11 Awesome Spots In Klang Valley To Take Stunning OOTD Photos

1. Empire Damansara - Have colourful 'floating' umbrellas as your backdrop

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Nestled in the heart of Damansara Perdana, this development is studded with artistic creations that's certainly photo-worthy. One of the most creative installations is definitely the 'floating' umbrellas, where colourful umbrellas encompass the entirety of the ‘ceiling’ in the courtyard, providing a uniquely quirky and artsy backdrop for OOTD photos.Address: Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

2. SS2 Graffiti Street - Artwork that will instantly jazz up your OOTD picture

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If you're looking for tasteful graffiti artwork to give your photos an explosion of colour, head on over to SS2. There are approved graffiti works done all around the entire area, so go on an adventure and find them all! Click here for a list of all the artworks and their locations.

3. APW Bangsar - A hipster place with some chill vibes

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A former industrial complex, APW has amazing soft ambient lighting during the daytime, perfect for leaving photos with a natural finish. Once the sun sets, your photos will truly convey the warm glow of the halogen lamps sprawled across the entire complex. Hispter cafes and restaurants with beautiful interior designs are also sprawled all around the place, leaving you with endless options for OOTD pictures.Address: 29 Jalan Riong, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur.

4. KL Forest Eco Park - The perfect location if you love taking your OOTD pics amidst nature

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KL Forest Eco Park is one of the oldest permanent forest reserves in Malaysia, and also boasts one of KL's amazing attractions, an impressive 200m canopy walk where you will be treated with a picturesque aerial view of the treetops and city beyond. The colours of the greenery contrast well with other nature tones (in outfits) such as brown, yellow, red, blue, etc.Address: Lot 240, Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur.

5. The Zhongshan Building - Take your OOTD with ample natural sunlight

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Once a historical building, Zhongshan has now been converted into an arts and culture centre. The old but well-kept cozy interior provides adequate ambient lighting through transparent openings in the ceiling, allowing for natural sunlight to seep through. Corridors that vine throughout the building also allow for great OOTD photo opportunities.Address: Jalan Kampung Attap, 80 - 84, Jalan Rotan, 50460 Kuala Lumpur.

6. Chocha Foodstore - Filled with old-school decoration that will give your pictures a vintage feel

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Nothing screams vintage like Chocha Foodstore's interior design. Housed in the abandoned Mah Lian Hotel, you'll be greeted by peeling walls, old wooden tables, and charming decorations, making you feel as though you've been transported back into the golden era. Chocha also features a courtyard which provides ample sunlight, the perfect kind of lighting for OOTD pictures.Address: Chocha Foodstore, 156, Petaling Street, Kuala Lumpur.

7. The Swimming Club - For those who love the retro-style

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The Swimming Club is a rooftop pool bar that'll give you a wonderful view of KL City. Its bright but muted pink walls is the perfect complement to comfort-fit, pastel-coloured outfits. The whole area definitely has some Wes Anderson aesthetics, exuding a late 70s and early 80s art deco style.Address: Level 11, The Kuala Lumpur Journal, No. 30 Jalan Beremi, Off Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50200 Kuala Lumpur.

8. Thean Hou Temple - Get transported back into the olden Chinese era

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One of the oldest and largest temples in Southeast Asia, this six-tiered Buddhist temple represents a combination of contemporary architectural style and traditional designs with intricate embellishments, ornate carvings, and murals. Take your OOTD pictures here to look as though you are part of a classic Chinese drama.Address: 65, Persiaran Endah, Taman Persiaran Desa, 50460 Kuala Lumpur.

9. Sekinchan Paddy Field - For a background of never-ending green fields

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With bright blue skies and lush, vibrant green fields, Sekinchan paddy field proves to be an awesome location for photographs. Snapping your OOTD pictures here will be a nice change from usual busy background of the city.Address: In the vicinity of Jalan Tali Air Sekinchan, Selangor.

10. KL Railway Station - A historical building with eye-catching architecture

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This fairytale Moorish-style building adopts a mixture of Eastern and Western styles and resembles a typical Victorian-era English railway building. It is the grandest train station built in the city, and its striking architectural design makes for a spectacular background.Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, Kampung Attap, 50050 Kuala Lumpur.

11. Morrocan Pavillion Putrajaya - Feel and look as though you are in a whole other exotic country

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This exquisite pavilion resembles palaces in Morocco that was built as a cultural exchange between Malaysia and Morocco. It's just like taking a trip there without having to actually leave the country. You'll definitely have a hard time deciding where to take your OOTD pictures as there are so many beautiful and intricately designed fountains, pillars, pools, and walls everywhere! A photo here might very well be your next most 'liked' picture. ;)Address: Presint 1, 62000 Putrajaya.

Since V-Day is here, you should totally start planning your next OOTD photoshoot with your Valentine, especially since you already have a list of places to go to ;)

Here's the best thing about taking an OOTD shot (or shots) this Valentine's Day: you stand a chance to win FashionValet's OOTD challenge, which is part of their #ipunyayoupunya campaign. :D

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All you have to do is:Take a photo with your partner in matching outfits (or similar styles/colours). Also, it doesn't just have to be with your significant other. You can also snap a photo with your BFF or sibling too.Upload the picture onto Instagram. Make sure your account is public so that FashionValet will be able to view your photo.Tag #ipunyayoupunya and @fashionvaletcom in your caption and you're good to go!

This contest is running from now until 24 February 2019, so chop chop and start snapping those pics for a chance to walk away with a trip for two to New Zealand!

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Ini Hukuman Yang Pihak Keluarga Mangsa Mahukan Terhadap Suspek Yang 'Membakar' Anak Mereka

Kisah kematian 23 pelajar tahfiz dan dua orang warden dalam satu kebakaran minggu lalu benar-benar memberi kesan terhadap rakyat Malaysia, lebih-lebih lagi buat keluarga si mangsa

Berikutan kes tersebut, Ketua Polis Kuala Lumpur, Datuk Amar Singh Ishar Singh berkata, 7 suspek lelaki berusia 11 hingga 18 tahun ditahan di sekitar ibu negara dua hari lalu.Beliau berkata, tangkapan itu dilakukan hasil pengecaman wajah seorang remaja melalui rakaman kamera litar tertutup (CCTV) Persatuan Pengguna Islam Malaysia (PPIM), di sebelah sekolah tahfiz dan 6 suspek itu didapati positif dadah jenis ganja.Mereka dipercayai khayal ketika memulakan kebakaran itu, manakala 2 daripadanya mempunyai rekod jenayah lampau dan motif kejadian dipercayai berpunca daripada perselisihan faham (akibat) ejek-mengejek di antara suspek dengan segelintir penghuni asrama tahfiz ini yang bermula beberapa hari sebelum kejadian.

CCTV Persatuan Pengguna Islam Malaysia (PPIM), di sebelah sekolah tahfiz.
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Pembongkaran mengenai suspek betul-betul mengejutkan orang ramai dan pelbagai pendapat telah dikeluarkan orang ramai akan hukuman yang patut diberikan terhadap mereka. Tetapi apa pula kata keluarga si mangsa?
Di bawah adalah senarai hukuman yang dituntut keluarga si mangsa:

1. "Mereka perlu dihukum mati!"

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"Sekiranya tujuh suspek memang bersalah, mereka harus dihukum mati."Itu adalah kata-kata Ermayani Normatias, 38, yang menyatakan kesedihannya terhadap nasib anaknya, Indrakurniawan Mohd Amirul, yang berjuang untuk hidupn di unit rawatan rapi di Hospital Kuala Lumpur (ICU).Indrakurniawan, 11, adalah antara yang terselamat dari kebakaran di sekolah Tahfiz Darul Quran Ittifaqiyah. Pada ketika ini, dia mengalami luka terbakar 20 peratus dari leher ke punggungnya. Dia juga mengalami luka terbakar di tangannya dan kakinya patah selepas melompat dari tingkat tiga sekolah."Saya terkejut mendapati mereka hanyalah remaja, tetapi mampu melakukan perbuatan yang begitu dahsyat. Mereka seperti ekstremis dan pengganas."Tidak masuk akal bahawa mereka mempunyai mentaliti seperti itu pada usia muda. Saya mendapat tahu bahawa terdapat dua suspek telah mempunyai rekod jenayah lampau tetapi mereka telah dibebaskan dan tidak lagi melakukan jenayah lagi. Tidak ada jaminan mereka akan berubah menjadi lebih baik," katanya.

2. "Biar mereka meringkuk dalam penjara..."

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Manakala menurut Noorazlina Bakry, 36, ibu kepada Muhammad Fahmie Abdullah, 11, dia sehingga kini tidak dapat memaafkan suspek-suspek tersebut.Penemuan baru mengenai kes tersebut benar-benar mengejutkan beliau sekeluarga dan menyebabkan mereka tidak dapat mengawal kesedihan. "Saya tidak akan memaafkan perbuatan mereka. Saya tidak mahu berjumpa apatah lagi memandang muka mereka."Saya mengharapkan keadilan ditegakkan, biar mereka meringkuk dalam penjara. Sanggup mereka buat begitu terhadap pelajar tahfiz pula tu," katanya.

3. " Hukuman penjara seumur hidup dan keluar nanti mereka mempelajari al-Quran..."

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Menurut Norazizan Abd Razak, 46, bapa kepada Allahyarham Taufik Hidayat, 16, tak perlu ada kecaman untuk ibu bapa sebab beliau percaya tiada ibu bapa yang suruh anak mereka melakukan semua perkara tersebut."Kalau benar ia berlaku ketika mereka di bawah pengaruh ganja, saya tak rasa hukuman mati boleh memperbaiki keadaan."Mungkin dikenakan hukuman penjara seumur hidup dan keluar nanti mereka mempelajari al-Quran dan insaf. Itu bagi saya. Tidak tahu kelurga lain macam mana," katanya.Katanya, Muhammad Taufik pernah menyuarakan hasrat untuk berpindah ke sekolah lain hujung bulan lalu, selepas lima tahun menuntut di pusat berkenaan."Dia beritahu saya nak keluar dan cari tempat lain. Bukan apa, katanya ingin cari perubahan kerana dia dah agak lama di pusat ini."Saya tiada masalah dan beritahu dia lebih baik tunggu dan habiskan sehingga hujung tahun ini tetapi apakan daya, ajal menjemputnya terlebih dahulu," katanya.

