The Art Of Saving An Extremely Rare Parrot’s Crushed Egg Using Glue And Tape

Some 3 weeks ago, ranger Jo Ledington in New Zealand found this rare Kakapo parrot egg

The Kakapo egg was found crushed in its mother's nest, but only the shell had been broken, meaning the chick was still alive
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The egg was accidentally crushed by its mother, so Jo used some tape and glue to repair it

Staff at the Kakapo Recovery Centre in New Zealand repaired the egg using clue and tape and placed it in an incubator
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The repaired egg was then placed in an incubator and after an anxious and nail-biting wait…

A long wait...
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Lisa One, a rare kakapo chick, hatched on 28 February 2014

The tiny Kakapo chick begins to hack its way out of the repaired egg
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Lisa One, named so as it is the first of five eggs to be hatched from their mother Lisa, entered the world...

The tiny chick has been named Lisa One, for now, until the sex has been determined
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Basically, there were only about 125 kakapos in the whole world – now there’s 1 more

A conservation worker holds up the Kakapo chick's head to show just how tiny it is at birth
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It will take weeks before Lisa one is joined by his or her siblings, until then, conservation workers will do their best to keep it safe and warm
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Here’s Lisa One at 11 days

Lisa One will grow to have mottled moss-green feathers which will help him or her use camouflage as the main form of defence
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And this is what a fully grown kakapo parrot looks like

The Kakapo, also called owl parrot, is the heaviest parrot species in the world and the only one which cannot fly
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Why was Lisa One’s successful birth so important? Because of how rare the kakapo is – only 125 of the birds exist.

A ground-dwelling, nocturnal and thoroughly rotund kakapo
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Their population was devastated when rats and cats were introduced to New Zealand by European settlers. Before these animals were introduced, the flightless kakapo’s only natural predator was the eagle.

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Preserving the kakapo is important not just to maintain New Zealand’s biodiversity, but because they’re truly extraordinary birds. Not only are they the world’s heaviest parrot at 2-4kg, they are also possibly the longest-lived bird in the world, with a life expectancy of 95 years – and some have even lived to 120.

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Kakapos are also notable for their friendly behaviour and have been commonly kept as pets by both the Māori and European settlers

The English ornithologist George Edward Grey (who wrote the first formal descriptions of the parrot in 1845) said that his own pet kakapo’s behaviour towards him was “more like that of a dog than a bird”. Wild kakapo readily approach strangers and are known to climb and even preen them.

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However, kakapos' friendliness might not always be welcome: This clip shows a hand-reared kakapo named Sirocco attempting to mate with the zoologist Mark Carwardine as a chuckling Stephen Fry looks on

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Carwardine might have mixed feelings about the encounter but for Sirocco it was his ticket to stardom: the amorous bird has leveraged his YouTube fame to become the official representative of the kakapo cause, travelling with his handler to promote the conservation efforts.

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The clip above also hints at another of the kakapo’s unique qualities: its incredibly varied vocalisations. As well as making the usual ‘skraak’ noise associated with most parrots, they also make a metallic, nasal ‘ching’ noise and an amazing subsonic ‘boom’. These unique booming and chinging noises are actually part of the bird’s courtship rituals. During breeding season the males dig out saucer-like depressions in the ground which act as amplifiers for these calls, with the resulting sounds heard up to several kilometres away.

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"Please, Don't Do That" – Anwar Doesn't Want People Calling Him 'Papa'

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Whatever you do, don't call Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim 'papa' because the Malaysian premier has made it very clear he doesn't like such nicknames

In a public service announcement (PSA) posted on Twitter today, 6 December, Anwar, the prime minister, who also holds the Ministry of Finance portfolio, spoke about abolishing the old culture of high-ranking politicians hoarding the wealth of the nation. He also emphasised that policies must be made based on the rights and best interests of the citizens.

Budaya lama membolot kekayaan serta saham oleh para petinggi politik mesti dihentikan. Kebijakan mesti berpasak pada hak dan kepentingan rakyat terbanyak. pic.twitter.com/urfsSrdxEv— Anwar Ibrahim (@anwaribrahim) December 6, 2022

Despite the severity of the topic, a cheeky Twitter user decided to drop in and reply to Anwar's PSA

The user said, "Good morning, papa."In short, Anwar did not appreciate the greeting and told the Twitter user to, "Please, don't do that."

pls- dont do that— Anwar Ibrahim (@anwaribrahim) December 6, 2022

Anwar's tweet has since gone viral and has garnered nearly 14,000 retweets and 22,600 likes at the time of writing

Many netizens chimed in on the situation, joking that Anwar had once claimed himself as a father to Malaysians of all races. But, he now denies the moniker.

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For context, former prime ministers of Malaysia were given paternal nicknames, therefore, Anwar possibly does not want to be associated with monikers of similar nature

Eighth premier of Malaysia Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin referred to himself as "Abah", a play on the term "father" in Malay. Muhyiddin continued to utilise the nickname during his campaign for the 15th General Election (GE15).Furthermore, ninth prime minister of Malaysia Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob was also dubbed paternal nicknames, "Pak Long" or "Tok Mail". Both nicknames are usually reserved for the oldest uncle in a family. Ismail Sabri was given the nicknames due to his administration theme "Keluarga Malaysia".

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10 Soalan Ramalan Terkini Dari Saudara-Mara Di Aidilfitri Yang Boleh Bikin Panas

Raya tinggal beberapa hari saja lagi. Selain daripada membuat persiapan raya, sudahkah kamu bersedia dengan soalan "cepumas" dari saudara-mara kamu?

Soalan "Bila nak kahwin?" mungkin sudah biasa ditanyakan pada kamu. Tapi bagaimana jika kamu diajukan soalan-soalan seperti di bawah ini. Adakah kamu sudah bersedia?

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1. Bila awak nak pakai tudung?

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2. Masih belajar lagi? Kenapa lama sangat? Bila nak habis belajar?

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3. Tak nak cuba mohon kerja kerajaan ke? Kerja senang, masa depan terjamin sebab ada pencen.

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4. Kenapa kurus sangat ni? Sakit ke makan hati?

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5. Kenapa macam makin gemuk? Muda-muda dah tak jaga badan.

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6. Memang dah putus terus dengan (nama bekas kekasih) ya? Kamu kasar sangat kot.

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7. Ini bukan kamu yang masak? Perempuan mesti tahu masak, kalau tak nanti tak laku.

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8. DS Najib bersalah ke tak? Tak tahu? Anak muda kena ambil tahu isu semasa.

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9. Ada liquid Vape tak? Nak mintak sikit.

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10. Berminat jadi downline pakcik tak? Minggu depan dah boleh jadi jutawan.

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Kamu ada set soalan ramalan lain yang lebih dashyat dari ini? Kongsikan bersama kami dalam ruangan komen.


And The First Accident On The Second Penang Bridge Goes To...

In Less Than 24 Hours After The Opening, Malaysians Officially Inaugurated The Second Penang Bridge With Its First Accident

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NIBONG TEBAL - Tidak sampai 24 jam dirasmikan, satu kemalangan kecil dilaporkan berlaku di Jambatan Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah petang semalam.

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A Mercedes-Benz Met With An Accident In The Direction Of Penang Island At 5.30pm On 2 March 2014

The Accident Reportedly Occurred Between A Proton Waja ANd A Mini Lorry On At 5.30pm On 2 March 2014
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Sementara itu, kereta jenis Mercedes- Benz menjadi kenderaan pertama yang terlibat dalam kemalangan di jambatan itu, yang berlaku pada kira-kira pukul 2 pagi Ahad walaupun dipercayai tidak ada orang yang cedera dalam kemalangan itu.

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Ketua Polis Daerah Seberang Perai Selatan, Superintendan Shafein Mamat berkata, kemalangan kecil melibatkan sebuah kereta itu berlaku dari arah Batu Kawan menuju ke pulau.

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The Accident Caused A 10km Crawl On The Bridge

“Kemalangan berkenaan berlaku selepas plaza tol jambatan berkenaan pada jam 5.30 petang semalam menyebabkan lalu lintas menjadi sesak sehingga 10 kilometer.

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Fortunately, It Was A Minor Accident With No Fatalities

“Bagaimanapun tiada kemalangan jiwa, kemalangan terbabit melibatkan beberapa kereta,” katanya, lapor Sinar Harian.

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The Second Penang Bridge, Jambatan Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah, Was Officiated On 1 March 2014

                It Will Cost RM8.50 To Take The Second Penang Bridge Starting 1 April 2014

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What This Cool University Senior Did In His Room With 13,000 Balls

Rice University senior David Nichol must really hate the fact that he is growing up. He dreads it so much that he brought his childhood all the way to uni with him.

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He literally, LITERALLY, turned his dorm room into a ball pit! The type that we used to drown in when we were kids at McD's!

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His room, the one where he sleeps, is filled with 13,000 plastic balls in five colours. There are so many balls he can't even open the door wide.

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The door is in the top right corner!

This is how he gets out of bed in the morning. It's a glorious way to wake up.

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This is what's left of his wardrobe

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He doesn't clean his balls, but it's okay, because 'Da Rulz says no peeing and no making out

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How did he come up with the genius idea? "I read a comic one time and I thought that's a good idea. You can totally do things that are in comic books."

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It wasn't easy for Nichol to get his balls to his dorm room. U.S. customs thought it was suspicious for a grown man to be receiving 36 boxes of toy balls from China.

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David Nichol, a Rice University senior is obviously brilliant — and not just because he’s majoring in computer engineering. For the low price of $500, he ordered 13,000 plastic balls. Unfortunately, he had some issues with US Customs, who thought his love of childhood McDonald’s playhouses was a little bit off (makes sense, if you watch enough Law and Order: SVU you don’t trust anyone).

