Special CCTVs In PJ Will Make Drivers Think Twice About Parking Illegally

The Petaling Jaya Municipal Council (MBPJ) wants to cut down cases of illegal parking by using CCTVs (closed-circuit television) and loudspeakers

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As part of the local council's effort to make Petaling Jaya a 'smart city', MBPJ is utilising technology such as real-time cameras equipped with speakers to monitor and manage traffic flow by reprimanding errant motorists over loudspeakers. It was learned that MBPJ has been using this system since the beginning of this year, in February. This system has been adopted by other cities in the world such as Jakarta and Bandung in Indonesia and Melbourne in Australia for the purpose of controlling the traffic and enforcement, as well as enhancing safety and reducing crime.

Here's how it works:

Council officers on duty will be tasked with monitoring and observing in real-time any activity that is happening in the vicinity from the command centre at Menara MBPJ, using the CCTVs that have been installed around Petaling Jaya.The officer(s) will make announcements using the loudspeaker system to warn offending drivers who were caught on camera for parking their vehicle illegally or obstructing traffic flow. The driver will then be directed to move his or her vehicle accordingly.If the offender refuses, the driver could risk receiving summons, or have his or her vehicle clamped or towed without prior warning.The system is operational 24 hours a day.

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The cameras with loudspeakers have been installed at 12 different strategic spots in the PJ area

The Star Online reported that the CCTVs can be found at the following locations:• Near Affin Bank in Jalan Yong Shook Lin• Amcorp Mall in Jalan Timur• The Art Gallery in Jalan Utara• St. Paul Church in Jalan Utara• Hotel Armada in Jalan Utara• PJ Hilton in Jalan Barat• LRT Asia Jaya in Jalan Utara• Taman Jaya in Jalan Timur• Bulatan Sultan in Jalan Sultan• SK Sri Petaling in Jalan Utara• SMK Bukit Bintang in Jalan Utara• Wisma Yan in Jalan Selangor

MBPJ said the initiative has shown positive outcomes in mitigating traffic problems caused by illegal parking since the system was implemented

Petaling Jaya Mayor Datuk Mohd Azizi Mohd Zain
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Harian Metro reported Petaling Jaya Mayor Datuk Mohd Azizi Mohd Zain as saying that a total of 1,295 vehicles that were obstructing traffic were immediately moved by the drivers after hearing the instructions issued by the MBPJ enforcement officers through the loudspeakers."Our statistics show that 85% of the drivers will immediately remove their vehicles once they hear their vehicle number plates announced through the loudspeaker. If we can't see the number plate from our control centre due to obstruction, we will then describe the colour of the vehicle, model and where it is parked," Mohd Azizi was quoted as saying by The Star Online. He also revealed that there are currently 120 cameras linked with the police to monitor incidents of crime and accidents.

Watch Mohd Azizi explaining more about the smart initiative here:

Datuk Bandar MBPJ Dato' Mohd Azizi Mohd Zain menerangkan fungsi CCTV dan Pembesar Suara yang terdapat disekitar Pusat Bandar Seksyen 52 kepada wartawan dalam majlis Sepetang Bersama Datuk Bandar anjuran Jabatan Penguatkuasaan MBPJ.Posted by Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya on Thursday, October 5, 2017

Do you think this system is effective in managing road congestion and other traffic problems caused by illegal parking? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.

Read more about the initiatives that have been implemented to make Selangor a 'Smart City':

                3 Smart City Initiatives You Didn’t Know Were Already In Place In Selangor

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Jamal Yunos Went For A Haircut But Ended Up In Indonesian Police Custody

"Runaway" Sungai Besar UMNO chief Datuk Seri Jamal Yunos has been arrested by the Indonesian police yesterday, 2 July

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New Straits Times reported Home Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin as saying that the fugitive politician had been picked up by Indonesian police after receiving a request for assistance from Malaysian authorities last month. He added that the Malaysian police had been contacted to coordinate matters to bring Jamal home."I wish to thank the Indonesian government, especially the Indonesian police, for their assistance," Muhyiddin was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today.Prior to his arrest, the Indonesian police had been surveilling and monitoring him for nearly a month.

Jamal was detained while he was having a haircut at a salon

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According to Astro Awani, Jamal was at a salon in South Jakarta when he was picked up by the Indonesian National Police (POLRI). He was also believed to be hiding in Medan, North Sumatra, before he fled to South Jakarta to avoid detection by Indonesian authorities. The report added that Jamal was believed to have used the sea route to arrive in Medan.

Jamal's lawyer, Datuk Mohd Imran Tamrin hoped that no action will be taken against the fugitive politician

"As of tonight (2 July), we don't have full details on his arrest, however we are prepared to go to Indonesia to ensure the process to bring Jamal home proceeds smoothly," Mohd Imran told Bernama.Utusan Online reported that Mohd Imran left for Indonesia earlier today.Previously, Bukit Aman police issued an arrest warrant against Jamal after he disappeared from the Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital on 25 May while receiving treatment for his back pain, according to Free Malaysia Today.The fugitive politician had been charged with at least six offences lately, including breaking crates of beer at the Selangor state secretariat building last October, and for displaying firearm in a viral picture.

Before he vanished from the hospital, Jamal was arrested by the Malaysian police on 22 May:

                Jamal Yunos Has Been Arrested Again

The Red Shirts leader is in trouble.

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Isteri Tak Pakai Mekap & 23 Lagi Alasan Cerai Yang Tak Munasabah Berlaku Di Selangor

Pelik betul kami dibuatnya baru-baru ni selepas terbaca satu thread seorang pengguna Twitter @eatdatpaper yang menceritakan bagaimana sahabatnya diceraikan hanya kerana tidak memakai mekap

Beliau menceritakan bahawa suami rakan baiknya itu tidak suka melihat isterinya tanpa mekap. Malah, sebelum berkahwin pun rakannya itu tidak pernah sekalipun keluar bersama bekas suaminya itu tanpa mengenakan mekap di wajahnya.Hmm pelik betul. Sebab mekap pun boleh jadi kes cerai?

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Bukan itu sahaja, beliau memberitahu ketika mahu 'bersama' pun rakannya itu perlu memakai mekap...Err...

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Kalau difikirkan semula, memang tak munasabah langsung punca penceraian ini berlaku. Tetapi kalau anda nak tahu ada banyak lagi sebab perceraian yang memang tak munasabah.

Tahun lalu, Jabatan Kehakiman Syariah Selangor telah mengeluarkan 23 senarai punca berlakunya kes penceraian di negeri itu. Memetik laporan akhbar Kosmo! bertarikh 13 Januari tahun lalu, sebanyak 38,035 pasangan bercerai sepanjang tempoh Januari hingga Ogos pada tahun 2015.Berdasarkan statistik itu, secara purata sebanyak 156 kes perceraian berlaku setiap hari atau enam kes bagi setiap jam.

Di bawah adalah senarai punca perceraian yang tidak munasabah dikeluarkan oleh Jabatan Kehakiman Syariah Selangor tahun lalu

1. Punggung isteri menggerutu

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2. Suami tidak pandai melakukan hubungan seks

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3. Isteri meminta set persalinan 30 jenis warna untuk baju, seluar dan aksesori

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4. Isteri mengotorkan kopiah suami kerana tidak mahu suami menghabiskan masa berborak di surau

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5. Isteri suka mengikuti rombongan beramai-ramai

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6. Isteri suka membasuh baju pada waktu malam

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7. Suami mencurigai setiap tindakan isteri

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8. Isteri menceritakan kehebatan melakukan hubungan seks dengan pasangan terdahulu

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9. Berbeza fahaman politik

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10. Suami tidak suka isteri makan dalam kereta

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11. Gaji suami lebih rendah

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12. Isteri lambat menyediakan makanan

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13. Pasangan bangun tidur lewat

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14. Suami bekerja tidak tentu masa

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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15. Anak demam dan tak sihat

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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16. Cemburu pasangan berkawan dengan bekas kekasih

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17. Pasangan terlalu cerewet

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18. Pasangan tidur berdengkur

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19. Pasangan gemar membeli-belah

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20. Suami kedekut

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21. Tidak suka cara pasangan menjemur dan membasuh baju

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22. Berebut rancangan televisyen

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23. Pasangan lupa pam tandas

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Bagaimana dengan alasan-alasan di atas? Pernah terfikir ia akan menjadi punca kepada penceraian?

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Adoptive Mum Of Abuse Victim Says She Never Thought He Would Die In His Mum's Care

While a couple in Melaka has been remanded for a week after their seven-year-old boy died from suspected abuse, a 50-year-old woman who had cared for him since he was two months old is heartbroken

Police in Melaka had arrested the boy's mother, aged 32, and his stepfather, aged 38, after the child allegedly drowned in a water tub at their house during the incident at 4pm on Friday, 29 January.In preliminary investigations, authorities found physical injuries on the victim's body. Following which, the husband and his wife were remanded for seven days beginning yesterday, 30 January.

The house in Taman Krubong Jaya where the boy died Friday evening.
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The 50-year-old woman says that she cared for the boy like her own flesh and blood and is heartbroken that he was treated in such a way

According to the woman, who was identified as Norlida Abu Hassan in media reports, she cared for the boy, affectionately known as Adik, for over six years since he was barely two months old.In October last year, the 50-year-old had to hand him back to his biological mother, after she expressed her desire to take her son back despite not having visited him frequently.Norlida said that during the time Adik was with her, his biological mother only came to visit him a few times and they only got back in touch when she tried to get his documentation for Standard One admission.Describing Adik as friendly, cheerful, and with a pleasing nature, the adoptive mother said that the last time she met him was in November last year and that too, in secret, at a restaurant in Rawang."We met him secretly once at a restaurant in Rawang. Adik was brought by his stepfather to meet us, and Adik said he missed Ummi (me)," she was quoted as saying by Harian Metro yesterday.

