Khas Buat ’90’s Kids’, Bandai Keluarkan Edisi Terbaru Tamagotchi Selepas 21 Tahun

Kalau zaman kecil-kecil dulu anda tidak berjaya untuk mendapatkan Tamagotchi, jangan risau kerana kini anda berpeluang untuk mendapatkannya!

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Ingatkah lagi zaman dulu,  permainan seperti Pokemon dan Digimon adalah permainan yang sering anda main untuk mengisi masa lapang. Jika anda salah seorang 90’s kids, mesti anda sudah biasa dengar tentang permainan ini yang dikenali dengan nama Tamagotchi. Tamagotchi merupakan sebuat alat permainan kecil yang memberi anda peluang untuk membela haiwan peliharaan yang sungguh comel secara virtual. Permainan ini telah direka oleh sebuah syarikat permainan Jepun, Bandai pada tahun 1996.

Berita yang mengujakan buat semua ialah Syarikat Bandai bakal mengeluarkan kembali model ini dengan pemilihan 6 warna klasik mereka

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Setelah 2 dekad berada di pasaran, Tamagotchi masih lagi mempunyai peminat mereka yang tersendiri. Bukan itu saja, ramai antara mereka yang masih mendapatkan alat permainan ini secara online melalui Amazon. Disebabkan itu, Syarikat Bandai telah mengambil keputusan untuk mengeluarkan semula model ini di pasaran dengan pemilihan 6 warna klasik mereka. Jangan terkejut tetapi di Amazon, model ini dijual dengan harga sebanyak $129.50 (RM574.14). Walaupun harga yang dijual tidak masuk akal, namun masih ramai antara mereka yang masih membelinya. Berita keluaran semula model ini di pasaran membuat ramai peminat teruja dan tidak sabar untuk mendapatkannya. Lebih menarik lagi, model ini bakal dijual dengan harga lebih rendah berbanding 21 tahun yang lepas iaitu dengan harga runcit sebanyak $13.55 (RM60.07).

Menarik lagi tentang edisi baru ini ialah saiz dan beberapa fungsinya akan diperbaharui

Ini adalah antara wajah terbaru Tamagotchi.
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Salah satu feature yang berbeza mengenai edisi terbaru Tamagotchi ini ialah saiznya yang dikecilkan. Bukan itu saja, dikatakan juga beberapa watak dan fungsi permainan ini akan diperkenalkan juga.Setakat ini, versi terbaru Tamagotchi ini hanya boleh didapati di Jepun dan Amazon Japan sahaja. Jika anda seorang peminat Tamagotchi, mungkin ini boleh menjadi satu alasan untuk anda ke Jepun. Tapi, kalau tak cukup bajet ataupun kesuntukan masa, kirim sahajalah pada rakan anda yang mungkin akan melawat ke Jepun dalam masa terdekat.

Ini dia Tamagotchi yang dikeluarkan pada tahun 1996! Ingat lagi?

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MBSA Councillor Hits Back At Idris' Advice About Muslims Participating In Bon Odori Event

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Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Idris Ahmad has been slammed for advising Malaysian Muslims not to participate in a Japanese Festival that will be taking place in Shah Alam, Selangor in July

In a statement today, 7 June, Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) councillor Muhammad Shakir Ameer Mohideen said that Idris' advice shows his lack of understanding and ignorance on cultural diversity in the country.Shakir pointed out that the Bon Odori festival has been observed in Malaysia for over 30 years and does not contain non-Islamic religious influence."From my understanding, the main attraction is the musical elements of it such as the dance and the drums. ...Why does it have to become an issue now?" he asked.

Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) councillor Muhammad Shakir Ameer Mohideen.
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Bon Odori is a summer festival originating in Japan, held to honour, appreciate, and remember ancestors through dancing

According to Malaysiakini, the festival is also celebrated annually by local Japanese clubs and associations in Selangor, Penang, and Sabah in Malaysia.The Selangor event is organised by the Japan Club of Kuala Lumpur and the Embassy Of Japan in Malaysia, among others, while being supported by the state government.This year, it is being held at the Shah Alam Sports Complex on 16 July.When it was announced, Idris warned Malaysian Muslims against participating in the event as it celebrates elements of other religions and could affect their own beliefs.

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Idris Ahmad.
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Criticising Idris, Shakir argued that the event held in Malaysia is more of a cultural and commercial celebration, rather than a religious one

He said the event is also symbolic of Malaysia's close diplomatic ties with Japan, and it is only natural that the Japanese expatriates living in the country would like to celebrate and showcase their culture."This is why a party like PAS shouldn't be given the chance to administer the country again," said Shakir,  who is also the DAP Youth vice-chief."They will ruin the social fabric of the country and ban every cultural celebration as they please while judging others. What they are doing now is just the beginning.""Muslims should be given the chance to evaluate themselves on various cultural celebrations in a very diverse Malaysia," he added."We cannot allow opinions from PAS leaders to deny us Malaysians from embracing cultural diversity."

Women dance during the Minato Mirai Bon Odori festival in Yokohama, Japan.
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A child trying out a game booth at a Bon Odori festival in Malaysia in 2019.
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Meanwhile, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari  has said the state government will consult related authorities on the religious status of the festival

According to The Star, Amirudin Shari said the government has always considered the festival a cultural event.He added that the event is held in the spirit of "looking east" as well as strengthening ties between companies and people with ties to Japan."I believe this is the same as other festivals, for example, Ponggal. I am not sure (Bon Odori here) has religious elements," he was quoted as saying.

Read more about what the minister said:

                Religious Affairs Minister Says Muslims Shouldn't Participate In Bon Odori Festival

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[VIDEO] Spending CNY Away From Your Loved Ones? This Celcom Ad Will Give You All The Feels

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We all look forward to seeing awesome, heartfelt Chinese New Year ads at this time of the year

For the Year of the Rat, Celcom released a video, titled A Time For All, in which a boy finds his own creative ways to celebrate Chinese New Year with his loved ones

Check out the heartwarming video below:

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The video starts off with a little girl eagerly practicing her CNY greetings and well wishes

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Wishing happiness and prosperity, luck and profit, abundance every year, and wealth, the little girl soon halts her practice when her family's first CNY open house guests arrive!

With all the festive cheer, it seems like everyone is having a good time, especially as more guests start to pour in

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Hope she put her CNY greetings to good use! With the ethnic diversity of our people, there's nothing quite like a Malaysian Chinese New Year. :')Also, just imagine how much ang pow the little girl got. Admin doesn't get ang pow.

Walao! Kids these days and technology. Using a DRONE to bring them their yummy CNY cookies. But it's strange to see the older boy so glued to his tablet.

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With the kids happily playing and the adults mingling, it's pretty clear that everyone is having tonnes of fun! But what's up with this boy lah? Why's he so obsessed with his tablet? Why isn't he socialising with anyone? And most importantly, why his parents never scold him for his behaviour?!

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PLOT TWIST - it turns out the boy isn't even there in person to join in on all the fun :(

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Though it's sad that the boy isn't there in person, the video shows us how technology can help bridge the gap between people across the world, especially during the festive season!With the advancement of 5G connectivity, the boy is able to use drones, smart home appliances, and virtual reality (VR) to celebrate Chinese New Year with his loved ones back home, even if he can't be physically present to enjoy the festivities with everybody.The most meaningful and bittersweet of these experiences was his ability to take his own place at the table for the reunion dinner.

This Chinese New Year, Celcom wants to bring everyone closer together!

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"The promise of tomorrow's technology will strengthen our bonds rather than separate us from the moments that matter."So true. :')

The rapid evolution of technology allows us to share and celebrate this festive season with friends and family, no matter where you are in the world

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For Celcom, this heartwarming story offers a glimpse into the likely future we will all be able to experience with the advent of 5G connectivity. From the way we live, to how we work and play, every aspect of our lives will be drastically improved, thanks to the game-changing benefits of 5G.To learn more about 5G, click here.

Check out the full press release from Celcom below:

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To keep up to date with the latest happenings, follow Celcom on YouTube and Facebook. To learn more about Celcom's products, head to their official website or the nearest bluecube now!

Have a very prosperous and happy Chinese New Year! :)

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AirAsia Mansuhkan Caj klia2 Mulai 7 Januari Untuk Kekalkan Tambang Rendah

Bermula hari ini, 7 Januari 2019, AirAsia akan memansuhkan caj RM3 fi klia2 bagi kesemua penerbangan yang berlepas dari klia2

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Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif (CEO) AirAsia Malaysia Riad Asmat berkata, “Selaras dengan pengumuman kami minggu lepas, kami telah memansuhkan fi klia2. Sejak dari mula, kami telah mengatakan yang klia2 adalah tidak sesuai untuk operasi syarikat penerbangan tambang rendah dan kami akan terus ke Malaysia Airports untuk segala kos tambahan yang mereka kenakan ke atas kami.”

Fi klia2 yang diperkenal pada Mei 2014 adalah bagi menampung kos tambahan yang terhasil dari penggunaan fasiliti mandatori

Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) mengenakan fi ini di klia2 bagi penggunaan fasiliti mandatori seperti jambatan udara, sistem daftar masuk SITA dan sistem menaiki pesawat, yang tiada di LCCT sebelum ini.

Sebelum ini, AirAsia dan MAHB telah 'berperang' tentang isu cukai RM73 yang dikenakan untuk setiap penumpang. AirAsia dilapor hanya mengutip RM50.

AirAsia telah menentang secara dasar, kenaikan Passenger Service Charge (PSC) ini sejak diumumkan oleh Suruhanjaya Penerbangan Malaysia (MAVCOM) pada 2017.Kutipan RM50 setiap penumpang oleh AirAsia berbentuk satu ‘protes’ terhadap kadar kenaikan caj PSC ini kepada setiap penumpang.Terdapat kemungkinan pergelutan antara dua pihak itu akan berlarutan dan kemungkinan akan ke mahkamah, terutamanya jika AirAsia tetap berdegil dan tidak mahu membayar tuntutan cukai seperti diminta oleh MAHB.