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The best thing is that his university approves! Why else would they make him our hero with this video?

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Where can we find a cool university like this in Malaysia?

“Even if you’re a grownup, I feel like you should be able to acknowledge that fun things are still fun. Just because you’re not seven doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in seven-year-old fun things,” said Nichol

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“When you have an idea you should just do it, not worry about what happens next, because if we worry about what happens next, we have to worry about what happens after that,” he said. “If we keep worrying, you’ll never get to do the thing you want to in the first place, which is, I guess, a long way of saying ‘I don’t know.’”

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Yep, Nichol, we totally know what you mean...

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[PHOTOS] The End Of Kuih Memes, Ismail Sabri's Batik Tops, And Daily Briefings

On Sunday, 14 June, Senior Minister of Security Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced that he will no longer be holding daily security briefings

During yesterday's broadcast, Ismail mentioned that his live security briefings about the various movement control orders will be reduced to three times weekly, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. He cautioned the public to continue adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and practising social distancing despite the reduced number of briefings.

Yesterday's security briefing.
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Ismail joked that, from now on, it is unlikely he will be seen wearing his colourful batik shirts that have inspired memes comparing him to desserts

Aside from thanking the frontliners, their families, and the public for their efforts in fighting COVID-19, the minister said, "Today is also the last day I will be going live on the weekend. After this, there may no longer be colourful batik that have become the basis of your kuih and drink [jokes]."He was referring to the many netizens who have created collages comparing Ismail's colourful batik tops to local kuih, desserts, and drinks which share similar colour schemes with the shirts.A Facebook post from 1 May shows Ismail acknowledging netizens' creativity with a compilation of his favourite comparisons. "My clothes have become kuih… Thank you netizens for entertaining both myself and all Malaysians. Have fun breaking fast with my kuih shirts…"

A quick scroll through the comments on Ismail's Facebook page reveals numerous hilarious collages reimagining the minister's outfits as food. Here are some of our favourites:

1. Kek lapis and jelly

2. Pulut tai tai

3. Red velvet cake

4. Apam puri

5. Cream puff

6. Durian seri muka

7. Strawberry ice blended drink

8. Oreo sprinkle brookie

9. Talam keladi

10. Shaved iced and more jelly

However, this may not be the end of the memes just yet as even Ismail's plainer outfits have managed to inspire these collages

Food has been the source of inspiration for many outfits, including the 2017 and 2019 Miss Universe Malaysia dresses:

                Miss Universe Malaysia’s Nasi Lemak Dress Is So Realistic, It Comes With Banana Leaf Wings

Well, at least we finally have a food-themed National Costume!

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                Everyone Is Drooling Over The Yummy Kuih On Miss Universe Malaysia's National Costume

There's onde onde, kuih lapis, and even kuih talam!

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[VIDEO] Gadis Ini Kongsi Dulu Ayah Tak Suka Kucing, Tapi Sekarang Siap Main Sorok-Sorok

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Kucing merupakan haiwan kegemaran ramai yang comel dan jinak untuk bermain

Jadi, tidak hairanlah kenapa kucing ini merupakan haiwan peliharaan yang wajib ada di rumah. Lihat saja telatah dan gelagat mereka yang menghiburkan hati.Kalau anda duduk seorang di rumah pun memang tak akan sunyi jika ada kucing peliharaan ini.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok baru-baru ini apabila seorang gadis berkongsi gelagat si ayah dan kucingnya bermain mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @hirothemunchkin "yg katanya g suka kucing" papa edition part 2 ##kucing ##kucinglucu ##munchkin ##fyp ##foryoupage ##cutecat ##voiceeffects  original sound  - Iyuz misterius

Dulu tak suka ada kucing dekat rumah, tapi terus rapat lepas ada

Menerusi video tersebut, seorang gadis telah berkongsi gelagat si ayah dan kucing peliharaan mereka bermain di dalam rumah.Menurutnya, dulu ayahnya itu tidak suka kepada kucing difahamkan kerana penjagaannya yang agak leceh. Tetapi, dia mengambil keputusan untuk membela seekor kucing di dalam rumah mereka.Apa yang lebih menghiburkan adalah, kini dapat dilihat si ayah begitu rapat dengan kucing peliharaan mereka, bahkan si ayah siap bermain sorok-sorok bersama kucing tersebut. Gelagat itu mengundang ketawa ramai yang mencuit hati.Lihat antara video penuh di bawah:

  @hirothemunchkin "Yang katanya ga suka kucing" papa edition part 1 ##jurrasicpark ##cutecat ##munchkincat ##fyp ##foryoupage ##voiceeffects  Welcome to Jurassic World - Michael Giacchino

"Aku pula terlebih senyum, hahaha" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut merasa terhibur melihat video tersebut. Malah, ada yang berpendapat si ayah sangat comel bermain dengan haiwan itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 840.8K views, 107.7K likes dan 679 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Akhirnya ayah juga yang suka main dengan cik meow ya :P

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WONDA Coffee Diiktiraf Guinness World Records Cipta Video Timbang Bola Terpanjang Di Dunia

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Buat julung-julung kalinya, WONDA Coffee telah berjaya mencatatkan rekod dalam Guinness World Records untuk 'The Largest Online Video Chain of People Performing Football Juggle' yang disertai peminat bola sepak di seluruh Malaysia

Gelaran rekod baharu tersebut disampaikan oleh pengadil rasmi Guinness World Records kepada Naib Presiden Pemasaran Etika Sdn Bhd, Amy Gan di mana pengikirafan ini membuktikan kejayaan Wonda Coffee untuk sekali lagi meraih pencapaian yang mengagumkanBersempena dengan Piala Dunia FIFA yang berlangsung di Qatar tahun lepas, WONDA Coffee telah menganjurkan kempen #WONDABolaCorner untuk menyatukan peminat bola sepak dalam kalangan rakyat Malaysia untuk menyertai aktiviti yang bermatlamat untuk mengubah sejarah sambil mengetengahkan minuman kegemaran rakyat negara iaitu WONDA Kopi Tarik.

Dari kiri: Pengurus Pemasaran WONDA Coffee, Oliver Kau; Naib Presiden Pemasaran Etika Sdn Bhd, Amy Gan; Freestyle Footballer, Qhourunissa dan wakil Pengadil Rasmi Guinness World Record, Yip Chong Wai Jacob.
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Bola sepak adalah sukan yang boleh dimainkan hampir di mana-mana sahaja, begitu juga dengan WONDA Kopi Tarik yang boleh dinikmati rakyat Malaysia di mana-mana saja mereka berada.Kelazatan kopi yang baru dibancuh ini juga boleh dibuat teman sambil menonton 'The Most Watched Game on Earth'.Walaupun Malaysia tidak layak untuk ke Piala Dunia, kempen ini bertujuan untuk menyatukan rakyat Malaysia untuk mencapai pengiktirafan dunia melalui platform bola sepak dalam aspek yang berbeza.

Cipta rekod Guinness World Records dengan mencipta video timbang bola

Teknik menimbang bola memerlukan tahap kemahiran tertentu dan tidaklah semudah kemahiran penghantaran bola.Dalam usaha menyemarakkan lagi rasa cinta rakyat Malaysia untuk sukan ini serta menggalakkan penyertaan, beberapa pemain bola sepak terkenal di Malaysia seperti Mohd Faiz Subri, Safiq Rahim, Qhouirunnisa, Steffi Sidhu serta ramai lagi telah memulakan gerakan timbang bola demi mengubah sejarah dengan WONDA Coffee.Mengulas lanjut, Amy Gan memberitahu WONDA Coffee bertekad untuk menyatukan rakyat Malaysia merentasi sempadan geografi di seluruh negara melalui media sosial untuk mencipta sejarah dengan matlamat untuk memecahkan Guinness World Records yang melibatkan rakaman video para peserta menimbang bola dengan sekurang-kurangnya dua sepakan tanpa menjatuhkan bola.

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“Inisiatif ini merekodkan kejayaan yang besar dan kami terharu dengan sambutan yang sangat menggalakkan dengan penyertaan besar-besaran rakyat negara yang jauh melebihi jangkaan awal kami. "Kami ingin mengucapkan ribuan terima kasih kepada anda semua atas sokongan yang luar biasa sepanjang kempen ini dan kami berharap usaha kami dapat terus menyatukan komuniti sambil kita meraikan pencapaian yang penting ini.“Kami amat berbesar hati dengan pengiktirafan ini dan kejayaan ini merupakan sesuatu yang sangat bermakna setelah setahun berusaha untuk memperjuangkan semangat kebersamaan dalam kalangan rakyat Malaysia ke arah negara yang lebih bersatu dengan WONDA Coffee. "Kami di WONDA Coffee kini lebih bersemangat untuk memperkukuhkan lagi kedudukan kami sebagai salah satu jenama kopi RTD (Ready To Drink) terkemuka negara sambil berusaha untuk terus menarik minat pelanggan tempatan,” kata Amy.

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That 'Syrian Hero Boy' Video Was A Fake Short Film Made By A Norwegian Director

On 10 November, a video, purporting to show a small boy getting up after being hit by gunfire and rescuing a young girl, went viral. Unsurprisingly, many media outlets covered it, including SAYS.

                [VIDEO] Syrian Boy Runs Through Sniper Fire, Fakes His Death And Saves A Young Girl

A Syrian boy pretends to get shot while snipers fire at him. He then gets up and is able to rescue a girl trapped beh...

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Now, after millions of captivated YouTube viewers and countless coverage of the video in the media, a group of Norwegian filmmakers, claiming to be behind the whole stunt, have admitted to faking the said video, BBC Trending reported on 14 November

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Lars Klevberg, a 34-year-old film director based in Oslo, wrote the script and actually filmed the video on the island of Malta in May with a local cast and crew. He deliberately presented it as reality in order to generate a discussion about children in war zones.

