GrabFood Is Now Delivering These Top 13 Local Restaurants To Your Doorstep

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Ever tried to satisfy your food cravings, only to be met with traffic jam, parking problems, and a long long queue?

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The thing about eating out in Malaysia is that if you want to makan at popular local restaurants, you’ll probably have to wait. That’s why despite craving for nasi kandar, you may think twice before leaving your house to brave the crowds.

Thanks to GrabFood, you can now enjoy these top 13 local restaurants, handpicked by Malaysians, delivered right to your doorstep

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Earlier in August 2018, GrabFood ran The People's Pick campaign, giving Malaysians the opportunity to vote for their favourite restaurants to be featured on the app. After gathering votes from over 5,000 users, GrabFood has brought on-board 13 local restaurants into the app, with many more to come.

Check out these restaurants now available with GrabFood:

Mont Kiara / Hartamas:

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BreadFruits | 8.30am - 10pm | Non-halalAs its name implies, this spot serves up tasty brunch options and a variety of fruits. Start your morning with a freshly-squeezed fruit juice, followed by their famous Brunch Pasta served with a perfect 7-minute soft boiled egg.Solaris Café | 7.30am - 10pm | Non-halalThis is your go-to kopitiam around Mont Kiara with an extensive menu of affordable rice and noodles dishes. Make sure to try their buttermilk pork dish, marmite pork rice, and teh ice. Feel free to also mix and match your favourite dishes from their economy mixed rice stall.Ravi’s Banana Leaf | 8am - 11pmHere's where you can get your daily dose of roti, curries, and banana leaf rice. Their fluffy roti canai is a must-have, and don't forget to also try their sotong goreng and various mutton dishes.Chi Mac | 3pm - 4amIf you're looking for a place with good Korean fried chicken, look no further. Chi Mac serves up superior chicken dishes, including Gan Jang Chicken, Yang Yum Chicken, Kampung Chicken, perfect to be paired with their homemade Makgeolli.

KL City Centre

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Restoran Dapur Sarawak | 10am - 10.30pmThis gem in KL serves up halal and authentic Sarawakian food. If you love rich flavours, you'll appreciate the thick sauces and curries found in many of their dishes. Try out their Kolo Mee Special, Sarawak Laksa Special, and 3 Layer Tea if you get the chance.Apam Balik Nusantara | 4.30pm - 11pmYou've not had apam balik until you've tried the ones from Nusantara. Enjoy crisp, fluffy apam balik with all kinds of fillings, made to order for every customer. Our personal favourites are chocolate banana and durian cheese!Satay Capitol 1951 - Warisan | 3pm - 12amThis place has been serving up satay to diners ever since 1951. The way they marinate their meat ensures that it stays tender and juicy, and you can only imagine sinking your teeth into these fragrant skewers of meat after a long day at work.Soong Kee’s Beef Ball Noodle | 11am -10pmIf you haven't tried this legendary beef noodles, you've been missing out on life. Enjoy tender beef slices cooked to perfection, served atop dry noodles along with an extra order of beef balls. Or if you want to be basic, the noodles with minced beef sauce is amazing even on its own.

Petaling Jaya

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TNR The Real Charsiew by Sean and Angie | 9am - 8.30pmPreviously known as My Toast N Roast, this place serves up some of the best charsiew in town. It literally melts in your mouth, and goes well with a generous serving of their wanton noodles. If you're feeling a tad bit guilty, just grab a bottle of herbal tea to wash it all down and you'll be alright.Nasi Lemak Goreng Chef Fauzy | 6.30pm - 11pmLooking for something out of the ordinary? Try this fried nasi lemak, where they fry coconut rice with homemade sambal over a hot wok. The super spicy sambal itself is freshly cooked for 4 hours each morning. The nasi lemak is also served with a double-fried chicken that's crispy on the outside but still moist on the inside.Lorong Seratus Tahun | 7.30am - 10.30pmIf you're craving Penang street food, this place has it all, from curry noodles to other favourites like asam laksa, prawn noodles, nyonya laksa, chee cheong fun, fruit salad, lobak, and cendol. But if you can only order one thing, you've gotta go with the Penang curry laksa!

TTDI:

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Chequers | 8am - 11pmKnown for their generous portions, this is where you can get a variety of sweet and savoury waffle dishes, including a build-your-own ice-cream waffles combo. They're also famous for their mac and cheese dishes, especially the mouthwatering mac and cheese burger.Santai Restaurant and Café | 12pm - 10pmThis place has one of the best cucur udang around, along with a host of other awesome Malay food like Daging Goreng Daun Limau and Sup Ekor. For dessert, order a serving of the best Ais Batu Campur in town to end your meal on a sweet note.

With GrabFood, you get to try all these awesome food places in the comfort of your own home or office

What's more, you get to save time, skip the queue, and avoid traffic or looking for parking. The best part is you can even save money when dining from these top local restaurants when you use GrabFood.

Enjoy a RM10 voucher when you order on GrabFood and use the promo code: SAYS10

For more info on GrabFood, head over to their website today.

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A List Of Things I Learned From 8 Years Of Travel As A Malaysian Wanderer

Almost a decade ago, I told my father that I would quit my PR job to volunteer in a local village school in Myanmar. My mind was already made up and I was leaving in two days.

An overnight train journey from Bagan to Yangon, Myanmar, which I didn't get much sleep on
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“When are you coming back?” he asked. To his horror, I shrugged my shoulders and said I don’t know. I had less than RM1,000 in my bank account.That one-way ticket to Myanmar led to other one-way tickets in and out of 67 other countries. Over the span of 8 years, I wandered across the different continents via trains, busses, planes, motorcycles and ships. I made dozens of new friendships, experienced fascinating situations and encounters, slept on dozens of strangers’ couches, picked up a couple of interesting jobs and learnt a couple of languages along the way.

Rest assured, I will not be preaching to you about how I’d "found myself" along the way. Life on the road has offered me endless ups and downs, success and failures, doubts and certainty, boredom and excitement. This is not a happily-ever-after story.

However, did I regret the unconventional path that I had chosen to take in 2006? Not at all. Was serving coffees in Melbourne or making salads in London to fund my wanderlust worth the while, while my peers were moving up the corporate ladder and acquiring more worldly possessions? Absolutely, you bet!

If you’ve started travelling yourself, perhaps you can relate. But if not, here's a list of things that you can think about:

1. It's really not that hard

Walking back to the guesthouse from a day in the woods in Tolmezzo, Italy
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Yes, it’s really not. I wasn’t the first person to do it. So many people have done this before me, even before the Internet era came along and made the whole travelling thing easy. Back then, people relied on compasses and oversized maps. Then, guidebooks. Now, I have access to millions of options:  websites, forums, blogs and mobile apps. I can find answers to almost everything, from free stays to cheap flights.So why not take advantage of that and just go?

2. There will always be haters and naysayers

I may be every Malaysian dad’s worst nightmare but I was not born that way. On the contrary, when I was younger, nothing gave me greater pleasure than making my parents proud of me. I was the A student who sailed through my teenage years with grace and ease. I was independent, mild-mannered and obedient.But somewhere along the way, I learned that life is too short to please everyone. To truly experience life, one must grow. The world can be your teacher if you dare venture out of your comfort zone.However, some peers still think I’m crazy while others find my wandering ‘unsettling’. Why can’t you be normal? If you find yourself in a similar position, I’d say, trust yourself. Have faith in your own dreams and opinions. Don’t be afraid to swim against the tide. Seek out your own tribe and surround yourself with inspiring mentors instead.

3. If you want it, you’ll have to hustle for it

Wandering around Hsipaw, Myanmar
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Let’s face it: we don’t share the same advantages and privileges that Western travellers automatically have. Instead, the odds are stacked against us. For example, you may speak perfect Queen’s English but the American who spells ‘your’ instead of ‘you’re’, would still be preferred by schools in Japan or Korea for English Teaching positions over you because they’re from in an English speaking country.Initially, I balked at the unfairness of it all. Why do we have it harder? I ranted and complained but that got me nowhere, so I got off my whiny throne and started to find ways to get around it. If I had to work ten times harder, just to get that job or that visa, so be it. Keep knocking on every door, keep trying your luck because sometimes, all you need is that one door to open.

4. NOTHING beats authentic Malaysian food

Starting my day with a packet of nasi lemak at the mamak is sometimes what I crave for whenever I'm away. Badly.
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Nowhere else in the world provides more variety than the Malaysian food scene. There’s only so much pizzas and croissants you can take before you think about home fondly and crave for a packet of nasi lemak for breakfast. This is THE ultimate sacrifice. Thankfully, through the wonders of YouTube, I learned to make my own nasi lemak and chicken rice while living in Germany. Still, what wouldn’t I give to eat the real thing by the roadside?

5. Malaysians make awesome travellers!

Zaed and I introduced the Dutch and American CouchSurfers to the wonders of Malaysian food
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After having travelled with Americans, Italians, Germans and other nationalities, I have discovered that I don’t fear different languages, weird foods, traditions and ways of living as much as they do. Instead, the more different the other culture is, the more fascinated I get. Every contrasting nuance between my culture and the other becomes an engaging study of geography, history and economics.I believe our multicultural Malaysian society has played an important role here. We are used to people around us looking different and speaking differently. Being constantly surrounded by differing tones and sounds - Malay, Mandarin, Tamil and English - means we don’t expect the world to be homogenous. We celebrate diversity. Since we celebrate everything from Hari Raya to Christmas, from Mooncake Festival to Thaipusam, it helps us move through the world fluidly, as we travel from one country to another.

6. It helps to go with the flow

It hurts to cling on tightly to your expectations. The journey is never always smooth. I was constantly tested by unfortunate circumstances: denied boarding in Thailand (on my way to Amsterdam), lost luggage in Guadeloupe, scammed in Cambodia, had a dismal first impression of Italy, missed flight connections, got lost on my way to a job interview while no one around me spoke English and so on. What happens then? Roll with the punches. Problems will teach you how to manage a crisis first-hand. It’ll also train you to look for that silver lining, the brighter side of things. You may not know how it’ll all turn out but more often than not, it’ll always be better than what you’ve expected.

