[PHOTOS] What Happened To The 5-Year-Old Moroccan Boy Who Fell Into A 32M-Deep Well

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The world is mourning the death of five-year-old Rayan Oram, who was trapped in a 32m-deep shaft in the hills near Chefchaouen in northern Morocco, despite an elaborate four-day operation to rescue him

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The tragic incident occurred last Tuesday, 1 February, when the boy's father was repairing the well close to their family home

According to BBC, Khaled Oram told local North African media that his son had fallen down the dry well at "that one moment I took my eyes off him" and added that he "has not slept a wink" since the ordeal began.A relative said the family first realised that Rayan was missing when they heard his muffled crying around the well. They finally located him inside the hole in the ground with the help of a phone with its flashlight and camera on."He was crying 'lift me up'," the relative told Reuters.

The hole that Rayan fell into.
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The child had plunged 32m down a 45cm narrow hole that tapered as it went deeper

AP reported that the village is dotted with many such wells, which are used for irrigating cannabis crop that is a main source of income for the poor, remote region.Most of the wells have protective covers. The exact circumstances of how the boy fell into the well remain unclear.Nonetheless, the narrow structure made it impossible for the family to descend directly to save him.

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The rescue effort was a delicate operation and a race against time

The boy was alive and conscious, but the hilly region is known to be bitterly cold in winter and the extent of his injuries were unknown, with captured images showing dried blood across his face.Rescuers lowered food, water, and oxygen through a tube to the boy as they figured out how to retrieve him.However, the mission was hampered by fears of a landslide. Government spokesman Mustapha Baitas said the nature of the soil meant widening the hole was too dangerous, meaning a major excavation beside it was the only solution, reported Al Jazeera.

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For three days, rescue crews used bulldozers to dig a parallel hole to the depth of the well

Then on Friday, 4 February, they started digging a horizontal tunnel manually to reach the trapped boy.Despite being less than 2m away, the work was slow and difficult because of fears that the soil surrounding the well could collapse on the boy as well as the rescue workers.As the efforts dragged on, the child's fate drew an outpour of sympathy and support from all around the world.Moroccans took to social media to offer hope for the boy's survival, where the hashtag #SaveRayan trended on Twitter.Meanwhile, hundreds of villagers also gathered at the scene to wait with bated breath with Rayan's parents.

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Unfortunately, Rayan was found dead as rescuers cleared away the final handfuls of dirt to reach him on Saturday night, 5 February

According to AFP, the crowds that were singing and chanting with hope were in shock after news spread of the boy's death."The silence is terrible this morning in the village," a relative said.The news was announced by a royal statement, after King Mohammed VI called Rayan's parents with his condolences.The boy's body, wrapped in a yellow blanket after being carried out from the tunnel, was taken to a military hospital in Rabat. His parents were escorted in another ambulance.Messages of condolences and support for the family has continued to fill social media after the tragic conclusion to the rescue operation.

Rayan's parents leaving after their son's body is taken away by ambulance.
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In 2018, the world also waited anxiously as rescuers carried out a delicate plan to save 13 boys stuck in a 10km-long cave in Thailand:

                [PHOTOS] What Really Happened During The Thai Boys Rescue Mission In The Cave

The dangerous journey in and out of the cave took several hours over the course of three days.

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The First Woman In The World To Win Mathematics' Highest Prize Dies After Battling Cancer

Maryam Mirzakhani, an award-winning Iranian mathematician, passed away on 15 July after losing her battle with breast cancer at a hospital in the United States

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Reports say the 40-year-old's breast cancer had spread to her bones.Maryam had been diagnosed with breast cancer four years ago, a year before she became the first ever woman to win the prestigious Fields Medal.The Fields Medal, also known as the "Nobel Prize for Mathematics", is only awarded every four years to between two and four mathematicians under 40.

Maryan, who is of Iranian descent, was only 40. She was married to Jan Vondrák, a theoretical computer scientist.

She is survived by her husband and their daughter, Anahita.

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Born in 1977, Maryam, who was brought up in post-revolutionary Iran, earned a PhD at Harvard University in 2004, and later a professorship at Stanford. As a teenager, she won two gold medals in the International Mathematical Olympiad.In 2014, she finally ended the long wait for women in the mathematics community by winning the Fields Medal, which was first established in 1936.

The late professor, an inspiration for young female mathematicians, had dreamt of being a writer as a child

However, in a 2008 interview, she revealed why she took up maths instead."As a kid, I dreamt of becoming a writer. My most exciting pastime was reading novels; in fact, I would read anything I could find. I never thought I would pursue mathematics before my last year in high school."I grew up in a family with three siblings. My parents were always very supportive and encouraging. It was important for them that we have meaningful and satisfying professions, but they didn’t care as much about success and achievement. In many ways, it was a great environment for me, though these were hard times during the Iran-Iraq war."My older brother was the person who got me interested in science in general. He used to tell me what he learned in school. My first memory of mathematics is probably the time that he told me about the problem of adding numbers from 1 to 100."I think he had read in a popular science journal how Gauss solved this problem. The solution was quite fascinating for me. That was the first time I enjoyed a beautiful solution, though I couldn’t find it myself."

Following Maryam's passing, her friend and Nasa scientist, Firouz Naderi, posted on Instagram, saying: "A light was turned off today. It breaks my heart... gone far too soon,"

    Hoping for a day, that scientists destroy Cancer & not Cancer scientists A post shared by Firouz michael Naderi (@firouznaderi) on Jul 15, 2017 at 2:00am PDT

RIP Maryam Mirzakhani


Hannah Yeoh: 15,000 Child Marriages Took Place In Malaysia Within The Past Decade

About 15,000 child marriages have been recorded within the past 10 years, with Sarawak holding the highest number of cases

The statistics were based on recent findings by the Ministry of Women, Family, and Community Development between 2007-2017, said Deputy Minister Hannah Yeoh on 28 July, according to Sinar Harian.She stated that 10,000 of the underage marriages were Muslim while 4,999 couples were non-Muslim.

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She added that the ministry will be meeting with all of the women excos in the country to raise the minimum age for marriage

She also said that they will be ensuring the welfare of young couples who are in the situation."It is not only happening in Kelantan, it is happening in Sarawak where it is a tribal custom," she added.The controversial marriage between a 41-year-old man and an 11-year-old girl that took place in Kelantan on 18 June left many Malaysians shocked when the man was "allowed" to marry the girl under Islamic laws.Since then, the ministry has said that they are working on finding a long-term solution towards child marriage laws in Malaysia.

The controversial child marriage between an 11-year-old and 41-year-old man in Kelantan in June.
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Yeoh revealed that the ministry will be presenting their decision on child marriages at Parliament next week

Investigations into this matter in Malaysia is still ongoing as Yeoh said that the ministry wants to understand why the number of underage marriages are so high."Why are there parents allowing their children to marry as minors when caring for their children should be their responsibility?" she stated, according to The Malaysian Insight.

One of Pakatan Harapan's election promises was to "ensure the legal system protects women's rights and dignity" that included "introducing a law that sets 18 as the minimum age of marriage"

Under civil law, the minimum age for marriage is 18 and under state Islamic laws, boys can get married at 18 and girls at 16. However, the Syariah court has the authority to approve underage marriages and override the civil law.

Watch our video on child marriages in Malaysia here:

Here are some plausible reasons why child marriage is still a thing in Malaysia:

                5 Reasons Why Some People Still Get Away With Child Marriage In Malaysia

A broken justice system for the children.

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Remember The Punniest Thor Memes On Malaysian Internet? #TBT

1. What all of us can relate to on a blazing hot day

Thornetto meme. Cornetto is a branded frozen dessert cone manufactured by Unilever and marketed throughout the world under various company names, but with the same Heartbrand logo.
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2. Go to mamak and have a Thorsai

Thorsai meme. Tosai is a type of food usually served at mamaks in Malaysia.
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3. An an an, tottemo daisuki Thor-aemon!

Thor-aemon meme. Doraemon is a Japanese manga series created by Fujiko Fujio, which later became an anime series and an Asian franchise.
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4. "Hou Thor" (so many) Thor(s)

"Hou-Thor" means many in the Cantonese dialect.
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5. Your room smelling a little musty? No worries, Thorsty Hippo is here!

Thorsty Hippo meme.
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Thirsty Hippo is a brand of moisture absorber.
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6. Oh Thor, what long hair you have...

Thoreal meme. The L'Oréal Group is the world's largest cosmetics and beauty company.
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7. Never took Thor for an angel but he looks pretty thorrific!

Vic-thor-ia's secret meme. Victoria's Secret is the largest American retailer of lingerie and was founded by Roy Raymond in 1977.
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8. In case you're still wondering what hipsters look like...

Hipsthor meme.
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9. Fancy a Thor Tao?

Kor Tao means peanut in the Hokkien dialect.
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10. Thor-A The Explorer takes over Dora's exploration days, sorry Dora!

Thor-A The Explorer meme.
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Dora the Explorer is an American educational animated TV series created by Chris Gifford, Valerie Walsh, and Eric Weiner. Dora the Explorer became a regular series in 2000.
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11. The mosquithors that keep us up at night...

Mosqui-thor meme.
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12. Naik mo-thor?

Mo-thor meme.
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13. Mis-Thor Bean, is that you?

Mis-Thor Bean meme. Mr. Bean is a British situation comedy television programme series of fourteen 25-minute episodes written by and starring Rowan Atkinson as the title character.
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14. "Kothor 3.0" instead of Bersih 3.0

Kothor 3.0 meme. The Bersih 3.0 rally (also called Sit In rally or Duduk Bantah in Malay) was a demonstration in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia held on 28 April 2012.
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15. "You help me, I help you."

Malaysian Thor meme.
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16. In conclusion, Thor can become anything!

Thor memes.
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Woman Suffers Heart Failure After Taking A Weight Loss Product Bought From M'sian Seller

A woman in Singapore is now suffering from severe heart failure after consuming a weight loss product containing an undeclared banned substance, which she had purchased from an online seller based in Malaysia

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In an advisory issued on Monday, 3 June, the Singapore's Health Sciences Authority (HSA) said that the woman - who is in her 50s - developed an extremely fast heart rate (ventricular tachycardia) after consuming BB Body for three months, leading to a loss of consciousness that required resuscitation to save her life. Now suffering from severe heart failure, she has been implanted with a defibrillator to regulate her heart rhythm and requires long-term heart failure medication.

BB Body is one of four products that were highlighted in HSA's advisory, which it said contained dangerous medicinal ingredients and had caused "serious adverse reactions" in consumers

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The other products highlighted in the advisory are Bello Smaze and Choco Fit, both of which are marketed as weight loss products, as well as Seahorse Chop Du Zhong Ba Ji Wan, a health supplement which was found to contain a potent steroid.

