14 Individuals Linked To 'Nicky Gang' Given Discharge Not Amounting To Acquittal

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The Shah Alam High Court has given a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) to 14 individuals linked to fugitive businessman Datuk Seri Nicky Liow Soon Hee

Deputy public prosecutor (DPP) Muhamad Iskandar Ahmad told the media that Justice Abd Halim Aman made the decision after an application was filed to release all the accused without being acquitted as the prosecution intends to pursue the charges in the future, according to Bernama.He said the judge made the decision based on Article 145 of the Federal Constitution, in which the power to charge, not to charge, and to withdraw all charges is vested with the public prosecutor.The media were not allowed to be in the courtroom during the proceeding yesterday, 30 September.

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Elaborating on the reason behind filing the application to release the accused without being acquitted, the DPP said the initial investigation conducted by the prosecution was incomplete

Muhamad Iskandar added that the counsel had also sent representation on the charges to the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC)."The Attorney General has studied the representation and agreed to withdraw the case," he told reporters outside the courtroom.During the proceeding, defence lawyer Datuk Rajpal Singh requested that all his clients be released as they were arrested between 18 March and 21 March and were detained for 21 days according to Section 13 of the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA), reported The Star.They were later charged for being members of the organised crime group — known as 'Nicky Gang' — in the area of SetiaWalk, Persiaran Wawasan, Pusat Bandar Puchong, between 1 January 2017 and 20 March this year.In April, Johor police chief CP Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said that it was the first time in Malaysia's history that individuals involved in alleged commercial offences were arrested under SOSMA.The act is infamous for its capacity to allow detention without trial.

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Among the 14 individuals who were given DNAA yesterday were two of Liow's younger brothers — Datuk Liow Wei Kin and Datuk Liow Wei Loon.

Bernama reported that the others accused in the case are Lee Han Keat, Lee Kam Onn, Datuk Lee Kum Weng, Eee Eng Chee, Dr Jovian Joris Tan Chern Chian, Datuk Loo Siew Chin, Lim Kang Li, and Datuk Seri Andrew Lim Kim Ming — the last one being an auditor.Four Chinese nationals are also involved in the case, namely Huang Lei, Wang Yu Jun, Gu Xing Qiong, as well as Jiang Xue. According to media reports in April, Liow and his personal assistant Niu Zhe were believed to have absconded from the country. The duo is still at large today.

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#SAYSbeauty: We Review New Shampoos & Conditioners Made With Blue-Green Algae And Sea Salt

Love, Beauty and Planet has a new line called the Clean Oceans Edition

In this series, the shampoos are sulfate-free, which means that they won't strip your hair of its natural oils, keeping it healthy. It's a good option for people with sensitive scalps as it's less likely to cause irritation.Love, Beauty and Planet's hair products are also suitable for those with colour-treated hair too. The lack of sulfates can prevent your hair colour from fading, so your locks will stay lustrous for longer.

This series has two ranges:

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1. Marine Moisture The Marine Moisture range is infused with blue-green algae (yep, you read that right!) and has an invigorating eucalyptus scent that will leave you feeling rejuvenated.

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2. Deep Restore The Deep Restore range is infused with sea-salt for a good scalp detox that will restore your hair's health. Scented with ethically-sourced Italian bergamot, its sunny, sweet aroma is sure to leave you feeling refreshed.

If you struggle with an oily scalp, frizzy, dry, or limp hair, this range may be exactly what you're looking for

Hello, I'm Fionaa :D I've got thick, curly shoulder-length hair that gets pretty wild and frizzy when it's humid. My scalp can also get a little oily depending on how hot the weather gets.

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For one week, I switched out my normal hair products for Love, Beauty and Planet's new Ocean Series. Would it really help with scalp oiliness, frizz, and dry hair problems like mine? I was about to find out!

Here's what you need to know about Love, Beauty and Planet's new Clean Oceans Edition range:

1. Go gentle on your hair with Love, Beauty and Planet's sulfate-free shampoo

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Both shampoos came in the form of a transparent liquid that wasn't very sudsy when I lathered it up on my hair - which is pretty normal for a sulfate-free shampoo because it's less harsh than its other counterparts. Although I have thick, shoulder-length hair, I had no issues working the shampoo into a fine lather using only a 50 sen coin-sized dollop.My favourite was the Marine Moisture shampoo. Since it has blue-green algae, my mane felt really hydrated after using it! Blue-green algae are known to be loaded with proteins and vitamins, which will definitely boost your hair's condition in the long run.On the other hand, the Deep Restore shampoo has sea-salt and really cleansed my scalp of all the sebum build-up without stripping too much of my hair's natural moisture.

2. Hydrate your tresses with their moisturising conditioners

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As for the conditioners, both of them had a creamy, mask-like consistency. But, what's great about Love, Beauty and Planet's conditioners are that it never left my hair feeling oily or weighed down after washing it.The hair conditioners also spread really nicely on my wet hair and did a really good job at taming my frizz-prone locks. It also loosened up any knots with ease and left my hair smooth and tangle-free.Also, did you know their conditioners are created with patent-pending, fast-rinse technology? Thanks to Love, Beauty and Planet's brilliant scientists, they have concocted a conditioner that breaks down fast when it comes in contact with water. That way, you can cut down on water wastage. Pretty kewl, huh? :DHowever, there is one thing that I think could be improved. The conditioner is really thick and luscious, which makes it hard to squeeze out of the bottle. Kinda wish they used a tube packaging instead. Other than that, it's great for me. :D

3. Have fresh-smelling hair all day long with their beautifully-scented products

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OMG, guyssssss. THEY. SMELL. SO. GOOD. What I really liked about both ranges is the fact that their scents aren't cloyingly sweet. I'd even go out on a limb and say that they smelled pretty unisex and neutral. The shampoos and conditioners had a clean scent that left my hair smelling great all day!The Marine Moisture range smelled really comforting and relaxing. The eucalyptus and sea-salt scents went well together, and I caught a whiff of rich florals over musk, with a slight woody edge to it. According to Love, Beauty and Planet, the eucalyptus essential oil is carefully extracted from the leaves of the plant using hydrodistillation during the harvest season in China (September - February).I, however, really enjoyed the Deep Restore range. The aromatic combination of sunny, citrusy Italian bergamot meshed really well with the oceanic floral top notes. However, there was also a hint of driftwood and a salty tang to the scent that added a great contrast. LOVE IT.Pro-tip: Let your bathroom steam up before you use the products. Thank me later (;

4. Join the cause to save Mother Earth - one hair wash at a time :D

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Every year, 8 million metric tons of plastics enter our ocean, on top of the estimated 150 million metric tons that currently circulate in our marine environments ): That's why it's really awesome that the Clean Oceans Edition shampoos and conditoners from Love, Beauty and Planet are Unilever's first line of products packaged in 100% ocean-bound plastic.Ocean-bound plastic is usually found in close proximity to coastlines, beaches, and waterways that would likely have ended up in the ocean :D WE STAN ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY PACKAGING.Both ranges of shampoo and conditioner come in a transparent bottle with a turquoise blue cover, which really brings out the 'ocean' aesthetic. Super pretty!

Here's how my hair looked after hair wash day:

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My hair felt really soft and clean! There was some volumising action, and my wild untameable mane was definitely less frizzy as well. 10/10, would totally recommend :D

If you wanna try Love, Beauty and Planet's Clean Oceans Edition, just check them out here for happy, healthy locks!

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Tun M Thinks Govt Servants Became Less Productive Because Of BN's Money Politics

Earlier this week, Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad did an interview with Investvine, a Hong Kong-based business news portal

During the interview Tun Dr Mahathir spoke at length, answering questions about the New Malaysia, a label now popularly used to describe the new Pakatan Harapan government, what he thinks can be done to change the pervasive political culture of the country's civil service, the politics of money & favour practised by Barisan Nasional and how it has had a hugely negative impact on the productivity of Malaysia.

In his interview, Tun Dr Mahathir even admitted that the New Malaysia should, in fact, be an improvement from the time during which he was the 4th prime minister of the country for 22 years

"We have to respect the wishes of the people."They have shown that they did not like the previous government, and of course, we have to take corrective action to bring back the country to its former organisation," he told Investvine director Imran Saddique and correspondent Firoz Abdul Hamid.

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He spoke about how the civil servants, whom he said did dabble in politics before too but have changed so much in the last decade that they were openly seen to be campaigning for the government

"It makes them biased, it makes them want to ensure that the previous government wins, sometimes by doing wrong things," Tun Dr Mahathir said, adding that that is something the new government has to correct.He, however, emphasised how correcting them is not going to be an easy task."The work of correcting is very difficult because most of the senior civil servants, heads of ministries and departments were involved, not only involved for their help in the previous government, but some of them have become corrupted," he told the interviewers, adding how these civil servants saw opportunities for making money for themselves and didn't hesitate to keep away from such temptations."Seeing the leader of the government himself being accused of corruption, we find that many of them are involved in corrupt activities, and of course, we cannot have those people continuing because the perception of things, their ethics towards things, are not what is expected from civil servants," he said, while pointing out that he is not taking revenge by removing them, "but when you find that a person and officer is involved in wrongdoings, it will be wrong for us to retain them.""Those who are clear, they are retained. Sometimes its so difficult to replace current officials because below them would also be corrupt officers. Sometimes we have to go down three or four steps before we can find an officer who is not involved."

While admitting that changing this sort of culture will take time, Tun Dr Mahathir pointed out how the whole value system of the people has been undermined under the administration of Najib Razak

"For example, the previous government was very fond of giving money to the people, ostensibly because of poverty."But even those who are not poor they were also given money, in fact, everybody has been given free money by the government," he told Investvine while pointing out how this very practice has made the people "government-dependent"."They no longer work in order to earn an income. They expect their income to come from the government which undermines their work ethic to a point where they no longer work in order to earn a living."They feel that even if they don't work the government has a duty to support them, and this is of course very bad because that means they are not productive."Eventually, the number of people who are productive would be reduced and they would not be able to pay the taxes which the government needs in order to support this very lavish style of administration that gives free gifts to the people."So we have to change that and it would cost something," Tun Dr Mahathir added.

