DBP Promises To Remove 'K-ling' Slur From 'Tambi' Definition Following Criticism

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Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) has responded to the criticism against it for using a derogatory word towards Indians in one of its dictionaries.
However, in the three-page statement, the language body failed to apologise for using the word.

The controversy arose when MIC Youth member Thiagaseelan Ganesan, MIC Senator S Vell Paari, and Penang Deputy Chief Minister P Ramasamy, among others, criticised the government body responsible for coordinating the use of the Malay language in the country for using the word 'k-ling' in its dictionary.DBP used the word while defining a Tamil word 'tambi', writing, "panggilan utk orang k-ling yg lebih muda drpd kita" (a term used to refer to a k-ling person younger than ourselves).According to Malaysiakini, although some older people and people in the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia use the word to refer to Indians, it is generally considered derogatory in this day and age.Thiagaseelan, Vell, and Ramasamy decried the language body, demanding an explanation for using the word, while the latter also demanded DBP issue a public apology.

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Vell claimed that the inclusion of the derogatory word in the dictionary is a deliberate move to insult Indians in the country."This is the sad state of the country where they can officially insult us. I hope the National Unity Minister immediately checks on this," said the MIC Senator."And please don't say it is a mistake and brush it off. Investigate who did it. If it is recent, the person responsible should be sacked."

In response to the controversy, DBP said the word is only used in the Kamus Pelajar, while the Kamus Dewan and the Kamus Dewan Perdana have removed the word

The Malay language body said that the fourth edition of Kamus Dewan (2005) defined 'tambi' as "a term used to call an Indian who is a younger brother", while Kamus Dewan Perdana (2020) defined it as "a term used to call a young Indian man who is a younger brother"."Regarding the use of the word 'k-ling' while defining 'tambi' in Kamus Pelajar, this dictionary was published in 1987 and only new entries were included when it was updated in 2007," DBP said in a statement published yesterday, 22 March."However, DBP is planning to update and compile the third edition of the dictionary, and aspects of definition improvement will be given attention in this new edition."Prior to the public uproar, its online dictionary uses the definition from the second edition of Kamus Pelajar on the word 'tambi', and DBP executive director Abang Sallehuddin Abg Shokeran told Malaysiakini that the definition would be replaced with a definition from a more recent publication.A check by SAYS earlier today found that the definition for 'tambi' read, "panggilan utk orang India yg lebih muda drpd kita." However, it now seems that the definition has reverted to using 'k-ling'.While searching another derogatory word on the online dictionary, the definition for the word 'sepet' reads, "Dull, slightly small eyes" with an example sentence that says, "Like the eyes of Chinese people".

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In its statement, DBP defended itself by saying its publications have historical elements and are "living dictionaries"

"All the facts about the words ever used in the community of Malay speakers will be recorded in the dictionaries," it explained."The same is the case with the word 'k-ling' that existed in the Kamus Dewan since its first edition, which was published in 1970.""However, in the process of the coming up with its definition, there are changes and improvements undertaken by the compilers of Kamus Dewan on the 'k-ling' word in accordance with the historical elements and sociolinguistic factors of the word.""For example, from the meaning recorded by Kamus Dewan in 1989 and 1994 editions, they explicitly mentioned and educated the public that 'k-ling' should not be used, and it is better to use the word 'Indian', which is used to refer to an Indian."DBP said 'k-ling' now is now marked as a taboo word along with other words such as 'anjing', 'hamput', and 's-kai'.The Malay language body also mentioned that in 2003, a challenge was brought against DBP to remove the word 'k-ling' from the Kamus Dewan, but the Kuala Lumpur High Court ruled that DBP could continue using the word as there was no mala fide.The statement ended without apologising for the use of the derogatory word nor mentioning which party in the body was responsible for the oversight. It disregarded the politicians' demands.

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Malaysia And South Dakota Collide in Upcoming Tycoon Game 'Midwest 90: Rapid City'

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Inspiration can strike us no matter where we are, and even tales of faraway places are enough to get our imaginations going.
One Malaysian studio has taken an unconventional approach with their upcoming game, making it that much more exciting.

Midwest 90: Rapid City by Malaysia's Hidden Chest Studio is a unique post-apocalyptic restaurant tycoon game that takes place halfway across the world in a small town in South Dakota, USA.This led to the game getting some attention in the US, with American outlets praising this upcoming title's portrayal of the midwestern United States.

IGN Southeast Asia spoke to the creator of Midwest 90: Rapid City and how the idea formed in the first place

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Introduce yourself and your history within the gaming industry

My name is Keshavar Ganesparan - but everyone calls me Kesh, and I am the co-founder and game director at Hidden Chest Studio Sdn Bhd.Hidden Chest Studio is a little indie studio based in Malaysia that consists of myself and co-founders Alex Tan and Tan Yi Ming and a small support team.Prior to this, I did work for a while at the defunct E-One Studio back in 2012 - initially as a community manager and then other roles as time went by, including producer.

How did the idea of Midwest 90: Rapid City come about and what made you choose a Midwestern theme as opposed to a Malaysian one?

The idea of Midwest 90: Rapid City was actually inspired by my friend's restaurant in Petaling Jaya - Betty's Midwest Kitchen.One night when I was eating one of their famous burgers, I looked outside the restaurant and started imagining, "What if there were monsters outside trying to get it?"That was the genesis of the idea, but I had really little to no clue what the 'midwest' actually was, besides it being in the USA. After a lot of research on the American midwest, I chose South Dakota as the location for the game.

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It's a very humble but interesting place especially with its native American heritage, the historic Black Hills, which was famous during the American gold rush, and the Sanford Underground Research Facility which is located at the Homestake mine - once the largest and deepest gold mine in North America.In addition, there are also minuteman missile silos buried below the surface nearby to the alien landscapes of the Badlands. All these elements made the perfect recipe for an interesting story and right at the centre of it all is Rapid City. That's why the game is set there.Malaysia is my home and a great place for a video game to be set in or based on, but I believe when it comes to works of passion, you should follow your inspirations and see where it takes you.

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How has time actually changed the original vision of the game?

A lot has changed from the original vision.As it is right now, Midwest 90: Rapid City is a restaurant tycoon game with a strong narrative component - a feature that isn't common to games in this genre.There were a lot more unique components to the original idea than just the engrossing story but we had to cut all that out because we didn't want to be out of our depth, and because we have a very small budget to work with.I daresay at least 60% of the original vision is on the cutting room floor. But I don't see that as a bad thing - we get to focus on making the core idea as interesting and fun as possible and I believe we have become better developers because of that.

Who is the target audience?

We are making this game for anyone who likes the idea of running an American steakhouse, watching it grow from a small four-table joint in a small town to a big restaurant with multiple mouth-watering monster dishes on the menu.The catch is, you have to deal with the occasional monster attacks. We got a lot of inspiration from the Netflix show Stranger Things for the atmosphere of the game and tone of the narrative so fans of that series can also look forward to M90.And then fans of games with desolate settings like Fallout will certainly enjoy the world we are building around this game. But rather than a post-apocalyptic setting, we choose to set the game in the future during a New Great Depression.

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What were some of the challenges that came about during the production of the game?

As with most indie game studios like us, working around a small budget is the most challenging thing.I'm sure it's been said a thousand times before but it's especially true here in Malaysia where it's difficult to find financial support other than from the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). And although we are truly grateful to have them, MDEC can only do so much.The other challenge has been the pandemic. Working from home helps us save costs and it's easier than ever these days with all the communication and project management apps de-incentivising office space.But I feel games consist of ideas that have to be effectively transferred from the director’s head to the rest of the team. And the best way to do that, especially in the initial pre-production phase, is through face-to-face sessions.

What are some of the neat and easy-to-miss Easter eggs that you have hidden in the game?

M90 is still pretty much early in development, so there aren't any neat and easy-to-miss Easter eggs in the game... yet.

What is your advice for budding game developers to create their own game concepts, stories, settings, and characters?

Be courageous with your ideas but also get a lot of feedback from the right people.I’ve been fortunate enough to have friends in the restaurant, film, and game industry to share my concepts with and their feedback and opinions have been priceless. It helped me understand what I want and what works.I'd also repeat this common knowledge - your team matters. A good team can get anything done and that's how I feel about my team.

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In your opinion, what is the secret sauce that all games need to be a success?

For a game about the American Midwest, ranch sauce is the secret sauce. On a more serious note, I can't answer this right now but I will when I find it.

When can we expect the full release of Midwest 90: Rapid City?

We have no fixed date for the full release, but we do plan for an early access release of Midwest 90: Rapid City at the end of October 2021.

Are there plans to expand the series further in the future?

Yes!There are just too many things on the cutting room floor to go to waste and a very big story to tell beyond Rapid City. I would like nothing more than the chance to bring that to people who will find something special in Midwest 90: Rapid City.

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Zaman Sekarang Ni Nak Mohon Cerai 'Online' Pun Boleh. Hanya Di Perak Yob!

Kini, penduduk Perak boleh memohon cerai talak di hujung jari dan hanya duduk di depan komputer sahaja

Ya, benar. Perak menjadi negeri pertama memperkenal sistem permohonan cerai online melalui 'MySolve'.Tetapi, bukanlah semudah itu untuk memfailkan permohonan cerai. Untuk melakukannya, kedua-dua pihak iaitu suami dan isteri perlu mendapat persetujuan bersama terlebih dahulu.

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Melihat pada respon orang ramai, nampaknya majoriti berpendapat kewujudan aplikasi ini bakal menggalakkan lagi perceraian. Bila semuanya di hujung jari, cerai pun akan jadi terlalu mudah.

