Nazri's Wife Is Selling Her Beach Resort In Kelantan For RM24 Million

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Datin Seri Haflin Saiful, UMNO leader Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Aziz's wife, is putting up her beach resort in Bachok, Kelantan for sale

As managing director of Villa Danialla Beach Resort, the 39-year-old said she was initially reluctant to give up the place as it was founded and built by her late mother.However, she told Getaran that she has to let the resort go due to several reasons, including a lack of sufficient time to manage operations.

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She said the villa, which has been in operation for 15 years and built on 3.4 hectares of land, is worth an estimated RM24 million

It has 79 rooms, two halls, and an Olympic-sized infinity pool overlooking the beach.

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According to Haflin, the villa was built entirely with her mother's salary, and that she saw her mother's perseverance in developing the villa since young

The Vibes reported that her mother, the late Datuk Siti Hamidah Hamat, eventually left her corporate work in Kuala Lumpur to fully tend to the place."Mother not only handled the operations, but all the big trees at the entrance were also planted by the both of us to make this area more beautiful," Haflin said.

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Image via @villadanialla (Instagram)

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Due to her attachment to the place, Haflin said she wants to find a buyer who has extensive experience in managing resorts

"It's not easy to let all this go and that's why I'm really careful in finding buyers. I'm worried that my mother's legacy (will be) erased if the sale is made carelessly," she said."I want to see Villa Danialla continue to operate even when I am no longer the owner."

Last year, Haflin was accused of flouting home quarantine when she was seen outside on a beach after testing positive for COVID-19:

                "It Is My Private Beach" — Nazri's Wife Explains Why She Was Out During Home Quarantine

Datin Seri Haflin Saiful also posted Instagram Stories of herself cycling outdoors.

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In July 2021, Nazri was also embroiled in controversy for using his wife's Instagram to slam netizens who criticised him:

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Meet 300 Startup Founders And Industry Experts At This Upcoming Summit In Cyberjaya

Looking to start your own business or already own one and want to know how you can grow it?

The inaugural Cyberjaya Startup Summit coming up this May is for both aspiring and established entrepreneurs who want to take their business to the next level

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The theme for the summit this year is on Sustainable Entrepreneurship. Held over two days, the event will include workshops, panel discussions and pitching sessions.You will get a chance to meet and exchange ideas with 300 other startup founders, techies, accelerators, investors, government agencies, corporate partners and fellow industry experts.

Budding entrepreneurs can take advantage of this opportunity to recruit talents, raise funds and draw from the experiences and insights of founders from successful Malaysian startups

You will also be able to learn how to combat serious and relevant issues faced in our startup ecosystem.

Some of the topics that will be discussed include:

Blockchain technology in Malaysia & SEAFintech in Malaysia & SEASmart City & IoT initiatives in MalaysiaDigital Marketing & advertisingThe funding ecosystem & government support

Amongst some of the diverse line-up of speakers and businesses are Supahands co-founder Mark Koh, 100% Project co-founder Andrew Yong, Suzanne Ling co-founder of The Picha Project, and Digital News Asia founder Karamjit Singh.
Here are some of the speakers and panelists:

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Ticket pricing starts at RM100 per person (inclusive of breakfast, lunch and tea)

Date: 12th-13th May 2018 (Saturday & Sunday)Venue: The Launchpad, CyberjayaAddress: 1st Floor, Block 2330, Century Square, Jalan Usahawan, 63000 Cyberjaya.Find out more here or on their Facebook page!

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[ALERT] Penang Will Experience More Rain Today. Here's What You Should And Shouldn't Do

Penang has been severely hit by floods, with the situation only getting worse as the water level keeps rising

The floods hit Penang on Saturday evening as strong winds lashed across the island and mainland, resulting in uprooted trees and massive traffic jams all around.So far two deaths have been reported and there is a report of one person missing in Kampung Perlis, Jalan Assumption in Butterworth.Following the chaos caused by floods, the Malaysian Meteorological Department issued a heavy rain warning with Penang and parts of Kedah receiving a "red" notice.

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Image via Penang Kini

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And earlier today, 5 November, the official Facebook page of CM Lim Guan Eng posted a warning for more heavy rain

According to the warning posted on CM Lim Guan Eng's Facebook page, Penang will experience more rain today, 5 November.Prior to this, he had reached out to Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi for the army's help in dealing with the worsening situation in Penang. According to a report in Malaysiakini, Lim made the phone call to Zahid at 3.30am“The heavy rain continues to hit Penang, I have successfully contacted him, and he has promised to send the army to help save Penang.“I thank him for answering my call at 3.30am," Lim was quoted saying during his visit to the Bagan relief centre in Seberang Perai, which was without electricity.

As per the alert, here's what you should and shouldn't do:

You should:Stay at home for your own safety.Move to higher ground if your house is located in a low land area.Move your belongings to higher places.Assist by co-operating with the relief team. This will minimise the risk of casualty.You shouldn't:Venture out for outdoor activities.Engage in activities such as mountain climbing, etc.If you are already out, it is adviced that you return back home ASAP. If you are stuck, please call the police (999) for emergency assistance immediately.

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As these photos of George Town shows, the situation in Penang has only worsened following Saturday's flash floods

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Image via RAMDZAN MASIAM/NST

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Meanwhile, earlier today, a landslide-cum-sinkhole tore up a road in Tanjung Bungah. No casualties were reported.

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The landslide happened in front of a row of newly-built luxury houses. Luckily, the houses were unoccupied.

Tanah runtuh di Beverly Hills, Tanjung Bungah, PenangTanah runtuh di Beverly Hills, Tanjung Bungah, PenangPosted by Sukan Star TV - sstv.my on Saturday, 4 November 2017

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Do You Still Need To Wear A Mask In Public If You Seem Healthy? Here's What MOH & WHO Says

On 10 June, Malaysia entered into its next phase to battle the COVID-19 pandemic. This phase — called the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) — has fewer restrictions and will last until 31 August.

In a special televised address on Sunday, 7 June, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced that while the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) will end as scheduled on 9 June, the RMCO marks the entry of the country into the 'exit strategy' phase."During the implementation period of RMCO, more restrictions will be relaxed to allow the public to carry out their daily activities while complying to the standard operating procedures (SOPs)," said Muhyiddin.He announced that almost all social, religious, business, and educational activities will be allowed to resume in stages under strict SOPs during the RMCO and that if there is an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases within this period, Enhanced MCO will be executed in the affected areas.

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Under RMCO, while interstate travel will be permitted — except for areas placed under Enhanced MCO — international travel will remain close as the country's borders remain shut.Among other things, hair salons, morning and night markets will be allowed to open along with eased out restrictions on leisure activities such as visiting museums and entertainment outlets, etc.The Prime Minister also announced that Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration and Qurban activities will also be permitted in this new phase. However, the organisers must adhere to SOPs.Additionally, while schools will be opened in stages, places like nightclubs, theme parks, and karaoke centres, as well as large gatherings such as kenduri (feast), will still be barred during the RMCO.

This raises an important question about wearing a face mask in crowded places where social distancing might not be possible

So what are the health authorities like The Ministry of Health (MOH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) saying about wearing face masks even for people who are or seem healthy?The WHO, in its latest advice issued on 5 June, recommends wearing masks for infected individuals to prevent onward transmission and also for those who are healthy for protection.The agency, however, added that the use of a mask alone is insufficient to provide an adequate level of protection or source control that and other personal and community level measures as such hand hygiene, physical distancing should also be adopted to suppress transmission of respiratory viruses.Separately, the WHO director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that masks are not a replacement for physical distancing, hand hygiene, and other public health measures to fight COVID-19."People can potentially infect themselves if they use contaminated hands to adjust a mask or to repeatedly take it off and put it on, without cleaning hands in between. Masks can also create a false sense of security, leading people to neglect measures such as hand hygiene and physical distancing. I cannot say this clearly enough: masks alone will not protect you from COVID-19," Dr Tedros said.Following which, Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that MOH strongly recommends and encourages the use of face masks in public places that are crowded.

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Masks are useful in reducing the risk of viral transmissions

According to Dr Noor Hisham, the public is strongly recommended to use face masks, especially the elderly and those with symptoms of COVID-19 at crowded places such as during public commute.Meanwhile, the WHO gave examples of where the general public should be encouraged to use medical and non-medical masks in areas with known or suspected community transmission.

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The agency added that studies provide evidence that the use of a medical mask can prevent the spread of infectious droplets from symptomatic infected person to someone else and potential contamination of the environment by these droplets and that disposable surgical masks or reusable 12–16-layer cotton masks are associated with the protection of healthy individuals within households and among contacts of cases.

