"I Left My 5-Figure Salary" - Successful M'sians Share How They Became Insurance Agents

When it comes to becoming an insurance agent, many Malaysians don’t usually see it as their first career option

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For fresh grads, it may not seem like a job that they studied for. Those with a stable job might also feel like going into insurance is a financial risk. Besides that, being an insurance agent still comes with the social stigma that people will stay away from you.

However, being an insurance agent does come with its benefits. Not only are the hours flexible, insurance is something that will always be in demand, making it a pandemic proof kind of job. Besides that, joining insurance gives you the opportunity to fast track your career while helping others.Read on to find out more about becoming an insurance agent with Prudential or visit their website.

In collaboration with Prudential, we spoke to three successful Malaysians from different backgrounds who became insurance agents:

1. As a fresh grad coming back from the UK, Veronne Leow decided to pave her own career path instead of taking the conventional way

Hailing from Penang, 26-year-old Veronne Leow has been a Prudential agent for four years. When she first graduated, she wanted to join a big multinational corporation (MNC) to gain experience. But after talking to friends and seniors, she realised it would be a struggle and take a long time to climb the corporate ladder.

"I thought to myself, 'How long will it take me to earn my first million if I'm employed?' I wanted a fast track, and that's why I chose insurance."

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Coming back as a fresh graduate from overseas, she had lost contact with most of her friends, and had to basically start from ground zero. Nevertheless, she never stopped reaching out to people and provided good service to build her customer base.Within a short span of four years, Veronne overcame the odds and made her first million ringgit. She also qualified for Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)*, a prestigious mark of excellence for those in insurance."During this pandemic, I feel lucky to be in this industry. While I've heard of friends getting pay cuts and retrenchment, Prudential has provided us with a digital platform to help us continue doing our sales remotely. Compared to my peers, I think I'm doing quite well. Some of them still don't know what they want to do with their career. "

At just 26 years old, Veronne is already far ahead of the curve. She's enjoying her career in insurance, while earning a fulfilling income.

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"It's a joy to fight for your goals and still have the chance to spend quality time with your family, friends, and colleagues. But the most fulfilling thing about being an insurance agent is the opportunity to help others.""One of my college mates bought medical insurance with me in October 2017. Within the next few months, she had to go in the hospital three times because of appendicitis, uterus cyst, and kidney stones. I'm happy that most of my customers are healthy, but in cases like this, she was so lucky that she got her insurance in time and was able to claim. And I'm glad I was able to be there for her through it all."

2. After being a banker and running her own businesses, Raja Norlyza started again from scratch, despite not having her family's support

A serial entrepreneur at heart, Raja had 16 years of experience as a banker before opening her own laundry business and becoming a wedding planner. In 2009, she joined as a Prudential agent, but was met with disapproval from her family members.

"My biggest struggle was not having the support of my family. Nevertheless, I gave myself a time frame of 12 months to prove to them that I made the right decision."

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Within a year, Raja made great progress. Seeing how her income grew, her family began to gain confidence in her and supported her all the way. Now, 11 years later, Raja shares how she got to where she is today."What really helped me grow as a Takaful consultant was the MDRT mentor and mentee programme. Being able to learn from someone who was ahead of me in their journey made me realise I'm not in this alone. The training and branding guidance from PRUEntrepreneur also allowed me to progress to where I am today."

Besides earning a side income, Raja shared that the main reason why she went into Takaful was to help more people

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"My most memorable experience was helping my customer's family when he passed away. As the breadwinner of the family, he left behind his wife and four children. While his coverage with Prudential wasn't much, he bought a few other insurance through telemarketing, and I went the extra mile to help the family settle all these claims.""It wasn't an easy time. I regretted not giving my customer a higher coverage, but the wife was so appreciative of me. I really felt that my job as an insurance agent was made more meaningful because of this."According to Raja, anyone can become an insurance agent, whether you're self-employed, a fresh graduate, or an employee. While the income is a great benefit, she says that nothing feels better than having the opportunity to help others when they need it the most.

3. Professional engineer Ee Kah Teik left his five-figure salary to pursue a whole new career as an insurance agent

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As an engineer, Kah Teik was already at the peak of his career by age 30, earning more than RM120k each year and reporting directly to the managing director. However, that's when he decided to leave his job and become an insurance agent with Prudential."Although I was grateful for the pay and benefits at my job, I realised I was at a bottleneck in my career, with no path to grow. At the same time, my working hours were long and I had to travel a lot, often neglecting my children and family."Upon joining Prudential, Kah Teik managed to qualify for Star Club within a year and the prestigious MDRT within three and a half years of going full-time.

"I often get asked why I resigned and went into insurance. My response is always, 'Why not? Insurance is an exciting industry!'"

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"As an insurance agent, I have a big task of helping people plan their wealth, which means I need to consistently equip myself with up-to-date knowledge. Just like how doctors give medical advice, we provide financial advice based on customers' dreams and goals. Every person has different goals, which makes our job challenging and exciting.""Thankfully, PRUEntrepreneur has provided me with continuous learning, as well as opportunities to excel. The MDRT mentor and Mentee programme allowed me to learn from great leaders who are consistent MDRT qualifiers, while giving me a chance to mentor others as well."

For Kah Teik, his happiest moments are when he gains the trust of his customers and is able to help them in their time of need

"For me, when someone I'm meeting for the first time signs a lifelong policy with me, the feeling is fantastic! It shows how much they believe in the agent and company to protect their best interests. I also love it when I'm able to deliver claims to clients upon successful processing. Just a word of thanks from them can light up my day."

Whether you’re job hunting, looking for greener pastures, or want to earn a side income, being a Prudential insurance agent could be the right step for you

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As shown by the stories of Veronne, Raja, and Kah Teik, you can find success in insurance no matter what background you come from. Here are a few benefits of becoming an insurance agent:It's a pandemic proof kind of jobEven during COVID-19, many customers evaluated and increased their insurance coverage with Prudential. This shows how important insurance is to Malaysians.It's flexibleYou can choose to work from home, meet customers via video call, or meet up with them in person - the choice is yours. The hours are also flexible, which means you can arrange your own schedule to meet your financial goals.It's fulfilling and purposefulAs an insurance agent, you're not just selling a product. You get the opportunity to give your customers peace of mind with protection, while helping them achieve their life goals and milestones.

Prudential Malaysia CEO Gan Leong Hin shares how Prudential is able to help you achieve your future goals:

"At Prudential, we offer more than just a platform and the chance for you to become your own boss. Joining a new industry can be challenging, but at the same time, it also means new learning opportunities!That’s why our comprehensive training and development programmes such as Entrepreneur Development Programme and PRUVenture are designed to help you start right in this industry, no matter your background or experience.We are here not just to help you change your future, but to take charge of it. Plus, we also want you to achieve your best – to maximise your potential and accomplish your aspirations. So, what are you waiting for?"

If you're just starting out or worried about transitioning, Prudential offers elite fast track programmes to help you jumpstart your career. Find out more here.

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- Enjoy training and mentorship support from a dedicated team of industry professionals- Make the most of an income booster plan to support your career transition- Be part of a tried and proven success model formula proprietary to Prudential, allowing you to reach the MDRT standard for a promising career path*Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) is recognised internationally as the standard of excellence in the life insurance and financial services business. To be part of MDRT, insurance agents have to achieve a minimum amount of commission, income, or premium, while adhering to strict ethical standards. Find out more about MDRT.

Wondering how suitable you are to become an insurance agent? Take this personality test on Prudential’s website to find out more!

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Visit The City Of Elmina Launch Carnival, Enjoy Delicious Food, And More This Weekend

This Spotlight is sponsored by Sime Darby Property.

The City of Elmina Launch Carnival is probably one of the most exciting events you can visit this month

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Sime Darby Property is having a Launch Carnival at their City of Elmina township, situated in the heart of the Selangor Vision City in Shah Alam. Here are the details:Date: 30 June 2018Time: 10am - 5pmVenue: Elmina Pavilion, Persiaran Eserina, Elmina East, Sek U16, 40160 Shah Alam, Selangor. (Click here for directions)

Check out some of the cool stuff you can do there:

1. Strike a pose for Instagram at the iconic “Sakura Walk”

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We have our very own 'sakura' trees in Malaysia too - and you can find them along the lakeside in Elmina Green 21-acre park! These local 'cherry blossoms' are called tecoma flowers, and they are a special feature in Elmina Green - the City of Elmina's newest precinct. Experience this iconic “Sakura Walk” at the carnival, put on a kimono, and take as many shots as you want for that #ootd!

2. Watch your coloured fish come to life in the interactive aquarium

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Get ready to be blown away by the interactive aquarium at the Launch Carnival. There are multiple colouring books of cute ocean creatures for your kids to exercise their creativity. After they're done colouring, just sit back with them and watch their creations come to life in the aquarium.

3. Feast at the Launch Carnival's buffet area

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Come with an empty tummy because you'll get to enjoy a yummy buffet prepared by Sime Darby's very own catering service. Food will be served throughout the carnival, so you can be sure you won't go hungry here!

4. Join in the fun at the carnival's many game booths and performances

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There'll be clowns with balloons, stilt walkers like those seen in the circus, and many games booths that will keep you entertained for the whole day! You can test your skills with the classic slingshot and ring toss games to see if you can win one of the prizes on display. There'll also be a mini petting zoo and fish-scooping game for pet lovers.

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5. Go on a tour around the beautiful City of Elmina

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Want to see and experience the township for yourself? Hop on any of the shuttle buses for an informational guided tour of the whole City of Elmina. You'll get to see everything from the current residential and commercial developments in the township, the newly completed Elmina Community Park, and Sime Darby Property's future development plans for the area.

