Selling On FB & Instagram Is Illegal... Unless You're Registered With The Government

Online Traders: Banning Sales On Social Media Hurts Our Income And Restricts Entrepreneurial Spirit

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Following news that the government has ruled that online traders must now register themselves with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (CCM) or their sales would be deemed illegal, some online traders express their conflicting views about the ruling, saying that it would only curb entrepreneurial drive and business expansion of budding online business owners  .

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Speaking To The Malaysian Insider, Freelance Artist Ruby Subramaniam Said That Social Media Is The Only Way For Her To Market Her Artwork And Creative Pieces Without The Burden Of Paying Overheads

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Ruby, who is also digital marketer, said she depended on social media networks and online applications such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest to promote and sell her doodle art pieces to supplement her income. She said social media was also useful for her to promote her work and interact with interested buyers regionally and internationally."There is not much help given to local artists, so these little opportunities of using free platforms go a long way for us,” Ruby, 25, told The Malaysian Insider. "I have to pay between RM100 to RM400 per weekend if I book a booth in a mall to promote and sell my artwork, and if I don't sell anything, I lose out. But I don't have that pressure to sell on Facebook," she said, adding that her online artwork business supplemented her income by about 30%.

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College Student Tascha Khosroo Pointed Out That The Ruling Will Likely Curb Other Young People From Starting Their Own Online Businesses, Although She Intends To Register Her Business To Avoid Any Problems In The Future

22-year-old Tascha Khosroo, who sells nail art products on Facebook with her two friends, said she was shocked to learn from a friend the news that small online businesses like hers now had to register with the CCM."We earn a very small income from it as we sell it for really cheap, I feel we are being penalised for being proactive in trying to source for some additional income," she said.She said that operating the business had taught her and her partners a lot and expanded their minds and creativity, adding that this should be seen as positive for the Malaysian economy as the country aspired to achieve high-income status.Tascha said she would not take any chances and intends to register the business before the end of the year, but added that this extra step would likely diminish the enthusiasm of other young people in attempting business start-ups online.The only plus points, she said, was a boost in credibility for customers who had trust issues when making online purchases, and the fact that registering with CCM would only cost RM30.

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PKR Youth Secretary-General Nor Hizwan Ahmad Questioned The Ruling, Saying That It Will Harm Those Who Are Only Trying To Boost Their Income In This Tough Economic Eclimate

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PKR Youth secretary-general Nor Hizwan Ahmad questioned whether the move was a ploy by the government to earn more in additional taxes. He said mandatory registration would also harm people like students and housewives who were trying to boost incomes in an already tough economic climate."The subsystem of online sales involves students and housewives who only take a small commission from promoting the products of other manufacturers," he said in a statement."In light of the current economic conditions which Putrajaya has failed to control, a spirit of entrepreneurship should not be declared illegal. Putrajaya should instead encourage the development of such businesses as the cost of starting up is relatively minimal without much expenditure," he added.

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18 December: If You Are In The Business Of Selling Items On Instagram Or Facebook, Did You Know That You Are Required To Register Yourselves With The Companies Commission Of Malaysia (SMM)?

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According To The Domestic Trade, Cooperatives And Consumerism Ministry (MDTCC), Any Sale Transaction Online Made By An Unregistered Company Or Seller Is Deemed Illegal

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MDTCC Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Bashah Md Hanipah Said That The Regulation Was Set In Place So As To Protect Consumers From Being Cheated Or Exploited By Online Traders

Deputy minister of the Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism ministry, Datuk Seri Ahmad Bashah Md Hanipah.
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"Under the new Consumer Protection Regulations (Online Commerce Transactions) 2012, online traders must display the name of their business, business/company registration number, email address and telephone number on their Facebook or Instagram," Datuk Seri Ahmad Bashah said.

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The Minister's Declaration Was Made In Response To An Enquiry Regarding The Steps Taken By The Ministry To Protect Consumers Of Online Trading Of Goods And Services

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Ahmad was speaking during the winding-up debate on Control of Supplies (Amendment) Bill 2014) at the Dewan Negara when Senator Shahanim Mohamad Yusoff raised the matter.

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Pemilik Homestay Cuba Husnuzon Dengan Pelanggan, Sekali Terjumpa Pula ‘Kotak Chewing Gum’

Bermacam cara dilakukan masyarakat ketika ini untuk menjana pendapatan khususnya menerusi perniagaan atau pengusahaan

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Berbeza dengan situasi sebelum ini apabila perniagaan lebih bersifat fizikal seperti gerai dan sebagainya kini ramai yang beralih mengusahkan perniagaan secara dalam talian atau online.Namun, mungkin anda tahu ada satu lagi pengusahaan paling menguntungkan yang hanya boleh dikategorikan 'goyang kaki' iaitu menyewa penginapan sendiri kepada orang lain. Akiviti homestay lazimnya dijalankan pada jenis kediaman seperti banglo, pangsapuri mahupun kondominium semakin menarik perhatian ramai kerana kadar bayaran sewanya dikatakan lebih berbaloi jika bercuti bersama anggota keluarga atau bilangan tetamu yang ramai.

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Apa yang memberi kelebihan adalah tetamu bukan saja menyewa sebuah rumah termasuk lebih daripada satu bilik dan bilik air tetapi boleh memasak dan bersantai di ruang tamu seperti berada di rumah sendiri.Walau bagaimanapun, pengusaha homestay haruslah menyediakan peraturan tersendiri berkaitan jenis tetamu yang ingin diambilnya. Ini kerana dikhuatiri tetamu yang menetap di rumah itu akan melakukan perkara-perkara yang tidak diingini.

Seorang pengusaha homestay berasa terkilan dengan beberapa remaja yang tumpang tinggal di rumahnya baru-baru ini

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Pengusaha homestay itu, Fareez Sarifudin telah berkongsikan rasa dukacitanya di laman Twitter apabila terjumpa kotak kondom di dalam tong sampah di dalam rumahnya itu.Rumahnya itu telah diduduki empat orang remaja, 2 lelaki dan 2 perempuan. Fareez yang cuba bersangka baik bahawa keempat-empat remaja itu akan tinggal dalam bilik yang berasingan berasa terkejut apabila mendapati terdapat perubahan perabot semasa mengemas rumahnya.Baca perkongsian penuh di bawah:

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Katil single bed dalam bilik itu tiba-tiba hilang

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Cuba teka katil tadi berada di mana?

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Jeng jeng jeng!

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Fareez mengakhiri kekesalannya dengan beberapa pesanan yang dipetik daripada Amran Fans

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Daripada thread ini, ramai yang memberi cadangan agar Fareez membuat beberapa peraturan sekiranya ingin menginap di rumahnya

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Jangan tunggu benda tak elok jadi dulu, baru menyesal.

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[VIDEO] Review ‘Water Jet’ Dalam Loghat Terengganu, Suara Gadis Ini Bikin Netizen Dekah

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Pasti anda pernah melihat review dulu sebelum anda mahu membeli sesuatu barang betul tak?

Kebiasaannya ramai orang akan melihat dulu adakah produk yang mereka mahu beli itu berkualiti berdasarkan beberapa review yang dikongsikan.Daripada situlah baru kita boleh buat keputusan sama ada mahu membelinya atau tidak. Adakah ciri-cirinya seperti yang kita mahukan dan lain-lain lagi.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok ini apabila cara seorang gadis review barang telah menarik perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @saerahriffin Malas nok cakak lening bukannya sek mu nok dengor pung  ##SummerMusicFestival  original sound  - Syahirah Riffin

Kongsi barangan yang dibelinya sambil membuat review

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang gadis sedang berkongsi barangan yang baru dibelinya di Shopee.Dia kemudian membuat beberapa review mengenai barangan tersebut sambil menggunakan loghat Terengganunya.Tetapi, apa yang lebih melucukan adalah suara dan cara dia review barangan tersebut seolah-olah seperti ‘malas’ bercakap yang telah membuatkan ramai terhibur.

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"Penat sangat ni rehat dulu nanti sambung rekod okay" - Netizen*

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut meluahkan rasa terhibur mereka melihat caranya itu. Malah, ada juga yang menyuruh dia berehat terlebih dulu sebelum membuat review.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 524.7K views, 35K likes dan 909 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Kelakar pula tengok cara dia review. Mungkin dia penat kot :P

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Benarkah Lelaki Juga Mengalami Menopaus? Ini Perkara Penting Lelaki Perlu Tahu

Siapa kata wanita sahaja yang mengalami menopaus? Lelaki pun tidak terkecuali.

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Sesetengah lelaki mengalami simptom ‘menopaus lelaki’ seperti kemurungan, kehilangan nafsu seks, mati pucuk dan simptom fizikal serta emosi yang lain apabila mereka mencapai usia 40-an hingga awal 50-an.

Simptom lain yang biasa berlaku pada lelaki dalam usia ini ialah:

Perubahan mood dan cepat marahKehilangan jisim otot dan kurang kemampuan untuk bersenamPengagihan semula lemak, seperti perut boroi atau buah dada lelaki (gynaecomastia)Kurang keghairahan atau tenagaKesukaran tidur (insomnia) atau cepat penatSukar menumpukan perhatian dan cepat terlupaSimptom-simptom ini dapat mengganggu kehidupan seharian dan kualiti hidup, jadi penting untuk mencari sebab dan mengenalpasti apa yang boleh dilakukan untuk menyelesaikannya.

Mitos menopaus lelaki

Testosteron adalah hormon yang dihasilkan dalam testis lelaki. Ia lebih daripada sekadar memacu nafsu seks anda. Ia juga menimbulkan perubahan semasa akil baligh, memberikan tenaga mental dan fizikal anda, mengekalkan jisim otot anda, mengawal tindak balas kecemasan anda, dan pelbagai fungsi lain.Disebabkan testosteron diperlukan untuk pelbagai fungsi yang disebutkan, ramai yang menyangka simptom yang berlaku dengan penuaan adalah disebabkan penurunan testosteron. Istilah menopaus lelaki digunakan secara berlebihan untuk merujuk kepada kumpulan simptom yang dialami lelaki yang berusia.

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Istilah ini mengelirukan kerana ia menunjukkan simptom-simptom tersebut adalah hasil penurunan kadar testosteron secara mendadak pada usia tua, seperti yang berlaku dalam menopaus wanita. Ini tidak benar. Walaupun paras testosteron menurun dalam lelaki berusia, penurunan tersebut stabil iaitu kurang daripada 2% setahun sekitar usia 30-40 dan ini tidak mungkin menyebabkan masalah yang ketara.Sebaliknya, simptom-simptom yang berlaku kebiasaannya berpunca daripada faktor gaya hidup atau masalah psikologi. Krisis pertengahan umur juga mungkin memainkan peranan. Tekanan, kemurungan, kebimbangan, diet tidak sihat dan merokok merupakan antara faktor yang boleh menyebabkan simptom tersebut.