However, the agency also emphasised that the use of masks by healthy people comes with its own set of potential harms and benefits

Among the benefits, it listed:— reduced potential exposure risk from infected persons before they develop symptoms,— reduced potential stigmatisation of individuals wearing masks to prevent infecting others or of people caring for COVID-19 patients in non-clinical settings,— making people feel they can play a role in contributing to stopping the spread of the virus.One other benefit, according to the WHO, is that wearing masks by the general public has the potential to boost social and economic benefits."The production of non-medical masks may offer a source of income for those able to manufacture masks within their communities. Fabric masks can also be a form of cultural expression, encouraging public acceptance of protection measures in general," it said, adding that "the safe re-use of fabric masks will also reduce costs and waste and contribute to sustainability".While listing out likely disadvantages of the use of a mask by healthy people, the WHO said:— a false sense of security, leading to potentially lower adherence to other critical preventive measures such as physical distancing and hand hygiene,— potential increased risk of self-contamination due to the manipulation of a face mask and subsequently touching eyes with contaminated hands,— potential self-contamination that can occur if nonmedical masks are not changed when wet or soiled. This can create favourable conditions for microorganism to amplify,— potential headache and/or breathing difficulties, depending on the type of mask used,— potential development of facial skin lesions, irritant dermatitis or worsening acne, when used frequently for long hours,— waste management issues; improper mask disposal leading to increased litter in public places, risk of contamination to street cleaners, and environmental hazard,— difficulty communicating for deaf persons who rely on lip-reading.

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Furthermore, the WHO said that if masks are recommended for the general public, the decision-maker should consider steps like clearly communicating the purpose of wearing a mask, where, when, how

"Explain what wearing a mask may achieve and what it will not achieve, and communicate clearly that this is one part of a package of measures along with hand hygiene, physical distancing, and other measures that are all necessary and all reinforce each other," the agency said.— Inform/train people on when and how to use masks safely, i.e. put on, wear, remove, clean, and dispose,— consider the feasibility of use, supply/access issues, social and psychological acceptance,— continue gathering scientific data and evidence on the effectiveness of mask use,— evaluate the impact (positive, neutral or negative) of using masks in the general population.

While we are on the topic, read how the pandemic has shone a light on the extraordinary work of a Malaysian doctor who stopped a plague:

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[PHOTOS] These Breathtaking Images Are The Winners Of The iPhone Photography Awards 2014

iPhone Photography Awards is an informal effort to recognize the best in amateur iPhone photography

The first-place winner in the “Travel” category. (Adrienne Pitts/IPPA)
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The competition, which dates back to 2007, the year of the iPhone's debut, is the first and longest photo contest focused on the powers of your favorite portable photography device. IPPA is an informal effort to recognize the best in amateur iPhone photography; with a $3 entrance fee and only two requirements — that the photos be taken on an iPhone, iPod or iPad and that they not be Photoshopped — it’s truly a photo contest for the everyman.

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MIHAI COLIBAN Bucharest, Romania 3rd Place Lifestyle
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Thousands of artists from all over the world contributed their best images captured via iPhone, iPod or iPad, submitting them to 17 categories including sunsets, travel and architecture. The photos can be manipulated on phone apps like Instagram, but Photoshop and other desktop post-processing methods are prohibited. As you'll see, most photographers don't even need to manipulate their stunning images with faux vintage filters.

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The winners have consistently been stunning: fields of glaciers, half-lit still lives, Technicolor sunsets. The winners of the eighth annual IPPAWARDS came from 17 countries.

JORDAN FRASER Belfast, Ireland 2nd Place Travel
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This year 54 photographers took home prizes, hailing from 17 countries overall. The winning images range from adorable animals to breathtaking landscapes to aesthetically intriguing architectural forms. We've included a small fraction of the victors below. Take a look and perhaps you'll be inspired by the vast artistic potential just waiting in your humble iOS.

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COCU LIU Cocu Liu, IL United States 2nd Place Trees
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You can also check out the IPPA website to learn about how you can be a part of next year's competition.

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Photographer of the year - 1st to 3rd

1st Place – 2014 Photographer of the Year (Julio Lucas/IPPA)
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2nd Place – 2014 Photographer of the Year (Jose Luis Barcia Fernandez/IPPA)
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3rd Place – 2014 Photographer of the Year (Jill Missner/IPPA)
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Architecture - 1st to 3rd

1st Place — Architecture (Yilang Peng/IPPA)
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2nd Place — Architecture (Chun Wai To/IPPA)
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3rd Place — Architecture (Coco Liu/IPPA)
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Landscape - 1st to 3rd

1st Place — Landscape (Elena Grimailo/IPPA)
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2nd Place — Landscape (Gwenn McGill/IPPA)
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3rd Place — Landscape (Craig Harvey/IPPA)
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Flowers - 1st to 3rd

1st Place — Flowers (Jenny Anderson/IPPA)
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2nd Place — Flowers (Lee Atwell/IPPA)
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3rd Place — Flowers (Monica Ganter/IPPA)
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Sunsets - 1st to 3rd

1st Place — Sunsets (Little Su/IPPA)
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2nd Place — Sunsets (Danielle Millar/IPPA)
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3rd Place — Sunsets (Edward Adams/IPPA)
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Panorama - 1st to 3rd

1st Place — Panorama (Kyle  G. Horst/IPPA)
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2nd Place — Panorama (Roberto Pastrovicchio/IPPA)
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3rd Place — Panorama (Birsan Ionut Liviu/IPPA)
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Animals - 1st to 3rd

1st Place — Animals (Michael Oneal/IPPA)
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2nd Place — Animals (Naomi Wu/IPPA)
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3rd Place — Animals (Teddy Cohen/IPPA)
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[PHOTOS] This New Whimsical Dessert Cafe In PJ Is Giving Us Relaxing Beach Vacation Vibes

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If you're in the mood for a getaway but can't make the trip, there's a new dessert cafe in Kota Damansara that might just be the perfect substitute

Known as Oh Apong, this cafe offers a cheerful and refreshing ambience that'll help you unwind from the stresses and worries of life... as though you're on a holiday somewhere far away from home.

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With their minimalistic rattan and wooden furniture, whimsical blinds, and strategically placed shrubs, Oh Apong will make you feel like you're at your dream vacation island

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Just imagine spending a lazy Sunday afternoon lounging on these chairs with a delicious dessert and your favourite book in hand. Oh Apong definitely gives off holiday feels!

While you're here, you should try their signature gula apong ice cream that's drizzled in gula apong sauce and topped with crunchy multi-grain cereal

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Aside from that, they also serve a variety of delightful treats, including salted caramel cream puffs, chocolate peanut butter cake, lemon coconut cake, salted caramel chocolate cake, and Valrhona chocolate brownies.If you want to munch on something savoury, they also have chicken pot pie, tuna puff, mushroom quiche, nasi lemak, and more. Wash it down with a cup of coffee or tea of your choice, which you can order from a large menu with many interesting beverages like apong coffee latte, passion fruit soda coffee, ice cream boba milk tea, and osmanthus oolong iced tea.

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Every nook and cranny of this quaint little cafe is designed to give off picture-perfect vibes reminiscent of a tropical paradise

You probably wouldn't be able to leave until you've snapped a few hundred photos for your Instagram feed.... after the Movement Control Order (MCO) is over, of course.

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Address:F1-03 Emporis, Persiaran Surian, Kota Damansara, 47810 SelangorOpening hours:8am - 8pm (During the MCO)Note that they only do takeaway meals during the lockdown period as dine-ins are currently not allowed.Check out their Instagram for more information.

You might also like to visit these other aesthetic cafes in Kota Damansara before dropping by Oh Apong for dessert:

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Working In Our Pajamas & 4 Other Things We're Gonna Miss About Staying Home 24/7

This Spotlight is sponsored by Coca-Cola.

As offices reopen and as kids go back to school, we're kinda going to miss the special moments we had together at home

Despite what was going on around the world, we found a way to band together from our homes, and create truly unique memories. From video calls to dating at home, we definitely made the most of the situation we were put in.That's why Coca-Cola wants to remind us to appreciate our loved ones, because things just taste so much better when we're together!

Here are five things we're going to miss about staying home:

1. Spending so much quality time with family and loved ones, with no distractions from the outside

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This is especially true for families with younger kids. With schools closed, parents had to take on so much more. And while it was tough, it was really quite special. We'll miss having our days filled with hugs, kisses, and laughter from the little ones.Meanwhile, couples got to spend more time with each other than before, from elaborate date nights at home to just kicking back with a glass of Coca-Cola at the end of the day. Adult kids living at home also really learned to appreciate everything their parents do for them, like homecooked food every night <3

2. We spent SO. MUCH. TIME. in the kitchen, whipping up our cravings from scratch

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Not only did we save money from eating out all the time, we actually picked up a new skill! There's something extra satisfying about chowing down on your favourite meal that you recreated at home. Every meal felt a little more special, and tasted a little more delicious.

3. Waking up late and working in our jammies all day

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No early alarms, no endless snooze buttons, no dressing up, no rush hour traffic... bliss! While working from home had its challenges, it was a welcome change. And it turns out, not impossible to do. With more time to sleep, we felt more awake and productive throughout the day.

4. We finally had some time to ourselves

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From binging on Netflix, snacks, and Coca-Cola, to indulging in home spa treatments, boy, did we spoil ourselves rotten! Let's face it, we deserved sleeping in till the afternoons on weekends, lathering our faces with facial masks, and figuring out how to give each other haircuts.The last few months were like hitting the 'reset' button on life; we took things slowly and we're finally not suffering from FOMO (because no one's doing anything, anyway, so what's there to miss out on?)We've realised that it's okay to not "do" anything sometimes when we're overwhelmed, and its okay to take a breather every once in a while.