4. "Serahkan segalanya kepada pihak berkuasa..."

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Berlainan pula buat Emmy Farizah Abd Aziz, 37, ibu kepada dua pelajar tahfiz yang terkorban itu iaitu Azkar Abiedi F Zaska, 11, dan Azkar Dariemi, 8, serta anak saudaranya, Muhammad Afiq Haqimie Hairulizwan, 11, beliau redha dengan apa yang berlaku walaupun firasatnya sebelum ini kuat mengatakan ada unsur khianat.“SAYA maafkan mereka, walau apa pun reaksi dan apa saya fikir ia tetap tidak dapat mengembalikan dua anak dan seorang anak saudara yang sudah pergi mengadap Ilahi."Dengan penangkapan tujuh remaja berkenaan, segala-galanya sudah terjawab dan misteri dua tong gas yang berada di tingkat atas juga merungkai semua persoalan orang ramai.“Salah seorang suspek berkenaan jiran adik saya, Nor Azlin Abd Aziz dan setakat hari ini kami belum menerima apa-apa kunjungan lagi daripada keluarga mereka,” katanya.Beliau sekeluarga menyerahkan kepada pihak berkuasa dan mahkamah untuk memutuskan hukuman setimpal yang patut dikenakan terhadap mereka.

Sumber: Harian Metro, NST.

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A 20-Year-Old Woman Lost Her Sight For A Couple Of Hours After Getting Fake Eyelashes

This is a cautionary tale for people looking to get fake eyelashes!

Meet Megan Rixson, a 20-year-old student at the University of Bedfordshire, UK.

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Megan recently got her lashes done at a local salon in Luton, Bedfordshire.A hugely popular trend among women, Megan's attempt at getting the eyelash extensions, however, went horribly wrong. She ended up with her face swollen and red.According to a video Megan posted to warn others, she felt her eyes "burning" and were streaming with tears, but the staff insisted that it was a "normal" reaction.

Megan after her eyelash extensions procedure.
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In a video posted on her Twitter profile, Megan reveals how the beautician at the salon used nail glue instead of eyelash glue

The nail glue caused the 20-year-old student to lose her "sight for two hours"."Girls be very, very careful where you get your eyelashes done!"I got my individuals done today somewhere new and it turns out they used nail glue on my lashes. I genuinely lost my sight for two hours. Thankfully the swelling has gone down, but they're still very sore. Be careful," Megan says in the 21-second long video.

Girls be very very careful where you get your eyelashes done!!I got my individuals done today somewhere new and it turns out they used nail glue on my lashes. I genuinely lost my sight for 2 hours. Thankfully the swelling has gone down, but there still very sore. Be careful pic.twitter.com/NmsFr9QSbk— Megan Rixson (@MeganRixson) October 19, 2018

The beautician had not done a patch test and she also did not apply tape on Megan's bottom lid to protect her eye from the glue

Warning others, Megan was quoted by Daily Mail as saying that her "first bit of advice would be to make sure you always carry out a glue test."And second of all ask the beautician what glue they use, ask to see it and definitely read up on it online, no pretty long eyelashes are worth your eyesight."

Megan video prompted other women to share their experiences:

girl i had something similar happen to me. i accidentally contaminated my contacts with acne cream and my eyes were swollen shut and tearing a lot. i went to the doctor and they told me i burned off most of my corneas. i am ok now, with no sight loss.  i really hope you are ok— emily annette (@sifuerasrosa) October 24, 2018

Once I got mine done and the glue burned my eyes and the side of my skin. The lashes didn’t even last a week!!!! It’s so scary to have something happen with your eyes!—  ₳ L E XS  (@AlexisLovesMe) October 24, 2018

Good. Be careful of any lash glue. I built up an allergy to the normal eyelash glue and my eyes went puffy and sore. Now I have to use the sensitive glue. I can’t believe they used nail glue! That is disgusting xx— Linda (@LindaEmm) October 23, 2018

Back in August, a beauty salon in Phuket, Thailand, had decided to use super glue on a woman's fake eyelashes:

                Thai Beautician Rescues Woman After Her Fake Eyelashes Were Stuck On With Super Glue

The woman's eyes became swollen and were too painful to open.

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[VIDEO] Pemuda Suruh Eja Jenama Peti Ais, Tapi Budak Ini Pula 'Twist' Jawapannya

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Anak-anak yang sedang membesar memang banyak memerlukan masa bersama untuk belajar benda baru

Pada tahap ini, mereka akan bertanyakan macam-macam soalan kepada kita. Malah, sedikit demi sedikit dapat menambah ilmu buat mereka.Namun, lain pula dengan video di TikTok ini apabila seorang lelaki meminta seorang budak lelaki mengeja jenama peti ais bertukar menjadi lain.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @kh.ye   original sound  - khyerun

Dah pandai eja, tapi lain yang disebut

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang lelaki sedang bersama dengan seorang budak lelaki di dalam sebuah rumah.Dia kemudian menyuruh budak itu mengeja jenama peti ais tersebut sambil menunjuknya. Tetapi, apa yang lebih mencuri perhatian adalah sebaik saja selesai mengeja, dia menyuruh agar budak itu menyebutkannya tetapi budak itu malah menyebut "peti ais" dan bukan Panasonic.

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"Hahaha comelnya awak dik. Betul! confidence is everything" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut merasa terhibur melihat gelagat budak itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 424.7K views, 38.9K likes dan 570 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Pandai ya dik, last-last peti ais juga yang disebut :P

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[QUIZ] Which Malaysian Lagu Jiwang Is The Soundtrack Of Your Life?

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[UPDATED] Ubuntu Developer Preview will be made public this February 21

Ubuntu Developer Preview arrives this Feb 21

These are the two Android phones that will get the early Developer Preview on this February 21
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Attendees of MWC can have their phones flashed to Ubuntu by Canonical team members at the Ubuntu stand where Ubuntu will be shown on a range of devices.

        canonical.com

The Ubuntu Touch Developer Preview will be made public on February 21st alongside the open source code and all the tools necessary to flash those two devices.

        engadget.com

Canonical stresses that this is a developer preview and not finalized code, so you probably won't be running this as your daily driver just yet.

        androidcentral.com

Ubuntu OS smartphones to hit stores in October

Shuttleworth also mentioned that the mobile OS would make its official debut in two major markets this fall.

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Shuttleworth also mentioned that the mobile OS would make its official debut in two major markets this fall.

        techcrunch.com

It's not yet clear which smartphones will run Ubuntu's OS, but app developers will be able to work with the OS on Samsung's Galaxy Nexus.

        cnet.com

Mozilla unveils preview of new smartphones

Mozilla secara rasminya mengumumkan 2 model telefon pintar yang dibina berasaskan sistem pengoperasian Firefox OS yang dikenali sebagai Keon & Peak.

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The announcement marked a major step forward for the new Firefox OS mobile operating system which is being built using open Web standards, like its Firefox Web browser.

        themalaysianinsider.com

The Mozilla Foundation yesterday unveiled two preview smartphones as it invited developers to try its new open-source mobile operating system challenging Apple’s iOS and Google's Android.

        themalaysianinsider.com

Do we really need another OS smartphone?

It remains probable the average customer dealing with a major wireless provider is going to end up with one of the two, and will more than likely be unaware of the availability of other options.

        upi.com

Their impact will be small but important initially, as the smartphone community seeks alternatives to the frontrunner mobile operating systems, Apple's iOS and Android, analysts said.

        computerworld.com

Why would you? Android and iOS fight for worldwide domination, with no signs of slowing down.

        wired.com

New OSes expected in 2013

Firefox OS phones will be low on built-in memory at about 256 megabytes of RAM, and many will include a microSD slot so users can pop in their own memory card to store music, photos, and videos.

        technologyreview.com

Ubuntu Phone, like the Ubuntu operating system for desktop computers, will be freely available open-source software. It will be built around the kernel Google created for its Android mobile software.

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Kek Milo Viral Ini Digilai Ramai Kerana Guna 2 Bahan Sahaja. Versi "Derhaka" Pun Ada!

Jika dulu resipi Rambutan Asam Boi dan Cendawan Enoki Goreng menjadi kegilaan ramai, kini ada ciptaan baru yang mula menambat hati netizen seluruh Malaysia iaitu Kek Milo Viral!

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Kek Milo yang mula-mula dikongsikan di Facebook group popular Masak Apa Hari Ni (MAHN) ini berjaya menarik perhatian dengan resipinya yang menggunakan 2 bahan sahaja

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Peminat-peminat kek Milo ini berpendapat bahawa rupanya yang tidak seberapa jangan dijadikan penghalang untuk membuat kek viral ini. Cuba dulu, baru tahu!

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Bak kata pepatah orang putih, ‘Don’t judge a book by its cover’.

Berminat untuk cuba? Ini resipinya:

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Bahan-bahan:- 6 sudu Milo - 2 biji telur Cara-cara: 1. Gaul Milo dan telur hingga sebati. 2. Bakar pada suhu 140°C untuk 15 - 20 minit. Sumber resipi: Nora Aiya (MAHN)

Versi ini pula mengandungi sedikit susu pekat untuk menambahkan lagi rasa lemak manis kek ini:

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Bahan-bahan: - 2 cawan Milo - 4 biji telur - 2 sudu besar susu pekat Langkah-langkah: 1. Gaul kesemua bahan dengan mixer. 2. Bakar pada suhu 180°C selama 45 minit. Sumber resipi: Sara Vee (MAHN)

Nak convert jadi mug cake pun boleh!