Bello Smaze, which the HSA said contained sibutramine (an appetite suppressant), caused a woman in her 20s to develop palpitations and insomnia after taking it for four days. She also had suicidal thoughts in the short span of time.

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The woman, who had purchased the product from a local seller to lose weight, noted that a friend who recommended the product to her also experienced similar symptoms. In a separate case, another woman in her 30s developed palpitations after consuming Choco Fit - which also contained sibutramine - for two days.

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According to Professor Chan Cheng Leng, group director of HSA's Health Products Regulation Group, sibutramine can cause mood disturbances, hallucinations, heart attacks, and strokes

"Do not fall for claims or promises of quick weight loss when purchasing health products, whether they are sold online or in retail shops," Chan advised consumers. "Based on HSA’s enforcement operations, many of the weight loss products sold on e-commerce platforms without an established retail presence were found to contain the banned substance, sibutramine." HSA noted that BB Body, Bello Smaze, and Choco Fit were sold on various e-commerce and social media platforms, including Shopee, Instagram, and Facebook. They were often marketed as having "no side effects" or able deliver fast weight loss within days.

Meanwhile, a man in his 40s developed Cushing's syndrome after taking Seahorse Chop Du Zhong Ba Ji Wan, which he had purchased from a medical hall in Johor Bahru

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The man had taken the "supplement" for two months to relieve his arthritis. His condition, which the HSA noted is characterised by a 'moon face', thin limbs, thinning of skin, and easy bruising, was caused by dexamethasone, a potent steroid. HSA tests found that it also contained chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine for allergic reactions. Another red flag raised by HSA was the blister strips found in one box, which carried a different product name and was labelled '100% Natural Pure Herbal * Acti Fast'. HSA later discovered that it contained frusemide, a diuretic used to eliminate water and salt from the body.

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HSA cautioned consumers to stop taking the four aforementioned products immediately and advised them to consult a doctor immediately, especially if they had consumed the steroid-laden Seahorse Chop Du Zhong Ba Ji Wan

It also advised consumers to avoid purchasing health products from unfamiliar sources overseas, and exercise caution when buying such products online. "You cannot be certain where and how these products were made. They could potentially be counterfeits or contain undeclared ingredients which can seriously harm your health", it said. Sellers and suppliers are also ordered to stop selling the products immediately. You can read HSA's full report here.

Last year, Singapore's HSA banned two health products from Malaysia after they were found to contain life-threatening effects:

                These Two Malaysian Health Products Are Said To Have Life-Threatening Side Effects

The products claim to relieve pain.

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13 Pictures That Prove True Love Does Exist

These photos of Ahmad and Fatima, a young married couple who, despite Ahmad having no arms and Fatima having no legs, take care of each other

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The parents who tattooed insulin pumps on their bellies so their diabetic son wouldn’t feel “different”

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A man trying to find a kidney donor for his wife

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The man who is teaching his girlfriend the alphabet after she lost her memory

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This extaordinary story of this amazing couple that stuck together against all odds

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After 72 years of marriage, Norma and Gordon Yeager died in the hospital within one hour of each other. They died holding hands

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This man looking back on the times he spent with his wife on this bench

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This lady whose husband passed away but whom she still has lunch with every day

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This couple who have been together for 60 years by each other’s side

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Daniel’s surprise proposal

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These photos of grooms seeing their brides for the first time

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Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip’s 66-year marriage

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IKEA Damansara Is Temporarily Closed After A Suspected COVID-19 Case Involving A Staff

An employee, working on a part-time basis, at IKEA Damansara is under observation after suspected of being infected with COVID-19

In a statement today, 7 November, IKEA said that they were informed about the staff yesterday, 6 November, adding that the staff is "currently under the care of the authorities waiting to be tested".The part-timer was last on duty on 30 October, according to IKEA's statement.

IKEA Damansara will be temporarily closing for a day

"The health, safety, and overall well-being of our co-workers, customers, partners, and community are our top priorities. As a proactive precautionary measure, our store will be closed on 7 November to undergo sanitisation and deep cleaning, in accordance with the Ministry of Health's standards," read the statement."Our store will resume operations on 8 November.

IKEA stated that they will continue to do their part

According to the statement, the company will be doing this by securing all necessary preventive measures in their stores to ensure everyone's comfort and safety."These measures include MySejahtera App for contact tracing, social distancing markers, thermal scanners at all entry points and hand sanitising stations, among others," IKEA added.

The company did not provide any additional details about the staff.
Read the full statement here:

Remember to limit your movement and wash your hands often. Watch the latest update on the COVID-19 situation:


Perkasa Wants Students To Learn This New Subject On The Malaysian Constitution

Malay rights NGO, Perkasa, wants a subject on the fundamentals of the constitution to be taught in schools and local universities

Perkasa president Datuk Ibrahim Ali
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Speaking to reporters, Perkasa president Ibrahim Ali, said that the subject, 'Asas Perlembagaan', would help students better understand the country's history and constitution, as reported by Bernama recently. He also said that the new subject is important as it can teach students to respect and understand the special rights and privileges of the Malays and Bumiputera, as stipulated in the Malaysian constitution.

"This is important as many people, particularly the youngsters, often mention about the privileges of the Malays (and bumiputera) but a number of them are not aware what constitutes such privileges."

Secondary school Sejarah textbooks.
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Ibrahim Ali believes that a better understanding of the provision about Malay and Bumiputera rights in the constitution, would avoid any unnecessary arguments about the privileges and priorities given to Malays and Islam, which is the official religion of Malaysia. "If possible, let this subject be taught at the lower secondary level and later be extended to a higher level," added Ibrahim Ali, suggesting that Asas Perlembagaan can be absorbed into the History subject in schools and be taught as a standalone subject in tertiary education institutions.According to[Malay daily Utusan, he also said that civil servants and the public should be educated on matters of the constitution.

Ibrahim Ali is referring one of the most controversial articles in the Malaysian constitution, Article 153, which grants the Yang di-Pertuan Agong the responsibility to safeguard the special position of the Malays and natives Sabah and Sarawak

'Article 153: Reservation of quotas in respect of services, permits, etc., for Malays and natives of any of the States of Sabah and Sarawak' says that, "the Yang di-Pertuan Agong shall exercise his functions under this Constitution and federal law in such manner as may be necessary to safeguard the special position of the Malays and natives of any of the States of Sabah and Sarawak and to ensure the reservation for Malays and natives of any of the States of Sabah and Sarawak of such proportion as he may deem reasonable of positions in the public service (other than the public service of a State) and of scholarships, exhibitions and other similar educational or training privileges or special facilities given or accorded by the Federal Government and, when any permit or licence for the operation of any trade or business is required by federal law, then, subject to the provisions of that law and this Article, of such permits and licences."However, the same article also states that it does not derogate from the provisions of 'Article 136: Impartial treatment of federal employees', which basically says that people, regardless of their race, who are in the same grade in the service of the Federation, must be treated impartially, subject to the terms and conditions of their employment. Article 153 is one of the most heavily discussed provision in the constitution, but Article 10 (4) of the Constitution which guarantees Malaysians freedom of speech also permits the Parliament to prohibit the questioning of Article 153.

What do you think about Ibrahim Ali's suggestion? Let us know in the comment section below.

Just a few weeks ago, the Perkasa president urged local Malays to boycott establishments that are pro-LGBT:

                Perkasa Wants Muslims To Boycott Starbucks And Microsoft Because They're Pro-LGBT

The NGO wants the government to revoke these companies' operating licenses.

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8 Things You Didn't Know Could Affect Your Car's Resale Value

The used car market is a tricky one. While a group of secondhand cars may seem practically identical, their prices might vary dramatically. That’s because no two cars on the used market are the same.

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Many factors can affect your car's resale value and if you stay informed, you will be able to get the best bang for your buck:

1. Brand

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It's the painful truth for fans of exotic brands, or even certain models of local brands. The first name of a vehicle can have a tremendous effect on its resale value, regardless of the condition or quality of the vehicle in question.Honda, Toyota, and Perodua rank at the top in the mass-market for retaining higher resale, according to Carsome. Of course, values may vary due to the popularity and trends in the automobile market, always consult your car salesman for more info.

2. Be smart about accessories

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Your RM3,000 worth of subwoofers and amplifiers might seem cool to you, but it doesn't mean your potential buyer shares the same enthusiasm.It is common for car owners to think that they can recoup the cost of their add-ons at resale time, but they're often disappointed when a prospective buyer doesn't appreciate and isn't willing to pay the price for the aftermarket accessories they've installed on their vehicle.Instead, upgrade your ride with practical products like seat covers that could help maintain your car's value over time.

3. Paint colour

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Selling a car is like selling a house - the interior and exterior are very crucial to the value, which is why choosing the right paint colour is important.Stick to standard colours like black, white, or silver and steer clear of eccentric colours. According to Carsome, white cars means they tend to hold their value better in the secondary market, 5% more to be precise.

4. Mileage

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A lower mileage number typically translate to higher resale values. Your used car might be in mint condition, but don't be surprised if you're not getting the value you want for your car or if fewer buyers are interested if you put in 200,000km on your car.

5. Accidents

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This is a no-brainer. It's important to remember that accidents can negatively impact a vehicle's value, no matter how slight. Vehicle and exterior damage usually always impacts a car's price in a negative way. Avoid excessive speeds and erratic or irresponsible driving, and always pay attention to the roadway and weather conditions, no matter how short the trip.

6. Interior condition

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A clean, well-kept car wins over buyers from first glance - or smell. If you're a smoker, a dog or cat owner, or if you eat and drink in the car, you'll want to have the car cleaned and detailed before you sell it.Let's face it, an inexpensive set of new rubber floor mats can look much better than stained, torn, and worn factory mats.

7. Keep a good service record

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Service records can be valuable if you're selling your car. The more guesswork you can take out of a car's history, the higher the resale value you can command. Prove it's in great running condition and you follow closely on service dates - that includes tires, oil, and battery. By doing that, you'll pave the way to a quick sale at a good, fair price.

8. Supply and demand

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Supply and demand will always impact the value of a vehicle. In the past, for instance, the Proton Saga used to command a pretty solid resale price. But that all changed when Perodua released the Myvi, which is currently one of the best secondhand cars anyone can buy. Research and consult someone who knows the market well and you should be able to decide if you should sell your car now or hold it longer for a better price.

