"Haram Kerja Di Kedai Fotostat" - Satu Teguran 'Makan Dalam' Yang Ramai Orang Salah Erti

Hari ini, Ketua Biro Pendidikan Persatuan Cina Muslim, Xifu Naser melalui Sinar Harian menerbitkan sebuah artikel yang diberi judul 'Haram Kerja Di Kedai Fotostat'

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Biar betul? Mula-mula baca tajuk tu, terus rasa macam ada sesuatu yang tak kena. Dah tak boleh kerja di kedai fotostat pulak ke?

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Seperti yang dijangka, netizen pun mulalah mengeluarkan hujah dan pendapat melalui ruangan komen di Facebook. Ramai yang didapati tidak berpuas hati dengan kenyataan Xifu Naser.

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Tapi sebelum membuat sebarang spekulasi, apa kata kita baca dulu isi yang terkandung dalam artikel tersebut. Berikut adalah sedikit intipati yang dipetik:

Soalan yang popular ialah:"Haramkah saya bekerja di tempat yang jual arak seperti 7-Eleven, Tesco dan sebagainya?"Saya tanya balik:“Adakah haram bekerja di kedai fotostat buku? Undang-undang memang membenarkan fotostat sebahagian daripada buku untuk tujuan akademik tetapi bukan seluruh buku.”Respon yang biasa ialah:“Mengapa haram pula? Bukankah Islam galakkan kita menuntut ilmu! Bukankah membaca buku itu satu cara untuk menuntut ilmu? Takkanlah penulis begitu berkira. Pahala diberi kepadanya nanti.”Respon saya seperti berikut:"Bagaimana periuk nasi mereka? Bila kamu fotostat sebuah buku, kamu telah merompak duit yang perlu digunakan untuk membeli susu bayi! Yang paling tragisnya ialah kamu guna buku itu untuk kegunaan diri kamu sehingga mendapatkan [ijazah}(http://says.com/my/seismik/ragam-pelajar-uiam-ambil-gambar-konvo) supaya kamu dapat hidup mewah kelak!"Bila kamu kerja di kedai yang fotostat seluruh buku, tidakkah kamu rasa berdosa setiap hari kerana begitu banyak buku kamu sudah rompak?"Kalau sebuah buku agama itu menggunakan hadis-hadis palsu, dan kamu fotostat buku itu dan kamu dapati ia akan disebarkan kepada orang ramai, adakah kamu tidak rasa berdosa besar?"Manakah yang lebih haram di antara kerja di kedai yang jual arak dan kerja di kedai fotostat yang jual hadis palsu, berdusta atas nama Nabi Muhammad SAW sehingga merosakkan aqidah dan prinsip asas agama?"

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Sebenarnya, isu yang cuba disampaikan di sini bukanlah tentang pengharaman kerja di kedai fotostat.
Tetapi lebih kepada kritikan atau sindiran terhadap pihak agamawan yang hanya membincangkan topik yang termasuk dalam Mainstream Religious Discourse.

Isu di sini ialah mengapa wacana pengharaman di atas disenyapkan?

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Dr Maza telah menyindir mengapa pihak agamawan begitu taksub mengharamkan vape tetapi diam dalam isu bauksit yang lebih memudaratkan. Ini adalah kerana isu bauksit tidak termasuk dalam Mainstream Religious Discourse.Ia seolah-olah mereka akan dianggap religious jika berbincang mengenai hukum vape tetapi tidak religious untuk berbincang tentang hukum bauksit.

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Artikel ini juga merupakan satu teguran kepada para agamawan agar sentiasa telus dalam mengeluarkan hukum dan berani menyatakan kebenaran.
Bukan hanya sekadar heboh satu perkara, tapi perkara lain tutup mata saja.

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Xifu Naser mengakhiri tulisan beliau dengan ayat di bawah:

Isu haram bukan sekadar hukum tetapi ia adalah isu konsistensi dalam wacana pengharaman. Konsistensi ini hanya akan tercapai jika agamawan kita tidak menjadi lalang yang mengikut arus perdana tetapi berdiri atas prinsip bercakap benar walaupun pahit.Baca tulisan penuh Xifu Naser DI SINI.

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Ok, dah faham kan? Good! :)
P/S: Lain kali jangan baca tajuk je. Baca kandungan artikel, fahamkan betul-betul, lepastu baru komen. Ok?

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Lelaki Layan Jiwang Siap Nyanyi Buka Tingkap, Tapi Suaranya Pula Undang Komen Lucu Netizen

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Tidak dinafikan, lagu jiwang sudah sebati dalam kalangan orang Melayu sejak dulu lagi

Malah, lagu jiwang sudah tentu menjadi pilihan ramai jika pergi karaoke bersama kawan-kawan atau keluarga.Namun, lain pula yang jadi dalam sebuah video tular ini apabila seorang lelaki menyanyi lagu jiwang sambil membuka tingkap telah mengundang tawa ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @allifrazak_ Hemm  original sound  - allifrazak

Bukan main feeling nyanyi lagu jiwang, suara pula jadi bahan ketawa

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @allifrazak_m, kelihatan lelaki itu sedang melayan perasaan seorang diri di tingkap rumahnya.Apa yang mencuit hati adalah apabila dia menyanyi dengan begitu yakin dan melalak sekuat hati seperti ingin melepaskan rasa sedihnya.Bukan itu saja, reaksi wajahnya juga menjadi tumpuan kerana dia menyanyikan dengan penuh perasaan.

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"Nampak kepuasan hati di situ dik, tak payah tahan-tahan urat perut. Sound unlocked untuk yang stress haha" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 1.6M views, 124.7K likes dan 4.1K shares di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagatnya.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Lain macam luahan perasaan abang ni. Tapi sorry nak tergelak! :D

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Ambil Langkah Berjaga-Jaga, Dapatkan 5 Top Selling 'Spray Gun Sanitizer' Ini Sekarang

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Sanitizer merupakan benda paling penting dan wajib ada dalam kehidupan seharian kita pada waktu pandemik ini

Ia berfungsi untuk membasmi segala bakteria yang melekat di tangan dan badan kita. Oleh itu, kita perlu sentiasa memakai sanitizer ini setiap kali berada di luar rumah.Namun begitu, memandangkan kita masih perlu berkurung di rumah dalam tempoh Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP), mungkin agak sukar jika kita mahu sanitize rumah kerana kebanyakan servis perkhidmatan tidak dibenarkan beroperasi di sesetengah kawasan.Tetapi, jangan risau. Kini anda boleh menggunakan cara paling mudah iaitu dengan mendapatkan spray gun sanitizer supaya boleh melakukan aktiviti semburan di mana-mana saja sebagai langkah berjaga-jaga.Berikut di bawah adalah senarai 5 kedai di Shopee yang menjual spray gun sanitizer:

1. pissardo_gallery

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Kedai ini telah menjual sebanyak 16,800 spray gun. Jadi, anda tidak perlu ragu-ragu sama ada mereka trusted atau tidak. Tengok je review okay? Ia boleh dijadikan sebagai scentpur liquid dan juga fogging liquid. Ada macam-macam warna juga tau!Harga: RM39.90 hingga RM65.90Klik link ini untuk beli.

2. s1mpleshop

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Wireless Nano spray gun ini juga didatangkan sekali bersama sanitizer yang mampu membunuh 99.9% kuman dan bakteria. Ia seratus peratus diperbuat di Malaysia dan mempunyai pelbagai fungsi. Kedai ini ada menyediakan sekali instruction untuk anda menggunakannya.Harga: RM69.00 hingga RM109.00Klik link ini untuk beli.

3. coco_living

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Turut mendapat review yang bagus oleh pembeli, anda pasti akan puas hati kerana mereka siap menyediakan USB charging cable di dalam packing list. Tetapi, anda diingatkan supaya tidak menggunakannya lebih dari 10 minit kerana melibatkan suhu yang tinggi.Harga: RM19.50 hingga RM59.80Klik link ini untuk beli.

4. lanjing888.my

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Kedai ini menjual dua warna spray gun iaitu hitam dan putih. Ramai yang mengatakan ianya dibalut dengan kemas oleh seller dan berfungsi dengan baik. Namun, kedai ini tidak menyediakan sanitizer sekali, jadi anda perlu membelinya berasingan.Harga: RM37.50 hingga RM39.90Klik link ini untuk beli.

5. jualan_murah_

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Akhir sekali, anda boleh dapatkan spray gun dan sanitizer di kedai ini. Penggunaannya boleh berfungsi selama satu hingga dua jam dan anda digalakkan untuk memakai sarung tangan semasa menggunakannya.Harga: RM24.90 hingga RM69.00Klik link ini untuk beli.

Tunggu apa lagi? Jom beli! Terutamanya yang ada anak-anak di rumah, pasti ingin mengekalkan kebersihan setiap masa :)

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Auto Terus Nak Balik, Cara Aunty Panggil Anjing Peliharaan Balik Rumah Ini 'Rare'

Bagi anda yang mempunyai haiwan peliharaan, pasti ada cara tersendiri untuk menjaga mereka bukan?

Kebiasaannya, haiwan peliharaan akan berada di dalam rumah atau di luar kawasan rumah saja iaitu tidak keluar daripada pagar.Iyalah, hal ini kerana takut mereka pergi jauh dan hilang pula nanti. Lain lah kalau kita sendiri yang keluar bawa mereka berjalan. Ada juga orang yang mempunyai cara mereka untuk memanggil haiwan peliharaan mereka kembali ke rumah.Sama seperti video di TikTok ini apabila seorang aunty menggunakan cara rare memanggil anjing peliharaannya balik ke rumah telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video itu di bawah:

  @fttinnabilh Dah keluar hanger baru pandai nak balik amboi  #pet #foryoupage #cute #fypmalaysia  Funny Song

Pegang hanger baju nak panggil anjing balik

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang individu sedang merakam seorang aunty di sebuah kawasan perumahan.Dapat dilihat aunty itu memegang hanger baju seperti mahu merotan seseorang. Namun, selepas beberapa minit muncul seekor anjing berjalan ke arah aunty itu.Rupa-rupanya, aunty itu memegang hanger sebagai cara untuk memanggil anjing peliharaannya itu pulang ke rumah.

