50% Employers Are Planning To Raise Salaries In 2016. Here's All You Should Know About It

The 2016 Hays Asia Salary Guide revealed that 50% of Malaysian employers are keen on increasing their employees' salary this year

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More than 3,000 employers were polled in the 2016 Hays Asia Salary Guide across China, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia and Singapore, representing 6 million employees to find out salary and recruiting trends. Nearly half of the employers polled in Malaysia were expected to increase staff salaries by 3% to 6% in the next review period, while only 4% said they did not plan to raise wages, revealed a survey by recruiting specialist Hays.

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While only 10% of Malaysian bosses are expected to give a raise of more than 10% to their employees, a major bulk of local employers - a whopping 39%  - have stated that they might give a raise up to 6% this year

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In Malaysia, 11% of employers are planning salary increases of up to 3%, while 29% are planning to raise salaries by 6% to 10%.In terms of actual increases awarded during last year's (2015) review, 50% of employers in Malaysia raised salaries by 3% to 6% while 24% raised it by 6% to 10 %. For salary increases of more than 10%, Hays found that 8% of Malaysian employers actually did so.

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Other key findings from the report include:

84% of employers across Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan and China, said that they would give benefits along with salary and bonus, with 78% of employers naming health and medical as their top choice of employee benefit.

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57% of employers have stated that their organisation has flexible work practices, with 70% of them allowing flexible working hours.

Types of flexible working practices that employers offer across Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China
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What is the percentage of women in Malaysian organisations that work in managerial positions?

Only 29% of women are in management positions in organisations across Malaysia, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and China
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Hays's salary guide also revealed that 95% of employers have disclosed that annual bonuses rely a great deal on company performance and growth

As for the average percentage of staff salary that may be awarded as a bonus this year, only 10% will receive the full amount of their salary, as stated below:

What percentage of staff salary will be awarded as a bonus?
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While highlighting that employee salary expectations have increased this year, Christine Wright, the managing director of Hays Asia, stressed that candidates should remain realistic and do extensive research before approaching their bosses for pay raises

Christine Wright –Hays Managing Director, Asia
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Most employers surveyed are expecting skills shortages to challenge efficient operations in the year ahead but overall we still expect employers to take a cautious approach to salary increases over the next 12 months.For employers the message is to focus attention on staff retention strategies as our candidate survey reveals a high level of candidates are either actively looking for a new role or open to hearing about a new opportunity.

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In Malaysia, salary and benefit package is the biggest determining factor for employees when seeking for a new job

Reasons for looking for a new employer in Japan and Malaysia
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While salary and benefit package is the main reason why Malaysians would seek for new jobs, Japanese employees' on the other hand, focus more on seeking new challenges when changing jobs.

However, most employees in these countries, have named work-life balance as the main reason for opting to stay with the organisations they are attached to

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Meanwhile, one of Malaysia's most celebrated oil company, Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), plans to lay-off about 1,000 of its employees to deal with the financial strains caused by the dropping oil price:

                Petronas Is Considering Cutting Some 1,000 Jobs From Its 51,000 Employees

The KL-based company reported its third loss in five quarters on Monday.

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[VIDEO] MPV Kena Sagat Sampai Rosak Cat Kereta Sebab Parking Haram Buat Ramai Puas Hati

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Sebagai pengguna jalan raya, kita perlu patuh kepada peraturan jalan raya yang telah ditetapkan

Ada kalanya, ramai saja yang tidak patuh dan menyebabkan kecuaian atau kemalangan yang tidak diingini. Bukan setakat itu, kadangkala sampai menyusahkan pengguna jalan raya yang lain.Sama seperti video yang tular baru-baru ini apabila sebuah kereta dilihat disagat sehingga cat warnanya hilang telah mencuri tumpuan. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

Puas hati tengok video ni. Ni makan nya kalau suka parking ikut suka hati dekat midvalley sampai menyusahkan orang lain. Bodoh tak bertempat, harap je pakai kereta besar tapi otak langsung tak function. pic.twitter.com/UFXuENjiG6— ISU SEMASA VIRAL (@isusemasaviral) June 5, 2022

Parking tepi jalan sampai kereta kena sagat dengan bas

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan seorang pemandu sedang merakam kejadian yang berlaku di Mid Valley. Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah apabila kelihatan sebuah bas ingin lalu di jalan yang ditetapkan namun ada pula sebuah kereta MPV yang menghalang laluan gara-gara parking haram di tepi jalan. Lebih mengejutkan lagi adalah apabila kereta MPV itu disagat sehingga rosak dan hilang warna cat keretanya.

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"Ni jenis beli kereta tapi gadaikan otak" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 317K tontonan, 5K retweets dan 6K likes di Twitter, rata-rata netizen turut marah dan memberikan pelbagai reaksi. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

Kalau tak silap, kereta yg damaged sebab parkir kat tempat x sepatutnya parkir, takleh claim insurance. Kena byr out of pocket. Habislah.— Selamat Curry Raya (@FrugalFliza) June 6, 2022

Area mid valley tu memang banyak kereta vellfire park tepi jalan. Driver hantar bos pergi shopping kat the garden then park tepi tunggu boss. Ahahahaha bodo vallet parking kat mid valley tu berapa sen lah sangat.— kido (@akidfd) June 6, 2022

Thats why diorg makin kaya sebab taknak keluar duit parking tapi bawa turun kebodohan ke anak cucu cicit.. sampah tul waknat mcmtu— Shazrul Yahya (@mshzrule) June 6, 2022

Padan muka! Puas hati aku— Luke Man (@TengkuDTrace) June 6, 2022

Abam naik motor tu geleng kepala je — Fat panda  (@fatpanda03) June 6, 2022

Koyak luar, koyak dalam, koyak tengok sini.. Kalau dah terkoyak.. Jangan lupa beli stapler.. Hahaha.. Macam lagu jerr... — ziLbiskuT (@ziLbiskuT) June 6, 2022

baru tau... ada akal xreti nk fikir, mane sepatut parking kete. dahler kete tu besar, smpi mnyushkn pengguna lain. jawab ler sendiri.— SofeaZahra (@zahrahsofea) June 8, 2022

Tpi kalau tgk , bukan sbb bas ni yg buat sbb mcm ade jarak je between bas n kete. And How abg ni boleh tau amik video before bas sagat. Mesti before bas lalu dh kene.— Pluviophile    (@NjhhNsr) June 6, 2022

Pernah terjadi depan mata dekat Masjid ArRahman UM. Ramai org tak dpt solat sbb ada bengong camni prking makan jalan sampai bas tak boleh lalu masuk UM. Endup jalan stuck and ramai gila tak boleh parking pegi solat sbb sangkut tengah jalan.— :):  (@LemanStark) June 6, 2022

Bukan setakat midvalley...tgk dekat the curve pun byk kereta mahal2 parking tepi. Takkan xde duit nak byr rm2 utk parking? Hurrmmm...— DrLinda_MY (@maslinda5330) June 6, 2022

driver van peti ais mcm alphard/vellfire pon kategori 'pilot darat' skskskksk—  (@Untrustwortea) June 6, 2022

Sakit hati tengok kereta macam tu, jadikan sebagai pengajaran ya!

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Young M'sian Dies By Suicide After Appearing Naked In Videos & Being Extorted RM1,000

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A 20-year-old Malaysian died by suicide after he was extorted RM1,000 for sending naked videos of himself to a woman who is believed to be part of a sextortion syndicate

According to China Press, the family learned about the cause of the suicide when they checked the victim's phone, where they found messages between him and the woman.It is understood that the woman had successfully extorted RM1,000 from the victim, but she did not stop. She continued threatening him to wire another RM2,000 to her or the videos would be leaked online.Based on a screenshot of the conversation between the victim and the syndicate, the latter can be seen threatening to send the videos to "over 100 contact numbers" at 9pm on 14 September.The woman allegedly possessed the contact numbers of his friends and family members. She claimed that she knew where he stayed as well.At 6am the next day, the victim was found dead in his room after his six-year-old nephew, who shared the same room, started crying because he could not leave the room for the toilet, reported Sin Chew Daily.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday, 19 September, the victim's mother said she wants to fight for justice for her son and that she is not ashamed of the incident

"We don't think it's something shameful. We want justice for our son. We also hope to warn everyone against meeting friends online in this way," she said while she was joined by MCA Wangsa Maju division chairman Ng How Doo and her two elder sons.The victim was from Gombak and had four siblings. He was the youngest in the family and would have celebrated his 21st birthday in October.He used to work in the funeral industry before changing jobs to work in a hot pot restaurant.The mother related that this year marks the third year since her husband's passing, adding that she didn't expect her youngest son to pass away like this."He loved me very much. He would accompany me at night and give me a massage before going to bed. He was also responsible for all the (daily) praying rituals at home. I don't need to worry about it," she told reporters while tearing up."At about 10pm (the night before), my son came to open my door in pyjamas and smiled at me. I asked him where he was going, but he closed the door without replying. I didn't think much about it."

MCA Wangsa Maju division chairman Ng How Doo (left) and the victim's mother (centre).
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The victim's brother revealed that his younger brother had deleted most of the information related to the incident on the phone, making it difficult to figure out where his brother met the woman

According to him, the victim's phone had several dating apps. The mother also admitted that some relatives and friends had received indecent videos of the victim, but she is not afraid to share the matter with the public, reported Sin Chew Daily.She hopes that parents will stay vigilant about their young children's online activities, advising them to reduce their children's time spent on mobile phones to avoid their children being deceived by bad actors.

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Asking for help is not a sign of weakness.
If you or anyone you know is lonely, distressed, or having negative thoughts, please call these Malaysian hotlines:

1. BEFRIENDERS KL24-hourContact: +603-76272929Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter2. TALIAN KASIH24-hourContact: 15999WhatsApp: +6019-2615999Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook3. BUDDY BEAR CHILDLINEDaily (12pm - 12am)Contact: 1800-18-2327Email: [email protected]Facebook | InstagramFor a more thorough directory of resources, head over to the websites of Malaysian Mental Health Association or MINDAKAMI.