Lars Klevberg with the little boy and girl while filming in Malta
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"If I could make a film and pretend it was real, people would share it and react with hope," he said. "We shot it in Malta in May this year on a set that was used for other famous movies like Troy and Gladiator," Klevberg said. "The little boy and girl are professional actors from Malta. The voices in the background are Syrian refugees living in Malta."

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"I wanted to be a voice for every child caught in war, not just in Syria," Klevberg said. "So many children are getting killed or hurt there and nobody did anything in the media, trying to help them or write their stories. I was thinking that if we could make a film that showed some good things, of children surviving, I thought it could spread around and make people believe there was hope for the future for the children."

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When asked were they comfortable making a film that potentially deceived millions of people, Klevberg, the director said:

The video being filmed in Malta
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"I was not uncomfortable. By publishing a clip that could appear to be authentic we hoped to take advantage of a tool that's often used in war; make a video that claims to be real. We wanted to see if the film would get attention and spur debate, first and foremost about children and war. We also wanted to see how the media would respond to such a video."

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The film received funding from the Norwegian Film Institute (NFI) and the Audio and Visual Fund from Arts Council Norway in October 2013. The makers denied it was a cynical attempt to get headlines. They said they were always clear about their intentions.

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The filmmakers say their application for funding made clear they wanted to upload the film to the internet without making it obvious it was real or fiction. They also claim that those who financed it were aware of, and supported, these intentions.

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"The children surviving gunshots was supposed to send small clues that it was not real," John Einar Hagen, the producer, told the BBC. "We had long discussions with the film's financiers about the ethics around making a film like this."

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"It was not a cynical way to get attention. They had honest motivations," Ase Meyer, short film commissioner for the NFI told BBC Trending. "I was surprised people thought it was real. When I see the film, the little boy is shot but he keeps on running. There is no blood on the child." The NFI awarded 280,000 kroner ($41,493) towards its production. "It was a really low budget film," says Ms Meyer. "People normally apply for more money."

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So once the film was made, how did it go viral?

"It was posted to our YouTube account a few weeks ago but the algorithm told us it was not going to trend," Klevberg said. "So we deleted that and re-posted it." The filmmakers say they added the word "hero" to the new headline and tried to send it out to people on Twitter to start a conversation. It was then picked up by Shaam Network, a channel that features material from the Middle East, which posted it on YouTube. Then it began to attract international attention.

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Since being posted, the video created a big debate about whether it was genuine. How those viewers will react to learning that it was faked remains to be seen. However, the filmmakers are happy. "We are really happy with the reaction. It created a debate."

Klevberg told BuzzFeed News he believes the video did its job of drawing attention to the ordeal of children in warzones, and he doesn’t expect it will be any less powerful now that people know it was faked.

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However, as Richard Hall of GlobalPost says, the trouble is that whenever a video reported as real is later revealed to be a fake, the public's trust in news from Syria as a whole is diminished

It also provides ammunition for those who have an interest in covering up or denying the very real crimes being committed in Syria every day. It is for that reason that many Syrians reacting to the news late Friday, such as Aboud Dandachi, a displaced former resident of Homs, are angry about the project. “Sometimes in Syria the only documentation of an atrocity is a mobile phone camera. Thanks for making it harder asshole,” he said on Twitter.

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UK-based journalist Eliot Higgins has perhaps watched more videos from Syria than anyone else. He also thinks that the lasting impact of the filmmaker’s stunt could be entirely negative. “I think the filmmakers have been highly irresponsible, have contributed nothing to the debate about violence against civilians in Syria, and have only created more distrust in videos from conflict zones,” he told GlobalPost.

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“There's more than enough footage from Syria that is genuine to not have to make fake incidents to make some contribution to a debate. The filmmakers obviously don't really understand or have any appreciation of its complexity,” he added.

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You can watch the 'behind the scenes' of the video here:

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[FACT OR FAKE #32] Does Organically Grown Food Taste Better?

Recently, a study found that when coffee was marketed as organic, most people said it tasted better than an identical cup they were told was not organic. Does organic food really tastes better? How much of this is fact and fake?

Researchers from University of Gävle in Sweden offered 44 participants two identical cups of coffee, telling them one was organic. When asked which one tasted better, most of the subjects pointed to the supposedly organic version.

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“An increasingly large number of products are marked with morally loaded labels such as fair-trade and organically produced — labels associated with social or environmental responsibility that speak to our conscience,” the researchers wrote.

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"We show that eco-labels not only promote a willingness to pay more for the product but they also appear to enhance the perceptual experience of the product's taste. Who needs cream and sugar when there is eco-labelling?"

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First things first: What is Organic Food?

Organic foods are foods that are produced using methods of organic farming – with limited modern synthetic inputs such as synthetic pesticides and chemical fertilizers, though organic pesticides, such as Bt toxin, are still used. Organic foods are also not processed using irradiation, industrial solvents, or chemical food additives.

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"Organic" does not mean "natural." There is no legal definition as to what constitutes a "natural" food. However, the food industry uses the term "natural" to indicate that a food has been minimally processed and is preservative-free. Natural foods can include organic foods, but not all natural foods are organic.

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How to identify whether or not a food is Organic?

Look for the word "organic" on vegetables or pieces of fruit, or on the sign above the organic produce display. The word "organic" may also appear on packages of meat, cartons of milk or eggs, cheese and other single-ingredient foods.

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Foods labeled "100 percent organic" must contain only organic ingredients. Products containing at least 70-percent organic content can be labeled "made with organic ingredients." Those foods labeled simply "organic" must have at least 95-percent organic ingredients, by weight or fluid volume, excluding water and salt.

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FAKE: Evidence on differences between organic and conventional food is insufficient to make claims that organic food is safer or healthier. With respect to taste, the evidence is also insufficient to make scientific claims that organic food tastes better.

There is widespread public belief, promoted by the organic food industry, that organic food is safer, more nutritious, and tastes better than conventional food. These beliefs have fueled increased demand for organic food despite higher prices and lack of scientific evidence.

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Psychological effects such as the “halo” effect which are related to the choice and consumption of organic food, are also important motivating factors in the purchase of organic food.[3] An example of the halo effect was demonstrated by a study of Schuldt and Schwarz.

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The results showed university students who inferred that organic cookies were lower in calories and could be eaten more often than conventional cookies. This effect was observed even when the nutrition label conveyed an identical calorie content. The effect was more pronounced among participants who were strong supporters of organic production, and had strong feelings about environmental issues.

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According to the scientific literature, “While there are reports indicating that organic and conventional fruits and vegetables may differ on a variety of sensory qualities, the findings are inconsistent."

There is evidence that some organic fruit is drier than conventionally grown fruit; a slightly drier fruit may also have a more intense flavor due to the higher concentration of flavoring substances.

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Some foods, such as bananas, are picked when unripe, then artificially induced to ripen using a chemical (such as propylene or ethylene) while in transit, possibly producing a different taste.

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Organic food costs more and is generally harder to find than conventionally grown food

But that hasn’t slowed its growing popularity among consumers. Many shoppers assume organic products are more nutritious and safer to eat, but these perceptions are based more on hype than hard science.

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“Some supporters of organic food production promote it as being ‘better’ without any supporting science,” said Penny Kris-Etherton, Ph.D., a registered dietitian and Distinguished Professor of Nutrition at the Pennsylvania State University’s College of Health and Human Development.

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“In terms of both nutrition and safety, organic food is no different than foods produced by other contemporary food production practices.”

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Is there any downside to Organic Food?

In addition to the higher price, there are two main criticisms of organic food. First, some people argue that eating such products increases your exposure to biological contaminants, putting you at greater risk for foodborne illness.

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The second criticism of organic agriculture is that organic farmers can't produce enough to feed everybody. Some experts contend that organic food production, and in particular the failure to implement genetic engineering techniques, will condemn millions worldwide to hunger, malnutrition and starvation because: Yield (total harvest per unit area) for organic farming is lower than for conventional farming. Organic farming is not economically or socially viable in poorer countries.

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We Thought This Lady's Photos In Southeast Asia Were Real Until We Saw Videos

Dutch student Zilla van den Born tricked her friends and family by posting photos of her travelling in Southeast Asia

Dutch student Zilla van den Born tricked her friends and family by posting photos of her travelling in Southeast Asia
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Zilla van den Born deceived her loved ones into thinking she was enjoying an exotic five-week holiday across South East Asia as part of a university project.

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But Dutch student Zilla van den Born took things a few steps further by faking an entire exotic five-week holiday across South East Asia from the comfort of her own home.

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In reality, she never left Amsterdam. Instead, she manipulated the photos by superimposing herself using Photoshop with the help of her boyfriend.

In reality, she never left Amsterdam. Instead, she manipulated the photos by superimposing herself using photoshop with the help of her boyfriend.
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The graphics student was waved off at the airport by her family before she took a train back to Amsterdam and spent the following 42 days indoors cleverly altering images.

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For five weeks Dutch student Zilla van den Born subjected her Facebook friends to the above, claiming to be travelling around South East Asia, when in reality she had never left her home city of Amsterdam.

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She went to extraordinary lengths to perpetuate the illusion, which was fed to her friends and family alike. The only person who knew the truth was her boyfriend.

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For starters, she 'explored' a Buddhist temple in Cambodia when it was actually just a place in Amsterdam

Zilla’s authentic Buddhist temple was actually in Amsterdam, not Cambodia
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The time when she was snorkelling in the sea? It's just a local public swimming pool with fish  superimposed into it. She even got a fake tan to match.