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"Asian mom. Even pet pun takut" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur dan memberikan pelbagai reaksi gurauan mereka.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 466.4K views, 42.6K likes dan 1,077 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Comel lah dia terus datang, tahu takut :P


[VIDEO] "Selamat Hari Diabetes Sedunia" - Seismik Challenge: Kuiz Kencing Manis

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Penyakit kencing manis atau diabetes adalah masalah kesihatan yang tidak asing lagi dalam kalangan penduduk di Malaysia

Pertubuhan Kesihatan Sedunia (WHO) menganggarkan lebih kurang 537 juta orang dewasa di seluruh dunia merupakan penghidap penyakit diabetes pada tahun 2021. Tinjauan Kesihatan & Morbiditi Kebangsaan (NHMS 2019) pada tahun yang sama di Malaysia juga mendapati satu daripada lima orang yang berumur 18 tahun ke atas menghidap diabetes. Lebih membimbangkan lagi, hampir separuh daripada responden ini tidak mengetahui bahawa mereka menghidap penyakit diabetes. Pesakit diabetes juga berisiko lebih tinggi mendapat komplikasi yang serius sekiranya dijangkiti Covid-19.Oleh itu, adalah menjadi tanggungjawab rakyat Malaysia untuk mengambil berat tentang kesihatan masing-masing kerana kesihatan kita adalah milik dan tanggungjawab kita bersama.

Apa kata kita tonton dulu video Seismik Challenge kali ini dalam menjawab kuiz tentang penyakit kencing manis:

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Fuh.. boleh tahan mencabar juga soalan-soalan kuiz yang Aina, Brenda, Suresh dan Raz kena jawab tentang penyakit kencing manis ya. Tapi seronok, sambil jawab kuiz, dalam masa yang sama dapat juga mereka menimba ilmu pengetahuan tentang penyakit kencing manis!

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Tahukah anda, walaupun sudah 100 tahun penemuan insulin, masih terdapat berjuta-juta orang di seluruh dunia yang menghidap diabetes tidak mendapat bekalan insulin yang mereka perlukan.Kalau nak tahu lebih lanjut tentang pengurusan insulin ini, anda kena tonton video ini sampai habis okay.

Jadi, teruskan menjaga kesihatan diri dan menjalani gaya hidup yang sihat demi kesejahteraan hidup anda okay. Selamat Hari Diabetes Sedunia! :)


Tun M: RCI Will Be Set Up To Probe Judge Hamid's Exposé On Judicial Misconduct

Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad has confirmed that a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) will be set up to investigate claims made by Court of Appeal judge Datuk Hamid Sultan Abu Backer in his 63-page affidavit

"We are setting up an RCI, and it is up to them to look into the allegations made by the judge," Mahathir was quoted as saying by Malaysiakini earlier today, 21 February. "We will set up the RCI and the terms (of reference) will be determined later," he added, according to The Star.

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Composition of the RCI will be recommended by the Attorney-General (AG)

Free Malaysia Today quoted a source as saying that the AG will also be drafting the terms of reference for the RCI. Terms of reference are used to ensure the panel will be focused on what needs to be probed within confined parameters, and not deviate from what was intended to be achieved.The Cabinet reportedly agreed to an RCI yesterday, 20 February.

Hamid filed the affidavit on 14 February in support of a court application by daughter of Karpal Singh, Sangeet Kaur Deo

Sangeet applied to seek a declaration that Chief Justice Richard Malanjum failed to complete investigations into cases of judicial interference. Following the affidavit, Free Malaysia Today reported that calls for an RCI have been made by the Malaysian Bar, Sabah Law Society, Advocates Association of Sarawak, National Patriots Association, Reform Caucus for Parliament, Lawyers for Liberty, and Bersih 2.0.

The 63-page document revealed allegations of bullying and coercion of lawyers, constitutional conspiracy, and interference of high-profile court cases. Read more about it here:

                Judge Exposes Alleged Foul Play Behind The Court Cases Of Anwar, Karpal Singh, And More

The affidavit, which was filed by Justice Hamid Sultan Abu Backer, reveals misconduct in the judiciary.

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[VIDEO] Buat Konten Tidur Kampung, Ramai Boleh Relate Dengan Geng Gadis Imbau Kenangan Ini

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Hari Raya Aidilfitri merupakan perayaan yang disambut oleh umat Islam di seluruh dunia

Sudah pastinya ramai tidak sabar untuk beraya dan berkumpul dengan sanak saudara di kampung halaman masing-masing bukan?Begitupun, baru-baru ini tular dalam Twitter apabila sebuah video yang menunjukkan POV tidur di kampung telah meraih tumpuan ramai.Lihat video perkongsian itu di bawah:

Rindunya bila saudara mara ada dekat kampung. Momen ni paling rindu bila semua tidur dekat ruang tamu  pic.twitter.com/xyeyfO81W9— amighul rahman (@ricxxxkiddo) March 22, 2023

POV tidur di kampung yang menggamit kenangan semua

Menerusi ciapan berkenaan, kelihatan sekumpulan individu membuat kompilasi saudara mara tidur di kampung semasa hari raya. Dalam video berkenaan dapat dilihat, mereka sedang berkumpul bersama-sama di ruang tamu dan membuat pelbagai aktiviti sebelum tidur. Mereka menghabiskan masa dengan menceritakan kisah-kisah seram, berbual dan berkongsi cerita masing-masing sebelum terlelap.

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“Yang last bangun kena kemas toto. Good old days!” - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini mencecah sehingga 504.2K views, 2,926 likes dan 330 comments di Twitter, rata-rata netizen turut boleh relate dan ada juga yang berkongsi pengalaman mereka sendiri. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Min pun rindu juga berkumpul ramai-ramai dekat kampung :(

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Jho Low Has Been Issued An Arrest Warrant 9 Years After Getting Involved In 1MDB

An arrest warrant has been issued for businessman and financier Low Taek Jho, believed to be linked to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal

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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) also issued an arrest warrant for former official of 1MDB Nik Faisal Ariff Kamil. Warrants are also being prepared for the fund's ex-chief Shahrol Halmi and former Goldman Sachs banker Roger Ng.In a recent statement, Home Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said that the financier Low Taek Jho, better known as Jho Low, is one of the "main criminals" behind 1MDB, adding that the authorities are in the middle of gathering enough evidence to confirm his involvement.

On Thursday, 7 June, MACC said that they summoned for Low, who had previously declined to meet or to reveal his whereabouts

In an emailed statement sent by his lawyers, Low recently responded to say that he will assist MACC with the investigations, according to The Star.However, updates on that have yet to be reported.

News of Low's involvement in the 1MDB went viral back in 2015 when reports revealed his connection to the scandal-ridden case

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The Sarawak Report and British daily Sunday Times reported on their in-depth investigations into the 1MDB scandal back then, which linked Low's involvement to the fund's initial stages. It all started with the Terengganu Investment Authority (TIA), a sovereign wealth fund worth RM11 billion, that was set up to ensure Terengganu's long term sustainable economic development.On 27 May, 2009, AmInvestment Bank Bhd. was advised by Low to raise RM5 billion, through the issuance of Islamic medium-term notes. However, the Terengganu state government did not allow it.Despite the Government's disapproval, the deal continued anyway.Later that year on 31 July, the Minister of Finance took over TIA and renamed the fund to 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB). This all happened four months after Najib became Malaysia's sixth prime minister.The reports also claimed that Low and Riza had siphoned USD700 million (RM2.7 billion) from a joint-venture deal between 1MDB and PetroSaudi International through Good Star Ltd.

Despite the allegations linking the financier to 1MDB, Low denied getting involved in the scandal

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A spokesperson for Low previously mentioned that, "Low is confident that any impartial party presented with the complete facts will see that the allegations are flawed, biased and create an inaccurate picture."Jho Low seemingly went into hiding upon investigations by authorities into the nation's scandal. However, Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said last month, that they "roughly know" where to find Low.

In February, a RM1 billion luxury yacht believed to belong to Jho Low was seized for 1MDB's investigations:

                5 Things You Should Know About The Confiscation Of Jho Low's RM1 Billion Luxury Yacht

The Indonesian authorities cooperated with the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to seize the vessel on 28 Feb...

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People Are Having A Blast Turning The Go-Jek 'Kidnapping' Incident Into Funny Memes & Ads

On 31 January, a Go-Jek driver in Singapore made headlines after uploading a video of a passenger claiming that he was kidnapping her during a ride

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In the seven-minute viral video posted on Facebook, the woman claimed that the driver, Kamaruzzaman Abdul Latiff, was intentionally taking Singapore's electronic toll gantries (ERP) in order to cheat her for more money.

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"He locked the door! Unlock the door, he's taking hostage of me!" she screamed, despite the driver and a police officer explaining to her that the door locks automatically. "Is it because I'm Chinese?" she added.

Amused by the fact that the woman could not comprehend that modern cars have an auto-lock feature, netizens have been on a meme-making frenzy ever since

Not to miss out on a priceless marketing opportunity, brands have also jumped on the bandwagon with cheeky ads about their lock features

The Singaporean Air Force also made a reference to the viral video in a Facebook post about Chinese New Year.

Read more about the dramatic exchange here:

                Singapore Driver Who Was Accused Of Trying To Kidnap A Woman Didn't Actually Do It

She did not want to take the toll route, but also did not provide directions.

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MOH Records Highest Number Of COVID-19 Recoveries In A Day With 281 Patients Discharged

Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah just announced that 281 patients have fully recovered from COVID-19 within the past day

He also added that a total of 6,975 patients have been discharged from hospitals since the disease was first identified in Malaysia.This has been the largest number of recoveries in a day since Monday, 6 April, which recorded 236 recoveries.The Ministry of Health's (MOH) official Twitter account noted that the current recovery rate in Malaysia is 83.7%

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Meanwhile, MOH recorded seven new COVID-19 cases within the past day

Dr Noor Hisham said that this brings the number of cases in Malaysia to a total of 8,336. Out of the seven new cases, six are imported and one was locally transmitted.

The Health director-general also added that there are currently 1,244 active cases in Malaysia.

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There were no coronavirus-related deaths reported within the last 24 hours. Therefore, Malaysia's COVID-19 death toll remains at 117.

There are currently six patients receiving treatment in Intensive Care Units, with one of them requiring breathing assistance.

Terkini #covid19malaysia, 9 JunKes sembuh = 281Jumlah kes sembuh = 6,975(Kes baharu positif = 7Import = 6Kes penularan tempatan = 1)Jumlah positif = 8,336Kes kematian = 0Jumlah Kes kematian = 117kes dirawat di ICU = 6 ( 1 kes memerlukan alat bantuan pernafasan) pic.twitter.com/ERoL19iMAJ— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) June 9, 2020

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Tolak Gajet Untuk Berkhemah, Mencangkul & Memancing. Budak 6 Tahun Ini Buat Ramai Kagum!

