Why Is The Pope Apologising For The Crimes He Didn't Commit?

In A First In The History Of Popes, Pope Francis Has Taken The Personal Responsibility For The Sex Crimes Of His Priests And Begged Forgiveness

Pope Francis touches his forehead as he leads the general audience in Saint Peter's square at the Vatican, April 9, 2014.
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Pope Francis said Friday he took personal responsibility for the "evil" of priests who raped and molested children, asking forgiveness from victims and saying the church must be even bolder in its efforts to protect the young. It was the first time a pope has taken personal responsibility for the sex crimes of his priests and begged forgiveness.

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Francis' off-the-cuff remarks were the latest sign that he has become sensitized to the gravity of the abuse scandal after coming under criticism from victims' advocacy groups for a perceived lack of attention to, and understanding of, the toll it has taken on the church and its members.

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No pope has ever taken personal responsibility for the tens of thousands of children who were molested by priests over decades as bishops moved them from parish to parish rather than reporting them to police. Pope John Paul II denounced priests who abused children, saying there was no place for them in the priesthood. Pope Benedict XVI expressed sorrow and regret to victims, met with them and even wept with them. But neither ever took personal responsibility for the crimes or begged forgiveness as Francis did.

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He Said The Abuse Was A "Moral Damage Carried Out By Men Of The Church", And That "Sanctions" Would Be Imposed. The Statement Is Being Described As His Strongest On The Issue So Far.

Pope Francis before a gathering of the Pontifical Gregorian University at the Vatican 11 April, 2014
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Pope Francis on Friday made his strongest public apology yet regarding sex abuse in the Catholic church, as he asked for forgiveness for the incidents and promised to strengthen sanctions to help prevent future cases.

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The evolution began last month when he named four women and an abuse survivor to a sex abuse advisory panel that the Vatican has suggested will address the critical issue of sanctioning bishops who cover up for pedophiles. Francis delivered the comments to members of the International Catholic Child Bureau, a French Catholic network of organizations that protects children's rights. Sitting with them in his library Friday, Francis spoke slowly, deliberately and softly in his native Spanish, deviating from his text.

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"I feel compelled to take personal responsibility for all the evil that some priests, many — many in number, (although) not in comparison with the totality — to assume personal responsibility and to ask forgiveness for the damage caused by the sexual abuse of the children," he said.

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The Church Has Been Shaken By Sexual Abuses Across The Globe Which Has Driven Many Away From The Catholic Faith

The church has been shaken by sexual abuses across the globe, particularly in countries such as the U.S. and Ireland, which has driven many away from the Catholic faith. Pope Francis has criticized the abuses in the past, which led to large financial compensation of the victims by the church.

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"The church is aware of this damage," he continued. "We don't want to take a step back in dealing with this problem and the sanctions that must be imposed. On the contrary, I think we must be even stronger! You don't play around with the lives of children."

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Last Month, The Pope Named Eight Members Of A Commission That Will Help Advise Him On How To Combat Clerical Sexual And Assist Victims

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Last month, Francis named the initial members of a commission to advise him on best practices to combat sexual abuse in the church. Half of the eight members are women and one, Marie Collins, was assaulted by a priest as a child. Collins, who became a well-known activist in the fight for victims' justice, had previously called on Benedict to ask personal forgiveness for the scandal and those church leaders who put loyalty to the church ahead of the safety of children.

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The Vatican has said Collins and the other members will now draft the statutes of the commission and would look into the legal "duties and responsibilities" of church personnel, a suggestion that they might take up the critical question of disciplining complicit bishops. Church law provides for sanctions if a bishop is negligent in carrying out his duties, but to date no bishop has been disciplined for protecting an abuser.

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Though Unclear, Francis' Comments About The "Sanctions That Must Be Imposed" Could Be A Reference To The Need To Hold Bishops Accountable

Francis named the commission members in March after coming under fire for taking no action since the commission itself was announced in December. Victims groups also have been irked that he hasn't met with survivors and recently told a newspaper that the church had been unfairly attacked for its abuse record. His defensive tone, coupled with the perceived languishing of the commission, led survivors and church commentators to question whether he "got it" on sex abuse.

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The Main U.S. Victim's Group, SNAP, Said It Was Waiting For More

Above, the Pope at the Vatican on April 10, 2014
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"We beg the world's Catholics: Be impressed by deeds, not words," said SNAP's outreach director Barbara Dorris in a statement. "Until the pope takes decisive action that protects kids, be skeptical and vigilant."

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Clohessy and SNAP members say they would love to be proved wrong about their pessimism, but they have ample reason not to be hopeful. “If history is a guide, those complicit bishops should shudder,” said Clohessy. “But they probably won’t. Hopefully [priest sex abuse] will truly be over one day, and then we can talk about forgiveness. But we aren’t there yet.”

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[NANDINI SAYS] 7 Things Malaysian Teens Did Growing Up

You know, when I see teenagers these days - macamlah dah tua sangat - I cannot relate with some of the things they do lah.
OOTD, ambik gambar makanan, hang out kat Starbucks, macam-macam lah.

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So different from my zaman when we used to get all our jajan from koperasi sekolah and run after the roti uncle for freshly baked bread

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Man, things have changed.
I sense you young people who are reading this may be wondering what this mak cik who grew up in the 90s is yammering about.

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Okok, takpe, you all just watch this video for a glimpse into how life was for teens in Malaysia dulu-dulu:

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Speaking of growing up in Malaysia, Selamat Hari Merdeka, guys!
The past 61 years have been an interesting, glorious journey for Malaysia and it wouldn't have been possible without the remarkable leadership of our prime ministers.

With that in mind, FashionValet recently launched a collection of funky t-shirts that serves as a tribute to the great leaders of our nation. Each t-shirt under the Fathers of Malaysia collection is priced at RM69. Refer to the images below for a brief look at the collection:

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Cool, kan? Check out the entire collection at FashionValet's site here. Happy shopping! ;)

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Cambridge Awards Local NGO Student For Being Top In The World In 2 O-Levels Subjects

Saima Shafiq Fukumi, a student at the Dignity for Children Foundation in Malaysia, has been recognised by Cambridge University for her outstanding O-Levels results

According to a statement by the school, Saima received not one, but two 'Top in the World' awards for her exceptional results in Chemistry and Mathematics in the 2019 IGCSE O-Levels examinations.The award is one of the most prestigious acknowledgements given by Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), a provider of the international examinations and part of Cambridge University.Saima's incredible performance in the exam, which is regarded as one of the most academically challenging qualifications today, surpassed that of over one million students worldwide who took the examination last year.

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Described by the school as shy yet confident, the 20-year-old said it took determination and perseverance to obtain the impressive results

"Even before IGCSE, I was hoping to receive the awards. However, I never thought I would be really scoring the highest in the world, for two subjects," Saima told SAYS in an interview."I am relieved and very happy that all the hard work has paid off."She excelled in school, which was at the Dignity for Children Foundation, a non-governmental organisation and school for underprivileged children in Kuala Lumpur.

Dignity's Head of Secondary Education, Rebecca Lin (left), standing proudly beside Saima on her graduation day.
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Saima, who is half Pakistani and half Japanese, said it was difficult living away from her parents to pursue her studies here in Malaysia

"But I took it as a chance to grow independent and strong, so I was able to stay positive," said the student, who was born and raised in Japan and even had trouble speaking English when she first came to Malaysia.When asked whether she had any big plans for the future, Saima said that she would love to further her studies in medical school after the completion of A-Levels."My ambition is to be a doctor and make medication accessible for the underprivileged," she explained.

Dignity added that Saima is among 18 of the best performing students in the school to have received accolades from CAIE

However, while the graduating class had their commencement ceremony on 29 February, the Outstanding Cambridge Learners Awards ceremony to celebrate the special achievements had to be cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Nonetheless, the co-founder of Dignity, Reverend Elisha Satvinder, was immensely proud of Saima's and her classmates' achievements."It is heartening to see our students rise above their challenges and create victories in their lives, working a step closer towards their dreams," he said."We are proud of our educators as well, for dedicating their time and effort tirelessly, sharing the same dreams as their students [and] to bring out the best in them."He added that the school is always committed to serve the urban poor, to nurture, and to empower underprivileged children to be world changers through education."We hope that this is just the beginning of their successes and would be a motivator for other students to follow in their footsteps."


Minister Says Decision To Remove Cooking Oil Subsidy Is Good For The Rakyat's Health

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In a statement that shows how out of touch the rakyat's elected representatives are from the needs of the rakyat, Sarawak Local Government Minister Dr Sim Kui Hian said that the Government's decision regarding the removal of subsidy for cooking oil should not be viewed negatively, as it would be good for the rakyat's health.One of Sarawak's top cardiologists before entering politics, he said that people should see this as an opportunity to "shop healthily, cook healthily and eat healthily".He even suggested that people should go for alternative styles of cooking like steaming, baking or grilling which reduced oil usage.He was reported saying so together with celebrity Chef Wan after they witnessed a successful attempt by the Plaza Merdeka shopping centre in Kuching to come up with the biggest bowl of Sarawak Laksa to be recorded in the Malaysia Book of Record.

Dr Sim's statement was severely ridiculed on social media

Following the news reports, Malaysians took to Facebook to take the Minister to class, calling his suggestion "ridiculous", "stupid", and "talking cock".A sample of some of the comments posted online:"You should also remove government hospital subsidies so that all medical treatment will be super expensive and people will be afraid to be sick and lead a healthy life.""This minister is talking cock and through his nose, what has subsidy got to do with healthier diet stupid?? It's the opposite Idiots. Poorer people will have to settle with poorer quality cooking oil because of the price increase, what sort of stupid Dr is Mr Sim Kui Hian and who is he trying to fool??""Removal of corrupt politicians will lead to healthy and prosperous Malaysians..."