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Akan tetapi, Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Agama Islam, Pendidikan Islam dan Pembangunan Sahsiah Negeri, Datuk Dr Mohd Nizar Zakaria berkata dakwaan itu tidak benar sama sekali

Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Agama Islam, Pendidikan Islam dan Pembangunan Sahsiah Negeri, Datuk Dr Mohd Nizar Zakaria.
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Menurutnya, aplikasi 'MySolve' diwujudkan bukan untuk menggalakkan perceraian, sebaliknya lebih kepada pemudah cara bagi pasangan suami isteri menyelesaikan masalah rumah tangga yang timbul.Beliau berkata, aplikasi ini memudahkan pasangan dengan cara mereka tidak perlu berulang kali datang ke Mahkamah Syariah. Semua maklumat yang didaftar akan disimpan rapi di dalam sistem selepas permohonan mereka dibuat.Untuk makluman, aplikasi ini dibangunkan oleh Jabatan Kehakiman Syariah Perak.

Prosedur permohonan cerai selalunya memakan masa sehingga 2 bulan untuk selesai. Menerusi 'MySolve', proses berkenaan dapat dipercepat dan diselesaikan dalam masa seminggu sahaja!

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Sejak dibangunkan bermula Januari lalu dengan kerjasama Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Perak, seramai 34 pasangan telah menggunakan aplikasi ini. Terdapat juga satu permohonan cerai yang dapat diselesaikan dalam masa sehari sahaja."Sehingga kini 34 pasangan telah menggunakan 'MySolve'. Aplikasi ini dapat menjimatkan kos, tenaga, serta masa ketika berurusan dengan Mahkamah Syariah."Selain itu, ia juga dapat mengurangkan kesesakan di kaunter mahkamah. Penyusunan penjadualan kes menjadi lebih teratur, malah pasangan turut mendapat tarikh sebutan perbicaraan yang sesuai," ujar Ketua Hakim Syarie Jabatan Kehakiman Syariah Perak, Asa'ari Mohd Yazid.

Harus diingat, 'MySolve' bukanlah satu platform untuk melafazkan cerai. Ia merupakan tempat bagi pasangan mendaftar atau memohon perceraian. Harap tiada pihak yang salah faham.

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Syarat-syarat Permohonan Pendaftaran Perceraian:1. Pemohon/plaintif mestilah bermastautin di daerah yang berhampiran di Mahkamah Syariah2. Lengkapkan saman/permohonan seksyen 47 (4 salinan) beserta Salinan Kad Pengenalan dan Sijil Nikah/Sijil Rujuk3. Bagi Kes Pengesahan lafaz cerai pula borang seksyen 57 diperlukan4. Jika alamat dalam Kad Pengenalan bukan berasal dari daerah berhampiran mahkamah, pengesahan pelu dilakukan dan mesti lampirkan bersama pengesahan pemastautin di mukim berkenaan, daripada Pegawai Kumpulan Pengurusan Dan Profesional, Penghulu Mukim @ pengesahan bekerja di daerah berkenaan daripada majikan5. Bayaran pendaftaran permohonan sebanyak  RM 50.006. Plaintif dan Defenden MESTILAH sama-sama setuju bercerai cara baik7. Berpakaian Kemas dan Menutup Aurat

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Local YouTuber Arrested For Allegedly Beating His 20-Year-Old Girlfriend To Death

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Police have arrested a local YouTuber following the death of his girlfriend at Penang General Hospital on Sunday, 3 April

According to Bernama, Southwest district police chief Supt Kamarul Rizal Jenal said police had received a report from Balik Pulau Hospital on Saturday, 2 April, about a 20-year-old woman who was admitted unconscious and in critical condition."Examination of the victim found bruises on her head and whole body before the woman was referred to Penang General Hospital for further treatment due to her critical condition," he said in a statement on Tuesday, 5 April.The police chief said the woman died the next day, while receiving treatment at the hospital.

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After her death, the police arrested four men, including the victim's boyfriend, all aged 23 to 28, to assist in the investigation

The victim and her boyfriend had been staying at their friend's rented home in Teluk Ketumbar, Penang from 27 March to film content for his YouTube channel.It is understood that the woman is from Melaka.Netizens had recognised and condemned the suspect, who has over 110,000 subscribers on his channel, followings news of the victim's death on social media.

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The victim is believed to have been beaten to death with a blunt object

Harian Metro reported that the incident is also believed to have taken place after the couple had an argument over jealous motives.The suspects are now in remand for seven days until 11 April to assist in the investigations under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness.
If you or anyone you know may be at risk of domestic violence, please call these Malaysian hotlines:

1. WOMEN'S AID ORGANISATION (WAO)24-hourContact: +603-30008858SMS/WhatsApp: +6018-9888058Website | Facebook | Twitter2. ALL WOMEN'S ACTION SOCIETY (AWAM)Weekdays (9.30am - 4.30pm)Contact: +603-78770224WhatsApp: +6016-2284221 | +6016-2374221Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter3. WOMEN'S CENTRE FOR CHANGE PENANG (WCC PENANG)Weekdays (9am - 5pm)Contact: +604-2280342 | +604-3988340WhatsApp: +6011-31084001 | +6016-4390698Email: [email protected] Website | Facebook | Twitter4. TALIAN KASIH24-hourContact: 15999WhatsApp: +6019-2615999Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook 5. TELENISA LEGAL AID CLINICWeekdays (8am - 10pm)Contact: +6012-8123424WhatsApp: +6012-8123424Email: [email protected] Facebook | Twitter 6. BUDDY BEAR CHILDLINEDaily (12pm - 12am)Contact: 1800-18-2327


Android Users, You Can Now Link Your CIMB Bank Mastercard Credit Card With Google Wallet!

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One thing we all desire with our 'on-the-go' lifestyle is convenience

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With technology evolving day by day, almost everything can be done on your smartphones, from shopping and ordering food, to even controlling smart appliances like washing machines and the TV.  We seek the most convenient ways to get what we need, and anything that requires an extra step or two is deemed too much. ;P

Well, we've got good news! You can now connect your CIMB Bank Mastercard Credit Card to Google Wallet and pay directly with your phone.

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ICYMI, Google Wallet is a digital wallet that allows users to securely store their payment cards, loyalty cards, boarding passes, and more, all in one place. Gone are the days of carrying your heavy dompet around as all you'll need now is your smartphone with you when you leave the house. And, if you own a CIMB Bank Mastercard Credit Card, you'll be among the first to experience Google Wallet for making contactless payments in-store and online payments in Malaysia. Woohoo! :D

Not only is Google Wallet easy to use, it's also safe and secure

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It's super simple to use your credit card on Google Wallet. All you need to do is download the Google Wallet app from Google Play Store, add your CIMB Bank Mastercard Credit Card, and set it as the default payment card. Now, before making a payment in-store, make sure the near field communication (NFC) function has been turned on. Then, you'll have to unlock the phone, hold it near to the card reader, and tap to pay. Payment is done and that's it! For online purchases, just look for the GPay button like below before you click to checkout!

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If you're worried about how safe Google Wallet is, then you'll be happy to know that security and privacy are built into every part of the app to keep all your essentials protected. When you tap to pay with your Android phone, it doesn’t share your credit card information with the retailer, so your payment info stays secure.

Want to reap more savings while holiday shopping?
When you pay with CIMB Bank Mastercard Credit Card on Google Wallet, you'll stand a chance to win up to RM40 cashback with a minimum spend of RM100, only on a first-come, first-served basis!
Cashback is capped at RM10 per month per eligible cardholder and is valid from 15 November 2022 until 28 February 2023*.

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Whether it's buying gifts for your loved ones or treating yourself to some new clothes for the holidays, make sure to use your credit card on Google Wallet to pay, so you can increase the chances of receiving more cashback. *Terms and conditions apply.

So, whatchu waiting for? Download Google Wallet on your Android phone and start shopping with your CIMB Bank Mastercard Credit Card today!
For more information, check out CIMB's website.

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Here Are 7 Types Of Birth Control In Malaysia & How Much They Cost

Contraception, or birth control, is sadly still a taboo topic in Malaysia and people often avoid the conversation until an accident happens

However, it doesn't have to be that way. We need to talk about contraception because it is crucial not only for safe sex and preventing pregnancy, but also for women who deal with really bad menstrual issues.Plus, there is no such thing as a birth control method that is perfect for everyone.You will need to find one that fits your life and consider everything from convenience, comfort, effectiveness, cost, and side effects that may happen specifically only to you (or your partner).

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So, to get the ball rolling, here are the common types of contraception you can find in Malaysia:

1. Condoms

A condom is a rubber sheath that is worn over an erect penis and physically acts as a barrier to prevent sperm from entering the vagina, thus preventing pregnancy.It is the only type of contraceptive known to protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) as it prevents skin contact and exchange of body fluids during intercourse.Besides having no side effects (other than if you are allergic to latex), condoms are the most easily available contraceptive - they are available in pharmacies and convenience stores and do not need a prescription to be used.Drawbacks: It may slip off or break during intercourse.Effectiveness: 97% if used correctly (Although failure rates are known to be higher in first year of use because people often don't know how to put it on correctly. Don't be shy, watch a tutorial!)Cost: RM6 to RM15 for a box of threeCommon brands in Malaysia: Durex, ONE, Playboy, Okamoto

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Note: Other barrier methods such as female condoms and cervical diaphragms also exist. However, they are not readily available in Malaysia.