Seiring dengan peredaran masa, penggunaan telefon pintar menjadi antara perkara wajib kepada semua orang termasuk kanak-kanak

Ibu bapa pada era moden kini kerap memberi gajet seperti telefon pintar dan tablet kepada anak-anak kerana mereka berpendapat bahawa pemberian gajet mampu merangsang pemikiran anak selain membuatkan anak kecil keriangan dan berhenti menangis.

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Walaupun begitu, sikap kanak-kanak apabila berjumpa sesuatu yang menarik dan seronok seperti gajet akan membuatkan mereka alpa dan tidak akan berhenti menggunakan kemudahan itu.Hal ini tidak akan membantu perkembangan minda dan tumbesaran kanak-kanak secara menyeluruh bahkan akan menyekat kemahiran mereka untuk bersosial dan berkomunikasi.Penggunaan keterlaluan gajet secara berterusan memberi kesan negatif kepada perkembangan emosi dan sahsiah kanak-kanak kerana jika tidak dikawal akan menyebabkan mereka berada dalam kelompok dunia sendiri serta menyebabkan mereka bersikap antisosial.

Berbeza pula dengan kanak-kanak lelaki ini yang dibesarkan dengan melakukan aktiviti yang lain daripada yang lain tanpa sebarang penggunaan gajet

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Satu posting yang dikongsikan pengguna Twitter @zhariframli telah menarik perhatian para netizen. Zharif telah berkongsikan beberapa gambar anak saudaranya yang suka melakukan aktiviti yang berbeza dengan kanak-kanak seusia dengannya.Mikail Harith, kanak-kanak berusia 6 tahun ini dikatakan menolak untuk bermain dengan telefon pintar ataupun lain-lain gajet kerana dia lebih suka menolong ibunya masak, menjaga adiknya serta menggosok bajunya sendiri. Di samping itu, Mikhail juga gemar untuk masuk ke dalam hutan.

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Menurut tweet tersebut, walaupun dibesarkan di kawasan bandar, Mikhail yang juga digelar Along diajar untuk teroka hidupnya dengan sendiri. Bapa Mikhail kerap membawanya melakukan aktiviti berkhemah, memancing dan lain-lain.Ketika berada di kampung, Mikhail akan menolong datuknya menyiram pokok bunga serta bercucuk tanam.

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Ramai netizen yang kagum dengan Mikhail serta memuji cara ibu bapanya membesarkan dia

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Payah sgt kah nak jumpa budak macam ni skrg ... semuga besar nnt dia akan menjadi kebanggaan keluarga, bangsa dan negara serta taat beribadah kepada Allah SWT https://t.co/APdWU1BYiP— nrsrd (@nrsard) December 10, 2018

aku rasa ni salah satu cara yang betul didik anak dari kecil. Bukan layan anak lelaki macam raja yang semua benda orang lain kena tolong buatkan untuk dia https://t.co/bsOq0gcpGk—  (@ezatyfaezi) December 9, 2018

Rare la sebab culture parents besarkan anak zaman skrg tak camni dah. Aku dulu 6 tahun mmg iron baju basuh kasut sklh sendiri je dah merungut  https://t.co/prhO9dQud0— Deanerys Targaryen (@IshakShanaynay) December 9, 2018

Semoga menjadi anak yang soleh, baik, bertanggungjawab dan berguna. Mudah mudahan hidup dirahmati dan diberkati Allah  aaminn https://t.co/DpnYbDNWUg— Isi Hati (@nak_apado) December 9, 2018

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If You Work In An Office, You'll Totally Relate To These 12 Typical Lunch Situations

Lunch time is THE best part of the working day, if we're all being real - and it's about to get even more awesome

There's an all-new fast and filling way to spice up your workday lunch! Find out more at the end of the story.

Here are just some of the familiar things that happen to all of us during our favourite part of the day:

1. Going out to makan with the gang is just not complete without an exciting round of "Where to eat?"

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When all else fails, you can always count on the lat tali lat method.

2. When you find a place with amazing lunch sets

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3. When your colleagues want to try an atas place and you're focusing more on the prices in the menu than the actual dishes

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And so begins the intricate game of "What's the cheapest thing here that can last me until tea time?".

4. When your order gets mixed up and you're forever waiting for your food while everyone else is already eating

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5. And when your food arrives after everyone's done eating...

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6. The best is when it starts to rain while you eat. You get a legit excuse not to go back to the office!

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7. Your face when your boss invites you to lunch and you can't exactly say no

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8. When you're roped in for a lunch meeting and can't follow your gang out for makan

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Looks like you're going to have to swap your al fresco lunch plans to al desko instead.

9. When you're eating in the pantry and overhear the latest office drama from the watercooler gossip gang

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You're coming back at tea time for the repeat broadcast for sure!

10. When you compare your packed lunch to your colleagues' and get a serious case of #lunchenvy

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11. That moment when you're having a limp, cold sandwich and your cubicle neighbour offers you some of their warm and toasty lunch

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Hot food > cold food, hands down!

12. You know that, at the end of the day, an awesome lunch is all it takes to make you happy!

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15 Places Where You Can Get Yummy Mooncakes This 2021

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1. W Kuala Lumpur

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Packaging – Very glam, suitable for an elevated afternoon tea.Taste – Really yummy, exquisite flavours in both savoury and sweet treats. It comes with two unique mooncake flavours for anyone who's feeling adventurous.Price – RM288Overall – Worth it, as it comes as a full teatime package with savoury and sweet bites, mooncakes, and tea. Perfect for those who want to have their own lil' tea party at home.The set includes:– 'Moonstruck' bag– Cendol Coconut and Mint Red Bean mooncakes– Savoury bites, such as Cod Fish Kataifi, Chicken Yam Puff, Vegetable Spring Roll Cured Duck, and more– Sweet treats, such as Blueberry Crumble, Elderberry Popping Macaron, Salted Pecan Nut Tart, and more– Woobar's blended teaYou can order this hi-tea set or individual items here.

2. UNBOX by Huff and Puff

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Packaging – Pretty, eco-conscious, and reusable as a cool carrier or plant 'pot'.Taste – On the sweeter side. Some of the mooncakes have a good, soft texture.Price – RM158Overall – Great packaging and makes a good gift, if you're into classic mooncake flavours or want to treat someone.The set includes:– Pretty rattan basket with pleather strap– 3 pieces of 180g halal mooncakes by Fai Fong Bakery (1 piece per flavour)You can order it here.

3. Pulp & Beans

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Packaging – They have cute chocolate rabbits!Taste – Not your typical mooncakes, as these are made with 100% handcrafted chocolate.Price – RM188Overall – Pretty tasty. Good for those who want something different. The set includes:– 4 mooncake pieces with 2 flavours (White lotus and Japanese mochi coated with dark chocolate and passionfruit couverture chocolate tablet, and pandan lotus and salted egg yolk coated with dark chocolate and raspberry couverture chocolate tablet)– 8 assorted flower tea bagsYou can order it here.

4. Oh Cha Matcha

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Packaging – So pretty!Taste – Strong matcha flavour and smooth snow skin texture.Price – RM60Overall – If you're a fan of snow skin and appreciate a strong matcha flavour, this is a good, vegan-friendly choice.The set includes:– Matcha Mung Bean (Matcha Snow Skin)– Hojicha Mung Bean (Purple Sweet Potato Snow Skin)– Genmaicha Mung Bean (Blue Spirulina Snow Skin)– Matcha Mung Bean (Beetroot Snow Skin)You can order it here.

5. Reunion Hour Gift Basket

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Packaging – Love the little reusable picnic basket!Taste – Quite sedap. The traditional mooncake skin is slightly caramelised, which makes it even tastier. Price – RM188Overall – Made by a local dessert shop in Perak but does nationwide delivery. Good choice if you want to enjoy different mooncake varieties, as it includes traditional, Shanghai, and Teochew mooncakes. The set includes:– British classic picnic basket– 10 types of mooncakes– 4 packs of floral teasYou can order it here.

6. Brilliant Luck Giftbox

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Packaging – Classy white and gold gift box. Price – RM138Overall – By the same baker as Reunion Hour Gift Basket, this set contains fewer but just as tasty mooncakes. It's Muslim-friendly and suitable for vegetarians too.The set includes:– 7 pieces of mooncakes– 4 packs of floral teaYou can order it here.

7. Luk Yu Tea House at The Starhill Dining

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Taste – Very yummy, especially if you like snow skin.Price – RM102.08 (Box of six) or RM136.88 (Box of nine)Overall – Worth the price. Even if you're not a snow skin fan, this might make you change your mind.The sets include:– 6 or 9 different snow skin mooncakes flavours You can order it here.

8. Sugarpastry.my

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Taste – If you have a sweet tooth, you might like this.Price – Starts from RM48. But if you don't want the full set, you can purchase individual pieces, from as low as RM8 per piece.Overall – If you're looking for halal mooncakes that have unique flavours, such as Pandan Gula Melaka, Blueberry Cheese, Chocolate Ferrero Rocher, and more, you can consider this.The set includes:– 6 flavours of mooncake (you can select out of 20 different flavours)You can order it here.

9. New World

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Packaging – Classy black and gold handbag-like box with a set of red drawers. Makes a good gift for mums. It comes in either deep ruby red or black. Slightly wasted that you can't reuse the 'handbag' though.Taste – Pretty good, not too sweet, chewy and doesn't contain too crazy flavours.Price – RM108 (Early bird) or RM148 (After 15 August)Overall – If you like traditional baked mooncakes, this is a good option. The set includes:– 4 traditional mooncakes (Longan Wolfberries, Pomegranate Lotus, Red Bean, and White Lotus. You can also switch it up with their Lotus with Single Yolk and Mixed Nuts in the 'Treasure Set')You can order it here.

10. Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur x Melinda Looi

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Packaging – So extra! Comes with a chess kit inside a huge, bright red rabbit-shaped felt bag with many pockets. It's called 'The Grand Gambit', an apt name. Also comes in other colours.Taste – Tastes luxurious. Good combination of snow skin flavours that actually make sense, not just for the sake of mixing.Price – RM253.13 - RM284.93Overall – Unique, over-the-top packaging and good snow skin mooncake flavours that pair well. There are also sets with just traditional mooncake flavours. The set includes:– Reusable felt bag with many pockets– A fancy chess kit with six dice– 4 to 5 mooncake flavours (snow skin or traditional, depending on which set you get)Use the promo code 'SAYS10' if you'd like to enjoy additional 10% off for mooncakes, including other meals, desserts, flowers and gifts, from their online store.You can order here.

