This Cheeky Boy's Reaction After Splashing Water On His Classmate Is Priceless

Kids are the best. They say what they mean and they do what they want – most times, without thinking twice.
Like this little boy who cheekily broke the rules during a water game.

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This is how the game goes.
While sitting in a row, each kid tosses water from their bucket to their friend who collects it from behind them.

This continues on until the last person tosses the water into an empty bucket located at the end of the line.The aim of the game is to fill the bucket at the back as fast as possible to beat your opponents - obviously getting a little wet along the way.This is how you should play the game:

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However, one mischievous boy had a different mission in mind and decided to forgo all rules by drenching his friend

Instead of tossing the water to the person behind him, the boy stood up, walked over to another kid, and poured his bucket of water all over the poor soul.

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Reddit user u/skrrta7 shared a video of the whole incident yesterday, 18 August, which has since received over 8,500 upvotes.

You could even spot 'teachers' in the background running to stop him... but nothing and no one could stand in this kid's way.

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His face after? Pure joy.

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Without a hint of remorse, the boy was seen being told to sit back down in his original spot while he continued to giggle.

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Redditors were left in stitches after watching the video

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Little rascal made my Monday.

You can watch the video below:

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Meanwhile, watch this girl show us the true meaning of determination while playing tug-of-war:

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Do it with passion or not at all.

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"Telan & Tahan Segala Ujian" - Ali Puteh Jelas Bakal Ambil Tanggungjawab Abam Bocey

Seperti yang kita semua sedia maklum, setelah pemergian pelawak terkenal, Abam Bocey, insan yang paling terkesan semestinya ahli keluarga terdekat

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Menurut mereka semua, kehilangan arwah benar-benar memberi kesan yang mendalam buat seluruh rakyat Malaysia, lebih-lebih lagi keluarga sendiri. Tambahan lagi, insan mulia ini pergi menghadap Ilahi di usia yang masih muda iaitu 32 tahun.

Oleh itu, adik kepada arwah Abam Bocey iaitu Ali Puteh tampil menjelaskan bahawa dia bakal ambil tanggungjawab yang ditinggalkan oleh arwah

Ali Puteh, adik arwah Abam Bocey.
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Meskipun Ali Puteh sudah kehilangan orang tersayang dalam tempoh tiga bulan, ia tidak menghalang dirinya untuk terus berjuang buat keluarga. Ali Puteh atau nama sebenar Syed Ali Mubarak Syed Mohd Ridzuan, 31, dikhabarkan baru sahaja kehilangan anak tersayang iaitu Sharifah Ainul Mardhiah yang berusia tiga bulan pada 26 November tahun lalu.Kini dia diuji kembali dengan kehilangan abang kesayangan buat selama-lamanya.

Walaupun perit untuk melalui ujian yang diberikan, Ali nekad untuk meneruskan perjuangan abangnya dalam bidang seni serta mengambil alih tanggungjawab menyara keluarga

Menurut laporan yang dikeluarkan oleh Harian Metro, Ali turut menjelaskan bahawa dirinya sendiri tidak mampu untuk menahan segala dugaan yang mendatang.“Anak saya baru meninggal dunia tiga bulan lalu dan hari ini saya diuji sekali lagi apabila abang pergi mengadap Ilahi. “Sebenarnya saya tidak mampu nak tahan benda ini. Kadang-kadang saya termenung memikirkan nasib hidup, tetapi saya perlu percaya pada qada dan qadar Allah. Saya diuji untuk diberi yang lebih baik, jadi saya kena telan dan tahan segala-galanya,” katanya.

"Tiada lagi insan yang bergelar 'abang' untuk dijadikan sebagai rujukan atau tempat berkongsi apa sahaja..." - Ali Puteh.

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“Selepas ini tiada istilah abang untuk hidup saya, sebab dalam industri hiburan apa-apa saya akan rujuk abang, sekarang saya perlu berjalan sendiri untuk terus hidup,” katanya.Ketika menceritakan detik-detik akhir dia bertemu dengan arwah, Ali cuba untuk menggoncang perut arwah tetapi tidak menyahut. Dia lalu cuba untuk goncang kepala arwah dan cakap 'abang bangun, angah datang dengan mak', masih tiada respon.“Saya pegang muka arwah dan rapatkan muka saya ke mukanya. Saya sudah agak dia sudah tinggalkan kita semua, sebagai adik memang tidak sangka sebab arwah tiada sakit cuma dua hari ini macam demam,” jelasnya lagi.Namun, jauh di sudut hatinya dia mengetahui bahawa arwah sudah tiada namun masih menguatkan diri juga supaya arwah bangun.

Arwah merupakan orang paling gembira ketika Ali menjuarai Maharaja Lawak Mega baru-baru ini

“Dia orang pertama peluk saya dan cakap saya hebat dan handal kerana sebelum ini saya tidak mampu kalahkan dia, tetapi tahun ini saya menang. Dia peluk saya lama dan bangga dengan kemenangan saya, tidak sangka itu petanda dia akan pergi buat selama-lamanya,” katanya.Banyak kenangan antara mereka sekeluarga yang tidak dapat dilupakan sehingga kini. Antaranya pada tahun 2009 selepas kematian bapa, kehidupan mereka adik beradik menjadi susah sehingga tahun 2010 keluarga mereka masih makan nasi berlaukkan garam dan tiada apa-apa.Situasi itu mula beransur pulih apabila arwah berjaya mencari rezeki untuk keluarga dan namanya kian popular. Malah, arwah pernah berkata bahawa Ali akan mengikut jejak langkahnya dalam bidang seni.

			Abam memang anak yang baik, tengok hari ini, ramai yang datang ke masjid, hospital, rumah dan kubur. Terbukti ramai orang yang senang dengan sikap arwah,”
        Ali Puteh

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Ali turut menjelaskan bahawa dia akan mengambil alih menjaga ibunya seperti yang diinginkan arwah.
Al-Fatihah buat arwah Abam Bocey.

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5 Resepi Mi Goreng One-Pot Mudah & Enak Untuk Menu Open House Raya. 10 Minit Je Dah Siap!

1. Mee Goreng Mamak

Mi Goreng Mamak
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Mee Goreng Mamak sememangnya hidangan kegemaran orang ramai kerana rasanya yang manis dan savoury dari kicap manis dan juga serbuk kari. Bukan itu sahaja, resepi ini juga sangat memuaskan kerana mempunyai bahan-bahan seperti tauhu, kek ikan dan sayur-sayuran seperti sawi dan taugeh.Dapatkan resepi penuh di Mee Goreng Mamak di sini.

2. Mi Padprik

Mi Padprik
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Rasa Mi Padprik yang pedas dan melazatkan ini pasti akan menaikkan selera sesiapa sahaja. Resepi ini juga mudah untuk disediakan kerana anda hanya perlu menumiskan semua bahan-bahan dan memasukkan mi kuning sahaja. Tetamu anda juga pasti akan kagum kerana hidangan ini sangat lain daripada yang lain. Dapatkan resepi penuh Mi Padprik di sini.

3. Mi Hongkong

Mi Hongkong
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Hidangan Mi Hongkong yang dipenuhi makanan laut seperti sotong dan udang ini pasti akan memenangi hati tetamu anda. Resepi ini juga sangat mengenyangkan kerana mempunyai bahan-bahan seperti sawi, lobak merah dan jagung muda ditambah pula dengan kuah rasa bawang putih yang pekat. Memang layan! Dapatkan resepi penuh Mi Hongkong di sini.

4. Mihun Goreng

Mihun Goreng
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Mi Goreng sememangnya hidangan rumah terbuka yang klasik dan dijamin sesuai dengan semua cita rasa. Cara memasaknya juga mudah kerana anda hanya perlu menggaul semua bahan-bahan sekali dan hasilnya juga memuaskan! Dapatkan resepi penuh Mi Goreng di sini.

5. Mihun Goreng Taucu

Mihun Goreng Taucu
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Untuk resepi yang unik, anda wajib sekali mencuba resepi Mihun Goreng Taucu ini. Hidangan Mihun Goreng Taucu ini memang sangat melazatkan kerana taucu mempunyai rasa yang penuh dengan umami. Bukan itu sahaja, resepi ini juga sangat memudahkan kerana anda hanya perlu memasakkan semua resepi dalam satu kuali sahaja. Dapatkan resepi penuh Mihun Goreng Taucu di sini.

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Saudi Crown Prince Says Women Can Choose Their Own "Decent And Respectful Attire"

On 19 March, US-based CBS News reported about Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's first interview with an American television network

In the CBS interview, Prince Mohammed talked about his thoughts on Iran, the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, and the kingdom's recent development in women's rights.According to the report, he is currently empowering women, introducing music and cinema, as well as cracking down on corruption across the country.

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About five minutes into the interview, Prince Mohammed agreed that men and women are equal and criticised "extremists" who "forbid mixing between the two sexes"

"We are all human beings and there is no difference," he told Norah O'Donnell, co-anchor of CBS This Morning.In a report by Scroll.in, Prince Mohammed also told O'Donnell that his government is working on an initiative to introduce equal pay for men and women.

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On top of that, Prince Mohammed cited the 1979 Iranian Revolution as the reason behind Saudi Arabia's "intolerance" since then. "Women were driving cars. There were movie theatres in Saudi Arabia. Women worked everywhere," he said. "We were just normal people developing like any other country in the world until the events of 1979," he added.

Speaking on Saudi women's dress code, Prince Mohammed said there was no specification regarding black abaya or head scarves in the Syariah law

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"The laws are very clear and stipulated in Syariah, that women wear decent, respectful clothing, like men," he said in the CBS interview."This, however, does not particularly specify a black abaya or a black head cover. The decision is entirely left for women to decide what type of decent and respectful attire she chooses to wear," he added.Abaya is a loose-fitting, full-length garment worn by some Muslim women.