2. Oral contraceptive pills (OCP)

Also known as birth control pills, these pills are made out of hormones higher than a woman's normal body levels. OCPs have to be taken daily to be effective. The constant intake of hormones will prevent ovulation (the release of the ovum) throughout the menstrual cycle and thus prevent pregnancy.There are two types of pills - the combined (estrogen and progesterone) and the progesterone-only pills.Both types can be bought over-the-counter from a pharmacist without a prescription. Ideally though, you should seek medical advice on both the hormones before use because everyone has different contraindications, e.g. people with high blood pressure cannot take pills with estrogen in it.OCPs are often advised for women who not only need birth control, but also if they have heavy and painful periods as these pills can make periods become more regular, shorter, less heavy, and less painful.These pills can be used to treat acne too. However, it may also worsen the condition in some people, so do seek medical advice.Drawbacks: Users have to take the pill at almost the same time every single day. It doesn't protect against STIs. It can cause weight gain and blood clotting issues (venous thromboembolism).Effectiveness: 91% if used correctlyCost: RM30 to RM60 for a box for one monthCommon brands in Malaysia: Diane, Mirogynon, Regulon, Rigevidon, Yasmin, Yaz

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3. Hormonal injection

The hormonal injection is a progestin-based (synthetic progesterone) shot, and the brand name Depo-Provera has become synonymous with this type of birth control.You will have to go to a government or private clinic to be prescribed and administered this contraceptive. It lasts for three months, which means you will be taking about four shots a year.The injected progesterone typically works by suppressing ovulation (to prevent the release of an egg), thinning out the lining of the uterus (to lessen the chance of implantation), and also thickening cervical mucus (to stop sperm from entering the uterus), which altogether makes getting pregnant close to impossible.These injections are usually prescribed to women who don't want to take pills every day or can't take estrogen for whatever reason.Besides preventing unwanted pregnancies, this injection is also often prescribed to women with heavy and painful periods because it can help reduce menstrual cramps and flow.Drawbacks: While reducing menstrual pain and flow, progesterone might cause irregular bleeding (also known as spotting). Long term use of progesterone-only birth control may also decrease bone density. It does not protect against STIs. It is also known to cause weight gain.Effectiveness: 96%Cost: RM36 at government clinics, RM80 to RM90 at private clinicsDuration of effect: Three monthsCommon brands in Malaysia: Depo-Provera

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4. Hormonal implant

Similar to the injection, implants will introduce progestin into the body, but in the form of a 4cm plastic rod that is inserted underneath the skin of your arm.The implant, often known as the brand Implanon, will release small amounts of progestin over three years.This contraceptive has similar benefits and risks as the other progesterone-only contraceptives, such as the Depo-Provera injection and the Mirena intrauterine device.It works by preventing ovulation, thinning out the uterine lining, and thickening cervical mucus. It is also given to women who can't take estrogen or have heavy and painful periods.You will have to go to a clinic to be prescribed and administered this implant.Drawbacks: Upfront payment is high, but it is considered affordable over time because it lasts three years. Can cause irregular bleeding in the first few months of use and decreased bone density in the long term. It does not protect against STIs.Effectiveness: 99%Cost: RM600 at government clinics, RM800 to RM900 at private clinicsDuration of effect: Three yearsCommon brands in Malaysia: Implanon

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5. Copper intrauterine device (IUD)

The IUD is a small, T-shaped plastic device that is wrapped in copper. Copper has a direct spermicidal effect on sperm entering the uterus and prevents fertilisation from occurring.This birth control does not contain hormones, so you will still get your periods, but they may be heavier and more painful in the first few months.The IUD is a type of long-term contraception that can be left in the uterus from three to five years. If you are ready to have a baby, the device can also be removed earlier.You will have to visit a specialised doctor, a gynaecologist, to insert the IUD.Drawbacks: Insertion may be painful. May cause heavier and more painful periods in first few months. There is also risk of pelvic infection. It does not protect against STIs. It is possible for the device to be suddenly expelled (you will have to check once a month if the strings are still protruding from your cervix).Effectiveness: 99%Cost: RM80 to RM110 at government clinics, RM500 to RM600 at private clinicsDuration of effect: Three to five yearsCommon brands in Malaysia: Multiload, Mona Lisa, Nova-T

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6. Hormonal intrauterine device (IUD)

Instead of copper, the hormonal IUDs are wrapped with the hormone progestin. As mentioned above, progestin prevents pregnancies by stopping ovulation, thinning the uterus lining, and thickening cervical mucus.The hormonal IUD offers long-term contraceptive protection for up to five years and is similar with the other progesterone-only contraceptives - it can decrease menstrual bleeding and pain for those suffering from heavy, painful periods.Drawbacks: Upfront payment is high. Insertion may be painful. It can cause irregular bleeding in the first few months of use and cause decreased bone density in the long term. There is also risk of pelvic infection. It doesn't protect against STIs and it is also possible for the device to be suddenly expelled (you will have to check once a month if the strings are still protruding from your cervix).Effectiveness: 99%Cost: RM800 to RM1,100 at private clinicsDuration of effect: Five yearsCommon brands in Malaysia: Mirena

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7. Emergency morning-after pills

A dose of emergency contraception comes in the form of one or two pills, and these pills contain many more times the amount of hormones found in regular OCP pills, which immediately prevents ovulation, and thus prevent an unwanted pregnancy.Morning-after pills can be bought over-the-counter from pharmacies without a prescription. However, due to its high volume of hormones, these pills should only be taken in event of emergency after unplanned, unprotected sex. The high volume of hormones disrupts a woman's menstrual cycle and should not be used regularly.The pills have to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex - the more immediate, the more effective it is.Effectiveness: Effective only within three days after unprotected sexCost: RM5 to RM20Common brands in Malaysia: Escapelle, Postinor-2

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Seek professional medical advice if you are interested in any of these contraceptive methods

There is still a lot of information that you will need to know about the side effects, methods of usage, and insertion procedures for them.The prices listed above for government clinics are obtained from the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) website, and prices for the private clinics are quotes obtained over calls to a few private clinics around Klang Valley, as well as estimates from the Reproductive Rights Advocacy Alliance Malaysia (RRAAM), so prices might differ from the ones you find.It is also important to note that while LPPKN clinics offer more affordable options, they will only provide contraception to married couples. Single individuals may seek contraception from LPPKN clinics if they agree to additional counselling.Traditional methods such as abstinence, withdrawal, and the rhythm method (only having sex outside of a woman's fertile window in her menstruation cycle) were also not elaborated here because if you are going to be sexually active, get real protection!The information provided is for educational and communication purposes only and it should not be construed as personal medical advice. Information published in this article is not intended to replace, supplant or augment a consultation with a health professional regarding the reader's own medical care.

Look out for more #sexualhealth stories and tips this month!

From contraceptives to vibrators, and intimacy to abstinence, no topic is off limits. Join us in normalising conversations surrounding sexual health.

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A Sarawakian gynaecologist invented a new type of condom — a unisex condom — to address the drawbacks of regular condoms:

                This Malaysian Gynae Invented The World's 1st Condom That Can Be Worn By Men & Women

Dr John Tang Ing Ching said it provides better protection against STIs and is way thinner than a regular condom.

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Even a 7-Eleven staff has expressed his frustration with Malaysians who act shy when buying condoms:

                "Wanna Buy Durex, But Shy To Pay" — 7E Staff Shares His Frustration Over Condom Buyers

Buying condoms can be a daunting task to some. And the cashiers know.

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Disturbing Video Shows Muslim Men In India Tied To Pole & Flogged As Crowd Cheers On

Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Telegram for the latest stories and breaking news.Editor's Note: The video is extremely disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised.

A group of Muslim men in India were held against an electricity pole and flogged by cops with rotan to "teach them a lesson in public"

The public flogging of the men from the minority community took place in the town square of a city in the western Indian state of Gujarat, the home state of India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi.At least five Muslim men were held, one after the other, by a group of police officers in plainclothes against the electricity pole and flogged with a cane (rotan) while a number of uniformed officers stood guard.Those being flogged were seen writhing in pain and begging for mercy. However, the plainclothes officers continued to flog the Muslim men. They were heard, in Gujarati Bahasa, saying that they are sorry.A huge crowd that was watching the flogging cheered on and hailed the officers.The crowd, which included women and children, also shouted 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai', meaning "victory for Mother India", a slogan of the Indian Army that has come to be misused by Hindu right-wingers to construct a militant idea of India that excludes millions of Muslims among other minorities in the country.

A local politician alleged that Muslims had pelted stones at Garba, a community dance event held during Navratri, a Hindu religious festival

The Garba was organised outside a temple, which shares a wall with a mosque.The local politician, Indravadan Patel, who is the elected head of the town, told The Indian Express that he organised the community dance event to fulfil an election promise he made last year."I had taken a pledge during the 2021 panchayat elections that I would organise the Garba for one night of Ashtami (eighth day of Navratri) at the temple. The village has a separate Garba for locals every day. However, they (Muslims) did not want us to carry on," he was quoted as saying by the English newspaper.Another English newspaper, Deccan Herald, reported a district-level senior police official as saying that the Muslim community objected to the Hindu religious event as it was adjacent to the mosque.A heated argument ensued, which turned into a brawl, and stones were pelted, Rajesh Gadhia said.However, a politician from the Muslim community claimed that the stone-pelting occurred over a "misunderstanding that a riot had broken out", as there were loud shouts and screams during the Garba."Some stones were pelted from both sides and it blew up into a big clash. While we were at the police station trying to have a cross report lodged, we also heard that the police had assaulted some of the arrested accused in public. We will take legal recourse if the police department does not initiate disciplinary action on this matter," Abdul Karim Malek, president of Madhya Gujarat Muslim Samaj Seva Samiti, said.Police later identified and booked a total of 43 Muslims. Of these, 10 men were arrested and five were brought to the spot where the Garba was held and punished in public for allegedly disrupting and rioting.The Muslim men have been booked under various Indian Penal Code sections, including an attempt to murder, unlawful assembly, rioting, rioting armed with a deadly weapon likely to cause death, and  deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings by insulting religion or religious beliefs.

Harsh Ramesh Sanghavi, who is the Minister of State for Home in the ruling BJP government, appeared to condone the police action

According to Sanghvi, the Muslim community had attempted to disturb the Hindu religious festival."This was an attempt to disturb a religious festival by a certain kind of people. Some anti-social elements tried to break the peace. I want to say that in Gujarat anyone who behaves will not be troubled," he said.