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He also highlighted how the new government cannot afford to do the same kind of money politics the previous government practised

"For example, they used to give money to the fishermen, whether they catch fish or not, it doesn’t matter, they get RM300 a month like a salary."Now we can’t afford to do that because the money that was given to them was taken from the government or from illegal sources. Like money from 1MDB that was taken by the government and given to the people," Tun Dr Mahathir said.Given the fact that the new government has to take care of the RM1 trillion debt, the prime minister prophesied how people will term the previous government "better" if he were to tell them that "sorry we cannot give you what you have become used to"."But we have to slowly tell them 'there is no way we can give you money unless of course, you work for your income,'" he told the interviewers.

You can watch the full interview here:


Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham 'Balas' Surat Kiriman Si Cilik Ini Buat Ramai Tersentuh. Comelnya!

Ketua Pengarah Kesihatan iaitu Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham sememangnya disanjungi oleh rakyat Malaysia pada masa kini di atas usaha beliau menangani situasi pandemik Covid-19 yang melanda Malaysia

Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah.
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Malah, baru-baru ini beliau juga telah diiktiraf oleh China Global Televisyen Network (CGTN) sebagai seorang daripada tiga doktor terbaik di dunia dalam usaha menangani situasi pandemik Covid-19 ini.Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham adalah antara tiga doktor terulung peringkat global dalam perang menentang Covid-19 selain pakar penyakit berjangkit Amerika Syarikat (AS), Dr Anthony Fauci dan Ketua Pengarah Kesihatan New Zealand Ashley Bloomfield.

Bukan setakat itu sahaja, Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham juga disenangi oleh rakyat Malaysia kerana sifat dan penampilan beliau yang tenang, jelas dan meyakinkan orang ramai ketika menyalurkan maklumat tentang Covid-19

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Oleh disebabkan itu, rata-rata rakyat Malaysia turut merakamkan sekalung penghargaan serta ucapan jutaan terima kasih kepada beliau di atas pencapaian beliau dan pasukan barisan hadapan Malaysia yang terlibat dalam menangani penularan wabak Covid-19 pada ketika ini.Syabas buat semua!

Namun, siapa sangka si cilik ini juga ingin berterima kasih kepada Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham dengan cara menulis serta mengirim 'gelang tangan' yang dibuat sendiri olehnya sebagai tanda penghargaan

Paling mengejutkan, Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham turut membalas surat tersebut dengan ucapan terima kasih kerana si cilik ini telah mengirimkan seutas gelang yang dibuat sendiri sebagai 'tanda persabahatan' dan kini dipakai oleh cucunya.Perkongsian tersebut telah dikongsikan oleh abang kepada si cilik ini di laman Twitter @imancullen_ dan berjaya meraih lebih 22.5 ribu retweets dan 21.8 ribu likes ketika artikel ini ditulis.Baca penuh di bawah:

So my lil sister wrote a letter for Dr Hisham and sent it to his office. Then today got a whatsapp message with this pic of the official surat, Dr Hisham punya reply to my lil sis. He is so humble and I respect him a lot with what his contributions for our country.

"Thank you for all the hard work you are doing to help the people of Malaysia..."

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Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham membalas surat tersebut dengan perasaan merendah diri dan turut berterima kasih di atas surat dan gelang yang dihantar oleh Lara

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Comelnya! :')

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Hot Air Balloon Crash: Two Dead, Search Continues For Third Victim

On 10 May 2014, A Hot Air Balloon Collided With A Power Line And Erupted In Flames. The Balloon Then Shot Up In The Sky Before Crashing To The Ground.

This photo provided shows what authorities say is a hot-air balloon that was believed to have caught fire and crashed in Virginia
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The balloon was one of three participating in the Mid-Atlantic Balloon Festival; it took flight from Meadow Event Park at around 8 p.m. ET on Friday. While two of the balloons landed safely in a field, the third came in contact with a live utility line, and quickly caught fire, according to the Virginia State Police's Facebook page.

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A Women’s Basketball Assistant Coach, Team Staff Member And A Pilot Were Inside The Balloon’s Gondola When It Tangled With Power Lines, The AP Reports

Two of the victims were identified as Natalie Lewis, 24, and Ginny Doyle, 44, both staffers at University of Richmond's basketball program
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A University of Richmond women's basketball assistant coach and team staff member and a pilot were the passengers aboard a hot air balloon that drifted into a power line, burst into flames and crashed in Virginia. University administrators said in a news release that associate head coach Ginny Doyle and director of basketball operations Natalie Lewis were two of the three people aboard the balloon that crashed Friday night.

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Witnesses Said Two Of The Balloon's Passengers Jumped From The Gondola Before There Was An Explosion. The Gondola And Balloon Then Detached.

Nancy Johnson, who was attending the festival, described the scene to Mashable in an email: "All balloons were hovering behind event park then everyone just started pointing at sky. When I looked, the basket of balloon was engulfed in flames from there crowd just went silent and watched in shock."

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Investigators Say The Remains Of Two People Were Found About A Mile Apart In Dense Woods, And The Search Continued For The Third Person

Search teams arrives at a command post for the recovery efforts from a hot air balloon accident in Ruther Glen, Va., on Saturday.
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The two bodies that were found are being transferred to Virginia's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for identification. The third person involved in the crash is still missing. The Civil Air Patrol has been brought in to help with the search.

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So Far The Balloon's Wreckage Has Yet To Be Found

The search for the passengers has shifted from a rescue to a recovery operation due to the time that has passed since the crash, the AP reported.

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The School President Edward L. Ayers Released A Statement On Behalf Of The University On Saturday

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“As alumnae, classmates, and colleagues – and as invaluable and devoted mentors for our student-athletes – Ginny and Natalie have been beloved members of ourcommunity,” said President Edward L. Ayers. “Their leadership and friendship will endure in the lives of so many.”

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"Words cannot begin to express our sorrow,” said Keith Gill, director of athletics. “We are all stunned by the tragic news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to their loved ones."

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Police Detain Youths Who Refused To Leave After Chanting Outside Subang Temple

At least five of 70 youths who gathered outside the Sri Maha Mariamman Devasthanam temple last night, 27 November, were detained after they refused to disperse

According to Free Malaysia Today, police had ordered the youths to disperse after they were seen chanting outside the temple. However, the youths ignored the order for nearly three hours.

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The youths chanted "Hidup Melayu" and "Allahuakbar" as they marched towards the temple

Malay Mail reported the group's spokesman as saying that they meant to gather peacefully, and it was not an "attack" on the Indians. "We're just here to express ourselves and not for political reasons, we're asking them to not step on the Malays," spokesman Shahrizad Sahak was quoted as saying by Malay Mail. "What we are asking is that, do not force us... Do not sideline the Malays," he added.

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Meanwhile, a special task force has been formed by Bukit Aman to hunt down people involved in the riot on Monday

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Malaysiakini reported Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Datuk Seri Mohamad Fuzi Harun as saying that the task force from Bukit Aman will assist the Selangor police in identifying the rioters.

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3 Teenagers Killed While Racing Each Other On Motorcycles In Pasir Gudang

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Last night, 22 April, three teenagers were killed while they were racing on their motorcycles at Jalan Delima, Taman Kota Masai, Pasir Gudang

According to Seri Alam police chief Supt Mohd Sohaimi Ishak, the accident happened at about 10.30pm during which the victims, including pillion riders, were competing among themselves."It is believed that the victims were racing each other when their motorcycles grazed each other. The accident caused three of the victims to be thrown to the left side of the road while the other was thrown to the right side of the road," New Straits Times quoted Mohd Sohaimi as saying earlier today, 23 April.

Those who died were 15 and 16 years old

A 17-year-old was injured in the same accident.The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987."Further investigation is still ongoing," Mohd Sohaimi said."We would like to remind the public, especially parents, to monitor their underage children's movement and not allow them to ride motorcycles and take part in illegal racing activities," he added.

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The tragic accident occurred at a time as a 27-year-old woman has been convicted in the 'basikal lajak' case that happened five years ago

Earlier this month, the Johor Bahru High Court found the female driver guilty under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) for causing death by reckless driving when she rammed into a group of teens riding modified bicycles on Jalan Lingkaran Dalam, Johor Bahru at 3.30am, 18 February 2017.


[VIDEO] Gelagat Kucing Ini Menangis Lepas Teman Tuan Potong Bawang Buat Warganet Cair

Kucing adalah haiwan peliharaan yang sangat comel dengan gelagatnya mencuit hati

Ada saja aksinya yang selalu dirakam dan dikongsi oleh orang ramai melalui laman sosial. Malah jika anda seorang pencinta kucing, pastinya anda sudah familiar dengan bermacam group di Facebook seperti Kelab Pencinta Kucing Malaysia, Kucing Sepahkan Apa Hari Ini, Oyen Fanclub dan lain-lain lagi.Begitu juga dengan video yang tular baru-baru ini di TikTok apabila seekor kucing comel dikatakan menyibuk nak teman tuannya potong bawang sehingga akhirnya membuatkan ia menangis.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @izanbetta Orang potong bawang dia pun sibuk nak potong bawang, kan dah nangis !Credit: FB  bunyi asal  - IzanBetta

Teman tuan potong bawang dekat dapur, tak sedar tiba-tiba air mata keluar

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh Izan Betta, kelihatan kucing itu pada pada mulanya menemani tuannya di dapur yang sedang memotong bawang.Kucing tersebut dilihat duduk di tepi mangkuk bawang yang sudah dikupas dan memerhatikan tuannya sebelum matanya tiba-tiba berlinang dengan air mata akibat pedih dengan percikan serta bau bawang.Ia kemudiannya mengelipkan mata beberapa kali menahan pedih sebelum air matanya mengalir. Apa yang lebih menghiburkan adalah mukanya juga turut kelihatan sedih seolah-olah ia sedang menangis.

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"Alololo siannya, dia tak tahu kot benda tu yang buat dia pedih mata" - Warganet

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih 188.3K views dan 23.7K likes di TikTok, rata-rata warganet cair dengan gelagat kucing itu yang sangat comel.Ada juga yang memuji kucing itu kerana duduk diam saja setia menemani tuannya, bukan seperti kucing lain yang nakal dan suka membuat sepah.Di bawah adalah antara komen-komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Kenapa comel sangat ni meow? Sweet betul mata dah pedih pun masih duduk situ <3

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Travel Dengan Bijak & Jimat Pada 2020, Guna 9 Itinerari Bajet Ini Untuk Pengembaraan Anda!

Memori indah yang telah tercipta pada tahun 2019 ini sememangnya tidak akan semudah itu dilupakan. Ada pahit manisnya juga, bukan?

