Why Is There A New Deduction Called 'EIS' In Your Latest Payslip?

If you're an employee, you may have noticed this thing called 'EIS' that appeared on your payslip from January this year

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On top of the EPF (Employee Provident Fund) and SOCSO (Social Security Organisation) deductions, payslips should also display the amount of contribution an individual makes to the Employment Insurance Scheme (EIS) or Sistem Insuran Pekerjaan (SIP) in Malay.The EIS came about after the Employment Insurance System Bill 2017 was passed in the Dewan Rakyat in October 2017, affecting about 6.6 million workers and 430,000 employers in the private sector. All employees in the private sector aged between 18 years to 60 years old must contribute to this scheme, unless they are aged 57 years and above and no contributions has been paid before reaching 57 years.EIS chief Datuk Mohd Sahar Darusman reportedly said earlier this year that the implementation of EIS, which began last month, would see a total collection of RM479.5 million contributed by the workforce in Malaysia.

Here are some questions on EIS, answered, to help you better understand the new policy:

1. How much do I contribute each month?

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Every month, employees need to make a 0.2% contribution of their salary to EIS. On top of 0.2% contribution from employees, employers must also make another 0.2% contribution for their each of their employees into the accumulated fund managed by SOCSO, which is also known as PERKESO (Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial) in its Malay abbreviation. SOCSO has outlined the rate of contribution based on salary range groups in a briefing document.

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For example, if an employee's gross monthly wages is RM2,900 but less than RM3,000, then the EIS contribution would look like this:Employee contribution = RM5.90 Employer contribution = RM5.90Total contribution = RM11.80It is noted that the contributions to EIS is capped at a monthly salary level of RM4,000. This simply means that if a person earns more than RM4,000 a month, the contribution is still fixed at RM7.90.Employers who do not comply with the EIS could be subjected to legal action, including maximum fine of RM10,000 or two years' jail, or both, if found guilty.

2. Why must employees make this contribution?

Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) executive director Datuk Shamsudin Baradan
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Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) executive director Datuk Shamsudin Baradan revealed that about 30,700 people were retrenched as of September 2017, TheSun Daily reported last month. In a step to protect the interest of employees, the government has implemented EIS, following the footsteps of countries such as South Korea and Canada, which have implemented a similar system. Basically, EIS is a job-loss coverage scheme designed to help workers who have lost their jobs by providing them with temporary financial assistance, among others. SOCSO will provide unemployed workers with job search allowance for up to six months based on a scaled amount, but this will only kickstart in 2019.There are also other assistance offered under EIS to help the unemployed to find work such as providing career counselling, job matching and placements, and trainings programmes.It was learned that the government has allocated a total of RM136 million for employees to receive an interim benefit in the year 2018, in the form of a cash allowance of RM600 per month for a maximum of three months.

3. Who will benefit from EIS?

The scheme was established as a social security net to ensure that employees in the private sector would have access to these benefits if they:• lost their job due to retrenchment or redundancy;• accepted VSS/MSS (voluntary/mutual separation scheme)• lost their job due to force majeure (unexpected, unavoidable accident) such as natural disasters, riot, fire, or gas leak incidents • lost their job due to employers who absconded (without following the proper process of separation), became bankrupt, or closed down • lost their job due to business restructuring, automation, or digital and technology• lost their job due to a downsizing exercise• lost their job due to constructive dismissal (forced into resigning by the employer's conduct) or breach of contract by employers• were ordered to perform work beyond normal scope that endangers the safety and health of the employee• resigned due to personal or family threats, or due to sexual harassment on the employeeA person is not qualified if they:• lost their job due to misconduct at work• tendered voluntary resignation • stopped working due to retirement• stopped working due to expiry of fixed term contractThe information above was retrieved from SOCSO's resources.

4. How will EIS affect me?

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak previously said that it will benefit both employers and employees in the long-term."EIS will add to the efficiency of the labour market (in the country) through a better system of matching supply and demand, and lead to increased productivity and competitiveness of the industries," Najib was quoted as saying.However, EIS came under great scrutiny after Shamsudin made an estimation and said that about 50,000 Malaysians will lose their jobs this year due to various factors including the implementation of EIS, whereby employers would have cope with the increase operating costs because they need make a  0.2% contribution based on each worker's base salary.However, the matter was dismissed by Mohd Sahar, who pointed out that retrenchment figures in the country hardly exceeded 40,000 annually for the last 10 to 20 years.

Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) secretary-general J. Solomon
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Meanwhile, the Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) said that it welcomes the government move in implementing EIS but stressed the need for strict regulations so that employers will not use EIS as an easy route to reduce their workforce."We support the EIS but we wanted the EIS not to be abused."With EIS, employers can tell workers, 'I will retrench you because now you can get money from EIS'," said MTUC secretary-general J. Solomon, as reported by The Malaysian Insight.

Watch this video by SOCSO to learn more about EIS:

Do you think the implementation of EIS could be one of the factors that may lead to more people losing their jobs? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.


"Sentiasa Sibuk Bekerja?" - Ini Aplikasi Yang Anda Perlu Ada Untuk Senangkan Rutin Harian

Rutin harian sebagai seorang pekerja memang sangat pack dan sibuk

Kadangkala anda tidak sedar masa berlalu dengan begitu cepat. Oleh sebab itu, anda perlu mempunyai disiplin tentang penggunaan masa yang baik supaya kerja harian anda boleh berjalan dengan lancar betul tak?Tambahan lagi, buat para Muslim, kita juga perlu menunaikan ibadah semasa bekerja. Jadi, di sini kami kongikan satu aplikasi yang memang bermanfaat buat para majikan dan pekerja.

Majikan dan pekerja perlu mempunyai JIWA yang mengikat hati mereka

Tidak dinafikan sebagai seorang Muslim, selain menunaikan ibadah fardhu, kita juga digalakkan untuk mengikut suruhan dan perintah Allah SWT seperti mengikat jiwa dengan Al-Quran. Dengan itu, sesebuah organisasi barulah boleh berjaya dan cemerlang lantas mendapat keberkatan daripada Allah SWT. Al-Quran merupakan pedoman hidup kita sehingga akhir hayat. Barangsiapa yang mengamalkannya, sudah tentu akan diberikan kemudahan dan ganjaran suatu hari nanti. Kalau nak senang, gunalah Aplikasi Waktu Solat Malaysia!

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Aplikasi Waktu Solat Malaysia lengkap dengan pelbagai fungsi!

Aplikasi Waktu Solat Malaysia merupakan aplikasi mesra pengguna khusus buat para Muslim. Anda boleh mengakses menu Halaqah, Tanyalah Ustaz, Nur, Media, Al-Quran, Wuduk, Wirid dan Zikir, Doa dan cara melaksanakan ibadah solat dengan sempurna. Aplikasi Waktu Solat Malaysia ini juga mempunyai kompas digital magnetik untuk memudahkan pengguna mencari arah kiblat dengan tetapan getaran apabila telefon bimbit menghala ke arah yang tepat.

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Jom muat turun Waktu Solat Malaysia secara PERCUMA supaya kita dapat jadikan Al-Quran sebagai pengikat JIWA antara majikan dan pekerja!


Popular Travel Agency Konsortium Express Shuts Down In Singapore After Financial Crisis

Earlier today, Konsortium Express & Tour, a Singapore travel agency specialising in coach trips to Malaysia, announced that they will no longer be in service with immediate effect

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While apologising for the sudden closure, Konsortium Express said that the affected passengers can claim travel insurance or can go to the small claims tribunal for a refund

"For those who have recently purchased tickets from the company, we advise you to contact the company directly at +65 6392 3911 or Consumers Association of Singapore at +65 6100 0315 to seek compensation or further enquiries," read the notice."We are deeply apologetic for the sudden closure and we seek your forgiveness."

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The sudden closure, caused due to financial problems, has affected many passengers wanting to travel to Malaysia

According to a report in Channel 8 News Singapore, many local agencies have reached out to help affected travellers and hopefully reduce their losses.In a separate report, the Straits Times reported that the Express and Excursion Bus Association said its member companies will provide free trips to those who bought tickets directly with Konsortium to travel to Malaysia from now till 1 March.

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Update (26 February): It was previously reported that Malaysian-owned Konsortium Bas Ekspres Semenanjung (KBES) is the coach company for the Konsortium Express & Tour agency in Singapore. However, KBES has no association nor partnership with the agency. We apologise for the misleading information.


Dr Noor Hisham Says No Cured Patients Reinfected With COVID-19 In Malaysia So Far

Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that as of today, 28 April, there have been no cases of cured patients reinfected with COVID-19 in Malaysia

During the press conference announcing the daily COVID-19 updates, he announced that a total of 4,032 patients have been discharged from hospitals since the disease was first identified in the country.

Within the past 24 hours, 75 patients have fully recovered.

He assured that the Ministry of Health is currently monitoring recovered patients closely. So far, there have been no new positive cases among those who have been discharged from hospitals.

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There are 31 new cases of COVID-19 in the country

This brings the number of cases in Malaysia to a total of 5,851 but only 1,719 out of the total are active cases.

The Ministry of Health's official Twitter account noted that the amount of active cases has been decreasing at a stable rate throughout the Movement Control Order (MCO).

Dengan peningkatan kes pulih daripada #COVID19, ini menjadikan jumlah aktif makin menurun sepanjang PKP Fasa 3 sekali gus berjaya meratakan lengkung (flattening of the curve)  dan negara kini memasuki fasa pemulihan. #StayHome #KitaJagaKita pic.twitter.com/4BpDjZVIKF— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) April 28, 2020

The latest patient to die of the novel coronavirus in Malaysia had a history of diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke

According to MOH, the patient was a 67-year-old man who was being treated at Sungai Buloh Hospital.Malaysia's COVID-19 death toll has now hit 100.On the other hand, there are currently 36 patients receiving treatment in Intensive Care Units, with 17 of them requiring breathing assistance.

Terkini #COVID19  28 April. Satu kes kematian baharu dilapor dalam tempoh 24 jam menjadikan keseluruhan kes 100 kematian. Takziah kepada keluarga pesakit. pic.twitter.com/U7dMwOJTXW— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) April 28, 2020

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Gombak Just Got Its First Beginner-Friendly Neighbourhood Skate Park & It's Adorable

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Recently, Taman Sri Gombak wrapped up construction on its local park, revealing an adorable skate park that is currently open for public use

The public park underwent remodelling a few months ago, and recently reopened towards the end of February, welcoming skaters from all around.The park that had been around for over 10 years has now been redesigned into an interesting and challenging skate park, featuring ramps, flat rails, and platforms, which also satisfies intermediate skaters who enjoy practising tricks.However, beginners are not to feel intimidated as the park also has its fair share of flat ground to practise cruising.

