9 Health “Facts” Your Parents Told You That Are Not Actually True

Are you still heeding the health advice your parents or grandparents gave you?

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As a child, you may have noticed that one of your favourite teachers on your health and body were your elders.  But as you get older and start to learn and read new things, you slowly began to realise they were not entirely right about everything, especially when it comes to health advice.

Of course, your parents meant well and they probably got them from their own parents. But it's time to set the record straight and debunk some of these "facts":

MYTH #1: Carrots can help correct your vision

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Believe it or not, this was a British World War II propaganda which has persisted till now.To hide the fact that they had developed radar technology, the British Ministry of Information spread the myth that carrots were the secret to their fighter pilots developing "night vision" and being able to shoot down German aircraft at night.Carrots contain beta-carotene, which is absorbed by the body and turned into vitamin A, an essential vitamin that is good for our skin and immune system. It is also great for your eyes. But it doesn't help to correct near-sightedness, or help people see in the dark, as some have claimed.

MYTH #2: Don’t swallow chewing gum because it won’t digest

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As children, we’re told we mustn't swallow chewing gum because it will take years to digest. We were led to believe that it will lie there in your stomach till the end of time, oblivious to the usual bodily processes that break down and process foods. Yes, while the gum base cannot be broken down, it will travel through your system in a matter of two to four days.

MYTH #3: Sitting too close to the television will damage your vision

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Most of us would be familiar with our parents telling us off for sitting too close to the TV for fear that we'd end up with poor vision.Well, it may give you a headache, but it's certainly not going to impair your vision. While sitting close to the TV may not make a person nearsighted, the reason they feel the necessity to sit in such close proximity may be because they are nearsighted and undiagnosed.

MYTH #4: Eating ice cream will make your cold worse

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Don't say goodbye to your salted caramel ice cream just yet.You might have been told that you should not eat ice cream when you have a cold, the main reason is that the ice cream will "chill" your body and slow down recovery.But Dr Morgan Jenkins, a resident doctor at Raffles Medical Hong Kong, said there is simply no reason for you to avoid ice cream when you have a cold. "It is tempting to think that the strength of your immune system alters the course and duration of the common cold or influenza, but evidence for this belief is also lacking," he said.

MYTH #5: You will get appendicitis from exercising after a meal

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Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch that projects from your colon on the lower right side of your abdomen.It occurs when the appendix becomes blocked, often by stool, a foreign body, or cancer. The blockage may also occur from infection since the appendix can swell in response to any infection in the body.Doctors have yet to find any evidence that suggests it is associated with jumping around or exercising after eating.

MYTH #6: Cracking your knuckles causes arthritis

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The fascination with knuckle cracking often starts at an early age. Kids think it’s cool to hear that popping and cracking sound that emanates from their joints when they bend and twist them.But our parents cringe at the sound, adamantly proclaiming this will lead to arthritis or other joint problems later in life.However, a study by Harvard Medica School says this just isn’t so. The "pop" of a cracked knuckle is caused by bubbles bursting in the synovial fluid - the fluid that helps lubricate joints.While habitually cracking your knuckles doesn't cause arthritis, it's still a good idea to give up the habit. Chronic knuckle-crackers were more likely to have swollen hands and reduced grip strength.

MYTH #7: You need to drink eight glasses of water to stay hydrated

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Sorry mum, but not really. There isn't a set amount of water all humans need to drink. Each person's water needs differ. Generally, if you drink enough fluid so that you rarely feel thirsty and your urine is colourless or light yellow, you should be good. Remember that there are also plenty of places to get water, your daily dose of coffee, milk, and juice beverages do contribute to your daily water intake.

MYTH #8: Drinking cold water after a meal is bad for you

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The myth suggests that drinking cold water after meals will cause the oils and fats that you have just consumed to become solid. This "sludge" is supposed to react with the acid in your digestive system, line the intestines, turn into fat, and cause cancer.Popular fact-checking website Snopes challenged the myth and found that there is no correlation between drinking cold water and developing terminal illnesses.

MYTH #9: MSG is bad for your health

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Monosodium glutamate, or MSG, has a sordid past. Many look at MSG as anything from a dietary problem to a silent killer. In reality, if MSG poses a problem it doesn’t stem from the flavour enhancer itself, but on the consumer. The people at American Chemical Society says MSG can temporarily affect a select few when consumed in huge quantities on an empty stomach, but it's perfectly safe for the vast majority of people.Like many things, moderation is key here.

Stay healthy, guys!

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"Bridesmaids Tak Guna, Baik Jadi Lembu" - Luah MUA Lihat Pengantin Sibuk Urus Diri Sendiri

Sudah menjadi trend pada masa kini bagi seorang pengantin perempuan untuk mempunyai pengapit yang ramai

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Pengapit atau bridesmaid selalunya terdiri daripada kalangan keluarga atau teman rapat pengantin tersebut. Bridesmaid masa kini selalunya diadakan bagi mencantikkan serta menaikkan seri dalam gambar perkahwinan setiap pasangan pengantin untuk dijadikan memori mereka.

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Namun begitu tugas pengapit sepatutnya memastikan segala perjalanan menuju ke majlis perkahwinan berjalan lancar.Dilantik menjadi bridesmaid adalah satu penghormatan buat mana-mana wanita, kerana ini menunjukkan wanita itu amat dipercayai oleh pengantin tersebut. Oleh itu amanah yang diberikan tidak seharusnya diambil mudah malah harus dilakukan dengan bersungguh-sungguh. Setiap bridesmaid haruslah sentiasa ringan tulang dalam membantu apa sahaja yang diinginkan pengantin.

Baru-baru ini, seorang jurusolek atau make-up artist (MUA) telah menceritakan pengalaman melihat dengan matanya sendiri seorang pengantin terpaksa menguruskan dirinya walhal mempunyai ramai bridesmaids

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MUA tersebut yang dikenali sebagai Intan itu berkata pengantin tersebut terkial-kial menguruskan dirinya sendiri mencari barangan keperluan ekoran semua bridesmaids dikatakan lepas tangan.Lebih mendukacitakan lagi apabila bridesmaids pengantin tersebut dengan sambil lewa menikmati sarapan pagi di sebuah kafe terkemuka dan menyatakan hanya akan berjumpa pengantin itu di dewan.

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Nasihat Intan buat bakal pengantin di luar sana...

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Walau bagaimanapun tidak semua bridesmaid itu tidak berguna

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Wanita-wanita sekalian, yang dilantik jadi bridesmaid tu, ringankanlah tulang mmbantu sahabat anda yang bakal mendirikan rumahtangga.
Sebaik-baik manusia adalah yang memberi manfaat kepada orang lain! Bukan sekadar melawa sahaja. Boleh?

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[VIDEO] Baru Feeling Nak Celebrate Gol, Tak Sangka Pula Bola Boleh Melantun Keluar

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Bola sepak merupakan sukan kegemaran kaum lelaki, kadangkala sanggup bangun pukul 2 atau 3 pagi demi menonton pasukan kegemaran mereka beraksi

Jika anda pernah ke stadium menonton bola sepak, tentu anda tahu bagaimana suasananya bukan? Ia sangat meriah, lagi-lagi bila saat bola dijaringkan. Memang kecoh satu stadium.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok ini memaparkan seorang pemuda baru mahu meraikan bola jaringannya terbantut apabila bola itu melantun keluar.Lihat video itu di bawah:

  @capt.shah Bile member beli confident kat shopee #fyp #fypmalaysiatiktok #fyp  original sound  - Captain.shah

Ingatkan gol, rupa-rupanya terkena tiang

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan sedang berlangsungnya perlawanan bola sepak di sebuah padang.Tidak lama selepas itu, salah seorangnya telah berjaya menendang bola ke arah pintu gol dan terus meraikannya. Pada awalnya dia ingat bola itu sudah masuk ke gawang gol, tetapi rupa-rupanya ia terkena tiang menyebabkannya melantun keluar.Menyedari situasi itu, rakan-rakannya di tepi padang dengan segera memberitahu bahawa bola itu tidak dijaringkan dan perlawanan masih diteruskan.

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"Dengar cerita sampai sekarang brader tu tak tahu lagi yang bola tu tak masuk" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur dan menyakat aksi pemuda tersebut.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 677.2K views, 94.8K likes dan 1,131 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Aduhai, abang tu dah siap buat gaya dah sekali tak gol rupanya :P

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[VIDEO] Anak Selamba Letak Bayi Dekat Tepi Katil, Si Ibu Pula Sampai Tak Tenang Nak Solat

Bagi yang sudah berkahwin, mempunyai cahaya mata adalah satu anugerah terindah daripada Tuhan

Tidak dinafikan dengan kehadiran mereka dalam rumah tangga, semakin meriah suasana dalam rumah. Tambahan lagi dengan kerenah dan gelagat mereka yang tidak boleh duduk diam.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok ini apabila reaksi seorang ibu bila melihat anak perempuannya meletakkan bayi di atas katil mencuri tumpuan ramai. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @norbahiyah_abkarim bertuahnya kakak..dia letak gitu je adik dia ..  original sound - Nor Bahiyah Ab Karim - Norbahiyah_karim

Cuak lihat anak letak bayi dekat hujung katil

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang wanita sedang sembahyang di dalam sebuah bilik semasa itu. Namun tidak lama kemudian, seorang anak perempuannya masuk sambil memegang bayi di tangannya.Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah tidak sampai beberapa minit masuk ke dalam bilik tersebut, kanak-kanak itu dilihat meletakkan bayi berkenaan di atas katil dan terus keluar.Tetapi, dia bukanlah letak bayi itu betul-betul di atas tengah katil malah, diletakkan tepi katil sehingga menyebabkan bayi itu seakan-akan mahu terjatuh.Terlihat keadaan itu, si ibu dengan pantas terpaksa memberhentikan solatnya dan terus mengambil bayinya itu.