5. We realised what's really important to us

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Maybe you missed being around other people, connecting, making new friends or meeting old ones. Perhaps you longed for the great outdoors, going on hikes, walking along sandy beaches, or just going for a walk in the park. Or, maybe, you just enjoyed your own solitude. As much as it was nice to be disconnected from the world for a while, we began to realise how wonderful the smaller things in life made you feel.

All in all, staying at home gave us more perspective on the things that really matter, and we learned so much throughout the whole process, be it about ourselves or the people around us.

Coca-Cola wants to bring you and your loved ones closer, and to help you cherish the special moments with one another

Coca-Cola has always been part of our special moments, be it celebrations or simple everyday moments. We order it at restaurants, sip on it as we munch popcorn at the cinema, and always make sure to stock up on big bottles of it for house parties and potlucks. Now that we're adapting to the new normal, it continues to be part of the wonderful moments and memories we have together at home. Watch the video below to see how:

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There's nothing like a refreshing sip of Coca-Cola to accompany hearty family dinners, at-home movie date nights, or to just take a break from work. If there's one thing that the MCO has taught is, it's to appreciate those who matter most. No matter what we're doing, it's always better together.Coca-Cola wants to remind us all to live in the moment with the people you love because things just taste better when you're together.

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There's A Brand New Airline Operating From KLIA And Putrajaya Has No Idea About It

As much as ridiculous the headline may sound to you, please bear with us. Because the story is much crazier.

On 24 July, Sunday, the Malay Mail Online reported, via Galaksi Media Online, about a brand new airline's glittery launch in Subang, called MonSpace Sky Airline.

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Operated by Suasa Air Sdn Bhd, MonSpace Sky Airline is reportedly operating from the KLIA, running domestic flights to Langkawi. It is owned by one Dr. Jessy Lai.

According to her "biography" on her website, she's "a multi-faceted entrepreneur", philanthropist, inspirational coach, educator, and investor. However, one of the several businesses that Dr. Jassy Lai is involved in, sounds a lot like those pyramid schemes.

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According to the report, the airline will also be operating international flights to Mecca and several places in China, such as Hangzhou, Chongqing, Xi-An, and Chengdu.MonSpace Sky Airlines claims to be "one of the largest private airlines in Malaysia", and owns "the largest fleet of Boeing 737 and 747" airplanes, it so claimed on its website.

Shila Amzah is the ambassador of MonSpace Sky Airlines

    I'm the ambassador of #monspaceskyairlines ❤ we're going to langkawi later ! So excited! A photo posted by 茜拉shila amzah (@shahilaamzah) on Jul 22, 2016 at 2:55am PDT

Another guest was Hong Kong celebrity, Maria Cordero

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Here's the crazy part:

The Ministry of Transport has no clue about this MonSpace Sky Airline!Transport Minister Liow Tiong Lai says the so-called airline was not even approved by Putrajaya. In fact, The Star Online quoted him saying, "I have not heard of this airline."However, he said that the Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) had only approved charter airline Suasa Air's Air Operator's Certificate, but explained it is not able to operate just yet, as it has not obtained the Air Service Permit to transport passengers.

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And now the crazier part:

Remember him?

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He is Zhang Jian, the Chinese national, who made headlines in the country back in 2014 after large-scale signboards were put up in Penang, proclaiming himself as "the future richest person in the world".He was represented by one of MonSpace's operators, who had acted as Zhang's spokesperson. Zhang was forced to leave Malaysia after Putrajaya cracked down on his pyramid scheme that reportedly duped people in Malaysia RM300 million.

In short, there's a brand new airline in Malaysia, called MonSpace Sky Airline, said to be operating from KLIA.
It is owned by a businesswoman whose one of the businesses sounds slightly shady and whose company once represented Zhang Jian, a completely shady person.
Meanwhile, Putrajaya has not even heard about it.

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Malaysia's First Autism-Friendly Mall Launches New 'Calm Rooms' And They Look So Inviting

Sunway Putra Mall, Malaysia’s first autism-friendly mall is introducing their second Calm Room specially designed for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

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If you're a parent of a child on the spectrum, then you'll definitely know how stressful shopping can be. The lights, sounds, and crowds can just be so overwhelming, and can lead to anxiety attacks and meltdowns :(That's why Sunway Putra Mall's autism-friendly initiative, called 'Autsome', really is so awesome.Apart from promoting an inclusive and comfortable shopping experience, the mall seeks to increase the public’s understanding and acceptance on ASD.

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With over 1,000 individuals registered as Autsome members, Sunway Putra Mall is providing a brand new Calm Room at Level 3

Equipped with calming elements that help ease stress during a sensory overload or meltdown in the mall, the Calm Room swaps bright lights with fibre optics and warm lights. There's even an essential oil diffuser to help you and your little one relax when things get too much!

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The room has comfy bean bags, throw pillows, and weighted blanket for individuals with autism to relax and lay down. There’s also an Art & Reading Corner to help unwind, as well as books, jigsaw puzzles, doodle corners, and more.

The room even uses facial recognition to ensure only registered Autsome members can enter

And for parents, you can also unwind from the hustle and bustle of the busy mall in the Lounge Area sponsored by SSF.

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Also available in the Calm Room are a Sensory Wall and a Sensory Play Area

The Sensory Wall includes a tactile collage with a selection of textured materials on the wall. While the Sensory Play Area provides intriguing toys and musical instruments.Both these areas help sensory stimulation of individuals with autism to engage in different areas of the brain and help them to absorb and retain information.

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At Sunway Putra Mall, every Tuesday is designated as Autism Friendly Shopping Day

Register as an Autsome member and receive lots of benefits, including an Autsome Kit. This welcome kit includes a car sticker and wrist band.

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On Tuesdays, members are entitled to enjoy privileges and services such as:- Dimmed Lights & Volume Down Music - Lights and music at the common area and participating outlets will be dimmed / lowered down and outlets will have ‘Priority Lane’.- Reserved Parking – Parking bays at Basement 1 are reserved every Tuesday for the convenience of families with autistic individuals.- Shopping Assistance – Customer Care is able to lend a helping hand to carry shopping bags and further assistances when required

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Apart from this, there is also Autism-friendly facilities that are available daily:- Calm Room at Lower Ground/ Level 3 – A room that provides a calming environment with dimmed lights and tools such as sensory toys, weighted blankets, essential oils, bean bags and more. This room is available in case of a meltdown.- Sensory Wall – Walls with sensory friendly textures are available at Level 3 and Level 2- And so much more!

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Have You Seen This Bollywood Guy Do The Van Damme Split? #RANDOMWEDNESDAY

[VIDEO] CGI Got Help From Chuck Norris In His Epic Christmas Split Parody

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Chuck Norris' parody of the epic Volvo split.
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[VIDEO] Channing Tatum's Parody Of The Epic Volvo Split

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Channing Tatum has been goofing around on the set of 22 Jump Street poking fun at Jean-Claude Van Damme’s epic split. His video has garnered almost 3 million views on YouTube in just 2 days.

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This Volvo Van Damme split has gone viral on the Internet...

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The video is meant to demonstrate Volvo Truck's Dynamic Steering, a new capability that enables the two trucks to maintain the exact same distance and speed while travelling in reverse.

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Action star Jean-Claude Van Damme performs one of his world-famous splits between two trucks being driven in reverse.

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RANDOM TREASURE: We found out that this Bollywood guy, Ajay Devgun, did the same way back in the 90's. Here's what you get when Van Damme's voice meets Bollywood split:

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The Van Damme stunt was done with just ONE take: how did they do it?! Watching the behind-the-scenes video might explain a thing or two.

Van Damme’s feet aren’t secured to the mirrors, video director Andreas Nilsson said, “but we had him rigged so that if he would fall off he wouldn’t die obviously. We didn’t want to be responsible for killing the Muscles from Brussels.”

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Volvo says Van Damme does have one foot on each truck as the two vehicles slowly back up and get farther apart.

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To pull it off, Volvo commandeered a closed airport in Spain and waited for sunrise. Van Damme, being Van Damme, needed only one take to make it work.

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What people have to say about Volvo's splitting ad

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Advertisers Should Just Quit. Nothing Will Ever Top This Volvo Commercial. This makes me want to sell my house and buy a Volvo truck.

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BONUS PARODY: Rob Ford, a Canadian mayor did a parody of the split, with his own #VanFord hashtag. Not bad?

This truly impressive face dub of disgraced Toronto Mayor Rob Ford onto the body of Jean-Claude Van Damme in his "Epic Split" ad for Volvo Trucks.

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Ford, the controversial mayor of Toronto, has not been the picture of serenity amid admissions of drug use and drunkenness.

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[PHOTOS] What Pakistan Doesn't Want People To Read About Its Ties With Bin Laden

This week, The New York Times Magazine published a long article with the provocative headline "What Pakistan Knew About Bin Laden"

The article, a 4,800-word excerpt from a forthcoming book by Times reporter Carlotta Gall to be published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt next month, appeared in New York Times magazine in the US and was intended as a front-page article of International New York Times. While the story appears on most copies of the international edition, it doesn't show up in papers distributed in Pakistan, about 9,000 copies, according to the publisher.

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Al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden was traced to Pakistan's Abbottabad and shot dead by US special forces on May 2, 2011.
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Someone in Pakistan didn't take too kindly to the story

The story delves into the shadowy world of Pakistan's political and intelligence communities, examining what the country may have hidden from the United States while outwardly cooperating with the hunt to find Osama bin Laden in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks.