Saudi Arabia has implemented a string of reforms in terms of women's rights since September 2017

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Saudi women will be allowed to drive starting June 2018 in a royal decree last September. In January, Scroll.in reported that the Kingdom is allowing women to enter stadiums, and has opened applications for women to join its military in February.

What do you think about Prince Mohammed's statement on abayas and head scarves? Let us know in the comments below.

Previously, Saudi women have defied the kingdom's driving ban:

                This Hilarious Rendition Of Bob Marley's Hit Song That Mocked Saudi Kingdom And Went Viral

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Lelaki Beli Nasi Ayam Di Bazar, Tapi Ramai Pula Yang Loya Tekak Tengok Sup Kaki Ayamnya

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Dalam bulan puasa ini, tak nafikan ramai yang suka ke bazar untuk beli juadah berbuka

Iyalah senang, mudah dan banyak makanan yang dijual. Namun, kita perlu berhati-hati apabila membeli makanan demi menjaga kesihatan dan kebersihan. Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah posting di Twitter apabila seorang lelaki membeli nasi ayam namun lain pula jadinya telah mencuri tumpuan. Lihat posting itu di bawah:

 pic.twitter.com/d3mz54GL4T— Khairul Azri (@mkhairulazri) March 27, 2023

Beli sup tapi kaki ayam tak bersih ini buat loya tekak

Menerusi posting berkenaan, kelihatan seorang lelaki membeli dua bungkus nasi ayam di sebuah bazar Ramadan. Dia juga meminta peniaga itu sup, lebih baik sup yang ada kaki ayam. Namun, sebaik saja dia melihat bungkusan sup ayam itu di rumah, ternyata ada jari kaki ayam yang tidak dibuang semasa membersihkan ayam. Perkara itu membuatkan pembeli rasa loya tekak dan geli nak makan.

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"Kot ya pun nak sedekah, cabutlah kukunya dulu. Tak pun ketip." - Netizen

Susulan tularnya posting itu yang kini meraih sehingga 714K views, 1K retweets, 562 quote tweets dan 3K likes di Twitter, rata-rata netizen turut loya tekak melihat sup kaki ayam itu. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Geli betul, terus tak jadi nak hirup sup tu!

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[VIDEO] "Humble Walaupun Tahu Kaya" - Jam Tangan Mewah TokTi Ini Curi Tumpuan Mata Netizen

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Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza atau lebih dikenali sebagai TokTi kini menjadi tumpuan apabila ada dalam kalangan peminat tajam matanya mengenal pasti harga seutas jam tangan yang disarungkan oleh beliau baru-baru ini

Jam tangan mewah yang disarungkannya itu dipakai ketika beliau hadir ke pertunjukan fesyen rekaan Rizman Ruzaini di Minggu Fesyen Kuala Lumpur (KLFW).Menerusi satu video yang dimuat naik oleh seorang pengguna, @tarmizie_official di TikTok, dia mendakwa jam tangan yang dipakai oleh TokTi itu dianggarkan bernilai lebih RM1 juta.Dalam video berdurasi 16 saat itu, kelihatan TokTi melambai pada kamera telefon pintar teman di sebelahnya sambil kelihatan jam tangan mewah daripada jenama Richard Mille di tangan kanannya.Tonton video penuh tersebut di bawah:

  @tarmizie_official The End (Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week 2021)  ##klfw ##klfw21 ##klfw2021 ##ctdk ##fyp ##fyp ##fypage ##rizmanruzaini ##foryoupage ##ctzone  @toktitiktok  Seribu Kemanisan - Siti Nurhaliza

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Jam tangan mewah Richard Mille untuk wanita kini boleh mencecah harga RM1.5 juta bergantung kepada model

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Hasil tinjauan harga di laman jualan jam tangan mewah, chrono24.my, jam tangan mewah bertali merah dan bertatahkan berlian itu dianggarkan berharga lebih RM 1 juta.Sebagai rekod, Richard Mille merupakan jenama jam mewah. Hanya orang berkemampuan saja mampu memilikinya dan bilangan pemilik jam ini juga tidak banyak.Richard Mille merupakan nama orang yang menciptakan jenama ini dan beliau merupakan seorang watchmaker yang cukup disegani. Design jamnya berkonsepkan high performance dan teknologi termaju (high tech) yang menampilkan bentuk yang cukup radikal dengan kesempurnaan (perfection) sebagai jam mewah serta hasilnya lain dari yang lain.

"Contoh orang kaya memang kaya tapi tak berlagak" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen pula mendapati rata-rata netizen memuji sikap rendah diri Tokti, walaupun kaya raya beliau tidak riak menayang segala kemewahan yang dimiliki.Menurut mereka, setakat ini Tokti belum pernah berbangga menayangkan harga-harga barangan mewah yang dimiliki melainkan hasil carian dan kajian oleh peminatnya.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 236.3K views, 15.9K likes dan 683 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah antara komen menarik netizen di TikTok:

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Immigration Officer Guilty Of RM12K Bribes Gets 5-Year Jail Sentence And RM63K Fine

A Malaysian immigration officer has been sentenced to a five-year jail sentence and fined RM63,000 for receiving and soliciting bribe.
R Vikneswaran had received bribes to release three foreign nationals who were allegedly travelling with fake documents.

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According to a report by Bernama today, 15 December, the 35-year-old man pleaded guilty to receiving bribes up to RM12,600 on a few accounts. What were his offences?It was reported that Vikneswaran had solicited RM4,000 from one Lakshumana R Rao through a phone call on 18 July 2012 at 4pm. The accused apparently received the bribe to release two Indian nationals, known as "Sudhakar" and Sreekanth Bongoni" who were travelling using fake documents. Judge Asmadi Hussin sentenced Vikneswaran to five years in prison and a fine of RM20,000 for the first charge. Vikneswaran's second offence was soliciting another RM2,500 from the same person on 10 September 2012 at 4.50pm to release another Indian national named as "Satinder Pal". This lead to Judge Asmadi serving the former immigration officer with another fine of RM12,500. On the third count, Vikneswaran was sentenced to five years imprisonment and RM12,500 fine for agreeing to a RM3,600 bribe from Lakshumana Rao at a McDonald's restaurant in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan on 24 July 2012 at 12.37am for the release of "Sudhakar" and "Sreekanth Bongoni". On the fourth and final count, Judge Asmadi sentenced Vikneswaran to five years in prison and RM18,000 fine for accepting a RM2,500 bribe from Rao for releasing "Satinder Pal".  It was reported that Vikneswaran committed the offences at the ground level of the Block B car park, in KLIA at 3.45pm on 14 September 2012.

Vikneswaran has been charged under Section 16(a)(B) and Section 17(a) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 which serves a jail term of up to 20 years and a fine not less than five times the value of the bribe of RM10,000, depending on whichever is higher upon conviction

Bernama also reported that Judge Asmadi had ordered the jail sentences to start yesterday, 14 December and if Vikneswaran fails to pay the fines imposed, he will have to serve an additional four years in prison. The judge had also increased the bail amount from RM20,000 to RM50,000. Vikneswaran has been ordered to pay the fines and bail amount by today, 15 December and report to the MACC office in Shah Alam on the first Monday of every month.

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Just a couple of months ago, 37 Malaysian immigration officers made RM18 million in two years for letting in foreigners illegally into Malaysia:

                Immigration Officers Made RM18 Million In 2 Years By Smuggling Foreigners Into Malaysia

The 37 immigration officers involved in this scandal have been arrested by the authorities.

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The Wuhan Virus: What Is It And How Is It Related To Exotic Wildlife Sold In A Market?

As of Wednesday, 22 January, the mysterious virus that originated in Wuhan, China, has killed 17 and infected more than 544 people

And it seems that the virus, named after the Chinese city it originated from, will continue to spread.According to Business Insider, China estimates their people will take three billion trips to their hometowns to celebrate Chinese New Year this weekend, in what is the largest annual human migration in the world.Fortunately, in swift response, local disease control authorities have placed the entire city of Wuhan on lockdown.The quarantine order that begins Thursday, 23 January, stops all public transportation from coming into or leaving the city and grounds all planes at the Wuhan airport.

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But you can never be too careful.
Although the virus has yet to reach Malaysian shores, be prepared with information to stop the spread of infection:

1. What is the Wuhan virus?

The Wuhan virus, officially named 2019-nCOV, is a new virus - a strain never identified in humans until Chinese authorities first reported cases of it in December last year.According to the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is a type of coronavirus.Coronaviruses are actually common in many different species of animals and are named for the crown-like spikes on their surface. Rarely do these coronaviruses evolve and infect humans.Coronaviruses were first identified in the 1960s and since then, there have been seven strains known to infect humans.Four of these typically cause mild to moderate upper respiratory tract illnesses like the common cold, with well-known symptoms such as sore throat, cough, and headache.The other three have more recently, widely, and severely affected human health:- Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) coronavirus, which killed almost 800 people in 32 countries in 2003,- Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) coronavirus, which was first reported in Saudi Arabia in 2012, and- The current and latest Wuhan coronavirus or 2019-nCOV.

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2. Is it the same as the influenza virus that was also circulating Malaysia in January?

No, they are completely different viruses.According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the influenza virus, which causes the common flu, is a type of orthomyxovirus, a different family of viruses compared to the coronaviruses.There are two main types of influenza virus: Types A and B. The influenza A and B viruses routinely spread in people and are responsible for the seasonal and recurring flu epidemics every year.

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3. How does this new coronavirus affect humans?

According to CNN, the virus makes people sick, usually with a mild to moderate upper respiratory tract illness, similar to the other coronaviruses as well as the common flu.Symptoms include a runny nose, cough, sore throat, possibly a headache, and maybe a fever, which can last for a couple of days.However, there is a chance for the virus to cause a more deadly, lower respiratory tract illness like pneumonia, but it usually happens only to those with a weakened immune system, such as the elderly and the very young.

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4. How could the virus spread from animals to humans?

