Here's The Truth About The 7 Most Common Misconceptions Malaysians Have About Sex

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Through her role as a Sex Positive Advocate, 32-year-old Jasmine Rajah has made it her mission to educate Malaysians and change their mindsets about sex

Jasmine King, Sex Positive Advocate and Founder of Jasexplains
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Better known as Jasmine King, the Penampang native runs Jasexplains, a safe, sex positive, and educational platform that empowers individuals to make informed choices on their bodies, sexualities, and rights. She also runs a podcast, I Wish Someone Told Me, which features raw, unfiltered conversations with fellow Asians on their sexual journeys or work in sexual wellness.In addition, she both participates in and runs various ad-hoc educational programmes and events, as part of her journey to spread awareness on issues like sex, pleasure, gender identity, self worth, confidence, appreciation of all bodies, sexual experiences, values, and more.In a nutshell, her aim is to normalise and localise conversations about sex to the Malaysian experience.

As part of her work, Jasmine also answers the various questions Malaysians have about sexual health

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Her followers are mostly within the late 20s to early 40s age range. According to Jasmine, many of them have grown up exposed to fear-based or abstinence-based sex education, which has impacted them greatly, and sometimes not in the most positive way.One of the consequences of this is having all kinds of misconceptions about sex. And this is something that Jasmine actively tries to address.

Speaking to SAYS, Jasmine shared the top seven most common misconceptions Malaysians have about sex, based on the questions she usually receives from her followers.
Here's the truth behind those misconceptions:

Myth #1: You can't get pregnant if you're on your period

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"If you had sex without using any contraception during or after your period, the chances of getting pregnant is low but still possible. Pregnancy can happen anytime during your menstrual cycle, particularly during the times when you are at your most fertile. So, there is no specific 'safe' time of the month where you can have unprotected sex without the risk of pregnancy."You can also get pregnant during your first period or the first time you have sex."A menstrual cycle begins from the first day you had your period to the first day of your next period. During the cycle, you go through the ovulation phase which is when you are most fertile and most likely to get pregnant," said Jasmine.

Myth #2: When it comes to sexually transmitted diseases, you only have to worry about HIV/AIDS

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"There are a few other sexually transmitted infections and diseases to be aware of, HIV is just one of them. Some common infections include chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and syphilis. All of which are preventable and treatable with a week-long use of antibiotics."However, diseases such as HIV/AIDS and herpes for example, do not have a cure, but they do have medication to stop the virus from replicating and prevent further damage. Nonetheless, it's important to remember that when you're doing your STD testing and screening, ensure that you're not limiting yourself to HIV/AIDS testing only."But even with HIV/AIDS, it's not a death sentence anymore like 30+ years ago. Today, you have medications like PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) and PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) to control its spread."Also, your sexual diagnosis does not define your worth. Just because you have an STI or STD, it doesn't mean you're dirty or unworthy. You are still very important and very much loved. It's also important to note that HIV is not a disease that is specific to one particular community, anyone can get it regardless of gender. That's another stigma we need to break," Jasmine explained.

Myth #3: Women find pleasure in penetrative sex, and if they don't enjoy it or can't have an orgasm from it, there's something wrong with them

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"OMGYES, which is a website that does research and provides resources about women's pleasure, surveyed 1,055 US women between the ages of 18 and 94 on their pleasure patterns."Results showed that 36.6% of women said they required clitoral stimulation to orgasm, versus the 18.4% who said that vaginal penetration alone was enough to reach orgasm. Approximately two-thirds reported preferring direct clitoral stimulation, and 5% wanted their partner to avoid stimulating their clitoris completely."This survey showed that penetration alone may not necessarily be enough for women to reach orgasm. Contrary to what is shown in porn, women rarely get an orgasm from penetration alone. So, while they may find pleasure in penetrative sex, not having an orgasm from it does not mean there is something wrong with them."Also, not many women enjoy penetrative sex either, maybe because they feel discomfort or pain due to a variety of reasons such as trauma, vaginismus, vaginal dryness, endometriosis, pelvic floor dysfunction, and other reasons."If anyone faces any pain during sex, it's important to visit a doctor for a checkup. Penetrative sex isn't supposed to hurt," Jasmine shared.

Myth #4: You need to have a big penis and be able to last long in order to please your partner

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"That's not true, and based on the same OMGYES study mentioned earlier, it's pretty clear that penetration alone is not enough stimulation for pleasure and orgasms."There's a saying, 'Make penetration a side dish, not the main course'. This means that one can always try to explore things other than penetration and still have a fulfilling and pleasurable sexual experience. Best part is, you can even start it way before heading to the bedroom. Making the mind excited is just as important and powerful as getting the body excited!"As for lasting longer in bed, one study shows that it takes an average of five to seven minutes for people with penises to reach orgasm and ejaculate, sometimes even shorter. And on the flip side, lasting way too long may result in partners getting bored, numb or tired, which isn't a desired outcome either."At the end of the day, sex isn't dependent on penis size or how long you last — you can't change what you can't change, especially your size. Instead, you can channel that energy by learning about what turns both you and your partner on, listening to their needs, and exploring what that means together."So, perfect your skill, know your body, and have fun. This will help you build that confidence in the bedroom. If you're genuinely concerned about potentially suffering from premature ejaculation, seeing a doctor and getting a proper diagnosis will help," Jasmine detailed.

Myth #5: You don't need a partner if you have sex toys

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"While toys are great, they aren't our competition, they're an assistant. When you or your partner gets tired, you know the toys can help you have an orgasm or make you feel good."However, I don't think you can ever replace real human connection with a toy. Toys can't cuddle you or kiss you, nor can they give you that emotional support when you need it. So, it's not the same. Though, using toys can be drama-free, which is a bonus," Jasmine clarified.

Myth #6: Eating a lot of pineapple makes your semen taste sweeter

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"The phrase 'you are what you eat' is very true, but eating a lot of pineapples or blueberries in one sitting before sex isn't going to instantly make your semen taste sweeter."However, if you continuously eat sugary liquid or food, that may heighten the fructose and glucose content or the pH of the semen, thus cutting its bitter taste. This is also true for acidic fruits like kiwi or lemon," Jasmine said.

Myth #7: After marriage, you will automatically know how to have sex and will enjoy it

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"This is not necessarily true. Wanting to remain chaste until marriage is a value that many hold dear and stand by, however, to automatically assume you'd know how to have sex or enjoy it after marriage would be incorrect."Marriage doesn't automatically make the fear or insecurity go away, you need lots of practice and knowledge about what you and your partner like. It's a never-ending education and must be shared by both parties equally. One partner can't do all the heavy lifting alone!" Jasmine emphasised.

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“Salam Raya” - Gelagat Lelaki Ini Bersalaman Dengan Sarung Tangan Mencuit Hati Netizen

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Bersalam-salaman di pagi hari Raya Aidilfitri merupakan tradisi yang sering diamalkan dan dinantikan.

Tak lapuk dek hujan, tak lekang dek panas. Begitulah juga dengan tradisi salam Raya yang melengkapkan hari istimewa tersebut.Namun, lain pula terjadi dengan satu video yang tular di TikTok baru-baru ini apabila seorang lelaki bersalam-salaman dengan sarung tangan telah mencuri perhatian netizen.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

Lelaki ini mengikut tradisi, tetapi terlalu banyak tangan pula yang perlu disalam

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @abang_hesmes_ di TikTok, kelihatan seorang lelaki sedang bersalam-salaman dengan sarung tangan yang bergerak di mesin.Apa yang lebih mencuit hati adalah apabila terdapat pelbagai gaya salaman yang dilakukan oleh lelaki tersebut.

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“Salam, salam juga. Duit raya jangan lupa bagi” - Netizen

Ekoran tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 766.6K tontonan, 69.9K tanda suka dan 3K komen di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur dengan gelagat lelaki itu.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Mentang-mentang tahun ni boleh raya sakan, habis semua dia nak salam :p

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This Taiwanese Drink Just Made Its Debut In Malaysia And It's Already Sold Out

7-Eleven Malaysia made many people excited recently as it announced that a famous Taiwanese beverage is now available at its selected stores

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On Tuesday, 23 May, the much awaited 'Chun Cui He' (also known as 'Just Drink') bottled beverage produced by Taiwanese food company Bifido, finally made its debut in Malaysia.  Packaged in shampoo-like bottles, the drinks come in different flavours such as milk tea and latte. The drinks retail at RM9.50 each but 7-Eleven is offering a promotion for a limited time at RM8.95 each now.

The response has been overwhelming so far, as the famed beverage is apparently sold out everywhere

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It appears that many 7-Eleven outlets have run out of Chun Cui He drinks to sell, even though the drink only arrived in Malaysia two days ago.  In response to the hype, 7-Eleven has released a statement saying that they are aware of the high demand and are currently working to replenish stocks in their stores.

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But why the craze over a... bottled drink?

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Before Chun Cui He was available in Malaysia, it has already made its reputation as one of Asia's food craze in recent years for its special packaging as well as its "creamy and smooth" taste.  People who've been to Taiwan are probably aware that tourists actually buy these drinks to gift as souvenirs. When the drink was first launched in Singapore in July 2016, our neighbours down south were extremely excited and were instantly obsessed - just like what's happening right now in Malaysia. The drinks were sold out everywhere, to the point where 7-Eleven Singapore had to impose a limit of six bottles for every purchase in a single receipt to curb scalpers from taking advantage of the situation then.

A guy bragged about 'sweeping' all the Taiwanese milk tea from a 7-Eleven outlet in Tampines, Singapore in August last year.
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Leave it to Singaporeans to come up with the craziest ideas to stock up on their favourite drink when the demand was high. From creating Facebook groups to update each other on stock availability to camping at stores just to grab one off the shelves as soon as they are restocked, the Singaporeans have done it all. Taiwan News reported that the craze was also evident in Hong Kong when the drink was launched in November 2015.