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So the print edition of the International New York Times in Pakistan cut the article in its entirety, and ran with a blank space where it would have been

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This is how it ran on the front page of the Times' international edition published in Asia on Saturday:

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The missing story played out on Twitter as Gall herself made light of the censorship by posting a photo of the errant edition on her account with the note: "Breakfast in Islamabad"

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And others followed suit...

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With some of them clearly miffed at the apparent censorship, questioning the stand...

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Times's Pakistan printer, part of Express Tribune newspaper in that country, removed the article without its knowledge

"We would never self-censor and this decision was made without our knowledge or agreement," she said in an email. "While we understand that our publishing partners are sometimes faced with local pressures, we regret any censorship of our journalism."

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Kes HFMD Meningkat 300% Di Perak. Ini 6 Langkah Pencegahan Yang Ibu Bapa Perlu Amalkan

Baru-baru ini kes HFMD di Perak telah meningkat sebanyak 300%

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Melngikut laporan, sejak dari awal Januari hingga 25 Februari 2017 kes penyakit kaki, mulut dan tangan (HFMD) ini telah meningkat sebanyak 300% iaitu bersamaan dengan 538 kes."Untuk tahun ini sahaja, sembilan wabak dikesan berlaku. Tiga daripadanya di tadika, masing-masing dua di sekolah rendah dan rumah persendirian. Sementara satu kes berlaku di taska dan institusi jagaan kanak-kanak khas. Bagaimanapun tiada kematian yang dilaporkan setakat ini," lapor Datuk Dr Mang Hang Soon selaku Exco Kerajaan Negeri PerakBerbanding dengan kes sebanyak 138 kes pada tahun lepas, kes yang didapati tahun ini meningkat lebih banyak dan ini merisaukan pelbagai pihak terutamanya para ibu bapa.

Jadi apakah Penyakit Kaki, Mulut dan Tangan (HFMD) ini?

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Penyakit Kaki, Mulut & Tangan ini adalah disebabkan oleh virus yang dikenali sebagai enterovirus. Jangkitan penyakit atau virus ini berlaku melalui sentuhan kanak-kanak itu dengan najis seperti mukus hidung, air liur dan juga najis. Virus ini akan merebak apabila tangan yang kotor itu menyentuh permukaan terbuka atau alatan permainan.Apakah simptom penyakit HFMD ini?1. Demam2. Hilang selera makan3. Ruam dan melepuh di bahagian tapak tangan dan kaki4. Ulser di mulut (tekak dan lidah)5. Bintik-bintik merah kelihatan

Langkah-langkah yang perlu diambil untuk mencegah HFMD ialah:

1. Elakkan pergi ke tempat awam

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Seelok-eloknya kurangkan lah aktiviti di luar buat sementara waktu. Janganlah membawa anak anda ke tempat awam seperti tempat asuhan, sekolah, taman, kolam renang dan juga kompleks membeli-belah. Ini kerana kita tidak mahu jangkitannya merebak kepada kanak-kanak yang lain.

2. Amalkan cara membasuh tangan dengan betul

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Membasuh tangan dengan bersih adalah kunci utama untuk mencegah sebarang penyakit. Tetapi jangan basuh begitu saja, pastikan anda membasuh tangan dengan betul. Gunakan sabun dan cuci tangan anda secara menyeluruh. Pastikan juga anda mengeringkan tangan selepas membasuhnya.

3. Mencuci peralatan mainan

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Penyakit ini merebak melalui sentuhan, oleh itu kanak-kanak sering bermain dengan permainan mereka. Pada permukaan alatan mainan itu mempunyai beratus jenis virus, disebabkan itu para ibu bapa digalakkan untuk mencuci peralatan mainan anak mereka dengan kerap.

4. Menjaga kebersihan rumah dan juga persekitaran

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Bukan saja permainan, malah persekitaran rumah juga perlu dijaga. Pembersihan rumah dan gotong-royong perlulah dijalankan setiap hujung minggu untuk memastikan kesihatan terjamin.

5. Mengelakkan hubungan sentuhan

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Seperti yang kita tahu, ibu bapa gemar mencium anak mereka di bibir dan juga di tangan. Dua bahagian badan ini adalah sensitif dan sering digunakan, oleh itu terdapat banyak virus di situ. Jadi, ibu bapa perlu lah mengambil langkah untuk kurangkan sentuhan di dua bahagian badan ini bagi mengelakkan virus merebak.

6. Melupuskan najis dengan betul

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Para ibu bapa juga perlu memastikan pembuangan lampin pakai buang ini dilakukan dengan kemas dan bersih. Pastikan ianya dibuang ke dalam tong sampah yang khusus dan bukanlah dicampurkan dengan sampah yang lain. Selepas sudah siap menyalin lampin anak, ibu bapa juga jangan lupa untuk mencuci tangan ya!

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[SURVEY] 72% Of Malaysians Said They Would Stay Longer In A Shop If It Smelled Nice

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Have you ever stepped into a store and felt a sense of familiarity?

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Some stores make us feel comfortable, like we're at home, while other stores give off a posh and high class vibe from the moment you enter. Some places feel clean, fresh, and new, while certain locations may seem so familiar, just like somewhere out of your childhood memory.Well, guess what? The way you feel may not be a coincidence after all — in fact, it could be your nose and sense of smell that's behind all these feelings! :O

According to Mood Media, 75% of the emotions we generate every day is because of smell. That explains why we may feel a certain way just by entering a mall, hotel, or café.

The same research also showed that we are "100 times more likely to remember something we smell over something we see, hear, or touch".

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Brands with chain stores emphasise on creating an excellent in-store experience that includes ambient scenting, which is why you'll notice each of their stores smell the same way and invoke the same feeling, no matter the outlet.Besides a sense of familiarity, the right scents can also make shoppers feel more comfortable and confident. A survey by hygiene services provider Initial showed that a majority of Malaysians (77%) felt that a space was clean, just because it had a pleasant smell.Plus, 72% Malaysians agreed that a nice scent would make them want to stay longer in an establishment.

Introducing Initial's Premium Scenting Services, which help businesses create the perfect sensory experience for customers in-store

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Initial is the leading provider of hygiene services including air, hand, floor, washroom, surface, and more. But what you may not know is that they're also experts in Premium Scenting services.From hotels and car showrooms, to malls, retail outlets, restaurants, and even offices, Initial is responsible for crafting the ambient scents of many places you visit on a daily basis. With a wide range of scents curated by their expert team, they offer a variety of scenting options to suit your business.Compared to other air fragrance solutions, Initial Premium Scenting units provide wider coverage, ranging from small venues to big halls. Their system is also equipped with patented micro-droplet technology, which guarantees to provide the same ambient scenting experience throughout the day in your premises.

Wondering what Malaysians thought of their premium scents?

Initial recently hosted an 'Experiential Scent Journey', exposing participants to two different rooms — with and without scents, to see their reactions.A whopping 90% of these participants agreed that they would want to stay longer in the scented room because of the pleasant scent.Take a closer look at what happened in the video below:

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All in all, having the right scents in your premises not only elevates the brand experience for visitors, but also helps to strengthen brand recall and, most importantly, makes customers want to stay longer! :)
Interested? Just contact Initial Hygiene Malaysia through WhatsApp for this exclusive scenting experience or find out more on their website.

On top of that, when you enquire for the scenting experience before 28 Feb 2023, Initial will also give you exclusive sustainable merchandise so quickly reach out to them now!

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Selamba Hina Muka Orang, Ramai Geram Baca Cara Ibu & Anak Ini 'Face Shaming' Seorang Gadis

Apa perasaan anda bila muka sendiri dikutuk atau diejek oleh orang?
Sebenarnya, jika ada sesiapa yang berkatakan perkara tidak baik berkenaan wajah ini patut dilabelkan sebagai face shaming.

Face shaming adalah tindakan yang termasuk di bawah perbuatan body shaming, iaitu sama ada memberi komen, menghina, mengutuk atau mengejek penampilan wajah seseorang. Contohnya mengejek wajah orang yang berjerawat, memiliki dahi yang lebar, pipi yang besar, berkulit gelap, dan lain-lain.

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Perlu tahu bahawa perbuatan face shaming adalah buli dan mampu memberi kesan yang sangat mendalam kepada mangsa. Jika mangsa tidak dapat mengawal emosi, ia akan memberi efek kepada mereka dalam jangka masa panjang.Bukan itu sahaja, perbuatan ini juga memberi kesan kepada mangsa dari segi gangguan emosi; hilang keyakinan diri, pemakanan menjadi tidak menentu atau hilang selera makan, kemurungan (depresi) sehingga boleh membunuh diri kerana malu.

Baru-baru ini tular di laman sosial perbualan di antara seorang ibu dan anaknya dengan selamba mengutuk wajah seorang gadis yang telah menarik perhatian ramai

Menerusi laman Twitter, seorang gadis yang dikenali sebagai Nani telah berkongsikan bagaimana wajah kawan baiknya yang bernama Irdina digelar buruk, selain kulit wajahnya disamakan dengan tar pada jalan raya oleh seorang 'mak cik'.