Actually, the ability of a virus to mutate and newly infect a human is not unusual.Scientists think MERS started in camels, while SARS came from civet cats (although the virus orginated from bats).While being able to link the new coronavirus outbreak to a seafood market in Wuhan, officials do not yet know what animal may have caused it.Unfortunately, it may be difficult to pinpoint an animal as New Straits Times reported that the market had illegally peddled a menagerie of exotic wildlife such as camels, foxes, badgers, bamboo rats, hedgehogs, and snakes.Scientists have said such "unnatural situations", where animals are brought together and often housed in bad conditions in close proximity to people, create easy opportunities for viruses to change between animals, and thus infect people.

A price list at one of the meat stalls in Huanan Market selling wildlife including wolf, fox, ostrich, camel, squirrel, and many more.
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5. How does it spread among humans?

Human coronaviruses most commonly spread from an infected person to others through:- The air by coughing and sneezing,- Close personal contact, such as touching or shaking hands,- Touching an object or surface with the virus on it, then touching your mouth, nose, or eyes before washing your hands, and- Rarely, faecal contamination.

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6. Is there a cure for the disease?

According to The Telegraph, there is no specific treatment for coronaviruses - just as there is no treatment for the common flu.Experts advise seeking care early, but most of the time, symptoms will go away on their own. Treatment in hospitals mostly aim to relieve symptoms by prescribing a pain or fever medication.The CDC suggests a room humidifier or a hot shower to help with the sore throat or cough. They also recommend drinking plenty of fluids, staying home, and getting plenty of rest.

7. So, should you panic?

"No, I don't think we should panic, as panic is never a good approach," said Professor Paul Tambyah, from the department of medicine at National University of Singapore, as quoted by The Straits Times.Instead, the professor asked the public to be concerned, be vigilant with hand hygiene, and if unwell, to seek medical attention or stay at home.Furthermore, BBC reported that most of the those infected were the elderly, and those who died had suffered from other chronic diseases including Parkinson's disease and diabetes.

A doctor in Central Hospital of Wuhan donning full-body hazardous material suit while looking after patients.
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8. What can people do to prevent the spread?

There are currently no vaccines available to protect against the human coronavirus infection.However, the CDC has recommended standard precautions to prevent any spread of infection that include:- Regular handwashing, especially after direct contact with ill people and their environment,- Covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing,- Thoroughly cooking meat and eggs, and- Avoiding close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing.

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Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health Malaysia is also on high alert:

                Malaysia To Announce Steps To Prevent The Wuhan Virus That Has Now Spread Beyond China

China has classified the outbreak in the same category as the SARS outbreak.

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The United States, Taiwan, Thailand, and Japan have all previously confirmed cases of the disease:

                The Wuhan Virus Has Spread To The US And Taiwan With First Case Confirmed In Each Country

Meanwhile, a total of 440 cases have been confirmed across China.

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                A Man Has Tested Positive In Japan's First Case Of The Mysterious Wuhan Virus

He was hospitalised for five days.

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                Tourist In Thailand Diagnosed With Mysterious Wuhan Virus In First Case Outside Of China

This has raised concern as millions of people prepare to travel overseas during the Chinese New Year holiday.

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17 Breastfeeding Friendly Cafes And Malls In KL All New Nursing Mothers Should Know

Julia Tan was breastfeeding her five-month old son at a Starbucks when a middle-aged lady complained to the barista there and insisted that Julia be asked to stop as it was “disgusting”

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QUESTION: What is the harm with a mother feeding her child in public? Mother's have it tough. And we don't make things easier when we gawk "awkwardly" or make such hurtful comments towards them. Most of the time it's our glares that turn mothers away from breastfeeding. Sometimes we do it unconsciously, but this is most probably due to the social stigma we've conformed to.Anna Alicia, a mother of two, said she stopped breastfeeding her child only because she found it more and more difficult to find a secluded place to nurse without offending anyone.

It's scientifically proven breastfeeding is ESSENTIAL to both the mother and infant. It helps create a special bond between the mother and child and also ensures the best development for the baby.

Mothers nursing their babies on 16 August during the Big Latch On at Subang Parade organised by TBAN
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It has been said babies who are breastfed pose a lower risk of asthma, obesity, diabetes and even allergies. To boot, it turns out breastfeeding also helps mummies lose weight!

Hence why 'The Breastfeeding Advocates Network' (TBAN) started a community initiative called BFriendly. It promotes greater acceptance and promotion of breastfeeding in community and commercial, and corporate settings.

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The team believes that breastfeeding is a mother's right rather than a women's duty, which is why tables have turned and the duty is imposed on the government and public to create an environment that enables mother's to make an informed choice about nursing their child.

So how does the public play a role in this?

The starting point would be to start "breastfeeding friendly" establishments. But then the question rises, what is a "breastfeeding friendly" environment?

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BFriendly says: An environment which accepts breastfeeding women and is willing to provide a private area for mothers to breastfeed. One thing's for sure, if you ever do spot the sticker above at any establishment, it's safe to say the place has been certified breastfeeding friendly.

So mothers out there, we're here to help with a few BFriendly certified cafes and malls in a few cities you can nurse your child at ease:

Cafes:

Marmalade Cafe
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			1.  Stuff your face, Bangsar2.  Marmalade cafe, Bangsar3.  Caterpillar Cafe, Hartamas4.  Paddington House of Pancakes, The Curve5.  Artisan Coffee, Bangsar (Psstt: They even serve decaf coffee)6.  MyElephant, USJ 97.  90 Degress, Kuantan8.  Morningwoood, SS159.  Lorem Ipsum, Bangsar10. Closer Kitchen & Espresso Bar, PJU 7

Artisan Coffee
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Malls:

The Lactation Room in IKEA even provides toys in the room to distract your other young children while you are nursing
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			1. Sunway Pyramid2. Paradigm Mall3. Isetan, The Gardens4. Parkson, 1Utama5. Isetan, 1Utama6. Ikano Power Centre7. The Curve

Breastfeeding room at Isetan, The Gardens.
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Doctors Found Jewellery Worth RM270K In Woman's Stomach Who Complained Of Abdominal Pain

Doctors in India found 1.6kg of jewellery and coins when they operated on a woman's stomach recently

26-year-old patient Runi Khatun was admitted to a government hospital in the West Bengal state of India after she complained of abdominal pains and vomiting each time she would eat.According to The Economic Times, Runi is from a village called Margram in Birbhum district and was admitted into Rampurhat Government Medical College and Hospital on 16 July.

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When the woman was admitted to the hospital her condition was very critical

According to the Head of the Surgery Department Dr Siddhartha Biswas, she required at least five bottles of blood. "She could not even intake food physically so we had to administer Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) to artificially inject food through her mouth," said the doctor, adding that she would die if they operated on her, as reported by The Sun.TPN is a method to supply nutrition by dripping them directly into the digestive system.

Once her condition stabilised, scans revealed that there was metal in her stomach

When the doctors opened her up, they were stunned to find large chunks of coins and jewellery in the stomach.The operation lasted for nearly one hour and 15 minutes during which the surgeons removed 90 coins, 80 earrings, 69 chains, 11 nose rings, eight lockets, five anklets, four keys, a watch dial, and two silver coins from the woman's stomach.Most of the items were made of copper and brass while some of them were gold which in total were valued at about RM270,000 and weighed 1.6kg.

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According to Runi's family, they had noticed earlier that the ornaments were slowly disappearing from her brother's shop

"We have noticed that ornaments are disappearing. But whenever we questioned her, she started crying," said the patient's mother as quoted by NDTV. "Despite keeping an eye on her, she somehow managed to swallow all these objects. She was not well for the past two months," said the mother, adding that Runi had consulted various private doctors and was on medication with no result. Dr Biswas shared that the patient is now stable and will soon be discharged, adding that she is also currently undergoing psychiatric treatment.


This Smart Screen Features A Magnetic Camera Capable Of Capturing Photos And Videos In HD

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HUAWEI's latest release is the all-new, innovative HUAWEI Vision S Series, a Smart Screen TV that redefines the world of a smart home

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With ground-breaking technologies fitted in, including Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things, its key features make it 'Beyond a TV', enabling you to build a fully connected and intelligent world at home.This Smart Screen boasts enhanced interconnectivity, interactive capabilities, multi-screen collaboration and multimedia prowess. With the HUAWEI Vision S, you will be immersed in its audio and visual capabilities, all while experiencing smart living.

Here are a few key features of the upcoming HUAWEI Vision S:

1. The HUAWEI Vision S is equipped with a 13MP Magnetic Camera, for 1080p photos and video calls!

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That's right, you can now include the whole gang when capturing memorable family portraits, or shooting videos which will be immediately saved to your phone.Thinking about hosting live video calls with the HUAWEI Vision S? No problem, as it is equipped with HUAWEI MeeTime that gives you crystal-clear, 1080p high-definition video calls. Worry not about laggy virtual meeting calls, as it adjusts the resolution accordingly to the network with smooth and sharp visuals, thanks to its Intelligent Bandwidth Adjustment.Moreover, the camera on the HUAWEI Vision S features a magnetic suction design that allows for 180° rotation, and is easily removable for privacy concerns.

2. Enjoy picturesque visuals with a 120Hz 4K Ultra HD Display

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With a 120Hz-high refresh rate screen, you'll have an immersive viewing experience to enjoy to the fullest, compared to the the normal 60Hz refresh rate screen. Its Advanced Motion Estimation and Motion Compensation (MEMC) feature definitely makes a difference, as it gives you smoother and seamless transitions.It displays the most accurate and realistic colours, thanks to its Stunning Colour Solution. This feature enables the Smart Screen to achieve an impressive array of colours, coupled with high-level intelligent colour accurate toning. It truly is a sight to behold.

3. Immerse yourself in stunning visuals and impressive audio

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You'll have the cinema brought to the comfort of your home with the HUAWEI Vision S being equipped with quad 10W speakers – two Full Frequency Speakers and two High Frequency Speakers, including a 1L sound cavity. Aside from a rich and immersive bass with treble projections, its four powerful speakers are also paired with the HUAWEI Histen algorithm, which analyses the content intelligently to amplify and tailor its sound for a much better audio experience.