This carnival is held in conjunction with two new launches happening in the City of Elmina

Sime Darby Property will be launching two new residential developments in the City of Elmina with special rebates of up to 6% during the carnival:

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Elmina Green Phase 1BThis new phase of the Elmina Green area features a series of double-storey link homes situated right next to a 21-acre park. This allows residents easy access to the jogging paths and cycling tracks found in the park. The units are huge as well, each coming with four bedrooms and bathrooms each, and is designed for multi-generational living. Price starts from RM617,088*.

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Semanea HillsWhat makes the homes in Semanea Hills stand out is its open living concept. The living, dining, and kitchen areas are integrated to give the homes a modern design, with louvers and half-opened shutters for comfortable natural lighting. This final instalment of landed homes in the mature Denai Alam township enjoys easy access through the Guthrie Corridor Expressway and upcoming Damansara-Shah Alam Highway (DASH). Price starts from RM792,850* for the superlink homes; and RM1,442,360* for the semi-detached ones.*All pricing listed are after 7% Bumiputera discount and early signing rebates.

Find out more about the City of Elmina Launch Carnival on Sime Darby Property's website or call 03-78312253

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You can also RSVP for the carnival here.

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“Biadap” - Perangai Pengantin Lelaki Ketika Majlis Sanding Ini Jadi Pertikaian Ramai

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Hari pernikahan merupakan hari paling bahagia buat pasangan pengantin

Iyalah, dapat menjalinkan hubungan yang sah dengan kekasih yang anda sayangi. Selepas diijabkabulkan, sudah tentunya ada majlis sanding untuk meraikan pasangan pengantin.Baru-baru ini, sebuah video TikTok telah tular di Twitter yang memaparkan pengantin lelaki membuat perangai semasa majlis persandingannya telah mencuri tumpuan. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

aku mah mending mahar 500rb yang penting lakinya punya etika dan bisa menghargai wanitanya. pic.twitter.com/voyYC7V9QI— elvira (@elvira0197) July 18, 2022

Selamba mencampak duit sebanyak RM29K atas pelamin

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan pasangan pengantin dari negara seberang itu sedang mengadakan majlis sanding mereka.Apa yang lebih mengejutkan adalah apabila pengantin lelaki dilihat mencampak duit sebanyak 100 juta rupiah bersamaan RM29K atas pelamin. Gayanya yang angkuh itu membuatkan ramai pertikaikan perangai sebenarnya. Bukan setakat itu, dia juga dilihat merokok dan bergaya seperti gangster sehingga membuatkan ramai takut padanya. Isterinya dilihat hanya mampu tersenyum apabila jalan beriringan sebelahnya. Setelah dikecam pelbagai pihak, pihak jurugambar mereka mengeluarkan kenyataan yang perkara itu hanya lakonan dan konsep majlis persandingan mereka saja.

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"100 juta tuh gada apa apanya ya dibanding harga diri si cewe dan keluarga" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 3.6M views, 14K retweets, 27K quote tweets, 67K likes di Twitter, rata-rata netizen turut mengecam pengantin lelaki berkenaan.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

dibesarin ortu penuh kasih sayang, mahal mahal di sekolahin, jadi harapan keluarga, eh direndahin cowo cuma krn dapet mahar 100jt. 100jt tuh gada apa apanya ya dibanding harga diri si cewe dan keluarga.— dasha (@deffunte) July 18, 2022

Makan tuh harga diri. Kalau sembako pada naik bisa dibeli pakai harga diri?— zier (@sunuzier) July 18, 2022

Dikira keren kali ya?Hey kisanak, anda itu sedang menikah, bukan bayar lonte— PAK ERTE Jualan Keripik | Cakep! (@olenmask) July 18, 2022

Mungkin dia mau vibesnya kek peaky blinders yah, tapi jadi kek penagih utang nikahin anak yg punya utang— Unknown- (@urmighty_) July 18, 2022

MINIMAL MANDI LAH SEBELUM NIKAH BANG—  (@Jejeandr21) July 18, 2022

Mirip tokoh di Lookism pic.twitter.com/9dHW30gDDz— Sasa (@cinnamongirlc) July 18, 2022

Lakinya lg ngecosplay ato gmn sih wkwk pic.twitter.com/b5sR0QHj6q— Luna/Lewdna (@closetedfemb) July 18, 2022

lah siapa tau emng kosep nikahan mereka kyk gitu dan dah minta ijin ke ortu juga buat gitu wkwkwk. no one knows— kay (@gundamnyadia) July 18, 2022

Nggak habis pikir sih kalau keluarganya mengijinkan konsep kayak gitu. Kalau posisinya di keluarga saya, nggak bakal setuju sih.— Prau  (@rfz281) July 18, 2022

Kayaknya dia merasa "keren banget gue" kancing kerah dibuka, sambil ngerokok wajah di songong songongin berasa jadi ketua mafia kali— sarah (@squidwardmalang) July 18, 2022

Ini kalau kat Malaysia, memang keluarga tak approve. Buat malu kampung je :P

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KFC Is Now Offering Contactless Delivery And Enforcing Additional Precautionary Measures

This Spotlight is sponsored by KFC.

In response to the escalating COVID-19 situation and the recent Movement Control Order (MCO), KFC is taking extra measures to ensure the health and safety of its customers and team members

Like many other restaurants, KFC has suspended its dine-in services, but is continuing to provide Malaysians with meals prepared fresh daily through delivery, drive-thru, and takeaway services.

They have also implemented the following additional precautionary measures to ensure cleanliness and safety for all:

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			1. Increased sanitising frequency2. Proper and frequent hand washing3. Frequent health checks on team members4. Providing hand sanitisers5. Using sanitised delivery bags6. Providing sealed takeaway bags for delivery7. Making sure that their delivery riders observe proper hygiene8. Contactless delivery option9. Allowing customers to order online and pick up with Self Collect

Throughout this MCO period, you can still satisfy your fried chicken cravings by ordering KFC via the new Contactless Delivery option

Step 1: Log on via the KFC app or websiteStep 2: Select delivery, add meals to cart, and proceed to checkoutStep 3: Select Contactless Delivery

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Step 4: Make online payment via debit/credit card. Cash payments are not available for Contactless Delivery.Step 5: A KFC rider will call you for food drop-off arrangements

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Step 6: The rider will leave your food at the discussed upon drop-off pointStep 7: The rider will maintain a distance of at least one metre while you collect your food

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Step 8: Pick up your order without any contact with the rider

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Alternatively, you can also get your favourite KFC meals via Self Collect, Drive-Thru or Takeaway

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Self CollectStep 1: Log on via the KFC app or website. Select KFC store, collection date, and time.Step 2: Make cashless payment online. Cash payments are not available.Step 3: Collect your food at your selected KFC outlet by showing your order confirmation to the cashier.

To encourage people to stay home and opt for delivery services instead, KFC is offering RM10 off delivery orders. Just use this promo code: JIMAT10

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Let's all do our part in ensuring the health and safety of all Malaysians by staying home gais!

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KPJ Healthcare Staff & His Friend Arrested For Intentionally Desecrating Deepavali Kolam

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Two people have been arrested over a viral video showing one of them stepping on and intentionally desecrating a kolam (also called rangoli), a Hindu auspicious decorative pattern, at a private hospital in Selangor

They were arrested after they presented themselves at the North Klang district police headquarters to have their statements recorded on Sunday night, 30 October, according to ACP Vijaya Rao.Both have been remanded for three days.Prior to the arrests, the video of the duo's action had been circulating online over the weekend, showing a KPJ Klang Specialist Hospital staff member clad in baju Melayu and songkok walking over the kolam.

File photo of North Klang district police chief ACP Vijaya Rao.
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The man's actions caused huge public outcry with the incident being investigated for causing disharmony, feelings of enmity, and hatred

Among the many to voice out was MUDA president Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, who had earlier called for a two-day public holiday for Deepavali to allow Malaysian Indians to celebrate the major Hindu festival.In a tweet carrying the video, the former youth and sports minister called the man's act of desecrating the kolam "unacceptable behaviour" and urged people to respect every religion and race.

Unacceptable behaviour. Malaysia is blessed with diversity. We must celebrate diversity.We must also respect every religion and race. pic.twitter.com/esQELD8EyY— Syed Saddiq (@SyedSaddiq) October 30, 2022

Following the outcry, KPJ Healthcare Berhad issued a statement, saying it has suspended the duo at its Klang Specialist Hospital

In the statement as reported in Free Malaysia Today yesterday, 31 October, KPJ Healthcare said it does not condone such acts, adding that the incident "in no way reflects its culture, values, or practices"."We would like to publicly apologise to all Malaysians, particularly to the Indian community, with regard to a video that has gone viral over an incident at one of our hospitals. We are disheartened by the irresponsible actions of these individuals and they have been suspended pending further investigation," it added.

Meanwhile, the person who made the kolam and works at the same hospital, expressed his gratitude to Malaysians for their support

In a statement reported by Malay Mail, the person said that he would like to thank every individual who spoke up about the issue, regardless of religion and race, and asked everyone to stay peaceful.

Screenshot of the viral video showing the hospital staff member dececrating the kolam.
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Berjaya Kumpul RM19k Duit Kahwin Dalam 5 Bulan, Wanita Dedah Tips 'Spiritual' Murah Rezeki

Setiap daripada kita perlu sedar bahawa rezeki yang diterima datangnya daripada Allah SWT. Malah tidak ada satu bentuk rezeki yang tidak termasuk dalam kurniaan Allah SWT.