MAHB kemudian berkata pihak mereka tidak pernah pun mengenakan caj RM3 fi tersebut di klia2. Sebaliknya, caj tersebut dikenakan sendiri oleh AirAsia dan dimasukkan dalam tambang.

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"Bayaran klia2 itu telah dikenakan dan dikutip sendiri oleh AirAsia sejak terminal klia2 mula beroperasi pada 2014," kata MAHB dalam satu kenyataan."Satu-satunya caj kepada penumpang yang dikutip oleh MAHB adalah caj perkhidmatan penumpang (PSC) sebanyak RM11 untuk pelepasan Domestik, RM35 untuk pelepasan Antarabangsa ke negara-negara ASEAN dan RM73 untuk pelepasan Antarabangsa ke negara-negara Bukan ASEAN."

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Parents, Here Are 5 Ways To Care For Your Children At Home If They Get HFMD

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Last week, the number of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in Malaysia exceeded the national alert level of 1,150 cases per week from 7 May to 13 May

Health director-general Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan told Bernama that a total of 9,822 HFMD cases have been reported so far this year, with Selangor being the highest contributing state at 2,443 cases as of 13 May.He added that out of 9,822 cases, 8,587 of them are children aged six and below.

With the outbreak ongoing, here are some steps you can take to care for your child at home if they are infected with HFMD:

1. Offer them plenty of fluids

As children with HFMD often present with fever, lethargy, and poor appetite, it is important to keep them hydrated with plenty of fluids.Avoid acidic drinks, like orange juice, as it may worsen the pain caused by mouth ulcers.

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2. Feed them cold and soft meals

Foods that are cooling and easy to eat will help soothe a sore throat and painful mouth. Examples of cold snacks that your kids will love: plain yoghurt or fruit yoghurts, smoothies, milkshakes, and maybe even ice cream.

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3. Leave those blisters alone

According to Gleneagles, tiny blisters, about 3mm to 7mm in diameter, may appear on palms, soles of feet, surface of the tongue, roof of the mouth, and inner cheeks.No matter how much the blisters prove to be of annoyance, make sure to not pierce or scratch them as the fluid within is infectious.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) explains that the fluid secreted in the blisters contains the virus that causes HFMD.

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4. Treat your child's mouth pain

According to Childrens' Hospital of Philadelphia, paracetamol and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, are effective pain relieving medicines.Please consult your doctor immediately if:- Your child does not want to drink water and is showing signs of dehydration, such as decreased urination, as well as dry lips and mouth- Your child's fever lasts more than three days- Your child is in a lot of pain- Your child is too lethargic- Your child hasn't recovered from symptoms after 10 days

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5. Lots and lots of rest

Make sure your kids get an adequate amount of rest, it will help them to recover faster.Ross Bridge Pediatrics emphasises that sleep is essential because the human body releases cytokines during sleep, which aids in the immune system's response to fight off infections. Furthermore, by resting, the body can direct more resources to fight off infections.

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Here is a full guide on everything you need to know about HFMD:

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This PJ Group Is Rescuing Strays & Finding Them New Homes. Here's How You Can Help

A team of independent volunteers in Petaling Jaya is looking for loving homes for dogs and cats that are rescued off the streets

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With the increase of developments in Damansara Perdana area, many of these strays have been forced to leave their natural habitat and are often subject to abuse on the streets.Damansara Perdana Strays Rescue is made up of a handful of residents, who each hold full-time jobs, but spend any additional time they have to help strays in their community.

One of their rescue cats named Kuro is waiting for someone to adopt it.
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All animals rescued are put up for adoption based on their ability to be rehabilitated into home pets

The pets are temporarily fostered by a few volunteers or the group pays for pet boarding while looking for homes for them.Due to a limited number of fosterers, some strays can only be neutered or spayed before being released back on the streets.

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The group seeks help and advice from a couple of independent animal shelters, like UnderOneWoof and MunMun Furry Sanctuary.They also work with non-profit organisations like Voice for Paws and My Forever Doggo. All of which encourage the public to adopt instead of shop for animals.

The group ensures that the animals are healthy before they rehome them.
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To home one of these sweet dogs or cats, all you'll need to do is go through an interview questionnaire before signing an adoption agreement

Even if you're unable to adopt a pet right now, you can still contribute by donating pet food, toys, or volunteer to help the group in any way you can.

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A fundraising event recently organised by Tammy Lim and a plant group managed to raise RM2,000 for the group.
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Aside from pet food donations and toys, you can offer monetary donations. They recently set up a fundraising campaign here.For other donations, reach out to them on Facebook or Instagram.

If you have leftover food from events, this project will help to collect and donate it to stray animals:

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Someone Who Claimed To Be From Bukit Aman Issued A Bomb Threat At Shah Alam Courts Complex

A man who claimed to be a Bukit Aman police officer issued a bomb threat at the Shah Alam High Court earlier today, 19 November

"The district police received an emergency 999 call from the Shah Alam High Court director over a bomb threat received by the court's staff this morning," Shah Alam district police chief Baharudin Mat Taib said, according to Malaysiakini.

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The Shah Alam courts complex was then evacuated

"Police went to the location and ordered for it to be evacuated. The Bomb Squad and K9 unit conducted checks, but did not find any bomb or threatening objects at the area," Baharudin said.

Firemen were also dispatched to the scene

"The department dispatched eight firemen from the Shah Alam Fire Station (to the scene)," Selangor Fire and Rescue Department operations center chief Alimaddia Bukri told Malaysiakini. "The firemen at the scene have initiated evacuation procedures and are waiting for the police (to conduct checks)," he added.

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The building was declared safe at 12.45pm, and all court officials were allowed to reenter the court.The bomb threat is being investigated under Section 506 of the Penal Code for criminal intimidation.

Netizens have since taken videos of the situation at the courts complex

There’s a bomb threat in Shah Alam Court Complex. Everyone is asked to leave the building immediately pic.twitter.com/R98q53Fm9b— LOY (@singingLOYer) November 19, 2018

There’s a bomb threat at Shah Alam Court. Everyone is asked to vacate the building. pic.twitter.com/aghw8oTIXw— AG (@aisahghani_) November 19, 2018


High-Flyer: Malaysia Airlines Ranked 26th Best Commercial Airline In The World

The 2022 Airline Index by luggage company Bounce has ranked Malaysia Airlines as the 26th best airline out of 50 others, beating British Airways by a hair

Malaysia Airlines scored 83.98% for on-time arrival rate, with only an 8.01% chance of cancellation, as well as 3/5 for meals, in-flight entertainment, seat comfort, and staff service.Analysis was conducted by comparing 62 of the biggest airlines in the world based on their on-time arrival rate, cancellation records, customer ratings, and free luggage allowance. However, only 50 airlines of the 62 made it onto the list.

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Flying high at the very top of the list is Singapore Airlines

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Malaysia's neighbour recorded one of the lowest cancellation rates over the last year, at just 0.19%. Paired with a reliable on-time arrival rate of 86.04%, Singapore Airlines is also one of the only airlines on the list to record 4/5 or above across all four categories, such as: in-flight entertainment, meals, seat comfort, and staff service.

Comparatively, Indonesian-based airline Lion Air sits at the bottom of the list

It touts a disappointing 42.27% on-time arrival rate alongside a shocking 34.43% cancellation rate, which, for context, means one-third of their flights had been cancelled over the year 2021.The airline scored a mere 1/5 on meals and in-flight entertainment, and 2/5 on staff service and seat comfort.

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"Aku Pun Terkejut" - Baru Nak Masak Ikan Haruan, Sekali Hidup Balik Ini Buat Semua Cuak

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Ikan yang baru ditangkap kadangkala masih hidup semasa dibawa balik ke rumah

Macam-macam ikan segar yang ditangkap nelayan untuk dimasak pada hari tersebut. Kalau nak makan ikan, mesti kena pilih yang fresh betul tak?Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video di TikTok yang memaparkan seorang wanita ingin memasak ikan haruan tetapi ia masih hidup telah mencuri tumpuan. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @diaziela mcm mner wei nk bagi ikan haruan nie mati ... hidup2 nie...  original sound - Dia Ziela - Dia Ziela

Semua naik pening ikan haruan masih hidup

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan seorang wanita sedang berada di dalam dapur untuk menyiapkan hidangan makan tengah hari. Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian ramai adalah apabila dia mendapati ikan haruannya itu masih hidup dan belum mati. Pelbagai cara telah dia lakukan untuk matikan ikan tersebut, namun gagal. Bila diletak garam, ikan itu dilihat tidak bergerak. Namun, sebaik saja wanita itu meletakkan air, ikan itu terus hidup membuatkan semua terus melompat. Lihat video sambungan itu di bawah:

  @diaziela part 2 ramai komen ketok kepala.. kami try  original sound - Dia Ziela - Dia Ziela

"Kak, cuba suruh dia tahan nafas 2 jam" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 2.2M tontonan, 172K tanda suka dan 8K komen di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terkejut. Malah, ramai yang menyakat selepas melihat video itu. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Lawaklah baca komen, harap-harap dah settle ya kak! :D

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Pelajar Malaysia 21 Tahun Dari Kedah Mati Lemas Di New Zealand

[TERKINI] "Dia berkelakuan aneh sebelum pulang, malah dia tak peluk cium kami macam biasa"

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Bapa kepada Abdul Amzar Azim yang ditemui lemas di Tasik Karapiro, New Zealand Ahad lalu berkata anaknya menunjukkan perubahan yang sangat ketara, beberapa hari sebelum berangkat balik ke negara itu.Menurutnya seperti yang dilapor oleh BERNAMA, anaknya yang baru kembali ke New Zealand setelah bercuti tiga bulan sejak November, menunjukkan perangai pelik seperti memasuk dan mengeluarkan semula pakaiannnya ke dalam bagasi berulang kali, seminggu sebelum berangkat.“Bilik dia macam tongkang pecah, dia seolah-olah terlalu berat hati untuk kembali ke New Zealand. Pada hari dia nak bertolak balik pula, dia tak bercakap sepatah pun dengan kami dan tidak memeluk dan mencium kami seperti biasa,” kata Azmi Abd Seman, 49.