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Semuanya bermula apabila Irdina menangkap gambar bersama seorang lelaki bernama Adam yang kemudiannya dimuat naik di laman Instagram. Apa yang berlaku ialah mak cik tersebut yang juga merupakan ibu kepada Adam mula berkatakan yang tidak baik tentang wajah Irdina.Nani telah memuat naik screenshot perbualan ibu Adam dengan anaknya itu di laman Twitter miliknya.

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Nani juga telah memuat naik screenshot perbualannya bersama Adam yang mana dia menegur kata-kata ibu pemuda berkenaan, namun ditertawakan.

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Susulan melihat perbualan anak beranak itu, rata-rata warganet sangat marah selepas membacanya. Mereka kemudiannya telah memberi kata-kata semangat kepada Irdina di samping memuji wajah manis gadis terbabit.

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Yang membuat warganet begitu geram dengan apa yang berlaku itu mirip kata pepatah, 'Ke mana tumpahnya kuah kalau tidak ke nasi'

Masing-masing panas hati dan memberi respon mereka tentang perbuatan selamba kedua anak beranak itu mengutuk wajah seseorang. Selain itu, ada juga beberapa warganet yang berkongsikan pengalaman pernah dihina wajah mereka.Antara komen dari warganet:

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Geramnya baca conversation anak beranak tu!

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Mangsa body shaming, ini jadikan ejekan sebagai motivasi untuk dirinya menurunkan berat badan:

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Selangor Records More Than 60% Of New COVID-19 Cases Due To Teratai Cluster

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has recorded 1,884 new COVID-19 cases today, 23 November

This is the highest number of COVID-19 daily cases Malaysia has ever seen, with the last highest being 1,755 cases on 6 November.According to the MOH official Twitter account, Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said this has put the total cumulative number of cases at 56,659.The nation recorded two deaths from the virus in Sabah today, while there are currently 13,842 active cases.115 of the active cases are in intensive care units (ICU), while 48 require ventilator assistance.

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Two cases recorded today are imported transmissions

Selangor reported the highest number of positive cases at 1,203, and the next was Sabah with 289 cases, then Kuala Lumpur at 196.The Teratai cluster in Selangor was the largest contributor of new cases in the Klang Valley with 1,067 cases, followed by the Damanlela cluster with 105 cases, and a new cluster, Bintang, 75.Meanwhile, four new clusters were also reported in Malaysia, while three clusters have ended.

#COVID19 Terkini. 23 Nov. Kes baharu tertinggi pernah dilaporkan iaitu 1,884. Selangor tertinggi (1,203) yang mana 1,060 kes daripada Kluster Teratai. Negeri lain, Sabah (289), KL (196), Kedah (36), N.Sembilan (41). 2 lagi kematian 4 kluster baharu3 kluster tamat.— KKMalaysia (@KKMPutrajaya) November 23, 2020

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A 23-Year-Old Was Beaten To Death At A Mosque Because Neighbours Thought He Was A Thief

Police have arrested 10 suspects for the murder of a 23-year-old college student at a mosque in Gowa, Indonesia

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On Monday, 17 December, Muhammad Khaidir wanted to pray at a neighbourhood mosque when he found that its door was locked, Coconuts Jakarta reported.He then knocked on the door of the house next door which belonged to a tailor. Thinking that Khaidir was a thief, the tailor snuck out through his back door to warn the mosque's caretaker.

Using the mosque's loudspeaker, the caretaker made an announcement warning neighbours that there was a thief lurking.
Unaware that it was about him, Khaidir proceeded back to the mosque to pray.

When the 23-year-old arrived at the mosque, a mob of locals were waiting for him with sharp and blunt objects in hand.Gowa Police Chief Shinto Silitonga told Detik Today that, "The cry [over the mosque loudspeaker] was that there was a thief, but nothing was stolen. This was what triggered the locals to commit this violent action."

The mob beat Khaidir to death inside the mosque, while someone filmed the attack.
Footage of the beating has since gone viral online.

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According to the police, Khaidir died from the numerous fatal injuries he sustained during the beating, which included gash wounds from a machete.

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The 49-year-old tailor and 47-year-old mosque caretaker are two of the 10 suspects who have since been arrested. Police have confirmed that it is possible that more will be arrested soon.All of the suspects, except for an 18-year-old boy, are reportedly still in police custody and may face at least 12 years in prison for murder, Coconuts Jakarta reported.


"I Don't Own A Rolex," Ahmad Maslan Denies Photo Exposé On The Watches Our Politicians Own

Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Ahmad Maslan has denied owning any Rolexes or luxury watches following an "exposé" by crime watchdog Sri Sanjeevan

Fitnah! Ini kerja pembangkang! Saya tak pernah ada Rolex Submariner & tak pernah memakainya. Jam saya yg biasa saja. pic.twitter.com/1MJs22sHOX— Ahmad Maslan (@ahmadmaslan) April 13, 2015

Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Ahmad Maslan has accused the opposition of defaming him about a luxury watch that he allegedly owned.In a tweet, the Pontian MP said he never owned a Rolex Submariner, let alone worn the watch. "Lies! This is the work of the opposition. I don’t own a Rolex Submariner and never worn it. My watch is an ordinary one."

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Over the weekend, Sri Sanjeevan, the chairman of MyWatch published a series of photos on Facebook depicting politicians and the value of the many luxury watches they own

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Minister of Tourism and Culture Nazri Aziz's son, Nedim Aziz.
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Padang Terap MP Madzhir Khalid.
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The pictures show senior officials and politicians wearing different luxurious watches on different occasions.

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Among the politicians featured were:
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak

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First Lady Rosmah Mansor

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Home Minister Zahid Hamidi

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Minister of Defence Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein

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Minister of Youths and Sports Khairy Jamaluddin

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Opposition leaders, namely Lim Kit Siang, Anwar Ibrahim, and Nik Aziz, were also featured

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Dr Mahathir, who has been hitting out on Naijb's ethics and capabilities as a leader, was published with a RM1020 Casio watch

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According to Malaysiakini, Sanjeevan and his team at MyWatch took eight to nine months to complete the project

When contacted by Malaysiakini, Sanjeevan said that it was an effort done by people in MyWatch and it took them eight to nine months to accomplish the mission.He said they had photographed the senior officials and the politicians when they were wearing those watches at different occasions and compared them with the price list on several watch manufacturers' websites.

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They stressed that there was no political motive nor intention to insult behind the photo series. "I just want the public to know what kind of lifestyle these politicians are adopting."

However, he stressed that this does not imply that the politicians were super rich nor was his NGO trying to insult them.“I just want the public to know what kind of lifestyle these politicians are adopting. For example, Mahathir does not wear a watch on some occasions; same goes for Nik Aziz.“But look at the prime minister and others. On different occasions, they wear different watches,” he said.“I don’t want this to become an issue. This is not some exposure. It is just for the ‘general knowledge’ purpose.“I don’t want to politicise this, this is not about the question of politics,” he added.

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The photo series has since gone viral on Facebook, with over 43,000 shares at press time

There was a mixed of reaction from Sri Sanjeevan's post. Commenters were not shocked, but rather exasperated that the public servants were able to afford such luxurious watches. "I don't see anything wrong with having a good quality watch. Some people got expensive taste not sure about the source of money though," says Renganathan Palanisamy.Many hinted that there was double standard at play as Sanjeevan reportedly spent RM340,000 on two car number plates last year.  Other requested for Sanjeevan to be fair by featuring more Pakatan Rakyat party members for a more reasonable judgement.

During the parliament sitting on 10 April, MPs from both divides were given double and triple pay raise

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BREAKING: Dr. M Is Headed To KL To Join #Bersih5

In a surprise that's surely going to give a boost to the ongoing Bersih 5 rally, former premier Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is headed to Kuala Lumpur to join the electoral watchdog's planned protest

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Dr Mahathir, who was in Sudan, has returned and will be attending the Bersih 5 rally in KL, Sufi Yusof, Dr Mahathir's aide, told The Star

"He stepped off the plane dressed in a yellow Bersih 5 t-shirt worn over his white collared shirt. He is heading to KL now," Sufi was quoted as saying by The Star.

Dr Mahathir's sudden appearance is surprising because just three days ago the 91-year-old had appeared in a video, wearing a Bersih t-shirt, urging Malaysians to participate in the Bersih 5 rally. During which he had said he won't be able to attend the rally himself.

"Malaysia is now in distress because (Prime Minister) Datuk Seri Najib's administration has caused the country to rake up billions of ringgit in debts that are unable to be paid by the Government and the country. That is why we need to show our dissatisfaction with the Government by taking part in this demonstration by Bersih in Dataran Merdeka and also at other locations," Dr. Mahathir had said in the video.


These Are The Four Charges Handed To Najib Today At Court

Today, 4 July, former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak's charges were read out to him at 10.40am at the Sessions Court

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The prosecution team was led by Attorney-General Tommy Thomas, while Najib's representation consisted of a team of six lawyers led by senior lawyer Shafee Abdullah, according to Free Malaysia Today.Among the six former Malaysian prime ministers, Najib is the first to face criminal charges.

Najib was handed three counts of criminal breach of trust (CBT) and one count of abuse of power,  carrying a maximum of 20 years imprisonment each.