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Apa itu menopaus lelaki

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Pun begitu, tidak dinafikan, terdapat lelaki yang mengalami ‘menopaus lelaki’ yang sebenar atau andropaus. Berbeza daripada menopaus wanita, tidak semua lelaki mengalaminya dan ia mungkin berkait rapat dengan masalah hipogonadisme.Andropaus melibatkan penurunan pengeluaran testosteron pada lelaki berusia 50 tahun ke atas dan menyebabkan masalah fizikal, seksual dan psikologi. Ia biasanya bertambah teruk dengan penuaan. Ini termasuklah:Rendah tenagaKemurungan atau kesedihanMotivasi menurunKeyakinan diri menurunKesukaran menumpukan perhatianInsomnia atau kesukaran tidurLemak badan meningkatPengurangan jisim otot dan rasa lemah fizikalGinekomastia atau perkembangan payudaraKepadatan tulang menurunMati pucukLibido menurunKemandulan

Apa itu hipogonadisme

Apabila masalah gaya hidup atau psikologi telah ditangani dan simptom masih berlaku, keberangkalian hipogonadisme perlu diambil kira. Hipogonadisme berlaku apabila testis menghasilkan sedikit atau tidak menghasilkan hormon.Hipogonadisme kadangkala berlaku sejak lahir yang boleh menyebabkan simptom seperti akil baligh lewat dan testis kecil.

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Hipogonadisme juga kadangkala berlaku pada usia dewasa, terutamanya pada lelaki yang obes atau mempunyai diabetes jenis 2. Ini dikenali sebagai hipogonadisme lewat dan ia boleh menyebabkan simptom ‘menopaus lelaki’ yang disebutkan di atas. Walau bagaimanapun, ini adalah keadaan perubatan yang jarang berlaku dan bukanlah sebahagian daripada proses penuaan biasa.Diagnosis hipogonadisme lewat biasanya boleh dibuat berdasarkan simptom dan keputusan ujian darah yang digunakan untuk mengukur tahap testosteron anda.

Diagnosis dan rawatan menopaus lelaki

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Jenis rawatan yang paling biasa untuk simptom menopaus lelaki adalah membuat pilihan gaya hidup sihat. Contohnya, doktor anda mungkin menasihati anda untuk:Makan makanan yang sihatBersenam secara teraturDapatkan tidur yang mencukupiMengurangkan tekanan andaDoktor anda boleh mengambil sampel darah anda untuk menguji tahap testosteron anda. Jika anda benar-benar mengalami kekurangan testosteron, anda mungkin disarankan untuk mengambil pengganti hormon. Walau bagaimanapun, ia sangat kontroversi.Seperti steroid yang meningkatkan prestasi, testosteron sintetik boleh menyebabkan kesan sampingan. Sebagai contoh, jika anda mempunyai kanser prostat, ia boleh menyebabkan sel kanser anda berkembang. Sekiranya doktor anda mencadangkan terapi penggantian hormon, timbangkan aspek positif dan negatif sebelum membuat keputusan.

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'Baik Tak Payah Bagi Free!' - Ramai Bengang Vaksinasi HPV Dari LPPKN Selalu Habis Stok

Februari lalu, Lembaga Penduduk dan Pembangunan Keluarga Negara (LPPKN) telah melancarkan Program Vaksinasi HPV Untuk Wanita yang akan diberikan secara percuma

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LPPKN akan memberi suntikan Vaksinasi HPV secara percuma kepada wanita warganegara Malaysia atau penduduk tetap yang lahir pada tahun 1990 hingga 1996 dan belum pernah berkahwin.Wanita berusia 21 hingga 27 tahun pada tahun ini boleh mendaftar untuk program vaksinasi ini di mana-mana cawangan Klinik Nur Sejahtera LPPKN di seluruh negara.

Sesiapa yang mendaftar akan menerima tiga suntikan vaksin HPV dalam tempoh enam bulan

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Suntikan pertama dan kedua akan diberi dalam tempoh sebulan yang pertama, manakala suntikan ketiga akan diberi dalam tempoh enam bulan selepas suntikan pertama.

Namun, ramai orang mendapati bahawa vaksin HPV ini selalu kehabisan stok. Bagi mereka yang telah menerima suntikan pertama, suntikan kedua tidak dapat diteruskan.

Ramai mendakwa pihak LPPKN tidak dapat memberi suntikan kedua yang sepatutnya diterima dalam tempoh sebulan dari suntikan pertama. Alasan yang diberi hanya satu; kehabisan stok.Bagi yang sudah menerima suntikan pertama, mereka menganggap bahawa perkara ini tidak sepatutnya berlaku kerana mereka wajib mendapat suntikan kedua dalam tempoh sebulan seperti yang dijanjikan.

Seorang wanita yang enggan mendedahkan identitinya berkongsi pengalaman bagaimana dia dan kakaknya perlu berhadapan dengan isu ini berkali-kali

Menurutnya, selepas mendapat tahu wanita yang lahir dari tahun 1990 hingga 1996 layak menerima vaksin HPV secara percuma, dia dan kakaknya segera membuat temujanji dengan Klinik Nur Sejahtera LPPKN. Pada mulanya, segalanya berjalan lancar. Mereka berdua menerima dos pertama pada 6 Mac 2017 di LPPKN Universiti Malaya.

Kad temujanji vaksinasi HPV.
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"Untuk dos kedua, kami sepatutnya perlu hadir pada 10 April 2017. Walau bagaimanapun, saya menerima panggilan dari LPPKN UM pada minggu pertama bulan April yang mengatakan dos kami terpaksa ditangguhkan sehingga bulan Mei. Mereka memberitahu saya bahawa vaksin HPV telah kehabisan stok dan pembekal gagal menghantar stok tepat pada masanya."Selain itu, mereka menggesa kami untuk menghubungi mereka terlebih dahulu pada minggu pertama bulan Mei untuk mereka menyemak sama ada vaksin HPV ini masih ada stok," katanya.

Tetapi tiba bulan Mei, pihak LPPKN meminta mereka menelefon lagi pada bulan Jun, dan perkara sama turut berulang sebulan kemudian

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"Saya lakukan apa yang mereka suruh. Saya hubungi mereka pada hari kedua bulan Mei, tetapi mereka meminta saya menelefon semula pada Jun. Dan bila tiba bulan Jun, mereka minta saya hubungi sekali lagi pada Julai."Tindakan ini sangat tidak bertanggungjawab. Mereka langsung tidak memberi sebarang tarikh atau penjelasan yang tepat. Malah mereka memberitahu saya untuk pergi ke kampung kerana stok masih boleh didapati di kawasan luar bandar."Menurut maklumat yang tertera di laman web LPPKN, dos kedua harus diberikan SATU BULAN selepas dos pertama. Jika gagal, vaksin ini tidak akan berkesan sama sekali. J*elas sekali kami perlu memulakan kitaran dos baru sekali lagi kerana kelewatan ini*. Saya sangat kecewa," ujarnya lagi.

Vaksinasi HPV ini bagaimanapun mempunyai kuota penerima yang terhad iaitu kepada 30,000 orang sahaja dan berdasarkan pada 'first come first serve basis'

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Maksudnya, mereka yang sudah menerima suntikan pertama adalah antara 30,000 wanita yang terawal mendaftar dan sepatutnya akan menerima tiga suntikan lengkap.Apa yang membingungkan, jika mereka termasuk dalam kuota 30,000 tersebut, kenapa suntikan kedua tidak dapat diberikan kepada mereka?"Saya dapati bahawa vaksin HPV ini mempunyai kuota. Tapi, jika kuota telah dipenuhi, kenapa mereka membenarkan kami membuat temu janji dan memberi kami dos pertama? Kenapa kami kena tangguhkan dos kedua dan ketiga?"Mereka sepatutnya lebih awal lagi sudah memaklumkan bahawa kuota itu telah penuh. Kami rasa tertipu sebab kami dijanjikan dengan kesemua 3 suntikan pada temujanji pertama. Sekarang apa dah jadi?"Dalam kes ini, LPPKN telah gagal menunaikan janji mereka. Apa guna beri vaksin percuma kalau tak mampu nak tepati janji," tegasnya.

Wanita tersebut percaya bukan mereka sahaja yang telah menjadi "mangsa" LPPKN. Menerusi komen di FB, nampaknya ramai yang mengalami nasib yang sama.

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Mei lalu, LPPKN Perlis mengeluarkan satu kenyataan mengatakan stok hanya akan tiba pada bulan Julai

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Dan sehingga kini, masih belum ada apa-apa info terbaru daripada pihak LPPKN terhadap isu ini.

Adakah anda juga salah seorang mangsa? Kongsikan kepada kami di ruangan komen di bawah.

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Nervous About Voting? Here's A Step-By-Step Guide On How To Vote This GE15

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If you're worried about voting for the first time, the Election Commission (EC) just released a step-by-step video on what to do on voting day.
Here is a quick rundown of the voting process to help you go through it smoothly:

1. Walk into the voting station and head towards the first voting clerk

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Submit your National Registration Identification Card (NRIC) along with the registration slip or a screenshot of your MySPR Electoral Roll details. Then, the clerk will verify that your name is in the electoral roll and that your identity matches the given NRIC.

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The clerk will need you to show both sides of your hands for a final examination before they verify your queue number, NRIC, and full name out loud. Listen carefully during the final verification to ensure they got your details right.

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2. After returning your NRIC to you, a second voting clerk will dip your left index finger in the indelible ink

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3. Then, a third voting clerk will give you the ballot papers

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4. Head to the next table and hand over your mobile phone for safekeeping

If you're worried about the safety of your phone when left at the station, Malaysia Cyber Consumer Association (MCCA) advisor Datuk Ahmad Noordin Ismail said, "The banning of the phones in the voting booth is to uphold the secrecy of the ballot. If you do not want the volunteer to do anything, you can switch off your phone and put it in a ziplock bag, so that everyone can see that you are not using your phone," according to Sinar Daily.

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5. Proceed to the voting station and make sure your ballot papers are in good condition before casting your vote

A ballot paper should have these three things: a serial number, trademark, and official stamp.

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Mark a simple 'X' within the empty box next to your chosen party. If you made a mistake in marking or notice an error in the given ballot paper, you can request for another one.

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6. Put your ballot papers in the right box

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7. Retrieve your mobile phone at the counter and leave the voting station immediately

Voters are encouraged to leave the station immediately after voting and to not loiter around the voting station. If you have to wait for a family member or a friend, you can do so within a safe distance.