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Bahan-bahan:6 sudu besar Milo 1 biji telur Sedikit susu segar (jika mahu) Langkah-langkah: 1. Gaul kesemua bahan dalam cawan microwave-safe. 2. Microwave selama 3 minit. Sumber resipi: Jolynn Martin

Resipi versatil ini mudah untuk diolah mengikut citarasa masing-masing hingga timbulnya pelbagai macam "resipi derhaka"

Resipi-resipi ini dikatakan "menderhakai" resipi asal dengan tertambahnya macam-macam bahan lain :P Antaranya termasuklah versi Oreo ini:

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Bahan-bahan: - 1 kg Milo - 250g mentega- 1 tin susu- 10 biji telur- Oreo (inti buang)Langkah-langkah:1. Pukul butter dan susu.2. Masukkan telur satu per satu. 3. Masukkan Milo dan gaul rata. 4. Tuang adunan ke dalam loyang dan susunkan lapisan biskut Oreo. Klik sini untuk rujukan.5. Bakar pada suhu 140°C selama 45 minit.Sumber resipi: Aedafieyza Hossen

Yang tambah Horlicks pun ada!

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Bahan-bahan: - 5 paket Milo 3 dalam 1- 3 sudu Horlicks - 3 biji telur - 1 penutup esen vanilla Langkah-langkah: 1. Gaul kesemua bahan. 2. Bakar pada suhu 180°C untuk 15 minit hingga kembang. 3. Turunkan suhu ke 150°C dan bakar lagi 20 minit. Sumber resipi: Natashah Rohna John

Selamat mencuba!

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Youths Who Claim Their RM150 eBelia On ShopeePay Can Get RM500 Extra Vouchers Guaranteed

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Calling all youths and eligible students!
The government is rolling out their eBelia programme, and you can claim your RM150 e-wallet credit from 1 June onwards, yayy :DD

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The RM300 million eBelia programme is one of the initiatives announced under Budget 2021, and is open to Malaysians aged 18 to 20 years old, or full-time students enrolled in courses equivalent to diploma or SKM4 and above at registered institutions of higher learning.Through this initiative, the government hopes to relieve the financial burden of around two million Malaysian youths, while promoting cashless spending.You can claim your eBelia credit on your e-wallet of choice from 1 June to 22 July, while the credit can be spent until 31 July.

As one of the official e-wallet partners for this programme, Shopee is offering up to RM500 vouchers guaranteed in additional rewards when you claim with ShopeePay now!

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Shopee has been encouraging a cashless lifestyle with their ShopeePay e-wallet, and hopes to continue doing so by partnering with the Ministry of Finance for the eBelia programme.Besides allowing eligible youths to claim RM150 e-wallet credit on ShopeePay, Shopee is making things even more exciting by providing additional rewards up to RM500 vouchers guaranteed in the form of free shipping vouchers, coins cashback vouchers, brand vouchers, and more!

To claim your eBelia credit, you'll first need to verify your identity with ShopeePay

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STEP 1: Open the Shopee app, select "ShopeePay Setting", and choose "IC Verification"STEP 2: Fill your details, then attach a photo of your IC and a selfie of you with your ICSTEP 3: Once verified, you can claim your RM150 credit and Shopee vouchers (the IC verification process may take up to 24 hours)

Check out all the amazing additional rewards you'll get from Shopee once your claim is successful:

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On top of that, Shopee is having their 6.6 Awesome Sale, which is happening from now until 6 June

You'll get to enjoy free shipping with a minimum spend of RM6, as well as daily deals up to 66% off for all kinds of items. The best part is that you can enjoy all these promotions using your RM150 eBelia credit and additional RM500 vouchers during the ongoing Shopee 6.6 Awesome Sale.What's more, you can use ShopeePay to shop at offline stores like pharmacies, restaurants, and convenience stores. Or, if you prefer shopping from the comfort of your own home, you can buy electronics, household items, skincare products, and more via selected online ShopeePay partners.

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With all these amazing deals, claiming your eBelia credit with Shopee will be really worth your while!

Do note that your eBelia credit and Shopee vouchers can only be used until 31 July.

Head over to Shopee to claim your RM150 eBelia credit and the extra RM500 rewards guaranteed today, and don't forget to shop 'till you drop with their 6.6 Awesome Sale!

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Plus, Shopee is giving an additional special voucher for SAYS readers!

Use code: [ SAYS15 ] to enjoy RM15 off your purchase, with RM0 minimum spend. Yes, RM0!Valid for new Shopee users only, from now till 22 July with Shopee App checkoutsTerms and conditions apply

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14 Parks In Klang Valley To Visit If You Need Some Fresh Air

Note: Opening hours may differ during this time. So please check before heading to these places.

It's good to get outdoors for some fresh air every now and then

Being around nature can be therapeutic, provided we continue to practise physical distancing and standard operating procedures (SOPs) during this time.

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If you've been cooped up for too long, here are 14 green lungs to check out in the Klang Valley:

1. KL Forest Eco Park (Taman Eko Rimba), KL

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Formerly known as Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, the KL Forest Eco Park serves as a natural green lung for KL city dwellers. There are several walking trails between 300m and 500m in length, a playground, a campsite, and one of the more popular photo-taking spots, the canopy walk.The admission fee is RM10 (MyKad holders) and RM40 (non-MyKad holders). Tickets for children six to 12 years old are RM1 and are free for those below six.You can find out more here.Operating hours: 7am to 6pm (Daily)Address:Bukit Nanas, Jalan Puncak, Off Jalan P Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur.

2. The Central Park, Desa ParkCity, Kepong

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Popular among residents and non-residents, The Central Park at Desa ParkCity is the perfect place to exercise, have a picnic, cycle, and even do your groceries nearby. It's a dog-friendly park too – so you'll be sure to get some much-needed animal therapy!Admission is free.Operating hours:6am to 11pm (Daily)Address:C-3-1 Plaza Arkadia, 3, Persiaran Residen, Desa Parkcity, 52200 Kuala Lumpur.

3. Titiwangsa Lake Park (Taman Tasik Titiwangsa), KL

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The lake at Titiwangsa Lake Park was originally dug up for tin mining activities. However, it's now been transformed into a popular park for families.It's also a great spot for a picnic with the city skyline as your backdrop. Bicycles and skates are usually available for rent along with pedal boats on the lake. However, there might be certain restrictions during this time.Admission is free.Operating hours:7am to 7pm (Daily)Address:Taman Tasik Titiwangsa, 53200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

4. Putrajaya Botanical Garden, Putrajaya

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A key landmark that stands out at the Putrajaya Botanical Garden is the Moroccan Pavilion, a structure inspired by Moroccan architecture.The garden is divided into five sections: Explorer's Trail, Palm Hill, Sun Gardens, Floral Gardens, and Lakeside. Based on reviews, most people visit the park for the view, to jog, and to cycle. Bicycles are available for rent.Admission into the garden is free. However, if you want to check out the Visitor Centre, there is an entrance fee of RM3 per person.Operating hours:9am to 7pm (Daily)Address:Lebuh Perdana Barat, Presint 1, 62000 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya.

5. Ampang Hilir Lake Garden, Ampang

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If you're looking for a break from the city, Ampang Hilir Lake Garden is a great public park for families.There are several playgrounds at the garden for children to explore. Plus, you're allowed to ride bicycles or scooters too. You can even enjoy a beautiful view of the KL city skyline!Operating hours:6am to 8pm (Daily)Address:115, Jalan Ampang Hilir, Desa Pahlawan, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

6. Perdana Botanical Garden, KL

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Pack a picnic basket or grab your jogging shoes and head to Perdana Botanical Garden, formerly known as Lake Gardens KL. It is one of the larger parks in the city centre.Within the vicinity, you can visit the Orchid Garden and Hibiscus Garden.Admission into the Perdana Botanical Garden is free, though there is a RM1 charge per person for the Orchid and Hisbiscus Gardens on weekends.Operating hours:7am to 8pm (Daily)Address:Jalan Kebun Bunga, Tasik Perdana, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

7. National Botanical Garden, Shah Alam

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The National Botanical Garden at Shah Alam features a variety of different activities, such as flying fox, abseiling, and riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).Although some activities may be put on hold for the time being, you can still enjoy walking and cycling here.The entrance fee is RM3 each for adults and RM1 for kids.Operating hours:9am to 5pm (Tuesdays to Sundays)Address:Taman Botani Negara, Seksyen 8, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor.

8. Bukit Kiara Park, TTDI

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No matter your age, Bukit Kiara Park is a popular spot for outdoor activities. Monkeys, monitor lizards, and snakes here are pretty common residents too. There are plenty of tortoises swimming around in the pond and there's a small stream for little ones to play in.If you're into hiking or mountain biking, the park has multiple rugged trails of different difficulty levels to explore.Admission is free.Operating hours:6am to 9pm (Daily)Address:Jalan Abang Haji Openg, TTDI Hills, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

9. Kepong Metropolitan Park, Kepong

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A popular kite-flying spot, Kepong Metropolitan Park also features a large scenic pond, a children's playground, and walking or cycling tracks.In the evenings, you'll find people flying kites of various sizes here, some are as big as 30ft!Operating hours:6am to 8pm (Daily)Address:Jalan Lingkaran Tengah 2, Kepong Metropolitan Lake-garden, 52100 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

10. Setia Alam Central Park, Shah Alam

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Underrated when compared to the other parks, Setia Alam Central Park is still a good place for jogging or spending time with family. There's a playground for kids and a basketball court. Several reviews say that the park is spacious, making it a good place for picnics and other activities.Admission is free.Operating hours:24 hours (Daily)Address:Persiaran Setia Indah, Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor.

11. Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), Kepong

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The 'Forest Skywalk' will open on 31 August, with an entrance fee of RM15 per adult (MyKad holders) and RM40 (non-MyKad holders).
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Without needing to travel too far from the city, FRIM is a lush forest reserve that is the perfect place for nature lovers. Whether you want to hike, cycle, or just take a stroll, there is an array of trails and activities to try out.The park has a canopy walkway. Admission costs RM5 per person (Malaysians) and RM10 for foreigners. With the ongoing pandemic, the area may be temporarily closed.However, they've recently launched a 'Forest Skywalk', which will be open to public from 31 August onwards.The entrance fee into FRIM is RM1 per person (MyKad holders) and RM5 (non-MyKad holders).Operating hours:6am to 7pm (Monday to Friday)6am to 7pm (Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays)Address:Forest Research Institute Malaysia,52109 Kepong,Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

12. KLCC Park, KL

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KLCC Park is a go-to spot for those looking for some fresh air within the city itself. The greenery is designed to surround the Petronas Twin Towers. So if you're done with nature, you can just pop into Suria KLCC for some shopping. :pIt has a children's playground, a wading pool, and a jogging track, with plenty of benches around the park for you to chill at.Admission is free.Operating hours:7am to 10pm (Daily)Address:Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur.

13. Taman Tasik Permaisuri Cheras, Cheras

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Taman Tasik Permaisuri Cheras is an ideal place for jogging or just taking a casual evening stroll. The trees that surround the serene lake provide ample amounts of shade throughout the park for you to have a picnic or to just enjoy the scenery.Admission is free.Operating hours:24 hours (Daily)Address:Jalan Tasik Permaisuri 2Bandar Tun Razak, 56000 Kuala Lumpur.

14. Taman Tugu, KL

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Set in the heart of KL is Taman Tugu, a 66-acre urban forest park filled with multiple trails. One of SAYS' former interns got to explore it earlier in June and wrote about her experience here. It really is quite an underrated forest worth checking out! Admission is free.Operating hours:7am to 6.30pm (Daily)Address:Taman Tugu, Pesiaran Sultan Salahuddin, Kuala Lumpur, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

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NGO Reps Defile Bersih Chairperson's Effigy And Issue Threats At Anti-Bersih Gathering

Gabungan NGO-NGO Malaysia gathered in front of a shopping complex in Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman yesterday (20 August) to call for police action in stopping the upcoming Bersih rally

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The assembly today was attended by 15 non-governmental organisations such as the Malay Army Veterans Association, Ex-Army Traders Association and the Mind and Social Care Organisation.

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According to chairperson Jamal Md. Yunos, previous Bersih rallies have caused conflict in the country and affect the country's image in foreign tourists' eyes

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"I am calling on police to take stern action against its organisers, especially its chairperson, Maria Chin Abdullah. I am calling on police to arrest and charge those involved as previous assemblies brought a host of problems," he said when speaking at the assembly in front of Sogo shopping centre in Kuala Lumpur today.

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Jamal also threatened to gather 30,000 people to protest against the Bersih 4 rally on 29 August,

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"They will face 30,000 people against the rally if they continue with it," said the coalition's leader Jamal Mohd Yunos."We will also not hesitate to gather 6,000 to 7,000 people to open up stalls in front of Maria's house."

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He also demanded that Bersih organisers reveal details of their funding, claiming that protesters are being paid to participate in rallies

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"As such, I am calling on police to investigate how Bersih obtain their funds," he said, adding that the assembly had affected the operation of business in the area.

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He, however, declined to reveal the individuals involved, citing "safety concerns".

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The group, who claims to be supporters of PM Najib Razak, then defiled a cardboard cutout of Bersih chairperson Maria Chin Abdullah by pouring red syrup over it before stomping on the cutout and dumping it in the trash

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Meanwhile, a pro-BN group plans to hold a concurrent rally on 29 and 30 August to counter Bersih 4.0

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Himpunan Solidariti Untuk Mu Malaysia (Solidarity gathering for you Malaysia) aims to gather about 10,000 people at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC), a few kilometres from Dataran Merdeka.Chairman Zulkarnain Mahdar said they will have a ceramah by an anti-violence activist, apart from marching on the streets with banners and posters depicting #KamiSayangMalaysia. They also hope to pass a memorandum to the Prime Minister’s representative on the pledge to the King and country.

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PM Najib: Your Future Is In Good Hands

"Your future is in good hands. No need to look left, no need to look right, no need to swallow the promises what more the hatred spread around by other parties."

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak assured Malaysians that they can be optimistic about the future of the country, as it is in the hands of a government that is perfectly capable of performing well and delivering the goods, as reported by Bernama yesterday, 15 November. When speaking at the opening of Expo Negaraku last night, the prime minister stressed that his promises of a bright future for Malaysians were not empty talk, but merely based on reality, especially since the government has proved itself by developing various facilities and infrastructure in Malaysia.

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Najib also took the opportunity to mention that Malaysia is a highly respected country, with top world leaders like American President Donald J. Trump and China's President Xi Jinping holding it in high regard

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He said that the respect from these world leaders is proof that Malaysia is a country that should not be looked down upon and is on the right track to becoming a progressive nation with a bright future that will be a blessing for many people. "Hold fast to the existing government, we will take you to a better future, Malaysia's name will shine on the international stage. "World leaders respect us. China's president, US president respect us, the leaders of the other countries the same," said Najib, adding that it is only a few leaders in Malaysia that put him down.

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Commenting on the expo, Najib said that it is a great way for the people to see what the government has in store for the country and its people, in terms of infrastructure

The 2017 Negaraku Expo at Dataran Merdeka.
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"That is why I told Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Dahlan that I wanted this expo to be way different from the ones we held before. I wanted an expo using state-of-the-art technology, sophisticated," explained Najib. Expo Negaraku is an exhibition for locals and tourists to learn more about the current state of infrastructure in Malaysia and get a glimpse of what the government has planned for the future. The exhibition is open to members of the public until 15 December. It is free of charge and will be open from 10am until 10pm daily.

What do you think about Najib's promise of a bright future for Malaysia? Let us know in the comment section below.


Ketiak Anda Hitam? Anda Mungkin Dijangkiti Penyakit Berbahaya. Awas!

Pernahkah anda terfikir bahawa di sebalik kondisi ketiak hitam, terdapat petanda bahawa individu itu sebenarnya mungkin menghidapi penyakit-penyakit yang berbahaya

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Kebiasaannya, bahagian bawah lengan atau ketiak akan mempunyai warna yang sama dengan kulit.Akan tetapi, terdapat satu kondisi yang akan menyebabkannya berubah warna menjadi gelap dan kondisi itu dinamakan Acanthosis Nigricans (AN). Ia merupakan kondisi kulit yang boleh menyebabkan perubahan pigmentasi dan ia boleh terjadi kepada sesiapa sahaja.Menurut pakar, AN merupakan kondisi yang disebabkan oleh genetik.

Namun begitu, AN juga merupakan indikator awal bahawa individu yang mengalaminya menghidapi beberapa jenis penyakit berbahaya seperti:

ObesitiIndividu yang mempunyai berat badan berlebihan atau obesiti lebih mudah terdedah kepada kesan insulin. Kandungan insulin yang tinggi dalam darah akan menyebabkan pertambahan dalam penghasilan sel pigmentasi kulit lalu mengakibatkan kulit menjadi gelap.

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DiabetesIndividu yang mempunyai obesiti selalunya turut menghidapi diabetes terutamanya diabetes jenis 2. Anda yang menghidapi kedua-dua kondisi ini harus berhati-hati kerana ia akan meningkatkan risiko kondisi AN.

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Sindrom hormonTerdapat beberapa kondisi yang mampu mengubah paras insulin lalu mengakibatkan AN. Kondisi tersebut termasuklah:Sindrom ovari polisistikSindrom CushingSindrom AcromegalySindrom Hypothyroidsm

KanserTerdapat beberapa kes yang membuktikan bahawa perubahan warna kulit pada ketiak merupakan petanda awal kanser. Jika ini berlaku, selalunya kanser tersebut akan menyerang perut, hati atau kolon.Pertumbuhan tumor pada kawasan ini merupakan punca pigmentasi kulit berubah warna. Selain ketiak dan bahagian badan yang lain, perubahan warna kulit ini juga boleh dilihat pada sekitar mulut anda. Kondisi ini dinamakan sebagai malignant acanthosis nigricans.

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Selain daripada penyakit-penyakit berbahaya di atas, ketiak hitam juga mungkin merupakan kesan daripada pengambilan ubat-ubatan seperti:

InsulinHormon pertumbuhanPil perancangCorticosteroids, seperti prednisone (Rayos)Niacin (Niacor) yang berdos tinggi

Apakah yang perlu anda lakukan?

Pertama sekali, anda perlu berjumpa dengan doktor untuk mendapatkan diagnosis dan rawatan jika benar anda menghidapi penyakit-penyakit seperti yang dinyatakan. Jika tidak dan ketiak hitam anda hanyalah disebabkan faktor kebersihan, pilih produk kesihatan yang sesuai dengan kulit anda.

Irene punya ketiak memang putih guys.
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Jika masih musykil, dapatkan bantuan pakar kulit untuk membantu anda mengatasi masalah ketiak hitam ini. Pada masa yang sama, anda sewajarnya menjalani gaya hidup yang sihat agar kesihatan, kebersihan, dan kecantikan anda sentiasa pada tahap yang baik.

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foodpanda Aunty Who Lost Her Job During MCO Gets Much Needed Help From Ustaz Ebit Lew

A photo of an elderly woman in foodpanda uniform sitting alone in a restaurant while looking at her phone was widely circulated late last month

Sharing the picture on 27 November, Facebook user Tiffany Chang said the woman was waiting for the restaurant in Sunway to prepare an order for delivery.Not much else was known about the delivery driver, but people who saw the photo commended the woman for working hard and being resourceful despite her age.