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"Macam tulah seorang ibu, tak tenang nak solat" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut meluahkan rasa risau mereka melihat keadaan bayi itu. Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 449.9K views, 18.6K likes dan 320 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Alahai dik, tepi betul ya dia letak. Nasib baik tak jatuh :{

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Transport Minister: NGOs Will No Longer Be Allowed To Sell Car Number Plates

Transport Minister Anthony Loke has put a stop to the practice of authorising NGOs to sell special car number plates, adding that all purchases must now go through the Road Transport Department (JPJ)

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He was speaking to reporters after chairing a meeting with JPJ earlier today, 24 May. "It is true that the minister has powers to allow this, but the practice ends now. From now on, any buying of number plates must go through JPJ, without exceptions. This is Government revenue and we intend to collect all of it," Loke said as quoted in a report by The Star Online.

When questioned about the bidding process, Loke said he had directed JPJ to set up an electronic bidding system which will allow members of the public to bid for numbers from anywhere

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The system will be put in place by January next year.Loke also assured the public that vehicle numbers would continue to be allocated to the public through the normal process without incurring additional cost, Free Malaysia Today (FMT) reported.

As for employees of the soon-to-be-defunct Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD), Loke assured them that they will be reassigned to fill in roles in JPJ

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He said SPAD staff will not be dismissed following the Prime Minister's decision to shut down the agency. "These vacancies are mostly in the department’s enforcement (division). For those with overlapping (roles), we will announce that later," the MP of Seremban said as quoted by New Straits Times (NST).

The newly minted Transport Minister also said he wants to ban and eradicate the practice of giving bribes for driver's licenses:

                New Transport Minister Wants To Ban Bribes For Driver’s Licenses

He directed his statement at the Road Transport Department (JPJ).

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[VIDEO] Sepupu Jenis Kasar, Gadis Ini Kekok Bila Disuruh 'Sweet-Sweet' Ambil Gambar Nikah

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Lumrah bagi pasangan pengantin baharu untuk rasa malu sebaik saja diijabkabulkan

Tambahan pula apabila perlu bergambar sambil melakukan aksi romantik di depan keluarga dan rakan-rakan. Boleh merah muka jadinya.Namun, lain pula dengan sebuah video ini apabila seorang wanita yang kasar disuruh bergambar sweet-sweet dengan suaminya mencuit hati ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @cikguumiraa Disebalik tabir nak ambik gambar nikah saborr jela #familytime #wedding #fyp #czen #weddingday #fypviral #fyp #laguviral   original sound -  نور اميره  -  نور اميره

Memang jenis kasar dari dulu, sepupu segan nak bergambar romantik dengan suami

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @cikguumiraa, kelihatan wanita itu baru saja selesai upacara akad nikah dan sesi batal air sembahyang dengan suaminya.Apa yang mencuri tumpuan adalah dia dilihat sangat kekok apabila disuruh bergambar rapat dengan si suami di atas pelamin mereka.Malah, dia dilihat agak kasar dan tidak boleh mengawal ayu di depan kamera. Menurut sepupunya, dia memang seorang yang jenis kasar sejak dulu lagi.

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"Banyak-banyak ni aku suka memang real tak ada nampak buat-buat malu. Memang comel pengantin ni" - Netizen

Ikutan tularnya video tersebut yang kini sudah meraih 514K tontonan, 29.1K tanda suka serta 2.1K perkongsian di laman TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat pasangan pengantin baru itu.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Mungkin dia memang tak biasa sweet-sweet dari diaorang couple dulu, jadi bila dah kahwin kenalah romantik kan :P


Singaporean Couple Who Abused Maid Also Forced Another One To Eat Her Own Vomit

A Singaporean couple who was found guilty for abusing their maid has just been convicted of torturing a second domestic helper

TODAY reported that former IT manager Tay Wee Kiat faced six charges on 4 March for abusing Moe Moe Than.Among several other incidents, Tay had caned Than's buttocks with a metal clothing hook and broomstick.

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Tay's wife Chia Yun Ling was found guilty for using a funnel to shove rice and sugar into Than's mouth, and forcing the 31-year-old to eat her own vomit after

She also made the Myanmar maid clean the house while wearing only her bra and short pants and slapped her on several occasions, Yahoo News reported.On top of that, Chia allowed Than to use the toilet only three times a day to save water. If she broke the rule, Chia would punish Than by making her jump like a rabbit. The maid was allowed little sleep – waking up at 5.30am and sleeping after midnight. She was often caned for dozing off whenever Chia forced her to massage her feet till late at night.

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Chia once dragged Than by her hair and stepped on her chest when she caught her looking at a mirror. In addition, Than's monthly salary of SGD400 (RM1,200) and SGD20 (RM60) for having no day off, was withheld from her throughout her employment.Than was hired to do household chores between 8 January 2012 and 12 November 2012, while their first maid Fitriyah focused on looking after the couple's children.

The couple was previously sentenced to jail for abusing their first helper over the course of two years

Between 7 December 2010 and 12 December 2012, Fitriyah was abused by the couple as she took care of their three young kids. In one incident, Tay forced a plastic bottle into Fitriyah's mouth and made her remain that way for 30 minutes, as reported by TODAY.

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He also made both maids slap each other 10 times and caned their heads when the couple's daughter refused to study.Than, who is a Christian, and Fitriyah, a Muslim, were forced to "worship" in front of a Buddhist altar up to 100 times, as punishment for moving a small cloth from the altar without permission, Channel NewsAsia reported.

The abuse cases came to light after Than was sent back to Myanmar without explanation in November 2012

Than returned to Singapore a month later to report the couple to authorities. According to TODAY, doctors found multiple healed wounds and scars on the maid's body.Tay and Chia have been offered SGD15,000 (RM45,000) bail each. The couple will be sentenced on 18 March.


These Random Drawings Of Vaginas By Gay Men Are Mysteriously Hilarious

A few years ago, when writer Shannon O'Malley was having dinner with her friend and professional collaborator, Keith Wilson (a gay man), their mealtime conversation turned to the topic of vaginas

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O’Malley asked Wilson, a gay man, to sketch his own version of a vagina on their paper tablecloth. Wilson obliged, only to be critiqued and ridiculed for his laughable illustration.

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His boyfriend followed suit and the critiquing continued, turning into a long night of “vag chat” as Wilson recently told BuzzFeed.

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It became a running joke among their friends, getting the gay men to draw the genitalia they don't come into contact with very often

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The results were usually hilarious, sometimes great and occasionally grim. It became so popular within their circle that O’Malley and Wilson decided to issue an open call to the public, setting up drawing stations in some of San Francisco’s gayest spots.

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They set up drawing stations in some of SF's prominent queer neighborhoods and created a Tumblr to post the responses, which they aptly called Gay Men Draw Vaginas

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Before long, they had hundreds and hundreds of vagina sketches by gay men from around the world who answered the call for illustrated lady bits. Some drawings were surprisingly accurate…

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While others took the more whimsical and minimalist approach...

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Now, the pair is raising money to fund a coffee table book of collected drawings, which they've divided into sections based on common themes:

There will be a “monsters” section, an “80′s vag section” and a “mystery section,” which could be the largest in the book without surprising anyone.

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As O'Malley explained, one of the most impressive parts of the project has been these mystery, or simply more abstract, drawings, because they most successfully transform vaginas into art:

"The guys who’ve tried to draw real vaggies have usually failed; those drawings are basically all the same and boring. But the artists who try to communicate ideas, even if they don’t have any illustration talent, produce the best vaginas. The Cookie Monster one stands out to me as one of these."

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The book and the project as a whole are meant to entertain, but also to make the artists and viewers question bodies and sexuality

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“We hope it brings up questions like ‘how do people respond to discomfort or ambiguous expectations through art?’ ‘What are the preconceptions we may have about what a “gay” man is or thinks?’ ‘What are prevailing ideas or archetypes we layer on body parts — women’s bodies, in particular?’” Wilson told BuzzFeed.

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The Gay Men Drawing Vaginas coffee table book is being crowd funded through Kickstarter campaign

"We've got a well-stocked monsters section, a buildings, systems and diagrams section, flora and fauna, animals, talking vaginas and others. Keith has put the vaginas in a mysterious artistic order so the viewer has a certain, paced experience of the entire collection, like a song. A long, vaginal song."

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Anyone looking to participate in the project will have to act fast – as they are wrapping things up at the end of August

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Check out some of the notable vagina drawings:

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Image via Chris Fettin, San Francisco

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Lelaki Terkejut Beli Nasi Lemak Sambal Transparent, Tapi Komen Netizen Pula Curi Perhatian

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Nasi lemak merupakan makanan tradisi orang Melayu dan popular sebagai sarapan pagi yang menjadi kegemaran bagi rakyat di Malaysia.

Sajian ini merujuk kepada nasi yang dimasak bersama santan kelapa serta daun pandan bagi menambah rasa lemaknya.Nasi lemak biasanya dihidangkan bersama telur rebus, timun, ikan bilis goreng, kacang goreng dan juga sambal.Namun, baru-baru ini tular seorang lelaki berkongsi pengalamannya membeli nasi lemak telah meraih perhatian ramai.Lihat ciapan itu di bawah:

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Terbeli nasi lemak tanpa ada sambal

Menerusi ciapan berkenaan, kelihatan lelaki ini amat terkejut nasi lemak yang dibelinya untuk sarapan pagi disediakan tanpa sambal. Katanya lagi, dia cuba untuk mencari dengan berharap sambal itu masih ada di bawah nasi lemak berkenaan namun ia hanyalah harapan palsu.Kerana terpaksa, dia telah mengambil keputusan untuk menikmatinya bersama sambal frozen berikutan hanya diberi nasi lemak kosong, telur rebus dan ikan bilis goreng sahaja.