Coca-Cola Is Offering You A Chance To Win A Five-Day K-Pop Experience In Seoul

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K-pop fans, this one's for you.
Coca-Cola's latest contest might be your getaway to an epic hallyu experience in South Korea!

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From freaking out over K-idols and new music video drops to getting emotionally invested in your favourite oppa and unni's onscreen love lives, it's safe to say that Korean pop music and dramas have earned a loving place in the hearts of many across the world, Malaysians included. We've even fallen in love with popular Korean delicacies (mmm, sundubu-jjigae, anyone?), and pretty aesthetics that often influence our sense of style and home decor. <3Now, this is where Coca-Cola comes swinging in with a sweet surprise for fans of all things South Korean.

Running from now until 31 July, Coca-Cola's Epic Music Promo boasts an all-inclusive five-day trip to Seoul as the grand prize

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All you gotta do to win is find the unique code under any Coca-Cola drink cap or tab to win the K-pop experience in South Korea.The promo codes can be found in Coca-Cola Classic, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola Vanilla, Fanta Orange, Fanta Grape, Fanta Strawberry, Sprite, and A&W Sarsaparilla, which will feature the contest's QR code on the label.Pssst, the more unique codes you find, the higher the chances of scoring a prize for yourself. ;)

On top of the grand prize, there are more than a thousand cool prizes to be won every day and week

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They include music tech gadgets and electronics, such as the Marshall Monitor ii ANC 0750, Marshall Woburn III Black 1781, and Marshall Willen 0323, as well as exciting gift vouchers.The best part is, participating in the contest is easy-peasy.Here are the steps:Step 1: Look for the promo code under the cap or tab of participating productsStep 2: Head over to the campaign site to register and submit your promo codeStep 3: Wait for the announcement of successful entries!Winners will be contacted by their registered phone number.

Already dreaming of the ultimate hallyu experience in Seoul?

Then you know the drill. Grab yourself your favourite Coca-Cola drink and join the Epic Music Promo contest today!

For more information, you can visit Coca-Cola's campaign site

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"Terbukti Kuali Jenama X" - Tengah Live Masak Untuk Pelanggan, Sekali Kuali Pula Terpatah

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Operasi kedai makan kini sudah pun dibenarkan, dengan syarat anda mestilah lengkap dua dos vaksin sebelum masuk

Ramai yang tidak melepaskan peluang itu kerana rindu untuk makan di luar tidak kira bersama keluarga ataupun rakan-rakan. Pasti yang paling rindu adalah mengunjungi kedai makan kegemaran kan? Lepas rasa mengidam itu.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok ini apabila seorang pekerja kedai terpaksa menahan malu selepas aksi memasaknya bertukar menjadi lain.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @chicken_royale Tengah live pulak tu  ##MakanLokal ##fyp ##fyp ##foryourpage ##MYFoodie ##FoodLover ##chickenroyale ##klfoodie ##viral ##cheese  Monkeys Spinning Monkeys - Kevin MacLeod & Kevin The Monkey

Kuali boleh pula terpatah masa tengah masak untuk pelanggan

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang lelaki sedang menunjukkan aksi memasaknya di depan sebuah keluarga.Namun, apa yang lebih mencuri tumpuan adalah kuali yang dipegangnya tiba-tiba terpatah menyebabkan ia terjatuh atas lantai.Situasi itu membuatkan pelanggan yang merakamnya itu terkejut dan lelaki berkenaan terpaksa berhenti untuk mengemasnya.

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"Member taubat dah freestyle depan orang ramai" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati netizen memberikan pelbagai reaksi dan pendapat mereka selepas melihat video tersebut.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 624K views, 40.7K likes dan 1,785 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Mesti dia dah malu teruk, boleh pula terpatah tu :P

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Pregnant Woman Ignores Hari Raya SOP And Tests COVID-19 Positive In Doctor's Viral Post

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A medical officer with the Ministry of Health (MOH) has taken to social media to beg Malaysians to show some concern and consideration while the country continues to battle COVID-19

"I hardly share what happens at work, but today I am feeling extremely frustrated and drained," wrote the doctor on her Facebook account on Tuesday, 25 May.Dr Tasha, who works at the Paediatrics department in Melaka Hospital, shared a photo of her in the hospital taken by a nurse, waiting for a baby to be delivered at 4am.She described how an irresponsible mother — who had completely disregarded COVID-19 precautions amidst the pandemic — strained hospital resources and jeopardised an unborn child's well-being.

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"At 3am, we received this call asking us to standby for a baby who was going to be delivered via C-section," recounted Dr Tasha

"I was having a challenging call to begin with, as there were a few really ill babies keeping my team and I busy all night," she said, adding that they had already been working for over 20 hours, since 8am the morning before.However, the Paediatric team had to be present at the emergency delivery to ensure resuscitation to the baby can be given immediately if required."When a patient goes in for a C-section, a minimum of 10 to 15 doctors and staff are needed to run the operation theatre and conduct the procedure smoothly. This includes personnel from the Anaesthesia, Obstetrics, and Paediatric teams," she explained."Ideally, we don't favour operations being done at 4am as we have fewer doctors and staff working at this hour. If there are emergencies that occur, there is less help available and everything becomes more stressful."

			However, if a baby is in distress or the mother is unwell, then yes — it is an indication to proceed for an EMERGENCY C-section, regardless of the time.

However, according to Dr Tasha, she was frustrated when she heard the story that lead to the early morning's emergency

"The operation took place because the mother delivering was a probable COVID-19 patient. Her COVID-19 RTK screening test came back positive," she said."When we asked her how was this possible, her reply was that she went 'visiting and travelling' during Raya. Her relatives were unwell and yet she 'chose' to visit them. She 'chose' to go to their houses, not wear masks continously, not maintain distance, and not follow basic standard operation procedures (SOPs).""It didn't stop there. She came back home and wasn't feeling too well, however she still had relatives and friends come over to her own house for 'visiting'."

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Dr Tasha expressed utmost disappointment that the mother had not considered her responsibility, not only to others, but also to her baby

"It frustrates me that throughout this ordeal, she couldn't spare two minutes to think about how this affects her unborn baby," the doctor wrote."[She can] forget thinking about us frontliners, we're strangers. But she never gave a thought about how if she is COVID-19 positive, it changes her entire delivery experience."According to Dr Tasha, if the mother did turn out positive, her baby will have to be isolated once delivered and undergo a series of tests and swabs just hours after being born."Zero consideration was given, zero awareness was present."

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After the incident, the medical officer said she felt extremely tired and demotivated in this battle against COVID-19

"It is tiring when you feel you have to fight this alone and some people are not the least bothered to think and play their role in this," she said."They are not bothered to help you fight this and flatten the curve. They rather listen to fake news, disregard SOPs, lie to cross borders, and in result, continue spreading the virus."Dr Tasha lastly pointed out that Malaysia recorded over 7,000 new cases in one day this week, and pleaded for everyone to start having some awareness — stay at home, follow SOPs, and get vaccinated."We can't do this alone, we will fail if you don't do your part. To everyone reading this, I beg you – please do your part."

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This 23-Year-Old Is Raising Funds For The Elderly In His Village So They Don't Go Hungry

For as long as Agosly a/l Andok could remember, the arrival of the rainy season has seldom boded well for the Orang Asli community in his village at RPS Pos Kemar, Perak

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Every time the weather takes a turn for the worse, the young man recalls, villages in the settlement would face a shortage of food supplies as the season drags on. As such, villagers often had to risk their lives to scour for food or go hunting in the perilous jungle for days just to put food on the table.

The elderly are hit especially hard in these stormy times, as most of them are unable to risk going into the jungle. To complicate things, the alternative - travelling to the nearest town - is almost impossible during bad weather and high water tides.

One of the rivers visitors have to cross in order to reach Pos Kemar.
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The Pos Kemar native revealed that travel to Gerik - where the villagers often buy food and necessities from - can take up to four hours from the inlands during stormy weather. "The challenging geographical location - two hours by motorbike on gravel roads and one hour by boat across Temenggor Lake - has made it harder for them to travel to buy their daily necessities," he added.

As such, the 23-year-old is hoping to lighten their burden with his Bantuan Warga Emas food box initiative, which will benefit about 100 aging villagers from 15 villages in the settlement

Agosly with one of the elderly residents in his village.
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The college graduate is looking at preparing 100 food boxes, each containing 18 food items and necessities such as rice, sugar, cooking oil, soap, mosquito repellent, and dental care products. Each food box, which Agosly expects will cost about RM114 to put together, is expected to sustain the elders for at least a month.

With support from NGOHub, Agosly has launched a crowdfunding campaign with hopes to raise RM10,500 to cover the costs of his Bantuan Warga Emas initiative

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At the time of writing, the campaign has only managed to raise RM30, so that's quite a ways to go 'til it reaches its goal! If you'd like to contribute to Agosly's cause, simply head over to the fundraiser's page here.

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Eksklusif Di TV3, Ikuti Bual Bicara Khas Bersama Presiden Republik Indonesia, Joko Widodo

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Buat julung kalinya, eksklusif di TV3, program bual bicara khas 'EKSKLUSIF BERSAMA JOKO WIDODO, PRESIDEN REPUBLIK INDONESIA' membincangkan isu-isu kepentingan ASEAN dan juga gaya hidup tokoh politik yang popular dalam kalangan rakyat serta disegani tersebut pukul 9 malam pada 9 Mei ini

Malaysia dan Indonesia, dua negara jiran yang terletak berdekatan dan mempunyai sempadan yang sama. Bukan saja bahasa pertuturan berasal daripada rumpun bahasa yang sama, malahan budaya, adat resam, agama dan seni bina juga mempunyai persamaan antara dua negara ini.Joko Widodo atau lebih dikenali sebagai Jokowi merupakan Presiden Republik Indonesia yang ke-7. Beliau juga memikul tanggungjawab besar apabila Indonesia terpilih sebagai Pengerusi ASEAN 2023 pada awal Januari lalu.Beliau merupakan Presiden Indonesia pertama yang bukan berasal daripada latar belakang politik atau ketenteraan elit. Apakah perancangan beliau untuk menyelesaikan kemelut dan cabaran getir yang dihadapi oleh ASEAN?