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Centered around a tree, skate park designer Fariq bin Mohamed Esa, who goes by Ed, aimed for a sustainable and green concept

In a conversation with SAYS, Ed mentioned that the triangular layout of the park was designed while keeping in mind the huge tree that has been there since before the construction began.He believes that the unique shape and innovative concept of the park differentiates this park from the others that he has designed.At the peak of his skating career, Ed was competing internationally as a professional aggressive inline skater, and has since had a hand in designing several skate venues in Malaysia, including the Converse Kajang Skatepark, the National Stadium Bukit Jalil Skatepark, the Bagan Datuk Sports Complex in Perak, and the Sibu Active Youth space in Sarawak.The 40-year-old skate park designer, who now doubles as an event organiser, worked closely with the Selayang city council throughout the construction of the Gombak skate park, and received financial aid from the Ministry of Youth and Sports."This skate park is open to all sorts of sports including, skateboarding, rollerblading, BMX, and scooter riders. Everyone is encouraged to wear safety gear and enjoy the facility. Designing this park was definitely challenging as I had to keep in mind the already existent layout, while utilising the limited space. All in all, this park was definitely a worthwhile experience," Ed told SAYS.

Local aggressive inline skater, Fariq bin Mohamed Esa, who goes by Ed.
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Do keep in mind, that although the park may be open, the Selayang city council is still in the midst of completing the landscape work around the park

Currently, the park is awaiting landscaping work to be done by the city council to further enhance its green concept.It's also worth noting that rain water has began collecting at the base of the huge tree at the centre of the park, contributing to a rise of mosquitoes in the area.Local skaters who frequent the skate park told SAYS that they hope the city council would quickly complete the landscaping work, and do something about the stagnant rain water.

From left to right: Local skateboarders Harris, Fahmi, and Aizat at the Gombak skate park.
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How Teoh Cheng Cheng's Secret Conversion And Funeral Raid Are Affecting Her Family

Teoh Cheng Cheng Finally Given A Taoist Send-Off

Family members paying their last respects to Teoh Cheng Cheng at the Batu Gantung crematorium today.
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After four days of drama over her religious status, Teoh Cheng Cheng was finally given a Taoist funeral when her remains were cremated at the Batu Gantung Crematorium this evening.

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The funeral took place some three hours after the Penang Shariah High Court declared her a non-Muslim. Cheng Cheng's four children, aged between 10 and 17, dressed in white, kneeled before her coffin as a Taoist priest conducted the final rites.

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Her mother Tan Mah Suan, 64, broke down and had to be held by family members. She later told reporters that she is at ease now. "Thank you all for helping us," Tan said. She also thanked all the elected reps who aided her family in getting Cheng Cheng's remains back and giving her a Taoist send off.

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Her Muslim boyfriend Yazman Ayob was also present, wearing a face mask and sunglasses. He stood together with the family’s lawyers Ramkarpal Singh Deo and S. Raveentharan during the ceremony. Yazman, who had been avoiding the media, shook his head when approached. He only said he felt "sorry for them (the family)" and that "it was unfair".

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12 June: Syariah Court Rules Deceased Chinese Woman Is Not A Muslim

Penang Apologises To Family Of Teoh Cheng Cheng For Rudely Interrupting Funeral
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The Penang Syariah High Court has ruled that Teoh Cheng Cheng is not a Muslim. Judge Zaim Mohd Yudim said she was not a Muslim at her time of death on June 7 as there were discrepancies in the date of her application for conversion in 1997.

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He also allowed Teoh’s family to claim her body and to perform funeral rites in accordance with their religious beliefs.

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He said the date recorded in the Penang Islamic Religious Affairs Department log book, where details of converts were recorded, differed from the dates in the conversion application forms. He also said testimony from witnesses, including Teoh's boyfriend and daughter, showed the deceased performed her prayers according to Buddhist rites.

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He noted the daughter had told the court she was brought up as a Buddhist by the deceased adding that pictures of the residence tendered as evidence showed altars outside and inside the unit. "The court finds that Teoh Cheng Cheng or Nora Teoh Abdullah is not a Muslim at the time of her death," he said in his ruling and ordered the body be returned to the family for the last rites.

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Penang Apologises To Family Of Teoh Cheng Cheng For Rudely Interrupting Funeral

Syariah Court Rules Deceased Chinese Woman Is Not A Muslim
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Penang religious exco Datuk Abdul Malik Abul Kassim today apologised for the manner in which the remains of a "Muslim convert" was taken from her family by state religious department officers on the day of her funeral.

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"On behalf of JHEAIPP, we apologise to the family over the action taken by the department, which was deemed insensitive to the customs and feelings of her family, especially during such a difficult time. "We should had been more considerate of their feelings, namely Teoh's mother, Tan Mah Suan," he said after a state exco meeting in Komtar.

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11 June: Family Of Deceased Chinese Woman Now Challenges JAIP Against Islamic Funeral

Tan Mah Suan and her sons were unhappy with the way Teoh Cheng Cheng's body was taken away yesterday, June 10, 2014.
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The teenage daughter of a Chinese woman, whose body was snatched by the state religious affairs department two days ago, has filed an application at the Penang Shariah High Court to challenge her mother's Muslim status.

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Medelyn Teoh, who filed the application through Syarie lawyer Wan Faridulhadi Mohd Yusoff yesterday, claimed that her mother, Teoh Cheng Cheng, had never performed the sya'adah (proclamation of the Muslim faith) and therefore, never embraced Islam. She also did not receive the supposed religion conversion certificate from the department.

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It was initially said that the family had accepted that she would be given a Muslim burial when they consented to let the Penang Islamic Religious Department (Jaipp) take away her body yesterday. Today, however, the family said they wanted her body back to proceed with a Taoist funeral for her and sought help from the state government.

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Jaipp should have claimed Teoh’s body on Saturday instead of waiting for the final day of the wake, she said. “We spent close to RM20,000 on the wake and funeral arrangements and we also bought a niche for her ashes to rest so it is really uncalled for them to come and take her away in such a manner and even to insult us by telling us the Muslim burial will cost us nothing,” Teoh’s mother Tan Mah Suan said.

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The Penang state government has offered legal assistance to the late Teoh Cheng Cheng’s family in the dispute over her religious status and how her funeral rites should be conducted. “The legal team representing her will comprise of Gobind Singh Deo, Ramkarpal Singh Deo and S.Raveentharan and they will prepare the legal documents to be filed in the Penang High Court tomorrow,” Pengkalan Kota state assemblyman Lau Keng Ee added.

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The mother of alleged Muslim convert Teoh Cheng Cheng, who died at her apartment in Macallum Street here on Saturday, is worried about the religious status of Teoh’s four children. Tan Mah Suan, 64, said Teoh’s children were aged between 17 and 10. “Will the religious department (Penang Islamic Religious Affairs Department or Jaipp) take them away as well?

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Meanwhile, the deceased's cousin Teoh Chew Choo said it is also the wish of Cheng Cheng's boyfriend, who is a Muslim, that she be allowed a Taoist funeral. "It was his decision. We need to respect her boyfriend's decision too," he told The Malaysian Insider over the phone.

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10 June: The Penang Islamic Religious Authorities (JAIP) Intervened In A Chinese Funeral And Took Away The Body Of The Deceased On 9 June 2014

The Penang Islamic Religious Authorities (JAIP) Intervened In A Chinese Funeral And Took Away The Body Of The Deceased On 9 June 2014
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Even before the dust has settled on Islamic authorities stopping a Hindu wedding in Selangor, the Penang Islamic Religious Department (Jaip) intervened in the Chinese funeral of a 38-year-old waitress today, after it was claimed she converted to Islam 17 years ago.

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Her body was kept to the Penang Hospital mortuary pending further developments.

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Police Stopped The Funeral Ceremony Of 38-Year-Old Teoh Cheng Cheng And JAIP Officer Later Arrived To Talk To The Family

Ch’ng said Teoh died last Friday and the family had organised the Taoist rites then and planned to cremate her today, but the state Islamic religious department filed a police report earlier today to state the 38-year-old should be buried as a Muslim.

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Ch'ng said the police stopped the funeral ceremony and it was fortunate that the Jaip officer arrived later to settle the matter amicably.

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JAIP Revealed To The Stunned Family That Teoh Had Converted To Islam 17 Years Ago And Must Be Buried According To  Islamic Funeral Practices

Teoh Had Converted To Islam 17 Years Ago And Must Be Buried According To  Islamic Funeral Practices
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Officers from the state Islamic religious department then turned up and informed the family that the woman who was to be cremated was actually Muslim and should be buried according to Islamic funeral practices.

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“They told her mother Tan Mah Suan that her daughter was a Muslim under the name Nora Teoh Abdullah,” said Ch’ng Chin Keat, personal assistant to Pengkalan Kota state assemblyman Lau Keng Ee.

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Teoh, Whose Muslim Name Is Nora Teoh Abdullah, Has A Malay Boyfriend And Two Children

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Teoh, 38, a waitress who reportedly committed suicide on Saturday after a quarrel with her partner, has three children aged 10 to 17.

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He said the Islamic religious department revealed Teoh had secretly converted to Islam when she was 20 without telling her family members because her boyfriend then was a Muslim.

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JAIP Showed The Family Documents Verifying Teoh's Conversion To Islam

The family was shown documents pertaining to Teoh’s conversion Islam, noted Ch'ng.

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“The family was confused and shocked in the beginning because they didn’t know she had converted,” he told The Malay Mail Online.

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Teoh's Family Were Unhappy With Not Being Able To Perform Her Funeral Rites, And Were Also Upset About Her Secret Conversion

Teoh, Whose Muslim Name Is Nora Teoh Abdullah, Has A Malay Boyfriend And Two Children
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Ch'ng said the family was unhappy at not being able to carry out Teoh's funeral rites, and they were also upset they did not know about her conversion to Islam.

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"She did not tell her family about her conversion. She has applied for a new identity card but did not get it yet. The old IC is still with her Chinese name," Ch'ng said when contacted.

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After Two Hours Of Discussions, They Accepted The Situation And Allowed JAIP To Take Teoh's Coffin Away

After almost two hours of discussions, Teoh’s family finally accepted that she had converted to Islam and allowed the religious affairs department officers to take her body.

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The department officers took the coffin, covered in a Taoist customs coffin cover, away in the department’s van at about 4pm.