Meanwhile, Chef Wan pitched in with his advise that people should reduce eating fried food and should instead eat more vegetables and fruits besides doing regular exercises in order to live healthy

Dr Sim Kui Hian and Chef Wan participating in cooking the record breaking Sarawak Laksa.
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There Are 39 Different Ways You Can Mark Your Ballot Paper According To The EC

There are many ways you can mark your ballot paper when you vote. Although, the ‘X’ is said to be an ideal mark, a tick, dot, asterisk, or any other symbol that is clear and legible is also accepted, according to the Election Commission guidebook.

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Here are some other examples of accepted ways you can mark your ballot paper:

Note: The following information and images were retrieved from the Election Commission's (EC) guide, 'Panduan Untuk Memutuskan Undi Ragu'.

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If the mark is within the name of the candidate, it is accepted

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... or if it is within the candidate's symbol, it is also acceptable

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Another approved way is if there is more than one marking made within a candidate's box like below:

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If the mark is placed slightly outside of the candidate's box but does not enter into any other candidate's box, it is accepted as well

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If the paper is slightly torn but does not affect the marking, official stamp, or serial number, it can still be accepted

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Another acceptable method is if the marking is made from the voter's inked finger, as long as the print is within one candidate's box

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If some of the ink accidentally touches the rest of the paper, outside of any other boxes, it is also accepted

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Now that you know the right way to mark your ballot paper, these are some things to avoid:

Voting slips that are not stamped with a serial number, trademark or official stamp at the top left of the paper should be rejected immediately and swapped for another piece

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Any mark given to more than one candidate will be considered spoilt

Ensure that there are no marks on the back of your ballot paper before you vote. If there are, don't hesitate to ask for a new piece.

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Markings made outside of a candidate's name, candidate's symbol, and marking box will not be accepted

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Any indication that can identify the voter will also not be accepted as a vote

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Avoid drawing or doodling anywhere on the ballot paper as they will not be counted as votes

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Pornographic, sensitive, or written words scribbled on the paper will also not be accepted

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If the voting paper is torn affecting the serial number and official stamp, it will not be accepted

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To view the full guide, click here.

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[VIDEO] The Shark That Can Walk! Watch to Believe!

WATCH: New species of "walking" shark found in Indonesia

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The new species is called Hemiscyllium halmahera!

This screen shot shows an image of a new species of walking shark found in the reefs of Indonesia.
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A species of shark that uses its fins to "walk" along the bottom of the ocean floor has been discovered off the coast of Indonesia.

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The shark has been identified as the epaulette shark, or Hemiscyllium halmahera, and was in fact first photographed in 2008. It has now been formally identified as a new species in the journal Aqua.

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Walking sharks reportedly use pectoral and pelvic fins to move across the sea bed, while searching for food.
They have also been described as having a distinctive pattern of brown spots on their heads, which distinguishes them from other working sharks.

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The new shark is harmless to humans

It has been named hemiscyllium halmahera after the group of sharks it is closely related to and also the place it was found, the eastern Maluku island of Halmahera
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Mark Erdmann, a coral reef ecologist and marine conservationist, filmed the shark on the small island of Halmahera and said his team were very excited at the discovery. He said local indigenous communities have been aware of the shark for many generations but it has only just been spotted by scientists.
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The discovery of the animal (pictured) coincides with a move by the Indonesian government to protect sharks and increase marine tourism and conservation.
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The shark, which has wide horizontal stripes, grows to a maximum length of just 30in and is harmless to humans. It was found off the remote eastern island of Halmahera, one of the Maluku islands.

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The conservation group said it hoped the discovery would once again demonstrate that most sharks pose no threat to humans.

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Conservation International, whose scientists discovered the shark along with colleagues from the Western Australian Museum, added it came at a time when Indonesia was increasing its efforts to protect shark and ray species.

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But it's not the first

"This is the third walking shark species to be described from eastern Indonesia in the past six years, which highlights our tremendous shark and ray biodiversity," said Fahmi, a shark expert at the Indonesian Institute of Sciences.

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"We now know that six of the nine known walking shark species occur in Indonesian waters, and these animals are divers' favourites, with excellent potential to help grow our marine tourism industry."

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Polluted Droplets Stay In Air For Hours If You Flush Without Closing The Toilet Lid

Editor's Note: This story has been updated on 22 October.

Earlier this year, a public research university in Hong Kong released a study detailing how bacteria stays in the air by polluted droplets for hours when we flush without closing the toilet seat lid

According to the study, a toilet flush can release up to 80,000 polluted droplets and leave them suspended a metre in the air for hours if the lid is left up, reported South China Morning Post (SCMP).Smaller bacteria are even more likely to become airborne and transmitted into the surrounding area like other rooms in a home via polluted droplets produced during flushing, said the year-long study that was done by the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering of City University of Hong Kong (CityU).

(From left) CityU Associate professor Dr Eric Lee Wai-ming, Professor Alvin Lai Chi-keung, and infectious disease expert Dr Iris Li Wai-sum explaining the distribution of airborne aerosol droplets emitted from toilet flushing.
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Closing the lid doesn't help, either

CityU Professor Alvin Lai Chi-keung, who led the year-long study, said that their findings revealed that water droplets created during flushing without closing the toilet seat might rise up to a metre.But international studies, the professor said, have suggested that even if the lid was lowered before flushing, polluted particles may still sneak through the gaps between the toilet and its lid."Covering the toilet lid while flushing is definitely essential, but it should not be considered complete prevention," Lai said while advising households to clean the washroom using diluted bleach thoroughly on a regular basis, maintain good ventilation, and always close the door when not in use.

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The year-long study comes at a time of public crisis and paranoia

However, CityU Professor Alvin Lai Chi-keung, who led the study, said in a press conference on 13 February that it is not their intention to cause unnecessary fear among the public in countries like China, Singapore, and Malaysia that are already reeling with the current outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).As of 22 October, the coronavirus has killed more than 1,136,222 people globally.Meanwhile, in Malaysia, the total number of cases has crossed 22,000 with 199 deaths.Highlighting that their study began long before the virus existed, Lai said their aim was to uncover the relationship between airborne aerosol droplets and the transmission of pathogens.

The team has suggested a number of ways to minimise the risk

Among the preventive measures, the team recommends that people ventilate their washroom often to prevent saturation of airborne bacteria, adding that 87% of airborne pathogens could be removed from the toilet space by turning on the exhaust fan for 15 minutes, reported SCMP.According to infectious disease expert Dr Iris Li Wai-sum, who was a member of the team, people should close the windows in the washroom during ventilation to avoid drawing the polluted air back inside.Additionally, apply a half flush to reduce the number of droplets produced during flushing.

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MOH: No Fist Bumps Or Handshakes Allowed While Battling COVID-19

The public has been advised to not bump fists with others, a popular gesture of greeting these days, to curb the spread of COVID-19

According to New Straits Times, Deputy Health Minister I Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali said this form of physical contact between individuals was not encouraged by the Ministry of Health (MOH)."Touching includes handshaking and fist bumping which has become a trend today that sees people bumping and grinding [their fists]," said the deputy minister."Do we wash our hands after that?" he asked, adding that he has also seen people embracing one another.

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"[There should be] no salam and other forms of body contact"

He explained that fist bumping, which took the place of handshakes since the COVID-19 pandemic began, still involves physical touch.Instead, he said the MOH suggests a complete no-touch greeting."The ministry recommends putting your hand on your chest and bow as a sign of respect. The current trend (fist bumping) is not good and we should be more careful," he said at the Dewan Negara sitting today, 8 September.

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Dr Noor Azmi was responding to a question by Senator Lim Pay Hen who wanted to know the government's action plan as scientists predicted that the pandemic would last another two years

"We will continue to monitor this pandemic as we don't fully know the disease yet; the weapons we have currently in fighting the disease are the face mask, hand sanitiser, and physical distancing," he answered.  According to Malay Mail, he noted, however, that Malaysia has proven to be among the countries able to control this infectious virus and has been gaining world recognition for its efforts in fighting the disease.

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Experience The Blue River Phenomenon, Watch Fireflies & Other Activities In Kuala Selangor

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Without needing to travel too far from the city, Kuala Selangor is a great place to explore with several fun activities to do

Sometimes all you need is a short getaway to escape the mundane routine. If you're someone who treasures experiences and making memories, this list is definitely for you.

Here are exciting activities to check out in Kuala Selangor that won't break the bank:

1. Be enchanted by thousands of glowing fireflies at Kampung Kuantan Fireflies Park

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This place is definitely a must-visit! Kuala Selangor is known for its firefly sanctuary, which is home to one of the largest colonies of fireflies in the world. Cruise on a boat as it takes you through a mangrove, where you can admire thousands of fireflies sparkling along the banks of the Selangor River. It's a truly magical sight.

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Bring along a mosquito repellent / spray and drinking water.20-minute boat rides run daily:Slot A: 7.30pmSlot B: 8.30pmTicket price:RM20 per person / RM50 per boat (Four pax)Contact number:+6016-2234788 (WhatsApp)You can book or find out more information here.

2. Take cool photos at the reflective Sky Mirror, where you'll get to stand right in the middle of the sea

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A boat will take you into the deep sea, where you'll come across a submerged piece of land that you can walk on. Some lucky visitors even managed to spot dolphins along the way!Tour staff will set up a 'stage' where they will help you take fun photos with the 'mirror' of the ocean reflecting against the sky.

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Wear clothes that are comfortable or that you don't mind getting wet. Reviews recommend wearing bright coloured clothes if you want the photos to come out well.Ticket price: RM80 (Sky Mirror tour only). Tour packages are available that include other activities in the area.Contact number:+6011-14303638 (WhatsApp)You can book or find out more information here.