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The photo eventually captured the attention of celebrity Ustaz Ebit Lew

The motivational speaker and preacher shared on his Facebook page that he had reached out to the elderly lady, who he found out is named Christine Ti from Kuala Lumpur.Lew wrote that he had a chat with Ti to find out more about her story."After meeting aunty at the bus stop, we immediately started talking. This aunty is so friendly, I couldn't help but feel close to her and I cried listening to all her life stories," he said.

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He was amazed by Ti's strength and resilience, especially when hearing that she lost her job during the early days of the Movement Control Order (MCO)

Ti used to work as a writer for an English magazine, but after she was let go, she decided to work as a foodpanda delivery driver.She also told him that she lives with her sister, and their mother recently passed away.

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Well known for his charitable deeds, Lew then offered Ti financial aid and paid for the service of the 25-year-old car that she drives for work

Lew helped by sending her Perodua Kancil for maintenance service and also changed all four of its tires."I also gave her some spending money and later I'm going to see her house as I heard that it is leaking and damaged," Lew wrote in the post.He said he wishes the best for Ti, who told him that she is happy and contented with her current job because her colleagues have been kind to her and there was no workplace politics.

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Gara-Gara Hutang, Lelaki Ini Ditetak Rakan Menggunakan Parang Jenis Barong Hingga Maut

Kejadian ngeri yang berlaku di Lahad Datu itu telah menyebabkan kematian seorang lelaki berusia 30 tahun

Menurut laporan Berita Harian, kejadian itu berlaku di dalam kereta jam 1.25 tengah hari kelmarin bertempat di Simpang Taman Warisan 4, Jalan Tengah Nipah, Lahad Datu.Mangsa yang dikenali sebagai Fazrin Ibrahim ditetak lehernya sehingga hampir putus lalu meninggal di tempat kejadian.

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Turut cedera, adik ipar mangsa yang berusia 11 tahun dengan beberapa jarinya cedera akibat ditetak suspek terbabit

Difahamkan, selepas serangan itu, suspek dikatakan melarikan diri dari lokasi kejadian, manakala adik iparnya Hardisyam Saparuddin, berada di sisi mangsa sambil menangis dalam keadaan berlumuran darah.Orang ramai yang berada di lokasi turut bersimpati dan menenangkan kanak-kanak terbabit.Ketua Polis Daerah, Asisten Komisioner Hamzah Ahmad, berkata kanak-kanak yang cedera kini dalam rawatan kecemasan di Hospital Lahad Datu.

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Ketua Polis Daerah, Asisten Komisioner Hamzah Ahmad, berkata suspek dikenali sebagai 'Kajan' telah  menetak mangsa menggunakan parang jenis barong

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Menurut Hamzah, "Ketika kejadian suspek berada di dalam kereta di bahagian tempat duduk belakang lalu menyerang mangsa dari belakang menggunakan parang jenis barong."Akibat kejadian itu, leher mangsa hampir putus manakala adik ipar mangsa turut cedera luka di jarinya," katanya ketika dihubungi, kelmarin. Menurutnya lagi, mayat mangsa yang maut di bawa ke Hospital Lahad Datu untuk bedah siasat dan pemburuan suspek diteruskan dengan menggunakan unit anjing pengesan (K9).Siasatan masih diteruskan dan kes disiasat mengikut Seksyen 302 Kanun Keseksaan kerana membunuh mengikut laporan Berita Harian.


[PHOTOS] A Dead 60-Tonne Blue Whale Washed Up On Shore

Royal Ontario Museum Will Remove 2 Whale Carcasses That Washed Up Recently

The carcass of a 60-ton blue whale washed up on the shores of Trout River, Newfoundland, last week, a town of around 600 people.
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Scientists from the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto will remove up to two of the three blue-whale carcasses that have recently washed up on the shore of Newfoundland's west coast, and use the mammals to further scientific research.

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It would also take a second, less-famous, but still burdensome blue-whale body that came ashore just up the coast, in the town of Rocky Harbour. The museum wants the skeletons, and plans to send a team of ten people to retrieve them.

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Last month, at least nine blue whales were caught in the ice off the southwest coast of Newfoundland and died.

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The residents of Newfoundland island previously had fears of a dead sea whale exploding after it washed up on a beach

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The town of Trout River is trying to dispose of a blue whale that washed up on a beach after nine of the endangered animals were found dead in the ice off the province's west coast several weeks ago, CBC News reported.

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It is a nightmare, the whale, a decaying mass of blubber, baleen and flesh measuring about 25 metres from tip to tail and weighing approximately 80 tonnes

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Imagine 30 or so dead elephants appearing on your doorstep, unannounced, and you can imagine what the people in Trout River, a picturesque tourist town in Gros Morne National Park, are thinking. Which, in a word, is: How the hell are we going to get rid of this potentially explosive blue whale before the summer high season begins?

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Town Clerk, Emily Butler says the body is bloated with methane gas caused by decomposition and will soon reek, regardless of whether it explodes

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“We don’t know what to do,” says Emily Butler, the town manager. “The whale is there on our beach. It has been there since Friday. We are heading into tourist season. I’ve contacted the Coast Guard, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Environment Canada — and all these departments keep saying that the whale is on municipal property, and so it is the responsibility of the town.”

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Butler is worried that the carcass could blow up as it has slowly grown bigger. In the meantime, it is emitting a nasty odour and has become an attraction for onlookers who want to witness the rare sight for themselves.

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The dead beast is full of diseases, including a strain of dermatitis that causes skin on human hands to crack, break and itch and requires medication to remedy

It is a fine mess. The dead whale, in its present location, smack in town, practically on the doorstep of Trout River’s Fishermen’s Museum and with the world-famous Seaside Restaurant nearby, is turning what was initially a local curiosity into a full-blown crisis.

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The whale appears to have bloated beyond twice its normal size. The town, a tourist destination inside Gros Morne National Park on the Canadian island's west coast, has seen a new type of visitor since the whale carcass came ashore.

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Meanwhile, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) has warned of health hazards posed by the decomposing whale

A dead blue whale that is slowly rotting on the beach of the western Newfoundland community of Trout River has the community scrambling to find a way to get rid of it before it explodes. The whale's 25-metre carcass washed into Trout River just over a week ago, and has since been pushed up against the beach
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Besides the various bacteria and viruses a dead whale can carry, some of which are airborne, Lawson, a research scientist with DFO's marine mammals section, expressed concerns about images of people walking up on the bloated throats of the blue whales. He said the decomposition gases causing the swelling could soften the connective tissues of the carcass and someone walking on it could fall into the corpse.

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Given the size of the whales and the fluids and other hazards that would be inside, Lawson said someone could suffer a rather nasty demise if they fell inside a large, decomposing whale. “I have had the experience of falling up to my waist into a rotten pilot whale before and it’s not very nice,” he said.

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The options to getting rid of the carcass includes burying the body in a deep trench nearby or hauling it away to a more remote location

The rotting corpse of a blue whale that washed ashore at Trout River, NL. Local residents are concerned that the bloated carcass, with gas building inside, while explode.
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A dead blue whale washed up on a pristine beach in P.E.I. decades ago. Locals there dug a huge hole to dispose of it, which is one method that might work in Trout River. Other potential solutions include towing it to somewhere more remote, beaching it above the tide line and letting nature take its course.

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Or else cutting it into smaller pieces, taking tissue samples for research purposes — and hoping for the best. Time, however, is running out. The tourists are coming. Soon. And a bloated whale will only stay bloated for so long before it potentially pops.

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7 Couples Share The Pettiest Thing They've Ever Fought About

"Marriage is a piece of cake" - said no one, ever

Any married person will tell you that sharing your life with someone else is a commitment that requires constant patience, understanding, and compromise.Sometimes this isn't easy and it doesn't take much to get frustrated at your partner.

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Really... Not much... At all.

Even the smallest things can lead to huge arguments, so we asked seven married couples to share with us their pettiest fight:

1. "Photo buruk" - Amir and Adibah

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Amir: My wife and I were in Japan for our honeymoon. I had just taken a photo of her that I thought was really nice, and she thought was nice too. Then, it was her turn to take a photo of me.Even though it was at the exact same spot, the photo was ugly! She kept saying, "Your photos need to be more hipster. You're a video editor but your photos are meh".After being frustrated at how the photos kept turning out, I said, "Buruk lah (It's ugly)" and signalled to start walking.She didn't speak to me for an hour after that. We just walked around Japan in silence.

2. "Don't I look like David Beckham?" - Alicia and Timothy

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Alicia: We were WhatsApping and he randomly sent me a photo of David Beckham. He said, "Don't I look like him?" I just replied "Hahaha" and my husband didn't talk to me for the whole day.I even asked him, "What's this really about? Is this about something deeper? Or do you really think you look like David Beckham?"Spoiler: It really was just about Beckham.

3. "Isn't she so beautiful?" - Ahmad and Sara

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Ahmad: My wife and I work together. We were at the office and another colleague walked past. My wife turned to me and said, "Isn't she so beautiful?" I replied, "Nah, not my type."She said, "What?! She's stunning! There's no way you don't see that. You don't have to lie to me. I want us to be open and honest with each other."She was genuinely mad at me because she couldn't believe that I didn't find a random woman attractive.

4. "Broken McDonald's ice cream machine" - Nina and Hafiz

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Nina: I was really craving for McDonald's coffee-flavoured ice cream, so my husband and I went to the McD drive-thru near the house after work. We queued for like 15 minutes and once we reached the counter, they said that the ice cream machine was broken!I mengamuk in the car, threatened to burn that McD branch to the ground, and then I didn't talk to him for a day and a half. I was really mad at him, for some reason.

5. "Your turn to get the water" - Isabelle and Joel

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Isabelle: We usually have a cup of water in the bedroom. Thing is, we will kira (keep count) whose turn it is to take the water.Sometimes, there's a debate on who has to do it next. And we really would rather not drink all day instead of take water when it's the other person's turn.Also, the Coway machine is just five steps away from the room.