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The Family Will Allow Teoh To Be Buried At A Muslim Cemetery Following Muslim Rites

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"After discussions with the Jaip officer, the family accepted the situation, and allowed the body to be taken to the mortuary," Ch'ng said.

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Teoh’s body was taken to the Penang Hospital mortuary first for Muslim rites to be performed before burial. “She will be buried today at a Muslim cemetery as per Muslim rites and her family is allowed to attend all the procedures and rites,” he said.

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On whether the family would pursue legal action to claim the body back, Ch'ng said this may not happen as "they want her to be in peace".

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State Executive Councillor For Islamic Religion Affairs Datuk Abdul Malik Says JAIP Had Confirmed Teoh's Conversion Before Taking Action

State Executive Councillor For Islamic Religion Affairs Datuk Abdul Malik Says JAIP Had Confirmed Teoh's Conversion Before Intervening In The Funeral
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When contacted, state executive councillor for Islamic religious affairs Datuk Abdul Malik Abul Kassim said the department had confirmed Teoh’s conversion before taking action.

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The state executive councillor in charge of Islamic affairs, Abdul Malik Kassim, said the matter with Teoh’s family, leading to the removal of the body, was "settled amicably".

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Malik denied that the body was "seized" by the Jaip officers.
"If the family wants to take the matter to court, or settle it legally, they are at liberty to do so. It depends on the family," he told Malaysiakini.

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Unhappy With The Way JAIP Seized Teoh's Body, The Family Is Now Mulling Legal Action

The family of Teoh Cheng Cheng, whose body was seized by Penang Islamic Affairs Department (Jaipp) yesterday, wants to take legal action. It is learnt that Teoh's mother, Tan Mah Suan, and her two sons were in Komtar today to seek legal advice from state executive councillor and Dato Keramat assemblyman Jagdeep Singh.

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The family is unhappy with the manner in which Jaipp seized Teoh's body, which was laid in a coffin, and brought it back to the hospital mortuary. It is learnt that the family had spent about RM20,000 for Teoh's funeral.

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Kerana 'Cincin Anu' Tersangkut, Lelaki Ini Derita 12 Jam & Terpaksa Minta Bantuan Bomba

Seorang lelaki dalam linkungan 20-an terpaksa menahan sakit selama hampir 12 jam setelah ‘cincin’ logam yang digunakan pada kemaluannya, tersekat dan tidak boleh ditanggalkan

Kejadian berlaku pada jam 8 malam Sabtu lalu. Dipercayai mangsa menggunakan ‘cincin’ berkenaan untuk meningkatkan keupayaan seksualnya ketika melakukan hubungan seks.Namun malang tidak berbau apabila kemaluannya bengkak selepas cincin berkenaan tersekat, tidak boleh ditanggalkan, lalu terpaksa dihantar ke hospital yang kemudian meminta bantuan bomba.

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Menurut Komander Operasi Bomba Jalan Perak, Mohd Asrul Naim Abidin, pihaknya menerima panggilan daripada Hospital Pulau Pinang (HPP) pada 10.50 pagi semalam

“Anggota bomba mengambil masa 10 minit untuk memotong cincin berkenaan,” katanya ketika ditemui di HPP semalam.

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Katanya mangsa sudah menggunakan pelbagai cara untuk mengeluarkan cincin berkenaan, namun gagal.Dia menggunakan pelbagai cara untuk menanggalkannya termasuk sabun, minyak dan bahan lain, namun tetap tidak berjaya.Dia kemudian ke hospital untuk mendapatkan bantuan bagi mengeluarkan cincin berkenaan kemudian pihak hospital meminta bantuan bomba bagi memotong cincin itu

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Menurut laporan The Reporter sebelum ini, sebanyak 80% atau 32 daripada 40 kes telah dilaporkan dalam tempoh tiga tahun membabitkan khidmat bantuan pemotongan cincin pada kemaluan lelaki

Statistik itu dikeluarkan oleh Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Kuala Lumpur.Meskipun perbuatan menyarung cincin pada kemaluan bagi tujuan seks boleh mengundang padah, namun masih ramai lelaki Malaysia yang melakukannya. Manakala, baki 20% atau lapan kes sahaja yang direkod membabitkan pemotongan cincin pada jari di tangan.

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Menurut Ketua Pusat Gerakan Operasi Bomba Kuala Lumpur, Samsol Maarif Saibani, pelbagai jenis cincin yang digunakan termasuk jenis besi, logam dan aluminium menyebabkan pihaknya mengalami kesukaran untuk memotong cincin tersebut.

"Teknik pemotongan menjadi lebih sukar apabila cincin yang tebal dan keras itu disarungkan pada kemaluan lelaki berikutan keadaan struktur zakar itu tidak bertulang berbanding jari di tangan. "Rata-rata mangsa mementingkan keseronokan diri tanpa memikirkan kesakitan yang bakal ditimpa khususnya ketika kerja-kerja pemotongan cincin itu dilakukan di mana mereka perlu menahan kesakitan berjam-jam," katanya.

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[VIDEO] “Dasar Pemalas” - Cara Kucing Minum Air Sambil Baring Ini Buat Ramai Terhibur

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Jika ditanya apakah haiwan kegemaran kalian, pasti kebanyakan jawapannya adalah kucing bukan?

Si bulus sememangnya sangat comel, mudah dijaga dan gelagatnya sering menjadi sumber tawa manusia.Begitu juga dengan satu video yang tular baru-baru ini memaparkan seekor kucing mencedok air menggunakan kaki telah mendapat perhatian netizen.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @ziey_hann   El Gato - una fan de kyoko normal

Malas sangat sampai nak minum air pun tak larat

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @ziey_hann di TikTok, kelihatan seekor kucing sedang berbaring sambil kepalanya diletakkan di atas bekas makanan dan minuman kucing.Apa yang membuatkan netizen terhibur adalah apabila kucing tersebut mencedok air di dalam bekas minuman itu menggunakan kakinya untuk minum. Cara si bulus itu minum air telah meraih perhatian ramai kerana itu bukanlah cara yang normal.

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“Bila kau kena sahur tapi malas nak bangun dari tilam” - Netizen

Ekoran tularnya video tersebut yang kini meraih sehingga 466.5K tontonan, 82.8K tanda suka dan 1.9K komen di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gaya si bulus itu minum air.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Apalah yang dia buat sampai penat sangat tu :D

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Need To Make An Online Transfer? You Could Win RM100,000 By Transferring RM10 Via DuitNow

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In this digital age, cashless payments are SO convenient :D

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It especially comes in handy when your wallet is devoid of banknotes, but then you realise online transactions are now commonplace in Malaysia. Tedious and time-consuming tasks such as paying the bills are now easily done within 5 minutes, thanks to the many digital platforms out there. With DuitNow as a reliable platform to conduct online transactions from one party to another, you can send money instantly on a 24/7 basis to mobile numbers, NRIC numbers or business registration numbers.

Forget asking, 'What's your bank account number ah?' All you need is the recipient's phone number to make a transfer - it's that simple!

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Instead of painstakingly having to key in a lengthy bank account number every time you wish to make a transaction, you can use the receiver's phone number that is tied to their bank account. As a sender, you don't require registration to send money, however you do need to perform a one-time registration in order to receive. This can be done in 3 simple steps: 1. To find DuitNow, open your chosen Mobile and Internet Banking app (click here to find out if your bank is a participating payment provider of DuitNow) and log in2.  Look for DuitNow under the ‘Funds Transfer’ or ‘Send Money’ menu3. Link your ID (e.g. mobile number, NRIC number) with your bank accounts or e-money accounts via a one-time registration with DuitNow Once you've done that, anyone who wants to send you cash can easily do so with just your phone number. So easy!

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Since it is absolutely free to send up to RM5,000 per transfer using DuitNow, you won't have to worry about additional costs for every transfer. It's also possible for you to have multiple DuitNow IDs, though only one ID can be registered to one bank account. Also, rest assured that the most anyone can do with your DuitNow ID is to direct payments to it; they will not be able to access your bank account. That's what makes DuitNow so secure!

Regardless of whether you're a tech-savvy person or not, DuitNow is designed to simplify the online transfer process

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Consider this: the next time you want to #sapotlokal online by purchasing their wares, you can easily make the transfer via DuitNow. Once you have their DuitNow ID, you can make transactions to your favourite local business seamlessly!Or, if you'd like to help out your parents with the house bills and groceries, all you would require is their phone numbers, which are definitely numbers you have memorised! You can easily treat your parents and send money to their DuitNow ID instantly.

Putting convenience aside, #DahDuitNowKe gives you an opportunity to win yourself some cash prizes by just transferring funds as low as RM10!

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Yes, only RM10! This is DuitNow's way of rewarding customers who transact with DuitNow and newly registered customers as well. Here are the prizes up for grabs:- Monthly Prize (3x winners per month) – iPhone 12 (512GB) or iPhone 12 Pro* (512GB)- Grand Prize (1 winner per month) – RM100,000 * The iPhone 12 Pro (512GB) model is subject to the actual launch date in Malaysia and may or may not be available during winner selection. In the event the launch date is delayed, winners are entitled to win the iPhone 12 (512GB).

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FYI, it's the final month to win prizes so make all your DuitNow transactions before 31 January 2021!

Here's your chance to receive a windfall of cash simply by conducting online transactions via DuitNow! Find out more about #DahDuitNowKe over at their website.

Read more about going cashless here:

                I Taught My Non-Tech Savvy Parent How To Go Cashless For A Week. Here’s What Happened

No banknotes or coins for a week? This should be interesting.

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Suami Datang Hantar Banyak Makanan, Isteri Kongsi Video Wad Pesakit Dah Jadi Macam Kenduri

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Selalunya, kita akan hilang selera makan apabila dimasukkan ke hospital kerana badan berada dalam keadaan yang tidak sihat

Hanya ahli keluarga yang datang melawat saja boleh membawa makanan yang kita teringin nak makan. Sekurang-kurangnya, dapatlah bantu untuk membuka selera.Namun, lain pula dengan situasi wanita ini apabila suaminya datang membawa macam-macam makanan ke dalam wadnya telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @rajanurul123 suamiku misali...hari ke 14 dlm wad..ngam 2 minggu wehhh...  Comedy Scenes - Comical, stupid, silly, loose, comical, farce(1295330) - Ponetto

Bawa banyak makanan macam kenduri, terpaksa ajak pesakit lain join makan sekali

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @rajanurul123, kelihatan suami wanita itu datang melawatnya sambil membawa bungkusan makanan.Namun, apa yang mengejutkan adalah apabila suaminya membawa pelbagai juadah seperti nasi berlauk, kuih-muih, buah-buahan dan macam-macam lagi sehingga si isteri tidak terkata melihat kuantiti makanan yang banyak itu.Menurut wanita itu, suaminya mahu dia makan puas-puas sebelum menjalani pembedahan kerana risau si isteri teringin nanti. Disebabkan makanan yang terlalu banyak, akhirnya dia mengajak pesakit lain dalam wad itu serta jururawat untuk makan sekali.