If you're looking to get a bottle of Chun Cui He for yourself, you may want to keep an eye out on these participating outlets:

KUALA LUMPUR1165 - Jalan Bulan Low Yat, Kuala Lumpur 1232 - Menara UOA Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur1012 - Menara PGRM Cheras, Kuala Lumpur269 - Connaught Cheras KL813 - D-OG-O2, Block D, Plaza Mont' Kiara, No. 2 Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur237 - No. 14 (GF), Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 1, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur1567 - Lot No. D4-G3-07 (GF), Block D, Solaris Dutamas, No. 1, Jalan Dutamas, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur1710 - D2-G3-8, No. 1, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.488 - No 32 (GF) Jalan Sultan Ismail 55100 Kuala Lumpur1417 - No 19 (GF), Jalan Wan Kadir 2 (Jalan 2/71), Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur1934 - LG001-1B, Sungei Wang Plaza, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 55100 Kuala Lumpur1935 - LOT C39, Concourse Floor, Suria KLCC, 50080 Kuala Lumpur103 - No 49, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur2014 - G-02 (GF), Wisma Bukit Bintang, NO.28, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100, Kuala Lumpur36 - No. 77, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur231 - No. 103 (GF), Jalan Sultan, 50000 Kuala Lumpur 300 - Unit 179-D2, KL Plaza, Jalan Bukit Bintang 55100 Kuala Lumpur421 - No. 43 (GF), Changkat Thambi Dollah Off Jalan Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur521 - No. 52 (GF), Jalan Hang Kasturi, 50050 Kuala Lumpur1740 - No. 17 (GF), Jalan Alor, 50200 Kuala Lumpur2381 - Sidewalk Island Ansa Hotel, Kuala Lumpur1400 - Unit L3-11, 3rd Floor, Terminal Bersepadu Selatan, Bandar Tasek Selatan, 57100 Kuala Lumpur1118 - Unit M-4, Lower Ground Floor, Village Bangsar South, No 2 Jalan 1/112H, Off Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur838 - No. 12 (GF) Jalan Telawi 4, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur193 - No. 38 (GF) Jalan Telawi 5, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur1802 - Unit A3-G1-03, No. 1 Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur2248 - No. G-09 (S-G-08), The Scott Garden, Jalan Klang Lama, 58000 Kuala Lumpur1267 - No. 3,Ground Floor, F&N Point, Jalan Metro Pudu 1, Fraser Business Park, Off Jalan Yew, 55100 Kuala Lumpur1915 - Lot LG-06 & 06-A, Ground Floor, Viva Home Shopping Mall, No. 85, Jalan Loke Yew, 52200,Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur1482 - No. 173, Ground Floor, Jalan Aminuddin Baki, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000, Kuala Lumpur1429 - No. 1-1-6,Ground Floor,Kuchai Avenue,No. 39, Jalan Kuchai Maju 13, Off Jalan Kuchai Lama, Kuchai Entrepreneurs Park, 58200 Kuala Lumpur1640 - No. 18,Ground Floor, Jalan Tasik Utama 9, Medan Niaga Tasik Damai, Sungai Besi, 57000 Kuala LumpurSELANGOR198 - SS2, Petaling Jaya209 - Taipan Subang Jaya, Selangor 735 - The Curve, Petaling Jaya, Selangor751 - Damansara Uptown, Selangor849 - Sea Park Maybank, Petaling Jaya0877 - SS15 Subang Square, Selangor2398 - Setia City Mall, Selangor1061 - IOI Mall Puchong, Selangor1070 - Bdr Puteri1/4 Puchong, Selangor1187 - Bdr Puteri 5/1 Puchong, Selangor1675 - No. 22A (GF), Jalan Puteri 1/2, Bandar Puteri, 47100 Puchong, Selangor1100 - No. 58 (GF), Jalan PJS 11/28A, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor1992 - LOT L3-5, Level 3, Gateway @ KLIA 2, Terminal KLIA 2, KL International Airport, Jalan KLIA 2//1, 64000 KLIA, Sepang, Selangor339 - No. 3 (GF), Jalan Snooker 13/28, Tadisma Business Park, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor1725 - No. B-05 (GF), Garden Shoppe One City, Jalan USJ 25/1A, 47650 Subang Jaya, Selangor1679 - No. E-G-06, Oasis Damansara, Jalan PJU 1A/7A, Ara Damansara, 47301 PJ, Selangor1562 - Lot No. B-8-G(GF), Blok B Setia Walk Galleria, Jalan Bandar 2, Pusat Bandar Puchong, 47160 Puchong, Selangor1931 - G-05-G, Block G Setiawalk, Persiaran Wawasan, Pusat Bandar Puchong, 47160 Puchong, Selangor1108 - Jaya One, Petaling Jaya1138 - Damansara Utama 2, Selangor1171 - Dataran Ara Damansara, Petaling Jaya1184 - Tropicana City Mall, Petaling Jaya1218 - SS15/4E Subang Jaya, Selangor1239 - [email protected] Damansara, Selangor1372 - Jln SS 2/61 Petaling Jaya1378 - Kelana Centre Point, Petaling Jaya1878 - Uptown Damansara, SelangorJOHOR1046 - Austin Heights Johor Bahru, Johor2025 - Mount Austin 3 Johor Bahru, Johor155 - K2/103A & K2/104, De'Stulang, Kompleks Perdagangan Stulang Laut, Jalan Sultan Ibrahim, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor154 - No. 46, Jalan Permas 10, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, 81750 Masai, JohorPENANG252 - Tanjung, Penang471 - No 215 (GF) Jalan Penang 10000 Georgetown, Pulau Pinang264 - No. 320 (GF) & 1st Floor, Lebuh Chulia 10200 Pulau Pinang165 - No 90 Jalan Penang 10000 Pulau Pinang2355 - No.101 (GF), Lebuh Chulia, 10200 Georgetown, Penang1458 - No. 186 (GF), Persiaran Gurney, George Town, PenangThe information above was found on 7-Eleven Malaysia's Facebook page.

Be nice and don't hoard every bottle for yourself only, okay? :D


[VIDEO] Kucing Ini Buat Part Time Jadi 'Babysitter' Tolong Buaikan Anak Orang. Comelnya!

Sejak kebelakangan ini, banyak video kucing yang viral di laman sosial. Telatah haiwan ini yang tak pernah membosankan selalu menjadi bahan hiburan ramai orang.

Begitu juga dengan video tular ini yang telah dikongsi oleh seorang pengguna laman sosial Twitter. Dalam video itu, kelihatan seekor kucing putih sedang mendodoi bayi di dalam buaian.Menurut pengguna itu, kucing putih tersebut bukan haiwan peliharaan si tuan rumah. Dia adalah kucing jalanan yang tiba-tiba masuk ke dalam rumah orang itu dan kebetulan ketika video itu dirakam dia berada di tempat buaian.Lihat video penuh di bawah:

Apparently this kitteh is not their pet. It's a stray cat that came into the house and started to help babysitting by instinct pic.twitter.com/yNq1zY584O— Toon Seri Anthraxxxx (@anthraxxxx) November 1, 2020

Ramai terhibur apabila melihat kucing putih itu nampak bersungguh-sungguh mendodoikan bayi dalam buaian

Dari sebelah kaki, jadi dua belah kaki. Video berdurasi 1 minit 54 saat itu telah mendapat hampir 100,000 tontonan dan lebih 6,500 tanda suka di Twitter ketika artikel ini ditulis.Siapa je yang tidak terhibur bila melihat telatah si kucing comel itu, sebab gayanya memang seolah-olah sedang buaikan bayi dengan reaksi mukanya yang serius.Namun, ramai yang berkata sebenarnya kuku kucing itu tersangkut pada kain buaian. Buaian itu adalah buaian automatik dan jika dilihat semula video tersebut akan nampak dia sedang cuba untuk menarik kukunya yang tersangkut.

"Dah bosan sangat stay at home la tu" - Warganet

Susulan tularnya video itu dan hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen, rata-rata warganet berkata kucing putih itu comel dan ada juga yang kesian kerana setelah hampir 2 minit menjalankan tugas sebagai 'babysitter', barulah dia dapat melepaskan kukunya dari buaian.Elok pula selepas tuan rumah menyuruh dia berhenti buai, dia pun berhenti dan terus berlari ke arah pintu rumah.Antara komen menarik daripada warganet di Twitter:

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Alahai kucing, tak sah kalau tak comel! :D

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Woman Breaks Into Stranger's House Because She Wanted To Charge Her Phone

A woman recently broke into a stranger's home in Thailand not to steal anything but to use a plug point

At 11.30am on Tuesday, 11 September, a resident noticed a woman climbing out of a neighbour's window, running to another house, and climbing over the locked fence.

Though nothing was stolen, it is unclear as to why she had a bag of tools with her.
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Wanting to confront her, the neighbour walked over to the house and found the woman casually charging her phone

When asked what she was doing, she simply replied that she was "hiding from the sun".According to Coconuts Bangkok, the perpetrator then quickly ran away, climbed back over the fence, and sped off on a motorbike.

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For obvious reasons, her actions led to an angry house owner writing down the whole incident in a Facebook post

"What gives you the right to break into people's houses according to your liking AND use our electricity?" he wrote in the post that went viral.Since then, the woman contacted the owner, Kanon, to apologise and followed him to the police station to make a report.

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The perpetrator claimed that she did not think before acting and had not meant to intrude into his home

Not entirely convinced that she is completely innocent, Kanon decided to leave the Facebook post up as a warning for others but decided to not file any charges against her.SAYS reached out to Kanon for a comment but has yet to receive any response.

Meanwhile, here are others who also managed to get away with their "crimes":

                This Bakery Owner In China Wants To Give Free Cake To The Thief Who Broke Into Her Store

Security footage showed him returning the cakes on the display counter when he realised that they were not real.

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                Viral Video Shows Crows Nibbling On Chicken Hanging Near The Rooftop Of Melaka Restaurant

Ew.

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Two Of Malaysia's Top Judges Are Stepping Down

Malaysia's two most senior judges, Chief Justice Raus Sharif and Court of Appeal President Zulkefli Ahmad Makinudin, will be stepping down from their posts on 31 July

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According to a statement issued by the chief registrar's office of the federal court, both men tendered their resignations in a letter to the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong on 7 June."His Majesty the King had given his assent to their resignation on 8 June," the statement read, according to Channel NewsAsia.

Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak's decision to appoint the two men last year was met with controversy as many argued that their appointments were "unconstitutional"

Chief Justice Md Raus Sharif (left) with former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
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Malaysia's legal fraternity argued that since both Raus and Zulkefli had exceeded the mandatory retirement age of 66 years and six months, neither could take on the posts given to them by the former prime minister.The judges were subject to a legal challenge by the Malaysian Bar and AAS in a suit filed last October, the decision of which has since been deferred by the Federal Court.

Several lawyers are celebrating the news of the judges' resignations, which they claim signals a return to a "free and fair judiciary"

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"This is truly wonderful news for Malaysia," Lawyers for Liberty executive director Eric Paulsen told The Malaysian Insight. "Of course Raus' and Zulkefli's unconstitutional reappointments have only exacerbated public confidence in the judiciary, and their resignation can only bode well for the country," he said, adding that, "Judges must be appointed and promoted based on seniority and merit, not on irrelevant considerations or political connections."

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Malaysian Bar human rights committee co-chairman Andrew Khoo, who also welcomed the development, said that, "The Malaysian Bar had on several occasions called upon the chief justice and the president of the court of appeal to do the honourable thing and to step down and I am glad that they have finally heeded the call of the Malaysian Bar."Khoo stressed the importance of a decision from the Federal Court on the 2017 challenge against both judges. "It is a crucial litmus test for the independence of the judiciary in the new Malaysia," he said.

The judges' resignations come one week Tommy Thomas reported for duty as the newly-appointed A-G:

                With A Promise To Do The Right Thing, Newly Appointed A-G Tommy Thomas Reports For Work

He said that as a "guardian of the public interest", he will discharge his duty honestly.

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'YB Kucing' Makes Grand Entrance At Istana Negara & Charms Police With Its Cuteness

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While everyone's eyes were on Istana Negara yesterday, 17 August, a certain 'floof' decided to steal the spotlight

Twitter user @mamuvies tweeted a video by Astro Awani, showing police officers guarding the entrance of Istana Negara, as the heads of major political parties headed there for a scheduled audience with the King.Well, that was until a little guest showed up.

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Making its grand entrance was none other than YB kucing...

Head of the cat community and a thief of hearts.

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Journallist Norman Goh shared a photo of the adorable cat strutting in, unfazed by it all.

In the video, the kitty is seen greeting the officers and squeezing in some pats

While it hangs around them, one of the policemen obliges to the cat's need for attention.

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At one point, the cat even walks in between his legs and pauses until it receives a few gentle pats from the officer.

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Look at that manja 'fes'

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His tweet has since been retweeted over 11,000 times, with over 22,200 likes. You can check it out below:

pic.twitter.com/6Bd2P3qLKi—  Nicol Covid  (@mamuvies) August 17, 2021

It's a cat's world. We're all just living in it:

                Subang Stray Cat Gets Its Own Tiny 'Kampung' Home And I'm Losing It

It even has an address and windows.

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                Rapid KL Holds Press Con But Kitty Steals The Spotlight

Boss.

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                Manja Cat Steals Husband From Wife And Has No Shame

More possessive than your ex.

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[VIDEO] Jalan Bukan Main Ayu, Pelajar Sekolah Ini Lupa Kain Sekolah Tak Buka Jahitan Lagi

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Seperti umum tahu, sesi persekolahan secara bersemuka kini sudah pun dibenarkan buat pelajar dan guru

Tentu bermacam ragam dan perangai kita dapat lihat berlaku di media sosial yang dikongsikan bukan. Tambahan lagi buat murid darjah 1. Malah, pelajar tingkatan juga tidak kurang ragamnya. Iyalah selepas hampir 2 tahun tidak belajar bersemuka.Sama seperti video yang tular di TikTok ini apabila seorang pelajar perempuan dirakam oleh ahli keluarganya ketika sedang berjalan telah menarik perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @awbytoo firstday sekolah dah buat malu #fyp  bunyi asal - Mhd Aizzat - AizzatFromYT

Lupa kain tak tetas jahitan lagi, terpaksa jalan berkepit

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang gadis dirakam oleh ahli keluarganya sebaik saja dia pulang daripada sekolah.Namun, apa yang lebih mencuri tumpuan adalah cara jalannya dilihat begitu berbeza. Rupa-rupanya difahamkan, belahan jahitan kain sekolahnya itu tidak dibuka lagi membuatkan dia terpaksa berjalan berkepit.Situasi itu membuatkan ahli keluarganya tergelak melihat cara berjalannya yang kelakar itu.

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"Kalau nampak perempuan jalan ayu tu boleh agak dah" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut berkongsikan pengalaman sama mereka berdepan situasi itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 1.7M views, 135.7K likes dan 1,484 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Mesti ramai yang pernah lalui juga kan. Terpaksalah jalan ayu :P

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Banglasia Ringgit, ‘Clown-Faced’ DPM And Other M’sian Memes Of 1.5 Mil Bangladeshis

The Malaysian government is bringing in 1.5 million Bangladeshi workers to fulfill the demands of the market, according to DPM Dato' Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
As a response to the mass import of workers, Malaysians created their own memes and photos to make sure their views were not missed...

1. "Banglasia"

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2. The Boeing math question

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3. Over-crowded trains in Bangladesh turn into planes...

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4. Local rights activist Fahmi Reza came up with a  'clown-faced' poster of the DPM

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5. Who's at fault?

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6. Could this be a serious quesiton for us to think about?

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7. The Big Bro, "aBang"

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8. A sequel…?

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The artist of the comic above, Zunar, has taken down the image from his social media accounts after getting the public's feedback.

9. Will there be a new opening in the cabinet?

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It seems like Malaysians really love using their creativity to express themselves:

                Malaysian Artists Release #KitaSemuaPenghasut Posters That Paint Najib As A Clown

"In a country filled with corruption, #KitaSemuaPenghasut?"

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                Malaysians Take Comfort In Memes After AG Apandi Exonerates Najib Of Corruption

Malaysia's Attorney-General (AG) Apandi Ali cleared Prime Minister Najib Razak of any wrongdoing with regard to RM2.6...

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                Malaysians Resort To Puns, Memes And Humour To Deal With #CabinetReshuffle Stress

As always, Malaysians never disappoint when it comes to creativity and humour.

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Here's A List Of New Laws That Will Affect You This Year

1. A nationwide ban on smoking at all food establishments

Starting this year, smoking is banned in all restaurants, coffee shops, hawker centres, and even open-air eateries. Under the new ruling, those found smoking in prohibited areas will be fined RM250.In fact, a 60-year-old hawker at the Bayan Baru Food Court was among the first to be slapped with the RM250 fine for lighting up on 1 January despite neighbouring hawkers warning him against it.Besides tobacco products, vape and shisha with nicotine are also included in the ban.

A man attempts to conceal his cigarette as health officers approach his table in Kuala Lumpur on 1 January.
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2. Sales and Service Tax (SST) of 6% for digital products and services

The 6% tax, which has come into force from 1 January 2020, applies to any and all digital services provided by foreign companies regardless of whether they are for individual or business use.According to Deputy Finance Minister Amiruddin Hamzah, examples of digital services include online music and online subscriptions like Spotify and Netflix, e-book subscriptions, e-marketplace platform usage, cloud computing-based subscription, and online computer software purchases.The Star reported that the revenue collected from the 6% digital tax could be more than RM2.4 billion a year should all foreign digital service providers register for the digital service tax.

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3. Mandatory child car seats for private vehicles

Under the Child Restraint Systems (CRS) guideline that was announced in October 2019, the enforcement of the installation of child car seats for private vehicles has now been made compulsory.However, in the first six months, no summons will be issued for vehicles found without the CRS.A guidebook called 'Buku Garis Panduan Kerusi Keselamatan Kanak-Kanak di Malaysia' (Guidelines for Child Restraint System in Malaysia) developed specifically by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) was launched last year.The MIROS guidebook can be used by parents to help in identifying and installing the CRS.

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4. A nationwide ban on plastic straws at all food establishments

While the ban was issued in 2019, there was a year-long grace period given for the implementation. In 2020, the ban will be enforced on traders and operators of food outlets. Eateries will now no longer be allowed to provide plastic straws for drinks to customers.However, people who are disabled or with special needs will be exempted from the ban. Exemptions will also be given to straws which are not made from conventional plastic.If you're looking for alternatives to the plastic straw, you can consider getting metal straws.

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5. Implementation of the minimum wage increase

This year, workers in urban centres will see increased minimum wage from RM1,100 to RM1,200.The minimum wage will be applicable to all workers in the private sector except for domestic service, as stipulated in the Minimum Wages Order 2018.It takes effect in major towns under 57 city and municipality councils. Elsewhere, the minimum wage remains at RM1,100 a month for the rest of the country. Full list here.

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6. Toll rates to be reduced by at least 18% across all PLUS highways

According to Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng, motorists stand to enjoy up to 18% discount on toll rates on the North-South Expressway with the government's proposed takeover of Projek Lebuhraya Utara Selatan (PLUS).For Penang, toll rates for the Second Penang Bridge will be reduced to RM7.

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Video Shows A Man Cutting Jalur Gemilang Flags In Half At KL

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A video of a man snipping national flags displayed along a sidewalk in Kuala Lumpur has recently gone viral

According to a recording of the TikTok video by Berita Harian, the man wearing a red shirt and a blue cap was seen cutting multiple Jalur Gemilang flags using a pair of scissors.The incident is believed to have occurred near the Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) on Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur.While the video was posted yesterday, 17 August, it is not clear when exactly the incident took place.

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"What is he doing? All of the flags are now damaged," read the text in the 34-second video.In the video, after the man cuts the first flag in half, he can be seen repeating it on the subsequent flags along the footpath.The TikTok user added in the video that the man had snapped back at others who had asked him to stop.

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Offended by the man's actions, netizens urged the authorities to take action against him

"This is so upsetting. To the authorities, please take action," commented a TikTok user.Another user showed disappointment when they wrote, "When you're damaging the flags, it's as if you're damaging my heart.""That's the national flag, my country's flag. I'm offended," wrote another person.

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The viral video has also caught the attention of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM)

Dang Wangi police chief ACP Noor Dellhan Yahya said the police are searching for the man involved even though they have not received any reports about the incident.