Harsh Ramesh Sanghavi.
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Meanwhile, Ashish Bhatia, who is the director-general of Gujarat police, has ordered an inquiry to ascertain the video's genuineness

"We have ordered an inquiry after taking cognisance of the video," Bhatia told Deccan Herald.An opposition leader has also demanded that the officers in the video be suspended."The police pinned the accused to the electricity pole and thrashed them with sticks while the public applauded. The officials who took the law into their own hands should be immediately suspended," he said.

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Earlier this month, a senior-level Indian official disparaged a student on stage for requesting subsidised menstrual hygiene facilities:

                "What Next, Condoms?" — Indian Official Chastises Schoolgirl For Requesting Sanitary Pads

The officer, who was interacting with schoolgirls at a UNICEF workshop for empowering women, told the girl that askin...

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2 Children Drowned In A Water Catchment In Kajang

On 5 October, two children drowned in a pool of water at Jalan Cheras Prima, Kajang

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The children were identified as eight-year-old Mohd Rayan Ikram Rozilah and 10-year-old Nur Farisah.As reported by Bernama, Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Norazam Khamis said that an emergency call was received around 3pm.

Members of the public pulled the bodies to the waterside

Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Norazam Khamis.
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"The children were pronounced dead at the scene by the medical team and the bodies handed over to the police," Norazam said, in an interview with Bernama.The victims were also sent to Kajang Hospital for an autopsy.

A food stall operator tried to rescue the children before JBPM arrived

Badruzzaman Borhanudin.
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Badruzzaman Borhanudin told Bernama that he rushed to save the both of them after being told that they fell into the pool."I immediately jumped into the pool but found no one. So I climbed onto a nearby tree and saw one of the victims afloat.  Once again I got into the pool to retrieve him," Badruzzaman said."After that, I went in again and with the help of a passer-by we managed to pull out the other victim. I never thought of my own safety then."


This Video Shows 'UFOs' That Were Sighted Over Penang Komtar

A video recording that allegedly shows two unidentified flying object (UFO) has surfaced on social media recently

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In the video, two white objects were seen flying parallel to each other while hovering near the Komtar building in Georgetown, Penang. One Facebook user named Wang Soon You shared the video on his account yesterday, 17 January and it instantly went viral.At the time of writing, the post has been shared over 6,000 times, with the video garnering over 300,000 views.

Posted by 王顺友 on Monday, January 16, 2017

A separate video recording which was shared by Wang revealed that a group of people had gathered together to witness the unusual sighting

Posted by 王顺友 on Monday, January 16, 2017

While many were intrigued by the sighting, quite a number of people have immediately shot down claims of visitation by extraterrestrial life

Quite a number of netizens suggested that the two objects seen in the video were drones.

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What do you think? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.


"Bakal Tenggelam" - Kecoh Di Internet, Paras Air Di Daerah Jakarta Pada Tahap Merisaukan

Follow kami di Telegram, Instagram dan TikTok SAYS Seismik, jadi antara yang terawal untuk dapatkan berita serta artikel-artikel menarik.

Peningkatan paras air global turut memberikan impak negatif dalam kehidupan seharian manusia

Keadaan cuaca yang terlampau panas menyebabkan ais gergasi di kutub utara mula mencair dan menyebabkan paras air laut meningkat.Baru-baru ini, tular beberapa rakaman video berkenaan penduduk di Jakarta, Indonesia mula risau kerana paras air di kawasan itu pada paras bahaya.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @akuajaibbb   suara asli  - akuajaibbb

Air laut sudah hampir capai paras tebing berdekatan kawasan perumahan

Menerusi beberapa video yang mula menular di TikTok, dilihat pelbagai sudut pandang lain warga Jakarta yang merakam keadaan paras air yang hampir melepasi paras tembok itu.Apa yang lebih merisaukan, keadaan air yang deras dan juga kawasan penempatan yang bersebelahan tembok dilihat sama paras.Ada beberapa pandangan yang dikongsikan di internet bahawa bandar Jakarta bakal ditelenggami sepenuhnya jika ia tidak diberikan apa-apa solusi.Lihat video lain di bawah:

  @rizalmaulana067 emang bener ya? #jakartatenggelam2030  Yasir Lana - Ai Khodijah

  @samjaridane #kata  suara asli - samjaridane - jairidan

  @radityatama017 2050 Katanya Tenggelam #dkijakarta #indonesia #fyp #tiktok #tenggelam  suara asli - Radityatama017 - Radit Yatama

"Kalau aku duduk rumah tepi tu, auto pindah tempat lain" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video di berkenaan yang kini telah meraih 8.6M tontonan, 317.1K tanda suka dan 10.5K komen di TikTok. Rata-rata netizen turut membimbangkan keadaan penduduk Jakarta yang tinggal berdekatan laut.Malah, hasil carian 'Jakarta Tenggelam' sudah menjadi trending di hasil carian TikTok baru-baru ini.Berikut di bawah adalah komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Min tengok pun dah seram, apatah lagi mereka yang tinggal kat sana :')

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Man In Bangsar Dies While Trying To Escape Police After Allegedly Taking Upskirt Photos

A 53-year-old man who was accused of taking upskirt photos of a woman in Bangsar died after he was confronted by police

Devi's Corner, Bangsar.
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According to Malay Mail, the incident took place on Sunday, 15 September, at Devi's Corner, Jalan Telawi 4.

A woman lodged a police report after seeing the man taking upskirt photos of another customer using his mobile phone.

She alerted a restaurant staff member and the authorities at a police station across the restaurant.

The suspect denied the act and became aggressive when the police questioned him

In a report by New Straits Times, Brickfields acting police chief Superintendent Arifai Tarawe said that the when the police confronted the suspect, he denied any wrongdoing.

Arifai said, "The police officers asked him to hand over his mobile phone, but he refused."

"He then tried to escape and ran towards the alley at the back of the restaurant. They chased him and tried to pin him down, but he became very aggressive."

After struggling with the police, the man fell to the ground and lost consciousness

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An ambulance was called immediately, and the suspect was pronounced dead by a medical personnel.The Star reported that the police have classified the case as sudden death.


"I Was Born This Way But I Don't Blame My Parents"

It's easy to disregard individuals when they suffer from some kind of disability, but a teen wants Malaysians to treat them as equals

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"The mentally challenged have feelings too. We're all the same and there's no reason to put them down or feel any different around them." Those were the words of Preveena Ramakrishnan after she visited Pusat Kanak-Kanak Terencat Akal Bahagia, or 'Happiness Centre' for a class project a few weeks ago.  Happiness Centre is a special centre in Melaka, where more than 30 residents who are mentally and very severely disabled find refuge in this place they call home. "Everyone in my class went to orphanages. I found this place and my group went. It was our first time there," the student at Melaka-Manipal Medical College (MMMC) said.

Here, Preveena met a resident named Ern Hau. He is one of the few people in the home who are able to speak.

Preveena and her friend spent almost two hours just getting to know Ern Hau, who suffers from cerebral palsy. "He had so many nice things to say about life. He said that we can't be choosy in life because we get whatever we get, and we have to live the best out of whatever we have," the 18-year-old recalled.  "Despite all his physical and mental disabilities, Ern Hau told us, 'I was born this way but I don't blame my parents. I accept myself as a normal person and they do too. I can't be choosy in life'."

Ern Hau has been in the centre in for the past 17 years and counting

Ern Hau (middle) with Preveena (on his left) together with her friends.
Image via Preveena Ramakrishnan

His mother visits him at least once a month and the 30-year-old looks forward to meeting her.  "I want to make my mummy proud the next time she visits me so I have been trying to exercise my arms and feet, and I'm getting better," he told Preveena and her friends. Ern Hau faces great difficulties to even his hands but he persevered and kept pushing his limits. Recently, he is able to hold a bottle and drinks from it all by himself.  He also shared with Preveena his dreams for the future. Since he loves drawing, he hopes to sell his drawings one day and give away all the money he has to help people.

That meeting with Ern Hau was nothing short of inspiring, and it certainly reminded Preveena that people with disabilities also have their own dreams and aspirations

Image via Preveena Ramakrishnan

"They are still humans and they have feelings," Preveena said."We're all the same and we all need care and attention from others to a certain extent. So, we should put ourselves in their shoes before discriminating them." "We tend to feel sorry for them but that doesn't make them feel better in any way. It only makes it worse. They want to feel accepted and be treated as equals."Preveena pointed out that Ern Hau, despite all his circumstances, still hopes that he can help to create a better world. "We shouldn't be complaining about petty things but instead, try making the world a better place and begin by breaking the stereotypes about disability. There is no greater disability in society than the inability to see a person as a whole. It's about time we change."

For Preveena, the encounter with the Ern Hau and the other residents at Happiness Centre only affirms what she has always believed in - that these people deserve better. She has decided to keep going back, even if it's just to lend emotional support.

Preveena and her friends celebrated Ern Hau's 30th birthday recently.
Image via Preveena Ramakrishnan

"We plan to keep going not just because they need help but I really feel like the people there tend to get really lonely," she said. "Their own families decided to abandon them and they never came to visit. It's really heart-wrenching. We just said 'hello' and so many of them got really excited. And you'll be surprised how smart they are. Only three in the home can actually speak yet we still learned a lot from them."

Living in the city ain’t a piece of cake but it could also be exciting and adventurous. How are you coping? How are you making the best out of things? Do you have a story or experience to share?

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Thinking Of Revamping Your Room Or Home? These M'sian Interior Designers Share Some Tips

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It's easy to have a house, but not easy to make it a home

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When it comes to making your space cosy, there are many factors to consider, such as lighting, furniture, storage, etc. Making your dream space come to life doesn't necessarily require big changes or a lot of money. Sometimes it's all in the little details and that's what turns a house or bedroom into a comfy sanctuary.If you've been wanting to spruce up your space and don't know where to begin, read on!