7. You’re more adaptable than you think

Packing light had allowed me to wander around Donsol, Philippines, easily
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Being Malaysian helps with one thing: flexibility. Growing up in a semi-efficient society, we have been trained to cope with a variety of situations easily. 'Nothing' runs like clockwork in Malaysia, so why would I expect it to be any different elsewhere? I never had problems eating street food everywhere, issues with bus-rides from hell or dirty toilets. I am just as happy to sleep in a car or in a hotel. Locals don’t stare at me and I don’t get scammed as much. I don’t complain about my less than punctual bus connection because I’m happy enough just to be able to travel.

8. It's not that cheap but it’s affordable enough

I come from a middle-class background where holidays abroad are as rare as a unicorn. As a kid, I didn't have expensive Barbie dolls but rather hand-me down storybooks from my aunts and uncles.So whenever I read an article or a blog post written by an English or American about how cheap South East Asia is, I scowl, “Yes, you have no idea.” For someone who possesses the currency that is of three or four times the value of the Malaysian ringgit, it is indeed cheap. But for a Malaysian, USD1 for a bowl of pho in Ho Chi Minh city isn’t dirt-cheap in comparison. It costs just as much for a plate of char koay teow in Malaysia. Having said that, while we can’t live like kings like someone from the UK coming to Thailand, I dare say most travels are affordable enough. We just have to forgo some convenience and work a little harder to stick to our budget. Instead of booking direct flights, we can choose to do a few layovers. Instead of eating restaurants, we can make do by snacking on street food or making our own food. Instead of training it in Europe, take the bus instead. All these seemingly inconvenient choices will help us stretch our budget a little longer.

9. If you are fearful, just jump anyway

Christian, my boyfriend, pondering about his life, in a train from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Thailand
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We have many reasons to fear before and during our travels. Everything is so uncertain. You never know what’s going to happen next. What the plane crashes? What if someone steals your money? What if your parents disown you? What if you get lost? What if you get kidnapped? What if it sucks?It’s easy to get cold feet. It’s easy to let the negativity get to you, especially when you’re surrounded by unsupportive peers. It’s normal to dream up of thousands and thousands of situations where you’re a victim in.  The point is to stop thinking too much and just go.

Take one step at a time.
When you're halfway through, you'll find that it isn't as terrifying as you'd imagined it to be. And maybe, you might actually like it.


PM: All Malaysians Over 18 To Receive Free COVID-19 Vaccine By February 2022

Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has announced that all Malaysians over 18 years of age will be vaccinated against COVID-19 for free by first quarter of 2022

He broke the news during a live address today, 4 February."I would like to announce that the government will start rolling out the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme starting at the end of this month. We target that 80% of the country's population or 26.5 million individuals will receive the vaccine that will be given out for free to Malaysian citizens," he said.

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The vaccine will be distributed through the national programme in three phases

The first phase will focus on immunising 500,000 frontline officials made up of medical officers as well as non-medical officers. The Prime Minister explained, "This phase is very important in order to protect our frontliners in the war against COVID-19. The first phase is scheduled to end by April."Meanwhile, the second phase will involve high-risk groups and individuals who are prone to COVID-19 infection. This includes senior citizens, as well as those over the age of 60 who experience health problems such as heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. The disabled community will also be vaccinated within this phase. This makes up a total of 9.4 million people to receive the vaccine under Phase 2 of the programme starting April until August.Phase 3 of the programme will be dedicated to the vaccination of adults over the age of 18, starting May until February 2022. Muhyiddin also noted that there is a likelihood that the scheduled period might end sooner than planned.

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During his speech, he also implored people to respect the emergency proclamation endorsed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong

He said, "I would also like to take this opportunity to remind all parties to stop throwing baseless accusations towards His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong in approving the emergency proclamation. The government has obtained the consent of His Majesty and he agreed that the COVID-19 pandemic spreading in the country is at a critical level and there is a need for an emergency, in line with the decision of the Cabinet."

"As I explained at length just now, the emergency proclamation by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong is intended to grant jurisdiction to the Government to manage the COVID-19 pandemic more quickly, efficiently, and effectively. Immediate action is being taken by the government under the provisions of the Emergency Ordinance that is currently in force.""The emergency proclamation has no other purpose other than to curb the transmission of COVID-19 more effectively and protect the lives of the people."

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

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Paramount Pictures Is Opening Southeast Asia's Biggest Theme Park In Bali

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Paramount Pictures has just signed an agreement to open the biggest theme park Southeast Asia has seen yet in Bali, Indonesia

According to a press release by Indonesia's People's Consultative Assembly, Indonesian developer PT Kios Ria Kreasi signed an agreement with the American film studio  in Los Angeles last month to build a 57-hectare, movie-based theme park in Bali.Assembly speaker Bambang Soesatyo said the project will strengthen Bali's position "as a recreational and entertainment hub for world citizens"."It will also improve Bali's economy, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic," he said.

A concept image of a Paramount Pictures theme park in development in London, UK.
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The theme park will be located in the southwest of Bali in Pekutatan, Jembrana, and is slated for a soft launch in 2025

As with other Paramount Pictures-based theme parks, visitors can expect themed rides, replicas, and exhibits from Paramount Pictures' library of more than 1,000 films, including Transformers, Mission: Impossible, Top Gun, and Star Trek.Under the Paramount umbrella is also children's television network Nickelodeon, so attractions may draw from the brand's iconic characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora the Explorer.According to License Global, an area of the park will also be dedicated to honouring some of Indonesia's culture, myths, and legends. Called the 'Land of Legends', it will feature the first Indonesian-inspired ride in an international theme park.

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Indoor amusement park, Nickelodeon Universe, in Minnesota, US. Image for illustration purposes only.
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The park will also have two thematic hotels: the Paramount Grand Resort and the Nickelodeon Resort

The rooms will feature characters and themes from the Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon universe.According to Bambang, the theme park is expected to attract as many as five million visitors annually.The theme park is also set to measure 57 hectares big, easily being twice the size of local amusement parks such as LEGOLAND Malaysia (28 hectares) and Sunway Lagoon (36 hectares).Paramount Pictures had also announced the opening of theme parks in Incheon, Korea, London, UK, and Kunming, China in the past decade. However, the development of the theme park in Incheon has been delayed beyond its initial target of 2025, while the deal in  London has been postponed indefinitely.

Meanwhile, the first-of-its-kind Studio Ghibli theme park is anticipated to open in Japan in November this year:

                Totoro Fans, Rejoice! Tickets For Japan's Studio Ghibli Theme Park Are Now On Sale

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A Student Answered "I'm Malaysian" When A Waiter Asked If He Was Vegetarian

Yesterday, 11 March, the 'Future Kids & My English' programme was officially launched in SK Bukit Gelugor, Penang by Education Minister Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid

According to China Press, the programme will provide free English tuition classes to 140 selected students from seven schools in Bukit Gelugor.The English classes, which are tailored for standard four students, will be taught using St. Christopher's International Primary School's curriculum.

Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid speaking at the official launch.
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Bukit Gelugor UMNO division chief Datuk Omar Faudzar, who was also present at the ceremony, expressed his disappointment in Malay students as they can barely speak English

According to Omar, a Malay student failed to order food using English while dining in an American restaurant. "This Malay student studies in the Royal Military College and earned good results in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)," Omar said. "When the waiter asked if he was vegetarian, he said he was Malaysian," he added.

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Omar also shared another story about a Malay man who now holds the Yang Berhormat (YB) title, but couldn't order a meal in English at the airport years ago

Omar said he was asked to help this Malay man and his brother prepare for their trip to the United States years ago. However, when they arrived at the airport, he realised that the siblings were hungry because they could not order food in English.

Omar emphasised the importance of the English language, which fuelled the launch of 'Future Kids & My English'

"Many Malay students who go for job interviews can't communicate fluently in English," Omar was quoted as saying by China Press."This is why we're providing standard four English classes for free to 140 selected students from seven schools in Bukit Gelugor," he added.

What do you think about Omar's claims? Let us know in the comments section below.


10 College Courses That Didn't Exist 20 Years Ago

1. Level Design & Development for Video Games — University of Southern California

The University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts instructs students in theory, art and practice behind film, television and new media. Its video game design and management minor requires seven courses (24 units) for completion, and instructs students in level design, game-play control, user interface, multiplayer, game mechanics and storytelling. Its sister curriculum, the video game programming minor, teaches students to write code and program game engines.
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2. The Beauty and Joy of Computing — University of California, Berkeley

The computer science and engineering course description reads like a great, big programming hug: "The history, social implications, great principles and future of computing. Beautiful applications that have changed the world. How computing empowers discovery and progress in other fields. Relevance of computing to the student and society will be emphasized. Students will learn the joy of programming a computer using a friendly, graphical language, and will complete a substantial team programming project related to their interests." Image courtesy of Flickr, Tabbymom Jen
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3. Technology and Imagination — Massachusetts Institute of Technology

A course in MIT's science, technology and society concentration explores the relationship between tech innovation and creative faculty. By studying historical developments in technology and the minds behind the ideas, students can infer how "technology simulates imagination" and vice versa.