The time when she was snorkelling in the sea? It's just a local public swimming pool with fish  superimposed into it. She even got a fake tan to match.
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To make it believable, she called her family at odd hours on Skype and even decorated her bedroom to the look and feel of an Asian room

To make it believable, she called her family at odd hours on Skype and even decorated her bedroom to the look and feel of an Southeast Asian room
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Zilla even redecorated her own bedroom to make it look like an Oriental hotel room so that she could have Skype conversations with her family – at random times in the night, of course – without raising suspicion.

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She even created the illusion of a Thai hotel room in her own bedroom, using old Christmas decorations and an umbrella, to fool her parents during Skype sessions. If all of that wasn't enough she sent text messages in the middle of the night and posted Asian souvenirs that she had actually bought from local shops.

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Her reason for all this? To show people that they often filter and manipulate things on social media to portray an ideal version of themselves

Her reason for all this? To show people that they often filter and manipulate things on social media to portray an ideal version of themselves
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Zilla said, 'I did this to show people that we filter and manipulate what we show on social media - we create an ideal world online which reality can no longer meet. 'My goal was to prove how common and easy it is for people to distort reality. Everyone knows that pictures of models are manipulated, but we often overlook the fact that we manipulate reality also in our own lives.'

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The reasons behind her actions, however, are noble: it was all part of a university project, in which she wanted to show how Facebook activity is not necessarily reflective of real life. Speaking to media in her home country, she said: “I did this to show people that we filter and manipulate what we show on social media, and that we create an online world which reality can no longer meet.

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Watch how she uses Photoshop to manipulate and trick her friends here:


Single Mum In Melaka Sells Realistic Cupcake Bouquets That Are Too Beautiful To Eat

Say hello to Mas Intan, a 38-year-old single mum with a passion for baking

Based in Melaka, this fully self-taught baker named YouTube and Google as her best teachers.Mas started venturing into the baking world about eight years ago. In an interview with SAYS, she said that she now balances her full-time job at a government legal department while fulfilling cake orders after office hours.

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This proud mother of two creates absolute masterpieces straight out of her home kitchen.
She recently gained popularity for her super realistic cupcake bouquets.

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According to her, there's no one else in Malaysia that makes them like she does.

"It started when a customer from overseas asked me to make a cupcake flower bouquet for their family in Melaka. They gave me examples from other international bakers," she explained to SAYS."At first, I refused to accept the order. I have never made them before and I did not know how to. After some research, I realised that there was really no one else in Malaysia that made cupcake flower bouquets like that, so it was hard for me to ask for advice."

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She then said that the customer still insisted on having her make the cake."They said that they believed in my abilities, especially after seeing my work on Instagram. I was given two weeks to make up my mind and within that short time, I started researching on the Internet, learning from YouTube, and then I tried to improve what I saw until I was happy with my own creation," she added.

In the end, the customer was very pleased with the results.

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After sharing photos of the cake online, more people started requesting for cupcake flower bouquets

Mas noted that many customers purchase the cupcake bouquets for special occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays, and even store launches.The price of one cupcake bouquet starts from RM160.

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Besides that, Mas can also make a ton of other different cake styles.
Talk about talent!

Some of her cakes are made to look like official uniforms, while others are decorated with cartoon characters or even realistic looking fish.

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Mas also told SAYS that all of her cakes are homemade.
She said, "I carry out my business from home but I do have a dream of owning a cake studio one day."

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"This is so that I can share what I know with other bakers. A lot of baker friends, even those outside of Melaka, have been asking me to start a class," she added.This Ramadan, Mas is fully booked and she can only take up more orders after the fasting month.For those who are interested to find out more about her work, you can follow her on social media or reach out to her at +6017-2252448.Make sure to follow her on Facebook and Instagram!


6 Tips To Be More Productive While You're Working Or Studying From Home

These days, many of us have been spending lots of time working or studying from home

It may be different than what we're used to and staying focused could be a tad more difficult when your bed is just right there. >.<It might also be harder to achieve the same level of productivity as we would in the office. Being able to brainstorm with your colleagues and having all the devices and software are essential to help you work well.

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That's why Digi wants to help boost your productivity by providing some really awesome plans that'll give you so much bang for your buck

From bringing you ultra-fast Internet for the low price of RM90 a month to getting a new smartphone from selected brands from RM8 a month, [email protected] with Digi has a huge variety of offers for you to choose from.Read till the end of the story to find out more about the awesome deals Digi has in store!

However, if you find yourself struggling while you WFH, here are some small tweaks you can make to your daily routine so that you can be more productive and seize the day:

1. Customise your workspace to something that fits your personality

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Revamp your study area, or add a little essence of YOU in your home office. It could be scented candles, a little succulent, or a nice new chair - you name it! Doing this could help motivate you to get your work done because sitting at your desk will make you feel happy and cosy :DA clutter-free space is ideal as well because it will improve productivity, so a minimalist design is deffo the way to go!

2. Sometimes, you gotta slow things down a little and take a break

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Working at home all day errday can get a little overwhelming, so time yourself. Use an alarm to set mini-breaks every once in a while, and try incorporating 20-minute power naps for a boost of energy to help you power through the day.A well-balanced person with good time management is less likely to experience burnout, which will ensure that your progress at work or school isn't affected.

3. Get your blood pumping by doing daily exercises

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Try slotting in a little workout once a day. A sweat sesh has been proven to raise energy levels, battle fatigue, combat stress, and just make you feel good in your own skin. When you're happy and energised, you'll definitely start noticing an increase in your productivity levels :DIf you're a morning person, get your workout done outdoors and soak up that vitamin D! Natural sunlight and a breath of fresh air will be good for you.Wanna stay indoors? With [email protected] with Digi's DP58 mobile postpaid plan, you'll be able to get 50GB worth of data, so you can watch your online workout videos without any interruptions!

4. Train yourself to get out of bed when you wake up in the morning

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You know what that means... NO MORE SNOOZE BUTTON. Once you're awake, make it a point to get out of bed and start your daily routine. It may be hard (we know dem feels) because your bed is just extra comfy in the mornings, but try placing your phone or alarm clock across the room. That way, you're forced to get out of bed, but, resist the urge to get back in and snuggle under your blankets! Doing this can actually wire your brain to be more alert, and can help you feel more refreshed throughout the day.

5. Focus on one thing at a time to maximise your productivity

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Don't focus on too many things at a time. Trying to multitask may cause you to feel overwhelmed and anxious, which worsen your productivity, and produce bad quality work.Prepare a simple to-do list or schedule. Identify the list of things that you perceive to be urgent and important, and then prioritise them. Leave the less urgent tasks for later. This way, you'll feel more motivated to complete your work!

6. Lastly, make sure to reward yourself at the end of the day

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Whether you had an easy day, or a rather stressful and difficult one, every day is a challenge in itself.Therefore, when you're done for the day, make sure to give yourself a good reward for making it through. For instance, make yourself a cup of hot chocolate, read a book, order takeout from your favourite restaurant, or basically anything that puts a smile on your face. One thing we'd recommend to unwind after a looong day of work would be to catch up on your fave drama by subscribing to Viu on Easyadd! They've got a huge selection of music and movies for really affordable prices :D

Staying in all the time doesn’t mean we lose our productivity or that we have to stop socialising with our loved ones.
Digi believes in the importance of staying connected to complement every family's productive lifestyle.

That's why Digi has unveiled [email protected] with Digi, where you and your family can enjoy ultra-fast Internet as well as new mobile plans that save you so much money!

Their new plans also include unlimited calls and mobile broadband for the whole family :D

Check out some of the deals under [email protected] with Digi:

Digi offers a range of postpaid plans for you and your entire family with smarter savings

For postpaid deals, get a new line and enjoy RM120 worth of savings with: 1. DP58 - For RM48, you'll get to enjoy 50GB Internet and unlimited calls. Click here to find out more.2. DP80 - For RM70, you'll get 110GB Internet and unlimited calls. Click here to find out more.

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That's not all! You can get much more with just a small add-on:- Family line from 40GBEnjoy the same quota as the principal line from only RM28 a month, and enjoy savings of RM120. Click here to find out more.- 25GB Data SIMGet connected for gadget usage from RM20 a month, and get savings of RM240. Click here to find out more. - New 4G smartphones You can get smartphones like Vivo, Oppo, Realme, and more from RM68 a month, with savings up to RM500. Click here to find out more.

On top of great postpaid deals, Digi offers a comprehensive range of Fibre Broadband services, which can be customised for every household

From as low as RM90 a month, you can maximise your productivity with ultra-fast and unlimited Digi Fibre Broadband! Find out more here.

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Additionally, if you prefer wireless broadband instead, Digi offers amazing deals for their mobile broadband packages: - Mobile Broadband: If you sign up for the package which starts from as low as RM45 per month, you can get extra savings of RM240! Find out more here.

Now, everyone can get the latest devices, work and study solutions, as well as better connectivity! Connect better, work smarter, and create more memories with Digi :D

If you opt for any of the mobile broadband or fibre broadband plans, make sure to sign up for auto-billing with Mastercard to enjoy a 5% off your monthly bill for 6 months. You'll also get to save more with an RM50 Digi Store Online (DSO) voucher! Terms and conditions apply. Find out more here.

For more info about how you can get so much value for your money with [email protected] with Digi, just visit this website!

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Gerai Di TTDI Ini Menjual Snek Kulit Ayam Crispy & Lazat Untuk RM7 Sahaja. Sedap Gila Beb!

Part yang paling best tentang menikmati ayam goreng ialah kulit ayam yang rangup, gurih dan penuh dengan perasa. Memang boleh buat ketagih!

Walaupun lazat, kulit ayam goreng memang tidak puas dimakan kerana anda harus menjamah isi ayamnya sekali. Mana syiok! Jika goreng di rumah, susah pula. Siapa sahaja yang ada masa? Kini, dengan Piel De Pollo, anda tidak perlu risau lagi kerana anda boleh menikmati snek kulit ayam goreng begitu sahaja sepuas hati anda. Memang crispy dan memuaskan!