11. The King Black Thorn Snow Skin Mooncake

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Packaging – Cute little black durian mooncake design in a matching black box.Taste – Doesn't contain any paste like typical mooncakes, instead it has 100% fresh Black Thorn durian pulp coated with snow skin.Price – RM158Overall – Yummy! Made by the same baker as Reunion Hour Gift Basket, this is a great option for durian lovers. The mooncakes are Muslim-friendly and are suitable if you're lactose intolerant, vegetarian, or vegan.The set includes:– 6 small pieces of Black Thorn snow skin mooncakesYou can order it here.

12. Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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Packaging – Opens up like a fancy storybook! Can double up as a large (slightly bulky) jewellery box as well, as it includes a ring holder. Taste – Decent traditional mooncakes that are not too sweet.Price – RM208+Overall – Not bad for traditional mooncake flavours in very fancy packaging.The set includes four out of six mooncake flavours below:– White Lotus Paste with Single Egg Yolk– Pandan Lotus Paste with Single Egg Yolk– Sweet Corn Lotus Paste with Single Egg Yolk– Yam Lotus Paste with Single Egg Yolk– Lotus Paste with Single Egg Yolk– Red Bean PasteYou can order it here.

13. MunchyBaby

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Packaging – Reusable lantern gift box that comes with dreamy fairy lights.Taste – The Pure Lotus flavour has a unique floral-like taste that is pretty good and slightly on the sweeter side.Price – RM188Overall – Pretty packaging that also makes a good gift for a loved one.The set includes:– Lotus mooncake – Pandan lotus mooncake – Red bean mooncake – Matcha mooncake – One box of Twinings Pure Camomile teabags You can order it here.

14. Wishful MY

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Packaging – Aesthetically-pleasing and put together very well. Each set has its own unique touch. Taste – Pretty standard traditional baked mooncakes. Love that it comes with many different things in the gift sets.Price – RM99 - RM408Overall – Lots of attention to details, making them really thoughtful gifts for someone.There are three different designs and sets, which include a combination of any of the following:– mooncakes, – clay tea pot set with cups and tea sachets, – wooden utensils and coasters with engravings,– traditional matchbox, and– 'Game of Go' board game set, among other items.You can order it here.

15. Classic Baked Skin Mooncake (Loose)

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Taste – It's meant to be less sweet. We found it a tad bit sweet still and a little chewy but it's huge for the price.Price – Starts from RM10 each.Overall – Affordable and huge mooncakes. Made by a local home baker who hopes to eventually own a larger business with her husband so she can spend more time with her daughter. You can order it here.

Ever wondered why we eat mooncakes?

                Goddess & Rebellion: Here Are The Legends Behind Mid-Autumn Festival & Why We Eat Mooncake

Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as Mooncake or Lantern Festival, falls on the 15th day of the eighth month of the Chi...

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On Int'l Women's Day This M'sian Politician Suggested Wives Gift Husbands With Other Women

On International Women's Day, 8 March, the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women are celebrated worldwide

An International Women's Strike in New York in 2017.
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Across the globe, International Women's Day is an occasion used to call for change to women's rights by pushing forward gender equality.

The Women's March Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, 10 March.
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On the topic of International Women’s Day, Perak PAS Information chief - Wan Tarmizi Abdul Aziz - suggested that more women should consent to polygamy as a show of female empowerment

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"Women's Day will be more meaningful if a woman gifts another woman to her spouse as a mark of appreciation of other women," he wrote on his Facebook account on 8 March.

At the time of writing, the Facebook post received mixed reactions, with some commenters suspecting that Wan Tarmizi's account had been hacked

Wan Tarmizi's Facebook post is no longer available to view.
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On 2 March, the Information chief claimed that his Facebook account had been hacked when another controversial status was posted.The status which read, “some pray but do not want to support PAS, something must be wrong with their prayers,” garnered criticisms from netizens.The political figure told Sinar Harian that he was teaching an Islamic class at the time of the posting, and that there are parties attempting to ruin his image as well as PAS’ reputation.

However, Wan Tarmizi explained that there was no hacking in this instance and that his statement – which is no longer available – was merely based on Islamic teachings

He told Malaysiakini that "In Islam, one has to fulfil certain conditions to have more than one wife... Financial obligations are just one condition... He has to be a provider." The PAS politician also added that he was unperturbed by criticisms over his views.Wan Tarmizi confirmed that he is currently in a monogamous relationship, but he refused to confirm whether his wife shared his views on polygamy.

PAS’ women chief expressed her agreement with Wan Tarmizi’s view, adding that polygamy is a God-given right to men

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Nuridah Salleh, the head of Muslimat PAS, stated that Muslim women should not question a man’s ‘right to polygamy’, which is God-given.    After referring to a Quranic verse frequently quoted by conservative Muslims to justify polygamy, she told FMT that “A man is allowed to marry more than one woman as stated in Islam. Who are we to question the decision and Islam?”“If he is unable to cope even with one wife then it would be a problem,” she added.

Muslim men in Malaysia can take up to four wives as long as permission is granted by the Syariah Court. The conditions for polygamy vary from State to State according to its own Syariah law.

The Wilayah Persekutuan Syariah Court.
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Each State in Malaysia is allowed under the Federal Constitution to decide on its own Muslim family law.In Perak, the husband needs to only make a declaration before a Syariah Court judge that “he shall be fair to his wives”, while in Kelantan and Terengganu there are no conditions stipulated aside from making a declaration to the Court.

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In all other States, there are four other conditions to be met for polygamy to be legal:1. The proposed marriage must be just and necessary;2. The husband must have sufficient financial means;3. The husband will accord equal treatment to the existing wife/wives; and4. The proposed marriage will not cause darar syarie (danger or harm) to the existing wife.

Last month, a president of a community club in Muar called on MCA to fight for polygamous marriages on behalf of the Chinese community to prevent decline in population:

                Muar Community Club President Wants Malaysian Chinese To Have Polygamy Rights

He claims that this move will prevent the decline in Malaysia's Chinese population.

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17 Highlights You Should Know From Pakatan Harapan's #Budget2020

On Friday, 11 October, Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng tabled #Budget2020, the second Federal budget by the Pakatan Harapan government since it came to power

The total fund allocated for #Budget2020 is RM297.020 billion, which is 5.57% less in comparison to RM314.55 billion allocated in #Budget2019.However, the government is not spending less despite what appears.According to an analysis by Malaysiakini, this year's budget appears less due to the absence of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Income Tax refund, which amounted to RM37 billion in the previous budget.If we discount the RM37 billion in the last budget, #Budget2020 is larger by 6.99%.Themed, "Shared prosperity: Sustainable and inclusive growth towards a high-income economy", the 2020 Budget aims to stabilise the government's financial position.

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Here's the breakdown of the #Budget2020's RM297.020 billion and how the Federal fund will be allocated:

1. Your Netflix will be taxed

The Digital Services Tax will come into effect starting in January 2020.This will affect streaming services like Netflix and Spotify, Google's digital advertising, and also digital software and games distribution companies such as Steam.Foreign companies providing these services in Malaysia can now register with Customs Department starting 1 October 2019.

2. Increased tax for your higher pay

The government is introducing a new tax rate for those earning two million ringgit or more per annum at 30%, up from the current 28% rate.Termed as taxing the super-rich, the increase will only affect 2,000 people.

3. Education gets priority

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng announced that the Ministry of Education will be allocated a whopping RM64.1 billion from the national budget total.The budget allocated for the Ministry of Education this year is more than the budget allocated in 2019, which was at RM60.2 billion.Every year, the Ministry of Education receives the biggest allocation.

4. Minimum wage gets a bump

With the rise in the cost of living in major cities in the country, the government has decided to increase the minimum wage to RM1,200.In January 2019, the government had increased the minimum wage to RM1,100."As the cost of living increases in major cities nationwide, the government proposes to increase the minimum wage to RM1,200," Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng said, adding that the government is committed to increasing quality of life for people.

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5. Highway toll burden to go down

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng announced that there will be a minimum reduction of average toll charges by 18% discount across all PLUS highways.Putrajaya will acquire four Klang Valley highways – Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS), Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP), Sprint Expressway (SPRINT), and SMART Tunnel (SMART) to be funded via Government-guaranteed borrowings.Effective 1 January 2020, the toll rates for cars at the Second Penang Bridge will be reduced from RM8.50 to RM7.00.

6. Cash incentives for graduates who obtain employment

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng said under the [email protected] programme, graduates who have been unemployed for over a year and secure work would receive a wage incentive of RM500 on top of their salaries every month for a duration of two years."Employers will receive a hiring incentive up to RM300 per month for each new hire for two years," he said when tabling the Budget 2020 in the Dewan Rakyat.

7. Targeted fuel subsidy

Individuals who own not more than two cars and two motorcycles are eligible to receive fuel Targeted Subsidy Programme (PSP) for one vehicle.

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PSP will be launched in Peninsular Malaysia starting January 2020, with two eligible categories:

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8. Broadband prices decreased and connectivity speed tripled

Lim Guan Eng announced that prices of broadband services have been lowered by 49%, adding that the implementation of Mandatory Standard on Access Pricing (MSAP) for broadband packages have succeeded in increasing Internet speeds by three times.In addition, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (SKMM) has allocated RM250 million to prepare Internet access via satellite technology to increase connectivity in Sabah and Sarawak.

9. A major boost for e-sports to grow local talents

The government will allocate RM20 million to grow local e-sports scene.Lim Guan Eng said the government recognises e-sports talents in Malaysia."The government wishes Malaysian e-gaming teams good luck in Southeast Asian Games, happening in Manilla this December," Guan Eng said.

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10. Uplifting the Public Service

Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) increased by RM50 per month for support staff, with a total allocation of RM350 million annually.Civil servants with at least 15 years' service allowed early redemption of Accumulated Leave (Gantian Cuti Rehat) for up to 75 days as replacement pay.Free personal accident insurance (up to RM100,000 coverage) for two years to new government housing loan borrowers.To help relieve the burden of dependants to civil servants who have died in service, the Government will introduce an Ex-Gratia Death Benefit of up to RM150,000 payable to dependents of the deceased.RM26 million to give Rela members higher allowance of RM2 per hour.All personnel of Jabatan Perkhidmatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia will receive a special allowance of RM200 a month, amounting to RM35 million. This will benefit 14,400 personnel of the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia.The Government will accord a one-off payment of RM500 to the 70,000 holders of the Pingat Jasa Malaysia, with an allocation of RM35 million."The country records its appreciation to the Malaysian Armed Forces, Royal Malaysian Police, Fire Rescue Department, Royal Malaysian Customs Department, doctors, nurses, teachers and all civil servants for tirelessly striving to make Malaysia better," he said.Special payments of RM500 for civil servants Grade 56 and below and RM250 for retirees and non-pensionable veterans. All will be paid before the end of this year.