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Mungkin buat sesetengah orang, mereka mengalami masa-masa yang sukar pada tahun ini. Ianya boleh dijadikan sebagai pengajaran dan ujian untuk diri sendiri. Namun, tidak lupa juga kepada anda yang sudah melewati hari-hari dengan penuh keceriaan, kebahagiaan dan sentiasa positif dengan apa juga yang mendatang. Apa-apapun, anda sudah hampir ke garisan penamat untuk tahun ini. SYABAS!Bercakap tentang memori indah, pasti ramai di antara anda semua yang telah berkunjung ke negara-negara luar tahun ini buat kali pertama. Percutian seperti ini sebenarnya menjadikan diri anda lebih kuat, lebih berhati-hati dan lebih 'particular' ketika bercuti. Lebih-lebih lagi bab-bab makan, berbelanja, negara yang dipilih, keselamatan dan sebagainya.

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Untuk percutian tahun depan, sudah buat perancangan belum nak ke mana?

Kalau belum, boleh lihat senarai tempat-tempat paling menarik dengan bajet berpatutan sepanjang tahun 2019 ini. Bolehlah guna sebagai rujukan untuk percutian tahun 2020!

1. Bajet RM1,000 siap dengan villa di Bali

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Antara lokasi yang sering menjadi pilihan pasangan yang baru berkahwin ialah Indonesia. Bali, Lombok, Jogja, Medan dan lain-lain tempat menarik yang masih belum pernah dikunjungi.Kalau nak yang murah, boleh rujuk itinerari yang telah disediakan oleh pasangan ini ketika mereka berbulan madu di sana. Memang berbaloi sangat siap dengan villa mewah.Untuk itinerari penuh, boleh klik sini.

2. Anda seorang pemakan? Kalau bercuti tak sah kalau tak pergi buru makanan halal? Jom ke Hatyai!

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Tak semua orang suka untuk membeli-belah ketika bercuti di negara orang. Ada yang lebih suka untuk mencuba makanan istimewa di negara yang dikunjungi itu. Yang penting, makanan tersebut dijamin HALAL.Sebagai contoh, boleh lihat bagaimana lelaki ini telah pergi 'buru' makanan yang sedap di Hatyai menggunakan KTM sahaja. Lebih mudah dan tak perlu susah-susah untuk cari parking kereta dan sebagainya.Untuk itinerari dan tips penuh, boleh klik sini.

3. RM1,400 untuk 7 hari di Istanbul dan Cappadocia untuk percutian bulan madu bajet. Menarik bukan?

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Semua orang inginkan tempat yang boleh melukis memori terindah dan akan disimpan selamanya. Namun, lokasi yang dipilih tidak semestinya perlu menggunakan kos yang tinggi. Dengan cara betul, expenses management yang betul, anda masih boleh bercuti dengan bajet rendah dan berbaloi.Seperti pasangan ini yang membuat keputusan untuk ke Istanbul dan Cappadocia dengan bajet RM1,400 sahaja untuk 7 hari termasuk tiket penerbangan dan siap boleh menaiki belon udara panas lagi.Untuk itinerari penuh, boleh klik sini.

4. Itinerari lengkap ke Seoul, Korea untuk 8H7M tanpa agen perlancongan. Power tak power?

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Kalau dah mula berjalan di Seoul ini memang rambang mata. Mana tidaknya, terlalu banyak tempat-tempat ikonik di sekitarnya dan membuatkan orang ramai yang bercuti di sana perlukan tour guide untuk membawa mereka.Tapi lain pula dengan gadis ini, dia telah berkunjung ke Seoul, Korea selama 8H7M dan paling menarik, dia menyiapkan itinerarinya sendiri. Lengkap pula tu.Untuk itinerari penuh, boleh klik sini.

5. Trip bajet Indochina (Vietnam, Kemboja, Thailand) untuk 9 hari hanya dengan bajet bawah RM1,000. Biar betul?

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Percutian ini memakan masa 9 hari dan yang paling menarik sekali, kos percutian itu untuk satu kepala hanya berjumlah RM1,000 sahaja. Tak ke murah tu? Bak kata orang, masa muda-muda boleh buat aktiviti yang menyeronokkan dengan rakan-rakan. Nanti umur dah meningkat, susah pula.Untuk itinerari penuh, boleh klik sini.

6. Dengan bajet RM3,700 sahaja pun boleh jelajah Turki selama 11H9M. Memang padu habis!

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Mungkin ramai yang jarang terfikir untuk ke Turki bukan? Tapi rasa teringin pasti ada. Mana tidaknya, tengok gambar-gambar orang post di media sosial, lawa sangat. Boleh terpegun hanya dengan tengok gambar. Belum sampai sana lagi.Kalau nak buat perancangan ke sana tahun 2020 nanti, boleh lihat itinerari selama 11 hari 9 malam yang disediakan oleh lelaki ini ketika dia menjelajah ke Turki. Menarik pula dengar kos ini.Baca itinerari penuh di sini.

7. 'Solo travel' ke Maldives hanya dengan RM1,700 untuk 5 hari 4 malam.

Bak kata editor kami, Maldives tak semestinya mahal.

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Sebut sahaja percutian di Maldives, pasti ramai membayangkan penginapan vila atas air yang mewah serta air laut jernih bak kristal yang tiada tandingan. Untuk mendapatkan pengalaman ini, nilai yang harus dibelanjakan juga tinggi. Pendek kata, persepsi orang ramai terhadap Maldives ini ialah mahal.Sebenarnya pelbagai macam jenis penginapan lain yang berpatutan untuk anda terokai. Bukan bungalo mewah atas air sahaja. Buktinya, lelaki ini melancong ke Maldives secara 'solo travel' selama 5 hari 4 malam bawah RM1,700 je.Kalau tak percaya, boleh baca itinerari lengkap di sini.

8. Kalau nak bercuti dekat-dekat, boleh ke Singapura macam gadis ini. Pandai betul buat bajet, menarik pula tu.

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Kalau anda malas nak bercuti jauh-jauh, boleh cuba terokai Singapura terlebih dahulu. Memang di sana mahal dari Malaysia walaupun jaraknya sangat dekat. Namun, dengan tips, itinerari dan bajet yang betul, memang banyak tempat yang boleh anda terokai.Ingin tahu bagaimana gadis ini pergi ke Singapura bersama dua rakan lain hanya dengan RM200 seorang?Boleh klik sini.

9. Tiga sekawan ini buat itinerari sendiri untuk bercuti ke Hua Hin dan Bangkok, Thailand. Nampak puas sangat berjalan!

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Macam seronok je kalau dapat pergi bercuti bersama rakan-rakan baik bukan?Kadang-kala, kesibukan belajar atau di tempat kerja membuatkan anda berasa seperti tiada masa diluangkan untuk diri sendiri dan rakan-rakan. Sekali-sekala nak juga merasa bercuti bersama sahabat rapat. Paling penting, tahu nak pergi ke mana dan bajet mestilah seminimum yang mungkin. Maklumlah, muda lagi, kena kumpul duit sendiri.Kalau nak berjalan, boleh baca itinerari lengkap tiga sekawan ini ketika mereka bercuti di Hua Hin dan Bangkok, Thailand. Seronok tengok.Baca penuh di sini.

Sebenarnya banyak lagi tempat-tempat menarik dengan bajet yang berpatutan anda boleh terokai. Kena pandai cari je. :)

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Apa-apapun, team SEISMIK mengucapkan Selamat Tahun Baru 2020 kepada setiap pembaca portal kami. Semoga tahun depan lebih banyak tempat menarik dan negara luar yang boleh diterokai bersama insan tersayang. :)

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4 Malaysian Crewmen Kidnapped By Filipino Gunmen In Sabah. Here's What We Know So Far

Four Malaysians have been kidnapped by a group of eight armed men in the waters of Semporna, Sabah while returning to Malaysia from the Philippines on Friday night, 1 April, according to Miri police

The four, who are from Sarawak, have been identified as Wong Teck Pang, 31, Wong Hung Song, 34,  Wong Teck Chi, 29, and Johnny  Lau Jung Hien, 21, according to The Borneo Post.The incident occurred at 7pm near Ligitan Island, Semporna. The ship’s owner filed a police report at the Miri Central police station at 12am. They were working onboard the ship registered as MV MASFIVE 6 which had transported timber from Malaysia to Manila in the Philippines, Miri police chief ACP Junaidi Bujang told Bernama."The incident occurred near Pulau Ligitan, Semporna and the ship did not carry any cargo at the time of the incident," he told Bernama, adding that other foreign crew members - three Myanmar and two Indonesians - were left unharmed.

A file photo of ACP Junaidi Bujang.
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Police are trying to ascertain whether the kidnapping occurred in Malaysian waters off Pulau Ligitan near the east coast Semporna, as Sabah Police Commissioner Abdul Rashid Harun said he was unsure whether it occurred in Malaysian waters or the Philippines

During a press conference in Kota Kinabalu on Saturday, 2 April, Harun said that initial reports received from five of the released crewmen only proved that the kidnapping happened in waters off Ligitan that borders the Philippines. "We are not certain that the incident happened in our waters so we need to find out first," he added.

The Sabah Police Commissioner was quoted by The Star as saying:

“These criminals no longer choose their victims, they will take just about anyone as long as it’s easy for them to grab and leave.”

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The Philippines Inquirer quoted a military source saying that the armed men, who spoke broken English, declared they were members of the Abu Sayyaf and requested the victims to go with them, also taking with them a laptop, cash and the mobile phones

Security forces are seen patrolling Semporna waters.
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Ismail Sabri: No Limit To The Number Of People Sitting At Restaurant Tables Anymore

The government just announced that restaurants around the country can now operate at full capacity

According to Sinar Harian, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob broke the news in a press conference yesterday, 17 June.He said that the move will directly affect up to 178,083 restaurants and eateries around Malaysia.

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There is no longer a limit to the number of people sitting at one table

Previously, only four people were allowed to sit at a restaurant table at any single time. However, the restriction has been lifted and group dining is now permitted."If the table is larger and can fit 10, then 10 (can sit at the table)," said Ismail Sabri.He added that this is applicable as long as restaurants comply with standard operating procedures (SOPs) regarding social distancing.

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According to the National Security Council, restaurants have also been allowed to operate until midnight during the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) period

Eateries can now operate between 7am to 12am, adding two hours to the previous permitted operating time set by the government, which was capped at 10pm.