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Meanwhile, Norlida expressed regret at having not fought enough to keep Adik with her when his biological mother came asking him back

"I should have defended Adik, I thought his mother couldn't bear to be away from her son anymore, so I let him return to her," she said with tears in her eyes."I never thought that the child, who I treated like my own, would disappear in the blink of an eye in such a terrible way."

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Melaka Contingent Police Headquarters CID chief ACP Mohd Sukri Kaman said the victim had injuries on several parts of his body:

                Mother & Stepfather Arrested After 7-Year-Old Allegedly Drowns In A Water Tub In Melaka

The victim had bruises and injuries on several parts of his body.

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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-hourContact: +603-79563488SMS/WhatsApp: +6018-9888058Website | Facebook | Twitter2. ALL WOMEN’S ACTION SOCIETY (AWAM)Weekdays (9.30am - 4.30pm)Contact: +603-78770224WhatsApp: +6016-2284221 | +6016-2374221Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter3. WOMEN’S CENTRE FOR CHANGE PENANG (WCC PENANG)Weekdays (9am - 5pm)Contact: +604-2280342 | +604-3988340WhatsApp: +6011-31084001 | +6016-4390698Email: [email protected] Website | Facebook | Twitter4. TALIAN KASIH24-hourContact: 15999WhatsApp: +6019-2615999Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook 5. TELENISA LEGAL AID CLINICWeekdays (8am - 10pm)Contact: +6011-23701006WhatsApp: +6011-23701006Email: [email protected] Facebook | Twitter 6. BUDDY BEAR CHILDLINEDaily (12pm - 12am)Contact: 1800-18-2327Email: [email protected]Facebook | Instagram


A Senior Judge Is Being Investigated For Allegedly Sexually Harassing A Married Woman

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The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is investigating a senior judge who has been accused of sexually harassing a married woman in her home

The incident happened in August 2020, however, the victim lodged her report in December last year at the Ampang Jaya district police, claiming that she found the judge lying on her bed without any clothes on.According to Free Malaysia Today, the judge had visited the 57-year-old woman's family home close to midnight and allegedly asked for permission to use the master bedroom to perform his prayers.However, she became concerned when the man stayed in the bedroom for an unusually long time and decided to check on him. As she went in, she was shocked to find him sleeping naked on her bed.He was then said to have left the house at about 3am, reported Malaysiakini.

Ampang Jaya district police chief ACP Mohamad Farouk Eshak said that they are still in the midst of investigating the matter

According to The Malaysian Insight, Farouk shared that they had initially submitted the investigation paper but it was sent back by the deputy public prosecutor with a request for further information.Meanwhile, the victim also alleged that as the judge was leaving her house, he remarked that she was beautiful and had strong faith, despite his actions earlier, reported Free Malaysia Today.At the time of the incident, the woman's husband was bedridden.

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.


9 Amazing Sunsets Around Malaysia You Need To See With Your Own Eyes

The golden hour is a magical time and if you've never seen these amazing sunsets around Malaysia at least once in your life, it's time to put the holiday season to good use

The golden hour refers to that period right after sunrise or before sunset. The low position of the Sun gives the daylight a redder glow, making it an especially popular time for photographers to capture unique nature shots.

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Generally, the morning golden hour is around 6am (East Malaysia) to 7am (West Malaysia) while in the evening, it's mostly between 6pm (East Malaysia) to 7pm (West Malaysia).

1. Cameron Highlands, Pahang

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Imagine travelling through the scenic hillside as you're treated to this unbelievably gorgeous view. For an Instagram-worthy shot, take a drive through the tea plantations and watch as the orange skies blend into the beautiful greens.How to get there: If you're heading to the Sg Palas Tea Plantation, take Route 59 heading towards Jalan Bandar. Once you pass by Raju's Hill Strawberry Farm, standby to turn left at the Sg Palas Tea Plantation signboard.

2. Klebang sand dunes, Melaka

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Despite not being built to be a tourist spot; the sloping hills of sand receive a steady stream of visitors and is particularly popular for its breath-taking views. This unintentional attraction, the result of a land reclamation project in Klebang, takes on an otherworldly look as the sun sets, being likened to Malaysia's version of Mars.How to get there: Turn into Pantai Klebang and drive on until you reach the end of the paved road. If you're not driving a four-wheeler, it's best to park your car at this point. The "desert" area is about a 30-minute walk away.

3. Tadom Hill, Selangor

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After a whole day of Tarzan-swinging and platform-jumping and bamboo rice-eating, take a breather and watch as the golden sun disappears beyond the horizon. Tip: Ask the Tadom team if you can go up the treehouse, the view is phenomenal from up there! How to get there: On the Labohan Dagang-Nilai highway heading west, look out for the Kolej MARA Banting signboard on your left. You'll see the Tadom Hill Resort sign on the left shortly after. Turn left onto the unpaved road, turn left again and drive straight until you reach the car parking area.

4. AVANI Sepang Goldcoast Resort, Selangor

This is the ultimate spot for some dolce far niente - the sweet pleasure of doing nothing. Set up camp in one of the Instagram-worthy cabanas, have your Strongbow Apple Ciders on-hand (with lots of ice recommended!) and soak up the mesmerising views of the glimmering sea.How to get there: Head towards Nilai on the North-South Highway, and take Exit 215 - Nilai. Take Route 5 and head towards Bagan Lalang, the resort is about a 45-minute drive away.

5. Bukit Mertajam, Penang

Taken from a hilltop at the Vivekavana Solitude Grove monastery, this sunset shot shows the softer side of dusk, with shades of peach and beige washing over the iconic Penang Bridge.How to get there: Located on mainland Penang, head towards Tingkat Berapit of Taman Pearl, Bukit Mertajam. Walk up the hill to score the best snaps!

6. Mount Kinabalu, Sabah

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Sunsets don't get any more majestic than from the highest peak in Malaysia. The breathtaking mix of gold, orange and yellow painting the sky is the ultimate reward for conquering this Bornean wonder.The most popular spot to catch the sunset is at Laban Rata, the mid-way resting point for climbers. Watch as the sun sets above the cottony clouds, 3000 metres above sea level.How to get there: You can take one of the minivan shuttles from Kota Kinabalu city centre or the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal. The journey to Kinabalu Park entrance takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.

7. Heli Lounge Bar, KL

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If you're looking for something different on your nights out with the gang, check out Heli Lounge Bar. This picturesque spot is a bar, helipad and observation deck all rolled into one, offering an unobstructed 360-degree view of the city skyline.How to get there: Head to Menara KH on Jalan Sultan Ismail and head up to the 37th floor.

8. Sarawak River, Sarawak

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Cruising the river at sunset while the dark clouds are rolling in is about as dramatic as it gets! Check out the Sarawak River Cruise at sunset to get amazing views along the river. Head up to the Sky Deck to witness this natural wonder in all its beautiful glory.How to get there: To get on the Sarawak River Cruise, look out for the terminal at Kuching Waterfront.

9. Yan, Kedah

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Take a bike ride along the lush green paddy fields that seem to go on forever; stay until dusk and you'll be treated to a spectacular view of the fields against the fiery sky. For the best paddy field views, head to Kampung Kuala Dulang Kecil.How to get there:Yan is about a 45-minute drive away from Alor Setar. Take the Darul Aman Highway heading towards Yan Besar.

Isn't the golden hour awesome?

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Bring on the sunsets!

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[VIDEO] Kutip Cawan Tinggi Melangit, Aksi Lelaki Catering Ini Curi Perhatian Tetamu

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Majlis kahwin kini sememangnya lebih memudahkan dengan adanya servis seperti dewan, catering dan sebagainya

Kira bakal pengantin tidak perlu pening lagi mahu memikirkannya kerana semuanya akan diuruskan. Tinggal datang bawa diri dan lihat keadaannya saja nanti.Antara paling penting dalam sesebuah majlis perkahwinan sudah tentu makanannya, pemilihan catering sangat penting untuk memastikan makanan itu sedap untuk dihidangkan.Lain pula dengan video ini apabila aksi seorang lelaki mengutip cawan telah menjadi tumpuan tetamu majlis.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @eynaa_____ Semuaa orang terpegun tengok dia  #fyp #viral  see tình spedup - gjnk

Selamba kutip cawan sehingga tinggi-tinggi kemudian diangkat

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang wanita sempat merakam aksi seorang lelaki yang sedang mengutip cawan ketika dia sedang berada di sebuah majlis perkahwinan.Tetapi, apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah aksinya yang mengutip cawan sehingga tinggi dan membawanya itu ternyata telah mencuri tumpuan tetamu yang hadir.Lihat video sambungan itu di bawah:

  @eynaa_____ Reply to @hanif_2704 ni part last yer , btw cawan tu plastic bukann kacaa .. #viral #kendurikahwin  original sound  - Eʏɴᴀᴀ ఌ

"Dengar cerita akak yang tudung biru tu masih ternganga sampai sekarang" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut teruja melihat aksi lelaki itu dan memberikan pelbagai reaksi mereka.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 1.2M views, 75.6K likes dan 811 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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4 Ways The HUAWEI Mate40 Pro Is The Perfect All-Rounder Smartphone For You

The HUAWEI Mate40 Pro, the all-rounder smartphone, hits the shelves today!

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Whether you're looking for a new phone for yourself or as a gift for your loved ones, it's an excellent choice.The most powerful creation in the history of HUAWEI, the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro is jam-packed with impressive features and breakthrough innovations. Be it in terms of photography, work-related features, or just the kind of functions that you've come to expect in modern day life, this smartphone has it all.

Here's a closer look at some of the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro's awesome features and functions:

1. With Smart Multi Window, you can stay updated on all your important messages while binge-watching your favourite drama series

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Isn't it annoying having to pause whatever you're watching and exit the app to check your messages? Sometimes, you'll end up having to re-watch certain parts that you missed, ughhh. And what if you ignore the message, only to find out it was something really important? GG.With Smart Multi Window, you can open three apps concurrently. Now, you can watch your fave show, check your messages, and keep an eye on news updates all at once.And if your phone is running out of battery, you can easily transfer your files to your HUAWEI laptop via multi-screen collaborations.