So, if you're planning to sell your car for the first time, do take note of these things and you should be good to go! :)

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LRT, MRT, Monorail, And Other Rapid KL Services Will Be Extended For New Year Celebrations

The operating hours of Mass Rapid Transit (MRT),  Light Rail Transit (LRT), Rapid Transit Bus (BRT), and Rapid KL Bus for some stations will be extended for the 2018 New Year's Eve celebrations

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Rapid KL released a statement yesterday, 26 December, with the details on the extension of services. The Sri Petaling LRT services for Masjid Jamek and Bandaraya stations will be extended until 2am on Monday, 1 January 2018. As for the Kelana Jaya LRT line, the operating hours for KLCC and Masjid Jamek stations will be extended until 2am, while Pasar Seni, Ampang Park, and USJ 7 stations will end its service at 1am. MRT SBK line's Bukit Bintang, Mutiara Damansara, and Pasar Seni stations' services will end at 1am. Monorail Bukit Bintang station's services will be available until 1am on Monday. BRT Sunway line's Mentari, SunMed, SunU-Monash, South Quay-USJ 1, and the USJ 7 station's services will cease operation at 1am while Sunway Lagoon and Sunway-Setia Jaya stations's services will end at 2am.

Rapid KL's bus services for these stops will be extended until 2am:

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Prasarana also advised commuters to use their MyRapid Touch N' Go cards, the car park facilities at Park & Ride, and comply with the authorities's instructions when using the train and bus services on the 31 December

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Enjoy your new year celebrations, everyone! Stay safe! :)

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Try Out These 10 Camera Modes On Your Huawei P30 Series, Including A New Dual-View Feature

Still on the fence whether you should get a new Huawei P30 Series smartphone?

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The Huawei P30 Series is packed with camera features for you to explore. Thanks to its camera software and Leica lenses, the Huawei P30 Series can even take shots that rival a DSLR camera. So if you love taking photos and videos with your smartphone, the Huawei P30 Series may be the right choice for you!

Check out these 10 camera modes on your Huawei P30 Series:

1. Dual-View Video Mode: Film both close-up and wide videos at the same time

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One of Huawei's newest camera functions is the Dual-View video mode. Using both the ultra-wide angle lens and superzoom lens at the same time, your Huawei P30 Series allows you to capture two scenes at once - wide and close-up. If you're familiar with video production, you'll know that you usually need to use multiple cameras or repeat a scene multiple times to get both wide and close-up footage. The Dual-View video mode makes your life easier by taking two shots at once!

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How to use:Turn on [Camera] > Scroll to [More] > Select [Dual-View Video] > Start recordingZoom mode is supported in the Dual-View Video feature

2. SuperZoom Mode: Zoom in up to 50 times

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Want to take a shot of a cheeky monkey sitting on colourful stairs, but afraid to go too near it? No worries, the Huawei P30 Series has got you covered with its SuperZoom function.

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The new 8MP periscope telephoto lens in the Huawei P30 Pro offers 5x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom, and 50x digital zoom. As you can see from the photos above, you can capture a lot of the details from afar, including the monkey's fur and even the fruit it's eating. One netizen even mentioned that the Huawei P30 Pro should be called a "telescope smartphone!"

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How to use:Turn on [Camera] > Adjust the zoom with two fingersThe maximum zoom adjustment is 30x for Huawei P30 and 50x for Huawei P30 Pro

3. 'PRO' Mode: Bump up the ISO in to preserve every detail, even when you're in the dark

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Most of the time, when you take a photo with your smartphone in a dark room, you'll probably end up with a black picture. This is because most smartphones aren't equipped to handle photo taking in the dark.However, Huawei has rewritten the colour sensing rule from RGGB to RYYB to help absorb more light in your images. The light sensitivity of Huawei P30 reaches ISO 204800, and the P30 Pro reaches ISO 409600. That means even after you blow out the birthday cake candle, your smartphone can still capture the unseen in the dark.

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How to use:Turn on [Camera] > Swipe to [PRO] modeThe maximum ISO for Huawei P30 Pro is 409600

4. Silky Water Mode: Take stunning long-exposure shots

Photos taken with Huawei P30 Pro
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Long exposure shots like these can usually only be taken with DSLR cameras. The good news is that Huawei has introduced a Silky Water photograph mode that allows you to capture long exposure shots without even using a tripod. This is in large part thanks to Huawei's new anti-shake features.

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How to use:Turn on [Camera] > Scroll to [More] > Select [Light Painting] > Choose [Silky Water]

5. Macro Shooting Mode: Capture details unseen to the naked eye

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The Huawei P30 Series features the same ultra-wide angle and 2.5cm super macro mode that users loved in the Mate 20 Series. Explore different views from a broader perspective and discover the spectacular macro world with this unique camera mode.

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How to use:Turn on [Camera] > Scroll to [More] > Select [Super Macro]

6. Monochrome Mode: Express your stories in black and white

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Some of you may remember Huawei launching the first P9 Series in 2016, bringing about a monochrome trend across the world. Now, the Huawei P30 Series is back again with a refreshed, upgraded Monochrome mode for you to express your creativity.

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How to use:Turn on [Camera] > Scroll to [More] > Select [Monochrome]Choose from these four photograph modes: normal, aperture, portrait, and pro

7. Aperture Mode: Get the perfect bokeh effect

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Aperture is a camera mode that allows you to highlight the subject you want while blurring the background. If you're familiar with photography, the lower the aperture, the more bokeh (or blur) effect you can get - resulting in a professional looking shot.The Huawei P30 has an aperture of f/1.8, while the P30 Pro has upgraded the aperture to f/1.6.

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How to use:Turn on [Camera] > Scroll to [Aperture]Adjust focal length, focus point, and aperture level according to the scene

8. Potrait Mode: Take impressive portraits

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Want to show off the new blouse you just bought? Or want to strike a pose for a new profile photo? Now, anyone can have beautiful portraits with stunning scenery. Just try out the portrait mode in your Huawei P30 Series.The Huawei P30 Pro's TOF Camera in portrait mode will measure the depth of object with accuracy, while highlighting and sharpening your features to perfection thanks to the AIS Long Exposure Shot.

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How to use:The cool thing about Huawei P30 Series is that it's able to identify if you're taking a portrait shot and turn on the portrait mode automatically. You can also turn on the [Camera] and scroll to [Portrait] mode manually if you prefer.

9. HDR Mode: Bring out the best in all your photos

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The HDR camera mode captures three shots continuously in different brightness to form the perfect photo. It balances the brightness and darkness, avoids overexposure, and highlights the details in the dark, making it perfect for textural or scenic shots.

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How to use:Huawei P30 Series is able to identify the scene and automatically turn on HDR if needed. To turn on manually, go to [Camera], scroll to [More], and select [HDR].

10. Selfie Mode: Snap perfect selfies every time with the 32MP Front Camera

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Last but not least, what good is a smartphone without a selfie camera? The 32MP front camera on Huawei P30 Pro will intelligently recognise you and produce amazing looking selfies by contouring your face with accurate brightness and sharpness.

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How to use:Turn on [Camera] > Switch to selfie mode > Adjust settings accordingly

Ready to explore all the different camera modes on your Huawei P30 Series? Pick up your smartphone and start shooting now to win amazing prizes!

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You could be in the running to win up to USD20,000 and a brand new Huawei P30 Pro smartphone when you join the Next Image photography contest. Find out more about how you can stand a chance to win on their website.

The Huawei P30 Series is now available nationwide and is retailing for RM2,699 for the P30, and RM3,799 for the P30 Pro

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You can get your new Huawei P30 Series smartphone from any Huawei Brand Store, major telco company, or online.In conjunction with Ramadan, purchase a Huawei P30 on the official online store to get a free Wireless Charging Case and a Huawei Wireless Charger. Also, you can get a free Huawei Talkband B5 worth RM599 when you buy a Huawei P30 Pro.On top of that, any purchases that exceed the amount of RM1,500 will also provide you a lucky draw chance to win a pair of return flight tickets to Tokyo, Japan!


"Masa Kecil Dulu Tak Dapat Beli" - Suami Terharu Isteri Hadiahkan Mainan Digimon Idaman

Sejak kecil kita pasti mempunyai barang mainan kesukaan tetapi tidak dapat memilikinya kerana terlalu mahal bukan?

Namun, bukan semua orang dapat memiliki apa yang mereka mahu daripada ibu bapa. Jadi, sudah pasti ada keinginan untuk memiliki barang tersebut apabila sudah mempunyai duit nanti.Tidak kiralah mainan apa sekali pun, kalau dah suka dan berkenan memang sanggup kumpul duit untuk mendapatkannya.Sama seperti video yang tular di TikTok baru-baru ini apabila seorang lelaki mendapat kejutan daripada isteri yang membelikan mainan idamannya sejak kecil lagi.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @chubbylullaby29 Sy hadiahkan apa yg awk suka. wlpn ia xsemahal dgn apa yg awk bg pd sy.Tp cukup buat awk happy, awk dpt apa yg awk suka.  ##fyp ##HadiahAnnvsryAwlSbln  JAB SE MERA DIL - Sachiin J Joshi & Nargis Fakhri & Navneet Kaur Dhillon & Ali Asgar Agha & Vivan Bhathena & Mona Singh & Sabina Chema & Monisha Haseen & Tara Devani & David Broughton

Suami terus menangis lepas tengok hadiah yang diberi oleh isteri

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan si isteri telah membuat kejutan sempena hari ulang tahun perkahwinan mereka yang ke-7.Si isteri kemudian memberikan hadiah permainan Digimon kepada suaminya dan secara tiba-tiba lelaki itu menangis selepas melihat hadiah yang diberikan.Rupa-rupanya itu adalah permainan yang diinginkan suami sejak kecil lagi tetapi tidak pernah berkesempatan untuk memilikinya. Dia juga tidak menyangka yang si isteri akan menghadiahkan permainan idamannya itu sebagai hadiah ulang tahun mereka.Lihat sambungan video penuh itu di bawah:

  @chubbylullaby29 Reply to @admaahdhan09  Hadiah digimon. Suami minat mainan2 lama yg dulu masa kecik2 dia xpernah dpt.  original sound  - Annyss0phillea

"Bukan senang lelaki nak menangis. Semoga bahagia ya" - Warganet

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati warganet juga turut tersentuh hati melihat reaksi lelaki itu yang sebak menerima hadiah daripada isteri.Malah, ada juga yang memahami dengan keinginan lelaki itu yang sudah lama mahukan mainan tersebut. Ada juga yang menganggap bukan semua lelaki mudah mengalirkan air mata.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 5,753 likes, 256 comments dan 45 shares di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Tak kisahlah hadiah apa, yang penting ikhlas kan? ;)

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Tips Jimatkan Cecair Pencuci Pinggan Di Rumah Guna Garam. Save & Double Up Sabun Anda!

Perasan tak sabun pencuci pinggan kat rumah sentiasa cepat habis... Tak sampai sebulan memang dah habis satu botol. Kena pergi beli lagi sabun pencuci pinggan...

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Tak payah risau lagi sebab kita ada tips yang berguna daripada seorang pemilik akaun Twitter, @AinulNunanaa. Gadis ini berkongsi cara nak jimatkan sabun pencuci pinggan di rumah. Beli satu double up jadi dua. Fuh, power, memang jimat ni!

Jom follow tips daripada saudari Ainul!

