This Is The New Song That All Students And Teachers Must Sing During School Assembly

Students and teachers across the country are required to sing a new song during assembly now

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The Ministry of Education (MOE) has issued a new directive on 8 May to all state education director to inform them that all students and academicians will have to sing the new 'Aku Negaraku' song during school assembly. The MOE stated that the songs must be sung in the order as follows:1. Negaraku2. Official state song3. Official school song4. Aku Negaraku This initiative will impact about five million students and 400,000 teachers in public schools nationwide.

This song is part of the initiative of the Negaraku programme, which is the brainchild of PM Najib Razak, to boost the spirit and love for Malaysia

This was revealed by education director-general Tan Sri Dr Khair Mohamad Yusof, who launched the song in SMK Damansara Utama on Tuesday, 23 May.  "The addition of this contemporary beat song is expected to inject a positive spirit and instil patriotism among students," Khair said, as reported by Harian Metro.  "It carries the message to love your country. The ministry is confident that 'Aku Negaraku' will be well received by everyone in school, especially students," he said, adding that students across the country should appreciate and understand the meaning of the song lyrics and put them into practice.

A search on Google revealed that the song has been uploaded to YouTube by several users. Listen to it here:

According to media reports, Aku Negaraku is composed by Audi Mok Chuang Yew while Shazee Ishak and Ad Samad wrote the song lyrics

Here's the lyrics of the song: Kusedar tanah air aku bertuahDi sini tempatku berjasaKusedar sempurna hidupku di siniMalaysia ku terhutang budi(Chorus)Aku negarakuAku negarakuSememangnya negaraku majuNegaraku tanah tumpah darahkuAku negarakuDi hatiku negarakuSelamanya aku negarakuSatuNegaraku tanah tumpah darahkuKita bersama membina masa depanSemangat setinggi angkasaKita bersama bersyukur pada TuhanKepada-Nya kita berserah(Repeat Chorus)Ku laungkan namamu ke seluruh duniaMalaysia aku bahagia(Repeat Chorus)Aku negaraku Those who are interested in keeping a copy of the song may download it from the MOE website.

Do you think the new song will help to instil patriotism among students? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.

About two weeks ago, students were allegedly given a song and asked to sing for PM Najib Razak during the UMNO anniversary celebration event:

                Students Were Allegedly Asked To Sing A 'Love Najib' Song At The UMNO Anniversary Event

UMNO celebrated its 71st anniversary at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium yesterday, 11 May.

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Speaking of which, did you know that a British composer once composed a song for Malaysia's national anthem but it was rejected:

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Google Officially Reveals Its First Upcoming Foldable Phone, The Pixel Fold

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News of a Google foldable smartphone has been circling around the Internet for a few months now.
On 5 May, Google finally responded to these rumours by officially announcing the imminent release of the 'Pixel Fold'.

The Pixel Fold will be Google's debut into the foldable smartphone market. Google's teaser of the Pixel Fold opens up with a display of the phone's back cover and camera bump. The iconic Google logo is also plastered at the back. It then jumps to a horizontal shot of the Pixel Fold slowly being folded open, showcasing its identity as a foldable smartphone.The teaser then features the Pixel Fold fully open, as well as its two available colour options.

It's safe to say that the teaser got us hyped!

Google also revealed that they will reveal more details about the Pixel Fold at Google I/O on 10 May

Google I/O is their annual developer conference held in California, USA. It will be livestreamed globally, and features helpful keynotes and product updates regarding Google products. Stay tuned for more updates!

Aside from the Pixel Fold, here are other foldable smartphones to look out for in 2023:

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Looking for a foldable smartphone? Here's a list of new and soon-to-be-launched models.

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Adik Neelofa Kantoi Beli Kasut Fake 'Adidas Yeezy’ Sampai RM12 Ribu Tapi Tak Mengaku

Mungkin ramai sudah mengenali adik kepada selebriti terkenal Neelofa iaitu Ameera yang pernah mencetuskan kontroversi beberapa bulan lalu

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Dan baru-baru ini, gadis ini sekali lagi mencetuskan kontroversi apabila memuat naik gambar sepasang kasut edisi khas Yeezy yang dibelinya dengan harga 2000 pound (lebih kurang RM12,000).

Setelah gambar itu dimuatnaik di laman Instagram, ianya mendapat perhatian orang ramai kerana seakan-akan ada sesuatu yang tidak kena dengan kasut tersebut

Kasut yang dimaksudkan adalah Adidas Yeezy 350 ‘Pirate Black’. Menerusi gambar itu, para peminat kasut atau sneakerheads di Malaysia perasan kasut tersebut bukanlah original atau kata lainnya palsu.Seorang pengguna Twitter yang bernama Dinie memberitahu gadis tersebut bahawa kasut yang dibelinya itu palsu. Bagaimanapun gadis ini tetap bertegas bahawa kasut yang dibelinya itu original.

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Malahan, apa yang lebih membuatkan ramai kesal, gadis ini turut memperlekehkan sesiapa yang menegurnya

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Tambahnya lagi, beliau mempunyai personal shopper sendiri untuk membeli barang-barang kesukaannya yang tiada di Malaysia

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Selepas beberapa jam isu itu menjadi viral, gadis ini nampaknya dengan sengaja mengeluarkan tweet yang  seakan-akan ingin menampakkan beliau sememangnya kaya

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Untuk pengetahuan anda, kasut ini sebenarnya boleh didapati di pasaran dalam lingkungan RM3000-RM4500 bergantung kepada saiznya

Tetapi kenapa sangat mahal?Ini kerana kasut ini direka oleh rapper terkenal iaitu Kanye West dan kuantiti kasut ini adalah sangat terhad di seluruh dunia. Limited edition lah katakan. Disebabkan beliau kini adalah salah seorang ikon fesyen dunia, jadi apa sahaja yang dipakainya akan menjadi perhatian.

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Dan kalau anda nak tahu, Kasut Yeezy 350 harga asalnya adalah dalam sekitar RM800 sahaja

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Agak-agak macam manalah rasanya kalau anda terhabiskan RM12 ribu untuk kasut fake?

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Harga kek harijadi Neelofa pun apa kurangnya. Baca SINI:

                Kek Hari Jadi Neelofa Bernilai RM6 Ribu, Siap Bertatahkan Kristal Swarovski!

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Singaporeans Are Tired Of The Same Government Too, Says Tun M

In an interview with Financial Times, Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said he believed that the decision by Malaysian voters to vote out BN on 9 May could inspire Singaporeans

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The Pakatan Harapan (PH) pact overthrew the Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition which had been in power since the country's independence.Singapore shares the same political history with Malaysia as the city-state has been under the governance of the People's Action Party (PAP) since the first general election in 1959.

The international daily newspaper noted that Mahathir had "always enjoyed needling neighbouring Singapore"

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"I think the people of Singapore, like the people in Malaysia, must be tired of having the same government, the same party since independence," he said in an interview with Financial Times. Mahathir, who served as the prime minister from 1981 to 2003 before his return, had a rather stormy relationship with Singapore as he rarely saw eye to eye with the late Lee Kuan Yew.

In the same interview, Mahathir also had some reservations about working with President Donald Trump, whom he regarded as "a person who changes his mind overnight"

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"For example, he wants to meet the president of North Korea, then he doesn’t want to meet, and now he’s saying maybe it’s going to happen," he stated.


Sudah Berstatus Bandar Raya, Ini 7 Tempat Menarik Di Subang Jaya Yang Wajib Anda Kunjungi

Umum mengetahui Majlis Perbandaran Subang Jaya (MPSJ) sudah diisytiharkan menjadi Majlis Bandaraya Subang Jaya (MBSJ) berkuat kuasa pada Oktober yang lalu

Dengan pengisytiharan MBSJ, Selangor kini mempunyai tiga majlis bandar raya termasuk Majlis Bandaraya Shah Alam, yang diisytiharkan pada 10 Oktober 2000 dan Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya pada 20 Jun 2006.Bandar raya ini sangat unik sekali kerana ia dilengkapi dengan pelbagai jenis kemudahan awam dan tempat yang dapat menarik ramai pengunjung untuk datang ke kawasan ini.Tidak hanya terkenal dengan pelbagai jenis restoran-restoran yang fresh dan in trend, malah bandar ini mempunyai tempat yang menarik serta unik untuk dilawati. Jom kita lihat:

1. Sim Flight KL

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Sim Flight KL merupakan salah satu tempat yang menarik di Subang Jaya yang boleh dikunjungi oleh orang ramai. Tempat ini menyediakan anda merasai pengalaman seperti memandu pesawat yang sebenar. Apa yang lebih menarik suasana dalaman kokpit simulasi juga mirip dan seakan-akan seperti berada di dalam sebuah kapal terbang yang sebenar. Anda juga boleh mencuba pesawat Air Bus A320, Boeing 737 ataupun bermacam-macam lagi pesawat jika anda datang ke sini.Lokasi: Lapangan Terbang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 47200 Subang, SelangorWaktu Dibuka: 10:00 pagi hingga 8:00 malamHarga: Mengikut packages yang telah disediakanWebsite: http://simflightkl.com.my/

2. Farm In The City

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Farm In The City merupakan sebuah perkampungan zoo yang menempatkan pelbagai spesies haiwan yang menarik untuk dilihat.Tempat ini juga sangat sesuai untuk berkunjung bersama ahli keluarga dan anak-anak kecil.Bagi anda yang suka melakukan aktiviti yang membolehkan anda untuk berinteraksi dengan haiwan serta melihat kehijauan flora, tempat menarik di Subang ini wajib anda kunjungi.Lokasi: Lot 40187-40188, Jalan Prima Tropika Barat 1, Pusat Bandar Putra Permai, 43300 Seri Kembangan, SelangorWaktu Dibuka: Setiap hari 10:00 pagi hingga 8:00 malam. Tutup pada hari SelasaHarga: Dewasa (MyKad) RM39,Kanak-kanak (MyKad) RM32 bawah 11 tahun Website: https://www.farminthecity.my/

3. Asean Water Sports Village Puchong

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Jika anda sukakan aktiviti yang lasak, jadi inilah tempat yang sesuai untuk anda kunjungi. Pusat rekreasi sangat popular dikalangan penggemar sukan lasak air kerana ia menawarkan pelbagai jenis aktiviti yang boleh dilakukan.Antara sukan yang ditawarkan adalah Banana Boat, GX4, Graphic Deck, Aqua Fly, Fifty Four, Turbo Blast, Fish Fly dan Evo Pro 3. Selain itu, terdapat juga aktiviti santai yang anda boleh lakukan bersama anak-anak anda iaitu bermain layang-layang ataupun berkayak.Lokasi: 2, 1, Jalan Raya 7, Kawasan Perindustrian Seri Kembangan, 43300 Seri Kembangan, SelangorWaktu Dibuka: Setiap hari 9:00 pagi hingga 6:00 petangHarga: Mengikut jenis aktivitiWebsite: Facebook