2. If you're a vlogger, the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro will take your vlogs to the next level

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If you vlog regularly using your phone, you'll know how annoying it is having to switch between the front and back cameras to show people where you are and what you're doing.What's more, there is usually a significant difference in quality between the two cameras. Not to mention, you probably also have to drag extra equipment around and take multiple shots to get the best result.Vloggers, rejoice! With the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro, you don't need a mic or a gimbal to create high-quality vlogs. It has amazing vlog recording features, ensuring that your vlogs are the very best they can be.

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First up, you'll get excellent shots from both the front and rear cameras, and the Smart Selfie camera even has 13MP depth sensing.You can even use the dual camera feature that films from both the front and rear cameras at the same time, how cool is that? No more multiple shots needed, now you can simultaneously capture what's going on and your reaction.At the same time, with Audio Zoom and AI focus tracking, any audio you capture will be crisp and clear. You can also pair the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro with the HUAWEI Freebuds Pro for HD sound pick up.

3. Love nature and gorgeous scenery? Use the Ultra Wider Angle to capture the beauty of the outdoors in all its glory.

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Went hiking and made it to the top? Awesome! Now it's time to take an Insta-worthy photo to share with everyone. But sometimes, it can be so susah to fit the whole landscape into one photo :(The Ultra Wider Angle on the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro's camera will make sure that nothing is left out of frame. Its shorter focal length and larger depth of field helps it excel at capturing scenery in all its breath-taking majesty.What about when a picture's just not enough, and you want to show off the stunning views you saw through a video? No problem, the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro can help you with that too, even if you don't know where to start.Use the Best Cinematic Recorder feature to unleash your inner Michael Bay or produce an epic video that you can share on social media. Who knows? This could be your stepping stone to the big screen! ;)

4. AI Gesture makes the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro the perfect companion to teman you in the kitchen

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When you're busy cooking in the kitchen, it can be difficult to answer calls or to even check the recipe you're following, 'cause we're always scared that our phones will get dirty. Worse still, what if you end up accidentally damaging it? Nooooo!No worries, with AI Gesture, you can simply hover your hand above the phone and swipe left, right, up, and down to find what you're looking for. Plus, the new multi window floating feature lets you easily compare recipes from different sites, nice!Suddenly realised you don't have an ingredient you need? Pair the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro with the HUAWEI Freebuds Pro to easily call your bae to help you buy what you need.

As with the other HUAWEI smartphones, the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro comes with all the handy HUAWEI Mobile Services

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HUAWEI Mobile Services has improved tremendously over the past year. Not only has it helped improve users' lives with various intelligent applications, it also offers a seamless experience and awesome rewards.Adding to these services, HUAWEI recently launched HUAWEI Pay, a new mobile payment service. You can now make safe and secure transactions with just a single tap on HUAWEI smartphones.To use HUAWEI Pay, all you have to do is link it to your ICBC UnionPay credit card. Debit cards from major banks, prepaid cards, and e-wallets will also be available on HUAWEI Pay very soon.Other than HUAWEI AppGallery and HUAWEI Pay, there are also other new apps such as Petal Maps and HUAWEI Docs.HUAWEI Mate40 Pro users will stand the chance of getting additional free 50GB HUAWEI Mobile Cloud Storage for 12 months, HUAWEI Video VIP access for three months, RM40 voucher for HUAWEI Books, and so much more!

You can get the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro for RM4,299, and it comes with lots of freebies

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The all-rounder smartphone comes with awesome freebies worth up to RM3,300, including a HUAWEI Sound X worth RM1,299 (limited to 1,000 units only on a first-come-first-serve basis).It is available on the official HUAWEI website, as well as at HUAWEI Experience Stores and other selected telcos. You can also get it on Lazada.Check out other new HUAWEI arrivals here.

Other than the HUAWEI Mate40 Pro, HUAWEI also has a series of other amazing products up for grabs

This includes the HUAWEI Y7a, HUAWEI x Gentle Monster Eyewear II, HUAWEI Freebuds Pro, HUAWEI WATCH GT2 Pro, HUAWEI MateBook 14, and HUAWEI MatePad T10s.Check out the HUAWEI Store to find out more about these top-notch products.On top of that, HUAWEI is also running their annual Better Together campaign. From now until 3 January 2021, lucky HUAWEI customers can stand a chance to win prizes worth up to RM300,000. ONE lucky winner will get to drive home a brand-new Proton X50!

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"3 Minit Kusyuk Dia Berdoa" - Disangkakan 'Bangla' Mana Join Solat, Rupanya Remy Ishak

Tall, dark and handsome.
Itulah definisi sebenar pelakon popular Malaysia, Remy Ishak.

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Bukan itu sahaja malah pelakon berusia 37 tahun itu juga dikenali sebagai seorang yang sentiasa mengutamakan solat walaupun jadualnya padat dengan penggambaran. Bahkan, perkara ini juga telah disahkan sendiri oleh beberapa netizen di laman sosial.

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Baru-baru ini, seorang lelaki telah berkongsikan satu thread di laman Twitter tentang pertembungannya dengan pelakon tersebut sewaktu sedang menunaikan solat di sebuah pusat beli-belah

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Lelaki berkenaan yang menjadi imam ketika solat berjemaah itu pada mulanya menyangkakan Remy Ishak hanya seorang 'bangla' yang join sekali sebagai makmum.Tetapi selepas meninjau beberapa kali, baru dia sedar bahawa makmum itu rupa-rupanya adalah pelakon yang terkenal dengan gelaran 'kanda' susulan daripada gandingannya dengan Mira Filzah dalam drama popular Pujaan Hati Kanda.

Ingin tunggu untuk bersalaman dengan Remy Ishak tidak boleh, sebab dia memakan masa yang agak lama berdoa selepas solat itu. Sedang kusyuk katanya.

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Tak kisahlah 'bangla' pun, yang pasti Remy Ishak memang pujaan hati ramai gadis-gadis di luar sana termasuk penulis!

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Kuala Lumpur Is A Better City Compared To Milan And Shanghai Says Survey

In an international survey, Kuala Lumpur came in as the 17th best city in the world

Kuala Lumpur came in at 17th place, out of 30 cities
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An annual international survey that looks at how key metropolises around the world measured up in terms of how successful, liveable and attractive they are, Kuala Lumpur came in 17th out of 30 cities â not bad, but not great either.

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Kuala Lumpur improved on last year's ranking, moving up one spot from 18th beating cities such as Moscow, Milan and Beijing

Kuala Lumpur beat major cities like Moscow and Beijing
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While it’s good news that the nation’s beloved capital moved up the overall rankings – from last year’s 18th to 17th – and even outperformed other well-established urban hubs like Beijing, Moscow and Rio de Janeiro, KL’s report card reveals it as an average city at best.

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Despite the improvement, Kuala Lumpur fell short in 'sustainability', 'innovation' and 'safety and security'

Malaysia is lacking in the "safety and security" aspect in the rankings.
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Most worrying is KL’s ranking for “sustainability and the natural environment” – the city placed a dismal 27th. Two other indicators where KL came in the bottom ten are “intellectual and capital innovation” and “health, safety and security”.

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The international survey was conducted by PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PWC) which measured key cities using different factors

In the latest and sixth edition of the survey published via PWC’s website on May 20 as a free PDF download,  the team looked at the 30 cities on the list and checked their performance against 10 indicators that broadly cover the areas of technology and infrastructure, quality of life, and potential for creating economic wealth.

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The aim of the survey was to help cities improve by providing solid data and patterns

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According to PWC, the survey aims “to examine urban life in a way that can help our 30 cities (and through them, cities in general) to understand the patterns and pathways toward building healthy, prosperous communities.”

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London took over as the best city, beating last year's top city, New York

London is named the top city for 2014
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Unsurprisingly, as lovers of London will no doubt agree, the home of Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Will and Kate, claimed the top spot in the survey’s overall rankings for the first time since it began in 2007.

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Those competitors include last year’s top-ranked city, New York, which dropped to 2nd place.

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Malaysia's neighbour Singapore, rose from 7th to come in as the 3rd best city to live in

Singapore came in at 3rd place, rising from 7th last year
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Singapore made an impressive leap up the list, from last year’s 7th to 3rd, with the island state’s “transportation and infrastructure” and “ease of doing business” scoring highest

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Meriahkan Lagi Jamuan Raya Anda, Ini 5 Resepi 'Dessert' Confirm Buat Tetamu Terliur!

Follow kami di Telegram, Instagram dan TikTok SAYS Seismik, jadi antara yang terawal untuk dapatkan berita serta artikel-artikel menarik.Artikel ini ditaja oleh IDEAL.

Dah nak raya ni, selain mencari lemang dan resepi rendang, kita tak boleh tinggal dessert betul tak?

Haa, tahun ini kita kena buat dessert meriah sikit. Barulah naik seri meja makan tu! Bukan setakat naik seri meja makan, entah-entah masa anda hidangkan itu pun dah ada orang yang ambil. Licin terus pinggan, tak sempat nak menghiasi meja makan. Jadi untuk itu, kali ini kami nak kongsikan 5 resepi dessert menggunakan susu cair Ideal. Tetamu anda yang datang confirm terliur.Tunggu apa lagi? Jom saksikan video di bawah:

Ini 5 resepi dessert yang confirm buat tetamu anda terliur:

Resepi Rose Tres Leche

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Bahan-bahan kek span:- 4 biji telur- 200g gula- 150g tepung gandum- 1 sudu kecil serbuk penaik- 50 mentega (dicairkan)- 30ml Sirap Ros F&NBahan-bahan isian susu:- 250 Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL- 120g susu pekat- 120g krim- 100g Sirap Ros F&NBahan-bahan topping krim putar:- 250g krim putar- 100g gula aising- 3 sudu besar kacang pistachio (dicincang)Cara-cara:Alas dulang pembakar 10 inci dengan kertas pembakar. Sediakan 2 mangkuk bersih. Asingkan kuning telur dan putih telur ke dalam setiap mangkuk. Pukul kuning telur bersama separuh daripada gula sehingga kembang. Pukulkan putih telur dengan baki gula sehingga telur.Masukkan tepung gandum dan serbuk penaik ke dalam adunan telur kuning dan kacau perlahan. Masukkan putih telur, mentega dan Sirap Ros F&N. Gaul perlahan sehingga sebati.Tuangkan adunan ke dalam dulang pembakar. Bakar selama 20-30 minit pada suhu 180C. Keluarkan dari ketuhar dan sejukkan.Untuk isian susu, campurkan semua bahan isian susu hingga sebati. Tuangkan adunan ke atas kek dan sejukkan selama 4 jam atau semalaman.Putarkan krim bersama gula aising sehingga kembang. Sapukan ke atas kek dengan rata dan taburkan kacang pistachio yang telah dicincang. Sedia untuk dihidangkan.