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WhatsApp Dark Mode Has Finally Arrived And It Looks Beautiful

WhatsApp's most requested feature is finally here and it is perfection.
Presenting... the dark mode.

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It's sleek. It's bold. It's everything your 3am eyes have been pleading for.

After getting so many requests, WhatsApp finally released its latest feature so you can reduce eye strain while replying to those late-night texts."When choosing colours, we wanted to minimise eye fatigue and use colours that are closer to the system defaults on iPhone and Android respectively," it wrote.

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To enable the dark mode, all you need to do is to install the latest WhatsApp update on your phone

For those using Android 10 and iOS 13, the dark mode will automatically enable once you switch to dark mode in your phone's system settings.Users on Android 9 and below can go into WhatsApp Settings > Chats > Theme > select 'Dark'.

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Eyes must save. Soul must soothe.

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GSC Is Having A 'Buy 1 Free 1' Nuggets Combo Promotion For Only RM10.90

Let's be real, movie nights are only ever truly complete with snacks

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If you miss going to the cinema, we feel you. :(
Good news though! Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC) is currently offering a sweet deal – buy 1, free 1 nuggets combo for just RM10.90.

Each combo comes with one pack of chicken nuggets (large) and one soft drink (regular).

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You can have it delivered to you on GrabFood any time between 12pm and 8pm. Or you can get it at the counter at any of these locations:- GSC Mid Valley- GSC 1 Utama- GSC Melawati Mall- GSC IOI Puchong- GSC Paradigm Mall PJ- GSC MyTOWN- GSC EkoCheras- GSC Quill City Mall- GSC USJ Summit- GSC Nu Sentral- GSC IOI City Mall- GSC Alamanda Putrajaya- GSC Ipoh Parade- GSC Gurney Plaza, Penang- GSC Queensbay Mall, Penang- GSC Sunway Carnival- GSC The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey Johor- GSC Paradigm Mall, Johor- GSC AEON Bandaraya Melaka- GSC Dataran Pahlawan

The promotion is valid for a limited time so grab it while you can for all those Netflix nights!

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[VIDEO] Non-Malays Cuba Ingat Kembali Peribahasa Melayu Zaman Sekolah

Ingat lagi tak masa zaman sekolah dulu? Kita selalu gunakan peribahasa untuk diletakkan dalam karangan sewaktu peperiksaan Bahasa Melayu

Kiranya peribahasa ni memang perkara wajib yang perlu ada dalam karangan kalau nak markah lebih. Betul tak?

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So, baru-baru ni kitorang mintak rakan sekerja kitorang yang non-malays untuk cuba teka dan ingat kembali peribahasa yang selalu kita guna dulu

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Agak-agak korang, diorang ni dapat teka ke tak? Jom, tonton video di bawah:

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[SHARE] Macam Mana Orang Islam Tunaikan Solat Di Angkasa?

"Macam mana nak solat di angkasa lepas?"

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Pastinya ada di antara kita yang tertanya-tanya dan mempunyai soalan yang sama seperti di atas. Mungkin soalan ini sudah lama bermain di fikiran tetapi tidak pula kita jumpa jawapannya, sehingga sekarang.

Orang Islam perlu menunaikan solat dengan menghadap kiblat atau Kaabah yang terletak di Mekah sebanyak 5 kali sehari

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Tapi, macam mana nak menunaikan solat pada graviti sifar, di mana seseorang akan sentiasa berkelana dan 'terbang' di angkasa?Bukankah mustahil untuk menghadap Kaabah?Di angkasa juga, satu hari hanya bertahan selama satu jam setengah sahaja, bukan 24 jam.Jadi, macam mana?

Pada tahun 2007, angkasawan negara, Datuk Dr Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor mencipta sejarah menjadi rakyat Malaysia pertama berlepas ke angkasa

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Sebagai seorang Muslim, Datuk Dr Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor tidak boleh mengabaikan tanggungjawab hariannya iaitu solat. Namun, pasti sukar baginya untuk menunaikan solat di angkasa dengan graviti sifar.

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Sebelum beliau berlepas, seramai 150 saintis, pakar, dan ilmuwan Islam berkumpul bagi merungkai masalah ini serta mencari jalan penyelesaian. Walaupun tampak mustahil, pasti ada cara bagaimana seorang Muslim boleh menunaikan solat di angkasa lepas.

Selepas mengadakan perbincangan selama berjam-jam, akhirnya mereka mengeluarkan 3 cadangan iaitu:

1. Angkasawan tidak perlu meniru bulat-bulat gaya solat berdiri, terutamanya ketika rukuk dan sujud

Cukup sekadar mencuba yang terbaik dan mempunyai niat untuk meniru gaya rukuk dan sujud seperti solat biasa. Tetapi, takbir dan bacaan Al Fatihah tetap wajib untuk dilakukan.

2. Menghadap Kaabah hanya pada permulaan solat ketika angkat takbir sahaja

Sememangnya, agak mustahil bagi angkasawan untuk berada pada satu posisi tetap ketika berada di atas sana. Jadi, mustahil juga untuk menghadap kiblat sepanjang solat didirikan.

3. Gunakan waktu solat di mana tempatnya berlepas ke angkasa

Sukar untuk menentukan waktu sebenar di angkasa. Oleh itu, angkasawan hanya perlu mengikut waktu solat tempatan di mana tempat mereka berlepas.

How do Muslims pray in space?Muslims kneel toward Mecca to pray 5 times a day. But how do you do that while FLOATING IN SPACE?! Posted by Rapt on Monday, February 20, 2017

Ini video yang lebih jelas menunjukkan Datuk Dr Sheikh Muszaphar menunaikan solat Subuh di angkasa:


All You Need To Understand The Hong Kong Protests That Happened Over The Weekend

Hong Kong Is Embroiled In Its Worst Political Protest Since China Took Control Of The Sovereign State Two Decades Ago

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Hong Kong is in the midst of its longest series of political protests since the 1997 handover. Pro-democracy activists say they are making good on a long-threatened vow to try and paralyze the city's financial district -- a key business hub for the region and beyond -- through sit-ins and civil disobedience.

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On Sunday, Riot Police Fired Tear Gas And Pepper Spray On Pro-Democracy Protestors, Including Students, After Launching A Baton Charge

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Riot police have occasionally wielded batons against protesters. They have also used pepper spray, and tear gas has been deployed against more than one group of protesters around the Central Government Offices. There were more reports of tear gas early Monday. Protesters wore goggles or masks and raincoats, and many held umbrellas to protect against the possible use of pepper spray.

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Police had used pepper spray on the students, which sparked thousands of city residents to come to the site and watch the arrests from overhead skywalks chanting to police, "don't harm the students."

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About 3,000 people have also blocked a major road across the bay in Mongkok while a crowd of about 1,000 faced police in the busy shopping district of Causeway Bay, east of central Hong Kong.

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Dozens Have Been Reported Injured By The Authorities While More Were Arrested During The Protests

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Police said they had arrested 78 people on Sunday on charges of "forcible entry into government premises, unlawful assembly, disorderly conduct in public place, assaulting public officers and obstructing police officers in due execution of duties". It comes after the arrest of more than 70 people in Saturday's protests, including prominent student activist leader Joshua Wong, who has since been released.

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"If today I don't stand up, I will hate myself in future," said taxi driver Edward Yeung, 55, as he swore at police on the frontline. "Even if I get a criminal record it will be a glorious one."

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To Understand What Triggered The Protests, One Has To Understand Hong Kong's "One Country, Two Systems" Handover Agreement With China:

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Hong Kong, a former British colony, was handed back to China in 1997 following a 1984 agreement between China and Britain. Britain and China sign an agreement where Hong Kong is guaranteed "a high degree of autonomy, except in foreign and defence affairs" for 50 years following the handover in 1997.

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As part of the handover, the Chinese government in Beijing promised to let Hong Kong keep its special rights and its autonomy — a deal known as "one country, two systems."

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A big part of that deal was China's promise that, in 2017, Hong Kong's citizens would be allowed to democratically elect their top leader for the first time ever. That leader, known as the Hong Kong chief executive, is currently appointed by a pro-Beijing committee. In 2007, the Chinese government reaffirmed its promise to give Hong Kong this right in 2017, which in Hong Kong is referred to as universal suffrage — a sign of how much value people assign to it.

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As Hong Kong 2017 Election Looms, Pro-Democracy Protestors Are Demanding For The Democratic Rights That China Once Promised But Does Not Seem To Be Delivering

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But there have been disturbing signs throughout this year that the central Chinese government might renege on its promise. In August, Beijing announced its plan for Hong Kong's 2017 elections. While citizens would be allowed to vote for the chief executive, the candidates for the election would have to be approved by a special committee just like the pro-Beijing committee that currently appoints the chief executive. This lets Beijing hand-pick candidates for the job, which is anti-democratic in itself, but also feels to many in Hong Kong like a first step toward eroding their promised democratic rights.

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Protesters want the Chinese government to scrap rules allowing it to vet Hong Kong's top leader in the 2017 poll.

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The Week-Long Protests Started On Wednesday With Student Groups Boycotting Classes And Leading Peaceful Marches In Demand For Democratic Reforms

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Thousands joined a sit-in organised by students outside government headquarters this weekend, bolstering a week-old protest, which began as a strike by students calling for democratic reforms.

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On Wednesday, student groups led peaceful marches to protest China's new plan for Hong Kong's 2017 election, which looked like China reneging on its promise to grant the autonomous region full democracy. Protest marches are pretty common in Hong Kong so it didn't seem so unusual at first.

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On Saturday, The Occupy Central Movement Joined The Rally With Peaceful Sit-Ins At Government Headquarters And Financial Districts

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The protest movement developed into a much larger, more inclusive display of defiance as the Occupy Central movement joined the students' rally early Sunday. The pro-democracy advocacy group, which is not affiliated with the broader anti-capitalist Occupy movement, has been vowing to lead a campaign of civil disobedience in the face of China's decision to control what candidates can run for Hong Kong's top office.

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Occupy Central had originally planned to paralyse the central business district next Wednesday, October 1, to mark a national holiday celebrating communist China's founding. But organisers advanced the protest and changed the location in an apparent bid to harness momentum from student protests.

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The movement aims to paralyze the key business area and thereby pressure Hong Kong and mainland Chinese authorities to revise their election plans.