4. Sunway Lagoon

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Adakah anda mencari  ataupun makanan yang sejuk bagi menyegarkan kembali tubuh? maka Sunway Lagoon adalah jawapannya.Sunway Lagoon merupakan taman temai air yang dibuka sejak tahun 1992.  Dari awal pembukaannya, taman ini sudah dibaik pulih dan ditambah fasiliti permainan air.Ianya mempunyai lebih 80 tarikan pelancong yang terdiri dari Water Park, Amusement Park, Wildlife Park, Extreme Park dan Scream Park. Malah, tempat ini mendapat pengiktirafan di peringkat antarabangsa seperti Asia’s Best Waterpark and Asia’s Best Attraction oleh IAAPA juga membuktikan bahawa Sunway Lagoon adalah destinasi pelancongan hebat yang harus dikunjungi.Lokasi: 3, Jalan PJS 11/11, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya, SelangorWaktu Dibuka: Setiap hari 10:00 pagi hingga 6:00 petangHarga: Dewasa (MyKad) RM202,Kanak-kanak (MyKad) RM170 Website: https://sunwaylagoon.com/

5. Speedway Plus Go Kart

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Tempat ini merupakan tempat yang sering dikunjungi oleh mereka yang meminati sukan permotoran go kart. Litar yang sepanjang hampir 1 kilometer (km) ini memang sangat mencabar dengan pelbagai jenis selekoh.Jika anda mahu merasai pengalaman menaiki go kart di sini pastikan anda membuat tempahan terlebih dahulu kerana dikhuatiri penuh dan bertembung dengan acara yang akan dilakukan.Lokasi: Lebuhraya Utara - Selatan Hubungan Tengah, 47630 Subang Jaya, SelangorWaktu Dibuka: Setiap hari 10:00 pagi hingga 6:00 petangHarga: RM50 untuk 10 minit Website: Plus

6. Skypark, One City Mall

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Sebuah pusat pusat beli-belah yang sangat menarik untuk dikunjungi. Antara tarikan utama di sini ialah Skypark dimana ia berada di aras bumbung atas bangunan ini.Skypark merupakan satu taman yang berada di atas bumbung di mana lantainya diperbuat daripada kaca yang jernih dan boleh nampak ke bahagian bawah.Tempat ini sangat sesuai untuk santai dan melihat pemandangan sambil mengambil foto buat kenangan.Lokasi: 1, F-11-01, Jalan USJ 25/1B, One City, 47650 Subang Jaya, Selangor Waktu Dibuka: Setiap hari 10:00 pagi hingga 10:00 malamHarga: PercumaWebsite: https://www.onecity.com.my/

7. Kilang Coklat Beryl's

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Pasti ramai yang daripada merupakan penggemar coklat bukan? di sini anda bukan sahaja dapat membeli pelbagai jenis coklat.Tetapi anda juga boleh melihat proses pembuatan coklat serta pembungkusannya melalui cermin kaca khas yang disediakan. Antara coklat yang ada di sini ialah coklat strawberi, coklat almond dan sebagainya. Jangan terkejut ya, coklat nangka pun turut ada di sini!Lokasi: 2, 1, Jalan Raya 7, Kawasan Perindustrian Seri Kembangan, 43300 Seri Kembangan, SelangorWaktu Dibuka: Setiap hari 8:00 pagi hingga 5:30 petangHarga: PercumaWebsite:https://www.berylschocolate.com.my/

Apa tunggu lagi, dah boleh plan dalam things to do dengan kawan atau keluarga untuk singgah ke tempat-tempat ini :)

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Lelaki Ini Jelaskan Ukuran Inci Di China Berbeza Dengan Di UK. Hati-Hati Bila Beli Baju!

Tak lama lagi, Hari Raya Aidilfitri bakal menjengah tiba

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Segala persiapan Hari Raya seperti kuih raya, santapan raya, hiasan rumah waktu raya, termasuklah baju raya sudah semestinya sama ada sudah disediakan, ataupun masih dalam proses persediaan.Ada sesetengah individu memilih untuk membeli baju raya secara online. Warna, corak, model, ukuran antara tarikan individu memilih membeli secara online tanpa menyiasat terlebih dahulu secara terperinci baju itu. Asalkan lawa, terusnya dibeli!

Tapi perasan tak, kadang-kadang baju yang dibeli itu, bila sampai ke tangan, tidak sama dan tidak kena pula dengan badan kita walhal waktu membelinya itu, kita sudah confident dengan saiz yang kita pilih.

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Haa... Boleh jadi ukuran yang kita gunakan sebenarnya berbeza dengan dengan ukuran yang digunakan si penjual. Bagaimana perkara ini boleh terjadi? Apa yang dimaksudkan dengan berbeza ukuran? Bukankah ukuran mahupun saiz itu sudah 'standard'?Seorang pengguna Facebook, Kamarul Ariffin Nor Sadan telah menjelaskan tentang perkara ini. Isu salah saiz ini boleh timbul kerana terdapat perbezaan dari segi ukuran inci yang digunakan di UK dan di China.

Baca perkongsian penuh di bawah:

Inci: Tukang jahit bergaduh.Sekarang tengah viral perkongsian pasal perbezaan pita ukur inci yang ada di Malaysia ini.Perbezaan ini jadi masalah di zaman sekarang sebab baju beli online, pembeli pakai pita ukur inci lain, penjual pakai pita ukur inci lain.

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Itu yang bila baju yang dibeli online sampai, jadi tak muatlah, terbesarlah, singkatlah, labuhlah. Lepas tu habis gaduh antara penjual dan pembeli.Lalu ada orang yang kongsi tentang perbezaan pita ukur ni. Dia banding ikut warna. Ada tukang jahit kata ukuran inci pita putih yang salah, ada budak ijazah tekstil kata putih yang betul.Habis bergaduh pula sesama tukang jahit.

Sebenarnya, dua-dua pihak ini salah!

Mereka salah kerana bertelagah pasal pita warna apa yang betul, sedangkan warna tu bukan sesuatu tetapan standard.Ada 2 ukuran inci :◾ Inci US/UK ◾ Inci ChinaKedua-dua ukuran ni tak ada tetapan warna pita ukurnya standard. Kadang inci UK pita putih, kadang inci China pita putih. Malah ia boleh datang dengan apa sahaja warna.

Pita ukur inci China (cun) berwarna putih.
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Pita ukur inci China (cun) berwarna pink.
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Sebab tu pertikaian pita warna apa yang betul adalah pertikaian yang tak sah (valid). Sepatutnya yang dibincangkan adalah inci mana yang diguna pakai di Malaysia.Inci UK atau inci China?

Jawapannya inci UK, sebab sistem ukuran di Malaysia ni semua ikut sistem UK.
Logik, kan?

Jika warna pita tak boleh nak digunakan untuk bezakan antara kedua-dua inci ni, jadi macam mana nak bezakan?Inci UK = 2.54cm◾ Setiap inci ada 7 senggat dia antaranya◾ Satu senggat = ⅛ inci = 1 hun◾ Satu inci = 8 hun

Pita ukur inci UK dibanding dengan pembaris yang selalu tukang jahit guna.
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Inci China = 3.33cm◾ Di China ia dipanggil cun (市寸) ◾ Setiap cun ada 9 senggat di antaranya ◾ Satu senggat = 1/10 cun

Jadi, cara mudah nak tahu mana inci yang betul, adalah:◾ Semak dengan pembaris sm◾ Ada tertulis cun(市寸) = China◾ Ada 7 senggat antara inci = UK

Kalau beli baju online di Malaysia biasanya guna inci UK. Tapi kalau barang dari China, mungkin guna inci China atau UK. Nak selamat pakai sentimeter (sm).Nota: ada pembaris yang guna inci UK tapi ada 9 senggat antaranya, tapi lazimnya akan dilabel 'tenth'.

Ada pembaris yang gunka inci UK tapi senggatan ada 9 di antara inci, namun lazimnya ia akan dilabel TENTH.
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Semoga dengan informasi ini, tiada lagi masalah tersalah beli saiz baju, lebih-lebih lagi yang beli secara online!

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Influencer Claims That No Letter Is Needed To Travel From Selangor To Janda Baik In Pahang

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A local businesswoman-cum-online personality recently landed in hot water after posting photos of her trip to Janda Baik, Pahang on Instagram

On Monday, 13 September, the woman uploaded photos of herself and her family riding all-terrain vehicles (ATV) at a campsite.Her caption read, "Alhamdulillah, when we heard that the government declared that all leisure activities can now take off their 'masks', we became the first to officiate @rimbavalley.jandabaik with the children in Janda Baik yesterday.""Only 30 minutes from our home, this is good news for kids who have been trapped at home for too long. We're not the only ones happy to get to go into the forest, people in the forest were also happy to see us," she added jokingly.The post garnered over 7,389 likes and has been republished by netizens on other social media platforms.

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She also emphasised that a travel permit is not needed to travel to Janda Baik as the Gombak Toll Plaza is located within the Selangor border

The woman, who is also the wife of a former politician, wrote, "No need for a letter because the Gombak Toll Plaza is still within the Selangor border. Those who want to cross states still need a letter. What's important is, no matter where we go, we still have to maintain a physical distance and complete two doses of the vaccine, okay?"

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Her post garnered backlash from netizens, especially those who have been patiently waiting to cross state borders so they could reunite with loved ones

One person wrote, "My wife is from Janda Baik. But since January 2021, we couldn't go back there. My question is, can we really travel interstate? If we can, I really want to go back to my hometown to meet my in-laws. I swear to Allah that I really want to see them."

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Directing their comment to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), a user commented, "PDRM, can we travel interstate for recreational purposes? I'm from Pahang but can't go back to my hometown."

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A Twitter user wrote, "Seriously? My hometown is in Janda Baik and I'm still decaying here in Shah Alam. I have yet to travel to Janda Baik. It's been months since I went back to my hometown. Or has Janda Baik become a district within Selangor?"

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Following the backlash, the businesswoman has since restricted the comments on her Instagram profile.

Remember to limit your movement and keep practising physical distancing. Find out the latest COVID-19 updates on the Ministry of Health's COVIDNOW website.

Recently, 12 individuals were fined RM5,000 each for travelling to Genting Highlands from Kuala Lumpur:

                12 People Travelling From KL To Genting Highlands Fined RM5,000 Each

10 men and two women were compounded and they were between the ages of 20 and 58.

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PRISMA Announces 13 Programmes That Will Benefit M'sian Artists & Cultural Workers

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This Spotlight is sponsored by The Cultural Economy Development Agency (CENDANA).

The Cultural Economy Development Agency (CENDANA) was launched in September 2017 as part of the government's efforts to develop the arts and culture sector in Malaysia

Since its inception, CENDANA has created job opportunities for more than 7,200 artists and cultural workers and upskilled more than 1,800 practitioners.The COVID-19 Impact on the Arts Report showed that 93% of Malaysian artists and cultural workers had been negatively impacted by the pandemic, with 70% having lost all or most of their income. Therefore, it is critical that CENDANA continues to sustain the sector, so that artists and organisations can continue to work and nourish the imagination of Malaysians nationwide, both during the crisis and in the period of recovery.