6. "Waste of bus money" - Colin and Valerie

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Colin: We were really excited to be going on our anniversary trip to celebrate one whole year of marriage. I was in charge of buying the bus tickets to the airport.When we got to the bus station, I realised that I had booked tickets for 4am instead of 4pm. No biggie, I immediately bought new tickets and we were able to make it in time.But she was still mad at me for a while! She said she couldn't believe that I had "wasted that kind of money".I was like, "...The tickets were RM26! FOR BOTH!"

7. "Shampoo on sale" - Liyana and Hafizul

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Liyana: One day, early on in our marriage, I came home with a bag from Guardian which had a few shampoo and conditioner bottles. It was on sale! I was excited.My husband asked why I went shopping and started a full on argument with me about my "spending habits". I went to Guardian, not Chanel! I said "Eh, the shampoo is also for your head!"Felt like strangling him then. Now when he makes noise, I just block it out.

Before getting yourself into a lifelong commitment, here are a few things you may want to discuss with your partner first:

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This Woman Married a 600-Year-Old Bridge Because He is Sensual

PHOTO: Jodi Rose says she is 'completely devoted' to her husband, the bridge, who 'keeps her grounded'

Tertarik dengan getaran yang ada pada sebuah jambatan, seorang seniman Australia membuat keputusan aneh apabila menjadikan binaan itu sebagai pasangan hidupnya.

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Set in stone: Jodi Rose and her new husband Le Pont du Diable Bridge were joined in stony matrimony in front of 14 witnesses
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If you like getting free stuff, extra cash every month and being the first to introduce something new, this is the place for you.

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READ: Australian woman marries a bridge in France

Jodi Rose, an Australian artist who travels the world recording the vibrations of bridge cables for her “Singing Bridges” music project, knew it was true love the first time she laid eyes on Le Pont du Diable, a 600-year-old bridge in Southern France.

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Ms Rose, or Mrs Le Pont du Diable, has spent the past decade travelling the world recording the vibrations in bridge cables with contact microphones and using them to create experimental music.

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With 14 guests in attendance, including the mayor of neighbouring town Saint-Jean-de-Fos, the bride and her bridge made their vows. She wore an ivory wedding gown whilst the bridge sported traditional 600 year lime stone bricks.

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After visiting dozens of bridges all over the world for her Singing Bridges musical project, she decided this was 'The One'. Although her new husband may struggle to express his feelings, newlywed Jodi said ‘his being is very present, and I feel at peace in his strong embrace.’

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PHOTO: The wedding took place in front of 14 guests and was blessed by the mayor of neighbouring town

Joyous occasion: Jodi and her new husband celebrate their wedding with their guests in south France
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What Jodi says about her husband, the bridge

‘He understands that I love other bridges – and men – ours is a love that embraces the vagaries of life, as materialised in the swirling currents of the river that flows beneath his magnificent body,’ Rose wrote on her website.

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"[He] is everything I could desire in a husband - sturdy, trustworthy, sensual, kind and handsome," Rose wrote. "There is longevity in the arch of his back, he has stood for 600 years and he will stand for 600 more."

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“While I respect those whose romantic and sexual feelings are oriented towards objects, mine is a symbolic affair, a pagan / animist view of the spiritual vibration in everything,” she wrote.

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Their union is not legally recognised in France, but Rose claims their marriage is as strong as any other. ‘This is not a decision I undertake lightly, just as our curves complement, we truly bring joy to each other, and the strength of his pylons will always carry me home.’

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In Brief: about the bridge Le Pont du Diable, which translates to “The Devil’s Bridge”

Le Pont du Diable, which translates to “The Devil’s Bridge” in French, was first erected in the 12th century and has stood firm in Céret over the river Tech ever since.

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It is one of many bridges in France referred to by that name, and one of several “Pont du Diables” in Hérault alone. Guess it’s like the bridge equivalent of being named Guillaume in France: Weird sounding, but surprisingly common.

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Top 6 Ways To Get To KLIA/KLIA2 And How Much It Costs Compared To The ERL

The price hike of Express Rail Link (ERL) tickets to KLIA and KLIA2 were not received well on social media after the announcement on 1 December. RM55 for a one-way trip sounds steep, what with the recent increase of toll rates by up to 140% in the Klang Valley.

Here are some of the new fare rates as found on the KLIA Ekspres website:

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Other than the ERL, here's a list of the most convenient ways of getting to the airport, ranging from the cheapest to most expensive:

Prices below are based on solo traveling. Cab rides would be more economical if you're traveling with one or two more people, of course.

1. Take the bus

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Express CoachWhere: KLIA to KL Sentral and vice versaFare: For one-way trips, adult tickets are priced at RM10 and children are at RM6. For a return trip, adult tickets are priced at RM18 and children are at RM10Departure time: Every 30 minutesTravel time: 1 hourStar ShuttleWhere: From KL Sentral/Pudu Raya/Batu 3 or Jalan Ipoh, to and from KLIAFare: RM10 one-wayDeparture time: 4.15am to 10.30pm from Pudu Raya and 5.15am to 12am from KLIATravel time: 1 hour 15 minutesORDepart from hotel(s) at KL town centre to KLIAFare: RM20 from your hotel and RM18 from KLIATravel time: 1 hour 15 minutesSkybus

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Departure time: 3am to 12am from KL Sentral and 5am to 2.45am from KLIA2Travel time: 1 hour 15 minutesAerobusWhere: Petaling Jaya (Paradigm Mall), Klang (Premiere Hotel), and Kuala Lumpur (1 Utama)Fare: RM9 for transit to PJ and KL, RM12 to Klang Travel Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

2. Take the train

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Although the Express Rail Link (ERL) service is set to be RM20 more expensive at RM55 effective 1 January 2016, it is deemed the fastest and most reliable mode of transportation to the airport. It's extremely punctual too.

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Where: KL Sentral to KLIA and KLIA2  Fare: RM55 one way, RM90 for a return trip if booked onlineKLIA Ekspres is cutting a deal with MasterCard to reduce the hefty price to RM40, only RM5 more than the previous RM35 rate.How to get cheaper tickets: 1. Discounts up to 20% are available when using certain credit cards  2. Get 10% off when you buy tickets online through the mobile app and from ERL’s kiosks 3. Use your Touch ‘n Go card to save 10% during the promotion period 4. Save RM10 by purchasing return tickets between KL Sentral and the airportIf you use the train daily: 1. A new 44-trip Monthly TravelCard will be offered2. TravelCard users will enjoy discounts of 17% – 83%, with an average discount of 45% Senior citizens and disabled persons receive discounts of 30% on one-way fares on the KLIA Transit.

3. Park your car 2.8km away from KLIA and take a free shuttle to the airport

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Park at Sama-Sama HotelFee: RM45 a day if you park in the basement, RM30 a day for valet parking.Travel time: 2 minutes

4. Book a taxi

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If you're lugging a bit of luggage with you to the airport, book a taxi in advance through a range of service providers like MyTeksi for affordable rates.Fare: RM70-RM80 for a budget taxi and RM150 for a executive taxi (rough estimate)Travel time: Roughly 50 minutes depending on traffic

5. Hitch a ride with Uber

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Uber is usually preferred over taxis for its ease of use via its application.Fare: RM90 flat rate for UberX Travel time: Roughly 50 minutes depending on traffic

6. Book a car via GrabCar

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GrabCar is another great way to travel in comfort and have a sense of security via its Share My Ride function that allows one to track the passenger in real time.Fare: RM80-RM110 with Grabcar Economy Travel time: Roughly 50 minutes depending on traffic

This is not the only time Malaysians have voiced their dissatisfaction with the increase of prices for travels within Klang Valley:

                Malaysians Are Not Putting On Their "Tidak Apa" Attitude After Toll Rates Hike Up To 140%

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Looking for reliable transportation for short distances? There's a new service called 'Tumpang':

                'Tumpang' A Ride For Only RM5 With Malaysia's First Ride-Sharing Service

The service was made to solve the daily commute problems like going from your house to an LRT or bus station.

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This Malaysian Is The First Person Outside Japan To Collaborate With Nanoblock Founders!

This is Christopher Tan from Malaysia, and he is an internationally acclaimed nanoblock artist

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Chris started his hobby five years ago, and documented his experience on his Facebook page. Fast forward five years to the present, he quit his job as a software engineer and is pursuing a career in building and designing nanoblocks.Since his Facebook page launched in 2011, he now has 51,000 fans worldwide.

What even are nanoblocks?

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Think your old-school lego set, but way waaaay tinier. These building blocks can be as small as 4x4mm! Why make it so small? For one, more parts equates to more detail in shape and colour. It's also super cute and barely fits the size of your palm.This Japanese toy by Kawada Co Ltd. is surprisingly popular among adults and many love to use it as a decorative item. You would think that it is hard to assemble, but step-by-step instructions and the double-ridged backing system on the bricks allows for accuracy.Simple sculptures can be as small as a 50sen coin!

This petrol station is only 4cm x 4cm x 3.5cm
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So what's a person like Chris doing with a bunch of tiny bricks and cute sculptures when he had a well-paying job in the tech world?

Chris at the Hong Kong nanoblock exhibition
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While security is one thing to happiness, it takes a lot of guts to do something you really believe in, even if that is going into something so niche as nanoblock making.

“The fan base I have and the interest from corporate clients gave me the confidence to take the leap,” said Chris in an interview. “One definitely needs to have a lot of patience and persistence in order to attempt something like this.”

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It's not as easy as it looks, having to make a tiny sculpture out of tiny bricks takes a decent amount of patience, time and sanity

This deluxe size Wall-E took Chris 3 days to complete, 5 rebuilds for the head alone, and half a dozen different prototypes for the tracks and hands to meet his standard. Lets just say Chris is one heck of a perfectionist. But it all paid off!

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Imagine having to make a life-sized sculpture! Probably not suitable for people who can't sit still.