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Bersama dengan hos, Fiza Sabjahan, program selama 30 minit ini telah diberikan peluang untuk menjalani rakaman di Istana Merdeka di Jakarta. Selain itu, Joko Widodo juga memilih Pasar Tanah Abang, lokasi pelancongan yang terkenal dengan produk tekstil sebagai lokasi penggambaran kedua. Seterusnya, Sarinah Mall, pusat beli-belah pertama di Indonesia yang telah dinaiktarafkan untuk memasarkan barangan tempatan juga dipaparkan dalam program ini.

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Selain berkongsi perspektif beliau tentang hubungan diplomatik Malaysia dan Indonesia, beliau juga membincangkan tentang topik-topik yang menjadi kepentingan ASEAN seperti isu maritim dan pertikaian sempadan, pergolakan politik di Myanmar, pemulihan ekonomi dan keselamatan makanan demi menjamin kestabilan politik, keselamatan dan ekonomi.Di sebalik kewibawaan seorang tokoh politik, beliau juga mempunyai hobi dan minat yang unik antaranya membawa motor berkuasa tinggi, bersukan seperti futsal dan badminton menonton filem serta memelihara haiwan.

Kenali lebih dekat Presiden Indonesia ke-7 ini pada 9 Mei 2023, Selasa, pukul 9 malam di TV3 dan strim secara definisi tinggi di Tonton!

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Mulai Jun 2020, Pegawai JPJ Tidak Lagi Duduk Sebelah Calon Ujian Memandu

Bersoraklah, wahai calon-calon ujian memandu akan datang!

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Bagi sesiapa yang pernah melalui fasa ujian memandu sambil diperhati oleh seorang pegawai JPJ yang betul-betul berada di tempat duduk sebelah, itu merupakan salah satu detik yang paling mendebarkan dalam hidup. Tiada siapa boleh nafikan!Kalau kena pegawai JPJ yang chill dan boleh bawa bincang, maka bernasib baiklah pemandu itu. Tapi kebanyakan pegawai JPJ memang tegas dan tiada kompromi dalam hal meluluskan ujian memandu.

Mulai Jun 2020, semua itu tiada lagi

Memetik laporan Astro Awani, JPJ akan melaksanakan sistem latihan dan ujian memandu automatik (e-Testing) di institut memandu seluruh negara mulai Jun depan

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Ketua Pengarah JPJ, Datuk Seri Shaharuddin Khalid berkata pengukuran prestasi calon ujian memandu akan dijalankan secara elektronik (automasi) dan keputusan ujian memandu akan dijana secara berkomputer melalui sistem tersebut."Apabila dilaksanakan sistem ini, tiada lagi pegawai JPJ di dalam kenderaan bersama calon," katanya.

Tapi, jangan ingat tiada mata yang memerhati

Menurutnya lagi, pegawai JPJ tetap akan memerhati para calon serta memberi arahan kepada mereka, cuma ia dilakukan dari bilik kawalan."Ia bukan sahaja memudahkan calon tetapi yang penting tiada lagi urusan antara calon dan pegawai JPJ di dalam kenderaan itu sekali gus meningkatkan integriti jabatan," katanya.

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Tiga institut memandu di Johor telah dipilih sebagai projek rintis dan sistem ini akan diperluas ke seluruh negara pada Jun tahun ini.

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Semoga sistem terbaru JPJ dapat membasmi orang yang parking dengan zalim:

                Anda Parking Dengan Zalim - Lelaki Reka Kad Untuk Diberi Pada Orang Yang Tak Reti Parking

Di sebalik kad itu pula tersedia ruang untuk pemilik kereta menandakan kesalahan yang telah dilakukannya.

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SAYS Top 17 New Cafes In Klang Valley To Check Out This 2018

1. Food by Fat Cat @ Sunway GEO Avenue

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Looking for some real good comfort food? Check out Fat Cat's wholesome eats, from stir-fried ramen to loaded rice bowls. You can while away the day here with some coffee and cakes too, with the latter provided by Nara Kitchen.Address: Jaya Grocer, Sunway GEO Avenue, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, 47500 Subang JayaOpening Hours: 10am - 10pm (daily)Contact: +603 5650 5181Food by Fat Cat is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

2. Kopenhagen Coffee @ Mont Kiara

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This bright and airy Scandinavian cafe tucked away in Mont Kiara is perfect for when you're in the mood for some smørrebrød. Besides sandwiches, there are excellent baked treats like brookies (brownie cookies) to enjoy with your coffee. Almond milk is available here as a dairy-free alternative to your latte.Address: Vista Kiara, Jalan Kiara 3, Mont Kiara, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours:7am - 7pm (Mondays - Fridays)9am - 7pm (Saturdays & Sundays)Contact: +603 6211 6363Kopenhagen Coffee is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

3. Wizards @ Jalan Imbi

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This latest cafe by the same team behind The Red Beanbag and Yellow Brick Road introduces a contemporary-style dining. Enjoy classic brunch specialties with coffee during the day, and top-notch dishes paired with wine and cocktails at night. Address: Ground Floor, Residensi Tribeca, Jalan Imbi, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours: 10am - 10pm (daily)Contact: +603 2715 5308Wizards is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

4. PODGY @ Bangsar

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Starting out in their first location in Hartamas, the beloved PODGY has found a fresh new home in Bangsar. Load up on breakfast platters, freshly-baked cakes, and good coffee at this beautifully contemporary cafe.Address: 5 Lorong Kurau, Lucky Garden, Bangsar, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours:9am - 10pm (Wednesdays - Mondays)Closed on TuesdaysContact: +6012 619 0841PODGY is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

5. Lucky Peaches @ Desa Parkcity

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This eating hall and bar is an Insta-worthy mix of good food, offbeat teas and neon lights. Enjoy the popular Buttermilk Chicken Bao and wash it down with some blue pea tea. Breads and pastries served here are from Huckleberry, and their famous Burnt Cheesecake is available here too!Address: B-G-8, Plaza Arkadia @ Desa Parkcity, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours: 8.30am - 12am (Tuesdays - Fridays)8.30am - 3pm, 5pm - 12am (Saturdays & Sundays)Closed on MondaysContact: +603 2712 0705Lucky Peaches is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

6. Dew @ Bangsar

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This "patisserie, florist and sometimes speakeasy" by Jaslyn's Cakes is a cosy little spot on Jalan Telawi 2 serving dainty hand-crafted desserts. Their tarts are available in imaginative flavours, from the refreshing Basil Lime to the sweet Banana Dulcey to the caffeine-infused Kopiko.Address: 7, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours: 11am - 7pm (Mondays - Fridays)11am - 8pm (Saturdays & Sundays)Closed on MondaysContact: +603 2280 0868Dew is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

7. La Carne @ Shah Alam

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This cafe, run by the same guys behind famed Shah Alam cafe Kopimeo, is a wonderland of classic eats from wood-fired pizza to succulent roast lamb. For something sweet, check out their doughnut ice cream sandwiches!Address: 33, Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah 9/B, Shah AlamOpening Hours:4pm - 11pm (Mondays - Fridays)1pm - 11pm (Saturdays & Sundays)Contact: +6012 206 0326La Carne is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

8. Omulab @ Section 17

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This egg-centric cafe is a must-try for their signature Omurice - fluffy, pillowy omelette served atop fried rice. Other snacks like the Omu & Kamo Baoger - deep-fried bao stuffed with duck and omelette - are worth checking out as well. Also, you'll love the Vietnamese-inspired Omu Coffee with its creamy egg foam!Address: No. 7, Jalan 17/45, Section 17, Petaling JayaOpening Hours: 10.30am - 10.30pm (Tuesdays - Sundays)Closed on MondaysContact: +6003 7492 7506Omulab is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

9. Mighty Monster @ My TOWN Shopping Centre

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This kooky cafe makes for a fun makan stop and photo op, thanks to their adventurous food line-up and adorable set-up. The Eggs Benedict with Mushroom and Polenta is a solid breakfast choice. For something a little offbeat, try the Hainanese Chicken Rice Burrito.Address: Lot G-019, Ground Floor, MyTOWN Shopping Centre, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours: 10am - 12am (Sundays - Wednesdays)10am - 2am (Thursdays - Saturdays)Contact: +603 9201 6132Mighty Monster is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

10. 43 Coffee @ TTDI

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Take a calming breather at this quiet spot in TTDI, and take your pick from 43 Coffee's carefully curated coffee collection. For chocolate fans, the cafe also offers four different blends of hot chocolate to choose from. Light bites like toasties and cakes are also available.Address: 14A, Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours: 2.30pm - 11pm (Wednesdays - Mondays)Closed on TuesdaysContact: +603 7731 502243 Coffee is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

11. The Hermitage @ Desa Parkcity

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Load up on warm, soulful foods here at The Hermitage, like their signature souffle. Pick from 3 flavours - butternut and almond with fig chutney, vanilla with dark chocolate sauce, and mango and passionfruit with citrus compote. The soups here are superb too!Address: F-G-7, Plaza Arkadia, Persiaran Residen 3, Jalan Intisari, Desa Parkcity, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours: 9am - 8pm (Mondays - Fridays)9am - 10pm (Saturdays & Sundays)Contact: +603 2715 8715The Hermitage is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

12. Mechanic Cafe @ Cheras

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Soak up the classy monochromatic vibes at Mechanic Cafe. Whether you're a fan of traditional black coffee or more recent creations like cold brew, pair your favourite pick with some hearty breakfast dishes.Address: Jalan Dataran Cheras 8, Dataran Perniagaan Cheras, Balakong, CherasOpening Hours: 11am - 10pm (Tuesdays - Thursdays, Sundays)11am - 12am (Fridays & Saturdays)Contact: +603 9544 2373Mechanic Cafe is non-halal.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