Experience the soon-to-be-launched HUAWEI Vision S Series at selected HUAWEI Experience Stores and stand a chance to win a mystery gift for free!*

Stay tuned for more updates at HUAWEI's Online Store or on their Facebook page.

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How To Prevent Gross Maggots From Invading Your Tong Sampah At Home

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Maggots infesting rubbish bins are pretty common, especially when garbage has been left to pile up for slightly too long or we just forget to take it out

It's gross and annoying to have to clean up the mess. But there just might be a solution to prevent maggots from showing up.

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Before that though, the first thing we should know is that flies have a short life cycle

This means that they are often looking for areas with the best chances of survival for their eggs, and that includes...  our garbage bins with decomposing food.Obviously, the best way to prevent maggots is to take out the trash on a regular basis. But we get it, life happens and sometimes we might have just left it for oneee day too long.

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A recent TikTok shows a hack that just might prevent maggots.
All you need to do is to sprinkle a generous layer of salt at the bottom and rims of your tong sampah.

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Maggots thrive in warm, moist areas so adding salt around the space soaks up any leaked fluids from your garbage and eliminates moisture.This method is apparently most effective with bins that have lids or are in smaller areas, as opposed to open spaces where the maggots can just look for a new food source.

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Try it out and let us know if it works!
To get rid of fruit flies, cockroaches, and other pests at home, here are some effective ways:

                Can You Tell Cicak, Cockroach & Rat Poop Apart? Here's How To Rid Your Home Of These Pests

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                How To Get Rid Of Pesky Fruit Flies At Home With This Simple DIY Trap

You only need three items from the kitchen.

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                Malaysian Dad Shares Easy Hack To Kill All The Cockroaches Lurking In Your Car

A few other people said it works!

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If you've noticed these little white cocoons on your walls, here's what they really are:

                Ever Seen This White Thingy Lurking On The Walls Of Your Home And Wondered "WTF Is This?"

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Video Viral Lelaki Jadi 'Akak Tom Yam' Ini Kelakar Habis, Siti Nurhaliza Pun Komen!

Restoran atau gerai tom yam sangat umum di negara kita sehinggakan selalu menjadi jawapan kepada persoalan, "Nak makan mana?"

Kedai tom yam yang selalunya beroperasi sampai lewat malam ini bukan setakat boleh jadi port melepak dengan kawan-kawan, tapi ada juga yang tengok perlawanan bola sepak di sini. Iyalah, sekali-sekala tengok bola di luar rumah best juga.

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Buat peminat kedai tom yam, anda pasti perasan satu karakter tertentu ini yang akan sentiasa ada di situ iaitu Akak Tom Yam. Akak Tom Yam ini pula selalunya terkenal dengan penampilan kemeja-T lengan pendek beserta tudung. Boleh dikatakan kebanyakan Akak Tom Yam ini semuanya kelihatan serupa tidak kira di mana-mana sahaja kedai tom yam!

Terbaru, satu perkongsian video daripada seorang lelaki menunjukkan jenis-jenis Akak Tom Yam telah menarik perhatian orang ramai

Nurshafiq Naser yang juga merupakan seorang influencer di laman Instagram serta aplikasi TikTok telah memuat naik video tersebut yang kemudiannya dikongsikan semula menerusi Instagram Meletop.

         View this post on Instagram           Sekarang dah boleh makan luar, akak akak kedai tomyam jenis macam mana korang pernah jumpa?!  #MeleTOP .  nursyafiqnaser A post shared by  MeleTOP (@meletop) on Jun 9, 2020 at 9:59pm PDT

Ternyata rakaman video menunjukkan pelbagai sikap pelayan restoran itu ketika mencatat pesanan makanan membuatkan ramai di antara kita yang boleh relate dengan situasi-situasi yang dipaparkan.

Hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen menunjukkan rata-rata warganet suka melihat gelagat Nursyafiq Naser sehingga perkongsian semula di Instagram berkenaan itu juga telah meraih ribuan tontonan.

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Bukan setakat rakyat marhaen yang terhibur tetapi penyanyi nombor satu Malaysia, Datuk Siti Nurhaliza pun turut meninggalkan komen

Dalam komennya, penyanyi terkemuka itu telah menyamakan Nursyafiq Naser dengan seorang lagi individu terkenal tanah air iaitu Johan Raja Lawak.

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Dah tengok video TikTok Siti Nurhaliza dengan Siti Afiyah?

                "Siti Nurhaliza Tak Salah!" - TikTok TokTi Berterabur Tapi Netizen Salahkan Cermin

Ada yang memaafkan dan menerima cara editing Siti Nurhaliza, bahkan ada juga yang menyalahkan cermin serta aplikasi T...

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Remains Of Penang Kapitan's Wife Allegedly Found Buried In Unmarked Grave In Batu Gantung

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The grave of Kapitan Cina's third wife, Foo Teng Nyong, was recently demolished without permission and her remains have allegedly been buried in an unmarked grave

On Saturday, 10 September, co-founder of Facebook group George Town Heritage Action (GTHA), Mark A. Lay, took to the Penang Heritage Trust (PHT) discussion page to claim that the remains of the historical figure were buried in "an unmarked paupers grave" located in Batu Gantung, Penang.Speaking with SAYS, Lay alleged that Foo's remains were exhumed by a designated coffin shop of the original gravesite at Jalan Bunga Telang, Fettes Park, and taken to cemetery in Batu Gantung.On top of her exhumation, Foo was allegedly buried with precious jewellery. However, the property has reportedly gone missing. Lay theorises that her jewellery was allegedly stolen from the grave and sold for money.Dubbed the "Taj Mahal of Penang", the grave of Foo Teng Nyong was exhumed and her tombstone was demolished in August. The Penang government has since launched an investigation into the matter.The grave was initially permitted to be exhumed to make way for a development project to construct a high-rise apartment building. However, the developers working on the project demolished the historical tombstone without permission and have since been issued with a stop-work order by the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) until further notice.

The alleged burial site of the late Foo Teng Nyong in Batu Gantung, Penang.
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Foo's grave at Batu Gantung before she was buried there.
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Additionally, pieces of the tombstone that were demolished have also allegedly been discovered at a dumping site in Jelutong, Penang

According to the GHTA Facebook group, heritage activist Khoo Salma posted pictures of the shattered stone on Thursday, 8 September, describing the site as "vandalism of the highest order". She also questioned how a historical tomb of such importance could end up as rubble at a dumpsite.Commenting on the matter, Lay mentioned that even if restoration of the tomb were to happen, it would be next to impossible as the tombstone was severely damaged and would need the help of expert stone masons to help restore it.

Remnants of Foo Teng Nyong's tombstone discovered at the Jelutong landfill.
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Image via Khoo Salma (Facebook)

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This has since sparked outrage within the Penang heritage community, including one of Foo's descendants, Jeffery Seow

Seow has been actively speaking out against the exhumation of his great-grandmother's grave and has expressed his disappointment and outrage at the ones responsible for this."I want to say that I am pursuing this not as a descendant but as an outraged citizen. They destroyed a 19th-century piece of art. The developer must be made to pay for this," Seow said.Speaking with SAYS, Seow is demanding that the government restore the demolished tombstone, force the developers to retrieve the remains of his ancestor, and bury her in the restored tomb.He also urged the government to establish the tomb and land of Foo Teng Nyong and Chung Thye Pin's grave as a heritage site and have the area fenced up and padlocked, prohibiting any future grave exhumations."We are losing our built heritage one building, monument, and article at a time. All in the name of greed. Please let this be the last time. Before everything that represents Penang's heart and soul is gone," Seow urged.Additionally, Lay has also called for severe action to be taken against the landowner of the grave site and developers, which includes, heavy fines, a ban from development, and maximum punishment under current Malaysian heritage and planning laws.According to Lay, a meeting between the George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI) and the MBPP will be held tomorrow, 13 September, to discuss the issue and how parties involved will proceed with the matter.

Foo Teng Nyong's great-grandson Jeffery Seow.
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SAYS has attempted to reach out to the owner of the land where Foo Teng Nyong's grave was situated as well as the development company for a statement but has yet to receive a response from both parties.

Read the full story about the demolition of Foo Teng Nyong's grave here:

                Penang Government To Investigate Demolition Of Historical 138-Year-Old Tomb

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Rats Apparently Chewed Through RM73,000 In Cash After Sneaking Into An ATM In India

In Tinsukia, an industrial city in north-east India, rats have apparently chewed through bank notes amounting to INR12,38,000 (RM73,000) after they entered into an ATM owned by SBI

Photos showing shredded currency notes of denomination INR2,000 and INR500 inside an ATM in Tinsukia have gone viral in social media.According to a report in an Indian newspaper The Hindu, officials suspect that rats would have destroyed currency notes since some dead rats were found inside the ATM.While the ATM was reported out of order since 20 May, it was opened for maintenance last week. Following which, staff found banknotes completely destroyed inside the ATM that belongs to the State Bank of India, which is the largest bank in India.

Destroyed 500 and 2,000 rupee notes in the cash machine.
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According to reports in local media, the underside of the machine had a hole for wires to go through. Rats used it to enter the ATM.

A branch manager of SBI in the town of Tinsukia, while speaking to Reuters said that they have started "an investigation into this rare incident and will take measures to prevent a recurrence" in future

According to Reuters, while most ATMs in India have a CCTV installed for enhanced security, an inspection of the CCTV footage at the said ATM showed no rat entering it.Here are more photos that were taken by a local reporter and reviewed by Reuters.

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How Do You Work On Passion Projects Without Compromising Your Job? Here Are 7 Tips

How many of us wished that we work because we want to - not because we have to?

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The reality is that for most of us, our day jobs are just a way for us to earn a living. Discontentment starts setting in when there is a marked difference between what we're currently doing in life and what we would like to be doing instead.