We spoke with two local interior designers to ask them for advice on common house problems many Malaysians might face today

Adrien Kent is no stranger to the interior design world. As part of Studio Kanta, he's been involved in designing spaces like COCOdry, Common Ground offices, Stretch & Flow at The Five, Bhūmi Pilates Bangsar, Fern in Bangsar Village II, and plenty of other well-known spots around Malaysia. Eqienura is an interior designer with 10 years of experience under her belt. Some of her most popular projects have been for renowned developers like Tropicana Corporation Berhad and Guocoland (M) Berhad.

Eqienura (left) and Adrien Kent (right).
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SAYS: What are some easy ways to spruce up one's bedroom / home that won't cost me a bomb?

Adrien: Seeing how a bed is the focal point of a bedroom, I'd change the bedding to give it a new look.Eqienura: There are three elements I always add to a space to enhance the ambience:– Warm lighting gives comfort and a cosy mood.– Soft furnishing like a throw blanket and cushions to add texture and patterns to your plain furniture.– Personal items, such as a big painting or sentimental items.

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SAYS: If I live in a small space, what are some tips to make it feel cosy / homey and less suffocating?

Adrien: Clutter is the one thing that suffocates. Ensure that there's sufficient storage and use beautiful storage solutions if they're visible.Eqienura: Choose your furniture wisely, the size and design matter. A two-seater sofa and an armchair by the nook are enough for a small household. Choose light frame furniture, not bulky and raised from the floor. Use light curtains or blinds, add a mirror to give more depth and natural light into the space. Don't buy things that you don't use frequently or need in your home just for the sake of 'decorating'.

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SAYS: How do I make people gravitate naturally towards a more "put together" space in my home?

Eqienura: Adding some living greenery in a 'dead' corner or nook can add some vibrancy and eye-catching elements in your home. A fresh flower bouquet as a centrepiece on the dining table or some self-care items, like scented candles and books, at the corner of the sofa where you have a side table — all these items can make the space look more composed and welcoming for guests. People will naturally feel good when the space looks homey and lively, and also smells good too!

Image via @eqienura (Instagram)

SAYS: If I stay in an old house / room, how can I make it look intentional and not outdated?

Adrien: Timelessness can be achieved by mixing the old and new, but the colour scheme needs to be somewhat neutral, light, and fresh to bring it all together and stay "new".Eqienura: I love this question. What you can do is preserve some useful furniture or unique items so that the 'soul' of the space will be untouched. Carefully select other complimentary pieces such as modern style seating with some textured light earth-tone upholstery, light half-sheer curtains, and soft furnishing with less patterns. Tone-on-tone patterns is a thing right now, especially light, muted colours. This will help the space look elegant and timeless.

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SAYS: If I don't get much daylight / lack windows in my space, how can I make it look brighter and warmer?

Adrien: Use light colours and mirrors to bounce more light.Eqienura: Common solution for this is, of course, good lighting. Having a normal cool white-coloured light fitting from the ceiling can make your space look flat, especially when there is a lack of natural light. Use warm tones instead of white lights, and decorative lights (pendant light / floor lamp / table lamp) with adjustable heads to wash some walls. Ceilings with lights also create a more cosy mood as well as reflect more light to illuminate the space. Add a mirror near the window to reflect more natural light into the room.

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SAYS: Malaysia can get really dusty. What are your big 'no-nos' when it comes to decorating a space that will attract dust (if any)?

Eqienura: I agree with this, especially for high-rise apartments and houses with lots of openings. This can't be avoided or prevented because people come in and out of the house all the time. What you can do to manage this issue is to avoid using heavy furnishings like blackout curtains or bulky furniture with lots of decorative or intricate details that can hold lots of dust. Also, keep any flat surface from too many small decorative items. More stuff or nooks and crannies = more dust.  If you have a budget, invest in mechanical blinds for your balcony or terrace. It can filter the dust and can also act as a privacy screen. You can still get natural ventilation coming in through these blinds. Having an air purifier is also quite affordable to keep the air clean and clear from dust and allergens.

Image via @eqienura (Instagram)

SAYS: What are some of your main tips on how to start decluttering?

Adrien: Start with different zones on different days. Have boxes/bags ready for "to keep" and "maybe".Eqienura: Plan and dedicate a space for storage when you declutter. You either need to keep some stuff or throw them away. If you are renovating your house, integrating storage into some built-ins is the best way to keep some stuff hidden. If you're going minimalist, you need to let go some of the stuff and only keep things that you need. I find this hard for me all the time too, haha!A good friend of mine once shared some good tips with me. First, let go of one item a day. Give it away if you don't need it or throw it away if it can't be used anymore. Second, if you buy new clothes, make sure to let go of one from your closet. It's hard, but achievable.

SAYS: Other than candles and diffusers, are there any other ways I can make my place smell great / welcoming?

Adrien: Fresh cut flowers and leaves, like eucalyptus. Eqienura: Fresh flowers like white lilies and roses have quite a strong smell. Put them near the hallways or openings like the main entrance door or window. A few drops of aromatic oil on soft furnishing like curtains and throw cushions also do the trick. Live houseplants keep the air in your home fresh and clean too!

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SAYS: Are there any other tips you would like to add?

Adrien: Invest in good art.Eqienura: When designing or decorating your home, it's important to plan and be mindful. Take some time to envision what kind of space you want to live in and spend your time in after a long day at work or simply to come home to be with your loved ones. Having a complete set of 3-2-1 sofas or striking colour featured wall and space consuming decorations are not always necessary. Having comfortable furniture that you and your household needs, minimal features, and a functional space are more necessary and give a 'soul' to your home. And always keep this in mind, 'home' is a feeling, not a 'space'. :)

If you need more home inspiration, check out how these Malaysians revamped their spaces:

                [PHOTOS] Man Shares How He Turned His Old Bedroom Into An IKEA Showroom During MCO

Before this, he had been sleeping on the floor for the past five years.

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                Woman Goes Viral For Her All-White Room Makeover Using Taobao Furniture & Decorative Items

The room is so fluffy! <3

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                [PHOTOS] Malaysian Transforms His Bedroom And It Looks Like It Came Out Of Pinterest

Syaiful shared that it took him about a month to complete it.

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                Netizen Goes Viral For Showing How To Make A Kitchen Island With Only 4 IKEA Products

Because who doesn't love extra kitchen workspace?

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                Malaysian Couple's Tiny Container Home Has A Spiral Staircase & 'Submarine' Windows

Pretty cool!

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On a budget? Here's how you can make your workspace cosier with just RM50:

                How To Makeover Your Work Desk Under RM50

Since we spend many hours at our desks, might as well make it cosy.

Read the full story


Construction Worker Gives Up His Seat For Elderly Woman Who Wouldn't Sit Beside Him On MRT

Earlier this week, in an awkward incident that happened on an MRT train, a construction worker gave up his seat for an elderly woman who seemed reluctant to sit on an empty seat beside him

According to a viral Facebook post by a woman named Regina Yqh, the Indian man was seated opposite her with an empty seat beside him."After some time, one elderly Chinese aunty boarded the train. She appeared reluctant to sit down and exchanged eye contact with him as if he needs to stand up before she agrees to sit down," the woman wrote on her post on 17 July.She added that following the staredown by the elderly aunty, the man stood up to give the seats and let the aunty hog on the two empty seats.

While the man was humble enough to let the elderly aunty have both the seats, she gave him a look as if he did something wrong

"The man seems fine but awkward. He is nice enough to give up the seats," read the Facebook post, which has garnered thousands of Reactions and over 1.8k shares.The woman who wrote the post then added that seeing how the man appeared awkward, she immediately stood up and offered to change her seat with him."Because come on, why doesn't he deserve a seat? We are all paying transport fare, isn't it?" she wrote, adding that she then sat down beside the elderly aunty.

"Treat others as to how you wish to be treated"

"Hope this message will reach out to as many possible. Let's do a small favour to make this stressful world a better place, be it a construction worker or whatsoever," she ended her Facebook post while urging others to be considerate.


"Rambut Kalis Api Neraka" - Respon Netizen Selepas Emma Maembong Kembali 'Free Hair'

Umum mengetahui bahawa pelakon popular Emma Maembong mengesahkan dirinya tidak lagi bertudung sejak empat hari lalu

        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by EmmaMaembong (@emma_maembongofficial) on Feb 6, 2019 at 6:06am PST

Memetik laporan Berita Harian, Emma menegaskan tindakan itu bukanlah contoh yang baik, malah turut mengakui bahawa imannya belum kukuh."Apa juga alasannya, saya mengaku khilaf ini datang daripada diri sendiri. Soal dosa dan pahala itu biarlah antara diri ini dengan Tuhan. Selepas ini, saya harus telan segala kecaman dengan lapang dada.“Untuk kita istiqamah dalam bertudung bukan perkara mudah. Pasti ada ujian yang menjelma. Jika tidak betul-betul bersedia, pasti terumbang-ambing juga iman diri. Cuma dalam tempoh bertudung itu, bukan saya tidak mencuba untuk membulatkan hati. Namun, saat saya tewas dan perkara itu tular. Hukuman bertalu-talu datang, tetapi saya terima dengan hati terbuka,” katanya.

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Ekoran perkara tersebut, orang ramai tidak henti-henti memberi kecaman demi kecaman kepada Emma Maembong menerusi ruangan komen di Instagram miliknya

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Emma yang sejak semalam memuat naik dua keping gambar yang menunjukkan dirinya tidak bertudung telah menerima puluhan ribu komen dalam masa yang singkat.Di bawah antara yang sempat kami rakamkan:

1. "Syaitan dah berjaya"

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2. "Boleh jadi pelakon Munafik 3"

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3. "Kau ingat masuk neraka kejap-kejap ke?"