13. Papasan Canteen @ Kuchai Lama

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Serving up comforting Japanese-inspired eats, this neighbourhood favourite is the place to be for some onsen egg-topped udon and curry katsu rice. For something sweet, check out the chewy mochi waffles.Address: No.17-G, Jalan 1/114, Kuchai Lama Business Centre, Off Jalan Kuchai Lama, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours: 11am - 3pm, 6pm - 10pm (Sundays - Tuesdays)11am - 10pm (Thursdays - Saturdays)Closed on WednesdaysContact: +603 7972 7883Papasan Canteen is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

14. Birch @ DC Mall

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Step through the doors and soak up the chic vibes at this uber stylish cafe. The menu is packed with wholesome brunch-friendly options like the must-try Brulee French Toast while the dinner menu includes a fun selection of cocktails.Address: Lot G10-11, Ground Floor, DC Mall, Jalan Damanlela, Damansara Heights, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours:9am - 1pm (Mondays - Thursdays)9am - 2pm (Fridays & Saturdays)9am - 5pm (Sundays)Contact: +603 2011 5966Birch is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

15. Potter's Cafe @ PJ

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This art gallery-cum-cafe serves good coffee, assorted teas and scrumptious cakes surrounded by beautiful artworks on display. This quiet spot is perfect for some me-time.Address: 29, Jalan Utara, Petaling JayaOpening Hours: 4pm - 11pm (Mondays - Fridays)11am - 11.30pm (Saturdays & Sundays)Contact: +6016 722 9752Potter's Cafe is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

16. Kohi Yatta @ Sg Besi

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This kid-friendly Japanese-inspired cafe serves a mouth-watering range of comforting eats. Check out the Maraisia Bento with its mix of red bean soup, chicken satay, edamame, tamagoyaki, onigiri and a mini croissant. For drinks, you'll love their Cold Steeped Matcha, the cafe's answer to cold brew for tea lovers. The cafe transforms into a bar on Friday and Saturday nights.Address: Lot 4, Jalan Sungai Besi, Kuala LumpurOpening Hours: 8am - 6.30pm (Sundays - Thursdays)8am - 6.30pm, 7pm - 12am (Fridays & Saturdays)Contact: +6012 250 7281Kohi Yatta is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

17. Grub by Ahong & Friends @ Section 17

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Although not a cafe in the traditional sense, this makan place by Malaysian chef Ahong is not to be missed for their imaginative Western dishes served with a local twist. The sous vide steaks served with a side of ulam jambu are especially popular at this casual, fuss-free eatery.Address: 608, Jalan 17/10, Section 17, Petaling JayaOpening Hours: 6pm - 10.30pm (Tuesdays - Thursdays)12pm - 3pm, 6pm - 10.30pm (Fridays)11am - 2.30pm, 6pm - 1030pm (Saturdays & Sundays)Closed on MondaysContact: +6016 923 2983Grub by Ahong & Friends is pork-free.More info on: Facebook | Instagram

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10 Koleksi Resepi Lauk Ayam Yang Mudah Untuk Lunch & Dinner. Tak Perlu Pening Kepala Dah!

Apa lauk kegemaran awak? AYAM!
Tak dinafikan, semua memang minat ayam, tak kisahlah masak apa pun kan? All time favourite, chicken is my first love!

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Mesti mak-mak atau kakak-kakak kehilangan idea kan? Takkan hari-hari nak masak ayam yang sama... Bosanlah yang nak makan.

Jangan risau lagi, ikuti 10 resepi ayam ini, confirm licin pinggan keluarga tersayang!

1. Ayam bakar air fryer

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Ayam bakar perapan sate ini sungguh menyelerakan. Mana taknya, macam boleh bau bila tengok gambar ni... Sedap sungguh! You all hanya perlu perap dan masukkan dalam air fryer je. Pastu done.Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

2. Ayam goreng serai Thai

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Tak perlu pergi Thailand untuk dapatkan ayam goreng yang sedap ini. Bosan kan makan ayam goreng biasa je selalu? Boleh hidangkan ikut resepi ini, pasti anak-anak pun suka! Aromanya yang wangi buat perut lapar...Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

3. Ayam masam manis stail Cina

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Nak tukar selera sikit? Apa kata buat sweet sour chicken stail Cina, makan dengan nasi panas-panas. Kenyang yang amat! Bahan pun simple dan step pun senang. Bawah 20 minit, siap dah.Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

4. Rendang ayam

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Siapa kata kena tunggu rasa baru boleh masak rendang? Layan rendang ayam panas-panas dengan nasi impit sedap gak tu walaupun bukan musim raya. Jom ikuti resepi ini, kuah rendang yang likat dan kaw, wuish memang terangkat!Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

5. Ayam geprek

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Siapa je tak suka ayam kriuk kiruk makan dengan sambal. Memang mantap dan padu, what a perfect combination! Makan dengan nasi putih je pun dah sedap, tak perlukan lauk lain. Kalau rasa nak tukar selera sambal, boleh check out koleksi 10 jenis sambal simple dan sedap di sini.Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

6. Ayam asap teh

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Ini kalau makan dengan nasi ayam, confirm sedap sampai tak ingat dunia! Sooo juicy and yummy. Tambah lagi sampai periuk nasi licin. Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

7. Ayam masak lemak kuning

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Favourite! Kuah yang likat dan kaw, rasa creamy dan pedas. Fuh padu... Nikmat apa yang engkau dustakan?Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

8. Ayam pandan Thai

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Thailand? No need lah... at home also can mah! Kat rumah pun boleh buat ayam pandan seperti di Thailand. Kalau ngidam, terus pergi beli bahan yang diperlukan, sediakan, goreng goreng. Siap! Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

9. Ayam gunting Uncle Bob homemade

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Snek-ing di rumah? Tiada masalah kalau ada resepi ayam gunting ala Uncle Bob ini. Tak perlu keluar, alahai senangnya... Sambil netflix, yeah!Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

10. Stew ayam

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Confirm lega makan stew ayam ni time-time hujan, sejuk, atau demam. Pengubat segalanya. Belum cuba belum tahu, dah cuba jatuh cinta. Kuah likat yang cukup rasa, memang onz!Dapatkan resepi penuh di sini.

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Here's The Special Japanese World Cup Football Team Jersey That PM Abe Gifted To Tun M

On Tuesday, 12 June, Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe presented him with a special Japanese World Cup football team jersey

The special jersey was printed with his name "Mahathir" accompanied by the number "7" to symbolise Dr Mahathir's return to office as Malaysia's 7th prime minister.

Abe presented the jersey during a joint press conference in Tokyo after Tun Dr Mahathir was accorded a Guard of Honour upon his arrival at the PM's Office in Chiyoda Ward

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Tun Dr Mahathir is seen smiling after receiving the gift

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Tun Dr Mahathir being accorded a Guard of Honour upon his arrival at the Prime Minister's Office in Chiyoda Ward

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Video Shows A Group Of Men And 2 Brits In A Bloody Brawl Outside A Restaurant In Penang

Warning: This video contains graphic blood. Viewer discretion is advised.

Last night, 19 May, someone on Twitter uploaded a mobile footage of a brawl that turned ugly. It involved a group of men and a couple of British tourists outside a restaurant in Penang Road, Georgetown.

India gaduh dengan mat salleh di Penang Road. pic.twitter.com/MzXFbyNBZN— Mr. Eddy (@itsEDDYyall) May 19, 2018

While it is not immediately clear as to what prompted the men to get into the brawl that turned bloody, according to Bernama, one of the British man was allegedly beaten unconscious by the men

Police have been unable to get his statement at the press time as the British tourist, who sustained a neck injury, was reportedly undergoing surgery.According to Bernama, which quoted Northeast District police chief ACP Anuar Omar, there were traces of blood at the scene of the brawl."The 39-year-old victim's friend, who is also British, had mentioned that he was not aware of the incident and only saw a group of dark-skinned men gathered around. Upon arrival, he saw the victim already lying on the ground and covered in blood," ACP Anuar said while citing the statement from the victim's friend.

So far, a 38-year-old man has been detained

While police are in the midst of tracking down other suspects, the 38-year-old man is being remanded until Thursday to facilitate the investigation.

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Selangor Youth Rep Proposes Supervised Use Of Weed To Reduce Addiction Rates

A Youth Parliament representative has called on the Malaysian government to regulate the use of marijuana, which is also known as cannabis, weed or ganja

Youth Parliament representative Muhamad Ridhwan Muhamad Rosli.
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Muhamad Ridhwan Muhamad Rosli, who heads the Youth Parliament’s spirituality and religious committee, claimed that many youths have suggested this to him, especially as Malaysia recently ratified the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement along with 11 other nations, some of which legalise the use of the drug.  He went on the explain that many youths here do not even see marijuana, also known as weed or ganja, as a drug. “Hold on, hold on. I am merely expressing the views of the youths that I meet at the grassroots,” he said after drawing thumps of support from the other youths in the Dewan Rakyat, which is being used for the sitting.

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Muhamad Ridhwan emphasised that he was advocating for the regulation, and not legalisation of marijuana. He explained that if the usage of weed is supervised, there is a possibility that no one would be addicted to it.

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"We are not asking for it to be legalised but supervised," he said. At present, he noted that more than 60 percent of addicts are hooked on morphine and heroine, 30 percent on methamphetamine and only 8 percent on ganja."If we supervised the use of ganja, the numbers could be reduced to zero," he said.

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While the Selangor representative made such bold claims, findings from scientific studies about the effects of marijuana are still being debated, as the results are most often conflicting with one another

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Certain studies show that marijuana does not cause chemical or psychical addiction but some have argued that marijuana can cause psychological addiction.