3. Admire this breathtaking, natural night-time phenomenon known as 'Blue Tears' along Selangor River

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'Blue Tears' is a natural phenomenon in Kuala Selangor, which is caused by Dinoflagellates, an algae or marine plankton that emits blue-green light at night.A speedboat will take you along the river where you'll sight bioluminescent displays in the water.

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Visitors are allowed to stir the water with nets to make the blue patches more visible but are not allowed to bring any 'Blue Tears' back. Bring mosquito repellent / spray and a camera with night mode or higher ISO values to capture the bioluminescence in the darkness.Entrance fee: - RM20 for adults- RM17 for children (Three to 12 years old)You can book or find out more information here.

4. Watch magnificent eagles swoop in for food all around you

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A boat cruise will take you down a river, where about 20 to 40 eagles circle, waiting for food. Tour guides will toss chicken strips, so you can admire these magnificent creatures up close as they swoop in fast to grab the meat. It's a fun activity for the whole family.

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Tours happen daily at 5pm, 6pm, and 6.30pm.Entrance fee: - RM25 for adults- RM20 for children (Three to12 years old)Contact number:+6010-4688011You can book or find out more information here.

5. Get some fresh air and take a stroll at Kuala Selangor Nature Park

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Nature enthusiasts, this one's for you. Kuala Selangor Nature Park covers over 2.9km of coastal land, including a large mangrove swamp forest. There are four walking trails that anyone can do, even young children and the elderly: 1. Egret Trail (550m - 30 minutes)2. Pangolin Trail (1km - 50 minutes)3. Coastal Bund (1.7km - 2 hours) 4. Langur Trail (1.1km - 2.5 hours respectively)

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Bring along mosquito repellent / spray and drinking water.Entrance fee:- RM4 (adults)- RM1 for children (below 17 years old)- RM2 for senior citizens (above 60 years old)Opening hours: 9am - 6pm (Daily)Address:Jalan Klinik, Taman Alam,45000 Kuala Selangor, Selangor


SPCA Finds 17 Guinea Pigs Abandoned In Food Delivery Bags By The Roadside In SG

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17 guinea pigs were found abandoned with no food or water by the roadside around Sungei Tengah in Singapore last Thursday, 9 March

The Singapore Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) said a passerby was shocked to find more than a dozen emaciated guinea pigs in two thermal food delivery bags left strewn on a stretch of grass by the side of the road."I went to check the bags because I saw something furry. I was shocked to see a guinea pig's face staring back at me!" said the individual who immediately called the organisation for help.

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SPCA promptly sent an animal rescue officer to the scene to save the animals from the blatant neglect

"Abandoned with no food, water, and proper shelter, the guinea pigs had no chance of survival if not for the kind caller," said the society.They added that the officer found 15 guinea pigs drenched and struggling in the sweltering heat and rain, of which, one was found dead, and two more were found the following day."We are incredibly saddened and disturbed by this incident."If you are unable to care for your pets because of personal reasons, it is your responsibility to find them safe homes. If you are still unable to do so, we urge you to seek the help of animal welfare groups like us," said SPCA.

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The guinea pigs have since been taken to the society's Community Animal Clinic for medical checks, and are currently being fostered by volunteers

SPCA executive director Aarthi Sankar told The Straits Times that eight guinea pigs have been taken in by SPCA staff and volunteers, while another eight are being cared for by Guinea Pig Rescue Singapore until they are ready for adoption.

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16 Times Everyday Malaysians Made Us Proud With Their Achievements In 2019

Our Malaysian athletes have put in great work in 2019 to make our nation proud

After badminton legend Datuk Lee Chong Wei retired in June 2019, The BrandLaureate Book Of World Records held a ceremony to recognise him as the only badminton legend to hold the World #1 Ranking for 348 weeks.

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Meanwhile, Sarawakian para-athlete Bonnie Bunyau Gustin broke a world record - which he also set in 2018 - at the World Para Powerlifting Championship in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, where he picked up two golds.

Bonnie Bunyau Gustin.
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During the 2019 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), our athletes also brought home historic wins we should be proud of:- Malaysia's first e-sports gold medal was won by Dr Yew Weng Kean, who holds a PhD in electrical engineering,- Malaysia's first gold medal in men's rapid chess was brought home by international master Yeoh Li Tian,- Lego Sam Jee Lek became the first-ever SEA Games gold medallist in breakdancing as the dance type was only introduced as an event this year, and- Shuttler Kisona Selvaduray delivered a stunning gold medal win in the badminton women's singles.

While our beloved athletes have made us proud, there were also a number of everyday Malaysians who achieved great feats in various fields.
Here are some of them:

1. Scientist Dr Magaret Sivapragasam was included in an international 'Periodic Table of Younger Chemists'

Dr Margaret Sivapragasam.
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As part of the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry's (IUPAC) 100th anniversary celebrations, the international organisation collaborated with the International Younger Chemists Network (IYCN) to create the 'Periodic Table of Younger Chemists'.Dr Margaret was included in the group of 118 young chemists who embody the mission and core values of IUPAC, highlighting the diversity in careers, creativity, and dedication.A Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) postdoctoral research scientist working at the Centre of Research Ionic Liquids, she has won multiple awards and honours in the past for her incredible body of work in science, and has represented Malaysia as a young scientist in many international conferences speaking on her research in ionic liquids.One of her projects, which involved the removal of dye from industrial wastewater produced by the batik-dyeing industry in Malaysia, won her several awards including Stage Two of the Shell Ideas 360 Innovators Challenge and an honourable mention in the Yale University Green Chemistry Challenge, according to a Bernama report.

2. Yaashwin Sarawanan, affectionately known as the Malaysian "human calculator", placed second in the finals of Asia's Got Talent 2019

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A video of the SMK Bandar Tun Hussein Onn 2 student's appearance on the show went viral earlier in the year, and he managed to nab second place in the competition. For the 'Back to Skool' themed closing performance, the 15-year-old improvised an act called 'The Calendar Problem', where he attempted to identify the exact day of a particular date, month, and year in the calendar.Yaashwin asked the judges - David Foster, Anggun Cipta Sasmi, and Jay Park - and the show's hosts Alan and Justin to participate in his act.The "human calculator" was asked to name the days Foster received his first Grammy Award, Anggun had her first daughter, and Jay Park's father was born. The judges and audience cheered as he succeeded in determining the day of each event.

3. Public Service Department (JPA) scholar Muhamad Saiful Hakimi Daud was the first Malaysian to receive Pennsylvania State University's highest engineering honour

Muhamad Saiful Hakimi Daud (centre) and his parents.
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The Sungai Petani, Kedah native achieved a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.0 while pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, with a Minor in Energy Business and Finance degree at Pennsylvania State University.His considerable academic achievements and strong leadership skills resulted in him being awarded the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences' Engineering Honor Marshal.

4. Three primary school children from SK Stella Maris in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah won a gold medal for their viral 'Nambuyunan' performance at Dance World Cup 2019

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The trio, which is made up of 10-year-old Ahmad Mikhail Damsal and 12-year-olds Muhammad Fakhrul Afif and Oscar Neil, clinched a gold medal under the 'Children Duet/Trio National and Folklore Dance' category at the Dance World Cup 2019. A video of the team's performance went viral on Facebook, garnering over thousands of shares and comments of praise. They were later invited by DiverseCity to perform their award-winning dance at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) auditorium.

5. The three Malaysian filmmakers who bagged a bronze medal at the Cannes Gold Lion 2019 Award for a series of Public Service Announcement (PSA) videos

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A joint effort between filmmakers Nadiah Hamzah, Syed Madnuh, and Emir Ezwan resulted in a bronze medal at the Cannes Gold Lion 2019 Award for a series of Public Service Announcement (PSA) videos.Working with creative agency Leo Burnett Malaysia, each of them directed segments in a nearly three-minute-long video for NGO Voice of the Children which follows three young Malaysians as they are being bullied and physically assaulted by peers at school.As they attempt to escape their bullies, the victims break the fourth wall and plead to viewers to take action rather than merely "like or share".A message appears at the end of all three videos: "Likes and shares don't end bullying. Learning how to help a victim does."

6. Emir Haady Imran Zulharnain became the youngest person ever to enroll at the Royal College of Surgeons (RCSI) in Dublin, Ireland

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In September, 16-year-old Emir Haady Imran Zulharnain began his academic year at the Royal College of Surgeons (RCSI) in Dublin, Ireland.Emir revealed to theSundaily that he completed his UK International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination at the tender age of 14.He sat for his A-levels at 15 years old, obtaining an A for Chemistry and Math, and an A* for Physics. "The heart just fascinates me – how it works – and I just want to do what I love which is to become a heart surgeon," he said.

7. The Sri Dasmesh Pipe Band won multiple awards and emerged World Champions at the World Pipe Band Championship

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The Sri Dasmesh Pipe Band was named category champions of Grade 4B at the World Pipe Band Championship in Glasgow, Scotland, beating out 12 other countries.The band also won awards in the drumming and best parade categories.Pipe leader Tirath Singh, who is also the band's leader, said they went through over a year of tireless practice to prepare for this competition. They met three times a week for two hours or more each session at the Sri Dasmesh International School in Kuala Lumpur.

8. Entreprenuer Amber Leong clinched RM3.36 million on 'Shark Tank' for her desktop light therapy lamps business

Chew Kin Mun and Amber Leong.
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Leong hails from Salak South, Kuala Lumpur and went to the United States after receiving her diploma from Tunku Abdul Rahman College.A few years ago, she decided to quit her corporate job and start a light therapy lamp business called Circadian Optics with her co-founder and husband, Chew Kin Mun.She became the first Malaysian to be featured on the hit American entrepreneurial reality TV series 'Shark Tank', where she managed to land a USD800,000 (RM3.36 million) deal with the ABC programme's two prominent investors, Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner, in exchange for a 20% stake in her company.