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Langkah 1: Bahagikan sabun cecair pencuci pinggan anda kepada dua botol. Kemudian masukkan dua sudu garam ke dalam setiap botol. Tunggu sehingga sebati.

Setiap pencuci sabun sememangnya mempunyai komponen utama iaitu sodium (Na) yang dikenali juga sebagai garam. Salah satu sebab kita tambahkan garam supaya garam itu cair dalam larutan sabun kemudian jadikan cecair itu lebih pekat.

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Langkah 2: Isi air sampai penuh dan goncangkan.

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Anda mesti tertanya-tanya kenapa perlu letak garam?

Menurut salah seorang pemilik akaun Twiiter @aiman_ideris, sabun akan jadi lebih berkesan jika ditambah dengan garam. Setiap pencuci sabun sememangnya mempunyai komponen utama iaitu sodium (Na) yang dikenali juga sebagai garam. Salah satu sebab kita tambahkan garam supaya garam itu cair dalam larutan sabun kemudian jadikan cecair itu lebih pekat.

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Settle! Lebih banyak dan lebih jimat bukan? Satu botol jadi dua botol! Masa cuci pun senang, pinggan, mangkuk, periuk belanga anda bersih dan berkilat! Fuyooo...

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Laa macamni rupanya, selama ni campur je dengan air...

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Barulah confident masa masak...

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Jom kenali jenis-jenis pisau ini supaya tak keliru lagi!

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'Tak Perlu Bangun Awal & Tiada Exam' - 10 Sebab Sistem Pendidikan Finland Terbaik Di Dunia

Sejak dari dulu lagi, sistem persekolahan di Malaysia terlalu mementingkan markah di atas kertas

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Penubuhan Jawatankuasa Kajian Dasar Pendidikan Negara (JKKDPN) yang dipengerusikan oleh Prof Emeritus Dato Ibrahim Ahmad Bajunid dan 11 orang lagi pakar pelbagai bidang bagi menyemak dan mengemukakan saranan untuk meningkatkan kualiti sistem pendidikan di Malaysia hujung tahun lalu merupakan inisiatif penambahbaikan yang sangat diperlukan negara ini.Di saat media luar negara sibuk bercakap tentang keperluan pendidikan yang lebih menyeluruh dan manusiawi serta kemunculan trend global homeschooling yang mula dipraktikkan ibu bapa di Malaysia, sistem persekolahan di Malaysia masih terlalu mementingkan markah di atas kertas dan membebankan pelajar dengan silibus yang terlalu terkehadapan berbanding usia.

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Finland adalah contoh negara yang mengubah sistem pendidikan mereka ke arah yang lebih sihat. Tanpa berniat untuk mengungguli carta pencapaian pelajar, mereka berjaya mencapainya dengan sistem pendidikan yang lebih holistik.

Berikut adalah 10 sebab mengapa sistem pendidikan Finland dilihat sebagai antara yang terbaik di dunia:

1. Tiada ujian seragam

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Ujian seragam seperti UPSR, PMR dan SPM sering dilihat sebagai cara mudah untuk mengukur kefahaman subjek seorang pelajar. Membulatkan jawapan objektif dan menjawab soalah yang diramalkan dilihat sebagai ukuran penguasaan pelajar. Akhirnya, pelajar akan belajar untuk mengejar kelulusan ujian dan guru akan mengajar dengan tujuan agar pelajar lulus ujian. Tujuan pembelajaran sebenar entah dicapai atau tidak.Finland tidak mempunyai ujian seragam melainkan National Matriculation Exam, iaitu ujian sukarela untuk pelajar di peringkat sekolah menengah atas. Semua kanak-kanak di Finland digredkan secara individu dan sistem penggredan ditetapkan oleh guru mereka. Pun begitu, Kementerian Pendidikan mereka tetap menyemak perkembangan keseluruhan dengan cara menguji sebilangan pelajar daripada pelbagai jenis sekolah.

2. Guru tidak ‘diawasi’ dengan ketat

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Banyak yang menyalahkan guru apabila berlaku sesuatu dan kadangkala ianya wajar. Tetapi di Finland, disebabkan standard yang tinggi untuk menjadi seorang guru, tiada keperluan untuk mengadakan sistem pemarkahan guru yang ketat.Semua guru dikehendaki memiliki ijazah sarjana sebelum memasuki kerjaya tersebut. Jurusan perguruan merupakan jurusan paling ketat dan terpilih di seluruh negara. Sekiranya seorang guru tidak berfungsi dengan baik, pengetua yang bertanggungjawab melakukan sesuatu mengenainya. Ini bermakna pengawasan guru bukanlah atas pemeriksaan birokrasi dan ujian seragam. Ia ditangani secara individu.

3. Kerjasama, bukan persaingan

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Sistem pendidikan Finland tidak seperti di negara lain yang mementingkan persaingan. Tiada senarai sekolah atau guru yang berprestasi tinggi. Ia bukan persekitaran untuk persaingan, sebaliknya menggalakkan kerjasama.Bahkan mereka juga tidak berniat untuk berada di kemuncak perbandingan antara pendidikan negara-negara maju. Ironinya, sikap tidak mempedulikan status ini telah meletakkan mereka teratas di peringkat antarabangsa.

4. Mengutamakan yang asas

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Tumpuan kepada markah ujian dan kefahaman dalam matematik dan sains selalu membuatkan kita terlupa apa yang membentuk suasana pembelajaran dan pelajar yang bahagia, harmoni dan sihat.Program yang dijalankan Finland memberi tumpuan kepada yang asas. Ia bukan tentang menguasai pelajaran dan mendapat markah tinggi. Sebaliknya, mereka mahu membuat persekitaran sekolah menjadi tempat yang menggalakkan kesaksamaan.Sejak reformasi pendidikan pada tahun 1980-an, pendidik di Finland telah memberi tumpuan untuk menjadikan asas-asas berikut sebagai keutamaan:Pendidikan harus menjadi instrumen untuk mengimbangkan ketidaksamaan sosialSemua pelajar menerima makanan sekolah percuma.Kemudahan akses kepada penjagaan kesihatan.Kaunseling psikologiPanduan diberikan berdasarkan individuPerkara ini mungkin kedengaran remeh tetapi memberikan kanak-kanak permulaan yang saksama bererti Finland dapat menangani segala masalah sosio-ekonomi (pengangguran, keciciran daripada sekolah, jenayah dan salah laku sosial) yang lahir dengan ketidaksamaan sosial. Setiap anak, baik yang miskin mahupun kaya bersekolah dan bersosial dalam persekitaran yang sama, tiada sekolah swasta untuk anak si kaya dan sekolah kerajaan yang daif untuk anak si miskin.

5. Memulakan sekolah pada usia lebih besar

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Pelajar bermula bersekolah pada usia tujuh tahun. Bukan enam, atau lima. Meskipun tadika untuk kanak-kanak 6 tahun disediakan, kehadiran bukanlah wajib. Mereka diberikan kebebasan sewaktu zaman perkembangan kanak-kanak untuk tidak dipaksa melalui pendidikan wajib. Mereka membiarkan kanak-kanak bersikap seperti kanak-kanak.Terdapat hanya 9 tahun persekolahan yang wajib dihadiri kanak-kanak Finland. Pendidikan setelah kelas kesembilan atau pada usia 16 adalah atas pilihan.Jika dilihat dari sudut psikologi sahaja, ini adalah kebebasan yang ideal. Para pelajar tidak berasa seperti mereka tersekat dalam penjara. Finland membebaskan mereka daripada tempoh persekolahan yang dipaksakan dan sebaliknya memilih untuk menyediakan pelajar untuk dunia sebenar.Di Malaysia, tidak menghantarkan anak ke tadika sahaja boleh menjadi punca dikecam ibu bapa lain bahkan guru darjah satu sendiri. Disebabkan tekanan untuk memastikan pelajar dapat mengikuti pelajaran darjah satu yang agak terkehadapan, kanak-kanak seawal usia 5 dan 6 tahun sudah diharap dapat mengenal huruf.

6. Menyediakan pilihan profesional selain ijazah universiti biasa

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Bagi kebanyakan negara, aliran pendidikan tradisional kebiasaannya melibatkan persekolahan dan kemudian melanjutkan pelajaran ke kolej atau universiti. Sama ada kita mahu mengakuinya ataupun tidak, sebenarnya tidak semua orang perlu memasuki kolej atau universiti. Ramai pelajar yang melanjutkan pelajaran dengan mengambil ijazah dalam jurusan yang tidak bermakna kepada mereka dan terpaksa menanggung hutang yang melampau.Finland menyelesaikan masalah ini dengan menawarkan pilihan yang masih menguntungkan bagi pelajar yang meneruskan pendidikan mereka. Universiti dan politeknik merupakan dua pilihan bagi pelajar. Kedua-duanya diiktiraf tinggi secara profesional dan layak bersaing dalam kerjaya.Bagi kita, bersekolah sekadar di peringkat menengah merupakan satu kelemahan sedangkan di negara-negara Scandinavia, bersekolah sehingga peringkat menengah dan memasuki politeknik tidak dipandang rendah dalam masyarakat kerana ia sudah menjadi kebiasaan.

7. Pelajar tidak perlu bangun awal untuk bersekolah

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Terkejar-kejar bersarapan, menunggu bas atau mengayuh basikal pada awal pagi, di samping waktu untuk perhimpunan pagi dan program kokurikulum; kesemuanya mengambil masa pelajar yang banyak. Hasilnya, pelajar akan mengantuk dan penat untuk dididik.Pelajar di Finland biasanya bermula waktu persekolahan sekitar jam 9:00 – 9:45 pagi. Kajian menunjukkan bahawa permulaan terlalu awal boleh menjejaskan kesejahteraan, kesihatan, dan kematangan pelajar. Sekolah-sekolah Finland bermula agak lambat dan kebiasaannya berakhir sekitar 2:00 – 2:45 petang. Mereka mempunyai tempoh kelas yang lebih lama dan waktu rehat yang lebih panjang di antaranya.

8. Arahan yang konsisten daripada guru yang sama

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Bilangan guru dan pelajar dalam kelas di Finland agak sedikit berbanding negara lain. Pelajar di Finland kebiasaannya mempunyai guru yang sama sepanjang enam tahun pendidikan mereka. Pada masa ini, guru mengambil peranan seperti seorang mentor atau ahli keluarga. Selama bertahun-tahun, kepercayaan dan ikatan dibina supaya kedua-dua pihak mengenali dan menghormati satu sama lain.Keperluan dan gaya pembelajaran berbeza mengikut individu. Guru-guru Finland mengenal pasti keperluan  pelajar mereka. Mereka boleh mencatat dengan tepat dan mengawasi perkembangan mereka serta membantu mereka mencapai matlamat mereka. Tiada istilah lepas tangan kepada guru yang lain.