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Piel De Pollo yang bertapak di Pinggir Zaaba ini terkenal dengan snek signature mereka iaitu 'Deep Fried Chicken Skin' yang berharga RM7 (biasa) dan RM8 (tambahan sos keju)

Lihat gambar-gambar yang melazatkan di bawah:

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Apa yang menarik tentang Piel De Pollo ialah anda boleh memilih tahap kepedasan mengikut cita rasa anda. Dari Meh (Level 1), So-so (Level 2), Can Tahan (Level 3) dan Oh My God (Level 4), kesemuanya sedap belaka! Setiap seasoning memang sesuai dengan kerangupan kulit ayam goreng seolah-olah menikmati keropok.

Bukan itu sahaja, mereka juga menghidangkan The Three Amigos (RM10) yang mempunyai sos keju dan bacon bits. Memang berbaloi!

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Ternyata Piel De Pollo menghidangkan snek yang bukan biasa-biasa! Bukan senang untuk mencari kulit ayam goreng rangup yang dijual pada harga yang berpatutan. Digabungkan pula bersama sos keju dan bacon bits (daging lembu), snek ini memang sangat sesuai untuk anda yang ingin menikmati kulit ayam crispy tanpa isi ayam.

Anda teringin nak cuba? Dapatkan info penuh Piel De Pollo di sini:

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Alamat: Piel de Pollo, Pinggir Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur. (Berhadapan dengan BHPetrol dan Lim Tayar) Waktu Operasi: 8.00 malam - 12.00 tengah malam (Selasa hingga Sabtu)Tutup setiap hari Isnin dan Ahad. No. Telefon: +6017-288 0146Dapatkan maklumat lanjut di sini: Instagram | Facebook

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#Budget2021: Here's How The Govt Plans To Improve Digital Connectivity In Malaysia

When tabling #Budget2021 on Friday, 6 November, Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz said that "the government recognises the need for telecommunication networks as a third utility"

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"In the new norm, virtual services are becoming more common. The development of infrastructure and upgrading of basic telecommunication networks is necessary to meet the needs of a digital lifestyle," he added.

From schools to businesses, here's how the government is planning to help improve Malaysia's physical and digital connectivity infrastructure through #Budget2021:

1. Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will allocate RM7.4 billion to build and upgrade broadband services throughout 2021 and 2022

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2. RM500 million will be allocated to implement the Jalinan Digital Negara Plan (JENDELA)

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This will ensure the connectivity of 430 schools and 25 industrial areas throughout Malaysia, covering all states.According to a report by the National Digital Infrastructure Lab (NDIL), the measures put in place as a result of COVID-19 was a stress test to the nation’s digital infrastructure.Internet traffic increased by 30% - 70%, but Internet speed reduced by 30% - 40%. Internet-related complaints also increased by 40% - 70%.That's why the NDIL formulated JENDELA, to improve Internet coverage and quality of service, as well as set the foundation for 5G.Here are JENDELA's national aspirations:- Wireless broadband: 100% of 4G coverage in populated areas + 100Mbps speed by adopting 5G- Fixed broadband: Gigabit access to 9 million premises passed- Delivery ecosystem: A readily accessible Digital Infrastructure map

3. Government Linked Companies (GLCs) and Government Linked Investment Companies (GLICs) will contribute RM150 million into Tabung CERDIK

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As online education has become increasingly more important because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tabung CERDIK will provide laptops to 150,000 students in 500 schools as a pilot project. This project will be supervised by Yayasan Hasanah.

4. RM150 million will be allocated to implement the Shop Malaysia Online initiative

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The Shop Malaysia Online initiative will be carried out together with e-commerce platforms, in order to encourage online spending. This will benefit 500,000 local sellers, including halal products and handicraft entrepreneurs.

5. RM150 million will be allocated to provide training programmes, sales assistance, and digital equipment for 100,000 local entrepreneurs

In line with the e-Commerce SME and Micro SME Campaign, this is to encourage more businesses to start using e-commerce.

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6. Under the SME Digitalisation Grant Scheme and the Automation Grant, additional funds amounting to RM150 million will be provided

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In support of automation and modernisation, these grants will help Malaysian businesses go digital. The eligibility conditions for these grants have also been relaxed for micro SMEs and start-ups that have been operating for at least six months.

7. Through Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMP), the government has provided the Industrial Digitalisation Transformation Scheme, valued at RM1 billion

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Technology firms or manufacturing companies offering selected technologies can apply for this via BPMP.The goal of this fund is to accelerate the widespread adoption of Industry 4.0-related technologies, to increase the manufacturing sector's contribution to the national economy.With the aim of boosting digitalisation activities, the availability of these funds will be extended until 31 December 2023.

8. Via the eBelia Programme, a one-off payment of RM50 will be credited into the e-wallet accounts of Malaysians aged 18 to 20

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As we move towards embracing a cashless society, youths play an important role as pioneers and consumers in adopting the latest technology.With an allocation of RM75 million, the eBelia Programme is expected to benefit more than 1.5 million youths.

9. RM1.5 billion will be allocated to implement the Jaringan PRIHATIN Programme, in order to alleviate the B40 group's financial burden in accessing Internet services

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During the first quarter of 2021, an estimated 8 million individuals in the B40 category will each be eligible to receive telecommunication credit worth RM180. This credit can be used for Internet subscription, or to defray part of the cost of buying new mobile phones.At the same time, telecommunication companies will be providing various benefits, such as free data, valued at a total of RM1.5 billion.

10. RM50 million has been allocated to upgrade the Malaysian Research & Education Network (MYREN) access line

The upgrade will see the MYREN access line increasing from 500Mbps to 10Gbps, in order to ensure Internet connectivity in institutions of higher learning.

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11. The e-Satellite Farm Programme will be implemented

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RM10 million will be allocated for this, in the form of matching grants of up to RM30,000 to the Pertubuhan Peladang Kawasan (PPK). The purpose of these grants is to help farmers purchase agriculture equipment based on the Internet of Things, including drones.The programme is expected to benefit more than 300 PPKs with a membership of nearly 1 million farmers and planters.

For more information on #Budget2021 and other government initiatives, head over to the Ministry of Finance website

Get a recap on some #Budget2021 highlights from Nandini:

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Minister Khairuddin Says He Is Donating 4 Months Of His Salary To COVID-19 Fund

Khairuddin Aman Razali, who is the Plantations and Commodities Minister in the Perikatan Nasional (PN) administration, has apologised for breaching COVID-19 quarantine rules after returning from overseas

In a statement today, 22 August, Khairuddin said that he apologises to all Malaysians for the mistake."As a Minister, I am responsible for complying with the rules and standard operating procedures (SOPs) during the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO)," added the PAS politician.

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Taking responsibility for the breach, for which he has been fined RM1,000 by the Ministry Of Health (MOH), he said that he will donate four months of his salary to the National Disaster Relief Fund

"To show my responsibility towards the matter, I will return my salaries as a minister from May until August this year and contribute the amount to the COVID-19 Fund, under the MOH," he said."I have also donated the salaries received for March and April this year to the same fund."Based on this, Khairuddin will not be taking home any salary since being appointed to the Plantation Industries and Commodities portfolio in the PN administration in March 2020.Meanwhile, he said that will continue to work hard and redouble all his efforts and energy to carry out the task as a minister to ensure that all citizens involved in plantations and commodities always benefit.


Couple Who Used Lost Credit Card On Shopping Spree Returns It After Getting Exposed Online

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A couple who used a missing credit card on a shopping spree has returned it to its rightful owner after photos of them were exposed online

According to Guang Ming Daily, the owner of the credit card lost his wallet at a restaurant in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur on 17 March.However, because he always uses his mobile phone to pay for things and spent a day moving to a new place, he did not realise he had lost his wallet until two days later.Upon checking his credit card bills online, he found out that his credit card had been used multiple times on 17 March and 18 March.He filed a police report over the matter and contacted his bank to freeze the credit card. The victim also went to several drugstores, where his credit card was used, to obtain closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage of the individuals using his card.It was then he realised that a young couple had picked up his credit card and gone on a shopping spree.

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The CCTV footage showed the boyfriend standing on the sidelines while his girlfriend paid for items with the victim's credit card.The duo then left the store with big bags of goods.

Upset by the situation, the victim then uploaded photos of the couple on social media to ask for netizens' help to identify them

The move was deemed helpful because the social media post went viral and captured the couple's attention, reported China Press.Due to mounting pressure from the public, the victim claimed that the couple decided to return his wallet as well as compensate him with some money."(The compensation includes) the cost of petrol (for driving around the city) to search for the CCTV footage, lost wages for not going to work because of this incident, and the cost of reissuing the card, among others," he revealed in a social media post yesterday, 20 March.In exchange, the victim said that the couple requested for him to delete his earlier posts, to which he obliged.He hoped that netizens will look at this matter rationally after the couple had admitted fault.

The victim's latest social media post after he retrieved his wallet.
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Check out how you can replace your cards after losing your wallet here:

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Najib's Take On Why Malaysia's Stock Market Fell And What Experts Have To Say

Former premier Datuk Seri Najib Razak penned a lengthy Facebook post dedicated to the Pakatan Harapan government late Wednesday, 23 May

In the post, Najib said that the credibility of Malaysia's numbers and institutions could be doubted by mixing political narratives with facts.

In his post, Najib claimed that:

1. The stock market fell after Tun Dr Mahathir announced that the country’s debt was now RM1 trillion

"Saying that our debt is now RM1 trillion without giving any details of what you mean will just unsettle the financial markets, alarm the credit rating agencies, and investors' confidence in our institutions," Najib wrote.Calling the claims about the national debt "alarming and confusing", Najib wrote that investors and credit rating agencies will be alarmed by such statements. He also alleged that "tens of billions of ringgit" in market value were wiped out in a day as a result of Mahathir's claims. The Edge Markets reported that RM31.7 billion were wiped off the market on Wednesday.