"Siapa suruh tak minta topping, dia bagi ala carte je ni" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberi pelbagai reaksi yang mencuit hati mengenai nasi lemak tersebut. Susulan tularnya ciapan itu, kini ia meraih sehingga 812 retweets, 5,254 likes dan 70 comments di Twitter. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Macam mana ya nak makan, nasi lemak tanpa sambal?

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Missed Out On Buying Tickets For The Music Run By CIMB? Here's How To Get Free Tickets

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Have y'all missed The Music Run by CIMB? Well, get excited 'cause it's finally making a comeback with its seventh edition!

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First launched in Kuala Lumpur back in 2014 by Fresh Events Asia, The Music Run by CIMB is the only international 5km running series that features music every step of the way.With street party vibes and speakers pumping the ultimate running playlist to keep you motivated, this marathon is a super fun one to take part in! You don't even need headphones, just let the pounding beat fuel your steps as you run your way from start to finish.After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, this highly-anticipated run is finally making its long-awaited comeback, with CIMB Group (CIMB) returning as the Presenting Partner for this seventh edition.Here are all the details of The Music Run by CIMB:Date: Saturday, 3 December 2022Venue: Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil

Championing sustainability and a healthy lifestyle, The Music Run by CIMB calls on Malaysians to continuously strive to be the best versions of themselves

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With a theme of Live The Beat, this year's edition will feature two courses — a 5km Fun Run course for those who prefer to take it easy and walk, dance, or jog along to the music, as well as a 5km Timed Run course for those who want an official time to qualify for the winner's trophy and prize money.All participants will receive a Run Pack containing a limited-edition finisher medal, a unisex micro-dry T-Shirt, a car sticker, temporary tattoos, a re-usable drawstring bag, and various brand partner goodies.

The best part is that after the run, you can stay back to party the night away with your fellow participants, so funnnn! :D

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Enjoy a fun, safe, and healthy experience with the renowned Live The Beat Show. Famously known for its main stage showcasing contagiously energetic performances, this year's party lineup includes international performers Sam Withers and Jesse Lawrence from Australia, alongside rising local artists Saint Kylo, Airliftz, and Aida Azrin.Sounds like it's gonna be a total blast!

This year, The Music Run by CIMB is extra special as it aims to be Malaysia's first carbon-neutral event for the masses

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In hopes of educating the masses about reducing carbon emissions, the event will include sustainability elements, as well as be held in collaboration with sustainable partners.For example, the trophies for The Music Run by CIMB are 100% eco-friendly and made out of recycled materials. Plus, participants are encouraged to carpool or take public transport on the event day to reduce greenhouse gas emission and improve air quality.

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Check out some of the other initiatives:- YTL-SV Carbon, an environmental consultant company, will be accessing, monitoring, and tracking The Music Run by CIMB greenhouse gas emission in order to offset CO2 emissions.- In collaboration with ASASRAMA, a renewable plastic manufacturer, all event-day recyclables will be collected and processed to be repurposed as high-quality reusable resin in the form of pellets and flakes to be sold to plastic product manufacturers.- Together with non-profit organisation The Lost Food Project and garden centre Ground Control, the event will be reducing food waste through redistribution and composting. To prevent surplus food from going to waste, The Lost Food Project will be collecting and redistributing it to those in need. Meanwhile, Ground Control will collect food waste that can't be redistributed and use it as compost to reduce methane emissions.

As the Presenting Partner for The Music Run by CIMB, CIMB has some exclusive promos lined up for you, including free tickets to the event!
Check 'em out below:

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During the Race Pack collection from 25 to 27 November, the first 75 people to sign up for an EcoSave Savings Account-i, register for a CIMB Clicks ID, and download the CIMB Octo App will get a pair of The Music Run by CIMB tickets for FREE!And on Race Day itself (3 December), follow these steps to stand the chance of winning some awesome prizes:Step 1: Sign up for an EcoSave Savings Account-i, register for a CIMB Clicks ID, and download the CIMB Octo AppStep 2: Complete the challenges on your wristband during Race DayStep 3: Snap a picture of yourself at the CIMB Booth on Race Day, and post it on your Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #CIMBTMR2022. Answer a final question by scanning a QR code which leads to a form.Contest closes at 6pm on 3 December 2022.Here's what you could win:Champion: iPhone 14First Runner Up: iWatch 8 UltraSecond - Fifth Runner Up: iWatch 8 SeriesTerms and conditions apply. Click here for more information about the contest.

Tickets for The Music Run by CIMB are completely sold out, so CIMB's offer could be your last chance to join the event!

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Make sure to head over to Exhibition Hall 2, Level 5, The Starling Mall from 25 to 27 November to get your hands on the free tickets via CIMB's offer.You can drop by anytime from 11am to 9pm, but remember, only the first 75 people to claim the offer will get the free tickets, so it's best to go early to avoid missing out.And don't forget to follow the steps on Race Day for your chance of winning the awesome prizes too!

You can find more information about The Music Run by CIMB on CIMB's website. Let's run for sustainability!


Facebook Is About To Change Your Profile Picture Completely With This New Feature

Admittedly, there hasn't been many changes when it comes to Facebook profile pictures. It has been sidelined by numerous other recent additions to the social networking site like posting comments with GIFs.

Yesterday, Facebook announced that profiles are getting a significant change - the result is the addition of profile videos

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The new profile, which was first spotted in the wild this summer, puts a large profile photo front and center. The biggest departure from the current product, which is now in testing: looping "profile videos" of up to seven seconds that add a new dimension to the design. It's a big thing that sounds like a small thing, and it's big because for the first time, Facebook is asking users to get creative with their profiles.

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The new feature, which is currently being tested by selected groups of people in the US and UK, replaces your normal profile picture with a 7-second loop video. Also, notice the position of profile picture has been changed from the top-left corner to the center.

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The most conspicuous change is photos: They’re now centered on the screen as opposed to off in the top-left corner, as was the previous behavior. They’re larger, too, and support animation. You read that right: if you so choose, you can select a looping clip up to 7 seconds in length instead of a pic.

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Facebook is also experimenting with allowing users to set up a temporary profile picture that'll revert back to the original one after a certain time frame

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The idea is to give you a temporary profile picture that you can set a time limit on. When you decide the moment is up, your photo will immediately roll back to whatever you had before. This is probably meant to address the discomfort of having to ask yourself “am I done visually supporting [insert cause here] with my profile photo?” and taking action to change it. Now, Facebook will do the dirty work for you.

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Further updates include a new “pinned” section that allows you to select up to five images that will remain at the top of your profile page

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The next biggest feature is a new option to select up to five Featured Photos that will appear pinned to a section at the top of your profile. This is designed to let you give people considering your friend request or who just met you a better clue to your identity. They could show your favorite after-work activities, your pets, or just some extra selfies. Think of them as the extra photos in your Tinder profile. They’re not your main profile pic, but they’ll be used to judge you.

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Facebook users with the feature could take a selfie video from their phone or upload any video clip that's 7-seconds long. As of now, there are reportedly no restrictions in size, profile videos will be automatically cropped to suit the square-sized frame we're used to.

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The feature is expected to roll out soon, so make sure you keep an eye out for it!

Is it just us or does the profile videos kinda feel like the Daily Prophet papers from the Harry Potter movie series?

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Never Pay Full Price Again For Branded Goods! You Can Save Up To 70% With This New App

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If you love branded goods, there's a new app that you should check out!
Introducing VIPSHOP, the latest shopping app that allows you to buy branded products at up to 70% off with FREE delivery on all orders.

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Established in 2008, VIPSHOP is one of the leading e-commerce platforms in China that is known for its crazy deals of up to 70% off items from brands like Coach, Michael Kors, adidas, and more. Just recently, the shopping platform expanded to Malaysia, which means you can now enjoy shopping for your fave brands — get 100% authentic branded goods for less, without compromising on quality! What's even better is that VIPSHOP offers free delivery for all your orders with no minimum spend, letting you save even more! And, if you're not completely satisfied with the products you receive or they don't fit you, they have a 15-day doorstep refund for your convenience.

Charlotte Tilbury on VIPSHOP.
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With VIPSHOP, you can shop 100% authentic premium products for less

Tired of spending hours on price comparisons and figuring out if a seller is legit? VIPSHOP does all the work for you, curating the best deals and making sure authenticity is guaranteed.Since you may be looking at some high-ticket items, it's important that you have complete peace of mind, knowing that every item you buy at VIPSHOP is 100% authentic and brand new.

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VIPSHOP works with global brands to ensure that all the products listed are 100% authentic. They purchase items in bulk to get them at a lower price. This is how they are able to pass the savings to you and offer huge discounts and promotions. Woohoo! :DYou will also have peace of mind while you shop on this shopping app, as they have ensured these features to further enhance your VIP shopping experience:- All the items listed on the app will undergo an authenticity check where there is a stringent supplier selection process before qualifying for VIPSHOP’s verified global sourcing programme.- The app offers up to 70% discount so you can enjoy some of the best prices in town.

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Plus, enjoy a wide selection of international and trendy brands

The VIPSHOP app features a wide yet carefully-curated selection of trendy and top-of-the-line luxury brands for fashion, sports, and beauty. You can get amazing deals of up to 70% off on high-quality branded items from Longchamp, adidas, Coach, Aesop, Charlotte Tilbury, and many more.

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Apart from international brands, you'll also be able to find a variety of popular local brands in China like Florasis and NEIWAI, that offer all the latest trending fashion and beauty products.