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Things Took A Turn For The Worst When Hong Kong's Authorities Crack Down With Surprising Force, Leading To Chaos

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The really important thing is what happened next: Hong Kong's police cracked down with surprising force, fighting in the streets with protesters and eventually emerging with guns that, while likely filled with rubber bullets, look awfully militaristic. In response, outraged Hong Kong residents flooded into the streets to join the protesters, and on Sunday police blanketed Central with tear gas, which has been seen as a shocking and outrageous escalation. The Chinese central government issued a statement endorsing the police actions, as did Hong Kong's pro-Beijing chief executive, a tacit signal that Beijing wishes for the protests to be cleared.

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Hong Kong Government Says Citizens Should Accept The Deal Of Election Reform Offered By Beijing Where The Chinese Government Will First Approve The Candidates

The current chief executive of Hong Kong is Leung Chun-ying
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The Hong Kong government says its people should accept the deal on electoral reform offered by Beijing. The new framework will allow Hong Kong's 5 million registered voters to select their leader, although candidates must be approved by a committee similar to the one that selected the city's top official in 2012.

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Critics say that this means only candidates favored by Beijing will appear on the ballot, but Hong Kong's current chief executive, C.Y. Leung, writing in an op ed for CNN, says that this is not the case. "We have not even started to discuss the detailed but crucial aspects of the nominating process for potential chief executive candidates," he writes. "Raw emotion -- for or against the proposed political reform -- will get us nowhere."

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The China Central Government Has Condemned The Protest, Saying That Openly Nominating Candidates Would Create Chaos

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has been seen as encroaching on Hong Kong's autonomy.
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China has defended its ruling on election candidacy. Li Fei, the deputy secretary general of the National People's Congress Standing Committee, said that openly nominating candidates would create a "chaotic society" and that any chief executive must "love the country". China has condemned the pro-democracy protests and called the unofficial referendum a "farce".

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The Chinese central government said that it is "confident" that the Hong Kong government can handle the movement lawfully, according to a report in Chinese state media. The Chinese government opposes all illegal activities that "could undermine rule of law and jeopardize 'social tranquility,'" the report says.

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They Are Censoring Information About The Situation In Hong Kong From China's Cyberspace As The Ghost Of The Tiannanmen Square Massacre Lives

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As long as the protests continue, there is a chance they will spread to the mainland, where many are unhappy with one-party rule. The Chinese government is taking clear steps to limit information about events in Hong Kong by censoring internet search terms and forums discussions.

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The other thing you have to understand is that the memory of the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre, in which the Chinese military mowed down 2,600 peaceful pro-democracy protesters in Beijing and other cities, looms awfully large in Hong Kong. While Hong Kong was unaffected by the massacre (it was under British rule at the time), the city holds an annual vigil in memory of the event, which has been so heavily censored in China itself that many young people have never heard of it.

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Hong Kongers feel they have a responsibility to keep memory of Tiananmen for the fellow Chinese who cannot, but they also earnestly fear that it could happen to them. So that is a big part of why Hong Kong's residents are so upset to see their police donning military-like uniforms and firing tear gas this weekend; it feels like an echo, however faint, of 1989's violence.

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It Is Also Important To Note That Not Everyone In Hong Kong Supports The Protest For Full Autonomy From China

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Pro-Beijing groups, such as Silent Majority for Hong Kong and Caring Hong Kong Power have emerged, criticising pro-democracy activists for "endangering" the city. They argue that continued civil disobedience and opposition to Beijing would only damage the city's reputation and economy, as well as its relationship with China.

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Protests Have Simmered Down On Monday, But Tension Is Still High

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People in Hong Kong have long wondered whether the Chinese government, famous for its heavy-handed authoritarianism and its fear of democracy, would really allow Hong Kong to become fully democratic or even keep what freedoms it had under British rule. The 2017 election was going to be a test case.

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Sungai Buloh Prison Death: Cops Accused Of Hiding It From Coroner As Family Seek Answers

On the night of 2 July, a 35-year-old man died while under remand at the Sungai Buloh Prison in Selangor. The time of death is not known.

New Straits Times' Kalbana Perimbanayagam reported the man's family as claiming that the prison authorities did not immediately inform them of his death. They say they were only notified at 11pm.He is said to have collapsed in his prison cell after complaining of chest pains at around 6pm.Emmanuel Santa Maria Chin of Malay Mail reported that the victim, identified as V. Mugilarasu was awaiting a court hearing, scheduled for 12 August 2020. The machine operator has been under remand for a drug offence since March 2019, according to lawyers representing the man's family.While a report in Malaysiakini stated that he died inside the prison, the New Straits Time report said that the 35-year-old died while being transported to the Sungai Buloh Hospital, which is about 14 to 28km away.

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Following the incident, cops have been accused of hiding or not informing the Selangor state coroner of the death of Mugilarasu

In a statement issued at around 10pm Friday, 3 July, a non-government organisation (NGO) called Eliminating Deaths And Abuse In Custody Together (EDICT) demanded answers from the prison authorities, asking them to explain why they didn't report his death to the coroner."We are shocked to learn that as of 8pm today, 3 July, the police had not informed the Selangor state coroner of the death of Mugilarasu," the NGO said, adding that despite the fact that the police had informed Mugilarasu's brother, Karunakaran Pillai, about his death at 11:15pm on 2 July.The Criminal Procedure Code, under Section 329(5), requires the police to report the death of a person immediately to the coroner, it's common, under Section 330, for coroners to view the body in-situ (on-site), and, under Section 334, a coroner must conduct an inquest into the death of a person who dies in custody."EDICT calls upon Selangor police chief, Commissioner Noor Azam Jamaludin, to explain why the coroner has yet to be informed and whether he considers this a non-compliance with the law," the statement read.

The Selangor police chief, however, has rejected the accusation

According to Commissioner Noor Azam, prison officials were following a standard operating procedure (SOP) that has been set by the Ministry of Health (MOH) which requires that any death has to first be sent to the hospital for COVID-19 test before a post-mortem can be carried out."Before the post-mortem is carried out, nobody is allowed to visit the deceased, that is the SOP from MOH," he was quoted as saying by Malaysiakini in a report published after the NGO's statement.The Commissioner said that the accusation by EDICT "was categorically untrue".

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Meanwhile, the family is now seeking answers.
They have urged the police to conduct a thorough investigation.

According to the lawyers representing the family, Sheelan Arjunan and John Das, they plan to seek an inquest into the death "as soon as possible", reported Malay Mail.Mugilarasu's brother Karunakaran, who claims to have had a phone conversation with the victim a few hours prior to when he was said to have collapsed, suspects foul play in the death.The 40-year-old brother said that during their call the victim had not mentioned being unwell.The New Straits Times report quoted Karunakaran saying that his suspicion grew after he noticed bruises on the victim's face, swellings on the arms, and bloodstains in his mouth."My client did not suffer from medical problems or chronic diseases. His brother is convinced that Mugilarasu was fine when they spoke on the phone and had even joked about a thing or two during the call," one of the lawyers, Sheelan, was quoted as saying in the report.However, according to Sungai Buloh district police chief superintendent Shafa'aton Abu Bakar, the family's stand may have been due to regulations that barred them from viewing Mugilarasu's body.While speaking to Malay Mail, she explained as precautionary measure amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, family members are not allowed to view the body until a negative test result was returned."His family might not have been happy because they were not allowed to see his body, I was told as such that the deceased's brother was unhappy that he was not allowed to see the body," she said."There is nothing being concealed, maybe there was a misunderstanding, but I think the hospital has explained the situation to them, but maybe they don't want to accept it," Shafa'aton added.

The victim, V. Mugilarasu.
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UPDATE, 5 July:
The Prisons Department claims he suffered a heart attack:

                Prisons Department Claims The Death Of 35-Year-Old Mugilarasu Was Caused By A Heart Attack

The family claims that the victim's body at the mortuary had bruises on the face and bloodstains in his mouth.

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In a report published in three years ago, it was revealed that 1,654 people have died in Malaysian police custody from 2010 till 2017:

                Here's How Many People Have Died In Malaysian Police Custody Since 2010

Most of them were Malays.

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Grab Now Has A Monthly Subscription Plan. Here's All You Need to Know

If you're an avid Grab user, you're going to love this sweet deal.
Grab just launched its new monthly subscription plan allowing customers to save up to 55% on rides and food delivery services.

Following its announcement on Tuesday, 18 December, the new plan called GrabClub has been in its testing phase for all users.

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Here's all you need to know about the monthly plan:

1. The Grab-It-All Basic Pass costs RM50 a month

With this pass, you will receive RM110 worth of vouchers, that includes:- RM4 off 15 Grab rides (worth RM60) and- Free delivery for 10 GrabFood orders (worth RM50) with a minimum spend of RM20 per order.You can access these vouchers under the MyRewards tab in the GrabRewards section.

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2. You can only pay for the plan using GrabPay Credits

GrabPay Credits acts as an e-wallet for the app. To activate the e-wallet, tap on the GrabPay wallet icon and click "Set up GrabPay wallet".

3. The pass automatically renews each month, however, you can cancel it at any point

Deductions will be made automatically via your GrabPay Credits on the same date of purchase.So, if you buy your plan on 1 January, your package will be auto-renewed on 1 February, subsequently on 1 March and so on. But make sure you have the necessary balance in your GrabPay Credits wallet.If you want to cancel your subscription:- Go to the Subscriptions section, - Enter the My Membership page, - Select the subscription to be cancelled, - Scroll to the bottom of the page, and click on the Cancel button.

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4. The monthly subscription plan is limited to the first 35,000 sign-ups

To get the pass, open your app and scroll down until you see "GrabClub". Click "Join the club" and you can browse the available plans there. Take note that the pass is currently only applicable for Klang Valley users. According to Grab, the pass is only offered to selected passengers.Find out more information here.


[VIDEO] Ketuk Tingkap Macam Peras Ugut Nak Minta Derma, Budak Ini Terima Kecaman Netizen

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

Pasti ada di antara anda di sini yang pernah melihat atau memberi wang kepada peminta sedekah di jalanan bukan?