Pavlova Jelly Cake

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Bahan-bahan kek pandan:- 120g Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL- 95g susu pekat manis- 100g minyak jagung- 2 biji telur- ¼ sudu kecil pewarna makanan hijau- 100g tepung gandum- 90g gula- ½ sudu kecil serbuk soda- ½ sudu kecil serbuk penaik- ½ sudu kecil ekstrak pandanBahan-bahan jeli pavlova:- 5g serbuk agar-agar- 130g air- 100g susu sejat penuh krim IDEAL- 50g gula- 1 biji putih telurBahan-bahan jeli koktel buah-buahan campuran:- 100g koktel buah-buahan campuran (ditapis)- 5g serbuk agar-agar-150ml air- 350ml sirap koktel buah-buahan campuranCara-cara:Untuk membuat kek pandan, campurkan Susu Sejat Penuh Krim Ideal, susu pekat manis, minyak jagung, telur, ekstrak pandan dan pewarna makanan hijau ke dalam mangkuk dan gaul sehingga sebati.Campurkan bahan-bahan lain untuk kek pandan ke dalam mangkuk yang lain. Masukkan adunan tadi dan gaul sehingga sebati.Alaskan dulang pembakar dengan kertas parchment, dan tuangkan adunan ke dalam dulang pembakar. Kukus selama 20 minit. Ketepikan dan biarkan sejuk.Untuk membuat jeli pavlova, pukul putih telur sehingga kembang. Gaulkan bahan baki ke dalam periuk dan reneh sehingga gula larut.Tutup api, dan masukkan purih telur yang telah kembang tadi dan gaul sehingga sebati.Tuangkan adunan ke dalam dulang pembakar. Biarkan sejuk dan simpan ke dalam peti sejuk selama 30 minit.Untuk membuat campuran jeli koktel buah-buahan, campurkan semua bahan ke dalam periuk, dan reneh sehingga gula larut.Tuangkan adunan campuran jeli koktel buah-buahan di atas jeli pavlova dan simpan kek ke dalam peti sejuk selama 4 jam sebelum dihidang.

Sum sum

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Bahan-bahan sum sum susu:- 200g Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL- 60g minyak jagung- 320ml Aar- ½ sudu kecil garam- 60g tepung berasBahan-bahan sum sum pandan:- 6 keping daun pandan- 340ml air- 200g Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL- 60g minyak jagung- ½ garam- 60g tepung berasBahan-bahan sirap gula melaka:- 300g gula melaka- 100ml airCara-cara:Untuk membuat sum sum susu, campurkan semua bahan sum sum susu dalam periuk. Masak dengan api sederhana kacau-kerap hingga pekat.Untuk membuat sum sum pandan, kisarkan daun pandan dengan air. Tapiskan air daun pandan dan campurkan air pandan dengan bahan lain dalam periuk. Panaskan adunan dengan api sederhana, kacau hingga pekat.Campurkan gula melaka dan air ke dalam periuk dan reneh sehingga gula melaka larut sepenuhnya.Masukkan sum sum pandan ke dalam 4 gelas secara sama rata. Ratakan satu lapisan biskut susu ke atas sum sum pandan.Masukkan satu lapisan sum sum susu dan tuang sedikit air sirap gula melaka ke atas pandan susu.Taburkan sedikit kelapa kering untuk hiasa. Dan siap!

Pandan Bambolone Gula Melaka Custard

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Bahan-bahan krim isian:- 150g gula melaka- 250 Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL- 250g air- 30g tepung kastad- ½ sudu kecil garamBahan-bahan doh:- 250g air- 4 keping daun pandan- 75g gula pasir- 11g yis- 500g tepung gandum- 3 biji telur- 1 sudu kecil garam- 100g Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL- 90g mentega (dicairkan)- 100g gula kastor (untuk salutan)- Minyak masak (untuk menggoreng)Cara-cara untuk krim isian:Campurkan bahan-bahan krim isian ke dalam satu periuk.Masak gunakan api perlahan. Angkat dan biarkan sejuk. Simpan dalam peti sejuk selama 4 jam. Masukkan krim isian ke dalam beg paip.Cara-cara untuk doh:Kisar daun pandan dengan air dalam pengisar, tapis cecair daun pandan yang telah dikisar untuk mendapatkan ekstrak pandan.Masukkan bahan kering untuk doh ke dalam pengisar, campurkan bahan-bahan secara lembut.Masukkan semua bahan cecair kecuali mentega. Gaulkan semua bahan dalam kelajuan sederhana sehingga doh sudah tidak melekat pada bekas pengisar. Tuangkan mentega lalu sambung uli sehingga menjadi doh.Griskan bekas plastik dengan minyak dan kembangkan doh sehingga naik 2 kali ganda.Bahagikan kepada doh kepada saiz 50g. Bulatkan doh lalu letakkan diatas dulang yang berlapik kertas baking dan susun dengan jarak yang bersesuaian.Panaskan minyak dengan api sederhana dan goreng doh sehingga keperangan kedua belah bahagian donut. Gaul dan salut donut dengan gula dan buatkan lubang kecil di donut.Masukkan krim isian ke dalam donut. Anda boleh menghiaskan bomboloni dengan gula melaka atau krim dan sedia untuk dihidangkan.

Caramel Flan Chocolate Cake

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Bahan-bahan karamel:- 100g gula- 2 sudu besar airBahan-bahan lapisan flan:- 250g Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL- 200g susu pekat- 3 biji kuning telur- 1 sudu kecil esen vanilaBahan-bahan lapisan kek coklat:- 175g Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL- 140g susu pekat- 150g minyak masak- 140g gula- 80g serbuk coklat- 3 biji telur- 80g tepung gandum- ¾ sudu kecil serbuk soda- ¾ sudu kecil serbuk penaikCara-cara:Mula-mula sediakan karamel. Tuangkan air dan gula ke dalam kuali. Panaskan gula dalam kuali hingga perang. Tuangkan karamel ke dalam loyang bulat 8 inci.Campurkan semua bahan flan dan sebatikan. Kemudian tapis bancuhan flan ke dalam loyang karamel tadi. Balut dengan foil aluminium dan kukus selama 25 minit.Gaulkan semua bahan kek coklat, tuangkan adunan ke dalam loyang lapisan flan tadi. Balut dengan foil aluminium dan kukus selama 45-60 minit.Biarkan kek sejuk sebelum keluarkan daripada acuan.Hidangkan dengan segera atau sejukkan kek semalaman untuk rasa yang lebih sedap! Selamat mencuba.

Tunggu apa lagi? Jom meriahkan meja makan masa raya nanti!

Untuk pengetahuan anda, Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL ini mengandungi 100% rasa susu lemak berkrim dan berbeza dengan evaporated full cream milk lain yang berada di pasaran.Diperkayakan dengan sumber Vitamin A dan D3, Susu Sejat Penuh Krim IDEAL ini juga tanpa tambahan minyak sawit dan sesuai untuk penggunannya dalam kulinari dan penyediaan bagi pencuci mulut.

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KL Ranks Higher Than Tokyo And Seoul In Top 10 Most Popular Cities Of 2018

Kuala Lumpur has proven itself to be a popular destination for tourists by making it to a list of top 10 most visited cities of 2018

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Kuala Lumpur made top 10 of the Global Destination Cities Index, a list made by Mastercard for the past decade.This year, the survey studied visitor numbers and travel spending data of 162 countries, and also predicted where tourists will travel to next year.

Kuala Lumpur successfully took seventh place, beating other famous holiday spots such as, Tokyo, Istanbul, and Seoul

According to Condé Nast Traveler, KL is known to be an "all-around holiday destination" and has some of the best street food in the world. The survey stated that the city attracted 12.58 million international tourists who stayed an average of 5.5 nights.

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Taking first place on the list is Bangkok, Thailand, which attracted over 20 million visitors this year

For the third time in a row, Bangkok has won the hearts of tourists around the world with its mix of historical sites, modern culture, and street food.Not to forget, the shopping!

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Following closely behind Bangkok and taking second place is UK's capital city – London

With a variety of attractions and activities, it's no surprise that 19.83 million tourists spent an average of 5.8 nights in London this year.

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Coming in third place on the list is Paris, France, with more than 17 million visitors

Known for its chic hotels and posh restaurants, Paris also ranked second on the list of highest amount of dollars tourists spent per day in the city. The survey showed that visitors stayed an average of 2.5 nights on their trips.

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You can check out the full list of the most popular cities here.

Mount Kinabalu was also named as having one of the most incredible hikes in the world by Lonely Planet:

                Mount Kinabalu Makes It To Lonely Planet's Most Epic Hiking Trails List

It was highlighted as one of the top 50 incredible hikes out of 30 different countries.

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Heartbroken Groom Puts Wedding Package Up For Sale After His Bride Left Him

Poor guy.
An unnamed Singaporean groom-to-be has put his wedding package at a 5-star hotel for sale on Carousell after the love of his life eloped and ditched him at the very last minute.