Walaupun sedih dengan berita kematian ini, Azmi bersyukur kerana anaknya ditemui dalam keadaan wajah yang berseri-seri

Azmi berkata anaknya sebelum ini kerap ke tasik tersebut bersama rakan-rakannya yang lain untuk beriadah, namun hanya pada hari kejadian, Allahyarham memutuskan untuk mandi di situ.“Selalunya dia tidak akan mandi tetapi pada hari itu dia kata mahu mandi namun rakannya yang lain tidak ikut sama. Hanya dia seorang. Rakannya di sana memaklumkan mayat anak saya ditemui di dasar tasik. Walaupun sedih, saya gembira kerana mereka beritahu wajahnya sangat berseri-seri ketika ditemui,” kata Azmi lagi.

Ahad, 26 Februari 2017: Satu ketika, dia sedang bergambar di Tasik Karapiro. Kemudian, dia terus hilang dan tidak dapat dikesan.

Pencarian seorang lelaki berusia 21 tahun yang hilang pada Ahad, 26 Februari 2017 telah dibatalkan apabila cuaca mula gelap pada sebelah petang. Namun, penyelam polis menemui mayat pada tengah hari keesokan harinya (hari ini).

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Rakan serumah, Amar Rafaee berkata mangsa, Abdul Azim Amzar (atau Am) meninggalkan Flat Hamilton East bersama 4 rakan lain untuk berbasikal di sepanjang Hamilton River Trail sebelum beliau lemas

Dipercayai, pelajar kejuruteraan mekanikal dari Malaysia itu meminta salah seorang rakannya untuk mengambil gambar beliau sedang terapung di atas permukaan tasik.Menurut Amar, sejurus selepas rakannya mengambil gambar, tiba-tiba mangsa menjerit dan terkapai-kapai meminta pertolongan. Katanya lagi, beberapa orang yang berada berdekatan kawasan itu cuba untuk menyelamatkan mangsa.

Beberapa orang rakan mangsa berada di tempat kejadian.
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Difahamkan, Tasik Karapiro merupakan sebuah lokasi yang popular dan selamat untuk berenang

Tasik Karapiro.
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Ahli Majlis Daerah Waipa, Liz Stolwyk berkata sebahagian kawasan tasik adalah zon berenang yang selamat untuk keluarga."Daripada apa yang saya faham, mangsa dikatakan berenang di bahagian selatan, tetapi ditemui di bahagian lain. Bermakna, ada kemungkinan mangsa terkeluar daripada zon selamat yang menyebabkan beliau lemas," kata Liz.Liz juga berkata tasik ini selalunya tenang dengan kedalaman yang agak cetek dan tidak merbahaya."Pada masa ini paras air sangat rendah iaitu pada pada paras lutut. Ramai anak kecil berenang di kawasan ini kerana ia cetek," katanya lagi.

Dalam pada itu, Amar Rafaee memberitahu bahawa sudah menjadi kebiasaan bagi rakannya itu untuk pergi berbasikal ke Tasik Karapiro

"Saya tidak tahu jika dia adalah perenang yang baik, tetapi dia memang boleh berenang."Terdapat sekumpulan penduduk Malaysia yang agak besar di sini kira-kira 70 orang. Kami kenal setiap seorang daripada mereka. Jadi, sudah menjadi rutin yang normal bagi rakan-rakan saya untuk berbasikal ke Tasik Karapiro," ujar Amar.Mangsa merupakan pelajar di Universiti Waikato sejak setahun yang lalu.

Universiti Waikato, New Zealand.
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Ibu bapa mangsa telah sedia maklum terhadap kejadian malang yang menimpa ke atas anak mereka

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Namun, mereka sekeluarga memutuskan untuk tidak ke New Zealand memandangkan pihak bertanggungjawab memaklumkan akan menguruskan jenazah anak mereka sehingga tiba di Kedah, sebelum dikebumikan di Tanah Perkuburan Islam Masjid Hutan Kampung.

Sama-sama kita sedekahkan Al-Fatihah buat Allahyarham Abdul Azim Amzar. Semoga ditempatkan dikalangan orang-orang beriman. Amin.

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2 M'sian Sniffer Dogs Will Be Deployed To Turkiye For Earthquake Search & Rescue Efforts

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Two Malaysian K9 sniffer dogs will be deployed to Turkiye today, 9 February, to aid in search and rescue (SAR) efforts for victims involved in the earthquake disaster that struck the region on Monday, 6 February

According to Bernama, sniffer dogs, Frankie and Denti, are part of the second batch of rescuers from Malaysia, which comprises of 20 Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) members, 30 Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM), and 30 members of the Civil Defence Force (APM).Malaysia has already sent a team of 70 SMART personnel to Turkiye on Monday, when the tragedy struck.JBPM's Tactical Operations Rescue Team of Malaysia (STORM) chief commander Ismail Abdul Ghani told reporters that the Labrador Retriever and English Springer Spaniel are part of the SMART team and are trained to be ready for deployment anywhere abroad."The purpose of us bringing these tracker dogs is to maximise the (rescue) efforts when we are there, as their role is to find the victims' locations," Ismail said.Frankie and Denti will endure an 11-hour long flight to Turkiye but Ismail assured everyone that the canines have been assessed for their ability to travel by air before deployment.

Denti (left) and Frankie (right) alongside their handlers at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang.
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In what was described as the worst natural disaster to have occurred in the 21st century, the 7.8 magnitude earthquake devasted numerous regions in Turkiye and Syria

The devastating earthquake struck 23km east of Nurdagi in the Turkish Gaziantep province at a depth of over 24.1km, at approximately 4.15am.A second 6.5 magnitude quake occurred 11 minutes after the initial quake, followed by a 7.5 magnitude aftershock nine hours later. The earthquake has since claimed a combined total of 12,000 lives, left 40,190 injured, and collapsed over 5,700 buildings.On Tuesday, 7 February, Turkiye declared a three-month state of emergency in 10 regions — Adana, Adıyaman, Diyarbakir, Gaziantep, Hatay, Kahramanmaras, Kilis, Malatya, Osmaniye, and Sanliurfa.Donations are pouring in from countries from around the world, including Malaysia, which has donated USD1 million (RM4.3 million) to aid surviving victims of the earthquake.

Civilians looking upon the remains of a destroyed building in Kahramanmaras, Turkiye.
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While covering the earthquake disaster at ground zero, a news reporter abandoned his live broadcast to save a young girl:

                News Reporter Abandons Live Broadcast To Save Young Girl From The Earthquake In Turkiye

After settling the crying girl down and comforting her, the reporter proceeds to resume his broadcast.

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While earthquakes are unlikely to happen to Malaysia, here is a helpful guide on what to do during one:

                Here's What You Should Do In The Unlikely Event Of An Earthquake In Malaysia

The number one rule is: Drop, cover, and hold on.

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Video Of A Man Being Abducted By 5 People In Broad Daylight In Alor Setar Goes Viral

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A video of a man being abducted by five individuals in broad daylight in Alor Setar, Kedah has gone viral on social media, leading to the arrest of four suspects connected to the incident

In the 42-second video, the group can be seen shoving a man into a white Perodua Viva. Among the five individuals, one of them is a woman.The victim is heard screaming throughout the video, and the person filming it is also heard shouting at them.

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After the victim's father lodged a police report, the authorities arrested four individuals connected to the case

According to Harian Metro, the 27-year-old victim was abducted in front of a hotel in Shahab Perdana, Mergong on Monday, 24 April.Kota Setar police chief ACP Ahmad Shukri Mat Akhir said three suspects were arrested at separate locations around Changlun, Jitra, and Alor Setar between 7pm and 9pm last night, 25 April, following the first arrest in the morning.The suspects are aged between 39 and 43, and the female suspect tested positive for drugs."This makes the number of arrests in relation to the case so far to four people," said Ahmad Shukri.They will be remanded until 1 May to assist in the investigation. The police are currently probing the motivation behind the abduction.

The video of the incident can be found below:


"Halal Ke?" - Check 9 Tempat Makan Halal Di Penang Untuk 'Kaki Makan'. Tak Perlu Ragu Dah

Penang memang syurga makanan!
Macam-macam jenis makanan anda boleh jumpa di sana. Memang tak sah kalau pergi Penang tanpa food hunting!

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Memang sedap dan puas hati walaupun terpaksa beratur panjang di bawah cuaca panas dengan ribuan manusia yang turut berkunjung ke tempat yang sama.Struggle tapi berbaloi.

Namun, jika anda ingin ke tempat yang memang confirm halal, boleh lihat senarai di bawah:

1. Restoran Kapitan

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Restoran ini dibuka 24 jam dan menu paling popular adalah Nasi Kandar. Ada juga pilihan lain seperti Mee Goreng dan Roti Canai. Biasanya pengunjung yang datang akan mencuba menu special mereka iaitu Claypot Briyani yang dihidangkan dengan pelbagai pilihan bermula dari ayam, daging dan mutton. Tandoori ayam bersama roti naan pun ada, memang sedap.Cubalah sendiri. Mesti meleleh air liur!Alamat: 93, Lebuh Chulia, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.

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2. Nasi Kandar Beratur

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Bila bercakap tentang Nasi Kandar Beratur mesti ramai tahu tempat ini memang tak pernah tak ramai. Tak kisahlah datang pukul berapa sekali pun, line masih panjang. Buat yang masih belum pernah cuba, WAJIB!Paling sedap jika anda pilih lauk ayam goreng berempah bersama sayur bendi, sotong besar dengan campuran kuah kari yang sungguh berempah. Fuh, layan.Alamat: 98, Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, 10300 George Town, Penang.Waktu operasi: Dibuka setiap hari. 10am-10pm.

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3. Mee Sotong Special Hameed Pata

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Kalau ke Penang, jangan sesekali lupa untuk singgah makan Mee Sotong Hameed Pata. Hidangan ini merupakan antara makanan istimewa yang hanya terdapat di Penang. Biasanya sinonim dengan Nasi Kandar.Antara menu yang popular di sini adalah Mee Rebus Sotong dan Mee Goreng Sotong. Sepinggan Mee Sotong ini digoreng berempah bersama taugeh, ubi kentang, dan telur yang dihidangkan bersama sambal sotong dan hirisan limau yang diperah untuk menambahkan lagi rasa. Ummmph! Cubalah sendiri.Alamat: Hameed ‘Pata’ Mee Sotong. 6, Kota Selera Padang Kota Lama (Fort Cornwallis Food Court), Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah,10200, Georgetown, Penang.Waktu operasi: 11:30am – 8:00pm (Isnin-Sabtu). Tutup setiap hari Ahad.