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4. "Aku nak jadi diri sendiri"

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5. "Wanita Palestin bersungguh-sungguh pertahankan agama"

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6. "Hijab for Allah, free hair for Abdullah"

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Di sebalik kecaman, masih ramai netizen yang memberikan kata-kata semangat serta mendoakan yang terbaik buat Emma

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Semoga Emma diberi petunjuk dan terus tabah menghadapi dugaan hidup. All the best! :)

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Taiwan Doctor Ridicules M'sia For Failing To Control COVID-19 Despite Having Hot Weather

A Taiwanese doctor is receiving backlash for saying Malaysia is "embarrassing" itself for failing to contain the COVID-19 pandemic despite having hot weather in the country

On a televised show published on Facebook yesterday, 5 April, Dr Lee Bing-ying said it is easier to control viral diseases in hot weather countries based on an article he read.

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"It is easier to control an epidemic in tropical regions, but they are not totally immune to diseases," said Dr Lee, who is the chairman of the Paediatric Infectious Diseases Society of Taiwan."Let's take influenza as an example. We have the influenza epidemic every winter (in Taiwan) and we still receive some cases during the summer."I came across an article about research on influenza vaccines. The research results... I realised that there are three to four tropical countries with a lower influenza prevalence.

			Therefore, if you are in a tropical country where the weather is hot, and yet you cannot control the viral disease, it is embarrassing.
        Dr Lee Bing-ying

However, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has refuted the claim that high temperatures can prevent COVID-19

In a myth-busting gallery posted on the WHO's Facebook page today, 6 April, it said that temperatures higher than 25°C do not prevent the transmission of the coronavirus disease.

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In another comment, Dr Lee criticised Malaysians for not wearing masks and claimed that we are "American-England kind" of people

"Other than that, I also saw some footage and pictures from Malaysia," he continued."They are not wearing face masks. I think they are like the American-England group, they are the same kind," Dr Lee claimed, to which the host of the show added that Malaysia was once ruled by the British Empire. The host claimed that Malaysians do not wear face masks because the weather is too hot and causes discomfort.After hearing that, Dr Lee said while it is not comfortable to wear face masks, a nationwide lockdown is more unbearable."The Malaysian government then announced this and that and whatnot, but at the end of the day, the people are still not wearing face masks," he said."Wearing face masks is the most important and most effective preventative step."

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Dr Lee added that Putrajaya's decision to "lockdown" the country will starve people to death, while other show's guests compared Malaysia with other "poor" countries

The show’s guests talked over each other, throwing examples of impoverished countries like India, African continent, and Middle Eastern region."The steps (Movement Control Order) taken by the Malaysian government may reduce the number of deaths in the country, but more people will die of hunger and thirst," the doctor claimed. He compared Malaysia with countries with a huge population living in poverty and said such a "lockdown" will put many citizens into unemployment and they will starve to death.Dr Lee told the Malaysian government to evaluate the implementation, before concluding that the COVID-19 battle in Taiwan will not end even after the summer comes.

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Dr Lee's comments made on the TV show sparked outrage on social media, with many Malaysians doubting his professionalism

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On TVBS' Facebook page, where the video was uploaded, netizens criticised the TV show for inviting experts on the programme to spread false information about the country. "Pretending to be an expert? Malaysians do not wear a mask? Then why are face masks all sold out in the country? You do not understand anything, yet still talking nonsense. This is what Taiwan described as the so-called experts! They are frog at the bottom of the well," said a Facebook user.

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Another agitated netizen asked, "What do you mean by a tropical country that cannot control a viral disease is embarrassing and 'American-England kind' of people? Are you trying to show your stupidity?"

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One person pointed out that this is the second TV show from Taiwan that reported false information on Malaysia's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic."How can you misreport! Very irresponsible, you Taiwan TV! Just take some screenshots on the Internet and then report indiscriminately! Don't you feel ashamed?" commented a netizen."Why don't you talk about America which has over 100,000 confirmed cases. Malaysia announced the partial lockdown once the country received 500 cases. Is Malaysia fun to bully?"Previously, there was a TV show which reported that Malaysia is burying people who died of COVID-19 on roadsides. Now, we have another such report. Where are your professional ethics?"

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The netizen was referring to the comments made by Taiwan TV current affairs commentator Li Zheng Hao on EBC News last month

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According to Oriental Daily, Li claimed that the Malaysian government imposes strict curfews on its citizens, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) arrest law offenders in full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and force suspects to put on oxygen masks during the arrest, and medical professionals have no choice but to wear garbage bags when treating COVID-19 patients.Perhaps, the most ridiculous of them all was Li's accusation that so many Malaysians have died due to the pandemic and the bodies are buried by the roadside because the government does not have the time to cremate them.Realising his mistake five days after the episode was aired, Li took to Facebook to apologise to Malaysians, saying foreign media has twisted the news and admitting that he did not verify the information himself."I offer my deepest apology for causing discomfort to the Malaysian people," wrote Li."In the future, I will be more careful when dealing with this type of news. Thank you, Malaysian friends, for giving me a valuable lesson. I am sorry again."

You can watch the video featuring Dr Lee below:

# #TVBSPosted by Penang My Hometown  on Sunday, April 5, 2020

Remember to #JustStayAtHome. Watch the latest update on the COVID-19 situation:

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On 23 March, Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said only people with COVID-19 symptoms need to wear masks:

                Health D-G: No Need To Wear Face Masks Unless You Have COVID-19 Symptoms

Only if you have symptoms like runny nose or cough.

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Maria Chin Charged For Organising 'Illegal' Bersih 4 Rally

59-year-old Maria Chin Abdullah was charged in the Sessions Court this morning, 3 November, for organising Bersih 4.0 rally without giving at least 10 days of prior notice to the police as required under Section 9(1) of the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012

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She was charged on her capacity as organiser of the rally, at the KL Sessions Court.She was charged under the Section 9 (1) of the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA), which requires rally organisers to notify authorities 10 days in advance or face no more than a RM 10,000 fine.Deputy public prosecutor Wan Shaharuddin Wan Ladin asked for a RM5,000 bail.

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However, she pleaded not guilty to the charge and was granted bail

Her councel Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan objected to his request claiming her client was not a flight risk.“Maria has no intention of going anywhere and she will stay to fight this. The matter of bail should not apply to this case and I ask that no bail apply here as there is no ground for it,” she said. The defense also argued that their client was not a flight risk and always cooperated with the authorities.Sessions Court judge Mat Ghani Abdullah approved the bail without deposit,  which means Maria would give the court her word that she was not a risk, and she would not need to pay the RM5,000.

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The case will go to trial on 11 December 2015

Maria said her defense will be raising the issue that the charge against her was defective and unconstitutional.“They should actually drop the charge against me. In the Nik Nazmi case, the decision is still valid and the court appeal had made the 10 notice null and void. During the time of Bersih 4, the 10 notice was null and void as per Nik Nazmi’s case.PKR leader Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad had a similar charge struck out after the court declaring that the requirement to provide a 10-day notice prior to holding a rally, as stipulated under the PAA, as unnecessary and unconstitutional, before another case overturned the judgement with their ruling in an appeal concerning Johor PKR secretary R. Yuvaneswaran. Therefore now the Seri Setia assemblyman is being charged for the third time under PAA for failing to provide prior notice for the Black 505 rally in 2013.

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Meanwhile, Amnesty International said that the move to charge Maria for organising the rally is clearly nothing but politically motivated, adding that it highlights a wider, vindictive push to silence others who take to the streets to voice their opposition

“These vindictive charges against Maria are clearly politically-motivated and should be dropped immediately. The authorities in Malaysia are trying to punish those who voice their opposition peacefully and create an overall climate of fear to deter other activists from doing the same,” Amnesty International’s South East Asia campaigns director Josef Benedict said.“Instead of listening to the people who demonstrated at the Bersih 4 rally, the Malaysian government is doing everything in its power to increase repression further.”Amnesty International in its statement released today also pointed out how the charges against Maria and Lasimbang came in the context of a widening crackdown on freedom of expression in Malaysia over the past two years.“The authorities have, in particular, made use of the Sedition Act, a draconian colonial-era law that gives the government sweeping powers to silence dissent,” Benedict said.“The government’s relentless effort to silence anyone who voices critical opinions of the state is incredibly alarming, and shows no sign of letting up. This must end immediately – space for public debate in Malaysia is under serious threat,” Benedict said.Najib had in 2012 pledged to repeal the Sedition Act 1948, but made a U-turn at the Umno general assembly in December last year and announced that the law would instead be fortified.A number of people, mostly opposition leaders and academicians, have been arrested and charged with sedition.

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[PHOTOS] Roofers In Hong Kong Climb To Support Malaysian's Gaza Campaign

Two weeks ago, two Malaysian daredevils, Keow Wee Loong and Fatin Ilani received overwhelming attention from Malaysians over their attempt to promote the "Save Gaza Campaign" on top of a building in KL

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The two risked their lives and climbed the facade of a building in KL with an important message to share with Malaysians. However, Fatin Ilani was criticised for doing this act.

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On 11 August, The New York Daily News caught wind of the pair's endeavours

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A pair of daredevils risked their lives to protest against the recent conflict in Gaza – by climbing to the top of one of Malaysia's tallest structures.

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Keow Wee Loong and Fatin Ilani scaled the 60-floor IB Tower building in Kuala Lumpur, taking a series dizzying images along the way.

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According to the article, Keow said "I do this and it feels right because I have a message to promote."

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"I started actively roofing and photographing around a year ago. So far, I've climbed around 40 buildings, as I am not afraid of heights."

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"When Fatin asked me if I could bring a "Save Gaza" poster with me on my next climb, I asked if she would like to join, and she said 'Yes.' I do this and it feels right because I have a message to promote," said Keow Wee Loong.

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The message that Keow and Fatin Ilani were sending has also touched the hearts of roofers in Hong Kong. They scaled to the top of one of the tallest towers in Hong Kong in support of the campaign.