11. Bumiputera businesses to grow with RM445 million allocation

With the allocation, the government aims to improve access to financing, business premises preparation, and entrepreneurial training.The total amount is divided between four different entrepreneurship bodies:1) RM150 million is allocated for all entrepreneurship and skills development programmes by Perbadanan Usahawan Nasional Berhad (PUNB).2) Meanwhile, programmes to enhance marketing, packaging, and financial literacy through SME Corp will get a budget of RM75 million.3) Another RM170 million will go towards financing access through Tekun Nasional, SME Bank, and Real Estate Investment Berhad (PHB).4) Lastly, RM50 million will be directed to entrepreneurship programs under the Economic Affairs Ministry.

12. Special grant for Sarawak and Sabah doubled

For 2020, Sabah and Sarawak will receive the largest portion of Development Expenditures amounting to RM5.2 billion and RM4.4 billion respectively.The rate set by the previous government was RM26.7 million for Sabah and RM16 million for Sarawak per annum. For the first time, the Government proposes to increase the rate, doubling it for 2020 to RM53.4 million for Sabah and RM32 million for Sarawak.

13. RM1.3 billion to uphold the Federal Constitutional position of Islam as the religion of the Federation

The allocation for Islamic Affairs under the Prime Minister's Department will be increased to RM1.3 billion in the 2020 Budget, from RM1.2 billion this year."We will increase the allowance to Al-Quran dan Fardu Ain class (KAFA) Teachers by RM100 a month to 33,200 existing KAFA teachers with an additional cost of RM46 million," Finance Minister Lim Guan announced during the budget yesterday.A one-off special bonus of RM500 for each Imam, Bilal (Muezzin), Tok Siak/Noja/Merbot (mosque caretakers) and Guru Takmir.A sum of RM10 million will be allocated to the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) to develop a greater understanding of Maqasid Shariah via a series of advocacy programmes and deliberations.

14. An increased focus on healthcare

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15. More for the Home Ministry and the Defence Ministry

Both the Ministry will receive an increased allocation of this budget.While the Home Ministry will get RM16.9 billion to ensure national security is maintained, the Defence Ministry will get RM15.6 billion.The increased allocation comes with a focus on improving defence preparedness, including improving the mobility of the Malaysian Armed Forces.In addition, preparedness involves the need to address new threats, such as defending Sabah's waters that require equipment such as Fast Interceptor Crafts.

16. RM50 million to boost detention procedures and facilities

"The Government will allocate RM50 million through Global Infrastructure Anti-Corruption Centre (GIACC) to enhance detention procedures and facilities, in particular, the installation of 11,500 units of Closed-Circuit Televisions (CCTV) in police detention centres and immigration entry points," Lim Guan Eng said, adding that the Government is concerned with custodial deaths and alleged mistreatment of suspects.The Government will implement much-needed reforms, which includes establishing laws and institutions such as:FIRST: The Independent Police Complaints and Misconduct Commission (IPCMC) to raise public confidence in our Royal Malaysian Police Force (PDRM); andSECOND: Establish the Malaysian Ombudsman to replace the Bureau of Public Complaints to enhance governance and delivery systems of the Government.

17. Initiatives to increase women's participation in the workforce

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Overall, the Government will be undertaking further measures to improve the working environment for women and parents in general.

You can refer to the full text of Budget 2020 here.

What do you think about Budget 2020? Let us know in the comments below.

Here's a recap of Budget 2019:

                #Budget2019: 25 Highlights From Pakatan Harapan's First Budget In Power

Malaysia's Budget 2019 is themed "A Resurgent Malaysia, A Dynamic Economy, A Prosperous Society".

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[PHOTOS] Mister International Malaysia & 33 Other Contestants In Their National Costumes

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The 14th Mister International competition is happening this Sunday, 30 October, in Manila, Philippines

Contestants from 34 countries and territories around the world, including Brazil, Cambodia, Mexico, Spain, and more, have been selected to compete for the Mister International 2022 title.  Earlier this week, the male beauty pageant showed off the contestants in their national costumes on Instagram.Among them is Malaysia's very own Roger Hugo Amandus, who hails from Sabah. This was his outfit:

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From shimmery pants and 'underwater creatures' to golden ornaments, here's a look at the 33 other contestants' national costumes:

1. Boris Gurtner from Albania

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2. Niels van Dijk from Belgium

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3. Luan Antonelli Bristot from Brazil

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4. Bunchhat Eat from Cambodia

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5. Rubert Manuel Arias Solozábal from Cuba

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6. Matěj Švec from Czech Republic

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7. Manuel Franco from Dominican Republic

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8. Pierre Carriou from France

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9. Réginal Theodore Bien-Aime from Haiti

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10. Jason Li Kwai Chiu from Hong Kong

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11. Lukanand Kshetrimayum from India

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12. Jason Julius from Indonesia

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13. Ryo Yatogo from Japan

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14. Anatoly Anissimov from Kazakhstan

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15. Cho Jae-young from South Korea

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16. Sengtavanh Chaleunphonh from Laos

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17. Jorge Andrés Villegas Ramon from Mexico

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18. San Thar from Myanmar

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19. Manash Kumar Rai from Nepal

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20. Iliya Shahedi from Netherlands

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21. Jonathan López from Nicaragua

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22. Daniel Andrian Morán Samaniego from Panama

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23. Eleazar Moreno from Peru

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24. Myron Jude (MJ) Ordillano from the Philippines

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25. Driel Souza from Puerto Rico

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26. Sean Nicholas Sutiono from Singapore

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27. Juan Pablo Colías González from Spain

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28. Pasan Weerasekara from Sri Lanka

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29. Marcel Ignacio Riera from Switzerland

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30. Jacob Hsiao from Taiwan

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31. Surasak Muangkaew from Thailand

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32.     Daryn Alexander from the US

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33. Orangel Dirinot from Venezuela

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Which country's national costume is your favourite? Let us know your pick!


Hacking Device That Steals Your Card Information & Pin Number Found Installed On ATM In KL

An automated teller machine (ATM) was found to have been compromised during an inspection by a motorcycle patrol unit from the Tun HS Lee police station on Sunday, 17 February

According to Info Roadblock JPJ/POLIS, the MEPS ATM was located in front of a well-known convenience store along Jalan Changkat, Bukit Bintang.

The ATM where the incident is believed to have taken place.
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Two suspicious devices were found placed above the ATM's keypad and attached to the card slot

The recording device and card skimmer. Right: a close-up of the card skimmer.
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"One of the objects was a skimmer placed over the card slot, and the other was a video recorder placed over the keypad," Dang Wangi Police chief ACP Shaharuddin Abdullah told Bernama, reported theSun.In a video shared by Info Roadblock JPJ/POLIS that has since gone viral, an unidentified person can be seen pointing out the locations of the two devices while another person works to remove the card skimmer.

Three suspects, believed to be connected to the case, were picked up at a convenience store near the ATM on the same day.

In response to the case, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) shared a video with tips for spotting a skimming device

Here is what you should do to check for a skimming device:- Check for any suspicious objects mounted on or around the ATM machine,- Compare the ATM you are using to a nearby one to make it easier to spot suspicious differences,- Tug on the card reader or any other mounted parts to see if they are securely attached,- Test the keypad buttons' sensitivity and check if it was placed above a real one, and- Avoid ATMs in non-bank places, such as in malls or public spaces.


This Cute Store In PJ Lets You Make Your Own Candles, Bath Bombs, And Even Deodorant

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If you ever need an item, you know you can probably just head to a store to get it.
But there's something so appealing about making things from scratch.

Even without a single artsy bone inside me and after countless epic fails, I still find myself going back to starting new DIY projects or trying to make something out of my bare hands.

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Well, for folks who have always wanted to make their own scented candles, bath bombs, or even makeup, Craftiviti in Petaling Jaya is the place for you

Located at 10 Boulevard, the complex on your right when you exit the Damansara toll from the North Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE), this store is a haven for craft hobbyists and literally anyone who loves things that smell nice.

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As a one-stop centre for pro and newbie crafters, their main focus is selling supplies for your next DIY project

They sell everything from candle waxes to bar soap moulds.

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If you're like me and have always been interested in picking up crafting as a new hobby but you find it a bit intimidating, fret not!Craftiviti offers starter kits for newbies, complete with basic supplies and tools that will allow you to have a smooth first experience making soap, candles, or bath bombs.

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However, if you're already a pro, reviews say that this store is still worth a visit because it has a complete selection. This means that if you need to stock up on supplies, it is a convenient place to do so.

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One of the main highlights of this store is that you can come with friends and get crafty on the spot.
In just under 30 minutes, you can go home with a personal care product that you made yourself.

The store prides itself on having Malaysia's first DIY personal care and therapeutic crafts bar.Basically, they'll hand over a menu and you'll be able to choose from a list of recipes such as Candilicious bath bombs, Peppermint Candy lip balms, and Love Potion Candles.Not only that, at the Crafti Express bar, you can also try your hand at making a skincare product like a deep healing lotion or all-natural deodorant.

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If you're a beginner at all of this, an employee will guide you through the process. Once you're done, you can leave the cleaning up to them!This is great for those who don't want to commit to buying their own tools and just want to try out the activity. Some of the recipes cost only RM30 to make.Here's a TikTok showing what the experience is like:

Get in losers, we're going crafting

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Here's How To Group Check-In On MySejahtera The Next Time You Go Out With Family

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has updated the MySejahtera app to allow group check-ins before entering premises

Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said the feature was developed to speed up the check-in process while abiding COVID-19 standard operating procedures (SOP).Before this, individuals who could not scan QR codes had to manually record their details on paper at every location they visited.

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If your grandparents or children do not have smartphones, here's how you can check them in on MySejahtera:

1. Open the MySejahtera homepage and click on 'More'

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2. On the pop-up menu, select 'Manage Dependents'

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3. Fill in the details of your dependent

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And, that's it!

The next time you have to scan a QR code to check-in at any location, you only need to scan once for yourself and the rest of your family.There is no limit on the number of names that can be entered as dependents, and you can always select the people that are present with you.

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Recently, Pos Malaysia rolled out e-consignment notes to save dropping-off time at post offices:

                Rejoice, Malaysians! You Can Now Use E-Consignment Notes At Pos Malaysia To Save Time

More paperless transactions. Yay!