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The heartbroken man's buddy put up the listing dated 17 August 2017 called "Run Lion" on the online marketplace.The term "Run Lion" loosely translates to "zou shi" or "zao sai", which also means "to elope".

The asking price for the package is SGD28,888 (around RM90,800) before tax. It includes 30 tables with the deposit fully paid.

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Singaporean publisher Mothership said the offered price is actually pretty reasonable because dinners at a hotel like Marina Mandarin could easily run up to SGD2,000 (around RM6,200) for a table of 10 pax.

The package comes with some pretty flashy perks too

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Free gowns and suits? And photographer? And wedding car?We're surprised that nobody has snagged this awesome deal yet!

If all else fails, Carousell users have also been requested to introduce another potential partner for the groom-to-be to fall in love with, get married, and sail into the sunset

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And if it matters, yes, there's a referral commission as well. :D

The listing has since received tremendous support while the groom-to-be and his group of brothers respect the eloped bride's decision

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"On behalf of the almost-groom-to-be, I want to thank all the support we have received. Please note that whatever I'm doing here is to help my friend to move on. Would like to let everyone know that our group of brothers respect the almost-bride-to-be's decision. We want to move forward and not dig dirt out from the carpet," the update reads. Couples in Singapore on a budget or those with someone in mind to recommend, check out the listing here and help this hopeless romantic out.


Here's How This Local Tudung Brand Managed To Double Their Sales In Just Two Weeks

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Owning a business is never easy, especially when running one in a competitive industry

With so many different options out there, consumers are spoiled for choice, which can make it difficult for a business to stand out from the crowd. This is especially true for industries like fashion or F&B, which are highly competitive markets. And despite trying various marketing techniques, many entrepreneurs still struggle to draw attention to their business.

This struggle is one that local entrepreneur Puan Norsalsabila Zawawi, the owner of Bawalz.my, can definitely relate to

Bawalz.my is a small Kelantan-based shop selling embroidered hand-made tudung bawal both online and offline.Puan Norsalsabila started selling hijab to her female colleagues in 2017, which eventually led her to running her business on Instagram. With many similar tudung shops out there, especially online, she knew that Bawalz.my had to step up their game and be seen as relevant to the market, in order to earn the interest and trust of customers.

Some of the tudung options sold by Bawalz.my.
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Despite running the operations single-handedly out of her home in Kelantan, she had slowly worked on her social media game to expand her audience, targeting Instagram customers in Selangor, Johor, and Seremban. Without using any advertising tools other than boosting her Instagram posts, she made sales ranging from RM5,000 to RM7,000 per month.

When Puan Norsalsabila learned about an innovative digital marketing tool called REV Ad Manager (RAM), she decided to give it a try

A customer sporting one of Bawal.my's designs.
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RAM is a unique solution that empowers brands and agencies to target audiences based on strategic consumer insights.Puan Norsalsabila decided to run campaign ads for two weeks with RAM, incorporating two ad types — awareness and performance. With an investment of RM2,000, her campaign ads gained 0.28% CTR (click through rate) from MREC and a rise to 4.46% CTR for mobile sticky bottom ads.As a result of this, Bawalz.my recorded an additional RM10,000 in revenue by the end of the two-week campaign, with the RAM ads having instantly doubled their sales!

The self-serve platform RAM is a collaboration between REV Media Group, the leading digital publisher in Malaysia and digital arm of Media Prima Berhad, and Dattel Asia Group

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Aiming to empower local small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and get them to reach out to more targeted audiences, it enables you to have access to 39 media assets and 15.8 million unique consumers for your brand.Enjoy these advantages for your brand when you work with RAM:- You don't buy channels, you buy into network audiences- You don't have to choose channels, RAM will recommend and serve the most suitable ones- Enjoy strategic audience targetting with AI consumer models

With these five easy steps, you can use RAM to put your business worries to rest:

1. Create campaign2. Create audience3. Create creative4. Pay & publish ad5. Get performance report

Get in touch with RAM, so that you too can run effective campaigns beyond social media by grabbing your customers' attention via local Malaysian premium websites

See how RAM has helped these other local businesses and find out more about the platform:

                Online Babysitting Platform Saw 5X Sales Increase By Using This Digital Marketing Tool

It only took running a single ad campaign to see a boost in sales.

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                Local Brands Are Using This AI Platform To Run Effective Digital Marketing Campaigns

Easy steps, effective results.

Read the full story

                REV Media Group Launches The First AI-Powered Advertising Manager In Malaysia

Created in partnership with Dattel Asia Group, the self-serve platform aims to empower small and medium-sized enterpr...

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[VIDEO] "Jampi Hilangkan Bebelan Mak" - Parodi Dua Beradik Ini Raih Perhatian Netizen

Follow kami di Telegram, jadi antara yang terawal untuk dapatkan berita dan artikel-artikel menarik di SAYS Seismik.

Aplikasi TikTok merupakan medium untuk orang ramai serlahkan bakat mereka yang terpendam

Pelbagai jenis hiburan dan challenge yang kita dapat lihat di media sosial terutamanya di laman TikTok. Ada yang berlakon, berjoget dan ada juga yang suka miming lagu favourite. Bakat-bakat unik ini telah menjadi hiburan pada masa ini. Sama seperti video yang tular baru-baru ini di TikTok apabila dua orang adik beradik membuat parodi menjampi maknya menarik perhatian netizen.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @c.t_salizah esok kita tengu mujarabka tidak jampi ni budak2  original sound - MAWANG - MAWANG

Selamba jampi untuk hilangkan bebelan mak semasa maknya tidur

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @c.t_salizah di laman TikToknya, kelihatan dua orang anaknya sedang melakukan sesuatu. Si kakak sedang berlakon seperti bomoh dan adiknya dilihat sedang memegang kain.Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah apabila dia dilihat menjampi maknya supaya hilangkan bebelan semasa sedang tidur. Adiknya pula dilihat sedang memegang kain untuk berlakon sebagai hantu.Kegigihan dua beradik itu mengeluarkan kata-kata ganti nama diri dalam bahasa Arab membuatkan para netizen berpendapat mereka sangat berbakat dalam bidang lakonan.

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"Bersungguh betul kau ni dik, mesti menahan rasa lama sangat ni" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur dengan gelagat dua beradik itu. Malah, ramai yang menyakat adik-beradik itu. Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video itu berjaya mendapat 1.2M tontonan, 52K tanda suka dan 3K komen di TikTok. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Lama betul ya dia tahan perasan tu. Sabar dik, benda boleh bincang! :P

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A Mother Slapped And Choked Her Baby To 'Force' Her Husband To Come Home

A 22-year-old mother in Hunan province, China, took a video of herself abusing her baby on 5 January

The woman videoed herself slapping the baby.
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Oriental Daily reported that the woman uploaded the video onto WeChat before sending it to her friends.The baby was heard crying hysterically as the woman slapped her and covered her nose and mouth.

In the caption of the video, the mother wrote that her baby "reincarnated" into the wrong family

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"Young one, I can only say you reincarnated into the wrong family," the mother wrote, according to Oriental Daily."Go die earlier, I hope you won't meet someone like me the next time you reincarnate," she added.

The 22-year-old then surrendered herself to the local police on the same day, and claimed that she never intended to hurt her baby

She claimed that she abused her baby to 'attract' her husband's attention as he was barely home. The woman also hoped that her husband will not divorce her.She will be detained for five days.Meanwhile, her baby has been left under the care of her in-laws.

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The video of the incident can be viewed here. Viewer discretion is advised:

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Meanwhile in Malaysia, a father who burned his daughter with hot water has been arrested:

                Penang Dad Who Burned His 8-Year-Old Daughter With Hot Water Has Been Arrested

The man and his wife had been on the run following the incident.

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You Can Now Get Touch 'n Go's Numberless Prepaid Visa Card For Just RM5. Here's How

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After the popular demand of the NFC Touch 'n Go cards, it seems like the company is taking it up a notch this year with the release of their new numberless Visa cards

Dubbed the Touch 'n Go Visa Prepaid Card, this new card from Touch 'n Go was initially announced in 2021 through a partnership with Visa. According to lowyat.NET, this partnership allows Touch 'n Go to tap into Visa's vast list of global partners and affiliates.To clarify, a numberless Visa card means there are no 16-digit number or security code (CVV) on the card, instead, cardholders can access these details directly through the Touch 'n Go eWallet app.

Aside from boasting extra security with its numberless feature, it also packs other perks

These perks are just about everything you might expect from a Visa card, which include a competitive exchange rate for overseas use, cash withdrawal capabilities at ATMs, and using the card for online shopping as well.

And you can even apply for it now directly from the Touch 'n Go eWallet app. Here's how:

1. Make sure your Touch 'n Go eWallet app is updated to the latest version, then select 'Visa Card' on the homepage

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2. Tap on 'Get Card Now'

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3. Type in how you'd like your name to be displayed on the card

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4. Double check all your details and click 'Pay Card' to confirm your purchase

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You'll only need to pay a RM5 delivery fee!

5. If your purchase was successful, you should be able to see the digital version of your Touch 'n Go Prepaid Visa Card on your eWallet app

Image via SAYS (Edited on Smartmockups)

It'll take around seven to 10 working days for the physical card to be delivered to your doorstep, but you'll be able to see the card number, security number (CVV), and expiry date by tapping on 'Card Details'.

At the moment, there aren't any renewal or application fees, but this may be subject to change in the future

Last week, Touch 'n Go warned users against buying NFC Touch 'n Go cards from unofficial channels:

                PSA: Touch 'n Go Warns Users To Buy NFC Touch 'n Go Cards Only Through Official Channels

This PSA comes shortly after a Touch 'n Go scam involving thousands of ringgit was reported.

