Wajib Rai Aidilfitri Tapi Sambutan Boleh Ditangguhkan Ekoran PKP

Malaysia telah menjalani tempoh Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP) sejak dari 18 Mac lalu dan kini sudah memasuki fasa ketiga

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Susulan daripada pelaksanaan PKP, pergerakan setiap rakyat telah dibataskan bagi membantu memutuskan rantaian wabak Covid-19 yang berlaku ketika ini.Kesan PKP pastinya dirasai oleh setiap individu. Malah susulan daripada pelaksanaan PKP, umat Islam di negara ini juga tidak dibenarkan untuk menunaikan solat sunat tarawih di masjid ataupun surau pada bulan Ramadan yang bakal menjelma dua hari lagi.Selain itu, pelaksanaan PKP ini juga turut menimbulkan persoalan dalam kalangan rakyat sama ada sambutan Hari Raya Aidilfitri boleh ditangguhkan lebih-lebih lagi apabila semua individu kini dilarang sama sekali untuk pulang ke kampung halaman masing-masing.

Justeru itu, ini jawapan yang diberikan Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama) Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri

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Menurut Dr Zulkifli setiap umat Islam harus menyambut Aidilfitri namun mereka boleh menangguhkan sambutan itu ketika PKP.Memetik laporan, beliau berkata selepas menjalani ibadah puasa, setiap individu yang beragama Islam wajib menyambut Hari Raya Aidilfitri pada hari pertama Syawal.Menurut beliau, umat Islam mesti makan dan menunaikan solat AidilFitri dengan cara yang disarankan kerajaan agar mematuhi PKP.“Namun, cara sambutan itu perlu memadai dan mungkin tidak sama dengan perayaan lain dan lebih kepada tradisi,” katanya.

Katanya, keputusan kemungkinan penangguhan sambutan Hari Raya Aidilfitri ketika PKP ini akan diputuskan melalui perbincangan Majlis Fatwa Nasional

Namun beliau mengingatkan orang ramai untuk menghadkan kunjungan antara satu sama lain semasa hari raya dengan mengadakan penjarakan sosial seperti yang dipraktikan semasa PKP.Katanya, umat Islam di negara ini juga boleh menangguhkan sambutan ini seperti mengadakan majlis rumah terbuka yang membabitkan jumlah pengunjung yang ramai.

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M'sian Disney Employee Shares What It's Like Working At The Happiest Place On Earth

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A Malaysian living in the United States took to social media to share his joy after earning his master's degree while working at 'the happiest place on Earth' — Disney

"Growing up in Malaysia, never could I have imagined I would fly halfway across the world to eventually work for Disney, let alone have them support my educational aspirations," Sean Yeoh Shun Ming shared on Facebook group Subtle Asian Traits on 10 June.He said, like so many of the group's 1.9 million members, he is the first generation in his family to have obtained a tertiary education and a bachelor's degree, let alone a master's."I am beyond grateful to have been given this opportunity to prove myself and inspire others in my family.""Let's see how long this can make my parents proud until I start bringing dishonour again," he joked.

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Speaking to SAYS, Yeoh shared that he hails from Seremban, Negeri Sembilan and left for university in the United States in 2012

"I was raised in Malaysia for most of my life and both of my parents are Malaysian," the 28-year-old clarified.He added that he has stayed in the US since his studies and now currently lives with his wife and brother in Florida, while most of the family is back home."Although the future is hard to predict, there is a version where we might eventually move back to Malaysia to be closer to family and our roots," Yeoh said."Realistically though, I would love to work for Disney until the end, so we'll see how things go!"

Yeoh and his wife at a Cast-exclusive preview of the Mickey & Minnie Runaway Railway ride at Walt Disney World.
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Yeoh revealed that he has been working for The Walt Disney Company for over four years now, with the dream of many more years to go

He told SAYS that he landed a job in Disney in 2017, soon after graduating from university and leaving his first job in another internationally-based company.Over the four years, Yeoh said he has held various roles in the company, but his current job is as a Contact Centre Coordinator in Disney World."I certainly do consider it my dream job!" he exclaimed, when asked if it was so.Yeoh explained that besides coordinating and working on projects to improve Contact Centre operations, he is also in charge of planning events in recognition and celebration of other Disney employees, called Casts."I love what I do for the company, especially in relation to recognition. I find it fulfilling to create events and come up with creative ideas to recognise and appreciate the Casts, who are the heart of the company," he said.

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As part of the team that gives away tokens of appreciation to fellow staff, Yeoh also told SAYS of Disney's other employee benefits

First of all, he confirmed that all employees do have unlimited admission to all Disney theme parks."Disney truly has some amazing employee benefits. Beyond that, perks can range from anything like discounted merchandise, hotel stays, or cruises, all the way to Cast-exclusive recognition events or Cast-previews for upcoming rides and experiences," Yeoh proudly shared.However, he is most grateful for Disney's scholarship programme, Disney Aspire, where the company sponsors 100% of any employee's education should they seek to pursue it."As someone who has always planned to eventually do a master's, the programme presented the perfect opportunity for me to participate in it," he said, adding that he heard about it through an internal company announcement."I obtained my Master's in Business Administration through the programme, and I'm grateful to Disney for supporting my educational aspirations," he said.

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With all that said, Yeoh is still excited because he is sure that his story with Disney is only just beginning

"I know this will not be my last role within the company as I continue to grow and gain as much experience as I can from one of the biggest companies in the world, so I invite everyone to follow along this magical journey!" he said.He promised to update his journey on Facebook group Subtle Asian Traits and is thankful for all the Malaysian pride and well-wishes that he has received on his post so far.


Watch This Japanese Guy's Video Of Malaysia That Looks Like An Entire Movie

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It often takes a pair of eyes from the outside to remind us of how beautiful Malaysia truly is

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A Japanese YouTuber, who goes by the name Aki, has been residing in Malaysia for several years now. He started off as an English high school teacher and has since ventured into becoming a professional video creator.His YouTube channel, Aki from Japan, currently has over 97,200 subscribers.

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In his videos and vlogs, Aki shares his different experiences in Malaysia. Some of which include him learning Bahasa Melayu within three weeks during the Movement Control Order, trying out Ramly burger, and how to make teh tarik.

Although many of his videos are entertaining, Aki posted one video, in particular, that can't help but make you want to travel around Malaysia

Garnering over 33,200 views since November, his video, titled Malaysia Cinematic - Like You've Never Seen Before, shows off the country through the lens of an outsider.

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People have been loving it, saying that it should be the official Tourism Malaysia advertisement because of its impressive editing

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Watch the full video here:

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The Fertility Rate In Malaysia Is Declining. Here's Why It’s A Problem & How It Affects Us

In 2018, Malaysia's fertility rate was revealed to be at its lowest in the last 55 years

At 1.8 babies per woman, it was a 1.3% drop from 2017, which recorded 1.9 babies per woman. Although the statistics for 2019 and 2020 have yet to be released, the current results show that there is a decline. A declining fertility rate is not just due to couples not wanting to have children, but also the inability to conceive. In fact, most couples get married later, which possibly leads to a harder time conceiving. Although we might not see immediate results from the decline, this creates an imbalance in the country, with a smaller but ageing population in the long-term.

Why is it declining and how is it a problem that affects all of us? We decided to investigate!
Here are some factors that contribute to the decline in the fertility rate:

Low salary, rising costsMost fresh graduates have a starting salary in the range of RM2,000 to RM2,800. And this has remained stagnant for a long time. Did you know that between 2004 and 2016, the median monthly income for working adults between 20 to 29 years old was between RM2,000 to RM2,500? And this is on top of research showing that the cost of living in Kuala Lumpur for a single adult is around RM2,100 (excluding rent). Meanwhile, the cost of living for a family of four would cost around RM7,600 (excluding rent). Even if they live outside the city, the difference in cost of living would only be plus-minus RM100 to 200.  With a low salary and high cost of living, it's not easy to make ends meet even as a couple, which is why many couples have only one or two kids, or put having children on hold.

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Career first, babies laterWhat comes first? Marriage or career? For many women, it's either one or the other. In fact, according to the Malaysian Key Statistics of Labour Force April 2020, 43.3% of about 160,000 employees left the workforce or did not seek jobs due to family responsibilities. Being financially independent and enjoying a fulfilling career is appealing. Meanwhile, some find the thought of sacrificing one's career in order to have children uninviting and saddening. And for many, it takes a long time to advance their careers, further delaying their intentions to conceive or get married. Some couples may be married for several years and are still not prepared to have kids. On top of rising costs, the idea of juggling between family matters and work is off-putting and time-consuming. Moreover, many couples have placed priority on freedom, both financially and timewise.

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Difficulty in conceivingAgeing does affect fertility. A woman's peak productive period is usually in her 20s. As women age, most begin to experience a significant decrease in fertility as the number of their eggs decline. They are also at a higher risk of developing disorders and complications, whether during conception, pregnancy, or childbirth. Ageing affects fertility in men too. When men get older, their sperm count decreases, which reduces the overall chances of pregnancy. The National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) revealed that from 2010 to 2019, 60% of sperm tests were reported as abnormal, and 7% of the total male population in Malaysia is infertile. That's around one million men who suffer from infertility!But it seems that the rate of infertility among younger couples are on the rise too. According to Gynaecologist Dr Azirawathy Mohd Tazri, almost 70% of her patients who seek fertility treatment are couples who are younger than 30 years old. Nowadays, a lot of couples take around two years or more to conceive, although reports state that they are physically normal and healthy. In fact, LPPKN reported that the fertility level among men under 30 has decreased by 15%.

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What happens if the fertility rate continues to drop? How will it affect us?

Reduction in population sizeIt's simple. Fewer babies mean a smaller population in the long-term. When fertility declines, this means the population size decreases not among adults or the elderly, but among the youth. And if this happens, this rapidly decreases the long-term population size because of the already low fertility rates. In 2010, the young population was 7.8 million, by the first quarter of 2020, we've seen a decrease to 7.53 million.