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In response to COVID-19, the Ministry of Communications and Multimedia’s announced the Malaysia Creative Industries Stimulus Package (PRISMA) to support and encourage sustainability of Malaysia's creative industry amid the pandemic

Minister YB Dato’ Saifuddin Abdullah, Ministry of Communications and Multimedia Malaysia (MCMC)
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"This is a difficult time for all, but we hope that the PRISMA allocation of RM89.2million will help sustain 9,000 practitioners and create 40,000 job opportunities in spaces, arts organisations, production houses, bands and theatre groups whose work are loved by Malaysians.32 programmes are carved out to support Malaysian workers in namely film, music, digital creative content, visual arts, performances and crafts," Minister YB Dato’ Saifuddin Abdullah said.Part of the PRISMA package includes programmes administered by both MyCreative Ventures and CENDANA. In an effort to support the arts sector through this pandemic, these recovery initiatives will assist them in ensuring continuity to their activities and encourage sustainability of the art scene and wider creative industries as they adapt and stabilise in line with the new normal. So if you're an artist, performer, musician, craft-maker, or from the creative sector, you are encouraged to check out what's available and apply to these funding programmes and the various opportunities available!

Have a look at CENDANA's recovery initiatives introduced under PRISMA and see if they apply to you:

1. Arts Organisation Resilience Funding Programme

Arts Organisation Resilience Funding Programme 2021
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Registered artistic organisations, associations, and societies across the performing arts, visual arts, independent music, and craft sectors will receive support for arts continuity, development for resilience, and supporting sustainability. The aim of the funding programme includes supporting the practice and operations of Malaysian arts organisations nationwide.Grant Value: Up to RM150,000 per arts organisation for the duration of 12 months.Application Dates: 1 March 2021 - 31 March 2021

2. Arts Venue Recovery Programme

Arts Venue Recovery Funding Programme 2021
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This programme will prepare, train, and transition performing arts, visual arts, independent music, and craft venue owners nationwide to be ready in preparing a safe and healthy environment for the audience as well as participants whilst supporting basic operating expenses.Grant Value: Up to RM35,000 per participating venue for a duration of six months for rent, utilities, and marketing costs.Application Dates: 9 March 2021 - 9 April 2021

3. Create Now Funding Programme

Create Now Funding Programme 2021
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This programme aims to support Malaysian artists, arts organisations, and collectives in the artistic development of short, new, or adapted digital work that has not been released to the public.Grant Value: Up to RM1,500 per individual artist/cultural worker as well as artisans and craft-makers and RM3,500 per collective/arts organisation.Application Dates: Currently ongoing till 23 March 2021. A second cycle will be open from 4 May 2021 - 4 June 2021

4. Visual Arts Showcase Funding Programme

Visual Arts Showcase Funding Programme 2021
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This programme encourages the development of the visual arts sector through initiatives like an art exhibition, residency programme, documentation, publication, or innovative presentation via the use of technology relating to contemporary expressions of Malaysian visual art; research, networking, facilitation of art projects, capacity building as well as mobility and the promotion of Malaysian-made works.Grant Value: Up to RM30,000 for the duration of the project.Application Date: Starts 22 March 2021

5. Performing Arts Presentation Funding Programme

Performing Arts Presentation Funding Programme 2021
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This programme aims to support growth of the performing arts sector through the creation of work, development of practice, building networks, facilitation of arts projects, upskilling initiatives, as well as mobility and promotion of Malaysian-made showcases. The funding programme enables and encourages multidisciplinary collaborations, expansion of quality creations, creating greater access to the arts, and development of the sector.Grant Value: Up to RM30,000 for the duration of the project.Application Date: Starts 1 April 2021

6. Adiguru CENDANA

Adiguru CENDANA
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Adiguru CENDANA aims to sustain the development and ensure continuity of traditional art forms from diverse communities of Malaysia, as well as to create awareness, encourage transfer of knowledge and documentation work, in addition to supporting partnerships between regional economic corridor development and these local communities.Adiguru CENDANA will open for a call for applications and nominations nationwide to recognise persons of different traditions and heritage, who possess to a very high degree the knowledge and skills (with more than 12 years of experience) required for performing or re-creating specific elements of the traditional art forms.Grant Value: Up to RM30,000 for the duration of up to 12 months.Application Date: Starts 1 April 2021

7. Independent Music Funding Programme

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Independent Music Funding Programme supports the creation and adaptation of Malaysian independent music content. The programme’s aim is to expand the range of high-quality works for audiences in Malaysia and to encourage local practitioners to push the boundaries of their music.Grant Value: Up to RM30,000 for the duration of the project.Application Dates: 6 April 2021 - 6 May 2021

8. Visual Arts Inspire Funding Programme

Visual Arts Inspire Funding Programme 2021
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For mid-career artists with more than 12 years of experience, the Visual Arts Inspire Funding Programme supports them to enhance their capacity as practising artists by providing them an opportunity to participate in a creative exploration process and research excursion to assist in their artistic process.Grant Value: Up to RM15,000 for the journey and research, and up to RM30,000 for the follow-up exhibition.Application Date: Starts 1 June 2021

9. ACE Workshop

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ACE Workshop is a series of capacity building opportunities that contribute to the professional advancement of Malaysian artists and cultural workers working in performing arts, visual arts, independent music, and craft sectors.Participation for these online workshops are free. Dates for the workshops will be shared on CENDANA’s website and social media platforms.Application Date: The first workshop/sharing session was held on 16 February 2021. There are ongoing workshops taking place. Please check CENDANA's Facebook page for upcoming workshops in March 2021.

10. Panggung Rakyat

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Panggung Rakyat is a digital platform that promotes and celebrates our traditional culture. It offers an enriching and in-depth entertainment experience to foster a sense of togetherness through engagement and interaction for audiences.The programme invites traditional performers from all around Malaysia to perform for the public to appreciate and celebrate. It is scheduled to be aired in May 2021.

11. Seni Untuk Semua

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Seni Untuk Semua is an educational art show that will be featured on  TV Pendidikan channel as well as RTM and CENDANA’s digital platforms, focusing on local arts practitioners sharing with viewers the basic skills in making art.Viewers will enjoy the various stages of art-making step by step in a cool and fun manner. It hopes to inspire the wider public to create art together with their children in the comforts of their own homes.Those keen to perform or teach arts online can get in touch with CENDANA at [email protected]. The programme will be aired in May 2021.

12. Art in the City Public Art Commissioning Programme

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This programme provides an opportunity for Malaysian individual artists or cultural workers, collectives, and organisations, in addition to community art-based groups nationwide to create and organise public art initiatives such as performances, exhibitions, murals, public sculptures, installation art, light installation, video projection, street art, workshops, and more.Grant Value: Up to RM100,000 per project.Application Date: Starts 1 June 2021

Note: The 13th programme, Craft Industry Choice Programme, has recently closed submissions, but there are many other programmes available for you to explore.

Find out more about PRISMA's programmes at CENDANA's website and explore other opportunities for the wider creative industries here.

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[PHOTOS] KTMB Introduces Temperature-Scanning Helmets For 'RoboCops' At Train Stations

In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19, Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has recently introduced temperature-scanning helmets for officers on duty at local train stations

On Tuesday, 13 October, KTMB uploaded several photos on Facebook along with the caption, "KTMB has recently taken one step forward by introducing temperature-scanning helmets to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.""This method is an addition to the current methods used such as temperature scanners at stations, hand sanitisers, and train sanitisation," they added.

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Auxiliary police are able to detect a person's temperature just by wearing the high-tech device

"Hopefully with these methods in place, passengers would be more confident to use KTMB's services," the rail operator noted in their post.

They also explained that the use of the helmets are still in the trial stage to ensure it's effectiveness and suitability with auxiliary police.

Photos show officers wearing the helmets and conducting checks at train station platforms as well as inside the train itself.

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Image via KTM Berhad (Facebook)

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Many netizens are impressed by the futuristic move

One person wrote, "Wow, more high-tech. The public will look at the police and think they're so fashionable. Good job."

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"I was surprised to see it. Also kind of looks like anti-protest police. Anyway, good job. Constant surveillance," commented another netizen.

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One user said, "Great initiative, admin. Congratulations KTMB."

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Meanwhile, others likened the police officers to RoboCop

One user commented, "Wow, they're like RoboCop."

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"They're kind of like RoboCop, admin. Good job, KTMB. Congratulations," noted another commenter.

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Another person said, "They look like RoboCop now."

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Well done, KTMB!

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Johor Police Buys Groceries For A Starving Family They Found Outside During MCO

Two policemen in Johor Bahru recently went viral for going above and beyond to help a family in need

On Friday, 26 March, the Johor Police Facebook page wrote about two officers who helped a couple they found outside with a child while they were enforcing the Movement Control Order (MCO).

The post has since garnered 6,800 comments and 11,000 shares.

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Upon finding the family at a playground, the officers ordered them to go home and comply with the MCO.
The mother immediately broke into tears and explained that they did not have any food at home and could not afford to buy supplies.

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The post read, "The policemen took the family to a grocery store to buy food and even bought milk formula for the one-year-old child. The officer said that the toddler was only fed Milo and sugar from her baby bottle."

It is also mentioned that the small family lives in a rented room at Taman Tampoi Indah. The father stopped working part-time in Singapore as he is unable to obtain a work permit. Meanwhile, the wife works as a janitor at Larkin but has been forced to take leave.

"Thank you to Corporal Mohd Hisham Mustafa and Constable Mudrikah Nazirul Nordin who offered a helping hand to the family. We truly hope that the couple will receive the aid they need," the caption added.

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Netizens were touched by the story and left kind words for the police officers

One person wrote, "May these two police officers be blessed and granted good health. Protect these policemen and other officers who tirelessly fight against COVID-19. Protect those who have pure hearts and help other citizens in need. Only Allah can repay your kindness. May you and your family always be in Allah's grace."

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"Good job, PDRM. Hopefully our Prime Minister and the government can quickly come up with a good plan during this crisis to help the rakyat," commented another netizen.

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Another netizen said, "Oh, Allah. So touched to see these generous policemen. May they be blessed and granted good health."

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UNO Now Says You Only Have To Pick Up ONE Card If You Don't Have A Matching Card To Play

After basically ruining everyone's lifelong beliefs with two revelations earlier this year, UNO has dropped yet another bombshell about its increasingly infuriating game rules:

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Yep, you've been drawing all those cards for nothing.
According to UNO, there's no need to draw countless cards until you get a colour or number that matches the Discard pile. You only have to draw ONE, and skip your turn if you can't play that card.

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To add insult to injury, we regret to inform you that it's stated in black and white on the card game's official instructions. It reads: "If you don’t have a card that matches the one on the DISCARD pile, you must take a card from the DRAW pile. If the card you picked up can be played, you are free to put it down in the same turn. Otherwise, play moves on to the next person in turn."