The course "draws upon the history of technology and science, literary and cultural theory, and imaginative writing. Readings range from Romantic poets to recent novels. Topics include scientific instrumentation, utopianism and space travel." Basically, it's a fun way for geeks to fulfill their English requirements. Image courtesy of Flickr, h.koppdelaney
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4. Science Facts & Science Fictions — Harvard University

This course, in Harvard University's Department of the History of Science, studies science through the lens of science fiction. In it, students read sci-fi novels and watch sci-fi films and discuss the relationship between artistic representations and technological advancement. Image courtesy of Flickr, Brett Kiger
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5. Technology Entrepreneurship — Carnegie Mellon University

Many of the world's most recent and most successful ventures have stemmed from technology-centric concepts. Designed to "sharpen the students' skills in identifying technology-based business opportunities," this course teaches students how to approach entrepreneurship from a technologist's perspective. Image courtesy of Flickr, carriestroud
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6. Data Journalism and Investigative Reporting — New York University

With the expansion in web-based research, a new career path has emerged: data journalist. In this course, students will learn how to find and collect massive reserves of valuable data and then to craft stories from it. Image courtesy of Flickr, UCB Library
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7. Social Media & Virtual Communities — Emory Univerisity Goizueta Business School

These days, we wouldn't recommend starting a business without a solid social media marketing strategy. This course prepares students by teaching them how to integrate social media into a business context and tap communities in the most interactive way possible. Image courtesy of Flickr, Marc Wathieu
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8. Media & Social Psychology — Fielding Graduate University

The course invites students to study social psychology in terms of mass media, and more specifically, as it relates to social influence. A big part of how we're influenced today happens through social media. "We will explore processes of self concept formation, the formation of judgments, explanations and expectations, along with an exploration of attitudes and behavior, and social identity embedded within the context of mass media influence and new media interactions … Other topics discussed include: video games, violence-aggression, prejudice and the social psychology of social networks." Image courtesy of Flickr, Mark Auer
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9. Audio for the Web — New York University

Exactly what it sounds like, this course instructs how to produce, compress and deliver high-quality sound targeted to web-specific formats. Image courtesy of Flickr, Î’ethan
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Poor English Led To More Than 1,000 Trainee Doctors Giving Up On Their Medical Career

A report from The Star today, 9 November, revealed that about 1,000 medical graduates have decided to quit pursuing a career in medicine, despite having completed 2 years of housemanship in the past year

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The main reason? The trainee doctors could not cope with the pressure of being a full-fledged doctor due to their poor grasp of English.

Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) Malacca chapter president Prof. Dr. M. Nachiappan said other contributing factors were lack of interest in basic medical training, poor relationship skills with patients and frustration due to working condition.

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According to Dr. Nachiappan, Malaysian medical students came up short when compared to peers from other countries because of their inadequacy in the English language

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"This is not good for the medical fraternity and does not augur well for the nation if stakeholders do not execute some plans to improve the standard of English,” Dr. Nachiappan, who is also deputy dean of Melaka-Manipal Medical College, said.“There must be an urgency to improve the grasp of the language at the primary level. Otherwise, the quality of doctors will go downhill,” he added.

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Dr. Nachiappan also pointed out that medical schools are also finding it difficult to churn out quality medical graduates, adding that their inability to communicate in English tend to produce poor results when pursuing their studies in universities and medical colleges

“The quality of our students are compromised due to their inabilities to communicate in English,” he said, adding that most reference books on medicine and lectures were delivered in English.

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Poor proficiency in English does not only plague the local medical industry, a survey from the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) also found that 60% of employers identified poor command of the English languages as the main problem with young recruits

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The Malaysian Insider had reported in June last year that employers were becoming increasingly dismayed by Malaysia's "generation Y" job seekers, due to their poor command of the English language and communication skills. A similar survey conducted in September 2013 by online recruitment agency JobStreet.com found that 55% of participating senior managers and companies said poor command of the English language was the main reason for unemployment among undergraduates. School leavers might have SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) English grades of A and B, but could not even hold a conversation in English, MEF executive director Datuk Shamsudin Bardan had told The Malaysian Insider.

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Despite all that, the usage of English in educating Malaysian children in local schools continues to be debated:

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Is improving on Malaysians' English proficiency a distant dream, especially when some locals took to criticising this woman for using English in her call for help instead of her native tongue?

                Girl Who Tries To Help Her Dad Gets Condemned For Posting In English Instead

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Malaysians, Here's Everything You Need To Know About Voting If You're Living Overseas

On 13 November, Deputy Prime Minister Dato' Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that the 14th General Election will take place sometime in the next 180 days

Deputy Prime Minister Dato' Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi
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This means the next general election will be held before 12 May 2018. The 13th General Election was held on 5 May 2013. The Malaysian Constitution says that an election must be held within five years of the first meeting of the Parliament and the first meeting of the 13th Parliament of Malaysia took place on 24 June 2013. In line with that, the 13th Parliament will be automatically dissolved on 24 June 2018 and elections must be called within 60 days of the dissolution of Parliament. With elections around the corner, eligible Malaysians that have yet to register as voters have been advised to do so immediately, instead of dilly-dallying and registering at the eleventh hour.

So, what are the basic qualifications needed to register as a voter in Malaysia?

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			1. Be a Malaysian citizen2. Be 21 years old and above3. Never been barred/disqualified by any laws in the forceOne is not eligible to register as a voter in Malaysia if:i. on the qualifying date, you are serving jail term or detained as a person of unsound mind; or ii. before the qualifying date, you have been convicted or sentenced to death or serving a jail term of more than 12 months and you're still liable on the qualifying date; or iii. found guilty under the Election Offences Act 1954; or iv. have a foreign citizenship (Malaysian laws do not permit a Malaysian to have dual citizenship)

If you've yet to register as a voter, here's the easiest, most convenient way of doing so in Malaysia:

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			1. Head to the nearest post office with your IC. 2. Fill in the registration Form A and the whole process should take no more than a few minutes. 3. Once the process is done, check your voter details/status on Suruhanjaya Pilihanraya Malaysia's (SPR) website by keying in your IC number. Note that it takes around four months for your name to appear in the electoral roll. Alternatively, head to the one of these places to register as a voter: 1. SPR headquarters at Aras G, Menara SPR, No. 2, Jalan P2T, Presint 2, Putrajaya. 2. Any of the state SPR offices. Please keep a copy of the registration form as proof and reference.

According to SPR, the registration of Malaysian voters is divided into two categories, namely absent voters and normal voters.
Malaysians living abroad who are eligible to be absent voters are:

i. Military personnel ii. Spouses to (i) iii. Government personnel (Federal Government, States Service, or Local Authorities) who are in service abroad iv. Spouses to (iii)v. Full-time students (you'll need to show any document showing institution, course, and duration of study)vi. Spouses to (v) Note that even if you've already registered as a voter in Malaysia prior to living abroad, you'll still need to go to the Malaysian embassy to register as an absent voter in order for you to vote in the upcoming elections.

If you have not registered as a voter in Malaysia, head to the embassy or high commission to register as one

Malaysians waiting in line to cast their votes outside the Malaysian High Commission in London during the 13th General Election in May 2013.
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The documents required to register as an absent voter or a first time voter are: - Passport - IC Normal voters are Malaysians other than the ones stated above and are required to return to Malaysia and vote in the area they've registered in.

On the subject of other Malaysians living abroad who wish to vote in the general elections, former deputy chairman of SPR Wan Ahmad Wan Omar, informed in 2013 that all Malaysians who are registered voters can apply to vote by post

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They must have spent at least 30 days (does not need to be consecutively) in Malaysia, in the past five years to apply to vote by post from the respective countries they're in. He said that this does not apply to registered voters living in Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, and Brunei who are required to return to Malaysia should they wish to cast their votes. A couple months back, Malaysian Digest got in touch with SPR regarding this matter and was told that getting recognised as an Absent Voter is usually on a case by case basis. "Generally, those who are employed in the private sectors overseas or are not JPA-sponsored students, are required to register as absentee voters in Malaysia prior to their departure," the SPR officer explained.

However, the information on SPR's website does not reflect these changes on the eligibility to vote by post

Image via SPR

A quick check on Malaysian High Commission website also revealed that only military personnel, civil servants on official duties, full-time students, and their spouses are eligible to register as absent voters. Attempts to seek clarifications from SPR on this matter failed. So, if you are a registered Malaysian voter who's living abroad and do not fall into the Absent Voter category specified by SPR, head to the Malaysian High Commission office at your earliest convenience and request for details to register to vote by post in the upcoming elections.

Once you have already submitted the application forms to register as an absent voter, here's how the voting process will be:

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			1. Application forms for registrations as absent voters will be submitted to SPR for processing and registration. 2. List of voters eligible for absent voting will be prepared by SPR and sent to Malaysian Missions overseas for confirmation. The Office of Malaysian Missions has been appointed to act as Assistant Registrar of Voters and will assist in the registration exercise of Malaysian voters abroad on behalf of SPR. 3. The amended list (if any) will be resubmitted to SPR for the final process. 4. The final list will be sent by SPR to Missions to be displayed in the Missions website. The same list will be on SPR's website too. 5. SPR will send the ballot papers to Missions before the election date. 6. Missions will send the ballot papers to voters based on their registered address. 7. The casting of ballot papers in two ways, namely: i. At the registered residence of the voters; orii. At the Malaysian Missions8. All ballot papers that have been duly casted must be returned to SPR by either: i. Express post direct using the envelope provided by SPR but at the individual's own expense; or ii. Return the ballot papers to Malaysian Missions for onward forwarding to SPR via the Special Diplomatic Bag. 9. Absent voters who cast their votes at the Malaysian Missions, will need to hand over the ballot papers to the appointed election officials to be submitted to SPR. Please note that all ballot papers must be returned to SPR before 5pm on the voting day.

The key here is to register as a voter immediately after you turn 21, always make sure that your name is in the electoral roll (check from time to time to ensure that all details are accurate) and seek clarifications from SPR should you have any concerns or questions regarding your status as a voter or the voting process!

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Speaking of voting, here's what to do if your name goes missing from the electoral roll:

                Your Name Could Go ‘Missing’ From The SPR Database Even If You’ve Registered. Here’s Why

We spoke to a representative from the Suruhanjaya Pilihan Raya (SPR) office to get some answers on the confusion surr...

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Police Finds Unfinished Explosive Device In Bukit Damansara Home

Last night at 10pm, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) received a report that an improvised explosive device (IED) had been found in the yard of a house in Bukit Damansara around 5pm

Kuala Lumpur police chief Mazlan Lazim, while confirming the incident, said that the device was found to be "incomplete", Bernama reported today, 2 August."The bomb disposable unit (UPB) deployed to inspect the object has confirmed (that) it is an incomplete IED. The police are still investigating the object," he added.