Malah, kita boleh lihat mereka ini kini sudah mula meminta sedekah di tengah-tengah jalan raya. Bukan itu saja, kali ini mereka menggunakan budak-budak untuk meminta derma yang kebanyakannya bukanlah oranglah Malaysia sendiri.Tular baru-baru ini sebuah video di Twitter memaparkan aksi 'gangster' seorang budak ketika meminta derma semasa lampu isyarat merah telah mengundang kemarahan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

Kalau aku dapat budak ni memang dia bernasib malang la jawabnya. Sial punya perangai. Lokasi bukan di bumi Malaysia tapi di Cheras Darul Rohingya . Rm50 dan rm10 kot budak tu dpat pic.twitter.com/vjrBCCM8T9— MALAYSIA MOST VIRALL (@MALAYSIAVIRALL) January 2, 2022

Ketuk tingkap minta derma, terus marah lepas nampak kena rakam

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan dua orang budak lelaki sedang meminta derma dari kereta ke kereta ketika lampu isyarat sedang merah.Namun, apa yang lebih mengejutkan adalah salah seorang daripadanya dilihat mengetuk tingkap dengan agak kuat pada kereta perakam untuk meminta derma. Lebih menarik perhatian lagi, dia dilihat seperti sedang marah kerana dirinya sedang dirakam dan seperti sedang berkata sesuatu.Warga netizen percaya mereka ini berasal daripada Rohingya yang menetap di sini. Kejadian itu turut di kongsi oleh seorang warga lelaki di TikTok dengan memaparkan budak yang sama meminta derma padanya dengan mengetuk tingkap.Lihat video lain itu di bawah:

  @afnanasyrafs Kan dah bunyi gagak  #fyp #foryoupage #fyp #tiktokmalaysia #viral2021  original sound  -

"Kalau masa ni kena dekat aku, memang makan penamparlah budak ni" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati situasi itu ternyata mengundang kemarahan netizen yang memberikan pelbagai reaksi mengenainya.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 30.4K views, 523 retweets dan 417 likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di Twitter:

Amik sekepuk kat tangan dia tu… masti melalak — . (@bittertoyou) January 2, 2022

Kurang ajar betul..yg hairan ada jugak makhluk yg mengalakkan bagi duit..kenapa perlu ajar minta sedekah di tengah jalan..nak buat baik pun bertempat— zynen (@zynen1) January 2, 2022

Selamat malam rohingya hangpa pula dah naik kepala, dah bagi betis kini pula mintak peha..— s y a m i m™ (@syamim1988) January 2, 2022

Kalau masa ni kena dekat aku,mmg makan penampar la bdk ni..kecik2 dh kurang ajar/samseng..— Afiey (@Afiey11) January 2, 2022

Dapat dekat aku memang makan penampar budak tu biadap sangat— B (@anisszahir) January 2, 2022

Kalau dipukulkan nanti kita yang salah, tapi tula kan ,haduh.—  (@naqibaqwa) January 3, 2022

Elok la dibendung dari kecik perangai camni..takot nnt bile besar byk pulak hal buruk yg jadi kalau tak di'sekolahkan'..takot hari ni ketuk kereta ugut je..besokk lusa tuhan je yg tahu— Haixz (@Haixz89) January 3, 2022

baik hati betul rakyat malaysia ni...— Payit (@Pisteng2203) January 2, 2022

Besar nanti jadi long tiger ni.cepat la angkut budak2 ni..mencemarkan imej negara— Sha (@Sha20909906) January 2, 2022

Bahaya pula bila tengok ada situasi macam ni. Harap ada pihak berkuasa dapat selesaikan masalah ini :)

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5 Must-Visit Places In Korea This Summer As Featured In K-Pop Music Videos

1. Landmarks of Seoul city in Super Junior and SNSD's "Seoul Song"

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What better place to start your summer holiday in Korea than with its capital city? No need to worry about not knowing what to see or where to start, follow in the footsteps of Super Junior and SNSD as they wander around the city and you're sure to cover all the must-see locations in Seoul!Here's a few to get you started:

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What it is: N Seoul Tower A.K.A Namsan Tower marks the highest spot in Seoul and is popular date location for couples. Some must-do experiences here include taking a cable car ride up Mt. Namsan to get to the tower, visiting the Teddy Bear Museum and adding to the 'Locks of Love' display. Don't forget to have dinner at the Western-style rotating restaurant on the top level of the tower and enjoy a breathtaking view of the entire city sprawled out beneath you.Where it is: 105, Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul.Where it appeared in the MV: You see some aerial shots of it right when the MV starts and you can also see it in the distance in the scenes of Sooyoung stretching.

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What it is: The Moonlight Rainbow Fountain on Banpo Bridge uses its 10,000 LED nozzles that release 190 gallons of water per minute to create mesmerizing displays. But the kind of movement you'll see depends on what time you go: the water's movement is configured to mimic waving willow branches and leaves during the day while in the evening the fountain makes the rainbow-coloured jets of water it shoots out dance along to music.Where it is: In downtown Seoul, over the Han River.Where it appeared in the MV: Donghae is seen walking and dancing under it and the group shots of all the Super Junior and SNSD members singing are in front of it.

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What it is: Gwanghwamun Plaza is not only home to statues of historically significant Korean figures such as Admiral Yi Sun-Sin and King Sejong the Great, it's also a great place to just walk around and lose yourself in the sights of the city.Where it is: Sejong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (easily accessible by public transport).Where it appeared in the MV: It's the area that traffic cop Shindong is in charge of so most of the scenes involving him and Sunny take place here.

2. The Han River in DICKPUNKS' "Let's Play In The Han River"

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As the boys of DICKPUNKS point out in this song, the Han River is the place to be for a perfect laid-back summer night! All you need is a picnic blanket, some yummy food and refreshing drinks, and a couple friends.

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What it is: The most iconic river in all of Korea where Koreans love to spend their free time. If you have friends or family with you, you can just sit and chat or do fun activities together like play frisbee and ride bicycles. Or if you’d rather fly solo you can always just take a stroll while enjoying the cool river breeze. You may even be lucky enough to catch a live performance just like the people in this MV were!Where it is: Downtown Seoul.Where it appeared in the MV: EVERYWHERE!

3. Caribbean Bay Water Park in 2PM & SNSD's "Cabi Song"

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Hey hey... stop drooling and focus on the water park!

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What it is: One of Korea’s most popular water parks and it's no wonder why, just look at it! It has five themed zones that consist of everything you could possibly want in a water park, including a spa for you to unwind in after you’ve spent the day having a blast. Its most popular attraction is the wave pool, where the waves get as high as 2.4 meters plus the new Mega Storm slide which is said to be as exhilarating as a roller-coaster, complete with an 18-meter-diameter funnel slide at the end!Where it is: 199 Everland-ro, Pogog-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do.Where it appears in the MV: The entire music video takes place in Carribean Bay.Pssst, no guarantees that the lifeguards will be as flawlessly gorgeous as the members of SNSD and 2PM but you never know, keep your eyes peeled and you may be lucky enough to have a summer romance :P

4. Landmarks of Busan in Apink's "Remember"

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Time to get out of Seoul! Take a leaf out of Apink’s book and drop by Busan, popular for its spectacular beaches and cultural attractions. Though this music video was only partially filmed in Busan, it still manages to showcase just why Busan is known as the summer capital of Korea.

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What it is: Gwangandaegyo Bridge offers spectacular views of the ocean and surrounding islands during the day and of a glorious lit-up cityscape by night. It acts as the backdrop to the annual Busan International Fireworks Festival during which tens of thousands of fireworks are set off from the nearby Gwangalli Beach. Laser lights are also incorporated and the whole show is timed to a theme song to create an unforgettable show! You can also indulge in various boat rides and water sports if you're feeling adventurous.Where it is: 203, Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan.Where it appeared in the MV: Throughout the MV, Apink can be seen on a yacht that takes them past the bridge before sailing out into the open sea.

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What it is: Dadaepo Beach sets itself apart from all the other Busan beaches with its shallow water and wide sand fields that are made from sands deposited by Nakdonggang River. These conditions have made this beach a perfect spot for kiteboarding, thus making it an extremely popular hangout for enthusiasts of this extreme sport. It also plays host to the the Busan Sea Festival and the custom of daljip (brushwood) burning on Jeongwol Daeboreum (first full moon of the Lunar New Year).Where it is: Gamcheonhang-ro, Saha-gu, Busan-si (on the west edge of the city).Where it appeared in the MV: All the scenes of Apink dancing/playing/chilling on the beach.

5. Landmarks of Jeju Island in Infinite's "She's Back" (Jap Ver.)

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So technically this is a Japanese song but it's by a top K-pop group and the song was originally released in Korean so it still counts! Especially because the entirety of this music video was filmed on Jeju Island.The very definition of 'getaway', Jeju Island is known for its scenic landscapes and natural wonders. Mountains, valleys, forests, fields, beaches, waterfalls: you name it, Jeju’s got it! If you’re looking for a place to escape from it all, chill out, and just enjoy the very best of nature then Jeju’s the place for you.

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We're not 100% sure which location was used but they're both amazing so why not check them both out?What it is: Halla Ecological Forest (top) is a designated conservation area which houses over 288,000 trees representing 333 indigenous plant species. It's a great opportunity to observe and learn about Jeju's diversified ecosystem. Hallim Park (bottom) is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Jeju which has themed gardens and paths such as Palm Tree Road, Jeju Stone and Bonsai Garden, Water Garden, Subtropical Botanic Garden for you to explore at your leisure. It also features a folk village and children's amusement park.Where it is: 2596, 516-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do (Halla Ecological Forest) & 300, Hallim-ro, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do (Hallim Park).Where it appeared in the MV: All the scenes where the Infinite members are walking through paths lined with lush greenery.

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What it is: Jeju Olle trails are walking paths that allow for a picturesque look at the natural beauty of Jeju Island and the lives of its residents as it passes through small villages, farms and orchards, beaches, forests and low parasitic volcanoes. Where it is: There are various trails that start at the east point of the island and wind their way along the coast all the way to the island’s southwest point.Where it appeared in the MV: The scenes of the Infinite members riding bicycles, penny-boarding, and walking with their surfboards to the beach. It can also be seen in the background while they're playing with the model sailboat and swimming in the pool.

So what are you waiting for? Now that your itinerary’s set, all that’s left to do is pack your bags and book your tickets.

Hyang-Wonjong Pavilion in Gyeongbokgung Palace.
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You could be walking in the footsteps of K-pop stars this summer!


These 'Harmless' Painkillers Have Been Found To Increase The Risk Of Cardiac Arrest

Some of the most commonly used painkillers, like Ibuprofen and Diclofenac, that are considered "harmless" by the people have been found to be associated with increased risk of cardiac arrest, according to research published in the European Heart Journal

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Known as Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), these meds are used worldwide and some are available over-the-counter

Taking the over-the-counter drug was associated with a 31% increased risk, while other medicines, like Diclofenac, presented an even higher risk. It raised the risk by 50%.Professor Gunnar H. Gislason of the University of Copenhagen, who led the decade-long study, called for tighter controls on the sale of ibuprofen and other NSAIDs."Allowing these drugs to be purchased without a prescription, and without any advice or restrictions, sends a message to the public that they must be safe," he said.Previous studies have linked NSAIDs to increased risk of heart attack and stroke, heart failure and high blood pressure. Because some of them are sold over-the-counter, experts worry that people perceive them as "harmless".