If you've been thinking of pursuing your passion, here's our advice: Go for it! Take note of these basics to prepare yourself for the journey ahead:

1. Don't hate on your full-time job

It doesn't always have to be your job versus your passion; think of your professional life as a collaboration between the two. While your passion project feeds your soul, your full-time job gives you the financial stability you need.

Your day job is a great opportunity to learn valuable skills that could be useful for your side project later on.
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Treat your full-time job as an opportunity to learn. There are so many important skills you could pick up from your job, and these could come in especially handy if you're looking at starting up your own business through your passion project. However, if your job is truly demotivating and doesn't add any value to your personal development, it's time to find a better one.

2. Start building your personal brand

Making your passion known to everyone is an important step in building up your passion project. If you're interested to start up a catering business on the side, for example, don't be shy to ask your friends and colleagues if you could cater their next event. Start telling people what you're doing, and support all that talk with a wholesome Facebook or Instagram page to keep them interested.

Don't be shy to let everyone know about your new project!
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While some people feel reluctant to let their employer know about their side projects, it should not be an issue as long as the side project is not in violation of your employment contract and it does not affect your work performance. It helps to be transparent with your company. Plus, if you're lucky, your bosses and colleagues may even have valuable contacts to recommend to you!

3. Make time for your new goals

Before you say "But I just don't have the time..." take a look at your daily schedule and see how you can improve it. Do you spend an extra 15 minutes every morning scrolling through Facebook in bed? Are you binge-watching when you could be blogging? Swap time-stealing habits with more productive tasks instead.

Seemingly innocent habits like morning FB scrolls could be sucking up more time than you realise.
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It also helps to allocate a specific time in your schedule for your side project. You could dedicate two hours every Saturday morning, for example, for the things you want to pursue - and stick with it. At the end of the day, everyone only has 24 hours to work with and it's what you do with them that makes all the difference.

4. Keep track of your progress

If you have dreams of turning your passions into a full-time gig somewhere down the road, it's helpful to start tracking your progress. Start by figuring out what you want out of the project. Then, set realistic weekly, monthly, and yearly goals to get there. If you're doing a side business, tracking your finances is important to help you make key decisions, from managing your costs, to expansion plans.

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It's not all about the money - it's also helpful to track your emotional state throughout the journey. Having a clear overview of how certain days make you feel will give you a better clue as to what you're doing that works and what doesn't, which helps you get closer to the fulfillment you're ultimately looking for.

5. Surround yourself with positive influences

Working on your passion while holding down a full-time job is a real challenge, and that's exactly why you need a strong support system to keep you going. Seek out successful role models who are where you want to be, and find out how they got there. You could talk to someone you know personally, or attend motivational talks by those that inspire you.

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Bring more positivity to your social media feeds by following inspirational pages and personalities. Whether your goal is to be a blogger-turned-entrepreneur or a fitness fan-turned-gym owner, find the kind of pages that speak to your passions to keep you inspired every time you scroll through your phone.

6. Stay energised and focused

How you choose to spend your after work hours will determine how successful you'll be with your new goals. Understandably, it isn't easy to keep up energy levels throughout the day - getting over the down times after lunch and after work is always the hardest! Help your body to increase energy production by giving it all it needs. Getting enough sleep every night will help keep you stay energetic during the day.  That might be easier said than done in today's fast-paced environment, so if that isn't a feasible option for you right now, give your body all the goodness it needs by eating right, working out regularly, and taking proper nutritional supplements.

Give your body all the nutrition it needs to help keep your energy levels up.
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Research shows that 90% of Malaysians find it difficult to focus on the task at hand, with inadequate oxygen flow to the brain being one of the causes. This is why it's doubly important to be consistent with your healthy eating and workout plans. You could also try BRAND'S Essence of Chicken to keep your body healthy and your mind sharp. It helps with promoting metabolism, which results in improved oxygen levels, reduced tiredness and improved concentration.

7. Don't ever, ever give up!

You owe it to yourself to live a happier, more meaningful life so when the days get tough, take a breather - but don't ever give up. Take the time to reward yourself for all the thing you've achieved and keep yourself motivated.

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Bad days will come but that's okay - there's a lesson to be learned with every down time so ask yourself, "What can I learn from this? How do I do better next time?" It doesn't matter if you've been working on your passion for one week or one year, just hang in there and don't give up because here's the thing: It can only get better from here.


13 Workers Injured In A Riot At A Multi-Billion Dollar Samsung Factory Site

13 workers were left injured after a riot broke out at the site of Samsung’s latest factory on Thursday

The conflict sparked after a disagreement between construction workers and security guards over safety protocols at the site, Samsung said in a statement.

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Reports indicate that one worker attempted to enter the construction site through an unsanctioned door after coming to work late, and was then beaten by guards.

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Thousands of construction workers building a Samsung's factory in Vietnam's northern Thai Nguyen province clashed with security guards on Thursday, leaving 13 people injured, four critically.
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Subsequently, the riot ensued, during which motorbikes and security guard housing went up in flames at the $2 billion factory complex, the Associated Press reports.

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This video, said to be of the riot, was shared on YouTube, from which fire and smoke can been seen while construction workers watched

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Workers also reportedly burned as many as 22 of the guards' motorcycles

22 motorbikes were burnt in the incident.
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Videos posted by Thanh Nien showed plumes of black smoke rising from piles of burning debris.

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According to the director of the provincial police, the melee took about four hours to be contained. Among the 13 workers injured, 4 of them were critically hurt.

Three containers which were being used as guardrooms were burned down and police were called in to help control the crowd. Among the injured are guards, workers, and police officers. It took about the three hours for the situation to get under control.

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In a statement sent to Wired, Samsung blamed the incident on a disagreement between construction workers and security guards over safety protocols at the site. The injured were sent to nearby hospitals for treatment, the company says.

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Workers load burnt motorcycles into a police truck to be transported away from the scene of violence between construction workers and security guards in Thai Nguyen province, north of Hanoi, on Jan 9, 2014
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"We will do our utmost to prevent any such incidents from recurring in the future," Samsung said in a statement. According to the Korean manufacturer, the construction site was not affected by the riot.

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Samsung is apparently moving some of its manufacturing to the site in an effort to further reduce costs.

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An investigation has been launched into the riot by Vietnamese police on Friday

"We have opened an investigation into the regrettable disorder in which 11 factory guards and two policemen were injured," Nguyen Nhu Tuan, director of the provincial police, told AFP.

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Burnt furniture and motorcycles being loaded onto a police truck after a riot by workers at the site of construction of a Samsung factory in northern province of Thai Nguyen.
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"This is a serious matter because some workers even attacked and injured local policemen who were brought in," he said, adding that it took about four hours to restore order.

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Search For Cheapest Flights And Hotel Deals With These 6 Services

1. GetGoing: Boasting a service of 40 percent discounts on airfare, the site is designed for cost-conscious travelers who are flexible with their destination. It's worth a shot for your next island escape with that long-distance significant other of yours.

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2. Hipmunk Hotels & Flights: A stellar among the apps for cheap flight deals, Hipmunk is fast and effective. Besides helping you find cheap airplane tickets, it also saves up to 60 percent off in hotel bookings with new 'Tonight Deals' option.

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3. Skyscanner: Besides scanning all the major airlines' websites for the lowest fares, and a facility for broader search fucntions, Skyscanner will also tell you if it's cheaper to book one-way tickets on separate airlines rather than a round-trip on one provider

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4. Kayak: Offering rock-bottom prices, it can be your single destination for airfare, hotel booking, car rental, and even entire vacation packages. Kayak digs through to hundreds of travel and booking sites to provide you the lowest possible price on travel.

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5. Priceline: With a feature like "name your own price", Priceline lets you search for airfare, hotels, rental cars, or entire vacation packages, and returns the best available prices. Best of all, they guarantee the lowest price, and willing to match other sites.

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6. TripAdvisor: Probably the most known travel app, it not only helps you find cheap hotels but also cheap flights. This app lets you find cheap flights using its features. A filter also helps you sort out the cheapest flight out of the search results.

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47-Year-Old Spent 13 Years Sleeping In A Tomb Alongside His Dead Friend

Fabio Beraldo Rigol lives and sleeps in an open crypt in Santa Isabel, Brazil. Here's why.

Fabio Biraldo Rigol came upon tough times 13 years ago when his business in Santa Isabel, Brazil, went under and he started using drugs. Luckily, his best friend took him in — into his crypt.

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Fabio Beraldo Rigol sleeps in the crypt alongside his dead friend in Santa Isabel, Sao Paulo
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The 47-year-old has been living with his pal's skeleton in a cemetery tomb since then, leaving only to head into town to beg for food.

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He claims his family "disowned" him so he asked his dead pal, who'd died some years before, if he could move in.
And he says the crypt, which has space for six bodies, provides perfect shelter from the rain, cold and muggers.

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"I'm more afraid of the living than the dead," he told the Mirror. "It gets a bit quiet here sometimes, but I'm not a big talker, so it suits me. I’m not very good around living people."

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"When it's raining I stay inside. I never want for anything. When I need people there is always someone who gives it to me. God never lets me go hungry," added Popo, as he is nicknamed.

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Fabio claims he has not seen any spirits and is not scared about sleeping in the dark with a dead body

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As to how he ended up in the graveyard, Rigol offered his explanation:

“I had to leave the house, and I ended up wandering the streets. One night it was raining hard. I don’t remember how, but when I woke up I was here in the graveyard,” Rigol said.

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The former office worker said he hopes to get his own home one day and find a job
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The 47-year old homeless man said he doesn’t plan on staying in the graveyard “permanently,” joking that he “wants to get out alive” one day and have his own house.

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“I want to get out of here alive,” Rigol said. “I still want to have my own house, even if it’s just a bedroom and a bathroom. I want to go back to work if there’s a chance. My live hasn’t finished yet.”

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Rigol leaves the crypt to beg for food in the town center, and lives off the charity of strangers.
“I never want for anything,” Rigol claims. “When I need people there is always someone who gives it to me. God never lets me go hungry.”