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The Mystery Of Giant Craters In Siberia Explained

On 16 June 2014, this massive crater was formed in the permafrost around 30km from a huge gas field north of the regional capital of Salekhard, roughly 2,000km northeast of Moscow, Russia

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In a chaotic world of downed planes, ethnic unrest and missile strikes, international observers settled their attention elsewhere earlier this month. They looked north to Siberia, a land covered in snow and layered in permafrost, where a strange and giant crater had just ripped open the earth. At the time, no one knew where exactly the crater had come from, what was at its bottom, or how it had come to be.

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It is a barren landscape so remote that even the locals call it "the end of the world." Now the bleak tundra of Russia's remote Yamal peninsula has been scarred by a vast crater that has left scientists baffled and internet users looking for extra terrestrial explanations. Discovered by helicopter pilots who post video footage of their find in the remote Yamal peninsula on Youtube, the scar in the otherwise barren tundra resembles a crater caused by a large explosion.

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At 50 to 80 meters across, the crater is large enough to land several of the Mi-8 helicopters flown by the pilots who found it

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The first hole—80 meters deep—revealed an ice-covered lake at the bottom.

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Then on 29 July 2014, two new craters emerged. Though not as big as the first crater, these new craters were just as strange.

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One of the newly discovered holes is near the original — in a land referred to by locals as “the end of the world.” It’s around 45 feet in diameter and formed under unknown conditions. Same goes for the other new crater, which has a diameter of 13 feet, a depth of between 200 and 330 feet and was discovered by “mystified” herders near the village of Nosok in the icy Krasnoyarsk region.

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This second new crater in the Taz district, near the village of Antipayuta in Siberia, has a diameter of about 45 feet

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Locals can’t seem to get their stories straight over what happened, he explained. “According to local residents, the hole formed on September 27, 2013. Observers give several versions. According to the first, initially the place was smoking and then there was a bright flash. In the second version, a celestial body fell there.”

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While the trio of mysterious gaping holes in northern Siberia spawned many theories about the craters' origin, scientists are now suggesting some concrete explanations

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Explanations for the three enormous cavities, one of which was up to 300ft (70 metres) deep, have included everything from meteorites to aliens with some conspiracy theorists suggesting they could be connected to fracking.

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A more plausible explanation for their existence has now begun to emerge. According to the website LiveScience, some experts now believe the strange cavities may be a type of permafrost sinkhole.

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"My personal opinion is it's some type of sinkhole," said Vladimir Romanovsky, a geophysicist who studies permafrost at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Sinkholes are pits in the ground formed when water fails to drain away. The water likely came from melting permafrost or ice, said Romanovsky, who has spoken with the Russian scientists investigating the site. But whereas most sinkholes suck collapsed material inside, "this one actually erupted outside," he told Live Science. "It's not even in the [scientific] literature. It's pretty new what we're dealing with," he added.

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According to the Washington Post, scientists are saying that a massive bubble of methane was likely released from the ground as the permafrost in the area thawed

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In mid-July, measurements were taken in and around the crater itself to determine the cause. Scientists are pointing to methane because the air in the bottom of the hole contained very high concentrations of the gas — 9.6%. The normal methane concentration of air is 0.000179%.

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Methane gas (which is the kind of gas we use to heat our homes and cook with) is formed naturally in the ground as organic matter decomposes. Thousands of years of plants and animals are buried in the frozen Arctic ground, which keeps the organic matter preserved. However, as that cold ground melts, the matter begins to decay, and tiny microbes help the process along. This is what releases methane into the ground. Methane can then build up into pockets and pools, and the only thing keeping it below the surface is the frozen layer of ground above it.

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Scientists think that as the permafrost melted, either from the exceptionally warm summers of 2012 and 2013, or the long-term melting in the region, the pressure building up in the methane bubble was large enough to push through the surface, ejecting the ground and creating a massive hole.

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It's possible that as the planet warms, these huge methane ejections will become more frequent. As permafrost melts, it could allow methane that was once trapped below the ice to escape into the atmosphere.

Picture of the one in Yamal region
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This will not only speed Earth’s rate of warming (methane is a more potent greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide), but it could also pose a danger to surrounding communities.  “If [a release] happens at the Bovanenkovskoye gas field that is only 30 km away, it could lead to an accident, and the same if it happens in a village,” says Andrei Plekhanov, an archaeologist at the Scientific Centre of Arctic Studies in Salekhard, Russia.

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Besides the obvious threat to the local communities, Marina Leibman, chief scientist at the Earth Cryosphere Institute of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, thinks these events are commonplace and not a cause for concern. In an interview with The New York Times’ Andrew Revkin, she stresses that it’s hard to assume that global warming is causing this permafrost melt, nor that future warming across the globe will also lead to more melting in Siberia.

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However, it’s difficult to not be concerned about the threat of permafrost melting given the unknowns. Scientists currently do not have a good handle on exactly how much greenhouse gas could be trapped in the Arctic permafrost, though they do know it’s a lot. It’s possible, as the earth continues to warm, that the Arctic will reach a tipping point and become yet another, massive source of greenhouse gas seeping into the atmosphere.

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800 Homeless People In KL Will Be Given Suitable Jobs With Fixed Income After MCO Ends

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is currently housing about 800 homeless people at several temporary shelters in Kuala Lumpur to keep them safe from the COVID-19 pandemic during the lockdown

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All of them will be trained and given suitable jobs with a fixed income once the Movement Control Order (MCO) ends on 28 April

"The homeless will not be left out on the streets," according to Federal Territories Minister Annuar Musa, who said that they will be trained for jobs in manufacturing or with the DBKL.Those who qualify will be placed in jobs starting 1 May, if the MCO is not extended beyond April 28."They will be trained and screened for jobs as manufacturing operators or as general workers for the Kuala Lumpur City Hall," Musa said in a video statement yesterday.

They will be paid a salary of between RM1,200 to RM1,400

"We will not let these people continue being homeless," Musa said while adding that discussions have been made with the Crisis Management Centre (CMC) and several private companies.He said those who qualify to work will be transferred to two dormitories prepared by DBKL and companies who employ them to help start a new life."They will be offered a salary of RM1,400 for a start as well as allowances for positions such as factory production operator and all sorts of DBKL general workers with a daily wage that will enable them to earn no less than RM1,200 a month," he said during a live Facebook telecast on Friday.

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

The MCO has been extended until 28 April:

                PM Extends MCO Until 28 April After Receiving Advice From Experts

The announcement was made by the Prime Minister in a special address today, 10 April.

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Passenger Returns His MAS In-Flight Blanket After 9 Years, Says He's Very Sorry

On Saturday, 18 January, a Malaysia Airlines (MAS) crew member came across something left by a passenger on a flight that landed at King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah

On a seat was a note attached to a plastic bag with a blanket carefully packed inside."Sorry. I didn't know better last time. If I'm not wrong, I took this blanket around 2011. I'm giving it back to you today," read the note."I'm sorry and I ask for your forgiveness for using it all this time. It's actually my favourite blanket. I'm sorry again MAS."

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The story gained public attention after the crew member handed the package over to Chief Steward Kamarulzaman Abd Karim, fondly known as Kay, who posted the honest note on Instagram

"As always, we will conduct inspections in the cabins after passengers leave to see if any personal items are left behind," said Kay."However, something sweet happened yesterday on MH156 from Kuala Lumpur to Jeddah," wrote Kay in his post."During the inspection, a crew found a pack of goods with a note inside it on the chair and handed it to me. Apparently, the package contained a blanket that the passenger had taken nine years ago to return."However, he shared that the passenger could not be identified because they had not left their name or contact number on the note.

Kay reading the note onboard the plane.
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Nevertheless, Kay was moved by the honesty of the person who was willing to return the blanket after keeping it for so long

"The blankets are provided to the passenger for only use in the cabin and will be washed to be re-used on other flights," Kay told Harian Metro."However, some passengers have taken them because they think the blankets are souvenirs and I'm sure this happens in other airlines as well.""I just didn't expect the passenger to return it and his action made me touched," he said.

Netizens have also been touched by the story of the apologetic traveller while some actually wanted MAS to sell the blanket so they could actually own it

"Dear MAS, I hope you can sell the blanket in Temptations! I'm interested to buy it!" said this Twitter user, requesting the blanket to be sold in the MAS in-flight catalogue.

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Meanwhile, this user also asked MAS to forgive her for taking bowls on flights to be used at home to fill with sambal.

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Here is another story of an unexpected debt repaid:

                Teen Writes Apology Letter To Giant For Stealing Flying Fish Biscuits When He Was Younger

He attached RM30 with the letter to pay for the biscuits.

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Mahathir Issues A Witty Warning To Corrupt Leaders In Government

At a Putrajaya town-hall session earlier today, 15 August, Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad gave a hilarious but stern warning to corrupt ministers and government leaders

Speaking to 3,400 administrative and diplomatic officers, Mahathir vowed to show the door to officials if they are found to be corrupt, while putting a witty twist to his warning."Government leaders have been given a warning by me, if they are involved in corruption. I would like to shoot them, like in China, but I can't," the Prime Minister was quoted as saying by The Malaysian Insight, sparking laughter among the crowd.Mahathir added that no pity or consideration will be shown to corrupt officials.

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Citing the Japanese sense of shame, Mahathir added that corrupt leaders should not walk around with smiles on their faces."Try to be more like the Japanese. No need to commit 'harakiri', but at least do feel ashamed," the Prime Minister said, in reference to the Japanese ritual of suicide by disembowelment to restore honour.

Apart from that, Mahathir told government officers to not blindly follow orders that are against the law

New Straits Times reported the Prime Minister as issuing the directive to Administrative and Diplomatic Service (PTD) officers today with his trademark wit."If I ask you to murder someone, will you kill?" the Prime Minister asked the members of the floor, and was responded with a resounding no.

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Meanwhile, Mahathir said PTD officers, the Armed Forces, and the police must remain loyal to the government, but within the realms of the law."Granted, the government expects you to be loyal, but if we ask you to do things (that are) against the law, you should reject (us). Don't do it," he said.

In other news, Mahathir recently responded to Jho Low's allegations against him with sarcasm:

                Tun M Answers Jho Low's Allegation With His Trademark Sarcastic Wit

Jho Low has accused the Prime Minister of "putting words into the mouth of the US".