9. Scientist Prof Dr Serena Nik-Zainal was honoured with an award originally known as the 'Nobel Prize For Cancer Research'

Dr Serena speaking at a Global Cambridge event in Kuala Lumpur in June.
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Dr Serena, who is based in the United Kingdom, was awarded the Dr Josef Steiner Cancer Research Prize 2019 for her breakthrough research in cancer genome interpretation for use in clinical practice.Her research at Cambridge University in collaboration with two of her colleagues, Dr Paul Calleja and Dr Ignacio Medina, shows how cancer tumour mutations can be studied using new bioinformatic methods, making way for new approaches in targeted cancer therapies."The powerful combination of computational analytics and experimental insights helped to drive the development of clinical computational tools to interpret whole cancer genomes more effectively," Dr Serena was quoted as saying by Today Online.

10. 17-year-old Julian Wen-Sheng Gan was the first Malaysian to have graced the finals of the Genée International Ballet competition

Julian Wen-Sheng Gan (fourth from left).
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Gan practised day and night for the prestigious competition, and not only was he the first Malaysian to ever reach its final round, but he also won a silver medal and Margot Fonteyn Audience Choice Award.While his hard work and determination is admirable, it was his strength in grief that moved the hearts of Malaysians. A month prior to the competition, Gan's father passed away due to pancreatic cancer.In an interview with The Star, he said, "Throughout the competition and even now, I would have flashes of him, memories or certain things that reminded me of him."

11. Malaysian Medical Relief Society (MERCY Malaysia) founder Tan Sri Dr Jemilah Mahmood was the first Malaysian to receive the ASEAN Prize

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The ASEAN Prize is a prestigious regional award which aims to acknowledge the inspiring and outstanding achievements of an individual or organisation who have significantly contributed to ASEAN community-building efforts.Dr Jemilah started MERCY Malaysia, which is the country's first medical charity, to provide volunteer medical and health services when war tore through the Balkan state of Kosovo in 1999.She personally led missions and development programmes in many parts of ASEAN, such as Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and the Philippines.Under her guidance, MERCY Malaysia became the first NGO in Asia to be internationally-certified for humanitarian accountability in 2007.An obstetrician and gynaecologist by training, Dr Jemilah continued saving lives despite being shot during a mission and was temporarily kidnapped in 2003 while travelling as part of a convoy providing medical aid during the Iraq War.

12. Nurul Ezzaty Hasbullah was awarded the oldest international scholarship programme in the world, the Rhodes Scholarship

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The 23-year-old student at student at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) was awarded the reputable Rhodes Scholarship to continue her studies at the University of Oxford. Nurul Ezzaty will be pursuing a Master's in social data science followed by a Master's in public policy starting next year. She is only the fifth Malaysian to be awarded with the scholarship.Established in 1903, the Rhodes Scholarship is the oldest international scholarship programme in the world, aiming to develop future leaders through postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford.The scholarship is highly competitive and provides all expenses for up to four years of study at the prestigious university.

13. Arinna Erin Wira modelling Nike's first modest swimwear

Arinna Erin Wira.
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The Master of Science in Business Intelligence and Social Media graduate of Brunel University in London was among a group of four models selected to model the new Nike Victory Swim collection.According to a statement, the Nike Victory Swim collection will allow Muslim and body-conscious women to choose from a full-body swimsuit or individual pieces including a swimming hijab, a tunic top, and leggings.Signed with BAME Models and living in the United Kingdom (UK), Arinna advocates for inclusive-fashion who enjoys swimming for pleasure.Speaking about the modest swimwear, the Malaysian model said, "What I first noticed when I went swimming in this outfit was that my hijab stayed on. It was intact and did not come up at all."

14. University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison) graduate Lisa Kamal inspiring a crowd of 7,000 with her convocation speech

Lisa Kamal.
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In 2016, Lisa Kamal left Malaysia to the United States on a Petronas scholarship to pursue her dream of studying in a college there, as her parents did.More than 9,000 miles from home and four years later, she was given the honour to be the student speaker on behalf of the graduating class at their commencement ceremony. Her convocation address to a crowd of 7,000 attendees, in which she also quoted lines from Broadway musical 'Hamilton', soon went viral. Lisa was also awarded a 2019 Hilldale Undergraduate Research Fellowship, the university's top research grant, to pursue her studies in electron microprobe analysis.

15. Six secondary school students set a new record at the International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO)

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The 15-year-old students were Amelia Jade Mae-Xian Lim (Wesley Methodist School), Chin Jia Yao (Chong Hwa Independent High School), Tay Yi Cong (Chong Hwa Independent High School), Haris Dani Erwin Dani (PERMATApintar National Gifted Centre), Imran Adham Azmin (PERMATApintar National Gifted Centre), and Lai Bo Wei (SMJK Chung Ling).Selected from among 104 gold medal winners at the Malaysian Junior Science Olympiad (MyJSO), the team went on to score a record one silver and five bronze medals at the 16th IJSO 2019 in Doha, Qatar.

16. Junior doctor Farah Roslan invented the UK's first disposable sterile hijabs

Farah Roslan (left) and her mentor, consultant surgeon Gill Tierney.
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According to BBC, Farah said this brainchild came following infection concerns related to her hijab which she had been wearing for a whole day in Royal Derby Hospital."I'd been using [the same headscarf] all day which obviously wasn't clean and ideal," she told BBC Radio Derby."I didn't feel comfortable taking it off and I was pulled out from the theatre, respectfully, due to infection control."Therefore, she said a middle ground had to be found between "dress code due to faith" and the "passion of being in the operating theatre".


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Pervert Caught Taking Upskirt Videos In Sunway Pyramid With Phone Hidden In Shopping Bag

Perverts are employing the sneakiest of tactics to spy on women, especially in public spaces.
James Chow was at a clothing store in a popular shopping mall in Bandar Sunway when he noticed a man acting suspiciously in close proximity to several female shoppers.

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In a post that's being widely circulated on Facebook, Chow recalled the incident that happened on Sunday, 3 March at around 7pm: "While I was shopping with my girlfriend (at a clothing store in the mall), I witnessed a guy in his 40s (carrying a few 'shopping bags') secretly recording upskirt videos of female shoppers," he wrote.

Turns out, one of the "shopping bags" the man was carrying had a phone hidden within. He reportedly followed several women who were wearing skirts very closely while angling the shopping bag so that the phone is directly under the unsuspecting victims.

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After observing the man's behaviour, Chow quickly informed mall personnel and along with some security guards, "discreetly" tailed the alleged pervert to two other beauty stores in the mall.

Upon witnessing the man's actions, security guards apprehended the man and brought him to a nearby police station. To their shock, police found hundreds of upskirt videos in the man's phone.

Chow - who lodged a police report (below) over the incident - was perplexed when the police said such cases "happen quite frequently in shopping malls" and that they will "try to educate the suspect" so that he does not repeat his offences again.

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In wrapping up his post, Chow warned women who are wearing skirts to be aware of their surroundings in shopping malls, especially when someone is standing too close to them

"Ladies who wear skirts, be careful of your surroundings when you are shopping especially when someone approaches you closely behind with a 'shopping bag' in hand. There might be a recording camera inside," he wrote.

In a statement sent to SAYS, Sunway Pyramid confirmed that the suspect was indeed nabbed and brought to the authorities for further action. The mall also shared how shoppers can report to mall security should they encounter such incidents:

"Dear Shoppers,In light of the recent incident reported about the upskirt videos recorded at our mall, our security personnel has nabbed the person responsible and he has been brought to the authorities for further action.We would like to take this opportunity to remind shoppers to report any suspicious characters or activity to our 24-hour security hotline at 03-7494 3170 or go to the nearest Concierge Counter located on G Floor or LG2 for assistance. All carpark levels are also equipped with 24-hour i-Alert buttons in case of emergencies. Where possible, do try to snap a photo or video of the suspicious character or activity and share with our security personnel or Concierge for easier identification.Always be vigilant of your surrounding and stay safe!"

You can read Chow's full post here:


[VIDEO] Abang Lori Bunyikan Hon 'Tenonet', Tapi Rider foodpanda Ini Pula Yang Jadi Tumpuan

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Anda pasti sudah biasa mendengar bunyi hon lori yang berirama setiap kali berada di jalan raya bukan?

Dalam erti kata lain, budak-budak zaman sekarang menyebutnya sebagai 'hon tenonet'. Ia biasa dibunyikan oleh pemandu lori dan bas.Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah rakaman di TikTok mengenai rider foodpanda yang spontan menggoyangkan kepalanya selepas mendengar bunyi 'hon tenonet' telah mencuit hati ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @ecahdemok Abg senyum lanje hon ..tak yah tnggu tepi highway ..  #honviraltelolet #ikuttrend #fyp  original sound  - ecahdemokz

Abang lori bunyikan 'hon tenonet', tapi rider foodpanda pula yang buat ramai terhibur

Menerusi video yang dirakam oleh @ecahdemok, kelihatan dia sedang berhenti di traffic light di sebelah sebuah lori.Apa yang menarik perhatian adalah apabila dia menyuruh driver lori tersebut membunyikan 'hon tenonet' sementara menunggu lampu hijau. Driver tersebut pantas membunyikan hon lorinya.Namun, apa yang berjaya menghiburkan warganet adalah apabila seorang rider foodpanda tiba-tiba muncul di tepi lori menghala ke selekoh kiri spontan menggoyangkan kepalanya. Dia seolah-olah sedang melayan lagu 'hon tenonet' itu.