But here's the kicker - the "rule" does not apply for UNO's PC, console, and mobile versions!

In fact, UNO confirmed in the comments section that the aforementioned game formats feature "popular house rules" that are we'd commonly use.

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Now if you'll excuse us, we're gonna continue watching our opponents sweat as they keep drawing cards because they don't have a card to play. :p

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Masa Skrin Boleh Akibatkan Autisme? Pakar Psikologi Bongkar 5 Mitos Tentang ASD!

Bilangan orang yang didiagnosis dengan Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) di Malaysia telah meningkat secara berterusan sepanjang dekad yang lalu

Menurut Persatuan Autisme Kebangsaan Malaysia, Autisme adalah salah satu kecacatan perkembangan yang paling banyak didiagnosis dalam kalangan kanak-kanak, dengan anggaran sebanyak 1 dalam 68 bayi baru lahir. Namun, ia masih kekal sebagai salah satu gangguan yang paling mengelirukan ramai kerana spektrum setiap penghidap memaparkan tanda dan gelaja berbeza. Sempena Bulan Kesedaran Autisme, kami bercakap dengan Tan Cheng Yi, penasihat di Autism Initiatives Malaysia (AIM) dan ahli psikologi pendidikan bertauliah yang pakar dalam pembelajaran kesihatan mental & tingkah laku kanak-kanak serta remaja untuk mengetahui tentang gangguan Autisme itu dengan lebih lanjut.

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Kami meminta pakar menerangkan mitos yang benar dan yang tidak tentang Autisme:

Mitos 1: Autisme disebabkan oleh vaksin

Menurut Tan, mitos tersebut merupakan mitos terbesar yang dipercayai orang ramai. "Vaksinasi tidak menyebabkan autisme. Doktor yang menerbitkan penyelidikan itu telah dibuang daripada daftar perubatan kerana memalsukan fakta tentang mitos itu," katanya.Dia menambah bahawa walaupun mitos itu telah disangkal dengan baik, khabar angin yang telah menyebabkan ketakutan orang ramai untuk menerima vaksin. Lebih mengelirukan lagi adalah Autisme sering didiagnosis pada usia yang kanak-kanak menerima vaksin mereka. Sebab itulah, ada yang percaya mitos tersebut. Bagaimanapun, dia ingin mengingatkan semula kepada semua orang bahawa walaupun ia berlaku pada masa yang sama, ia tidak bermakna vaksin menjadi asbab Autisme.

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Mitos 2: Menonton TV terlalu kerap menyebabkan autisme

"Menonton TV, YouTube atau mana-mana skrin terlalu kerap tidak menyebabkan autisme," kata Tan.Autisme adalah gangguan perkembangan saraf dengan penyumbang berbilang dan kompleks. Oleh sebab itu, puncanya tidak dapat dikenal pasti. Walau bagaimanapun, kanak-kanak autisme mempunyai kecenderungan lebih tinggi untuk ketagih pada skrin. “Ini kerana rancangan TV boleh menenangkan dan menghiburkan kanak-kanak autisme. Mereka juga boleh menjangkakan beberapa siri peristiwa akan berlaku, lebih-lebih lagi jika mereka telah menonton rancangan berulang kali.""Mereka tahu apa yang diharapkan berbanding dengan kehidupan realiti kerana mereka tidak dapat meramalkan tingkah laku orang lain." jelas Tan. Namun, dia mengingatkan bahawa menonton TV terlalu kerap boleh memburukkan lagi sifat autistik kanak-kanak kerana mereka sudah terbiasa sehinggakan mereka rasa selesa dan memilih untuk tidak berinteraksi dengan orang sekeliling.

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Mitos 3: Autisme boleh disembuhkan

"Autisme adalah sepanjang hayat. Kanak-kanak autisme tidak boleh sembuh, tetapi mereka boleh mengatasi banyak gejala dengan sokongan dan intervensi yang betul," jawab Tan. ASD adalah gangguan perkembangan, ini bermakna apabila kanak-kanak membesar, mereka akan mempamerkan sifat dan kebolehan yang berbeza melalui cabaran yang berbeza. Mereka juga memerlukan jenis sokongan yang berlainan pada setiap peringkat kehidupan. Sebagai contoh, pada usia dua tahun, kanak-kanak mungkin mengalami kesukaran dalam kemahiran pertuturan dan bahasa. Kemudian pada usia lima atau enam tahun, apabila mereka pergi ke sekolah, mereka mungkin bergelut dengan menulis, celik huruf dan matematik. "Positifnya, sesetengah kanak-kanak menjadi lebih baik dalam mengawal tingkah laku dan sensitiviti deria mereka dengan bantuan yang betul. Mereka juga dapat menyesuaikan diri dengan dunia luar. Jadi apabila meningkat dewasa, mereka mungkin kurang terjejas dengan gejala Autisme", katanya.

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Mitos 4: Individu autistik adalah genius

"Saya telah menemui beberapa individu autistik yang benar-benar pintar dan membuatkan saya terpesona dengan kekuatan otak, kecerdasan dan keupayaan mereka untuk melakukan perkara yang saya tak jangka seperti seni, muzik, matematik, sains, bahasa dan sukan," kata Tan. Beliau berkata sesetengah orang autistik mungkin mempunyai sifat bijak. Perkara ini merupakan situasi yang jarang berlaku apabila seseorang yang kurang upaya mentalnya menunjukkan kebolehan tertentu yang jauh lebih baik daripada biasa. "Tetapi hakikatnya, spektrum autisme sangat luas dan boleh berubah daripada kurang upaya intelektual yang teruk kepada mereka yang berbakat. Kebanyakan orang akan berada di tengah-tengah spektrum, jadi kita tidak boleh mengatakan semua individu autistik adalah genius," jelasnya.

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Mitos 5: Orang autistik ialah seorang antisosial

"Orang yang mempunyai ASD mungkin mengalami kesukaran untuk berkomunikasi dan berinteraksi dengan orang lain, tetapi itu tidak bermakna mereka antisosial," kata Tan. "Autisme berlaku atas spektrum keupayaan, jadi ada orang yang pandai bergaul dan ada juga yang lebih suka bersendirian. Malah, ada juga yang mungkin mengalami masalah komunikasi yang teruk sehingga menyukarkan mereka untuk bergaul."Ibu ayah perlu bersabar dengan mereka, beri masa untuk mereka menyesuaikan diri dengan situasi sosial. "Interaksi sosial merupakan proses dua hala. Kedua-dua pihak perlu menyesuaikan diri untuk membolehkan yang lain berhubung.  Orang yang mempunyai autisme akan menjadi cemas dan suka mengelakkan diri daripada bersosial. Sabar dan terimalah mereka tetapi jangan paksa mereka bercakap apabila mereka tidak bersedia," jelas Tan lagi.

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Angry Woman Who Flung SUV Licence Plate At JB Checkpoint Says She Was 'Protecting Her Son'

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A series of videos of a woman blocking a Toyota Alphard with her body on the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link has gone viral online

Dashcam footage from the black sports utility vehicle (SUV) shows the woman sitting in the passenger seat of a red Kia sedan. A man's seemingly annoyed voice can be heard in the video calling the driver stupid for having scratched their car.It is understood from the videos that the Toyota was trying to overtake the Kia sedan on the road. After making way for the Toyota SUV, the driver of the Kia sedan changes his mind and closes the gap, which results in both of their cars being scratched.A road quarrel then ensues.At first, a man from the Toyota can be seen arguing with the driver and passenger of the Kia. The female passenger was seen holding up her phone and was believed to be recording the incident from her side.

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In one of the videos the man gets into his car, and then the woman decides to stand in front of it in an attempt to block the SUV's way

She can be seen standing with a confident expression and stance and did not budge, even when the car moved forward slightly or when the man threatened to call the police.The driver of the larger vehicle kept pushing the woman forward, and she can be seen in several videos struggling to hold the car back.The dashcam then captures the woman gesturing to the other cars on the road to keep moving, all whilst being honked at, presumably to further antagonise the SUV driver.In her last fit of rage, she rips off the SUV's number plate and throws it at the car's windshield. She then leaves and hurries back into the passenger seat of the Kia.

Image via SG Road Vigilante (YouTube)

Image via SG Road Vigilante (YouTube)

The woman in the video later defended her actions, saying that she was only trying to protect her son, who was the driver of the red Kia sedan

The woman told Shin Min Daily News that they were on the way to visit relatives in Malaysia that day when the traffic was very heavy.While stuck in traffic, they noticed the Toyota SUV trying to cut in line towards the immigration checkpoint.When it came to their turn, they did not make way for the SUV to cut in, but the Toyota kept forcing its way through, which led to a minor collision and the aforementioned quarrel. The woman explained that she was going to let the incident slide as the scratches were only minor, but she claimed that the driver of the SUV yelled vulgarities at her son, challenged him to a one-on-one fight, and also refused to be reasonable before getting back into his car.This led her to block the Toyota SUV. She added that she did not expect the car to keep moving when she was standing in front of it, causing her thighs to be scratched by the licence plate of the car. Angered, she ripped it off and threw it at the car's windshield.

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Johor police are now looking for the woman after the driver of the SUV lodged a police report

According to a statement posted on Facebook, the SUV driver was returning to Singapore from residential development Forest City in Johor.Iskandar Puteri district police chief ACP Rahmat Ariffin said there were no injuries but the victim's car was lightly damaged.He added that the woman allegedly harassed the SUV driver by yelling obscenities to his family and passersby.The case is being investigated under Section 427 of the Penal Code for mischief.

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LGE Reminds Developers In Malaysia To Reduce House Prices On A National Level

With construction services exempted from sales and services tax (SST), Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng has urged developers to reduce prices of property on a national level

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng.
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He was speaking at the Real Estate Housing Developers' Association Malaysia (Rehda) Institute CEO Series 2018 on 24 September."The government wants to see the reduction of house price(s). We are not interested to see developers giving out freebies from the saving(s). It is meaningless. All the people hope to buy cheaper homes," Lim reportedly said during the press conference, according to EdgeProp.

The SST exemption on construction services is meant to benefit Malaysians by making housing affordable

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According to The Star, Lim said the decision to exempt construction services from being taxed under SST was because residential property prices are too high for Malaysian levels of income today. He also said he is aware that there is a need for people's incomes to rise, but it will not be fast enough because an income rise will have to be accompanied by productivity."So we cut SST on construction services. So let us (the government and private developers) meet half way," Lim added.

Lim added that if developers fail to drop property prices, the SST exemption will be removed

"If this does not happen, then the government may have to rethink the exemption given and find new ways to make houses affordable, especially to first-time buyers," he said.In response, Rehda president Datuk Soam Heng Choon called for developers' cooperation.

Rehda president Datuk Soam Heng Choon.
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Soam also told EdgeProp, "Rehda Institute is doing a study now. We will present the study to the Finance Minister before Budget 2019 (is tabled) this year."Budget 2019 will be tabled on 2 November.