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At the peak of the building, roofers Airin Tse and Daniel Lau were photographed holding a "Save Gaza" message similar to the one Fatin Ilani had carried

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Image via Keow Wee Loong Photography

Based on photos uploaded on Instagram, Airin Tse and Daniel Lau appear to be active roofers in Hong Kong. See some of their amazing photos HERE:

Image via Daniel Lau's Instagram

Image via Daniel Lau's Instagram

Image via Daniel Lau's Instagram

Image via Daniel Lau's Instagram

Image via Daniel Lau's Instagram

Image via Airin Tse's Instagram

Image via Airin Tse's Instagram

Image via Airin Tse's Instagram

Image via Airin Tse's Instagram

In response to the criticism Fatin Ilani received from netizens, Airin Tse also used the opportunity to tell Fatin not to give up

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Touched by Airin's message, Fatin thanked her for her support and encouragement

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What do you think of a campaign like this? Do you think it helps raise awareness?


Mengidam Nasi Lemak AirAsia, Netizen Bantu Si Suami Penuhi ‘Nafsu Makan’ Isterinya. Power!

Mengidam semasa mengandung adalah perkara biasa bagi ibu-ibu yang sedang hamil

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Bahkan dikatakan seramai 50% ke 90% wanita mengandung akan mengalami simptom "mengidam" ini. Mengidam makanan yang manis dan masin serta berempah atau yang tinggi kandungan lemak kerap terjadi dalam kalangan wanita mengandung. Namun begitu, kadang-kadang makanan yang diidamkan ini adalah sesuatu yang bukan kebiasaan, malah ada di antaranya sangat ganjil dan sukar didapati.Walau bagaimanapun, sebagai seorang suami yang penyayang, pasti akan lakukan apa sahaja untuk memuaskan hati isterinya dengan bersungguh-sungguh mendapatkan makanan yang diidamkannya itu.

Baru-baru ini viral di laman Twitter apabila seorang lelaki ingin memenuhi permintaan isterinya yang mengidam menu Nasi Lemak Pak Nasser, menu yang biasanya dihidang di atas pesawat AirAsia

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Mohamad Azham, suami kepada Farizah Mohd Mostar, menggunakan medium Twitter untuk mengetahu dimana dia boleh mendapatkan nasi lemak tersebut, bagi memenuhi kempunan isterinya yang sedang mengandung anak ketiga mereka.

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Image via Twitter @amsuda

Bapa kepada dua orang anak itu pun mencuba nasib dengan bertanya kepada syarikat penerbangan AirAsia sama ada makanan tersebut boleh didapati di tempat lain. Tanpa diduga pertanyaan Azham mendapat respon pengendali akaun Twitter rasmi AirAsia dengan jawapan balas yang kelakar sehingga menerima lebih 2,000 retweets.

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Yang mengejutkan lagi, posting Azham itu turut mendapat sambutan dari para netizen yang ingin membantunya mendapatkan makanan tersebut

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Image via Twitter @amsuda

Ekoran kemuliaan hati rakyat Malaysia ini, Azham akhirnya berjaya memenuhi permintaan isterinya yang mengidam Nasi Lemak Nasser. Siap makan dua bungkus tu!

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Ketika dihubungi MStar, Azham menyatakan rasa  kesyukurannya apabila isterinya mendapat nasi lemak yang diidamkannya itu."Bukan sebungkus tapi dua bungkus yang diberikan secara percuma. Saya anggap ini rezeki anak ketiga saya yang bakal lahir awal tahun depan," katanya.Dia juga terharu dengan sikap baik hati orang ramai yang turut meluahkan hasrat ingin membantunya sehingga ada yang sanggup mencari maklumat mengenai pengedar nasi lemak tersebut.

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"Saya tak sangka ramai sangat yang nak membantu. Saya dan isteri amat terharu. Pendek kata rakyat Malaysia memang baik hati."Kerana nasi lemak akhirnya rakyat Malaysia bersatu. Terima kasih sekali lagi anda semua memang terbaik," tambahnya lagi.

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This 8-Year-Old Klang Boy Scored A For IGCSE Maths Exam

An eight-year-old boy obtained a grade A for the Mathematics Extended Cambridge IGCSE paper he sat for last year

According to New Straits Times, Isaac Gew Ern Yi, who is a Standard Three student at Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC) Wu Teck in Klang, is the youngest Malaysian candidate to take the exams.The exam, which is an international certification for the end of secondary school and equivalent to Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), is usually taken by students aged between 16 and 18. Despite his young age, Issac's mother Rebecca Sook Hui Tay said that he breezed through the paper albeit only having seven months to prepare for it.

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The Extended Mathematics IGCSE paper includes topics that any primary school student may find extremely difficult, such as advanced algebra

However, Issac is no ordinary eight-year-old. He is a quick learner, studying via YouTube tutorials and completing past year exam papers with guidance from both his parents, as well as a tuition teacher. "Having competed in many Mathematics Olympiads helped him to get ready for the exam too," Rebecca said, as quoted by New Straits Times.

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Moreover, Isaac is also a member of Mensa Singapore, the society for people with an Intelligence Quotient (IQ) in the top two per cent of the population

Isaac has always been passionate about numbers ever since he was young, counting up to 100 at the age of one and doing multiplications at just three years old.To add on to his achievements, Isaac has won multiple Gold and Championship Awards in national and international Mathematics Olympiad since he was in Standard One."Currently, he is preparing for IGCSE for Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and Computer Science," his mom added.

Isaac Gew Ern Yi (center).
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Although Isaac may be studious, he is still a happy-go-lucky boy and does other hobbies and activities outside of studying

During his leisure time, Isaac would do archery, computer coding, and swimming together with his younger brother."As for Isaac’s future plans, we want him to finish his primary school first. We feel that going to school helps him learn social skills as he can be with friends of his age," Rebecca said.

Recently, nine primary school students representing Malaysia nabbed a medal each at the World International Mathematical Olympiad in Tokyo, Japan:

                Malaysian Primary School Math Whizzes Nabbed 9 Medals At World Championship In Japan

The students took home a medal each, resulting in Malaysia emerging as overall champion.

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PTPTN Chairman Shamsul Anuar Has Resigned

Joining the list of high-ranking officials who resigned over the past two weeks, Datuk Shamsul Anuar Nasarah has stepped down as the chairman of National Higher Education Fund (PTPTN)

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Free Malaysia Today (FMT) and Sin Chew reported that Shamsul had submitted his resignation letter on 15 May, about a week after Barisan Nasional (BN)'s defeat in GE14. "I had stepped down on 15 May," he told FMT yesterday, 23 May. He was appointed as the chairman in 2013.

Shamsul will be concentrating on playing his role as the MP of Lenggong

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In GE14, he successfully defended his seat in a three-corner battle against PAS' Muhammad Mujahid Mohammad Fadzil and Amirul Fairuzzeen Bin Jamaluddin of PKR.

Earlier this month, Shamsul criticised the plans of Pakatan Harapan (PH) to write off PTPTN loans

"It will cause us to continue to rely on other financial measures to allow us providing funds to new students," he said as quoted by The Sun.


Malaysians Confess The Cheeky Things They Secretly Do In The Office When No One's Looking

Most of the time, we're all on our best behaviour at work, as we should be. But once in a while, when no one's looking, we just can't help getting a little cheeky hehe!

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In collaboration with Sunway Hotels & Resorts, we asked Malaysians to confess what cheeky things they do in the office when no one's looking ;)
Here's what they had to say:

Note: These answers were submitted to us. We wrote out and photographed them on their behalf. Names have been changed for privacy.

1. "I come in extra early so that I can hijack the office playlist hahaha!"

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"My office plays music out loud and it's usually the first person who comes in that picks the playlist of the day. I'm like the only K-pop fan in the office so it very rarely gets played. Sometimes I come in extra early just so I can set the playlist and make everyone listen to K-pop all day kekeke."- Tina, Writer

2. "I curi curi print personal stuff like flight tickets, party invitations, my kid's homework, etc."

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"We're not allowed to print non-work related documents at the office but I don't have a printer at home soooo yeah :P"- Felicia, Accountant

3. "When meetings get a little boring, I secretly watch my favourite shows. But sometimes only lah hehe."

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"Meetings can get a little draggy, and I know I'll fall asleep if I don't do anything. So, when I reeaaaalllyy cannot tahan, then I'll pull up some funny videos or the latest series I'm watching to wake me back up. #ThankfulForSubtitles"- Ching Yee, HR Executive

4. "The Internet at my office is super onz so I like to play Dota there"

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"The connection is so much better than my home one. Doesn't lag at all!"- Rohan, IT Technician

5. "Once in a while, when my boss isn't around, I'll bring my laptop to sit at his place"

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"It's nice to work from there once in a while, just to see what it feels like to be the boss."- Justin, Software Engineer

6. "I take more than one portion of free breakfast heh"

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"We're lucky enough to get free breakfast in the office every day! We have this rule that everyone is only allowed to take 1 portion each. But when I'm super hungry, I say that I'm helping my teammates to take but I actually just take extra for myself."- Meena, Education Counsellor

7. "On days when I'm stuck in long meetings, I try to get some of my freelance stuff done so I don't have to do it on weekends"

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"Summore my office laptop has access to lots of cool software that makes my life so much easier!"- Anand, Graphic Designer

8. "Sometimes I don't pay my boss back when she pays for team lunch, shhhhh!"

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"When we go out for lunch as a team, my boss usually pays first then we all have to pay her back. But there's so many of us that it's hard to keep track of who's paid and who hasn't. So sometimes I just don't pay back, but only when we eat at those cheap cheap places lah haha."- Nalini, Investment Banker

9. "I pretend like I'm taking notes, but I'm actually playing games on my phone hehehe"

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"I usually take notes using my phone during meetings, but sometimes the game I play got special event and I want to collect chest, sooo I just tap tap my phone abit lo... It's okay 'cause I still pay attention to what my colleagues say ma!"- Patrick, Branch Manager

Tired of boring, old meetings at work?