The incomplete IED that was found in the yard of a house in Bukit Damansara.
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Prior to the discovery of the incomplete IED, someone who claimed to have hacked a Twitter account made bomb threats aimed at KL Sentral and the Russian embassy in Jalan Ampang

Bomb threats in both places were made using a Twitter account of iMais - Uma Agencia Sincera, which was allegedly hacked by "limzhengyan" at 7.21pm last night.iMais is a Brazil-based marketing agency, using the handle @agenciaimais.In the tweets that are no longer available, the alleged hacker said that "there is a bomb within a Samsonite suitcase that is now placed at the concourse area inside KL Sentral" and that "a second bomb has been smuggled inside the Russian Embassy" along Jalan Ampang.However, it is not clear if there's a link between the IED that was found in Bukit Damansara house and the bomb threats made in the tweets.

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A check by SAYS found that the Twitter account is still active.However, the account's bio section which initially showed “hacked by limzhengyan” no longer has any description.

However, Mazlan said that the police did not find any suspicious objects at either site after conducting sweeps

Image via Mukhriz Hazim/Malay Mail

"Checks at KL Sentral and the Russian embassy in Jalan Ampang were negative and the information regarding the threats are believed to be false," Mazlan was quoted as saying by The Star Online."Investigations are being conducted together with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to identify the owner of the Twitter account."He asked the members of the public to come forward if they have any information. Those with any information can call the city police headquarters command centre at 03-21159999 or Brickfields command centre at 03-22979268.


Rindu Nak Selfie Atau OOTD? Jom Singgah Ke 'Selfie Station' Di Semenyih Ini. Caj RM8 Je!

Instagram feed tak menarik sebab dah lama tak bergambar?

Buat yang tercari-cari tempat lit dan masih rare untuk bergambar, ini ada spot baik punya untuk anda semua!

Image via Twitter @anakcikjoe

Image via Twitter @anakcikjoe

Menerusi laman Twitter, Nazirah Johari telah berkongsikan lokasi 'selfie' atau 'ootd' menarik iaitu Selfie Station yang terletak di Semenyih, Selangor.Caj bayaran masuk bagi seorang adalah sebanyak RM5 pada hari biasa dan RM8 pada hujung minggu.

Kaki selfie Cari tempat OOTD Jom datang ke SELFIE STATION SEMENYIH. Ada 14 konsep/tema untuk anda selfie sepuas2nya. Jom klik link ig di bawah : https://t.co/llyvFIHi76Bayaran masuk : Weekdays : RM5/per entryWeekend : RM8/per entry pic.twitter.com/NBpEVl4flX— Nazirah Johari (@anakcikjoe) June 6, 2020

Selfie Station ini mempunyai 14 konsep dan setiap satu bilik berbeza tema. Wow, bolehlah bergambar dan melaram dalam background yang berbeza-beza!

Image via Twitter @anakcikjoe

Image via Twitter @anakcikjoe

Image via Twitter @anakcikjoe

Image via Twitter @anakcikjoe

Menariknya, Selfie Station turut menyediakan servis wedding photoshoot dengan harga serendah RM100!

Menyediakan 3 konsep bertemakan pelamin dan perkhidmatan jurugambar, para pengantin boleh bergambar sakan di semua pelamin yang dihias cantik itu sebagai kenangan hari bahagia.

Dah penat ambil gambar dekat pelamin, boleh sambung ambil gambar di booth studio kami. Semua nya dengan harga bermula RM100  pic.twitter.com/Mytb4fp5Sz— Nazirah Johari (@anakcikjoe) June 6, 2020

Bukan sekadar wedding photoshoot sahaja, Selfie Station turut menyediakan perkhidmatan gambar lain seperti maternity shoot, birthday shoot, photoshoot Hari Raya, dan lain-lain!

Last sekali, selain wedding/nikah, studio kami ada sediakan untuk maternity,babyborn,birthday,wedding anniversary,product dan juga untuk photoshoot raya. Sebarang booking boleh visit IG kami/klik link ws di bawah : https://t.co/MwgWmkv6q2 pic.twitter.com/NDHiAg0V2O— Nazirah Johari (@anakcikjoe) June 6, 2020

Gambar-gambar yang diambil kemudiannya akan dihantar menerusi Google Drive.

Namun begitu, buat masa ini, Selfie Station hanya membuka studio mereka berdasarkan tempahan sahaja

Selain itu, susulan daripada konsep norma baharu yang diterapkan kerajaan bagi mengelak penularan wabak Covid-19, hanya maksimum 10 orang sahaja dibenarkan untuk masuk bagi setiap satu sesi.

Musim PKP, studio dibuka melalui appointment sahaja. Setiap slot maximum 10 orang sahaja. Jom book  pic.twitter.com/IuaNuz7biy— Nazirah Johari (@anakcikjoe) June 6, 2020

Bagi yang ingin menempah slot bersama Selfie Station, boleh membuat pesanan melalui WhatsApp atau boleh layari ke laman Facebook dan Instagram.

So apa lagi? Pakat dengan kawan-kawan jom dress up dan snap up!

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LIKE Facebook dan follow Twitter SAYS SEISMIK dan temui segala cerita mesti kongsi sekarang!

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MOE Allegedly Sends Out Circular Disallowing Period Spot Checks At Its Edu Institutions

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All state education departments and district education offices have been allegedly told to stop period spot checks in schools, according to a Ministry of Education (MOE) circular that is being shared online

The circular states that the MOE has found that menstruation-related physical inspections among female students have occurred in educational institutions under the ministry and that it takes this matter seriously."The MOE emphasises that such a matter should not happen in any educational institution under the MOE," reads the circular that was first posted in a Facebook group and later shared on Twitter.It then instructs all state education departments and district education offices to ensure that menstruation-related physical inspection practices do not occur in any educational institution under the MOE.

The circular also warned that the occurrence of period spot checks in educational institutions under the MOE will result in strict actions

According to the alleged circular, everyone involved must ensure that these instructions are communicated and complied with immediately by all educational institutions.The circular is dated 2 November. However, there has been no official confirmation about it.

Screenshot of the circular being shard online.
Image via @dckahc (Twitter)

Prior to this on 26 October, Education Minister Radzi Jidin had visited a vocational college in Kuala Lumpur after allegations that period spot checks were being conducted at the institution

The allegation came to light when women's rights advocate and gender equality researcher at ISIS Malaysia, Tashny Sukumaran, posted on Twitter that a student studying at ERT Vocational College in Setapak reached out to her about the incident.The student alleged that she and about 30 other young women aged 18 and 19 were rounded up and given cotton buds to prove they were on their periods at 7.50pm, 18 October.The student told the former journalist that the college has been carrying out the practice for a long time."According to her, these period checks had stopped for awhile after the furor earlier this year, but began again just because someone performed their prayers alone instead of with others at the hostel surau," Tashny tweeted.She added that the students tried to push back against the instructions given but were ignored."If you feel uncomfortable about it, then perform your prayers," they were allegedly told, implying the students were using menstruation as an excuse to escape congregational prayers.In her Twitter thread posted at 2pm on Tuesday, 26 October, Tashny urged Radzi and MOE to urgently look into the matter. Following which, Radzi's communications team said the minister himself will visit the college.

Image via Dr Radzi Jidin (Facebook)

If you or someone you know may be at risk or has experienced sexual abuse or assault, please reach out to these Malaysian organisations:

1. WOMEN'S AID ORGANISATION (WAO)Operating hours: 24-hourContact: +603-30008858SMS/WhatsApp: +6018-9888058Website | Facebook | Twitter2. ALL WOMEN'S ACTION SOCIETY (AWAM)Operating hours: Monday to Friday (9.30am - 5.30pm)Contact: +603-78770224WhatsApp/Telegram: +6016-2284221 | +6016-2374221Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter3. WOMEN'S CENTRE FOR CHANGE PENANG (WCC PENANG)Operating hours: Monday to Friday (9am - 5pm)Contact: +604-2280342 | +604-3988340WhatsApp: +6011-31084001 | +6016-4180342Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter4. SARAWAK WOMEN FOR WOMEN SOCIETY (SWWS)Operating hours: Monday (7pm - 9pm),Tuesday to Thursday (9.30am - 11.30am), Saturday (2pm - 4pm)Contact: +6082-368853SMS/WhatsApp: +6016-5822660 | +6013-8044285Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter5. SABAH WOMEN'S ACTION-RESOURCE GROUP (SAWO)Operating hours: Monday to Friday (9am - 5pm)Contact: +6088-280200 | +6011-27908020Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter6. PROTECT AND SAVE THE CHILDREN (PS THE CHILDREN)Operating hours: Monday to Friday (3pm - 12am)WhatsApp: +6016-7213065Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter7. INTERNET WATCH FOUNDATION (IWF)Anonymously and confidentially report child sexual abuse content and non-photographic child sexual abuse images with IWF's Reporting Portal.

In April, hundreds of Malaysians came out on Twitter with stories of sexual harassment and abuse they had to endure in school:

                M'sians Share Disturbing Stories Of Period Spot Checks And Sexual Harassment In School

"I didn't register it as sexual harassment until much later in life," said a victim.

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Ini 4 Perkara Yang Mengejutkan Tentang Industri Perladangan Malaysia Yang Anda Perlu Tahu

Artikel ini ditaja oleh Malaysian Palm Oil Certification Council (MPOCC).Follow kami di Telegram, jadi antara yang terawal untuk dapatkan berita dan artikel-artikel menarik di SAYS Seismik.

Tahukah anda bahawa terdapat sejenis tanaman yang menyumbang sebanyak RM70 billion kepada negara dan menjadi sumber rezeki kepada 650,000 keluarga peladang serta jutaan pekerja lain tetapi sering dilemparkan dengan pelbagai tuduhan tidak berasas dan menimbulkan salah faham dalam kalangan orang Malaysia sendiri?