You can watch the video of the incident here:

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Lebih 5k 'Shares', Wanita Ini Kongsi Resepi Bakwan Paling Rangup & 'Simple'. Sedapnya!

Bakwan merupakan sejenis snek petang dari Indonesia yang seakan sama seperti cucur udang atau bilis tetapi mengandungi lebih banyak sayuran

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Kerangupan snek ini membuatnya sesuai dinikmati sebagai snek petang. Bakwan juga sangat mudah untuk disediakan kerana resepi ini hanya menggunakan bahan-bahan dapur yang murah dan senang untuk didapati. Bukan itu sahaja, anda juga boleh mengubahsuai resepi ini dengan menggunakan apa-apa sahaja bahan yang terdapat di dapur anda. Jom cuba? :D

Untuk resepi bakwan yang ringkas dan dijamin crispy, ikuti perkongsian pengguna Facebook Siti Khajar yang telah mendapat sebanyak 5k shares!

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Antara bahan yang diperlukan adalah:

Bahan bakwan2 cawan tepung gandum1 sudu tepung beras4 sudu tepung pedas (jenama Bestari)½ cawang udang geragau kering1 biji telur (optional)Sedikit garamSedikit serbuk kunyitAir dan ais batu (mengikut cita rasa anda)1½ cawan lobak merah (diparut)1½ cawan tauge1½ cawan hirisan kobis5 tangkai daun kucai1 labu bawang besar (dihiris kasar)Bahan sos pencicah2 biji lada merah1 ulas bawang putih½ sudu gula pasir

Ikuti cara membuatnya pula:

			1. Gabungkan tepung gandum, tepung beras, tepung pedas, udang geragau kering, telur, garam dan serbuk kunyit.2. Seterusnya, masukkan air dan ais batu mengikut cita rasa anda. Pastikan tidak terlalu pekat atau terlalu cair.3. Gaulkan sehingga sebati.4. Kemudian, masukkan sayur-sayuran seperti lobak merah, taugeh, kobis, daun kucai dan bawang besar. Gaul rata.

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			5. Panaskan minyak dan cedokkan adunan bakwan menggunakan sudu sahaja.

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			6. Gorengkan sehingga perang keemasan dan rangup. Angkat dan toskan.

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			7. Untuk sos pencicah, tumbukkan lada merah, bawang putih, gula pasir sehingga lumat.8. Gabungkan 4 sudu cili sos dengan 4 sudu air panas.

Apabila bakwan sudah siap, inilah hasilnya. Rangup dan lazat! Jangan lupa untuk hidangkan bersama sos cili. :D

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A Father Who Begs For A Living Shares His Story About Buying A New Dress For His Daughter

A parent's love for their children knows no limit

They do everything they can to bring their children happiness.A story of one such father and his unconditional love for his children has been doing the rounds on social media, touching countless people's heart since 5 April.The story is of a man named MD Kawsar Hossain, a father of two who begs for a living.

Hossain begs for a living because of his circumstances

"Yes, I am a beggar. Ten years ago, I had never thought in my nightmares that I would have to live by begging from people," Hossain says while talking to a photojournalist.He recounts about the fateful night when in a major accident, the bus he was travelling in, fell from a bridge. While he survived, the accident cost him his right arm. Physically disabled to take up any job, Hossain had to resort to begging to feed his family.

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"My son often asks me where had I left my other hand. And my daughter feeds me every day by saying she knows how difficult it is to do all the work with one hand."His daughter even stays by his side when he's on the streets begging."I feel shame while she looks at me when I lend my one hand to others. But she never leaves me alone," he says, adding that because she fears for his life.

Despite being a beggar, a helpless Hossain, like any other father, wants to provide his children with every joy he can

While he has to struggle for even the smallest of things, Hossain has not bowed down to life's harsh circumstances. He admits that while it is difficult to send his children to school, he is educating them to the best of his efforts.He also wants to provide them with things, spend time with them, and make good memories. His disability may have made him a beggar, but his heart's in the right place.

Last week was one such day when he got to make a good memory. Hossain bought his daughter a brand new dress.

He saved up enough money in the last two years he made from begging in order to buy a new dress for his daughter, Sumaiya."While I handed 60 pieces of five rupee note (totalling to about RM21) to the seller, he yelled at me by saying if I am a beggar," recounted Hossain."My daughter held my hand and cried to leave the shop by saying that she did not want to buy any dress," he added.

He then took her out to the park to play

"After two years my daughter is wearing a new dress, that’s why today I brought her with me to play for some time. Maybe, I will not be able to earn anything today, but I wanted to roam around with my little girl," Hossain told the photojournalist in India."Today my daughter is very happy. Today this father is not a beggar. Today this father is a king and here is his princess," reads the post on GMB Akash's FB page, where it has gone viral, receiving over 63K Reactions and more than 19K Shares.

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You can check out the full post on GMK Akash's page


7 Everyday Things You Probably Didn't Know Are Illegal In Malaysia

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1. Playing music at your special occasions

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Be it a wedding reception or birthday party, no event is complete without some music and dancing. However, it is actually considered a breach of copyright when you play music in restaurants, clubs, hotels, or shops without a Music Authors Copyright Protection (MACP) license. This also includes songs played from platforms like Spotify and YouTube Music as they are for personal use only.While some of these venues pay for an annual license to allow music to be played legally, you should always double check regarding music regulations, so you can enjoy a worry-free day with your loved ones. The last thing you want is to be handed a hefty summon just for playing your favourite tunes.

2. Jaywalking

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Jaywalking is the act of crossing a road with oncoming traffic by not using overhead bridges or zebra crossings. Just like other countries, this act is strictly prohibited here and can land you a fine up to RM500.Rather than taking the easy way out, just put in the extra time to walk a little further and use the facilities provided  — you'll be safer too!

3. Singing indecent songs in a public environment

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Whether it's going for a walk or cycling through your neighborhood with your headphones, it's totally normal to start singing your heart out when you're feeling the vibe of a song. But in Malaysia, singing obscene songs like Wiggle by Jason Derulo or S&M by Rihanna could actually get you fined, or even jailed for up to 3 months! Check out this list of censored or banned songs in Malaysia.This regulation also applies to people who busk on the streets — they're not allowed to play obscene song covers and require a proper permit to perform.

4. Bathing your furry friend in public

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It's almost impossible to discipline animals to not get dirty when they're in an open space. Their favourite hobby is probably making or being in a mess. Unfortunately, in Malaysia, bathing your pet in public areas, such as the park or beach, is not allowed. This means that even if your pet gets all dirty after rolling around in the mud or sand, you can't hose them off at the public area itself. Instead, you'll have to clean them up at home. If you get caught giving your pet a bath at a public area, you could get fined up to RM100. Hence, our best advice would be to keep your pets on a leash at all times in public areas, and pack some towels or wet wipes to remove at least some of the dirt on their body.

5. Riding an elephant or horse on the road

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In Thailand, it is very common to see elephants walking down the streets, as it's a sign of good luck to shop owners when greeted by this holy animal. But, in Malaysia, riding an elephant or horse down public streets is illegal.A fine of up to RM50 can be imposed on whoever rides or leads elephants and horses along the roads of Malaysia. This law is enforced to make sure that the animals don't cause dangerous situations or obstruct traffic.

6. Accepting food or drinks before, during, or after voting

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From waiting in line for hours to the process of actually casting our votes, we all know that elections can be tiresome, which may result in us getting hungry and thirsty. If you see people giving out free drinks or food during these times, be mindful that accepting them is actually forbidden as it can be taken as intent to influence voters.It may be hard to resist but you run the risk being imprisoned for two years, receiving a fine of RM5,000 or getting your right to vote suspended for up to five years. Instead, bring along some tidbits or drinks with you on that day.

7. Streaming movies or shows from an Android box

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Did you know that having an Android box is actually illegal? Well, the device itself isn't illegal, but when you stream the unpaid channels, shows, and movies that come with it, you're actually committing a crime. What this means is that by not tuning in to proper platforms, you are causing those actors, actresses, directors, and their production company to lose income.On the other hand, proper streaming or pay-per-use platforms properly support the entertainment industry, ensuring we don't run out of good content to enjoy. So, if you do own an Android box, be sure to subscribe or buy content from legal platforms to avoid being in deep trouble later down the road.

With Astro, you can rest assured that your streaming is not only legal, but also supports the entertainment industry.
With plenty of channels to choose from among various genres and languages, you can watch all your favourite shows in one place.

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Bonus tip: If you're a local business owner, AstroBIZ is offering bundle plans for content and fibre Internet from as low as RM473/month.Now, you can customise your Astro subscription from a wide range of international and local content, to exclusive live sporting events, all in full HD! The best part is that you'll get to provide your customers with content they'll enjoy, and it's 100% legal and worry-free.That's not all, the bundle plan includes fibre Internet as well, ensuring that you can stay connected continuously, which means your Astro viewing will not be disrupted even if it's raining.And if you think about it, you're getting the best of both worlds from as low as RM15.80 per day! :D

Wanna find out more? Check out Astro's website to learn more about their offers for businesses, as well as for everyday entertainment!


Abang Bomba Ini Jadi Tumpuan Ramai Di Perarakan Hari Kebangsaan Gara-Gara 'Belanja' Biceps

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Seperti yang kita semua tahu, sudah 2 tahun Malaysia tidak menyambut Hari Kebangsaan gara-gara wabak Covid-19 yang melanda sejak 2020

Tidak dinafikan, rakyat Malaysia sememangnya merindukan kemeriahan sambutan Hari Kebangsaan seperti dulu.Oleh sebab itu, semangat patriotik yang cukup membara dapat dilihat dalam kalangan rakyat Malaysia dari seluruh negeri membanjiri Dataran Merdeka untuk menyambut 31 Ogos 2022 baru-baru ini.Namun, para anggota keselamatan terutamanya pasukan bomba adalah antara yang menjadi tumpuan ramai gara-gara mereka berbadan sado dan sempat belanja biceps semasa upacara perarakan berlangsung.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @_fypmeme_ Abang-Abang bomba tidak menghampakan , #Merdeka2022 #Alhamdulillah #KeluargaMalaysia #MalaysiakuTanahAirku #fyp #FypMalaysia #fypmerdeka #jenzerp  original sound  - Jenzer

Ramai suruh belanja biceps, abang bomba pula sporting melayan

Menerusi rakaman yang dikongsi oleh @fypmeme, kelihatan pasukan bomba sedang berarak di Dataran Merdeka sambil melambai ke arah lautan penonton.Apa yang menarik perhatian adalah apabila terdapat beberapa suara yang menjerit menyuruh abang-abang bomba itu menayang biceps mereka.Lebih menghiburkan, mereka melayankan saja permintaan ramai dan serentak menunjukkan biceps dan badan mereka yang sado itu.