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The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) dropped by 40.78 points on Wednesday, according to The Star. Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd vice-president of research Vincent Lau told The Edge Markets that it could be resulted from the announcement of Malaysia's RM1 trillion debt."The RM1 trillion headline has spooked the market," Lau said, before encouraging investors to look past the "noises" regarding Malaysia's debt."Our Bursa Malaysia index fell the most among all worldwide stock markets," Najib wrote, in reference to the plunge of the index.

While the RM1 trillion debt headlines could be considered a 'spook factor', it wasn't the sole reason that led to the stock market fall according to experts

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The Edge Markets reported Loui Low, head of retail research for Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd, as listing out a few other reasons for the plunge: • Concerns about Malaysia's debt management,• Possible decrease in tax collection following the zero-rated goods and services tax (GST),• Poorer corporate results.Founder of Loanstreet and Finology Jared Lim told SAYS that it is uncertain if the stock markets fell simply because of the RM1 trillion debt announcement.On the same day of the FBM KLCI's dive, Reuters reported that Asian shares fell in general. Investors were anxious after US President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the US-China trade talks, which caused a U-turn in a previously optimistic market sentiment.

2. Najib also criticised statements minimising the consequences of a downgrade in Malaysia's credit ratings

"Issuing statements that we should not worry about our country's sovereign credit ratings being downgraded will result in further rocking the confidence in our institutions," Najib wrote, before alleging that the government will face debt financing costs of RM10 billion per year.He also claimed that a downgrade will lead to huge capital outflows, causing the Ringgit to weaken.

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Nonetheless, Rakuten Trade's Vincent Lau argues it was too early for rating agencies to decide.Lau thinks the impact from a downgrade "will not be significant", after arguing that it is too early for rating agencies to decide on Malaysia's credit ratings. The agencies would need time to evaluate policy changes."I also think the impact from a downgrade on small- and mid-cap companies would be limited as these companies' borrowings are likely to be coming from local banks," Lau was quoted as saying by The Edge Markets.Furthermore, Loanstreet's Jared Lim also told SAYS that the agencies give out credit ratings based on the fundamental health of a country's economy, instead of fluctuations in the market."The fundamentals would have been unaffected by whether (the RM1 trillion) debt was pronounced or not," Jared said, before adding that the debt announcement merely brought new information to light.

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However, The Star previously reported Moody's Investors Service as saying that some campaign promises of the Pakatan Harapan government would be "credit negative" for the country.Moody's also said the government's revenue base will be narrowed without any measures to offset the loss from a zero-rated GST.Head of markets strategy at National Australia Bank in Singapore, Christy Tan was also reported as saying that markets are in for a rough ride following the historical results of the 14th General Election."While the result is cheered by Malaysians, this means more uncertainties for international investors," she said.

In his closing remarks, Najib reminded the Pakatan Harapan government that Malaysians should come first

Najib alleged that the government may want to "slander and put all the blame" on him to justify undelivered manifesto promises."You must remember that the country and our people comes first," he wrote."The time to play politics is over," he added, after claiming that "misleading" statements regarding 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) have been issued to blame him."Words spoken while in such positions of power result in actual losses to the country and the people, as was proven today in the stock market."

What do you think about Najib's claims? Let us know in the comments below.

Previously, Najib claimed that he was not a person who steals what belongs to the people:

                "I'm Not A Person Who Steals What Belongs To The People" - Najib Tells Pekan UMNO Branch

It was his first visit to his constituency since Barisan Nasional's loss in the 14th General Election.

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Resident Sends Warning Note To Neighbour For Loud Pounding Of Pestle & Mortar At Midnight

Nobody likes a loud neighbour, let alone being constantly disturbed by the sound of... pounding a pestle and mortar in the middle of the night

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A resident, who was no longer able to withstand the constant thuds coming from their upstairs neighbour, decided to write them a warning note

"Asking for your cooperation, please don't use pestle and mortar late at night. Please respect other people's sleep time. If it happens again, it will be recorded and a complaint will be made to the management," read the note pasted on the neighbour's door.The photo of the note was initially shared by netizen Batrisyia Nasri in 2019, but has recently resurfaced and gone viral on Facebook, with over 3,100 likes.

Image via Batrisyia Nasri via OHBULAN! (Facebook)

Thousands of netizens made fun of the scenario, with some giving tips on how to reduce the noise caused by using a pestle and mortar, while others asked how long the pounding sounds lasted

"For those who mash pepper and turmeric next time, cover it with a cloth," advised a Facebook user."Were they pounding for an hour? If it is just five or six minutes, I think it should be alright," said another person.One cheeky netizen added, "It's not a pestle and mortar. Maybe the legs of the bed frame are not balanced, that's why they make sounds.""I used to hear noises like that. Chairs being pulled noiselessly, pestle and mortar banging, and the sound of marbles and pennies past midnight at 12am-3am. After a while, I think I was used to it," wrote a person, suggesting that it could be a spiritual entity that made those noises.

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Speaking to SAYS, Batrisyia said she received the note from a neighbour downstairs, but it was not her who made the noises

She said the incident happened four years ago when she was staying in a building in Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur."I didn't write that note. It was pasted in front of my house, but I never made the sound of the pestle and mortar from my house. We rarely cooked at home and we didn't even have that at home. In fact, my housemate and I heard the same noise from the house upstairs," she clarified."Actually, the scarier thing is when another note reprimanded us for the sound of moving furniture at night. We didn't have that much furniture to be moved around in the first place. Ever since then, I was sure that the noises were not made by a human," she added.Batrisyia said she was shocked that even the neighbour below her could hear the same noises that had been bothering her.She said she was not upset by the notes, but just hoped the neighbour knew it was not her who made the noises, which usually started at 11pm and lasted until past midnight.

Batrisyia told SAYS this is the first note she received from her downstairs neighbour.
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Batrisyia shared a clip of the noises she heard when she was living in the building with SAYS, which you can hear in the video below:

If you are wondering what spiritual entity it MIGHT have been, check out this story:

                From Toyol To Pocong: Here Are 5 Types Of Malaysian Hantus That Are Roaming Our Country

Did you know that penanggals are actually human beings who turns themselves into ghosts?

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Tawar Sehingga RM3,000 Untuk Beli Duit RM1 Lama, Ramai Yang Teruja Dengan Posting YB Ini

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Berita baik buat pengumpul dan peminat duit lama sedia ada yang mempunyai wang kertas RM1

Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) Jeram Mohd Shaid Rosli menawarkan RM1,000 kepada mana-mana individu yang mempunyai wang kertas RM1 yang ditandatangani oleh Gabenor Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) yang keenam, Tan Sri Dr Ali Abul Hassan Sulaiman.Menerusi posting yang dimuat naik di Facebook miliknya, Mohd Shaid berkata, tawaran akan meningkat kepada RM2,000 dan RM3,000 jika keadaan wang kertas RM1 itu berada dalam keadaan baik dan sempurna.

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"Cuba tengok (wang) kertas RM1 yang ada kat anda. Kalau ada yang tanda tangan yang sama seperti gambar di bawah, saya beli dengan harga RM1,000."Jika keadaan cantik, saya beli dengan harga RM2,000. Kalau lagi cantik, saya beli dengan harga RM 3,000," katanya.

Sementara itu, posting berkenaan telah mendapat perhatian warganet selepas ia tular di media sosial

Hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen, ramai warganet juga ada menunjukkan koleksi wang lama yang disimpan mereka.Ketika artikel ini ditulis posting tersebut sudah pun meraih lebih 1.3K likes, 359 comments dan 1.6K shares.Berikut di bawah antara komen menarik daripada warganet di Facebook:

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Image via Shaid Rosli (Facebook)

Fuh, lumayan juga tawaran YB bagi ni, cuba check korang punya wallet ada tak wang kertas RM1 ni? ;)

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Dapat Markah 99% Dalam Sejarah, Gadis Ini Kongsi Tips Belajar Yang Sangat Berguna & Mudah!

Kebanyakan daripada pelajar yang sedang menuntut di peringkat Sekolah Menengah pastinya akan 'menggeruni' matapelajaran Sejarah

Bagi rata-rata pelajar, matapelajaran Sejarah seolah-olah memerlukan mereka untuk menghafal keseluruhan buku bagi memudahkan mereka ketika menjawab soalan di dalam peperiksaan nanti.Sudah pasti, perkara itu agak sukar untuk dilakukan oleh mereka lebih-lebih lagi jika tidak mempunyai kemahiran menghafal dan mengingati dengan baik.Selain itu, antara tips yang sering digunakan oleh kebanyakan pelajar untuk score di dalam matapelajaran tersebut adalah dengan mengingati tarikh-tarikh penting, nama-nama tokoh yang terlibat dan pelbagai lagi.Namun tanpa disedari, sebenarnya terdapat kaedah atau tips lain yang boleh digunakan para pelajar bagi memudahkan mereka untuk mendapatkan score yang tinggi dalam matapelajaran tersebut.