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Ageing populationWith current low fertility rates, there will be an ageing population in the future. As explained above, adults and the elderly would make up a bigger percentage of the total population. This creates implications in areas such as healthcare, financial services, city planning, and social services. Additionally, the Malaysian Department of Statistics has shown that there is an increase of elderly from 6.7% in 2019 to 7% in 2020. According to Alliance For A Safe Community, Malaysia is expected to be an ageing nation by 2030, in which 15% of the population would be at least 60 years old. In fact, the Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society (MAHS) had proposed to the government to consider having a ministry that focuses on the ageing population due to future wellbeing and mental health concerns for the elderly. If the low fertility rate declines further, this results in an even bigger imbalance in the age structure.

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Shrinking labour forceWith a smaller young population, this leads to a shrinking labour force that heavily and directly impacts the country's economy. Take Japan as an example, where it has been estimated that the labour force between 1999 and 2050, will fall from 68 million to 46 million. If this happens in Malaysia, it will lower the standard of healthcare and pensions, heavily impacting the ageing population. It has been estimated that the pensions for retired private workers in 10 years would project to RM63 billion, more than double the current amount.

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This is why numerous public and private agencies want to tackle the declining fertility rates in our country with proper incentives and options.
With various fertility treatments out there, here are a few initiatives to help couples struggling with fertility issues:

Employees Provident Fund (EPF)EPF has launched the Health Withdrawal – Fertility Treatment for couples who have trouble conceiving while addressing the nation's effort to overcome the declining fertility rate at the same time. The health withdrawal facility under Account 2 of the EPF savings was originally allocated to cover medical expenses for critical illnesses. But EPF has taken the initiative to allow withdrawals for fertility treatments too!  This means that couples can now apply to withdraw funds from Account 2 for treatments concerning in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), intrauterine insemination (IUI), and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICS). To apply for the withdrawal, just submit your application at any EPF branch along with supporting documents such as medical reports, marriage certificate, and bills/invoices for the treatments. Find out more here.

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IVFKasih The IVFKasih programme is an initiative by the Kasih Fertility Specialist Centre with Sunfert, in aims of helping married couples conceive at an earlier age. As IVF treatments can be costly, ranging from RM18,000 to RM20,000 per treatment, many couples struggling to conceive are unable to seek the right treatment without burning a huge hole in their pocket. IVFKasih provides a low-cost IVF treatment that uses a unique and innovative approach without affecting the pregnancy rate. It covers from the start of the IVF procedure to the day of the pregnancy testing, including laboratory costs for ICS, Laser-Assisted Hatching, and Blastocyst Culture. The programme also uses fewer injections and pills to stimulate the hormone. The treatment is less aggressive and more natural to obtain eggs of better quality. Find out more here.

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Tax exemption for fertility treatmentsAccording to Budget 2020, couples seeking fertility treatments such as IVF are able to enjoy income tax relief of up to RM6,000 under medical treatment of serious illnesses. The tax exemption does not apply to only women, but to men as well. If both husband and wife have receipts from the fertility treatments, they are able to claim up to RM6,000 respectively.

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The national fertility rate affects not just us, but future generations too. Together, we should try to do our part to help Malaysia grow and prosper!


"If Vaccination Rate Is Doing Well, Why Are Cases Increasing?" – Dr Explains Why

A doctor has offered a clear explanation for why cases are still high despite Malaysia having one of the fastest vaccinations rates in the world

Dr Dhivya Dhyana took to Instagram a couple of days ago explaining that there are two reasons why this is happening."20,000 cases infected today does not mean that the infection appeared today," she says, adding that these are people who have been infected in the past two to three weeks.She goes on to explain this means that they are still detecting new cases that were unidentified within the past month. "And these numbers are probably going to go on for the next month or two."

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The second thing to note, she says, is that although Malaysia has one of the fastest vaccination rates, only about 50% of the total population has been fully vaccinated

"Which means the other 50% is either not vaccinated or partially vaccinated."She elaborates that the definition of 'fully vaccinated' does not just mean that you have completed two doses of vaccination, but it "means that you have completed the window period, which is necessary for your body to build antibodies".So if you get vaccinated today, for example, "It does not mean that you will be immediately protected tomorrow".

"To develop the immunity, your body is going to need time to produce the antibodies."This usually takes 14 to 21 days depending on the vaccination you've taken."

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To sum it up, you can only be considered fully vaccinated if you have completed both vaccine doses and passed the window period of 14 or 21 days

"This explains why the effects of the vaccination is not immediately seen. It's going to take weeks, about a month, before we can see a steady drop in the number of cases," she adds.

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In the meantime, we can look at the number of cases in each category, which will eventually mean fewer deaths

"Although the vaccine cannot prevent you 100% from getting the infection, it is going to reduce the severity of the infection, which means we are going to see a drop in the number of cases in the Categories 4 and 5, and a reduction in number of hospital admittance, oxygen requirement, and ICU admissions."This will ultimately mean a reduction in the number of deaths, she adds. "So don't lose hope on vaccinations yet, just because you don't see an immediate drop in the number, that does not mean that the vaccination is not working."

You can watch the full video below:

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In July, Dhivya went viral after posting a video explaining how frontliners were left with little choice but to select candidates who can better survive:

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"We're thinking of those who are better candidates, who can survive not because we want to but we don't have a choice."

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If you have been vaccinated, here are some things you should know:

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[VIDEO] Malaysians Try Recreating Their Fave Childhood Rice Dishes. Jadi Or Not?

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From nasi lemak to fried rice, economy rice, banana leaf rice, and so many more, Malaysians just can't get enough of rice, kan?

Like, it's the most important staple food in the country! Plus, rice is such a versatile carb. Be it eating it with dishes, frying it, or having it as porridge, we just can't live without rice. <3

Knowing how much we love our nasi, Jasmine challenged us to cook our favourite childhood rice dishes, woohoo!
Watch the full video below to find out what went down:

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Of course, everyone had a special rice dish that was close to their hearts

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Brenda: "So, like, I like fried rice, chicken rice, nasi lemak, cheese baked rice, oh my gosh." Zaidi: "For me, of course, Nasi Lemak Daun Pisang. I still remember last time when I was a kid, once a week, my mum will buy for me Nasi Lemak Daun Pisang from the side of the road."

As Suresh prepared his nasi briyani, it brought back all his Deepavali memories

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Suresh: "One of the fondest memories I've got is during Deepavali. We only cook briyani during Deepavali. She (his grandmother) will cook briyani in this huge pot. Bring it down, everyone will sit on the floor. Banana leaf spread out, all waiting to just serve, you know."

Meanwhile, when preparing her Hong Kong cheese baked rice, Brenda shared that it's important to tenderise the meat before marinating it

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Brenda: "So, first, you must tenderise the meat. To make it juicy and succulent. We have to marinate it. Okay, now we mix-y mix. Get all the sauce in there."

For Zaidi, his secret tip to making a good nasi lemak is to always tumbuk the ingredients with love <3

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Zaidi: "Now, we talk about the sambal. So, what we have to do is we crush like this. Just imagine, like, all your enemies are here. Then, you crush them like that. But you have to cook with affection, with your love, then your food will be good and tasty."

Finallyyyy, check out all the completed dishes! Everything looks so sedaaaaap. :9

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No matter which rice dishes we enjoy eating, no one understands our love for rice better than Jasmine Food Corporation <3

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For 61 years, the local household brand has been the go-to choice for many Malaysians when it comes to cooking rice. In fact, Jasmine recently became the leading* rice brand in the country, woohoo!To cater to our lifestyle as well as the wide variety of rice dishes in our country, Jasmine Food Corporation has many different types of rice. Whether you're looking for brown rice to kickstart a healthy diet, basmathi rice to prepare briyani, or their classic white rice, Jasmine Food Corporation has got it all. *No.1 in value in total Malaysia in Rice category. Based on the Retail Index Service for Rice category for the 12 months ending April 2021 in total Malaysia – Copyright 2021, The Nielsen Company (M) Sdn Bhd.

Find out more about Jasmine Food Corporation's rice products on their website!

You can also like and follow their Facebook page to get the latest updates.

Can't get enough of rice? Check out what other Malaysians had to say about their favourite rice dishes:

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"Tak Sangka Dapat Peluang" - 12 Tahun Tak Kemudi Acara Besar, Shiera Teruja Hoskan TADS

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

Kali terakhir muncul sebagai pengacara majlis besar pada tahun 2011, pelakon dan pengacara Sharifah Shahira bersedia untuk mengemudi Tonton Anugerah Drama Sangat (TADS) 2023 bersama pengacara Sherry Alhadad

Bakal diadakan pada 12 Mac ini di Pusat Konvensyen Antarabangsa Putrajaya (PICC), pelawak yang mesra disapa dengan nama Shiera ini teruja bekerjasama dengan Sherry. “Sherry merupakan ibu saudara saya. Bapa Sherry dan nenek saya merupakan adik beradik. Jadi, kami memang saling mengenali. Ketika dia masih kecil, saya sudah aktif dalam dunia hiburan"“Tak sangka kami dapat peluang untuk mengemudi majlis besar seperti TADS. Sebelum ini, saya pernah bekerjasama dengan Sherry tapi di acara kecil sahaja. Saya tak sabar nak bergandingan dan memeriahkan acara ini,” kata isteri kepada pelakon Ijoy Azhari ini.

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Dah lama tak muncul depan TV, hanya mahu jadi diri sendiri saja

Walaupun sudah lama tidak muncul di kaca TV sebagai hos, dia hanya mahu menjadi diri sendiri dalam cara yang menyenangkan orang ramai."Kalau nak terima, terimalah. Kalau tak ada apa-apa yang perlu saya cakap, saya takkan cakap kerana saya tak mahu membodohkan diri. Sebab mereka selalu labelkan saya artis kurang cerdik, saya tak kisah kerana saya masih di sini"“Ada yang berterima kasih juga pada saya kerana menghiburkan. Persediaan untuk mengacara pula, saya hanya mahu jadi diri sendiri, tetapi biarlah jadi diri sendiri yang orang suka, bukan kurang ajar,” katanya lagi.