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Najib was first charged under Section 409 of the Penal Code for transferring RM27 million from SRC International, a 1MDB subsidiary, into his private bank account between 24 December and 29 December 2014.His second CBT charge concerned the transfer of RM5 million from the company into his bank account during the same period of time.In the third CBT charge under Section 409 of the Penal Code, the former premier was accused of transferring RM10 million from SRC into his account between 10 February and 2 March 2015.A charge on abuse of power accused Najib of siphoning off RM42 million while giving government guarantees on SRC's RM4 billion loan from the Retirement Fund Inc (KWAP) between 17 August 2011 and 8 February 2012. The charge comes under Section 23 of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009, The Borneo Post reported.

As his charges were read out to him by judge Datuk Zainal Abidin Kamarudin, Najib remained expressionless and nodded along

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According to Bloomberg, the former prime minister pleaded not guilty to all charges. The case was transferred to the High Court.His five children Nazifuddin, Nizar, Puteri Norlisa, Nooryana and Norashman were seen supporting their father in the Kuala Lumpur court, Free Malaysia Today reported.

Najib was arrested yesterday at his home by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC):

                [BREAKING] MACC Confirms Najib Razak Has Been Arrested

According to his family lawyer, he may be charged tomorrow.

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Malaysian Man In SG Fined For Masturbating Several Times On The Train

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A Malaysian man in Singapore was recently charged in court for masturbating on the train

According to CNA, the man was issued a fine of SGD2,000 (RM6,144.49) on Wednesday, 10 November.The man, 38-year-old Lee Sin Hee, pleaded guilty to two counts of performing an obscene act.

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The first incident took place in April as the man was on an MRT train travelling towards Harbourfront.
He masturbated in his pants while standing near the cabin door, facing a woman nearby.

The prosecutor explained to the court that the man had stopped when the woman got off the train at Serangoon Station. After that, he moved to the centre of the cabin and stood in front of another woman. He began masturbating again, using his bag to hide his hand movements from view but the woman moved to another cabin.A fellow commuter then spotted Lee's actions. He was asked to stop and get off at the next station. Lee initially refused but complied in the end.A staff member at Lorong Chuan Station then alerted the police and said that Lee was causing public nuisance.

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Another incident took place on 21 August when Lee took another train heading towards Woodlands along the North-South Line

CNA reported that he saw a woman sitting in a cabin, felt aroused while looking at her, and began masturbating in his pants. Similar to the previous incident, he used his bag to shield his movements.Another woman sitting across from the victim then realised what was happening. The witness was with an eight-year-old niece so she shifted her body in order to block the child from seeing what Lee was doing.After that, Lee got off of the train at Khatib Station. The women later reported the incident to train staff.

The accused, who had no lawyer representing him, asked for a light sentence

He said, "I have no money as I have been out of a job for the past two months. I would like to serve a default sentence."However, he ended up paying the SGD2,000 fine and will not have to serve the eight days' jail in default.For each charge of committing an obscene act, the man was liable to a jail sentence of up to three months and a fine.

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

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


Should You Rush To Buy British Pounds Now That It's Cheaper After #Brexit?

It's official. On 24 June, the UK have decided to leave the European Union (EU) based on a 52% majority vote on the Brexit referendum.

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Since joining the precursor of the EU (then called the EEC) in 1973, various political parties, advocacy groups, and even individuals have championed for the British withdrawal from the union, often shortened to Brexit (a portmanteau of "British" or "Britain" and "exit"). Calls for a referendum on the UK's EU membership bore went mostly unaddressed (barring the 1975 referendum) until UK Prime Minister David Cameron announced that an in-out referendum will be called before the end of 2017 if a Conservative government were elected in 2015.The outcome of the referendum, which was voted on on Thursday, 23 June, came as a surprise to many, especially since most of the younger voters and even a majority of political parties were slanted towards Remain in opinion polls. Although results of a referendum are not legally binding, the Parliament will likely abide by it.

Not long after the results were made official, UK PM David Cameron announced his resignation. It's even more bad news for the UK as the Sterling Pound fell more than 10% from USD1.47 to USD1.32, its lowest since 1985, after Brexit.

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In a single night, the British pound plunged to its lowest point in 31 years. According to Bloomberg, this is the pound's worst day on record, far surpassing the second worst - in 1992 when the currency fell by 4.1%. UK, widely recognised as the world's fifth largest economy, has since been overtaken by France.

Against the Malaysian ringgit, 1 British pound slumped to a two-month low of RM5.46 as Britain voted to exit EU this morning

To compare, the pound has been traded at an average of RM5.90 since January 2016, with RM6.44 being its highest on 6 January. It has since risen to RM5.63 as of 3.04pm today, 24 June.

Now, should you run to the nearest money changer right now to buy all the Sterling pounds you can afford? Here are some points to ponder:

1. With much uncertainty surrounding the aftermath of the Brexit referendum, some analysts have speculated that the British pound could continue to drop in the coming days

Word on the street is that the British pound is poised to slump to RM5.20 and even as low as RM5.00.

2. After Brexit, the Malaysian ringgit is said to be heading to its worst slump since the Asian financial crisis in 1998, having gone gone down 2.7% against the US dollar

USD1 is now valued at RM4.12 as of 12.36pm today, quite a significant difference from when it rose to a seven-week high of RM3.99 prior to Brexit. Despite the rising rates against the US dollar, analysts say that the ringgit's depreciation will have minimal impact when put against the British pound (which registered a bigger value gap against the USD). In short, you may be paying more for US dollars, but the British pound might still be cheaper due to its quicker and bigger plunge in value.

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3. UK's surprise exit from the EU has brought upon many other questions surrounding the future of its economy, which in turn resulted in a lot of uncertainty among investors

The UK's impending exit from the EU is an unprecedented one - no country in the union has elected to do so before - which might bring about unforeseen political and economic crises. In fact, the unexpected results of the Brexit referendum has evoked more questions - Will Scotland, who voted to Remain, exit the UK? Will other countries in the EU follow suit? How will UK cope with the aftermath of Brexit, both politically and economically? In the face of these uncertainties, investors will probably choose to invoke risk off mode for the time being to avoid having to manage any potential risks associated with the UK until the situation has stabilised. With that said, the UK will only officially exit the EU in two years, so there is still time for them to realign.


Fellow Cheapskates, Rejoice! Here Are 5 Stores In Klang Valley That Sell Everything At RM2

No words can describe how much I absolutely love RM2 stores

I walk in with nothing to buy, but walk out of the store with 101 items.

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If you've never been to a single RM2 store, you should know that they sell everything from household items, such as cleaning products and hardware tools, to delicious snacks and cooking ingredients.They're amazing for if you want to buy items in bulk or if you're just a cheapskate like me who appreciates all things inexpensive.

We've compiled a list of awesome RM2 stores in the Klang Valley that you just have to check out:

1. Ninso

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Image via Ninso/Facebook

With several outlets across Selangor, Ninso offers an array of household items and snacks. One of the things that make their stores stand out from the others on this list is their neat layout. Several Ninso outlets also offer RM2 food items such as soft serve ice cream and tom yam oden.

They have outlets in Shah Alam, Kepong, Kota Kemuning, Balakong, Selayang, and Gombak.

For more information, check out their Facebook page.

2. NOKO

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NOKO is actually one of my personal favourites. If you're looking for party decorations and cute stationery, this is definitely the place to be. Items in the NOKO stores are arranged strategically, making it super easy for you to browse for the things you want.There are several NOKO outlets at Ampang Jaya, Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam, and Puchong Utama.

For more information, check out their Facebook page.

3. ECO Shop

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ECO Shop is one of the more famous RM2 stores out there and that is because they have a total of 140 outlets across Malaysia with 27 being in KL and Selangor. Although all their outlets carry similar items, you will also discover that certain branches sell products that you won't find at other ECO Shops.

For more information, check out their Facebook page.

4. Setia RM2.10

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Setia RM2.10 prides itself on being a convenience store that sells items at a low price point. Once you step into a Setia RM2.10 store, you'll find yourself among stacks of cheap goodies. Whether you need a water bottle, a pair of socks, or even toy guns, they have it all. Find their stores at Klang, Banting, Semenyih, and Cheras.

For more information, check out their Facebook page.

5. MR SAVE

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Image via MR SAVE MART/Facebook

Image via MR SAVE MART/Facebook

Although their outlets are a bit smaller than the other stores on our list, MR SAVE still packs quite a punch with a variety of items. Photos on their Facebook show that they even sell home decor items such as floor mats, photo frames, and artificial plants. You can find their stores at Kota Damansara, Ampang, Subang Perdana, and Petaling Jaya.

For more information, check out their Facebook page.


Michelin Reminds Us Of Some Basic Road Safety Facts Through Michelin Cares Campaign

This Spotlight is sponsored by Michelin.

We all know that it's bad to drive on an under-inflated or over-inflated tyre

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Driving with an over-inflated tyre is just as dangerous as an under-inflated one. Tyres with excessive pressure won't be able to get a good grip of the road, and will compromise your car's ability to stop short in emergency situations.

Michelin recently launched their #MichelinCares campaign to educate car users on road safety tips

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The #MichelinCares campaign is launched as an effort by Michelin to raise awareness on road safety.Michelin had launched a similar campaign in June this year focusing on loved ones being there for each other, despite the traffic and long journey. They have been posting road safety tips on their Facebook page as part of the campaign as well.

So, how much do young Malaysian parents know about tyre care?