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4. Sup Hameed

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Nak pekena sup terkenal di Penang iaitu Sup Hameed?Inilah masanya. Jika anda ke Penang, boleh singgah ke kedai sup ini, memang puas hati. Boleh order menu yang biasanya dipesan oleh orang ramai iaitu sup ayam, sup daging, sup lidah atau sup perut.Semua jenis menu sup akan dihidangkan dengan roti benggali, baru perfect!Alamat: 48, Jalan Penang, 10000 George Town, Penang.Waktu operasi: Dibuka setiap hari, 24 jam.

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5. Roti Canai Transfer Road

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Tempat ini memang wajib diterjah!Roti Canai dan Roti Goyang Transfer Road, memang popular sangat. Menu yang wajib cuba tentulah roti canai dan roti telur goyang. Untuk roti canai, anda boleh pesan roti telur atau roti canai biasa untuk dimakan bersama kari ayam, kari kambing, kari ikan dan sebagainya.Selalunya menu ini dimakan secara banjir, baru layan. Kalau anda ingin cuba roti bakar telur goyang pun boleh, tapi kalau order satu memang tak cukup.Alamat: 56 Jalan Transfer, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.Waktu operasi: 6.30am - 1pm & 3.30pm - 7pm.

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6. Mee Goreng Bangkok Lane

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Bagi yang masih belum pernah mencuba Mee Goreng Bangkok Lane ini, ianya terletak di dalam sebuah kedai kopi yang dipanggil Seng Lee Coffeeshop. Menu yang popular di sini pula mestilah Mee Goreng Mamak Style digoreng oleh dua orang mamak yang merupakan ayah dan anak.Memang legend! Siapa yang tak kenal mereka mungkin belum pernah baca tentang kisah mereka sebelum ini. Dynamic duo lah katakan. Yang penting, Mee Goreng Mamak mereka memang sedap.Alamat: Seng Lee Coffeeshop, 280, Jalan Burma, 10350 George Town, Penang.Waktu operasi: Selasa hingga Ahad; 8.30am-6.30pm (Tutup setiap Isnin).

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7. Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul

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Siapa yang tak sukakan Cendol bukan?Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul adalah salah satu gerai cendol yang paling popular di Keng Kwee Street berdekatan dengan simpang Penang Road. Gerai cendol ini mendapat daya tarikan yang agak tinggi dengan hidangan cendol sedap tambah pula dengan servis yang cepat dan memuaskan.Beratur panjang mana pun tak terasa. Terbaik!Alamat: 27 & 29, Lebuh Keng Kwee, 10100 George Town, Penang.Waktu operasi: Isnin hingga Jumaat: 10.30am - 7pm. Sabtu dan Ahad: 10am - 7.30pm.

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8. Restoran Nasi Padang Minang

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Selain daripada Nasi Kandar, anda juga boleh mencuba Nasi Padang Minang yang menyediakan menu dari gaya masakan yang berasal dari Sumatera Barat, Indonesia. Masakan Minang berasaskan cili padi namun tidak terlalu pedas jika anda merupakan penggemar makanan pedas.Mereka menyediakan makanan tengah hari dengan pelbagai jenis lauk dengan harga yang berpatutan. Boleh berkunjung ke restoran ini jika anda ingin mencuba.Memang takkan menyesal.Alamat: 92, Jalan Transfer, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia.Waktu operasi: 11:00am – 3:00pm.

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9. Nasi 7 Benua di Koo Boo Cafe

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Bagi yang masih belum tahu, Nasi 7 Benua ini mempunyai keistimewaan tersendiri iaitu hidangan ini menawarkan tujuh jenis nasi bersaiz kecil.Ada nasi putih, nasi tomato, nasi kacang tanah, nasi pandan, nasi lemuni (herba wangi), nasi minyak mentah dan nasi hujan panas yang disusun rapi dalam pinggan sebelum dihidangkan.Untuk lauk pula, anda boleh pilih sendiri mengikut citarasa masing-masing. Paling sedap bila dimakan dengan lauk gulai ikan, ayam goreng, sambal kentang, daging, ulam-ulaman dan banyak lagi.Alamat: Nasi 7 Benua @ Koo Boo Cafe. Taman Tunas Muda, Bayan Lepas Pulau Pinang.Waktu operasi: 11am - 11pm, setiap hari kecuali hari Ahad.

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Penang jom? :D

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Baca juga teguran seorang lelaki tentang makanan yang dimasak oleh non-muslim di Penang ini. Deep.

                Teguran Seorang Lelaki Tentang Makanan Yang Dimasak Oleh Non-Muslim Di Penang

Ada betulnya juga. Food hunting memang seronok, tapi hati-hati dengan pemilihan makanan juga.

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[VIDEO] "Jalan-Jalan Whole Of Puchong" – Delivery Rider Returns Lost Aunty Back Home

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A delivery rider has received countless praise after helping an elderly woman who was lost in Puchong, Selangor find her way back home

The wholesome encounter was shared by the delivery man himself, Muhammad Khuzaimie Lemat, in a TikTok video that now has over 1.7 million views.The 24-year-old said he was on his way to work when he was stopped by the elderly Chinese lady in Bandar Puteri Puchong, who asked for his help to take her home.Khuzaimie happily obliged to give her a ride, but soon realised that the elderly lady did not know where her home was."Aunty, where is your house?" Khuzaimie asks her in fluent Chinese in the video, to which she answers ambiguously in Bahasa Melayu, "Not here."

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Perplexed but also amused, Khuzaimie shared his predicament with his followers on TikTok

"The problem is, she does not know where her house is… I'm getting a headache. She keeps saying she lives in house number nine, but Bandar Puteri Puchong is so huge," he explained.The delivery rider of three years added that he was worried because he did not have an extra helmet for the aunty who was riding pillion on his motorcycle."I think I should just bring her to the police station," he said after some thought. "I've no idea what to do anymore and I'm scared that she's lost."He then showed himself explaining to the aunty that he was bringing her to the police station and made sure she was okay with it.

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In a subsequent video, Khuzaimie updated that the police were looking up the woman's identity and were trying to contact her children

In the video, he pans to the elderly woman who is sitting in a plastic chair with just a backscratcher and a small towel in her hands."Aunty, where do you live?" he asks her again teasingly. She replies, "Very far".Meanwhile, in the next cut scene, Khuzaimie shows the aunty waving "bye bye" to him as a family member helps her into their car."This is the sweetest and funniest memory I've ever had as a delivery rider," he said, after leaving the police station."I brought the aunty jalan-jalan (gallivanting) around the whole of Puchong for a good half an hour while trying to look for her house.""Never have I had a partner follow me to work," he added with a laugh.

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He also clarified that the elderly woman's family could not thank him enough for finding her even though he did not record it in the video

"I would like to tell everyone to help others, no matter who they are, even if they are of a different religion or race," he told SAYS, adding that he learnt Chinese in primary school."We should always help, because we are one Malaysia and we are all human beings."

Watch Khuzaimie's viral video here:

  @khuzaimie_lemat1.0 Sesiapa jika jumpa Auntie ni lagi berlegar-legar kau orang boleh terus hantar ke balai polis je sebab memang dah kerap belaku gini #fyp #foryoupage #fyp  bunyi asal - CEO OF FOODPANDA - CEO OF FOODPANDA


Long Queue Of People Spotted Trying To Enter Johor Bahru Before Latest Quarantine Rule

A long queue was apparently spotted at Johor Bahru checkpoint today, 23 July, a day before Malaysia's mandatory quarantine rule begins

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As a result of many flouting home quarantine, Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob recently announced that the government is reverting to its initial rule, which requires all citizens and non-citizens to undergo quarantine at centres or hotels.From 24 July onwards, those who return will need to bear their own accommodation costs.

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Photos shared by several people show crowds lining up since early this morning

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At 10.30am today, one person shared a photo with a caption that read, "[Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex] moved everyone into the building to form a snake line."

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Not everyone is allowed to enter Malaysia and Singapore

According to Mashable Southeast Asia, only those who have essential businesses to attend to or have been ordered to travel for official purposes are allowed to cross the border.You will also be able to cross for work if you are a Malaysian or Singaporean citizen with a long term immigration visa.

So if you do not fall into any of those categories, please just stay put. Sekian.

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Keep practising social distancing and wash your hands often. Watch the latest update on the COVID-19 situation:

Authorities are searching for people seen out and about wearing pink tags:

                Police Are Looking For 63 People Flouting Home Quarantine By Going Out And About

The Ministry of Health has been receiving pictures of individuals wearing pink wristbands in public.

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                Man Spotted With Pink Tag In Restaurant Explains That He Was Just Going To Hospital

He was spotted at a restaurant in Klang at 9am on Wednesday, 22 July.

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                Another Diner With A Pink Tag Spotted At A Restaurant In KL

The man was spotted at a restaurant near Sri Hartamas at 2.10pm on Tuesday, 21 July.

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                Woman Who Went Viral For Violating Home Quarantine Has Tested Positive For COVID-19

The 72-year-old woman initially tested negative for the coronavirus disease when she arrived in Malaysia on 4 July.

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18-Year-Old Threatens JPJ Officer With A Knife After Failing Driving Test For The 4th Time

Driving tests can be nerve-wrecking, but this teen from Nilai really went off the deep end after failing the exam for the fourth time

An 18-year-old college student reportedly pulled a knife on an officer of the Road Transport Department (JPJ) after he was told to pull over mid-exam and that he had failed his driving test.

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New Straits Times reported that the incident happened at 10.23am yesterday, 8 January at a junction in Batang Benar, Mantin in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan.

According to Nilai district police chief Supt. Mohd. Nor Marzukee Besar, the suspect committed a number of mistakes during the test, including not stopping at a red light

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"Following that, the officer told the suspect he had failed and asked him to stop the car 50 metres from a traffic light," Mohd. Nor Marzukee said.