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7 Ways To Work Around The Most 'Mah Fan' Things During CNY

1. Getting your stash of mandarin oranges

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PROBLEM: That errand to the mandarin orange shop could set you back by 30-60 minutes. No time? SOLUTION: Ask your friend, colleague or relative to help buy your supply now for CNY. There's just a few days left! Don't be stingy on the quantity. You don't want to regret not buying enough.

2. Waiting at the toll plaza with hundreds of other balik kampung drivers

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PROBLEM: Getting stuck in the notorious CNY jam along the highway is no joke. People have spent over 10 hours to travel back home when it would normally take them four. SOLUTION: Get a Touch 'n Go card and reload it for your both trips, back and forth. Look for a reload spot closest to your current location.

3. Not having enough new notes for your angpow giveaway

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PROBLEM: The bank is out of RM10 notes, and you don't have enough RM1 notes. It's like an epidemic or a currency rationing every year. You need to hold on to your notes like your life depended on it. Don't use the good notes on your CNY goodies. SOLUTION: Pay for necessities and groceries at Tesco, Watsons, Mydin Supermarket, KK Supermarts and Sam's Groceria with your Touch 'n Go card.

4. Losing in every round of chor dai di

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PROBLEM: If you're 30 and you are still the resident 'loser' in your group of friends, stop the big buy ins. SOLUTION: Observe how the high rollers win or take the kids out to see the firecrackers the neighbours are launching into the sky.

5. Realising that you have "nothing to wear"

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PROBLEM: By this point, if you have "nothing to wear", you need to realise that you had something to wear for every single one of the 365 days before CNY. SOLUTION: Utilise your unused vouchers, check the retail outlets your credit cards are giving promos for, shop on an online store with free shipping + 3-day delivery (max), buy an awesome piece of accessory and pair it with your favourite top. Nobody should penalise you for creativity.

6. Keeping to your diet (pulls hair)

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PROBLEM: It's hard to stay off the feasting. Your relatives may not like it and they'll keep feeding you things on your plate anyways. SOLUTION: Eat. Slowly. Pace yourself. If you've overdosed on pineapple tarts on the first day, eat more meat or veg on the second day. Hydrate yourself with a lot of water after eating. It'll help curb all the binging and unnecessary snacking.

7. Parking in a shopping mall you thought would be "empty"

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PROBLEM: You think the shopping mall will be empty because everyone will balik kampung right? WRONG. There are thousands of people thinking the exact same thing as they head to the mall only to find out it's super packed and jammed. How do you beat this? SOLUTION: Use the LRT and avoid queuing in line with a Touch n' Go card. If you don't fancy that, there are taxis and ride sharing services where you can arrive in style, hassle-free.

All the best this CNY!

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Racist Landlords Will Soon Be Subjected To A New Anti-Discrimination Law

Malaysia is setting up a new anti-discrimination law against racist landlords following several cases of rental discrimination in the country

In December, a Chindian man in Penang was not allowed to rent a room because he was not 'Chinese enough'. Despite being able to speak Mandarin, Divyang Hong was told by the landlord that they "don't rent out to mixed people".Netizens later relayed similar experiences of their own to him.

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Following the cases, Housing and and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin said that a Residential Tenancy Act is being drafted to protect both landlords and tenants from ethnic discrimination

The Ampang MP added that the law will follow a similar one in Scotland, Free Malaysia Today reported.

Ampang MP Zuraida Kamaruddin.
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In addition, the government will be focusing on implementing the rent-to-own scheme

The concept, which has been successfully adopted by Penang and Selangor, will begin with a property fair in March. The Star reported that 180 property developers will offer 22,000 properties worth RM22.5 billion at the fair.Out of that number, 24% of properties will cost less than RM300,000.

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Earlier this month, Penang's Deputy Chief Minister II Dr P Ramasamy said that these racist acts affect the unity of Malaysians:

                Penang Minister Calls For Anti-Racial Discrimination Law After "Chinese Only" Rental Case

He said such acts go against the foundations of peace and unity in Malaysia.

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[PHOTOS] Why Didn't These Easy-To-Make Meals Turn Out The Same At Home?

1. This seemingly easy eggs in bell pepper rings

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2. These overnight oats were supposed to make me healthier, not give me diarrhoea

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3. This Stitch ice-cream turned out more depressing than happy

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4. There is definitely no pot of gold at the end of this jelly rainbow cake

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5. Homemade pizz... nevermind

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6. Pancakes are one of the easiest things to make!

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7. The eggy wouldn't stay in the basket

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8. I think I need a reality check :(

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9. This fruit bird did not take flight

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10. These heart popping things

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11. The chocolate sensation that exploded all over my microwave

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12. The box says "Fun, Easy & Delicious!" Do NOT trust the box.

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13. NEVER TRUST THE BOX

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Not a wizard in the kitchen? Save the hassle, heartache and disappointment. If you're craving for a delicious bowl of MyKuali Penang White Curry, OLDTOWN White Coffee has got you covered with their all new White Curry Series.

White curry mee by OLDTOWN White Coffee.
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White curry hor fun by OLDTOWN White Coffee.
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White curry hor fun by OLDTOWN White Coffee.
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Made with the one and only MyKuali Penang White Curry paste combined with OLDTOWN's in-house special soup base and noodles, the OLDTOWN White Curry series is a delicious and heartwarming meal Penangites would approve of. The noodles are springy while the curry soup is rich, sweet and tasty, elevating the instant version to a whole level. We've tasted the White Curry hor fun and pan mee ourselves and we can't wait to go back for more.

The OLDTOWN White Coffee all new White Curry Series is available from 17 November 2014 to 31 January 2015 in all Generic and Signature OLDTOWN White Coffee outlets. You can choose from 5 different types of white curry noodles including mee, mee hoon, pan mee, hor fun, and macaroni.


Are Deals Better When You Book Hotels Early Or At The Very Last Minute?

Quick question before you read on:

It's a crossroad we experience when planning our holidays - should you book early, or wait and take a chance on a last-minute booking?

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Well, to help you make a better decision, we've listed down the pros and cons of booking a hotel way in advance or at the very last minute:

BOOKING HOTELS IN ADVANCE

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PROS:1. More room options: booking a hotel in advance has the obvious benefit of more options when it comes to available hotel rooms. 2. Offers peace of mind: you will have a room ready for you once you arrive at your destination. 3. No comprise on planning: if you have to travel at a certain time or have a specific room or hotel requirement, booking early will mean you won’t have to compromise on your day of departure, or any other element of your break.4. Early booking discounts: booking now means you can take advantage of early booking discounts such as meal deals, free night deals, room upgrade deals and single traveller discounts – all of which can slash the total cost of your holiday.

CON:Missing out on deals: you run the risk of missing out on any potential special offers. Many hotels have contractual agreements with travel agencies, whereby a tour company will effectively reserve a specified number of rooms for a specified period of time. When these rooms are not filled by a certain time frame, especially off-peak seasons, prices are expected to drop.

BOOKING HOTELS AT THE LAST MINUTE

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PROS:1. Off-peak discounts: it's common for hotels to drop prices on unoccupied rooms at off-peak seasons.  2. Money saving: taking up last minute deals – particularly for package holidays can save yourself some cash! 3. Last-minute apps: many apps like HotelQuickly have found a way to help many travellers to secure cheap and good hotel stays! The app provides same-day hotel bookings at a discounted price. Besides, HotelQuickly partners with more than 12,000 hotels and resorts to bring its members unbeatable rates on rooms within a seven-day booking window.

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CONS:1. Risky: it can be very risky to book your trip a day or two before, especially during peak seasons where rooms are snatched up pretty quick. 2. Lack of assurance: while it's common practice for most hotels to drop prices, there are some exceptions and there's really no assurance that a hotel will offer low prices, even during off-peak seasons.

Most importantly, whether you choose to book your hotel rooms late or early - remember to do what works best for you!

If you feel like you need the peace of mind of knowing you definitely have a hotel room booked, it is probably your best option to book in advance. While, if you don’t mind waiting until the last minute to try to save more money and don’t mind the uncertainty, you may find that waiting until the last minute to book a hotel is your best bet.

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THE SAYS x HOTELQUICKLY GIVEAWAY: Win a 3D2N stay for two at the AVANI Atrium Bangkok Hotel!

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AVANI Atrium Bangkok is a renowned 5-star hotel located along New Petchburi Road. It features a swimming pool, fitness centre and free Wi-Fi in all areas.

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The spacious guest rooms at AVANI Atrium Bangkok come with modern décor and large windows that offer views of the city. Each room is well-equipped with a minibar and TV with cable channels.

Excited yet? Here's how you can win this awesome getaway:

			1. Download the HotelQuickly app on iOS or Google Playstore. 2. Register as a user, redeem the voucher code 'SAYS', screenshot the 'Credit' page and embed the screenshot into the comment section of the giveaway post found HERE on the SAYS Facebook page. 3. Share this story on your own Facebook page with the caption “SAYS, I need to win the HotelQuickly 5-star stay!" Make sure it’s set to ‘Public’ so we can see it! Don't forget to tag SAYS in your caption too!

The ‘Credit’ page of the HotelQuickly app. Screenshot this and submit it as a comment on the SAYS FB page (look for the giveaway post).
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The 'SAYS' code is worth RM40 and valid for new users with only one time redemption.

Terms and conditions for the HotelQuickly giveaway:

			1. The giveaway will run from 10 March to 20 March 2016 and is only open to persons currently residing in Malaysia aged 18 and above. 2. Participants are required to fulfill all the listed requirements when submitting their entries. Incomplete entries will be disqualified. 3. SAYS reserves the right to disqualify entries that contain (a) content that endorses/promotes illegal or harmful activity; (b) violent, profane, vulgar, obscene, defamatory or otherwise objectionable material; (c) adult material; or (d) defamatory content.4. The winning entry will be selected randomly on 21 March 2016.5. The winner will be announced on Facebook on 22 March 2016 6. Winners will be contacted directly via Facebook and will be given 24 hours to respond. Should the winner fail to respond within the given time, the prize will be forfeited and the next best entry will take the place.7. The prize is personal and cannot be sold or transferred to someone else. If the winner does not or cannot accept the prize, it reverts back to SAYS and it is at our sole discretion to award the prize to another participant in this giveaway.8. No substitution or transfer of the prize is permitted. The prize may not be redeemed for cash. If due to circumstances beyond SAYS' control resulting in the inability to provide the prize, SAYS reserves the right to award, as substitute, a prize of equal value.

HotelQuickly is a mobile app that helps customers make last-minute hotel bookings at a discounted price of up to 70%. The app has expanded its network to over 16 countries across Asia!