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"Hahaha dia buat buffet weh, semoga dipermudahkan urusan dan kesembuhan sis" - Netizen

Ikutan tularnya video itu yang kini telah meraih 899K tontonan, 69.1K tanda suka serta 4K komen di laman TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat suaminya itu.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Free Rides For Everyone On All RapidKL Services For One Month Starting Today

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This morning, 16 June, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced that Malaysians will enjoy FREE RapidKL services starting today

This serves as good news for those who use public transportation. According to New Straits Times, the free services include: Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), Light Rail Transit (LRT), Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), monorail, and RapidKL buses.Ismail also announced that the Klang Valley KTM Commuter service will also be free for a month starting today."With all these subsidies, we provided RM155 million in all to give these free services. I hope this will help the people,” he said, reported Malay Mail.

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Meanwhile, the first phase of the new MRT Putrajaya Line is now fully operational from 3pm today

Commuters can now hop on the new line which comprises of 12 stations between Kwasa Damansara and Kampung Batu.There are nine new stations included in this line, which are Damansara Damai, Sri Damansara Barat, Sri Damansara Sentral, Sri Damansara Timur, Metro Prima, Kepong Baru, Jinjang, Sri Delima, and Kampung Batu.

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Other than the nine new stations, there are three stations that would remain in the new line

The three remaining stations are Kwasa Damansara, Kampung Selamat, and Sungai Buloh.Phase 2, from Kampung Batu to Putrajaya, will be open to the public in January 2023.Enjoy free rides for the month and do explore the new line!

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"Sir, You Want Cheese Spread?"

According to a report by Harian Metro, some spas near the capital Kuala Lumpur were offering customers the option of being smeared with cream cheese

Dodgy Malaysian "spas" are dispensing with the massage oil in favour of cream cheese in a kinky new offering in the country's bustling erotic massage industry, a report said.

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The weekend edition of the Malay-language Harian Metro said reporters from the tabloid discovered that some spas near the capital Kuala Lumpur were offering customers the option of being smeared with cream cheese.

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The cheese is then licked from the customer’s body by their scantily-clad “masseuse”, usually a likely sex worker from China, Indonesia or Vietnam, the paper said Sunday in what it billed as an investigative report on the sex industry.

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Sexually-arousing, the erotic massage at one centre in Serdang visited by the paper's probe team, is provided by scantily-dressed women from China, Vietnam and Indonesia.
Ahead of the urut keju, the customer picks his preferred masseuse, who will bathe him till he is squeaky clean before she applies the cheese.

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The paper found most of the customers are those aged 35 to 50, who pay the joint RM185 for the massage, inclusive of a "welcome" drink of orange juice and a glass of Chinese tea after it's all over.
The tabloid's undercover reporter said he had to wait for two hours to have a masseuse attend to him, as the weekend, the only time the service is provided, had drawn a packed crowd to the joint.

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Prostitution is illegal in Malaysia, a predominantly Muslim country, where conservative attitudes toward sex prevail

But the country’s media regularly portray a thriving sex industry involving prostitutes from China, Vietnam, Thailand and other less-developed countries in the region, and often disguised as massage operations.

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In a follow-up report on Monday, Harian Metro quoted an official in the Kuala Lumpur suburb Subang Jaya, where a spa was reportedly offering  cheese licking, as saying massage parlours would face stern action if found to be offering "irresponsible activities''.

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The masseuse is given RM70 for every urut keju they give aside from RM1,200 basic monthly salary

Asked if she finds it repugnant to lick the customer's cheese spread body, the Indonesian woman, who gave her name as Laika and had worked there for about a year, said: "It felt disgusting at first, but I have got used to it."

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Subang Stray Cat Gets Its Own Tiny 'Kampung' Home And I'm Losing It

A very small house on stilts was recently spotted under a tree in Subang Jaya

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Is it for a tiny human? No, it's for a cat. A stray cat, y'all.

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In what appears to be the SS18 area, Pamella Lim posted a video yesterday, 15 August, of a black and white cat grooming itself in its tiny 'kampung' house, with a roof and multiple windows.

"Never a dull day in Subang Jaya," reads her caption.

The small home even has its own address scribbled on one of the 'walls'...

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... which some said makes it easier for the furry home owner to receive 'parcels' or wet food deliveries. Obviously.

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Orang Subang Jaya ada gaya. Kucing Subang Jaya ada gaya too, okay?

Watch the video here:

  @pamellalah Never a dull day in #subangjaya  Banana (feat. Shaggy) [DJ FLe - Minisiren Remix] - Conkarah


Feast On Warm Tacos & Gooey Melted Cheese Fries At This Mexican Eatery In Damansara Uptown

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Nestled just around the corner of the busy avenue that is Damansara Uptown comes a Mexican-fusion eatery that's hot on everyone's lips

Scout's Cantina has been making a name for itself, despite running operations for about a month now. With bright neon lights that illuminate the exterior of the establishment, we couldn't help but pay a visit and see what the fuss is all about.

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Occupying a two-story lot in Uptown 5, its strategic location is hard to miss, located in a building that stands at the heart of Uptown.Stepping into the eatery, we were blown away by the aesthetic Spanish accents that brightened up every inch of the café. From the stairs to their countertops, and even flooring, the use of authentic Talavera ceramic tiles added a splash of colour without overwhelming its stylistic appeal.With accents of greenery splattered across the first floor in the form of potted plants, their ceiling-high windows make for a radiant surrounding that captivates a wide and diverse lunch crowd. A keen feature that didn't go unnoticed by this SAYS writer would have to be the plastering of classic Malaysian movie posters across the walls of the dining area, adding a touch of local culture to this seemingly Latin-rich ensemble.

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As for the second floor of Scout's, the decorative accents remain rather simple and uncluttered. Nonetheless, everything remained clean and concise, with a nice view overlooking the balcony. Overall, Scout's Cantina has an 80 pax capacity for those looking to indulge with big groups for a day on the town.

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Totally famished, it was time for us to see if the grandiose environment could match the sensibility of the food that was splattered all over our social media feeds.

Serving some of their most popular items, we were immediately transfixed by the modesty of each dish, projecting a rather homey and comforting vibe

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Opening with one of the best items on the menu, the O.G Disco Fries (RM16) was nothing short of sensational. Coated in melted cheese with a dash of parsley for colour, this bowl of gooey goodness practically sent us to heaven and back. One not to miss for prospective customers, we'd be certain that this item would get anyone pumped up for their meal to be served (that is, except those who are lactose intolerant).We then followed with one of two tacos that were to come. The 'Goth' Taco (RM16) was a carefully crafted addition to the menu at Scout's for the vegetarian crowd. Consisting of their special charcoal tortilla, their contents of pulled mushroom, corn salsa, and garlic aioli were undeniably generous. Nothing particular to scream about, the dish overall was a good attempt at a vegetarian taco. Nonetheless, the quantity of ingredients would fill the rumbling stomachs of even the heaviest eater.For those looking after their diet, a vegan option is also available should you prefer that instead.

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Though ironically served to us on a plate, the Pulled Beef Burrito Bowl (RM20) added a touch of colour to the eye. Splattered with a variety of accompanying elements, the dish essentially consists of spiced rice and pulled beef, with sides of corn salsa, beans, pickled cabbage, and garlic aioli.All in all, the visual appeal of the dish didn't necessarily translate in palette. Though the pulled beef was spicy and tender, its complementing elements lacked the texture and relish to pull us in for another plate. However, the spiced rice itself added a good kick for those looking to sooth their spice craving.A house favourite and all-round killer of the pack, our expectations were set high for the Stoner Burrito (RM20). Consisting of a wrap with fries, cheese, spiced chicken, corn salsa, cabbage, pickles, sriracha, and garlic aioli, this dish was spectacular from start to finish. Sinking your teeth into its warm toasty exterior, your hands will get messy from the oozing cheese and steaming hot chicken pieces. Not overwhelming the wrap in sauces, one mouthful of the burrito had us swooning for more until there was literally nothing left on the plate. As for those who wonder about the size of this item, the burrito is about the size of a fist.

A bite into the contents of the burrito.
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While we oscillated between scrumptious dishes and those worthy of improvement, one taco superseded the entire pack when it came to heartiness

The Baja Fish Taco (RM16) seemed to encapsulate the entire spirit which Scout's Cantina is built on. Self-explanatory in title, the taco itself consists of a crispy fried fish, accompanied by cabbage, corn salsa, and garlic aioli. One bite into this taco transported us to the island of Ensenada on Cedros Island, packing a punch in savoury satisfaction that's worthy of a second (and even a third) order.Gathering ourselves, the light sear on the fish left it crunchy enough to comfort our taste buds without it bursting in oil and air. The combination of sauces sang a harmonious tune for richness without submerging the meat entirely. A 10 out of 10, this is one item one sheerly cannot miss out.

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Concluding our review, there's undeniable potential for the future of Scout's, though a few servings highlight their novelty as a newbie in the F&B industry

Despite one or two outstanding dishes, a remainder few do stick out for their lack of overall presentation. Nevertheless, balancing out the entire session would definitely have us visiting Scout's Cantina again in time, with a little more time and experience under their belt to master elements that are currently lacking.Beyond just the mix of Spanish and Mexican dishes, Scout's also serves an array of desserts that can be viewed on their counter, including brownies and Danish pastries. Coffee addicts can also head on over to the café for a hot mocha latte or even a chilled chocolate drink.Having housed a soft launch, they are officially opening the full range of their eatery as of this month, September! Steadily progressing and only getting better with time, we can't wait to see where Scout's will head when it comes to polishing corners, both in aesthetic appeal and flavoursome sensation.

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Here's where you can find Scout's Cantina:

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AddressUptown 5, 101C, Tower C, Jalan SS 21/39, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.Operating hours12pm-9pm (Tuesday to Thursday).12pm-10pm (Friday to Sunday).Closed on Monday.Instagram | BeepIt

If you want to watch horses saunter around as you eat, this café in Putrajaya may be just the place:

                Watch Horses Gallop By While Enjoying Breakfast At This Open-Air Café In Putrajaya

Clearly, the horses are the mane event.