So, whatchu waiting for? Head over to VIPSHOP's website and enjoy shopping all your favourite brands to your heart's content.

If you refer a friend to the app, both of you will get a guaranteed RM20 voucher in your account. Yay! :DAnd, when you sign up now on VIPSHOP, you'll get a RM10 voucher with a minimum spend of RM50!

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You can download the VIPSHOP app from the App Store or on Google Play.

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[VIDEO] Girl Horrified To Find Cicak Resting Comfortably In Her Box Of Cinnamon Rolls

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A six-second video of a girl showing her cinnamon rolls on TikTok has unlocked a newfound fear for many social media users

Nothing is initially amiss as the video posted by TikTok user @sayakanauni0 begins with a close-up of what looks like a regular box of cinnamon rolls.The video caption, however, says, "Just noticed" with a teary smiley emoji.The video then pans to another part of the box, where a lizard can be seen inside the box in between two cinnamon rolls.The TikTok user explained in the caption that she had already eaten two of the cinnamon rolls before realising there was a dead lizard inside.

Image via @sayakanauni0 (TikTok)

At the time of writing, the nightmare of a TikTok has garnered over 155,500 views and 5,400 likes

One TikTok user said that she didn't even notice the lizard at first, and only saw it after checking the comments section."Why did I scream when I saw the lizard?" wrote another user.One commenter expressed her shock by saying, "I immediately tossed my phone away."

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On the other hand, some TikTok users chose to joke around."Did you accidently get a cicak add-on?" asked a netizen.Some even said that the lizard was there for extra protein and flavour.

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  @sayakanauni0 Dh mkn baru perasann  suara asli - gabut woi


"Temerlove" - Wanita Amsterdam Cakap Bahasa Melayu, Siap Luah Rindu Nak Makan Ikan Patin

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

Banyak sekarang kita boleh lihat kemasukan pelancong ke negara kita

Ia adalah sangat bagus kerana boleh membaik pulih ekonomi pelancongan negara. Malah, ramai juga yang memilih Malaysia sebagai destinasi Asia percutian mereka.Sehingga ada yang fasih bercakap dalam bahasa Melayu dan sukakan makanan di Malaysia. Katanya sangat sedap.Sama seperti video di Twitter menunjukkan seorang wanita warga Amsterdam fasih bercakap Melayu dan merindui makanan di Malaysia telah mencuri perhatian ramai.Lihat video itu di bawah:

Dia pun rindu ikan patin Temerlove.Steady makwe ! pic.twitter.com/zcUYqi6M2C— Faiz (@fzzzan) June 20, 2023

Luah rindu nak makan ikan patin dekat Temerloh

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang individu merakam momen ketika dia bertemu dengan seorang wanita yang berasal dari Amsterdam.Difahamkan, video itu diambil oleh orang Malaysia yang melancong ke Amsterdam dan wanita itu menegur mereka.Malah, dia juga siap meluahkan rindu ke Temerloh untuk memakan ikan patin. Ia adalah salah satu makanan kegemarannya.Ada juga beberapa makanan Malaysia yang dirinduinya seperti nasi lemak dan roti canai.

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"Makanan Malaysia tip top orang asing termimpi-mimpi" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pelbagai reaksi mereka.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 199.5K views, 449 retweets dan 1,330 likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di Twitter:

Power Malaysia — MK () ~me is retired of Techie (@missing_itaewon) June 21, 2023

mcm ore shak aley jah ni— maestro99 (@NebAdrenaline) June 21, 2023

Temerlove, Pahang - City of Love — Azim Chanceux (@AzimChanceux) June 21, 2023

nnti ada la tu memes, rindu rindu sumpah rindu — me (@stfupidpuff) June 21, 2023

Makanan Msia tip top org asing termimpi2 hahhahha—  (@rayzareth) June 21, 2023

"rindu rindu rindu sangat, sumpah rindu"—  (@RizRaj6) June 21, 2023

comelnya dia!!Btw, working adult yang berminat belajar Mandarin to ease communication with client/boss for career boost- jom join our free 2 hrs class, sijil pun dapat! Click link di bio~— meow'n'mandarin (@erlixxxxxxxxxx) June 21, 2023

Orang luar pun suka dekat ikan patin ya! :D

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Dr Mahathir Distances Himself From PM Position While Tengku Razaleigh Stands By

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Speaking amidst the recent political developments in the country, whereby UMNO president Zahid Hamidi announced his party's withdrawal of support for prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin, Mahathir is purportedly not impressed

Parti Pejuang Tanah Air (Pejuang) chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has indicated he is not seeking to become prime minister for a third time, according to Astro Awani.Mahathir stresses that his party, which had been officially registered by the Registrar of Societies yesterday after a protracted legal battle, has no interest in playing politics at a time when the COVID-19 pandemic is still raging."Our main priority now is to get the pandemic under control," said the Langkawi member of Parliament (MP) during a virtual press conference held yesterday. "So whether he (Muhyiddin) steps down or doesn't, or anything happens to him, that is due to the confusion we are now facing politically," he says, referencing the UMNO president's announcement."Everyone wants to become prime minister, (but) all they think about is how much money can they get," Mahathir – who turns 96 tomorrow – says. "They are not interested in serving the people or solving their problems."

Former two-time PM Mahathir says that pandemic management should be everyone's priority.
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He says that Malaysia is now one of the worst countries at dealing with the pandemic, and his party proposes the formation of a bipartisan national recovery council

"Now is not the time for politics, now is the time to face the people's struggles," he said, adding, "If we don't do something (about it), then the cases will only get higher."He says that there is a possibility that Malaysia will breach a number as high as 12,000 daily cases soon, alleging that the country is now one of the worst countries dealing with the outbreak because of the government's inefficiency.It was revealed in a separate Malay Mail report that his party's plan is to instead propose for the formation of a national recovery council, comprising experts in a wide range of fields, at the upcoming parliamentary session. Mahathir however denies that he seeks to lead this proposed council, instead saying that "qualified people" and "people with experience" will be considered.

Malaysia recorded an astonishing 8,868 new COVID-19 cases yesterday, its second highest on record.
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Perhaps coincidentally, longest serving MP Tengku Razaleigh has offered himself for the prime minister post

Tengku Razaleigh has served as an MP consecutively since 1974.
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According to Sinar Harian, Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah – the longest serving MP in parliament – says he will not reject the job on an interim basis should he be given majority support.Ku Li, as he is affectionately known, states that anyone including himself would take up the job as PM for the sake of the people's welfare, should the country be faced with another political crisis of confidence."If you hear about the reports in the media (about the pandemic), one would be frightened to give it a go. But to whomever the responsibility falls, they must carry that burden for the sake of the people and the country," the Gua Musang MP pleads.

Mahathir and Ku Li have joined forces before, appearing in a surprise joint press conference last December to object the government's 2021 budget.
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"They Are The Perpetrators" - An Aussie Politician Blamed Muslims For Attack On NZ Mosques

Following the terror attack today at two mosques in New Zealand, which has left at least 49 people dead so far, Australian senator Fraser Anning released a statement saying "While Muslims may have been the victims today, usually they are the perpetrators"

Senator Anning said the attacks highlighted the "growing fear over an increasing Muslim presence" in Australian and New Zealand communities.The Queensland Senator went on to claim that the real cause of the bloodshed that's left at least 49 people dead, is New Zealand's immigration policy which "allowed Muslims fanatics to migrant to New Zealand in the first place"."I am utterly opposed to any form of violence within our community, and I totally condemn the actions of the gunman," Senator Anning said."However, while this kind of violent vigilantism can never be justified, what it highlights is the growing fear within our community, both in Australia and New Zealand, of the increasing Muslim presence."As always, left-wing politicians and the media will rush to claim that the causes of today’s shootings lie with gun laws or those who hold nationalist views but this is all clichéd nonsense."The real cause of bloodshed on New Zealand streets today is the immigration program which allowed Muslim fanatics to migrate to New Zealand in the first place."

Senator Fraser Anning.
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He even claimed that the Muslims were the real perpetrators

"Let us be clear, while Muslims may have been the victims today, usually they are the perpetrators. Worldwide, Muslims are killing people in the name of their faith on an industrial scale."The entire religion of Islam is simply the violent ideology of a sixth-century despot masquerading as a religious leader, which justifies endless war against anyone who opposes it and calls for the murder of unbelievers and apostates."The truth is that Islam is not like any other faith. It is the religious equivalent of fascism. And just because the followers of this savage belief were not the killers in the stance, does not make them blameless.He ended with a passage from the bible and said those who followed a violent religion that called on them to murder "cannot be too surprised when someone takes them at their word and responds in kind".

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The senator has since been called out and criticised by others

Are you f*cking kidding me???? This guy is an Australian senator? SHAME on you @fraser_anning. I hope your fellow Australians respond to this disgusting statement with the same blind fury I am feeling. pic.twitter.com/W2XuX3fWkZ— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) March 15, 2019

Once again, Fraser Anning has invoked my religion in his cruel, inhumane and theologically unsound rhetoric about Muslim people. This is hate speech and this must be denounced as vile and unhinged. He is not fit to lead. pic.twitter.com/D74O3tnI48— Eliza Barr (@ElizaJBarr) March 15, 2019

The remarks by Senator Fraser Anning blaming the murderous attacks by a violent, right-wing, extremist terrorist in New Zealand on immigration are disgusting. Those views have no place in Australia, let alone the Australian Parliament.— Scott Morrison (@ScottMorrisonMP) March 15, 2019

Another Australian Senator, Mehreen Faruqi, who is Australia's first female Muslim senator, took to her Twitter to share her views:

There is blood on the hands of politicians who incite hate. To me, there is a clear link between their politics of hate and this sickening, senseless violence in #Christchurch— Mehreen Faruqi (@MehreenFaruqi) March 15, 2019

"Muslims have been targeted during Friday prayers. This is not an isolated event with mysterious causes. This is not random. This is the consequence of the Islamophobic and racist hate that has been normalised and legitimised by some politicians and media."We know Muslims are directly targeted by politicians day after day including those on the far-right like Pauline Hanson and Fraser Anning. We know Muslims are demonised constantly. We know we are hated by some."Attending Friday prayers is a family ritual for millions of Muslims. My heart breaks for everyone who has lost family and friends today, and Muslims around the world who worry for their safety each day," Senator Mehreen tweeted."Let's call this what it is. A planned terrorist attack targeting Muslims."