Several recent studies have suggested that smoking marijuana is associated with physical changes in certain regions of the brain, both in terms of shape and volume, although they could not establish cause and effect. One investigation even concluded that frequent marijuana use was associated with cognitive decline and a decrease in IQ. However, results have not been consistent throughout different studies. Some investigations, for example, found that marijuana use is linked to a decrease in the size of certain areas of the brain, whereas others concluded that marijuana is associated with an increase in volume of the same areas.

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Meanwhile, the current laws that are governing drug offences in Malaysia are being described as 'draconian'

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The possession of drugs is seen as a serious offence in Malaysia. It is governed by the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 that regulates the import, export, manufacture, sale and use of opium, dangerous drugs and related materials.Capital punishment is the highest punishment for the offence. Under section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act, those in possession of 15 gm or more heroin and morphine; 1,000 gm or more opium (raw or prepared); 200 gm or more cannabis; and 40 gm or more cocaine will receive the mandatory sentence of death by hanging. Punishment for lighter offences (those that are not considered drug trafficking) can range from imprisonment, rehabilitation to fines depending on the amount of drugs possessed and degree of offence.

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Despite such stringent laws, an undercover story by The Star's R.AGE in November 2014 revealed that students in Malaysia actually have easy access to marijuana, which suggests that these laws have failed to deter drug tradings

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Most marijuana users and small-time dealers we spoke to talk about a “peer-to-peer” system, where one or two daring students – who usually start out as recreational users – buy the drug in bulk and distribute it to their college/university-mates.“I get my stock from a supplier from outside of my campus, and I basically help others who want some by buying it for them,” Sadhi (not his real name), who is a drug dealer, said. “It’s all about friendship and sharing; it’s just the culture in colleges now. We all buy weed and get together to smoke up. The guy I buy it from doesn’t make a profit either,” another student claimed.

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Malaysia is not the only country with such harsh laws as many other Southeast Asian countries are also well-known for having the strictest anti-drug laws in the world because they still retain the death penalty for certain drug offenses

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Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Laos, Malaysia and Vietnam have laws that may punish drug offenders with the death penalty. Philippines has imposed a moratorium on the death penalty while Cambodia has abolished the death penalty sentence altogether. However, the former still punish drug offenders harshly while the law enforcement in Cambodia is more lax. In 2007 alone, 85 people were executed in Vietnam for drug-related offenses.

On the contrary, certain states in the United States have legalised marijuana. However, out of 23 states in the U.S. that have legalised marijuana, only 4 have legalised it for recreational use as the rest only allow for medicinal purposes.

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“It’s mostly for medicinal use, to help patients with severe, debilitating pain. It can also help prevent seizures for those with epilepsy. We can’t deny its medicinal properties, but abusing it for recreational purpose can be dangerous,” Perdana University Graduate School of Medicine associate professor Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj said.Even then, marijuana use for medicinal purposes is closely regulated in most legalised countries to avoid abuse. Only certain doctors are allowed to prescribe it. “Society should not condone recreational use,” Andrew said. “In Malaysia, we use methadone, a synthetic substitute for heroin. And even then, it is closely regulated.”

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Last October, an unnamed student was arrested for dealing with drugs. He faces the death sentence if convicted.

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7 Perkara Tentang Siti Nordiana Yang Mungkin Ramai Nak Tahu

Umum mengetahui Siti Nordiana atau Nana dinobat sebagai juara dalam pertandingan Gegar Vaganza musim kedua ahad lalu yang telah membangkitkan semula namanya di persada muzik tempatan

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Siti Nordiana diumumkan sebagai juara pertandingan akhir program Gegar Vaganza musim kedua yang diadakan secara langsung di auditorium Majlis Bandaraya Shah Alam (MBSA) pada Ahad.Siti Nordiana berjaya membawa pulang wang tunai sebanyak RM100,000, pakej percutian, trofi dan peluang rakaman sebuah single terbaru terbitan Astro. Selain itu, Siti Nordiana turut memenangi anugerah Persembahan Terbaik pilihan penonton yang melayakkannya menerima wang tunai RM5,000.

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Jom kita layan persembahan Siti Nordiana pada konsert akhir membawakan lagu Putus Terpaksa nyanyian Ziana Zain DI SINI:

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Selain menjuarai Gegar Vaganza, apa lagi perkara tentang Nana yang mungkin ramai nak tahu? Ikuti senarai di bawah:

1. Dilahirkan pada tahun 1984 dan kini berusia 31 tahun (2015)

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Nama: Siti Nordiana binti AliasNama samaran: NanaTarikh lahir: 22 November 1984

2. Merupakan seorang budak kampung yang berasal dari Felda Sendayan, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan

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"Saya pernah berada di satu tahap di mana saya rasa sungguh hina. Saya tidak mempunyai penaja di konsert minggu pertama. Saya minta tajaan semua reject. Sebab apa? Adakah sebab saya penyanyi kampung?"Saya penyanyi kampung Felda Sendayan. Alhamdulilah saya menjadi juara Gegar Vaganza. Kepada semua penggiat seni di Malaysia, bukalah mata anda. Di malaysia kita ada begitu ramai penyanyi lama yg sangat bagus. Mengapa perlu kita reject mereka? Mengapa kita perlu bangga dengan artis luar?"Indonesia bangga dengan dangdut. Mengapa kita tidak boleh bangga dengan Irama Malaysia? Bayangkan cucu-cucu anda tidak mengenal apa itu zapin, apa itu inang," tegas Nana.

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3. Pernah terkenal sebagai penyanyi duo popular bersama Achik Spin pada era 2000an

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Duo Achik & Nana adalah pasangan penyanyi duet yang cukup popular pada era 2000an. Ketika masih bersekolah menengah, Achik dan Nana sering bergandingan dalam persembahan duet di majlis kenduri kahwin dan pertandingan karaoke sekitar Negeri Sembilan. Namun mereka tidak pernah merancang untuk ke dunia rakaman sebagai penyanyi duo.Pada tahun 2003, pihak FMC melancarkan album duet pertama mereka yang berjudul 'Istimewa Untukmu' yang sekaligus meletup dan mendominasi pasaran muzik pada tahun tersebut dengan jualan melebihi 100,000 unit. Single pertama berjudul 'Paling Comel' ciptaan Aidit Alfian berjaya mencecah tangga pertama carta di kebanyakan stesen radio.Populariti duo Achik dan Nana terus unggul apabila dicalonkan untuk kategori Artis Duo dan Berkumpulan Popular di Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2003.

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4. Mendirikan rumah tangga dengan pelakon drama, Mohd Faizal Yusup pada 29 April 2006 dan bercerai 3 tahun kemudian

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"Sebenarnya dia dah lafaz ceraikan Nana sebanyak dua kali dalam bulan yang sama iaitu bulan Ogos (2009) yang lalu, kali pertama tu dia ceraikan Nana dengan talak satu, tetapi kami rujuk kembali secara bersendirian dan pada hujung Ogos dia lafazkan lagi sekali dengan talak dua."Jadi Nana rasa dah tak boleh nak tangguh lagi dan memang Nana dah nekad untuk berpisah dengan dia," jelas Nana yang telah banyak melakukan solat hajat dan mendapat petunjuk bahawa berpisah adalah jalan penyelesaian yang sesuai.Mereka dikurniakan seorang anak lelaki bernama Muhammad Rayyan Nakhaie, lahir pada 21 Mac 2008.Faizal bagaimanapun meninggal dunia pada 1 Januari 2011 akibat serangan jantung.

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5. Mula mengenakan hijab secara kekal pada tahun 2011

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"Alhamdulillah, imej bertudung sudah menjadi imej kekal saya sejak Ramadan lalu (2011). Saya sudah mengenakan tudung seminggu sebelum menyambut Aidilfitri. Jujur sebenarnya, saya sudah lama nak berubah dengan memakai tudung. Barulah sekarang saya mempunyai keberanian untuk berimej seperti ini."Niat saya untuk bertudung lebih mendalam selepas minat saya membaca buku-buku Islamiah semakin tebal. Saya juga melihat kebanyakan saudara baru Islam lebih banyak mengenakan tudung sebaik saja mereka menganut agama Islam. Jadi, saya rasa ini adalah tanggungjawab saya sebagai seorang muslimah."Lagipun saya mahu jadi contoh terbaik buat anak saya. Apapun, saya sebegini bukanlah bermaksud saya terus menjadi alim atau tidak akan bekerjaya sebagai artis. Saya masih lagi belajar dan berharap saya dapat terus mendalami Islam dengan baik serta sempurna," katanya.

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6. Mengusahakan perniagaan jubah dan pakaian Muslimah dengan label yang diberi nama 'Paling Comel' sejak 2012

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7. Masih belum yakin untuk mendirikan rumah tangga dalam masa terdekat

Nana bersama anaknya, Rayyan.
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Enam tahun bergelar ibu tunggal, penyanyi Siti Nordiana hanya akan memikirkan tentang perkahwinan selepas anak lelaki tunggalnya, Rayyan mencecah usia 9 tahun.“Bukan tak mahu kahwin, tapi Nana masih belum puas berkasih sayang dengan Rayyan. Takut nanti dia tersisih pula kalau Nana tiba-tiba kahwin.“Lagipun Nana masih perlukan kekuatan untuk mengharungi alam rumah tangga buat kali kedua selepas gagal dalam perkahwinan sebelum ini,” ujar Nana.

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Tahniah Siti Nordiana! Semoga karier terus sukses di masa hadapan :)

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15 Random Facts About Malaysia To Impress Your Friends With In Your Next Teh Tarik Session

1. Malaysia's 40,934 miles (65,877 km) highway is longer than the earth's circumference of just 24,901 miles (40,075 km)

Malaysia is known to have one of the most beautiful stretch of highways in the world and constantly undergo expansion and changes.

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2. 21-year-old Malaysian, Captain James Anthony Tan is the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world

In 2013, he flew a 30-year-old Cessna 210 Eagle aircraft to 21 countries, completing 40, 000 km (22,000 miles) in just 50 days.