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Jangan lupa untuk menyaksikan TADS secara langsung di Pusat Konvensyen Antarabangsa Putrajaya (PICC) dan pembelian tiket sudah boleh dilakukan sejak 3 Mac lalu menerusi laman web www.tonton.com.my dengan harga RM 40 sahaja!

Tonton Anugerah Drama Sangat 2023 bakal bersiaran pada 12 Mac 2023 bermula jam 9 malam di TV3 atau boleh strim langsung HD di Tonton.


11 Best Places For Sinfully Delicious Chocolate Brownies In KL And PJ

Like your brownie warm, gooey and love the feeling of having chocolate and ice cream ooze in your mouth?

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Be it the good ol' basic chocolate brownie or the ones dripping with decadent chocolate sauce and ice cream, these cafes in town will surely satisfy your inner chocolate monster ;)

1. Sizzling Brownie @ 3 Bags Full

Where: 3 Bags Full, 38, Jalan PJU 5/10, Dataran Sunway, Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya.Contact details: +603-6150 2831Opening hours: Tuesday till Friday: 11:00AM- 11:00PMSaturday & Sunday: 11:00AM- 12:00AMClosed on Mondays.For more details, photos and reservations, check out 3 Bags Full's Facebook page.

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2. Chocolate Nut Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream @ Coffea Coffee

Where: Coffea Coffee, 11-2 Jalan telawi 2, Bangsar Baru 59100. Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.Contact details: tel: +603-2282 0507, email: [email protected] Opening hours:Sunday till Thursday: 9:00AM- 12:00AMFriday & Saturday: 9:00AM- 2:00AM For more details, photos and reservations, check out Coffea Coffee's official site and Facebook page.

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3. Skillet Toffee Fudge Brownie @ Chili's Grill & Bar

Where: Chili's Grill & Bar @ Subang: Lot G-17 Ground Floor, Jalan SS 16/1, 47500, Empire Shopping Gallery, Subang Jaya, 47500, Malaysia. (+60 3-5631 8825)Chili's Grill & Bar: Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 58000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (+60 3-2287 6788) Chili's Grill & Bar @ Paradigm Mall: Lot No. GB 01, Level G, Paradigm Mall, No.1 Jalan SS7/26A, Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor., E11, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. (+60 3-7887 3298) Chili's Grill & Bar: Suria Klcc, Jalan Ampang, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (+60 3-2164 1400) Opening hours: Sunday till Thursday: 11:00AM- 11:00PMFriday & Saturday: 11:00AM- 12:00AMFor more details, photos and reservations, check out Chili's [official site](www.chilis.com.my) and Facebook page.

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4. Chocolate Brownies @ Sikit Atas

Where: @SikitAtas.com Restaurant and Bar, Ground Floor, Wisma Perintis, 47 Jalan Dungun, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur. Contact details: tel: 03 2094 2489, fax: 03 2011 0156, email: [email protected]Opening hours: Monday till Thursday: 12:30PM- 11:00PMFriday till Saturday: 12:30PM- 00:30AMSunday: 12:30PM- 11:00PM For more details, photos and reservations, check out Sikit Atas's official site or Facebook page.

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5. Sizzling Brownie and Oreo Ice Cream @ Acme Bar & Coffee

Where: Acme Bar & Coffee, The Troika, Persiaran KLCC, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Contact details: +60 3-2162 2288. [email protected] Opening hours: Monday till Thursday: 11:00AM- 12:00AM Friday: 11:00AM- 1:00AMSaturday: 9:30AM- 1:00AMSunday: 9:30AM- 12:00AM For more details, photos and reservations, check out Acme's official site or Facebook page. Just be sure to make reservations if you plan to go in a big group!

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6. Brownies Crepe @ Salon Du Chocolat

Where: Lot 26-27, Level G2, Publika Shopping Gallery, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Contact details: +603 6211 2300Opening hours: Monday till Thursday: 11:30AM- 10:30PMFriday till Sunday: 11:30AM- 11:30PM For more details, photos and reservations, check out Salon Du Chocolat's official site and Facebook page.

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7.  Honeycomb Chocolate Brownie @ MACE by Coffee Chemistry Signature

Where: MACE by Coffee Chemistry Signature, 42 Jalan SS21/58, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Contact details: +60 3-7732 4721Opening hours: Monday till Thursday: 11:00AM- 10:30PM Friday & Saturday: 11:00AM- 11:00PM Closed on Sundays.For more details, photos and reservations, check out MACE's Facebook page.

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8. Chocolate Brownie with Strawberries @ Hou Shuen Tea House

Where: Hou Shuen Coffee & Tea 122, Jalan Gasing, Petaling Jaya, Selangor.Contact details: +6016 336 6969Opening hours: Open daily from 11:00AM till 8:00PM. For more details, photos and reservations, check out Hou Shuen's Facebook page.

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9. Lava Brownie @ myBurgerLab

Where: SeaPark: 14, Jalan 21/22, SeaPark, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.OUG: 8, Jalan Awan Hijau, Taman OUG, 58200 Kuala Lumpur.Sunway: 3, Jalan PJS 11/9, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Cyberjaya: Prima 4, Prima Avenue, Block 3513, Jalan Teknokrat 5, 63000 Cyberjaya (Behind Starbucks)Contact details: +6010-369 5275Opening hours: SeaPark & OUG: Tuesday till Sunday (5:00PM- 10:15PM) Sunway: Monday till Friday (11:00AM- 2:00PM), Tuesday till Sunday (5:00PM- 10:15PM) Cyberjaya: Monday till Friday (11:30- 2:00PM), Monday till Saturday (5:30PM- 10:00PM) For more details, photos and reservations, check out myBurgerLab's official site and Facebook page.

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10. Chocolate Brownie @ Vintry

Where: Vintry Damansara: 130 Jalan Kasah, Medan Damansara,50490 Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (+(603) 2094 8262) Vintry Ampang: 24 Persiaran Ampang, Ampang, 55000, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (+(603) 4252 8262) Vintry Jaya 33: Lot PG-02C, Ground Floor, Jaya 33, Jalan Semangat, Section 13, 46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. (+(603) 7960 6737)Opening hours: Vintry Jaya 33 and Damansara  are open from 12:00PM till late from Monday till Saturday and closed on Sundays.  Vintry Ampang opens are 2:00PM till late and is closed on Mondays. For more details, photos and reservations, check out Vintry's official site.

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11. Chocolate Brownies with Gelato @ LOKL Coffee Co

Where: 30 Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, 50000 Kuala LumpurContact details: +603 2072 1188Opening hours: Tuesday till Sunday (8:00AM- 8:00PM) For more details, photos and reservations, check out LOKL's official site and Facebook page.

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Consolation: Fat Spoon's Fat Chocolate Cake with double scoops of luscious vanilla ice cream! Drool away!

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Driver Scribbles 'Sorry' And Points Out Scratches With Marker Pen On Stranger's Car

A driver in Singapore who reversed into another vehicle by accident took a rather unusual approach to deal with it

On 23 April, Facebook page All Singapore Stuff uploaded a video showing that the driver had allegedly apologised by writing 'Sorry' with a marker pen on the victim's car.

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According to Mothership, the incident took place at Jewel Changi Airport's car park. On the car's bonnet, it read, "Sorry I bang your car when reversing".

However, the apology wasn't the only thing left behind.
In the video, scratches allegedly caused by the accident were also pointed out with a marker.

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The marker trail indicated the different scratches with arrows pointing at them and an additional 'Sorry' scribbled at the bottom.

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Image via All Singapore Stuff/Facebook

The video ends with a woman shrugging and looking confused by the whole incident

It is unclear if the driver had left any contact number other than what was written.

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You can watch the video below:

In the past, Malaysians have taken unusual approaches to deal with people who wrongly park their cars:

                Woman Rams Into Double-Parked Car In Bangsar And Leaves An Unforgettable Note

Stop. Being. Inconsiderate.

Read the full story

                Bangsar Shop Owner Apologises After Employee Superglued "No Parking" Sign On Someone's Car

She parked her car in the parking bay on Sunday.

Read the full story


Digelar ‘Beauty With Brain’, Pencapaian Gadis Ini Patut Dijadikan Inspirasi Semua Pelajar

Baru-baru ini, seorang gadis viral di media sosial tentang pencapaian akademik beliau yang menjadi buah mulut netizen

Melalui thread di akaun Twitter @silly_boney, tersebut sebuah kisah tentang seorang gadis, Dyan Ahmad dan pencapaian akademik beliau yang sesuai dijadikan contoh kepada mereka yang masih belajar di luar sana.Dyan dikatakan telah menerima empat anugerah semasa Konvokesyen Diploma beliau iaitu Anugerah Graduan Terbaik Keseluruhan Diploma UiTM Perak, Anugerah Pelajar Terbaik Kursus Diploma Pengurusan Hartanah, Anugerah Pelajar Terbaik Fakulti Senibina (FSPU), dan Anugerah Naib Canselor dengan CGPA 3.91.

    Officially graduated with BSc (Hons) in Estate Management with CGPA 3.91/4.00. Proudest moment of my life.  #ugogirl A post shared by  Tita Dina (@dyanahmad) on Apr 16, 2017 at 11:07pm PDT

Bukan setakat di peringkat Diploma, Dyan tetap unggul pada peringkat Ijazah Sarjana Muda apabila berjaya merangkul beberapa anugerah tertinggi iaitu Anugerah Graduan Terbaik Kursus Sarjana Muda Pengurusan Hartanah, Bronze Award for International Real Estate Symposium by Inspen, dan Anugerah Naib Cancelor juga dengan CGPA 3.91.