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"Video ni FYP sebab abang panda. Akak perlu berterima kasih dekat dia. Sorry bang lori, abang panda tu jugak yang tarik perhatian hahaha" - Warganet

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah mencecah 1.9M tontonan, 253.4K tanda suka serta 2.6K perkongsian di laman TikTok.Tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata warganet turut terhibur melihat aksi rider foodpanda yang spontan itu.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Seronok ya abang panda layan 'hon tenonet', kami terhibur! :D

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[SURVEY] How Kotor Are Malaysian Homes? Help Us Find Out

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When it comes to cleaning our homes, some of us absolutely enjoy doing it, while the rest of us simply dread all the different chores

For certain Malaysians, it's already become a habit to spend a couple of hours a week cleaning their homes. However, others may find themselves too busy (or lazy) to even sweep and mop their floors.But regardless of how much time we spend cleaning our homes, did you know that there are still many unlikely areas at home that are havens for bacteria and germs? :O

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ToiletThe toilet is one of the prime spots for germs to grow, from the floor area around your toilet bowl to the tap, sink, and the bath towels you leave hanging to dry. While many of us dread cleaning the toilet, it's important to pay extra attention to it, especially if it's a shared space in the home.Kitchen Sink and CountertopsWhile you may do your dishes every day, that doesn't mean your kitchen sink is automatically clean. In fact, it may be teeming with germs if you don't scrub it down. Plus, the countertops where you prepare your food might harbour bacteria, so make sure to clean them after every use.Everyday ItemsFrom your electronic gadgets like phones, laptops, keyboards, and tablets, to shared items like remote controls, gaming controllers, and keys, these are havens for yeast and mould if not cleaned often.Beddings, Pillowcases, and ComfortersIf possible, you should wash your sheets weekly, because they can accumulate dead skin cells, dust mites, and other pathogens over time. For comforters, you can send them for dry cleaning once every few months.Switches, Handles, and DoorknobsWhen it comes to cleaning our homes, we spend a lot of time on bigger surfaces, and often forget small things like doorknobs that we actually touch a lot on a daily basis. The next time you clean your home, just spend an extra five minutes to wipe down all these surfaces with disinfecting wipes.

In collaboration with health technology company Medklinn, we wanted to discover how kotor Malaysian homes actually are.
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Having a clean home is extremely important, because it helps protect you and your loved ones from dust and illness-causing pathogens

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A cleaner home usually translates to falling sick less and fewer allergies. Plus, it'll make you feel happier and more comfortable. :D

Besides regular forms of cleaning and sanitising, one way to  take care of your home's hygiene is by sterilising it

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Cleaning by sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming can help remove dirt, dust, and other particles from the surface at home. On the other hand, sanitising or disinfecting will get rid of bacteria and harmful viruses.However, the safest option of all is sterilising your home continuously 24/7, which will not only kill all harmful microorganisms but also provide added safety, keeping you and your loved ones protected for a longer period of time.

Health technology company Medklinn has portable sterilisers that keep the air and surfaces in your home clean

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Thanks to Medklinn's patented Cerafusion technology, it replicates nature's sterilisation process by producing Active Oxygen consisting of controlled levels of ozone and negative ions. Active Oxygen eliminates 99.9% of viruses, bacteria, allergens, mould, bad odour, and other toxic substances.*The best part is that Medklinn's Versa 45 and Versa 25 sterilisers are small, lightweight, and low maintenance. All you have to do is power it up by plugging in a USB cable or a power bank, and it will sterilise the air and surfaces of whatever room it's placed in.* An independent microbiology lab test conducted by Monash University showed a significant reduction in harmful microorganisms after using Cerafusion technology.

Make sure to stay tuned for the results of our 'How Kotor Are Malaysian Homes?' survey!
In the meantime, you can find out more about Medklinn sterilisers on their website.

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Tetap Tunaikan Yang Wajib, Penumpang Solat Berjemaah Di Dalam Train Ini Dipuji Ramai

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Buat seluruh umat Islam, solat lima waktu adalah perkara yang wajib ditunaikan

Bagi umat Islam, ia adalah salah satu tiang agama. Sudah menjadi tanggungjawab kita sebagai umat Islam untuk menunaikannya walau di mana pun kita berada.Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video di laman sosial TikTok apabila seorang penumpang train komuter berkongsi momen ketika penumpang lelaki berjemaah telah meraih perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @bentengsejagat Solat Subuh dalam train komuter. Butterworth - Padang Besar. Situasi ini setiap pagi, bagi mereka yang ulang alik Kerja dengan menggunakan KTM Komuter ini.   original sound  - Founder Misi

Solat Subuh berjemaah sebab train komuter dari Butterworth ke Padang Besar

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan dia menunjukkan situasi ketika para penumpang lelaki muslim berjemaah untuk menunaikan solat Subuh.Momen itu rata-rata membuatkan ramai terharu dek kerana walaupun di dalam train tetapi mereka tetap tidak melupakan kewajiban mereka.Malah, ada juga rata-rata warganet mencadangkan pihak komuter adakan suatu ruang khas atau sebuah cabin hanya untuk solat bagi memudahkan penumpang untuk menunaikan salah satu rukun Islam itu.

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"My husband and ayah dah pernah merasa mcm ni. Alhamdullilah, sampai waktu solat auto semua keluarkan sejadah masing-masing. Dah tau rutin" - Warganet

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih sebanyak 500.6K views, 39.7K likes dan 1,047 comments di TikTok. Rata-rata warganet memuji tindakan para penumpang itu dan memberikan pelbagai reaksi masing-masing.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Alhamdulillah, penumpang yang lain pun bagi kerjasama baik juga :)


Olympic Council Urges Athletes To Sue Ridhuan Tee If They're Offended By His Remarks

Rio Olympians offended by Ridhuan Tee's remarks over their motivation in the Games should sue him, said Olympic Council of Malaysia’s (OCM) vice-president Datuk Mohd Nazifuddin Najib

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The Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin lecturer posted a column questioning the patriotism of athletes competing in the Rio Games and only competing in sports for monetary rewards. He also questioned why Lee Chong Wei was the only athlete who received praise following his silver medal win.

Nazifuddin chided Tee's insensitive comments and said he shouldn't question the integrity and commitment of national athletes

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"If there are any Olympians who feel slighted by Ridhuan Tee’s statement, they can sue him. I feel that he should not simply comment on our Olympians' spirit.Personally, I am not satisfied if there are such negative thoughts because athletes have already fully sacrificed their lives to carry the nation’s name," he was quoted saying by Berita Harian.

Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has also ticked off Tee for his inaccurate and insulting comments

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"I consider his comments to be very, very inaccurate and I feel angry and disappointed when I read his statement.To suggest otherwise is something I consider to be very, very insulting and irresponsible. It is better if he does not comment on sports, because he obviously knows nothing about it," he said to Malaysiakini.

The Malaysian contingent delivered its best-ever Olympic performance in the history - winning four silver medals and one bronze medal

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The silver medallists are Lee Chong Wei (badminton - men’s singles), Chan Peng Soon and Goh Liu Ying (badminton - mixed doubles), Pandelela Rinong and Cheong Jun Hoong (diving - women’s synchronised 10-metre platform), and Tan Wee Kiong and Goh V Shem (badminton - men’s doubles).Azizulhasni Awang grabbed a bronze medal in the men’s keirin cycling event.

Don't let a cynic's comment bring you down, fellow athletes! You guys have done well and we're very proud of you. :)

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[VIDEO] Danish Orchestra Eats World's Most 'Pedas' Chilli In The Middle Of Performance

Claus Pilgaard, better known as "Chili Klaus" is a Danish web celebrity stemming for his love for spicy chillies. Recently, he fed some of the world's hottest chillies to the National Chamber Orchestra in Denmark.

Claus Pilgaard, better known as "Chili Klaus" is a Danish web celebrity stemming for his love for spicy chillies. Recently, he fed some of the world's hottest chillies to the National Chamber Orchestra in Denmark.
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Claus Pilgaard, a Danish web celebrity known as ‘Chili Klaus’ for his love of the spicy vegetable, fed some of the world’s hottest chillies to the National Chamber Orchestra in Copenhagen, to shed some light on the troupe’s plight.

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'Chili Klaus' brought Carolina Reapers, Trinidad Scorpion Moruga Blend (TSMB) and Ghost Peppers for a “little piece of classical music and a little bit of spicy food”.

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Why? DR, Denmark's national broadcaster will be calling time on the orchestra after 75 years due to budget cuts

DR, the country’s national broadcaster, is calling it a day on the orchestra after 75 years, but Chili Klaus wanted them to go out with a bang – and that comes in the shape of Carolina Reapers, Trinidad Scopion Moruga Blend and Ghost Peppers, some of the most intense chillies in the world.

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Claus Pilgaard, who has managed to become famous by eating hot chilli peppers, took his hot and spicy passion to the Danish National Chamber Orchestra, which is being shut down after 75 years due to budget cuts at DR.

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So it went off with a good start, the members of the orchestra doing their thing with gusto and all

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Claus, who was also the conductor that day, paused the performance halfway to invite the members to spice it up with chillies

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That's when all hell broke loose. You can clearly see the chillies taking effect on the musicians.

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No one was spared, from the guys on the trumpets...

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To the bassoonists, they all felt it

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It was definitely a blazing performance from this maestro

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The chilli was clearly too hot for this violinist to handle...

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Once the performance was over, they all groaned in agony. What an ordeal!

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Watch the 'spicy' performance HERE:

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Doesn't this remind you of an episode in "The Simpsons"?

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Watch This Mak Cik Have The Time Of Her Life As She Dances To A Tamil Song

A Malaysian Mak Cik has recently became an Internet sensation after a TikTok video of her dancing to a Tamil song went viral

TikTok user GanNazx has been sharing videos of her grooving to different song genres in her home since April this year. One particular video, which caught the eyes of many, received over 2,000 likes and 1,200 shares.

In the video, GanNazx can be seen dancing energetically to a famous Tamil song, Puli Puli by Darkeys & The Keys.