Seperti sebuah perkongsian yang dibuat seorang gadis di laman Twitter miliknya, dia menceritakan semula kaedah yang digunakan olehnya sehingga berjaya memperoleh markah 99% dalam matapelajaran Sejarah

Menurut pengguna Twitter yang menggunakan nama @aintheorchid ini, dia berkata adalah penting bagi setiap calon yang bakal mengambil matapelajaran itu untuk membuat semula latihan daripada soalan-soalan peperiksaan tahun sebelumnya.Sejak ia dikongsikan, tips gadis ini telah berjaya mendapat hampir 10 ribu RTs dan lebih 17 ribu tanda suka.Baca perkongsian penuh gadis ini di bawah:

Pukul 11 aku share macam mana aku boleh dapat 99% sejarah duluu. Hehehe wait for me  pic.twitter.com/5lMQbz2MwD— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

Aku punya teknik and cara belajar, aku highlightkan dulu mana yang penting dalam buku teks macam contoh tulisan tamadun mesopotamia, ciri ciri bandar terancang dia lepastu aku tulis kat notebook aku, aku jadikan satu akronim atau aku buat lagu.— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

Kat sini aku nak tekankan banyakkan buat latihan past year sebab sejarah ni berulang je soalan dia! Lepastu kau takpayah hafal bagai nak rak sangat. Just buat peta pokok ke akronim ke untuk kau senang ingat !! Jangan percaya sangat dengan soalan spot 100%. Nanti korang kecewa— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

Katanya, untuk menjawab soalan KBAT, ia adalah penting untuk menyertakan sekali huraian di dalam jawapan

macam ni cara aku jawab kbat pic.twitter.com/zUcBZdSenx— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

nak jawab kbat kena ada isi dengan huraian sekali lagi bagus masukkan inferens kecil kat akhir karangan tu. contohnya kesimpulannya kita hendaklah ... agar ... negara terus maju ...— ä (@aintheorchid) March 7, 2020

pic.twitter.com/piGRN4JJfc— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

pic.twitter.com/Nf2VYycCu8— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

lepastu cikgu aku ajar kalau soalan struktur last sekali mesti kbat kan kalau nak dapat 4 markah straight guna teknik ni (kepala ayat+isi+huraian+contoh+kesan pastu lagi bagus masuk inferens kecik utk tutup ayat) pic.twitter.com/CpuTapnjgt— ä (@aintheorchid) March 7, 2020

Namun begitu ujar gadis ini, dia mengakui bahawa matapelajaran Sejarah ini sukar berbanding yang lain

Utk essay pulak, korg kena byk tahu tajuk f4 dan f5 jgk.Aku syorkan bkk je soalan essay tgk kbat sbb kbat paling bnyk markah. So perati kan yg mn korang punya otak blh bagi idea lebih. Walaumcm mana teruk pun kau, klau tkthu soalan ii fakta tu kbat mesti jawab ada markah utk kau— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

Okay sejujurnya sejarah ni memang susah sebab dia bukan macam subjek lain, yang boleh kau goreng en. Dia fakta. Perlukan banyak hafalan. Aku pun give up jugak sebab apa yang aku hafal keluar balik. Dari situ aku sedar, kita takboleh hafal buku teks.— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

pic.twitter.com/XPl2qFVCl1— ä (@aintheorchid) March 6, 2020

Untuk calon yang bakal mengambil matapelajaran Sejarah, bolehlah gunakan tips ini supaya kaedah pembelajaran dan penghafalan lebih mudah dan berkesan.

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Zahid Says Agong Has Decreed BN To Form A Unity Government

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The Yang di-Pertuan Agong today, 23 November, decreed to form a unity government amidst a political impasse that continues to affect the country days after historic elections resulted in a hung parliament

This comes after two of the biggest opposing coalitions, Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Perikatan Nasional (PN), failed to win the required seats to form a government after the 15th General Election (GE15).PH has 82 seats, while PN has 73 seats.A coalition or a party needs at least 112 seats to form a simple majority government.This is where Malaysia's oldest coalition, Barisan Nasional (BN), comes into play. While BN suffered its worst-ever election defeat in GE15, the 30 seats it won have thrust upon it the role of the kingmaker.PN has the support of a number of outside coalitions including Sarawak's main coalition, Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), which has won 22 seats. Yet, this does not give PN the numbers it needs.Amidst this, the Agong yesterday, 22 November, invited PH chairperson Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and PN chairperson Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin to the Palace to find a solution. However, Muhyiddin refused Agong's suggestion that his coalition should work with Anwar's coalition to form a unity government.Left with no choice, the Agong then invited the 30 BN members of parliament (MPs) to the Palace this morning in order to come to an understanding so Malaysia can have its 10th Prime Minister.However, only three BN MPs — BN chairperson Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, his deputy Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, and BN secretary-general Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir — went to the Palace.

Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan arriving at Istana Negara.
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Zahid, after his audience at the Palace, said that the Agong has decreed that BN's 30 MPs must take part in a unity government

"Tuanku's decree was to form a unity government," Zahid told Malaysiakini.However, this creates a problem for BN as the coalition has refused to back either PH or PN.In a statement yesterday, BN's Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that they have decided that the coalition will not back any other political coalition to form a government and will remain in opposition.When asked today if BN will stand by its position not to back any other political coalition in forming the federal government, Zahid told Malaysiakini, "That is not Tuanku's order".According to the BN chairperson, the matter will now be deliberated by the UMNO supreme council, which is set to meet at 8pm tonight, and later the BN supreme council.

Meanwhile, the Agong will be meeting the other Malay rulers for a special meeting at the Istana Negara tomorrow for further discussions:

                [BREAKING] Agong To Hold Special Meeting With Fellow Rulers On 24 November

It is understood that His Majesty will be seeking the opinions of the nine sultans on the formation of a new government.

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Empat Sekeluarga Maut Dirempuh Treler Ketika Pulang Dari Makan Malam ‘Terakhir’

Empat sekeluarga termasuk bayi lelaki berusia 16 bulan telah disahkan maut apabila kereta yang dinaiki bertembung dengan sebuah treler di Jalan Ipoh - Kuala Kangsar malam tadi

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Kejadian telah berlaku pada 13 Februari kira-kira jam 10:20 malam ketika mereka sekeluarga selesai makan malam 'terakhir' bersama sebelum kemalangan tersebut berlaku.Menurut laporan, kereta Proton Saga yang dinaiki keluarga tersebut telah bertembung dengan sebuah treler di KM37, Jalan Ipoh - Kuala Kangsar berhampiran Kampung Salak Stesyen, Sungai Siput, Perak.

Keempat-empat mangsa dikatakan dalam perjalanan pulang ke rumah mereka di Kompleks Perumahan PDRM Sungai Siput

Kemalangan tersebut dipercayai berlaku hanya beberapa minit selepas kesemua mangsa selesai menikmati makan malam bersama di restoran yang terletak kira-kira 400 meter dari lokasi kemalangan.Mangsa-mangsa yang terlibat adalah Lans Koperal Mohamad Faiz Bakhari, 28, bertugas di Bahagian Siasatan Jenayah Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah (IPD) Sungai Siput bersama isterinya, Nik Iedayu Nik Hassan, 27, anak sulungnya, Muhammad Fariz Iskandar, 3, anak bongsunya, Muhammad Faqih Irsyad, 16 bulan serta kakak iparnya, Nik Ifeka Nik Hassan, 28.Kesemua mangsa disahkan maut di tempat kejadian kecuali anak sulung mangsa, Muhammad Fariz, 3 yang dikatakan mengalami kecederaan parah dan dihantar ke Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun (HRPB), Ipoh untuk mendapatkan rawatan lanjut.

Siasatan awal mendapati treler bermuatan bahan binaan yang dipandu dari arah Ipoh dipercayai hilang kawalan sebelum terbabas hingga memasuki jalan bertentangan

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Ketua Polis Daerah Sungai Siput, Superintendan Mohd Khaizam Ahmad Shahabudin berkata, “Disebabkan itu, kereta mangsa tidak dapat mengelak lalu melanggar bahagian tepi treler sebelum dihempap dengan muatan kenderaan berat itu.“Akibatnya, kesemua mangsa disahkan maut di tempat kejadian manakala seorang kanak-kanak mengalami kecederaan parah,” jelasnya ketika ditemui.Namun begitu, pemandu treler berusia 26 tahun yang terlibat hanya mengalami kecederaan ringan. Lelaki tersebut telah ditahan untuk diambil keterangan lanjut.Kes tersebut disiasat mengikut Seksyen 41(1) Akta Pengangkutan Jalan 1987.

Komander Operasi Balai Bomba dan Penyelamat Sungai Siput, Jeffery Abdullah menjelaskan seramai 10 anggota bersama dua jentera termasuk Unit Bantuan Perkhidmatan Kecemasan (EMRS) bergegas ke lokasi kejadian selepas menerima panggilan pada jam 10.26pm

Jeffrey turut menjelaskan setibanya di lokasi kejadian terdapat tiga mangsa tersepit dalam kenderaan tersebut manakala dua mangsa iaitu ibu dan bayi berkenaan telah dikeluarkan oleh orang awam."Mangsa yang tersepit adalah pemandu dan seorang wanita di bahagian penumpang belakang manakala kanak-kanak lelaki berusia 3 tahun di tempat duduk penumpang hadapan."Kanak-kanak terbabit terselamat apabila dia terperosok di bawah papan pemuka dan anggota bertindak menggunakan peralatan menyelamat bagi mengeluarkan kesemua mangsa.Setelah itu, mangsa berjaya dikeluarkan dan diserahkan kepada kakitangan perubatan manakala, kesemua mayat mangsa diserahkan kepada polis untuk tindakan selanjutnya.

Jenazah mangsa akan dikebumikan di Tanah Perkuburan Islam Kampung Jambu Panji, Kota Bharu, Kelantan selepas proses bedah siasat selesai dilakukan.

Al-Fatihah buat kesemua mangsa yang terlibat.

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Deputy Health Minister: No VIP Should Escape Arrest While Normal People Are Handcuffed

No one including ministers or government officials will be spared for violating the standard operating procedure (SOP) of COVID-19, according to Deputy Health Minister Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali

Speaking to reporters in Tanjung Malim on Friday, 21 August, he said that there will be no double standard and anyone found to be in violation of the SOP will have appropriate action taken against them.Dr Noor Azmi said that the government will conduct a transparent investigation.As an example, the Deputy Health Minister referred to himself, saying he was also punished after violating the Movement Control Order (MCO) in April when he was seen in since-deleted photos with about 20 people enjoying a meal together at a tahfiz school in Lenggong, Perak."I also paid RM1,000 fine. I think the government has to be transparent in investigations and take necessary action. No one should be able to get away," he was quoted as saying by Sinar Harian.