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"Ramai suruh tunggu abang bomba lalu. Tunggu la kita ni depan TV. Sekali lalu, alamak patut la haha" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan yang kini telah meraih 1M views, 90.7K likes dan 3.1K shares di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat kemeriahan penonton di Dataran Merdeka itu.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di tikTok:

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Seronoknya tengok meriah dekat Dataran Merdeka semalam, semangat patriotik ya semua! :D

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All The Last-Minute Things You Need To Know When Filing Your Taxes This 2014

The deadline to file your income tax return for 2013 is just around the corner

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1) Employers (Form E) is 31 March 2014
2) Residents and non-residents with non-business income (Form BE and M) is 30 April 2014
3) Residents and non-residents with business income (Form B and M) is 30 June 2014
4) Partnerships (Form P) is 30 June 2014

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For first timers, you’ll need to register for e-filing. Head to LHDN’s website where you will see a myriad of buttons leading you into the wide world of taxes. Click on the e-daftar button to get started; fill the form and you will be instantaneously given a Pin and reference number. With this; you can login for the first time. If you’re already registered and have done this before; you’ll want to skip this section! Once logging in; you’ll be taken straight to the appropriate form: Borang B(e) for salaried workers and B for those with their own businesses.

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CLICK HERE to file your income tax online.

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You will need to open up a file for tax to be deducted from your income if you earn an annual income of RM36,704 or more

You are taxable if you earned an annual income of RM36,704 (or about RM3,058 per month) or more in 2013.

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For most residents of Malaysia, the key figure to take note of is about “RM36,704 per year (about RM3,060 per month)” which is inclusive of all benefits, allowances, bonuses, overtime and commissions. If you’re earning anywhere below that figure, then there’s no need for you to open up a file for tax to be deducted from your income (while the con is that you’re not earning as much as you’d like, the pro is that there’s less hassle from a tax perspective!).

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Calculate your tax payable by determining your chargeable income, tax reliefs, tax rebates, and tax exemptions

Taxable income actually refers to the “base upon which an income tax system imposes tax”. In general, the Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (LHDN) organisation includes all kinds of earnings which the Malaysian taxpayers have to pay for, but which is reduced by expenses and other tax deductions

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The tax rates above are effected on a person’s Chargeable Income (rather than salary or total income, in fact, the amount of the chargeable income is usually much lower). Now I’m sure many of you first-timers may be wondering what your “Chargeable Income” is. You take the following equation and apply where necessary:
Chargeable Income = Taxable income – Tax exemptions – Tax Reliefs

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Chargeable Income = Taxable income income that is taxable and not exempted) – Tax exemptions – Tax Reliefs
*Calculated Tax = Chargeable income x applicable tax rate *
Tax Payable = Calculated tax – rebates (zakat, personal rebate, etc)

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Latest tax reliefs include:

What about a tax relief? It is defined as “an amount that can be deducted from a person’s annual income to reduce the amount on which tax is paid”. To describe it in a more clear and concise manner, it is actually a way for you to lessen your chargeable income.

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You can get up to 7% tax deduction if you have made a donation to government-approved charities and institutions

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LHDN classifies Tax Deductions as a reduction in your Chargeable Income as a result of Gifts or Donations. As a rule of thumb, you can deduct up to 7% of your Taxable Income for gifts to charities and institutions which are approved by the government (not all charities are approved, so be sure to find out before you donate away!), unless you are giving to a few selected government-related bodies, where there is less restrictions on the amount deductible from your income.

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You can also get a tax rebate for yourself and your spouse if your taxable income is below RM35,000, and if you have paid Zakat or Fitrah

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A tax rebate is a reduction in your tax expense after you have calculated your tax for the year. Tax rebates (or also known as “tax refunds”) can be defined as “a refund on taxes when the tax liability is less than the taxes paid”.

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Your employer might have overpaid your taxes on your behalf via the Monthly Tax Deduction (MTD) or Potong Cukai Bulanan (PCB). This is what you should know:

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How this works is that your employer will automatically deduct a certain amount from your salary every month to pay for tax on your behalf, going towards paying your tax for the year. This type of deduction is different from the basic Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Social Security Organization (SOCSO) monthly deductions.

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Therefore, one can sum up that the MTD is calculated from one’s gross salary minus the EPF deductions of up to RM6,000 per year. If you were to take a closer look at the sum of the total MTD for the year, you will realise that the figure will be very close to your actual tax expense for the year, but given that your company has no idea of your additional reliefs other than being married or having children (such as Books, Sporting equipment etc.), they are very likely to have been overpaying for you.

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Employers rely on an employee’s personal data submitted to their Human Resource (HR) department to compute monthly MTDs. Therefore, these monthly deductions are net of personal relief, relief for spouse with no income, child relief and zakat payments.

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Further, employees may request for other reliefs to be deducted so that the total MTD payments equal the total final tax payable. To do so however, employees need to submit Form TP1. It is in this form that employees should state other tax reliefs that they are entitled to, to facilitate the computation of MTD. Employers are then responsible to remit the amount deducted to Inland Revenue Board (IRB) every month in accordance with Income Tax (Deduction and Remuneration) Rules 1994.

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This coming tax submission deadline of April 30, 2014, taxpayers will still have to submit their tax returns. The new ruling of using MTD as final tax will only be applicable from year of assessment 2014, with the deadline on April 30, 2015.

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Keep all your receipts used to claim tax reliefs for at least 7 years from the date of filling in case Inland Revenue Board asks you for evidence

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Finally, do take note that you must keep records for 7 years from the date of filing so don’t throw away any receipts or evidence of tax reliefs, keep them in a file sorted by tax year.

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[PHOTOS] This English Cottage Was Featured In 'Harry Potter' And Now You Can Stay In It

In the lovely little village of Lavenham, sits a quaint cottage called 'De Vere House'

According to its Airbnb page, De Vere House - locted in England, UK - is a highly acclaimed bed and breakfast accommodation that has now opened a listing with the lodging and tourism online marketplace.

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And you may be wondering why this humble cottage is deserving of a shout-out...
Well, that's because it's also a very important location in the 'Harry Potter' universe.

You know which one, Potterheads.

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The house was featured in 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part I' as the home where the titular character was born and where his parents were also murdered

In the movie, the house is located in the fictional 'Godric's Hollow' - a village named after the Gryffindor founder, who was born there.In reality, the 14th century building is among about 340 listed buildings in Lavenham that are considered to be the best-preserved medieval village in England, reported BBC.As of September 2019, it was also on the market with a price tag of GBP950,000 (approximately RM5 million).

While fans only get glimpses of the building and its ruins in the movie, the cottage is very much intact and makes for a cosy lodging

The Reading room.
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The Dining room.
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BBC reported that it was named after the De Vere family, who was the second-richest family after the king in medieval times. It is said that they "were responsible for creating much of Lavenham's medieval grandeur".The house, which was previously named Oxenford House and Oxford House, retains all of its period features including its massive timber frame, fireplaces, wall paintings, and a rare stone spiral staircase with a carved brick handrail.

For RM641 a night, you could live out your dreams of being a wizard or witch in Godric's Hollow

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Lady Howard bedroom.
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Guests will get:- A private room with a four-poster bed and an en suite bathroom fit for two,- WiFi access,- A private guest sitting room with log fire,- A private courtyard garden, and- Full English breakfast that will be taken each morning in the Dining Room of the main wing of the house.You can make a booking here.

Even Tony Stark's 'Avengers: Endgame' home is up on Airbnb:

                You Can Now Rent Tony Stark's House In 'Avengers: Endgame' On Airbnb For RM1,394 Per Night

There's plenty of space to re-enact the funeral scene too. #toosoon?

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"Punca Traffic Jam" - Lelaki Tak Berbaju Duduk Tengah Jalan Raya Buat Ramai Tertanya-Tanya

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Musim perayaan ini sudah tentu ramai yang sudah bermula pulang ke kampung halaman

Oleh sebab itu, berlakunya kesesakan lalu lintas di sesetengah lebuh raya disebabkan banyak kereta. Selain musim perayaan, kesesakan lalu lintas juga sering berlaku jika terdapat kemalangan berlaku. Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video di Twitter apabila seorang lelaki didapati tidak berbaju dan duduk di tengah-tengah jalan raya telah mencuri tumpuan. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

Punca jem kat federal pic.twitter.com/SA7jLus7MU— FarHanAl (@alif_farhan7) April 27, 2022

Duduk di tengah highway dan menyebabkan jammed

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan berlakunya kesesakan lintas di lebuh raya yang tidak dikenal pasti. Apa yang lebih mengejutkan adalah apabila pengguna jalan raya mendapati seorang lelaki bertindak duduk di tengah-tengah jalan raya tanpa berbaju dan hanya berseluar pendek. Perkara itu sangat membahayakan semua pengguna jalan raya. Ramai yang tertanya-tanya keadaan lelaki itu sama ada dia kurang siuman atau ia sekadar content saja.

semalam pon  pic.twitter.com/4zR29EOUk1—  (@Mahathirzzz) April 28, 2022

"Dah la kurus kering duduk kat situ, kalau tak perasan habis kena sebat dengan lori" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 101K tontonan, 1K retweets dan 1K likes di Twitter, rata-rata netizen turut tidak berpuas hati kerana ia membahayakan ramai pihak. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

Dah bosan dok alam bunian, dia nak ke alam barzakh pule— zubairi farihan (@zubairifarihan) April 28, 2022

Rugi lah dia sbb skip alam disebalik mata—  (@qvvmmm) April 28, 2022

Muka helok tapi tulah kesian dia jadi mcm tu... muda lagi..— Wanlqmn (@Luqmanhasif2) April 28, 2022

saja anyam ketupat tengah highway ambik vibe raya— edel  (@daynesm1th0) April 28, 2022

Alih kan lah dia. Korang ni pun.— wanda (@wanda_ardie) April 29, 2022

macam macam perangai manusia sekarang ni ya— kamil (@kamiltbh) April 28, 2022

Kenit kau buat apa situ kenit sapa lukai hati kau ni kenit— Pikrieee  (@fikriismail98) April 29, 2022

Jangan buat benda bahaya ini guys. Kepada yang memandu pun, selalu berhati-hati di jalan raya okay! :)

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Employer Gets Backlash After Calling A Student "Entitled" Over Virtual Interview Request

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An employer said that "the future is f-cked" after an internship candidate requested an online interview

In a Facebook post, the employer stated that he agreed to interview a Singaporean student for an internship position at his company after the student stated that she had recently left another company due to a toxic environment.He went on to say that the student accepted his face-to-face interview invitation, but after 19 minutes, she requested an online interview, which he didn't find amusing.