Sesetengah pihak menggelarnya sebagai tanaman yang dicemburui negara-negara Kesatuan Eropah sehingga dikecam dan menerima pelbagai tohmahan. Sebagai negara pengeluar kedua dunia terbesar tanaman tersebut, industri sawit negara merupakan antara mangsa cemburu barat sehingga dituduh sebagai salah satu penyebab utama penebangan hutan di negara kita.

4 tuduhan tidak benar tentang industri sawit Asean:

Industri sawit pemangkin penebangan hutanPenyebab kepupusan spesies flora dan faunaMengamalkan buruh paksa dan buruh kanak-kanakMinyak sawit tidak sihat berbanding minyak sayuran lain dan banyak lagiTapi sebenarnya, hampir kesemua negara pengeluar hasil minyak sawit sudah ada pensijilan minyak sawit mampan.Termasuklah, Malaysia yang mempunyai pensijilan kebangsaan tersendiri dinamakan sebagai Skim Pensijilan Minyak Sawit Mampan Malaysia (MSPO).

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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MSPO berfungsi untuk mengawal selia kelestarian perindustrian minyak sawit tempatan, terutama sekali dalam hal penebangan hutan dan pemeliharaan flora serta fauna.

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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MSPO diperkenalkan pada tahun 2015, awalnya ia berkonsepkan sukarela. Namun, bagi memastikan produk sawit Malaysia lebih mampan dan boleh dijual ke pasaran dunia MSPO kini diwajibkan buat semua pengeluar bahan sawit tempatan.Ladang sawit yang tidak mempunyai pensijilan MSPO berdepan risiko untuk ditarik balik lesen pengusahaan ladang mereka dan tidak dibenarkan untuk memperbaharui lesen.

MSPO mengetengahkan 7 prinsip yang perlu dipatuhi seperti di bawah:

Komitmen dan Tanggungjawab Pengurusan,KetelusanPematuhan Terhadap Keperluan Undang-undang,Tanggungjawab Sosial, Keselamatan, Kesihatan dan Persekitaran PekerjaanPemeliharaan Alam Sekitar, Sumber Semulajadi, Biodiversiti dan Perkhidmatan EkosistemAmalan Baik PerladanganPembangunan Kawasan Baru

Melalui skim MSPO sebarang penebangan hutan dan aktiviti pemburuan haiwan liar adalah tidak dibenarkan sama sekali. Sekiranya, terdapat haiwan liar di ladang sawit, maka, pekebun haruslah menghubungi pihak berkuasa yang berkenaan seperti PERHILITAN supaya haiwan terbabit dapat dipindahkan ke pusat pemeliharaan atau habitat lain.Skim pensijilan MSPO juga mengutamakan kebajikan pekerja yang terlibat dalam industri sawit. Setiap pekerja kini mampu memperoleh pendapatan kira-kira RM3,000 sebulan selain turut diberikan kemudahan tempat tinggal dan pelbagai insentif lain.

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Malah, setiap pekerja dilindungi Akta Kerja 1955 yang memperakui hak pekerja dan Majikan tidak boleh memaksa pekerja untuk melakukan pekerjaan tanpa kerelaan individu tersebut. Hal ini sekaligus membuktikan tuduhan Kesatuan Eropah tentang buruh paksa adalah tidak benar sama sekali.Untuk pengetahuan anda, minyak sayuran seperti soya dan zaitun yang sering menjadi pilihan negara barat itu memerlukan kawasan yang lebih besar berbanding minyak sawit.Menurut WWF, tanaman soya mampu menghasilkan 0.4 metrik tan minyak per hektar, iaitu hampir sembilan kali lebih rendah berbanding minyak sawit yang mampu menghasilkan 3.3 metrik tan per hektar.Bermakna, mereka memerlukan kawasan dengan keluasan sehinga 8 hektar lebih besar untuk penghasilan minyak soya yang sama banyak dengan minyak sawit per hektar.Tuduhan yang menyatakan minyak sawit tidak sihat berbanding minyak sayuran lain seperti minyak zaitun juga tidak benar. Ini kerana, minyak sawit negara terutamanya minyak sawit merah (virgin) sangat kaya dengan kandungan vitamin E.

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
Image via iStock

Terutamanya minyak kelapa sawit merah yang dibuktikan oleh kajian saintifik padat dengan tokotrienol – satu bentuk vitamin E dan A, kaya antioksidan serta fitonutrien lain yang membantu masalah kekurangan vitamin serta menyokong jantung menangani stres. Selain itu, ia juga mampu mengawal tahap kolesterol, pengaliran darah serta mengurangkan tekanan darah.Jadi, kita harusnya berbangga dengan kemajuan industri sawit kita sekarang. Setelah pelbagai usaha dijalankan bagi melindungi kelestarian alam sekitar dari segi pengurangan penebangan hutan, pemeliharaan dan pemuliharaan flora juga fauna serta kebajikan pekerja.Sebagai tanda berbangga itu maka jomlah kita sama-sama menyokong produk hasil dari minyak sawit negara kita. Minyak sawit ini bukan sekadar minyak masak dan marjerin sahaja. Ia juga digunakan dalam penghasilan sabun, barang-barang kosmetik, mi segera dan banyak lagi!Selepas ini kalau ada jumpa barang keperluan yang mengandungi minyak sawit tidak perlu teragak-agak lagi, anda boleh terus beli!


11 Local IG Businesses Selling Minimalist & Fine Jewellery That Are Affordable & Cute

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Have you ever thought of incorporating minimalist jewellery in your OOTD without breaking the bank?
If you have, then you have come to the right place.

Minimalist jewellery are timeless pieces that anyone can put on to add a little shine to their everyday look. They can also complement other jewellery and pull a whole outfit together.

Image via @myjn_official (Instagram)

To help you to achieve that, here are 11 local jewellers who sell fine and minimalist rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and anklets on Instagram:

1. & Fine Things

Image via @andfinethings (Instagram)

Image via @andfinethings (Instagram)

As their name suggests, & Fine Things has a range of beautiful and fine jewellery. They describe themselves as a brand that carries "everyday classics with a modern twist".If you are looking for dainty yet chic pieces of jewellery that are affordable, then you should definitely check this store out.Price range: RM20 to RM30 per piece.Delivery: Free shipping on orders over RM60 for West Malaysia and RM80 for East Malaysia.Find them on Instagram.

2. EPOH Jewellery Official

Image via @epoh_20 (Instagram)

Image via @epoh_20 (Instagram)

EPOH Jewellery Official promotes affordable and quality jewellery. Some of their pieces, such as their ring set above, are tarnish free and anti-rust. In other words, you can wash your hands and wear them in the shower without the worry of them ever losing their sparkle or colour! Another feature is that some of their pieces are also made of hypoallergenic material. It is unlikely that they will cause any irritation to your skin.Price range: RM5 to RM35 per piece.Delivery: Free shipping on orders over RM100 for West Malaysia.Find them on Instagram.

3. GLOWSSORIES

Image via @glowssories.co (Instagram)

Image via @glowssories.co (Instagram)

GLOWSSORIES started operating in February this year and is already picking up quite a number of fans. They carry some exquisite and essential pieces, such as hoop earrings and cute rings. However, it is the dainty chain earrings that really caught our attention.Price range: RM10 to RM15 per piece.Delivery: Postage costs RM8 for West Malaysia and RM12 for East Malaysia. Free postage on orders above RM50 for West Malaysia and RM80 for East Malaysia.Find them on Instagram.

4. astrea.co

Image via @astrea.co (Instagram)

Image via @astrea.co (Instagram)

astrea.co has jewellery that are easy to style for your everyday look. Their earrings, necklaces, and bracelets are aesthetic and classic.According to their website, they sell affordable and high quality jewellery inspired by the latest trends. Some of their bestsellers are their variety of hoop earrings.Price range: RM15 to RM25 per piece.Delivery: Ships within Malaysia and Singapore.Find them on Instagram.

5. Finest Flair

Image via @finestflair_  (Instagram)

Image via @finestflair_  (Instagram)

Based in Melaka, Finest Flair has a variety of dainty and intricately beautiful pieces made from different types of metals.Some of their bracelets and anklets, such as the ones above, are stainless steel. Their chains are made of 100% 925 sterling silver and are great for everyday wear. Look no further if you want something that is pretty, affordable, and has good quality.Price range: RM25 to RM72 per piece.Delivery: Postage costs RM9 for West Malaysia and RM13 for East Malaysia. Free shipping on orders above RM100 for West Malaysia and RM120 for East Malaysia.Find them on Instagram.

6. Plenty Jewellery

Image via @plentymy (Instagram)

Image via @plentymy (Instagram)

When we think of minimalist jewellery that are locally made and have an affordable price range, Plenty Jewellery often comes to mind. They sell demi-fine jewellery at reasonable prices.The Amy Chain Bracelet in the photo above is handmade with 18k gold plated stainless steel and is from their first chain jewellery series. It has been a customer favourite ever since. Another selling point is that they deliver their jewellery in sustainable packaging.Price range: RM10 to RM45 per piece.Delivery: Ships worldwide.Find them on Instagram.

7. LUCCACAL

Image via @luccacal (Instagram)

Image via @luccacal (Instagram)

Jewellery from LUCCACAL is best for those who seek a modern minimalist look. Their pieces are waterproof and hypoallergenic. They constantly update their followers with new options that feature new styles on their Instagram page. The latest jewellery include little gems like blue tiger's eyes that is said to ease anxiety. This Kedah-based business definitely encourages people to not only look their best but also feel their best while wearing their jewellery.Price range: RM29 to RM59 per piece.Delivery: Ships worldwide.Find them on Instagram.

8. 1000earring

Image via @1000earring (Instagram)

Image via @1000earring (Instagram)

If you are looking for earrings with unique designs, 1000earring is the place for you. As alluded by its name, they specialise in a wide range of earrings. Their latest bestseller is an earring that is worn by wrapping it around your earlobe instead of just clipping or hanging it.Other than promoting premium yet affordable earrings, they also share information on which earrings are best to sleep in, and symptoms of metal allergy and how to avoid such symptoms on their Instagram page.Price range: RM 29.90 to RM119.90 per piece.Delivery: Within Malaysia.Find them on Instagram.