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This café has a variety of sweet waffles that'll warm you up on any cosy day:

                Feast On Luscious Mentaiko Eggs Benedict And Warm Waffles At This Snazzy Mont Kiara Cafe

Expanding their illustrious menu, we got to try some delicious items that'll be hitting the café tomorrow!

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Bhuddist Temple In Indonesia Bombed And Left With A Note

Small bomb goes off at Buddhist temple in Indonesian capital

Onlookers gather outside the Ekayana Grha Buddhist temple where a bomb went off on Sunday in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Armed police secure the compound of Ekayana Buddhist Centre in Jakarta early dawn of August 5, 2013 after an explosive device went off at the Buddhist temple late August 4, 2013. AFP
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A low-powered explosive detonated at a Buddhist temple in Indonesia’s capital as devotees inside were praying.

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The blast went off near the front door of the building, slightly damaging the structure, chief of National Police Detective Lt. Gen. Sutarman told reporters at the scene.

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The incident occurred days ahead of festivities planned to celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Indonesia is the world's most populous Muslim nation, and most people practice a moderate form of the religion.

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The temple, one of the biggest in Jakarta, said it hoped the blasts would “not cause any unrest in the religious community.”

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Three persons injured while two other bomb failed to go off

Three persons have been injured in an attack reportedly linked to growing anti-Buddhist sentiment among Indonesian terrorists over the treatment of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, an anti-terrorism source said.

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Two other devices failed to go off.

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The bombs were apparently placed outside the building, and the blast caused minimal damage. Police were investigating and continuing to sweep the area, said Sutarman, who uses only one name like many Indonesians.

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Neither police nor the centre said who may have been behind the blasts.

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Police questioning 8 in connection with the blast

Security cameras at the Ekayana Buddhist Center captured footage of an unidentified man dropping off two packages containing low-grade bombs moments before Sunday night’s explosion, a head monk at the West Jakarta temple said.

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A letter reading “We heard Rohingya’s screams,” was found inside one of the bomb packages,” Religious Affairs Minister Suryadharma Ali told the Indonesian news portal Detik.com.

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The police questioned eight witnesses Monday morning as Indonesian officials pushed for the swift arrest of terrorists accused of damaging “the peaceful spirit of the holy month of Ramadan.”

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There has been growing anger in Indonesia at the plight of the Rohingya Muslim minority in Buddhist-majority Myanmar. In May police foiled a plot to bomb the Myanmar embassy in Jakarta by Islamic hard-liners while reports of violence in Myanmar routinely trigger protests in the capital.

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Statement from the Religious Affairs Minister Suryadharma Ali

Religious Affairs Minister Suryadharma Ali said the perpetrators of Sunday’s bombing of Ekayana Buddhist Vihara in West Jakarta did not respect the sanctity of the Muslim holy month of Ramadhan and could therefore be considered “accursed and barbaric”.

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“The faithful should not be inflamed by the incident,” Suryadharma told journalists in Jakarta on Monday as quoted by Antara news agency. The minister said it was hoped that the bombing would not disrupt relations between Muslims and Buddhists.

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Prayuth Has Been Suspended From His Official Duties As The Thai PM

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Thailand's Constitutional Court suspended Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha from official duties on Wednesday, 24 August, after deciding to hear a petition seeking a review of his legally mandated eight-year term limit

The petition by the main opposition party argued that Prayuth's time spent as head of a military junta, after he staged a coup when he was army chief in 2014, should count towards his constitutionally stipulated eight-year term.Though Prayuth could be restored to his position when the court makes its ruling, the surprise suspension threw Thai politics into confusion."The court has considered the petition and related documents and sees that the facts from the petition are cause for questioning as demanded," it said.Prayuth has 15 days to respond, the court told media in a statement, adding that a panel of judges ruled five to four in favour of his suspension, starting from Wednesday.Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan is expected to take over as interim leader, another deputy prime minister, Wissanu Krea-ngam, told reporters on Monday, 22 August.It was not clear when the court would deliver a final ruling on the petition.

A person holds up a picture of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha during a protest.
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Prayuth ruled as head of a military council after he overthrew an elected government in 2014

He became a civilian Prime Minister in 2019 following an election held under a 2017 military-drafted constitution in which an eight-year limit for a prime minister was set.Thailand's next general election is due by May next year.Government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri said Prayuth respected the court's decision and had ceased active duty, adding that the suspension would have no impact on the government's work."Prime Minister Prayuth also urged the people to respect the decision of the court and avoid criticising the decision that could further create division," he said.In its review request, the main opposition party has argued that Prayuth should leave office this month because his time as junta chief should count towards his term.Nearly two-thirds of Thais also want Prayuth out of office by this month, a recent poll showed.But some supporters argue his term started in 2017, when the new constitution took effect, or after the 2019 election, meaning that he should be allowed to stay in power until 2025 or 2027, if elected.

"Not happy"

The controversy is the latest in a country that suffered intermittent political turmoil for nearly two decades, including two coups and violent protests, stemming broadly from opposition to military involvement in politics and demands for greater representation as political awareness grows.Pro-democracy activists have campaigned against Prayuth and his government, arguing that the 2019 election was not legitimate.But student-led demonstrations petered out over the past couple of years, with the imposition of COVID-19 bans on gatherings. But activists have gathered again this week in anticipation of the court decision.Nearly 100 pro-democracy protesters at central Bangkok's Democracy Monument welcomed Prayuth's suspension but said it was not enough."We're not just content with suspending Prayuth from duty, we want parliament dissolved and a snap election," said a woman activist who identified herself as just Manee."We're not happy. Prayuth stole power from a woman and became prime minister in a coup," she said, referring to the prime minister ousted in 2014, Yingluck Shinawatra, the sister of former prime minister and telecoms tycoon Thaksin Shinawatra.

Protestor steps on a poster showing Prayut.
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Both Yingluck and Thaksin live abroad in self-exile.Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward opposition party, called for a speedy ruling on Prayuth's fate."The law on this matter is not complicated," he told reporters at parliament."If the Constitutional Court can decide quickly, the vacuum in the administration that we're concerned about will be short.


4 Atlet Berbasikal Paralimpik Cedera & Seorang Patah Kaki Dalam Kemalangan Langgar Lari

Pada khamis pagi, 7 September, empat atlet para berbasikal kebangsaan yang sedang menjalani latihan, cedera dalam kemalangan langgar lari yang berlaku di susur keluar Bandar Tasik Puteri, Lebuh Raya Kuala Lumpur-Kuala Selangor Expressway (LATAR)

Posted by Syed Mubarak Ali on Wednesday, 6 September 2017

Kemalangan dilaporkan berlaku kira-kira jam 11 pagi di Kilometer 12.6 Lebuh Raya LATAR menghala Kuala Selangor

Menurut laporan NST hari ini, polis telah mengesahkan sebuah kenderaan jenis Toyota Hilux terlibat dalam kemalangan ini dan masih dikesan, termasuk melalui rakaman kamera litar tertutup (CCTV).Dalam kes langgar lari tersebut, 4 atlet paralimpik dan seorang pengiring telah tercedera iaitu Nor Rizuan Zainal (pengiring), 31, Khairul Azwan Wahab, 25, Khairul Nizam Mohd Ali, 23, dan Nur Syafiq Suhaimy, 19.Khairul Nizam dan Khairul Azwan mempunyai cacat penglihatan.Kelima-lima mereka telah dikejarkan ke Hospital Sungai Buloh untuk rawatan lanjut.

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Ketua Polis Daerah Kuala Selangor, Superitendan Ruslan Abdullah berkata, kejadian berlaku selepas sebuah trak pikap Toyota Hilux menukar arah."Secara tiba-tiba datang sebuah trak pikap Toyota Hilux yang hendak menukar lorong ke susur Bandar Tasik Puteri," katanya.

Penolong jurulatih Mohd Iqbal Sokri, yang berada di van pasukan kira-kira 200 meter di belakang, menemui atlet-atlet dan jurulatih tersebut dalam keadaan terbaring di atas jalan raya

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Nur Syafiq mengalami kecederaan yang paling teruk setelah patah tulang kaki dan memaksa beliau menarik diri dari Sukan Para Asean minggu hadapan

"Keadaan Syafiq paling teruk. Manakala yang lain sedang dirawat untuk beberapa keretakan," kata jurulatih berbasikal negara Johari Nayan seperti dipetik oleh NST.

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Anak Johor Bina Kereta F1 'Besi Buruk' Dalam Masa 56 Jam Dengan Modal RM2,200 Sahaja!

Siapa sangka, dengan hanya berbekalkan modal sekecil RM2,200, anda sebenarnya mampu membina sebuah replika kereta lumba F1.
Itulah yang telah dibuktikan oleh dua orang adik beradik dari Kota Tinggi, Johor ini.

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Hanya bermodalkan besi buruk bernilai RM2,200, dua beradik dari FELDA Sening di Kota Tinggi, Johor menggunakan bakat luar biasa apabila mencipta sebuah replika kereta lumba Formula One (F1) yang diolah secara kreatif daripada bahan terbuang.Melalui gabungan komponen seperti rangka kenderaan, enjin terpakai, kepingan zink dan gentian kaca, kerja tangan serta usaha Azamrudin Shawal, 34, bersama adiknya Mohd Airi, 23, selama 56 jam itu menjadi realiti untuk mencipta kereta F1.

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Ia bukan sekadar model prototaip. Kereta 'besi buruk' yang dibina itu turut mampu mencapai top speed sehingga 120 kilometer sejam. Boleh tahan laju!

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Bakat mekanik muda itu mengagumkan ramai pihak, malah kenderaan dihasilkan generasi kedua FELDA Sening itu mampu bergerak dengan kelajuannya mencecah antara 70 hingga 120 kilometer sejam.

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Azamrudin Shawal dengan model kereta mainan F1 yang dijadikan sebagai rujukan.
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Berbanding pereka profesional lain yang mempunyai sumber rujukan dari pelan lukisan atau Internet, Azamrudin dan Mohd Airi pula sebaliknya hanya menjadikan model kereta mainan F1 di pasaran sebagai rujukan bagi menghasilkan prototaip sebenar.

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“Dengan bersumberkan bahan terpakai, kami berdua merancang menghasilkan kereta F1, sekali gus menjadikan projek ini berbeza.“Modal digunakan juga murah dan hanya bersumberkan besi buruk. Kos RM2,200 itu meliputi harga rangka kenderaan (RM300), enjin terpakai Daihatsu Charade model 1984 (RM400), kepingan zink, gentian kaca dan semburan cat (RM1,500),” kata Azamrudin.