As they were about to change seats, the suspect suddenly whipped out a 30cm-long knife and pointed it at the officer's right rib, insisting that he wanted to pass the driving test

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Fortunately, the officer managed to open the car door and exited the vehicle. He quickly called a candidate coordinator as well as the police, who rushed to the scene and apprehended the suspect.

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The teen, who is from Kuala Lumpur, was taken to the Mantin police station. A urine test conducted on the suspect came back negative for drugs. The case is currently being investigated under Section 506 of the Penal Code for criminal intimidation.

This goes without saying, but future drivers - please don't threaten your JPJ officer, okay? Just keep calm and try not to get to anxious when you encounter these:

                27 Stages Every Malaysian Goes Through When They Learn How To Drive

Two words: naik bukit.

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Have You Ever Eaten Deep-Fried (Corn) Soup? #RANDOMWEDNESDAY

KFC Japan is releasing a type of soup that you can't drink, but can eat

Fast food chain KFC has taken gastronomical experimentation to the next level - by deep frying soup. KFC Japan is releasing a deep-fried version of corn potage, a type of popular soup.

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Check out this deep-fried soup! You can drink(?) it with...chopsticks!

KFC is set to introduce its unusual version of a popular soup dish to its menu in Japan.
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Instead of serving it in bowls with a spoon, KFC will somehow cover it in its usual secret recipe batter and fry it.

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Though the batter turns solid, the inside of the fritter stays soft and creamy. The snack will go on sale on Thursday, 5 Sept 2013, in Japan & will be available for a limited time only.

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If you thought that was bizarre...what about deep-fried Coca-Cola?

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Photo of deep-fried Coca-Cola.
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Ever heard of deep-fried Mars bars?

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Photo of deep-fried a Mars bar.
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There's deep-fried Kool Aid in the US

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Photo of deep-fried Kool Aid.
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Have you had deep-fried ice-cream in Malaysia?

Deep-fried ice-cream.
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Deep-fried ice-cream.
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Other #RANDOMWEDNESDAY stuff you might like:

                Can You Tell If These Are Hot Dogs Or Legs?

What are we looking at?! Hot dogs? Or legs? We don't even know! Do you? Happy #RANDOMWEDNESDAY! [CLICK HERE]

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                #RANDOMWEDNESDAY: Mamat Paling Gembira Tunggu Lampu Isyarat

Happy Random Wednesday! Have you seen someone as happy as him at the traffic lights? Someone tell us what song he's l...

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HR Minister: Malaysia's 5.5% Brain Drain Is Almost Double Of The Global Average

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Malaysia is one of the countries most affected by brain drain

While the brain drain phenomenon has plagued the country for the last four decades, not much has been done to retain current local talents or attract foreign ones, according to the World Bank.However, the problem has now reached a level that has got the current government "taking it seriously", according to Human Resources Minister Sivakumar Varatharaju Naidu, reported The Malaysian Reserve.Sivakumar said Malaysia's brain drain rate stands at 5.5% of the total population.

Malaysia's brain drain rate of 5.5% is significantly higher than the global average, which stands at just 3.3%

In numbers, there's a total of 1.86 million Malaysians living overseas. The number has almost doubled in the last decade. In 2010, a conservative estimate by the World Bank found the number to be at one million.According to the World Bank report, non-Bumiputeras make up the bulk of the diaspora, who move overseas for better earning potential, career prospects, quality of education, and quality of life.And the Human Resources Minister agrees.Speaking after a dialogue organised by Talent Corporation Malaysia (TalentCorp) in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, 7 March, Sivakumar told reporters that while Malaysia has highly skilled and talented individuals, many of its brightest minds leave the country to pursue better opportunities overseas."Some might think it's normal and they can learn something and come back... but the government is taking it seriously," he said, adding that brain drain has significant implications for Malaysia's economy.According to Sivakumar, who was appointed to the post in December last year, the loss of talented individuals can result in a shortage of skilled labour, which can hinder economic growth and development.

Sivakumar speaks at the dialogue organised by Talent Corporation Malaysia.
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Of the 1.86 million Malaysians living overseas, a whopping 1.13 million stay and work across the causeway in Singapore as of last year

The minister, while acknowledging the numbers, downplayed the issue.According to him, when looking at the issue in its micro context, it's 1.86 million Malaysians, which is "only 5.5% of the total population (33 million)" and the 1.13 million have "only gone to our neighbouring country".Sivakumar said that apart from Singapore, the other main destinations for the Malaysian diaspora are Bangladesh, Australia, the UK, the US, and Brunei, reported Bernama.Nevertheless, the minister added that the government is taking several measures to attract and retain skilled workers while acknowledging that there is a long way to go in addressing the brain drain issue."This is a heavy burden (for my ministry and TalentCorp). We're doing what we can (to solve) this issue the best way possible," Sivakumar said, adding that there are multiple factors that need to be tackled."One, how are you going to pull back people who left to work abroad? What's the best way to offer certain attractive incentives to get them back? Second, how do we ensure there are no attractive factors (abroad) or alternatively, pushing factors in the local industry causing them to leave?" he asked.

In December last year, acclaimed infectious diseases expert Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman warned that Malaysia urgently needs to plug the brain drain of fresh medical graduates and medical officers to Singapore:

                Adeeba: UM Loses 30 Of Its Best & Brightest Medical Grads To Singapore Yearly

Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman, who is an acclaimed infectious diseases expert, said there's an urgent need to plug the brain...

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Earlier this year, a woman claimed that she was rejected for a JPA overseas scholarship despite her stellar academic record:

                "Malaysia Rejected Me" — Woman Shares Being Denied Scholarship Despite Getting 9A+ For SPM

"And you wonder why so many talented Malaysians move abroad," she lamented.

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20-Year-Old Threatens Ex-Boyfriend's Family & Crashes Car Into His Home After Break-Up

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A woman was recently arrested by the police for threatening her ex-boyfriend's family and ramming her car into the gate of his family home in Johor

Johor Bahru Utara district deputy police chief Supt Fariz Ammar Abdullah said the 20-year-old woman was arrested at the Lima Kedah toll plaza in Gelang Patah, Johor Bahru at 6.30am, following a police report from her ex-boyfriend's sister.According to Harian Metro, the incident had occurred around 5am on Sunday, 14 August.

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The deputy police chief said another family member also reported that the woman had threatened to burn their family's business premise and damage their property

"Acting upon the information, a team of policemen was sent to the complainant's family home and found the Toyota Corolla Altis that was driven by the woman, which was used to crash and dislodge the home's automatic gate, before she fled the scene," said Fariz Ammar on Monday, 15 August.The police managed to arrest the woman after following her whereabouts."Investigations found that the woman was the complainant's younger brother's girlfriend before they broke up last month," the police added.

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Image via Polis Daerah Johor Bahru Utara (Facebook)

Prior to the incident, Fariz Ammar said the suspect had also sent a threatening video to the family showing an individual pouring a liquid believed to be petrol in front of the family's motorcycle shop

"Closed-circuit television (CCTV) recordings showed that the woman had rammed the automatic gate until she crashed into the complainant's father's car, resulting in damages worth RM15,000," he added.Investigations found that the woman had no previous criminal records and a preliminary urine screen showed that she tested positive for a type of drug known as benzodiazepines.The woman has been remanded for four days while the case is being investigated under Section 506 and Section 427 of the Penal Code, as well as Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.

To help people move on, this Malaysian man started an online store to sell people's previously-loved gifts from their exes:

                M'sian Guy Opens Online Store Selling Things People Hate From Their Exes

"I want to help people to move on, I know it's not easy going through a break-up."

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"Only White Rice And Gravy" – Woman Asks MOE To Investigate Sad RMT Meals In School

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On Wednesday, 19 January, a woman was shocked to find her grandniece's school in Kajang was serving only white rice and gravy to its Supplementary Food Programme (RMT) recipients

Taking to Facebook to share a photo of the packet, the woman questioned if the government has allocated enough funds to the food asisstance programme that was implemented to help students from rural and low income families since the 80s."My grandniece brought this RMT food back home to her mother. It's so sad," she wrote."What food are they giving to the children in school? Is the RMT allocation so little that the canteen operator has to provide food like this to the children?"

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The Facebook user said her grandnieces and grandnephews — who are RMT recipients — have complained about the food before, but she told them to be grateful for the aid

They told her that the food "was not tasty", but it did not occur to her that they would be served such innutritious meals."I do not know who is wrong here. But I think it should be investigated why food like this is being given to RMT recipients," said the concerned grandaunt.Tagging Education Minister Dr Radzi Jidin and former education minister Dr Maszlee Malik on her post, she said the fault did not lie on the canteen operator alone if the Ministry of Education (MOE) has imposed a tight budget.While hoping the pack of rice is an isolated incident, she added that the issue has also been brought up to the school's Parents and Teachers Association (PIBG) for investigation.

The photo of the meal with only white rice and gravy has gone viral, garnering over 3,400 shares since it was uploaded

Many netizens expressed pity for the RMT recipients in the undisclosed school."I'm so sad to see this. The protein and vegetables, all aren't enough," said a Facebook user.

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"Sad. The price of things are rising, but the cost price of RMT meals is still RM2.50. Pity the students and pity the canteen operators too," commented another.

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Meanwhile, two other parents said this has happened to their children before."My child's school is the same too, kak! They came back and told me that many [students] who received the food didn't eat them because they weren't good," said one.

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The other shared a photo of her son's RMT food, which also showed a pack of rice, two slices of carrot, and a small piece of chicken."This is the proof," said the mother. "Before this, he brought back nasi lemak. I tried to eat it. Allahu, it was sad. I'm thinking about the underprivileged children who actually depend on RMT but are given this food. Teachers have also complained about the students getting food like this."

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Education Minister Dr Radzi Jidin has said he is taking the online allegation seriously

In a Facebook post responding to the issue today, 20 January, he wrote that the ministry will be investigating the claim and identifying the school involved."MOE will not compromise on matters involving the welfare of students," he said.