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See if you can answer these 'True or False' questions correctly:All tyres have the same features.The surface area of the tyre that is in contact with the ground is only as wide as your palm. The lifespan of a tyre depends on its manufacture date.

Watch and see if you got any of these facts right:

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Slide The City Is Back For One Month In The Klang Valley!

Get your water guns ready because Slide the City is back in Malaysia for an entire month!

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Slide the City is a global phenomenon that brings a gigantic slip n’ slide onto city streets and has invaded major cities across the world, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, China, and many more.This year, the iconic slide is coming to the Klang Valley!

Just take a look at this insane slip n' slide!

Slide the City MalaysiaAdrenaline junkies, are you pumped up for the Guinness World record-breaking longest Slip N' Slide in KL?!

Book your tickets now and join us!
30 Sep - 29 Oct | Setia City Convention Centre, Shah Alam
Tickets: www.slidethecity.asia

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On top of zooming down the gigantic slip n' slide, you'll also be able to enjoy carnival games, live shows, and much more!

The event features loads of awesome activities throughout the day, including carnival games such as the Rodeo Bull, Dunking Game, Bungee Run, and Gladiator Joust. There will also be lots of family-friendly games for the kids to enjoy :)And with over 15 food trucks serving up great nosh, you're definitely in for a treat!

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Plus you'll be helping out noble causes while you have fun in the sun

The carnival-inspired event donates a portion of the sales proceeds to the National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia (NKF Malaysia) in support of patients suffering from kidney disease. Not only that, they have also pledged to say NO to the consumption of shark fins by working alongside partners on Shark Savers. Slide the City Malaysia champions a healthy lifestyle and works to raise awareness to preserve our natural resources.So support those in need by simply enjoying yourself with your friends and family!

So whether you love adrenaline-pumping action or want to bring the kids out for an awesome family day, this is a total must-do!

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Image via Slide the City

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Can't wait to get in on the action? Take note of the details below so you don't miss out:

Location: Setia City Convention Centre in Setia Alam.Date: 30 September - 29 October 2017 (Friday-Sunday only)Time: Friday - 5pm-12am, Saturday and Sunday - 9am-12amTicket price: Regular - RM29, VIP - RM86Get your tickets online here or purchase them onsite at the event itself. Stay updated on Slide the City Malaysia, by liking the official Facebook page now!

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Have an awesome time at Slide the City! Get your tickets today!

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[PHOTOS] Could This Be Apple's Larger iPhone 6?

Regardless of all the iPhone 6 rumours, which mostly turn out to be fake, occasionally, a set of images crop up that are so impressive, they demand attention

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Such is the case with a set of images that appeared on a Taiwanese website called Mos Coat over the last few days, which reveal what appears to be the rumored 4.7-inch iPhone 6.

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The images show off a newly designed iPhone with a larger screen (longer and wider, putting it firmly into phablet territory) and a thinner form factor

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When placed on top of the already ultra-slim iPhone 5S, the supposed iPhone 6 looks almost one-third thinner

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What's more, the device also features rounder edges — not just on the phone's corners, but on the screen as well — giving it a slightly bulbous look. SEE:

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In addition, a Touch ID button is also present, more prominently accented with a gold border (currently only present on the gold version of the iPhone 5S)

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While the device in question is unlikely functional with its scratches and lack of Apple markings, it does at least offer another size comparison worth checking out for consumers interested in the larger iPhone

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When matched up vs. the One M8, the sixth-generation iPhone is noticeably shorter and much thinner, while slightly taller and thinner than the 5S. You can also notice the difference between the smartphones in their backs, as the One M8 is curvy, while the iPhone 6 dummy is flat.

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No iOS screen images are shown in the photo set, which shows the phone on the street and in office settings, a detail that indicates that if this really is the iPhone 6, it's probably a dummy unit (read: not operational)

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Further adding to the "dummy unit" probability are the jagged edges on the device's headphone and power port, indications of early an prototype, or an amazingly well done mock-up that skimped on that final polish by not sanding off the rough edges.

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Also, if you look closely at the headphone jack, what at first appears to be a hole seems to be blocked off just underneath the surface by a layer of black material. The same appears to be the case for the front-facing camera, which looks like it is covered by a grey circle, rather than featuring a camera lens.

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Adding to the device's seeming authenticity are its smaller details, including what appears to be an Apple Lightning connector port and an on/off button and speaker grill similar to that of the iPhone 5S

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However, the device's volume buttons depart from the round aesthetic we've become accustomed to since the iPhone 4, returning to a design reminiscent of the iPhone 3GS.

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The handlers of the would-be iPhone 6 also dunk the device into a puddle of water to show off its waterproof design, but since the device is never turned on, the test doesn't really have much demonstrative impact

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"Don't Take My Apollo" – This Greedy Cat Is Here To Steal Our Hearts & Hoard Our Snacks

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A 40-second video of a cat hugging packets of Apollo layer cakes went viral on TikTok, capturing the hearts of netizens

The video starts with a woman holding up the cat who seems to be hugging two packets of Apollo layer cakes with its little paws.As the person recording nears the cat, it starts meowing as if worried its precious cakes would be taken away.

Image via @kimsyaf20 (TikTok)

She then proceeds to take one of the layer cakes from the cat's clutches. The cat holds on to the remaining packet dearly, even though the owner fails to take it away.

Although she struggles a little, @kimsyaf20 is successful in taking the other packet of layer cake off of the cat's paws.After the packet is taken away, the cat meows pleadingly and sulks while burying its face in its owner's embrace.@kimsyaf20, disheartened by the cat's sad expression, decides to return the packets of layer cake to the cat. "Here, here, here," she says as she returns the Apollo packet back to the cat.With its eyes still averted, the cat takes back the layer cakes.

Image via @kimsyaf20 (TikTok)

At the time of writing, @kimsyaf20's TikTok has received 12.2 million views, 2.2 million likes, and 40.8K comments

Most of the comments praised the cuteness and cleverness of the cat."It knows how to sulk. Very, very cute!" commented one user.Another user praised how cute and clever the cat is and also questioned if it actually eats the layer cakes.Some users even laughed at how the cat took back the layer cake packets without looking back at @kimsyaf20. "The level of sulking. The paws are reaching [for the Apollo packets], [but] its eyes are averted elsewhere," a netizen wrote.

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Watch the cat's shenanigans here:

  @kimsyaf20 #kucingviral #kucingcuttonbud #fyp  kucing viral bersama owner asal ..kali ni kek apollo plak  original sound - Kimsyaf - Kimsyaf

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War, Betrayal, And Suicide: The Tragic History Behind The Tradition Of Eating 'Bak Chang'

The tradition of eating bak chang (or zongzi) is one that has been around for over two millennia, and like many traditional Chinese dishes, has its roots in honouring a significant moment in history

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Every year, on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar, households of Chinese descent all over the world would eat these sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo or reed leaves to celebrate the Dumpling Festival. The festival, which has been observed for over 2,000 years, also coincides with the Dragon Boat Festival.However, it's inarguable that most of us are probably not aware of the festivals' as well as bak chang's origin stories.

A popular belief claims that the origin of bak chang dates back to the Warring States period in ancient China, where the rice dumplings were created to honour the life and death of a famous poet and beloved minister called Qu Yuan

Portrait of Qu Yuan by Chen Hongshou (17th century).
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Qu Yuan (340 BC - 278 BC), a minister in the state of Chu, was once a trusted adviser to the King and greatly loved by the people. In a time when seven individual states - Qi, Chu, Yan, Han, Zhao, Wei, and Qin - contended with each other for dominance, Chu gradually became stronger with Qu Yuan's sound advice.

However, Qu Yuan’s success and advocacy against corruption began to antagonise other court officials and incurred the jealousy of other ministers

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Exerting their influence on the king, the corrupt officials slandered Qu's name to the point where the King refused to listen to his advice when he tried to warn the King against allying with Qin. The King ultimately banished Qu Yuan from the state of Chu. In exile, Qu Yuan travelled and wrote some of the greatest poetry in Chinese literature, expressing deep concerns for his home state.

The tipping point came in 278 BC, when Qin general Bai Qi successfully invaded Yingtu, the capital of Chu. Overcome with grief after hearing about his state's defeat, Qu Yuan drowned himself in the Miluo River.

The place where Qu Yuan threw himself into the Miluo River, located in today's Hunan province.
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It is also said that Qu Yuan had collected folktales and penned a lengthy poem called Lament of Ying shortly before dying by suicide.

Legend has it that the people of Chu rushed to the river to search for Qu Yuan, throwing rice dumplings as they went so that the fish will eat the parcels instead of the poet's body

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In an interview with CGTN, a Qu Yuan historian noted that this moment formed the major traditions for both the Dumpling and Dragon Boat Festivals, both held on the anniversary of his death.

Today, the tradition of eating bak chang is still observed not just in China but also among people of Chinese descent in Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam, amongst others

Statue of Qu Yuan on a dragon boat, on display for the Dragon Boat Festival, in one of Singapore's central streets.
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A Cafe In Penang Sells Viral Century Egg Cheesecake Topped With Ikan Bilis

A cafe in Georgetown, Penang has taken a spin on cheesecake by mixing it with century eggs and ikan bilis

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Moody Cow Cafe has been known for taking risks in combining Malaysian flavours with western recipes

The cafe has around 20 different cheesecakes, some of which includes:- Salty Egg Yolk Cheese Cake with Chicken Floss,- Musang King Durian Cheesecake, and- its bestseller, Cempedak Cheesecake.