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Azamrudin, 34, berkata usaha itu dilakukan bagi menarik perhatian orang ramai terhadap Felda Sening. Namun begitu, mereka tidak mendapat sebarang pengiktirafan.

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Pemuda berusia 34 tahun itu berkata dia membina kereta prototaip itu dengan dibantu adiknya, Mohd Airi tiga tahun lalu untuk menarik perhatian orang ramai terhadap kawasan penempatan mereka di Felda Sening.Tetapi usaha mereka tidak diberikan pengiktirafan yang sewajarnya walaupun bertungkus-lumus menonjolkan ciptaan mereka kepada pemimpin tempatan sejak 2012.Azamrudin menyatakan kekecewaannya walaupun dia berusaha untuk mempromosikan ciptaannya itu kepada pemimpin tempatan, tiada di kalangan mereka yang berminat untuk mengetengahkan ia ke peringkat seterusnya.

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"Saya sentiasa berfikir mengenai cara bagaimana seorang pemuda dari pekan kecil boleh mendapat pengiktirafan kerajaan dan memutuskan untuk membina kereta prototaoip ini," luah Azamrudin.

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"Apa yang saya mahu adalah membantu masyarakat di sini dikenali dan mungkin mendapat sedikit dana untuk menjalankan aktiviti buat generasi muda.""Kawasan felda ini mempunyai potensi untuk berkembang terutamanya dalam sektor agro-pelancongan yang boleh menarik lebih ramai pelancong dan meningkatkan ekonomi di sini selain mewujudkan lebih banyak peluang pekerjaan.""Malangnya, kami telah dipinggirkan dan keupayaan kami tidak dipandang. Adalah menjadi harapan saya dengan membina kereta lumba ini, ia akan membuka mata individu berkuasa dan memberikan generasi kedua di sini peluang untuk membuktikan keupayaan diri.""Saya juga berharap diberikan peluang bekerjasama dengan syarikat petroleum seperti Shell dan Petronas untuk mengklon ciptaan saya," katanya lagi.

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Kereta lumba sepanjang dua meter ini juga digunakan dalam beberapa perarakan dan acara khas di felda tersebut termasuk majlis perkahwinan. Lihat VIDEO penuh di bawah:

KERETA F1 CIPTAAN ANAK FELDA SENINGMENYIAPKAN KERETA LUMBA F1 DALAM MASA 56 JAMKOTA TINGGI -  Berbekalkan pengalaman sebagai mekanik yang dipelajari di bengkel bapanya, Azamrudin Shawal, 34, kini menjadi sebutan masyarakat Felda Sening dekat sini, apabila dia berupaya menyiapkan sebuah prototaip kereta lumba Formula One (F1) dalam masa 56 jam.Dengan hanya bermodalkan RM2,200, anak keempat daripada 12 beradik pasangan Shawal Ahmad dan Siti Rohaya Atan turut dibantu adiknya Mohd Airi, 23, selain ditemani isterinya Norazurin Md Zin, 26, semasa menyiapkan kenderaan sepanjang 2.1 meter (7 kaki) itu.Lebih memberangsangkan kenderaan itu mampu bergerak mencecah kelajuan di antara 70-120 kilometer sejam mengunakan enjin terpakai Daihatsu dihasilkan tanpa rujukan sebarang pelan lukisan automobil tetapi hanya pengamatan bentuk sebuah kereta mainan F1. ~mediakota || 21 Okt.2015 ll Pak Mad==========================================KOTA TINGGI -  With just experience as a mechanic which he picked up while working in his father's workshop, Azamrudin Shawal, 34, is now the talk of Felda Sening Town after he successfully replicate a prototype of a Formula 1 car in just 56 hours.With a capital of only RM 2,200, the 4th son of Shawal Ahmad and Siti Rohaya from a 12 sibling family with the help from his brother Mohd Airi, 23, accompanied by his wife Norazurin Md Zin, 26, completed this 2.1 metre machine.What's more amazing is that this custom build formula car has a potential of travelling up to 120 km/h generated by a used Daihatsu engine. What's more is that there were no reference of any technical drawings been used to develop this replica and it was build by just visualizing the design from a Formula 1 toy car!~translate by Rizam Ahmad YusofCome on guys! Let's support a local talent to give him a chance to step into international platform! You know it's talent when you see one. Let's make this viral shall we!?Posted by Media Kota on Tuesday, October 20, 2015

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Hidden Box, Bekas Kaca & Idea Lain Dekorasi Hantaran Trending Untuk Pengantin Baru

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Pasangan pengantin yang tidak lama lagi akan mengadakan majlis pernikahan sudah tentu pelbagai persiapan telah dibuat bukan?

Antaranya adalah pemilihan pelamin, dekorasi majlis, fitting baju, gubah kotak hantaran, food testing dan macam-macam lagi persiapan yang bakal dilakukan. Iyalah kan, majlis perkahwinan merupakan sekali seumur hidup, sudah tentu kita mengharapkan ia berjalan dengan lancar dan sempurna mengikut cita rasa dan idaman kita. Bagi adat Melayu, menyediakan barang hantaran untuk pasangan masing-masing adalah satu kewajiban sebagai tanda simbolik dua buah keluarga sudah terjalin ikatannya. Kebiasaannya, pihak perempuan akan berbalas barang hantaran yang lebih banyak daripada lelaki dengan 5 hingga 3, 7 hingga 5 atau 9 hingga 5.Umumnya, barang hantaran terdiri daripada manisan seperti kek, coklat, buah-buahan, pakaian, produk penjagaan diri, sirih junjung dan wang hantaran. Bagaimana kita nak hias semua barang-barang ini pula?

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Haa, jom lihat idea gubahan dan dekorasi kotak hantaran di bawah!

1. Gubahan menggunakan bunga segar

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Perempuan mana yang tidak sukakan bunga betul tak? Penggunaan fresh flower sememangnya akan membuatkan kotak hantaran anda lebih cantik indah dan menyerlah. Bukan setakat itu, bau semerbak wangi memang akan menghiasi seluruh ruangan dewan. Gunakan bunga yang berwarna supaya hadiah hantaran anda kelihatan lebih menonjol. Yang pastinya, warna kena sama dengan tema! Antara bunga yang sesuai ialah bunga mawar, lili, orkid, tulip, hydragea dan kekwa.

2. Gubahan menggunakan bekas kaca

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Gubahan menggunakan bekas kaca kelihatan lebih elegan dan dan glamour. Hadiah hantaran yang diletakkan dalam bekas kaca nampak sangat mewah dan mahal. Tipsnya, jika anda nak gunakan konsep ini, pasti hadiah dalam bekas jangan terlalu banyak. Anda perlu susun dan tambahkan sedikit bunga atau perhiasan yang minimalis. Kalau tak nanti nampak serabut. Ingat, jangan terlalu penuh!

3. Gubahan menggunakan kain (Hidden hantaran)

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Hidden hantaran ini menjadi semakin trending dalam kalangan pengantin sekarang. Adat ini sudah diamalkan dan digunakan sejak dulu lagi namun kini semakin ramai melupakan gubahan ini. Konsep ini sangat sesuai untuk pengantin yang menginginkan konsep minimalis dan simple.Bukan saja semuanya tersusun rapi, malah saiz dan warna juga sama. Memang nampak kemas. Jika anda sukakan fancy, anda boleh memilih kain songket, kain batik atau kain yang bercorak. Sukakan minimalis? Boleh pilih kain lace, satin dan silk. Anda juga boleh tambah aksesori seperti bunga atau reben!

4. Gubahan menggunakan polisterin bantal

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Konsep ini boleh dibuat hanya dengan DIY sendiri di rumah. Walaupun murah dan jimat duit, kecantikannya tidak kurang juga tau. Ia nampak sangat unik bila anda letakkan hadiah di atas bantal yang telah dihias. Anda hanya memerlukan polisterin, gam dan pembalut mengikut citarasa anda. Polisterin bantal ini mudah didapati. Anda boleh cari di kedai persiapan perkahwinan. Ditambah juga dengan hiasan bunga segar dan reben, pasti lebih menarik!

5. Gubahan menggunakan kayu

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Konsep menggunakan gubahan kayu juga menarik dan tidak kalah cantiknya. Anda boleh menempah kayu khas yang diukir dengan nama atau boleh beli kotak yang diperbuat daripada kayu. Konsep dekorasi hantaran ini lebih sesuai dengan majlis pernikahan ala-ala garden, tepi pantai atau glasshouse. Memang minimalis dan cantik!

6. Gubahan menggunakan bekas terrarium

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Bukan saja kelihatan mewah dan elegan, ia juga menampilkan konsep yang unik dan luar biasa. Tidak perlu dihiasi dengan pelbagai aksesori, cukup sekadar bekas terrarium dan bunga-bunga yang cantik. Hadiah hantaran anda confirm nampak menyerlah. Konsep ini sesuai juga untuk tema garden dan outdoor. So cantik!

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PSA: No More Free Touch 'N Go RFID Tags From 15 February

If you've been procrastinating on getting your car fitted with the Touch 'n Go radio frequency identification system (RFID) tag, then you better hurry up

Drivers have a few days left to get the RFID Tag for free at fitment centres nationwide, as Touch 'n Go (TnG) brings an end to the year-and-a-half-long pilot programme.

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Beginning 15 February, TnG will begin selling the RFID Tags at RM35 each

The tags can be bought at any of the TnG RFID fitment centres nationwide. Each tag includes first time replacement on the same vehicle with no time period attached.KLGadgetGuy noted that the price of the self-fitment tags is four times cheaper than a SmartTAG.

Additionally, all highways nationwide will support RFID technology from 1 April

Beginning April 2020, @MyTouchnGo RFID will be available on all PLUS highways. RM35 will be charged for RFID installation starting 15th Feb 2020 and they are adding the ability to use bankcards to pay for tolls  pic.twitter.com/Bcm6lQCWL4— The Mumu (@mumuedstar) February 6, 2020

"We have invested one million TnG RFID Tags for Malaysians to experience this technology during our public pilot programme these past 18 months."Now it is time for us to move forward and continue to expand the use of RFID technology together with our partners across the mobility ecosystem. This includes fuelling, parking, retail drive-throughs," said chief executive officer Syahrunizam Samsuddin, reported SoyaCincau.