The viral TikTok video was then shared by netizen Shalini who took it to Twitter to share about the mak cik

ladies and gentleman, racism has officially ended in malaysia. sekian. pic.twitter.com/e88HWNmCyj— shalini t (@shhaalini_) August 12, 2019

"Ladies and gentlemen, racism has officially ended in Malaysia. Yours sincerely," the netizen wrote in her caption.Shalini's tweet has since gathered over 100,000 views and 3,000 retweets.

GanNazx not only jives to Tamil songs, she does Chinese songs too

Or even Kpop in which she jumped onto her couch during Blackpink's 'Kill This Love'

Guess what, this talented mak cik can even sing too!

In over five months, GanNazx now has over 22,000 fans and 105,200 hearts on TikTok.

Never stop dancing, GanNazx!


Attention, Malaysians! These Are The Long Weekends And Holidays For Malaysia In 2021

Disclaimer: Long weekends in this story will refer to the Monday to Friday work week, unless otherwise stated.

With the pandemic still ongoing, it may be difficult to make plans to go on vacation or balik kampung in 2021.
However, it doesn't mean we can't be hopeful!

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There will be 14 national public holidays in 2021.
Four of them will officially make these long weekends next year:

New Year's Day: 1 to 3 January (Friday to Sunday)Chinese New Year: 12 to 14 February (Friday to Sunday)Hari Raya Aidilfitri: 13 to 16 May (Thursday to Sunday)*Agong's Birthday: 5 to 7 June (Saturday to Monday)*These dates are subject to change.

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With careful planning, you can get yourself nine extra long weekends if you take annual leave on these dates next year:

Thaipusam: 28 January to 31 January (Thursday to Sunday)*- Take leave on Friday, 29 January- Those living in Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, and Putrajaya have an extra long weekend with Federal Territory Day on Monday, 1 FebruaryNuzul Al-Quran: 29 April to 2 May (Thursday to Sunday)- Take leave on Friday, 30 AprilWesak Day: 22 May to 26 May (Saturday to Wednesday) OR 26 May to 30 May (Wednesday to Sunday)- Take leave on Monday and Tuesday, 24 and 25 May, OR Thursday and Friday, 27 and 28 MayHari Raya Haji: 17 July to 20 July (Saturday to Tuesday)*- Take leave on Monday, 19 July- Those living in Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, and Terengganu have an extra long weekend with an additional Hari Raya Haji public holiday on Wednesday, 21 JulyAwal Muharram: 7 to 10 August (Saturday to Tuesday)- Take leave on Monday, 9 AugustHari Kebangsaan: 28 August to 31 August (Saturday to Tuesday)- Take leave on Monday, 30 AugustMalaysia Day: 16 September to 19 September (Thursday to Sunday)- Take leave on Friday, 17 SeptemberProphet Muhammad's Birthday: 16 October to 19 October (Saturday to Tuesday)- Take leave on Monday, 18 OctoberDeepavali: 4 November to 7 November (Thursday to Sunday)- Take leave on Friday, 5 November*These dates are subject to change.

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In addition to nationwide public holidays, those who are living in these particular states get to enjoy their state holidays off too!

If you live in these states, enjoy even more long weekends (with or without extra leave days):PERLISIsrak and Mikraj: 11 March to 14 March (Thursday to Sunday)- Take leave on Friday, 12 MarchRaja Perlis' birthday: 17 July (Saturday)PERAKSultan of Perak's birthday: 5 November to 7 November (Friday to Sunday)PENANGGeorge Town World Heritage City Day: 7 July (Wednesday)Penang Governor's Birthday: 10 July (Saturday)SELANGORSultan of Selangor's birthday: 11 December (Saturday)PAHANGHari Hol Pahang: 22 May (Saturday)Sultan of Pahang's birthday: 30 July to 1 August (Friday to Sunday)NEGERI SEMBILANYang di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan's birthday: 14 January to 17 January (Thursday to Sunday)- Take leave on Friday, 15 JanuaryIsrak and Mikraj: 11 March to 14 March (Thursday to Sunday)- Take leave on Friday, 12 MarchMELAKAAwal Ramadan: 10 April to 13 April (Saturday to Tuesday)*- Take leave on Monday, 12 AprilDeclaration of Melaka as a Historical City: 15 April to 18 April (Thursday to Sunday)- Take leave on Friday, 16 April- Alternatively, take a nine-day holiday by combining both April weekends and take an extra leave on Wednesday, 14 April!Governor of Melaka's birthday: 8 October to 10 October (Friday to Sunday)JOHOR**Sultan of Johor's birthday: 23 March (Tuesday)Awal Ramadan: 13 April (Tuesday)*Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Iskandar: 10 to 13 September (Friday to Monday)- Take leave on Sunday, 12 SeptemberKEDAH**Israk and Mikraj: 11 March to 13 March (Thursday to Saturday)Awal Ramadan: 13 April (Tuesday)*Sultan of Kedah's birthday: 18 June to 20 June (Friday to Sunday)KELANTAN**Sultan of Kelantan's birthday: 11 to 13 November (Thursday to Saturday)TERENGGANU**Installation of Sultan of Terengganu Anniversary: 4 to 6 March (Thursday to Saturday)Israk and Mikraj: 11 March to 13 March (Thursday to Saturday)Sultan of Terengganu's birthday: 23 April to 26 April (Friday to Monday)- Take leave on Sunday, 25 AprilSABAHGood Friday: 2 April to 4 April (Friday to Sunday)Harvest Festival: 29 May to 31 May (Saturday to Monday)Sabah Governor's Birthday: 2 October (Saturday)SARAWAKGood Friday: 2 April to 4 April (Friday to Sunday)Hari Gawai: 29 May to 2 June (Saturday to Wednesday)- Take leave on Monday, 31 MayKUALA LUMPUR, LABUAN, AND PUTRAJAYAFederal Territory Day: 30 January to 1 February (Saturday to Monday)*These dates are subject to change.**Assuming these states follow the Sunday to Thursday work week.

Happy planning!

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Avoid the crowds and plan a relaxing staycation with family and friends:

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                8 Cosy Airbnbs That Are Perfect For The Ultimate Cool Weather Vacation In Malaysia

Time to cool off. :D

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                10 Airbnb Retreats In Malaysia That Are Perfect For BBQ Parties And Group Stays

For bridal showers, stag nights, birthday parties, or family holidays!

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                10 Traditional Malay-Style Airbnbs For A Picturesque Kampung Getaway

Kampung ambience in comfort.

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Here's A List Of Discounts To Take Advantage Of If You're A Student In Malaysia

If you've ever been - or still are - a student, every bit of opportunity to save money helps. This is where your college/uni-issued student card comes in handy.

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From food and laptops to shopping for clothes and going to the movies, flashing your student card in certain places can get you special discounts and/or privileges:

Food Outlets

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(i) Kenny Rogers: 25% discount off on total bill from 2.00pm to 6.00pm on weekdays (except Public Holidays). Terms and conditions apply.(ii) Seoul Garden: Student meals priced cheaper than Adult prices for Lunch (11.30am to 4.59pm on weekdays, 11.30am to 3.59pm on weekends and Public Holidays) and Dinner (5.00pm to 10.30pm on weekdays, not applicable on weekends and PH). Prices differ according to locations, check here for the branch you're going to.

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(iii) Bar.B.Q Plaza: 20% discount off menu sets from 10.30am to 5.00pm daily. More details here.(iv) Tony Romas: Students-only "break time" set (1 entree and 1 soda) for RM12.61, only applicable for personal dine-in from 3.00pm to 6.00pm on weekdays (except Public Holidays). You can also add on the Soup of the Day for RM3.07. Terms and conditions apply.

MacBooks and iPads

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Under the Apple for Education program, students can buy iPads, MacBooks, and other selected Apple products for RM80 to RM450 less than its retail price.However, education pricing is only applicable for online purchases. You can refer to the complete list of Apple products under the program here.

Cinemas

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(i) TGV Cinemas: RM10 for movie tickets, only applicable for Standard seats and movies before 6.00pm on weekdays (not including Public Holidays). More details here. (ii) Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC): RM7.50 to RM11 for movie tickets (depending on location), only applicable for movies before 6.00pm on weekdays (not including Public Holidays). Refer to the complete price breakdown here.

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(iii) MBO Cinemas: RM9 for movie tickets, only applicable for movies before 6.00pm on weekdays (not including Public Holidays). Tickets must be purchased over the counter. More details here.(iv) mmCineplex (formerly Cathay Cineplex): RM10 for movie tickets, only applicable on weekdays (except Wednesdays and Public Holidays). Terms and conditions apply.

Entertainment Outlets e.g. karaoke, games etc.

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(i) RedBox: Student promotions are applicable for Lunch Hour (11.00am to 2.00pm) and Happy Hour (1.00pm to 6.00pm) sessions daily. Rates and promotions differ according to locaion, so check out the full breakdown via RedBox's official website. (ii) Neway Karaoke: Students enjoy discounted rates for Happy Hour (1.00pm to 7.00pm) and Dinner Buffet (6.00pm to 12.00am) sessions daily or on selected days. Rates and promotions differ according to location, so check out the full breakdown via Neway's official website.(iii) Loud Speaker Karaoke: Students pay from RM9.00 per person from 1.00pm to 7.00pm on weekdays (not including Public Holidays or eve of Public Holidays). More details here.

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(iv) Breakout Escape Room @ Avenue K: Flat rate of RM30 per pax on weekdays from 10.00am to 4.30pm. Only applicable for Malaysian students, must present student ID and valid IC at reception. More details here.

Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) Concerts

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Students get to enjoy a RM15 flat rate for Classics, MPYO, Chamber, and Happy Hour concerts (excluding Family Fun Day) and 50% off ticket prices for Specials and Pops concerts. However, tickets can only be purchased at the DFP Box Office, KLCC and not applicable for online transactions. More details here

Clothing Stores

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(i) Forever 21: 10% off regular-priced items from Monday to Thursday. (ii) Cotton On (Sunway Pyramid outlet only): 15% off normal-priced items on Tuesday.