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Anak Syarikat Air Asia Kini Tawarkan Servis Akikah Secara Online, Paling Mudah & Berbaloi!

Selepas mengadakan perkhidmatan qurban pada Hari Raya Aidiladha yang lepas, kini anak syarikat Air Asia, Ikhlas meluaskan perkhidmatan mereka dengan menawarkan akikah

Umat islam pasti sudah sinonim dengan majlis akikah yang selalu diadakan dalam kalangan ahli keluarga. Akikah bermaksud menyembelih haiwan ternakan tertentu dengan tujuan tanda syukur kita di atas kelahiran anak. Pada asalnya bermaksud membuang segala kotoran di kepala bayi.

Gambar hiasan.
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Ikhlas memperkenalkan perkhidmatan akikah yang boleh dilaksanakan dalam dan luar negara dengan merangkumi lebih daripada 35 buah negara di seluruh dunia. Antaranya Thailand, Kemboja, Vietnam, Myanmar, Indonesia, India, Pakistan dan banyak lagi.

Setiap daging sembelihan dari luar negara akan diagihkan kepada komuniti yang memerlukan di negara tersebut

Selain daripada negara-negara di atas, Ikhlas juga membuat perkhidmatan akikah di tanah suci Mekah.Daging sembelihan ini akan diberikan kepada orang yang kurang berkemampuan dalam negara tersebut. Walau bagaimanapun, ibadah akikah yang paling baik ialah dengan melakukan sembelihan haiwan di tempat sendiri diikuti dengan memasak daging akikah tersebut untuk dijamu kepada orang ramai.

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Berikut adalah pakej akikah yang ditawarkan daripada Ikhlas:Akikah Dalam Negara – dari RM799 seekor kambingAkikah Luar Negara – dari RM580 seekor kambingAkikah Mekah – dari RM499 seekor kambing

Setiap tempahan akan turut menerima mata ganjaran Big Point dan berserta dengan sijil rasmi

Apa yang lebih menarik setiap tempahan akikah yang anda lakukan akan mendapat mata ganjaran Big Point (1 mata Big Point bagi setiap RM2). Untuk maklumat lebih lanjut, anda boleh layari laman web Ikhlas atau klik di sini.

Senang juga ada perkhidmatan seperti ini pada musim Covid-19, dapat memudahkan lagi kerja ibu bapa.

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Durian Lovers, Rejoice! Musang King Is On 50% Discount 'Cause Of Low Demand In China

The price of durian has been slashed up to 50% as demand from China falls following the coronavirus outbreak

According to The Star, the prices of Musang King have dropped about 20% to 50% after cities in China are placed under lockdown.Tan Chee Keat, a durian trader in Penang, said that Musang King, which is usually sold at RM55 per kg, is now priced between RM24 and RM33 per kg."We are facing a challenging time because of the (Covid-19) outbreak," said Tan."Our export order has dropped by 70% after Chinese New Year."

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The phenomenon is similar over in Raub, Pahang - which is widely considered as the durian capital of Malaysia

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Raub is home to many Musang King plantations due to its blessed growing conditions, reported CNA.Durian expert Lim Chin Khee said prices of Musang King have dropped from RM60 to RM30 per kg in the area.

Lim explained that China has yet to halt durian imports, but the process of transporting the thorny goods has been slowed down

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"Many of the farmers in Raub and other parts of Malaysia have stopped processing durians to China because they don't want to take risks," he said, referring to the process of storing durians in nitrogen freezers while being shipped to China."What if the virus situation gets worse? We will have a lot of unwanted durians in cold storage."He also explained that durians are normally eaten in a group during happy times, lamenting that the health fear spurred from the outbreak has put China nationals in "no mood" to enjoy the King of Fruits.

Many farmers are now looking for other ways to sell their oversupplied durians

Malaysia was allowed to export whole frozen durians to China beginning May last year.
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"That's the nature of durian business, prices are volatile. We have to react quickly to sell our excess durians at lower prices," said Andy Tan, a durian farmer based in Segamat, Johor.He added that he had received almost zero orders from China between late January to early February.Out of Malaysia's total durian production, 6.8% is exported to foreign markets, reported Malay Mail.Malaysia began exporting durians to China in May 2011.

Other than durians, hotels in Langkawi are also offering massive discount after being affected by the Covid-19 outbreak:

                Hotels In Langkawi Have Dropped Their Prices Up To 70% So Now Is The Best Time To Go

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Siapa Sangka, Di Malaysia Ada Pasukan Penyelamat Macam Bomba Tapi Untuk Lebah. Cute Betul!

Lebah merupakan satu-satunya serangga yang menghasilkan makanan untuk manusia, yakni madu lebah

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Koloni lebah terdiri daripada 3 jenis lebah iaitu ratu lebah (queenbee), lebah pekerja (worker bee) dan lebah jantan (drones). Ketiga-tiga koloni ini mempunyai peranan masing-masing. Selain itu, sarang lebah (honeycomb) terbentuk menggunakan sistem bentuk poligon hexagon sempurna (poligon bersisi enam). Susunan bentuk hexagon ini merupakan bentuk pembinaan semulajadi paling luas dengan 0% pembaziran ruang dan menggunakan bahan paling minima.Lebih menarik, menurut laporan The Patriots, lebah berkomunikasi antara satu sama lain menggunakan sebaran bauan kimia yang dikenali sebagai Feromon melalui kaedah tarian. Lebah juga mempunyai kira-kira 170 reseptor bauan dan deria bau 50 kali ganda lebih baik berbanding anjing.

Apakah sebab untuk manusia kisah tentang serangga yang dikenali sebagai lebah ini?

Menurut kenyataan MY Bee Savior - Penyelamat Lebah Malaysia di Facebook,"Di barat lebih 10 juta koloni lebah telah hilang? Bukan 10 juta lebah, tapi 10 juta koloni. Maksud koloni ini macam keluarga, lebih 10 juta keluarga lebah telah hilang atas fenomena yang mereka panggil Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD)."Kalau satu koloni ada 10,000 individu lebah, berapa jumlah lebah sudah hilang? 100,000,000,000 individu lebah (100 bilion individu lebah) dan negara Malaysia juga pernah alami kehilangan hampir seluruh koloni lebah ternak bermula sekitar tahun 1996 yang menyebabkan para penternak lebah menghadapi kerugian besar, industri penternakan lebah lumpuh."Beberapa tahun kebelakangan ini, populasi lebah mula meningkat semula. Namun yang kasihannya, sumber makanan lebah makin berkurang, tempat untuk bersarang pun makin terhad. Hutan-hutan sudah bertukar kepada ladang kelapa sawit atau dibangunkan jadi kawasan perumahan dan perindustrian. Maka tidak peliklah jika sering didapati lebah bersarang di kawasan kediaman."

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Bagaimana nak bantu lebah terus hidup?"Mulakan dengan ambil tahu mengenai lebah, bagaimana tingkah laku lebah, apa yang patut dan tidak patut dilakukan bila berdepan lebah, apa sumbangan lebah, apa akan jadi kalau lebah sudah tiada lagi dan lain-lain lagi."

Apakah itu MY Bee Savior/Penyelamat Lebah Malaysia?

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Image via MY Bee Savior - Penyelamat Lebah Malaysia / Facebook

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Penyelamat Lebah Malaysia merupakan pasukan yang akan menyedarkan masyarakat mengenai kepentingan kelestarian lebah, mengurus peningkatan populasi lebah dan juga mengangkat semua perlebahan untuk potensi komersial.Mereka ini merupakan sukarelawan yang sayangkan lebah. Malah, tiada caj yang dikenakan ketika kerja-kerja ini dilakukan. Cuma kebiasaannya, sukarelawan akan mengambil koloni lebah dan membawa balik ke ladang ternak jika ia merupakan spesis yang boleh diternak (Apis Cerana).Namun begitu, jika pengadu ingin menyimpan koloni yang telah dipindahkan ke dalam kotak, sukarelawan boleh minta pengadu untuk bayarkan kos penyediaan kotak haif mengikut keadaan kotak itu sama ada dibeli, dibina sendiri menggunakan kayu terpakai atau sebagainya.Mereka ini sedia menyelamatkan lebah yang bersarang di kawasan kediaman manusia dengan memindahkan sarangnya ke lokasi yang lain.

Seperti baru-baru ini pada 16 Julai, satu kes yang berlaku di bangunan KLCC ketika ada lebah tualang singgah berkerumun di situ #KLisbuzzing #KLberderu

Ramai yang pelik, kenapa lebah Tualang ini boleh terbang setinggi skybridge ini iaitu lebih kurang tingkat 41/42 di Petronas Twin Towers.Untuk pengetahuan anda, pokok Tualang merupakan antara pokok-pokok tertinggi di hutan. Sebab itulah lebah tualang ini mampu untuk terbang setinggi itu.

Jika anda mengalami situasi di mana lebah datang bersarang di kediaman anda, boleh guna cara di bawah untuk cadangan rekabentuk kotak umpan sarang lebah kampung (Apis Cerana)

Pesanan daripada Penyelamat Lebah Malaysia:"Kepada rakyat Malaysia: Ketahuilah, lebah hidup di sekeliling kita sekian lama. Mereka berbakti mendebunga buah-buahan kegemaran kita, buah-buahan di hutan, lalu menjadi makanan hidupan hutan. Dengan peranan ini, ada yang meletakkan lebah sebagai haiwan paling berharga di dunia. Lebah banyak membiak dan singgah lalu di sekitar Lembah Klang. Kita tak dapat elak bertembung dengan lebah. Yang penting, ambil tahu bagaimana cara berdepan dengan lebah."

Terbaiklah, team MY Bee Savior - Penyelamat Lebah Malaysia!

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[BREAKING] Britain's Queen Elizabeth II Dies Peacefully At Scottish Home Aged 96

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Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch and the nation's figurehead for seven decades, has died aged 96, Buckingham Palace said on Thursday, 8 September

"The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon," Buckingham Palace said in a statement."The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."