Memang benar, kita berusaha untuk mendapatkan rezeki, namun usaha itu bergantung sepenuhnya kepada ketentuan Allah SWT.Firman Allah SWT dalam al-Quran bermaksud:

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Menyedari hakikat itu, setiap Muslim perlu beriman kerana kepada Allah SWT sahajalah selayaknya kurniaan rezeki kita itu dipohon.Bukan itu sahaja, kita juga perlu bersabar dalam memohon rezeki daripadaNya yang dikenali dengan Ar-Razzaq. Ini kerana Allah SWT akan mengurniakan rezeki kepada sesiapa saja yang dikehendakiNya asalkan hamba itu berusaha mendapatkan rezeki yang dihajati.

Seperti yang diceritakan seorang wanita perihal bagaimana dia merasakan dirinya dimurahkan rezeki setelah mengamalkan beberapa perkara tatkala sedang menabung untuk hari perkahwinannya

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Menerusi laman Twitter, wanita yang bernama Shahfika Ahmad itu telah berkongsikan tips kejayaan dirinya yang berjaya mengumpul duit kahwin sehingga RM19 ribu dalam tempoh 5 bulan. Menurut Shahfika, dia menyatakan bahawa penyumbang utama dia serta keluarganya dimurahkan rezeki adalah disebabkan caranya mengamalkan wirid serta doa Al-Mathurat. Pada masa yang sama, menjaga hubungan dengan Allah SWT serta tanggungjawab terhadap keluarga juga tidak dia abaikan.

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Image via Twitter @ShahfikAhmad

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Those yang tanya which Mathurat aku baca, aku baca yang ni. Dah 7 tahun dah Mathurat ni. RM1 je. Certain ayat kena repeat 3 kali tapi aku repeat 3 Qul je.
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Menurut Shahfika lagi, demi mencapai sasarannya, selain sentiasa beringat, dia juga terpaksa mengawal diri daripada membazir dan menggunakan wang yang ada membeli benda-benda yang tidak perlu. Di samping itu dia turut membuat pengiraan bajet serta kos perbelanjaan perkahwinan.Satu lagi perkara yang diamalkan Shahfika adalah berbuat baik kepada haiwan yang dipercayai juga merupakan punca rezeki mencurah ke atas dirinya. Pada masa yang sama, perlu tanam sikap positif dalam diri yang haruslah seiring dengan doa kedua ibu bapa.

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Mengakui gajinya sebagai seorang jurutera tidak mencecah RM2,000 namun Shahfika tetap menerima rezeki yang tidak disangka-sangka dirinya. Disebabkan itu, dia telah mengingatkan orang ramai agar sentiasa bersyukur dengan segala nikmat yang dikurniakan Allah SWT.

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Pada masa yang sama, Shahfika telah berkongsikan juga beberapa amalan sunat yang boleh dilakukan orang ramai bagi mendapat keberkatan sekali gus boleh dimurahkan rezeki dan dipermudahkan urusan hidup.

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Ketika ditanya oleh seorang warganet, Shahfika menyatakan bahawa dalam tempoh dia mengumpul duit kahwinnya, dia telah dimurahkan rezeki dengan mendapat bonus, kenaikan gaji serta lain-lain insentif.

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Betul, apa-apa yang kita idamkan perlu disusuli dengan usaha, doa dan tawakal. Ingat tu!

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Dr Zaliha Becomes First M'sian Health Minister To Chair A WHO Executive Board Meeting

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Dr Zaliha Mustafa has made history by becoming the first Malaysian Health Minister to chair the 152nd World Health Organization (WHO) executive meeting, held in Geneva, Switzerland

According to a Twitter post by Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah who was also in attendance at the meeting, Zaliha chaired the WHO Executive Board meeting agenda item 13.1 & 13.2 on poliomyelitis eradication, polio transition planning, and polio post-certification."It's the first time in history. This is one of the main achievements of Dr Zaliha, who is on her first official visit abroad since being appointed as Health Minister," Noor Hisham wrote.This comes after the Malaysian Health Minister was appointed vice-president of the WHO executive board, representing the Western-Pacific region for 2023 and 2024."It is an honour and privilege," Zaliha said in a Facebook post.The meeting will be held from 31 January to 7 February.

Zaliha (left) posing for a photo with chairman of WHO executive board Dr Kerstin Vesna Petrič (middle), and Noor Hisham (right).
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To add to her accolades, Zaliha, alongside Noor Hisham, was also invited to join a panel discussion at the prestigious Oxford University in England

The panel was organised by the Oxford University Malaysia Club (OUMC) and Clinical Research Malaysia (CRM).Zaliha attended the panel discussion before journeying to the WHO executive board meeting.The Health Minister touched on several subjects during the discussion, from challenges healthcare systems face across the globe to cross-border research collaboration.

Zaliha speaking at the panel discussion held at Oxford University.
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You can watch Zaliha in action at the WHO executive board meeting below:


Warga Emas Maut Sejurus Turun Dari Bas Di Kuantan, Pemandu Bas Digantung Kerja

Berita tentang kematian seorang warga emas berusia 71 tahun telah tular di media sosial. Kejadian tersebut telah berlaku di Beserah, Kuantan.

Dalam kejadian kira-kira jam 9 pagi, 1 Oktober yang lalu, seorang warga emas yang dikenali sebagai Mek Teh Dagang dipercayai telah terjatuh ketika turun dari bas henti-henti di Kuantan-Kemaman.Kejadian tersebut juga telah menyebabkan mangsa mengalami kecederaan kepala yang agak serius. Menurut laporan, Ketua Polis Daerah Kuantan ACP Mohd Noor Yusof Ali berkata pihaknya menerima panggilan kecemasan daripada anak saudara mangsa pada 9.30 pagi.

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Beliau juga berkata, "Semasa pihak kami tiba di lokasi, mangsa dilihat terbaring dan mengalami kecederaan pada bahagian kepala."Mangsa kemudiannya dibawa ke Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan (HTAA) dan disahkan meninggal dunia tidak lama kemudian."

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Hasil bedah siasat menyatakan bahawa mangsa meninggal dunia disebabkan berlakunya pendarahan di bahagian kepala akibat terjatuh ke dalam longkang

Kes ini juga telah diklasifikasikan sebagai mati mengejut.Selain itu, jenazah mangsa juga telah dituntut oleh ahli keluarga dan dikebumikan di Tanah Perkuburan Pasir Putih Kampung Baru Beserah, pada petang 1 Oktober.

Selain itu, pemandu bas Rapid Kuantan telah digantung tugas bagi membantu siasatan mengenai kejadian ini

Rapid Kuantan juga turut menyuarakan rasa kesal dengan kejadian yang berlaku dan telah mengambil langkah menggantung sementara tugas pemandu bas tersebut untuk membantu polis melakukan siasatan lanjut berhubung kes ini.Pengurusan Rapid Kuantan juga menjelaskan sedia memberikan kerjasama yang penuh kepada pihak polis.

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Tourism Ministry Plans To Turn Religious Schools Into Tourist Attractions

The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC) plans to make religious schools part of Malaysia's tourist attractions

MOTAC Minister Datuk Mohamaddin Ketapi.
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In a report by Malay Mail, Minister Datuk Mohamaddin Ketapi said that as a Muslim-friendly travel destination, Malaysia has a diverse range of potentially significant tourism resources.According to him, MOTAC is collaborating with the Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC) to actively develop initiatives and strategies to attract Muslim tourists seeking products and services that take into account their faith."Among the strategies in empowering the Islamic tourism industry is to create these pondok or shelter schools as an edu-tourism product and to recognise Muslim-friendly tourism accommodation premises," he said earlier this week, as reported by Malay Mail.

A study is being carried out to identify the religious schools that would be turned into tourism spots

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According to Free Malaysia Today, Mohamaddin said the selected schools should also consider letting out homes or rooms for visitors to stay as part of an attractive Islamic tourism product."In line with this we want to promote pondok schools which could offer accommodation as well as a specific syllabus to be packaged as a product," he said as quoted by Malay Mail.Adding on, ITC director-general Abdul Khani Daud also proposed that schools open their doors for foreign exchange students as part of their long-term plan to boost their finances.

Besides religious schools, MOTAC is also planning to promote mosques as tourist destinations

Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque in Shah Alam.
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According to Free Malaysia Today, Mohamaddin said that five mosques in the country were already well-known among tourists and have been named among TripAdvisor's Top 10 best landmarks in Malaysia.The mosques are the National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur; Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque in Shah Alam, Selangor; Putra Mosque in Putrajaya; Zahir Mosque in Alor Setar, Kedah; and Melaka Straits Mosque in Melaka.

MOTAC recently revealed the redesigned 'Visit Malaysia 2020' logo:

                Tourism Malaysia Reveals New 'Visit Malaysia 2020' Logo And It Looks Much Better Now

The logo features icons such as the Rhinoceros hornbill, paku pakis, and bunga raya.

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Mak Ayah Terjahat Di Dunia Kurung Anak Dalam Sangkar Dan Simbah Air Panas Sampai Mati

Hanya kerana tidak mahu mandi, kanak-kanak berusia lima tahun dikurung dalam sebuah sangkar kucing dan disimbah dengan air menggelegak

Sepasang suami isteri di Singapura dihadapkan ke mahkamah pada 13 November 2019 atas kesalahan mendera anak mereka sehingga menyebabkan kematian. Memetik laporan Harian Metro, Azlin Arujunah dan suaminya, Ridzuan Mega Abdul Rahman yang berusia 27 tahun dipercayai sering memukul mangsa menggunakan penyapu, malah kanak-kanak itu juga sedikit tempang kerana tempurung lututnya senget. Difahamkan, insiden dikurung di dalam sangkar kucing berlaku pada 22 Oktober 2016 kerana mangsa yang dirahsiakan identitinya enggan mandi menyebabkan bapanya mencurahkan air panas sekurang-kurangnya 92 celcius pada belakang dan betisnya. Susulan itu, mangsa rebah dan terus tidak bergerak namun begitu, ibu bapa mangsa menunggu sekurang-kurangnya enam jam sebelum mendapatkan rawatan. Kesemua insiden tersebut dipercayai berlaku di sebuah flat sewa satu bilik yang terletak di bahagian tengah, Singapura.