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"This intern is the very reason why I absolutely welcome foreigners who are hungry and hardworking to work here. F-ck all these rules and laws protecting entitled Singaporeans," he said.The employer also shared his conversation with the student, displaying how quickly he cancelled the interview after receiving the virtual interview request.

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Netizens were not pleased with the employer's Facebook post

In this day and age where most job interviews are conducted virtually, it's not shocking that most netizens disagreed with the employer's views after reading his post.The comment section was flooded with netizens who said that the intern had dodged a bullet and saved herself from working with yet another toxic company.

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Another pointed out that the student had asked politely, which did not warrant such a response.

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In response to the backlash, the employer made another Facebook post explaining why he responded to the student in that manner

According to the employer, he has worked with incompetent interns who were not able to use Adobe Photoshop even though they had spent years studying the software during their time in college.He added that some interns took lunch breaks longer than the given time, and some would clock in late for their shifts as they overslept while working from home."It’s maddening and frustrating when you see the lack of hunger the local students showcase compared to the can-do attitude of the foreign students I came across when I was teaching part-time," he said.He finally clarified that he reacted that way because he was frustrated that the student did not provide a proper explanation for why she would prefer a virtual interview.

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Meanwhile, a post on Facebook recently went viral after an employer lost her cool and vented her frustrations about an employee who quit on his third day of work:

                "They're Useless" — Employee Quits Job After 3 Days With A Mandarin Pun

"No wonder kids born after the year 2000 get called out all the time."

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In June, a 20-year-old business owner shared an appalling conversation she had with a part-time employee who had the audacity to ask for her salary despite not coming into work:

                "Do You Think I'm Doing Charity?" — Employee Asks For Pay Despite Not Turning Up For Work

The small business owner was appalled at the employee's bold request and strange excuses.

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"RIP Kidney" - Influencer Makan Pil Suplemen Untuk Kulit Ini Timbul Persoalan Ramai

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Tidak dinafikan, ada yang mengambil suplemen untuk meningkatkan imuniti badan

Kebiasaannya, ramai yang mengambil pil suplemen seperti Vitamin C. Namun, ada juga yang mempunyai masalah kesihatan sehingga perlu mengambil suplemen sampingan. Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video di TikTok yang memaparkan seorang influencer makan pil suplemen dengan kuantiti yang banyak telah mencuri tumpuan.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @nurinafiqaaah Beauty is expensive   original sound - @nurinafiqaaah - @nurinafiqaaah

Makan sejumlah pil suplemen untuk kulit

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan seorang influencer memuat naik videonya makan pil suplemen di TikTok. Video itu kemudian tular di laman Twitter dan raih perhatian ramai.Apa yang lebih mengejutkan ramai adalah apabila wanita itu dilihat memakan sejumlah pil yang banyak. Antaranya termasuk pil sunblock dan pil hydration untuk kulit kering. Perkara itu mengundang persoalan ramai pihak di Twitter. Lihat posting penuh itu di bawah:

I tengok Video tiktok nurin dia makan supplement sunscreen and pill untuk stay hydrate.Pill sunscreen. Pill hydrate. Bill hospital pun expensive kan  pic.twitter.com/ld3n7THpZg— fawwah (@farrashafeka) December 5, 2022

"People who eat supplements just wanna shortcut sebab dia malas. Malas nak minum air, malas nak pakai sunscreen. Ada yang makan supplement Vitamin C pun sama, malas nak makan buah buahan. Semua tu boleh dapat kat natural ingredients" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 2K retweets, 949 quote tweets, 4K likes di Twitter, rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pelbagai reaksi masing-masing. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

Serious question, vitamin c yang jual kat pharmacy selalu x elok eh makan? Ada plan nak beli tapi kalau x okay x nak beli— mira | edmond simp 25/8 (@miradaish) December 6, 2022

The more supplement the closer to God tinggi ke Intifadhhoo! pic.twitter.com/xisJHqLJdF— se-konyong (@AmeeRamly) December 6, 2022

Sorry to say but most of rich people i knew especially who owns business, 5-6 figures incomes senang cerita T20 la memang consume A LOT Of SUPPLEMENTS ya especially untuk health & beauty and surprisingly diorang sihat , memang kulit cantik & cergas ke tua~— Diana tashar (@diana_tashar) December 6, 2022

Sis, pemahaman pasal supplement ni salah. Supplement means to be as additional bukan main providers health benefits.Golongan T20 ada access to high-quality real food, well-balanced life& exercise first before access to good supplements and frequent consultation with specialist dr— Jul~ (Hiatus) (@honeygirlzlinus) December 6, 2022

If ure prescribed by your doctor then its ok. Kalau nak suka2 ambil lepas tu ajak orang lain ambik sekali, ni masalah hahaha— jules (@friesdarling) December 7, 2022

minum air secukupnya is cheaper and better. In reality, I don’t think she really eats those pills.— Hafizah (M.I)  (@i_norhafizah) December 6, 2022

minum air secukupnya is cheaper and better. In reality, I don’t think she really eats those pills.— Hafizah (M.I)  (@i_norhafizah) December 6, 2022

Ni dalam bahasa orang utara kami panggil balok liat. Gila sampai sunscreen pun malaih nak pakai pi makan pil kejadah.— Ari's Orange (@chanshoesinsole) December 6, 2022

Nak lagi sihat, makan saja buah-buahan dan sayur-sayuran. Banyak juga vitamin boleh dapat!

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'Hati Saya Hancur. Pulau Yang Dulunya Bersih Kini Penuh Sampah Sarap. Penyu Mati Pun Ada'

"Lihatlah bilangan sampah di pantai kita."

Memeranjatkan.Pulau peranginan yang sebelum ini bersih kini tercemar teruk dengan longgokan sampah sarap. Sebaik musim monsun tamat tempoh hari, bilangan sampah yang dibawa arus dilihat begitu banyak dan tidak terkawal, semuanya terdampar di persisiran pantai.

Macam mana nak 'sunbath' kalau keadaan pantai penuh dengan sampah macam ni?
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Situasi ini dilihat sendiri oleh mata kepala seorang wanita bernama Mei Mei Chu baru-baru ini. Tak sangka, percutiannya ke sebuah pulau indah di Terengganu yang kerap kali dikunjunginya setiap tahun kini menyajikan panorama berbeza iaitu sampah sarap.

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Longgokan sampah di tepi pantai.
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Sebagai seorang pengembara dan travel writer, Mei berasa amat sedih melihat alam sekitar yang kian tercemar. Paling memilukan apabila beliau terjumpa seekor penyu yang mati terdampar di persisiran pantai dek kerana sampah.

"Jun lalu, kami menemui seekor penyu yang mati terdampar dengan jala memancing di sekeliling tubuhnya. Jala ini dibuang di dalam laut dan kemudian tersangkut pada sirip penyu, menjadikan ia tidak dapat berenang."Akhirnya, penyu itu mati kerana tidak dapat menggunakan siripnya untuk berenang ke permukaan laut bagi mendapatkan udara. Melihat seekor penyu mati sebegitu rupa amat menghancurkan hati saya," kata Mei.

Boleh bayangkan betapa seksanya penyu ini nak hidup?
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Jala memancing atau pukat yang tersangkut pada sirip penyu.
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Menurut Mei, bilangan sampah yang mereka temui amat membimbangkan. Lebih teruk, ini merupakan satu jumlah yang sangat kecil dan hanya fokus pada satu pulau sahaja.

"Terlalu banyak jenis sampah yang kami temui di sepanjang pantai - daripada botol plastik, TV, kasut, tong kosong, dan karton plastik. Styrofoam adalah yang paling teruk. Apabila ia pecah kepada sejuta kepingan kecil, ia kelihatan seperti makanan ikan dan mustahil untuk dikutip satu per satu."Ingat, apa yang kami temui ini hanyalah satu jumlah yang sangat kecil daripada jumlah sampah sarap yang terapung di lautan, semuanya dihasilkan oleh tangan manusia. Jika di satu pulau ini pun dah banyak, bagaimana pula bilangan sampah yang ada di dunia?" kata Mei lagi.

'Styrofoam' yang pecah kepada kepingan kecil.
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Botol plastik bersepah di persisiran pantai.
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Selain itu, Mei menganggap isu sampah ini tidak seharusnya menjadi satu masalah jika manusia sedar akan keburukan yang ia mampu bawa kepada alam sekitar

"Setiap hari manusia consume sampah dengan banyak. Sebaik sahaja sampah dibawa keluar dari rumah, kita akan terus lupa mengenainya tetapi di sinilah ia berakhir; mengubah landskap alam sekitar kita. Jumlah plastik yang kita gunakan dan buang adalah sangat menjijikkan!"Lihat sahaja pada gambar-gambar ini - kerosakan sedang berlaku, dan kematian hidupan liar adalah kesan langsung daripada sampah yang kita buang. Tolong jangan cakap sampah anda tidak melakukan apa-apa kemudaratan. Berhenti abaikan dan sudah tiba masanya untuk kita lebih mengambil berat," tegas Mei.