This is what it look like mid-building
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Working hard for one of his exhibitions
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This nanoblock expert has time and time again wowed the public with his artwork beyond the waters of Malaysia at his exibitions

Watch the video below for his latest exhibition in Hong Kong, featuring the layout of Rio De Jenario, which was the largest nanoblock creation. The 3mx3m sculpture took 5 days and 250,000 bricks!

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His Singapore debut was also another success, I mean, look at that BB8!

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But of course, he has made many appearances to entertain his audience in Malaysia

His latest showcase the 2015 AniManGaki, one of Malaysia's Largest Annual ACG (Anime, Comics and Games) Event was a hit.

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There have been a few pretty cool partnerships along the way, which led to the creation of iconic designs like these two here:

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Seriously, is there nothing he cannot build?!

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Replica of the Colt M1911
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His expertise had impressed the makers of nanoblock so much that they decided for the first time, to work with an independent artist outside of Japan

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Working closely with the nanoblock company Kawada, he released four cute Japanese food items namely - Sushi, Ramen, Sushi and Temaki.They are available now in Malaysia at Kinokuniya, Aeon, Toys R Us, Hamleys, Popular, Isetan and other stockists, and retail at RM39.90 each.

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“I think the path I took is similar to what other artists face, except that what I do is still not widely recognised as art. A lot of people out there look at building blocks and they immediately think of it as a toy for kids. I am working hard to change that perception,” says Chris

Following Chris' progress is easy, you'll be able to find him via one of his accounts:

Facebook, Youtube, Website, Instagram You can even buy his work at his online store!

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Survey Shows No Single Coalition Is Likely To Win A Simple Majority In #GE15

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Malaysia's opposing political blocs will need to form an alliance to stand a chance of governing after this month's general election, with none likely to win a simple majority, an opinion poll showed on Friday

There are 21 million Malaysians eligible to vote on 19 November, with opposition leaders Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, and former premier Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin competing to unseat a government led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri's Barisan Nasional (BN).The Merdeka Center's 19 to 28 October survey of 1,209 people showed 24% of voters preferred BN, while 26% favoured Anwar's main opposition bloc Pakatan Harapan (PH).Nearly a third — or 31% — were undecided or had no preference.About 13% supported Muhyiddin's opposition bloc, Perikatan Nasional (PN), while 2% favoured former premier Mahathir's newly-formed alliance, Gerakan Tanah Air (GTA- Pejuang).

Since the last election in 2018, Malaysia has had three prime ministers as parties governed with razor-thin and unstable majorities

BN lost for the first time in Malaysian history in 2018 following a multi-billion-dollar scandal at state investment fund 1MDB that plagued its ruling UMNO party, which prioritises the interests of the ethnic-Malay majority.BN is seeing lower-than-expected support among Malays and has not gained significant ground since 2018, Merdeka Center said. The poll showed the economy and inflation were the top concerns of respondents, ahead of political instability and corruption."It is possible to imagine that no single coalition will attain a large enough plurality to form a government with just one other party or coalition. Instead, there is a rising possibility that at least three or more parties or coalitions are needed to cooperate to form a government," Merdeka said.

A car is seen behind flags of BN ahead of the upcoming 15th General Election in Bera, Pahang.
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Malays constitute a majority of Malaysia's voters and are crucial in determining election results, but their vote is now split due to new Malay-centric parties such as those of Muhyiddin and Mahathir

In Malaysia, the party or coalition with a simple majority in parliament wins, even if it does not win the popular vote.The opposition coalition that took power in 2018 crumbled in just 22 months due to infighting, returning UMNO to the helm as part of another alliance. UMNO is now seeking to strengthen its hold on power.Ibrahim Suffian, Merdeka Center director, told Reuters there was no clear-cut group with an advantage because politics was too fragmented, with more new players."The big question that people have is how many parties does it need to put together a working government?" he said.

People listen to Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim's speech during a political gathering, a day before the nomination day.
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Looking For Good Running Shoes? These Comfy Ones Help Improve Your Stride And Speed

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This Spotlight is sponsored by ASICS.

Looking for the ideal pair of running shoes can be a daunting task, kan?

With so many options out there, it can be hard to know where to start. After all, the last thing you want while on a run is for your shoes to make your feet ache or give you sores and blisters, ugh.Whether you run on a treadmill or outdoors along a trail, it's important to get yourself a pair of kicks that'll not only keep your feet comfortable and provide good support for performance, but also fits your aesthetics design-wise.

Packed with advanced technology and a sleek design, the GT-2000 11 by ASICS is a high-performance running shoe that will have you looking and feeling like a pro

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Equipped with LITERUSS Technology, the GT-2000 11 packs a medial support feature that helps prevent the foot's excessive inward roll at mid- stance and sets the runner up for an efficient toe-off.Additionally, it also boasts FLYTEFOAM Propel Cushioning that's designed to create a soft yet supportive feel. The midsole is softer, more responsive, and has better durability than traditional midsole foams.You'll also be glad to know that the shoe provides good comfort and support without the need of traditional overlays through an engineered knit upper that is both lightweight and functional for keeping your feet cool.Sounds pretty awesome, right?

For those adventure-seekers who are into trail running, there's also the GT-2000 11 TR version from the NATURE BATHING collection that provides better stability and protection

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The energy-packed and upgraded GT-2000 11 TR shoes now feature FF BLAST foam technology that's both lightweight and durable. This cushioning material creates a soft underfoot feel while producing a more energised rebound at toe-off.This in combination with the smooth and steady LITETRUSS construction creates a dynamic duo that's designed to add positive energy to body and mind.The weight and stability, plus the new BLAST technology, makes the GT-2000 11 TR a versatile trainer that helps you achieve a smooth and effortless run.Stylish and comfortable, this shoe is packed with some impressive features that runners will confirm love!Propel forward with the refined midsole and outsole geometries. These reconstructed design features help to create a trampoline effect at toe-off, enhancing that 'bounce' in your steps to give you an energised stride.Nice anot? ;)

The NATURE BATHING Collection prides itself on performance and traction for both on- and off-road situations

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First introduced in the 2022 Autumn/Winter season, this collection is inspired by the Japanese phrase, 'shinrin- yoku', which translates to 'a visit to the forest for relaxation', something that is also widely known as forest bathing.This concept explores the spontaneous and powerful need for the uplifting and reigniting power of bathing in nature — and how even in small doses, that feeling sticks with us, renews us, re-centres us, and prepares us for whatever the day may bring.Similarly, the NATURE BATHING collection gives you the confidence to know you're all set to take on any kind of running experience — from road to trail, your adventure filled with positive energy awaits. With improved grip for both on- and off-road, you can rest assured that you'll be ready to take on any path.

Other shoes in the NATURE BATHING Collection include the Novablast 3 TR and Gel-Cumulus 24 TR

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Both the NOVABLAST 3 TR and GEL-CUMULUS 24 TR combine the bouncy FF BLAST PLUS foam technology with a trail-inspired ASICS LITE outsole rubber, making them a great option for energised on- and off-road runs.

All the models in the NATURE BATHING Collection are available in both men's and women's styles, as well as in a variety of colours

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Whether you prefer something in more neutral tones or something that's bright and colourful, the NATURE BATHING Collection has got something that suits your fancy.Here's a look at some of the colour options:

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Ready to get a pair for yourself or want more information? Check out ASICS' website to take a look at the full collection.
You can also take a look at ASICS' Facebook and Instagram  for all their latest updates.

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Have You Tried The New 100PLUS Drink Yet?

This Spotlight is sponsored by 100PLUS.

Having a cold bottle of 100PLUS after a busy day is the most satisfying feeling ever

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But it's more than just an isotonic drink. Its unique flavour and taste make it a popular drink among Malaysians, and we even have it with our meals!

To help Malaysians consume less sugar, 100PLUS released the NEW 100PLUS Reduced Sugar

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The 100PLUS Reduced Sugar has only 4g of sugar per 100ml, which has 33% less sugar than the 100PLUS Original. The new drink does not contain any artificial sweetener, and is said to be the lowest sugar carbonated isotonic drink.This way, you can continue to refresh and rehydrate with the popular isotonic drink after your daily activities.

100PLUS had recently reduced all their drinks' sugar content to less than 6g per 100ml

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The isotonic drink also announced earlier this year that all 100PLUS drinks - including Lemon Lime, Berry, and Orange - will only have below 6g of sugar per 100ml. They have also been awarded the Healthier Choice Logo by the Ministry of Health.

Great news for you 100PLUS fans!

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Grab a bottle of NEW 100PLUS Reduced Sugar from your nearest store now!

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26-Year-Old Indonesian Maid Slits Throat Of Her Own Newborn Baby

A 26-Year-Old Maid Has Been Arrested For Killing Her Newborn Baby With A Pair Of Scissors On 26 March 2014

KUALA LUMPUR: A 26-year-old Indonesian maid was arrested after she confessed to slaying her newborn baby with a pair of scissors.

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The Indonesian's Employers Brought Her To The Serdang Hospital At Midnight On 23 March 2014 After Complaints Of Severe Abdominal Pain

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Kajang OCPD Asst Comm Abdul Rashid Abdul Wahab said the woman was brought to the Serdang Hospital at around midnight on Sunday after she complained of severe pain in her abdomen.

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They Were Not Aware That She Had Just Given Birth In A Room In Their House Hours Ago

“Her employers, who were unaware that she had just given birth in a room in their house, brought her to the hospital to seek medical attention.

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The Maid Confessed To Flushing The New Born Down A Toilet After Doctors Inspected Her

“After close inspection by the doctors, the maid admitted to delivering a baby a few hours ago,” ACP Abdul Rashid said. He said that a police report was lodged after the maid told the doctors that she had flushed the newborn baby down a toilet in her employers’ house.

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However, Forensics Team Found The Baby's Body In A Room Together With A Pair Of Scissors

“However, the forensics team found no traces of the newborn in the toilet. The team eventually found the dead baby in a room along with a pair of scissors.