This Book Has Sexual Content And It’s Now A Compulsory Read For Form 4 Students

The past few decades have seen Malaysians complaining about the questionable state of the local education system, with many concerned about the lack of substance in the syllabus

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Recently, a large group young local doctors quit their medical profession over their inability to properly communicate in English, despite the fact that the education system requires students to learn the global language for a good 11 years, in both primary and secondary school. Lack of importance to the English language and standards of the syllabus have been questioned many times in the past, with the Education ministry constantly assuring that with every new education blueprint, solid changes are being made to improve the system.

In the latest argument against the education system, a shelter for pregnant teens have expressed disappointment over a compulsory read for Form Four students, "Pantai Kasih", claiming that it has inappropriate sexual contents

Pantai Kasih novel by author Azmah Nordin
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“We feel it is unreasonable that ‘Pantai Kasih’, which has lewd elements, is used as a secondary school textbook,” Petubuhan Kebajikan Darul Wardah (Darwa) chairperson Hazlina Abd Razak said.“We assist teenagers who fall pregnant out of wedlock at the Darul Wardah Selangor shelter and rehabilitation centre.Hazlina said the teens Darwa counsels say that they learn of sex at school from their peers or through watching pornographic videos on their mobile telephones at the back of the classroom, when the teacher is not in.

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"Pantai Kasih" tells the story of a group of wealthy doctors and the trials and tribulations they face while working at a local private hospital

Page 56 of the Pantai Kasih novel, detailing the excerpt about the sexual encounter
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The novel's main character, Dr Raiha is described as a passionate, young, intelligent doctor who is battling the demons of her past and the sudden loss of her young daughter. While for most part of the novel, the story just revolves around the struggles of the main characters, there is an excerpt describing a passionate "sexual" encounter between the leading lady and her husband.

The much debated, translated version of the excerpt reads:“Raiha became the victim of his rapacity. It was unplanned and without Raiha’s permission, that special genetic cell belonging to Dr Sadiz entered Raiha’s body.“Dr Sadiz continued in his glee, completing an "autopsy" on Raiha’s body, trapped on the lift floor,” a translation of the excerpt of the Bahasa Malaysia novel reads.

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According to Hazlina, the teenagers at Darwa claim that students usually learn about sex by watching pornographic videos with their peers in class, in the absence of teachers

So having books that allude to sexual relations as part of the syllabus does not help, and should be retracted from the syllabus, she said.“Education should set us on the right path. We urge the selection panel to be more careful and aware of their responsibilities,” Hazlina added.

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However, Parent Action Group for Education (Page) chairperson Noor Azimah Abdul Rahim thinks that the novel could be an effective way to educate students on sex and dealing with such taboo issues

Page chairman Datin Noor Azimah Abdul Rahim
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Noor Azimah said teenagers today were already facing such situations in their own lives.Introducing such novels would make it easier for teenagers to discuss such topics with their teachers and for teachers to educate them on this, she said.“Such a novel is suitable because many at that age are falling in love,” Noor Azimah told Malaysiakini.

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Meanwhile, local author Raiha Bahaudin urged the education ministry to be more selective with the kind of content they use in school syllabus and to not promote books that portray women in a bad light

Author Raiha Bahaudin
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Speaking against such "lewd" romance novels, Raiha noted that there are one too many books like in the market and that most of the authors are women. “Maybe some will say I feel slighted because the main character in that steamy scene shares my name. Maybe. But please. Be more judicious in your writing.“The fact is, those who write such stories that place women in demeaning positions are mostly women themselves,” said Raiha in an open letter, signing off as a "worried mother and writer", as reported by Malaysiakini.

Raiha stressed that there are other ways to encourage school students to read more, suggesting books like "The Hunger Games" and "The Maze Runner" that promotes the power of determination and fighting against corruption

Dystopian novel, The Hunger Games
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Even if the intention is to use pop fiction to attract young readers, quality should not be compromised, she said.“This is not a battle between literature and pop fiction, and we know that not all literary works are suitable for children, and vice-versa.

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Comparing "Pantai Kasih" with "Sing to The Dawn", the literature component for Form 5 English about the struggles between farmers and capitalists, teacher, Faeiz Ali lamented about the worsening quality of Malay writing in the country

Faeiz Ali's Facebook status about the Pantai Kasih novel
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According to Faeiz in his Facebook post, the novel narrates the lives of doctors and nurses serving Datuks, Datins and the elite. It also talks about the luxury cars they drive.“In the story, there are doctors who ride Porches, Volvo 960s. Some live in condominiums that are like hotels. There are horny doctors who flirt with nurses.There are doctors who are psycho and arrogant. Some are psychopaths and delusional. Some doctors are having a love affair with doctors. Some want to have a love affair with nurses.“I don’t know how a novel like this can be in our education syllabus. Just look at the quality of Bahasa writing lately. It is very sad," added the young teacher.

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Despite the government's assurance on improving the syllabus, Malaysians have been up in arms about the deteriorating standards of local students:

                Kampung School Teacher Says His Students Have The English Proficiency Of 4-Year-Olds

Yet another passionate Malaysian teacher is determined to battle the horrible state of the local education system.

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Last November, more than a 1,000 medical graduates quit their medical profession due to a lack of proficiency in English:

                Poor English Led To More Than 1,000 Trainee Doctors Giving Up On Their Medical Career

So why are we still delegating the English language to be of minor importance in education?

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Eager to bring about positive change, PEMANDU ran a survey last year on the importance of English language in schools:

                Will PEMANDU's Survey on English In Schools Bring Change To The Education System?

The Performance Management and Delivery Unit (Pemandu) wants to know what Malaysians think about the incorporation of...

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[VIDEO] “Fitnah Melampau & Kejam” - Ustaz Ebit Lew Jawab Dakwaan Nadir Al-Nuri Dan Caprice

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Pendakwah terkenal, Ustaz Ebit Lew (UEL) atau nama sebenarnya Ebit IrawanIbrahim Lew menyifatkan dakwaan terhadapnya oleh beberapa pihak berhubung isu misi kemanusiaan di Semenanjung Gaza, Palestin baru-baru ini sebagai fitnah, melampau dan kejam

Beliau mendakwa, tuduhan oleh beberapa pihak termasuk penyanyi rap, Ariz Ramli atau Caprice dan rakyat Malaysia yang tinggal di Gaza, Muhammad Nadir Al-Nuri Kamaruzaman atau dikenali sebagai Nadir Al-Nuri adalah tidak berasas sehinggakan mengganggu emosi ahli keluarga serta pasukannya.UEL memaklumkan menerusi Live di Facebook dan Instagram, pihaknya turut menafikan segala dakwaan dan tuduhan selain memaklumkan tidak pernah membuka sebarang tabung bagi menjalankan misi ke Gaza.“Saya tidak pernah buka sebarang tabung, semua guna duit saya sendiri.“Dakwaan susulan serah kepada peguam, termasuk saman kita akan buat. Semuanya akan mengikut proses perundangan yang betul,” ujarnya.Ikuti penjelasan penuh oleh UEL menerusi Instagram (IG) Live di akaun rasminya di bawah:

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Video Shows 2 Men Killing A Pregnant Cat By Putting It Into A Gombak Laundromat's Dryer

In a CCTV footage that has gone viral, two men are seen picking up a cat at a self-serve laundromat in Taman Gombak Ria and placing the poor thing into a coin-operated clothes dryer. They then turn on the machine and are seen cracking up at what they think is funny.

It happened around 12.50am on Tuesday night, 11 September.The less than three-minute-long CCTV footage was first uploaded by Malaysia Animal Association. As per the video, while the two men left with their clean laundry, they came back a few seconds later to put coins into the dryer to play out their evil act.They both left the premises immediately after starting the machine. It was only after about eight hours when another customer came to the laundry at around 10.30am that the cat was found dead and the machine splattered with the poor creature's blood.

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Reportedly, the cat was said to be pregnant

According to Malaysia Animal Association, they were contacted by the laundry shop management for advice before lodging a police report together with the video evidence."Based on the information gathered, the two are locals and probably live nearby as they wash their laundry there regularly."What they did was cruel. I hope they will be punished accordingly under the Animal Welfare Act 2015," MAA president Arie Dwi Andika told NST Online.

Netizens, meanwhile, have reacted angrily to the act:

You can watch the CCTV footage here:

2 horrible man not fit to be human being#Malaysia. 2 horrible man not fit to be human being putting a pregnant cat into a high heat commercial dryer at a laundry store located in Kedai Dobi near Taman Gombak Ria. Police report lodged

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Customer Complains That They Don't Feel "Safe" At KL Cafe Because Of Foreign Staff

A Malaysian customer has recently come under fire after complaining about feeling "unsafe" at a cafe in KL

The customer, who has since removed the post, left a review saying that they felt unsafe because Foo Foo Fine Desserts is operated by five foreign workers. "Haven't been there for awhile and it saddens me that this premium dessert outlet has been degraded relative to a wholesale Selayang market."

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The customer also messaged the cafe owners to share the same feedback.

In response, one of the owners explained to the customer that their staff are mild-mannered and excellent workers who have been with them for several years

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"Please be assured they're there to work, not to make you feel unsafe, for reasons unbeknownst to us," they added.

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The posts have since gone viral all over social media, as people criticised the customer for being racist

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It appears that the customer has since deleted their social media accounts.


Japan's Famous Cherry Blossom Trees Have Unexpectedly Bloomed In Autumn

Good news to anyone travelling to Japan this month!
The famed cherry blossom trees, which draws in tourists from all over the world in the spring, has unexpectedly bloomed in autumn.

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Meteorological firm Weathernews revealed that more than 300 people across Japan had reported seeing the famous pink and white blooms in their neighbourhood in a survey conducted last week, according to Channel NewsAsia.

A tree doctor at the Flower Association of Japan explained that the surprise bloom could be due to unusual weather patterns in Japan in the past year

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Hiroyuki Wada told public broadcaster NHK that violent storms had stripped trees of their leaves, which usually release a chemical that inhibits blooming before spring.A series of unusually warm days after the active typhoons could also have confused the plants into flowering.

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"This has happened in the past, but I don't remember seeing something of this scale," he said.

For those with plans to visit Japan for the cherry blossoms next spring, fret not.
According to Wada, this unexpected flowering should not affect its regularly scheduled bloom.

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"The buds that opened now won't blossom in the coming spring," he explained.However, Wada added that, "I don't think it will affect cherry blossom viewing (next year)," he told NHK.

Meanwhile, severe weather conditions may also be causing a massive global beer shortage:

                Beer Prices May Increase Dramatically Soon Because Of Global Warming

Trouble is brewing.

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9 Port Ikan Bakar Terbaik Dengan Hidangan 'Next Level' Yang Sedap Dan Pasti Puas Hati!