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Pada masa yang sama, Mei memuji usaha kerajaan negeri dalam melaksanakan kempen tanpa beg plastik bagi memerangi isu pembuangan sampah yang semakin berleluasa

"Pujian harus saya berikan kepada kerajaan negeri yang bertindak mengharamkan penggunaan beg plastik dan polistirena bermula tahun ini. Isu alam sekitar seperti pemanasan global harus ditekankan dengan lebih mendalam."Pada saya, kita sendiri yang perlu mengubah corak penggunaan kita dalam dunia pengguna. Kalau kita masih berada dalam acuan yang sama, sampai bila-bila pun masalah ini tak akan selesai," katanya lagi.

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Oleh itu, untuk tahun 2017 ini, Mei mempunyai satu misi iaitu mengurangkan penggunaan plastik sebanyak yang mungkin. Beliau turut menyeru agar orang ramai dapat menjadikan usaha ini sebagai satu resolusi.

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"Tahun ini, resolusi tahun baru saya ialah untuk mengurangkan pengambilan sampah, terutamanya plastik dan styrofoam. Bagaimana? Salah satu cara paling mudah adalah dengan membawa beg dan bekas persendirian ketika membeli belah."Dan saya menyeru anda semua untuk menyertai saya dalam misi ini - tahun ini, ubah SATU tabiat membeli belah bagi mengurangkan jumlah plastik yang anda gunakan. Saya akui, mustahil untuk kita hidup dalam keadaan bebas sampah. Tetapi mari kita mulakan usaha kecil ini yang mana saya percaya, akan memberi impak besar dan menakjubkan pada masa akan datang," ujar Mei bersemangat.

9 langkah mudah untuk mengurangkan penggunaan plastik.
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Using Phone While Driving & 6 Other Traffic Offences That Will Send You To Court This CNY

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Seven traffic offences will be non-compoundable during this year's Chinese New Year festive season, which means that those caught flouting the rules will be referred immediately to the courts

Traffic offenders will not be offered a fine as usual, warned Transport Minister Anthony Loke in a speech during the Integrated Ops and Road Safety Campaign in conjunction with the upcoming celebrations on Tuesday, 17 January."There will be no compound issues for these offences. Offenders will be referred to court," he said.

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Loke said the enforcement of this rule will be two weeks long.
The strict ban of the traffic offences will be from 18 January to 28 January.

According to New Straits Times, these seven traffic offences will be non-compoundable throughout this year's Chinese New Year festive season:– Cutting queue,– Overtaking on double lines,– Disobeying the red-light signal,– Driving over the speed limit,– Use of mobile phone while driving,– Not wearing a seat belt or helmet, and– Driving in the emergency lane (if you don't have an emergency).

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Loke said the strict enforcement is to reduce the number of accidents and deaths that usually happen during the festive season

The minister said the public's road safety literacy rate on highways has yet to reach a satisfactory level, based on the 119 deaths recorded during last year's Chinese New Year.He added that 2,000 Road Transport Department (JPJ) enforcement officers will be deployed nationwide to carry out the ops.As another initiative to reduce traffic accidents, Loke said heavy vehicles will also be banned on highways on 20 January and 21 January, as well as 24 January and 25 January — just before and after Chinese New Year — as traffic is expected to peak during those days.

Meanwhile, all toll fees will be waived on Friday, 20 January, and Saturday, 21 January, in conjunction with Chinese New Year:

                Anwar: Toll Exemptions On 20 & 21 January In Conjunction With Chinese New Year

Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook met with toll concession companies before the Cabinet meeting to discuss th...

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HUAWEI P40 Pro Review: Is The Camera And Connectivity Really As Good As They Say It Is?

HUAWEI recently launched the P40 series in Malaysia, featuring a new look and an improved quad camera setup. That's why I was pretty excited when I got a chance to play around with it.

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At first glance, you'll immediately notice the hole-punch display, with a dual selfie camera at the top left of the screen. This not only allows you to take stunning 4K selfie videos, it also supports Air Gestures and Face Unlock in low light conditions.Another cool thing about the P40 series is its overflow display, with curved edges on all four sides. The 6.1-inch bezel-free screen is not only beautiful to look at, it's actually really comfortable to hold.

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But the main highlight of the P40 series has to be its Leica quad camera setup. The HUAWEI P40 Pro comes with an all-new 50MP Ultra Vision main camera, along with a 40MP ultra wide camera, 5x optical telephoto camera, and a ToF camera for amazing bokeh shots.

To find out how good the camera really is, I tested out some of its features. Here's what I discovered:

1. The portrait mode helps you take nice bokeh shots at home

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The Portrait Mode in the HUAWEI P40 series not only helps you blur the background, it also adjusts the lighting to give you the perfect shot. This photo was taken on the balcony during daytime, and the phone automatically got rid of the backlight and brightened up my face.

2. The camera takes stunning shots even in super low light settings

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To further test out how well the phone does in low light settings, I tried taking a similar picture in the living room and in the bedroom. In the bright living room, the HUAWEI P40 Pro managed to capture all the tiny details of the action figures, while giving the background a slight bokeh.

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Surprisingly, the camera was able to pick up most of the details in a dark room. It also automatically brightened the entire photo, so you can't even tell the lights were off.With HUAWEI's improved OIS + AIS image stabilisation, you can take clear hand held shots in low light settings. But for the clearest photos, you can always try using a tripod to support your HUAWEI P40 Pro.

3. One of the most impressive features was the zoom function, which captured clear details even at 10x zoom

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What's really cool about the HUAWEI P40 Pro is the zoom function, with 5x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom, and 50x maximum zoom. I tried zooming into one of the buildings in the distance, and the results were pretty amazing.I started off with the wide camera, which is great for taking scenery or environment shots. Then, I tried 5x zoom, and the photo looked just as clear as any other photo.

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At 10x zoom, the rooftop and trees were still visible and clear. While the lighting and colours were not as vibrant as the first wide shot, it's still pretty impressive how much detail the phone managed to retain.At 50x zoom, the picture became slightly pixelated as expected. Nonetheless, the phone actually managed to pick up what I couldn't even notice with my bare eyes.

4. Besides that, the Golden Snap feature uses AI capabilities to help you capture the best moments at home

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AI Remove Reflection: As seen in the picture above, this feature reduces reflection in the window or glass, helping you come up with a cleaner, more refined photo.

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AI Best Moment: When you take shots of people moving, the phone will detect posture and expression features. Then, it will take a 4K moving picture and recommend up to three of the best shots.

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AI Remove Passerby: Ever get annoyed when your perfect photo gets photobombed by your siblings or housemate? This feature lets you remove people in the background with just one tap.

5. The selfie camera can also take amazing timelapse videos in 4K quality

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While the HUAWEI P40 Pro has a powerful rear camera setup, there are times when you just prefer to use the selfie camera, like when you want to take a video of yourself cooking at home. With the selfie camera, you can take high quality 4K videos in 60fps. You can also use the timelapse features to come up with cool selfie videos like this one.

Besides its photography capabilities, the HUAWEI P40 series also helps you stay connected with MeeTime

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HUAWEI MeeTime is a video call feature that allows you to have stable audio and high resolution video performance with other HUAWEI devices. The best part is that it works well even in low light settings or with weak network conditions.Although you and your family may be far apart, MeeTime brings you close together, as if there's no distance between you. With the screen sharing function, you can even experience fun moments together, like shopping online or teaching your parents how to use their phone step by step.For those of who are working from home, the action camera and fisheye conferencing camera system will also allow you to enjoy immersive calling, different point-of-views, and more productive meetings.

All in all, after testing out the phone firsthand, I must say the HUAWEI P40 series is definitely one of the best smartphones in photography and connectivity

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For me, the most surprising feature was how well the HUAWEI P40 Pro performed in low light, whether it was on the camera or through the MEETime video call feature. With this phone, you'll definitely be able to capture your best moments as you #StayAtHome.

You can also keep yourself entertained with all the awesome apps on the HUAWEI AppGallery

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The HUAWEI AppGallery features most of Malaysians' favourite apps like Lazada, TikTok, iflix, Telegram, and Shopee. Whether you're looking for online shopping, fitness apps, social media, or mobile games, HUAWEI AppGallery has got you covered.Besides that, you can access various apps like McDonald's, WhatsApp, and Netflix without downloading it, which saves more space. Thanks to Quick Apps, you can use these apps online whenever you want to.

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In addition, when you buy the HUAWEI P40 series, you'll get to claim free 50GB HUAWEI Cloud storage for one year. You can also head over to the HUAWEI Member Center to claim rewards worth more than RM2,381! Besides that, you'll get to enjoy HUAWEI Video premium access for three months.

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For those of you working from home, HUAWEI Share will also help you be productive with multi-screen collaboration

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Connect your HUAWEI P40 series with your other HUAWEI devices and tablets for a more efficient workflow. With multi-screen collaboration, you can also do more things at once, making you more productive as you work from home.

You can own the HUAWEI P40 series today by ordering from the comfort of your own home. Plus, you'll even get to enjoy amazing freebies worth over RM690!

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Here are the freebies you get to enjoy when you purchase the HUAWEI P40 series:HUAWEI P40 Pro: Wireless Car SuperCharge, Cloud storage 50GB (Valid for 12 months), one-year extended warranty, and one-month screen protection.HUAWEI P40: Wireless Charging Case, Cloud storage 50GB (Valid for 12 months), one-year extended warranty, and one-month screen protection.

Get the all-new HUAWEI P40 series, the best smartphone in photography and connectivity. Visit their online store to find out more!


Rights VS Politics: Should We Give Birth Certs To Children Of Illegal Immigrants In Sabah?

Home Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi recently announced that stateless children in Sabah would be given birth certificates on humanitarian grounds to allow them to get an education

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Home Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s recently announced that Putrajaya would be working closely with the National Registration and the Education departments to issue birth certificates to stateless children, on humanitarian grounds, so as to allow them to get education.

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Zahid noted that birth certificates for stateless children, including the sea gypsies along the East Coast, was one of the recommendations in the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) Report which is expected to be released shortly either in whole or in stages “to prepare public opinion”.