Customers are still required to allow restaurants to carry out temperature checks and record details such as their names and contact number when entering premises.

According to the safety guidelines published by the National Security Council, tables at a restaurant have to be at least 2m apart and business owners must provide hand sanitisers and handwashing facilities.

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Sukakan 'Dessert' Klasik Seperti Sago Gula Melaka? Resipi Minggu Ini Khas Untuk Anda!

Dengan rasa lemak manisnya, hasil gabungan santan pekat dan sirap gula melaka, tidak hairanlah mengapa pencuci mulut klasik ini kekal digemari ramai

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Ingin tahu bagaimana caranya untuk membuat Sago Gula Melaka? Ikuti resipinya di sini:

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Bahan-bahan (sago):- 5 cawan air- 1 1/2 cawan sagoBahan-bahan (kuah santan):- 2 cawan santan - Daun pandanBahan-bahan (sirap gula melaka):- 1/2 cawan air- 200g gula melaka- 1/4 sudu kecil garamCara-cara:1. Untuk memasak sago, panaskan air dan masukkan sago. Kacau 15 minit hingga masak.2. Sejukkan 30 minit.3. Untuk kuah santan, didihkan santan dengan daun pandan.4. Untuk sirap gula melaka, didihkan air, gula melaka dan garam sehingga pekat.5. Hidangkan sago bersama kuah santan dan sirap gula melaka.

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[VIRAL VIDEO] Man Goes Berserk In Library

Video of army man going berserk in Singapore library goes viral

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According to CaughtInTheAct2013, a man accidentally placed his tablet on the wrong side of the table which eventually sparked off an argument with an army regular ranging from NS ranking/vocation to University qualifications.

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1. "I'm your senior, show some respect ah!"

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2. "Investigate you ah! C*b**"

Singapore Army man went berserk at Northpoint Library.
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3. "Don't play play!"

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4. "You think this is opera ah? Don't wayang here la!"

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5. "You think I stupid ah? Or you stupid?"

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6. "I'm not a uniform commando, I'm a plain clothes commando!"

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7. "One punch, one kill...c*b**!"

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“Kerja Kosong, Gaji In USD” - Tawaran Nampak Indah Tapi Jangan Terpengaruh. Ini Sebabnya

Zaman sekarang ini, memang ramai individu yang terus hilang kawalan dan mudah terpedaya jika ada yang datang menawarkan kekayaan dengan sekelip mata

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Menurut kajian, rakyat Malaysia adalah antara yang mudah ditipu dan terperangkap oleh sindiket penipuan. Setiap hari pasti ada sahaja berita tentang penipuan yang melibatkan ratusan malah ribuan ringgit.Walaupun sudah beberapa kali sindiket ini ditumpaskan, namun akan ada lagi individu yang kembali muncul dengan penipuan yang lebih hebat sehingga melibatkan golongan cerdik dengan pekerjaan dan pendapatan yang lebih tinggi.Namun, penipu di luar sana kini menjadi lebih cilik dengan menggunakan alasan untuk menawarkan pekerjaan kepada graduan baru yang masih belum mempunyai pekerjaan tetap. Ramai juga yang hampir tertipu dan jatuh ke lembah 'scammer' ini.

Seperti perkongsian seorang gadis di laman Twitter @AmeeRamly  dia telah menulis sendiri pengalamannya ketika hampir ditipu oleh scammer seperti ini

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Kononnya, mereka ini adalah syarikat yang menawarkan kerja freelance untuk mengendalikan media sosial dengan bayaran gaji dalam US Dollar (USD). Bila dengar bayaran gaji akan dibayar dengan mata wang di US, siapa sahaja akan tahan bukan? Satu kali bayaran pun sudah memadai. Ini pula jika bekerja selama beberapa bulan atau beberapa tahun.Pasti lebih lumayan.Namun begitu, perlu diingatkan juga supaya anak muda di luar sana tidak mudah untuk terjerumus di lembah 'scammer' ini. Untuk tahu lebih lanjut tentang taktik penipuan kes seperti ini, baca perkongsian penuh di bawah:

Jangan mudah terpengaruh dengan posting 'Kerja kosong freelance social media dengan gaji in USD'. Ini pengalaman yang dihadapinya sendiri.

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Scammer tersebut ajak untuk berjumpa di mana-mana untuk berbual dan suai kenal. Dalam hatinya, mungkin ingin temu duga secara santai sahaja.

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Kononnya pekerjaan ini bakal menjanjikan pendapatan sebanyak RM50-RM100k sebulan. Namun, ketika berbual, mata mereka seperti melilau ke sana ke mari seolah-olah tidak senang duduk.

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"You tak nak ke kalau masuk shopping dalam Zara, tak perlu tengok price tag?" Pandai sungguh taktik mereka untuk memujuk sehingga memaksa...

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Bila dijelaskan bahawa dia tiada wang yang cukup untuk bayar, mereka beri idea supaya pinjam duit kawan lain. Siap tengok telefon untuk memastikan dia mesej kawan-kawan bagi meminjam wang!

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Sebab itulah anda harus lebih berhati-hati dengan sindiket seperti ini. Jangan terlalu mudah tertipu dan terpedaya. Bahaya!

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Jauhi diri anda daripada tertipu jika ternampak poster seperti ini:

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Bukan setakat itu sahaja, ramai juga pengguna Twitter berkongsi iklan-iklan yang perlu dielakkan dan cara terbaik untuk detect scammer

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Taxi Drivers Threw Eggs At This Woman Because They Thought She Was An Uber Driver

Just over a month ago, several taxi drivers ganged up on an Uber driver - who was chaffeuring an Iranian couple - and trashed his car in KL Sentral

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Most recently, a woman who stopped by the Kelana Jaya LRT to pick up her friend was harassed by taxi drivers who thought she was an Uber driver

"As soon as she came up my car, a guy whose built was pretty tough and dressed in a white uniform with black slacks came shouting at me and my friend for no apparent reason," she wrote in a Facebook post dated 6 August. At the time of writing, the post has been shared more than 4,000 times.

The harassment did not stop there. As soon as her friend boarded the woman's car, they heard a thump from behind. Another cabbie had thrown raw eggs at her car!

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It was then that she realised that both men were actually taxi drivers who'd attacked her, thinking she was a ride-sharing driver

She wrote, "First of all, where on my car did it state that I'm an UBER driver? You have failed to identify me as one and yet proceeded with your shameful act. Shame on you," she wrote. Secondly, who gave you the right to verbally attack me and physically damage my car with precious eggs which are staple food to some people? Clearly, you have proven your intelligence. Instead of egg-ing me, can't you find business somewhere else?"

Concerned for their safety, she ignored the cabbies and quickly drove away. She then decided to return to the scene of the incident to get their number plates, but the "cowards" had already disappeared when she got there.

"I didn't go down as I prioritised my friend and my safety as we're clearly physically weaker than the group of taxi drivers," she wrote.  "So I made a U-turn and returned to the scene to record and hopefully gather evidence of their number plates. By the time I arrived, those cowards disappeared."

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"I never expected myself to be involved in the whole taxi/Uber drama, but now that it happened to me, an innocent civilian that has no affiliation with either party, I have no choice but to voice out my discontent and create awareness."

"How would the public even feel safe anymore in taxis?" she wrote. "The only way to solve this is not by revenge, but through endurance and hope that we will get people's support and prove justice to them one day," she added, wrapping up her post.

In the comments section, several people related their own experiences with taxi drivers who attacked them based on their own inaccurate assumptions

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Peserta MasterChef UK Dari Malaysia Ini Disingkirkan Atas Alasan Rendang Ayam Tak Rangup

Zaliha Kadir Olpin yang merupakan salah seorang peserta MasterChef UK telah disingkirkan dalam siri baru kerana menurut chef, ayam rendang yang dihidangkan tidak rangup

Zaliha Kadir Olpin
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Peserta MasterChef UK 2018 ini berada di Australia pada tahun 2004 ketika beliau mula menonton pertunjukan masakan paling popular ini.Walau bagaimanapun, bekas akauntan Petronas berusia 48 tahun yang berasal dari Kuantan, Pahang ini tidak mempunyai banyak masa atau peluang untuk menjadikan impiannya sebagai realiti kerana telah berpindah-randah ke enam buah negara selama 18 tahun.Di dalam tempoh itu, beliau mengasah minatnya untuk memasak masakan tempatan Malaysia tidak kira di mana beliau berada.

Zaleha berjaya memasuki pusingan kalah mati peringkat suku akhir MasterChef UK, dimana para peserta dicabar untuk memasak hidangan yang penting kepada dirinya sendiri.
Beliau memilih untuk memasak Nasi Lemak Ayam Rendang.

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Ketika pusingan itu, Zaleha memberitahu hakim MasterChef UK yang dikenali sebagai Chef John Torode bahawa beliau memilih untuk membuat nasi lemak kerana hidangan ini merupakan makanan kegemarannya semasa kecil."Ia sangat istimewa," katanya kepada Chef John ketika ditanya apa maksud hidangan itu kepadanya.Walau bagaimanapun, Chef John terus mengkritik bahawa rendang ayam Zaleha harus betul-betul lembut dan hancur.

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Zaleha kemudiannya disingkirkan daripada pusingan itu selepas keputusan yang dibuat oleh John Torode dan Gregg Wallace.
Mereka berdua dikatakan tidak berpuas hati dengan hidangan ayam rendang tersebut kerana tidak rangup.

John Torode (kiri) dan Gregg Wallace (kanan) yang mengkritik hidangan tersebut dan tidak berpuas hati kerana ayam rendang Zaleha tidak cukup rangup
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"Kulit ayam tidak rangup, ianya tidak boleh dimakan," ujar Gregg kepada Zaleha ketika beliau menghidangkan nasi lemak dan ayam rendang tersebut kepada para hakim untuk dikomen.John kemudian memberitahu Zaleha bahawa keputusannya untuk memilih Nasi Lemak Ayam Rendang sebagai hidangan yang bakal dipersembahkan adalah kesilapan yang besar.

Ramai masyarakat yang tidak bersetuju dengan tindakan kedua-dua chef tersebut termasuk chef selebriti no. 1 Malaysia iaitu Chef Wan

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Chef Wan tidak bersetuju dengan tindakan mereka menyingkirkan Zaleha dalam pusingan itu kerana baginya hidangan Nasi Lemak Ayam Rendang ini sama sekali berbeza dengan masakan itik atau sebagainya."Jelas sekali dia tidak tahu apa yang dikatakannya, kami memasaknya dengan cara rendang Malaysia," katanya, merujuk kepada komen Gregg mengenai kulit ayam Zaleha yang dikatakan tidak rangup.