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UPDATE:
The Aussie politician got egged:

                Watch Teen Smash An Egg On Aussie Politician's Head Who Blamed Muslims For The NZ Attack

The politician retaliated by hitting the young boy two times.

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Chinese Sky Lanterns Illegally Set Off In Germany Kills Over 30 Animals In Zoo Enclosure

Dozens of animals were burnt alive after a fire swept through a monkey sanctuary at the Krefeld zoo in Germany just hours after the new year began

In a report by Daily Mail, the city's head of criminal police said that several witnesses reported seeing paper lanterns with little fires inside flying near the zoo shortly after midnight on Wednesday, 1 January. The police later found three Chinese sky lanterns with hand-written New Year's wishes in the smouldering debris.

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After authorities held a news conference about the blaze, a mother and her two daughters turned themselves in to the police

According to Sky News, the women - aged between 30 and 60 - went to a police station on 1 January and admitted to setting off the lanterns.Police chief Gerd Hoppmann described them as "completely normal people who seemed very sensible, very responsible", as quoted by Sky News.He also explained that the women ordered five Chinese sky lanterns online, intending to launch them with good wishes, but did not know that they were illegal in the country.They are now suspected of negligent arson, which can carry a prison sentence of up to five years.

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The fire burnt the zoo's entire tropical ape house down

According to Daily Mail, more than 30 animals, including five orangutans, a 48-year-old silverback gorilla named Massa, a chimpanzee, several monkeys, as well as fruit bats, and birds, were either burnt alive or died from smoke inhalation.Zoo director Wolfgang Dressen also said that many of the dead animals were close to extinction in the wild.

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Massa, one of the oldest captive gorillas in Europe, died in the fire.
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Fortunately, firefighters managed to save two chimpanzees and a family of gorillas

Firefighters rescued chimpanzees Bally and Limbo, who suffered burns but are in stable condition, according to Dressen. In addition to the two chimpanzees, BBC also reported that gorilla Kidogo and his six other family members managed to survive.The gorillas were in a neighbouring Gorilla Garden which was not affected as the firefighters were able to prevent the flames spreading from the ape house.

Gorilla Kidogo and his family survived the fire.
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To mourn the loss of the animals, members of the public left candles, notes, stuffed toys, and flowers at the zoo's entrance

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Mothers Can Claim Up To RM1,000 Tax Relief For Buying Breastfeeding Equipment

Taxpayers would usually want to maximise the tax relief that they are eligible for

Tax relief allows you to get a deduction and reduce the amount on which tax is paid. This simply means you get to lessen your chargeable income (or taxable income), and thus you'll pay a lower amount of tax.As the income tax filing season draws nearer, the Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency or Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit (AKPK) in Malay, has reminded taxpayers in a Facebook post to take advantage of the tax relief offered for the purchase of breastfeeding equipment.

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Individuals may claim up to RM1,000 of tax relief from breastfeeding equipment purchases

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Based on Section 46(1)(q)(a) of Income Tax Act 1967, breastfeeding equipment refers to a breast pump kit and an ice pack, a breast milk collection and storage equipment, and a cooler set, or bag. According to a document by Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (LHDN), this tax relief, which can only be claimed once every two years, is applicable to working women with children aged two years and below.It is understood that this deduction will not be allowed for a year of assessment immediately following that year of assessment. This means that if a claim for this tax relief is made for the year of assessment 2017, then the next claim can only be made for the year of assessment 2019. This tax relief is fairly new, as it was first announced in 2016 by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak during the tabling of Budget 2017.

Like most, if not all tax relief claims, individuals must keep and provide the receipt(s) as evidence of purchase or payment

Aside from the purchase of breastfeeding equipment there are various deductions that taxpayers can take advantage of, ranging from lifestyle tax relief such as Internet subscriptions and gymnasium membership fees to tax relief for education purposes. Visit the LHDN website to view the full list of tax reliefs available to maximise the tax savings that you are eligible for.

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Proud Sarawakian Wins Mr Heritage International 2023 In Manila

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Sarawakian John Watson Tamin has won the Mr Heritage International 2023 title for Malaysia at the pageant's finale in Manila, the Philippines

According to The Borneo Post, the 31-year-old from Ulu Layar, Betong beat 30 other contestants to win the crown and USD5,000 (approximately RM22,000) at the event held on 28 April."I feel really happy and honoured to represent my beloved, unique country Malaysia and also felt humble to have showcased my culture to the world," he told the English daily.After the win, the proud Iban also wrote in an Instagram post, "I will show the whole world what my traditional costume looks like."I may not be the first to show it to the world, but I will continue the legacy to show the world what is the Ngepan Iban. My culture has made me who I am today."

Image via @john_watson_tamin (Instagram)

Besides the crown, John also won the subsidiary titles of best spokesperson, best personality, and best grand arrival

Surprisingly, it was reported that this was only his second time representing Malaysia at an international pageant.The personal trainer, who is also an independent singer, song composer, producer, model, motivational speaker, and actor, told New Sarawak Tribune that before his journey in pageantry, he had never considered participating in one before.However, after quickly rising through the ranks as a newcomer in the local pageant scene a few years ago — he was crowned Mr Elegant Sarawak 2019 and also won the Keling Raban Ngepan Iban culture-based pageant in the same year — he decided to give an international competition a try.

Image via Bunny Bimba/@john_watson_tamin (Instagram)

The 31-year-old eventually won the national Mister Glam Borneo title in 2022, and his first opportunity to represent Malaysia in its international finale

The pageant was also held in Manila in November last year, where he placed fourth runner-up.John said he felt a great deal of pride in representing his people and culture.Unfortunately, he felt there could have been more support as a figure representing the country and Sarawak."[Regretfully] to say, I had to fork out from my own pocket to fund the trip to the Philippines, accommodation, and so on."I hope future competitors would get the financial assistance that they deserve as a way to show moral support to fellow Sarawakians or Malaysians," he said.

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This mother from Ipoh also won an award at the Mrs Tourism Queen International pageant with her outfit inspired by the Ngepan Iban:

                Ipoh Mother Of 2 Wins Crown At Mrs Tourism Queen International 2023 In Thailand

The 41-year-old education consultant said it was her first time participating in a beauty pageant.

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OPPO Reno5 & Reno5 Pro Kini Mula Dijual Secara Rasmi Pada Harga Serendah RM1,899

OPPO telah mengumumkan model terbaru dalam siri telefon pintar Reno mereka iaitu OPPO Reno5 dan OPPO Reno5 Pro

Jualan pertama untuk kedua-dua model ini telah pun bermula pada 27 Januari lepas. OPPO Reno5 akan dijual pada harga RM1,899. Ia hadir bersama pemproses Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G 5G SoC dan RAM 8GB. Model ini mempunyai skrin 90Hz 2.5D dan storan dalaman sebanyak 128GB.

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Manakala, OPPO Reno5 Pro pula akan dijual pada harga RM2,599. Ia hadir bersama pemproses MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ 7nm dan RAM 12GB. Model ini mempunyai skrin berlengkung 90Hz dan storan dalaman sebanyak 256GB.

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Kedua-dua model di atas mempunyai teknologi pengecasan pantas SuperVOOC 2.0 65W, sama seperti telefon pintar OPPO Reno4 Pro

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Penulis: Burhanudin ZamriArtikel di atas dipetik daripada portal MyGameOn dan diterbitkan semula oleh SAYS Seismik.

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#DuitRayaMovement, Trend Beri Duit Raya Pada Yang Bekerja Di Hari Raya Jadi Ikutan Ramai!

Kita disarankan untuk memperbanyakan membuat amal ibadah sepanjang bulan Ramadan

Ini kerana istimewanya bulan Ramadan ialah terdapat ganjaran pahala yang berlipat kali ganda serta keampunan Allah SWT yang terbuka luas, menjadikan bulan tersebut dinanti-nantikan umat Islam di seluruh dunia. Dalam hadis riwayat Muslim, Rasulullah SAW bersabda, "Apabila Ramadan tiba, pintu syurga dibuka, pintu neraka ditutup dan syaitan pun dibelenggu."Oleh yang demikian, sangat rugi sekiranya ada yang tidak berusaha untuk merebut peluang terbuka dengan melipatgandakan dan mempelbagaikan bentuk amalan setiap kali bulan Ramadan.

Walau bagaimanapun, membuat kebaikan janganlah terhenti sebaik selesai bulan Ramadan tetapi wajar diteruskan sepanjang masa

Bahkan, pada bulan Syawal ini sahaja, terdapat beberapa insan berhati mulia yang telah memulakan kempen #DuitRayaMovement yang mana kempen itersebut bertujuan untuk menyebarkan kebaikan dengan memberi duit raya kepada mereka yang penat bekerja lebih-lebih lagi pada musim perayaan ini.

Semuanya bermula daripada pengguna Twitter @amin_jamean yang berkongsikan satu video berdurasi 10 saat memaparkan dia menghulurkan sampul duit Raya kepada seorang barista di sebuah kedai kopi terkenal. Dalam video itu, jelas menunjukkan keseronokan barista tersebut selepas menerima sampul itu. Menurut Amin lagi, dia turut menghulurkan duit raya kepada pekerja tol serta 'pak guard' yang ditemuinya.