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HotelQuickly is the leading last-minute hotel booking app in Asia-Pacific, offering discounted deals at highly rated hotels in 300 destinations. The app has partnered with more than 12,000 hotels and resorts to bring its members unbeatable rates on rooms within a seven-day booking window. Founded in March 2013, HotelQuickly was designed from scratch to allow mobile users to find and book top hotel deals in seconds.HotelQuickly is currently available in nine languages and 16 countries: Australia, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Myanmar, Macau, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.


This Breathtaking Indonesian Island Filled With Horses Is Only An Hour's Flight From Bali

An hour's flight east of Bali lies an Indonesian island where wild horses run free and white sandy beaches resemble paradise...

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Sumba has been left as one of the world's "secret" gems, while other popular holiday destinations like Lombok and Bali take the forefront for tourism

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Mata Yangu Waterfall, Sumba.
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Here are seven things to know about this magical island that could be your next escapade:

1. Horses have been a part of Sumba's cultural identity since the mid-18th century. They are often used in horse racing and at events.

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Sumba horses, generally known as Sandalwood Ponies, derive its name from the island's main export – sandalwood.Historically, Sumba was also known as Sandalwood Island or Sandal Island for its fragrant wood sought by Chinese noblemen.Unfortunately, most of the island has been deforested leaving patches of thin soil on limestone savannahs.

2. Unlike many Southeast Asian islands, Sumba isn't lush or green –  instead it's dry and arid

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Rather than having steep volcanoes like most Indonesian islands, Sumba's landscape is low and filled with limestone hills.Most of the land has been cleared for planting crops, such as maize and cassava, a root that looks similar to a sweet potato.

3. Many Sumbanese still live in traditional villages with thatched huts

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Scattered throughout the countryside are thatched traditional houses clustered around unique megalithic tombs, where villagers pay homage to their ancestors.Although Sumba is twice the size of Bali, it has only one-sixth of its population.Sumbanese are predominantly Catholics. However, there are also a number who practise animism.

4. Sumbanese celebrate the Pasola Jousting Festival, where they ride on horses and charge against each other with spears

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Pasola Jousting Festival is an annual tradition to welcome the new harvest. At the event, two groups of men charge at each other on horseback and try to hit their rivals with 'pasol' javelins or spears.The key is to also avoid getting hit themselves.

5. There are a few luxurious resorts on the island which cater to travellers looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life

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Some of which includes Nihi Sumba and Watukaka, among others. There are also several Airbnbs scattered throughout the island.

6. Sumba has several gorgeous spots to visit, such as Weekuri Lagoon, Bawana beach, Waimarang emerald pool, and Lapopu waterfall

Weekuri Lagoon.
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Air Terjun Waimarang.
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Kanabu Wai
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Many of Sumba's attractions have been preserved as a result of being less touristy compared to other islands.So, if you're looking for an adventure, you will definitely enjoy its beautiful treks and waterfalls. Two that should be checked out are Kanabu Wai and Tanggedu waterfalls.

7. Aside from waterfalls, other activities you can do are surfing, and immersing yourself in the local culture by visiting an ikat weaving factory and Sumba's traditional villages

Ikat is a dyeing technique used to pattern fabric.
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Rantenggaro Village
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There are tour packages that plan trips to different parts of the island. However, you can also choose to plan your own itinerary.

Have you heard of any other "hidden gems" to visit? Let us know in the comments section below!


Daughter Gifts Dad New Motorcycle After He Had To Sell His Old One To Pay For Her Studies

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Five years ago, a father in Terengganu had to sell his motorcycle to pay for his daughter's studies. While the motorcycle was a gift from his late wife, the father sacrificed his cherished possession for her future.

The father, Wan Razali Wan Mohd, shared that it was hard to let go of the motorcycle, but he had no choice as things were tough and there was no other way to come up with the money for his daughter's studies."I had no choice but to sell the motorcycle to a used vehicle agent for RM1,000," he told Harian Metro.According to Wan Razali, who turned 58 last month, he experienced intense sadness as the motorcycle had "sentimental value, wonderful memories, and one of the priceless gifts that my wife gave me".It was a Honda EX5 that his late wife gave him about 20 years ago on his birthday."...she knew I preferred riding a motorcycle ... when she died, I was jobless, but I needed to find ways to support my children," he shared, adding that his eldest daughter was about to enter college at the time.

Now, the daughter, having finished her studies and working, has gifted her father a new motorcycle share her rezeki (good fortune) with him

The daughter, Wan Nuraisyah, surprised him with the gift on 14 September to celebrate his 58th birthday.She posted a video on her TikTok account, @wanaisyahs009, where it has gone viral, showing how her father is not able to hold back his tears when he saw the new motorcycle.

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"My father has given up a lot, including the motorcycle given by my late mother, to ensure that I can continue my studies. I now have a job and a stable income," Nuraisyah shared.

An emotional Wan Razali said he was not expecting anything in return as whatever he did was his fatherly duty to provide for her

The father of two said he was overcome with sadness and gratitude when he saw the new motorcycle."I felt sad because my late wife gave me a motorcycle and now my daughter is doing the same. I do not expect anything in return (from my daughter) as it is my fatherly duty to provide for her," he added.

Watch the video here:

  @wanaisyahs009 Selamat ulangtahun 58 wira dihatiku  #fyp #strong  original sound - All About Music  - Aminda Chinika


This Milk Tea Shop In The Philipines Serves Up Bubble Tea Pearls On French Fries

Bubble tea pearls seem to have found its way into every kind of food now, from pizzas to steamboat.
What other possible dish would people add these pearls on next, you wonder?

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Presenting to you, bubble tea pearls on fries

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A bubble tea shop in Manila, Philippines called The Pearl Fajardo, recently introduced this new item to its menu

According to Mothership, the shop topped a box of fries with a liberal serving of pearls, calling this boba creation 'The Triple Treat'.

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They even encourage customers to eat them with a bubble tea drink.

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Facebook users seem understandably divided over this latest sweet and salty concoction

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This user wrote "That's right. Then finish the tomato sauce with the milk tea."

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While this user imagined the origin of the dish.

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The Facebook post that went up on Thursday, 10 October has gained over 9,800 shares.

To add to the confusion, the shop also serves curly fries with their avocado milk tea called 'Avocado Graham'

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If you ever find yourself in Manila, here is where you can find it:

Address:1666 J Fajardo St Sampaloc, ManilaOpening hours:11am – 11pm (Monday to Sunday)Find out more information on Facebook.

Check out our SAYS Makan Guide for more yummy places to eat and Like our new SAYS Makan Facebook if you're a big foodie like us!

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Did You Know: The Phrase "Add Oil" Has Been In The Oxford English Dictionary Since 2016?

People in parts of Southeast Asia have been getting excited over the inclusion of the Chinglish phrase "add oil" in the Oxford English Dictionary (OED)

A direct translation of the Cantonese "ga yao" or "jiayou" in Mandarin, "add oil" is supposedly a metaphor for injecting fuel into a tank. Alternatively, it could mean stepping on an accelerator to propel a vehicle forward, according to South China Morning Post.

A screenshot of the entry, provided by the author.
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The discovery was supposedly made by Hugo Tseng, who is an associate professor with Soochow University, Taiwan. He revealed the finding in a column with Hong Kong's Apple Daily on Sunday, 14 October.

However, the phrase has been in the OED since March 2016!

That little bit was pointed out by OED head of US dictionaries Katherine Connor Martin on Twitter.

Yes, 'add oil' is in the @oed, but it was added in March 2016, not October 2018. The phrase is mentioned in this post about the March 2016 update: https://t.co/HLJsAwEXyL— Katherine Connor Martin (@kconnormartin) October 17, 2018

Although the actual entry cannot be verified, the phrase comes up on OED's "Appeals" section where they appeal to the public for assistance in getting evidence of a word's existence.The entry, dated 17 May 2016, asked for "definitive evidence" of the word prior to 2005. The post also indicates that "a 1964 antedating supplied by Bryn has been verified" - though it is unclear who Bryn is.

With that, here's to more localised phrases getting their rightful spots in any and every dictionary

In a post marking its 90th anniversary, OED World English Editor Danica Salazar said:"[OED's Third Edition] acknowledges that with the current status of English as a world language, no longer is British English to be regarded as the dominant form of English – it is only one of the many individual varieties of the language that share a common lexical core but develop their own unique vocabularies."In the same entry, Salazar lists a number of words that have already been accepted into the dictionary: kebaya, gamelan, nasi goreng, Singapore's HDB, "sabo", and foods we all know like "char siu", "yum cha", and even "chilli crab".

In 2016, the OED accepted "mamak" and "kopitiam" into its ranks:

                Oxford Dictionary Just Added A Bunch Of Malaysia's Favourite Words To Its Latest Edition

Students, you can now use these words in your English essays. ;)

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"You Should Stay" - Rafizi Pens Open Letter To Khairy Following A Mass Exodus In UMNO

Earlier today, 14 December, a letter signed by six UMNO Members of Parliament (MPs) surfaced online, stating their desire to leave the party

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The resignations of these MPs follow the mass exodus in Sabah UMNO, which is now led by Datuk Bung Moktar.

In response to the departures, Rembau MP Khairy Jamaluddin had been calling out a few now-independent politicians for their 'hypocrisy'

"During the UMNO presidential election, Sabah supported (Datuk Seri Dr.) Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. During the (party) general assembly, (Tan Sri) Pandikar Amin called me a traitor because I criticised Zahid," Khairy wrote in a tweet today. "The other day, Pandikar decided to quit UMNO," he added.

Masa pemilihan, Sabah solid untuk Zahid. Masa Perhimpunan Agung Pandikar Amin Mulia dalam perbahasan menyerang saya sebagai si tanggang sebab kritik Zahid. Kelmarin Pandikar keluar UMNO. Sekadar FYI sahaja. https://t.co/xSGcUyvqHL— Khairy Jamaluddin (@Khairykj) December 14, 2018

Or the party will be led by kleptocrat-supporting, lebai-loving carrot heads. Could go either way, right now. https://t.co/L8uD9kV6Yd— Khairy Jamaluddin (@Khairykj) December 13, 2018

In light of the resignations, former Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli penned an open letter to Khairy today, advising him to remain in UMNO

Saya jarang berutus surat dengan lelaki.Hari ini, saya menulis surat kepada @Khairykj secara terbuka mengenai kemelut ahli-ahli parlimen UMNO yang melompat meninggalkan parti.Baca di:https://t.co/atQ9AsQCkP pic.twitter.com/QpWfETwiw6— Rafizi Ramli (@rafiziramli) December 14, 2018

In the letter, Rafizi sympathised with Khairy regarding the UMNO mass exodus."No leader who loves his party would not be affected when elected representatives exit the party," the former PKR vice-president wrote. "However, you should stay in UMNO because I believe that the people and our country deserves an honest and sincere Opposition," Rafizi added.