In November last year, a teacher heartbreakingly found out a student was coming to school just to redeem her RMT meals:

                Teacher Finds Out One Of Her Students Comes To School Every Day Just For Free Meals

The primary school teacher in Terengganu was initially puzzled as the student was supposed to attend online class.

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You Can Now Bring Out The Inner Child In You With Shell's Latest Motorsports Collection

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Have you ever imagined what it was like driving a race car?

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As little kids, many of us dreamt of being in the cockpit of an F1 car or speeding through all kinds of terrains in a rally car. Even when we were too young to drive, it never stopped us from racing each other with toy cars, or saving up money to collect some toy models.

Well, we've got good news, 'cause you can bring this to reality with Shell's all-new limited edition motorsports collection! :D

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If you're an avid car collector, you will be dying to add these seven models from Shell's prestigious partnerships in the motorsport scene to your collection!To showcase the performance of their differentiated fuel, Shell V-power, the collection will feature seven high-performance toy model cars from some of the world's top motorsports teams like Ferrari, Nissan, BMW, Ford, Hyundai, and more. Shell's partnerships with these motorsports teams showcase how incredible their products are made to perform in extreme conditions and ensure that these cars achieve their best abilities on the track. For example, their partnership with Scuderia Ferrari has been one of the longest and most successful in motorsports. After over 70 years of working together, Shell still continues to sample and test their fuel and lubricants each race weekend to provide only the best.

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More excitingly, we got a first-hand experience driving the whole collection with our smartphones, wheee!

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The really cool thing about these cars is that they are innovatively designed with a smart battery, which includes a Bluetooth chip that can transform each car to become remote-controlled. How cool is that? :OAll we had to do was download the free Shell Racing App on our smartphone, and we were able to seamlessly control the racing cars. From there, we just became like little kids, trying out every little feature and pushing the cars to their limit. For instance, some of the cars have lights that you can turn on, so you can challenge your buddies to a night race, as well as a honk feature which you can use to alert other racers to make way for the champ. :P And, the coolest feature has to be turbo mode, which really makes you feel as if you're a real racer! The whole experience was so addicting, that we were actually sad to have to leave the cars behind after our little trial run. :')

Here's a closer look at each of the beautiful cars in the collection:

Ferrari SF90 F1

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Nissan Formula E Gen 2 Car

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Team Penske Indycar

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Shell V-Power Racing Team Ford Mustang GT

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BMW M4 Motorsport

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Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC

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Team Penske Ford Mustang GT

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Want to know how to purchase Shell's limited edition Motorsports collectables? From 8 October to 8 December, one model per week will be released exclusively at Shell stations nationwide.

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So, whatchu waiting for?  Mark your calendars and pay a visit to the nearest Shell station from now until 8 December. With a minimum fuel purchase of RM50, you'll be able to purchase separate car models or a Smart Bluetooth battery at RM30. And, when you pump Shell V-power Racing Fuel for RM80 in a single receipt, you can purchase the limited edition collector's box at RM80 and showcase your collection like a true motorsport enthusiast.If you're a Ferrari or Formula 1 fan, you wouldn't want to miss out on the chance to win a free exclusive Ferrari SF90 racing car with one Smart battery. The best part is that it will be made available throughout the campaign duration. Yayyy! :D To get your hands on it, all you'll have to do is buy selected Shell Helix Lubricant 4L from Shell stations nationwide.

Need a closer look at the cars? Head over to KL Sentral and Mid Valley Megamall, to experience racing these legendary mini cars on designated tracks.

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To commemorate the launch of the latest remote-controlled collection, Shell is organising an event at KL Sentral from 17 to 23 October and at Mid Valley Megamall from 26 to 30 October to give the public an exclusive experience to try all seven racing car models on race tracks designed specifically to present each car in their winning atmosphere.As an introduction to Shell's rich motorsport partnerships history over the years, visitors will be treated to a viewing of the legendary Hyundai i20 WRC replica that clinched the latest WRC Championship title in Greece on site as well.

Ready to go vroom vroom? Collect all seven RC Motorsport models from your nearest Shell station and add them to your collection, while stocks last!

For more information, head over to the Shell Motorsport Collection Campaign website.

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[VIDEO] Paperplane Pursuit Answers 31 Super Random Questions From Us

We got the guys at Paperplane Pursuit to answer a bunch of random questions, like which state has the best char kuey teow and who the worst driver in the band is…

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Yikes, the secret is out! :O

Did they ace the rest of the questions? Watch:

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The local band that broke into the US Billboard Chart last year has a new single out! Titled 'Internet Celebrity', you can check the track out on Spotify and YouTube.

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[VIDEO] Penampakan Buaian Berayun Sendiri Di Taman Permainan Ini Buat Netizen Seram Sejuk!

Siapa yang tidak terkejut apabila melihat buaian bergerak sendiri?

Beberapa hari yang lepas, tular video penampakan satu buaian dilihat bergerak dengan sendirinya di sebuah taman permainan

Video tersebut dipercayai diambil ketika perakam sedang berjogging di kawasan perumahannya.Ekoran tularnya video ini di laman Twitter, ramai netizen yang tampil memberikan penjelasan dan membuat andaian masing-masing.

Anyone pergi temankan please.. pic.twitter.com/iqhY8CbYrh— jar (@hajarHIM) February 5, 2019

Ada yang menyatakan bahawa video tersebut merupakan satu prank atau gurauan di mana terdapat tali yang diikat pada buaian itu kemudian ditarik oleh beberapa individu, sengaja dibuat bagi menakutkan orang ramai.Namun, jika dilihat dengan lebih teliti memang tidak ada kelibat manusia lain yang berada di taman permainan itu untuk membuatkan buaian itu berayun.Ada juga yang menyatakan bahawa buaian tersebut bergerak disebabkan oleh pergerakan angin lebih-lebih lagi kerana cuaca pada waktu itu sudah mendung. Walau bagaimanapun, buaian yang berayun sendiri itu hanya satu buaian sahaja, manakala yang sebelahnya langsung tidak terusik.Yang menyeramkan apabila terdapat beberapa netizen yang mendakwa bahawa diri mereka boleh melihat makhluk ghaib dan entiti yang menggerakkan buaian tersebut sebenarnya terdiri daripada seorang kanak-kanak. Bukan itu sahaja, kanak-kanak itu dikatakan tidak berseorangan ketika video ini dirakam.

Berikut adalah antara response para netizen yang boleh menegakkan bulu roma:

Lebih menyeramkan lagi, kanak-kanak itu juga dikatakan marah dan tidak selesa apabila menyedari dirinya dirakam.

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Bukan itu sahaja, ada netizen yang mendakwa dia melihat entiti lain yang berada bersama kedua-dua kanak-kanak itu

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Ada juga yang hanya mampu melihat video tersebut separuh jalan sahaja kerana terlalu takut

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11 Memories You'll Have If You Grew Up Going To The Euro Fun Park

In between collecting angpows from elders and stuffing myself silly with pineapple tarts during Chinese New Year, I'd pester my parents to take me to the yearly "fun fair"

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Growing up in a small town (what's up Kluang), there wasn't an amusement park or anything of that sort. Well, there's a public swimming pool with a broken water slide if that counts. So, you can imagine the grins and overwhelming excitement every time we see colour-coordinated lorries pulling up over an empty land which had been housing the fun fair for years, then magically transforming into rides offering cheap thrills.

The name's Euro Fun Park, I later discovered. These guys have been in the travelling amusement park business for the longest time, going from town to town around the country.

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With more than a decade of experience in the business, Euro Fun Park prides itself on providing fun and exhilarating rides at low prices while placing utmost importance in safety and regular maintenance work. Looking back, it certainly delivered heaps of fun; through vomit-inducing rides or spending hours at a game booth hoping to impress your crush with a teddy bear toy.

Hop on a ride down memory lane with us as we relive the good ol' times:

1. The first thing you'd notice about the park – a majestic Ferris wheel

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Get a panoramic view of the city for only a few bucks.

2. Who could forget the images of pop culture figures randomly plastered everywhere...

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Don't be surprised to see Elvis and George Clooney's Batman hanging out.

3. ... And 90's techno music thumping through the speakers

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God Is A Girl lol. Come on, don't pretend you don't know this.

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4. The infamous Top Gun. Basically the Pirate Ship ride, but on steroids. A lot of steroids.

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5. The Challenger was a later addition to the park, but it also proved to be one of the most thrilling

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A wise friend once told me to always watch my feet when walking near these two rides because you could very possibly be stepping into someone's ramly burger vomit. Not exactly gourmet, trust me.

6. Biased opinion, but this ride was THE BOMB.

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I'd always go for seconds, thirds, fourths, fifths... and on and on.

7. Sitting on the "flying chair" fearing the chain would snap, throwing you out to the open road...

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Morbid thoughts aside, what an exhilarating ride.

8. The haunted house was legit scary though

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"You go first!" "No, you go first."

9. Remember the "roller coaster"?

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Slow and steady coaster.

10. There was plenty of good stuff for kids too! Like this caterpillar ride:

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11. What's a fun fair without a merry-go-round?

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Fun times for kids, a nightmare for parents.

Have you ever been to Euro Fun Park? What is your favourite memory of it? Share with us in the comments section below!


Celebs Who Copied Other Iconic Celebs. Who Did It Best?