Sangkar kucing tempat mangsa dikurung.
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Mangsa meninggal dunia pada 23 Oktober 2016

Susulan kematian mangsa, pasangan itu ditahan setelah pihak hospital membuat laporan. Dalam perbicaraan pertama pasangan tersebut, saksi pendakwa pertama, Profesor Madya Loh Tsee Foong memberikan keterangan terhadap tertuduh."Mangsa mengalami lecuran tahap ketiga yang meliputi 75 peratus badannya, kecederaan buah pinggang akut, penyahhidratan, patah hidung, luka pada wajahnya selain lambat bertutur," katanya.

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"Detik akhir mangsa merupakan satu yang sangat menyakitkan," kata ahli patologi yang menjalankan bedah siasat, Dr Chan Shijia

"Tiga perempat daripada permukaan tubuh mangsa mempunyai kesan lecur ketebalan separa yang juga dikenali sebagai kelecuran darjah kedua. "Ia adalah lebih sakit berbanding kelecuran ketebalan penuh atau luka terbakar darjah ketiga. Kesannya akan mencapai kapilari atau saluran darah menyebabkan pendarahan tetapi kerosakan saraf mungkin tidak berlaku secara penuh untuk merasa kebas."Kanak-kanak itu juga mengalami kecederaan lain termasuk pendarahan yang teruk di kulit bawah kulit kepalanya berukuran 18sm, itu adalah hampir seluruh kepala kesan daripada trauma akibat pukulan benda tumpul," katanya yang dipetik daripada Berita Mediacorp.

Difahamkan, ini juga bukan kali pertama mangsa 'dilecurkan' oleh tertuduh

Selain itu, mahkamah diberitahu bahawa mangsa juga pernah dilecurkan dengan air panas sekurang-kurangnya empat kali sebelum kematiannya. Selain itu, bapa mangsa juga pernah menekapkan sudu yang dipanaskan pada tapak tangan mangsa kerana mencuri susu tepung untuk dimakan.

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Mangsa pernah diserahkan sebagai anak angkat namun kembali ke pangkuan ibu bapa kandung pada tahun 2015

Selepas kelahiran mangsa pada 2011, dia diserahkan sebagai anak angkat. Kes dera bermula kira-kira setahun selepas diserahkan kembali kepada ibu bapanya.Kedua-dua tertuduh iaitu Azlin dan Ridzuan menghadapi hukuman mati mandatori atau penjara seumur hidup bagi tuduhan bunuh.

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Airbnb Bookings In Malaysia May Soon Be Subjected To Tourism Tax

Online hospitality service Airbnb has revealed that it is in talks with local authorities and ministries to collect tourism tax on behalf of its hosts and guests in Malaysia

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In a media briefing today, 25 November, Airbnb head of public policy of Southeast Asia Mich Goh said that the company has had "meaningful conversations" with the Finance and Tourism Ministries as well as the Royal Malaysian Customs Department to implement its Voluntary Collection Agreement (VCA) tool to that effect.

Goh explained that the VCA, a tool designed by Airbnb to collect and remit taxes on behalf of its host and guest community, has been conducted in other countries

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She said that the company hopes to be able to implement VCA in Malaysia as well, adding that it will "help to facilitate a streamlined process and lighten the administrative burden for local and state governments, as well as [Airbnb] hosts."

The potential implementation of tourism tax on Airbnb properties in Malaysia is expected to follow the existing mechanism applied to hotels

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The tourism tax, which came into effect in September last year, charges a flat rate of RM10 per room per night for foreigners who stay at hotels of all classes. As such, locals renting Airbnbs will probably be exempt from having to pay the tax. However, Goh added that there is no time frame for the implementation of the VCA yet as the discussion is still "ongoing".

Goh also revealed that Malaysia is the fastest growing market for Airbnb in Southeast Asia, having recorded a 99% year-on-year growth in guest arrivals in the past year

According to New Straits Times, the Airbnb host community in Malaysia has welcomed more than two million guests in the past year. She added that there are now 44,000 listings in Malaysia on Airbnb, marking an almost 60 per cent year-on-year increase.

Do you think the tourism tax should be implemented on Airbnb properties in Malaysia? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.


Gelagat Lelaki Rakam Diri 'Kunyah' Lirik Lagu Depan Abang Polis Buat Ramai Terhibur

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Sudah pasti kita suka menyanyi lagu bila-bila masa saja

Ini kerana menyanyi dapat menghilangkan tekanan dan menimbulkan kegembiraan dalam kehidupan. Namun, lain pula yang jadi apabila baru-baru ini tular dalam sebuah video yang menunjukkan seorang lelaki menyanyi lagu telah meraih tumpuan ramai. Lihat video perkongsian itu di bawah:

Selamba rakam diri 'kunyah' lirik lagu depan abang polis

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @m.idham.__ di TikTok, kelihatan seorang lelaki sedang merakam dirinya sendiri sambil diiringi oleh sebuah lagu di sebuah kawasan jalan raya pada waktu malam. Dalam rakaman itu dia dilihat menyanyikan bahagian rap lagu OST Polis Evo 3, Ayuh yang dinyanyikan oleh Aman RA, Ernie Zakri, dan Malique. Apa yang menarik perhatian adalah dia menyanyikan lagu tersebut dengan lirik 'berterabur' dan berbeza dengan lirik asal. Paling menghiburkan, dalam video itu kelihatan dua orang polis trafik di belakangnya yang sedang buat hal sendiri sambil lelaki berkenaan 'kunyah' lirik lagu.

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"Polis buat-buat tak nampak jelah malas nak ambik kes berat sangat gayanya ni haha" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan, kini ia mencecah sehingga 325.1K views, 54.3K likes dan 459 comments di TikTok.Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat lelaki tersebut dan memberi komen mencuit hati mengenainya.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Dia punya berani tu sampai bedal je lirik lagu, ada polis pula tu :D

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Here Are 4 Easy Tips To Help You Save Money While Still Enjoying All The Sales This Month

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If there's one thing you should know about us Malaysians, it's that we loooveee online sales

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With many awesome online sales going on this month, here are a few simple tips to the get most bang for your buck:

1. Store your points or vouchers to get money-off deals leading up to a sale

At times, you get vouchers or points after spending, which you'll usually use on your next purchase. However, if the codes are far from expiring, store them for the next big sale! You can use these vouchers or points to get additional discounts during a sale, letting you save more in the end. Having said that, be certain about whether you can stack your vouchers or codes, as some online sites may not allow you to do so.

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2. Keep a lookout for any hidden promo codes or deals upon purchasing

How many of us spend something online, only to find out we missed out on an extremely good deal? Been there, done that!Before you complete your order, make sure to keep a lookout for any hidden promos online. You may end up saving a few bucks using the promo codes!

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3. Don't buy the first thing you see

Many times, we see a product we like and immediately make a purchase without really thinking twice. What's worse is chancing upon a different store that offers the same product at a cheaper price. Instead of deciding on the first thing you see, add it to cart and then check elsewhere. Only make your intended purchase when you're certain that there are no other stores selling the same product at a cheaper price.

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4. Buy more if it means you can save more

If you buy only a certain amount or less for some shopping sites, you'll be imposed an additional charge. One trick is to look through the retailer's terms and conditions. At times, if you spend a bit more, you could avoid the additional charge, or perhaps a discounted or even free delivery!Keep a lookout for any deals that let you save more when you spend more. And before you complete your order, be sure that your total bill is less than it previously was.

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From 11 November onwards, you can earn rewards and enjoy an additional 20% off when you shop online with GrabPay!

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GrabPay is now accepted at online stores of many major brands! This means you get to enjoy the convenience of shopping online and paying with GrabPay, while earning points for your GrabRewards too.From 11 November to 24 November, remember to use GrabPay to pay at any of the awesome participating online merchants and get an additional 20% off (up to RM30) from the purchase price! In other words, you can enjoy discounts or deals your selected online merchant offers AND the additional 20% off from GrabPay too! Awesome lahhh. Once you check out, you'll be redirected to GrabPay and the promo will automatically apply. It's that simple.

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Check out the full list of merchants:

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Haven't tried shopping online with GrabPay before?
First-time users can enjoy up to RM15 rebate when you shop with GrabPay at any participating online merchants!

On top of the discounts with GrabPay, first-time users that spend a minimum of RM60 can get an additional RM15 rebate!

What are you waiting for? Shop at your favourite online stores today with GrabPay and enjoy awesome deals or find out more here!

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[QUIZ] Tell Us Your Morning Routine & We'll Give You A Kickass Quote To Fuel Your Day

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Waking up in the morning is tough sometimes

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Hey, we feel you. Forcing your eyes open at the crack of dawn is so hard, especially when your bed is calling you to sleep in for a "little while longer". Waking up on the wrong side of the bed is even worse because it kinda sets the tone for the day. Going about doing your stuff can be a hassle when you're in a slump, right? :/

Here's a little quiz we've created to help brighten up your day and kickstart your mornings!