    Just noticed this letter from the university when I was spring cleaning the house.  p/s: I thought i have failed to secure any AGTs award for my bachelor, but here it goes. Yay!! #diplomadegreebestgraduate #250richer A post shared by  Tita Dina (@dyanahmad) on Oct 14, 2017 at 8:05pm PDT

Untuk makluman, Anugerah Pelajar Terbaik UiTM Perak yang dimenangi Dyan itu bermaksud beliau merupakan pelajar terbaik keseluruhan bagi dua kampus iaitu UiTM Tapah dan UiTM Sri Iskandar.

    Alhamdulillah for another Best Student Award. Many thanks to Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM) for this award & appreciation. This is indeed a great honor for me.  #nothingworthhavingcomeseasy A post shared by  Tita Dina (@dyanahmad) on May 19, 2017 at 6:31am PDT

Namun, di sebalik kejayaan, terselit cerita pahit dan duka sepanjang bergelar pelajar. Dyan terpaksa mengharungi dugaan terbesar dalam hidup apabila ibunya meninggal dunia sebelum beliau mendaftar untuk sambung belajar di peringkat ijazah di UiTM Shah Alam.

  A post shared by Tita Dina (@dyanahmad) on Dec 4, 2014 at 1:48am PST

Baca thread penuh oleh @silly_boney di bawah:

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Pencapaian Dyan tidak terhenti di situ. Beliau juga telah menerima Anugerah Pelajar Terbaik BOVAE dan Anugerah Pelajar Terbaik Royal Institution of Surveyors Malaysia (RISM).

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Pernah dipandang rendah oleh seseorang, Dyan membuktikan bahawa beliau akan menerima Anugerah Naib Canselor dan hanya biarkan kejayaan beliau berbicara

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Dyan juga sering berkongsi tips study dan sebagainya di Instagram beliau.

Betul, setiap course yang wujud di universiti memainkan peranan yang penting dan ada sumbangannya yang tersendiri. Jangan sesekali memperkecilkan course yang dipelajari oleh seseorang.

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Jaja Gambar Random Ibu Mengandung, Group Di Facebook Ini Terima Kecaman Ramai. Awas!

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Zaman sekarang pelbagai bentuk jenayah boleh berlaku kepada diri kita

Tidak kiralah baik dari tua atau muda, lelaki ataupun perempuan. Kita sememangnya perlu lebih berhati-hati, tambahan lagi buat golongan wanita.Kecoh di media sosial baru-baru ini mengenai kewujudan group Facebook memaparkan gambar ibu-ibu mengandung yang diambil secara senyap-senyap atau illegal candid telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Perkara itu turut dikongsikan oleh seorang pengguna Twitter @ant33ater  di akaunnya.Lihat posting itu di bawah:

i got a dm today sending me acouple of links to a facebook group and post.these people were fetishizing PREGNANT mothers and there's some signs even showing that some might even be taking 'candid' ...unconsented pictures.this is unbelievable and repulsive.im shocked. pic.twitter.com/lZhF0AUmJ0— ain #MakeSchoolASaferPlace (@ant33ater) October 31, 2021

Group khas kongsi gambar-gambar candid wanita mengandung

Menerusi posting tersebut, difahamkan group itu diberi dengan nama Koleksi Mak Buyung Malaysia semata-mata untuk berkongsi pelbagai gambar ibu mengandung.Beberapa keping gambar screenshot juga turut dikongsi dalam posting tersebut menunjukkan komen-komen jijik mereka mengenai gambar itu.Malah, gambar-gambar itu diambil secara senyap-senyap dan dikongsi di dalam group itu menjadi tatapan mereka.Lihat gambar antara komen-komen daripada group itu:

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"Omg, gila fettish group ni, kita pun tengah preggy risau pula" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati netizen turut mengecam kewujudan group itu. Malah, ada juga yang sedang mengandung takut akan keselamatan diri mereka selepas melihat perkara tersebut.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, posting berkenaan telah meraih 4,212 retweets, 1,341 quotes tweets dan 3,785 likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen netizen di Twitter:

I rasa zaman dulu nak buat dosa pun sorok-sorok. Ni selamba je ya DP gambar anak bini komen lucah dekat gambar perempuan lain. Hidup tu memang takda maruah langsung.— Ayla (@ayyyyylaaaaa) October 31, 2021

allah mak mengandung pun boleh kau boleh naik nafsu ke syaitan— princessmayy (@princessmayy1) October 31, 2021

Ya Allah susahnya jadi perempuan kat sini— tokyorev (@chikakudo__) October 31, 2021

Serious talk lelaki fb ni sangat selekeh bila dah menggatal— cuna need  (@nnurhusnaaa) October 31, 2021

This is why I always try my best to wear oversize clothes. Insecure kalau nampak shape badan. Cm jadi paranoid takut ada orang usya ke mengata ke. This world is scary— Hashi (@NHashiiii) October 31, 2021

Omg..gilerla fettish group ni..kite pun tgh pregy nih..ish.risau lak ..tkut ade yg illegal candid pic ..huhu— Specialist mama louuve business  (@SueVmc) October 31, 2021

Already reported the group. Thank you for bringing the awareness of it.— Naozan is too woke for your taste (@naozane_kenzu) October 31, 2021

This is disgusting!— fhysal (@fhysal4) October 31, 2021

Group ni sakit mental— One (@nxjsbsglk) October 31, 2021

Hati-hati semua! Lagi-lagi yang tengah mengandung tu :/

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[VIDEO] Dulu Doktor Tapi Sekarang Jadi Cake Designer, Lelaki Ini Buat Ramai Kagum. Power!

Orang kata, tak semestinya apa yang kita belajar semasa di universiti akan berakhir dalam bidang yang sama

Memang tidak dapat dinafikan lagi, kebanyakan daripada kita mengambil kos lain semasa di universiti dan akhirnya memilih karier yang lain dari apa yang dipelajari.Hal ini bukan saja kerana peluang pekerjaan yang tipis, tetapi kita harus memilih kerjaya yang kita minat untuk masa depan yang lebih cerah.Sama seperti kisah seorang doktor ini yang bertukar profession menjadi cake designer mencuri tumpuan ramai di TikTok.Lihat video penuh tersebut di bawah:

  @abangkatik Doctor to cake designer ##fyp ##forpageyou ##foryoupage ##foodiemy  Beggin' - Måneskin

Tukar kerjaya daripada seorang doktor medik kepada cake designer

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh Naqiuddin Rozman, ia memaparkan beberapa koleksi gambarnya yang menunjukkan perjalanan kerjayanya bermula daripada seorang doktor kepada cake designer.Di dalam video berdurasi 24 saat itu juga menunjukkan koleksi pelbagai jenis kek hasil daripada buatannya sendiri.Ternyata, video berkenaan telah berjaya mencuri perhatian netizen dan memberikan mereka inspirasi untuk mencapai impian dalam hidup.

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"Aku envy kau bro, tahniah. Aku ni ada passion dessert jugak nak buka shop sendiri tapi stuck jadi engineer untuk image family" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video tersebut yang kini meraih 532K tontonan, 87.8K tanda suka dan 2.8K perkongsian di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut merasa kagum melihat career journey lelaki itu.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Seronok tengok orang berjaya macam ni, in love dengan kek dia semua cantik! <3


“Macam Orang Melayu” - Lelaki India Fasih Cakap Bahasa Melayu Ini Buat Warganet Kagum

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Seperti umum tahu, Bahasa Melayu merupakan bahasa kebangsaan negara Malaysia

Oleh itu, semua rakyat Malaysia mempelajari bahasa tersebut sejak kecil lagi. Namun, untuk mereka yang berbangsa India, Cina dan lain-lain, sudah tentu mereka mempunyai slang yang tersendiri.Namun, lain pula yang terjadi dalam satu video yang tular di TikTok baru-baru ini, berkenaan seorang lelaki berbangsa India yang sangat fasih berbahasa Melayu telah mencuri perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @muniswaranharirama Ade gangguan iblis ( @kreetigaari22 )  original sound - Tambi Insurance AIA - Tambi Insurance AIA

Pengarah minta berlakon dengan slang India, tapi dia tak pandai pula

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @muniswaranharirama di TikTok, kelihatan seorang lelaki sedang membaca skrip di dalam sebuah bilik.Apa yang mencuri tumpuan adalah apabila lelaki berbangsa India itu sangat fasih bercakap dalam Bahasa Melayu. Dia juga ditemani anak saudaranya yang turut fasih berbahasa Melayu.Difahamkan, dia diminta untuk bercakap dalam Bahasa Melayu dengan slang India oleh seorang pengarah, namun dia tidak boleh melakukannya.

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“Terlalu fasih sampai susah nak buat bunyi macam India” - Warganet

Susulan tularnya video tersebut yang kini meraih sehingga 1.2M views, 107.2K likes dan 4,234 comments di TikTok, rata-rata warganet menunjukkan pelbagai reaksi terhadap video tersebut. Malah, ramai juga yang kagum mendengar kefasihan lelaki itu.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Wah, memang fasih betul dia bercakap dalam Bahasa Melayu! :D

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Baru Berusia 10 Tahun, Kanak-Kanak Ini Disahkan Menghidap Kanser Ovari Tahap Tiga

Seorang kanak-kanak iaitu Nur Nadira Balqis Abdul Khalid dikatakan telah menghidap kanser ovari tahap tiga di usia yang begitu muda iaitu 10 tahun

Balqis bersama ibunya, Siti Khalijah yang masih lemah selepas menjalani pembedahan membuang bisul di bahagian tengkuk.
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Kanak-kanak ini masih belum mengerti tentang apa yang dilaluinya hanya mampu kekal kuat dan bersemangat untuk meneruskan kehidupan sehariannya tanpa memiliki ovari kanan. Pembedahan telah dilakukan pada Ogos tahun lalu.Menurut laporan, ibunya, Siti Khalijah Che Hat, 51, menjelaskan selepas selesai pembedahan, Balqis banyak meluangkan masa dengan melukis, sekaligus berubah menjadi seorang yang pemalu dan kurang bercakap dengan orang lain.