There are now calls for restrictions on the sale of such pain meds

"The findings are a stark reminder that NSAIDs are not harmless. Diclofenac and ibuprofen, both commonly used drugs, were associated with significantly increased risk of cardiac arrest," Professor Gunnar H. Gislason said.He also warned people with heart issues to avoid Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs."NSAIDs should be used with caution and for a valid indication. They should probably be avoided in patients with cardiovascular disease or many cardiovascular risk factors."According to the study, NSAIDs influence platelet aggregation, cause blood clots and the arteries to constrict, increase fluid retention, and raise blood pressure.

According to Professor Gislason, these painkillers should not be sold in supermarkets or convenience stores where there is no professional advice on how to use them. He also said that NSAIDs should only be available at pharmacies and in limited quantities.

The Professor, who said that people should not take more than 1,200mg of ibuprofen in one day, also suggested they should only be taken after consulting a doctor."Over-the-counter NSAIDs should only be available at pharmacies, in limited quantities and in low doses. The current message being sent to the public about NSAIDs is wrong," he said, arguing that if people can buy these painkillers in a convenience store then it natural of them to think that these meds must be safe for them."Our study adds to the evidence about the adverse cardiovascular effects of NSAIDs and confirms that they should be taken seriously and used only after consulting a healthcare professional," the professor concluded.

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Meanwhile, following the publication of the study, other experts from Australia, Britain and the US have said that NSAIDs are safe

Chief medical officer at the Australian Heart Foundation Garry Jennings said that, "There is really no information which suggests that they can cause either a cardiac arrest or heart attack out of the blue. I think that is very unlikely."Dr. Christopher O’Connor, editor-in-chief of the American College of Cardiology journal JACC – Heart Failure, said that Professor Gislason's last suggestion goes too far."I don’t want my 20-year-old son who twists his ankle playing soccer to walk around in pain because he’s scared to take ibuprofen," he was quoted as saying by TIME.

However, they did warn to be careful while taking NSAIDs, particularly high doses, if you have a pre-existing heart condition


Ku Nan Blames Dr Mahathir For His RM2 Million Corruption Case

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Putrajaya Member of Parliament (MP) Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor has alleged that his recent corruption case was instigated by former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad

Tengku Adnan — commonly known as Ku Nan — took to his Facebook yesterday, 22 July, to allege that Mahathir on multiple occasions tried to coax him to leave UMNO and join his "race traitors", a thinly veiled jab at Mahathir's then-party Bersatu.“Why I was dragged to the court is no longer a secret. I'm one of the victims of selective prosecution because I refused to follow Tun's instructions. First, I was invited to join the race 'traitors', then it became overtures before becoming an instruction. In the end, the threats made against me (that if I did not switch camps) became a reality. I was charged in court on trumped-up charges," wrote the UMNO treasurer general.Tengku Adnan also alleged that had he followed Mahathir's order, he would have been guaranteed a plum ministerial position under the Pakatan Harapan administration."In fact, any and all court cases against me would have been dropped. Is this not what happened to Lim Guan Eng's bribery charges even though the case was ongoing and 25 witnesses had already been called to the stand?" he wrote.

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The former Federal Territories minister maintains that the RM2 million donation for which he was charged was too little a sum for him and that he prefers to use his own money for politics

"I was slapped with a RM2 million corruption charge, and to everyone who knows me, this sum is way too small, and I suspect Tun knows this too," he wrote.According to Ku Nan, when he was appointed a deputy minister in the Prime Minister's Department in 2000, his declared assets of RM980 million had even shocked Dr Mahathir.Ku Nan claims that that figure is no longer applicable after many years of active politics, because he prefers to spend his own money instead of funds from the government or party.He went on to accuse Mahathir of doing just the opposite, which he says is obvious when looking at his children, who allegedly benefitted from lucrative positions and government contracts given out by Mahathir."Maybe (his children) are all brilliant businessmen until they all became billionaires," he wrote sarcastically.

Tengku Adnan (left) and Mahathir (middle) had met in October 2018 alongside other UMNO Supreme Council leaders when Mahathir was Pakatan Harapan PM. Since then, Hamzah Zainuddin (second from left) has left UMNO to join Bersatu, now serving as Home Minister.
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Ku Nan's allegations came after the Court of Appeal acquitted him last week, although the prosecution is now appealing the acquittal

According to a report by The Edge, the RM2 million sum in question had entered into the account of a certain Tadmansori Sdn Bhd in early 2016. Tengku Adnan personally controls this company, as per court filings.The money was deposited by a businessman who had been instructed by the UMNO man to fund their campaigns in the Kuala Kangsar and Sungai Besar by-elections. He had initially requested from the businessman a larger sum of RM5 to RM6 million.Although found guilty of graft by the High Court last December, the case was referred to the Court of Appeal, which is the court of second instance in Malaysia.In their ruling, a 2-1 split amongst the judges, they held that the money was proven to be for UMNO, and was not withdrawn by Ku Nan for his personal use. Political donations of any sum are not technically illegal in Malaysia, but if it is proven to be improperly managed, individuals may be charged for graft.The prosecution has already submitted an appeal to the Federal Court, as per Malay Mail, which is expected to be allowed and heard by the higher court at a later date.

Ku Nan (in red) after having his graft conviction overturned by the Court of Appeal on 16 July.
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Meanwhile, Syed Saddiq was yesterday charged with two counts of criminal breach of trust. He alleges that the charges are politically motivated after he refused to join the current government:

                Syed Saddiq Charged With 2 Counts Of Criminal Breach Of Trust

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Siblings In Kota Bharu Accused Of Setting 11 Houses On Fire So They Could See Firemen Work

Two brothers, aged 10 and 11, are under investigation for allegedly starting a series of fires involving 11 houses at Kampung Padang Pohon Tanjung, Kelantan

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Astro Awani reported that on Sunday, 15 September, the boys were apprehended by the police at their family home.

The arrest was made after a resident filed a report. The boys will remain in police custody for two days.

The series of fires started in June and the most recent case involved a house across the boys' home

According to Kosmo, the first incident involved a shophouse in the area.

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The second incident happened earlier in August where three rental units burned down days before Hari Raya Aidiladha. The third incident happened on Wednesday, 28 August, affecting seven homes.

The most recent case happened on Sunday, 15 September, where the house across the boys' home was set on fire at 10.45am.

No one was hurt during the incident as the family in the house managed to escape after they saw flames in one of the bedrooms.

Residents are claiming that the two brothers started the fires because they enjoy seeing firemen at work

A Facebook page called Kelantan State wrote in a now-viral post, "Oh dear, kids burned down houses just to make firemen come."

The page also shared screenshots of a group message where one person said, "There are kids burning down houses just to see firemen. It's so terrible."

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The police are investigating the case under Section 436 of the Penal Code for causing mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to destroy a house

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Based on a report by Sinar Harian, Kelantan police chief Datuk Hasanuddin Hassan said that the police are aware of the allegations accusing the two boys of starting the series of fires.

"The police are investigating the case and have questioned the children but they did not admit to the crime," said Datuk Hasanuddin.


The Double Standard Behind The Killer Germanwings Pilot Not Being Called A "Terrorist"

Andreas Lubitz, the co-pilot on Germanwings Flight 9525, which is believed to have purposefully crashed by him into the French Alps on 24 March, killed himself along with 149 people onboard.
While phrases like "deliberately crashed," and "wanted to destroy the plane," should evoke terrorism, German officials have been quick to deny that Andreas had any sort of link to terrorist activity.
According to statements by German Minister of Interior Thomas de Maizière on 26 March, "this was not a terrorist act", saying he found "no indications of any kind of terrorist background" to the crash.

German Interior Minister Thomas de Maiziere.
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As Quartz reporter Annalisa Merelli analyses in her report, it's surprising that the terrorist motive was excluded so quickly, especially when in the event of such tragedies the official approach is always not to exclude any possibility.
But then again, this tragedy appeared to lack what, since 9/11, has emerged to be considered the 'conditio sine qua non' (essential element or condition) of terroristic attacks: the pilot was not Muslim.
"Andreas was not Muslim, how could he possibly be a terrorist?"

Co-pilot of Germanwings flight 4U9525 Andreas Lubitz participates in the Airport Hamburg 10-mile race on 13 September 2009 in Hamburg, Germany.
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While it's being reported that Andreas was suffering from depression and reportedly hid his mental illness from his employer, Germanwings and its parent company, Lufthansa; according to his alleged ex-girlfriend, he had previously vowed to "do something" after which "everyone will know" his name.
This new information, if true, could change the entire western media narrative, which has downplayed terroristic motive on Andreas part.

Investigators take boxes from the apartment of co-pilot Andreas Lubitz.
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As Mohamad Najem, a Lebanese Muslim, wearing a traditional Arab headdress in his profile picture, commented on a Facebook story about Andreas, "I can't imagine what would happen if he shared my name!" Indeed, can you imagine? As Annalisa further analyses:

If a Muslim—or an Arab—were flying the plane, this would be a terroristic attack, until there were proof to the contrary (and even then, Muslims would probably be held responsible).Authorities would call it a "suspected" attack, but certainly the narrative in the less scrupulous media would be terrorism, jihad, fight against the West.The ancestors of the pilot would be identified, the members of his family or friends with extreme ideologies would be scrutinized in search of a confirmation of fundamentalist influences and motives.

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And no one is asking all Germans or the pilots to stand up and condemn the act of this one individual pilot. While they do condemn it, how come we don't need them to say it out loud though; unlike in the event of any such attack involving Muslim extremists, fellow Muslims are asked to do so?
Because double standard. As this eloquent argument sums it up:

Looking at the comments on the Germanwings plane crash by readers of a French online newspaper, I am impressed by the capacity of people to try and understand what could have possibly made the German pilot kill himself and 150 people along with him. I almost found empathy in the comments ("depression is a serious disease", "people suffering from a mental illness are not responsible for their own actions", etc).Now I wonder why the same French readers of that journal did not try to understand what happened in the head of Charlie Hebdo attackers. I guess that required too much introspection and questioning about the highly exclusive society in which those individuals totally lost it (terrorism can also be considered a form of madness, after all): they were born and brought up in the French banlieue (ghettoised and impoverished Parisian suburbs), they faced discrimination, went to the French "republican" school that failed to transmit "republican values", went to French jails where the conditions are so horrible that people get out of them more radicalized and even bigger criminals...Explaining all this doesn't mean justifying their actions. Similarly, explaining the German pilot's mental condition doesn't mean excusing him for killing 150 people. What is interesting is that in one case, people are ready to listen to explanations, to even feel sorry for the pilot ("he was heartbroken"), and in the other case humanity is denied to the killers ("they are monsters", period).I have observed this in India as well in the case of rapists. Demanding death penalty for rapists (especially for poor slum dwellers, never for upper class rapists or army officers) is a way to avoid introspection on one's own society, where "women who go out with their boyfriends at night should be punished" (as both the Delhi medical student's rapist and his lawyers said).It is easier to dismiss rapists as "monsters" than to fight patriarchy. Similarly, it is easier to deny humanity to terrorists than to fight the causes that lead to terrorism. And the double standard in the way we look at rapists and killers is blatant: it all depends on their skin colour, religious and class background.