Zaleha yang ternyata pasrah meluahkan kekecewaannya di Instagram

    Gutted to be eliminated on #masterchefuk but I stand by my traditional way of cooking Nasi Lemak . Will not change it for the world. The memories of my amazing time at Masterchef kitchen will forever stays with me. Thank you so much for all your support and good wishes. As my friend said, what doesn't kill me makes me stronger! Thank you again xxx #masterchefuk #iamout #cooking #carryon #love #TFLers #tweegram #photooftheday #20likes #amazing #smile #follow4follow #like4like #look #instalike #igers #picoftheday #food #instadaily #instafollow #followme #girl #iphoneonly #instagood #webstagram #colorful #style #swag A post shared by  Zaleha Kadir Olpin (@z.olpin) on Mar 26, 2018 at 12:48pm PDT

Walau bagaimanapun, ramai netizen menyokong Zaleha dan berasa bangga dengan pencapaiannya

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Apa-apa pun, kami dari Team Seismik mengucapkan tahniah kepada Zaleha kerana telah membawa nama Malaysia ke persada dunia! Salute!

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Jika anda mempunyai sebarang cadangan atau komen, boleh tinggalkan di ruangan yang disediakan. :)


[PHOTOS] A Historical Site In Ipoh Was Transformed Into A 'Harry Potter'-Themed Cafe

Are you still waiting around for your Hogwarts letter?

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Well, you no longer have to!
Grab your broomstick and head on over to Ipoh's very own Platform 9 3/4.

Located along historical Concubine Lane is Platf9rm Coffee & Brew Cafe, a magical place perfect for any aspiring witches and wizards looking for some classic butterbeer.

The place is also cheekily known as Platform 9 1/2 Cafe.
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Before it was a popular hub for Potterheads alike, Platf9rm was an abandoned lot overrun with moss

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Image via Platf9rm Coffee & Brew Cafe/Facebook

Fast forward to late 2019 and this brick-layered, witchy-themed courtyard and cafe was born

Don't be fooled by its seemingly unsuspecting exterior. Step inside and you'll be transported from the Muggle world to the shops of Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley.

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Peek through the windows and you'll find shelves lined with a random collection of hardbound books, porcelain figures, and vintage suitcases.

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Their latest addition is a cosy-looking 'bakery' decorated with the iconic striped scarves identical to the ones donned by Hogwarts students

They even provide lush black robes, wands, and brooms for the perfect photo op!

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Many familiar items can be found inside, including the trolley that took Harry and Ron through the brick walls and onto the hidden train platform

It even comes with a Hedwig plushie!
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This is the counter where you can place your order - notice the barrels in the back.
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Upstairs, you'll see that elements of the previous building were retained, making it even more rustic

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Like the taverns at Hogsmeade, Platf9rm offers creamy butterbeers that will cool you down in our hot Malaysian weather

Made with butterscotch and sarsaparilla, 'Butterbrew' is just RM6. For added authenticity, it is even 'tapped' from a wooden barrel.

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Couple the frothy delight with a scoop of butterscotch ice cream and you're all set to take on any Dementor

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If those don't take your fancy, then you always have the option of an iced latte, a frappe, or a slice of cake

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Have a taste of their not-so-spooky 'Strawberry Latte Frappe'.
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Alright, so they might not have Chocolate Frogs for sale, but who doesn't love a good cheesecake?

This is their apple crumble cheesecake.
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Ready for your next wizarding adventure?
Hop on the Hogwarts Express at Platf9rm which you can find here:

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Address:22, Lorong Panglima, Concubine Lane, 30000 Ipoh, Negeri Perak.Operating hours:Daily (9.30am to 6.30pm)Facebook | Instagram

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Did you know that Ipoh was named one of the best coffee towns in Asia by Lonely Planet?

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Senator Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Spotted Campaigning In Johor Without A Mask

Earlier today, 9 August, Senator Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal posted a set of three photos on his official Twitter account

In two of the photos, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal, who is the Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports in the Perikatan Nasional (PN) administration, is seen sitting around a round table with 12 other men.The Bersatu Senator is seen without a face mask while more than half of his companions either have their face masks pulled down to the chin or are not wearing one, as seen in the photos.

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Image via Wan Fayhsal/Twitter

In the third photo, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal, who is the former special officer of Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, is seen standing in the midst of a group consisting of over a dozen other people.In this photo, too, the Deputy Minister is seen without a mask.In comparison, at least 10 of the men in the third photo are seen wearing a mask.

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He is in Johor to campaign for a party post

It is believed that Wan Ahmad Fayhsal is campaigning for the post of chief of Armada, the youth wing of Bersatu. The Bersatu Youth Chief position was previously held by Syed Saddiq.

Jelajah #NafasBaru mulakan hari bersarapan dgn rakan-rakan ARMADA Pahang di Paya Besar. Terima kasih tuan rumah, Saudara Syed selaku Naib Ketua Armada Paya Besar sediakan jamuan. Saudara Mandela Malakun turut hadir. Selera jg mkn nasi lemak, ya!#penyatuanARMADA #kekalBERSATU pic.twitter.com/7pQJX10kio— Wan Ahmad Fayhsal (@wanfayhsal) August 9, 2020

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the government has passed a rule under which it is mandatory to wear face masks in public

According to a list of places and occasions where the people have to wear face masks are public and crowded areas, indoor areas where people gather, places of worship, hospitals, clinics, and retail outlets.The list was released by the National Security Council (NSC) on 5 August, which states that face masks are also required when getting a haircut and visits to a spa or a beauty salon.

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30 Musim Yang Jadi Ikutan Budak-Budak Zaman 90an

Pada zaman 90an, segala permainan dan koleksi adalah bermusim. Bila ada seorang yang start main, semua orang akan ikut. Antaranya:

1. Skateboard

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Kalau siapa boleh buat skill, dialah yang paling hebat.

2. Rollerblade

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Yang ini bagi mereka yang tak berapa meminati skateboard.

3. Basikal

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Kalau musim orang main basikal, satu kawasan perumahan akan main basikal.

4. Layang-layang

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Ada yang beli dan ada yang buat sendiri. Selepas itu, lawan siapa punya boleh terbang paling tinggi. Ada jugak yang langsung tak terbang.

5. Yoyo Pro-yo

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Siapa yang ada yo-yo ni mula-mula ye ye je nak belajar skill konon nak jadi hebat macam Yo-Han.

6. Kad Snap, Old Maid, Donkey, Happy Family dan lain-lain

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Ada ke yang tak pernah main kad ni?

7. Papan snakes and ladders...

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8. ... dan papan Saidina

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Semua orang duduk dalam rumah. Basikal-basikal semua diabaikan.

9. Kad Pokemon atau Digimon

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10. Skuter

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Ini benda yang paling advance sekali selepas skateboard dan rollerblade.

11. Kasut belakang ada lampu

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Bila pijak, lampu akan kelip-kelip.

12. Kasut ada roda satu

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13. Gelang tali persahabatan

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Bagi yang pandai buat, sama ada akan jual atau bagi kawan dia. Siapa yang ada gelang ni maksudnya dia memang cool lah.

14. Tali benang ada nama

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15. Kertas bintang

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Selepas itu, simpan dalam balang sebagai hiasan.

16. Gasing

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Masih ingat lagi perkataan "pakok" dan "zim"?

17. Rounders

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Kalau musim rounders, padang akan jadi penuh!

18. Badminton

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Kadang-kadang satu barisan rumah main badminton berjaringkan pagar rumah.

19. Skipping atau lompat tali

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Tak ada duit nak beli tali skipping? Getah kan ada!

20. Permainan Pocket Digimon

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Antara perbualan yang popular:A: "Jom kita lawan Digimon!"B: "Jom."A: "Tapi tak boleh main racun taw."B: ....................

21. Lawan pemadam

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Lagi menarik kalau pakai pemadam bendera negara.

22. Penutup botol atau cepe

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Paling sakit hati kalau lawan dengan orang yang power sebab langsung tak dapat jalan.

23. Pistol mainan

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Riuh kawasan rumah dengan bunyi tembak tembak.

24. Senapang kayu

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Budak-budak dulu mana ada main paintball.

25. Bola tekan

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Gigih gunting satu per satu kadbod untuk buat satu team bola. Pemain simpanan pun ada tau.

26. Ting-ting

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Tak kisah, lelaki ke perempuan ke semua pun main sekali.

27. Batu seremban

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Yang ni macam main cepe jugak la. Elakkan main dengan orang yang hebat.

28. Lawan guli

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29. Baling selipar

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30. Permainan perang titik atau kepong

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The CEO Of Maxis Wants Malaysians To Know "It's Not OK To Be OK"

When Morten Lundal took over as Maxis CEO, he saw that customer service was "OK" but could be improved

Morten Lundal found that customer service could be much better when he took over as CEO late last year
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"If we take a hard look at ourselves, we should view ourselves as good, because we in general clearly are, but we should also admit that we are not great. And we want to be great."

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In a rare video released by Maxis, Lundal explains that the company's new initiative is to ensure Malaysians do not settle for "just OK" services when it can be so much better

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"We have grown into certain habits, certain mindsets. And some not so good ones. Companies like ours will at this age and at this period in our life cycle easily settle for ‘good’, settle for ‘OK’, ‘average’. It is human and company nature."

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"We want to travel from good to great. It is the right ambition for our customers and shareholder, but most of all it is right for the people who make up this organisation called Maxis."

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Lundal says, "The attitude of good enough, or OK, is creating complacency and mediocrity, and over time it leads to deterioration. Which is unacceptable." Watch him speak:

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Morten believes that this new paradigm shift starts from the top - the management team

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"This is not a slogan, but a personal commitment from me and the management team, from us, and it is a mindset that shall permeate everything we do, both big decisions and also the smallest details."

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To date, the telco has already made 15 improvements, including how customers line up at service centres

Maxis aims to improve the way customers queue up, by introducing an sms system to cut waste and time
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Of course, making changes won’t be easy. So Maxis is looking at areas which can give the biggest impact in customer satisfaction with minimal tweaks possible.