9. el-jo studio

Image via @eljo.studio (Instagram)

Image via @eljo.studio (Instagram)

With the motto "Styles you'll want to keep", el-jo studio is definitely a shop you'll want to check out. Their designs never run out of style and perfect for every occasion. Although they are slightly pricier, these pieces are made to last for a long time.One of their bestsellers is the layering hoops earrings and it definitely is another take on the classic yet casual hoops. They have a range of pieces that will add a subtle bling in your everyday outfit. While they might look plain, they are actually statement pieces, such as the ring in the photo above, because they use simple shapes to create a touch of elaborateness.Price range: RM39 to RM129 per piece.Delivery: Within Malaysia.Find them on Instagram.

10. Minimalist Lab

Image via @minimalist_lab (Instagram)

Image via @minimalist_lab (Instagram)

Minimalist Lab has jewellery that are good for both men and women. Their pieces are best described as basic, slick, and chic.Although they cost slightly more, their jewellery is definitely an aesthetic that pleases and matches everyone. Minimalist Lab has outlets in Pavilion KL and Mid Valley. However, you can still check out their collection on Instagram.Price range: RM59 to RM208 per piece.Delivery: Within Malaysia.Find them on Instagram.

11. MyJN

Image via @myjn_official (Instagram)

Image via @myjn_official (Instagram)

MyJN is one of the most sought after online stores that sell modern minimalist demi-fine and contemporary pieces. Their jewellery are chic and timeless with a little modern vibe.Although their prices range around RM100 to RM200, these pieces are worth every single penny as they can be kept for a long time and worn for all seasons.Price range: RM119 to RM199 per piece.Delivery: Within Malaysia.Find them on Instagram.

Check out more small local businesses that sell jewellery online:

                16 Small Local Online Businesses That Sell Lovely Handmade Resin Crafts & Accessories

So much skill and talent!

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                21 Small Malaysian Businesses Selling Charming & Quirky Handmade Polymer Clay Jewellery

You won't find these individually-designed pieces in stores.

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WATCH: 26,213 washed plates break Guiness World Record

                Malaysians Break The Guinness World Record by Washing 26,213 Plates

The previous record was achieved in India with fewer than 16,000 plates.

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A total of 26,213 plates were washed using a single 800ml bottle of Joy Dishwashing Liquid

                Malaysians Break The Guinness World Record by Washing 26,213 Plates

The previous record was achieved in India with fewer than 16,000 plates.

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A total of 26,213 plates were washed using a single 800ml bottle of Joy Dishwashing Liquid yesterday, breaking the Guinness World Record for the “longest line of washed plates”.

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The feat, held at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium here, saw rows and rows of washed plates laid out around the running track of the stadium, which was verified by Guinness World Records representative Blythe Fitzwilliam as being 6.8km in length.

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On hand to witness the record breaking attempt was Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, Tan Sri Joseph Kurup, and Procter & Gamble’s chief executive officer for Malaysia, Nicolas de La Giroday.

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Tan Sri Joseph Kurup applauded P&G for the endeavour

“This is the true spirit of our nation that we must cultivate, where people from different races and backgrounds come together as a single united front for a common cause,” he said.

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This Cambodian Boy Can Speak More Than 10 Languages And People Are Mad Impressed

Videos of a young Cambodian boy who can speak over 10 languages - and sing as well! - have gone viral on a number of social media platforms recently

Thaksin (left) and Venus.
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The original photos and videos were taken by Malaysian travel blogger Venus Gwc of Let's Go Somewhere.Venus added that she had met the young boy - later identified as Thaksin - at Ta Prohm Temple in Angkor Wat, Siem Reap. At the time of writing, the post has accumulated 24,000 reactions and over 29,000 shares, while the video itself has over one million views!

Within the first few seconds of the video, the young boy effortlessly switches from Cantonese to French, and then Japanese

Some of the languages the boy speaks include Cantonese, Mandarin, English, Malay, Thai, Japanese, Korean, French, Spanish, German, and Filipino.At one point in the video, the budding salesman even breaks into song! According to China Press, the song is called "We're Different".

Netizens have been absolutely impressed by and smitten with the young boy

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"He is so smart, can see his future already, good at singing too."

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"I watched this video more than 20 times now still watching, their voice and conversation feel so warm."

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"He's really talented and should go to school and uni, bright future if someone sponsor his education."

Following his sudden fame, young Thaksin has since received an outpouring of support from all over the world

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Cambodia's Red Cross Society has since provided Thaksin, his brother, and mother with food supplies and some monetary donations, according to K01 News.Additionally, a Beijing-based TV station has given Thaksin and his family an all-expenses paid trip to China so that he can attend an audition and, if successful, he will be signed on to a singing contract.


People Are Saying That The New adidas Yeezy's Look Like Durian. And They're Not Wrong

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Yeezy is always coming up with the most unique shoes that are fit for comfort.
However, a new release has got people questioning if they really are shoes.

The Yeezy 450 "Sulfur", which features dynamic lines and tightened bands around the ankle for a more secure fit, was released on 7 May priced at USD200 (about RM888.40).A Twitter account that goes by the handle @theyeezymafia posted a picture of the shoes asking for netizens' opinion on them.

YZY 450 SULFURHOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT THE SULFUR SO FAR? pic.twitter.com/WSWPwMrbbp— YEEZY MAFIA (@theyeezymafia) July 11, 2022

Some were quick to comment on how uncanny the resemblance between the shoe and durian is

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Besides durians, several noted how the shoes looked like other foods such as dumplings

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This is not the first time footwear has been mistaken for other items:

                McDonald's Fries Balenciaga For Its Red Carton Shoes That Look Strangely Familiar

The shoes have been dubbed "McBalenciagas".

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                Rihanna's New Jelly Slides Look Like The Cheap Slippers We Wear To The Toilet

And it's probably not, well, cheap.

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Inspired by Hermès, these baby orange sandals went viral last year:

                Creative Hermès-Inspired Mandarin Peel Sandals Go Viral & My Ovaries Are Screaming

Want a baby just so I can make them wear these.

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16 Local Ice Cream & Gelato Shops In KL & PJ That Deliver Right To Your Doorstep

1. Inside Scoop

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Inside Scoop is known for their wide range of local and Western ice cream flavours with added twists. Plus, if you want something warm to pair with your favourite scoops, they have buttermilk and charcoal waffles. There are numerous branches across Klang Valley. You can make your orders on their website or through GrabFood. Website | Facebook | Instagram

2. Waka Waka Gelato

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Image via @wakawaka.gelato (Instagram)

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Waka Waka Gelato churns their ice cream with pure ingredients, while continually adding new flavours with creative and local twists to their list. Many love their ice cream for its dense texture and natural flavours. During this MCO period, the scoop shop delivers different flavours daily for orders made before 1pm. You can drop them a message on Instagram to order. Contact number:+016-3334948Website | Facebook | Instagram

3. Piccoli Lotti

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Image via @piccolilotti.my (Instagram)

Image via @piccolilotti.my (Instagram)

Piccoli Lotti means "small batches", which is essentially the brand's aim in crafting fresh gelato with pure ingredients in small quantities. A few popular flavours include Pulut Tai Tai, Durian, Pistachio, and Rocky 'O'.Since its establishment, Piccoli Lotti now has four branches – three of them in the Klang Valley and one in Johor Bahru. You can make your orders on Beepit. Don't be surprised if you take forever to decide which flavour to try, as they have over 30 different flavours to choose from. :p Facebook | Instagram

4. One More Scoop

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Image via One More Scoop (Facebook)

Image via One More Scoop (Facebook)

Fancy one more scoop of ice cream? Hehe. One More Scoop is a new homegrown brand that churns rich and fresh gelato. Plus, they have unique flavours like Salted Peanut Butter, Hokkaido Black Sesame, and Peachy Oolong you should try. If you wanna level up your Chinese New Year game, they have a new festive flavour you can order – Mandarin Orange with Sunflower Seeds. You can make your orders via Whatsapp. Contact number: +011-56411230Facebook | Instagram

5. The Ice Cream Bar

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Image via @theicecreambar.my (Instagram)

Image via @theicecreambar.my (Instagram)

The Ice Cream Bar serves yummy, artisanal ice cream, but with a twist – it comes infused with alcohol. Of course, The Ice Cream Bar has non-alcoholic ice cream, but the star of the show is their alcohol-infused ones, which contains hard liquor like whiskey, rum, Bailey's, and more. P.S. Did you know The Ice Cream Bar is formed by the same group behind Inside Scoop? You can order your ice cream via GrabFood. Facebook | Instagram

6. Kind Kones

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Image via @kindkones (Instagram)

Can't take dairy? Kind Kones serves all-natural vegan ice creams and desserts, and are free from additives and emulsifiers. Kind Kones strives to churn healthier and vegan ice creams without compromising on taste. You can make your orders on their website. They have over 20 different flavours to choose from, whether in the form of sorbet or ice cream. Website | Facebook | Instagram

7. Sangkaya

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Image via @sangkayamy (Instagram)

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If you're all about coconuts, Sangkaya is known for their coconut milk-based ice cream, usually topped with crushed peanuts for added texture. In other words, it's also great for those who are lactose intolerant. Of course, Sangkaya also churns their coconut milk ice cream with a variety of different local flavours like teh tarik, gula melaka, and durian you should definitely try.Sangkaya is available on GrabFood. Website | Facebook | Instagram

8. Whimsical Gelateria

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Whimsical Gelateria uses fresh and natural ingredients to churn their gelato. What's cool is they're probably one of the few gelato stores that offer alcoholic creations. A few years ago, the local gelato store won an award for one of their creations – Vanilla of the East. However, the award-winning flavour isn't always available, so keep an eye out for when it returns. You can get your ice cream delivered by ordering through Whatsapp, GrabFood, Beepit, or AirAsia Food. Contact number:+6011-56385399Facebook | Instagram