COD Scams: Ini Penjelasan Daripada 'Ninja Van' & Cara Untuk Anda Elak Jadi Mangsa Scammer

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Umum sedia maklum, kelicikan penipuan kewangan atau scammer semakin menjadi-jadi dalam negara sejak kebelakangan ini

Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah posting di Facebook mengenai isu sindiket 'COD Scams' yang sering berlaku dalam kalangan masyarakat kita hari ini.Oleh itu, Ninja Van Malaysia terpanggil untuk menjelaskan isu tersebut dan memberikan kesedaran tentang 'COD Scams' kepada masyarakat khususnya kepada rakyat Malaysia.Menurut Ketua Pegawai Eksekutifnya, Adzim Halim kepada SAYS Seismik, Ninja Van berpendirian tegas dalam menentang sebarang penipuan COD.Pihaknya mempunyai protokol yang ketat dalam menangani isu ini dan sangat komited dalam mengambil langkah sewajarnya untuk mengelakkan insiden yang sama daripada berulang.

Apa itu 'COD scams' dan bagaimana ia berlaku?

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Secara ringkas, 'COD scams' mengumpan pelanggan untuk membayar barangan yang:Tidak dibeli oleh pelanggan; atauTidak memenuhi jangkaan pembelian mereka'COD scams' ini lebih banyak berlaku sewaktu tempoh sekatan pergerakan dilaksanakan di Malaysia apabila ramai orang mula beralih ke pembelian secara atas talian. Namun, bukan Ninja Van sahaja yang turut mengalami isu ini.Scammer juga semakin canggih dengan menyamar sebagai penjual dalam talian yang sah di laman web palsu mereka, atau meletakkan iklan palsu di media sosial. Salah satu contohnya adalah dengan mengiklankan jam tangan Rolex yang asli dengan harga RM300, tetapi penipuan berlaku apabila penerima bungkusan menerima barang tiruan atau barang yang sangat berbeza.Kami tidak mempunyai hubungan secara langsung dengan scammers ini kerana kebanyakan daripada mereka berpusat di luar negara dan mengirim bungkusan COD mereka melalui penghantar barang (freight forwarders) yang kemudian menyerahkan penghantarannya kepada Ninja Van.

Bagaimana penipuan ini boleh berlaku dan terjadi?

● Scammers > Freight ForwardersFreight forwarders adalah orang tengah dalam menghubungkan penjual asing dan Ninja Van. Ninja Van kemudiannya akan membuat penghantaran bungkusan kepada penerima.● Freight Forwarders > Ninja VanApabila Ninja Van menghantar bungkusan ke rumah anda, kami mengumpulkan wang tunai bagi pihak freight forwarders. Wang tunai yang dikumpulkan kemudiannya akan dihantar kepada freight forwarders, yang kemudian akan mengirimkan wang tunai tersebut kepada pengirim mereka.● Ninja Van > PelangganIndividu atau ahli keluarga yang membantu menerima bungkusan menyedari bahawa mereka tidak membeli barangan tersebut atau bungkusan yang diterima mengandungi barangan rawak dengan nilai yang lebih rendah.

Apa tindakan yang diambil oleh Ninja Van sekiranya perkara ini terjadi?

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Apabila Ninja Van menerima laporan mengenai 'COD scams', pihak kami akan membuat pengembalian wang sebagai tanda simpati.Kami turut menjalinkan hubungan yang rapat dengan pihak freight forwarders untuk memerangi 'COD scams’ dengan menyenarai hitam scammers yang telah dikenal pasti.Kami juga mempunyai proses pemeriksaan yang sangat ketat terhadap semua pengirim tempatan kami sewaktu sesi pengenalan. Ini merupakan sebahagian daripada proses kami untuk meminta salinan dokumen SSM mereka dan juga perincian mengenai pengarah mereka.Walaupun dengan adanya proses-proses ini, ianya amat mustahil untuk menghapuskan sepenuhnya 'COD scams' daripada terus berlaku, terutamanya kerana kebanyakan daripadanya berasal daripada bidang kuasa asing.Menyenarai hitam scammers juga bukanlah 100% penyelesaian yang mudah. Ini kerana scammers mungkin memiliki banyak kedai dalam talian, atau menggunakan lebih daripada satu penyatuan penghantaran.Inilah sebabnya mengapa ia penting untuk penerima bungkusan sentiasa berjaga-jaga dan berwaspada.

Ini 5 tips untuk mengelakkan diri anda daripada 'COD scams':

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1. Berhati-hati dengan barangan yang dijual dengan harga yang sangat rendah. Salah satu cara untuk anda tahu adalah jika harga barang tersebut tidak masuk akal ataupun yang munasabah.

2. Jika anda memesan bungkusan COD, pastikan sesiapa sahaja di rumah anda dimaklumkan terlebih dahulu untuk tidak menerima atau membayar apa sahaja melainkan telah diberitahu.

3. Selidik dahulu penjual tersebut dan pastikan penjual tersebut sah dan boleh dipercayai. Caranya adalah dengan melihat ulasan dan membuat lagi carian mengenai syarikat tersebut untuk pastikan ianya sah.

4. Jejak semua pembelian anda. Jangan terima bungkusan atau barang yang tidak anda jangkakan penghantarannya terutamanya jika anda harus membayarnya.

5. Hubungi syarikat logistik yang berkaitan jika anda berhadapan dengan sebarang kes COD yang mencurigakan. Dalam kes kami, berikut adalah saluran rasmi untuk pelanggan menghubungi kami:Live Chat: https://ninjavanmy.zendesk.com/hc/en-usHotline: +6011-17225600 (Waktu Operasi: 8 pagi - 8 malam, Isnin-Sabtu)Email: [email protected]

Awas jangan mudah terpedaya dan selamat menjadi pengguna yang bijak! :)

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Maszlee: Muhyiddin Pushed For My Resignation Over A Mega Internet Contract For Schools

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Academic-turned-politician Dr Maszlee Malik claimed that it was Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin who pushed for his resignation as education minister to then prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad

Maszlee made the revelation in his newly launched book Memori Bukan Memoir, saying that Mahathir called him up five times over the matter, reported Free Malaysia Today.In two of those meetings, the Simpang Renggam member of Parliament (MP) said top leadership in the Ministry of Education (MOE) joined him to explain their decision to discontinue a contract between the ministry and YTL Communications Sdn Bhd — the company behind the brand YES.YTL Communications is the service provider for the 1BestariNet project — an initiative to provide Internet access and a virtual learning environment (VLE) to schools nationwide.The 15-year project worth RM4.47 billion was initiated in 2011 by Muhyiddin, who served as the education minister at the time.

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According to Maszlee, Mahathir told him that Muhyiddin was "very angry" with him because he decided not to extend YTL Communications' contract with MOE

"I am often asked whether Dr Mahathir's request for me to return my position was due to the 1BestariNet issue, or more specifically the YTL's controversial contract with the Ministry of Education," The Malaysian Insight reported him as saying."I can say that this is not the only reason, but it was one of the reasons that the prime minister asked me to do so, and according to him, it was at the request of Muhyiddin.""In my last meeting with Mahathir, I can still remember, he said, 'The Bersatu president (Muhyiddin) is very angry with you because of this issue'.""[And] not too long after that, I received an email from him to return the post which was given to me on June 2018," said the now independent MP.At the time, all three were Bersatu members.

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Maszlee said he was told during the meetings how hard Muhyiddin had worked on the "mega project" and that he should extend the contract based on YTL Communications' wishes, rather than deciding on his own

However, in the book, he said that the decision was made after conducting several in-depth studies by independent and professional bodies with the authorities. The Auditor General and the Public Accounts Committee were also involved in the studies.He added that the project introduced by the Barisan Nasional (BN) administration was controversial and often criticised by teachers for its lousy Internet service that only burdened them."As one who bore responsibility based on the oath I took before the Yang di-Pertuan Agong when I was sworn in as a Cabinet member, I was determined to place the people and nation's interests over any other parties or individuals," he said.

Image via YTL Communications via The Edge Markets

Following Maszlee's revelation, politicians from both sides of the divide said the issue must be probed

Selangor BN information chief Isham Jalil said the government should form a task force or royal commission of inquiry to investigate the contentious 1BestariNet project, reported The Vibes.He questioned where did the RM3 billion allocated for the project go to. Meanwhile, Klang MP Charles Santiago wants the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to step in and investigate Muhyiddin's alleged links to YTL Communications, reported Free Malaysia Today.The DAP MP said Muhyiddin, who was acting as the home minister under the Pakatan Harapan (PH) administration, should not have intervened and represented businesses, or push for a Cabinet colleague's resignation.He also questioned why Mahathir had to allegedly listen to Muhyiddin, saying, "Tun [was] the prime minister, he could have said that he trusted his minister. He should have referred this to the MACC to be investigated."

Learn more about the 1BestariNet project here:

                YTL Communications Responds To Reports On MoE's 1BestariNet Project For Malaysian Schools

The company had tendered the most technically compliant and most cost-effective bid.

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                This RM4 Billion Project Aims To Bring 4G To M'sian Schools But The Numbers Don't Add Up

It gave a 99% telco rental discount to YTL, resulting in loss of millions.