People shelter under their umbrellas as they gather outside Buckingham Palace, following a statement from the Palace over concerns for Britain's Queen Elizabeth's health, in London, UK.
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Her eldest son Charles, 73, automatically becomes king of the United Kingdom and the head of state of 14 other realms including Australia, Canada, and New Zealand

Her family had rushed to be by her side at her Scottish home, Balmoral Castle, after doctors expressed concern about her health.

Britain's Prince William drives Prince Edward and Prince Andrew outside Balmoral Castle, amid concerns over Britain's Queen Elizabeth's health, in Balmoral, Scotland,  on 8 September 2022.
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She had been suffering from what Buckingham Palace has called "episodic mobility problems" since the end of last year, forcing her to withdraw from nearly all her public engagements.Queen Elizabeth II, who was also the world's oldest and longest-serving head of state, came to the throne following the death of her father King George VI on 6 February 1952, when she was just 25.She was crowned in June the following year.


Is Selangor MB Azmin Ali's Darul Ehsan Investment Group (DEIG) Yet Another 1MDB?

Restudy controversial DEIG and halt operations until November, Selangor MB Azmin Ali told

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The Selangor Assembly wants the state government to restudy and present a written reply to the assemblymen on the Darul Ehsan Investment Group (DEIG) mooted by Selangor Menteri Besar Azmin Ali.The state lawmaking house unanimously voted for the report on DEIG asking Azmin to present a written reply on the risk management firm to the assembly by November.The decision was reached following a motion on a report prepared by the state’s select committee on government agencies, statutory bodies and state government subsidiary companies chaired by Hulu Kelang assemblyman Shaari Sungib.They also wanted him to list the fine details on the risk management firm.

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In his defence, Azmin said that the new investment arm was still in its infancy and that more information will come soon

Selangor MB Azmin Ali
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“This is just a preamble. DEIG has only has launched three months, there is still a lot more to explain. We are doing it step by step. Why are you jumping the gun when it just was kicked off?” he told the assembly.Azmin also insisted the DEIG was transparent unlike MBI, and was ever ready to submit constant reports to the state Public Accounts Committee including “in every sitting if necessary”.

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Nonetheless, Azmin has given his assurance that DEIG will be properly managed

“We will continue to subscribe to the highest form of governance in Selangor,” Azmin promised in response to debates on DEIG.Azmin said he agreed with the opinion that the state government should not be involved in business, but added there were sectors and areas where the state government should protect the interest of the people.He said he would present a detailed report on DEIG at the next state assembly sitting in November. Azmin said he was not offended with the dissent raised by the assemblymen as it showed the Selangor government was different from other governments.

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“I take the responsibility to ensure all suggestions and opinions made by the committee in the context of creating accountability, responsibility and transparency."“I will give written replies to the committee to ensure this.”

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As reported by The Rakyat Post, the latest records at the Companies Commission of Malaysia (CCM) show that DEIG is only worth RM2

Darul Ehsan Investment Group Bhd shareholders. – Source: Companies Commission of Malaysia
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Around RM30 billion worth of assets previously handled by state asset management company Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated (MBI Selangor) is now believed to be parked under a RM2 company Darul Ehsan Investment Group Bhd (DEIG).The two RM1 shares in DEIG are held by two individuals — MBI Selangor group chief executive officer Raja Shahreen Raja Othman and chief operating officer Soffan Affendi Aminuddin — according to latest records at the Companies Commission of Malaysia (CCM) obtained by The Rakyat Post.

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Further findings show that the shareholding contradicts the stake structure posted on the DEIG website, in which DEIG is supposed to be 100%-owned by MBI Selangor

Darul Ehsan Investment Group Bhd corporate structure. – Source: DEIG website
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CCM records show DEIG was registered on June 5 this year, with Raja Shahreen and Soffan appointed directors of the firm on the same date.While the DEIG website also names Selangor Menteri Besar Mohamed Azmin Ali, state secretary Datuk Mohammed Khusrin Munawi and state financial officer Datuk Noordin Sulaiman as directors, the CCM records show otherwise.

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19 AUG: Darul Ehsan Investment Group (DEIG), launched in May 2015, is getting quite a fair bit of attention lately after current Selangor MB Azmin Ali and his predecessor Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim debated about the establishment during the Selangor State Assembly on 18 August

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Former Selangor Menteri Besar Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim and current Selangor Menteri Besar Azmin Ali locked horns during the state assembly sitting over the setting up of DEIG which is not under any state enactments and does not need to table its financial statements to the assembly, although it is responsible for the state's RM6.3 billion investment assets.In defending the setting up of DEIG, Azmin said it is necessary because the state government needed a new entity to strengthen all existing assets in the 12 companies under MBI that manages investments and commerce

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"For the record of this state assembly, I want to state that before this, MBI was 'hidden' under Kumpulan Darul Ehsan Berhad (KDEB) because there was no proper management to run it," said Azmin.He said that was why he corrected it so that MBI becomes a special entity directly under the government and the state secretariat, which means it has no more intermediaries.

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Khalid has likened DEIG to 1MDB

Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim
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The setting up of the DEIG by the Selangor State Government is akin to the Federal Government setting up the Finance Ministry-owned strategic investment arm 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), says former Selangor Menteri Besar Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim.Criticising the actions of his successor, Khalid said Azmin had ‘changed’ the Menteri Besar Incorporated (MBI) to DEIG, making it an entity whose operations would be hard to keep an eye on.“Based on my experience it would be very difficult to for the State and Assembly to keep a watchful eye on DEIG, especially on their contracts,” he said at the State Assembly today after Azmin mentioned the setting up of DEIG.

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However, Azmin has stepped in to deny that his brainchild is not similar to debt-laden 1MDB

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"1MDB is a different company and does not receive any directive from the Finance Ministry, but DEIG's role is not like a middleman as alleged by Port Klang," he said, referring to his predecessor Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim who is Port Klang assemblyman."It is fully owned by MBI, of course, policy level will be decided by MBI. But in terms of investments, it will be managed by DEIG that is tied to the existing enactments and will be improved," he added.He said the concept was similar to that practised by the federal government whereby MOF Incorporated was fully owned by the Finance Ministry but investments were done by Khazanah Nasional Berhad.

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But what exactly does DEIG do and how is it different from MBI?

Azmin explained that he is forming a new investment arm to protect the state from business risks and to get away from MBI that he claimed was “tainted”. Azmin also said it was MBI’s mandate to only focus on welfare and community development programmes, as engaging in business dealings could jeopardise the state’s resources.“You must understand that MBI is directly under the state and it is not the business of the state to do business, because once you enter into contracts and businesses, certainly you are exposed to certain levels of risk so it is about the issue of risk management here,” Azmin said.

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DEIG's Board of Directors
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The new initiative is expected to provide returns on investments made in state government-linked companies (GLCs) by measures such as return on equity and return on invested capital, said Azmin.DEIG is also expected to invest in and develop business that supports the state government’s agenda of providing social and distributive justice.

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Besides Khalid, other Selangor state assemblymen have also voiced out their concerns

Sungai Panjang assemblyman Budiman Mohd Zohdi
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Sungai Panjang assemblyman Budiman Mohd Zohdi said since DEIG was set up under the Companies Act, it does not need to be audited or tabled by the state government.“What is more worrying is because it was set up under the Companies Act, it can also get loans.“These loans, if not managed well, could result in the assets being exposed to risk."

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Damansara Utama assemblyman Yeo Bee Yin
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DAP's Damansara Utara assemblyman Yeo Bee Yin expressed worry over the brainchild of Selangor Menteri Besar Mohamed Azmin Ali, as DEIG had free rein to manage the state's RM6.3 billion assets without accountability. "We are talking about RM6.3 billion state assets under DEIG, a company which is not tied to any enactment, this means they do not have to table its report to the assembly, which worries us.""We haven't seen, haven't heard and are less confident with its administration and we hope there is a clear explanation on its mechanism and accountability," Yeo said.

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Sungai Burung assemblyman Datuk Shamsudin Lias
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Sungai Burung assemblyman Datuk Shamsudin Lias suggested setting up an enactment to “tie” DEIG forcing it to report updates in the company and table them in the state assembly.“From the audit report, it will only report it to the board of directors which in a way is a restriction. We will not know and when there is a commotion. It will be too late."

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Azmin has responded by saying that he will work with the National Audit Department to ensure transparency and accountability

He added the state government will relook MBI's enactment to further streamline it as there are some weaknesses that needed to be improved. "I've discussed with the National Audit Department to see how MBI can be audited yearly to ensure its financial management is more transparent and responsible."

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14-Year-Old Girl Raped On Village Council's Orders In Revenge For Brother's Crime

A 14-year-old girl was dragged into a forest and raped on the orders of a village council in remote eastern India in retaliation for a sex assault blamed on her brother

A woman protests the rape of a 5-year-old Indian girl neighbors discovered after she was heard screaming in a locked room
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The girl’s brother had been accused of trying to assault another woman. The girl alleges that the man police describe as the village of Swang’s unelected headman decided that the husband of the woman her brother allegedly harassed, a man named Birju Pasi, should be allowed to rape her as punishment for her brother’s alleged actions, according to police.

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The attack took place after midnight on Sunday in a small village in Jharkhand state's Bokaro district.

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After Monday’s alleged attack, Mr. Gupta said, the girl arrived along with her father at a nearby police station. “Her clothes were smeared with blood,” he said. After recording her statement, police took her to a nearby hospital, he said.

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Three people were arrested, including a village head who is accused of approving the alleged rape

Jitendra Singh, a top local police official, said two men have been arrested in the rape case. They include the village headman and the main suspect, identified as the husband of the woman who was allegedly molested by the victim’s brother. The victim’s brother has also been arrested on charges of molestation.

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Both Mr. Pasi and the girl’s brother, Harendra Pasi, are in police custody and haven’t been charged, according to Anurag Gupta, a spokesman for the Jharkhand police. Police have also arrested Ghosal Pasi, the informal village chief, and say the investigation is continuing. The shared surname of the men indicates shared caste, not a family relationship.