9. The Last Polka

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The Last Polka is not only known for their rich, indulgent ice cream, but also for their interesting, unique flavours that sit well with Malaysians. Additionally, they do have vegan options as well. Or if you're looking for something to spice up your ice cream game, try their best seller – Rum & Raisin (contains alcohol). You can get your ice cream delivered via Beepit. Facebook | Instagram

10. Fatbaby Ice Cream

Fatbaby Ice Cream's fan favourite flavour – Honey, I'm Home!
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Fatbaby Ice Cream offers a wide variety of special flavours every week, in addition to their classic flavours. If the plethora of ice cream leaves you spoilt for choice, try their fan favourite, Honey, I'm Home!You can also pair your ice cream with their freshly-made or frozen waffles, or try their ice cream sundae kit. Do take note that Fatbaby Ice Cream operates from Wednesday to Sunday. You can make your orders via Beepit or AirAsia Food. Facebook | Instagram

11. 88KETO

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On a diet, but craving for something sweet? 88KETO boasts zero-to-little-sugar, keto-friendly ice creams. In other words, you can finally binge on ice creams guilt-free. 88KETO serves different options of healthy ice creams. From zero-sugar, non-dairy ice creams to coconut-based, and low-carb ice creams, there are options for all. You can make your orders on their website or via Whatsapp or Instagram. Contact number:+6014-6281526Website | Facebook | Instagram

12. Crème De La Crème

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Crème De La Crème delivers their artisanal ice creams in cute, see-through tubs that look heavenly. They have different tub sizes, going from as low as RM15.90, and a wide range of ice cream flavours with local and Western twists. Plus, they have ice cream bundles, so you can order different flavours to try. Order via Beepit. Facebook | Instagram

13. Softsrve

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Image via @softsrve (Instagram)

Like its name, Softsrve churns artisanal, decadent soft serve. However, since soft-serve ice creams are less dense and melt faster, they must be eaten on the spot. But don't fret, as Softsrve now delivers your favourite ice cream flavours, in 'hard hard' form instead. Many still love and adore the 'hard hard' ice cream tubs. You can make your orders via Beepit. Facebook | Instagram

14. Chill U Up Dessert House

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Image via @chilluupdessert (Instagram)

Image via @chilluupdessert (Instagram)

Chill U Up Dessert House makes artisanal gelato in small quantities to ensure that each flavour stays fresh. Additionally, they strive to churn gelatos that are less sweet than your usual gelatos. A few flavours the scoop shop recommends are their D24 Durian Gelato, Earl Grey Lemongrass, Triple Cheese, Mint Chocolate Chip, and Vietnamese Coffee. They do deliveries to selected locations in Klang Valley. Do Whatsapp or DM them to enquire if they cover your area. Contact number: +6010-9681120Facebook | Instagram

15. Merry Ice Cream

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Image via @merryicecream.my (Instagram)

Image via @merryicecream.my (Instagram)

First established in Penang, Merry Ice Cream (previously known as Merry Me Ice Cream), now delivers in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and Johor. Unlike other scoop shops, Merry Ice Cream does not have any outlets but you can get their ice creams at selected stores or online. If you're looking for healthier options, Merry Ice Cream has sorbets too. You can order through their website.Website | Facebook | Instagram

16. IDC

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Image via IDC (Facebook)

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IDC churns a variety of different ice creams. Whether you want something rich, healthy,  or some good alcoholic treat, they have it all. What's also cool is IDC also serves a wide range of great ice creams from different brands you usually can't find in most supermarkets and convenience stores. And believe us when we tell you that there are just so many flavours to choose from. You can get your ice cream tubs delivered via Whatsapp or Beepit. Contact number: +6011-35516594Facebook | Instagram

Hungry and don't know what to tapau? Here are some food recommendations in the Klang Valley you should try:

                16 Best Kopitiams & Restaurants To Tapau From If You Stay In USJ Or Subang Area

When you've run out of ideas for lunch. ;P

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                21 Kopitiams & Restaurants In SS2 Area If You Don't Know What To Tapau

PJ peeps, where ya at?

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                14 Restaurants To Get A Piping Hot Bowl Of Ramen In KL And PJ

Rainy days call for hot broth. *slurp*

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A Woman In Ampang Was Arrested After She Joked About Killing Tan Sri Muhyiddin Online

A woman was recently nabbed by the police after she joked about killing Malaysia's eighth Prime Minister, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin

The official Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Facebook page announced that she was arrested on Tuesday, 3 March at Ampang Jaya, Selangor.

The suspect has been identified as 28-year-old Penny Tai who is currently working at a clinic.

The woman is being investigated for a comment she left on a live video of the PM being sworn in

She wrote, "Can hired (sic) a killer to kill the new prime minister?"

Selangor Senior Criminal Investigation Department (JSJ) Senior Assistant Commissioner Fadzil Ahmat revealed in a video by the PDRM that the woman has no political background and she has never voted.

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If found guilty, the suspect could be put behind bars or face a fine up to RM50,000

Sin Chew Daily reported that she is currently being probed under Section 506 of the Penal Code which states that whoever commits the offence of criminal intimidation shall be punished with imprisonment or with a fine.Besides that, she is also being investigated according to Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act (CMA) 1998 for threatening national security through the use of the Internet.


12 Fun Activities To Do In Langkawi If You Wanna Do More Than Take A Swim

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1. Join a Tanjung Rhu mangrove tour where you can explore caves and the mangrove forest

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There are two- to four-hour mangrove tour options, where you will be taken on a river cruise, to a floating fish farm restaurant, bat cave, crocodile cave, and to do several other cool activities. You can choose between riding in a shared speedboat or taking a kayak, which you can navigate through the mangrove forest.

2. Chill and watch the sunset with dinner on a yacht cruise

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Image via @jjomlangkawi (Twitter)

Live it up on this yacht cruise that can be enjoyed with your family or group of friends. Watch the sunset while having dinner aboard the yacht as it sails over the Andaman Sea.You can also go for a dip, as a trawling net attached to the boat's side serves as a safety harness.Book here.

3. Hike Gunung Raya or Gunung Machingchang

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If you're the active type who's up for a sweat, check out Gunung Raya or Gunung Machingchang — two mountains that you can hike, offering stunning views of Langkawi.Gunung Raya is around a 7.8km hike, while Gunung Machingchang is about a 5.6km hike.

4. Visit Langkawi Wildlife Park and interact with some cuties up close

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Image via Langkawi Wildlife Park (Facebook)

Image via Langkawi Wildlife Park (Facebook)

Image via Langkawi Wildlife Park (Facebook)

Langkawi Wildlife Park has over 150 animal species, and has a fully covered walkway so you can visit whether rain or shine. You can enjoy feeding or patting some of the animals at various times of the day too!Opening hours:8.30am – 5.30pm (Daily)

5. Get your adrenaline pumping at Skytrex Adventure Langkawi

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Skytrex Adventure is a high ropes and ziplines obstacle course in the jungle with different levels of difficulty. You'll get to enjoy nature from a different perspective, among the treetops, while going through 30 different obstacles, such as rope ladders, plank bridges, flying foxes, and swings, among others.Opening hours:9am – 5.30pm (Daily)Book or find out more here.

6. Admire over 200 marine and freshwater species and see mermaids at Underwater World

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Underwater World in Langkawi is one place to visit, especially if you're on a family holiday or with young kids. It has a 15m-long walk-through tunnel which houses sea creatures and many large fish. There are also other animals like penguins and otters. On certain days, you can catch a mermaid show too.Opening hours:10am – 6pm (Daily)Book or find out more here.

7. Swim in Seven Wells waterfall (Telaga Tujuh)

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Around 2km from Pantai Kok is Seven Wells Waterfall, a picturesque waterfall with several natural pools on different levels from which it derives its name. Definitely worth adding to the itinerary while in Langkawi!

8. Island hop on a speedboat

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You can join a private half-day or full-day shared island hopping tour, where tour guides will take you to some of Langkawi's most popular islands. At some designated areas, they will stop so you can swim and snorkel in the waters.

9. Paraglide on Pantai Cenang

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For the thrill-seekers, try paragliding to enjoy a bird's eye view of Langkawi and the ocean. You'll be whisked away in the sky, while strapped to a seat, as a guide will sit behind you while you glide hundreds of feet above the ground.

10. Take a glass-bottom cable car and walk along Langkawi Sky Bridge to enjoy a panoramic view of the island

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Image via @thetravelzilla_ (Instagram)

Langkawi Sky Bridge is a 410ft-long bridge that's accessible by a scenic cable car ride. Go for the glass bottom gondola for the full 360º experience if you dare! The bridge itself sits at 2,300ft above sea level, offering breathtaking views of Langkawi's lush jungle and ocean. Being that high up makes the weather pretty breezy and cooling too.

Opening hours: 10am – 6pm (Mondays to Thursdays)9.30am – 6pm (Fridays to Sundays)

11. Add to the 'Gram by snapping photos at the 3D Art Museum

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This 3D Art Museum in Langkawi features over 200 artworks hand-painted by Korean and local artists, making it the second largest 3D art museum in the world. Have fun snapping photos with the different optical illusion and other interactive paintings, many of which are in 3D style, appearing to spill out from the canvases.Opening hours:9am – 6pm (Daily)

If you're tired of the beach, there's also a water park you can check out in Langkawi:

                [VIDEO] A New Water Park Just Opened In Langkawi And It Has A 6-Storey Tall Water Slide!

Langkawi keeps getting better.

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Need a place to stay? Here are some suggestions:

                13 Villas In Langkawi That Are Perfect Getaways For Small Groups

So you can plan and book ahead!

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Before heading to Langkawi, take note of some of these reminders:

                Visiting Langkawi? Here Are A Few Reminders From Someone Who Lives On The Island

Be polite, do not litter, and have fun!