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The Deputy Health Minister was commenting on the issue concerning Plantations and Commodities Minister Khairuddin Aman Razali

Khairuddin did not undergo the mandatory 14-day home quarantine after returning from overseas, as pointed out by Seputeh Member of Parliament (MP) Teresa Kok during a Parliament sitting on 18 August."We know that everyone who goes overseas and comes back must be quarantined for 14 days, but now a Cabinet minister has not followed this rule," she said, as reported by Malaysiakini.It prompted many netizens to call out the minister's behaviour and his apparent exemption from the mandatory quarantine amidst the fact several Malaysians have been jailed and fined for flouting the Home Surveillance Order (HSO) under the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO).Following the public outcry, Khairuddin responded by urging everyone to wait for the Ministry of Health (MOH) to issue a statement, saying that he will comply with guidelines and instructions set by the MoH."Just wait for the statement, including the official results of the COVID-19 test conducted by MoH. As a responsible Cabinet minister, I will abide by whatever statement that is issued by the MoH," he said.Since then, Khairuddin has said that he has taken three COVID-19 tests and the results have all come back negative. His third test was done ahead of an event at Istana Negara on 17 August.

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Dr Noor Azmi reiterated the government's stance about not practising double standards and said that no VIP will be allowed to get away

"In this case (about Khairuddin), there shouldn't be double standards, those higher-ups/VIP shouldn't be allowed to get away while normal people are punished," he told Sinar Harian.

			No VIP should escape arrest while normal people are handcuffed.
        Deputy Health Minister


[VIDEO] Lelaki Ini Lakonkan Orang First Time Pesan Air Starbucks, Ramai Pula Dapat Relate

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Jenama air popular Starbucks memang tidak asing lagi dalam masyarakat kita

Seperti yang semua tahu, air ini memang mempunyai harga yang agak mahal berbanding dengan jenama air lain.Malah, kebanyakan orang sering berpendapat sesiapa saja yang membeli air ini adalah golongan 'berada'. Tetapi sebenarnya tidaklah seperti itu kerana sesiapa saja mampu untuk beli minuman daripada mereka.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok apabila seorang lelaki melakonkan kembali gelagat orang pertama kali memesan air Starbucks menarik perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @fitross__ Being an introvert be like  ##fyp ##pov ##introvertkentang ##starbucks  Sneaky Snitch - Kevin MacLeod

Lakonkan semula reaksi orang pertama kali pesan air Starbucks

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang lelaki sedang melakonkan semula bagaimana reaksi orang bila mereka pertama kali memesan air berkenaan.Dia melakukan dua watak iaitu sebagai cashier dan pelanggan. Dalam watak cashier itu dia bertanya pelbagai jenis soalan mengenai air yang dipesan.Malah, apa yang lebih melucukan adalah pertanyaan si cashier itu membuatkan pelanggan tersebut sehingga terketar-ketar kerana tidak memahami istilah-istilah yang dipakai oleh kedai itu.

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"Sampai sekarang aku tak pernah order Starbucks, sebab ni" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut merasa terhibur melihat video lakonan itu.Malah, ramai yang dapat relate dan berkongsi pengalaman mereka. Ada juga yang memberitahu mereka tidak pernah pergi ke kedai minuman tersebut.Ketika artikel ini di tulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 1.7M views, 254.4K likes dan 4,099 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Memang dapat relate betul, korang macam ni juga tak? :P

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This Man Offers Funeral Transportation Service To The Poor And Needy For Only RM1

With numerous social causes under his belt, Kuan Chee Heng is widely known as a social activist who helps the poor and needy in Malaysia – regardless of race and religion. Recently, he started a service to help transport the deceased for RM1.

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Already known for initiatives such as 'Ambulance 10 Sen', 'Pasar 10 Sen', 'Teksi 10 Sen', and 'RM1 House', Kuan Chee Heng has introduced yet another service which will benefit the poor.He announced the 'Perkhidmatan Van Jenazah RM1' on his Facebook page yesterday. At the time of writing, the post has garnered over 50,000 shares and over 6,800 comments, mostly praising and thanking his kindness.

The idea came to him when he realised that his existing services, '10 Sen Ambulance' and 'Teksi 10 Sen' could not transport the deceased

He said, "One day, I received a call from someone who lost his father. Initially, he faced difficulties in retrieving the body from the hospital due to the outstanding bill. Eventually, the hospital caved in and told the family to pay whatever they can but there's one problem, the body had to be transported from Kuala Lumpur to Johor."Ever since that day, I knew I had to start a service to help such people."

According to Kuan, the van was a contribution from Dato Seri Ahmad Zahidi Hamidi while fuel for the transport has been fully sponsored by Petron

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He added, "The remaining costs such as accommodation and food are paid by the donations from members of the public."Anyone who uses the service is also welcomed to contribute more on top of the RM1 charge.

If you require Kuan's services, you can reach out him by calling 03-27181783 or 012-2732148

The van will be able to pick up and send the body from selected hospitals in Klang Valley to anywhere in Peninsular Malaysia.

You can check out his Facebook post here:

Thank you, Mr Kuan!

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Check out Kuan's other initiatives to help the poor:

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Air Selangor: 59 Areas In Klang Valley To See Water Disruption Following Burst Pipe

Air Selangor just announced that several districts in Selangor will see a sudden water disruption starting today, 16 October

According to their statement issued on Facebook, the unscheduled water cut will affect Klang, Shah Alam, and Hulu Langat.They explained that construction works near Worldwide Section U11 in Shah Alam caused a pipe to burst, thus leading to sudden disruption in water supply.

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Within the different districts, a total of 59 areas will be affected

Here is the complete list of the areas involved:

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Air Selangor assured that water supply assistance will be distributed through water tank trucks

Meanwhile, updates regarding repair works of the burst pipe will be posted on all Air Selangor social media platforms as well as their website and application.

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Check out the full statement here:

SIARAN MEDIA: INSIDEN PAIP PECAH OLEH PIHAK KETIGA YANG MENYEBABKAN GANGGUAN BEKALAN AIR TIDAK BERJADUAL DI WILAYAH KLANG/SHAH ALAM DAN KUALA LANGATPosted by Air Selangor on Thursday, October 15, 2020


Astro Has Now Been Fined For Airing A Documentary On Altantuya's Murder Back In 2015

Earlier this month, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) sent a notice to Astro for airing a documentary in 2015 on the murder of Mongolian woman Altantuya Shaariibuu

According to a report in Malaysiakini today, 22 July, MCMC issued the compound notice to Measat Broadcast Network Systems Bhd, which operates the Malaysian satellite television provider.Astro aired the documentary Murder in Malaysia on 11 September 2015.The documentary linked Altantuya's murder, which happened in 2006, to former prime minister Najib Razak, who had its producer Mary Ann Jolley deported from Malaysia in June 2015.Najib, who was the prime minister at that time, has denied the allegation."Prime Minister Najib Razak did not know, has never met, has never had any communication with, and has no link whatsoever with the deceased," the PMO had said then.In 2018, Najib, while addressing the allegation, again said that "there is no evidence whatsoever that I ever met her, there are no records, no pictures or witness to say that I even knew her.""It was subject to a proper trial and my name didn't come up during the trial whatsoever."He also said that to prove his innocence, he would lodge a police report against himself.

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However, last year, Azilah Hadri, a former Special Action Unit (UTK) personnel who is currently on death row for murdering Altantuya, confessed for the first time to killing the Mongolian national.Azilah made a statutory declaration (SD) - a sworn oath - dated 17 October 2019 that it was Najib who ordered him to kill Altantuya because she was a "dangerous foreign spy".

MCMC said that the documentary was "indecent" and breached Section 211 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998

Section 211 provides: "No content applications service provider, or other person using a content applications service, shall provide content which is indecent, obscene, false, menacing, or offensive in character with intent to annoy, abuse, threaten, or harass any person."According to Malaysiakini's report, MCMC said they investigated based on a public complaint."In its letter to Measat, MCMC said the company was found guilty of airing the episode, which was 'indecent', with the intention to offend related parties," the report said."As such, the company was fined RM1,000 for each time the episode was aired, totalling RM4,000. The company has 30 days to appeal against the compound."

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The fine on Astro comes amidst an ongoing investigation against Al Jazeera for its latest documentary titled Locked Up in Malaysia's Lockdown which showed the plight of undocumented migrants

The Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department is investigating Al Jazeera for sedition, defamation, and improper use of network facilities under the Communication and Multimedia Act of 1998.Following which, the National Film Development Corporation (FINAS) said Al Jazeera did not have the necessary licences to film Locked Up in Malaysia's Lockdown that was aired on 3 July this year.Prior to which, the Immigration Department revoked the work permit of a Bangladeshi man who was interviewed by Al Jazeera for the documentary which has been described as "inaccurate and misleading".The revocation of his work permit comes after the Immigration Department released his personal details with the Immigration director-general Khairul Dzaimee Daud warning that foreigners who "make inaccurate statements aimed at damaging Malaysia's image" would have their work passes revoked.According to a report in Harian Metro on 12 July, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Abdul Hamid Bador confirmed the matter, saying that he was informed by the Immigration Department.

In 2018, Najib set down for an interview with the deported journalist.
During the interview, in which he lost his cool and walked out, told Jolly that she was deported because she was a "nuisance" to him:

                Najib Explains Why He Lost His Cool And Walked Out Of The Al Jazeera's Interview

He said he was concerned for his family.

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