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If your meetings at the office are getting stale, why not bring it out to Sunway Hotels & Resorts? Whether you're looking to host a small, private meeting or an all-out business conference, Sunway Hotels & Resorts has got you covered.You'll find Sunway Hotels & Resorts spread across three countries, in seven cities, with 11 hotels and one convention centre. Within Sunway City Kuala Lumpur alone, you'll get to enjoy:An impressive convention centreOver 60 conference and event venuesIntegrated facilitiesGreat connectivity3 hotels with over 1,400 roomsClick here to take a virtual tour of Sunway City's ballroom and meeting rooms.

You'll find Sunway Hotels & Resorts at key business destinations in Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Ipoh), Vietnam (Hanoi), as well as Cambodia (Phnom Penh)

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Plus, every hotel is seamlessly integrated with world-class amenities. For instance, the hotels are strategically located and thoughtfully designed, with over 190,000 sqft of dynamic spaces. This includes versatile function rooms, auditoriums, and outdoor venues.They even provide experienced event planners to customise your meeting requests and help you make a stunning impression at whatever event you're hosting.

Grand Lagoon Ballroom at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa
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Hotels in Sunway City, Kuala Lumpur:Sunway Resort Hotel & SpaSunway Pyramid HotelSunway Clio HotelHotels in Kuala Lumpur:Sunway Putra HotelSunway Velocity Hotel

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Meeting room at The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat
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Beyond Malaysia, Sunway Hotels & Resorts also provides for your business needs in Vietnam and Cambodia

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If you're planning a business trip with international partners or a company getaway, make sure you check out these hotels:Hotel in Cambodia: Sunway Hotel Phnom PenhHotel in Vietnam: Sunway Hotel Hanoi

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[RASMI] Tarikh Mengundi PRU15 Ditetapkan Pada Hari Sabtu, 19 November Ini - SPR

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Suruhanjaya Pilihan Raya (SPR) menetapkan 19 November ini (Sabtu) sebagai hari pengundian Pilihan Raya Umum Ke-15 (PRU15)

Ia turut meliputi pilihan raya serentak bagi mengisi kekosongan 42 kerusi Dewan Undangan Negeri (DUN) Pahang, 15 kerusi DUN Perlis dan 59 kerusi DUN Perak serta DUN Bugaya, Sabah.Sementara itu, tarikh penamaan calon pula ditetapkan pada 5 November ini (Sabtu).Bagi pengundian awal pula, tarikh 15 November dipilih dan tempoh berkempen bagi PRU15 adalah 14 hari.Sebelum ini, tempoh berkempen pada PRU14 adalah 11 hari manakalah PRU13 pula adalah 15 hari.

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Seramai 21,173,638 juta pengundi layak mengundi pada pilihan raya umum kali ini

Ketika mengumumkan tarikh tersebut di Pejabat SPR, Putrajaya, Pengerusi SPR, Tan Sri Abdul Ghani Salleh menyatakan seramai 21,173,638 juta pengundi layak mengundi berdasarkan daftar pemilih yang diwartakan pada pilihan raya umum kali ini, melibatkan kali pertama undi 18 tahun dan pengundi baharu automatik. "Daftar Pemilih Pilihan Raya (DPPR) yang akan digunakan untuk PRU15 dan PRK DUN Bugaya, Sabah adalah daftar pemilih terkini hingga daftar pemilih tambahan pada Ogos 2022 yang dikemaskini hingga 9 Oktober 2022 membabitkan 21,173,638 pemilih."Ia membabitkan 20,905,366 pengundi biasa, 146,737 anggota tentera serta pasangan, 118,794 polis serta pasangan termasuk anggota Polis Pasukan Gerakan Am (PGA) dan 2,741 orang pengundi tidak hadir luar negara," katanya.

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Retail Store In SG Allegedly Punishes Staff With 200 Squats For Not Hitting Sales Targets

A fashion retail chain in Singapore is accused of enforcing "strange rules" on its employees every time they gain weight or fail to meet sales targets, among other things

Several employees working for clothing brand Southaven have publically denounced the company for its bizarre punishments imposed on them.According to a report by Shin Min Daily News published yesterday, 24 August, one of the company's strangest punishments was to order its employees to perform 200 to 300 'frog squats' after failing to meet sales targets during Chinese New Year.A 20-year-old employee, who underwent the punishment last year, said they had to record a video of themselves performing the squats and send it to a company's group chat."I resigned after working for five months," she said, citing intolerance over the absurdity. Established in 1997, Southaven has five outlets in the island nation, reported AsiaOne. The fashion chain, on its website, positions itself as "Singapore's trendy boutique for ladies".At the time of writing, the brand has suspended its Facebook business page.

Employees performing 'frog squats' after failing to meet sales targets.
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The former employee revealed that the company fines its employees every time they gain weight, regardless of how little increase it is

The company is said to have a high beauty standard for its employees."Some employees were fined and asked to give the money to people who have lost weight," she said. "While some were sent to work in a warehouse, restricting their opportunity to serve customers at retail stores."According to a group of former employees, Southaven requires its staff to measure their weight every week and report it to a group chat named the 'Fat Club'. If they are found to have gained weight, employees are allegedly barred from taking dinner. Only drinking water is allowed.

Employees allegedly need to update their weight to a company's group chat every week.
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Meanwhile, a 20-year-old Malaysian also shared her experience working at Southaven, saying that she had her heart in her mouth throughout her stint there

It was her first job in Singapore. After signing the employment contract, she said she worked for six months before the company cleared the fines she accumulated over miscellaneous offences, reported China Press. Hence, she had to learn to suppress her indignation during the period."Other than being on a 12-hour work shift, I was also trembling and constantly worried about being fined," said the Malaysian."I must meet the sales target every week, otherwise all the store staff will have to do 200 frog squats."As the most underperforming staff there, she said she also had to use her hard-earned money to treat the top-performing colleagues to a meal, which are often lavish meals such as chili crab.

			I often break down, cry, and feel like I'm going crazy.

The 20-year-old lamented that she also worried about her weight, which led her to only eating nutritious meals and fruits while working there.

Photos of a record book detailing employees' blunders and the punishments they will receive.
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Due to the absurd amount of rules, an employee said she was fined a few hundred Singapore dollars during her first month at work

According to her, these are the fine rates for each offence at Southaven:- Failing to cover the cap of a pen: SGD1 (about RM3)- Failing to take out the clothes in the fitting room on time: SGD1 (about RM3)- The water boiling machine is not filled up or the power is not turned off: SGD1 (about RM3)- Touching any part of the storeroom door except the handle: SGD1 (about RM3)- Not logging out from the cash register: SGD5 (about RM15)

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In response to the allegations, Southaven claimed the fines and punishments were all employee-led initiatives

"None of the above is mandatory, and non-participation will not affect employees' performance," said a 58-year-old spokesman from the company.According to him, each outlet set up a shared 'fund' to remind its employees not to commit the mistakes."If the pen cap is not closed, the hanger falls on the floor, and other mistakes, it will cause the clothes to become dirty. So the employees devised a system to prevent everybody from committing blunders."As for the 'Fat Club' group chat used to monitor employees' weight, he said the move is set up to encourage employees to exercise and lose weight. He also denied that Southaven orders employees to perform squats. He said the custom was introduced among the employees themselves as a form of self-motivation to hit sales targets next time.

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'Saya Cuma Ada RM3 Sehari Untuk Saya Teruskan Hidup'

Cuba anda bayangkan, bagaimanakah keadaan diri anda sekiranya anda hanya mempunyai RM3 setiap hari untuk meneruskan kelangsungan hidup di tengah-tengah ibu kota selama 6 bulan?

Itulah kesusahan yang dialami oleh seorang lelaki hebat bernama Muhd Alatas suatu ketika dulu. Kehidupannya yang perit dulu kala, kini telah membawa kejayaan besar kepada dirinya.

Dulu.
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Image via Alatas

Alatas atau lebih dikenali sebagai Roy dalam kalangan rakan-rakannya dahulunya merupakan seorang decorator dan bekerja di Mid Valley dengan bayaran sebanyak RM10 sehari

Dengan RM10 itu tadi, beliau terpaksa menggunakan RM7 untuk kos pengangkutan beliau pergi dan pulang dari bekerja. Setiap hari Alatas hanya mempunyai RM3 untuk meneruskan kehidupan sehariannya.

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Manakala RM2 pula diambil dari baki tersebut untuk beliau mengalas perutnya dengan sebotol air mineral dan mi segera.

Hidup beliau cukup susah dan sangat berbeza tidak seperti orang lain. Sepanjang 6 bulan tersebut, Alatas tinggal di bawah sebuah flyover di kawasan Simpang Tiga, Batu Caves.

Kesempitan wang menjadikan beliau seorang yang sangat berjimat cermat. Menurutnya, kadangkala beliau terpaksa mematahkan satu mi segera kepada dua bahagian. Satu bahagian untuk dimakan pada waktu pagi dan satu lagi untuk dijadikan makan malam.

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Image via Alatas

Selepas menjalani hidup sedemikian rupa selama 6 bulan, dengan wang simpanan RM500 yang ada beliau mengambil keputusan untuk membuka warung. Setiap hari beliau terpaksa bangun seawal 4 pagi untuk berniaga.

Tidak lama selepas itu beliau memohon lesen perniagaan dengan pihak DBKL dengan menggunakan sedikit keuntungan yang ada melalui perniagaannya.

Alatas mula menceburi bidang interior design dan fashion design. Berkat daripada ketabahan beliau, Alatas berjaya memperoleh RM30 ribu keuntungan pada awal bisnes beliau.

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Image via Alatas

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Kata beliau lagi, semenjak itu hidupnya kian berubah. Keluarganya tidak perlu lagi melalui kesempitan hidup atas kejayaan yang beliau kecapi hari ini.TAHNIAH ROY ANDA MEMANG HEBAT!