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"This rape happened out of retaliation," Jharkhand police chief Rajiv Kumar told the BBC

"The day before, on 6 July, the wife of the accused was the victim of misbehaviour on the part of the girl's brother. The head of the village was instrumental in provoking this rape on the victim."

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The girl was taken to hospital after the attack and has given a statement to the police. Mr Kumar said he had never heard of any case like it on his watch, but this is the the latest in a string of gruesome incidents involving the rape of young girls in India.

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The girl's mother said that she pleaded with the council and other villagers when they ordered the rape but no one listened

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“We kept begging them. We begged with folded hands but they would not listen. They dragged her away to the forest,” she said.

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Not many villagers are willing to speak on camera, but they say that almost the entire village was witness to the ghastly crime, reported NDTV

Locals say they did not intervene because of the clout of the headman. The police admitted that headman is a very feared man whose word is law in the area.

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The case echoes a January incident that stirred a national outcry in which a 20-year-old was allegedly gang-raped by a village chief and 12 men as punishment for dating a man outside her community

In this photograph from May 31, women in New Delhi protested against the alleged rape of two girls in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh
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In India, unelected and informal village councils are commonplace, even though they have been deemed illegal by India’s Supreme Court. They are separate from elected village councils, which have local governance roles.

        wsj.com

India's efforts to combat crimes against women accelerated after a young girl in late 2012 was gang-raped by six men on a moving bus in New Delhi

That attack triggered a national dialogue on the safety of women in India and led to a sweeping overhaul of harassment laws, including the imposition of the death penalty in some rape cases. In some rural areas of India, though, longstanding traditional social norms still hold sway.

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This Modern Cabin Resort In Negeri Sembilan Exudes Mediterranean Vibes For A Chill Getaway

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Encapsulated in a surrounding of lush greenery, Casa Menanti has been turning heads as one of the most beautiful resorts to hit the scene in Negeri Sembilan

Situated in the charming town of Seri Menanti, Casa Menanti will whisk you away into pure tranquility with its modern setup and Mediterranean vibes all around.Boasting elegance in a simple outlay, the comfort within the resort is exemplified through accessible features that'll make your home away from home just that much more enjoyable.

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Just a one and a half hour drive away from KL, the resort's secluded location will give you that touch of exclusivity we all secretly look for when planning a vacation

Upon arriving at the resort, patrons will be greeted by the landlord of the premise, who resides in a house overlooking the cabins. Parking spots are provided, so you won't need to walk for miles to get to the resort. After checking in, head down to the resort that is just a staircase away from your time to unwind.Each cabin is relatively identical, with minimal differences scattered through each stay.

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With ceiling-high glass windows, step inside a posh yet practical room that has everything you need

The entire resort has six different cabins, with each room consisting of either a king-sized or queen-sized bed (depending on your selection), and is fully-furnished with air conditioning.Beyond that, all rooms also come with a clothes drawer and vanity mirror. However, the rooms do not come with a cupboard, so pack lightly or bring clothes that can be easily stored for a trip here.

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As for the bathroom amenities, each room comes with a sink and all showers are equipped with a water heater. However, there is no stipulation as to whether toiletries and bath care products are provided, so it's likely that you'll have to bring your own.WiFi is available on the grounds of the resort, so you'll still be able to connect with the outside world even when you're away from home.

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Check out what Cabin 4, 5, and 6 looks like in an Instagram Reel uploaded to the resort's page:

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The resort also comes with a slew of facilities so you won't be stranded without necessities and care items

Arguably the most enticing attraction of the resort would have to be the swimming pool, which comes attached with a kids swimming pool beside it if you're bringing young ones on the trip as well.The pool is located in a central spot to all the cabins and is a common facility shared with other guests if you happen to be booking a single room.

Patrons in the swimming pool at Casa Menanti.
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Overlooking the pool is a mini-patio area that comes equipped with garden tables, chairs, and a few beach umbrellas to shade you on a hot, sunny day.Breakfast and teatime snacks are provided by the overseers of the resort, simple items such as fruits, curry puffs, and muffins.

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If you need a place to prepare some food, Casa Menanti also has a common pantry area, which consists of a small fridge, CUCKOO water filter, sink, and microwave. There's also a plethora of snacks to choose from if you get a little peckish, including cereal, MAGGI, Nescafé coffee, and MILO, among other things.

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Accommodating for a wide range of fun activities, bicycles are provided on the grounds of the resort should you want to explore Seri Menanti when you're not chilling in the cabin

Aside from that, multiple hiking trails are just a stone's throw away from the resort, including trails up Senaling Hill, Sikai Hill, and Mount Angsi. If you love the water, the Ulu Bendul Recreational Park is within a short distance away from the resort, as well as a stream which flows nearby Casa Menanti. For those who prefer more sedated activities, Istana Lama Seri Menanti and a museum enshrining the palace are also nearby should you feel like brushing up on some history of Negeri Sembilan. Click here to find out more on the activities that are available around the resort.

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Ready to book your stay? One cabin goes for approximately RM350 per night. You can also book the whole resort for a large group at RM2,100 per night.
Here's where you can find Casa Menanti:

Address1, Kampung Lereng, Kampung Gunung Pasir, 71550 Seri Menanti, Negeri Sembilan.Instagram | Linktree

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If you feel like going to Melaka instead, this resort looks just like Santorini, Greece:

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This cabin getaway in Hulu Langat is perfect for a private vacation without any disturbances:

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Wah, Watsons' Sci-Fi Raya Ad Features Jinnyboy As A Hologram Cop And Cats In Space Suits!

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This Spotlight is sponsored by Watsons.

Have you started checking out this year's lineup of Raya ads yet?

Look no further than Watsons, as they've come up with their craziest Raya short film yet, titled Gaya Raya Luar Biasa.Set in the year 2075, the short film features an extraordinary Raya celebrated by Nabil Mahir and Ayda Jebat, as they balik kampung via flying car to the moon! Maybe this is something we should expect for the future, mana tau it'll actually happen? :P Even got Jinnyboy as a hologram cop lagi, wahh.As Ayda gets acquainted with Nabil's family, she realises that everyone is outrageously dressed to the nines for Raya. Will she be able to pull off a luar biasa look to impress her in-laws?

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If this short film has got you hyped up for Raya, just wait 'till you see what else they've got planned at Pavillion KL!

Everyone's familiar with Pavillion KL's impressive LED screens that often shows awesome 3D animations, kan? Well, Watsons is cooking up a big ol' Raya surprise that's bound to appear on these 3D screens soon enough! Check out this teaser video to see what it's all about:

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Once you've feasted your eyes on Watsons' 3D screen, don't forget to visit their booth at Pavilion Connection from 14 April to 16 May. Boasting a futuristic-designed photobooth where you can capture Insta-worthy photos, you can also play games to win free gifts, yay!

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But of course, what's Raya without all the festive sales and discounts?
This month, Watsons will be having their Gaya Raya Luar Biasa sale, with discounts up to 50%, woohoo!

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It's time to stock up on your favourite beauty essentials, so you can prep head to toe for Raya! With discounts up to 50% off, it's that much easier to get your Raya shopping done at Watson, yasss.  For the best buys and top recommendations for health, skincare, cosmetic, and personal care essentials for Raya, check out this series of videos by Watsons:

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You can browse through their E-catalogue to find out more about their products on sale!

If you're a Watsons member, use GrabPay when making your purchases to stand a chance to win big in the Ganjaran Luar Biasa contest

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From 5 April to 30 May, all you need to do is spend a minimum of RM100 via GrabPay at Watsons either online or in store, and scan the QR code to join the contest! Here are the prizes up for grabs when you spend at Watsons with GrabPay: - 1 x Perodua Myvi 1.3G - 5 x OPPO Reno6 5G - 5 x OPPO Reno7 5G - 10 x OPPO A76 - 10 x OPPO Enco Air - 2,000 x Watsons e-vouchers worth RM150 each - 100,000 x Watsons e-vouchers worth RM18 each (with a minimum spend of RM150) - 100,000 x Watsons e-vouchers worth RM8 each (with a minimum spend of RM80) Aside from these prizes worth up to RM3 million, you'll also enjoy great savings when using GrabPay as your default payment method at Watsons, as you'll save RM10 when you spend RM100 and above!

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Plus, with a minimum spend of RM80 and above in a single receipt, you'll get free Raya packets, and vouchers worth up to RM5,000

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Exclusively for Watsons Elite members, the top spenders will be gifted with Naturals by Watsons personal care products that's worth up to RM80!Take a look at these other special offers members can enjoy at Watsons.

Ready to get your hands on health and beauty essentials? Don't forget to use all these vouchers to save more!

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You'll definitely wanna glam up for the occasion, and that means investing in cosmetic items to prep your hair, skin, and body so you'll look your best for Raya.Spend a minimum of RM120 to enjoy up to RM8 off on selected cosmetics and facial skincare products. Just apply the promo code WLBFSC8 when checking out from Watsons' Online Store, or scan the barcode in-store.Also, get a free bottle of Enchanteur Chic 8ML Pocket Perfume with a minimum spend of RM30 on cosmetic and personal care products, available online and in-store.

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Boosting your skin's condition is possible with a moisturising face mask. With Wajah Berseri Menjelang Raya, you can get two face masks for the price of one, for a flawless face on Raya day, hehe.And, with a minimum purchase of RM80 for any skincare facial mask products, you'll get the MegRhythm Eye Mask for free! Treat those tired eyes of yours with this eye-warming mask the night before Eid for a good night's sleep.

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Getting your Raya decor or gifts is also possible at Watsons, as they've just released their Koleksi Raya

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From luxurious gold-printed cushion cover sets to stylish porcelain serving plates, you can only get these premium items at Watsons, so faster get them before they're all snapped up! Raya only comes around once a year, after all.

Find out more about Watson's Raya promos and deals on their website

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