Quiz not loading? Just hit 'Refresh' and try again!Note: This quiz is for entertainment purposes only. Dun so serious, okay? :)

Feeling inspired yet? No matter which kickass quote you got, the most important thing when it comes to starting your day right is having a positive mindset.
And of course, having a delicious cup of coffee definitely helps to fuel you for the day ahead!

Whatever the day brings, remember that you're the hero of your own life. That's exactly the mindset that Malaysian coffee brand SUPER Coffee wants to encourage! They want to recognise that every Malaysian plays an important role to help one another out — ultimately, making all of us heroes in our own way.

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SUPER Coffee, in collaboration with fellow frontliner and influencer, Dr Say Shazril, wants to celebrate the heroes that continue to inspire us every day

After all, frontliners are more than just those in the health sector, but also includes those who work day and night to keep the community moving forward, such as delivery drivers, security guards, cleaners, support staff, and others.In a recent video, SUPER Coffee fuels these "Everyday Heroes" by having their SUPER rider, Dr Say Shazril, reach out to fellow frontliners. Sending them SUPER's notable coffees, the goal is to help these frontliners refresh their minds to get through the day, while reminding them that the nation is grateful for their perseverance and they are in Malaysians' hearts. <3

Watch the video here:

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You can check out other videos from SUPER Coffee here.

To celebrate Malaysians for being heroes in their own way, SUPER Coffee recently launched their Peraduan Wira-Wira Harian contest, woohoo!

From 1 November to 19 December, you could stand a chance to win prizes worth up to RM50,000, including cash, a Thermomix TM6, and RM100 Touch 'n Go reload pins!Here's how you can take part:1. Buy selected SUPER Coffee flavours with a minimum spend of RM15 in one receipt.2. Take a photo of your receipt and purchase, and send it via WhatsApp to  +6014-3265840 for a chance to win big!Looking to make your purchase? Check out their online store on Shopee and Lazada.Terms and conditions apply.

Well, what are you waiting for? Get some SUPER Coffee today and feel inspired as you kickstart your day!


[VIDEO] Baik Hati Nak Bayarkan Kereta Belakang, Lelaki Belanja McD Ini Raih Pujian Ramai

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Kita sudah pasti sering dengar ayat 'dalam rezeki kita ada rezeki orang lain' bukan?

Sebab itu, kita disarankan untuk memberi kepada orang lain. Sebagai contoh, menderma, membuat sumbangan atau belanja orang yang memerlukan. Sama seperti video yang tular baru-baru ini di TikTok apabila seorang lelaki dilihat murah hati belanja kereta belakang McD masa drive-thru telah mencuri tumpuan.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @qushayry11 Drive-thru P.2 #fyp #foryou   High School in Jakarta - NIKI

Bayarkan dua kereta belakang masa drive-thru McD

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan seorang lelaki sedang berada di dalam kereta sambil memesan McD melalui drive-thru.Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah sifat pemudah lelaki itu yang sanggup bayarkan bil dua kereta di belakangnya. Tindakannya itu yang tidak menunjuk-nunjuk dan belanja orang yang tidak dikenali itu meraih pujian ramai.

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"Bang lepas ini pergi McD mana? Saya nak follow belakang" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 1M tontonan, 123K tanda suka dan 3K komen di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut memuji tindakan lelaki itu. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Baiknya bang! Semoga dimurahkan rezeki dan dipermudah segala urusan :)

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3.5 Metre High Giant Waves Hit Penang Esplanade

Strong west-southwesterly winds have whipped up waves crashing on the retaining walls and causing huge splashes at the Esplanade

The giant waves reached higher than the lamp posts, causing sea water to spill onto the road, resulting in flash floods along Jalan Tun Syed Syeh Barakhbah on Monday.

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According to The Star, pedestrians were seen recording the rare phenomenon while vehicles moved slowly as the giant waves splashed all over the retaining wall

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Featuring Crunchy & Perfect-Sized Chips, This New Lay's Stax Boasts Flavours You'll Love

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If there's one thing we can all agree on, it's that potato chips are the best snacks, right?

They're crunchy, and are perfect for any occasion! Whether you're watching movies, listening to music, working, or even just looking for a snack because you're bored, potato chips make the perfect companion.

Well, guess what? Lay's just launched their all-new Lay's Stax, which comes in tall canisters so that you can get perfectly shaped potato chips to satisfy your snack cravings, mmmmm.

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With their new canisters, you can enjoy that classic taste of Lay's you know and love at the best price of RM5.30!In fact, you get to makan perfect-sized chips all the time, without having to worry about crushed ones. Best of all, there are plentyyyyy of potato chips stacked up for you to snack on, yum!And if you can't finish 'em all in one sitting, don't worry, the tube lets you save the chips to makan again later.

Light, airy, and full of crisp, imagine hearing the crunching sounds when you bite into their chips, syoookkk

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Using real potatoes and yummy seasonings, every bite of Lay's chips will leave you wanting more. It's crunchy, and the flavours are sure to awaken your taste buds.  In fact, Lay's takes pride in manufacturing their iconic curved and thin potato chips that are lightly golden. You're not only getting seasoned potato chips, but some real tantalising ones as well. :9That's why Lay's is incredibly popular in many countries. The brand has been producing delicious, crunchy potato chips for over 75 years.

Like, take a look at those chips, wahhhh. So deliciously distracting, hehe. :9

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Priced at only RM5.30 each, Lay's Stax features four different flavours – Original, Sour Cream & Onion, Barbecue, and Extra Cheese

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Be it smoky flavours, something cheesy, or even flavours to tingle your taste buds, Lay's has all the varieties.Or, you simply can't go wrong with their all-time favourite – Original. Nothing beats the original lah.But... we know you confirm wanna purchase all the different flavours to share with your family, right? Or maybe... keep all to yourself, hehe.

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Hungry dy? Get the all-new Lay's Stax potato chips on Lazada or Shopee!

You can also get the Lay's Stax at your nearest hyper/supermarket and convenience stores as well!

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5 Local Brands That Craft Beautiful Handmade Leather Goods And Watches

1. Attached Leather Co.

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Attached Leather Co. was started by former architects that are passionate about bespoke leather goods. After a few lessons in making leather items, they decided to pursue it full time and started expanding their collection. Be it handcrafted wallets, folios, shoulder bags, journals, or card cases, Attached Leather Co. will cater to all your unique wants.

For Attached Leather Co.'s complete collection, check out this site.

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2. Malaya Co

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MALAYA=' To Be Free '. Inspired by military functionality &industrial minimalism, we create functional everyday items that provide the freedom of choice.

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Check out Malaya Co's complete collection here.

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3. Thirtyfour

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thirtyfour is an interdisciplinary design practice and lifestyle initiative. Its current design pool weaves together methods from such fields as architecture, metal-smithing, fashion, industrial, graphic, and interactive multimedia design. To date thirtyfour has been occupied with explorations in skin, culminating in three collections of leather accessories that trace life’s various postures.

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Check out thirtyfour's complete collection here.

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4. Convoy Co

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Our philosophy of prioritising quality and durability when choosing materials ensures creations unique to Convoy. We work from a tiny industrial design studio in Malaysia where our design team revise and iterate each design until the final creation is ready for our in-house production. In-house manufacturing, assembly and packaging ensures that that the best processes and materials available are used during the production process. Every creation is humbly packed and sealed before it leaves our studio to you.

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Check out Convoy's complete collection here.

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5. MEM Watches

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MEM WATCHES is a timepiece brand based in Seri Kembangan, Malaysia. Starting from humble beginnings in early 2014, the brand has now grown to what it is today.

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MEM's watches exhibit simplicity and refreshing designs using a great deal of nude shades to complete the look.Check out MEM's watches' complete collection here.

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Malaysians are a creative bunch, constantly coming up with amazing ideas and products. With that said, check out these amazing local brands for clothing items and custom made shoes!

                [PHOTOS] 8 Made-In-Malaysia Clothing Brands Made Just For Malaysian Guys

Why go for international brands when you can get creatively designed and high-quality apparel with a Malaysian flair ...

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                Be Careful, Christy Ng's 3D Shoe Engine Might NOT Help Your Shoe Addiction

Ladies, you can thank me later.

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However, if you love all things batik, then check out these Instagram boutiques selling intricate, unique batik materials here:

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Up your fashion game this festive season with these urban interpretations of traditional batik designs.

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Sex Between Men Will Be Decriminalised In Singapore

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Singapore will decriminalise sex between men but has no plans to change the legal definition of marriage as being between a man and a woman, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said on Sunday, 21 August

LGBTQ groups welcomed Lee's decision to repeal Section 377A of the penal code, a colonial-era law that criminalises sex between men, but also expressed concern that ruling out same-sex marriage would help to perpetuate discrimination.In his annual national day rally speech, Lee said Singaporean society, especially young people in the city-state, were becoming more accepting of gay people."I believe this is the right thing to do, and something that most Singaporeans will now accept," he said.It was unclear when exactly Section 377A would be repealed.

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Singapore becomes the latest Asian country to move toward ending discrimination against members of the LGBTQ community

Under Singapore's Section 377A, offenders can be jailed for up to two years under the law, but it is not currently actively enforced. There have been no known convictions for sex between consenting adult males for decades and the law does not include sex between women or other genders.Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) groups have brought multiple legal challenges attempting to strike down the law, but none has succeeded.On Sunday, several LGBTQ rights groups said in a joint statement they were "relieved" by Lee's announcement."For everyone who has experienced the kinds of bullying, rejection and harassment enabled by this law, repeal finally enables us to begin the process of healing. For those that long for a more equal and inclusive Singapore, repeal signifies that change is indeed possible," they said in the statement.But the groups also urged the government not to heed calls from religious conservatives to enshrine the definition of marriage in the constitution, saying this would signal that LGBTQ+ citizens were not equal.