1. Restoran Sambal Hijau

Restoran Sambal Hijau menyediakan lebih 100 jenis masakan istimewa untuk dinikmati setiap hari. Dari patin tempoyak, ikan bakar, sehinggalah ke tomyam, di sini ada segalanya. Terdapat perbezaan besar di antara masakan dari hati dengan masakan untuk mencari untung semata-mata. Mengambil kira sesaknya ruang makan terutama waktu puncak (tengah hari), restoran ini sentiasa menaik taraf menambah keluasan ruang makan, dapur, parking dan lain-lain. Lebih dari itu, kualiti sentiasa menjadi keutamaan.Alamat:  Lot 2990 Kg. Sg. Penchala, Kampung Sungai Penchala, 60000 Kuala LumpurWaktu operasi: 7 pagi - 2 pagi setiap hariSila layari Facebook dan laman web Restoran Sambal Hijau untuk maklumat lanjut.

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2. Restoran Arang Ikan Bakar

Restoran ini memang lain dari yang lain. Arang Ikan Bakar menyediakan pelanggan dengan 7 pilihan air asam yang sukar untuk ditemui di mana-mana tempat. 7 air asam tersebut adalah air asam biasa, air asam kerisik, air asam Kedah, sambal belacan, sambal quinin, sambal tempoyak dan cili kicap. Mana nak jumpa sambal quinin di Lembah Klang? Hidangan ikan bakarnya memang enak dan restoran ini juga menjual minuman signature yang diberi nama Arang Tapao Coffee, khas untuk penggemar kopi di luar sana.Alamat: No.49 Jalan Keluli AL 7/AL, Pusat Perniagaan , Bukit Raja, 40000 Shah Alam, SelangorWaktu operasi:9 pagi - 7 petang (Selasa - Khamis)9 pagi - 11 malam (Jumaat - Ahad)Sila layari Facebook Restoran Arang Ikan Bakar untuk maklumat lanjut.

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3. Restoran Ikan Bakar FEND

Restoran ini adalah antara yang terbaru jika dibandingkan dengan yang lain dalam senarai ini. Walaupun baru, ikan bakar FEND memang tidak mengecewakan. Majoriti pelanggan yang datang makan di sini amat berpuas hati dengan kualiti ikan bakar dan sos perencahnya yang begitu mengasyikkan. Ada juga yang menganggap restoran ini adalah yang terbaik untuk orang ramai nikmati hidangan ikan bakar.Alamat: Jalan SS 6/16a, Dataran Glomac, 47301 Petaling Jaya, SelangorWaktu operasi: 12 tengah hari - 12 malam setiap hari

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4. Pak Din Ikan Bakar Tanglin

Apa yang menarik perhatian orang ramai untuk datang makan di warung ikan bakar Pak Din? Semestinya sos pencicahnya serta pembakaran ikan yang menggunakan cara tradisional sehingga menjadikan warung ini digemari ramai orang dari semua peringkat usia. Kalau datang waktu makan tengah hari, kemungkinan meja dan kerusi semua dipenuhi manusia. Begitulah hebatnya penangan ikan bakar Pak Din.Alamat: Jalan Cenderasari, 50646 Kuala LumpurWaktu operasi: 7 pagi - 3.30 petang (Isnin - Sabtu)

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5. Medan Ikan Bakar Jalan Bellamy

Jalan Bellamy adalah satu nama yang tidak asing lagi kepada peminat tegar ikan bakar di Kuala Lumpur. Medan selera ini sememangnya menghidangkan pelbagai juadah ikan bakar yang menyelerakan. Cukup popular di kalangan warga kota, medan ikan bakar di sini sentiasa penuh tatkala waktu makan tengahari. Walaupun terdapat banyak pilihan gerai, pengunjung dinasihatkan untuk datang lebih awal bagi mendapatkan tempat.Alamat: Lorong Bellamy & Jalan Istana, Bukit Petaling, 50460 Kuala Lumpur, Kuala LumpurWaktu operasi: 12 tengahari - 11 malam (Isnin hingga Sabtu)

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6. Kak Ton D'Condo

Terletak di Segambut, Kak Ton D'Condo merupakan satu gerai makan tepi jalan dengan hidangan signature ikan bakar. Pelbagai jenis ikan disediakan di sini seperti keli, pari, cencaru yang mana semuanya dibalut dengan daun pisang ketika proses pembakaran, menjadikannya lebih enak untuk dimakan. Selain ikan bakar dan seafood, orang ramai  juga datang ke sini untuk mencuba hidangan lazat ayam goreng berempah yang lazat.Alamat: Medan Selera Taman Segambut (SPPK), Jalan Dutamas Seroja, Segambut Dalam, 52100 Kuala LumpurWaktu operasi: 7 pagi - 12 malam (Isnin hingga Sabtu)

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7. Mat Teh Ikan Bakar

Kalau nak makan ikan bakar di Keramat, memang tidak lain tidak bukan orang ramai akan datang ke gerai Mat Teh Ikan Bakar. Bukan setakat ikan bakar, orang ramai juga datang ke sini untuk pekena jus mangga kaw yang begitu sedap. Jus mangga di sini memang menjadi pilihan utama untuk orang menjamu selera bersama nasi dan ikan bakar.Alamat:  Pasar dato keramat (lama), Kampung Datuk Keramat, Kuala Lumpur

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8. Seri Banjar Ikan Bakar Spicy

Seri Banjar Ikan Bakar yang terletak di Medan Selera MPS, Selayang adalah salah satu tempat di mana anda boleh menemui hidangan seafood lazat dan masakan chinese food yang Halal di bawah satu bumbung, menjadikannya unik dan lain dari yang lain. Semestinya, ikan bakar adalah hidangan utama di sini tetapi terdapat juga menu seperti Kam Hiong Lala dan Kailan dalam sos tiram.Alamat:  Medan Selera MPS, Persiaran 2, Bandar Baru Selayang, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor

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9. Ikan Bakar Warong Fauziah

Tahukah anda ada satu port makan ikan bakar terbaik yang sangat dekat dengan KLCC? Ini dia, ikan bakar Warong Fauziah. Terletak betul-betul di belakang Lembaga Getah Malaysia, warung ini menyajikan resipi ikan bakar yang cukup enak dengan harga yang berpatutan. Bagi sesiapa yang bekerja di kawasan itu, bolehlah selepas ini ajak rakan pejabat pekena ikan bakar power masa makan tengah hari nanti. Pastinya berbaloi.Alamat: Belakang bangunan Lembaga Getah Malaysia, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur

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No One Came To Help As Chinese Woman Gets Run Over Twice In Two Minutes

A woman became the victim of two senseless hit-and-run accidents in the city of Leshan, Sichuan province

The woman (circled in red) walking on a zebra crossing before a motorcyclist knocked her down.
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According to Asia One, the woman, surnamed Zhang, was crossing the busy road at a zebra crossing when a motorcycle first collided with her on 2 November, at around 7pm.

The woman and the motorcyclist fell to the ground. He took a quick look at Zhang before speeding off, leaving the injured woman helpless.

The motorcyclist was seen trying to help the woman before speeding off.
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Zhang was left lying in the middle of the busy road after the hit-and-run accident.
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Zhang was left lying on the road as dozens of vehicles whizzed past her. Pedestrians also walked by, seemingly unconcerned.

About a minute after the incident, a second motorbike ran over Zhang without stopping

A second motorbike runs directly over Zhang’s body.
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A white van behind the motorcycle stopped. But instead of getting out of the vehicle to check on the injured woman, its driver simply reversed slightly to create space to drive around her, and quickly went on its way, the footage showed.

A female passer-by eventually came to Zhang's aid, a full two minutes after the first hit-and-run incident.

Zhang reportedly sustained minor injuries and has been discharged from the hospital. According to Chinese media site QQ, the second motorcyclist who ran over Zhang, who is surnamed Chen, has been arrested.

Watch the disturbing video below:

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Recently, a tangled iPhone cable caused a 4-car accident in Singapore:

                Driver's Tangled iPhone Cable Caused A Massive 4-Car Accident

The accident involved three cars and a taxi.

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Police Claimed ABC Journalists Approached PM Najib Aggressively But Video Shows Otherwise

Australian Broadcasting Corp. (ABC) has released a video that refutes claims by police that Four Corners journalists Linton Besser and Louie Eroglu breached any security cordon when questioning Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak in Kuching last Saturday, 12 March

A screengrab from the video showing ABC journalist Linton Besser approaching PM Najib Razak.
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According to the video footage, Besser was trying to get close to PM Najib Razak to question him about corruption allegations, before he was promptly arrested by the police

“Hello Mr Prime Minister, it’s ABC Australia. I’m wondering if you could explain the hundreds of million in your account?” Besser asked, as Prime Minister Dato' Seri Najib Tun Razak continued walking without giving away any expression.“Hello, Mr Prime Minister, can you explain all the hundreds of million of dollars in your account? Mr Prime Minister?" Besser asked again, repeating himself. It was at this point that a police stepped in to ask Besser who he was. This was the same police who was muttering "Apa ni" (What is this?) in the background a few seconds earlier. Besser then explained that he was "just a journalist here for press conference".

Sarawak CID chief had claimed that the Australians were arrested because they had tried to approach PM Najib Razak "aggressively"

Sarawak CID chief Dev Kumar.
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In a statement Sunday (13 March) morning, Sarawak CID chief Dev Kumar said the two Australians had crossed a security line and aggressively tried to approach Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, who was on an official visit to the Darul Ehsan Mosque at Kampung Haji Baki. "The incident occurred at about 8.35pm. Both of them were subsequently arrested for failing to comply with police instructions not to cross the security line," Kumar said

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The duo was detained on Saturday (12 March) night for six hours before they were released the next morning. The police were mulling over the idea to press charges but the duo were deported to Singapore at the end.

ABC journalist Linton Besser (second left) with Louie Egrolu (left), lawyers Albert Tang (second right) and Gordon Tang (right) at the Kuching International Airport, March 15, 2016.
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ABC news director Gaven Morris told staff on Tuesday (March 15): “I’m very glad and relieved to be able to confirm that our colleagues Linton Besser and Louie Eroglu are now on a plane out of Malaysia. It was a rollercoaster night, with the Malaysian police first informing Louie and Linton they would be charged this morning, then a few hours later reversing that and telling them they would be allowed to leave the country.“Linton and Louie are continuing their work, investigating the story they are working on for Four Corners. We look forward to seeing their full report in coming weeks. They will be home later this week."“The ABC stands behind our journalists. They did nothing wrong in Kuching. They were doing journalism. This incident has demonstrated again why it is vital to defend media freedom, including the right to question authority.”

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Watch the full video here:

Besser and his camera operator, Louie Eroglu, were in Malaysia to investigate allegations of corruption and bribery linked to the killing of socialite Altantuya Shaariibuu:

                Why Did Malaysian Authorities Arrest ABC’s Journalists After That Press Con?

The Australian media duo have been released but are still not allowed to leave Malaysia, pending investigation.