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The cafe even tried combining salted egg yoke with century eggs...

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... which to be honest, we wouldn't mind trying. :p

One of its strangest concoctions yet (to us at least) is its Century Egg Cheesecake that is said have a distinct taste to it despite the usual egg odour

According to a review by Rebecca Saw, the texture of the rich, creamy cheese combined with the gelatinous century egg and crunchiness of the anchovies or ikan bilis are definitely an acquired taste.

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The unusual cake is on the pricier side, as each slice costs RM44.The cafe also told SAYS that the cake is subject to availability, as they do not make it everyday.Meanwhile, its other cakes range between RM20 and RM25 per slice, which isn't all too bad considering that the sizes are quite large and can be shared between 3 - 4 people.

Up for the adventure? You can find the cafe at the following address:

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Address:170, Jalan Transfer, 10050, Georgetown, Malaysia.Phone: +6012-3138865Opening hours: 11am - 12am daily.You can check out its Facebook page here.

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

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#GE15: GPS To Form Federal Govt With PN, BN, And GRS

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Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) will form a new government together with Perikatan Nasional, Barisan Nasional, and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS), according to Sarawak Premier Abang Johari Openg

GPS setuju bergabung dengan BN,PN dan GRS untuk membentuk kerajaan Persekutuan - Abang Johari pic.twitter.com/4nZUDYdRmt— BERNAMA (@bernamadotcom) November 20, 2022

With support from GPS, which has 22 seats, PN with its 73 seats now has more than enough seats to form a stable government

Abang Johari, who is the GRS chairman, said that he is working with the three coalitions to ensure that a stable government is formed amidst the election results that produced no clear winners.Malaysiakini reported the GPS chairman as saying that the decision was made to strengthen and stabilise the country in order to ensure the people's well-being and safeguard the economy.

Abang Johari also affirmed supporting PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin as the prime minister candidate.
This means that Muhyiddin will soon be the 10th Prime Minister.

GPS bersetuju untuk bergabung dengan BN PN dan GRS untuk membentuk kerajaan persekutuan - Abang JohariMuhyiddin Yassin pilihan GPS untuk menjadi pilihan jadi  PM - Abang JohariVideo: Hafizudin Yusof | Bernama TV pic.twitter.com/6A0nhp22iE— BERNAMA TV  (@BernamaTV) November 20, 2022

Pakatan Harapan chairman Anwar Ibrahim, who had earlier claimed to have had majority numbers, is now out of the race, with the only option left for Anwar to convince Barisan to side with Harapan instead of Perikatan.

Meanwhile, the Palace has instructed the leaders of all political parties and coalitions to submit the name of their PM candidate:

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You Won't Have To Pay Any Instant Transfer Fee For Amounts Up To RM5,000 From July 2018

Instant interbank transfers are soon going to be free

Starting 1 July 2018, the Instant Transfer fee of 50 sen for transactions up to RM5,000 made by individuals and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) will be waived, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor, Tan Sri Muhammad Ibrahim, said.The BNM Governor, who was giving a keynote address at the 2017 Payments Forum & Exhibition on Friday, 8 December, said that the fee is being waived off in order to drive the migration to e-payments during the transition period.

With the Instant Transfer fee being waived off, people who do interbank transfers will not only not have to pay any additional charge but will also be able to make the transaction instantly

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The same was also noted by the BNM Governor."The soaring digital economy will need an e-payment method which is a critical component that could increase productivity and be more cost-efficient."So from 1 July 2018, you will be saving 53 sen (50 sen Instant Transfer fee + 3 sen GST) for transactions up to RM5,000 per transaction.

However, starting 2 January 2021, the cheque fee will be increased from 50 sen to RM1 because of the high processing cost involved

Cheques are a costly payment option compared to e-payment, as it takes RM4 to process as check whereas it only takes around 30 sen per transaction to process an Interbank GIRO and Instant Transfer.While the usage of cheques has declined 42% since 2011 from 205 million to 120 million in 2017, the cost of processing those 120 million cheques has been an enormous RM484 million, which, according to BNM Governor Tan Sri Muhammad Ibrahim, is "a sheer wastage to the economy."Therefore, the cheque fee will be hiked from 50 sen to RM1 from 2 January 2021, and "gradually thereafter to reflect the actual cost of cheque processing".

BNM Governor Tan Sri Muhammad Ibrahim.
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"Let's Move On" - Syed Saddiq Says After Hosting Dinner For Zakir Naik

Barely a week after he called for Zakir Naik to be deported to India over his "racist" remarks, Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman was seen hosting dinner for the fugitive preacher

Syed Saddiq took to his Twitter and Instagram accounts to share photos of him having dinner with Zakir Naik, who was invited at the minister's house in Petaling Jaya.He also called on Malaysians to forgive the controversial preacher and move on.

         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Syed Saddiq (@syedsaddiq) on Aug 24, 2019 at 4:44am PDT

In the caption accompanying the photos, Syed Saddiq wrote:

"No one in this world is free from mistakes. Zakir has apologised. I myself have made mistakes and accept it when called out on it."There's no need to beat on our chests and make things worse. There is no need to insult and curse. Let's move on. The country needs healing."

The Sports Minister also stressed that our unity is our strength and that each race has made its own contributions towards the country

"Malaysia is a multi-racial and multi-religious country. We believe in moderation over extremism. Our unity is our strength. Each race has made its own contributions."They are all Malaysian citizens like me. Unity in diversity. Stronger, together, forever."

Malaysia merupakan negara yang berbilang bangsa & agama. Moderation over extremism. Kesatuan kita, adalah kekuatan kita. Setiap bangsa, ada sumbangannya yang tersendiri. Mereka merupakan rakyat Malaysia, sama seperti saya.Unity in diversity. Stronger, together, forever.(2/2)— Syed Saddiq (@SyedSaddiq) August 24, 2019

Prior to his dinner with the preacher, the minister had joined the ranks of his Cabinet colleagues demanding Zakir's deportation:

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M'sian City Life #33: A 5-Year-Old's First Experience Of Taking The Train In KL

Recently, Fadza Ishak brought his niece on a "mini-adventure" to the Kuala Lumpur city centre.
He decided that it was time his niece experiences the thrills of riding a train.

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"When I was a kid, I remember that every step is part of an adventure. When I got into a public bus, I felt l like I was the one who was driving the vehicle. When I stepped outside, I always imagined that I was in an enchanted forest where I am about to disembark into a super cool adventure. But not until my mum called me to come home as it was getting dark. I obeyed," the 32-year-old Fadza Ishak recalled.  Bringing his niece, Nadine Soraya, out in the city he grew up in reminded him about finding joy in the simplest things such as riding the public bus or train. It was also a day where he reminisced his own experiences as a little boy in Kuala Lumpur.  "As we grow up, everything becomes less interesting. You start to develop stress and anxiety. Your imagination is gone and you are stuck in a harsh reality that everything you are doing now is just for the sake of bills. You no longer have any carefree time for yourself."

However, for a kid like Nadine, even what seemed to be a mundane trip to the city centre could be an adventure

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With a little backpack hanging by her shoulders, the five-year-old carried her overflowing enthusiasm and excitement to wherever she went

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"We took the train to the city centre as we thought that this was the best way to educate her and expose her about one of Malaysia's public transport system." "One thousand and one questions were asked throughout the whole the journey," the freelance travel and documentary photographer said, referring to his niece's endless curiosity.  "What's that sound?"  "Hey, it stopped!" "Why are people going in and out of this train?"  "Hey, what is that there?"

Naturally, the little adventurer had a lot of questions on her mind as it was her first time taking the train. She wasn't afraid of expressing her excitement over the little things she discovered.

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"She asked a lot of questions, and we managed to answer a few of them. Some we answered it directly as it is easy to explain what is going on. Some other questions required more understanding so we just allowed her to make sense of things based on her own imagination."Fadza is of the opinion that some kids like Nadine rarely get the chance to experience what is it like to ride on public transportation at their early age, which results in them having little confidence when they have to do it alone later.

The short trip reminded Fadza that he too, was once like Nadine, curious and constantly fascinated by the smallest of things

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"There are not many differences between Nadine and me as a kid. When I was a kid, I used to have this imaginary friend that would be on the bus with me whenever I travelled to the city with my dad. I would pretend to talk to someone, and that was exactly what Nadine did when we took the train."  "As I grow up and become older, I wish that we could retain this sort of imagination, even if it's just a fragment of it. We don't need drugs to enhance and make our imagination run wild, we just need to be ourselves and off we go. Our imagination will get us going."

Fadza is also reminded that children should not be confined within the four walls of a room but allowed to go outside to experience the true beauty of nature

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"Most kids these days are given smartphones or tablets to play with or to keep them occupied. But there are real discoveries and adventures awaiting them outside.""Let kids be kids, let them explore. They may ask a lot of question now, but soon you will miss all this. They will grow up and all this role-play may just another memory that you keep inside you photo albums or home videos." "A child is the greatest gift that God has bestowed on us. Cherish them. Love."

Living in the city ain’t a piece of cake but it could also be exciting and adventurous. How are you coping? How are you making the best out of things? Do you have a story or experience to share?

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