In February, Singapore's highest court had ruled that since the law was not being enforced, it did not breach constitutional rights, as the plaintiffs had argued, and it reaffirmed that the law could not be used to prosecute men for having gay sex

Some religious groups including Muslims, Catholics, and some Protestants continued to resist any repeal of the law, Lee said.An alliance of more than 80 churches expressed strong disappointment on Sunday over the government's decision."The repeal is an extremely regrettable decision which will have a profound impact on the culture that our children and future generations of Singaporeans will live in," it said.

Singapore is a multi-racial and multi-religious society of 5.5 million, of whom about 16% are Muslim, with bigger Buddhist and Christian communities

It has a predominantly ethnic Chinese population with sizeable Malay and Indian minorities, according to the 2020 census.Stressing his government's continued support for the traditional definition of marriage, Lee said, "We believe that marriage should be between a man and a woman, that children should be raised within such families, that the traditional family should form the basic building block of society."Singapore will "protect the definition of marriage from being challenged constitutionally in the courts", he said. "This will help us repeal Section 377A in a controlled and carefully considered way."

Meanwhile, the Malaysian government is considering stiffer punishments against the LGBT community in the country:

                Government Plans To Introduce Heavier Punishments For The LGBT Community

Deputy Minister in Prime Minister's Department Ahmad Marzuk Shaary urged members of the public to report "unhealthy" ...

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Ismail Sabri: Total Lockdown Extended To 28 June

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The total lockdown, also dubbed the Full Movement Control Order (FMCO), has been extended to 28 June

Senior Minister (Security) Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced the extension of two weeks in the in the daily National Security Council (NSC) press conference today, 11 June.He said the decision was made taking into account that new COVID-19 cases were still higher than 5,000 daily.

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Ismail Sabri also said the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the FMCO will stay the same as the ones currently in force

The total lockdown was initially planned to be from 1 June to 14 June.Meanwhile, Malaysia saw 6,849 new COVID-19 cases and 84 new deaths today.

Status Terkini #COVID19, 11 Jun 2021 Kes sembuh= 7,749Jumlah kes sembuh= 563,779Kes baharu positif= 6,849 (4 import) Jumlah positif= 646,411Kes kematian= 84Jumlah kes kematian= 3,768Kes dirawat di ICU= 912Bantuan alat pernafasan= 458 pic.twitter.com/0WUx3JBTnu— KKMalaysia (@KKMPutrajaya) June 11, 2021

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AGC To Appeal Against Acquittal Of Woman In The 'Basikal Lajak' Case Where 8 Teens Died

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The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) will be filing an appeal against the acquittal of a woman charged for reckless driving which resulted in the death of eight teens riding modified bicycles

When contacted by Bernama, Attorney General (AG) Tan Sri Idrus Harun said the AGC will appeal against the ruling by the Johor Baru Magistrate's Court."We will file an appeal, either today or tomorrow," the national news agency quoted him as saying in its report published yesterday, 11 October.The AG's decision on the case comes after the Johor Bahru Magistrate's Court had on Sunday, 10 Ocotober, upheld its decision to acquit 26-year-old Sam Ke Ting, who is charged under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) for causing death by reckless driving.

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Sam has been enmeshed in the case for more than four years after she rammed into a group of teens riding modified bicycles — commonly known as 'basikal lajak' —  in an accident on 18 February 2017

The deadly accident that resulted in the death of eight teens took place on Jalan Lingkaran Dalam, Johor Bahru at 3.30am.She was first acquitted by the Johor Bahru Magistrate's Court on 28 October 2019. Magistrate Siti Hajar Ali discharged Sam — who works as a saleswoman — from any wrongdoing in the accident after taking many factors into consideration, such as the condition of the dark, hilly, and winding road and that the accused did not have prior knowledge of the presence of teen joyriders at the location.In her ruling, Siti Hajar said the victims riding modified bicycles created an unsafe condition for road users.

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However, more than a year later on 18 February 2021, the Johor Bahru High Court ordered Sam to enter defence after the prosecution proved a prima facie case against her

The case went back to the Magistrate's Court presided by Siti Hajar and she had on Sunday upheld her earlier decision.Bernama reported over the weekend that Sam — who was 22 years old at the year of the incident — was driving on the far left lane at the accident scene on the night of the incident.The accused's testimony also matched with a study conducted by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety (MIROS), which also found that the accused was driving at 44.5km/h or 75.8km/h, which was well within the speed limit.


"There Will Be No Need For 1MDB" - Chairman Says Company To Be Closed After Clearing Debts

Malaysia's strategic investment arm 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) chairman said the company will be closed down after all of its debts are settled

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According to New Straits Times, treasury secretary-general and 1MDB's chairman Tan Sri Dr Mohd Irwan Siregar Abdullah said he was confident the company would be able to repay its debts with revenue from the government's mega projects after a press conference at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) yesterday. The projects include the Tun Razak Exchange (TRX), the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) and the second Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) project.

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"Soon, residents who own a place in the TRX city will pay rent, and we will also sell land plots of Bandar Malaysia which will be developed with public transport such as high-speed train, ECRL and MRT," Irwan said.Irwan added that revenue cannot be generated immediately, as that will take more than 10 years from long-term development. Nonetheless, Irwan said there will be no need for 1MDB once all its debts are cleared.

Free Malaysia Today reported that the government has been laying the groundwork to shut down 1MDB for quite some time

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According to the report, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak admitted to "lapses in governance" in 1MDB back in January. Najib added that the government launched an investigation involving multiple authorities after being aware of 1MDB's failings."The company's board was dissolved, its management team changed, and its operations reviewed," he said. Furthermore, Najib stated that the 1MDB issue had been politically exploited, adding that there was "a concentrated campaign" to sabotage the Malaysian economy.

According to the finance ministry, 1MDB has repaid almost RM3.8 billion of its debts to date

The company paid off almost RM230 million to Affin Bank in 2015. In 2016, 1MDB also paid RM950 million to the government, RM2 billion to Marstan Investment NV, and USD150 million to EXIM Bank.Last October, The Edge reported that the company's debt stood at RM32.5 billion.

What do you think about 1MDB's shutdown? Let us know in the comments below.


Here's What You Need To Know Before You Start Investing

This Spotlight is sponsored by Rakuten Trade.

Does the idea of investing freak you out? It shouldn't, because it's actually a lot like planning a holiday!

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Just like how you need to research your holiday destination, compare hotels, and scout for cheap flight tickets, investing in stocks requires you to find the right fit!Some people enjoy booking and planning their own budget backpack trips, while others prefer leaving it to travel agents to settle the itinerary and all the other details.

In the same way, you can choose how hands-on you want to be when investing in stocks

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If you're looking to invest for the long-term, you may want to consider a full-service broker. Like a travel agent, they will recommend what's best for you and take care of everything, charging you a premium for their services.Most young Malaysians nowadays, however, prefer to be more hands-on and involved in the trading process. This is when online brokers come in. They usually have online platforms that are easy to use, offer lower brokerage fees, and give users full control over how they want to trade.

Here are a few things you should ask when looking for a broker:

1. How much does this broker charge?

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Here are a few costs and fees to take into consideration before choosing a broker:Brokerage fees - How much it costs each time you perform a tradeMinimums - Your minimum balance to set up your accountWithdrawal fees - What it costs to take out your moneyTypically, online brokers have lower costs across the board, which is good for young Malaysians who are just starting out and aren't ready to invest in big sums. For instance, Rakuten Trade has the lowest brokerage fees in Malaysia from as low as RM7 to a maximum of RM100.They also don’t require you to have a minimum cash amount in your account nor trade at a certain amount. You can go as low as you are comfortable provided there are other investors willing to meet your price.

2. What kind of trader do I want to be, and does this broker suit my style of trading?

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Typically, when it comes to the types of traders, you can:Buy stocks to hold for a long period of timeTrade stocks daily on the stock marketDo a little of bothTraditional full-service brokers will recommend what you should invest in and help you execute any trades you decide on, but usually because time is limited they will focus on those who will make them the most money.Online brokers, on the other hand, usually give you investment ideas, reports, and a stock screen for you to keep up with the market. These reports are the same ones distributed across their entire client base and not to select recipients. In fact for some reports, you don’t even have to be a client to get access to them.

3. Does this broker tailor his or her services to your needs?

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One thing you should remember is that many brokers design their services around corporate investors and not individuals. That's why you'll need to find a broker you're comfortable with and who will help you make the right decisions along the way.For example at Rakuten Trade, their reports are simplified one-pagers minus the trading jargon so that the most important information can be delivered within a few minutes. Plus, if reading reports aren’t your thing, you can also follow them on social media for their latest investment ideas.

If you're new to investing, Rakuten Trade is the ideal online trading platform to get you started

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You won't need to spend time looking for a broker, because you can sign up for your online account, get it approved, and start trading in two hours or less. Way faster than any other broker in Malaysia! Plus, you can manage and keep track of your stocks on the go with the iSPEED.my mobile app.

In fact, you could be on your next vacation when you sign up with Rakuten Trade. For a limited time only, enjoy 800 AirAsia BIG Points for every account you open!

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Plus, get rewarded each time you trade and earn 1 Rakuten Trade (RT) point for every RM2 spent on brokerage fees. You can also convert your RT points directly, point-to-point into affiliate partner points. This means that if you have 1,000 RT points, you can convert it directly to 1,000 points on AirAsia BIG, B Infinite, or BonusLink.

Ultimately, Rakuten Trade wants to make it easier for young Malaysians to get started

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What are you waiting for? Start investing on the go with Rakuten Trade today!

Download the iSPEED.my app on Android here and on iOS here.