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This Community Centre In Klang Serves Free Lunches To 100 People Three Times A Week

A group of poverty-stricken students.
A father with a disabled child.
An elderly, unemployed single woman.
What do these individuals have in common? They've survived on the kindness of strangers to have basic sustenance.

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There are many reasons to this, from the rising cost of living to physical challenges that hinder some from making ends meet.The issue is very real. There are people, even in urban areas, who are going hungry and this is definitely not by choice. These group of people often live in uncertainty, not knowing where their next meal is coming from. This is why the Great Heart Community Centre (GHCC) in Klang exists, to serve and ensure that the needs of the community will be met — starting from the most basic one such as making sure that they have access to nutritious staples and not starve through its 'Lunch Box For The Hungry' food donation project.

It may be hard to imagine for some of us, but there are people out there who are struggling to find the means to feed their hungry stomachs

The NGO behind GHCC, Great Heart Charity Association (GHCA), shared with us some real-life stories about the people they have been serving since the 'Lunch Box For The Hungry' project started two years ago.We came to know about the story of Madam Ng, a 67-year-old woman who is living alone. Nobody wants to hire her due to her age and she relies on her savings which she accumulated during her younger days to survive. Then, there's a 80-year-old man known as Mr Chong. Mr Chong, despite being in his golden years, carries the burden to care for his 77-year-old wife and his 53-year-old disabled son. Since his wife is very old and sick, she is unable to cook.Both Madam Ng and Mr Chong are regulars at the GHCC, as they've been joining the project to get food. While the amount may seem small to some, Madam Ng is extremely grateful that she's able to save up to RM15 per week while Mr Chong can save up to RM45 a week as his family's meals are covered by GHCC.They've told GHCA that the programme has helped to lighten their burdens.

Many people, like Madam Ng and Mr Chong, have benefitted from the project over the last two years.
This is why the volunteers at GHCC continue to give out free lunch boxes three times a week until today.

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Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, the hungry and destitute would go to the centre to get free meals.On a typical day, about 100 people would go home happy with their tummies filled.While handing out food may not be the most ideal solution to address the issues at hand, it's the first step in ensuring that people in need do not go hungry and have one less thing to worry about. The long term plan is to help these individuals improve their livelihood and get out of poverty.In fact, the 'Lunch Box For The Hungry' project is just one of the many initiatives that are being run by Great Heart Charity Association.

In order to ensure that there is no shortage of food for those in need, GHCC is looking to raising a total of RM13,000

These contributions will be used as resources that would be sufficient to provide lunch boxes for three times a week for a period of two months.Each of this session is designed to cater to 100 pre-registered clients, who will benefit from this initiative that runs on a first-come first-served basis.

To achieve this goal, GHCA has set up a campaign on NGOHub's crowdfunding platform

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You can make your contribution and keep up with all the latest updates and view the campaign's progress on NGOHub's crowdfunding platform. SAYS is the official online media partner of NGOHub. The platform exists to ensure that proceeds collected will go straight into hands of the NGOs that need it, such as Great Heart Charity Association.  An RM5 contribution from you could mean a day's food and drink for another person. Imagine the difference that you can make in someone's life.At the time of writing, more than 40 donors have contributed about RM2,750 to the crowdfunding campaign.

"If you can't feed a hundred people, then feed just one." — Mother Teresa

Learn more about how NGOHub's crowdfunding platform works here:

                This New Crowdfunding Platform Makes Sure Your Money Goes To Legitimate NGOs

Malaysians can now contribute to a social cause conveniently with ease of mind.

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Pokémon Go Is Banned From Malaysian Schools

Young Pokémon trainers will be prohibited from playing the newly-released Pokémon GO game in schools

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It was reported yesterday, 7 August, that students are not allowed to play the highly popular mobile game Pokémon Go as long as they are in the school compound.  Education Minister Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid had said this during an UMNO event in Jelebu, Negri Sembilan.

"Teachers must confiscate a student’s mobile phone if they are found using it for cyber games," Mahdzir said.

Education Minister Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid
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He reportedly this action was in line with the existing school rules, where students have always been prohibited from using mobile phones in schools. "We have always prohibited bringing mobile phones to schools, but with the trend of cyber games now, we want schools to be stricter."

Aside from Malaysia, the Indonesian government also wants to ban Pokémon Go in schools

The Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection Ministry is working to prepare an order to impose a ban in schools to stop school children from bringing their smartphones to hunt pocket monsters so that the game does not disrupt their studies. "Playing Pokémon Go can damage children's minds and make them lazy. We have to implement early prevention  by issuing a ministerial decree," Minister Yohana Yembise was quoted as saying by Jakarta Post last Wednesday, 3 August.Additionally, Indonesia has already banned civil servants and police forces from playing Pokémon Go while on duty, citing that the game is a security threat.

While there are governments that have completely banned the game that has taken the world by storm, others have actively encouraged the use of Pokémon Go in the classroom

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According to Australian autism expert Craig Smith, the pupils' social skills had improved and children appeared to be more engaged with their learning after playing Pokémon Go due to the game's augmented-reality feature and method of rewarding players who go to Pokéstops.Echoing Smith's sentiments, the director of Yale's Developmental Disabilities Clinic in the Child Study Center, Dr. James McPartland, said that the game is appealing to kids with autism or Asperger's because of its consistency and structure although he admits that no quantifiable research has been done on the effects of Pokémon Go. However, Dr. Fred Volkmar, a professor at Yale's Child Study Center, warns of possible pitfalls of the game on autistic children."The problem with Pokémon is that kids can do it to a point where it interferes with learning about the world," Volkmar was quoted as saying by CNN."If you can make it somewhat functional, it's fine. It's detrimental if it's the only thing they're interested in. If it helps the kid become more isolated, it's not good."

Should Pokémon Go be allowed in schools? Let us know in the comments below!

Meanwhile, a man got in trouble with the police after he was caught playing Pokémon Go while driving:

                This Pahang Driver Is The First To Get A Police Summon For Playing Pokémon GO

He was playing the game while he was driving his car.

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Travellers Must Bring At Least THB5,000 In Cash Before They Can Enter Thailand

Malaysians travelling to Thailand must carry enough cash set by the authorities if they do not want to be refused entry

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Based on the information found on the Thai Embassy website, it is learned that the Thai authorities impose a minimum cash limit on all foreign visitors (except minors under 12 years old) travelling by sea, land, or air linkages:1. Holders of a transit visa or those who enter Thailand without a visa are required to possess not less than the equivalent amount of 5,000 Baht per person or 10,000 Baht per family.2. Holders of a Tourist Visa - not less than the equivalent amount of 10,000 Baht per person or 20,000 Baht per family.3. Holders of a Non-immigrant Visa - not less than the equivalent amount of 10,000 Baht per person or 20,000 Baht per family.As stated above, travellers do not need to have actual Baht, but the equivalent of any other currency will work. At the time of writing, THB10,000 is translated to about RM1,200 based on the current exchange rate.

This ruling is not new as it has been enforced for the last decade, although it is noted that a Thai border official confirmed the matter recently

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A report by The Sun published yesterday, 8 January, cited the official who said that travellers need to carry a minimum of THB10,000 to THB20,000 when entering Thailand. It was reported that the official, who requested for anonymity, was responding to complaints by Malaysians who said that they were denied entry because they did not have sufficient cash on them.

Last year, there were media reports on the Thai authorities conducting regular checks to ensure that foreign visitors have enough cash on them before they are allowed into the country

Poor foreigners, only in #Bangkok #Thailand pic.twitter.com/3tOYwITnGQ— Solo Traveller  (@ImSoloTraveller) January 17, 2016

According to these reports, the increased scrutiny was said to be an effort to keep out people who may be entering Thailand to work illegally.It was also speculated that tourists are being asked to prove they have enough money to curb certain backpackers (now dubbed as 'begpackers') from begging around in Thailand to fund their travel expenses.These reports came about as there were claims that some tourists were refused entry and some were held in an immigration detention centre after they failed to produce enough cash when stopped by immigration officials.

Speaking of which, the Thai authorities have implemented new regulations at the entry points of Malaysia-Thailand border last October:

                New Regulations For Drivers Passing Through Malaysia-Thailand Border To Start In October

Drivers who fail to comply with the new regulations will be penalised.

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'Jangan Bunuh Jiwa Mereka' - Surat Terbuka Buat Ibu bapa Yang Hantar Anak Ke Tadika

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Surat terbuka buat ibu bapa yang bakal menghantar anak ke sekolah tadika atau yang sudah pun menghantar. Semoga perkongsian ini dapat melapangkan hati kita semua.

1. Tadika umpama syurga dunia buat anak-anak

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Jangan samakan tadika dengan sekolah rendah, sekolah menengah mahupun universiti. Di dalam syurga ada apa? Di dalam syurga ada kebahagiaan, kegembiraan, kedamaian dan kebebasan. Tadika itu penuh warna warni, penuh dengan ketawa, sangat riuh dengan suara anak-anak. Baik, sudah tetapkan dalam minda kita bagaimana 'rupa' tadika?Di tadika, sama sekali tidak akan berlaku anak berdiri di atas kerusi, anak berdiri di luar kelas, anak kena rotan, anak kena maki, anak kena denda pandang dinding. Jika ini berlaku, maka something to do with the teachers dan juga sistem sekolah tersebut. Anak-anak ditegur dengan cara memberi galakan. Anak-anak dinasihatkan dengan cara memperbanyakkan role play. Anak-anak dipujuk dengan memperbanyakkan menyanyi dan menari. Anak-anak digembirakan dengan banyakkan kata-kata pujian.

2. Tadika bukan tempat untuk belajar membaca sahaja

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Di tadika lah anak-anak belajar berkawan, berkongsi, menunggu giliran, mengawal emosi, memohon maaf, belajar rutin harian, menyusun kasut, menjaga barang kepunyaan sendiri, menghormati orang yang lebih dewasa dan banyak lagi yang mereka perlu belajar.Belajar perkara itu semua, kena gunakan buku ke? Sudah tentu tidak perlu! Jadi, kenapa perlu belikan beg sekolah anak tadika yang besar gedabak? Nak suruh anak bawa ensiklopedia kah? Mak pengetua tak faham ni. Haha!

3. Tadika bukan tempat pertama dan utama anak-anak belajar

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Tempat pertama dan utama adalah di rumah kita sendiri. Jadi guru yang pertama adalah kita sebagai ibu bapa mereka. Apabila kita faham konsep ini, maka kita tidak sewenang-wenangnya menyalahkan anak kenapa anak tidak pandai membaca. Jika kita faham konsep ini, maka kita tidak akan berkata,"Cikgu tidak pandai mengajar anak saya."

4. Tadika bukan tempat untuk kita mengukur kepandaian akademik anak semata-mata

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'A' bukan matlamat. Buku latihan yang banyak bukan petanda anak boleh masuk universiti 15 tahun lagi dari umurnya sekarang. Anak-anak tadika tidak sepatutnya tidur lewat semata-mata nak menyuruhnya membuat latihan sebab esoknya ada exam tadika.