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In a typical centre set up, customers would normally need to queue up to take a paper ticket based on the services they require. To eliminate frustration of queueing, Maxis will have roaming representatives to approach you in a personalised manner. Immediately they can issue a queue number which is sent to your mobile phone via SMS. When your number is nearly up, the system will also remind you via SMS and later on inform you of your counter number when it is your turn.

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Under the improved system, representatives will issue customers through SMS, which eliminates paper and long waiting times

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Not only it’s paperless but it makes the process much more efficient. Their goal is a turnaround time of 10 minutes per customer which is quite an ambitious target.

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These improvements will stand to impact around 4 million customers with many more improvements to come in the future

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To date they have made 15 customer service improvements which potentially impact 4 million+ subscribers.

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Teen Allegedly Told By Teacher To Join Islam If He Wants A Spot In National Football Team

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A teacher has been accused of telling his 15-year-old student to convert to Islam if he would like a spot in the national football team

According to Malaysiakini, the boy's mother, who only wished to be known as Vasan, was first informed of the incident last week, 3 February, when her son showed her messages that were exchanged in a WhatsApp group created by his teacher.The teacher had allegedly encouraged the teenager to become a Muslim and rallied the other students in the messaging group to suggest Islamic names for him."When I looked through the messages, I noticed that the teacher told my son that if he wanted to join the national team, he had to be a Muslim," Vasan told reporters during a press conference that was held in Petaling Jaya yesterday, 8 February."What baffled me the most was that the teacher said that only Muslims are allowed to enter stadiums in Malaysia."The teacher was reportedly actively preaching about the religion to Vasan's son for the past six months.

Hindu Agamam Ani Malaysia Association chairperson Arun Dorasamy holding up printed copies of the WhatsApp conversations.
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The teenager's parents have since lodged a police report against the teacher

However, the Form Three student was reportedly worried that his parents filing a police report may affect his grades at school and potentially get him removed from his school's football team.In support of the parents' decision to launch an investigation pertaining the case is Hindu Agamam Ani Malaysia Association chairperson Arun Dorasamy.Arun made a statement to the press saying that since the boy was a minor, attempts to convert him to another religion without the consent of his guardians is unconstitutional and illegal."I don't know what the teacher's intentions were but whatever it was, whatever he has said or done to the student, was against Article 11 of the Federal Constitution (which guarantees freedom of religion)," Arun was quoted saying.Previous attempts by the teenager's parents to call the teacher about the messages have been unsuccessful as he has blocked their numbers.

Arun (middle) speaking at the press conference alongside the parents of the teenager.
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Cheras police chief ACP Zam Halim Jamaluddin confirmed that investigations are underway and statements from witnesses are currently being taken

"An investigation was opened under Section 298A of the Penal Code for causing disharmony using religious sentiments and Section 505(b) of the Penal Code for causing panic and fear to the public," Zam said in a statement.He has advised the public to refrain from making unfounded claims and to contact authorities if they have any information concerning the case.


17-Year-Old Sexually Assaulted By Ambulance Staff While Being Transported To A Hospital

A 17-year-old girl was sexually assaulted while in an ambulance on the way to a hospital on Sunday, 21 April

The girl, who works at a university cafe in Selangor, was experiencing severe stomach pains at around 7.30pm, China Press reported.

After calling her employer to help her, the teenager fainted

Her employer took her to the university clinic, where the doctor recommended that she seek treatment at a hospital due to her serious condition.The doctor then arranged for the university's ambulance to take her to the hospital.

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When the employer arrived at the hospital to visit the 17-year-old, he found her crying and trembling in fear.
She revealed that she was sexually assaulted by an ambulance staff.

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She said that while she was lying down, the 22-year-old man groped her chest and sexually assaulted her with his finger.While she was conscious at the time, the girl explained that she was too physically weak to stop him.

After speaking to her, the girl's employer lodged a police report

The 22-year-old has since been arrested, China Press reported. The case is now being investigated under Section 377C of the Penal Code and Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017.


9 Kedai Bundle Terbaik Yang Korang Boleh 'Selam' Sekitar Kuala Lumpur & Shah Alam!

Ramai yang tidak tahu sekitar Kuala Lumpur dan Shah Alam terdapat banyak kedai bundle jual barang-barang rare!

Pelbagai jenis pakaian yang murah telah menjadikan kedai bundle syurga dan kegilaan kepada mereka yang gemar untuk berjimat cermat dan bergaya pada masa yang sama.

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Ramai juga yang menjadikan bundle sebagai alternatif bagi mereka yang gemar pergi ke pusat membeli-belah. Mana lagi nak cari yang cantik tetapi murah?Dengan itu, kami senaraikan 9 kedai bundle terbaik sekitar Kuala Lumpur dan Selangor untuk anda explore nanti!

1) Jalan Raja Bot (JRB Vintage Market), Kuala Lumpur

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Berderet peniaga-peniaga bundle menjalankan jualan di Jalan Raja Bot, Chow Kit. Dengan harga yang mampu milik dan berpatutan serta pilihan barangan yang banyak, anda pasti tidak akan kecewa. Siapa yang belum sampai ke Jalan Raja Bot, boleh berkunjung ke sini!

Alamat :  No 48 Jalan Raja Bot, Chow Kit, KL, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Waktu operasi : Jumaat & Sabtu. 9 malam sehingga 4 pagi.Anda boleh ikuti updates mereka di :- Facebook

2) Baden Baden Bundle Setapak, Kuala Lumpur

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Baden Baden Bundle mempunyai cawangan di Port Dickson dan di sekitar Lembah Klang. Apa yang menariknya disini, terdapat pelbagai baju untuk semua peringkat umur seperti wanita, kanak-kanak dan lelaki.

Alamat : Lot 3, 5, 4, Jalan Genting Kelang, Danau Kota, 53300 Kuala Lumpur.Waktu operasi : Isnin - Ahad. 10 pagi sampai 12 malam.Anda boleh ikuti updates mereka di :- Facebook | Instagram

3) Buntil Bundle, Shah Alam

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Kepada mereka yang gemar barang-barang vintage boleh datang ke Buntil Bundle! Pelbagai jenis koleksi dari baju flannel sehingga pilihan jeans yang ada untuk anda. Jom selam sampai jumpa yang terbaik!

Alamat : 16 Jalan Opera C U2/C, Taman TTDI Jaya.Waktu operasi : Isnin - Ahad. 12 tengahari sampai 12 malam.Anda boleh ikuti updates mereka di :- Instagram

4) Bandoru Store, Shah Alam

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Kalau yang biasa lalu Federal Highway, mesti akan nampak kedai ini. Bandoru merupakan concept mall atau pusat membeli belah yang mengumpulkan barangan preloved, preowned dan original. Kualiti barangan ini dijamin kerana straight daripada Japan. Harga yang murah dan pelbagai pakaian fesyen pastinya akan membuatkan anda rambang mata!

Alamat : Selangor PT7, Federal Highway Batu 3, 40150 Shah Alam.Waktu operasi : Isnin - Jumaat. 10 pagi hingga 10 malam.Anda boleh ikuti updates mereka di :- Instagram  | Twitter

5) Jalan Jalan Japan, Subang

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Jalan Jalan Japan sangat sesuai untuk mereka yang gemar pakaian daripada Jepun! Ala-ala Jepun gituh! Pelbagai jenis pakaian di sini pasti akan buat anda rambang mata. Jom ramai ramai pergi!

Alamat : 1A Skypark One City, Jalan USJ 25/1, Subang Jaya.Waktu operasi : Isnin - Ahad. 10 pagi hingga 10 malam.Anda boleh ikuti updates mereka di :- Instagram

6) Abe Bundle, Shah Alam

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Abe Bundle merupakan lokasi untuk mereka yang mahukan pakaian dari punk ke hipster. Pelbagai saiz untuk mereka yang berbadan gempal juga ada di sini. Anda sepastinya mahu singgah ke Abe Bundle untuk melengkapkan gaya anda! Bukan sahaja pakaian, kasut branded seperti Timberland dan Nike juga dijual disini.

Alamat : Jalan Padang Jawa, Seksyen 16, 41300 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi : Isnin - Ahad. Beroperasi 24 jam.

7) Yellow Kombi Vintage, Kuala Lumpur

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Jika anda gemarkan barangan vintage dan retro, anda pasti akan sukakan Yellow Kombi Vintage! Pelbagai pakaian dari harga RM5 ringgit sahaja. Terletak di Kompleks Membeli Belah Campbell, anda pasti mahu 'selam' disini!

Alamat : 98, Jalan Dang Wangi, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.Waktu operasi : Isnin - Ahad. 11 pagi sampai 9 malam.Facebook

8) JBR Bundle, Shah Alam

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JBR Bundle ini merupakan bundle yang sangat teratur dan unik. Terlalu banyak pilihan disini kerana semua pakaian dibahagikan mengikut department. Ada pakaian lelaki, perempuan, mainan, handbags dan branded items! Rugi tak datang!

Alamat : Jalan Penyelenggara U1/73, Hicom-glenmarie Industrial Park, 40150 Shah Alam, Shah Alam, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi : Isnin-Ahad. 10 pagi hingga 12 malam.Anda boleh ikuti updates mereka di :- Instagram

9) Klumby, Bandar Tasik Permaisuri, Kuala Lumpur

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Malas nak selam? Nak cari terus barangan yang rare? Sini lah tempatnya! Klumby yang terletak di Bandar Tasik Permaisuri ini sangat power. Pelbagai jenama juga anda boleh cari dekat sini seperti Levis, Denime, Evisu, Ralph Lauren dan Schoot!

Alamat : No. 26 & 26-1, Jalan Dwitasik, Bandar Sri Permaisuri, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, 56000, Wilayah Persekutuan, 56000 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur.Waktu operasi : Isnin - Ahad. 12 pagi hingga 12 malam.Anda boleh ikuti updates mereka di :- Facebook

Puas sebenarnya 'menyelam' ni sebab jumpa barang yang ekslusif dan lain daripada yang lain. Memang seronok dan puas hati! Yang penting kena sabar dan ambil masa! Have fun guys!

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This Man Sued Forbes. What Happened?

The story behind the Prince who sued Forbes for saying he's ONLY worth 20 billion dollars

Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has sued Forbes for libel in a British court, alleging its valuation of his wealth at 20 billion dollars was short of the mark by 9.6 billion dollars.

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Prince Alwaleed bin Talal
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The prince, a grandson of Saudi Arabia's founder and nephew of King Abdullah, had attacked the U.S. magazine's ranking of world billionaires as flawed and biased against Middle Eastern businesses after he was ranked number 26 in this year's list.