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Toy Shop Employee Shares How He Had To Punish A Boy For Stealing A Toy Bus From His Store

Recently, a toy store employee shared on Twitter about how a couple taught their son a valuable lesson when they found out he stole a toy from the shop

According to Coconuts, the toy store shopkeeper, only known as Singgih Sahara, works in Semarang, the capital city of Central Java, Indonesia.The thread was posted last Wednesday, 9 October. At the time of writing, it was retweeted over 38,000 times.

Ada pasangan suami istri ketoko.Mereka tiba-tiba minta maaf kesaya dan ngasih mainan tayo."Mas maaf, ini kmaren pas kita belanja anak saya bawa mainan ini dimasukin ke tasnya, sekali lagi kami minta maaf mas , ayo adek minta maaf ke masnya"Lalu adeknya tadi minta maaf ke saya— SINGGIH SAHARA (@singgihsahara) October 9, 2019

Singgih wrote that the parents approached him at the store and apologised for their son stealing a 'Tayo the Little Bus' toy

"Sorry, yesterday when we shopped at your store, my son put this toy inside his bag. We apologise once again," Singgih recounted the parents' apology while they handed the toy back."Go on son, apologise to the shopkeeper," the parents said to their son, who then gave his apology.Singgih found there were indeed two missing items in the store's stock but forgave the boy, and made him promise not to do it again."He cried and hugged me. Then he asked me for a punishment," he tweeted."He said he was already punished by his father, but he hadn't gotten one from here."

Tayo the Little Bus is a character in a popular South Korean children's cartoon series.
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The parents told Singgih to give the boy a light punishment so that he would learn his lesson, so he told the boy to arrange some toys on a shelf according to colour

When Singgih asked the boy the reason for stealing, the boy answered his mother had promised to buy him the toy once his exam results came out, but he couldn't wait any longer.After arranging the toys, the boy hugged Singgih again while saying sorry."I still want to play and buy toys here, don't chase me away," the little boy said.The parents initially wanted to pay five times the price of the stolen toy - which Singgih said is a common regulation at malls regarding stolen items, but he turned the offer down since the boy had already apologised.

Singgih tweeted that the boy came back a few days later to buy the toys.
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At the end of the thread, Singgih wrote that some Twitter users wondered why he did not give the toy to the boy

"I'm just an employee, not the store owner, and the Tayo toy bus costs IDR179,000 (RM53). For me, that's expensive, that amount of money can buy milk powder for my own child," explained Singgih.He also wrote, "The boy's parents were worried that if I gave their child a gift after punishing him, then he wouldn't have learnt his lesson."

Netizens thanked Singgih for the heartwarming story, as well as praised the parents for teaching their child about accountability

"What a cute story. Thanks for sharing. Hope the boy will grow up to become a decent person," wrote a user.

What a cute story. Makasih udah berbagi ya, Mas. Semoga si adek jadi orang dewasa yg baik nantinya.— Kelinci Paskah (@KelinciPaskah) October 10, 2019

This user adored the parents' teaching while commenting, "It is good to be responsible and aware of consequences since young. A good example of an apology."

Didikannya  tanggung jawab sejak kecil. Sadar resiko sejak dini. Penerapan kata maaf yang tepat.— Angie Ang  (@nonAngie) October 10, 2019

Another user said, "Please ask the parents to make a Twitter thread on their parenting methods so that my child can also learn to be academically smart with a good attitude."

please ortunya suru bikin kiat-kiat ato kalo maen twitter bikin thread lah, cara ngasih edukasi anak biar jadi anak yang ga cuma pinter secara akademik tapi attitude nya juga mantul— pawpaw (@holapawpaw) October 10, 2019


[VIDEO] Men Posing As Police Allegedly Rob And Drag A Woman Out Of Ampang Restaurant

A police corporal was arrested on suspicion of robbery after a video showing three men forcefully hauling a woman out of a restaurant went viral on social media

All three men posed as police when they approached the woman eating at a restaurant in Pandan Perdana, Kuala Lumpur.The 23-second video, that went viral on Monday, 24 August, shows two men wearing black T-shirts and trousers dragging a woman on the floor while she struggles and continuously screams for help.Another man dressed in a white T-shirt can be seen sneaking away with a pink handbag that he takes from one of the men in black.Towards the end of the video, a few people come forward to confront the suspects and the woman finally breaks free from their grip and runs aside.

Image via Rojak Drama/Facebook

The incident happened around 8pm on Sunday, 23 August

According to New Straits Times, this information has since been confirmed by Ampang Jaya deputy police chief Superintendent Mohd Azam Ismail, whose district is investigating the incident.Initial checks found that the woman is a Chinese national while the three suspects are believed to be Malaysian citizens."The 29-year-old victim was having a drink with her friends at a restaurant at Jalan Pandan 3/10 when three men approached her and introduced themselves as policemen," the police chief said."They then grabbed her hands and dragged her toward the parking area nearby before passers-by intervened."The video caption states that the restaurant patrons initially watched with hesitation as the robbers dragged her out of the premise because they believed the suspects were policemen on duty.However, as soon as she started screaming for help, they sprung into action.

Image via Rojak Drama/Facebook

The three suspects ran but the onlookers managed to catch one of them and handed him over to the police.
The two others are still at large.

Mohd Azam said the first suspect caught by members of the public is a 46-year-old police corporal who was under suspension from work."The suspect will be remanded to assist further investigations," he said, adding that the police have already identified his two accomplices and are tracking them down.

Image via Alex Tan/Facebook

Meanwhile, the police chief said that the victim lost about RM5,000 in cash and several items of make-up in her handbag."She did not sustain any injuries," he affirmed.According to The Star, the case is being investigated under Section 395/397 of the Penal Code for gang robbery.

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Johor Dad Pleads Guilty To Raping & Impregnating His 15-Year-Old Daughter

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Earlier today, 15 June, a 41-year-old father in Johor pleaded guilty to raping his biological daughter, resulting in the victim becoming pregnant

According to Harian Metro, he pleaded guilty in the Muar Sessions Court as soon as the eight charges were read out by an interpreter before Judge Abu Bakar Manat for the crimes against his daughter.The 15-year-old victim is said to be seven months pregnant.The charges are framed under Section 14 (a) and Section 16 of the Sexual Offenses Against Children Act 2017, and Section 376 (3) of the Penal Code for the offence committed from October 2020 to June 2021.

The father raped the victim when his family members were not at home

The incident only came to light following a health check-up at the victim's school.The check-up revealed that the victim was pregnant.The victim, who at that time did not know she was pregnant, made a police report against her father.The court has fixed 16 July for the case to be mentioned again after Deputy Public Prosecutor Nur Sulehan Abd Rahman did not offer bail for the accused.

Image via Ali Iqbal/Harian Metro

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.


Achieving The "Australian Dream": A Malaysian Shares What It Was Like Migrating, Twice

Many people often dream of emigrating, thinking that the other side offers a better quality of life. However, it takes an immense amount of courage and perseverance to fulfil one's desire for change.

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While people emigrate for different reasons, sometimes they are accused of being "cowards" or "weaklings" who chose to run away rather than stay in their respective countries to fight for a better tomorrow. They are labelled as privileged, selfish individuals who can afford to escape the harsh realities at home, and it is definitely not unusual to hear people calling those living abroad as "unpatriotic".  But, what exactly is driving people away from their home countries?

While the number of Malaysians living abroad has been increasing in the last few decades, we came across this man who could not achieve his "Australian Dream" on his first attempt.
This is the story of a Malaysian who left the country, then returned — only to leave again.

It was 2001. Peter Ling, emigrated to Melbourne, Australia with wife and three children aged 13, 11 and three. He went to Monash University in Melbourne and had worked in Kuching, Sarawak for 20 years in the financial sector before the move. Like many Malaysians today, Peter had hoped to seek for greener pastures there then, but things somehow didn't work out as he had planned.  "l was not fully equipped with the technical skills the job required, and I didn't have the local network and client base. I was still having the 'employee mindset' and was not ready to run my own business," he said.

Peter Ling with his wife, Cecilia.
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Most people would look forward to spend the rest of their lives in a new place after they emigrate, but not Peter's family who made a U-turn about a year later

His plans to settle down permanently with his family in Australia actually took the joy out of his life, and even the prospect of throwing away such a "good opportunity" (of staying overseas) was not enough to make him want to stay. "My working life was just miserable for me." "After almost a year, I returned with my family to Malaysia because I was ill-adjusted to the working environment there. I basically ran away from my job. Sad and depressed, I packed and returned."

What Peter did — to bring his whole family to Australia — was considered to be an "achievement" that many people envied. So, when he decided to come back, people can't stop wondering why.

In his own words, Peter said that it was an "extremely difficult decision to return to Malaysia with unfulfilled ambition".  His calculated decision to come back to his home country invited not just curiosity, but also ridicule and criticism. "Many people said that I'm 'gila' (crazy). My family members and friends back home were curious to know why I returned. I shared with some close friends but not all."  "One of the 'friends' whom I've helped before got so frustrated that he could get no answer from me, insulted me in public that I 'wanted to become a Mat Salleh' but was not successful."

But that wasn't the end of Peter's connection with the Land Down Under as his family was presented with yet another opportunity — a second chance to live in Australia

A few years later, Peter sent his two eldest children to Perth, Australia, for their studies at the end of 2005.  "After a few months of staying with my children who were studying there, my wife and three children loved it there."  But Peter couldn't find that kind of love for Australia, like his family did. Instead, he did something that perhaps not many could comprehend and understand - he bought a ticket back to Malaysia, alone.

"I returned to Malaysia to continue working as a real estate agent and flew there monthly to see my family."