Marilah kita mohon kepada Allah, janganlah Allah membebankan kita dengan asyik berfikir, "Bila anak aku nak pandai?"

Itulah 'zikir' kita - "Anak aku tak pandai baca lagi, macam mana nak exam linus? Macam mana nak dapat duduk di kelas yang pandai?"Usahlah kita sempitkan pemikiran kita, anak yang pandai itu anak yang tahu baca sahaja. Tidak! Anak bukan hanya perlu pandai membaca sahaja, malah perlu pasak dalam jiwa, ke ingat dalam kepala. Semua anak pandai dan bijak belaka. Tugas kita hanya boleh memberi ransangan dan galakan kepada mereka. Umur 4-6 tahun ini belum bersedia lagi anak nak kena bantai sebab tak pandai membaca. Itu hanya akan spoilkan jiwa anak. Jangan bunuh jiwa mereka hanya kerana mereka tidak pandai membaca. Raikan usia muda mereka. Belajar dalam keadaan yang bahagia dan gembira. Itu saja dari Mak Pengetua. Selamat mendaftar anak untuk tahun hadapan.Sumber: Ashikin Hashim

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[VIDEO] "Ugh Fed Up Betul!" - Sissy Iman Bengang & Menyampah Dengan Lelaki Minat Kereta

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Perempuan di luar sana mesti fed up kalau dapat teman lelaki atau suami jenis kaki kereta bukan? Lebih-lebih lagi jenis sanggup berhabis duit untuk kereta. Ish!

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Bak kata orang, kalau dah kaki kereta mesti akan sayang kereta lebih daripada segalanya. Sissy Iman yang cantik macam itu pun tidak dihiraukan dengan suami dia. Semuanya pasal kereta lah!

Sissy Iman.
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Fuh, memang pening kepala kalau dapat pasangan yang kaki kereta ni. Korang pernah tak alami situasi macam tu?

All About The Drive

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Khas kepada anda yang kaki kereta tu, jom saksikan perlumba profesional ternama negara serta selebriti kegemaran korang beraksi dalam Vios Challenge di Festival Toyota Gazoo Racing pada 9 hingga 10 November 2019 di Bandar Malaysia (bekas Lapangan Terbang Sungai Besi).Antara pelumba profesional yang akan beraksi di festival ini ialah Tengku Djan Ley, William Ho, Mark Darwin dan Brendan Paul. Selain itu, selebriti tanah air seperti Janna Nick, Khai Bahar, Shukri Yahaya, Syafiq Kyle dan Diana Danielle juga akan turut beraksi di litar yang sama.

Bukan itu sahaja, banyak juga tarikan lain yang ada nanti. Contohnya:

Penampilan Eksklusif Toyota GR Supra BaruSimulator GR Velocity EsportsPersembahan Toyo DriftPertandingan BeybladeJadi, tunggu apa lagi? Jom ramai-ramai serbu. Kalau nak tau lebih lanjut, boleh layari website Toyota Gazoo Racing.

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Jawapan Makanan 'Rare' Yang Netizen Teringin Makan Masa Raya Memang Luar Biasa Betul!

Setiap kali tibanya Hari Raya, juadah seperti rendang, ketupat, ayam masak merah, kuah lodeh dan lemang merupakan makanan WAJIB yang dihidangkan di setiap rumah

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Jadi, kali ini kami telah melakukan satu survey untuk lihat sendiri, selain juadah raya yang sering dihidangkan ini, apa lagi agaknya makanan yang rakyat Malaysia teringin untuk cuba makan ketika hari raya. Bukan main lagi jawapan mereka. 'Rare' betul semua makanannya!

Banyak betul jawapan yang kami terima, di bawah merupakan hidangan menarik yang mungkin anda boleh cuba untuk memberikan lebih kelainan di Hari Raya!

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1. Makanan yang berasaskan Sunnah Nabi. Alhamdulillah. :)

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Seperti yang anda tahu, juadah ketika Hari Raya selalunya penuh dengan rempah ratus, minyak dan kolestrol. Nampaknya ada yang memberikan cadangan supaya kita semua berbalik semula kepada Sunnah Nabi dengan menggantikan bahan-bahan makanan kepada bahan yang lebih berkhasiat seperti menggunakan minyak zaitun bagi menggantikan minyak masak biasa.Selain tu, dia juga menyadangkan supaya memperbanyak hidangan berkuah supaya bila hirup makanan boleh dapat sekali khasiatnya. Cadangan yang sangat baik!

2. Masakan 'Korea', campur Melayu. Wah, lain macam ni!

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Wow lain macam sungguh selera dia ni, international! Kalau anda nak tahu, Kimchi merupakan makanan tradisional masyarakat Korea yang berasaskan sayur-sayuran dengan beberapa bahan seperti chili paste, oyster dan sebagainya. Selalunya Kimchi ini wajib ada setiap kali mereka menghidangkan nasi atau mi. Tapi deria rasa mereka ini lain macam betul siap nak makan Kimchi dengan nasi minyak!

3. Tak habis lagi dengan 'dendam' Rendang Crispy ye. Hehehe.

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Sejujurnya, kami teringin nak rasa rendang crispy ni macam mana. Kalau anda dah lupa, isu rendang crispy ini terjadi bila seorang peserta MasterChef UK dikritik kerana hidangannya tidak disukai salah seorang juri program itu, kerana ayam rendang yang dimasaknya dikatakan tidak cukup rangup. Merasakan identiti masakan traditional Melayu dipermainkan, masa ini tentera bawang Malaysia dan Indonesia telah bersatu hati mempertahan masakan asli Melayu itu. Kalau ada yang ingin mencuba buat rendang crispy, nanti boleh hantar di rumah kami ya. Teringin pula nak rasa.

4. Orang Utara ke ni?

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Kamai yakin mereka berdua ini orang utara, sebab request harum manis dengan ketupat nasi. Mana tidaknya, bahagian utara lebih popular dengan ketupat daun palas berbanding ketupat nasi. Betul tak? Hmm sedapnya yang cadangkan pulut harum manis, makan berulang kali pun tak puas. Tapi bersedialah kalau perut anda kembung lepas tu. Untuk yang masih belum tahu, harum manis ini merupakan salah satu baka buah mangga terbaik yang berasal daripada negeri Perlis. Musimnya pula selalu pada bulan 5 atau 6 setiap tahun.

5. Hidang Pasta di Hari Raya? Macam menarik aje.

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Kamai ertarik dengan komen-komen ini sebab mereka cadangkan pasta/spaghetti untuk hidangan raya. Kadang-kadang bila dah makan banyak sangat makanan raya, mesti nak cari hidangan lain bukan? Lagi-lagi kalau ikut marhaban atau ada banyak jemputan rumah terbuka, senak perut kalau asyik hadap makanan raya je. Tapi kalau hidang spaghetti bukan sahaja ringkas, malah senang untuk dihadamkan.

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Pertama kali pula kami dengar ada spaghetti kuah rojak dengan carbonara tomyam. Nak kena cuba buatlah raya nanti, nak juga rasa sendiri sedap atau tidak. Tak sangka pula ada macam-macam jenis hidangan lain daripada yang lain boleh dihasilkan dengan pasta ini. Tapi cakap pasal pasta, kami nak kongsi cara lain untuk anda boleh menang hadiah lumayan hanya dengan pasta.Eh, menariknya! Jom tengok cara-caranya...

Ingin menang sehingga RM20,000 daripada Prego? Tengok video ini dulu!

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Siapa sahaja yang tidak tahu pasta jenama terkenal iaitu Prego. Memang sedap dan simple je nak masak. Lebih-lebih lagi di musim perayaan ini, kalau nak buat rumah terbuka pun senang untuk hidang pasta kepada para tetamu.Berita baiknya, sempena raya ini, Prego nak bagi anda hadiah raya sehingga RM 20,000. Caranya mudah sahaja, anda hanya perlu cipta video di laman Prego dan kemudian teka Siapa Makan Pasta Raya itu.

Cara-cara penyertaan mudah sahaja iaitu:Langkah 1: BELI produk Prego bernilai RM20 ke atas di dalam satu resit, simpan resit sebagai bukti pembelian.Langkah 2: CIPTA kisah “SIAPA MAKAN PASTA RAYA” dan kongsi di laman Facebook.Langkah 3: LENGKAPKAN borang penyertaan di www.prego123.com.my/raya

Anda boleh menghantar seberapa banyak penyertaan yang anda nak tapi dengan syarat bukti pembeliaan yang haruslah berbeza. Untuk lebih terma dan syarat, boleh baca di sini. Di bawah merupakan hadiah yang boleh anda menangi. Syoknya!

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Mudah bukan nak menang hadiah raya hanya perlu cari siapa sebenarnya makan pasta raya ni? Kalau anda ingin tahu lebih lanjut tentang peraduan ini, anda boleh terus ke laman web rasmi Peraduan Siapa Makan Pasta Raya?

Jika anda ingin belajar resipi untuk memasak pasta atau ingin tahu lebih tentang produk Prego ini, layari laman web rasmi Prego Malaysia

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Bukan itu sahaja, sempena raya ini juga, jika anda membeli produk Prego dan/atau Campbell’s yang bernilai RM20 ke atas dalam satu resit, anda bakal mendapat pinggan edisi terhad Siapa Makan Pasta Raya. Tunggu apa lagi? Jom ke pasaraya berdekatan untuk dapatkan produk Prego hari ni juga!

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[VIDEO] This Woman's Reverse Sensor Doesn't Beep. It Plays The 'Doraemon' Theme Song

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A woman recently went viral after uploading a video of her car reversing into a parking spot

Although it sounds like a pretty mundane subject, she surprised netizens by showing that her car has a unique reverse sensor that doesn't beep like everyone else's.Instead, her car starts playing the Doraemon theme song whenever she puts it in reverse.On 25 July, TikTok user @noorfaizatul2 uploaded the short video and the clip has garnered over 101,700 views.

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In the video, the Doraemon theme song can be heard playing the moment she starts backing up her car

In the comments, she explained that the device which allows her car to do so was ordered from Japan. It was then hooked up to her car by her husband.

For those wondering how the woman would know if she was getting close to an object behind her car, she explained that the original beeping sensor was still in tact so there's no issue of not knowing whether she's about to hit something while in reverse.

"[Doraemon] is just a backup singer," she joked.

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Checks by SAYS found that there are also other videos on the Internet of vehicles using the same reverse sensor.It's often used by larger vehicles such as trucks and lorries.

Netizens were amused by the super rare feature

One person commented, "What if you reverse at a supermarket and everyone looks over? I would be frozen in my car, not wanting to get out."

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Another user wrote, "Even neighbours would know that their next-door neighbour has returned home."

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"Where can I buy this? If my kid hears this, I might have to just drive backwards," another netizen joked.

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Watch the full video here:

  @noorfaizatul2 reverse sensor. #fyp #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp #doraemon #avy  original sound - Noor Faizatul - Noor Faizatul