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An official at the High Court in London confirmed that Prince Alwaleed had filed a defamation suit against Forbes, its editor Randall Lane, and two of its journalists on April 30. Details of the claim were not immediately available.

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But Forbes said it calculated his fortune based on the underlying value of the Kingdom Holdings' investments, rather than its price of shares on the Saudi stock exchange, the newspaper reported.

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Here's a list of some of the things the Prince really owns! (Click on the image to view full)

Prince Alwaleed, known for both ranking 29th on Forbes’ list of billionaires and tossing dwarves, claims that he’s richer than Forbes thinks he is.

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In detail: The Prince really have more wealth than what Forbes estimated!

HEIR FORCE ONE! Top, the prince's Hawker Siddeley 125 jet in front of his Boeing 747. Bottom, the interior of Alwaleed's $200 million, custom 747.
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Founder, CEO, and owner of Kingdom Holding Company, his personal wealth was estimated to be US $18 billion as of March 2012. Arabian Business ranked him as the most influential Arab in the world.

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Through his Kingdom Holding Company, Prince Alwaleed owns large stakes in Citigroup, News Corp and Apple Inc, among other companies. He is also owner or part-owner of luxury hotels including the Plaza in New York, the Savoy in London and the George V in Paris.

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Prince Alwaleed at New York's Plaza hotel, of which he is part owner.

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Al-Waleed Bin Talal owns over 300 cars, including a diamonds and Swarovski crystal-studded Mercedes Benz SL 600. His fleet of cars also includes a Rolls-Royce Phantom and several Ferraris.

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Worried About High Credit Card Fees Abroad? Here Are 4 Other Options Malaysians Can Use

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When going abroad, one of the things you have to know is how you'll be paying for stuff

Whether you're going to the UK or Switzerland, every country has a currency of it's own, but it's safe to assume that you would need a little bit of help setting up your payment option before you fly off to your vacay.If you have a credit card that allows foreign transactions, you'll have no problem paying for things. The only issue is credit cards have transaction fees, so you'll end up paying quite a hefty sum.

Luckily, now we have e-wallets and apps that make paying for things even easier. What's more, most countries now accept contactless payments if you don't wanna bring too much cash.
Here are four payment options you can consider when traveling:

1. MAE

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We'll start off with something a little closer to home for Malaysians. MAE is an e-wallet issued by Maybank, and you can apply for a physical card of the MAE e-wallet through the MAE app, and it only costs RM8 a year. What's great about the MAE card is that you can conveniently use it at any Point-of-Sales terminal that accepts Visa anywhere around the world with competitive exchange rates. This also applies to online shopping charges in a different currency. You can apply for the card through the MAE app that you can download from the App Store and Google Play.

2. Wise

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Wise is an international money transfer platform. The service makes it easy for you to send over money abroad to family, friends, or even make international payments. Additionally, Wise uses real exchange transfer rate instead of tourist exchange rates, which is usually more expensive. The best part? There are no hidden fees on Wise, so you'll only be paying for the exchange rate fees when you make your international transfer or payment.You can open an account here.

3. BigPay

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BigPay is yet another free e-wallet app that comes with a physical card that you can use anywhere that accepts Mastercard and Visa. Not only that, it also tracks all your spending under one page so you don't have to dig through your bank statements. Like Wise, BigPay is free to use. However, when you sign up you're going to need to put RM20 into your account. But it isn't a fee, you can use the money once your account is set up! There's also no annual or inactive fee. You can apply for a BigPay account by downloading their app on the App Store or Google Play.

4. Touch 'n Go eWallet

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We're sure every Malaysian knows what Touch 'n Go eWallet is, but did you know that you can use the app for international payments too? Powered by Alipay+, Touch 'n Go is available in 10 countries and regions which are Mainland China, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, the Philippines, Australia, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy. However, you can only make transactions with merchants that provide the Alipay+ logo. As for the currency exchange rate, they are provided from Alipay+ directly and are subject to change everyday. You can apply for the Touch 'n Go eWallet by downloading their app on the App Store and Google Play.

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5 Local Shops To Get Valentine's Gifts For Every Type Of Girl

Whether it's a Valentine or a Galentine, here's a list of things you could get for every type of girl:

1. The Funky GF - Galaxie Ribbon Set by Red Bean Closet

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Bright, fun designs in bold and daring colours, the Galaxie Ribbon set is perfect for the girls who aren't afraid to break the rules, express themselves, and live life to the fullest.Red Bean Closet is a local brand founded by Li Wen in 2020, aiming to bring joy and excitement to its customers through fashion. The brand aspires to create a quirky, youthful, and unparalleled style for the current generation.The Galaxie Ribbon set, a combination of a vest and pleated skirt, comes in Red and Malachite Green. Red Bean Closet is also preparing for the launch of its new cardigan collection, expected to release sometime this month.Shop Red Bean Closet here.

2. The Shy GF - Crocheted Mini Heart Bag by @bysunny.my

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She's a woman of few words, but when she speaks, her voice is like honey. She prefers quiet spots over crowded spaces, and enjoys being in your company above all. The crocheted Mini Heart bag by @bysunny.my will definitely make her love for you grow a thousand times more!100% handmade with the utmost precision and detail, @bysunny.my makes bags fit for the minimalist girl. Each bag is a custom design, and other special parts like shoulder straps and wristlets can be added to your order. Bags ordered at @bysunny.my are at a pre-order basis, and take about one to three weeks to produce.Shop @bysunny.my here

3. The Classy-Cool GF - BUNGA Collection Batik Earrings by Oh Dayang

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For the girls that are sophisticated and classy, who love vinyl records and teatime kuihs, and have the most down-to-earth energy you've ever encountered — the handmade batik earrings from the BUNGA collection by Oh Dayang are the perfect gift for them.Oh Dayang was founded by Dayang Nur Syafiqah and is based in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Starting off by using leftover textiles, Oh Dayang now uses freshly produced batik for their earrings to match their ever-growing customer population. The brand aspires to bridge the gap between the classics and the contemporary, catering to the girls who love a bit of zest for their elegant, cool exterior.Oh Dayang will be participating in the Sunny Side Up Valentine's Market at The Row KL on 11 February and 12 February.Shop Oh Dayang here.

4. The Lethal Beauty GF - Lip Collection by Larimar Cosmetics

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She turns heads in every room she walks into. She's the baddest of them all. Everybody either wants to be with her or be her.The perfect gift for her? The lip collection from Larimar Cosmetics.With five gorgeous gloss shades and four deliciously-smelling lip balms, Larimar Cosmetics prides itself in being a handmade beauty brand, using 100% high-quality natural ingredients to make their products. Based in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Larimar Cosmetics makes their products daily. The brand also sells body care items, such as body scrubs and body butter.Larimar Cosmetics actively participates in pop-up markets, with their next one being the Love Potion Popup @ Kedai KL on 4 February and 5 February.Shop Larimar Cosmetics here.

5. The Ethereal Goddess GF - Semi-precious Jewellery by @cchunkythings

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Angelic, magical, and almost other-worldly, you'd think that she was a fairy in her past life. She probably enjoys collecting seashells or stargazing at night. It's the little imperfections that make something, or someone, perfect to her.Get her something from @cchunkythings, and she'll love you even more.Ethically-made with gorgeous freshwater pearls, semi-precious stones, and glass beads on tarnish-resistant fittings, no two pieces from @cchunkythings are the same. The label makes thematic pieces, from Alice in Wonderland to color-coded ensembles, with their best-selling pieces being Lucid, Serendipity, and their Blooming Buds line (pictured above).@cchunkythings jewellery are at a pre-order basis. Each piece takes about two to three weeks to produce.Shop @cchunkythings here.

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Tak Kisah Redah Pacat & Nyamuk, Pelajar Ini Tetap Sanggup Demi 'Internet' Untuk Jawab Exam

Disebabkan gangguan internet dan komunikasi, seorang penuntut Pusat Perubatan Universiti Malaya (PPUM) terpaksa jawab exam di atas bukit bertemankan nyamuk dan pacat

Nurlieda Khaleeda bersama ayahnya memanjat bukit sepanjang 20 meter untuk sampai di khemah yang terletak dibelakang rumahnya.
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Menurut sumber, Nurlieda Khaleeda, 20, berkata, dia juga perlu mendaki lebih 20 meter untuk sampai di khemah yang dibina ayahnya, Mohd Azmi Ahmad, 48, di bukit belakang rumahnya di Kampung Bukit Petai Tujuh, Tanah Merah di Kelantan bagi menjawab exam selain mengulang kaji.Selain perlu memanjat dengan keadaan tanah yang becak, penuntut tahun dua jurusan Teknologi Makmal Perubatan itu juga terpaksa menjawab exam dalam suasana tidak selesa kerana gangguan nyamuk dan kadang-kala terdapat ular yang menyusur keluar berdekatan ‘dewan’ peperiksaannya.Lebih memeritkan lagi, apabila ruang untuk dia mengikuti kelas online, mengulang kaji dan menjawab soalan exam itu turut terkena tempias setiap kali hujan selain berdepan gangguan capaian internet yang kurang memuaskan.

Situasi yang perlu dilaluinya itu adalah lebih baik daripada dia belajar di rumah tanpa kemudahan internet demi masa depannya

Nurlieda Khaleeda mengikuti kelas dalam talian, mengulang kaji pelajaran dan menjawab soalan peperiksaan di dalam khemah yang dibina bapanya.
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Tambah Nurlieda Khaleeda, selain kelengkapan seperti laptop, modem WiFi, nota dan tripod yang perlu di bawa untuk menjawab exam, dia juga tidak boleh terlupa untuk membawa ubat nyamuk serta kipas kerana kawasan tersebut banyak nyamuk.“Ayah kasihankan saya, kerana sebelum ini saya perlu ke bandar Tanah Merah Baru yang terletak lebih tiga kilometer dari rumah untuk belajar. Jadi ayah naik ke bukit ini dua hari sebelum peperiksaan saya bermula untuk cari kawasan yang ada internet.“Ayah tidak mahu saya gagal dalam peperiksaan, jadi dia berikhtiar masuk hutan untuk bina khemah ini dan sambungkan bekalan elektrik dari rumah untuk kegunaan saya di sini," ujarnya.