Lara Bingle copies Jennifer Lawrence's Dior veil

Lawrence admitted, "That doesn’t look like me at all... Of course it’s Photoshop, people don’t look like that."
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When Jennifer Lawrence's Dior ad campaign debuted, we were a little nonplussed. She looked very pretty but yet so... unnatural.
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Aussie celeb Lara Bingle walked the red carpet at the 2013 Prix de Marie Claire Awards in Sydney wearing the same Dior veil and collar Lawrence donned in her ads, paired with a dress version of the black tuxedo jacket Lawrence had worn.
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Nicole Richie copies J.Lo

J.Lo's famed pink track suit.
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Nicole Richie tries on a J.Lo look.
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Rihanna copies Madonna's cone bra

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Justin Bieber copies Micheal Jackson

Justin Bieber tries looing like Micheal Jackson.
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Lady Gaga copies Kermit the Frog

Kermit The Frog.
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Lady Gaga wears Kermit the Frog... literally.
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Miley Cryus copies Adele's big hair

Adele's signature big hair.
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Miley Cyrus looking suspiciously like Adele.
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Anne Hathaway copies Audrey Hepburn's little black dress

Anne Hathaway tries on Audrey Hepburn's little black dress.
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Paris Hilton copies the Marilyn Monroe classic

Marilyn Monroe's iconic look.
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Paris Hilton looking like Marilyn Monroe.
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Perez Hilton copies Lady Gaga's Poker Face look

Lady Gaga in her famous Poker Face look.
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Perez Hilton as Lady Gaga
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"Uniknya!" - Lelaki Tetapi Nama Perempuan, Rupanya Ramai Yang Ada Nama Macam Ini

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Nama secara istilahnya membawa maksud panggilan atau gelaran seseorang

Ibu bapa adalah individu yang bertanggungjawab untuk memberikan nama. Mengikut ajaran Islam, kita juga disunatkan untuk memberi nama yang baik kepada anak-anak.Hal ini kerana, pada hari kiamat kelak, mereka akan diseru dengan nama itu. Maka, eloklah jika kita memberikan nama yang mempunyai maksud baik untuk anak-anak.Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video apabila seorang lelaki berkongsi kisah mengenai namanya yang unik telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @danielromizi Replying to @  #shouldbeme  original sound  - Waffi

Lelaki tetapi ada nama 'Balqiss' dengan double 'S'

Menerusi perkongsian yang dimuat naik oleh @danielromizi, kelihatan dia memaparkan surat beranak bagi menunjukkan bukti nama penuhnya.Hal ini kerana, pada video sebelumnya dia memperkenalkan dirinya sebagai 'Daniel Balqiss'. Ekoran itu, dia menjawab persoalan netizen yang merasakan namanya itu unik dan cantik.Bukan itu sahaja, rata-rata netizen juga pernah berjumpa individu yang mempunyai nama unik. Orangnya lelaki, tetapi nama macam perempuan. Sama juga seperti orangnya perempuan, tetapi nama lelaki.

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"Ada member sekolah dulu nama Ahmad Balqis dan dia lelaki juga" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, menjengah ke ruangan komen rata-rata netizen berkongsi nama unik yang pernah mereka jumpa dan memberikan pelbagai reaksi masing-masing.Ketika menulis artikel ini, video tersebut telah meraih sebanyak 440.6K views, 43.1K likes dan 1,279 comments di TikTok. Berikut merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Abang kena make sure wife abang bukan nama Balqis ya nanti :P

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"It Happened In A Blink Of An Eye" - LRT Train Crash Victim Recounts Harrowing Experience

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Passengers on an LRT train on Monday, 24 May, faced a harrowing moment when the vehicle suddenly reached a halt before crashing into another train.
27-year-old Afiq Luqman Mohd Baharudin was on the train when the collision happened.

Recounting his experience, he told Berita Harian, "The situation was calm in the train before it suddenly turned into panic with the sound of passengers screaming."

"While on the way heading towards Kampung Baru Station, the train suddenly halted, causing people to be flung and fall in the train," he said.He also noted that the accident happened in a blink of an eye.

"Before the accident, the train stopped for about 15 minutes before it started moving again. Not even 10 seconds after that, there was a crash and the impact was very strong.""I sustained injuries to the head, left leg, and chest," he added.Afiq said that along with other passengers, he was rescued by a safety team and was sent to Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) for medical treatment.

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Meanwhile, a mother of an injured victim said that she was worried for her son when she was informed of the incident

Mazuin Bahari, the mother of 27-year-old Tengku Ahmad Raiyan Tengku Naha, told Bernama, "The moment Raiyan told me that the train he was on was involved in an accident, my heart was uneasy, I was worried for his safety.""When he called, he said that he cannot move his right leg and felt pain in his shoulders due to the impact," she added."At that moment, my husband and I rushed to the scene, but we were told that all victims had been taken to the hospital."

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Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong said that a special investigation panel will be formed to probe the incident

Malay Mail reported that the minister spoke to the press last night, right after the crash.He said, "As part of the government, we are sad to face such incidents because it is the first of such accident in over 23 years of the LRT operating in Malaysia.""The head-on collision is something serious and the Ministry of Transport will form a special investigation panel to probe the incident and the director-general of the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) will send the preliminary report of the incident to me tomorrow (25 May)," he added.Meanwhile, Prasarana chairman Datuk Seri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman announced that the company will be giving a RM1,000 cash aid to the 213 victims involved and they will bear the medical fee of every victim until they are discharged.

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According to Federal Territories Minister Annuar Musa, a train carrying passengers collided with an empty train, leaving at least 166 people injured:

                LRT Train Collision Near KLCC Station Leaves At Least 166 Passengers Injured

Firemen, police, as well as health officials, have arrived at the scene.

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[VIDEO] Bila Mak Carikan Jodoh, Gadis Ini Segan Habis Pertama Kali Nak Jumpa Encik Tunang

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Lumrah bagi setiap orang pasti mempunyai pasangan hidup sendiri dan ingin mendirikan rumah tangga bersama pilihan hati

Namun, bagi geng single mungkin akan selalu diasak dengan soalan daripada keluarga terutamanya para ibu untuk mencari pasangan hidup.Mungkin zaman sekarang jodoh pilihan mak sudah tidak relevan untuk diguna pakai. Tetapi, bagi sesetengah orang tidak kisah dan menyerahkan bulat-bulat keputusan itu di atas tangan mak atau ayah.Namun, lain pula yang terjadi di dalam video ini apabila seorang gadis segan mahu berjumpa tunang pilihan ibunya kerana pertama kali bertemu di majlis telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @mexgojes..........94 Taknak keluar jumpa tunang  ##jodohku ##MakCarikanJodoh ##Fyp ##fypdongggggggg  the psycho intro gone wrong  - Arielle

Tidak henti tarik tangan mak sebab malu nak duduk atas pelamin seorang diri

Menerusi perkongsian video daripada Mex Gojes dengan kapsyen "tak nak jumpa tunang", kelihatan adik perempuannya itu segan untuk keluar menayang muka di depan keluarga tunangnya.Dia dilihat berdebar-debar semasa ibunya menarik tangannya keluar dari dapur hingga ke ruang tamu. Malah, dia juga seolah-olah memberikan isyarat supaya ibunya tidak meninggalkannya seorang diri di atas pelamin.Rupa-rupanya, jejaka yang menjadi tunangnya adalah pilihan ibunya sendiri. Selama ini, mereka tidak pernah berkomunikasi melalui WhatsApp apatah lagi bersua muka.

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"Wah, jarang jumpa situasi macam ni zaman sekarang" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video tersebut yang kini sudah mencecah 4.1M views, 436.9K likes dan 6.5K shares di laman TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat gadis itu yang menahan malu.Malah, ramai yang mengatakan mereka akan menangis jika mereka berada di tempat gadis itu. Ada juga yang berpendapat jodoh terbaik adalah pilihan daripada keluarga.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Image via @mexgojes..........94 (TikTok)

Kalau memang belum ada boyfriend, apa salahnya terima jodoh pilihan ibu kan? Mana tahu itu yang terbaik :)

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Research Shows That Coping With Atopic Dermatitis Can Severely Affect Mental Health

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Despite slow-growing visibility and acceptance, mental health continues to be a sensitive topic in our society

What many remain unaware of is that mental health struggles encompass so much more than people think. Other than more common triggers like relationship problems, work stress, and the effects of the pandemic, something like living with life-long conditions can also take a toll on one's mental health.

Those who live with atopic dermatitis (AD), a skin condition, have to battle both physical symptoms and the effects the condition has on them mentally

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AD, the most common form of eczema, is a chronic, pruritic inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. Typically affecting the face, neck, arms, and legs, it is common in children but can also occur at any age.It seems hard to believe that a skin condition could affect someone's mental health, but consider these symptoms and their consequences — restless sleep and poor concentration from the constant itching, dry skin that creates a scale-like appearance, painful, broken skin with scabs that ooze and crust over, and many more.

"Many people only see the visible or physical aspects of atopic dermatitis, but this is a chronic (life-long) skin condition that can leave emotional scars as deep as physical ones," explained Dr Kartini Rahim, a consultant dermatologist."Having worked with many patients over the years, I have seen first-hand the emotional distress they go through, from cruel taunts and social isolation in school, to poor confidence at work and problems with intimacy. All these can lead to loneliness, depression, and even suicidal thoughts," she added.

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The AD-mental health connection has been extensively researched, with significant findings such as:

- Up to 30% of children experience sleep difficulties¹- 86% of patients avoid activities or apparel because of AD, such as wearing shorts or going swimming²- 51% of patients are unhappy and/or depressed when AD flares up³- 41.9% are embarrassed because of their condition⁴- 39.3% of young patients have been bullied because of AD⁵- 33.9% of adult AD patients feel discriminated against at work and 36.6% believe their career is affected⁶What's more, these symptoms aren't limited to patients themselves. Caregivers and parents also find their sleep, activities, and lifestyle similarly affected, in addition to the emotional impact of constant worry, anger, sadness, embarrassment, and more.

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Azura, a banker who was diagnosed with AD at the tender age of three, shares her experience of living with the condition

Throughout her childhood, she remembers having itchy skin that bled when she scratched, leaving bloody spots on her clothes. While it continued into adulthood, her AD was manageable for many years until pregnancy caused it to flare up.Subsequently, in 2021, she experienced an episode so severe that she was hospitalised for a week."Previously, AD had never touched my face, but this time, my entire face was red, swollen, and so painful that it felt like my skin was burning. It was this episode that led to my colleagues discovering that I have AD. I had never wanted to let them know before this, because I knew they would have so many questions and I found it embarrassing," said Azura.In fact, until then, only her immediate family and siblings were aware of her condition.