Eventually, Peter's wife also decided to stay back. The family spent the coming years staying there without Peter.  One year came after another and soon, Peter's two children graduated. They have been working in Australia for many years now. "I continue to fly in and out as usual but the greatest thing is I started marketing Australian properties in Asia with significant success. I think my children will love to be there but I will continue what I am doing.""In my case, without migrating to Australia, my career is stalled. I am lucky I made that move, failed badly and now triumphant."

Image via Peter Ling

Peter's work and experience have enabled him to help some Malaysians achieve their "Australian Dream" along the years, but he was not interested in that life for himself until recently

One would wonder how he maintained such a lifestyle without his family near him, but Peter did it anyway and it took a lot of courage and patience to find the kind of satisfaction and happiness that he was seeking for. Today, Peter is based in both Kuching and Perth. Every month, he flies from one place to another for his family and his business. His son, Clarence, who graduated with a law degree from Murdoch University, Western Australia, now helps Peter with his business.  "It was hard initially having to leave my wife and young children in Australia and only visited them once in every month. I missed the family a lot, especially during the meal times." "Luckily my wife is supportive and she is able to take care of the family, and the children adapted well. They love being in Australia now."

Peter Ling and with his wife and two children.
Image via Peter Ling

Now, Peter said that he has the opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds by living in both Malaysia and Australia. He helps other people achieve their "Australian Dream" through property investment and get good returns. He also assists migrants, including students, with accommodation through property purchases. "Being able to market Australian property overseas gives me a good niche because of my unique experience and circumstances," he said.

Peter's story may sound quite bizarre to some people, especially when Malaysians are known to be drawn to Australia and they would probably never want to leave

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) that was published in March 2017, more than 28% of Australian residents are born overseas with Malaysians making up 7% (or 166,200 persons) of the population in Australia. There have been reports that people from Malaysia topped the list of people in a group to overstay their visit, with about 9,440 Malaysians living there illegally. Even the number of Malaysians leaving the country to seek asylum in Australia have doubled that of the previous year's — 2,006 out of 4,622 applications for protection visas lodged between 2015 and 2016 with the Migration Review Tribunal were from Malaysians.

It's true that some people are trying all sorts of ways to get out of the country, for a better life. However, at the same time, there are also those who decided to come back after migrating overseas.

Although his initial plans in Australia were not what he wanted, Peter said that he went through it and he did in fact, gain something from the experience. He could also understand why other Malaysians chose to return, just like he did after the first attempt. At the same time, he also understands the sentiments of those who wish to make a brave leap and move overseas.  "Malaysians generally migrate because they are disappointed by the political and racial discrimination system. They mostly leave because the meritocracy policy is not in place and the education system is getting worse. Corruption and economic conditions are now their major concern," he said.Like it or not, people have very different reasons for why they want to stay or leave, and at the end of the day, they look for different things in life and they should not be demonised for their personal decisions and choices they make.

Quite a number of Malaysians consider the fruit picking industry in Australia to be lucrative, but a journalist went undercover and discovered some shocking truths about it:

                This Malaysian Journalist Reveals The Ugly Truth About Fruit Picking In Australian Farms

"Migrants are not seen as people, but commodities."

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Those who are thinking of moving to Australia might want to refer to this list of on-demand occupations:

                Australia Has Released Its Latest List Of On-Demand Jobs For Skilled Migration

Australia has just released a new list of skilled occupations for its 2017-18 immigration intake programme.

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TikTok Launches The #BaikSemula Challenge To Spread Positivity For Hari Kebangsaan

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Our 64th Hari Kebangsaan is right around the corner, whooo! It's always around this time of year that we start feeling super patriotic and filled with love for our beautiful country. <3

It's definitely been a trying year for all of us, but it's now more important than ever for everyone to come together. From supporting local businesses to contributing to food banks, and even doing whatever we can to help those around us, Malaysians have truly stepped up to support each other during these difficult times.

To celebrate Hari Kebangsaan, as well as remind everyone to stay strong, TikTok has launched their #BaikSemula Challenge, and they want you to take part!

#BaikSemula TikTok MovementAs we adapt to the new normal, the Malaysian spirit continues to live on in our hearts and minds!

To celebrate our 64th Hari Kebangsaan, stand a chance to win amazing prizes when you join #BaikSemula TikTok Movement from 9 to 31 August!

It’s easy! All you need to do is record and show us the most creative way of sharing your inspirational message while lip-syncing to the Baik Semula song on TikTok. Who knows, your messages could touch the hearts of others and inspire them to do the same.

So, get your phones out and show off your creativity! Join the #BaikSemula TikTok Movement now and make sure to search #BaikSemula on TikTok to discover more.

Remember, we are in this together and we will get through this together!

Click here for more details: https://www.tiktok.com/tag/BaikSemula

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The #BaikSemula TikTok challenge is all about spreading positivity, and it starts with you! This month, let's all join hands, come together in unity, and inspire others by sharing touching messages and stories.All you have to do is create a TikTok video using the Baik Semula song, it's that easy! Btw, the song was sung by beloved local singers Faizal Tahir, Jaclyn Victor, Tuju, and Siti Nordiana.

And the best part is that you'll even stand the chance of winning some awesome prizes, yaaay!

The top 20 most creative entries will win a limited edition merch kit, consisting of things like a t-shirt, metal tumblers, candles, yummy snacks, and more. How awesome is that? The #BaikSemula TikTok challenge will be running until 31 August, so hurry and get your entries in for your chance to win!Terms and conditions apply.

Need some inspo? Check out some of the creative entries below:

  @wincychua_ Selamat Hari Merdeka guys~ Lets fight this pandemic together  STAY AT HOME , STAY SAFE  #baiksemula #tiktokmalaysia @tiktok_malaysia  #BaikSemula - Faizal Tahir & Jaclyn Victor & Tuju & Siti Nordiana

  @hubertceo There are so many things I miss doing  We shall all get through this together  come join me in #BaikSemula to spread love & kindness   #BaikSemula - Faizal Tahir & Jaclyn Victor & Tuju & Siti Nordiana

  @puspagomeyn Mari sama-sama kita harungi rintangan..Kita Jaga Kita..Love Malaysia #BaikSemula Selamat Hari Merdeka!!!  #BaikSemula - Faizal Tahir & Jaclyn Victor & Tuju & Siti Nordiana

So, what are you waiting for? Hurry and join the #BaikSemula TikTok challenge now!
You can check out this microsite for more information, or scroll through the #BaikSemula tag on TikTok to see other entries.

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9 Shopee Finds Under RM45 That Will Get You Through Yet Another Semester Of Online Classes

If you are a student, you would have had to adapt from classroom to online learning over the pandemic season

Be it primary school or college, most students had to endure entire semesters online and attend classes in their bedroom.

Since you've been spending tons of time studying in your room, we created a list of useful Shopee items that can boost your productivity:

Note: Prices listed in this article are accurate at time of writing.

1. A foldable table for those early morning Zoom classes in bed | RM20.99

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Finding it hard to get out of bed for those dreaded 8am classes on Zoom? Well, what if we told you that you can stay in bed the whole day if you want to, and still get work done?This ergonomic table has foldable legs with a wide surface and phone slot, and some even come with a built-in cup holder. Just rest your laptop on this lightweight yet stable table, and snuggle up in bed with your morning coffee!You can get it here.

2. A high-definition external webcam to level up your online presentations | RM15.60 - RM29.60

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Are you constantly annoyed by your low-resolution webcam? If you don't own a quality laptop camera, but wish for a cheap alternative, then this high-definition external webcam will give your virtual meetings a notable upgrade.This is a great device to level up your Zoom setup and improve your presentations. It supports a resolution of up to 1080p, and features a built-in microphone.You can get it here.

3. A portable and ergonomic laptop stand to help you complete assignments in comfort | RM37.70

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Say goodbye to neck pain and backaches when you get a sturdy laptop stand! Adjusting the position of your laptop will help improve your posture, as you won't have to constantly bend your neck to look down at the screen. This is an essential item especially if you stare at your laptop 24/7.You can get it here.

4. A matching wireless Bluetooth keyboard and mouse for iPad users | RM18 - RM42

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If you are using your iPad or tablet as a substitute for a laptop, a wireless keyboard and mouse enhances your efficiency and precision as you work. Plus, these pastel colours are super adorable, and they are cheaper than ones you'd find in stores.You can get it here.

5. These aesthetic notebooks that look like they came from Muji | RM4 - RM11

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Image via Shopee

Who doesn't like boujee Muji notebooks? These ones are cheaper alternatives that look every bit as aesthetic and minimalist, and they also come in different designs (grid, dotted, and lined) and sizes (A4, A5, and A6). You can get them here and here.

6. A reusable and erasable notebook if you want to save paper | RM38.15

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If you love writing notes but don't want to waste paper, this is an eco-friendly notebook alternative. This reusable notebook is acid-free and made out of stones! You can write on it as you would usually do on paper, but you can erase your notes with a damp cloth or hairdryer. Just download an app, and all your notes will be safely stored as a PDF that you can easily sync to cloud services. This feature is useful if you don't own an iPad or Tablet, but want to view your notes on your devices. You can get it here.

7. These stackable document racks to keep your notes neat and tidy | RM18.00 - RM21.07

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Do you have dozens of sheets of paper scattered all over your desk and floor? Unfortunately, a messy workspace can hinder your productivity and motivation to study.If you want to keep your desk neat and organised, you may want to consider getting some stackable file racks to sort your notes and books. You'll probably feel extra fresh and inspired to work when you sit down at a clean table!You can get it here.

8. Stabilo highlighters and Midliners for almost half the price | RM2.50 and RM4.99

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Image via Shopee

Add colour to your notes with these highlighter pens that are being sold on Shopee for much less than in bookstores. The soft and dreamy pastel colours are especially eye-pleasing for highlighting textbooks! You can get them here and here.

9. Keep your stationery organised in these cute pen holders | RM22.30

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Sort your supplies and always be able to find the right pen at a glance. What a win!You can get this here.

Here are more ideas on how you can spruce up your workspace:

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Support that spine y'all.

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Since we spend many hours at our desks, might as well make it cosy.

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