Menurut Siti Khalijah, pada mulanya Balqis mengadu sakit di bahagian perut, lalu dia dibawa ke Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah (HSB) sebelum disahkan ada ketumbuhan di ovarinya

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Pembedahan terus dilakukan dan doktor mengesahkan bahawa Balqis telah menghidap kanser ovari tahap tiga. Sehingga hari ini, sudah tujuh kali kanak-kanak itu melakukan rawatan kimoterapi. Balqis juga perlu dibawa ke HPP sebulan sekali untuk mendapat rawatan lanjut. Namun, dengan keadaan ibu Balqis yang kini masih lemah selepas menjalani pembedahan membuang bisul di belakang tengkuk pada minggu ini, mereka terpaksa menumpang di rumah adik ibunya iaitu Mohd Dizan, 41, kerana tidak mempunyai kenderaan untuk ulang alik setiap hari bagi mencuci lukanya itu.

Siti Khalijah dan suami bekerja sebagai penoreh getah dengan pendapatan tidak sampai RM500 sebulan dan hanya mengharapkan wang bantuan Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat (JKM) sebanyak RM200 sebulan

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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			“Tiada sebarang persiapan untuk menyambut Ramadan, hendak beli baju raya untuk anak-anak pun tidak mampu, mujurlah anak sulung dan kedua saya sudah bekerja dan mereka lah yang membeli baju raya untuk adik-adik.”
        Ibu kepada Balqis, Siti Khalijah Che Hat, 51

Nasib yang menimpa Balqis juga turut mendapat perhatian Pengarah Malaysia Global United Pageant 2019 (MGU) yang merupakan duta kanak-kanak, Tracie Tan dan Presiden Duta Kanser Kanak-Kanak Persatuan Sahabat Kanak-Kanak Kanser Wilayah Utara (FOCCAN) Maznah Tayib.

Untuk orang ramai yang ingin menghulurkan bantuan ikhlas di bulan Ramadan ini, boleh berbuat sedemikian. Info seperti di bawah:

Nombor akaun Maybank Siti Khalijah: 152023491757 atau hubungi terus di nombor 013-4679548.

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Ramai-ramai kita ringankan beban mereka sekeluarga:

                Ibu Meninggal, Bapa Di Penjara. Ramadan 6 Beradik Ini Suram Tanpa Ibu Bapa Tersayang

Ibu sudah tiada, bapa pula dipenjara. Sedihnya bila mengenangkan nasib mereka berenam ini.

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“Mentaliti Kelas Ketiga” - Baru Berapa Hari Buka, ‘Saloma Link’ Sudah Ditumpahi Air Milo!

Umum sudah mengetahui bahawa Jambatan Saloma atau Saloma Link telah dibuka secara rasmi pada 6 Februari 2020 yang lalu

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Saloma Link merupakan sebuah projek jambatan pejalan kaki sepanjang 370 meter yang menghubungkan Lorong Raja Muda Musa 3 berhampiran stesen LRT Kampung Baru dengan Jalan Saloma yang terletak di sisi bangunan Menara Public Bank, tidak jauh dari Menara Berkembar Petronas (KLCC).

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Dengan adanya jambatan ini, warga kota boleh berjalan kaki dari Kampung Baru ke KLCC dalam masa 10 minit sahaja, berbanding lebih 30 minit jika melalui jalan raya yang sibuk sebelum ini.

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Menariknya, jambatan yang diinspirasikan daripada reka bentuk sirih junjung ini turut dihiasi dengan lampu-lampu LED yang akan bertukar warna menjadikan ia bukan sahaja ikon baru di Kuala Lumpur bahkan menjadi 'spot' untuk orang ramai menangkap gambar atau 'OOTD'.Cantik, memang cantik!

Malangnya, baru sahaja beberapa hari dibuka, jambatan itu telah pun dikotori oleh pengunjung yang datang

Menerusi laman Twitter, @Twt_Cyberjaya telah berkongsikan dua buah gambar memaparkan seperti ada air yang tertumpah di perkarangan jambatan itu.

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Image via Twitter @Twt_Cyberjaya

Image via Twitter @Twt_Cyberjaya

Menerusi tweet-nya, akaun tersebut turut menasihati orang ramai agar tidak membawa air apabila melalui jambatan itu kerana dikhuatiri akan berlanggar dengan pengunjung yang lain.

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Ekoran tularnya gambar itu, rata-rata warganet meluahkan rasa kurang senang mereka dengan sikap segelintir masyarakat Malaysia

Menyifatkan segelintir orang kita masih berada di takuk 'third class mentality', mereka merasakan orang-orang seperti ini ibarat tiada common sense.

Ingin mengelak daripada perkara ini daripada terus berlaku, ada juga dalam kalangan warganet yang mencadangkan agar diletakkan pengawal keselamatan di jambatan berkenaan bagi menghalang orang daripada membawa bersama makanan atau minuman.Antara komen menarik dari warganet:

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Tolonglah jaga kemudahan yang ada ini elok-elok. Buat malu kat pelancong je!

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Finding Poop On Your Car Door Could Mean You've Been Targeted By Snatch Thieves

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A Facebook user by the name of Michelle shared a scary and disgusting experience her mother went through at Melaka Raya, Melaka

Last Saturday, 13 August, Michelle's mother was going to go back home after attending a work meeting at around 10pm or 11pm. She was meant to join her colleagues for drinks but declined. She then walked towards her car alone. When she reached her vehicle, she reached for her car door handle and was shocked when she felt that her hand was covered in a sticky and smelly substance. To her horror, she realised that her hands were covered in excrement!

Image via Michelle 陈美瑾 (Facebook)

Because she was parked on an empty street, Michelle's mother was too frightened to clean her hands immediately after touching the poop

Her mother decided that it was safer to just wash her hands and car when she returned home. She was worried of being attacked by an assailant if she had stayed and tried to clean her hands and car. Fortunately, she managed to get back home safe and sound and was able to finally wash the excrement off her hands. Although, according to Michelle, she had to wash her hands several times before she managed to get the smell off her hands. Speaking with SAYS, Michelle said her mother is fine, albeit being much more cautious when getting to her car now.

Michelle urged netizens to be careful as snatch thieves or robbers usually use tactics like these to prey on unsuspecting individuals

"I just want everyone to be careful. Some robbers would hide and wait for you to clean your hands from the excrement. That is when they would strike," Michelle wrote in her Facebook post.Her awareness post has since garnered 1,600 shares and 333 comments at the time of reporting.

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Netizens were shocked by Michelle's post and warned others, especially women, to be careful when out and about

"Really, be careful. A girl needs to be safe when going out. If possible, get some friends or relatives to accompany you," a user wrote."Even if an older woman goes out alone, she still needs to be careful. It is safer if someone accompanies you," the same user added.

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According to data, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and Penang recorded the highest rates of snatch-thefts in Malaysia

In 2021, Cilisos conducted a survey on crime in Malaysia, and it received 796 responses from people all across Malaysia. Amongst the 796 respondents, they calculated that 35.8% of Malaysians have reported that they or someone they knew had experienced snatch theft before.

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[PHOTOS] See A 19-Year-Old Girl Playing In A Pool And Sharing Her Bed With Neil The Lion

Back in the early 1970s, when Melanie Griffith was a teenager, her actress mother, Tippi Hedren, and her stepfather, director Noel Marshall, decided they wanted to make a film about big cats after returning from their trip to Africa and seeing them in person

Neil the lion with Tippi Hedren as she reads a newspaper in her home in Sherman Oaks, California in May 1971
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While filming in Africa in 1969, Hedren and her husband saw an abandoned house which had been taken over and inhabited by lions.  On their return to America, they were determined to make a film about — and with — lions, based on what they had witnessed, and to raise awareness of the endangered status of lions.

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Animal trainer Ron Oxley advised them that “to get to know anything about lions, you’ve just got to live with them for a while.” Hedren and her husband did exactly that, introducing lions to their residential home. Following complaints, the family and the animals moved to a remote California ranch.

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Tippi Hedren, who made her debut in Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds, had Melanie from her first marriage to Peter Griffith. At the time these fascinating photographs were taken, Melanie was 19.

Melanie Griffith in a swimming pool with pet lion Neil.
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Neil the lion is seen here playing with a child by the pool side

Neil playing with a child by the pool side.
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Although the actual movie, Roar, featured a range of big cat species including jaguars, cheetahs, cougars and leopards, the working title of the movie was Lions, Lions and More Lions

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"Roar" starred Hedren and Marshall, with Melanie paying Hedren's on-screen daughter. The film was written and directed by Marshall and produced by Hedren and Marshall. Marshall had been producer of 1973's "The Exorcist."

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The working title of the movie was "Lions, Lions and More Lions," although the actual movie features a range of big cat species including jaguars, cheetahs, cougars and leopards.  For the plot, a male scientist is studying the lives of African big cats. He is not at home when his family comes to visit, and they are pursued from room to room by the lions and other big cats in his house.

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It would take 11 years to complete, and go on to become the most expensive home movie ever made, costing over USD17.5 million

Tippi Hedren wrestling with Neil.
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Hedren and Marshall envisoned working with and filming big cats on a vast scale,  bringing together 150 large cats — the largest private collection ever assembled. The cost of managing so many untrained animals contributed to the film's huge production costs.

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Photography for the film took five years. According to Randolph Sellars, a cinematographer working on "Roar" in 1978, every scene involving the animals was improvised, and covered by up to eight cameras. Released in 1981, "Roar" cost over $17.5 million but grossed just over $2 million. A year later, Hedren and Marshall separated.

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As per The Guardian, during the production of Roar, Melanie was attacked by a lioness and required 50 facial stitches. Here, Neil is seen playfully grabbing her leg as she jumps in a swimming pool.