Captain James Anthony Tan
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3. Malaysia's national flag, the Jalur Gemilang was designed by a 29-year-old local architect named Mohamad Hamzah, in 1963

The Malaysian flag consists of 14 red and white alternating stripes that represents the 14 states in the country along with a crescent and 14-point star, Bintang Persekutuan. The yellow crescent represents Islam, the official religion of the country, while the star symbolises the unity among the states here. The flag design was approved by King George VI on 19 May 1950 and was first raised at Istana Selangor on 26 May 1950.

Architect Mohamad Hamzah is the designer of the Malaysian flag
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The Malaysian national flag, "Jalur Gemilang"
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4. Who would have thought that the Persiaran Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah in Putrajaya is the world's largest roundabout with a diameter of 3.5 km

An aerial view of the world's largest roundabout in Putrajaya
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5. Newborn babies and young children in olden day Iban communities are affectionately referred to as ulat (worm) till they are given an official name

It was common in many cultures of the past to give the newborn child a nickname or a temporary name till the family decides on the official name. As for the Iban community in East Malaysia, it is said that they usually refer to their babies as ulat before naming the child according to the traditions and customs of the Iban people.

A group of people from the Iban tribe at their longhouse in Lemanak River, Sarawak
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6. Genting's First World Hotel is the largest hotel in the world with 7,351 rooms

This 3-Star hotel located in one of Malaysia's most popular hill stations, Genting Highlands, won the Guinness World Records for the largest hotel in the world in 2015.

First World Hotel, Genting Highlands
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7. Did you know that Sarawak Chamber, located at Gunung Mulu National Park is the world's largest cave chamber?

First discovered by three British cavers in January 1981 during the Mulu '80 Expedition, the cave chamber is the world's largest by a surface area of 1.66 million square feet (154,500 square meters). It is commonly said that the 1-mile-/1.6km-long passage of the cave, could house five rows of eight Boeing 747 jetliners parked nose to tail.

Sarawak Chamber, Gunung Mulu National Park
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8. Penang Free School is the oldest English school in South East Asia

Started on 21 October 1816 by Reverend Robert Sparke Hutchings, 2016 will be this ancient school's 200th anniversary.

Penang Free School
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9. Alocasia Macrorrhiza, the world's largest, undivided leaf is from Tawau, Sabah

The leaf is more than 3.02 metres long and 1.92 metres wide.

Alocasia Macrorrhiza
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10. In 2000, the world's first arm and hand transplant was conducted in Selayang Hospital, on a one-month-old baby girl

On 18 May 2000, a team of doctors at the Selayang Hospital, led by Dr. V. Pathmanathan, performed the world's first arm and hand transplant on a one-month-old baby, Chong Lih Ying. The physicians used the limb of Lih Ying's identical twin sister that died moments after birth due to a severe brain damage, for the hand transplant.

Chong Lih Ying after the successful transplant surgery
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11. The Kuala Kangsar district officer's official residence, houses the last surviving rubber tree brought by H.N. Ridley from London’s Kew Gardens back in 1877

Rubber was first brought to Malaysia by botanist H.N Ridley in 1877. He was one of the pioneers and mastermind behind the establishment of the successful rubber industry in Malaysia.

The oldest rubber tree in Malaysia
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12. 17-year-old Kok Shoo Yin was Malaysia's first non-bumiputra to hold the Malaysian citizenship certificate

When drafting the constitution, the forefathers of the nation agreed that the Chinese and Indian migrant communities in Malaysia would receive the Malaysian citizenship.According to Asean Today, this young man received his citizenship papers on 14 November 1957, just months after the nation's independence day.

13. The world's largest insect is Chan's megastick, a stick bug which can measure up to 56.6cm, was first found in Sabah

This stick bug was discovered by naturalist and Sabahan Datuk Chan Chew Lun in Ulu Moyog in Penampang district, Sabah in 1989. Chan's megastick is officially named as Phobaticus chani after its founder.

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14. Malaysia is the only country in the world to have won the war against Communism

The war erupted after a group called The Malayan National Liberation Army (MNLA) decided to fight against the English colonials, with some naming it the Anti-British National Liberation War. The British authorities gathered soldiers from all its Commonwealth countries to fight the war against the Communists which started on 16 June 1948 and lasted till 12 July 1960, a total of 12 years, 3 weeks and 5 days.

Soldiers of 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR), in the jungle north of Baling, near the Thai border, Malaya, 1960
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15. Gomantong Cave in Sabah has the highest infestation of cockroaches in the world

Located near the Kinabatangan area, Gamantong is one of the biggest cave systems in the world and is part of the Gomantong Forest Reserve. The cockroaches thrive thanks to the dingy, wet surroundings of the cave and the bat droppings. Brace yourself and check out the swarming cockroaches at Gamantong here:

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Ini 5 Minyak Telon Yang Bagus Untuk Melegakan Kembung Perut Si Manja, Bau Pun Wangi

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Masalah kembung perut sering terjadi kepada bayi berumur bawah satu tahun

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Sejujurnya, apabila anak kembung perut, sudah tentu ibu dan ayah akan risau betul tak? Kadangkala, pening juga memikirkan bagaimana mengatasi masalah ini yang membuatkan anak tidak selesa.Perut si kecil juga boleh menjadi masuk angin kerana menelan udara berlebihan apabila berada dalam posisi penyusuan yang salah.Untuk perkongsian kali ini, kami akan menyenaraikan lima minyak telon yang bagus untuk melegakan kembung perut si kecil.Jom lihat antara lima minyak telon terbaik untuk bayi anda di bawah:

1. My Baby Minyak Telon Plus Eucalyptus

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Minyak telon ini mempunyai bau yang sangat wangi dan segar. Ia menjadi pilihan ramai ibu di luar sana kerana ia membantu bayi rasa selesa dan warm selepas disapu di badan. Ia bukan saja boleh sapu di perut, malah boleh juga disapu pada betis bayi.Anda boleh beli di sini.

2. Minyak Telon Bebiku

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Selain membantu bayi rasa hangat dan nyaman, minyak telon Bebiku ini juga dapat menghindari bayi dari terkena gigitan nyamuk. Kalau anda teringin bawa anak untuk bercuti di kawasan hutan, anda boleh lah cuba sapukan minyak ini pada mereka.Anda boleh beli di sini.

3. Minyak Telon Sari Ayu

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Minyak telon Sari Ayu ini juga popular dalam kalangan para ibu di luar sana. Kawasan yang digalakkan untuk disapukan minyak telon ini adalah pada bahagian perut, dada dan punggung si kecil selepas mandi. Mesti anak tidur nyenyak je nanti.Anda boleh beli di sini.

4. Dekpi Minyak Telon Bidara Lemon

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Antara kelebihan minyak telon bidara ini adalah boleh melegakan hidung tersumbat akibat selsema, membantu melembapkan kulit bayi serta menghindari bayi dari gangguan luar. Baunya pula sudah semestinya segar dan wangi.Anda boleh beli di sini.

5. Minyak Telon JMK

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Minyak telon ini diperbuat di Indonesia. Asalnya, kilang minyak telon Nyonya Meneer telah tutup dah bisnes diteruskan oleh cucu kepada beliau dengan jenama JMK. Ia diperbuat dari bahan semula jadi, berbau wangi dan tidak panas.Anda boleh beli di sini.

Sentiasa sapukan minyak telon ini pada si manja supaya mereka tidak mudah kembung perut dan meragam okay mommies? :)

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"Mesti Dia Bangga" - Aksi Kelisa Nak Potong Kereta Lamborghini Ini Curi Perhatian

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Kita pasti pernah melihat kereta-kereta mewah berada di jalan raya bukan?

Tambahan lagi, jika ia adalah kereta idaman kita. Memang tak berkelip mata tengok dan berharap agar dapat memilikinya suatu hari nanti.Tetapi, lain pula terjadi dengan video di TikTok yang memaparkan aksi sebuah kereta Kelisa cuba untuk memotong kereta Lamborghini telah mencuri perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @akidazlee Lambogini ke tu? #lamborghini #avantador #fyp #fypviral #fyp  original sound  - masalalukita931

Cuba nak potong kereta Lamborghini disebelah

Menerusi video berdurasi 8 saat itu, kelihatan seorang lelaki berkongsi aksi sebuah kereta Kelisa semasa dia sedang makan di sebuah kedai.Kelihatan kereta Kelisa itu seperti mahu 'berlumba' dengan kereta yang berada di sebelahnya. Aksi itu ternyata mencuri perhatian mereka.

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"Nasib Kelisa tu slow kan speed dia. Kalau dia full speed tak terkejar lambo tu" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pelbagai reaksi mereka.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 377.5K views, 40.4K likes dan 275 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Rileks je kelisa tu macam nak ajak lumba pula kan :P

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BBC And ESPN Are Two Of The Many Channels You Can Watch On Spotify’s New Service

Good news for Spotify fans! On the 20th of May, the music streaming giant announced that it will be offering non-music related content, aside from it's popular music streaming service

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“Today we’re introducing a new Spotify experience that’s more accessible, personal and usable than anything in music,” Spotify CEO Daniel Ek said. He said this includes new types of content on Spotify, like “non-music content” and “better experiences.”

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The new Spotify will bring videos and podcasts to the platform by partnering with various cable and news channels. Yes, you'll be able to watch your favourite sitcoms on Spotify soon!

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A new "video capsule" offers streaming video from partners like Comedy Central, Vice News, and The Nerdist. Essentially, Spotify wants to become your all-in-one jukebox. Spotify's full slate of new partners includes:ABC,Adult Swim,BBC,Comedy Central,E!,ESPN,Fusion,Maker Studios,MTV,NBC,RadioLab,Slate,TED,TWiT,Vice News and WNYC.

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That's not all! Spotify is also offering a cool feature which matches the music to the movement of the user

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Chief Product Officer Gustav Söderström said Spotify will now use the sensors on your phone to detect the pace at which you’re running. Then, when you hit the running man button in Spotify, the app uses your tempo to select the right tracks. And if you want to change the tempo, Söderström said, “We’ll find the right music for that, again and again and again.”