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The issue of stateless children in Sabah will be addressed once the findings of the royal commission of inquiry (RCI) on illegal immigrants has been tabled in Parliament, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today. He said for now, the children will be given birth certificates for schooling purposes as it was humane to do so.

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Zahid Hamidi's announcement rang an alarm among Sabahans whose state has been battling problems with citizenship and immigrants for years

On 1 June 2012, Prime Minister Najib Razak announced that the federal government has agreed to set up a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate problems related to illegal immigration in Sabah. On 11 August 2012, the government officially announced the formation of the RCI. Political commentators have observed that the RCI appears to be a knee-jerk reaction to the defection of several prominent Sabahan BN politicians, who resigned in protest only a few days earlier because of the federal government's reluctance to deal with Sabah's immigration problems.

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Should innocent children birthed by immigrants who entered Malaysia illegally be given a birth certificate? Prominent Sabahan politicians have voiced their concerns and objections, turning it into a debate of politics vs human rights.

Firstly, Penampang PKR MP Darell Leiking says Sabahans would be suspicious of the birth certs being misused to gain citizenship

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Penampang PKR MP Darell Leiking said it would be “disastrous” if such birth certificates are be misused to gain citizenship, similar to the problems that stemmed from the issuance of the IMM13 permits in the 1970s.

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“We cannot deny the feelings and suspicions of many genuine Sabahans on how these IMM13 have been abused and re-abused by many immigrants to eventually obtained citizenship,” said Leiking, expressing fears of more “demographic engineering”. The Malaysian government began issuing IMM13 permits to Filipinos seeking asylum following the unrest in Muslim-majority Mindanao, in the southern Philippines. However, the permit, which was supposed to be renewed annually, has allegedly been abused to gain citizenship.

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"So, this government must guarantee to the people of Sabah that those given the proposed ‘birth certificates’ can never be citizens of Sabah and that the abuse we have seen with IMM13 will never happen again."

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Sabah Progressive Party president Datuk Seri Yong Teck Lee says Sabahans would view this proposal as a tactic to irreversibly change the demography of Sabah

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Another opposition leader, Sabah Progressive Party president Datuk Seri Yong Teck Lee, was of the view that people would immediately see this as another tactic to irreversibly change the demography of Sabah. “Without a comprehensive solution on the illegals issue, Zahid is adding fuel to the fire. “People will see it as a tactic to irreversibly change the demography of Sabah, to the detriment of Sabahans and Sabah natives,” he said.

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Given the dark history of illegal immigrants being given the right to vote, Star Sabah Chief Jeffrey Kitingan warned that Sabahans are not comfortable with the Home Ministry's proposal. He suggests that birth certs of stateless children must be differentiated from the locals'.

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Star Sabah Chief Jeffrey Kitingan is in principle against the Home Ministry’s plan to issue local birth certificates to stateless children of foreigners in Sabah but is open to the idea of talks on the issue. Zahid Hamidi's Announcement Rang An Alarm Among Sabahans

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He warned that Sabahans are not comfortable with the idea to resolve the plight of the stateless children of foreigners “given the dark history of illegal immigrants being entered in the electoral rolls for reasons of political expediency”.

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“It is a lame and unacceptable excuse that the birth certificates are given to future schooling purpose. It is nothing more than a disguise to eventually giving them ICs, citizenship and the right to vote. It is treason, to say the least,” he said. “The Sabah government needs to safeguard the rights and interests of Sabahans and to stand up to the federal government and stop their treasonous acts before it is too late,” he stressed.

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Holding out an olive branch under the Task Force idea, he stressed that if the stateless children of foreigners in Sabah are eventually issued local birth certificates, it must be differentiated from the one held by Malaysians. “They must be classified in the birth certificate as non-Malaysian,” he said. “The birth certificates should of a different colour.”

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Highlighting the same issue, Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Joseph Pairin says the birth certs can be issued on humanitarian grounds but the government has to ensure that the rights and interests of Sabahans will be protected

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“It may be done on  humanitarian grounds, but this is a very delicate issue and we must be careful not to add more problems to the existing ones we are now facing in Sabah, such as the.presence of illegal immigrants and the use of illegal documents.

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“When we allow this (the proposal), then people from other countries can easily obtain identification cards and use them to vote during the elections, and this include those who had obtained ICs illegally,” Pairin, who is also the Infrastructure Development Minister, stressed.

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“If you are doing this on humanitarian grounds, I believe soon we all can do anything, all in the name of ‘humanitarian grounds’. “To me, the genuine Sabahans long for the feeling of being protected and cared for. “They want the government to do something more so that their interest are properly defended,” said Pairin when met after receiving a call from National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.

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Gabungan Pergerakan Pemuda Sabah (GPPS) president Datuk Jake Jikulin Nointin, "We do not want this to be done purely for political interest of some quarters to the extent that the rights of the natives in Sabah are eroded."

However, Gabungan Pergerakan Pemuda Sabah (GPPS) president Datuk Jake Jikulin Nointin said their fear was that the rights of Sabah natives would be compromised if the move to issue birth certificates was implemented.

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GPPS, an alliance comprising youth leaders from Barisan Nasional’s Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS), Parti Upko and Parti Bersatu Rakyat Sabah (PBRS), said any move to grant birth certificates must have a clear and transparent agreement as well as consent of the Sabahans. “We do not want this to be done purely for political interest of some quarters to the extent that the rights of the natives in Sabah are eroded,” said Nointin, who is PBS Youth chief.

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But GPPS believes the Government should issue stateless children with special passes instead, said Nointin. “The Government can consider granting them citizenship if they meet all requirements under the law,” he added. He said GPPS felt that Putrajaya should work with Wisma Putra, the Philippine embassy, Unesco and relevant groups to find ways to resolve the issue of stateless children in Sabah.

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In response, the National Registration Department explained that birth certs must be issued for any child born in the country, irrespective of the parents' nationality status, under the United Nations' children's rights convention.

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Birth certificates must be issued for any child born in the country under the United Nations’ children’s rights convention, said National Registration Department director-general Datuk Sulaiman Keling. He said under the Births and Deaths Registration Act 1957, the department was required to register and issue birth certificates irrespective of the parents’ nationality status.

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“Since July 1, 2011, NRD has been issuing red birth certificates for children of foreigners or those whose citizenship is yet to be established or deemed stateless. Children of locals are issued green birth certificates,” he said.

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Furthermore, Lawyers for Liberty says these fear, warnings, and demands would have serious repercussions on the lives and human rights of the vulnerable people in Sabah

While we do not doubt the issues they have raised, we view with serious concerns the populist and alarmist nature of their demands that may have serious repercussion on the lives and human rights of some of the most vulnerable people in Sabah, including undocumented women and street children of refugee/migrant descent.

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Many live in poverty and a life of exploitation, unable to access basic social services like healthcare and education but are also unfairly blamed and easily targeted by politicians for social ills, including insecurity and violent crimes in Sabah.

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They explained that birth registration is a fundamental right of all children and is different from a citizenship

Birth registration is a fundamental right of all children and a basic function of all modern governments. It is also an international obligation as required by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, ratified by 194 States, including Malaysia.

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Let us be clear, birth registration only certifies birth, place of birth, parentage and is wholly different from the issue of citizenship. All citizenship matters including the granting of citizenship, identity documents and registration in the electoral roll must be conducted properly and in accordance with established laws, regulations and practises and not through corrupt practises, fraud or for improper political gains – which should not be connected with the issue of birth registration.

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Miss Universe Thailand Wears Gown Made Of Pull Tabs As Homage To Trash Collector Parents

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The current Miss Universe Thailand is making headlines for wearing a unique evening gown made out of soda can pull tabs during the Miss Universe 2022's preliminary competition last Wednesday, 11 January

The 24-year-old beauty queen, Anna Sueangam-iam, wowed viewers with her stunning dress, which was made with her inspirational story and sustainability in mind.According to Miss Universe Thailand, the 'Hidden Precious Diamond Dress' was designed by Thai fashion brand Manirat, and was created using recycled pull tabs from aluminium cans and Swarovski crystals.

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Sueangam-iam said the gown was inspired by the familiar surroundings of her childhood

In an Instagram post explaining her background, she wrote, "Growing up with garbage collector parents, my life as a child was among piles of garbage and recyclables.""This unique gown was purposefully tailored-made with discarded and recycled materials, namely can tabs to present to the universe that what's considered worthless by many actually possesses its own value and beauty.""Thank you all for seeing it, hearing it, and hopefully [carry on this] message of self-worth."

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The Bangkok native said she was often called the "garbage beauty queen" or "Miss Garbage" due to her impoverished childhood

Although the title went to Miss USA R'Bonney Gabriel today, 16 January, Sueangam-iam was no less competition to become a Miss Universe crown holder."You must not get stuck with murky surroundings you were born into, but do believe you have the power to change your own life for the better," she said.

Last year, a Thai celebrity media tycoon and transgender rights advocate bought the Miss Universe Organization:

                The Miss Universe Organization Is Now Owned By A Woman For The First Time Ever

The new owner is a Thai celebrity media tycoon, who plans on expanding the beauty pageant in Asia.

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12 Firemen Rush To JB Hospital After Man Gets Ring Stuck On Broken Finger

A man in Johor suffered serious injuries after getting his ring stuck to the door handle of a lorry

According to Harian Metro, the incident caused the 23-year-old man's finger to tear and he could not remove the ring he was wearing.While being treated at Sultan Ismail Hospital (HSI) in Johor Bahru, they also found that he had fractured his ring finger.

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The emergency ward had to seek assistance from the Fire and Rescue Department to remove the ring

Tebrau Fire and Rescue Department operations chief Khairul Azhar Abdul Aziz told the Malay daily that his team received a call at 3.39pm on Monday, 30 November.He explained that the hospital required the rescue department's help to remove the ring using a special tool."The victim said that his finger got stuck to the door handle while getting off a lorry, causing the skin on his finger to tear," he said."He went to HSI to receive further treatment and the hospital called firemen to help cut the ring he was wearing."

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The victim had to endure about an hour of pain before the ring was finally removed

Sinar Harian reported that a total of 12 firemen were dispatched to the hospital and it took them roughly 20 minutes to cut the ring.