Melanie jumping in a swimming pool while Neil grabs her leg.
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None of the animals were hurt, but most of the humans wound up in hospital. A couple of film crews walked out, reputedly after losing a few fingers. Melanie herself had her face being torn open by a lioness who "didn't mean to hurt me. Just, after seven years growing up with the lions I forgot you have to be careful. You can never be sure you're safe and just a blow can pop your head like a ping pong ball."

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Cinematographer Jan de Bont had to have his scalp sewn back on after being bitten by a lion.  In all, more than 70 people were injured during the creation of "Roar."

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At home, Melanie is seen sharing her bed Neil

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Neil sleeping with Melanie.
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After production of Roar was complete, Hedren founded the Shambala Preserve, an animal sanctuary for the protection of mistreated or neglected exotic animals. She still lives there, as do around 70 animals, including Michael Jackson's Bengal tiger.

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Hedren in kitchen with Neil.
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PJ Man Finds Pregnant Wife Dead After Briefly Leaving Her Alone Inside A Parked Car

A pregnant Indonesian woman was recently found dead inside a parked car at Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya

According to Astro Awani, the incident took place at Gugusan Semarak Apartment around 7.30pm on Monday, 1 June.

The woman was seven months pregnant with her second child.

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She was briefly left alone while her husband went inside their house to grab her passport

Petaling Jaya Police chief Assistant Commissioner ACP Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal told Berita Harian that the couple had just returned from an appointment at a private hospital.He explained that due to complications with her pregnancy, the woman was instead referred to Sungai Buloh Hospital."The couple stopped by their home to get the woman's passport. Unfortunately, as the husband went back to their car, he realised that his wife had passed away," he added.

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Police have classified the case as sudden death

The body was taken to the University of Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) for a post-mortem.

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Did This Vespa Ad On Mudah Just Use The Word ‘Kangkung Fields’?

"Hey there potential Vespa owners, do you feel trapped at home listening to your father's safety tips on how to use rubber?"

That was the opening for an advertisement titled 'Possibly the Best Vespa LX 150 in Malaysia' on Mudah.my:

An advertisement for Vespa LX 150 on Mudah.my.
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"Hey there potential Vespa owners, do you feel trapped at home listening to your father’s safety tips on how to use rubber? Is your mother plotting an arranged marriage for you? Or your wife whining about you forgetting to buy onions from the pasar malam?"

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The ad continues on with some VERY INTERESTING reasons on why one should purchase the new 2014 Vespa priced at RM8,200

1. "You should get a Vespa and release that caged animal inside you"

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2. "You will automatically get a girlfriend; everything is automatic when you have this hand-made machine with you"

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3. "The police will not stop you and your Vespa during their Ops Waste Time"

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4. "This scooter can be used on and off road; take your machete with you comfortably to the kangkung fields with its preset soft suspension"

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5. "The engine runs like a wet stool during diarrhoea, it's so smooth even Michael Jackson will think you are a criminal..."

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The ad listed 6 benefits of their Vespa in total and even "can custom colour your bike, we can put your favourite wife's picture airbrushed on the bike if you require..."

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"Wind in your face will naturally blow that hair like a shampoo advertisement and tear through your clothes screaming your awesomeness when you pass Jln Changkat.."

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"This bad boy will get you to work in style. Other bikers will appreciate that you are socially superior and should normally create a path for you to pass. Your ride to work or to that surau will be epic, even the police will give way and assist you in your journey."

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"This is one sick scooter, billions of people currently own this bad boy except YOU!! so Ini Kali Lah!! Buy an Italian, okay so its made in Vietnam..but the company was there before your grandad decided to sail to bolehland!! so trust in the brand."

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See the FULL AD (click on photo to enlarge):

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FUNNY? Or...

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FUN FACT: Did you know that Mudah.my pre-checks EVERY SINGLE AD before they are posted?

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Mudah is an online marketplace in Malaysia. The service allows anyone to buy and sell in his or her region conveniently in a very simple manner. Mudah.my connects buyers and sellers in Malaysia.

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Law Minister Says Criminal Punishment Won't Resolve Mental Health Problems

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Minister in the Prime Minister's office (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said believes that criminal punishment is not the answer to mental health problems

Azalina said that Malaysia inherited numerous laws from the British colonial era, including the Penal Code.While the UK decriminalised suicide in 1961, Section 309 of the Penal Code still remains in Malaysian law, she added."Criminal punishment may not be the answer to mental health problems, which is why I am committed to revising Section 309 of the Penal Code," Sinar Daily quoted her as saying yesterday, 17 January.Currently, those who are charged under Section 309 of the Penal Code may be punished with imprisonment for up to a year, a fine, or both, upon conviction.

Minister in the Prime Minister's office (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.
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Azalina further stated that legal terminology could shape public perception and also influence community behaviour regarding an issue

"If legal terminology holds a negative connotation, then it may cause stigma and discrimination against certain communities," Azalina said."For example, the words 'dumb witness' and 'idiot' are still being used in the Evidence Act and the Penal Code," she said, adding that she will look further into this matter due to the current criminalisation of attempted suicide."The boneless tongue is sharper than a sword so the way I see it, the legal terminology used is not a small affair, but should be given consideration in the law review process."

The Ministry of Health (MOH) was preparing a memorandum to decriminalise suicide in 2021, according to then-Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin

However, the amendments to Section 309 were not tabled due to the dissolution of parliament in October 2022.Other laws that are set to be reviewed include the Contract Act 1950, the Civil Law Act 1956, the Evidence Act 1950, and the Defamation Act 1957.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness.
If you or anyone you know is lonely, distressed, or having negative thoughts, please call these Malaysian hotlines:

			1. BEFRIENDERS KL24-hourContact: +603-76272929Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter2. TALIAN KASIH24-hourContact: 15999WhatsApp: +6019-2615999Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook 3. BUDDY BEAR CHILDLINEDaily (12pm - 12am)Contact: 1800-18-2327Email: [email protected]Facebook | InstagramFor a more thorough directory of resources, head over to the websites of Malaysian Mental Health Association or MINDAKAMI.


Walaupun Dapat 7G2E, Pendapatan Kembar 'Instafamous' Ini Cecah RM12,000 Sebulan!

Media sosial Malaysia masih belum reda dengan isu seorang pelajar sekolah menyalahkan guru-guru dan pihak sekolah atas kegagalannya dalam peperiksaan

Walaupun isu ini berbangkit beberapa hari lalu, masih ramai orang yang membincangkan tentangnya sehingga ke hari ini.Pelajar tersebut, Ieka atau nama penuhnya Siti Norsyahfiqah Tajudin, 17, baru-baru ini menyalahkan guru-guru dan pihak sekolah menerusi video 'Instagram Live' selepas menerima keputusan buruk 7G dan 2E untuk peperiksaan pertengahan tahun.Video itu dipercayai dirakam melalui akaun Instagram milik ibunya. Saksikan sedikit sedutan di bawah:

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Selain menyalahkan guru, Ieka juga memberitahu bahawa dia telah berhenti belajar di sekolah tersebut dan kembali ‘bersekolah di rumah’ di mana dia diajar oleh ibunya.Selepas video itu viral, keputusan peperiksaan pertengahan tahun Ieka telah dibongkarkan di Twitter dan menjadi bahan kecaman Netizen.

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Ieka merupakan seorang public figure yang popular di Instagram, bersama kembarnya, Siti Norsyakirah atau lebih dikenali sebagai Iera

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Kedua-dua mereka mempunyai lebih daripada 430,000 followers.Dengan jumlah pengikut yang begitu ramai, mereka berdua telah banyak melakukan paid reviews dan selalu mendapat tajaan daripada pelbagai jenama dan syarikat sejak tahun lepas.

Malah, seorang netizen iaitu @mieja_ibrahim di Twitter menganggarkan jumlah pendapatan kembar ini mampu mencecah sehingga RM12,000 sebulan!

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Mereka baru berusia 17 tahun dan masih bersekolah tetapi pendapatan bulanan RM12,000 mereka mengalahkan gaji orang yang telah bekerja selama bertahun-tahun.Jadi, apalah sangat keputusan 7G2E itu, kan?

Maka bermulalah episod keluhan netizen tentang pergelutan mereka setiap hari

aku yg tgh smbung degree ni jugak yg miskin .buat part time bila cuti sem pun org pandang hina..HUHUHU #sadlife— khira_ (@KhiraUlala) July 23, 2018

Sama sis. Buat part time utk teruskan keberlangsungan hidup. Duit tk lebat. Maklumlah bukan instapemes.— zee (@_zakiyahhh) July 23, 2018

Doa jerlah baik2...rm12k sebulan klu dibuat dgn cara yg betol sng hidup tu dgn umur dia....ni aku dh tua2 ni..belajar mcm nk giler..duit ptptn pun semput nk bayar...kdg2 dlm zaman moden ni..hanya belajar semata2 xkemana pun...— HUSNI  (@army4769) July 23, 2018

Jadi, tidak hairanlah kenapa pelajar sekolah zaman sekarang masing-masing sibuk nak mengejar populariti di media sosial. Mana tahu boleh hidup senang.

Fuhhhh masyuk teruk kenapa kita tak pemes cam diorang ni ek?? Kalau tak, senang hidup buat review je takyah susah2 kerja membanting tulang —  Shahida™  (@shahidarozman) July 24, 2018

untunglah tak payah belajar pandai-pandai, tak payah ada sijil, tak payah ada kerja tetap gaji dah kalah orang kerja tetap —  (@_nurhzrah) July 24, 2018

I knew a standard 6 students yg meniaga online untung 2K every month. Education is not their priority when money is involved.— Awan  (@Adbshukrie) July 23, 2018

Jual baju and cookies. Target nya pun budak budak sekolah juga. Guna IG and Facebook to promote. Parents normally send kids to school to get education but nowadays they also send their kids to look for customers.— Awan  (@Adbshukrie) July 24, 2018

"Yang dapat straight A pun makan duit bini sebab gaji bawah RM2k."
Satu realiti pahit untuk ditelan.

Knp nk kecam budak prmpn yg xnk belajar? Ada dia menyusahkan org ke? Sedangkan dia perempuan n ada income. Lain la lelaki sbb lelaki kena belajar pandai untuk kerja cari nafkah. Apa nk bising? Dia dpt 7G. So?Yg dpt straight A pon makan duit bini sbb gaji bwh 2k.— Kennedy (@akimi_hacchi) July 24, 2018

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There Will Be Gymnastics, Wushu, And More At eCurve's Sizzling CNY Variety Show

This Spotlight is sponsored by eCurve.

It's not Chinese New Year in Malaysia until you start hearing CNY songs everywhere you go and all the malls start putting up their themed decor

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This year, eCurve is set to impress with a theme reminiscent of the vibrant and modern streets of Hong Kong. To replicate this effect, their decor will feature shaded shoplots, bright lights, and luminous signage, all topped off with a sea of multi-coloured Chinese New Year lanterns hanging high above, to create an electrifying downtown ambience.

But the main highlight will definitely be their Sizzling CNY Variety Show, consisting of various not-to-be-missed street acts

It will be taking place twice a day on weekends and public holidays from 19 January to 18 February at the Centre Atrium.Azizul Hisham Ahmad, the Centre Manager of eCurve, said that "to celebrate the start of the festive season, we wanted to recreate the dazzling yet loud charm of the city streets with a grand celebration...we truly believe that patrons will be entertained by the various performances lined-up..."

Here are all the impressive performances you can look forward to watching:

1. Dancers dressed in bright red and gold colours will capture the celebratory atmosphere of the festive season with a swift and spirited flag dance. You'll be mesmerised by the whirlwind of colour they create.

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2. You definitely don't want to miss the acrobatic feats of a talented gymnast who will be using ribbons and balls in a dazzling display of grace and balance.

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3. Skillful performers in the sensational wushu performance will be bringing thrills and excitement in their heart-stopping sword and spear fight.

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4. The aptly named Straw-Hat dancers will having you on your feet grooving and partying along to their Asian-inspired hip hop dance routine.

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5. The various comedic routines and acts lined up will definitely make you laugh till your stomach hurts.

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Besides all that, you'll also be able to catch some acrobatic lion dance performances as well as welcome good fortune for the year by meeting the God of Prosperity as he walks around the mall.

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But best of all, there's going to be loads of CNY sales, promos, deals, and discounts!

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There's even going to be a bazaar with tons of CNY merchandise, including clothes, accessories, and much more on sale so you can get a head start on all that CNY shopping.Plus, if you spend RM150 and above in a maximum of two receipts on the same day, you can redeem some lucky ang pow packets as well as an exclusive Bountiful Abundance set of bowls and chopsticks.*

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*All redemptions are subject to terms and conditions and are only available while stocks last.

And as per their yearly tradition, eCurve will once again be organising a Chinese New Year CSR event

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On 30 January, they'll be inviting 20 senior citizens and their caretakers from Rumah Orang Tua Seri Setia for a simple but fun CNY celebration with the eCurve management team and media. They'll get to watch the Sizzling CNY Variety Show and will also be treated to a yummy lunch at Pak John Steamboat & BBQ restaurant in eCurve.

Stay tuned to eCurve's Facebook page for updates and more info about everything they have going on for CNY!

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Vibram FiveFinger Shoes Are Sole Full Of Lies... Or Not?

Are you one of those many people who bought the funny-looking Vibram FiveFinger shoes, the ones with the individual toe-holders?

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Well, there's some bad news (with a silver lining attached to it, though). Bad news: You were duped. The silver lining: You're entitled to a partial refund.

Vibram, the company that manufacturers FiveFinger shoes, settled a multi-year, class-action lawsuit brought by customers who were, to put it mildly, dubious of the company's claims that barefoot running shoes could improve health.

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The shoe manufacturer will pay out as much as $3.75 million to anyone who purchased a pair of their finger-shoes since March 2009.

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The terms of the settlement are twofold. First, Vibram has to pay out $3.75 million to customers who purchased Vibram FiveFingers after March 21, 2009. These customers will have to file a claim to receive the refund, and can submit for up to two pairs of shoes. The max refund is $94, though most claimants can expect to receive $20 to $50 per pair.

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Vibram will have to dial back the health claims it's made for years about the benefits of running in its minimalist shoes, which are meant to mimic running barefoot

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"Vibram will not make...any claims that FiveFingers footwear are effective in strengthening muscles or preventing injury unless that representation is true, non-misleading and is supported by competent and reliable scientific evidence," the federal settlement says. The reliable scientific evidence they require? For Vibram's barefoot shoes, it doesn't exist.

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Basically, Vibram deployed deceptive marketing and falsely advertised the benefits from wearing its shoe, without basing its claims on any scientific research:

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(1) Strengthen muscles in the feet and lower legs
(2) Improve range of motion in the ankles, feet, and toes
(3) Stimulate neural function important to balance and agility
(4) Eliminate heel lift to align the spine and improve posture
(5) Allow the foot and body to move naturally

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One thing Vibram doesn't have to do, however, is admit that they misled customers

In fact, the court brief reads, "Vibram expressly denied and continues to deny any wrongdoing alleged in the Actions, and neither admits nor concedes any actual or potential fault, wrongdoing or liability."

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So, was Vibram at fault?

Vibram FiveFingers running shoes have serious devotees, and anecdotal evidence suggests that many wearers claim the shoes do have benefits over traditional running shoes. The science is fuzzy, though. Studies done in the past year found that minimalist shoes like FiveFingers might offer no benefit at all, or do more harm than good.

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This contradicts earlier studies that found that barefoot running is beneficial, but only if you do it properly. The studies' sample sizes were too small to definitively end the debate, and likely, for Vibram to win in court.

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However, as James Fallows of The Atlantic argues, what the shoes are not, is "bullshit," which was the judgment of the snarkily hyperbolic Vox, with this headline:

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If they're wrong for you, then wear something else! For its part, Vibram shouldn't claim they're right for everybody, reports James Fallows Of The Atlantic.

Vibram's FiveFingers running shoes became popular as part of the rise of barefoot running
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And—such are the wonders of the US legal system—if people actually bought these shoes for promised health benefits, then perhaps it's fair for them to get their $94-per-pair back. (What does this augur for the Belly Burner Weight Loss Belt? Or for Axe? You mean, thousands of bikinied women are not going to mass around any man who buys a can? Zounds!)

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James Fallows further says, "again, if you're a heel-strike runner, as many people who learned in the era of fatly padded shoes are destined to be, these are not the footwear for you. But for people who run the way these shoes are designed for, or can learn, they're neither bullshit nor heinous but very good."

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There Are 10,000 EVs In Malaysia. We Break Down Whether It's Worth For You To Own One

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Electric vehicles (EVs) are the modern alternative to petrol-powered cars, but are they worth the hype?

Generally, EVs provide a wealth of benefits as compared to their petrol-powered big brothers, mainly on the account that they are allegedly better for the environment, and provide better performance. Although EVs are more widespread across first-world countries, their presence seems to be slowly gaining traction in developing countries like Malaysia, too. According to the Road Transport Department Malaysia (JPJ) Datuk Zailani Hashim, there are more than 10,000 fully-electric vehicles registered in Malaysia as of December 2022. With over 100,000 electrified vehicles, including various hybrid types, as reported by Paul Tan.

If you're thinking of owning an EV in Malaysia, here's a breakdown of things to look out for:

1. Types

2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (left) and Tesla Model 3 BEV (right)
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They are three types of EVs — Full Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), and Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs). According to Toyota, the primary difference between a hybrid and an electric vehicle is how each is powered: A hybrid switches seamlessly between electric energy and a blend of petrol and electric power, whereas an electric vehicle runs on battery power alone. Here's how you can expect each of them to work: HEVA HEV has both a fuel tank that supplies gas to the engine, as well as a set of batteries that run an electric motor. According to Progressive, full hybrid cars work like electric cars at slower speeds, and they work like gas-powered cars at higher speeds.PHEVA PHEV boasts a larger and rechargeable battery as compared to a HEV. In a PHEV, the battery is the primary power source for the car, and need to be connected to an external power source to fully recharge.BEV:A BEV is exclusively powered by a battery. They also exude lower carbon emissions compared to hybrids who are still dependent on an internal combustion engine.

2. Cost

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When you're looking to buy a car, the primary thing you look for is the price. And it goes without saying that hybrid and fully-electric cars are on the pricier side. According to WapCar, the current cheapest electric car in Malaysia is the BYD ATTO 3 which starts at RM149,800. Additionally, the most expensive one is the Mercedes-Benz EQS which retails at a whopping RM698,888. Aside from the price of the car itself, you also need to consider their charging fees. There are two types of charging you can find, which are alternate current (AC) charging and direct current (DC) charging. To put it in simple terms, DC charging is often faster than AC charging, but is also more expensive. You can also break down charging into:Public charging: The price for public charging varies. According to Trappo, it can cost anywhere between RM50 to RM150 to fully charge an EV depending on the car. Home chargingYou need to first install an EV-charging station in your home to use home-charging, and that can cost between RM3,000 to RM5,900 for a 7kW EV charger, or RM5,000 to RM7,900 for a 22kW charger, as reported by EV Guru. E.On Energy reports that it is also perfectly possible to charge your electric car using a conventional 3-pin plug and domestic plug at home but it can be very slow. A standard 2.4kW socket can take over 24 hours to fully-charge your EV battery.MahSing states that charging at home is actually the cheapest way to maintain an EV, as you avoid the hiked up rates of commercial EV-charging stations.

3. Accessibility

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If you don't plan on installing an EV-charging station or using a three-pin plug to charge your EV, then you'll have to solely rely on commercial EV-charging stations. According to the Ministry of International Trade and Industry's (MITI) Industrial Development Division senior director Datuk Hanafi Sakri, Malaysia has about 900 EV charging stations as of February 2023, as reported by EdgeProp.That being said, Bernama reports that the Government plans to install over 10,000 charging stations in Malaysia by 2025.In contrast, there are about 3,350 petrol stations nationwide, according to the Centre For Entrepreneur Development And Research (CEDAR).