9. Suasana yang lebih santai

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Kurang tekanan, kurang jadual, sebaliknya lebih panduan. Pelajar biasanya hanya belajar beberapa subjek dalam sehari. Mereka mempunyai masa beberapa kali untuk makan, menikmati aktiviti rekreasi dan berehat. Terdapat waktu rehat sekitar 15-20 minit beberapa kali dalam sehari.Persekitaran sebegini juga diperlukan guru. Bilik guru yang disediakan juga membolehkan mereka berehat dan bersantai, bersedia untuk pelajaran atau untuk bersosial. Guru juga manusia dan memerlukan istirahat supaya dapat bekerja dengan baik.

10. Kurang kerja rumah dan tugasan luar

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Menurut OECD, pelajar di Finland mempunyai jumlah kerja rumah dan tugasan luar yang paling sedikit berbanding pelajar lain di dunia. Mereka hanya menghabiskan masa setengah jam untuk kerja rumah. Pelajar Finland juga tidak menghadiri tuisyen. Namun, mereka mengalahkan budaya pendidikan yang mementingkan kelas tambahan dan kerja rumah di samping mengelakkan tekanan perasaan kepada pelajar.Pelajar Finland mendapat semua yang mereka perlukan di sekolah tanpa tekanan tambahan untuk berlumba mendapat markah cemerlang dalam sesuatu subjek. Tanpa perlu risau tentang gred dan kerja rumah, mereka dapat memberi tumpuan kepada tugas sebenar mereka – belajar dan berkembang sebagai manusia.

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3 Places You Can Swap Out Old Clothes For New Ones Without Spending Any Money

In need of a wardrobe overhaul, but cash is a little tight?

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Instead of scraping the bottom of your piggybank for money to spend, look towards style swaps instead.
Here are three places where you can get a new wardrobe for practically no fee:

1. The Swap Project

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The Swap Project  (TSP) was launched in late 2018 by Jayda Chong and Jamie Choy, two young women who "are passionate about sustainability in a fashionable way". TSP has hosted a variety of themed "swap parties", including one for Christmas and Hari Raya. It boasts a collection of clothing with sizes ranging from XS to XXL.Their rules are simple: bring a minimum of five pieces of clean clothing, pick what you want from the rack, try it out, then bring them home! Follow The Swap Project on Facebook to find out more. Take note that certain events have entry fees.

2. Style Swap Malaysia

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Some clothing I've taken in a style swap party.
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Style Swap Malaysia functions more as a platform to bring together fashionistas who are interested in hosting their own 'swap parties'.The Facebook group has been around since 2017, and multiple swap parties have been hosted by various members since then. Each swap fulfils a niche category because it is hosted by different members. You can even join and plan your own swap party as well.Join the Facebook group to find out more.

3. Beli Nothing Project (BNP)

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Some clothing I've given out in BNP.
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This is more of a bonus addition, as BNP does not do swaps. It is actually a Facebook group dedicated to buying nothing and freely giving.There are a few BNP groups, its biggest one being the Klang Valley-based version. You can find separate groups dedicated to various areas as well.Be sure to read the rules before you start taking or gifting!Find the Facebook group here.

Meanwhile, if you have really old clothing that needs to be thrown away, here are places to consider:

                5 Places In Klang Valley That Will Recycle Your Old, Tattered Clothing

These companies will accept old clothing of any brand.

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I Tested This Mopping Robot Vacuum In My Dusty Malaysian House To See If It Sucks... Well

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Whether you live in a landed property or high-rise in Malaysia, dust collecting in your home is probably inevitable

It can be a pain to constantly spend all your time keeping your home dust-free (unless this actually makes you happy, then go for it!). But if you're anything like me, you might prefer to spend time doing other things.

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Robot vacuums are meant to help reduce the amount of cleaning you need to do on a day-to-day basis, allowing you to relax on the couch or do whatever else you want.

I recently tested out the Ecovacs Deebot N8 Pro, which is a robot vacuum that also functions as a mop, and here's my honest review

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At first glance, the device looks sleek and sturdy. I actually didn't expect it to feel as heavy-duty as it did. But it's great since it gently knocks into items every day and needs to be able to withstand constant usage. It's just one of those devices that you buy to help make your life more convenient. And if you end up needing to fix it often because it doesn't last, then it kinda defeats the purpose.

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The device comes with a charging port, two side brushes, a reusable microfiber cleaning cloth (for mopping), as well as disposable cleaning cloths. It also comes with a two-pin and three-pin plug point, which is not bad – just for options, ya know?

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The dustbin box is located just beneathe the top lid and is easy to remove from the device

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All you need to do is lift the handle, remove the box, and press a button to dispose of the dust inside.

This is a plus point because I've read that it can be quite difficult to remove dustbin boxes in some vacuums and dust just ends up flying everywhere instead.

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The water reservoir is on the side of the device and it's also easy to attach and remove

There's a slot where the microfiber cloth hooks on and it's made of a material that can easily stick to the bottom – almost velcro-like. So far, there have been no issues with the cloth and it's quite easy to remove and wash.

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Underneath the device, you'll find the vacuum brush area, which is detachable as well.

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If you follow the instructions in the manual and app, setting up the device is straightforward

It did, however, take me awhile to figure out how to connect the robot vacuum to the ECOVACS app. Something to take note of: your connected network needs to be a 2.4G or 2.4/5G mixed network.Once you're connected, you can let it start cleaning.Through the app, you can customise areas in your house that you want to be cleaned or just let the vacuum do its thing. Optionally, you can schedule it to clean at certain times of the day.It also has a mapping function, which allows the device to record up to three floor plans. This feature is pretty handy for the long term because it's meant to increase the cleaning efficiency so that it's not aimlessly bouncing around everywhere each time you use it.

I live in a house facing a busy main road so cleaning regularly is needed. It gets really dusty every two days.Here's an example of the amount of dust it collected with just one usage:

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The device is able to mop and vacuum at one go and if it's on the mopping function, it will automatically avoid carpets and rugs. It can detect doorsills and stairs up to 20mm but you're advised to put something to block them off.

Out of curiosity and wanting to test this feature, I didn't block any steps in my house and it was still pretty clever in knowing to avoid them.But just as a precaution, block them off to avoid mishaps.

This model comes with an Anti-Collision Bumper and TrueMapping Distance Sensor, allowing it to detect objects from as near as 4.5cm to 30cm. It's also supposed to slow down in low-light or darker areas so that it doesn't crash into anything – I noticed that it did slow down, especially under my bed and cupboard where it was pretty dark.If you want more convenience, this model is compatible with the Auto-Empty Station, an additional accessory where it can automatically empty the dustbin once it's full.

The Deebot N8 Pro costs RM1,599.
Should you get this robot vacuum? Here are some things to take note of:

- Setting up was simple enough but took a few attempts. I think this would probably apply to any new device. - It worked well to avoid steps and inclinations but you should still set up a boundary just in case.- Floor maps can be altered if you want.- Be careful with tassels on rugs and carpets because they might get stuck or dragged by the vacuum. Just fold in any tassels or loose ends on rugs, or place them elsewhere. - You will need to remove the water reservoir plate if you want it to vacuum a carpet. Otherwise, it will automatically avoid the carpet in mopping mode.- You can adjust the water flow and vacuum power. And when mopping, you can put it in quiet mode.- If you have long hair or live with people who do, you might notice that strands collect on the vacuum brush. This was pretty easy to clean but maintenance is just something you should take note of anyway when buying a robot vacuum.

Hair strands on the vacuum brush.
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- It's convenient because it can easily clean under beds and cupboards. If your furniture height is too low, it may not be able to fit. I didn't really face issues with this though. And if the device is any slimmer, it might mean needing to sacrifice something else like the dustbin may need to be smaller, for example.- For its price, keep in mind that you are getting a vacuuming device that also has a mopping function. While it's great at cleaning the whole house, one thing I really wish it could do is to climb stairs! :P

With that said, a robot vacuum is not meant to replace manual vacuuming and mopping, which achieves more thorough results. However, it's still a good purchase if you just need daily cleaning, especially if you have pets or babies.

It may also help to reduce the number of times you need to clean the house. For example, if you usually vacuum and mop twice a week, maybe if you regularly use a robot vacuum, that can be reduced to just once a week or once in two weeks.You can get this model on Lazada and Shopee.

For more robot vacuum options, check out this list:

                9 Robot Vacuum Cleaners To Get Online So You Can Relax On The Couch

Keep your home dust-free with just the press of a button.

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If you're looking for a cordless vacuum, here are some suggestions as well:

                9 Highly Recommended Cordless Vacuum Cleaners You Can Get Online

It's spring cleaning time.

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FashionValet Is Having A Slash Sale To Celebrate Their 8th Birthday

FashionValet is turning lucky number 8 this year! In celebration of this momentous occasion, they're having a special birthday sale.

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Enjoy slash sales starting from today until Sunday, 18 November 2018

Now you can shop for everything at five fixed price points: RM88, RM188, RM288, RM388, and RM488.Check out our top picks:

1. This Thavia Elle cape dress is a modern take on the iconic LBD

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Normal price is RM150, you can now get it for just RM88! Check it out here.

2. A cute off-shoulder top from EDNA in mint is both classy and sexy

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Normal price is RM249, you can now get it for just RM188! Check it out here.

3. The 'Crazy Rich Asians' beauty chapter set in collaboration with dUCk Cosmetics to create that super glam look

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The 'Crazy Rich Asians' Set includes:All-Eye-Ask Eyeshadow Smokey PalettePrime Time Face Primer in Matte About YouLipstickWitU in Earthy RachelGlossip Girl Lip Gloss in Sincerely CeceMatte Decisions Lip Cream in Simply PaigeNormal price is RM350, you can now get it for just RM288! Check it out here.

4. Exclusively on FashionValet, the Marcelle top with ruffled sleeves from Innai Red is just stunning

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Normal price is RM706, you can now get it for just RM388! Check it out here.

5. Also from Innai Red, we can't get enough of this gorgeous maxi dress with ruffles

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Normal price is RM1,508, you can now get it for just RM488! Check it out here.

Finally, get the limited edition FV HUAT AH t-shirt, available in black and white!

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What are you waiting for? Enjoy slash sales with FashionValet now! HUAT AH!

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Read more from our partner, FashionValet:

                [QUIZ] Tell Us How Quirky You Are And We'll Guess Your Holiday Style

Are you more Funky Fun or Basic Black?

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                Malaysian Women Tell Us The Sexist Comments They Are Most Sick Of Hearing

Enough already!

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                10 Life-Changing Things That Happened To Malaysia So Far This Year

*sings Negaraku with pride*

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"Calon Isteri Tak Pandai Masak" - Reaksi Win Seorang Ibu Ini Akan Buatkan Anda Tersentap

Sebelum melangkah ke alam perkahwinan, banyak perkara yang perlu anda titikberatkan. Terutamanya untuk mengetahui lebih dalam tentang calon yang bakal anda kahwini.