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Spotify's venture into video and podcast sharing is understandable and expected, considering a rather famous hip-hop mogul recently launched a music/video streaming service

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Spotify's expansion comes as the company is facing more competition than ever before as it attempts to maintain its position atop the subscription music business. Jay Z's Tidal is trying to lure in mainstream consumers with exclusive music videos and live-streaming concerts.

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The new Spotify is now available in the UK, US, Germany and Sweden, but the question on everyone's mind... when will it be available in Malaysia?

Considering Malaysia is actually the second largest community of Spotify users in South East Asia (We sure do love our music). Well, there's no concrete info just yet, but we are expecting it to be available soon. Fingers crossed!

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Netizen 'Naik Gila' Dengan Kualiti Gambar Cawan Tealive Ni. Tak Sangka Pakai Phone Je!

Kamera telefon pintar makin lama makin bagus

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Setiap tahun, syarikat teknologi berusaha bersungguh-sungguh untuk menaik taraf salah satu fungsi paling penting dalam telefon pintar mereka iaitu kamera.Kalau dulu pengguna hanya terhad dengan satu lensa, kini pengguna boleh nikmati telefon pintar yang semakin canggih dengan pilihan dua, tiga, atau empat lensa. Eh, lima lensa pun ada tau!

Nokia 9 yang diperkenal pada awal 2019 memuatkan 5 lensa kamera
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Tapi adakah telefon pintar dengan banyak lensa mampu mengambil gambar dengan kualiti yang lebih baik berbanding satu lensa?

Tak semestinya. Jom kita lihat buktinya di bawah.Seorang pengguna Twitter, @Ashril_92 baru-baru ini memuat naik gambar cawan Tealive yang baru dibelinya. Ashril yang juga pengasas @malayfoodlicious memang terkenal dengan posting gambar-gambar makanan dan minumam di laman Twitter dan Instagram miliknya itu.Ini gambarnya:

Setelah 30 minit beratur  pic.twitter.com/crn9NCqpdO— ASH (Foodhunter) (@Ashril_92) July 6, 2019

Namun lucunya, segelintir netizen lebih tertarik dengan kualiti gambar yang dihasilkan oleh Ashril tersebut berbanding minuman yang dipaparkan

Netizen yang kagum mula melihat secara dekat dan secara lebih terperinci terhadap kualiti gambar berkenaan, siap ada yang zoom pada cap jari dan kesan garisan tangan.Memang nampak segalanya!

Punyalah sharp. Sampai nampak cap jari. pic.twitter.com/ahQv5VazLm— Seketul Ai (@AifaaNazmi) July 6, 2019

bulu seketul pon boleh nmpk. bukan beshe2 ni pic.twitter.com/8f1xiuhdVI— edogawa (@nabilahnas22) July 7, 2019

Ada juga yang 'naik gila' melihat kesan "peluh" pada cawan tersebut sehingga membuatkan mereka rasa dahaga

Peluh air tu pon nampak lawo  pic.twitter.com/GuMb1PmIym— Hdyhsokri (@AudiNurul) July 6, 2019

Damn..  pic.twitter.com/TFwjbfB07g— Mawa'r (@FaridNurfariza) July 6, 2019

Bila gambar detail,tekak rasa dahaga la pulak — AboY (@TwT_DaniaL) July 8, 2019

Amacam? Boleh lawan kualiti animasi Toy Story tak?

Power betul kamera ni!

macam Toy Story punye grafik dhni  pic.twitter.com/jfSosBfEmw—  (@arifradzi97) July 6, 2019

Selepas gambar ini tular, netizen masing-masing bersemangat nak tahu kamera apa yang Ashril pakai sehingga mampu mendapatkan hasil yang begitu hebat dan detailed

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Rupa-rupanya, gambar itu diambil menggunakan telefon pintar yang mempunyai hanya satu lensa kamera sahaja. Wow!

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It's Pixel 3 XL people!Tak dinafikan, kamera satu lensa binaan Google ini adalah antara yang terbaik pernah dimuatkan dalam telefon pintar. Jika dibandingkan dengan kamera telefon pintar jenama lain, kamera pada Google Pixel 3 XL ini sememangnya sukar ditandingi dari segi kualiti.

Ini dia Google Pixel 3 XL
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Gambar cawan itu turut mendapat perhatian dari pengasas Tudung Ruffle, Nononesss dengan pengikut seramai 531 ribu di Instagram

"Tak sangka camera phone boleh cantik macam ni," tulis Nononesss atau nama sebenarnya Hanis Arif di Insta Story.

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LIKE Facebook dan follow Twitter SAYS SEISMIK dan temui segala cerita mesti kongsi sekarang!

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"I Love How Much It Rains" – American Expat Shares 5 Strange Reasons She Loves Malaysia

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An American expat's TikTok video recently went viral after she shared five strange reasons why she loves Malaysia

In the 56-second clip, user @lilithinkl said that she loves Malaysia not only for common reasons such as our food and culture, but also for other "strange" things we offer in our country.The American expat, Lilith, first stated that she loved Malaysia due to its rainy weather."I love how much it rains. I'm from the desert, so we don't get rain that often," she explained.She went on to say that she would be happy even if it rained every day in Malaysia.

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The expat also enjoys the sunsets in Malaysia because the scenery appears surreal to her

"Your sunsets, when they happen, they are absolutely unreal," she was quoted as saying.Aside from our weather and sunsets, Lilith mentioned that she enjoys the Malaysian slang and hopes the locals do not mind if she uses it."I love your slang, lah, mah, weh, and meh. They are so much fun and I hope you guys don't mind if I use them," she said.

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Lilith also said that she is obsessed with our local fruits

"I cannot get enough of your local fruits, seriously," said the American, adding that she has become obsessed with mangosteen since moving to Malaysia, eating them almost every single day.Lilith then emphasises the affordable education available in our country as the fifth and final reason she loves Malaysia.The TikToker explained that even though affordable education does not directly benefit her current life, it was valuable to her at one point in the past."Your education is so affordable, and I am here for it," Lilith added.

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Watch Lilith list down five reasons why she loves Malaysia here:

  @lilithinkl 5 strange reasons I  Malaysia #malaysia #kl #kualalumpur #malaysiarain #malaysiasunset #sunsetmalaysia #malaysianslang #malaysianfruit #malaysiafood #malaysianeducation  edamame - bbno$

In July, a Ukrainian expat went viral for showing how much he had changed after living in Malaysia for three months:

                From Sweater To Kain Pelikat: Ukrainian Expat Shows Off His Evolution Of Staying In M'sia

No more "nasi ayam pedas sikit-sikit"!

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In the same month, an Australian TikToker shocked Malaysians after she shared that Australians eat rice with forks:

                Aussie TikToker 'Converted' To Using Spoon For Eating Rice After Moving To Southeast Asia

"What the fork?"

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The Sims 4 Will Be Free-To-Play This October And It's The Best News Ever

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Starting 18 October, Electronic Arts (EA) will make The Sims 4 free-to-play for all its players

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EA released a statement on their platform noting, "With The Sims 4 going free to play, our team is more dedicated than ever to developing new and meaningful The Sims 4 experiences for our players and we will continue to develop and release packs, kits and Sims Delivery Express drops into the foreseeable future."

For EA Play and EA Pro members, EA will be giving an upgraded experience through their new EA Play Edition and EA Play Pro Edition

The EA Play Edition will include the Get To Work expansion pack, complete with careers like detectives, doctors, and scientists, as well as the ability to start your own retail shop.

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Meanwhile, the EA Play Pro Edition will also include the Toddler Stuff expansion pack. The Toddler Stuff pack will allow you to have more creative ways for your toddler Sims to express themselves, with items such as slides and ball pits. You can even have your toddler Sims go on play dates!

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Don't worry if you're one of the players who purchased The Sims 4 before the news

From 17 September to 17 October, EA will be gifting current players the Desert Luxe Kit expansion pack.Heavily-inspired by the natural landscape of the Southwestern desert, the Desert Luxe Kit has new and luxurious furniture for indoor and outdoor areas, as well as stone and wood materials for building.The kit will be available when you log into the game to claim at the main menu.

Here's a sneak peek of the Desert Luxe Kit expansion.
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However, it's worth noting that the rest of the expansion packs are still not free, as additional content may require a separate purchase

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Watch The Sims 4 trailer and download it below:

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The Sims 4 will be available on PC, Mac, PlayStation 4, PS5 Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.Download hereEA application | Origin | Steam

Want more free-to-play games? Here are some suggestions:

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Why go out when you can stay home and play games, right? :P

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8 Funny Halloween Headgears Under RM50 To Get If You're Too Lazy To Fully Dress Up

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Don't know what to dress up as for Halloween? Or maybe you've always wanted to dress up but can't be bothered to craft or buy a whole outfit for it.

This time of the year is the peak season for fun-filled, spooky Halloween parties with friends. Whether you're going in a 'serious' costume or you just want to get other party-goers laughing, dressing up is undoubtedly the best part of Halloween.

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To get you in the mood for holiday 'spooktacular' fun, here are eight hilarious headgears for those who want an easy outfit that will still stand out:

1. Green fish | RM13.27 - RM17.94

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If you want to get your crush's attention but are scared of rejection, remember the saying: "There are other fish in the sea." But in this case, you are the other fish in the sea, when you arrive to the party with this green fish mask.You can choose to get the mask with a pair of sunglasses, with a cigar and sunglasses, or with a combo of sunglasses, cigar, and chain necklace.Get the mask here.

2. Horse mask | RM17.50

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Have people ever told you that you don't fit in? Well, this horse mask is perfect for proving all those neigh-sayers wrong.Get the mask here.

3. Plague doctor mask | RM16.18 - RM18.03

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Tackle the pandemic medieval-style with this plague doctor mask that will (hopefully) scare the pandemic away. The mask comes in several colours and designs. Get the mask here.