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10 Unique Things To Entertain Guests At Weddings In KL So It's Not Just Boring Speeches

1. Hire a live singer, band, or DJ to perform your favourite tunes

Crinkle Cut performing at a wedding in Malaysia.
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What is a wedding without amazing music or performers? Be it jazz, pop, instrumental, classical, indie, or any other music genre, hiring a band for your wedding day is an easy way to entertain guests. Or make it a night to remember with family and friends by getting an awesome DJ for the dance floor.Price: RM2,500 - RM5,000You can hire a live singer, band, or DJ here.

2. Hire a caricaturist to let your guests take home a little gift

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Instead of giving out the usual wedding cake favours, get a caricaturist to turn your guests into cartoon drawings that they can bring home as a memorable memento from the night.Price: RM750 onwards.You can hire a caricaturist here or here.

3. Get a magician or illusionist to put on an amazing show during the wedding reception

Magician Zlwin Chew puts on a stunning performance.
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Captivate your guests by hiring a magician or illusionist to perform during the night. The best part is that it can be entertaining for guests of all ages – including grandparents, aunties, and uncles!Price varies.You can hire a magician or illusionist here or here.

4. Rent a photo booth station for guests to make memories that'll last a lifetime

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Photo booths are another easy way for guests to let loose and to take home something with them to remember the night!There are photo booths that you can rent to take photos of your guests but if you want to give them something for the 'gram, get a motion photo booth! Unlike normal photo booths, motion photo booths create animated GIFs from a 180-360 angle. Renting a photo booth usually comes with:- Professional photography equipment and lighting, - A variety of props, - Trained crew to help with the photo taking, and- Customisable backdrops.Price: RM800 onwards.You can rent a photo booth here or a motion photobooth here.

5. Make room for a coffee section by hiring a barista

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Create your own mini coffee bar by hiring a barista to make cups of latte, Americano, or mocha for your wedding guests! A perfect choice especially if you're having an early morning wedding and want to give your family and friends a quick pick-me-up. ;)Price: RM400 onwards.You can hire coffee caterers here.

6. Chill with family and friends by renting exciting board games

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Playing board games may not be your typical choice of wedding entertainment but it can be a great way to entertain your guests and ease into conversations, especially during resting periods in between the ceremony and dinner or lunch. Having a small, cosy wedding? Hire a team of people who will teach the games to your guests and get the party started!Price: RM800 onwards.You can hire board games and crew here and here.

7. Hire a mixologist to set up a mini bar and make fancy cocktails for your guests

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Sit back and relax as a mixologist whips up freshly made cocktails in front of you and your guests!Price: RM400 onwards.You can hire a mixologist here.

8. Spoil your guests with a mini free flow ice cream parlour at your wedding

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How cool would it be to have an ice cream bar at your wedding? Especially if it's on a hot day, spoiling your guests with a little ice cream wouldn't hurt! :pPrice: RM750 onwards.You can rent it here or here.

9. Take it up a notch for an outdoor wedding and rent carnival games

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If you're looking for something less conventional, consider renting garden games like Giant Jenga, Giant Chess, or Giant Checkers that guests can entertain themselves with.You can rent them here.

10. Crack your guests up by hiring a stand up comedian

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Aside from having meaningful speeches at the wedding, you can hire a professional stand up comedian to ensure that everyone has a great time!Price varies.You can hire stand up comedians here or here.

*Take note that all prices listed vary according to wedding size, location, and date.

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Harga RM101 Juta Tapi Macam Hospital Sakit Jiwa, Rumah Kim Kardashian Ini Jadi Perdebatan

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

Setiap orang mempunyai cita rasa yang tersendiri dalam mendekorasi rumah idaman

Dari segi kos pula, ada yang sanggup berhabis ribuan ringgit bahkan boleh mencecah sehingga berjuta demi merealisasikan konsep yang diingini.Tetapi, kadangkala ada juga hasil yang nampak simple walaupun kos dekorasi saja memakan lebih satu juta ringgit.Baru-baru ini, rumah selebriti dan model antarabangsa terkenal iaitu Kim Kardashian menjadi bualan ramai gara-gara konsep dekorasinya dikatakan seperti hospital sakit jiwa.Lihat posting tersebut di bawah:

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Buat rumah konsep minimalis cecah lebih RM100 juta, tapi netizen pula cakap macam hospital sakit jiwa

Menerusi posting yang dimuat naik oleh Kim Kardashian di laman Instagramnya, kelihatan dia berkongsi beberapa keping gambar di kediamannya dengan kapsyen "Things at home that make me happy".Jika dilihat, rumahnya itu berkonsepkan suasana minimalis dan memang nampak simple saja. Tetapi, ramai terkejut apabila mendapat tahu harga rumah tersebut mencecah sehingga RM101 juta.Walau bagaimanapun, pemilihan warna pucat yang hampir sekata di ruang tamu, bilik tidur, dapur membuatkan ada segelintir netizen menyamakan rumah itu dengan hospital sakit jiwa.

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"Your house gives me depression" - Netizen

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, posting berkenaan telah mencecah sehingga 1.8M likes dan 25.9K likes di Instagram.Tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen tidak gemar dengan dekorasi rumah model itu kerana ia nampak sangat kusam dan tidak berseri.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Instagram:

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Mungkin dia pilih konsep macam tu sebab tak nak nampak serabut kot? Hmm. Apa-apa pun lain orang lain preference kan :)

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Grab Takes Competition Regulator To Court Over Its Proposed Fine Of RM86 Million

In October last year, the Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) proposed a fine of RM86.8 million against Grab

MyCC alleged that the ride-hailing giant abused its dominant position in the local market and imposed restrictive policies on its drivers, therefore harming competition in the e-hailing market.

Now the Singapore-based company is taking MyCC to court

According to a Malaysiakini report, Grab Inc together with its related corporate entities GrabCar Sdn Bhd and MyTeksi Sdn Bhd has filed a leave application for judicial review, through Messrs Shanthi Kandiah Chambers, at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Registry.Grab has filed a writ of certiorari, by which there can be a judicial review of MyCC's decision.The company is seeking among others to quash MyCC's proposed decision in which it alleged that the ride-hailing platform violated Malaysia's Competition Act 2010.

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Grab claims that MyCC exhibited apparent bias during its investigation

According to the Malaysiakini report, Grab claimed that in the course of MyCC's investigation, the regulator did not specify the basis of its belief on how GrabCar and MyTeksi, collectively known as Grab Malaysia, had contravened Section 10 (1) of the Competition Act.Additionally, Grab said that MyCC did not give the ride-hailing firm adequate notice that it was under investigation and that it did not inform the company about the nature of the alleged violation.According to Grab, MyCC was pre-determined about its decision and this is supported by the fact that the regulator was effectively "the investigator, prosecutor, and the judge in its own cause".Based on which, Grab said that it was almost impossible for MyCC to conduct a fair and impartial investigation and conclusion, reported Malaysiakini.

A hearing date has been set for 9 March this year

Lawyer Lim Chee Wee of Skrine Advocates & Solicitors, the firm representing MyCC, told The Edge Markets that the date has been fixed at the request of the Attorney General's Chamber."At the request of the Attorney-General's Chamber officer, the hearing of Grab's application for leave to challenge MyCC's proposed decision is now fixed for 9 March before Justice Datuk Nordin Hassan," the lawyer was quoted as saying by the business paper earlier today, 12 February.

Meanwhile, in an email to SAYS, a Grab spokesperson said that the company is looking forward to participating in the hearing on 9 March

"There remain questions and doubts over MyCC's approach and investigation process in making the proposed decision, and the manner in which it exercises its powers," the Grab spokesperson said."We hope that through the judicial review, the High Court will fully examine and provide the much-needed clarity for the wider business community. It offers a valuable opportunity for questions of public importance to be determined, and Grab stands ready to provide full and frank disclosure of facts for the judicial review."Amongst the issues Grab seeks to raise is whether MyCC is entitled, when issuing the proposed decision, to impose a daily penalty of RM15,000 commencing with immediate effect from the date of the proposed decision. MyCC has also seen it fit to announce the proposed fine and penalty by the way of a press statement dated 3 October 2019," read the statement emailed to SAYS."This has led to the public misperception that Grab has been found liable even before a final decision is made. Grab has fully cooperated with MyCC to date, and will continue to respect the process laid out in the Competition Act 2010."

Read about MyCC's proposed fine here:

                Malaysia Plans To Fine Grab RM86 Million For Abusing Its Dominant Market Position

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You Can Soon Recall All The "Wrong Chats" You Send On WhatsApp

If you've ever been in a situation like this

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You know how embarrassing it can be to accidentally send messages to the wrong person or a whole group of people on WhatsApp

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But there might soon be a way to prevent that.

WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that will allow you to essentially unsend any embarrassing messages you've sent to the wrong person

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This has been a long requested feature by many users of the app.

It comes in the form of a feature called 'Delete for Everyone'

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According to the app's FAQ page, the feature works for both individual and group chats. "Deleting messages for everyone allows you to delete specific messages you have sent to either a group or an individual chat. This is particularly useful if you sent a message to the wrong chat or if the message you sent contains a mistake.Messages you successfully delete for everyone will be replaced with "This message was deleted" in your recipients' chats (*). Similarly, if you see "This message was deleted" in a chat, it means that the sender deleted their message for everyone."

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However, if you just want to delete your copy of a message and not hide it from everyone else's screen, selecting "Delete for Me" will do exactly that.