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Mungkin calon yang bakal anda nikahi mempunyai banyak kekurangan dan kelebihan yang tidak seperti yang anda impikan. Namun, jika dia mempunyai cukup sifat seorang suami dan isteri yang selama ini anda cari dan saling mencintai, perkara itu boleh diketepikan dan belajar bersama-sama.Salah satunya adalah jika calon isteri anda tidak tahu memasak.

Seorang pengguna Twitter iaitu @dalila165 telah berkongsi reaksi jawapan 'win' seorang emak tentang isu 'Calon isteri tidak pandai memasak' dan telah mendapat lebih 11k 'retweets'

Perkongsian tersebut juga sedikit sebanyak telah membuka mata setiap individu yang telah berkahwin mahupun yang masih dalam perancangan untuk mendirikan rumahtangga.Baca penuh di bawah:

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Apabila ditanya kenapa dia masih melakukan semua kerja-kerja tersebut jika ianya adalah tugas seorang suami, ini jawapannya...

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Wanita tersebut menerangkan apa maksud sebenar di sebalik 'nafkah' yang sering disebut-sebut oleh orang ramai

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"Selama ini lelaki salah faham dan sepatutnya berterima kasih kepada wanita kerana walaupun semua itu bukan tugas mereka, mereka masih melakukannya kerana ingin mendapatkan keredhaan suami."

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Ketahuilah bahawa jodoh itu adalah daripada Allah SWT. Semoga pesanan di atas dapat mengubah persepsi setiap individu yang bakal berkahwin mahupun yang sudah berkahwin.

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A Crying Postman, 3 Arrests, And A Story That Gets More Confusing As It Unfolds

A postman has been arrested for alleged fraud after collecting funds through social media amidst claims of no Aidilfitri bonus this year

Along with the 22-year-old postman, two others have been arrested for collecting a total of RM5,000 in donation from social media users, according to a Bernama report dated 22 May.The three individuals are said to be under remand for three days, ending Monday, 25 May.

What happened?

On Monday, 18 May, local media including SAYS reported on a viral story about a postman who broke down after learning that there wouldn't be any bonus this year amidst the coronavirus-impacted economy.The Pos Malaysia employee was seen in photos sitting under the rain by a roadside in Penang.Moved by the postman's plight, Malaysians launched an online petition on Change.org. It is still gathering signatures from supporters demanding that Pos Malaysia give bonuses to their employees.At the time of writing this story, 24 May, the petition had collected over 58,000 signatures.

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Faced with online criticism, Pos Malaysia was forced to respond

The postal delivery service released a statement via its social media pages on 19 May "to clarify a few matters related to the commentaries that surfaced on social media and the news recently".In the statement, Pos Malaysia said that while the company is facing a difficult time amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it continues to protect the livelihood of over 15,000 frontliners and its other staff."We can't stop the general perception against us right now. But we assure everyone that we have our people's welfare at heart, and we are providing them the best as we possibly can at this time," it added.Pos Malaysia did not say anything about a bonus for postmen nor did it address calls from netizens regarding the company's top management to take a pay cut to provide the bonuses to their employees.Following which, SAYS ran a check of the company's Board of Directors' annual salaries and allowances, which are disclosed under a Bursa Malaysia filing dated 18 September 2019.It revealed that the Board's chairman earns a basic salary of RM120,000 a year, whereas a committee member earns RM80,000 a year. They also receive multiple meeting allowances.

Two days later, on 21 May, a Bernama report said that Pos Malaysia has advised people "to avoid postings which are defamatory in nature"

In the same report, Bernama said a person was arrested for allegedly running donation scams on Facebook. However, no further details were provided about the person who was arrested.A day later, on 22 May, we reported about the arrest after learning that the person arrested was a woman who had originally posted about the crying postman on a 'Masakan Utara Barat' Facebook account.She defended herself, claiming that the story of the postman living on the breadline is true.While apologising over the issue on a Facebook post on Thursday night, 21 May, the woman stated that all she wanted was to help the postman who did not receive his bonus."I never expected it would reach this situation," she wrote, adding, "In all honesty, I swear to Allah that I'm not lying. No money was deposited into my bank account."However, multiple people have since shared bank transactions about them depositing money under a beneficiary named 'Muhd Syazwan'. One such transaction involved an RM500 deposit.

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Why was the postman arrested?

According to Seberang Perai Tengah District Police chief Assistant Commissioner Police (ACP) Shafee Abd Samad, they arrested the postman, aged 22, after he lodged a police report on Wednesday, 20 May, under "the pretext of defending himself and to avoid being punished by his employer".ACP Shafee said that the postman claimed that he did not have anything to do with the story about the crying postman while also denying that he was the individual in the viral photos.An investigation followed, which revealed, according to Shafee, that it was the postman himself who had come up with the story and that the photos and bank account number were his.However, the ACP also said that the postman told them that he had shared his plight of not getting a bonus to his elder brother and foster sister, who then posted about it on Facebook.After the postman's arrest, police picked up his brother, aged 23, in Padang Serai, Kedah and the foster sister, aged 35, at the Seberang Perai Tengah District Police headquarters.

It appears the trio had concocted a plan to cash in on the online goodwill of everyday Malaysians amidst claims of no Aidilfitri bonus

They received RM5,000 donations from the public, according to a report in The Star."The postman had asked the page admins to upload his picture with a caption that says he is not getting any bonus from his employer," ACP Shafee was quoted as saying by the English daily yesterday, 23 May.He added that the people behind the Facebook account, believed to the postman's brother and foster sister, would then give out the postman's bank account number to those who sympathise with him.The RM5,000 in the donation were deposited into the postman's bank account and he has since admitted to having used a portion of the donation on personal things.The postman's ATM card and mobile phone have seized, ACP Shafee told Bernama.In conclusion, from what ACP Shafee said, the postman's claims about him not receiving a bonus this year corroborates, following which his relatives took to social media where people voluntarily transferred funds.However, Pos Malaysia seems to have filed a complaint against them alleging scam. Based on which, the postman along with his two relatives was taken into custody for investigation.


At Taylor's, A Bisexual Girl Asks Obama — 'Should Anyone Go To Jail For Being Different?'

US President Barack Obama, who is in Malaysia on a three-day visit, answered a multitude of important questions during his lengthy town hall session at the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit held here at Taylor's University on 20 November

Obama answering questions from youths at the Taylor's University in Kuala Lumpur.
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While situation outside was something out of a Hollywood movie...

Snipers galore! *Was there Iron Man flying somewhere too?*
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...inside, a brave bisexual woman from Thailand was asking the US President if anyone should be sent to jail for their sexual orientation

Dara from Thailand raising her hand to ask POTUS her question.
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"Should anyone being LGBT have to go to jail? Should anyone being different have to go to the jail? How could we have regional or international co-operation if some countries are still having these kinds of programs?", asked Dora, who identified herself as bisexual.

"Look, the answer to the first question is simple: No," Obama responded to a round of applause from the crowd of 500 youths representing 10 ASEAN countries under the US YSEALI Summit

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People of different sexual orientation deserved respect and dignity "like everybody else," the US President remarked to another round of applause, adding that they "shouldn't go to jail for it."Obama said that while people had their own religious and cultural traditions, no one should force anyone to behave in a certain way."I know that in ASEAN countries, as well as in the United States, people have different religious traditions, they have different cultural traditions. And that's fine. What I always say to people is that nobody is forcing you to behave in a certain way. And nobody is saying that — for example, we just had this debate about whether same-sex couples could get married. And part of the point, I think, we made in this debate was, if a church or a mosque or a temple does not recognise those marriages, they shouldn't be forced to have to marry somebody that's contrary to their religious beliefs. But marriage as a civil institution by the state should be available to everybody, not just some.""And so the point is, government policy should treat everybody equally under the law," he told the audience at Taylor's University, where the town hall session was held.

"The future of humanity depends on us all treating people with respect and dignity..."

"...and recognising that whatever your religious background, whatever your ethnicity, whether you're a man or a woman, whatever your sexual orientation, you have something in common with me — that we are both children of God; that we both were put here for a reason and are deserving of kindness and respect," he said.

President Obama then went on to urge the young leaders present there to promote this idea that everyone should be treated fairly in their countries, businesses and non-profit organisations

"If you're always thinking in terms of how do we make sure that everybody is treated fairly and everybody is deserving of respect, then there's no problem we can't solve," he said, adding that, "as soon as we lose that sight, lose that vision, and we start treating people differently because they're different than us, and we try to make ourselves more important by putting other people down, that's when bad things happen in every society. That's a universal truth."

Putin approves! ;)
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The LGBT community here is regularly abused by the authorities and there are laws in certain states against cross-dressing.
Very recently, the Federal Court overturned a historic decision by Court of Appeal which had declared an enactment banning cross-dressing unconstitutional and void. On the other hand, we are among the worst countries in the world for transgenders:

                Did You Know Transgenders In Malaysia Suffer Badly From Abuse, Assault And Arrests?

The criminalisation of transgender people in Malaysia coupled with state-organised arrests have effectively made Mala...

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[VIDEO] Klip Merdeka Digi Ini Akan Buat Anda Meruntum Jiwa & Bangga Jadi Rakyat Malaysia

Artikel ini ditaja oleh Digi.

Tahun 2020 sememangnya memberikan putaran 360 darjah kepada dunia

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Apa yang terjadi tahun ini merupakan kejadian yang tidak disangka-sangka akan berlaku dan ianya memberikan impak yang besar kepada rakyat Malaysia. Ada yang kehilangan kerja, ada yang terpaksa tutup perniagaan mereka.Di saat-saat begini, kita sebagai rakyat Malaysia hendaklah berkerjasama dan menyokong antara satu sama lain, disamping tingkatkan lebih semangat kekitaan untuk terus maju!Video dari Digi ni memaparkan rintangan yang perlu rakyat Malaysia dari pelbagai kaum hadapi dan bagaimana mereka mengharungi kesusahan tersebut.Sebak bila tengok kepayahan mereka tapi dengan sokongan yang mereka dapat, mereka boleh bangkit dari kepayahan ini.Sebab KITA rakyat Malaysia, KITA adalah satu!

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Buatan Malaysia dengan buatan luar, KITA boleh lawan!

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Peniaga kecil-kecilanlah yang paling terkesan akibat pandemik yang melanda. Melihat video ini, kekuatan mereka sangat meruntun jiwa admin. Bagaimana kuatnya mereka untuk menghadapi segalanya dan juga betapa kuatnya mereka untuk bangkit dan gunakan segala jalan alternatif yang ada untuk mereka terus maju kehadapan.KITA sebagai rakyat Malaysia kena berbangga yang barangan buatan KITA setaraf dengan buatan negara luar. Apa saja yang mereka lakukan, kita boleh lakukan lebih baik dan yang paling best, bersesuaian dengan kehendak dan citarasa rakyat Malaysia!