4. Features and maintenance

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There are a lot of electrical doodads embedded in an EV that's different from a conventional car, and it's something you should be aware about going in. According to Daniel Sherman Fernandez of dsf, aspiring EV owners must know the main components that make up an EV, which are the EV battery, EV brake system, and EV fluids. EV batteryThe most essential component to an EV is the battery pack system, and how you take care of it directly correlates to how long it lasts. Like a smartphone, it's better to keep the EV battery charged between 20% to 80% whenever you can. Overcharging or leaving the battery at a low-charging state can degrade it. Most electric car manufacturers provide a battery warranty of three to 10 years. Without a warranty, a battery replacement can cost between RM30,000 to RM100,000. It's also better to keep your EV parked under a shade as the hot weather in Malaysia can affect the health of the battery.According to national grid, most EVs have a battery life-expectancy of up to 15 to 20 years, which is plenty of time.EV brake systemAll electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles have a feature called 'regenerative breaking'. Essentially, this feature slows the car by using the motor resistance, and sends energy back into the battery that allows the brake pads to last longer.EV FluidsEVs have fewer fluids than a conventional car and instead uses a thermal management system to keep the temperature of its battery regulated.

So, is it worth it to own an EV in Malaysia? Well...

In the end, it depends on your budget and needs. Although it may be cheaper to maintain an EV in the long run, it has quite hefty costs to start up because of the car prices to charging station installation fees.The good news is that the road tax for owning an EV in Malaysia is... RM0! Until the end of 2025, at least. :P


Redmi Note 12 Series With First-Ever 200MP Camera Now Open For Pre-Order From RM1,599

This Spotlight is sponsored by Xiaomi.

Xiaomi fans in the country can soon get their hands on the company's latest Redmi Note 12 smartphone series

You may remember getting a brief first look at the mid-range smartphones after news of Xiaomi's new lineup broke recently.Now, it's been confirmed that the Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 5G, and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G will officially start selling in Malaysia from 14 April.The three smartphones are each designed to suit users in different ways, with the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G offering an upgraded 200MP camera with OIS, a first for the mid-range series. Pre-orders for the Redmi Note 12 series have also opened, and will last from 6 to 13 April.

Ready to upgrade to a new phone? Here are a few notable features of each model in the latest Redmi Note 12 series:

1. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G redefines photography for upper mid-range smartphones, thanks to a 200MP camera with OIS and AI photography

Equipped with a powerful camera system and more, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G can take quality shots that are clear and crisp.
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Typically reserved for flagship smartphones, Xiaomi has reinforced the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G with a 200MP main camera with OIS — a stabilising feature for steadier shots and videos — for the first time in its mid-range series. Whether enthusiast or professional, those with a penchant for photography can take advantage of its powerful triple camera system that offers clear and crisp photo quality. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G also sports an ultra-wide camera and macro camera that take impressive shots even in low-light conditions.Taking the overall camera usage experience a step further, the model is equipped with AI software algorithms, elevated image processing speeds, and other useful utility features.

Other highlights include:- Vivid 120Hz Flow AMOLED display- Smart 120W HyperCharge, 5,000mAh (type) long-lasting battery with Xiaomi Surge P1 chipset- Powered by high-performance MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor

2. The Redmi Note 12 5G is a daily performance driver with flagship-level capabilities, offering impressive performance and enhanced entertainment experiences

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Boasting a super-smooth 120Hz AMOLED DotDisplay, every game or video played on the Redmi Note 12 5G model is showcased in stunning picture quality and accurate colours. Powered by the latest Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 platform, users can also benefit from enhanced power efficiency, while enjoying smooth and seamless phone usage.  With 33W fast charging and a 5,000mAh (type) long-lasting battery, you can use more apps and take more photos without battery concerns.

Other highlights include:- 48MP triple camera setup- 120Hz AMOLED DotDisplay- Night Mode

3. The Redmi Note 12 is an all-rounder smartphone with flagship features at an accessible price point

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This model still packs a punch, in terms of operating efficiency, that comes from its Snapdragon 685 processor. It's worth noting that the Redmi Note 12 also boasts a 120Hz AMOLED DotDisplay, which is a rare find in the mid-range series. This feature is equipped in most of the flagship series only, but for the first time ever, it is finally available for the mid-range category, as Xiaomi is making this feature accessible to everyone. The Redmi Note 12 also features a 33W fast charging function with a 5,000mAh (type) long-lasting battery, and Xiaomi AI triple camera system, in addition to a useful Night Mode feature. It also has an impressive 50MP triple camera setup.

Offering high performance, flagship-level phones at an affordable price, Xiaomi's Redmi Note 12 series is available for pre-order starting today!

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Here's the price of each smartphone model:- Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G (8GB+256GB): RM1,599- Redmi Note 12 5G (8GB+256GB): RM1,099- Redmi Note 12 (8GB+128GB): RM799

Pre-orders are open from 6 to 13 April, before the series officially becomes available on 14 April. Plus, with every pre-order of a Redmi Note 12 series smartphone, you can expect to receive a free Redmi Smart Band 2 (while stocks last).

In conjunction with Xiaomi Fan Festival 2023, Xiaomi is giving away extra goodies!

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Depending on the device you purchase, other freebies include Xiaomi In-ear Headphones, RM20 Xiaomi Store voucher, and Redmi Buds 4.

Throughout Xiaomi Fan Festival 2023, you'll also be able to score a free Xiaomi Bunny Doll sticky note holder. Here's how:1. Send in your Xiaomi or Redmi smartphones for repair at any Xiaomi Service Center during the event period2. Take a creative photo with your Xiaomi or Redmi smartphone (with watermark enabled), tag @Xiaomi.Support, and post them on Facebook or Twitter during the event period3. Follow @Xiaomi.Support on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube during the event period

You can pre-order the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 series smartphone from Shopee or Lazada today!

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Penang Is THE Culinary Hot Spot Of The World According To Lonely Planet Editor

An Editor At Travel Guide Publisher Lonely Planet Listed Penang As His Top Culinary Spot For 2014

Lonely Planet's commissioning editor Barton listed Penang as his number one destination in an article titled 'Where are the foodies going in 2014?' that was published on the UK's The Independent.

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Cendol as found in Penang
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Lonely Planet's commissioning editor Robin Barton said Penang was known for its hawker fare and the "must tries" were char kway teow, Hokkien mee, and asam laksa.

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The List Was Published On The Website Of British Newspaper 'The Independent' Titled "Where Are The Foodies Going In 2014?"

"Try Nazlina Spice Station, a cookery school which also offers guided tours of food markets...drink air bandung - rose syrup and evaporated or condensed milk. It makes a great accompaniment to Malay food."

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Malaysia was listed as top culinary hot spot for 2014.
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"A pasar malam is an open-air night market – such as Jelutong on a Friday and Macallum Street Market on a Monday. The highlight is always the food: at 2am a different world of stalls serves peppery pork-rib soups, skewered fish balls and sweets such as chendol (cold coconut-milk dessert)."

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Penang Came In First Place, Followed By Victoria In Australia; Oaxaca In Mexico Came In Last

Gurney Drive Hawker Centre in Penang, Malaysia.
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The Pearl of Orient beat other top culinary spots like Victoria in Australia, North West Spain, the deep south in United States, Lake District in United Kingdom, Puglia in Italy, Georgia and Oaxaca in Mexico to bag the number one spot.

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2014 Culinary Hot Spots list by Lonely Planet's Robin Barton
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According To The Editor, Robin Barton, Visitors Should "Explore The Sprawling Esplanade Food Centre, Where Hawker Faves Combine Favourably With A Seafront Location"

To cool down, one should try the “air bandung” ― a concoction of rose syrup and evaporated or condensed milk which makes a great accompaniment to Malay food.

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He Listed The Must-Try Foods As Char Kway Teow, Hokkien Mee And Asam Laksa

Char kuey teow, Gurney Drive, Penang
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Penang hokkien mee
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Penang asam laksa
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And Also Cited "Sudah Makan?" As Useful Words

Excerpt of The Independent's report titled "Where are the foodies going in 2014?"
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But Said To Think Twice About Sago Grubs He Describes As "The 4cm-Long Larvae Of A South-East Asian Beetle"

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There are approximately 85,000 food handlers in the hawkers’ paradise of Penang.
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REV Media Group Wins 'Best Digital Publisher' 2nd Year In A Row

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REV Media Group has once again been awarded 'Best Digital Publisher of The Year' by Malaysian Digital Association's d Awards 2020

Formerly known as Media Prima Digital, this marks the second consecutive year that the group has brought back the award since the category was introduced in 2019.The d Awards is organised by the Malaysian Digital Association to recognise and honour the talents, agencies, brands, publishers, and digital service providers that embrace and use digital technologies.

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Apart from the gold medal, REV Media Group also brought home the silver award in the 'Best Use of Data' category

It was also nominated as a finalist in the 'Best Use of Social Media' category for its campaign with EcoWorld titled 'Shaping Opinions Through The Opinions Of Others'."We are truly honoured to be recognised by industry leaders for the team's efforts in delivering only the best content and solutions across our platforms," said Rafiq Razali, chief executive officer (CEO) of REV Media Group."Being awarded 'Best Digital Publisher of the Year' for the second consecutive year serves as an incredible validation of the group's commitment and consistency towards achieving our business goals."

REV Media Group chief executive officer, Rafiq Razali.
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SAYS' very own talent, Nandini Balakrishnan, also bagged the 'Best Influencer of The Year' award

"I'm so honoured and grateful to receive this award! Thank you for the support and platform that has granted me the freedom and trust to speak my truth in the hopes of sparking discussions and increasing awareness of sensitive issues," said Nandini, senior video producer at REV Media Group and best known for her videos on thought-provoking issues."The word 'influence' carries a lot of weight, and I hope to bring positive changes to the community."

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