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UNIQLO DA Square: 7 Perkara Menarik Tentang 'First Roadside Store' Di Malaysia Ini

UNIQLO DA Square kini telah dibuka secara rasmi dan mereka menawarkan pelbagai promosi khas sempena pembukaan mulai hari ini

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Malaysia menjadi destinasi pilihan bagi negara ke-5 di luar Jepun dan yang ketiga di Asia Tenggara untuk mendirikan bangunan berkonsepkan roadside store ini. Negara-negara Asia yang lain adalah seperti Korea Selatan, Taiwan, Thailand, dan Filipina. Sekiranya anda pernah berkunjung ke roadside store di Jepun, bangunan yang agak serupa seperti di negara matahari terbit itu juga didirikan di Damansara Avenue, Bandar Sri Damansara.Berikut di bawah ialah 7 perkara menarik tentang 'UNIQLO Roadside Store' pertama di Malaysia ini yang anda patut tahu:

1. Stor yang besar dan sangat luas

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Image via Uniqlo Malaysia

Stor berkeluasan 15,100 kaki per segi ini, direka dengan penuh teliti untuk memastikan ruang yang mencukupi. Supaya pelanggan yang hadir dapat akses ke semua bahagian dan ruang, khusus buat famili dengan anak-anak, warga emas dan orang kelainan upaya (OKU).

2. Satu-satunya UNIQLO di Malaysia yang menyediakan kelengkapan tempat tidur AIRism

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Antara keunikan stor baru UNIQLO ini ialah satu-satunya cawangan UNIQLO di Malaysia yang menawarkan koleksi lengkap tempat tidur AIRism. Sebelum ini, pelanggan hanya boleh mendapatinya secara online. Kini, koleksi berkenaan boleh dibeli di stor UNIQLO DA Square juga. Lebih memudahkan buat pelanggan lagi, terdapat pelbagai contoh cadar, kain selimut dari koleksi ini untuk dibuat rujukan.

3. Custom designs pilihan sendiri di sudut UTme!

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Sudut UT dan UTMe juga diwujudkan di bahagian belakang stor. Disertakan dengan rak yang mempamerkan koleksi UT dan UTMe terbaru. Ianya bagi memudahkan pelanggan untuk memilih rekaan kemeja T UT dan UTMe mengikut pilihan mereka.

4. Sudut khas untuk 'Sustainability Corner'

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Terdapat juga sudut khas yang dinamakan ‘Sustainability Corner’ buat pelanggan yang berminat bagi mengetahui aktiviti-aktiviti UNIQLO berkaitan kelestarian alam sekitar dalam fesyen UNIQLO dan cara untuk menyertainya.

5. Percuma kod promo Grab untuk digunakan

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6. Tawaran istimewa selama tiga hari

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Bermula 18 sehingga 20 Disember, 500 pelanggan yang pertama melangkah masuk stor akan menerima ‘goodie bag’ dan setiap pelanggan yang membuat pembelian lebih RM200 atau lebih dalam satu resit akan menerima beg tote istimewa UNIQLO U.

7. UNIQLO jawab 30 soalan mengenai UNIQLO Roadside Store pertama mereka di Malaysia

Jadi, anda tunggu apa lagi? Jom serbu UNIQLO DA Square sekarang! Tapi, ingat semua orang kena jaga SOP ya ;)

LIKE Facebook dan follow Twitter SAYS SEISMIK dan temui segala cerita mesti kongsi sekarang!

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7 Tips 'Meal Prep' Mudah Untuk Jimatkan Masa Dan Tenaga Anda Di Dapur

Memasak hidangan makan malam setelah seharian bekerja semestinya bukan perkara yang mudah

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Tidak hairanlah mengapa semakin ramai yang mengamalkan meal prep untuk menjimatkan masa dan tenaga di dapur. Ingin tahu bagaimana caranya? Ikuti idea-idea ini:

1. Pilih satu hari utama untuk membeli-belah dan memasak

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Pilih sehari dalam seminggu untuk anda membeli barang dapur dan memasak hidangan untuk minggu tersebut. Anda boleh mulakan dengan grocery shopping di pagi hari, diikuti dengan memasak dan mengemas dapur daripada tengah hari ke petang.Cara ini mungkin terasa memenatkan pada mulanya, tapi ianya lebih efisyen kerana anda hanya perlu membuat kebanyakan kerja (memotong sayur, memasak, mencuci periuk dan pinggan mangkuk) sekali sahaja, dan anda hanya perlu membuat kerja-kerja ringan untuk hari-hari lain pada minggu tersebut.

2. Masak dua atau tiga lauk utama yang boleh dihidangkan sepanjang minggu

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Anda boleh menggunakan hari memasak anda untuk menyediakan beberapa lauk utama secara pukal. Dengan cara ini, apabila tiba waktu makan, anda hanya perlu memasak lauk sampingan yang ringkas (seperti sayur campur, telur dadar, dan sebagainya) dan tidak perlu menghabiskan masa untuk memasak lauk utama juga.Kebanyakan lauk boleh bertahan lebih kurang tiga ke lima hari di dalam peti sejuk. Untuk pastikan lauk tahan lebih lama, simpan di rak peti sejuk paling bawah kerana suhunya paling dingin.

3. Kisar bawang, halia, kunyit dan cili secara pukal

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Untuk mengurangkan waktu penyediaan anda setiap hari, gunakan hari memasak utama anda untuk kisar bahan-bahan yang kerap digunakan dalam masakan seperti bawang merah, bawang putih, halia, kunyit dan cili dalam kuantiti yang mencukupi untuk seminggu.Dengan cara ini, anda tidak perlu lagi mengisar bawang, halia dan sebagainya setiap kali ingin memasak lauk sampingan. Anda boleh juga mix and match bahan-bahan kisar anda untuk menghasilkan pelbagai jenis pes perencah.

4. Gunakan bahan mentah yang sama dalam pelbagai resipi

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Kadangkala anda dapat menikmati diskaun yang besar apabila membeli sesuatu bahan mentah secara pukal. Kurangkan kos perbelanjaan anda setiap minggu dengan memasak bahan mentah yang sama dengan cara-cara berlainan. Jika terdapat potongan harga untuk pembelian ubi kentang, contohnya, anda boleh menggunakannya dalam pelbagai cara sepanjang minggu termasuklah dibuat menjadi bergedil, dimasukkan ke dalam kari, dan dijadikan mashed potatoes.

5. Gunakan slow cooker atau pressure cooker

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Penggunaan periuk elektrik seperti slow cooker atau pressure cooker dapat menjimatkan lagi masa anda di dapur. Masukkan bahan mentah ke dalam periuk, tumis jika perlu, dan selebihnya anda hanya perlu menekan butang timer. Kaedah ini tidak memerlukan anda untuk sentiasa memantau lauk yang dimasak, jadi anda boleh menggunakan lebihan waktu itu untuk mengemas atau berehat.

6. Bekukan lebihan makanan

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Apabila memasak, biasakan dengan memasak dengan kuantiti yang berlebihan dan menyimpannya di dalam peti beku. Untuk hari-hari di mana anda terlalu kesuntukan masa, anda hanya perlu menghangatkan semula lebihan makanan itu.Agihkan lebihan lauk anda mengikut kuantiti yang diingini. Jangan lupa untuk labelkan bekas-bekas tersebut dengan nama lauk dan tarikh dimasak. Ini dibuat supaya senang untuk anda mencari semula lauk yang diingini dan juga untuk tahu jika ianya masih elok untuk dimakan. Secara amnya, makanan yang disimpan di dalam peti beku boleh bertahan selama tiga bulan.

7. Gunakan kreativiti anda untuk menggubah lebihan lauk

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Kuantiti banyak yang dimasak tidak bermaksud anda perlu menjamah hidangan yang sama setiap kali. Berikan sedikit kelainan kepada lebihan lauk anda supaya tidak membosankan. Jika anda mempunyai lebihan rendang daging, contohnya, anda boleh menggunakan lebihannya keesokan hari untuk membuat pelbagai menu menarik seperti nasi goreng, bebola daging berempah, dan sebagainya.

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Pengguna Boleh Pilih Vaksin Melalui Aplikasi MySejahtera Tidak Lama Lagi

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Orang ramai berkemungkinan boleh memilih untuk menerima vaksin Covid-19 yang dikehendaki menerusi satu bentuk kemudahan yang akan dibuat di aplikasi MySejahtera dalam masa yang terdekat

Menurut sumber, Menteri Penyelaras Program Imunisasi Covid-19 Kebangsaan (PICK), Khairy Jamaluddin Abu Bakar berkata, pihaknya kini sedang meneliti perkara tersebut untuk penambahbaikan kepada aplikasi berkenaan.Umum mengetahui, baru-baru ini kerajaan telah membuka slot tempahan vaksin untuk mereka yang berumur 18 tahun dan ke atas. Difahamkan perkara ini mendapat sambutan hangat daripada orang ramai, sehinggakan ada juga yang tidak berjaya untuk menempah slot temu janji.Lantas dengan itu, mereka berkongsi masalah yang dihadapi ketika mendaftar di website dan aplikasi MySejahtera.

Banyak vaksin akan diterima dalam masa terdekat

Tambah beliau lagi, sejumlah 2,223,000 dos vaksin Pfizer akan diterima pada bulan Jun dengan sebanyak 444,600 dos akan dihantar setiap minggu bagi tempoh lima minggu. Ini membuatkan keseluruhan vaksin Pfizer yang telah diterima sehingga akhir Jun ialah 4,974,840.Manakala bagi vaksin Sinovac pula, kesemua tempahan melibatkan 12 juta dos akan dihantar sepenuhnya pada bulan Jun dan Julai.Sementara itu, vaksin AstraZeneca pula dijangka menerima 610,000 dos pada bulan Jun dan 410,000 dos pada bulan Julai yang mana ia masih tertakluk kepada kelulusan Pihak Berkuasa Kawalan Dadah.Beliau memberitahu pihaknya kini menjangkakan dapat memberi 150,000 suntikan sehari pada bulan Jun nanti dengan melibatkan lebih banyak pusat pemberian vaksin di seluruh negara.

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Panduan Pendaftaran Program Vaksinasi Melalui Aplikasi MySejahtera

Orang ramai yang belum mendaftar vaksin boleh melakukan segera di aplikasi MySejahtera seperti di bawah:

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