Rafizi also "prayed" that UMNO realises its problems that led to their rejection by Malaysians

"I might not agree with the actions or opinions of the Opposition, but I value its importance to maintain the welfare of the people," Rafizi wrote in the letter. The former Pandan MP also comforted Khairy regarding the exodus. "The days, weeks, and months to come might be gloomy for you and those who really want to help the people using UMNO's platform," Rafizi wrote, before adding that the remaining UMNO leaders have to make a few changes to stay relevant."The leaders who stay have to fear God, reject bribes, appeal to people with racial harmony, be progressive, and be truthful," he added.

Rafizi, Nurul Izzah, and Khairy at their recent lunch.
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The ex-PKR vice-president also acknowledged that his opinion might attract criticisms

"However, it is our duty (to speak up) so that people will keep doing so, regardless of how hard it gets," Rafizi wrote. "You're the hope of youths who want to see a better and more peaceful political climate in Malaysia," he added, before appealing to Khairy again to stay in UMNO.

Meanwhile, Khairy seems unlikely to leave UMNO as he voiced his support for fresh polls in the party today

Agreed. Immediate party election. https://t.co/KurXWrOUYH— Khairy Jamaluddin (@Khairykj) December 14, 2018

Khairy also cheekily responded to Rafizi's "diva" open letter to him."Next time just whisper to me during lunch. This open letter is so 'diva'," he wrote.

Lain kali bisik la masa lunch. Diva betul open letter ni. — Khairy Jamaluddin (@Khairykj) December 14, 2018

You can read Rafizi's letter to Khairy in full here.

Catch up on the mass departure in Sabah UMNO here:

                Bung Moktar Is Now Sabah UMNO Chief After Every Other MP Left The Party

Other members have announced their decision to become independent in support of the Pakatan Harapan government.

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Lebih 4k Perkongsian Di FB, Gadis Ini Kongsi Itinerari Menarik 4H3M Ke Kashmir. Simple!

Jika anda mempunyai perancangan untuk bercuti tapi masih belum tahu nak pergi ke mana, anda boleh masukkan Kashmir, India dalam senarai pendek tempat percutian yang ingin anda kunjungi!

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Menerusi Facebook, seorang gadis yang dikenali sebagai Noor Amalina telah berkongsi tentang itinerari (DIY) dan tips berguna jika anda ada perancangan untuk bercuti ke Kashmir nanti.Baca perkongsian penuh Noor Amalina di bawah:

Kashmir merupakan tempat yang memang boleh dipanggil sebagai tourist-friendly!

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Gambar lelaki Kashmir
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Gambar wanita Kashmir
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Kashmir sangat tourist friendly sebab ekonomi penduduk tempatan bergantung dengan tourism. Kebanyakannya fasih berbahasa inggeris.Kami pergi masa low season (winter) jadi kos keseluruhan agak murah. Kalau datang masa peak season (Julai - Ogos) mungkin kos lebih mahal.

1. Itinerari untuk ke Kashmir

Day 1 - Delhi - SrinagarDay 2 - Pahalgam (mini Swiss)Day 3 - Sonamarg (Glacier)Day 4 - Srinagar - DelhiBiasanya orang lain 5 hari 4 malam, ada sehari lagi ke Gulmarg (ski & gondola). Kami 4 hari je sebab 4 hari sebelum tu kami ke Delhi & Agra.

Pemandangan di Sonamarg
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2. Tiket penerbangan dan VISA

KL - Delhi kami naik Malindo (RM 600 seorang/return). Kemudian ke Kashmir (Srinagar) dengan Indigo (RM 400 seorang/return). Kami pilih Indigo sebab dah include luggage 15kg tapi kena tukar terminal. Boleh tengok jugak Air India, ada luggage & tak perlu tukar terminal.Kalau sampai Delhi malam & flight ke Srinagar pagi seterusnya boleh stay kat airport je. Ada banyak kerusi nak tidur (tak boleh baring) & tempat nak charge phone pun ada.Sebaiknya biar ada gap yang lama untuk flight seterusnya. Flight kami Srinagar - Delhi delay dalam 2 jam jugak tanpa notis. Nasib baik flight ke KL tu malam.Jangan lupa buat visa India RM 180. Details kat sini:https://www.indianhighcommission.com.my/visa_service_new.ht…

3. Internet

Kalau nak ke Kashmir je tak perlu beli simkad bila sampai Delhi sebab sampai Kashmir simkad tu tak boleh guna pun. Cari accommodation yang ada wifi.Jangan lupa bawa adapter & extension untuk charging. Bawa extension sebab senang nak charge semua sekali.

4. Penginapan

Boathouse sangat terkenal di Kashmir. Nak yang murah kat area Dal Lake. Nak fancy kat Negin Lake. Kami dapat harga 1200 rupees (RM 75) 3 malam untuk triple room & private bathroom. Untuk ke boathouse tu kena naik shikara (boat).Boleh book kat booking.com. Kekurangan boathouse yang kami stay ni limited electricity & hot water. On pada masa tertentu je. Menggigil jugak bila suhu negatif.Kalau nak merasa duduk boathouse boleh la untuk 1 malam saja. Lepas tu boleh duduk kat area bandar je. Senang nak jalan-jalan kat bandar. Lagipun bila dah malam susah nak dapat boat/shikara nak balik boathouse.

5. Pengangkutan

Pengangkutan awam di Kashmir. Lebih murah dah menjimatkan!
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1. Airport transferDari airport ke hotel boleh arrange siap-siap dengan pihak accommodation. Mereka akan tunggu dengan nama kat arrival. Kami kena charge 1200 rupees (RM 75) return. Airport ke bandar dalam 40 minit.Masa nak balik tu pergi ke airport awal. Airport kecik tapi banyak check point & queue panjang.2. Sekitar bandarUntuk di sekitar bandar boleh naik tuk-tuk, 50 rupees (RM 3) per trip. Kalau jauh sikit dalam 10 km, 100 rupees (RM 6)3. Sekitar Dal LakeUntuk ulang-alik bandar ke boathouse naik shikara 50 rupees (RM 3) per trip. Untuk pusing Dal Lake semasa sunset, kami dapat harga 150 rupees (RM 9) untuk 2 jam4. Pahalgam & SonamargUntuk ke tempat yang jauh boleh ambik teksi kat Tourist Taxi Stand (depan Dal Lake). Mereka dah letak harga tapi boleh runding lagi. Harga yg kami dapat hari tu 1800 rupees (RM 110) per trip. Driver teksi ni merangkap tour guide sekali. Jadi banyak info pasal Kashmir dia cerita.Kat Pahalgam & Sonamarg ni kena naik kuda. Harga dalam 850 - 1200 rupees (RM 52 - RM 75) seorang, tak termasuk tips.

Gambar di atas merupaka Salim & Azad, mereka ni tolong tarik kuda, ambik gambar etc. Dah habis trip tu kena bagi tips sikit. Kat sana semua servis kena bagi tips.
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6. Ole-ole untuk keluarga dan rakan. Ini penting bila pergi bercuti ya!

Hari ahad kedai banyak tutup. Pada hari-hari biasa, kedai mula buka pukul 10 am, tutup seawal 7 pm. Ada juga peniaga & kedai tepi jalan yang buka sampai 9 pm. Biasanya boleh bargain sampai half price dari harga asal tapi kalau kedai wholesale, memang dah fixed price.Ada local market (paling murah), tourist market & floating market (paling mahal). Benda yang famous & murah kat Kashmir ni saffron, shawl pashmina, kehwa tea, "papier mache" & khasmiri embroidery.Kalau nak beli fridge magnet & keychain beli dengan peniaga kat tempat naik shikara Dal Lake je, harga lebih murah dari kat kedai.

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7. Makan-makan

99% muslim jadi tak perlu risau makan. Macam-macam ada. Ada juga accommodation yang sediakan homemade food dengan bayaran tambahan. Nak jimat lagi bawa maggi & brahim, boleh masak kat boathouse.

8. Akhir sekali, contact person yang anda boleh hubungi ketika di Kashmir :)

Encik Feroz yang merupakan pemandu teksi Noor Amalina ketika di sana
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Akhir kata, siapa yang nak plan awal tu boleh whatsapp je Encik Feroz ni. Dia pun ada boathouse jugak. Kami naik teksi dia untuk 2 hari. Reliable.

Seronok bukan? Anda boleh gunakan itinerari ini jika anda ingin bercuti ke Kashmir bersama keluarga. Lebih mudah dan menjimatkan! :)

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Bawa kereta sendiri pun best! :)

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"Jadi Akuarium" - Cuak Nampak Roadblock JPJ, Lelaki Ini Sampai Cabut Tinted Kereta

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Kebiasaannya, kereta yang baru keluar akan di tinted bagi mengelapkan sedikit cermin dan juga untuk mengelak dari cahaya matahari

Namun begitu, setiap orang perlulah mengikut peratusan daripada JPJ kegelapan cermin mereka jika mahu lebih gelap lagi.Hal ini kerana, jika mereka tidak mengikut peratusan yang ditetapkan, mereka mungkin akan berdepan masalah dan juga disaman.Tetapi, lain pula dengan video ini yang memaparkan seorang lelaki mencabut tinted keretanya kerana cuak berdepan roadblock telah mencuri perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @nashnina ada jpj gais#fyp  nhạc nền - FUNNY_v7

Terus cabut tinted lepas nampak roadblock

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan dua orang lelaki sedang berada di dalam kereta untuk menuju ke tempat yang tidak diketahui.Namun, tiba-tiba mereka ternampak sekatan jalan raya semasa dalam perjalanan. Perkara itu membuatkan si pemandu cuak kerana cermin sebelahnya yang gelap. Dia kemudian terus mencabut tinted tersebut tanpa memikirkan apa.Lihat video sambungan di bawah:

  @nashnina Balas kepada @zareefshah23 ni je yg sempat rakam#fyp #limbangsarawak  nhạc nền - FUNNY_v7

"Nasib tinted diy baru RM12, kena tinted kedai nangis tak berlagu" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat lelaki itu dan faham akan situasinya.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 1.2M views, 63.2K likes dan 964 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Cuak terus member bila nampak JPJ ya :P

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