Semangat mereka inilah yang membuatkan rakyat Malaysia yang lain bersemangat, kerana KITA BUATAN MALAYSIA!

Melihat bagimana mereka bersemangat untuk terus maju memberikan rakyat Malaysia yang lain bersemangat untuk saling membantu dan juga saling bekerjasama bagi menaikkan industri di tanah air kita sendiri.Kalau anda berminat untuk tahu dengan lebih lanjut lagi mengenai kisah artisan Malaysia ni, anda boleh follow hasil kerja mereka di Facebook page atau Instagram mereka. Anda mesti akan lebih excited bila tengok Instagram dan Facebook feed mereka.

1. Rohana Binti Saadan Anna Patchwork House

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2. Roslee Bin Ahmad & Mohd Fauzi Bin Mohd Rashid Tukang Besi

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3. Wooi Loke Gee Wooden Clog Maker

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4. Jonathan Tay Gek Guan Rattan Furniture

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5. Ling Hooi Yin Tinypinc

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6. Subramaniam A/L Nadarajah Pather Tukang Emas

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7. Fatin Nabiha bt Othman Hi Sayang How Are You?

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8. Jaemy Choong Lee Chien Calligrapher & Graphic Artist

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9. Juwita Tatan Wan The Tuyang

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10. Salmah Binti Abd Aziz Abas & Sal Batik

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Anda juga boleh sokong pembuat seni tempatan dengan membeli jualan mereka di MyDigi App & Shopee!

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Rakyat Malaysia memang penuh dengan semangat kekitaan, jadi kami terus rasa nak anda beli barangan buatan mereka ni kan?Anda boleh dapatkan barangan artisan ni di aplikasi MyDigi dengan diskaun istimewa untuk mengalakkan lagi pembelian barangan buatan mereka. Anda juga boleh redeem rewards untuk purchase barangan istimewa ni! Klik je link ini!

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Selain itu, Digi juga berkerjasama dengan Shopee dengan menyediakan webpage khas untuk mereka mempromosikan artisan-artisan terbaik Malaysia ni!Korang juga boleh explore lebih banyak barangan lain buatan Malaysia di Shopee dengan harga yang terbaik! Berikan pengiat seni ini semangat untuk membuat lebih banyak hasil kreatif dan tunjukkan kepada mereka bahawa mereka mendapat sokongan rakyat Malaysia!

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Ingat guys, KITA BUATAN MALAYSIA! Maklumat lanjut, boleh klik dekat sini!


12 Resepi Mudah Ini Akan Buat Golongan 20an Rasa Malu Kalau Masih Tak Reti Masak

1. Nasi goreng Ayahanda

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Bahan-bahannya:6 cawan nasi putih3 sudu besar udang kering - direndam seketika, kemudian dibasuh dan ditoskan.3 biji telur1 biji bawang besar dihiris3 ulas bawang putih dihiris1 sudu teh lada hitam1 biji cili merah dihirisGaram, gula dan perasaMinyak untuk menumisCara-cara membuatnya:Masukkan garam, gula, dan perasa ke dalam nasi dan gaulkan rata. Panaskan minyak secukupnya dalam kuali. Tumis bawang besar dan bawang putih yang dihiris beserta dengan udang kering. Kacau sehingga naik bau dan bawang kekuningan. Jangan sampai rentung. Kemudian pecahkan telur ke dalam kuali. Kacau telur sehingga sebati dengan bahan-bahan tumisan. Masukkan nasi, cili merah, dan lada hitam. Gaulkan sehingga sebati.Sumber: Sajian Dapur Bonda

2. Maggie goreng sempoi

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Bahan-bahannya:Maggi - rebus hingga lembutDaging / ayamSosejBawang merahBawang putihCili api / cili mesinPerencah maggi kariKobisTelurSedikit kicap - untuk menggelapkan sedikit warna maggiCara-cara membuatnya:Tumbuk bawang merah, bawang putih dan cili api. Ketepikan. Panaskan minyak dan goreng daging atau ayam sehingga masak. Masukkan bahan-bahan tumbuk dan tumis sehingga wangi dan masukkan perencah Maggi. Masukkan juga sedikit kicap dan sayur. Pecahkan telur ke dalam kuali. Masukkan Maggi yang telah direbus dan kacau sehingga rata. Siap untuk dihidangkan.Sumber: Intai Dapur

3. Nasi ayam keinsafan

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Bahan-bahan kuah sup:1 ekor ayam - buang kulit dan potong 41 biji bawang besar kuning - hiris3 bawang putih - hiris2 inci halia - hirisSup bunjutSedikit bawang gorengDaun supGaramCara-cara membuatnya:Tumis bawang hiris, halia dan sup bunjut sehingga wangi. Masukkan ayam dan masak sehingga air ayam kering. Masukkan air secukupnya dan rebus sehingga ayam masak. Masukkan bawang goreng, garam dan sedikit perasa. Tutup api dan keluarkan ayam. Semasa hendak dihidangkan, tabur daun bawang/daun sup.Bahan-bahan nasi ayam:Beras - basuh dan tosKuah supDaun pandanCara-cara membuatnya:Masukkan air rebusan ayam dan daun pandan, kemudian masak dalam rice cooker sehingga nasi masak. Setelah nasi masak, buatkan 2 lubang pada nasi dan masuk 2-3 sudu besar mentega ke dalamnya. Tutup semula dengan nasi. Akhir sekali, kacau rata.Bahan-bahan ayam goreng:Ayam yang rebus tadi - angkat dan tosKicapCara-cara membuatnya:Lumur ayam dengan kicap dan goreng di saat hendak dihidangkan. Angkat dan potong ayam mengikut suka hati. Siap untuk dihidangkan bersama sayuran salad, timun dan buah tomato.Sumber: Azie Jaya

4. Kari ayam tak menggemukkan

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Bahan-bahannya:3 ketul ayam2 sudu rempah kari Baba's1/2 bawang besar kuning2 ulas bawang putih1 biji kentang1 cawan air2 sudu minyakSecubit rasaCara-cara membuatnya:Mula-mula panaskan minyak. Goreng bawang besar dan bawang putih sehingga naik bau. Kemudian, masukkan rempah kari dan goreng sehingga wangi. Masukkan air dan kacau sehingga sebati. Selepas itu, masukkan kentang, kentang, bendi dan ayam dan biarkan sehingga masak. Akhir sekali, masukkan secubit rasa atau garam dan gula dan biar sehingga sedikit pekat. Siap untuk di hidang!Sumber: Norfanil

5. Ikan masak singgang campak-campak

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Bahan-bahan:Ikan, apa-apa jenis pun tak apaLengkuasKunyit Bawang putih (diketuk)Kacang bendi (dipotong dua)Asam kepingAir 1 1/2 cawanGaram dan secukup rasaCara-caranya:Masukkan air dalam periuk dan campakkan sekali lengkuas, kunyit dan bawang putih. Biar mendidih. Masukkan ikan, asam keping dan kacang bendi. Biarkan sampai ikan masak. Kemudian, masukkan garam dan secukup rasa. Biar mendidih. Siap untuk dihidang.Sumber: Norfanil

6. Ayam goreng kunyit comel

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Bahan-bahannya:Ayam yang dipotong kecilSerbuk kunyitSerbuk cukup rasa3 ulas bawang merah4-5 tangkai cili padiSedikit haliaSedikit garamMinyak untuk menggorengTambahan: Bawang putih 2 ulas, dan cili merah.Cara-cara membuatnya:Bawang merah, cili padi, halia dihiris halus dan etepikan. Perapkan ayam dengan serbuk kunyit dan serbuk cukup rasa selama beberapa jam. Panaskan minyak dan goreng ayam hingga garing.  Guna minyak yang sama, masukkan bawang merah, cili padi, halia dan sedikit garam jika mahu. Kalau nak tambah bawang putih dan cili merah pun cun. Hidangkan dengan nasi panas.Sumber: Aida Sue

7. Telur masak masam-masam manis

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Bahan-bahannya:Telur ayam, jumlah ikut sukaSeulas bawang putihSos ciliAirGulaCara-cara membuatnya:Goreng telur ala mata kerbau dan asingkan. Kemudian, tumbuk bawang putih sampai lumat dan tumiskan. Apabila bawang sudah kekuningan, masukkan sos cili dalam kuantiti yang juga ikut suka. Jika anda suka makan berkuah, masukkan banyak sedikit. Akhir sekali, masukkan sedikit air untuk mencairkan sos dan masukkan gula. Kacau sehingga masak. Tuangkan sos ini ke atas telur mata yang telah digoreng tadi.Sumber: halaqah.net

8. Sambal sardin goreng rasa lapar

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Bahan-bahannya:1 tin sardin4 ulas bawang putih15 biji cili padi (tambah jika ingin pedas)Bawang besar - hirisGaramSerbuk perasaCara-cara membuatnya:Tumbuk bawang putih dan cili padi sehingga hancur. Panaskan minyak dan tumis bahan tumbuk sehingga wangi.Masukkan ikan sardin sahaja dulu dan biarkan bergoreng bersama minyak dan bahan tumis tadi. Balik balikkan ikan supaya masak rata. Masukkan sos sardin, bawang besar dan garam serta serbuk perasa. Bolehlah dihidangkan semasa masih panas. Sedap dimakan dengan nasi putih atau roti.Sumber: Azie Jaya

9. Ayam masak kurma sekelip mata

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Bahan-bahannya:AyamUbi kentangBawang besarBawang putih Perencah kurma ayam dagingSusu cairCara-cara membuatnya:Potong bawang kesemuanya dan kisar dalam mesin pengisar. Kemudian, masukkan dalam periuk berisi minyak panas. Tumis hingga warna coklat dan keluar bau wangi serumah. Masukkan perencah kurma ayam mengikut sesedap hati. Kalau rasa kering sangat, tambah air sikit. Dan seterusnya letakkan ayam dan kentang yang telah dibasuh dan dipotong dan kacau. Masukkan air  ke dalam periuk dan tutup periuk. Bila dah 15 minit dan ayam dah masak, masukkan hirisan lebihan bawang serta garam dan gula mengikut cubit rasa. Biarkan mendidih sehingga kentang empuk. Perlahankan api. Akhir sekali baru masukkan susu cair.Sumber: fasyshane

10. Roti Johan

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Bahan-bahannya:TelurSerbuk perasaLada putihDaun supBawang putih gorengSosej, filet ketam, atau daging burger (ikut apa yang ada di dalam peti ais)Kobis yang diracik halusCara-cara membuatnya:5 biji telur atau lebih dikocak rata.  Campurkan dengan serbuk perasa, daun sup, bawang putih yang telah digoreng dan lada putih.  Kemudian, masukkan isi seperti sosej atau daging burger. Masukkan sekali kobis yang telah diracik halus dan goreng seperti telur dadar. Selepas itu, tempelkan pada roti.  Akhir sekali boleh tambah perisa sos atau mayonis.Sumber: Anak Bonda

11. Pizza roti Gardenia

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Bahan-bahannya:Roti GardeniaKejuSosej dicelurCendawan dipotong kecil dan celurSos spagetti (jika tiada, sos cili biasa pun boleh)Bawang Merah potong halusCili besar potong halusDaun parsleyMinyak zaitunCara-cara membuatnya:Sapu roti dengan sos spagetti atau sos cili, kemudian letak semua bahan-bahan yang telah dipotong tadi, ikutlah susun ikut mana pun sukahati. Setelah sesuai disusun semuanya, barulah letakkan keju diatas dan bakar dalam oven atau kuali dengan api sederhana.Sumber: Yanmie Online

12. Jemput-jemput bilis goreng

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Bahan-bahannya:Tepung secukup rasaSebiji telurSepaket rencah nasi goreng, tak kisah perisa apaSecawan air panasSecawan air sejukIkan bilis gorengCara-cara membuatnya:Campurkan telur, tepung, perencah, air panas dan air sejuk. Pastikan adunan tidak terlampau pekat, jika pekat sila tambah air sejuk. Masukkan ikan bilik dan gaulkan dengan rata. Gorengkan ke dalam minyak yang panas dengan cara menggunakan sudu atau tangan dalam bentuk jemput-jemput.Sumber: Anak Bonda

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Medical Officer In JB Under Investigation Over Vulgar Tweet Insulting A Cancer Patient

A medical officer in Sultanah Aminah Hospital (HSA), Johor Bahru is currently being investigated over a tweet insulting a cancer patient

On 8 November, they wrote, "You've had brain cancer for six to seven months but why did you have to be referred at 3-4am pig? Can't wait until tomorrow? Six to seven months with cancer like that, but the creature is still breathing. Couldn't you just be referred tomorrow?"

The man proceeded to insult the patient and called them 'p*ki anjing' which, translated literally, means 'dog's vagina'.

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Sinar Harian reported that the tweet went viral and garnered the attention of social media users.Netizens criticised the medical officer and said that they were rude and insensitive towards the patient with brain cancer.

According to HSA director Dr Mohtar Pungut, the management has set up a special committee to look into the matter

He told Utusan Malaysia, "We take seriously the actions of a medical officer who hurled insults at a patient on social media recently. In this regard, a special committee has been set up to investigate this matter and action will be taken if found guilty."

An official statement from Dr Mohtar was also issued on the official Johor health department Facebook page.

He ended the statement by saying, "On behalf of HSA, I'd like to apologise for the statement that was made by the medical officer which hurt the feelings of the community."

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No Sign Of Nicky Liow In Penang As Police Try To Track Another Datuk For Suspected Ties

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Penang police have joined their Johor counterparts on the hunt for 33-year-old fugitive businessman Datuk Seri Nicky Liow Soon Hee

The founder of the Winner Dynasty Group is being sought by the Johor police for his alleged involvement in money laundering and commercial crimes.However, according to New Straits Times, Penang state police chief Datuk Sahabudin Abd Manan  said there has been no sign of the man in the state thus far."We obtained information from Johor police with regards to their hunt for the man," said Sahabudin during a press conference at the Penang headquarters on Thursday morning, 25 March.He said his men are aware of the case, especially personnel who are manning road blocks around the state.

Penang state police chief Datuk Sahabudin Abd Manan.
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Meanwhile, Johor police have arrested 92 individuals linked to Liow's fraud syndicate after a few raids in Puchong

Johor police chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said 40 people are currently being detained under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA), reported Harian Metro.The remaining 52 people have since been released after being screened by police and deemed not directly involved in the 33-year-old Datuk Seri's case.

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The Johor force added that they are tracking down another Datuk in relation to Liow's syndicate

The Johor police chief said they are looking for 42-year-old Md Azar Izwan Mohd Arifin @ Datuk A Janus, who was a former deputy public prosecutor (DPP) in the state."Datuk Seri Nicky is still at large. And we are looking for another suspect called Md Azar Izwan who was a former DPP. His last known address was in Puchong, Selangor," said Ayob Khan during a press conference at the Johor headquarters on Thursday."This suspect is one who played an important role in the syndicate involving Datuk Seri Nicky Liow. He is wanted to assist in investigations under Sections 130V to 130ZB of the Penal Code for organised crime."He urged any individual with information on the whereabouts of these suspects to contact ASP Prakash Valiappan at +6012-5209767, or head to the nearest police station.

Johor police chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay holding up a wanted notice of Md Azar Izwan.
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Ini Kisah 5 Atlet Tanah Air Yang Berjaya Menempa Nama Di Sukan Antarabangsa. Tabik!

Kita selalu dapat update berita sukan dari atlet selebriti tanah air ataupun yang dah terkenal seperti Pandelela Rinong, Azizulhasni Awang, Nicol David dan banyak lagi

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Bila buka TV, media sosial atau surat khabar, mesti nama mereka ini banyak terpampang di muka pertama. Sebenarnya, buat pengetahuan anda, ada banyak lagi atlet tempatan yang sudah berjaya mara ke sukan peringkat antarabangsa tapi namanya jarang disebut-sebut.

Sempena Hari Malaysia 2019, kami senaraikan lima daripadanya supaya boleh anda jadikan sebagai inspirasi

1. Nur Amirah Syakirah Zulkifli

Nur Amirah Syakirah Zulkifli (kanan)
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Penyerang muda skuad hoki negara, Nur Amirah Syakirah Zulkifli, 19, adalah antara atlet tanah air yang berjaya mencatat nama di sukan antarabangsa. Siapa sangka, produk Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Datuk Lela Pahlawan, Padang serai ini diangkat sebagai pemain terbaik Kejohanan Empat Penjuru di Groningen, Belanda, baru baru ini.Dia mendapat anugerah itu selepas menewaskan beberapa pemain Eropah daripada tiga kelab di Belanda iaitu Pinoke, Kelab Hoki Groninger- Harense dan Kelab Hoki dan Kriket Groningsche. Hebat kan?Mana taknya, gaya permainannya yang menunjukkan bahawa dia tidak takut sama sekali untuk menentang pemain lebih senior, mempunyai larian deras dan memiliki satu pukulan reverse yang padu membuatkan beliau terpilih untuk menerima anugerah itu menurut pengulas sukan di Malaysia.Untuk pengetahuan korang, Nur Amirah Syakirah Zulkifli turut pernah bertanding di Sukan Komanwel 2018 di Gold Coast, Australia; Sukan Asia Indonesia; Trofi Juara-Juara Asia (ACT) di Donghae dan Siri Hoki Terbuka di Singapura.

2. Jonathan Wong Kar Gee

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Biarpun kurang upaya, korang patut berbangga kerana Jonathan Wong Kar Gee, 28, berjaya melakar nama Malaysia di Kejohanan Olahraga Paralimpik Grand Prix Dunia Terbuka Handisport 2019 di Paris sempena Hari Kebangsaan Malaysia pada 31 Ogos, baru-baru ini.Atlet lompat jauh negara ini membanggakan Malaysia selepas berjaya merangkul pingat emas dengan lompatan sejauh 7.03 meter dalam kategori T-11-12 (masalah penglihatan). Menurut laporan, ini adalah catatan peribadi terbaik baginya selepas lompatan sejauh 7.22m yang dicipta pada Terbuka China, Mei tahun lalu.Selain itu, atlet paralimpik kelahiran Sabah ini turut pernah bertanding di Sukan Para Asia Ketiga di Jakarta Indonesia. Bakat besar yang hebat seperti ini seharusnya diberikan galakan supaya meraih pencapaian lebih baik pada Kejohanan Dunia di Dubai, November ini dan seterusnya berpeluang menyertai Paralimpik Tokyo 2020.

3. Syafiqa Haidar

Syafiqa (kiri)
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Seorang lagi atlet Malaysia yang membanggakan Malaysia sempena Hari Kebangsaan pada 31 Ogos lalu adalah Syafiqa Haidar Afif Abdul Rahman. Atlet boling padang ini muncul juara acara perseorangan di Kejohanan Boling Padang Terbuka Asia 2019 di Pusat Sukan Jiaxing, China, Ogos lalu.Kejuaraan itu menjadi miliknya selepas berjaya menewaskan lawan dari Hong Kong, Shirley Ko yang ditentukan menerusi balingan ‘sudden death’ selepas terikat mata terikat 2-2. Nampaknya, ini boleh dianggap sebagai ‘pemanas badan’ menjelang Sukan SEA di Filipina nanti!Untuk pengetahuan anda, Syafiqa antara yang disenaraikan dalam saingan fours bagi temasya Sukan SEA Filipina, bergandingan bersama Emma Firyana Siroji, Nurul Alyani Jamil dan Afiqah Dayana Budiman.

4. Cheam June Wei

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Seperti mana yang kita semua tahu, Persatuan Badminton Malaysia (BAM) sedang aktif mencari pengganti Lee Chong Wei yang sudah bersara pada Jun lalu. Namun, kata presidennya, pihaknya memerlukan masa lebih dari lima tahun untuk mencari pengganti.Bagaimanapun, melihat prestasi juara Kejohanan Badminton Terbuka Belanda, Cheam June Wei, 22, BAM melihat sinar bahawa pemain badminton negara itu mampu meneruskan legasi lagenda negara kita dalam sukan badminton.Mana taknya, hasil latihan daripada bekas jurulatih Chong Wei, Teh Peng Huat, tak mustahil kekuatan June Wei mampu setanding pemain badminton nombor satu Malaysia itu. June Wei juga dikatakan mempunyai kemahiran menyeluruh, namun perlu lebih memahami selok-belok permainan dan menggabungkan semua elemen untuk meningkatkan kualiti permainan.Malah, kejayaannya apabila menyertai Asia Junior Championships di Gimcheon, South Korea; Nanjing Summer Youth Olympics di Nanjing, China dan beberapa lagi kejohanan antarabangsa yang lain menjadi saksi pilihan BAM untuk June Wei meneruskan legasi Chong Wei dalam sukan badminton itu bukanlah satu kesilapan.

5. Mohd Juwaidi Mazuki

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Mula memanah pada tahun 2010 dan serius di peringkat antarabangsa pada tahun 2012, sememangnya rezeki buat Mohd Juwaidi Mazuki, 29, apabila beliau berjaya merangkul pingat emas ketika Archery Asia Cup di New Clark City, Philippines, baru-baru ini.Bukan sekadar itu, Juwaidi yang menduduki tempat ke-57 di antara pemanah dunia ini turut pernah menyertai World Cup Stage 2 di Shanghai, China dan ASEAN University Games di Singapura pada tahun 2016 dan beberapa lagi kejohanan dunia yang lain.

Sempena Hari Malaysia, jom kita saksikan sedikit kata-kata daripada atlet tanah air

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