You should take note though, that the feature only works under a few circumstances

There are a few things you should be mindful of when you want to delete a message. For one, you can only delete a message up to seven minutes after you've sent it. Once those seven minutes are up, there's no going back. Besides that, it is only possible to successfully delete a message if all recipients of the chat are using the latest version of WhatsApp. Another thing to note is that the app will not notify you on whether or not deleting your message was successful. So if you're unknowingly texting a person using a non-updated version of the app and try to unsend a message, there will be no way to know if your message was really unsent (unless you check their phone, of course).

Either way, we're sure this comes as the ultimate relief for many, many users

The new feature will soon be available on all Android and iOS devices

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Before long, you'll finally have a way to erase those embarrassing texts you thought were a good idea.


Shop For Vintage & Unique Goodies In This Pop-Up Market At The Ombak Festival

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Get ready for a fun-filled weekend featuring awesome food, music, culture, and shopping at Ombak Festival in Desaru Coast!

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Johor's first ever coastal lifestyle event is gonna be lit! With Desaru Coast famed for it's beautiful beaches that bring you closer to nature with all the modern indulgence you need, it's the perfect backdrop for this one-of-a-kind event.Take note of the event details:Date: 5-7 July 2019Time: 10am-10pmLocation: Desaru Coast RiversideAdmission is FREE at Desaru Coast Riverside, including admission to Pentas Best FM concert on 5 July 2019 at 8.30pm. Click here for more info. *Tickets must be purchased to enter Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast

The Ombak Festival is making waves! Watch this video to get a taste of things to come:

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Here's a sneak peek of what's happening at Ombak Festival:

1. Shop for handcrafted, vintage, and unique goodies at the Market Place

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Browse the pop-up stalls for amazing finds that include batik, vintage home decor items, potted plants and succulents, handmade dolls, natural balms and skincare remedies, handcrafted wood, local trinkets, and so much more.

2. Feast on delicious treats from the many food trucks at Eat Street

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Indulge in the best food truck eats! From soft shell tacos drizzled with rich cheese sauce from Tacoloco to epic nasi goreng crab stick from Mr Road Kitchen, there's something for everyone. Get your fill of sweet desserts, hot artisanal coffee, and Ais Kapal Milo ;)

3. Enjoy amazing live music acts at the amphitheatre

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Feel the beat as traditional acts take centre stage during the festival. Featuring performances of angklung, gamelan, lion dance, and more, your weekend is going to be filled with great vibes and chill tunes.

4. Be inspired by our beautiful culture and heritage with workshops and performances of Malaysian traditional arts

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Get hands-on and try natural dye making, wayang kulit, pineapple paper making, layang-layang, and so much more!

5. Soak up the sun and sea at the beach and water park

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Head over to the gorgeous sandy white beaches for loads of water activities, then chill and dine at the Beach Bar. Looking for even more excitement? Spend the day on giant water slides, rides, and more at Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast.

And enjoy amazing promos and packages for your next holiday:

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Enjoy fun activities, live performances, good food, and more at the first edition of the Ombak Festival at Desaru Coast! Click here for more info.

Come and enjoy fun activities, live performances, good food, free concert and more at the first edition of the Ombak Festival @ Desaru Coast!
Happening from 5 to 7 July 2019!

Free entry! Stay tuned!

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[RASMI] Coldplay Umum Bakal Adakan Konsert 'World Tour' Di Singapura Selama 4 Hari

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Coldplay hari ini secara rasminya mengumumkan pertambahan lokasi dalam jadual baharu bagi konsert Music of the Spheres World Tour (MOTSWT) mereka di Asia

Menerusi posting yang dimuat naik oleh Live Nation Singapore, pihak mereka memaklumkan bahawa Coldplay akan kembali semula ke Singapura selepas kali terakhir ketika konsert A Head Full of Dreams pada tahun 2017.Buat julung kalinya, band itu bakal membuat persembahan di Stadium Nasional (National Stadium) Singapura selama empat hari iaitu pada 23, 24, 26 dan 27 Januari 2024.Ia sekali gus menjadi penampilan pertama buat Coldplay yang akan beraksi selama empat malam di venue yang sama.

 :       -     We are proud to present @coldplay's record-breaking #MOTSWT live in SG, where they’ll become the first act ever to play FOUR nights at our National Stadium!  pic.twitter.com/AV4qgg7tUd— Live Nation SG (@livenationsg) June 12, 2023

Pengumuman itu dibuat beberapa hari selepas Live Nation Singapore memuat naik teaser yang memaparkan promosi jelajah Coldplay yang dimainkan di skrin beberapa bangunan di Singapura

Jelajah Dunia 'Music Of The Spheres' Coldplay telah terjual lebih tujuh juta tiket iaitu jumlah paling banyak untuk mana-mana jelajah sepanjang dua tahun lepas, dan telah memperoleh kumpulan itu anugerah Artis Jelajah Kegemaran di Anugerah Muzik Amerika 2022.Sebagai sebahagian daripada inisiatif kemampanan kumpulan itu, Jelajah Dunia Music Of The Spheres Coldplay telah menghasilkan 47 peratus kurang pelepasan karbon berbanding jelajah stadium mereka sebelum ini pada 2016/2017.Lima juta pokok juga telah ditanam di seluruh dunia, satu untuk setiap penonton konsert.

#MOTSWT pic.twitter.com/se2XNK7mIL— Live Nation SG (@livenationsg) June 10, 2023

Prajualan tiket konsert itu akan diadakan pada 19 Jun dari 2 petang hingga 11.59 malam.Jualan terbuka kemudiannya akan bermula pada 20 Jun dari 2 petang melalui Ticketmaster, dengan harga tiket bermula dari S$68, tidak termasuk yuran tempahan.Band itu juga telah mengumumkan bahawa mereka akan mengeluarkan sejumlah tiket Infinity yang terhad, berharga bersamaan dengan AS$20 (S$27), untuk konsert itu nanti.Selain Singapura, Coldplay juga menambah Manila dan Bangkok ke dalam siri jelajah mereka yang sedang berlangsung, masing-masing pada 19 Januari dan 3 Februari tahun depan.Sementara itu, untuk show di Malaysia pula, band itu akan beraksi di Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur pada 22 November 2023.

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14 Things You Can't Avoid During Chinese New Year

1. Chinese New Year songs

Chinese New Year songs
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2. "When are you going to get married?"

"When Are You Going To Get Married?"
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3. Being compared to your more successful cousins

You feel like you have dishonoured yourself, your family, and your cow.
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4. Fireworks exploding at 2am

Fireworks exploding at 2am
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5. The smoke from your neighbour's firecrackers entering your house

The smoke from your neighbour's fireworks entering your house
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6. Hyperactive children who have had a little too much sugary cookies

You will need help to escape the horror
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7. Opening a jar of 'Milo tin' hoping to have some of your favourite Kuih Kapit, but all there's left is cookie crumbs

Opening a jar of 'Milo tin' hoping to have some of your favourite Kuih Kapit, but all there's left is cookie crumbs
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8. All that eating

You can't stop eating
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9. Feeling like you've gained 10kg after Chinese New Year

Feeling like you've gained 10kg after Chinese New Year
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10. Everything is loud and noisy

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11. Red, red everywhere

No black clothes during Chinese New Year
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12. 'Ang Pows' that are really thick, but are actually filled with 6 pieces of RM1 notes

'Ang Pows' that are really thick, but are actually filled with 6 pieces of RM1 notes
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13. Addressing your uncles and aunties by the wrong title

Accidentally addressing your uncles' and aunties' by the wrong title
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14. Deciding where to go to shop for nice Chinese New Year clothes

Deciding where to go for the best Chinese New Year clothes
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Woman Who Planted Bomb In Istanbul That Killed 6 People Arrested By Turkish Police

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Turkey blamed Kurdish militants on Monday, 14 November, for an explosion that killed six people in a busy Istanbul shopping street, and police detained a Syrian woman suspected of having planted the bomb among a sweep of 47 arrests

In an initial questioning, the woman said she was trained by Kurdish militants in Syria and entered Turkey through northwest Syria's Afrin region, the police said.Istanbul police named the suspected bomber as Ahlam Albashir, a Syrian national, who was detained in an overnight raid in the city's Kucukcekmece district.Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) and the Syrian Kurdish YPG militia were responsible for the blast on Istiklal Avenue on Sunday, 13 November, an incident that recalled similar attacks in years past.Soylu said the order was given in Kobani, a city in northern Syria, where Turkish forces have carried out operations against the YPG in recent years.Ankara says the YPG is a wing of the PKK. The United States has supported the YPG in the conflict in Syria, stoking friction between NATO allies.

An undated handout picture released by Turkish police shows an unidentified blast suspect arrested in Istanbul, Turkey.
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According to Istanbul police, Albashir said during questioning that she was trained by Kurdish militants and entered Turkey through Afrin, another northern Syrian town

Earlier television news reports showed images of a person, who appeared to be a woman, leaving a package below a raised flower bed in the middle of the avenue just before the attack.A Turkish official said the possibility of Daesh being responsible for the attack was "not entirely disregarded."

Six Turkish citizens, two members each of three families, were killed in the attack

Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu talks to journalists as he visits a blast site in Istiklal Avenue in Istanbul, Turkey, on 14 November 2022.
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No group has claimed responsibility.Of those wounded, two of the five people being treated in intensive care were in a critical condition, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said. They were among the 26 wounded still in hospital, while 55 people had been discharged.The attack sparked concerns that more of such incidents could occur ahead of elections set for June 2023, which polls show President Recep Tayyip Erdogan could lose after two decades in power.Istanbul has been attacked in the past by Kurdish, Daesh, and leftist militants. A wave of bombings and other attacks began nationwide when a ceasefire between Ankara and the PKK broke down in mid-2015, ahead of elections in November that year.