4. Wolf mask | RM19.98

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Roleplay as Jacob Black from Twilight in this wolf mask. :P This mask is sure to make your friends howl in laughter (or fear). It comes in two variations – brown and white.Get the mask here.

5. Skull mask | RM25.80

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If you've always believed you got a thick skull, you can express it with this skull mask that comes in two variations of grey and brown.Get the mask here.

6. Creepy smile mask | RM17.89

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If you prefer to put a smile on people's faces (or your own), this creepy smiling mask is the definite go-to for some fun jumpscares. The mask comes in two colours, white and green.Get the mask here.

7. Old man mask | RM46.20

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Feel like you're already old with all the back pain? Get a glimpse of what it's like to be an old white man with this mask. Get the mask here.

8. Shrek mask | RM12.61

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Wear this mask and you'll hear, "Onions have layers," in the distance. Summon the power of Shrek by dropping references to those who grew up watching the movies.Get the mask here.

Let your pets join in on the fun by getting these costumes for them:

                These Adorable Costumes Let Your Pets Join In On The Spooky Halloween Fun

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5 Fun Things To Look Forward To At The Lazada Run Happening In Cyberjaya This July

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ICYMI, e-commerce platform Lazada will be hosting a first-of-its-kind Lazada Run right here in Malaysia on 16 July, woohoo!

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Lazada Run has been making its way across six Southeast Asian cities, including Ho Chi Minh (23 April), Jakarta (11 June), Bangkok (25 June), Manila (2 July), Kuala Lumpur (16 July), and Singapore (23 July).The Malaysian leg of the Lazada Run will be happening on 16 July at Persiaran Flora, Cyberjaya, from 3.30am to 10am, featuring 5km (for both kids and adults), 10km, and 21km race categories.You can get your Lazada Run tickets from now until 30 June. Find out more here.Ticket prices:- 5km category: RM54 (kids) RM69 (adults)- 10km category: RM84- 21km category: RM99

If you haven't caught on yet, the Lazada Run won't be like your usual marathons. Here are five fun things you can look forward to at this special event:

1. More than just a running event, you'll get to experience your favourite brands brought to life in engaging Brand Experiential Zones

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Need to take a breather along the way? You’ll get to enjoy all kinds of fun at Brand Experiential Zones, featuring popular brands on Lazada across categories like fashion, beauty, electronics, and sports.There will also be interactive displays, games, and other experiential activities that are tailored to each brand, similar to what you experience while shopping on the Lazada app.

2. Get your money's worth with race kits full of goodies and RM21,200 cash vouchers up for grabs!

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Curious what you get in your race kit? Here's a breakdown:- Epitex Sports Towel- Blackmores Vitamin C 500mg- Y.O.U. Beauty Sunbrella- Lifebuoy Coconut Shower Gel Sample- Dettol Body Wash- Ice Watch Cash Voucher- Spritzer Mineral Water- Race Shirts- Race Bib- Drawstring BagRace kits can be collected from 8 to 9 July, 10am to 7pm at Event Hall, Atria Shopping Gallery.

3. First place finishers for the 10km and 21 km run (both men’s and women’s categories) will be flown to Singapore to compete in the Finale

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What's more, all race finishers will get a medal, while those who finish the 21km race will get exclusive finisher T-shirts.For all you competitive runners, here’s a closer look at the RM21,200 worth of cash vouchers up for grabs!

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4. Race against time to grab mystery boxes in the Kid's Dash and Cart Dash!

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Race finishers have something exciting to look forward to — a 30m route littered with mystery boxes, each containing vouchers that can be redeemed for amazing prizes.Once you finish your run, head over to the Kid's Dash and Cart Dash area, where you'll be given a basket or trolley to fill up with mystery boxes. The catch is, you'll only get 20 seconds to grab as much as you can and reach the finish line, in order to walk away with your items.

5. Once you've finished your run, don't forget to enjoy the Lazada Village carnival too

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After a tiring run, get refreshed and rejuvenated at an fun-filled carnival experience featuring a variety of activities, games, food and drinks, as well as exclusive shopping deals.

Ready for a unique running event unlike any other?
Sign up for the Lazada Run before 30 June and be sure to use the exclusive promo code LAZADARUN20 to enjoy RM20 off your tickets — a special treat for all SAYS readers!

P.S. Share this with your friends and jio them to join you at the run too! :D


Pilih Laptop Bukan Perkara Mudah. Lihat HUAWEI Matebook D 15 Ini, Macam Pakej Lengkap!

Nak cari laptop yang sesuai ini ibarat mencari pasangan hidup. Mestilah kena cari yang serasi, kualiti yang baik dan mempunyai perwatakan yang hebat.

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Semua ini penting untuk pastikan pilihan kita sememangnya tepat.

Jika anda mahukan semua ciri ini dalam sebuah laptop, HUAWEI kini dengan siri laptop terbaru iaitu MateBook D 15 berharga RM2,499 adalah jawapannya!

HUAWEI MateBook D 15
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Bukan itu sahaja, ada banyak lagi ciri-ciri menarik pada HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini yang pastinya bakal memikat hati. Selain berpenampilan menarik, komputer riba jenama HUAWEI ini juga memiliki ciri seperti berat 1.53kg dan berketebalan lebih kecil dari 17mm dan ia sangat mudah dan ringan untuk memudahkan anda membawanya sebagai peneman ke mana sahaja. Mempunyai rekabentuk unik dan berwarna perak metalik dengan kemasan futuristik, HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini kelihatan sangat elegan dan mesti anda akan suka untuk memilikinya.

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Kini skrin HD dah jadi trend untuk kebanyakan telefon pintar terkini dan HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini pun tidak terkecuali. Ciri paparan skrin Full View HD yang terdapat pada HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini membolehkan anda melihat isi kandungan dengan 87% skrin paparan penuh. Ini bermakna anda boleh membaca isi kandungan lebih banyak dalam satu skrin tanpa perlu skroll ke bawah banyak kali. Kalau nak buat kerja dan bahagikan skrin kepada dua untuk menggunakan Excel ataupun Words pun tiada masalah dan kerja anda akan jadi lebih mudah.Malah, dengan resolusi IPS Full View display 1920X1080 dan skrin ratio 16:9, anda turut dapat merasai pengalaman menyeronokkan apabila membuat tugasan, menonton filem atau bermain game bersama HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini.

HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini bersifat melindungi!

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Setiap orang pasti inginkan privasinya terjaga. Jadi, HUAWEI mendengar setiap kehendak penggunanya dan mengambil inisiatif dengan menghasilkan ciri kamera tersembunyi pada HUAWEI Matebook D 15 ini. Kamera tersembunyi yang terletak di antara butang F6 dan F7 ini bercirikan 'pop up' dan hanya berfungsi apabila anda menekan butang gambar kamera. Dah tak perlu risau dengan isu hack siber atau sekiranya anda terakam tanpa sedar.

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Menariknya lagi, HUAWEI Matebook D 15 turut didatangkan dengan ciri FullView Display-Blue Light Filter iaitu TUV Rheinland certified khas untuk melindungi mata dari pandangan radiasi berbahaya.

Ia tahu apa yang anda perlu dan mahukan :D

Kolaborasi skrin pelbagai.

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HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini memang memahami!Mempunyai fungsi 2 peranti dalam 1 skrin, ia membolehkan HUAWEI MateBook dan telefon pintar HUAWEI berkongsi skrin sekaligus berupaya untuk memindahkan fail dan melihat senarai kenalan dengan lebih jelas di paparan laptop.Lepas ini anda boleh lebih fokus menyiapkan kerja menggunakan laptop tanpa perlu gangguan dengan peranti lain. Yang lagi best, nak main game pun lebih puas dengan menggunakan skrin yang lebih besar.Perlu diingatkan, fungsi ini hanya boleh digunakan jika anda mempunyai telefon pintar HUAWEI sahaja.

One-Click Fingerprint Login

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Oh ya, HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini turut dilengkapi dengan ciri One-Click Fingerprint Login, di mana anda boleh power on atau off laptop dengan hanya menggunakan cap jari. Kalau lupa password pun tak jadi masalah, sebab anda hanya perlu tekan Power Button menggunakan cap jari dan voila!

Pocket charger

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Leceh betul setiap kali nak bawak charger laptop!Ha, untuk pengetahuan anda, HUAWEI MateBook D 15 ini menggunakan pengecas Type C, yang membolehkan anda berkongsi wayar USB dengan telefon pintar HUAWEI. Yang lagi menarik, pengecas ini juga memberikan perlindungan overheat dan secara automatik akan menyekat kuasa elektrik untuk memastikan keselamatan pengguna terjamin.

Prestasi HUAWEI MateBook D 15, tak perlu disangkal lagi!

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Konfigurasi hardware HUAWEI Matebook D 15 merupakan versi AMD, di mana ia menggunakan pemproses Ryzen 5 3500U terkini, kad grafik Radeon Vega 8 Graphics bersepadu, prestasi yang berkuasa dan fleksibiliti hiburan yang luar biasa.

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Siri laptop ini juga dilengkapi dengan dua storan peranti iaitu 256GB SSD dan 1 TB HDD. Ini membolehkan korang menaip dan membaca 50% lebih pantas berbanding saluran memori tunggal! Hebat kan?

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Nak cari teman istimewa yang terbaik memang susah, samalah macam nak mencari laptop yang memenuhi keperluan harian kita. Tapi buat apa susah-susah nak cari lain kalau dah jumpa HUAWEI MateBook D 15 yang menjanjikan prestasi terbaik dan memudahkan urusan harian anda.Yang lagi penting, tak semua laptop utama di pasaran setanding dengan HUAWEI MateBook D 15 yang bukan sahaja berteknologi tinggi tetapi berharga mampu milik iaitu hanya RM2,499. Anda mungkin dah jumpa “teman istimewa” sempena tahun baru 2020 ini. Jangan lupa untuk nantikan pelancarannya pada 18 Januari 2020 ini ya.

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