If you haven't signed up for the RFID tag, you can do so by heading to the nearest TnG RFID walk-in booth to register

This is a list of the booths where you can register for free.Take note that you may need to bring along a copy of your Vehicle Ownership Certificate (Grant) or valid Insurance Cover Note.Also, be sure that you have downloaded the TnG e-wallet into your phone.You can find out more about RFID here.

PLUS Berhad previously announced that it will allow motorists to use credit and debit cards to pay for tolls:

                PLUS May Soon Allow You To Pay For Tolls Using Credit And Debit Cards

The move may help ease congestion at toll booths.

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"Kalau Doktor Boleh Ingat Banyak Term Perubatan, Apa Masalahnya Dengan BM?" - Rais Yatim

Syarat kelayakan lulus Bahasa Melayu (BM) di peringkat Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) memudahkan pelantikan secara kontrak jawatan Pegawai Perubatan Gred UD41 sekiranya ia dilonggarkan

Dalam laporan Awani 2 Julai lalu, Ketua Pengarah Kesihatan Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah berkata kelonggaran itu adalah bagi graduan perubatan yang tidak menduduki peperiksaan BM di peringkat SPM. Ia adalah khas buat mereka yang telah menjalani persekolahan di luar negara, yang menduduki peperiksaan O-level di sekolah antarabangsa atau Bahasa Melayu di universiti, dan beberapa kategori lain.

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"Kelonggaran ini bukanlah suatu perkara baharu, malahan lantikan kontrak bagi Pegawai Perubatan dan Pakar Perubatan bukan warganegara juga tidak memerlukan kelulusan BM di peringkat SPM," katanya.

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Tambah beliau lagi, Akta Perubatan 1971 telah memperuntukkan di bawah Seksyen 13 (2) bahawa seseorang graduan perubatan yang diberi Pendaftaran Sementara oleh Majlis Perubatan Malaysia wajib menjalani dan melengkapkan latihan siswazah dengan kompeten sebelum boleh diberi Pendaftaran Penuh sebagai seorang Pegawai Perubatan yang bertauliah.

Katanya, Seksyen 40 Akta yang sama turut menetapkan bahawa Pegawai Perubatan perlu juga menjalani khidmat wajib di dalam sektor awam setelah diberi Pendaftaran Penuh

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"Susulan pengumuman Bajet 2017 pada Oktober 2016, graduan perubatan kini adalah dilantik secara kontrak sebagai Pegawai Perubatan UD41 untuk menjalani latihan siswazah selama dua tahun dan khidmat wajib selama dua tahun."Sekiranya seorang graduan perubatan tidak dapat menjalani latihan siswazah dan khidmat wajib, graduan perubatan tersebut tidak dibenarkan sama sekali untuk mengamal sebagai seorang Doktor Perubatan di Malaysia. KKM prihatin bahawa ini tentu akan menjejaskan masa depan mereka setelah berusaha sedaya upaya menjalani jurusan Perubatan di universiti," katanya.

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Menurutnya lagi, sebelum ini kelonggaran juga pernah diberi bagi lantikan tetap Pegawai Perubatan ke perkhidmatan awam

Kelonggaran itu dibuat memandangkan pada masa tersebut, terdapat kekurangan yang terlampau bagi bilangan Pegawai Perubatan untuk menampung keperluan perkhidmatan yang kritikal.Namun, kelonggaran tersebut telah diketatkan semula bagi lantikan secara tetap sebagai Pegawai Perubatan di KKM dan calon perlulah Lulus BM di peringkat SPM.

Malah, menurut Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA), keputusan untuk melonggarkan syarat kelayakan lulus Bahasa Melayu (BM) Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) bagi lantikan kontrak Pegawai Perubatan Gred 1 mampu mengelak negara hilang kepakaran ratusan graduan perubatan setiap tahun

Presiden Persatuan Perubatan Malaysia (MMA) Dr Ravindran R. Naidu berkata melalui langkah ini, kira-kira 300 hingga 400 graduan perubatan termasuk yang menjalani persekolahan di luar negara dan menduduki peperiksaan O-level di sekolah antarabangsa dapat menjalani latihan siswazah selama dua tahun dan khidmat wajib dua tahun di Kementerian Kesihatan.Ini membolehkan mereka layak mendapatkan sijil pengamal perubatan dan berdaftar dengan Majlis Perubatan Malaysia (MMC).

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"Jika mereka tidak dapat menjalani latihan siswazah dan khidmat wajib berkenaan, mereka tidak dapat menjadi seorang doktor dan ini akan merugikan negara."Mereka (graduan perubatan) tidak boleh bekerja di klinik swasta dan farmasi sekalipun, jika tidak mempunyai sijil pengamal perubatan, jadi adakah mereka perlu menjadi pemandu teksi atau konduktor bas?" katanya.

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Bagaimanapun, terdapat beberapa pihak yang tidak bersetuju dengan langkah terbabit termasuklah Pergerakan Pemuda UMNO Malaysia

Menurut Exco Pergerakan Pemuda UMNO Malaysia Shahril Hamdan, terdapat risiko berlaku kesilapan diagnosis dan rawatan sekiranya doktor tidak boleh memahami apa yang cuba disampaikan oleh pesakit.Beliau turut mempersoalkan kemampuan doktor untuk beri rawatan yang berkesan kepada pesakit yang tidak menguasai Bahasa lain selain Bahasa Melayu.

“Sewajarnya keputusan yang melibatkan kepentingan awam ini dijelaskan rasionalnya kerana kedudukan Bahasa Melayu di Malaysia sudah termaktub di dalam Perkara 152 Perlembagaan Persekutuan dan Akta 32 Bahasa Kebangsaan 1963/67. Kelonggaran demi kelonggaran yang diberikan hanya akan memberi gambaran bahawa Bahasa Melayu boleh dipandang enteng oleh rakyat Malaysia.”

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Turut memandang serius isu ini, Penasihat Sosiobudaya Kerajaan, Tan Sri Dr Rais Yatim menasihatkan kerajaan supaya tidak bersetuju dengan keputusan tersebut kerana ia jelas bertentangan dengan undang-undang perkhidmatan awam dan dasar negara selama ini

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Melalui akaun Facebook miliknya, beliau menulis alasan bahawa pengecualian yang diberi ini adalah tidak munasabah."Kalau tak boleh cakap Melayu macam mana nak rawat orang Melayu dan anggota masyarakat yang lain?Dr Inggeris dahulu pun belajar cakap Melayu. Kenapa doktor kontrak tak boleh belajar cakap Melayu?" tulisnya dalam satu post pada akaun Facebook miliknya.Katanya lagi, syarat yang dilonggarkan ini akan jadi amalan "lulus jarum lulus kelindan" iaitu suatu penurunan yang menghina dasar kebangsaan."Kalau doktor boleh mengingat dan belajar ribuan terma perubatan apakah masalahnya mengingati ayat dan terma BM..APA SAKIT, MANA SAKIT? dan sebagainya.Mereka itu boleh belajar BM dalam 1 bulan. Pihak KKM juga boleh adakan sukatan pelajaran bahasa yg mudah dn praktikal," tambahnya.

Jadi apa pandangan anda mengenai isu ini? Adakah keputusan kelonggaran syarat kelayakan lulus BM perlu dibuat? Kongsi bersama kami di ruang komen di bawah!

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60-Year-Old Man In Ipoh Killed By Exploding Tyre While Servicing A Crane

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Disclaimer: This story contains explicit details of bloody injuries.

A 60-year-old man in Ipoh was recently killed in a freak accident while he was servicing the tyre of a crane

According to Bernama, the incident took place at a tyre service centre in Menglembu yesterday, 22 June.Ipoh police chief Yahaya Hassan said that the police received a call regarding the incident around 10.35am.

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A witness saw that a tyre had exploded near the victim's body and that his face was severed

"The victim was found lying on the ground with blood on his face and a witness said he heard an explosion and saw a tyre had exploded, causing the victim to be thrown on the side, severely injuring the victim's face," Yahaya explained.

Harian Metro reported that the incident caused parts of the victim's brain to come out of the skull besides also causing ear pain for the witness.

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Police have classified the case as sudden death

The death was verified by an assistant medical officer at the scene.The victim's body was then sent to the Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital for a post-mortem examination.


Rapid KL Is Looking For This Tupperware's Owner Before Their Mum Finds Out They Lost It

If you've ever lost your mother's Tupperware, you'll understand how this story goes

Rapid KL understands that perfectly, and that's why they're now looking for the owner of a Tupperware found in the TTDI MRT station

"To the owner of this Tupperware, please come to the TTDI MRT station immediately," Rapid KL wrote in a Facebook post earlier today.At the time of writing, the post has garnered nearly 1,400 shares under two hours.

Rapid KL has offered to finish the food in the Tupperware, but they can't save its owner from an Asian mother's wrath

"Misplacing the rice with chicken curry, we can finish it (on your behalf). But misplacing your mother's Tupperware, you're asking for trouble," Rapid KL cheekily wrote in the Facebook post.

True story.
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Netizens are now recounting experiences with their mothers after they lost their Tupperwares

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One netizen wrote that losing a Tupperware could lead to a case of child-dumping.

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"My mom uses her parang if (I) don't bring home my Tupperware," another netizen wrote.

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We're praying for the safety of the Tupperware owner. Good luck!


Teacher With Depression Thanks His Students For Saving Him From Suicidal Thoughts

A netizen's Twitter thread about how his Form One students saved his life from succumbing to mental illnesses has gone viral

"Heaven is in my classroom," Safwan Jebat tweeted on 31 August.

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The post, which was followed by a lengthy Twitter thread, has garnered over 8,800 retweets.

The budding teacher shared about how his poor grammar triggered his clinical depression and Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

In 2013, the then-21-year-old graduate was a certified English as a Second Language (TESL) teacher. However, he could not find stable employment because he struggled with grammar.Safwan's inability to find work led to insecurities causing depression as he felt like he was not "a good son who could support his family financially".The situation was worsened when his father passed away due to cancer."I was depressed and in such darkness to the point where I dared to take my own life," the budding teacher said.

When he finally landed a job as a substitute teacher in a secondary school, Safwan decided to make the most of it.
In an effort to encourage interest in learning, he would dress up in costumes related to the topics he taught in class.

The English, Bahasa Malaysia, and History teacher even became a viral sensation after videos of him teaching in his memorable outfits were posted on social media, Malay Mail reported.