Do you know of other places that offer discounts and/or privileges to students? Share it with us in the comments section below!

Another discount you should take advantage of:

                This Apple Reseller Is Offering Students A RM500 Discount on Selected MacBook Air Laptops

The promotion will end on 30 September 2017.

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Man Horrified To Find Dog Chained Behind Car & Dragged For Almost 2KM In Port Dickson

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On Saturday, 27 May, around 6.45pm, a lorry driver witnessed a tragic incident outside his home at Kampung Sri Parit, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan

The driver, Rajes Donarow uploaded a video showing a dog chained to the side of a car, which went viral on Facebook.The concerned neighbour said the dog's owner was a man from the same village as him."The man was driving an old car with the dog chained next to the vehicle," Rajes explained.

Though the dog was bleeding profusely from its paws and gravel was scraping its chest, the man kept on driving

"I got on my motorcycle and pursued the man. I signaled him to stop but he kept on driving," explained the 44-year-old.Rajes ended up overtaking the red Proton Saga and swiftly removed the keys out of its ignition before confronting the driver for treating the dog in such an inhumane manner."The man claimed ownership of the dog, adding it was his right to treat it however he wanted and remarked that it was none of my business," said Rajes. Rajes also mentioned that the man had been dragging the canine for almost 2km.

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Rajes immediately reported the incident to the police, and yesterday, 29 May, the 61-year-old dog owner was arrested

According to New Straits Times, Port Dickson district police chief Supt Aidi Sham Mohamed confirmed that the police received a complaint from a man who saw the animal being treated cruelly.He added that the incident resulted in the dog's unfortunate death.The 61-year-old was only remanded for a day. However, the case is still being investigated under Section 428 of the Penal Code.

Last month, witnesses also saw a dog being dragged behind a lorry in Serdang Jaya:

                NGO Demands Justice Over Photo Of Dog Tied & Dragged On The Road Behind A Lorry

The organisation hopes that appropriate punishment will be meted out to people who abuse animals.

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This Japanese Eatery In TTDI Serves Dazzling Sushi Omakase And Glistening Wagyu Cuts

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Located in the ever-booming area of TTDI comes a new sushi omakase restaurant that's dynamic in flavour and flare

A staple that is already familiar to those looking for the eatery, spot Aburii by their neon-lit samurai foxes that greet you as you enter the two-storey restaurant.Distinct from other Japanese restaurants we've graced in the past, the charm of Aburii can be seen in their multitude of dining areas that make you feel like you're sashaying past multiple okiyas in search of the best sushi TTDI has to offer.

Image via @navdesigngroup (Instagram)

Image via @navdesigngroup (Instagram)

Image via @navdesigngroup (Instagram)

Translated to mean "flame seared", Aburii has taken the class and etiquette for a grand dining experience, and elevated it to a chic and sophisticated environment that excites you immediately upon entry. Using the innovation of flame searing prime pieces to create a myriad of textures, Aburii has seamlessly amalgamated yakiniku (a Japanese term for grilled meat) with pieces of aburi sushi, without compromising their twists and innovation to this evolving cuisine.Besides the vivid and pristine sashimi bar and the dim tenebrous yakiniku stations downstairs, head upstairs for additional yakiniku grills, and a mini-sake bar that transports you to 1940s Japan.

Image via @navdesigngroup (Instagram)

Image via @navdesigngroup (Instagram)

Image via @navdesigngroup (Instagram)

We recently paid a visit to Aburii, and tried their Special Omakase Yorokobi (RM580), that culminated in a fusion of decadent and bold flavours

Hardly an overestimation, every piece of the omakase was delectable and unfathomably delicious. Ultimately, it is by the opinion of this SAYS writer that there really wasn't a particular favourite — every dish served was of the highest quality, and divine from start to finish.Opening the tasting session was a three-of-a-kind appetiser in the form of okaeri with tuna belly and foie gras. The second dish was the sazae, hand-formed sushi set gently in a sliced turban shell, which was then "grilled" by a lit flame beneath it.We then continued with their illusive Sashimi Box, which consisted of five kinds of sashimi. Opening the box, our sushi was presented on a voluminous cloud of fog that practically floated to us. It then carried over to a serving of engawa, tuna toro topped with a slice of bluefin tuna.

Image via SAYS

Image via SAYS

A visual treat, here's a tease for those who wonder what the Sushi Box looks like when presented:

The pristine ochazuke fish soup was up next, somewhat of a warm and soothing broth as relief for what we had thus far. Next was an exquisite serving of anago sushi, otherwise known as salt-water eel, that was simmered lightly for a tender carve.We then tasted Aburii's special hand roll, that was laid out on a curved plate, somewhat a discerning fashion for the convenience of patrons.A true standout, and star of the dozen thus far would have to be the lean slice of wagyu dressed with a generous amount of uni and a side of raw egg sauce. Glistening on our plate, the light spread of egg sauce on this deconstructed masterpiece was a fine dining piece for certain.

Image via SAYS

Image via SAYS

Colourful in presentation, we carried on with the signature Aburii Cholesterol Burger, which consisted of ikura, otoro, uni, and truffle, seamlessly encapsulated in a heart-shaped Japanese cracker. The final savoury piece was the sweet shrimp soup, hearty and lavish overall.

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Closing off the omakase set was Aburii's dessert of the week, which consisted of a silky mango mousse and creamy coconut ice cream.

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A stylistic and iridescent feature for the dessert was the addition of edible glitter that brought some sparkle to our eyes!Can you spot it below?

Alternatively, you can also order from their extensive à la carte menu if you feel like mixing things around

A knee-slapper from the very beginning, we were served the 'Sugar Daddy', a savoury ice cream that consisted of raw beef and a special secret sauce. We then followed up with the Shima Aji Tataki, which is essentially a half grilled buri (yellowtail), with an orange hued smoke sauce for balance.Standing out from the crowd for all the right reasons, Aburii's charcoal fried chicken was shimmering under the dim light. With gold exteriors painted on the outside, cut into a moist and succulent piece of meat for sensational flavours. The foie gras unagi was also a captivating piece, described as a Japanese mini-pizza of sorts.

Image via SAYS

Image via SAYS

Here's a little tease of the 'Sugar Daddy' being layered effortlessly, building up to a subtle explosion of flavours:

Carrying on with their signature tiger prawns, each piece was drenched in garlic tobiko aioli, that melted like butter off our spoons. It was hard to imagine that the grilled salted eel with spicy apricot was just as scrumptious, making it difficult to resist licking our plates clean.The barbecue servings as part of the yakiniku were sublime in every sense of the word. We were served A5 cuts from start to finish, reflecting on the quality of service provided by Aburii. The first plate consisted of grilled wagyu topped with truffle seaweed. Arguably at best, this was the highlight of our meal. We then proceeded to the chuck ribeye with raw garlic, that was juicy and textured to perfection. None like we've ever tried before, Aburii's A5 cuts of wagyu was one of the ultimate items you cannot leave off your order during a visit.

Image via SAYS

Image via SAYS

With a front seat at the sushi bar, this was our view watching our chef char the premium slices of wagyu:

A cleanser of sorts for all the items we've had thus far, their double boil tuna toro soup, brewed for four hours, was served with no additives or minerals (not even salt or pepper), and still tasted impeccable and robust. We then had a humble, but delicious, bowl of mentaiko rice, that is everything you'd expect it to be.Somewhat a fusion of East and West, their Aburii truffle fries with signature tangy mayo was drizzled in seaweed. This seamlessly carried through to their wagyu gyoza dumpling, that was aromatic and piquant.

Image via SAYS

Image via SAYS

Ending our tasting session with a bang, we got a little treat with a slice of Muskmelon. Fleshy, sweet, soft, and juicy, there was nothing better than this refreshing fruit to end our review. For a little kick, courtesy of our chef for the evening, a light sprinkle of whiskey was added to the top for a bourgeois conclusion.

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From beginning to end, every item on the menu at Aburii was a surefire hit, making this irrefutably, the best review we've had thus far

Aburii did not disappoint in the slightest. When we stepped into the divine eatery, we knew we were in for a treat — but our expectations were quickly surpassed. On our behalf, we'd like to specifically thank Chef Edwin, for a dining experience we'll never forget.While we were stuffed silly by the end of our omakase and à la carte savours, we were made aware that Aburii is slowly expanding on their menu in time to come. Among these include the addition of a special lunch menu, that serves an array of sushi and their signature yakiniku. Click here to find out more information on this menu.The entire experience immersed us into Japanese excellence, and while Aburii has only been up and running for the past couple of months, we're certain this eatery will go far if given a little more time on the scene.

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Here's where you can find Aburii:

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Address5, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 7, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.Operating hours6pm-11pm (Tuesday to Sunday).Closed on Monday.Facebook | Instagram | Linktree | WhatsApp | Umai

Here are some other great restaurants in TTDI:

                This Gastrobar In TTDI Seamlessly Links The Magic Of Gourmet Food And A Casual Ambience

Every single dish has a distinct design and flavour palette, ensuring that no two are alike.

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                This New TTDI Restaurant Offers 18-Hour Braised Beef Short Ribs That *Melt* In Your Mouth

From appetiser to dessert, Aposto will leave your taste buds satisfied.

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Someone Dumped Their Newborn Baby With Its Umbilical Cord Still Attached In KL

Another case of baby dumping as come forward as a newborn was found abandoned in a drain in Jinjang Selatan in Kuala Lumpur

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The newborn was found in a pink of health inside a box in the drain in Jalan Jinjang Selatan Tambahan by a 16-year-old near his house

Sentul Police District chief ACP R. Munusamy said the newborn was found in a drain about 10 metres away from the teenager's house at 10.58am.Munusamy said the newborn baby is currently being admitted in the intensive care unit at Selayang Hospital.