Sebarkan kebaikan, sesi beri duit raya pada pekerja tol, pak guard & barista bermulaaa  pic.twitter.com/2hTMkLmoIE— AminJamean (@amin_jamean) June 7, 2019

Bukan setakat duit Raya, malahan Amin turut memberi kuih Raya dalam kempen yang dimulakannya itu. Pemuda itu turut menggalakkan orang ramai untuk membuat perkara yang sama sambil menggunakan hashtag #DuitRayaMovement.

Sebarkan kebaikan, ukirkan senyuman! if you have photo or video blh hashtag #DuitRayaMovement pic.twitter.com/BBZosx8LWP— AminJamean (@amin_jamean) June 9, 2019

Siapa sangka, kempen ini telah menjadi ikutan ramai!

Perasaan seronok menjadi berlipat ganda tatkala kegembiraan menyambut bulan Syawal ini dikongsi bersama orang ramai.

Rata-rata netizen berkongsikan cerita masing-masing, baik dalam bentuk tulisan, malah ada juga dalam bentuk video.

Ada satu customer datang waktu maghrib raya pertama, dia tanya "Bila nak balik?", aku jawab "Lambat lagi closing,bang". Dia ucap "Selamat Hari Raya",hulur rm10, ambik air dia pastu balik terus. Aku harap customer tu jumpa tweet ni sebab aku tak sempat nak cakap terima kasih :')— sey (@amryasier) June 7, 2019

Kadang ada customer suruh amik je baki duit dia sebagai duit raya  pic.twitter.com/rRs2Kj3Btr— M e d i n a (@NinaBalqs) June 8, 2019

My turn.Tadi ada 1fmaly dtg mkn tetiba ank dia meragam pnt blk dari kg katanya nangis tkbenti kesian plak tgk saje blnje 1scop ice cream terus benti nangis pasto time nak baya parents dia bg duit raya allahuakbar bape sen sangatlah 1scop ice cream tu dari yg dia bg ni pic.twitter.com/MKZmp2PIZh— meeraa (@miera03__) June 8, 2019

First raya harituu at petron pagoh  Sharing is caring  pic.twitter.com/sjFSMA6IQe— JULIA (@julesbatrisyia) June 9, 2019

Harituhhhhh aku pun dapat! sampai sekarang simpannn tak guna. appreciate sangat! Hahahahahhaha  pic.twitter.com/mR3JAax3L5— Jstsmile (@FaridAmil) June 9, 2019

 pic.twitter.com/RaGs5je2Tk—  (@fiimatthews_) June 7, 2019

Spread kindness and happiness!  selamat hari raya!  pic.twitter.com/2psXqxJGJN—  (@mazliyanaa) June 8, 2019

Trend macam inilah yang harus dijadikan ikutan ramai.
Spread kindness and positivity, tau!

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Couple Breaks Off Engagement After Finding Out They're Both Thalassemia Carriers

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A Malaysian couple recently made the difficult decision to break off their engagement after finding out that they are both thalassemia carriers

Taking to Twitter to share their story and raise awareness on thalassemia, Twitter user @FarraDiana_ said they both agreed that breaking up was the best way to continue as they did not want their future children to have the risk of developing thalassemia major and depend on regular blood transfusions."He's a carrier. He told me from very early on. But I thought I was normal. I never checked. I only got checked after we got engaged. 'Just to be safe,' I thought."And it turns out that I am also a carrier. So the risk of thalassemia major is there. And we can't afford the uncertainties," she wrote.

He’s a carrier. He told me dari awal lagi. But i thought i was normal. Never checked pun. I got checked lepas we engaged, “just to be safe”, i thought.And turns out to be im also, a carrier. So the risk of major thalassemia are there. And we, can’t afford the uncertainties.— Farra Diana (@FarraDiana_) May 27, 2023

Thalassemia is the most common inherited blood disorder in Malaysia, it passes down from parents to children through genes

According to MedlinePlus, thalassemia happens when the body makes an abnormal form of haemoglobin in red blood cells, causing a patient to experience anemia.As haemoglobin is made of two proteins — alpha and beta — a patient could have alpha or beta thalassemia depending on which protein is affected.More importantly though, is how the disease presents and passes down. Both types of thalassemia can present in two forms: thalassemia minor and thalassemia major.Thalassemia minor occurs if you receive the faulty gene from only one parent. People with this form of thalassemia are only carriers of the disease with, most of the time, no symptoms.

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However, thalassemia major occurs when the patient inherits the gene defect from both parents

They will require lifelong blood transfusions to get healthy red blood cells in their body to live.According to a 2020 observational study by the Malaysian Thalassemia Registry, there are about 8,000 patients with thalassemia major in Malaysia.The majority of registered patients are Malay (63.95%), Chinese (11.75%), and Kadazan-Dusun (11.36%), with about 250 new patients born each year.Meanwhile, 6.8% of Malaysians are thalassemia carriers.

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Farra and her ex-fiancé, who are both medical doctors, said they understood the risks and consequences if they stayed together

"When we were in the paediatrics department, we saw many transfusion-dependent thalassemia children," explained Farra."When two carriers are together, their children have a high risk of getting major thalassemia," she added.A thalassemia carrier couple has a 25% chance of giving birth to a child with thalassemia major. Whereas, if only one parent is a thalassemia carrier, the children may only become carriers, there is no risk of developing thalassemia major.

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"We remember the children we treated, the ones that we had to poke (insert needles into their veins to receive blood) every night. They depended on blood transfusions. We always felt sad when they were rebellious. They expressed things like, 'Why do I need to go through this pain when it's not my fault?'" the doctor recounted.Farra said they are both not interested in adoption and decided to break up after spending a few months discussing the issue.She consented to SAYS sharing her personal story.

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Farra's story has reached over three million views on Twitter, with thousands of netizens sharing the pain of her heartbreak

Many also commended the couple for their courage and selflessness.

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There is always a need for blood donations to help thalassemia patients. Read this to find out how:

                How To Donate Blood In Malaysia? Here's A Full List Of Things You Need To Know

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[NEW UPDATE] Singapore Child Abuse Case: Parents Help Teacher Out Instead

Parents help teacher to pay for a lawyer to defend herself

To help the childcare teacher who allegedly abused a three-year-old boy, parents and peers have come together to contribute money to pay for a lawyer.

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According to an article in The New Paper, the Education Services Union will facilitate this should she accept the help: “We will look for ways to work with her and how best to help in the situation."

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Days after the news broke, parents with children at the childcare centre came forward to defend her and had only praise for her. A mother whose daughter was under this teacher several years ago, said: “When my daughter joined the centre, she cried for two months straight, but she was very patient."

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"CCTVs are useful, but it cannot replace trust between teachers and parents," he said. He noted that while technology can be used wherever possible, technology cannot replace the relationship between parents and teachers.

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The childcare centre involved in the alleged child abuse case has had its licence tenure cut from 24 months to six months.

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Parents may have overreacted

"I do not rule out this possibility of the said video. But listen carefully, I strongly felt that they are over-reacting with all the sound and words. I am not interested in the ruling parties because Greed has overwhelmed them."

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8 July: Teacher involved in the child abuse case at a childcare centre has been arrested

A 51-year-old teacher was arrested on Sunday in connection to an alleged child abuse case that took place at the NTUC My First Skool childcare centre in Toa Payoh on Friday.

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The three-year-old boy's father said his son, who can be hyperactive, suffered a hairline fracture on his left shin. NTUC First Campus, which operates My First Skool, said this was due to mishandling by the teacher. The teacher has since been suspended.

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CCTV footage showing a woman dragging a boy across the floor and pushing him down with force has gone viral online. The woman is believed to be the child's teacher. His parents were initially told by the childcare centre that he had a fall, but demanded to see the CCTV footage.

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WATCH: PART 1 - Teacher abusing a boy at one of Singapore's childcare centre

WATCH: PART 2 - Teacher abusing a boy at one of Singapore's childcare centre

Here's what happened

The incident is believed to have happened at a Toa Payoh childcare centre. In the video, a child is seen running up to a woman in a classroom, who grabs him by the arms. She seems to be lecturing the child.

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After awhile, she drags the child to the back of the classroom and slams him onto the ground. She does it at least twice before she pins the child to the ground and speaks to him again. She can also be seen slapping the boy.

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Later, she leaves the child in the corner and walks away. There are more children and at least two other adults in the background.

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In a second video of the same incident, the child can be seen struggling to his feet. He tries to stand up while leaning on a table for support, but is unable to do so.

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Minister for Social and Family Development Chan Chun Sing assures investigation

The Ministry of Social and Family Development is investigating an alleged abuse case at the NTUC My First Skool childcare centre in Toa Payoh.

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Minister for Social and Family Development Chan Chun Sing said Sunday his ministry is investigating an incident at a local childcare centre, after a video on Youtube appeared showing a woman handling a boy roughly.

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The police confirmed that a report had been lodged and investigations are ongoing in what seems to be a shocking case of child abuse. A woman had been caught on CCTV slamming a child repeatedly onto the ground.

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A spokesman for the school, My First Skool, at Block 192 Toa Payoh Lorong 4, said that they are co-operating with the police over the alleged incident. Under the Child Care Centre's Regulations, corporal punishment is not allowed in childcare centres.

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11 Amazing Caves In Malaysia You Need To Explore At Least Once In Your Life

1. Gua Niah

Location: Miri, Sarawak.How to get there: Gua Niah is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Miri city, by car. There are adequate signages that will lead you to the cave.Entrance fee: RM10 per person.Attractions: Divided into two sections - The Great Cave and The Painted Cave - both were home to the pre-historic humans and there is nothing better than threading the caverns and chambers here as you see what it was like to live in a subterranean!