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The Man Who Fathered The Child, A Nepalese, Had Returned To His Country

ACP Abdul Rashid added that the child’s father, a Nepalese national, was unavailable to have his statement recorded as he had returned to his country.

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The Maid Had Worked For Her Employers In Taman Kajang Baru For Over Two Years

The maid’s employers declined to be interviewed when met at their Taman Kajang Baru residence where the woman had worked for over two years.

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There's A Fake Tabung Harapan Malaysia Fund Account Number That's Circulating Online

While Malaysians are going out of their way to donate money to Tabung Harapan Malaysia to help offset the country's RM1 trillion debt, there are those who are trying to fool members of the public

There are posters being circulated on social media platforms including WhatsApp of Tabung Harapan Malaysia fund bearing an account number that actually doesn't exist.The posters with the non-existent account number are identical to the official Tabung Harapan Malaysia poster published by the Finance Ministry on its Facebook page.

This is a poster that's circulating with the wrong account number:

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If you are donating money into the trust fund's account, please make sure to double check the account number and other details

Here's the genuine Tabung Harapan Malaysia account number:5660 1062 6452Meanwhile, the Maybank account number is listed under "Tabung Harapan M'sia" account name and accepts donations only in ringgit, reported The Star Online.

The Finance Ministry would lodge a police report

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng has said that the Ministry would lodge a police report against anyone who attempted to take advantage of the goodness of the public.

The fund, which is managed by the Finance Ministry, has received RM18.6 million in donations from the public as of 3pm Friday

The Finance Ministry has announced that the contribution is tax-deductible for individuals and companies, and there is no limit to the tax deduction.All money collected will be audited and will only be used to reduce the federal government's RM1 trillion debt, reported NST Online.

Meanwhile, earlier today, residents of Taman Yarl, OUG, organised a neighbourhood car wash and raised RM4,000 for the trust fund:

Neighbourhood car wash raises RM4,000 for Tabung HarapanA neighbourhood car wash run by the 80-odd houses in Taman Yarl, OUG, today raised RM4,000 for #TabungHarapanMalaysia, a fund aimed at alleviating national debt.

Full story on #TheMalaysianInsight: bit.ly/2JcK4pDPosted by The Malaysian Insight on Saturday, 2 June 2018


Family In Subang Warns About Fire Safety After Losing Everything They Own In 20 Minutes

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A family living in Subang Jaya lost their home in almost an instant after an air conditioning unit in the house sparked a fire

Last Thursday, 15 April, James (not his real name as he would like to remain anonymous) shared on his Instagram account that his parents' home in USJ 20 was burned down, along with most of their belongings."It burned everything I've ever owned, from all my guitars, my clothes, my laptop, phone, my television, and my bed," said the Subang resident."I walked out of the tragedy sadly with not even the clothes on my back as I was shirtless when the fire broke out."

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He shared with SAYS that the fire started in the middle of the day while everyone was at home, but thankfully no one was hurt

James said the fire started in the master bedroom, where an old air conditioner sparked a flame that readily consumed his parents' clothes and wardrobe that were below it.He was watching a movie with his girlfriend in his room while his parents were downstairs, and none of them realised the fire until it was too late.By the time the smell travelled into his bedroom and into the dining room where his father was working, they rushed up to find that part of the house was already engulfed in flames and the roof was about to collapse.James said he tried to put the fire out with a fire extinguisher but his efforts were in vain.

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The family quickly escaped downstairs, grabbing the dogs and running onto the street

Jame's girlfriend said the neighbours were screaming and calling for them to run, and helped to call the fire and rescue department because they were all too shaken."The firefighters arrived but the whole floor was already engulfed in flames. The roof collapsed, windows shattered, nothing much was retrieved," she said.James said his father filed a police report as they lost many important documents and life possessions, such as birth certificates, identity cards, credit cards, passports, academic certificates, and much more.

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The family is now staying in a house behind their home that was kindly provided to them by the head of the USJ 20 Rukun Tetangga

"We are so thankful for the roof over our heads. But things are still so hectic. We're trying our best to spend money wisely on the repairs and the workers who are helping us," James said."But the neighbours have been very nice, they donated things such as clothes and food to us too. The community support after the tragedy has been really, very overwhelming," he added gratefully.He shared his story hoping to remind Malaysians of the importance of having a fire escape plan and to improve fire safety in their own homes, such as installing smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.He also referenced how he used to live near a house in USJ 2 where a family of four perished in a fire because they were trapped upstairs."This incident has also definitely led me to wonder why we don't have fire escapes for our homes in Malaysia," he observed.James emphasised, "Please have a fire emergency plan for you and your family. You never think it'll happen to you, but it happened to me."

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If you ever witness a fire, you only have a small window of opportunity to take action:

                Here's What You Should Do If You Ever Witness A Fire In Malaysia

Always be prepared. You might just save a life.

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Olympic Gymnast Farah Ann Becomes The 1st Malaysian To Have A Barbie Modelled After Her

Editor's Note: This story has been updated with additional information from Mattel.

We all know how badass national athlete Farah Ann Hadi is

Not only is she the first Malaysian woman to qualify as an artistic gymnast for the Olympics in 20 years, but she was also not afraid of shutting down unfounded criticism against her athletic attire when she was just 21 years old.

Farah tweeted this after netizens criticised her for not "covering up" during her performance.
Image via @farahannhadi (Twitter)

In celebration of Farah's achievements as a professional athlete and national icon, Barbie has named her a "Shero" and created a one-of-kind Barbie doll for her

Barbie, a brand under American toy company Mattel, has been changing over the years by running campaigns that empower women, telling young girls that 'You Can Be Anything'.To encourage young girls to get into sports and become future athletes, Barbie collaborated with Farah to create this special Barbie.It is the first Barbie modelled after a Malaysian and it dons Farah's iconic silver-studded leotard in pink, gold, and white — the same attire she wore in the 29th SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur and 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast.

Image via Barbie (Provided to SAYS)

Image via Barbie (Provided to SAYS)

"I am very honoured to be recognised as a Barbie role model for young girls for sports," Farah said in a press release made available to SAYS

"I believe that all of us are capable of achieving our dreams and goals no matter what it may be. You just need to remember that self-belief is your greatest weapon in achieving anything."

Image via Barbie (Provided to SAYS)

Other than Farah, who is a seven-time SEA Games Gold and Commonwealth Silver Medalist, the company has also named these Malaysian athletes as Barbie Role Models:- Nicol Ann David - World squash champion and advocate for women in sports- Leong Mun Yee - Four-time Olympic Diver- Shahlin Zulkifli - Ten-pin bowler and former Asian number one- Anja Chong - Short-track speed skater and four-time SEA Games Gold MedalistHowever, Mattel told SAYS that neither the Barbie doll of Farah nor other Malaysian athletes mentioned above will be available for sale."They are created in likeness to the model as a tribute and acknowledgement of the recipient as a role model for girls globally," a representative from the company said.

Barbie also made a special video with Farah, featuring rare footage of her performing gymnastic stunts around the house as a child, harnessing her talent at a young age:

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In October last year, Farah successfully qualified to compete in the Tokyo Olympics:

                Farah Becomes The First Msian Artistic Gymnast To Qualify For The Olympics After 20 Years

Bring home the gold, Farah!

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"Why This Relentless Witch Hunt?" — Ex-PNB CEO Jalil Rasheed Questions Govt's Priorities

On Thursday, 16 July, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, in a reply to a question by Bangi Member of Parliament Dr Ong Kian Ming, explained Jalil Rasheed's resignation from Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB)

According to Muhyiddin, an official explanation from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) said that a person who holds a University of London (UoL) degree is not an LSE graduate.

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Jalil resigned from PNB as its president and group chief executive officer (CEO) last month amidst allegations of inconsistencies in his academic and employment background.The former PNB CEO, however, said that he resigned as he feared for the safety of his family.He alleged that he had been "harassed by abusive phone calls", his accounts were hacked, and images were doctored to "reflect the narrative of stories" that were being peddled."This level of harassment made me worry for my family's wellbeing. In the end, it was not worth the effort when my family was unfairly being dragged into this unfortunate situation," Jalil said."We made a big financial and family sacrifice to return to Kuala Lumpur from Singapore because I truly wanted to contribute to nation-building. Sadly, this has come to an abrupt end."

Jalil, who was the youngest CEO to helm the national fund management company in its over four decades of history, has now defended himself against what he called a "relentless witch hunt"

In the wake of his name coming up in the Dewan Rakyat, Jalil said that a lot has been said since then and questioned the "smear campaign to discredit" him especially when he has already resigned."Yes, I studied as an external student, that is a known fact to all my employers and friends," he said."Some proper checks would suggest why it's (awarded under) UoL/LSE due to the way the colleges are arranged under the university," Jalil said, adding "there are emails from the university confirming this but clearly some want to believe what they believe. Hope that clarifies.""We need to understand the root cause of why this is an issue in the first place. I graduated 17 years ago!"

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He asked the powers that be to "move forward" as he certainly has

"In every job, background checks were conducted by third-party firms and cross-checked with past employers. Never a problem, till this. My degree was submitted to every employer, so they know," Jalil said, adding that he left the fund management company because he "did not like where things were going".According to him, the situation has been unnecessary and as far as he is concerned he is relieved that he left."One must ask the question why this relentless witch hunt? Why this smear campaign to discredit? I was a professional who took my job seriously in wanting to bring professionalism to the firm," he said."Perhaps that focus should be the priority rather than harping on a CEO who has already resigned."

			If somebody did not like me in return, could have just told me (nobody did directly), and I would have resigned. Easy. As far as I'm concerned, good riddance.
        Jalil Rasheed

Meanwhile, the 14th Parliament sitting has already set multiple worrying precedents for the parliamentary procedure:

                6 Times MPs' Questions Were Ignored Or Dismissed In The 14th Parliament So Far

The current sitting also saw many firsts in the country's history, one of which is the appointment of the first femal...

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