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[VIDEO] Wanita Ini Kongsi Rakaman Dashcam Keretanya Berjaya Kesan Si Pelaku ‘Langgar Lari’

Dashcam merupakan salah satu alat yang sebenarnya penting dan wajib dipasangkan dalam setiap kenderaan

Hal ini kerana dashcam mampu menjadi sebagai bukti jikalau sesuatu berlaku kepada anda. Ianya boleh diibaratkan seperti 'kotak hitam' atau  black box pada kenderaan.Jika kita lihat hari ini memang ramai yang telah memasang dashcam pada kenderaan mereka sebab takut perkara yang tidak diingini berlaku.Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video memaparkan seorang wanita yang meluahkan rasa kesal selepas bahagian belakang keretanya dilanggar oleh sebuah kenderaan jenis Perodua Bezza.Namun, apa yang menimbulkan perasaan tidak puas hatinya apabila pemandu Bezza itu dikatakan telah menyalahkan wanita berkenaan ketika dihubungi pihak polis.Tonton video penuh insiden berkenaan di bawah:

Pemandu Bezza tak nak mengaku langgar, nasib baik rakaman dashcam jadi bukti

Wanita yang dikenali sebagai Nur Syafiqah itu juga turut menceritakan pengalaman menjadi 'mangsa keadaan' dengan memuat naik posting di Facebook miliknya.Katanya, pemandu Bezza itu tidak mahu mengaku kesalahannya dan namun rakaman dashcam di keretanya menjadi bukti.Berikut di bawah adalah perkongsian yang dimuat naik olehnya di Facebook:Pentingnya dashcam zaman sekarang. Org kata jangan terkena baru nak tergadah.Kena ingat. Zaman sekarang ni ramai pemandu gila dekat luar sana. Jangan husnuzon sangat, bila mana kita dah cukup berhati2, akan muncul orang lain yang tidak berhati2, dan terus langgar kita. Sudahlah langgar kita, disalahkan kita pulak.Jadi mana lagi bukti kukuh kita nak dapat utk menang kes kalau bukan dashcam?Aku mangsa keadaan. Alhamdulillah semua berjaya direkod dengan jelas dan telah diserahkan kepada pihak polis.

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Boleh lihat video, aku bawa kereta disebelah kiri, dgn kelajuan bawah 90km. Aku mmg nampak blkg dari cermin sisi, kereta belakang datang laju. Like laju gila 120km kot. Dan terus bang langgar kereta aku sebelah kanan terus melulu ke depan tanpa berhenti. Ye, mmg langgar lari. Bukti terang lagi bersuluh, depan belakang ada cctv.Alhamdulillah tiada kecederaan mungkin sbb aku bawak slow, mampu kawal stereng lagi dan berhenti ditepi. Cuma sakit kaki kanan & tengkuk je. Tapi traumatised jugak sebab terkejut.Hanya Allah saja yg tahu apa aku rasa masa tu, no one will ever understand. Memang mcm nak gila, tipulah kalau aku ckp aku tak mencarut, terkejut kot, sbb kita mmg bawak slow and steady je tak kacau org, tiba2 dia datang melulu langgar mcm aku tak wujud dekat situ, buta ke? Mungkin dia buta.Mmg menangis meraung menggigil satu badan dkt 2jam tak boleh fikir apa, nak cakap pun tak boleh cakap dgn tenang, dengan taktahu siapa ada berdekatan. Call 911 (ada org komen bgtahu bkn 911 tapi aku mmg call 911 dpt je and dia tlg transfer kpd polis, entah lah, kita tgh cemas mmg tak fikir dgn waras), tu pun cemas taktahu nak cakap. Cuma satu benda je dalam kepala, fikir nak save video dashcam dulu je masa tu sbb tahu kena report polis.

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Belakang remuk, tayar kereta hancur. Rasanya tak perlu explain, boleh tengok gambar dan video dan nilai sendiri.Bila polis tiba dilokasi kejadian, dia bawa ke pejabat PLUS dkt Yong Peng. Dalam kereta polis, aku tunjuk video2 dlm dashcam tu. Sarjan terus call owner kereta, dia tak mengaku ye. Dia ckp dekat sarjan tu, salah nombor lah, dia takde kereta lah. Eh nak main pusing2, mcm hanat. Nak cover la tu. Polis ckp takpe, dia cari sampai rumah. Terima kasih sarjan Omar.Selesai report polis, dipendekkan cerita, ptg sikit sarjan tu ckp dekat aku, owner kereta tu buat report polis jugak dekat trafik Muar. Jauh betul buat report ye. Kereta dia hancur depan, bumper tercabut tapi terus laju je sampai Muar. Bila aku tanya apa yg dia report, sarjan ckp “dia ckp awak dari lorong kanan msuk ke lorong kiri..pstu dia rapat awak terus jln je”. Apa bodoh sangat kau ni? You seriously think that kereta kecik, kereta murah, takde kamera? Kau memang silap besar. Big mistake, big mistake!

Kita ada bukti jelas, terang dan nyata. Siapa duduk kanan, siapa duduk kiri? Apa lagi mau pusing? Dah la apa yg dia cerita dkt polis tu tak logik, ckp aku dekat kanan tapi kau kemek belah kiri? Depan pulak tu. Kalau depan, dia lah salah sbb langgar org depan, bkn org depan yg salah, takkan aku pulak reverse. Bebal! Dasar takde akal! Kesian dia dok tunjuk sangat dekat orang yg dia tu bodoh.Maka, jadikanlah ini satu pengajaran. Alhamdulillah mmg dari bln Mei 2021 dah pasang dashcam sebab risau benda mcm ni jadi. Dashcam pun biar clear dan berguna. Biar spend duit lebih sikit untuk keselamatan kita, sebab kita taktahu apa akan jadi di masa akan datang.Ini bukan cerita dongeng, ini adalah realiti. Semoga korang semua tak kena mcm aku.Emosi belum stabil,Mangsa kemalangan, NSS.

"Free dashcam review for whoever that watching this video. Beringat sebelum terkena. Semoga bermanfaat" - Mangsa kemalangan

Dalam pada itu, wanita itu turut berkongsi jenis dashcam yang digunakannya melalui satu perkongsian video di TikTok kerana ramai netizen bertanyakan "pakai dashcam apa", "beli dekat mana" dan "waktu malam clear ke tak" di ruangan komen.

  @syafff.nss PART 3 : Free dashcam review for whoever that watching this video. Beringat sebelum terkena. Semoga bermanfaat ##dashcam ##fyp ##fyp ##foryou ##viral  original sound  - syafff.nss

Untuk pengajaran bagi kita semua, sesungguhnya dashcam ini sememangnya dapat menjadi bukti penting jika berlakunya kemalangan atau jenayah.
Jadi, bagi berkemampuan pasanglah di kenderaan masing-masing untuk mengelakkan perkara yang tidak diingini berlaku pada masa akan datang :)


11 Awesome Things Only VW Drivers Will Understand

Decade after decade, VWs have been challenged with the test of time, and they've emerged victorious every time

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These hipsters-on-wheels have been cool before being cool was even a thing!

From immortalising the iconic beetle shape way back in 1931...

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Designed by Ferdinand Porsche (yes, that Porsche), the rounded front hood was introduced for better aerodynamics.

... to being every hippie's favourite accessory in the 60s.

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Curious as to why hippies loved Volkswagens? The "people’s cars" were designed to be mechanically simple. This design philosophy fit well into the hippie philosophy of primitive subsistence.Also, they provided hippies with mobility (and, in the case of the Bus, an instant flop house) and usually could be kept running without resorting to the services of a professional mechanic.

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There are 101 reasons why the VW deserves a spot in your driveway; here are just some of them:

1. Let's face it: guys love it, girls adore it. It's awesome either way!

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2. SWAG is in its DNA

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Utter coolness, guaranteed.

3. When you roll up to an event like a boss

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4. It's perfect for budding Darth Vaders everywhere

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5. Mark Zuckerberg himself drives a nice little VW GTI

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Despite having enough wealth to buy a brand-new Lamborghini every day of the year, the Facebook CEO drives a black GTI with a manual transmission.

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6. Works of art are dedicated to your car

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7. You can have breakfast that matches your ride

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To get all meta, you can make your VW toast in your VW toaster in your actual VW Kombi.

8. There's an inkling of hope that it might have a mind of its own

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9. You get a legit license to wear their cool driver gears

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10. It's the perfect excuse for road trips

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Especially if you've got your hands on the 12-seater 1965 Volkswagen Bus Limo.

11. Owning your VW long enough can earn your ride a birth certificate

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Proud owners of classic Volkswagens can order a formal Zertifikat, which details the history of your vintage ride.

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Keen to jump on the VW bandwagon? Here's yet another reason why you should own one: 0% interest and 0% downpayment! Find out more here.


15 British Graduates Claim UiTM Stole Their Group MBA Thesis Papers From 1994

Does academic cheating exist in Malaysia?
It does — if we're to take into account the allegation levelled against UiTM by a group of 15 British graduates of the University of Bath.

The 15 students, from 4 groups of graduates of the 1994 Bath Executive MBA-Malaysian Institute of Management (MIM) programme, have claimed that their MBA thesis papers have been used without their consent and uploaded to University Technology Mara's "Institutional Repository", The Star reported.

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Accusing the UiTM of intellectual property theft, Sam Than, one of the affected graduates, told The Star he came to know about the theft of his thesis paper while searching for information on Google

The , who completed his group thesis paper for his MBA 22 years ago, found that it was uploaded to the repository."What was more puzzling was that our thesis had the UiTM logo and copyright mark on their paper. In the preview, you can see the UiTM logo clearly placed on the front of the project page, giving the impression that we had somehow collaborated on the thesis with UiTM or under its auspices," The Star quoted Sam as saying.Aged 58, Sam completed his group thesis paper for his MBA 22 years ago in 1994.

Sam — who is a consultant — also claimed that three other groups from his programme had found out that their Bath MBA thesis papers were also uploaded in UiTM's Institutional Repository

"Subsequently, I e-mailed UiTM demanding why it was uploaded to its repository and they replied informing me that the thesis had now been taken down," he told The Star.The local English Daily, on the other hand, said that while it found that Sam's group paper had been taken down from the UiTM's Institutional Repository, those from the other three groups were still there.Meanwhile, In an e-mail reply to The Star, MIM said that it was not aware of the matter and it would not have given UiTM permission."In the case of a thesis, the intellectual property rights lie with the student and the conferring institution - in this case, the University of Bath," MIM told The Star.

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Responding to the allegations of plagiarism levelled against UiTM, its Vice-Chancellor Dr. Hassan has ordered an immediate inquiry

"UiTM's repository has a well-known rule on the immediate removal of any plagiarised material. We have instituted an immediate enquiry and will get to the bottom of this serious allegation," said the Vice-Chancellor Prof Emeritus Dr. Hassan, adding that while UiTM is deeply sympathetic with the complainants, the Uni will reserve judgement on the complaint until a full and fair inquiry is completed, The Star reported."Academic integrity is a matter of great importance to UiTM. Hence, preventive measures are in place to check abuse and misuse of intellectual property."

"UiTM will not shield any wrongdoer and will cooperate with legal authorities," said the Vice-Chancellor while adding that any student or academic who violates rules against plagiarism was subject to disciplinary proceedings, which can result in severe penalties

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Meanwhile, P Ramasamy, State Assemblyman for Prai, has said that academic cheating is a serious crime in Malaysian universities, and those who are caught can be prosecuted, jailed or fined.
Unfortunately though, the Ministry of Education that oversees academic standards, he writes, "simply does not have the political will to reduce academic cheating in institutions of higher learning".

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