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2. Clearwater Cave

Location: Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak.Entrance fee: RM20 per person.How to get there: Gunung Mulu National Park is only accessible by flight (Check out Air Asia coupons for cheaper flights and discounts), more details about the park can be found here. Upon reaching, you'll also need to take a long boat to reach the cave.Attractions: Clearwater Cave is believed to be the largest interconnected cave system in the world by volume and the 8th longest cave in the world at 207 km. Clearwater is a fascinating cave to scroll around. Plank walks, paths and small floating bridges make this an easy and enjoyable experience for the whole family. There are also excellent photo opportunities for those who have the patience for cave photography.

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3. Wind Cave

Location: Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak.How to get there: Gunung Mulu National Park is only accessible by flight. Entrance fee: RM1 per person.Attractions: Wind Cave Nature Reserve (also known as Lubang Angin) provides visitors with an authentic, but relatively safe, caving experience in pitch black, bat-infested tunnels. You can also see some of the 6.16 hectares of forest and rivers in the protected reserve surrounding the caves.

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4. Dark Cave

Location: Batu Caves, Gombak, Selangor.How to get there: There's a direct KTM Komuter train from KL Sentral that stops at Batu Caves, the journey only takes about 15 minutes. If you opt to drive, it's just a 15 minute drive from the town of Gombak.Entrance fee: Varies from RM35 to RM80 per person, depending on the types of tour chosen.Attractions: Batu Caves not only houses one of the most famous Hindu temples in the world - The Sri Subramaniam Temple - but it also houses the Dark Cave - one of the main caves at the Batu Caves hill. It is home to an ancient animal community of 100 million years old, including the rarest spider in the world, the Trapdoor spider (Liphistius batuensis). Dark Cave has its own special features of magnificent cave formations – stalactite, stalagmite, flowstone, cave pearls and cave curtains.

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5. Perak Cave

Location: Ipoh, Perak.How to get there: Drive along Jalan Kuala Kangsar, 6km to the north of Ipoh.Entrance fee: Free.Attractions: Perak Tong Cave Temple - The Perak Tong - is located just north of Ipoh and is one of the oldest temples and famous for the murals. The walls of the cavern are decorated with colourful murals depicting characters and events from Chinese mythology and Buddhist scriptures. Chinese calligraphy also adorns the walls some of which was painted by the afore-mentioned Chong Yin Chat.

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6. Gua Nasib Bagus

Location: Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak.How to get there: Gunung Mulu National Park is only accessible by flight, more details can be found here.Entrance fee: RM10 per person.Attractions: This cave contains the worlds largest natural underground chamber. Lubang Nasib Bagus (Sarawak Chamber) is more than 600m long, 400m wide and 100m high. It is so big that it is commonly described as capable of holding up to 10 jumbo jets nose-to-tail within its walls and 60m high roof. A cave stream is likewise inviting and perfect for a quick splash to rejuvenate the senses.

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7. Deer Cave

Location: Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak.How to get there: Just like Gua Nasib Bagus, Deer Cave is only accessible by flight. Entrance fee: RM20 per person.Attractions: What sets the Deer Cave apart from the others is its magnificent cave passage is the largest in the world. Discover the Garden of Eden with the aptly named Adam and Eve showers that shoot out 30m columns of water. It is also famous for the hundreds of thousands of bats that stream from its mouth every evening between 5.00pm to 6.30pm. It's also famous for the Abraham Lincoln silhouette hidden among the rocks!

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8. Gua Payong

Location: Kampung Kalai, Kelantan.How to get there: Located along the East-West Highway, Gua Payong is approximately 15 minutes from Kampung Kalai by car.Entrance fee: Free.Attractions: The cave is situated inside Gunung Reng, a limestone hill. The cave also has the unique structure of stalactites and stalagmites. The fact is, certain rock formations, granite / limestone mountain are the same as found in Gua Niah. Also, expect to encounter bats and different species of insects.

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9. Gua Kelam

Location: Kaki Bukit, Perlis.How to get there: Travel around 33km by car from the north of Kangar.Entrance fee: RM1 per person.Attractions: It's a 370m long limestone cave where it's famous for its 'cave walk'. You will enter from one end of the cave and come out at a different location. The only path in is via a wooden suspension bridge measuring 8ft wide. The hollow limestone path is believed to be the idea of an Englishman that converted this cave as a method of transporting tin from a mine near the stream entrance of Kaki Bukit.

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10. Gua Tempurung

Location: Gopeng, Perak.How to get there: Located in Gopeng, about 24km south of the capital city of Ipoh in Perak. Entrance fee: Ranges from RM6 to RM9 per person, depending on the package chosen.Attractions: About 3km long, it is one of the longest caves in Peninsula Malaysia. Part of it has been developed as a show cave with electric lighting and walkways and there is a range of tours of different lengths and difficulty. A fine river cave, the river passage runs about 1.6km through the hill. There are three very large chambers and some spectacular stalactites and stalagmites, each comprises of five huge domes with ceilings resembling coconut shells. Each of these domes has different calcium formations and marble there exists in differing temperatures and water levels.

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11. Gua Gomantong

Location: Sandakan, Sabah.How to get there: Located at the outskirts of Lower Kinabatangan, which can be accessed by car.Entrance fee: RM5 per person.Attractions: There are two cave complexes - Simud Hitam (Black Cave) soaring up to 90m high and the more accessible of the two, and Simud Putih (White Cave), where the more valuable nests are found. The resident creatures of the caves include swiftlets (from which the nests are collected) and bats among others. Outside, other birds such as serpent eagles, bat hawks and kingfishers can be seen. You might even spot an orangutan or two!

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Happy caving!

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"Orang Korea Pun Cakap Bagus" - Perbualan Gadis Ini Bercakap Dalam Korea Jadi Perhatian

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Penyanyi dari Korea kini telah menjadi kegilaan anak muda sekarang, ia kerana style dan lagu mereka yang membuatkan ramai terpikat dengannya

Bukan itu saja, di Malaysia, drama Korea juga mendapat sambutan hangat. Jadi, tidak hairanlah jika ada yang sanggup untuk belajar bahasa negara itu kerana minat dengan budaya mereka.Perkara itu sama seperti video yang tular di TikTok ini apabila perbualan seorang gadis dengan seseorang dari Korea telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @matchagweentea no cs why he talk so FAST  but i love energetic person when talking  original sound  - sarah

Petah bercakap bahasa Korea sampai orang Korea pun terkejut

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang gadis sedang bercakap dengan seorang lelaki menerusi panggilan telefon.Difahamkan, lelaki itu berasal dari Korea. Namun, apa yang lebih mencuri tumpuan adalah gadis itu dengan lancarnya berbual dengan lelaki itu dalam bahasa Korea saja. Situasi berkenaan membuatkan lelaki itu sendiri terkejut mendengarnya dan tidak menyangka ada rakyat Malaysia yang petah bercakap bahasa negaranya. Malah, juga gadis itu juga hanya belajar bahasa Korea sendiri dengan melihat drama dan rancangan dari sana.Lihat video penuh lain itu di bawah:

  @matchagweentea it was a really short and nice conversation   original sound  - sarah

"Yes! I also learn Korean from variety show and K-drama" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut meluahkan keterujaan mereka selepas melihat video tersebut. Malah, ramai yang suka mendengar perbualannya itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 25.1K views, 4,762 likes dan 48 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Wow! Powerlah Korea dia, orang dari sana pun terkejut :O

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[GALERI] Tiada Lagi Istilah Seksi, Barbie Kini Berhijab Dan Kelihatan Manis Sekali

Bila bercakap mengenai fesyen berhijab, kita selalu kaitkan dengan fesyen bintang-bintang tanah air seperti Yuna, Ziana Zain, Erra Fazira, Siti Nurhaliza dan banyak lagi. Tapi...

...tahukah anda semua, ada seorang lagi bintang yang kini sudah berhijab dan menjadi perhatian ramai?Bintang tersebut sebenarnya adalah Barbie iaitu patung permainan dan  watak animasi yang menjadi kegilaan kanak-kanak perempuan di seluruh dunia.

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Seperti yang biasa kita lihat patung Barbie selalu ditampilkan dengan pakaian yang serba moden dan agak seksi

Tapi pernahkah anda terfikir bagaimanakah wajah patung ini jika berhijab dan menyarung pakaian muslimah? OK, sebelum kami tunjukkan pada anda, mari kita lihat wajah kebiasaan patung barbie yang sering kita nampak.

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Namun, terdapat satu akaun Instagram bernama Hijarbie telah dibuat yang mana ia memaparkan gambar-gambar patung cantik ini mengenakan pakaian muslimah moden

OK, jom kita lihat!

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Sekali pandang gaya posing pun dah macam model-model muslimah terkenal

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Tambahan pula, padanan warna baju dan tudung sangat kena dan bergaya. Cantik kan?

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Nampaknya warna hitam juga kelihatan menawan apabila disarungkan pada Hijarbie ini. Sangat elegan.

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Yang menariknya, ada di antara fesyen-fesyen Hijarbie ini diilhamkan dari fesyen muslimah yang sebenar

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Lihatlah, walaupun berbeza dari saiz pakaian yang original, namun jahitannya tetap tampak kemas dan sangat eksklusif.

Untuk pengetahuan anda, konsep dan idea ini datangnya dari seorang wanita muslimah dari Nigeria yang bernama Haneefah Adam

Wanita yang berumur 24 tahun ini memberitahu bahawa dia menjahit sendiri pakaian Hijarbie ini di rumah bagi memastikan patung tersebut memakai pakaian yang menepati saiz kecilnya itu.