Kelas Sejarah terakhirku bersama 1 Ruby [Topik: Tamadun Rom] pic.twitter.com/q13CFrnRiT— Safwan Jebat (@awanjebat) August 31, 2019

Pembelajaran dan Pemudahcaraan (PdPc) bagi mata pelajaran Sejarah di luar bilik darjah bersama seorang Sejarawan Barat. pic.twitter.com/1FbHhlc38G— Safwan Jebat (@awanjebat) August 31, 2019

The substitute teacher also piqued his Form One students' interests by incorporating fun games into his lessons

My kids enjoy listening to ghost stories. I used their interest to teach them writing a narrative or story. My set induction for the lesson was a scary little campfire story. pic.twitter.com/d9BT2fe5EK— Safwan Jebat (@awanjebat) September 1, 2019

I can't forget this lesson. The students were given chance presenting a weather forecast. One of the groups borrowed a leaf blower machine from the gardener. They were using the machine when reporting the weather (specifically to show it was stormy in North of Tokyo). pic.twitter.com/VtJwyIKmRM— Safwan Jebat (@awanjebat) September 1, 2019

While Safwan's style of teaching proved to be a hit among his students, he learned in August that his time with them would be cut short

After he was informed that the teacher he had been substituting for would be returning, Safwan suffered a panic attack which led to hospitalisation.However, support from his students motivated him to look on the bright side."Many people say teachers are heroic figures that can change their students' lives. My story is slightly different because I'm not a knight that can fly high to protect my students. My students are the little heroes who saved me," he wrote.

On his last day at school, the beloved teacher said a teary goodbye to the students he credits for bringing him "out of the darkness"

"They changed my life and saved me from depression and suicidal thoughts. Thank you for saving my life," he tweeted.

You know that I’m not that good at goodbye.Inilah saat terakhirku bersama 1 Crystal. Mereka telah menyelamatkan aku daripada terus hanyut di bawa arus deras kemurungan.Thank you for saving my life. pic.twitter.com/9GsljRLYQI— Safwan Jebat (@awanjebat) August 31, 2019

In July, another teacher's story about the special bond he has with his students went viral:

                Orang Asli Students Travelled 200KM To Attend And Dance At Their Beloved Teacher's Wedding

"I looked up to the heavens, I literally told God to make it happen somehow. As usual, he did!"

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11 Tips Smart Travellers Live By To Make Frequent Flying Work With Them, Not Against Them

1. Pre-book or choose the best seats with easy access to zip in and out of the plane like a pro

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For A QUICK EXIT, pick a seat on the left side of the plane, in the front. We're talking about deplaning here, and it's obvious that on most planes, those in the front get to leave first. The main exit door is almost always on the left, so passengers tend to funnel out faster from that side of the plane.

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2. Learn some tricks to get free WiFi in the airport and avoid having to pay for expensive Internet access

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To track down a wireless password of an airport, Google something like “foursquare Ataturk Airport.” On the resulting page, scroll down and do a quick search for “wireless” or similar terms. That should give you a list of any wireless passwords in the airport and exactly where to find them.In airports without free wireless for the public, sitting right outside of the airline lounge doors are a good bet for finding an open connection. Lounge signals tend not to extend far beyond the walls so you should increase your wireless range by sitting in the ideal spot for reception.

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3. Make full use of self-service options to avoid long queues and minimise time spent in the airport.

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AirAsia wants to make it convenient for you to easily breeze through the airport, so you don't have to go through the nightmare of waiting in line for ages to check-in at the counter. There are Self Check-in services available via web, mobile or airport kiosks. Find out how you can have a hassle-free journey HERE.

4. Use their loyalty to a certain brand to get better service and some extra benefits

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Being loyal sometimes can come in handy and has its perks. Whether it's to a certain chain of hotels or an airline that you always fly with, it's great to play the loyalty card to get yourself some perks. This could range anywhere from being upgraded to a better room for free or very little charge, getting a full refund for last minute cancellations or getting moved to business class in a flight.

5. In fact, might as well join a frequent flyer programme to enjoy other perks like priority access, and sometimes even free flights

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Joining an airline's loyalty programme comes with its own set of perks, from priority access to comfortable airline lounges and being able to claim free flights with enough accumulated points. This can play a big difference to a pleasant, peaceful and comfortable travel.

6. Know the right time to call up the airline

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If your flight is delayed or canceled, rather than queuing up with everyone else at the service counter, call the airline and speak with someone. This will save you a lot of time and hassle.

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If your flight gets cancelled/delayed or you're likely to miss a connection, pick up the phone and re-book your flight. Don't wait in the long line at the counter.

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7. Mark the luggage as fragile to receive the bag quicker and decrease the chances of it being mishandled

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Not only does this mean your bag is more likely to be handled correctly, but it’ll also find itself at the top of pile in the storage compartment of the plane. The result? Why, you’ll get your bag back first, of course. Jackpot.

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8. Bring an empty water bottle instead of buying a bottle of overpriced water in the airport

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You can't bring a full bottle through security, but there's no stopping you from bringing an empty bottle and then filling it up somewhere in the airport. Having your own water bottle ensures that a) you'll stave off the dehydrating effects of flying, b) you won't have to accept the plastic refreshment cups. Win!

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9. When it comes to airport queues, follow the wise words of Beyonce: "To the left, to the left"

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Since most folks are right-handed, studies show that lots of people naturally veer to the right when choosing a security checkpoint line, leaving fewer people in line on the left.

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10. Avoid (to the best of ability) being in the same airport security line as people who look like they don't fly often

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If you're a frequent flyer, you probably have the strategy down to the science and glide through airport security with swiftly and with ease, but the same can't be said about everyone else. It's best to avoid groups who are most likely to take longer at security checkpoints like the elderly, families with young children, and large groups.

11. For times when the phone battery is running low, and there is no available plug, consider the airport TV's USB port

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Of course everyone will be desperately looking for charging stations. Fortunately, TVs have USB ports in the back of them, and you just sneakily plug your phone into them. With a fully charged phone, you’ll be able to keep in touch with your loved ones during your travels.

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'Pulling Out Prevents Unwanted Pregnancies' & Other Contraception Misconceptions Debunked

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This Spotlight is sponsored by Bayer Women’s Healthcare Malaysia.

When it comes to contraception, which method do you believe is the most effective?

From condoms and contraceptive implants to oral contraceptive pills and injections, there are plenty of ways both men and women can go about birth control. However, a recent study by Alpro Pharmacy among 1,300 Malaysian women has revealed some interesting findings about their habits in regard to contraception and family planning.

These survey results were discussed during a roundtable session on the subject of Women's Empowerment and Family Planning at a launch event by Alpro Pharmacy and Bayer Malaysia on their teleconsultation service — Alpro Birth Control Teleconsult

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The panellists, Dr Maiza Tusimin, Consultant Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Reproductive Medicine, Ph Lim En-Ni, Chief Pharmacist of Alpro Pharmacy, and Sazzy Falak, Co-Founder of Womentum Life, TV Presenter/Actress, also had a meaningful discussion regarding family planning.Sazzy shared that family planning helped her and her husband plan for their first baby, as she wanted to ensure she was ready to juggle both her career and her family."By the time I gave birth to my twins, I was 30. I still continued with my profession, but I'm glad I had that time in my 20s to go crazy. After I had children in my 30s, that was when I started to get into business, doing startups and stuff. "Having that time also allowed me to make plans with my career and what I wanted to do in my life. So that's what I did," she said.

Dr Maiza and Ph En-Ni also had much to share by debunking a few misconceptions surrounding contraception.
Jom, let's go through these misconceptions discussed by the panellists:

MISCONCEPTION #1: The pull-out method is effective in preventing unwanted pregnancies

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Pulling out occurs during sexual intercourse when a man withdraws his penis from the vagina before ejaculating to prevent semen from entering the vagina.The study shows an alarming 50% of Malaysian women responded that they believe natural family planning or the pull-out method is safe to avoid unplanned pregnancies.According to Dr Maiza, around 26% of women may get pregnant with the pull-out method, which shows that there is still a high risk of pregnancy. Thus, in terms of its effectiveness as a form of birth control, it is not 100% reliable.

MISCONCEPTION #2: The morning-after pill can be taken as often as oral contraceptive pills

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While oral contraceptive pills are meant to be taken daily to stop ovulation from occurring throughout the menstrual cycle, the morning-after pill is more of an emergency contraception that is only meant to be taken in the event of unprotected sexual intercourse.The Alpro Pharmacy survey revealed that 20% of the respondents are likely to use this as a means of contraception. Dr Maiza advises women to not take emergency contraceptives every day."Let's say the couple had unprotected sexual intercourse, and the next morning they took the pill. It only will work once or twice on occasion, but you can't be using it every day, or every other day, because it does not protect the woman from getting pregnant if it is taken after the egg has been released, or in another word, ovulation," she added.

It is important to normalise discussions revolving around family planning and contraception to debunk misconceptions surrounding these issues.
With this in mind, Alpro Birth Control Teleconsult is an initiative to encourage women to make well-informed decisions about their bodies.

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This service allows women to receive personalised health consultations from professionals and birth control medication delivered to their homes conveniently, all while maintaining patient confidentiality! Getting your birth control will be a breeze too, as you can purchase it online while enjoying same day delivery. :)

Alpro Birth Control Teleconsult is available from 9am to 10pm daily.
Simply WhatsApp them via +6019 - 612 9006 or head to Alpro Pharmacy's website to get in touch with trusted healthcare professionals today!

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Additionally, you can get more information about women's health via Ask Maya, an AI chatbot designed to answer all your burning questions, be it about the types of contraceptive methods or ways to improve your menstrual cycle

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We gave Ask Maya a whirl, to see how well she responds to certain questions. :) Here's what happened:

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If you're not sure what to ask, the chatbot provides different topics you can explore more about contraceptive methods, endometriosis, heavy menstrual bleeding, and more.P.S If you click on 'Speak to Pharmacist', not only will you be directed to Alpro Birth Control Teleconsult, you'll also receive a RM6 cash voucher*. You'll be able to use it to buy healthcare items at a discounted price from Alpro’s e-commerce website!

*Terms and conditions apply.

Here's a look at the answers Ask Maya provided to our question:

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Aside from answering our questions by providing a detailed explanation, Ask Maya always advises to check with a healthcare professional to find out more. What's also great is the chatbot provides similar questions at the end, so you can be well-informed on the subject matter!

If you're interested to debunk misconceptions surrounding oral contraceptive pills and women's healthcare, you can stay tuned to the Ask Maya Facebook page, or even drop her a message about any general enquiries you may have

The information provided is for educational and communication purposes only and it should not be construed as personal medical advice. Information published in this article is not intended to replace, supplant or augment a consultation with a health professional regarding the reader's own medical care.

CF Approval No: PP-YAZ-MY-0640-1(03/23)

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