AD flare-ups on Azura's face.
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Now, Azura is breaking her silence and sharing her story to encourage others to seek medical advice and learn how to manage the symptoms and its impact on daily life

Going into detail about what life is like for her, Azura explained, "You really need to know yourself and your triggers because it's different for everyone. For me, sweat and direct sunlight trigger my symptoms, so when we plan family holidays, I have to make sure that it's not too hot, so no beach holidays for me."During the day, I also have to wear cotton clothes so I don't get sweaty and hand socks to protect my skin. The only time I can be 'free' of these things is at night."Fortunately, on good days I have no symptoms at all and I can do just about anything. However, on bad days, it's so bad that I have to stay in my room, and use cool wraps and air-conditioning to help bring down the symptoms."These serious episodes last around seven to ten days, and during this time, I can't do any housework or cooking. I'm very blessed that my husband is so supportive and keeps things running around the house and with the kids. My kids also understand that they can't bother me when the AD is bad, so they manage themselves instead."

Since there is no cure for AD, the important thing is to properly manage it, just as with any other chronic condition

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With well-managed AD, not only does one's quality of life improve, flare-ups are also reduced and complications such as infections can be avoided.In contrast, poorly managed AD — like if you don't follow the treatment plan or continue to use products that trigger inflammation — can lead to repeated flare-ups, and each episode may become more severe and take longer to subside.The key to managing AD begins with getting diagnosed. Because of low awareness and many misconceptions, many people self-diagnose and rely on unproven remedies which either do not work or offer only short-lived relief. Sometimes, these remedies worsen their condition. Overall, these factors contribute to delayed diagnosis.After diagnosis, the most important thing is to work closely with your doctor to find a holistic treatment plan that works for you. According to Dr Kartini, AD can differ from person to person, with different combinations of symptoms, triggers, and treatment options that offer relief.

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These options range from non-medicated to pharmaceutical therapies which include⁷:- Regular application of moisturisers and emollients to soothe itching, reduce infection risk, and help maintain the skin's barrier function- Topical corticosteroids and topical calcineurin inhibitors to dampen the inflammatory response that occurs during flare-ups- Wet wrap- Phototherapy- Oral medication such as steroids and antibiotics- Oral or injectable immunosuppressantsThere is also another form of treatment known as biologic therapy. It has been found to help many patients with moderate-to-severe AD, who have been unable to find sufficient relief using other forms of treatment.⁸For Azura, she found her symptoms improving since she began biologic therapy in mid-2021. But even so, she still has to continue being disciplined by moisturising every four hours and avoiding anything that triggers her symptoms.

To sum up, here are the top three most important things people with AD should do:

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1. See a doctor and get diagnosed. If necessary, do seek help from a skin specialist.2. Stick with the treatment plan and give it time to work. AD is a life-long condition that needs to be managed properly, so don't mix your prescribed medications with other products without consulting your doctor.3. Get knowledge and support from credible sources such as the Malaysian Dermatological Society, as well as patient groups like Malaysia Eczema Society and Malaysia Eczema Support Community on social media. This is an important way to relieve the emotional and psychological burden of living with AD, and thus help with your mental health and wellbeing.

The information provided is for educational and communication purposes only and it should not be construed as personal medical advice. Information published in this article is not intended to replace, supplant or augment a consultation with a health professional regarding the reader's own medical care.References¹ Chamlin, Sarah L. The psychosocial burden of childhood atopic dermatitis, Dermagic Therapy, Vol. 19, 2006, 104–107.² Zuberbier et al. Patient perspectives on the management of atopic dermatitis, J Allergy Clin Immunol, Volume 118, Number 1, July 2006, 226-232.³ Zuberbier et al. Patient perspectives on the management of atopic dermatitis, J Allergy Clin Immunol, Volume 118, Number 1, July 2006, 226-232.⁴ Stingeni et al. Atopic Dermatitis and Patient Perspectives: Insights of Bullying at School and Career Discrimination at Work, Luca Journal of Asthma and Allergy 2021:14 919–928.⁵ Stingeni et al. Atopic Dermatitis and Patient Perspectives: Insights of Bullying at School and Career Discrimination at Work, Luca Journal of Asthma and Allergy 2021:14 919–928.⁶ Stingeni et al. Atopic Dermatitis and Patient Perspectives: Insights of Bullying at School and Career Discrimination at Work, Luca Journal of Asthma and Allergy 2021:14 919–928.⁷ Clinical Practice Guidelines, Management of Atopic Eczema, 2018. MOH/P/PAK/393.18(GU). Available at: http://www.moh.gov.my.⁸ National Eczema Association. Prescription Injectables: Biologics. https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/treatment/ Accessed 26 August 2022.

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YouTubers Alleged That Hotel Staff In Langkawi Stole RM1,400 Worth Of Cash From Them

Strap in, folks. This story is one heck of a wild boat ride.
In a video posted by travel vlogging duo DeathByVlog, the housekeeping staff of a four-star hotel in Langkawi have been accused of stealing RM1,400 worth of cash from the duo's hotel room during their brief stay

Travel vloggers Ryan (left) and Stacia (right) of DeathByVlog.
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The digital nomads have been travelling in Malaysia for over a month, having spent one month in Kuala Lumpur with plans to spend another month in Langkawi and Penang.

Prior to the alleged theft, the duo - Ryan and Stacia - highlighted several red flags with the hotel upon their arrival. For one, contrary to what was advertised, the hotel was old, rundown and mold-infested.

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In the video, Stacia said that the hotel was advertised as a "four-star hotel" with "great WiFi" and "beautiful newly-renovated rooms"... which turned out to not be the case."It wasn't newly-renovated. This hotel looked like something out of the late '70s," Ryan added.

Upon checking in, they also discovered that their room was plagued with a "disgusting" bug infestation

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"I get that we’re on a beach location and resort atmosphere, that there’s gonna be some bugs here and there. I understand that, but they're infested into the walls! There's ants everywhere, and these weird bugs crawling around," Ryan explained. "We took photos and videos of all of this, just in case we needed to cancel, but we were gonna deal with that. We were still fine."

The main incident happened on the third day of their stay. Initially, the duo did not suspect that anything was amiss when they were approached by housekeeping staff as they left the room for breakfast.

"When we left the room, the housekeepers were right outside. They asked us if we wanted our room cleaned that day, and we said yes because we hadn’t made them clean for the previous two days," Stacia said. She added, "So we go down for breakfast, and unfortunately, I left my wallet in the room. I knew I left my wallet in the room, and I was like, 'Oh, we’re just gonna be here for 20 minutes, it’s not a big deal.We know that it was a mistake to leave this stuff out in the room. We know we should’ve used the hotel safe, you guys don’t need to tell us that, we understand."

The duo headed for their room after a quick breakfast. Not only were they told to wait as housekeepers were "not finished" with their room, they entered to find that the room was not even cleaned up

"We go back into the room, and the room wasn’t clean! There were no new towels, the garbage wasn’t taken out, nothing was done," Ryan added. "They didn’t do their job, and we're like, what did they do the whole time they were in there and telling us to wait as well?"

It wasn't until later in the day that Stacia realised a chunk of money had gone missing from her wallet. Alarmingly, Ryan also claimed that his bags have been "ransacked".

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Stacia said that they did not leave the hotel for the entire day as they were both working until they decided to go out for dinner. It was then that she reached for her wallet, opened it up, only to realise that all of her money - save for a measly RM19 - was gone. "Once we realised that the money was missing, I go through my stuff. Every single one of my pouches for my gear, anything that was in my backpack, all unzipped," Ryan said.Furious, Ryan called hotel staff to their room to demand an explanation. In a snippet of a video Stacia filmed of the confrontation, the housekeepers denied the accusations.

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The duo then sought to file a police report of the incident. They described the experience as "shady", as they were told to type out their own report and the police officer in charge did not even ask them any follow-up questions.

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"It was weird. It was really shady, the whole experience," Ryan mused. "Stacia had to type (the report) on the computer for him, and he’s just sitting there with his feet up, watching (the World Cup)! He’s not asking us any questions, he’s not trying to resolve the matter or anything. It was very shady, and something just did not feel right about it," he added.

When they got back to the hotel, things seemed to be looking up when the front desk told the duo that the owners and management would like to set up a meeting with them to resolve the issue

Ryan recalled that as they were making a copy of the police report, front desk staff told them the owner and management of the hotel wanted to meet with them at 9am to next day to conduct a full investigation and to review tapes from the security camera that happened to be located in front of the room. The next day, to their utmost frustration, they were told that the owner and manager "had an unexpected meeting" and were not even on the island that day.

Hotel staff refused to pass on any sort of contact information to the duo despite them demanding to speak to a superior. Then came the kicker - they were told that the security camera wasn't working at the time of the incident.

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"They kept giving us the runaround. Every single person we wanted to talk to is 'not available'", Ryan said, adding that hotel staff refused to give them a phone number or e-mail of anyone in charge.They were then told that the security cameras installed in the hotel "are not working at the moment". "Are you kidding me?! That’s the one thing that we needed to prove, and we have no proof. That’s when it started to become even more frustrating for us, because there was no resolution," Ryan ranted. "They weren’t gonna do anything for us, the security cameras are broken, management isn’t here, the owners aren’t here, this other management person can’t help coz they aren’t here, so basically we’re screwed."

Ryan revealed that the hotel also refused to give them a refund for their brief stay until they reached out to online booking site they booked the hotel from

"They also gave us a bunch of s*** about cancelling our hotel stay," Ryan said. "Finally, we contacted Agoda, which we booked the hotel through. We had to send them videos and photos of the infestation of bugs, the mold, the disgusting room, and the police report coz on top of all that, we got our money stolen! Finally, they were able to communicate with the hotel and the hotel agreed to give us a partial refund."

You can watch the entire video of Ryan and Stacia narrating the entire incident here:

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Meanwhile, the hotel in question has released a statement explaining their side of the story. It also called on the public to refrain from "attacking" those implicated in the video and to remind viewers of the Anti-Fake News Act.

"Besides the two maids, a clerk was also unfairly accused for committing the crime, without any solid evidence. Their pictures were put in social media. We hope the audience will also give them space, listen to facts from both sides, and not to attack any individuals without proper judgement as this is affecting their long-term future," the statement reads."As this video has gone viral, we sincerely hope that the audience will not be misled and judge us from one side of the statement only."

You can read their statement in full here: