[INSTAGALLERY] Photos Of Flood Donations Being Sorted And Distributed To Those In Need

Malaysia recently experienced her worst flood in history, affecting multiple states in the east coast of West Malaysia while displacing thousands of families

Damage by the millions, evacuees by the thousands
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But thanks to the support and generosity of Malaysians, aid has been steadily growing and is currently being distributed to those affected by the floods

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Tesco launched a nationwide donation drive.
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Aid being distributed in BU3, Petaling Jaya
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Here are just some of many Malaysians helping out in whatever capacity they can...

In TUDM (Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia) Subang, Malaysians are volunteering by forming human chains to stock up food, water, clothes and essentials for them to be flown over to flood-hit states

Volunteers stocking up goods in the TUDM base in Subang.
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At the Subang airport, donations in boxes are stacked up and ready to be flown out

Tons of dry food and aid are stocked at Subang airport
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"Though I can't afford to donate aid, I can donate my time and energy", said Aris A Soladi as he helps out just by packing aid in one of the many centres in Malaysia

"Though I can't afford to donate aid, I shall donate my time and energy". A quote from aris a. solad through Instagram
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Much needed clean drinking water has also been packed in huge quantities to be sent out so flood victims are supplied with water to drink and cook, and for their personal hygiene

Masjid Al-Muhsinin in Old Klang Road has been turned into a one-stop relief centre for aid to come and be distributed out.
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Local policemen have continuously been serving people by helping them get to dry ground, aiding women and children

Local policemen has been working round the clock to ensure that everyone is moved to higher or dry ground.
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Custom bike shop group Red Garage Group Malaysia even went out of their way to deliver aid on their own to some of their friends who were stuck in Tanah Merah, Kelantan

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Donations to iM4U, a non-profit organisation for youths have already been channeled out to Kemubu, Kelantan using all modes of transportations. From 4WD trucks...

Aid have been delivered in 4WD trucks in Kemubu, Kelantan
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... to even using the sampan to make sure that aid is delivered to areas not accessible by land transport

A volunteer using a sampan to distribute aid after trucks can't pass by in Kemubu, Kelantan.
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Flood victims are helping each other stay afloat. Anas Alwi explains through his Instagram that during a little mission to help a friend, they saw a man wading through the flood alone before helping him onto the sampan.

Anas Alwi was on a mission to help a friend who was stuck in a house for four days. On the way there, they met a man walking through the flood alone before helping him on board.
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Volunteers have been handing out new clothes to children and families in Kuala Krai, one of the worst hit areas

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Ready-to-eat meals such as biscuits that don't require cooking are being distributed in large trucks

People are lining up to receive food from constant trips from large trucks.
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The villagers from the Kampung Kusial Baru, Kelantan saying "terima kasih" donations received from Selangor

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Diapers being handed out to the villagers
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Every little bit helps. Foodstuff, clothes, and water have given temporarily relief to the elderly...

The photographer expresses her sadness when she took her photo. "Cerita banjir... sedih n menyayat hati melihat gambar ini.."
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... and the young. Thank you Malaysians, for your generous spirit in this trying time as a nation.

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But it does not end there. The good work is still ongoing and donations are still needed. Find out the list of organisations that you can donate aid to HERE:

                [SHARE] Help Malaysian Flood Victims By Donating To These Trusted Organisations

In this time of need, it's important for Malaysians to come together and help however we can. Every little bit counts...

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Dalai Lama Apologises Over Video Of Him Kissing & Asking A Boy To "Suck My Tongue"

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The Dalai Lama, the Tibetans' 87-year-old spiritual leader, apologised on Monday, 10 April, after footage showed him asking a young boy to "suck my tongue" at a public event

"A video clip has been circulating that shows a recent meeting when a young boy asked his Holiness the Dalai Lama if he could give him a hug," said a statement on the exiled leader's Twitter account, which has 19 million followers."His Holiness wishes to apologise to the boy and his family, as well as his many friends across the world, for the hurt his words may have caused."The statement said the Dalai Lama "often teases people he meets in an innocent and playful way, even in public and before cameras. He regrets the incident".The video, which has 1 million views on Twitter, also shows the Nobel peace laureate apparently giving the boy a peck on the lips in presence of an audience who are heard clapping and laughing, while a man captures the moment on a phone. Reuters has not verified the clip.

The Dalai Lama, who fled to India in 1959 after a failed uprising against Chinese rule in Tibet, is regarded by Beijing as a dangerous separatist

He has worked for decades to draw global support for linguistic and cultural autonomy in his remote, mountainous homeland.He now lives in a compound next to a temple ringed by green hills and snow-capped mountains in the northern Indian town of Dharamshala.

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

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

In 2019, a monk in Johor was arrested after two of his students lodged police reports against him for sexual assault:

                A Buddhist Monk Has Been Arrested For Sexually Assaulting His Students In Segamat

The 54-year-old monk administers six Buddhist temples across Negeri Sembilan and Johor.

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[VIDEO] Here's Why We Get Water Cuts And What The Selangor Government Is Doing About It

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No one enjoys water cuts. :( But have you ever wondered, what actually causes it and if there's anything being done about it?

Watch the video below to find out more:

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Most of our water comes from Sungai Selangor and Sungai
Langat river basins

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But, because connecting rivers get polluted, as seen last year, water treatment plants had to be shut. This led to necessary water cuts to prevent pollutants from entering our homes.

To help tackle the issue of water cuts, the Selangor government has come up with a few strategies:

1. Use source-based treatment to purify water

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The first strategy is to use "Aquarintin" nanotechnology, which multiplies diatom algae to naturally clean and purify water at its source. This method also increases oxygen content, removes smell, destroys oil and grease, reduces heavy metals, and rejuvenates aquatic life.

2. Observe and monitor main rivers closely for signs of pollution

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This includes using sensors like the "Total Organic Carbon (TOC) Analyzer" to help detect early signs of pollution. Besides that, high tech drones will monitor potential risk areas, while Skuad PANTAS LUAS will have 24-hour surveillance to observe critical river basins like Sungai Selangor and Sungai Langat.

3. Pump water directly from reservoirs to the Sungai Selangor Water Treatment Plant

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The idea is to construct pump infrastructure that will divert water from the Hybrid Off-River Augmentation System (HORAS 600) to water treatment plants when pollution is detected, so that no water disruption occurs.

4. Enforce laws to deter people from polluting the rivers

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The Selangor government will strictly enforce the Amended Enactment of Selangor Water Management Authority (SWMA) 2020. Offenders will be charged a minimum fine of RM200,000 to a maximum of RM1 million, with a maximum of three years jail. Whistle-blowers who provide information about these illegal activities will also be rewarded.

To find out more about what the Selangor government is doing to tackle the water crisis, including using Sungai Klang as a new water source, watch the full video today!


Man Slashes His Son's Throat In An Argument Over Switching TV Channels At Their Home

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On Wednesday, 3 November, a man slashed his son's throat multiple times following an argument over switching television channels

The incident took place in their home in Jalan Kemudi, Bernam Jaya, Hulu Bernam.Bernama reported that the 71-year-old father slashed his 37-year-old son three times on the neck using a knife taken from the kitchen. Prior to slashing him, the father had pushed the son, who hit the wall and fell.

The 71-year-old father, however, asked a neighbour to alert the police, claiming that his son had tried to take his own life

According to Hulu Selangor police chief Supt Arsad Kamaruddin, he then lodged a police report, saying that he discovered his 37-year-old son lying in a pool of blood in the living room at about 12.55pm.Prior to lodging the police report, he also went out to ask for help from a shop in Taman Bernam Jaya, saying his son was bleeding and unconscious at home, reported The Star."However, our investigation found that the victim had deep slash wounds on his neck, which is not consistent with [...] suicide," Arsad was quoted as saying.Following which, the father revealed that he had a fight with his son."He then took out a knife from the kitchen and tussled with his son, who ended up with three slash wounds on his neck," he said, adding that police seized the weapon and the father has been remanded.Police also confiscated a shirt and a pair of trousers worn by the suspect.

The kitchen knife that was used to slash the 37-year-old victim.
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A urine test on the father for drugs came back as negative

"The suspect has no past criminal records and he tested negative for drugs. He will be remanded for further investigation. We are investigating under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder," Arshad added.


[FACT OR FAKE #56] Is There Such A Thing As Halal Prostitutes?

Last week, a news article about how a new bar called "Hot Crescent" in Amsterdam will offer its Muslim clients "halal prostitutes" went viral on social media

Soon certified Halal prostitutes in Amsterdam!
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The news piece was written in French and then picked up by other websites who published their own versions of the story in English

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Egyptian website OnIslam, Moroccan website Yabiladi and Jordanian website Albawaba (the first two have since taken down their stories) published the news piece on their websites. The source of the news appears to be a Belgian "news agency" called Nordpresse. The author of the original article, a certain "Jean Abdelrottenstein".

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The article cited Jonathan Swick, manager of the "Hot Crescent", saying that this bar will offer its customers a world exclusive engaging prostitutes only responding to a very precise specifications

"Like everyone else, there are Muslims who want to go to whores, and they could not do so without violating their religion. Today, thanks to Hot Crescent, all Muslims wishing to indulge can do so without entering the haram," explained Mr. Swick.

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The piece further cited Jonathan saying that the bar has consulted three moderate, modern Imams to identify requirements to certify "halal prostitutes"

"Our criteria to certify halal prostitutes were developed in partnership with 3 open imams and modernists, by example: Prostitutes have a total ban on drugs or alcohol and are tested every 2 months. They must make their five daily prayers, even if some of them should be performed during a service. Prohibition of swallowing during oral sex."

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In return, clients must have sex in a way that does not breach Islamic tradition. This will give Muslims a healthy and guilt-free way to satisfy their needs!

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The piece also claimed that Shi'a Islam allows Nikāḥ al-Mut'ah or "marriage for pleasure", a contentious option that permits temporary, contractual marriage

The entire idea of halal prostitutes revolves around Nikah al-Mut’ah, roughly translated as “pleasure marriage.” The client signs a temporary marriage contract with the prostitute, which can last for as little as a couple of nights or a few hours. After the contract expires, the couple is no longer married to one another, and the “husband” must pay-out to the “wife” with a “dowry.” Nikah al-Mut’ah comes from Shi’a Islam. Sunnis in general forbid it and consider the practice blasphemous.

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Is this article from the "news agency" called Nordpresse genuine? Do "halal prostitutes", who provide guilt-free satisfaction to Muslim men, really exist? How much of it is FACT or FAKE?

Another of the picture used by the site Nordpresse with the news piece.
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Before we get to analysing, let's get something else cleared: the website "Nordpresse" is actually a satirical website with a journalistic flavour that regularly produces articles with some political analysis, but always in jest

Its name is a play on Sudpresse, an actual Belgian news agency. (The French equivalent Le Gorafi plays the same role, parodying Le Figaro, a legitimate news site.)

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FAKE: There are no "halal prostitutes". It's a hoax.

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The whole thing is nothing but an elaborate hoax aimed to inflame the sentiments of Muslims – especially Muslim readers who are not critical or vigilant enough of what the media serves up.

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However, Shia Islam does allow Nikāḥ al-Mut'ah, just that the news piece twisted the facts to suit its fake news

Nikāḥ al-Mutʿah is a type of marriage used in Shia Islam, where the duration of the marriage and the dowry must be specified and agreed upon in advance. It is a private contract made in a verbal or written format. A declaration of the intent to marry and an acceptance of the terms are required (as they are in nikah (marriage in Islam).

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The bride to be must not be married. She must be Muslim or belong to ahl-e-kitab (people of the book). She should be chaste and not be addicted to fornication and she should not be a young virgin (especially if her father is absent and cannot give consent). These conditions must be established through due diligence.

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At the end of the contract, the marriage ends and the wife must undergo iddah (a period of abstinence from sexual intercourse, usually the length of two menstrual cycles). The iddah is intended to give certain paternity to a child should the wife become pregnant during the contract.

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Generally, the Nikah mut'ah has no proscribed minimum or maximum duration. However, one source, The Oxford Dictionary of Islam, indicates the minimum duration of the marriage is debatable and durations of at least three days, three months or one year have been suggested.

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The whole idea behind "halal prostitution" is like a bad joke that pokes fun at how the Muslim community will believe halal versions of practically anything, especially what has long been considered haram by the orthodoxy

One possible explanation is that these sorts of articles serve as a mirror to Muslims themselves. They highlight the “halal-ification” of consumer goods as a capitalist innovation aimed at capturing the Muslim market. Examples of such products are halal wines and halal beer that claim to contain only a miniscule amount of alcohol, halal bacon made from turkey meat, and halal nail polish that claims to allow water to seep through.

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Buying A Secondhand Car? Here's How Mudah.my Helps You Find A Good Quality Vehicle

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Did you know that you can buy used cars on Mudah.my?

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Mudah.my has over 1,800 inspected used automobiles for Malaysians to choose from – a record-breaking number certified in the Malaysian Book of Records, woohoo!This makes shopping for a car online so much more seamless because you don't even have to step out of your home. It's also safer as you can minimise contact with the outside world.

Another awesome feature that Mudah.my has is the Mudah.my Vehicle Inspection & Protection (mVIP) programme

The genuine condition of a used car has long been a source of contention for both buyers and sellers. That's why Mudah.my, together with MUV, Malaysia's first end-to-end vehicle bidding platform, have partnered to launch mVIP, which provides an unbiased report on the true condition of the vehicle being purchased.Eh, that's not all. Mudah.my is also providing buyers with an extended warranty on inspected automobiles under the mVIP programme, giving you even more peace of mind. :D

Here's what you should know about Mudah.my's mVIP programme:

1. The mVIP programme provides verified info about the vehicle's registration and ownership details

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Having the requisite registration and ownership deets for a secondhand car is extremely important, and should be on every buyer's checklist if you're in the market for a used vehicle. This ensures that the buyer is fully aware of the history of the car before making a purchase.Things to take into account include prior loans, past accidents, previous modifications, and even the identity of the former owner of the vehicle. These are all good information to have on hand in case you run into any issues in the future. Check out more details here.

2. Secondhand cars on Mudah.my undergo a stringent inspection process with mVIP

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The mVIP programme offers buyers an independent report on the true condition of the vehicle they are considering purchasing. Mudah.my's goal with mVIP is to create a transparent and trustworthy used automobile marketplace where you can see the actual condition of every vehicle listed.To determine the genuine condition of automobiles, each car goes through a physical inspection process spanning 30 minutes. There are two parts to this 180-point examination — the physical inspection that includes a test drive, and a test to acquire data from electrical components and sensors.The inspector will keep an eye out for damage to the structure, evidence of water or flood damage, modifications, etc. After that, up to 20 photographs of the car will be taken by the MUV inspector. Once the inspection is completed, an inspection report is prepared and submitted to the car's ad on Mudah.my, where it may be viewed by the public. Read more about the inspection process here.

3. mVIP also provides buyers the option of purchasing an extended warranty to protect them from potential repair costs

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When you purchase a new car, it typically comes with a warranty that's effective for about five years. However, this isn't the case with a used car. Used cars generally don't have warranties attached to the vehicle, which is why it can be stressful for some owners.That's why mVIP came out with an extended warranty for the secondhand cars sold on Mudah.my's marketplace. The mVIP warranty is specially created for used cars and is an optional add-on for buyers. mVIP cars that are eligible for a warranty protection will be indicated in the respective ad listings. You'll be able to enjoy extensive repair coverage, 24/7 free towing service, and even nationwide panel workshops with the extended warranty. Find out more here.

Mudah.my's platform has over 90,000 cars for sale, and along with MUV's network of certified inspectors, you're sure to find the secondhand vehicle you're looking for

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What makes shopping for a used car on Mudah.my worth it is the fact that for a minimal fixed cost, Mudah.my and MUV will provide an end-to-end facilitation service that includes ownership transfer (JPJ), car inspection (PUSPAKOM), and financing arrangements, wah!So, all you gotta do is sit back, relax, and let Mudah.my and MUV handle everything else for you!

Wanna shop for your very own secondhand car? Browse through Mudah.my's extensive collection here!

On the other hand, if you're looking to sell your car on Mudah.my's secondhand marketplace, check out your car's valuation on this website. Or click here if you wanna find out more about the mVIP programme.

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"The Power Of Suara Ayah" - Cara Lelaki Panggil Ayam Itik Masuk Reban Ini Cuit Hati Ramai

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Sudah menjadi kebiasaan bagi mereka yang tinggal di kawasan kampung untuk memelihara haiwan ternakan seperti ayam, itik dan angsa

Memang seronok bila ada haiwan ternakan ini. Bukan saja dapat menjadi teman semasa kita bosan, malah gelagat mereka juga kadangkala mencuit hati.Seperti video yang tular di laman TikTok ini yang memaparkan seorang lelaki memanggil ayam dan itik ternakannya telah mencuit hati ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @papa_jahat69 Anggg, bebekkk, pipittt BALIKKK…!!! #fyptak #tanyajee #kipidapdontgibab  bunyi asal  - Papa_Jahat69

Hanya sekali jerit, semua lari berkumpul untuk masuk reban

Menerusi video yang dikongsi oleh @papa_jahat69, kelihatan si perakam menjerit kepada haiwan ternakan ayahnya untuk pulang ke reban masing-masing kerana hari sudah petang.Namun, jeritannya itu tidak diendahkan. Tidak lama kemudian, ayahnya pula menjerit memanggil ayam dan itik di situ untuk balik.Apa yang membuatkan ramai terhibur adalah kesemua haiwan di situ mendengar kata si ayah terus berlari dan berkumpul di sekelilingnya untuk masuk ke dalam reban. "Angg, bebekk, pipitt! Balik balik balik! Kiri kanan kiri! Kiri kanan kiri!" jeritnya beberapa kali.

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"They know who's the real boss, paling syok tengok itik dari kolam pun naik balik. Hahaha bijak dan comel" - Netizen

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 1.4M tontonan, 142K tanda suka serta 4.8K perkongsian di TikTok.Tinjauan di ruangan komen pula mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat ayam dan itik ternakan lelaki itu yang bijak mendengar kata tuannya.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Comel je masing-masing terkedek-kedek naik atas. Tahu takut bila otai dah panggil balik ya :D

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Video Resurfaces Of Rising Abu Sayyaf Leader Beheading Hostages

On 12 July 2014, A Malaysian Constable Was Kidnapped When A Surprise Attack Was Launched On A Resort In Mabul Island, Sabah

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More Details Are Surfacing Regarding The Abductors Through A Video That Has Surfaced Online

The abductors were filmed in a video filmed by Alhabsi himself.
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More details are beginning to emerge of Alhabsi Misaya, the notorious Abu Sayyaf leader, who is said to be holding marine policeman Kons Zakiah Aleip hostage in southern Philippines.

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A rising leader in the Abu Sayyaf terrorist organisation is suspected to be holding marine policeman Zakiah Aleip in a mountainous jungle hideout on the island of Jolo in southern Philippines.

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The Leader In The Video Is Identified As Alhabsi Misaya,  The One Behind The Beheading Of Jolo Workers In 2007

Alhabsi Misaya, the one behind the beheading of seven workers in 2007.
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He is one of the gunmen responsible for the beheading of seven factory workers in Jolo, Southern Philippines in 2007, as discovered in an online video.

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The 14-Minute Video Recorded By Him And Uploaded In July 2013, Showed Gunmen Doing Despicable And Brutal Acts To Workers

The gunmen leading workers before doing brutal acts on them.
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The 14-minute video clip, recorded by Alhabsi himself, sees a group of gunmen leading the hostages to different spots in the jungle where the brutal act is carried out. Alhabsi can be heard reciting Quranic verses as the first hostage is made to lie face down before his head is pulled back by one of the gunmen and severed with what appears to be an army knife.

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Alhabsi Has Been Rising Through The Ranks And Is Said To Be Cash Rich From All The Ransoms Paid From The Kidnappings

Ransom money is said to have made the group and Alhabsi rich.
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Alhabsi, then only a junior member of the terror group, has since risen in the ranks after making millions of pesos in ransom money from the spate of kidnappings in the east coast of Sabah.

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The sources claim that Alhabsi, a drug-user, is "loaded with cash" and heavily armed. “He is rising fast in the ranks of the Abu Sayyaf leadership because he has made millions of pesos in ransom money. He has huge sums," the source told The Star.

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Watch The Moment Kim Jong-Nam's Assassins Complete Their Mission In Less Than 3 Seconds

It took less than three seconds for two women to sneak up to Kim Jong-Nam and administer the poison that would kill him hours later

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Kim Jong-nam, the 45-year-old half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, was believed to have been poisoned at KLIA2 on Monday 13 February, leading to his death.

A video apparently depicting Jong-Nam's last moments has emerged on YouTube, showing footage believed to have been taken by several CCTVs at KLIA2

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The clip shows a man resembling Jong-Nam, clad in a light blue jacket and slacks with a backpack slung over one shoulder, walking into the airport and looking at flight schedules before approaching a nearby self check-in kiosk.

Then, two women came from different directions. The woman approaching Jong-nam from behind can be seen lunging from behind to reach over his head and cover his face with a cloth.

Two women (marked by yellow and pink arrows) approaching Kim Jong-nam (red arrow) at KLIA2's self check-in area.
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It took them only seconds to finish what the came to do, as both women quickly went back in the directions they came from. The self check-in area seems to be fairly crowded, although no one seems to have noticed the attack.

After the attack, Jong-nam walked swiftly to an information counter to speak to a man and a woman. The woman then takes him to two policemen, where he is seen gesturing to his face and presumably telling them about the attack.

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At this point, Jong-nam looks unharmed and is still walking normally without needing help. The policement then walk him the airport clinic, after which the video ends.

You can watch the full video here:

Note: Fast forward to 01:36 for clearer footage.

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Hours after the attack, Kim Jong-nam died on the way to the hospital. Get the latest updates on the high-profile assassination here:

                Kim Jong-nam's remains to be sent back to his family in Macau

The incident happened on Monday, 13 February.

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The high-profile murder shifted the spotlight to the exiled half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un:

                6 Key Things To Know About Kim Jong-Nam And Why He Was In Malaysia

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Angry Tigers Trap 5 Men in Trees for 5 Days. Here's What Happened

Trapped in trees by tigers, 5 men rescued after five days

Five men were surrounded by tigers and stranded in a tree for 5 days. The men were rescued Monday from their perch in Gunung Leuser National Park on Indonesia’s Sumatra Island

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The men were forced to take to the trees after they accidentally trapped and killed a tiger cub in the national park located in the northern part of Sumatra last Tuesday.

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A sixth man was mauled to death. The 28-year-old sought refuge with his companions but, police said, “the branch broke, causing him to fall to the ground”.

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Jamal Gayo, from the conservation group Leuser International Foundation, said the five were weak after not having had food for three days.

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7 Sumatran tigers were angered when the foragers accidentally trapped  and killed a cub. The tigers then mauled one man to death

After men accidentally killed a cub, the adult animals treed them for five days
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Here's what happened

They had entered the park in the hopes of harvesting agarwood, a valuable and rare wood used to make incense.

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During their trek, the men had laid traps for deer and antelope for food, but a tiger cub was caught and killed instead.

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The adult tigers responded to the death by attacking the men, forcing them to flee up a tree. One man was killed when his branch broke.

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Villagers attempted to rescue the five remaining men, after receiving undoubtedly urgent cell phone calls from them, but turned back for reinforcements after seeing “at least four large Sumatran tigers."

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Dozens of rescuers, including local police, were called in, but the rescue team needed three days to reach the rugged area, according to district police chief Lt. Col. Dicky Sondani speaking to the AP.

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WATCH: Sumatran tiger cubs play in the wild

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Photos Show Frontliners Carrying Out Disinfection Work On Mt Kinabalu's Peak

On Saturday, 3 October, the peak of Mount Kinabalu underwent disinfection work, according to viral photos posted on Facebook

The disinfection exercise came after a climber tested positive for COVID-19 last month.In a statement on 25 September, the Board of Trustees of Sabah Parks (LPATTS) had said that the climber tested positive for the virus following close contact with another patient.The timestamp in the photos showed the work was carried out between 10am to 1pm.

Image via Julaimin Kamin/Sabah Parks (Facebook)

Image via Julaimin Kamin/Sabah Parks (Facebook)

The park has been closed since 25 September until 8 October

"All Kinabalu Park staff and mountain guide that had close contact with the hiker will have to undergo mandatory quarantining at home until they have their results," LPATTS had stated in its statement, adding that during the closure, all public amenities in the park will be sanitised and disinfected.

Image via Julaimin Kamin/Sabah Parks (Facebook)

The dedication of the frontliners carrying out disinfection work at the highest mountain in Malaysia did not go unnoticed from netizens

What are the odds. Effort!  https://t.co/E663XAtusq— Imran Arshad (@imran9arshad) October 3, 2020

Mount Kinabalu's peak is 4,095 metres above sea level

Image via Julaimin Kamin/Sabah Parks (Facebook)

Image via Julaimin Kamin/Sabah Parks (Facebook)

Image via Julaimin Kamin/Sabah Parks (Facebook)

Image via Julaimin Kamin/Sabah Parks (Facebook)

At the time of writing this story, the Facebook post by Sabah Parks had received over 2,400 shares with an equal number of reactions

Recently, a hiker spotted ice crystals formed along the peak:

                [PHOTOS] Rare Sight Of Ice Crystals And 'Snow' Form On Mount Kinabalu

Winter is coming.

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There's A New Syndicate That Delivers Medical Certs To Your Doorstep

We've all been there - feigning sickness for an MC to get a day or two off work.
The whole process fills you with guilt and is highly uncomfortable but there's a new scam in town that may change that.

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Image via Jessy The KL Chic

A recent undercover investigation by The Malay Mail Online revealed the existence of a "service" that allows you to order medical certificates (MC) through WhatsApp

The MC's purchased by the Malay Mail Online reporter, delivered though Pos Laju.
Image via The Malay Mail Online

According to the report by The Malay Mail Online today, 5 September, they had apparently come across the service through a name card that was left on a vehicle in Kota Damansara. Using the number of the name card, a Malay Mail journalist had ordered two MCs via WhatsApp on 27 August, and three days later, the MCs were delivered to the reporter's house. The report also mentioned that the MCs can also be ordered through the supplier's Facebook page.

After a quick search, we found a Facebook page that might be linked to the same scam. It comes equipped with contact details and the promise of hassle-free MC delivery.

The suspected MC scam's Facebook page.
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The page looks relatively new, with the oldest post dating back to 16 May.  What's really interesting is that they even provide special promotions for MC purchases:

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It was also reported that an MC usually costs RM30 but the Malay Mail reporter was charged RM50 for each MC as they had requested for MCs from different clinics

The supplier had also included a complimentary MC along with the two requested ones. "You will be given a tracking code to monitor the delivery process of your MCs, so you wouldn’t have to worry about it not reaching you."You have the option of using the complimentary MC for one of your requested off day or choose to keep it," said the supplier that identified himself at Dave Nadiniel, as reported by The Malay Mail Online.

"The clinics are mostly around Klang Valley, so your employer would not suspect you providing a fake MC," assured Dave, according to the report.

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Two of the clinics named in the MCs received by The Malay Mail were Mediviron Subang and Medijaya Damansara Utama. Eager  to shed light on the matter, the English daily had visited both the clinics only to find out that the doctors were completely shocked and unaware of this scam that has been going on. "This is embarrassing as I never would have thought I would be a victim of syndicates supplying fake MCs," said Dr Amanjit Kaur of Mediviron Subang to Malay Mail, adding that she has been warned by family and friends to be more careful of scams like this.  She further clarified that the official template of her MC is very different from the one issued by the syndicate.

Meanwhile, Dr Ng Ee Vern from Medijaya Damansara Utama was equally perplexed by the situation, stressing that he didn't think people would go to this extent just for the sake of MCs

"I have never dealt with an issue like this. Despite knowing there is a demand for fake MCs, I did not expect it to reach this extent," added Dr Ng. He also said that the MCs issued by him are of different size and font, compared to the ones sold by the syndicate.

Would you buy MCs from a syndicate like this? Let us know what you think about this issue in the comment section below!


Man Allegedly Kills Himself, Family, And Pet Dogs Because He 'Didn't Want To Die Alone'

A 45-year-old Indonesian business man allegedly shot his family and drowned their pet dogs before killing himself last week, 24 October

Ong with his family during a holiday.
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On 27 October, The Jakarta Post reported that Fransiskus Xaverius Ong had left two notes saying that he was "so tired" but "loved" his wife and children and "could not afford to leave them alone in this world."The murder took place on Wednesday morning at the family's house in Palembang, South Sumatra. It is believed that Ong killed his 43-year-old wife, Margereth Yentin Liana, his 18-year-old son, Rafael Fransiskus, and 11-year-old daughter, Kathlyn Fransiskus.

Ong left notes behind.
Image via The Jakarta Post

According to witnesses, Ong had shown several signs of his plan the night before

One of the family's housemaids, Dewi, told police that Ong drank coffee and played piano at 8pm the day before – something that he only does when he has a problem.She added that later that night, he gathered all of his employees and housemaids at his home and gave them money.He also sent a WhatsApp message at 3am to his highschool group asking for forgiveness and for them to remember his good deeds. One of the members replied, "What are you blabbering about at 3am in the morning?"

Ong was known by his nickname, Amat.
Image via The Jakarta Post

Another housemaid, Sarah, had gone to Ong's daughter's room the following morning and was shocked to find blood stains on her pillow. Initially thinking it was a nose bleed, Sarah inspected further and found that the blood came from Kathryn's head.The housemaids then ran to the parents' room to inform them but found the door locked with no one responding. They then contacted the neighbours and police, who finally discovered that the family had been killed.

Image via Y_Maretha/Instagram

Police investigations revealed that Ong may have planned out the whole murder beforehand

"Based on [the findings] of gunshot residue analysis, it was revealed that Fransiskus was the one who pulled the trigger," said South Sumatra Police chief Inspector General Zulkarnain Adinegara on Friday, 26 October.Investigations showed that Ong first shot his wife in their bedroom and then lit a cigarette to smoke on their balcony."We found cigarette butts partly covered in blood, as well as coffee stains outside the bedroom. We assume he smoked a cigarette and thought about his actions before proceeding to murder his children," Zulkarnain said, according to the news portal.He then reportedly shot his son and daughter in their respective bedrooms. Police believe that he drowned both his dogs in the bathtub before returning to his own room, locking the door, and shooting himself.

While the police have yet to find a clear motive behind the murder, they suspect that Ong's wife demanded for a divorce after claiming that he had an affair

Ong's notes also offered another possibility for his motive. "He didn't want to die alone. That's why he also murdered his entire family," said Zulkarnain.The bodies of the family have since been cremated.

Image via Y_Maretha/Instagram

Suicide is never the option. If you or anyone you know may be at risk of suicide, call these hotlines:

1. ALL WOMEN'S ACTION SOCIETY (AWAM) - TELENITA Address: 85, Jalan 21/1, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Contact: +603-7877 0224 | Website 2. BEFRIENDERS Address: 95 Jalan Templer, 46000, Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Contact: +603-7956 8144 | +603-7956 8145 | [email protected] | Website3. DBKL TELECOUNSELLINGAddress: Tingkat 1, Menara DBKL, Jalan Raja Laut 50350 Kuala Lumpur.Contact: 1800-88-2600 | 03-26179905 4. TALIAN NUR Contact: 15999 | [email protected] 5. WOMEN'S AID ORGANISATION (WAO) Contact: +03-7956 3488 | [email protected] | Website

Here's where you can also find help:

                Where To Find Counsellors And Therapists In The Klang Valley

Remember, asking for help is not a sign of weakness.

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You Can Get Google Apps On The HUAWEI Mate50 Series And Other Selected Devices. Here's How

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HUAWEI has always released some great products, and they took it up a notch this year with the HUAWEI Mate50 series

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With two variants, the HUAWEI Mate50 and HUAWEI Mate50 Pro, these devices garnered high demand since they were first released a few months ago, and have got people lining up since the launch.I mean, just look at all these people lining up, memang gempak! :O

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The phones come in Silver and Black, and also feature HUAWEI's signature Kunlun glass material, a type of reinforced glass used as the smartphone's screen

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HUAWEI's engineers took inspiration from reinforced concrete constructions to develop Kunlun glass for the Mate50 series.To increase the smartphone's glass resistance to drops, HUAWEI imbued a significant number of nanocrystals to create a thick supporting framework. To come up to this decision, HUAWEI first collaborated with a business that specialised in glass. Then after four years of deep research, the company made a breakthrough in the manufacturing of basic glass by adding a particular metal oxide to create Kunlun glass, which increased the phone's drop resistance by 10 times.Initially, the Kunlun glass variant only came in Orange, but due to overwhelming popularity, two new colours have been introduced, which are Carbon Black and Silver.

You'll also be able to access native Google apps on the Mate 50!  Haaa, excited anot? ;)

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Previously, one of the main concerns people would have before getting a HUAWEI device is whether or not they could access Google applications through their device. Fortunately, that is no longer a concern for the Mate50 and other HUAWEI devices.

There’s also a new 'LightHouse' app that was recently made available in Malaysia, allowing you to access Google-specific apps such as Google Maps, Google Meet, Google Drive, and more on a HUAWEI device.
Here's how to get it on your phone:

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STEP 1: Look for 'LightHouse' in the HUAWEI AppGallerySTEP 2: Download the appSTEP 3: Go to your HUAWEI phone's settingsSTEP 4: Go to 'App' and tap on 'LightHouse'STEP 5: Press the setting icon on the top right cornerSTEP 6: Tap 'Add Account' and key in your Google login detailsSTEP 7: And you're done! You'll be able to access native Google apps after that with all your Google accounts logged-in into one device.

And you wouldn't have to worry about accessibility, as there's an extensive range of HUAWEI devices that support the app

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The LightHouse app has been updated to support a vast amount of apps in the Google ecosystem, such as Twitter, Luno, Reddit, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapseed. Currently, the HUAWEI devices that support the LightHouse app are: Mate50, Mate50 Pro, Mate Xs2, nova 10, nova 10 Pro, nova 10 SE, nova Y90, nova Y70, nova 9, nova 9 SE, nova 8i,  P50, P50 Pro, P50 Pocket, MatePad SE, MatePad Pro 1, MatePad 10.4, and MatePad Pro 12.6.

Check out the Mate50 Series and even more HUAWEI products on their HUAWEI Experience Stores, Shopee, and Lazada stores

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You can also visit any HUAWEI Experience Store closest to you to know about their Christmas promotion.


One Immigration Raid, 12 Arrests, And A Whole Lotta Drama Erupted At A Cosplay Event In KL

11 foreign performers arrested at KL cosplay event have been released

In a Facebook post published today, 29 March, the organiser of Cosplay Festival 4 confirmed that all 11 cosplayers who were arrested on Saturday, 23 March have been released from the Immigration Department's custody and are now with their respective embassies.

Chontitirat Kaewdang, a Thai national who was one of the 11 foreigners detained on Saturday, opened up about her experience on Facebook shortly after her release

Image via Chontitirat Kaewdang Facebook

Chontitirat, who cosplays under the name Moiichan, revealed that she was invited and not paid to attend the event. She also said that she was not aware that she needed a work visa, adding that the whole fiasco happened because the organiser did not arrange proper legal documentation for his VIP guests.

26 MARCH: A cosplay event in Kuala Lumpur was forced to cancel its second day after its event organiser and 11 foreign guests were arrested during a raid by the Immigration Department

Image via Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia WP Kuala Lumpur Facebook

Officers from the Immigration Department stormed a hotel in Kuala Lumpur, where Cosplay Festival 4 was held, at around 2pm on Saturday, 23 March following a tip-off. Of the 11 foreigners arrested, five of them are Japanese (one of whom resides in Malaysia and was also selling merchandise at the event), three from Singapore, two from Thailand, and one Hong Kong national.

The 11 foreigners, believed to have been invited to cosplay and perform at the event, were reportedly detained because the event organiser had failed to obtain appropriate work visas for them

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"Investigations have revealed that the detained foreigners have been in the country for a few days using a social visit pass," said Kuala Lumpur Immigration director Hamidi Adam.  As such, the visiting cosplayers were considered "illegal immigrants" or Pendatang Asing Tanpa Izin (PATI) for breaching the terms of their social visit pass. Hamidi added that the festival itself was also operating without necessary authorisation from PUSPAL (Central Committee for Application for Filming and Performance by Foreign Artistes).

According to the Immigration Department's website, foreign nationals who are visiting Malaysia for specific professional reasons - even if it's just for a short period - should be entering the country with a Professional Visit Pass (PLIK)

PLIK application guidelines state that it is a "sponsor" or, in this case, the event organiser's responsibility to apply for the pass prior to the applicant's arrival into the country. The application, which is to be submitted to the Immigration Department, would then be forwarded to PUSPAL for coordination and approval before it can be issued by the Immigration Department.

Due to the legal hoo-ha, Cosplay Festival 4's second day - which was scheduled for Sunday, 24 March - was ultimately cancelled

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The fiasco has left a bad taste in ACG enthusiasts' mouths, amidst worries that the "Fyre Festival of cosplay" will ruin the Malaysian community's image

Image via Facebook

Image via Facebook

Image via Facebook

Many also criticised the event organiser, 27-year-old Ahmad Syafiq Nizar Ahmad Radzi, for "cutting corners" despite having organised the past three editions of Cosplay Festival

Image via Facebook

Image via Facebook

Image via Facebook

There were also several unconfirmed allegations that the 27-year-old had been involved in dubious business practices in the past.

At the time of writing, the organiser himself has been released from custody. In an interview with Singaporean portal The New Paper, Syafiq claimed that the arrested cosplayers were "only hobbyists" and were not paid to attend the event.

He also told The New Paper that they paid for their own transport and accommodation, saying, "They are also friends of mine. That is why they were willing to come." He added that he is taking responsibility for the debacle, and that the visiting cosplayers' respective embassies and parents have been informed about the arrests. The New Paper reported that a lawyer has also been hired for 10 of 11 detainees who did not have their own legal representation.

Syafiq also released a statement promising to issue refunds to exhibitors and ticket-holders at a later date

Image via Syafiq Nizar Radzi Facebook

It is believed, however, that the detained foreigners are still in the Immigration Department's custody at the time of writing

SoraNews24 reported that the Japanese embassy has gotten involved, as did the Singapore High Commission in Malaysia, according to The Straits Times. The case is being investigated under Clause 56(1)(d) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 and Sub-regulation 39(b) of Immigration Regulations 1963, both of which carry monetary fines and jail time if found guilty.


[PHOTOS] This Floating Resort In Thailand Looks Like Maldives But Is Much Cheaper

Planning a luxurious holiday doesn't necessarily mean that you need to travel far or empty your bank account

If you've been yearning for a dream vacation to Maldives, but aren't willing to spend RM2,000 a night, look no further than this dreamy retreat in Thailand.

Image via Z9 Resort/Facebook

Image via Z9 Resort

Situated less than four hours away from Bangkok is a quiet, luxurious resort with rooms that float on a lake

Image via Z9 Resort

Z9 Resort's unique eco-friendly structure, made out of discarded timber and other waste material, was completed in 2017. It was awarded for its hospitality in 2018 by Interior Design Awards.The resort has 20 rooms in total, so you can be rest assured that you'll find the privacy you need to relax, away from typical touristy places.

Image via Z9 Resort

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Each room comes with its own private terrace, where you can wake up to a beautiful sunrise overlooking the lake and mountains

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There are two stretches of rooms – the first has 10 houses called 'Escape North', while the second stretch has five houses called 'South the Scene'.The rooms in the 'South the Scene' houses are much smaller than the 'Escape North', but both have an equally scenic view of the horizon.'Escape North' rooms can fit up to three people with an extra bed provided.

Image via Z9 Resort

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While breakfast is usually included in the booking, lunch and dinner are also available at the main resort building

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Image via FreeLance บ้าเที่ยว/Facebook

There are also several fun activities you can do during your stay, such as kayaking or jet-skiing on the lake, and visiting Erawan Waterfall

Image via FreeLance บ้าเที่ยว/Facebook

Image via Tom Yam Thailand

Erawan Waterfall is a seven-tiered waterfall in Thailand, known for its gorgeous, emerald green pools

According to several reviews, some parts even have fish swimming in them that would often nibble on dead skin cells on your feet.

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It is a less than 40-minute drive from the resort, according to Google Maps.You can either drive there, ask the resort to help arrange a driver, or take a bus from Kanchanaburi bus station, which runs every hour to Erawan National Park.Admission into Erawan National Park costs THB300 (RM41) for foreigners and THB100 (RM13.70) for Thais.Find out more about the waterfall in this review.

Z9 Resort is located in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. Here are more details:

Prices of rooms start from THB4500 (RM620) onward.You can book it here.

Address: 71250 Si Sawat, Kanchanaburi, ThailandEmail: [email protected]Website | Instagram | Facebook


BMW Driver Rams Through Railing And Falls 10 Metres After Stepping On Wrong Pedal

A 67-year-old woman was taken to the hospital after she crashed her car through a railing, and fell 10 metres onto a road on 9 August in Singapore

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She is believed to have stepped on the wrong pedal while trying to make a U-turn, after purchasing some flowers from a nursery

Her car crashed through a metal railing and fell 10 metres onto the road below, where it hit a lamp post and landed in an overturned position.

Image via Zao Bao

Image via Zao Bao

An employee at the nursery told Shin Min Daily News that there is only one entrance at the nursery. Drivers have to go up a slope and make a U-turn before they can exit.He also said that the woman was a regular customer, which was why he recognised her BMW.The woman was conscious when she was taken to the hospital.


Minta Pekerja Starbucks Tulis 'Champion' Di Cawan, Pemuda Ini Tak Sangka Ia Jadi Kenyataan

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Menang atau kalah merupakan adat dalam sebuah pertandingan

Ia semua terpulang kepada nasib. Tapi, jika kita berusaha lebih tentu kita akan mendapat apa yang kita mahukan. Contohnya seperti berlatih banyak kali untuk betul-betul mahu menang pertandingan itu.Malah, persekitaran sekeliling dan kata-kata semangat juga amat penting sebelum memulakan perlawanan.Sama seperti video di Twitter ini apabila sekumpulan pemuda berterima kasih kepada pekerja Starbucks kerana menulis kata-kata semangat di cawan mereka telah meraih tumpuan ramai.Lihat video itu di bawah:

Di sebabkan layanan mereka yang sangat baik. Jadi saya nak raikan kemenangan saya bersama mereka<3Starbucks KLIA 2 pic.twitter.com/KtIMTHfNY7— ZeemAhmad (@zeemahmadfs) August 24, 2022

Pekerja siap tulis tambah 'goodluck' untuk perlawanan

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang lelaki berkongsi detik ketika dia dan rakan-rakannya yang akan berlepas ke Indonesia untuk menyertai perlawanan  'Freestyle Football Championship Open' di sana.Mereka kemudian singgah di Starbucks untuk membeli air dan meminta agar pekerja Starbucks itu menulis 'Champion' sebagai nama mereka.Malah, apa yang lebih mengharukan mereka adalah pekerja itu siap menambah perkataan 'goodluck' buat mereka semua.Siapa sangka, mereka akhirnya menang perlawanan tersebut dan mahu meraikan kejayaan mereka itu dengan pekerja yang menulis nota pada cawan mereka tempoh hari.

Image via @zeemahmadfs (Twitter)

Image via @zeemahmadfs (Twitter)

"Makbul doa akak tu, 'InshaAllah, amin'. And tahniah bro and team. Champion" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan reaksi yang positif selepas melihat video itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 89.4K views, 1,361 retweets dan 3,587 likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di Twitter:

cool‼— IZ (@HIHIHU32) August 25, 2022

Makbul doa akak tu, 'InshaAllah, amin'. And tahniah bro and team. Champion — Hang on, please. (@Luxxmn) August 24, 2022

Awwww congrats !  lurve the lil things —  (@Officialfaryda) August 25, 2022

can feel the energy.  tahniahhh— Afi (@afimohaa) August 24, 2022

Awwww ..... Terharunya btw, congrats—  (@khairaaannissa) August 24, 2022

alhamdulillah , tahniah…. hopes many more to come make nation pride…. all the best….  amin— FRide (@FaisRoza) August 25, 2022

Tahniah.... Doa dimakbulkan.. — Mohd Faidzal (@faidzal_isak) August 25, 2022

Sempoi bro.. tahniah. Sama lu gua salute.— Budok kkile air batu (@ZohaIrwan) August 24, 2022

tahniah dari Indonesia — Pemegang Mandau (@pemegangmandau) August 26, 2022

Tahniah semua! Tak sia-sia pesan Starbucks hari tu :P

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Apple Might Release CURVED Screen iPhones In 2014. Would You Buy?

Apple maybe planning to follow the lead of its competitors by releasing an iPhone with a curved screen in 2014

According to Bloomberg reports, Apple Inc. is said to be developing new iPhone designs including bigger screens with curved glass and enhanced sensors that can detect different levels of pressure.

        bizjournals.com

Curved iPhone?
Concept images courtesy: Ciccaresedesign
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Two models planned for release in the second half of 2014 would feature larger displays with glass that curves downward at the edges, said a Bloomberg source, who declined to be identified because the details haven't been released to the public.

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The hardware update could boost Apple’s brand after years of minimal design changes, playing up to consumer demand for fresh features

There’s two curved-screen iPhone models planned for release during the second half of 2014, according to Bloomberg’s unnamed sources.  One model would feature larger displays with glass curving downward at the edges.

        siliconangle.com

Sensors that can distinguish heavy or light touches on the screen may be incorporated into subsequent models.

        independent.co.uk

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With screens at 4.7 inches and 5.5 inches, the two models would be Apple’s largest iPhones, approaching the size of rival smartphones, including the 5.7-inch Galaxy Note 3 launched by Samsung in September.

        indiatimes.com

But the iPhone's curved display may be different than its competitors

Earlier this year, the company filed a patent for an "electronic device with wrap around display." Apple's display extends around the edges of the proposed iPhone models.

        go.com

Apple filed a patent for a curved iPhone display back in March of this year.
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When coupled with improved pressure sensors, which were also alluded to in the Bloomberg report, Moorhead said that the result could be a buttonless iPhone. "By curving the glass around the edges and making the display pressure sensitive, you can eliminate buttons."

        techcrunch.com

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[VIDEO] "Anak Tertidur" - Mak & Ayah Sampai Kena Kejut Guna Galah Suruh Buka Pintu

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Pasti anda semua pernah berada dalam situasi di mana anda tidak boleh masuk ke dalam rumah kerana pintu terkunci bukan?

Ada yang perlu menunggu ahli keluarga yang lain pulang untuk masuk ke dalam rumah. Lebih teruk, ada juga yang sanggup panjat pagar atau masuk melalui tingkap kerana tidak mempunyai kunci. Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok ini berkenaan sepasang suami isteri terpaksa mengejutkan anak mereka menggunakan galah untuk membuka pintu ini telah mencuri tumpuan ramai. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @zierarizqi Kakak ooohh kakak..   Cartoon sound that causes funny laughter(877048) - tomotam

Tetap tak bangun walaupun sudah guna pelbagai cara untuk kejutkan

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @zierarizqi, dia dan suaminya sedang mengejutkan anak mereka yang tertidur di dalam bilik menggunakan galah. Difahamkan, mereka keluar sebentar ke dobi dan apabila pulang anak mereka itu sudah tertidur dan mengunci pintu. Walaupun sudah menggunakan pelbagai cara termasuk mengejutkan si anak menggunakan galah namun dia masih tidak sedar. Akhirnya, anaknya itu dilihat sudah bangun namun masih dalam keadaan mamai.Lihat video sambungan itu di bawah:

  @zierarizqi   Cartoon sound that causes funny laughter(877048) - tomotam

"Adik saya sampai 10 kali baling batu, last sekali sedar sebab sakit gila kepala memang lebam la kepala saya kena batu banyak sebab pintu rumah kunci" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 1.6M tontonan, 70.3K tanda suka dan 752 komen di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat situasi lucu tersebut.Malah, ada juga yang berkongsi pengalaman yang serupa. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Mesti penat sangat, itu yang sampai cucuk guna galah pun tak sedar :P

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Like Facebook, follow Twitter dan Instagram SAYS Seismik serta temui segala cerita 'mesti kongsi' sekarang!

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Did You Know: The Old KL Railway Station Was Designed To Be Snowproof. Here's Why

Standing in the heart of the city since 1910 is one of the oldest colonial structures in Malaysia — the Kuala Lumpur railway station

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With its large arches and iconic white dome-capped towers, the old railway station resembles a glorious Indian palace

The man behind the station's design was British colonial architect Arthur Benison Hubback, who was also responsible for 25 other buildings in Malaysia, including the Ipoh railway station.

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Before Petronas Twin Towers came into the picture, the old KTM station was among the most photographed symbols of the city

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In 1986, the station went under extreme renovations as modern counterparts replaced the old ones. The roof, which was once partially open to allow smoke from steam trains to escape, was replaced with corrugated roof sheets.Air-conditioned halls and tourism information counters were also added, while most of the building's exterior was repaired and preserved.

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However, here's where it gets interesting: the railway station's iron roof has actually been built to withstand snow

Yep, you read that right. If it miraculously snows in our hot and humid country, the railway station will be able to support up to three metres worth of snowfall.

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The reason for this strange design element makes sense though, if you look at Malaysia's history

Since Malaysia (known as Malaya back then) was under the British rule in 1911, the railway station was built according to England's railway specifications. And since railroad stations in England were specified to have an iron roof capable of withstanding snow, so did ours.According to this article, the previous railway station only had a thatched roof in 1886, which was around the same time the first railroad line was constructed.

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The first Kuala Lumpur railway station in 1886 was called the Resident Station.
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For close to 100 years, the magnificent station served as the city's main railway hub before KL Sentral took over in 2001.
That's when it began to slowly lose its prominent role as a space for mass transportation.

Despite that, the original railway hub is still being used today for certain KTM Komuter services and remains an iconic part of Malaysian history.

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Speaking of trains, this vintage-looking locomotive in Malaysia looks like it came out of a Wes Anderson film:

                This Luxury Train Ride Takes You On A Scenic Tour Of Southeast Asia Just Like In Europe

It's like a mobile five-star hotel.

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"It Was Traumatising" – PDRM & JAWI Raid Private Drag Queen Halloween Party At REXKL

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A private drag queen Halloween party, Shagrilla, was raided by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and the Federal Territory Islamic Religious Department (JAWI) on Saturday, 29 October

The Halloween party was attended by the LGBTQIA+ community, who all dressed up for the occasion following the party's theme, Club Kids Are Dead.One of the event attendees told this SAYS writer that the event, which was held at REXKL, was raided by PDRM and JAWI at approximately 9.40pm, minutes after the partygoers had all entered the venue.What was supposed to be a safe space and event for the community was cut short when the music stopped, and the attendees realised something was amiss.

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According to the source, PDRM and JAWI separated the audience by gender, then individually checked each person to see if they were crossdressing

Following gender separation, the police divided the group based on religious beliefs. One group comprised Muslims, while the other comprised people of other faiths.According to activist Numan Afifi, who was also arrested at the event, the event had over 1,000 attendees and was raided by 40 religious officers backed by the police, reported New Straits Times.Numan also described the raid as "traumatising and harrowing".

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A Black Maria truck transported 20 Muslims to JAWI's office, where they were detained, including drag queens who were cross-dressing in their Halloween costumes and transwomen

While those detained were being led out of the venue to be transported, the LGBTQIA+ community and allies applauded and cheered in solidarity for them.Numan also stated that some of those detained were accused of offences related to cross-dressing, while the others were detained for encouraging vice.All 20 people detained at JAWI's office in Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur, were released on the same night after activists were able to obtain lawyers and bail them out.

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Meanwhile, REXKL has issued a statement regarding the raid and expressed support for the LGBTQIA+ community:

                "We Celebrate, Not Destroy" — REXKL Expresses Support For Community After Halloween Raid

"We stand with our community and will not tolerate prejudice of any kind."

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In June, Carmen Rose, a drag artist, shared with SAYS about the world of drag in Malaysia:

                From Police Raids To Music Videos — Inside The Beautiful World Of Malaysian Drag

Taking a stand on human rights one performance at a time.

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'Friendly Is Ok, Flirting Is Not' - Wanita Kongsi Tips Elak Gangguan Seksual Semasa Hiking

Artikel ini merupakan sebuah tulisan dan sumbangan daripada Izza Rosli di Facebook untuk diterbitkan semula oleh TSG #KasiJadi atas keizinan.

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Hiking, jungle trekking, dan camping sepatutnya menjadi aktiviti outdoor yang seronok dan selamat buat semua orang. Inilah masa terbaik untuk kita bebaskan diri daripada kesibukan kota dan betul-betul menikmati ketenangan, kehijauan, dan menghargai bumi ciptaan Tuhan.Namun sejak akhir-akhir ini, aktiviti ini semakin dicemari oleh gangguan seksual yang berleluasa. Jika sebelum ini kes gangguan seksual amat jarang berlaku, sekarang lain pula ceritanya. Ramai pendaki wanita membuat aduan bahawa diri mereka telah diganggu secara seksual oleh segelintir pendaki lelaki apabila berada di dalam hutan.Perkara ini bukanlah sesuatu yang harus dipandang ringan dan ia perlu ditangani dengan segera sebelum merebak dengan lebih luas. Bagaimana caranya?

Izza Rosli, seorang pendaki tegar terpanggil untuk memberi tips bagi mengelakkan dan mencegah gangguan seksual ke atas pendaki wanita pada masa depan. Baca di bawah:

Dulu aku dah share benda ni. Meh aku up balik.Ini adalah hasil brainstorming dari sekumpulan pendaki wanita pada tahun lepas.Sedikit perkongsian tentang kempen kesedaran gangguan seksual #braveforward (thanks abang Poncho Zms untuk cadangan nama kempen) yang terjadi semasa pendakian. Sila baca dengan tenang dan fikir sebelum komen. Sindiran, kecaman dan makian tidak akan dilayan. Malah saya akan hapus terus kerana ianya tidak bersifat membina.

Gangguan Seksual Semasa Pendakian

Apa itu gangguan seksual?Gangguan seksual ialah sebarang tingkah laku bersifat seksual yang tidak diingini, merangkumi gangguan secara lisan, visual, psikologi atau fizikal. Perkara ini boleh berlaku di mana-mana tidak kira tempat, waktu dan usia. Boleh juga terjadi di tempat kerja, rumah atau di dalam hutan!

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Sudah tiba masanya pendaki wanita bangkit dan pertahankan maruah mereka. Belajar untuk berkata TIDAK #NOmeansNO! Learn how to stand up for yourselves!Di sini, disertakan beberapa perkara yang boleh diberi perhatian bagi mengurangkan masalah gangguan seksual semasa pendakian dan langkah-langkah yang boleh diambil jika anda telah diganggu secara seksual.

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Langkah-langkah pencegahan:

Sebelum pendakian:1. Kenali line-up/peserta/guide/gogo yang mengikuti pendakian. Sebagai peserta, anda harus melakukan background atau reputation check terhadap guide dan gogo anda. Background check boleh dilakukan dengan membuat random survey melalui teman-teman pendaki yang pernah menggunakan khidmat guide/gogo.2. Menetapkan batas (set boundaries) di antara diri dengan pendaki berlainan jantina. Bukanlah bermaksud anda tidak lansung bercakap dengan mereka, tapi lebih kepada berjaga-jaga dalam pergaulan, lebih-lebih lagi dengan pendaki/guide/gogo yang sudah berkahwin. Friendly is good, but flirting is not.3. Tetapkan niat mendaki yang betul. Mendakilah kerana alam, bukan kerana manusia atau kerana mahu mencari jodoh. Alam sepatutnya menginsafkan kita dan mendekatkan kita kepada Pencipta.

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Semasa pendakian:1. Elakkan dari tidur di bawah satu fly bercampur lelaki perempuan. Jika terpaksa tidur di bawah fly yang sama, asingkan bahagian lelaki dan perempuan dengan timbunan beg sebagai penghadang.2. Jika anda merasa ada simptom-simptom pelik yang ditunjukkan oleh guide/gogo/peserta lelaki kepada anda (seperti flirting way TOO HARD, giving TOO MUCH attention to you alone but not to others, TOO MUCH unnecessary touching and such). SILA JAUHKAN DIRI ANDA DARI SI PELAKU DENGAN KADAR SEGERA.3. Pakailah pakaian yang bersesuaian sebab kita bukan boleh agak manusia ni. Ibarat air laut, ada pasang ada surutnya, begitulah juga dengan imannya manusia.4. Sekali lagi, berhati-hati dan berpada-pada dalam pergaulan. Jaga solat, jaga batas, jaga diri dan jadilah pendaki wanita yang bermaruah.

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Langkah-langkah yang perlu diambil sekiranya anda merasa anda TELAH diganggu secara seksual:

Semasa pendakian:1. Tegur si pelaku. Highlight apa yang menyebabkan anda berasa tidak selesa dengannya. Be firm.2. Jika langkah di atas gagal, sila jauhkan diri, abaikan pelaku (sejauh yang mungkin, jangan ada sebarang bentuk komunikasi pun) dan trekking dengan peserta lain yang boleh dipercayai.3. Jika si pelaku masih mengganggu, sila laporkan hal tersebut kepada orang lain yang anda percaya dalam pendakian tersebut (gogo, guide, peserta lain).4. Jangan sesekali beri peluang untuk pelaku dan anda berada dalam situasi berdua-duaan, jangan bagi chance!5. Jika kejadian terjadi semasa anda tidur, lemah atau berada dalam keadaan tidak berdaya untuk melawan, JERIT! Sentiasa bawa alat keselamatan seperti pepper spray, pisau lipat kecil, whistle atau penggera keselamatan bersaiz kecil untuk digunakan pada waktu-waktu kecemasan.6. Jangan lupa untuk simpan segala bukti dan saksi semasa kejadian untuk memudahkan proses laporan kepada pihak atasan/polis.

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Selepas pendakian:1. Jika tiada tanda-tanda keinsafan dapat dilihat dari si pelaku, atau jika perkara yang sama berulang lagi, sila laporkan segera kepada organisasi tertentu.Contoh, jika si pelaku adalah guide, sila laporkan ke pihak atasan di mana guide tersebut mendaftar. Jika si pelaku adalah gogo, sila laporkan ke polis atau Persatuan Penganjur-penganjur Aktiviti Lasak Malaysia.Dan jika si pelaku adalah salah seorang peserta pendakian, sila laporkan ke guide/gogo/polis.2. Abaikan segala bentuk komunikasi dengan pelaku. Senang cerita, jangan kawan dengan dia dah. Block je nombor telefon dan akaun media sosial dia.3. Tetapi, jangan lupa simpan segala bukti dan saksi semasa kejadian untuk digunakan semasa laporan. Walau benci macam mana pun, tak nak tengok nama dia pun, SIMPAN BAHAN BUKTI.4. Beri amaran pada teman-teman pendaki wanita yang lain agar berhati-hati dengan pelaku (jika pelaku masih degil dan tidak berubah).

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Semoga langkah-langkah di atas dapat dijadikan sebagai panduan kepada semua pendaki-pendaki wanita Malaysia dalam menangani isu gangguan seksual semasa pendakian

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Hormati gunung dan jadilah pendaki yang bertanggungjawab dan bermaruah.Dari wanita untuk wanita.#braveforward #NOmeansNO

Follow kami di Instagram @tsgkasijadi untuk lebih banyak adventure dan gambar-gambar yang WOW!

TSG #KasiJadi adalah sekumpulan sahabat yang tak henti-henti berkeliaran. Mana kami mahu pergi, kami kasi jadi!

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Kalau nak pergi Bali, jangan lupa pergi sini!

                Pulau Magikal Ini Hanya Terletak Di Bali. Ini Cara & Tips Untuk Pergi Dan Alaminya Sendiri

Salah satu tempat paling hot dan paling trending masa kini!

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Lee Zii Jia Has A Douyin Account Where He Raps & Sings For His Followers

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Ladies and gentlemen, did you know that other than being our national shuttler, Lee Zii Jia is also a budding rapper and singer?

Yes! When Lee is not training for badminton, he spends his time in front of a microphone singing his heart out.Uploading all his covers on Douyin – China's equivalent of TikTok — Lee has over two dozen videos of him singing songs of various genres.Sometimes, Lee is an acoustic cover artiste, serenading his followers with his voice while playing the guitar; other times, he is a rap god, hitting every beat and enunciation.His last video was him rapping a trap song.

Lee uses the handle 'KOBEH98' on Douyin, a name that can be seen as a homage to one of his favourite athletes Kobe Bryant, while '98' is his birth year

As of writing, the 23-year-old has 55,000 followers on Douyin, a number that is far below his followers on Instagram — which has 705,000. It is time to get on the video-sharing platform to support our national shuttler's singing and rapping side career!

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In the comment section of his latest video, many netizens called on Lee to quickly upload a new video as the last cover he did was on 29 May

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His followers are pretty demanding. ;pHundreds of them called Lee their 'baby' in the comments section too.

Some netizens lauded him for playing well in the Olympics, while others praised him for having a multitude of talents

A top comment even suggested he participate in The Rap of China after he has returned from the Olympics.

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Lee does not seem to have a TikTok account and he does not always post his covers on his Instagram account.To follow our national shuttler on Douyin, you can download the app by visiting their website here and clicking on their download link on an Android phone. As for iPhone users, you can get the app after you have changed your Apple ID's country or region to China.

Watch a video of Lee rapping that he uploaded to his Instagram account below:

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Lee's other favourite athlete is LeBron James:

                9 Things To Know About Malaysia's 23-Year-Old Badminton Hero Lee Zii Jia

Lee quickly became a household name after winning the All England Open this year.

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Explore These 5 Exciting Destinations In Australia With Malaysia Airlines

This Spotlight is sponsored by Malaysia Airlines.

You can book flights to Australia via Malaysia Airlines from as low as RM919*

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You can enjoy up to 30kg check-in baggage when you fly with Malaysia Airlines (40kg for Business Class) and enjoy yummy in-flight meals that are prepared according to your dietary requirements. Not forgetting the wide choice of in-flight entertainment you get onboard!They're also having a sale* now:Sale period: 26 March - 2 April 2018Travel period: 1 June - 19 November 2018*Info has been updated to reflect the latest changes on the promo.

Here are some ideas on what you can do in Australia:

Adelaide

1. Go on a shopping spree at the Adelaide Central Markets

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Food lovers should check out the Adelaide Central Markets for their wide array of fresh produce, ranging from vegetables, fruits, cheeses, and even pizzas. Wake up early to join their breakfast tour, or sign up for their cheese appreciation course to learn more about locally-produced cheeses.

2. Stroll around the beautiful Mount Lofty Botanic Garden

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The Mount Lofty Botanic Garden in Adelaide is known for its beautiful gardens and gullies. The Lakeside Trail is a good place to start, where you'll able to see their famous camellias. Adventurous travellers can try the Heysen Trail that will bring you through a hill range.

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Brisbane

3. Get up close and personal with the dolphins at Tangalooma Island Resort

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It's said that two families of wild dolphins have been visiting the island resort since the 80's. The dolphin feeding then became a popular ritual and activity for the resort owners and their guests. There will be Eco Rangers around to guide you on how to approach and feed the dolphins.

4. Join a free local tour organised by the Brisbane Greeters

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Not sure where to go? Get one of the Brisbane Greeters to bring you on an in-depth tour of their city! The Greeters are locals who volunteer as tour guides, who are also the experts on the best places to visit and dine at in Brisbane. You can book a tour via their website.

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Melbourne

5. Hop on the Puffing Billy Railway for a tour of the Dandenong Ranges

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The Puffing Billy is one of the world's best preserved steam railways. The historic train runs through the Dandenong Ranges, which offers you a spectacular view of its beautiful forests and glades. Thrill-seekers will love the open-sided carriage as it allows you to dangle your legs outside the carriage.

6. Try the Blueberry and Ricotta Hotcakes at Top Paddock, said to be the best brunch dish in Melbourne

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You can't leave Melbourne without trying the most popular brunch dish in town - the ricotta hotcakes from Top Paddock. These hotcakes are served with fresh berries, organic maple syrup, seeds, and cream. And it looks really good on Instagram too!

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Perth

7. Snap a selfie with the quokkas on Rottnest Island

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These cute creatures are called "the happiest animal of earth" thanks to its adorable smile. They're only found in certain parts of Western Australia, like Rottnest Island and Bald Island. You can get to Rottnest Island to visit the quokkas via the daily ferry rides available.

8. Challenge yourself on the Bibbulmun Track

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The Bibbulmun Track is one of the most best scenic walks in the world, offering you a great view of the hill and coast. The track is 1,000km-long with trail markers at every 500m. You can join one of the many guided tours organised by the Bibbulmun Track Foundation, including one called Star Trek that shows you where the best places are for stargazing.

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Sydney

9. Enjoy fresh seafood at the Sydney Fish Market

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The Sydney Fish Market is known to have the freshest seafood in town. You get to pick your own food, and have it cooked on the spot. Lunch doesn't get any fresher than this. Oyster lovers should definitely try the famous Rock Oysters they have in store.

10. Admire the artworks on display in the White Rabbit Gallery

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White Rabbit Gallery is the place to be if you're into visual art. The museum displays Chinese contemporary art, and its collection is one of the most important ones in the world. You can check out the artworks by yourself, or join their walking tours at 11am or 2pm daily.

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Head to malaysiaairlines.com and book your flight to Australia now

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Teacher Catches Father In PJ Hitting Daughter With Wooden Cane During Online Class

A school teacher made a police report after witnessing one of her students being beaten by their father with a wooden cane during online class

According to Harian Metro, Petaling Jaya police chief ACP Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal said the 36-year-old Shah Alam primary school teacher made the report on 31 October, the same day that she saw the incident."According to the report, the teacher informed that she saw her student getting hit by her father with a piece of wood or cane on the back of the victim's body," Nik Ezanee said in a statement on Thursday, 5 November.

ACP Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal.
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Following the report, the police arrested the suspect at a carpark in Section 8, Petaling Jaya on Wednesday, 4 November

"The suspect admitted to hitting his child and said he did so to ensure she would be more attentive during class," said the police chief, as quoted by The Star.He added that the suspect had no prior records and had been released on bail due to health issues.

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The case is being investigated under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 for child abuse

Meanwhile, Nik Ezanee added that the Social Welfare Department (JKM) has made an evaluation and decided to return the child back to her family.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness.
If you or anyone you know may be at risk of domestic violence, please call these Malaysian hotlines:

1. WOMEN'S AID ORGANISATION (WAO)24-hour | Contact: +603-79563488 | SMS/WhatsApp: +6018-9888058 | Website | Facebook | Twitter2. ALL WOMEN'S ACTION SOCIETY (AWAM)Weekdays (9.30am - 4.30pm) | Contact: +603-78770224 | WhatsApp: +6016-2284221 | +6016-2374221 | Email: [email protected] | Website | Facebook | Twitter3. WOMEN'S CENTRE FOR CHANGE PENANG (WCC PENANG)Weekdays (9am - 5pm) | Contact: +604-2280342 | +604-3988340 | WhatsApp: +6011-31084001 | +6016-4390698 | Email: [email protected] | Website | Facebook | Twitter4. TALIAN KASIH24-hour | Contact: 15999 | WhatsApp: +6019-2615999 | Email: [email protected] | Website | Facebook5. TELENISA LEGAL AID CLINICWeekdays (8am - 10pm) | Contact: +6011-23701006 | WhatsApp: +6011-23701006 | Email: [email protected] | Facebook | Twitter6. BUDDY BEAR CHILDLINEDaily (12pm - 12am) | Contact: 1800-18-2327 | Email: [email protected] | Facebook | Instagram

Malaysia saw a sharp rise in domestic violence this year as families are forced to be at home with their abusers:

                Twitter Releases Notification Service To Help Victims Of Domestic Abuse Stuck At Home

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19-Year-Old Shares Photos Of Her Damaged Lungs As Plea To Others To Stop Vaping

Recently, a 19-year-old from the United States took to Instagram to share about her personal experience with vaping-related lung damage in hopes that others will think twice before they vape

"Please share this post with anyone who uses a Juul, vape, e-cigarette, and wax or oil cartridges," wrote Claire, under the Instagram handle @clairechunggg."For the past three weeks, I had a consistent high fever of 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) with no other symptoms whatsoever. We assumed I only had the flu or a cold," she began."However, after a couple of weeks of taking over-the-counter medications and not getting any better, I went to get checked further."After running many tests and considering malaria and autoimmune disorders, she said that her chest X-ray showed what the doctors thought was "a slight pneumonia in the lower area of my left lung".Nevertheless, after being on two antibiotics for 48 hours, her fever was still high. So on Christmas morning, she was sent to an emergency room where they admitted her to be given more rigorous antibiotics and intravenous fluids.

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"Between the emergency room, infectious disease, and pulmonary departments, they exhausted all tests and options and still nothing was helping," Claire continued

"A CT scan of my lungs was ordered and it revealed extremely disturbing results," she said."Healthy lungs on a scan should be black," she explained, "However, my 19-year-old lungs were completely hazy and white in the scans, entirely covering both lungs".

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"I was taken by ambulance to be admitted into more intensive care. They couldn't determine whether the scans were showing fluid, blood, bacteria, or infection. They were still unable to actually treat the cause of my symptoms."In a separate post, Claire shared pictures that she had taken of her CT scans, compared side-by-side to normal ones.

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Conducting more tests and eventually a bronchoscopy - a procedure involving a scope to visualise the lungs - it was determined that there was no infection

Instead, Claire said, "My lung tissue was just completely destroyed from using Juuls, vapes, and oil cartridges."She then added that if she were not on break at home, she would not have had access to healthcare and "would most likely be dead within the next month".

"The scariest part is that even with the extent of the damage, I never once felt any of it," she shared

According to Claire, she had never experienced any shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, chest pain, or other signs of respiratory distress."Please take it from personal experience that this is not worth it, coming from something as stupid as a nicotine device. The stories that you see online are real. Death was a very real possibility and I am still hospitalised with a long list of intravenous drugs and steroids," she wrote.

			I may have permanent scarring in my lungs, and it's all because of Juuls and cartridges.

In the United States, there was an outbreak of a mysterious respiratory illness which doctors have linked to the use of vapes and electronic cigarettes

The mysterious respiratory illness has since been dubbed vaping-associated lung disease, or e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury (EVALI).Doctors have described seeing a pattern of lung injuries in their patients who had reported a history of using electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes, e-vaporisers, e-hookahs, vapes, or vape pens.At the end of 2019, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) had recorded a total of 2,561 people in the US hospitalised with EVALI.There were 55 confirmed deaths due to EVALI, the youngest being a 17-year-old boy from New York.

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The exact cause of the illness is still unknown

According to The New York Times, US health authorities are testing vape materials and studying samples from patients in an effort to find the cause.They are particularly concerned about the huge amount of illicit tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) - the psychoactive component in marijuana - products in circulation, which contain unknown solvents, diluting agents, and flavourings that may be toxic to the lungs, aside from the action of vaping itself.

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In the meantime, health officials around the world have urged the public not to vape

They emphasised that those who choose to do so anyway should especially avoid products sold on the street or on the Internet.

A 17-year-old from Labuan, Sabah was admitted to the hospital in November last year as the first case of vaping-related lung disease in Malaysia:

                A 17-Year-Old Was Admitted To ICU In Labuan Over Suspected Vaping-Related Lung Injury

It is the first such case in Malaysia.

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This 21-Year-Old US Singer Was Arrested By Immigration Officers During Her KL Show

Maggie Lindemann, a 21-year-old American pop star, was arrested halfway through her show at The Bee, Publika on 21 June

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In an Instagram post yesterday, 4 July, Maggie revealed that she was detained and held in a "living hell" for five days. "I was detained and arrested mid-way through my set and spent the next five days confined in a living hell," the pop star wrote in the post.

Maggie was detained by immigration officers for not having a permit to perform in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Immigration Department director Hamidi Adam
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"She violated the Immigration Act as she did not have a work visa," Kuala Lumpur Immigration Department director Hamidi Adam told The Malaysian Insight today, 5 July. "(She) did not have a permit from the Central Agencies for Applications for Filming and Performances for Foreign Artistes to perform here," he added.Hamidi also confirmed that Maggie's show was stopped by authorities mid-way.

Nonetheless, the Immigration Department director refuted Maggie's claim that she was detained for five days

According to The Star, Hamidi stressed that the pop star was detained for a night instead of five."She was detained at Jalan Duta (Immigration KL office) for documentation purposes, and was released with bail the next day," Hamidi was quoted as saying by The Star. On top of that, the show's organiser has since pleaded guilty in court and was fined RM30,000.

Maggie was scheduled to appear in Vietnam and Singapore for her Asia tour after Malaysia

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The shows were initially cancelled due to "unforeseen circumstances", according to The Malaysian Insight. At the time of writing, the 21-year-old has not disclosed the reasons behind her detention.

According to the Immigration Department's website, foreign nationals who are visiting Malaysia for specific professional reasons - even if it's just for a short period - should be entering the country with a Professional Visit Pass (PLIK)

PLIK application guidelines state that it is a "sponsor" or, in this case, the event organiser's responsibility to apply for the pass prior to the applicant's arrival into the country.The application, which is to be submitted to the Immigration Department, would then be forwarded to PUSPAL for coordination and approval before it can be issued by the Immigration Department.

Maggie's statement can be viewed here:

         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by MAGGIE LINDEMANN (@maggielindemann) on Jul 3, 2019 at 5:25pm PDT


The Court Has Dismissed An Injunction Seeking To Stop Tealive's Operations In Malaysia

Looks like the Chatime vs. Tealive drama might be coming to an end soon. In a recent development, the High Court in Kuala Lumpur has dismissed an injunction filed by La Kaffa International Co Ltd against Loob Holding Sdn Bhd.

La Kaffa, the Taiwanese company who owns the Chatime brand name, filed an injunction against Loob Holdings on 17 February following a highly-publicised business dispute. The injunction sought to stop Loob Holdings from carrying a similar business as Chatime i.e. to cease operations of all Tealive outlets, which Loob rebranded all Chatime outlets under its management to following the sudden termination of its master franchisee contract in January.

The dismissal of the injunction bid means that Tealive can continue its business as usual and is free to legally operate in Malaysia. Following the court's decision, Loob Holding CEO Bryan Loo posted the following notice on Facebook:

Image via Vulcan Post Facebook

However, Judicial Commissioner Wong Kian Kheong added that the decision is still subject to the Singapore International Arbitration Centre’s outcome on the arbitration. On that note, the court also ordered Loob Holding to disclose its monthly gross sales to assist in arbitration proceedings.

According to news reports, Judicial Commissioner Wong Kian Kheong ruled in an oral judgement that the injunction would cause great risk of injustice to Loob Holding and its business as well as its associates

"Its 161 Tealive stores and sub franchisees will have to close shop," he said. "The lives of its 800 staff, third parties associated with the business, the shops’ landlords, suppliers and creditors will be adversely affected."

The court also found that the contract termination by La Kaffa was done in bad faith

La Kaffa Chairman Henry Wang (right) presenting an award to Loob Holding CEO Bryan Loo (left).
Image via World Branding Awards

According to a report by Free Malaysia Today, Wong said, "On one side, La Kaffa sent a notice of arbitration to Loob last October and demanded payment of US600,000, while on the other hand the company awarded Loob its best partner award.""La Kaffa also issued media statements to say they are taking over. The Chatime management was against the 45 days’ exit period in the franchise contract."

Need a recap on the Chatime vs. Tealive dispute? Here's a recap of how it all started:

                All 165 Chatime Outlets In Malaysia Will Continue Under A New Brand Name Soon

The decision was made following the termination of the franchise agreement by the Taiwanese owner of the Chatime bran...

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                Loob stresses that ingredients used in Chatime drinks are all halal certified

The Taiwanese company terminated their contract with Loob Holding Sdn. Bhd., the master franchisee of Chatime Malaysi...

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Since then, Loob Holdings has rebranded all Chatime outlets under its management to a new tea company called Tealive:

                It's Official! Chatime Malaysia Has Been Replaced With Tealive

In an exclusive interview with SAYS, Loob Holding CEO Bryan Loo tells us about Tealive's future plans and what consum...

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                What Really Happened Between La Kaffa And Loob Holding? Bryan Loo Tells Us Everything

In an exclusive interview with SAYS, the Loob Holding CEO tells us what he thinks triggered the decline in the busine...

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