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It was, in fact, the 16-year-old's dog who led him to the location of the baby. Following which, the teenager alerted called the police.

"The teenager heard his dog barking. Curious, he went out of the house but found nothing suspicious. But the dog kept on barking and later led the teenager to a drain some 10 metres away from the house where he found the baby, crying," he said.

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The police are investigating the case under Section 317 of the Penal Code for baby abandoning. In the meantime, ACP Munusamy also requested the public with information to contact the nearest police station or call at 03-40400781/782 to help in the investigation.


MasterChef Alumnus Shares How To Make Fluffy Beignets With Gula Melaka

If you have a sweet tooth or just love snacking, we've got a recipe you're gonna want to bookmark!

Beignets. They're square-shaped. They're airy. And they taste like fluffy pillows dusted with icing sugar.Speaking to SAYS, MasterChef alumnus Karmen Lu shared her beignet recipe but with an added twist – salted gula Melaka caramel!

Image via Karmen Lu (Provided to SAYS)

These are the ingredients you'll need:

DOUGH- 125g coconut cream, room temperature (non-vegan option: eggs, milk and/or butter)- 1 teaspoon instant dried yeast- 10g sugar- 150g flour- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder- A pinch of saltSALTED GULA MELAKA CARAMEL- 200g gula Melaka (shaved)- 125g coconut cream- 9g salt- Oil for frying- Icing sugar, to dustThis recipe can make 14 pieces.

Ingredients (clockwise from left): coconut cream; flour, baking powder, and salt; yeast and sugar.
Image via Karmen Lu (Provided to SAYS)

Step one: Make the dough

Combine coconut cream, yeast, and sugar in a bowl and set aside for 10 minutes. Then, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Once mixed, add it into the first bowl with coconut cream. Mix until a ball of dough is formed and knead for a couple of minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for one hour.

Image via Karmen Lu (Provided to SAYS)

Step two: Make the salted gula Melaka caramel

Melt the gula Melaka on low heat until most of the lumps are gone.Increase the heat, add the coconut cream and salt, and bring it to a boil. Reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes until thickened.

Image via Karmen Lu (Provided to SAYS)

Image via Karmen Lu (Provided to SAYS)

Karmen shares that the caramel is best served warm but you can still keep it in the fridge for up to a month.

Step three: After an hour, the dough should have almost doubled in size. Place it in the fridge for 30 minutes – this will make it slightly firmer and easier to roll.

Image via Karmen Lu (Provided to SAYS)

Step four: Roll the dough out to 0.5cm thickness and cut out 5cm squares

Image via Karmen Lu (Provided to SAYS)

Step five: Heat a pot of oil (175°C) and fry the dough squares for 90 seconds to two minutes, while constantly flipping them

Fry a few pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding the pot.

Step six: Drain on some paper towels and dust liberally with icing sugar. Then, serve warm with the salted gula Melaka caramel.

 So delicious, so worth it. Bon appétit!

Image via Karmen Lu/Facebook

Image via Karmen Lu/Facebook

You can check out more of Karmen Lu's recipes on Instagram and Facebook.

Got a lot of food recommendations? Let us know in our new SAYS Makan Buddies Facebook Group!

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Elak Isteri Meroyan, MTUC Kata Suami Layak Terima Cuti Sebulan Dengan Gaji Penuh

Bagi mengelakkan ibu-ibu mengalami meroyan selepas bersalin, suami sepatutnya diberi cuti sebulan dengan gaji penuh

Cadangan ini telah dibuat oleh Kongres Kesatuan Sekerja Malaysia (MTUC) beberapa hari lalu. MTUC menganggap setiap suami yang bekerja dalam sektor kerajaan dan swasta layak mendapat cuti bersalin selama sebulan dengan bayaran gaji penuh untuk bersama-sama isteri.Setiausaha Agung MTUC, J. Solomon berkata, cuti sedia ada yang diperuntukkan untuk pekerja buat masa kini masih tidak mencukupi.

J. Solomon.
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Menurut sumber, suami atau bapa diberi cuti selama HANYA tujuh hari untuk kakitangan kerajaan

Durasi cuti bagi kakitangan swasta pula bergantung kepada ihsan majikan masing-masing.

“Saya fikir sudah tiba masanya untuk kita teliti paternity leave kerana apa yang kita lihat masa sekarang untuk perkhidmatan awam mereka dapat tujuh hari, kadang-kadang ada negeri dua minggu dan di swasta kalau keutamaan dia bagi lima hari atau kurang, dan ada kebanyakan syarikat swasta tidak beri peluang bapa untuk berada di sisi isteri semasa anak dilahirkan," kata J. Solomon.

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Cadangan itu diketengahkan susulan semakin banyak kes melibatkan pospartum psikosis atau meroyan yang dihadapi ibu-ibu selepas bersalin

Menurutnya lagi, masalah perubahan emosi wanita selepas bersalin akan dapat diatasi sekiranya suami berada di sisi. Suami juga berhak mendapat cuti panjang demi untuk menjaga isteri dan membesarkan anak dengan lebih baik.

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"Kita tidak mahu kejadian seperti yang menimpa golongan ibu selepas bersalin baru-baru ini yang bertindak membunuh bayinya kerana dipercayai akibat Pospartum Psikosis. Janganlah kita biarkan lebih ramai yang meninggal baru kita hendak bertindak sesuatu,” ujar Solomon.

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J. Solomon menyeru kerajaan agar dapat menguatkuasakan cadangan ini bagi memastikan suami atau bapa mendapat cuti sebulan selepas isteri bersalin

"Ketika ini, tiada peruntukan dalam mana-mana akta yang memasukkan cuti bersalin bergaji untuk bapa. Malah, Akta Kerja 1955 juga tidak menyentuh mengenai paternity leave itu.“Jadi kerajaan perlu mewujudkan undang-undang berkaitan demi pembangunan institusi sesebuah keluarga yang lebih sempurna," katanya lagi.

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[PHOTOS] This Singaporean Airline Lets You Enjoy A Cute Pokémon-Themed Flight Experience

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Singaporean airline, Scoot, is partnering with The Pokémon Company in honour of the airline's 10th-year anniversary

In an attempt to make flights more fun and lively for their passengers, Scoot is taking it up a notch with a Pokémon-themed inflight experience! The plane is named the Pikachu Jet TR, and is currently situated over at the Changi Airport. With specifically-designed Pokémon artwork painted across the plane, this airplane journey is sure to have you leaping in joy and cheering for Pikachu if you're a Pokémon fan :D

Just look at how cute the plane exterior is :')

Image via Philippine Star (Facebook)

Adorned with a colourful, vibrant design spanning an array of Pokémon, the Pikachu Jet TR is definitely going to turn heads as it flies over and lands at airports. Depictions of Pokémon can be seen clearly on the fuselage, with the classic Poké Balls pasted on each of the jet's engines.Also, aside from its thematic exterior, there's more going on inside as well.

  @changiairport Scoot over to Tokyo and Seoul in this Pikachu Jet soon!  #tiktoksg #fyp #travel #pokemon  Pokémon BDSP TikTok Remix - Pokémon

Passengers will be able to enjoy Pokémon-themed meals, cups, serviettes, and ambience!

Image via Philippine Star (Facebook)

Image via Philippine Star (Facebook)

Image via Philippine Star (Facebook)

According to 8 DAYS, the plane also has themed music blasting throughout, and what makes it even more interesting is that the Scoot airlines cabin crew will also be in costumes and perform Pokémon-themed activities from dances to games.

There's also Pokémon-themed merch up for grabs!

Image via Philippine Star (Facebook)

Just in case you don't get enough of all the Pokémon fun in the plane ride, you can take home a piece of Pokémon-themed merchandise to commemorate the memorable experience!You can either purchase the products when you're booking the flight, or when you're on the plane itself.

Of course, the best way for you to fully appreciate the Pokémon experience is to try out the flight yourself!

Pokémon Jet TR flights start from 9 September, in accordance to the prepared flight schedules by Scoot which you can refer to below.Based on Scoot's booking website, a one-way ticket from Singapore to Tokyo aboard the Pikachu Jet TR will cost you RM954.77 for the standard economy fare, while the ScootPlus option is fixed at RM2166.97.The plane is available on selected flights between Singapore, Seoul and Tokyo.

Image via Scoot

The Pokémon Jet TR is calling for trainers everywhere to board and experience its splendour!

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Chinese Employees Eat Food Out Of Urinals To Prove Their Toilet Is Clean

We sh*t you not.
In a bid to showcase their pride in impeccable toilet sanitation practices, a Chinese company had employees eat food out of a urinal.

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A clip showing the bizarre practice has gone viral in China, receiving over 800,000 views.

A manager from Tenfu Group in Fujian province is seen placing mochi, or glutinous rice balls, in a urinal

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Not one to lack composure even in the face of possible diarrhoea, she drizzled the dessert with some toppings before tossing it around with her bare hands.  She then uttered these words confidently, "I've tossed it around 20 times now. Let me be the first one to eat it."A person claiming to be a janitor of over 25 years in the company assured, "I often wash the toilets until they don’t smell anymore. If you accidentally dropped your food in the urinal, you can still pick it up and eat it."

Other workers followed suit, even throwing in a table inside the lavatory complete with a few dishes of chicken, vegetables, and soup. It was a full-on, multi-sensory feast.

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Apparently, it is a tradition for employees to get cosy over a meal in the toilet after cleaning.

The manager said they have been doing the practice for 25 years as part of a training programme

"We ask our supervisor staff to clean the toilets as part of a training programme," the deputy general manager said. "We've been doing this training for 25 years."A quarter-century of water closet gourmet. Now that's compelling company culture.

Watch the ritual in action:

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