Pengasas Hijarbie, Haneefah Adam.
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Katanya, hijab membawa maksud kehormatan kepada dirinya dan ia adalah identiti unik dirinya. Tambahnya lagi, hijab adalah MAHKOTA untuk semua wanita Islam di dunia.Jadi, dalam masa yang sama dia ingin menerapkan nilai pemakaian hijab tersebut kepada kanak-kanak kerana dia yakin ini antara medium yang terbaik.

Rupa-rupanya Haneefah memang seorang yang sangat kreatif. Anda boleh lihat semua hasil tangannya DI SINI dan semua gambar stunning patung ini di Instagram @hijarbie.

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Ini Antara Design Meja Menarik Boleh Dapatkan Di Shopee Untuk Keselesaan WFH Anda

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Umum mengetahui dengan keadaan pandemik sekarang telah memaksa kita  untuk melakukan semua kerja dari rumah

Hal ini termasuklah bagi yang bekerja dan juga yang masih belajar. Kini, semua orang digalakkan berhubung melalui online saja bagi mengekang wabak merbahaya ini.Disebabkan perlu bekerja dari rumah, pasti kita perlukan ruang yang selesa untuk melakukan kerja betul tak? Sekarang ini, rumah ibarat pejabat kedua bagi kita untuk bekerja.Jadi, anda perlulah mengeluarkan sedikit wang untuk keselesaan semasa melakukan kerja terutama di ruangan meja. Jom kita lihat antara design meja menarik yang anda boleh cari di Shopee:

Berikut adalah antara kedai yang menjual pelbagai jenis meja untuk work from home (WFH):

1. Pamica Malaysia

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Meja ini sesuai untuk ruang yang lebih kecil kerana tapaknya. Ia juga menawarkan dua tingkat ruang meja dengan tambahan riser. Warna putih yang bersih dan design kaki meja logam membuatkan binaan meja ini kukuh dan reka bentuk yang menarik.Klik di sini untuk lihat harga.

2. Wanlin Home

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Walaupun design meja ini kelihatan simple, tetapi sebenarnya di bahagian bawahnya boleh menyimpan pelbagai barang seperti alatan atau buku anda semasa bekerja. Ruangannya juga tidak terlalu besar dan tidak akan memakan banyak tempat.Klik di sini untuk lihat harga.

3. Lulu Mall

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Bagi anda yang memang tidak suka untuk meletakkan barang terlalu banyak di atas meja, design ini adalah jawapannya. Walaupun tiada ruang untuk letakkan barang tetapi designya tetap nampak cantik dan elegan semasa melakukan kerja. Selesa pun selesa!Klik di sini untuk lihat harga.

4. Wonderxstore

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Design meja ini sebenarnya tidak besar seperti yang dilihat dalam gambar. Ia sesuai untuk anda yang mempunyai ruangan kecil dan mahu menjimatkan ruang. Kaki meja ini diperbuat daripada besi yang pastinya kukuh dan mudah untuk anda mengalihkannya nanti.Klik di sini untuk lihat harga.

5. Platinum Furniture

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Kedai ini mempunyai design meja yang agak besar dan boleh meletakkan banyak barangan WFH anda. Di bahagian sisi meja, anda boleh lihat terdapat ruangan rak bertingkat yang membolehkan anda meletakkan pelbagai barang.Klik di sini untuk lihat harga.

6. The Furnitures

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Meja ini mempunya bentuk yang memanjang dan ruangan meja yang agak kecil. Ia sesuai untuk mereka yang tidak melakukan pelbagai kerja atas satu meja tetapi tetap mahukan keselesaan.Klik di sini untuk lihat harga.

7. Cassa

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Meja yang terakhir ini mempunyai design paling simple tetapi masih selesa untuk melakukan kerja. Meja ini mudah untuk dialihkan kemana-mana kerana mempunyai roda di tapaknya. Malah, anda juga boleh adjust ketinggian meja mengikut keselesaan anda.Klik di sini untuk lihat harga.

Alang-alang dah WFH tu belilah satu meja supaya selesa nak buat kerja nanti ;)

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[VIDEO] Bapa Akhirnya Potong Janggut & Misai Sekian Lama, Reaksi Anak Keliru Curi Tumpuan

Bagi kaum lelaki, menyimpan janggut dan misai adalah menjadi kegemaran mereka

Namun begitu, ada juga yang suka untuk mencukurnya kerana merasa lebih selesa berbanding menyimpannya. Semua itu terpulang kepada individu masing-masing.Jika sebelum ini wajah kita sudah biasa memiliki janggut atau misai, pasti muka kita akan kelihatan sedikit pelik bukan selepas mencukurnya. Macam wajah orang lain pun ada.Sama seperti video ini apabila seorang lelaki mencukur janggut dan misainya selepas lebih 10 bulan untuk melihat reaksi anak-anaknya telah mencuri perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @nurlianajaafar dah 10bulan tengok bapaknye dengan misai & janggut.. sekali papa shave habis.. konfiuss trus dorg   I Love You Daddy - The Kiboomers

Anak-anak confuse lihat muka ayah selepas cukur

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan si isteri berkongsi rakaman untuk melihat reaksi anak-anaknya. Difahamkan, suaminya itu baru saja mencukur misai dan janggut selepas sekian lamanya.Lelaki itu kemudian membuka face mask yang dipakainya sambil mendukung salah seorang daripada anak mereka. Apa yang lebih mencuri tumpuan adalah reaksi anak-anaknya itu yang kelihatan seperti keliru dan pelik melihatnya. Malah, reaksi muka mereka membuatkan pasangan tersebut geli hati melihatnya.

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"Dah shave terus nampak triplet" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pelbagai reaksi mereka.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 384.2K views, 50.3K likes dan 596 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Dia pun dah pening, betul ke tak ni ayah dia :D

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Looking For A New Laptop? Apple's Cheaper Macbook Air Might Be The Answer

The Updated Macbook Air Now Sports A Faster Processor

Haswell processors has enhanced performances of the Macbook Air
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The new versions of the computers, which Apple announced Tuesday, contain fourth-generation Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors.

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On the processor front, the Air now comes with a 1.4GHz Core i5 -- upgraded from a 1.3GHz chip. While that is a relatively minor performance upgrade, Intel may have improved the chip in other ways.

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Which Extends And Enhances Battery Life

Battery life has been extended for the newer Macbook Air
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For instance, newer versions of a processor typically include manufacturing improvements, which can result in better power efficiency and cooling.

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In addition to the speed bump, the upgraded models also come with longer-lasting batteries. The company promises up to nine hours of use for the 11-inch models, and 12 hours for the 13-inch models.

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Apple says the new processors work with its OS X Mavericks operating system to provide 12 hours of battery life on the 13-inch models and 9 hours on the 11-inch MacBook Airs.

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Not Only Are They Faster, They Are Also RM 330 (USD 100) Cheaper

The new Macbook Air is now cheaper by around RM 330
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Alongside the processor change, Apple has also dropped the prices on all of its MacBook Airs by $100 each. The base 11-inch model now starts at $899 as a result, with the 13-inch starting at $999.

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The 11.6-inch MacBook Air dropped to a starting price of $899 from $999 in the US and from £849 to £749 in the UK, while the entry-level 13.3-inch Air dropped to $999 from $1,099 in the US and from £949 to £849 in the UK.

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Every model except the entry-level 11-inch Air with 128 gigabytes of storage, which still retails for $1099, received a $50 price cut. In the US, the same models received a $US100 price cut, but this does not include additional sales tax, which is already included in the Australian prices.

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The 11-inch Air, with 128GB of storage, now sells for $899 and options range up to a 13-inch screen with 256GB of storage for $1,199.

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Apple Hopes For More People To Switch To Mac As It Makes It More Affordable

Phillip Schiller hoping more would switch over as the Macbook gets more affordable
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In the meantime, the company appears to be addressing one of the common gripes from the anti-Apple crowd -- that more powerful PCs can be had for a fraction of the cost of Apple's laptop and desktop offerings.

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The new machines are the cheapest portable Macs Apple has ever sold., and the firm hopes it will eat into sales on Windows laptops. "With MacBook Air starting at $899, there’s no reason to settle for anything less than a Mac,' said Apple's Philip Schiller.

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'Macs have never been more popular, and today we’ve boosted the performance and lowered the price of MacBook Air so even more people can experience the perfect everyday notebook.'

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You Can Now Purchase The New Macbook Air From The Apple Store Here

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Buy the 11 inch or 13 inch MacBook Air from the Apple Online Store.

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13 Things You Will Only Relate To If You Have Typical Malaysian Parents

Old school Malaysian parents are the best, seriously

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The nagging, the threats, the punishments... and the unconditional love! From washing our butts as babies, to helping us put down a deposit for our own house, parents are pretty much there for everything.

In honour of our mums and dads, here are 13 things you will only relate to if you have typical Malaysian parents:

1. Whenever you need something...

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2. While other parents ask their kids what they wanna be, your Malaysian parent probably told you

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3. Good grades and studying hard are the only things that matter

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4. You confirm scared to go home if you didn't get straight A's

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5. Your parents were sooooo supportive of your dreams...

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6. They say you're not allowed to date until you finish your studies...

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7. Then will spend the rest of their lives complaining why you're not married yet

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8. The remedy to every illness is "drink water"

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9. The interrogation every time you want to go out

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10. Your dad still insists on driving, even though you've had a valid driving license for over 5 years

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11. They force you to eat all the time

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12. Then complain that you're getting fat

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13. Your parents are always on the lookout for "cheap cheap" deals

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Whether it's "kids eat free", buy 1 free 1, bargaining at markets, or getting freebies, our parents are awesome a sniffing out deals!