Masalah yang dihadapi itu bukan hanya dilalui oleh olehnya sahaja tetapi perkara itu juga turut membelenggu para penduduk kampung yang lain

Para penduduk turut membina pondok di atas pokok setinggi lebih lima meter untuk mendapatkan capaian internet.
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Menurut Nurlieda Khaleeda, setiap kali menjawab exam dia juga bimbang jika capaian internet di kawasan itu terputus kerana perlu menjawab semula soalan sekiranya berlaku gangguan dan tiada masa tambahan diberikan.“Exam saya bermula 23 November lalu dan setakat ini saya sudah selesai menjawab tiga kertas soalan dan masih berbaki lagi dua lagi kertas exam yang perlu dijawab,” katanya.Sementara itu bapanya, Mohd Azmi berkata, masalah yang dihadapi itu bukan hanya dilalui oleh anaknya sahaja tetapi perkara itu juga turut membelenggu anak-anak penduduk di lima kampung lain iaitu Kampung Mengat, Degong, Che Nakaf, Jerangau Dalam dan Jerangau Luar.“Selain saya, kadang-kala along (Nurlieda Khaleeda) turut ditemani adiknya, Muhammad Addin Aiman, 16, untuk belajar. Saya tidak benarkan along bersendirian kerana kawasan itu juga tidak selamat,” katanya.

Semoga masalah yang dihadapi adik Nurlieda Khaleeda dan penduduk setempat ini mendapat perhatian pihak berkaitan serta dapat diselesaikan dengan segera.

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16 Elegant Raya Outfits You Can Wear All Year Round

With Raya just around the corner, now's the best time to look for that baju kurung or kebaya you've been wanting

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Instead of purchasing something that you can only wear once a year, here are some great choices that you can use for other occasions as well:

1. Lubna Flower Printed Tied Knot Baju Kurung

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A baju kurung for those who wanna make a statement but don't want the steal the spotlight either. The sweet printed flowers adds that subtle feminine touch to an already pretty outfit! It comes in three colours: white, black, and coral pink.You can get it on sale right now for RM97.95 on Zalora.

2. Zalia Lace Peplum Set With Embroidered Flowers

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If subtle is not for you, this baju kurung has embroidered flowers that gives it just enough hints of colour. The best part is that you can wear this as is or pair it with earrings and heels for more formal functions!It comes in two colours: white and black.You can get it on sale right now on Zalora for RM187.95

3. Taffy Peplum Kurung Orange Top

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We're totally in love with this unconventional baju kurung top that'll surely turn some heads. Dress it up with a skirt or a pair of jeans for a more casual look.You can get the top here on FashionValet for RM179.

4. Taffy Peplum Kurung Yellow Top

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Traditional meets modern with this batik printed baju kurung top - super chic! You can get the top on FashionValet for RM179.

5. Taffy Peplum Kurung Peach Top

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We all love an easy outfit that doesn't require us to think much. The peach tones on this batik peplum matches both light and darker coloured skirts -  easy for those of us who are lazy to think of what to wear.You can get it here on FashionValet for RM179.

6. Arrosa Kurung Modern Set

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Keep it simple with this elegant baju kurung. Wear it as it is or add a necklace and some statement rings - don't be afraid to show your personality!You can get it here on FashionValet for RM216.04

7. Lubna Polka Dot Print With Flared Sleeves

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Who says you can't be comfortable and look cute at the same time? This polka-dotted number is perfect for those who love feeling comfy during Raya - not to mention, the ability to hide our full tummies after stuffing ourselves with all that food!It comes in two colours: white and black.You can get the full set on sale here on Zalora for RM84. What a steal!

8. Lubna Printed Peplum Top Kurung

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Try out this uber cute koi fish and stripe printed peplum baju kurung top this festive season! Although it isn't your conventional Raya look, we are totally loving the little fish swimming around :)It comes in two colours: black and blue. You can get it on sale here on Zalora for RM99.10

9. Dwie Peach Skirt

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This skirt is the perfect combo of flowy yet structured enough to accentuate your curves. Wear it this Raya and perhaps that next wedding you need to attend!It comes in two colours: peach and powder blue.You can get this skirt here on DoubleWoot for RM89.

10. Gene Martino Modern Navy Blue Kurung

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A sharp and classy design perfect for any occasion. Don this with a pair of heels for the office, dinner date, or event!It comes in three colours: navy blue, maroon red, and brown.You can get it here on Zalora for RM131.15.

11. Gene Martino Fairy Kurung Glittered Embroidery Scallop Lace

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Dazzle those around you with this white stylish ensemble. Embroidered onto the top is an exquisite scallop lace design that adds a classy touch to the outfit.It comes in four colours: white, red, green, and blue.You can get it on Zalora for RM169

12. Lubna Printed Flower Kurung

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A stunning floral printed piece that isn't your average traditional baju kurung? Yes please! Dress this up further with some tassle earrings or hoops.You can get it here on Zalora for RM99.10

13. Lubna Printed Hi Low Kebaya

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If you're looking for something a little unusual, check out this kebaya with a modern twist that you can wear to work, family events, and practically any occasion. It comes in three colours: blue, black, and pink.You can get it here on Zalora for RM64.85

14. Lubna Printed Flared Hi Low Kebaya

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This kebaya has a classic touch mixed with a modern design. Add white or silver accessories to complement the look.It comes in three colours: dark blue, pink, and black.You can get it on sale here on Zalora for RM93.95

15. Zalia Embellished Mermaid Dress

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Looking for something a little more formal? Add this fitted navy blue baju kurung piece to your collection. For a softer look, curl and let your hair down.You can get it on sale here on Zalora for RM214.95

16. Lubna Structured Flare Top With Mermaid Skirt

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Strut in style with this polished kurung design that comes in four colours: light pink, light grey, pastel purple, and red. You can also enhance this outfit with some sparkly jewellery and make-up.You can get the full set here on Zalora for RM111.95

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A Malaysian Was Charged RM15 By This Famous Nasi Kandar Restaurant For “Muntah Cleaning”

A Facebook user recently posted a receipt of her meal at a famous nasi kandar restaurant. Aside from the food she and her friends had ordered, she was also charged for "muntah cleaning".

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Yesterday, the lady took to Facebook to post a receipt of a recent meal at Nasi Kandar Pelita's Jalan Ampang outlet. In the post, she highlighted an extra charge of RM15 by the restaurant - allegedly for cleaning up vomit after one of her friends threw up on the table."SPREAD THE WORD: DON'T PUKE IN PELITA (it costs RM15)," the caption of the post reads.

She said that the post was not meant to criticise the famous chain, but to show people how this method can stop people from vomitting at restaurants

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"As far I'm concerned, this post is not to bash Pelita. I'm a regular and I found that it is a  funny and brilliant idea to stop people from puking," she said.

The post went viral on social media and netizens were amused by the extra charge

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Nasi Kandar Pelita caught wind of a Facebook repost of the incident and has filed a police report to protect itself from any accusations

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In the report, a representative from Nasi Kandar Pelita said he saw a repost of the incident on a Facebook page called We Are Malaysian Indians, albeit with a much different caption from the original post."Dont let your children puke in Pelita Restaurant, it is chargeable...macam macam GST pun ada," said the page. The representative also explained how the incident unfolded. According to him, a group of six came into the outlet drunk at around four in the morning. Two of them then allegedly threw up on the table and made a mess.  As a result, the outlet had to discard the tableware which had traces of vomit on it.

Another Facebook page, Penang Kini, has claimed that the lady and her group of friends are trying to "defame" the restaurant chain

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The caption is translated below:"They can spend so much on liquor to get drunk, what's the problem with paying extra charges for causing inconveniences to the workers? They had to clean the vomit and throw out the plates and cups. If a kid throws up in the shop, there will be no charges incurred."

The lady's boyfriend has come out to clear the air. He said that We Are Malaysian Indians had falsely accused them and misled the public with the repost caption.

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He insisted that they didn't make a big fuss over the extra charge. Instead, they were amused and paid the bill without any complaints. "We called for the bill and my friend noticed the "Muntah Cleaning" on our bills. All of us burst into laughter as this is the first time we've come across such charges. We paid Nasi Kandar Pelita RM15 without complaining or whatsoever. We had a good laugh about this matter until we found out that this post went viral.Nasi Kandar Pelita made a police report regarding this issue, thanks to this group "We Are Malaysian Indians" for misleading people in the first place with their false accusation and statement. The police report has NOTHING TO DO with us," he said.

What do you think? Should the lady and her friends be charged by the restaurant? Tell us in the comment section below.


Sun Bear In Kuching That Was Caged For 7 Years Has Finally Been Rescued

A sun bear, that was seen caged outside a Kuching house, has finally been rescued after being locked up for seven years

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Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) enforcement teams rescued the sun bear from the terrace house in Demak Laut at 4pm yesterday, 25 September, reported The Star.SFC chief executive officer Zolkipli Mohamad Aton said the owner refused to surrender the bear."Our team rescued the sun bear and it was taken to the Matang Wildlife Centre immediately for [a] medical examination," said Zolkipli, as quoted by Today Online."After having been locked up for years, the sun bear needs to undergo some rehabilitation programme before a decision is made on whether it is fit to be released and returned to the wild," he added.

It was previously revealed that the owner was issued a licence to keep the sun bear

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However, when asked about it, Zolkipli declined to comment.According to him, the decision to issue licences falls under Forest Department Sarawak's (FDS) jurisdiction.He explained that a licence for keeping a sun bear can be applied for, but applicants must comply with the terms and conditions.

Zolkipli urged licensed owners of protected animals to willingly surrender them to the SFC before problems arise

As for those who illegally possess these animals, Zolkipli also suggested that they surrender the animals to the SFC or action will be taken against them.He said that sun bears are protected under Sarawak's Wild Life Protection Ordinance 1998.Anyone found killing, keeping, selling, or buying the animal or its derivatives can be prosecuted under the law, which results in a RM10,000 fine or a year's jail.

In an update, the Facebook user who originally posted the viral post thanked those who helped to rescue the bear, as well as netizens who shared the story

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"Now let's hope that Matang Wildlife Center will take a good care of it, pamper it, and provide it with a more suitable environment to stay in," wrote Sandra Wong Jye Wen.She also hopes that FDS will be more cautious in issuing such licences in the future and that the local government revises the state law to better protect vulnerable animals.

Previously, Wong’s emotional account of meeting the sun bear went viral and was brought to the attention of authorities:

                A Sun Bear In Kuching Has Allegedly Been Caged Up For Over 7 Years

The owner has a license to keep the bear.

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