ISIS Beheads Aid Worker David Haines In "A Message To The Allies Of America" Video

Hours after the family of David Haines, an aid worker who was captured in Syria last year, issued a public plea on Saturday urging his captors to contact them, a video emerged purporting to show the British aid worker before he was beheaded by an ISIS fighter

Islamic State militants have released a video which appears to show the beheading of British hostage David Haines
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Militants with the Islamic State jihadi group have released a video that appears to show the beheading of a British hostage, David Haines, an aid worker who was captured just days after he arrived in Syria last year. British government officials were seeking to authenticate the video which purported to show the final moments of Haines, who was 44.

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In the video, entitled A Message to the Allies of America, which runs to two and half minutes, a masked man is shown carrying out the beheading of 44-year-old David, whose life had earlier been threatened during the beheading of journalist Steven Sotloff

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The video was released just one day after Haines' family issued a plea for his captors to contact them in a statement released by Britain's Foreign and Commonwealth Office. Haines was previously shown on camera during the execution of 31-year-old freelance journalist Steven Sotloff in a video that was posted online September 2 and verified as authentic by the US National Security Council on September 3. The latest video was first reported by SITE Intelligence Group, which tracks jihadist activity online.

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INSITE: #IslamicState Beheads Briton David Haines, Threatens to Execute Another Briton, Alan Henning http://t.co/6cpFGOEOOb— SITE Intel Group (@siteintelgroup) September 13, 2014

The 2:27 minute video is titled "A Message to the Allies of America," and bears similarities to previous videotaped executions released by the Islamic State, including the logo of al-Furqan productions, a media group associated with the militants. The footage was initially posted on an IS-affiliated Twitter account.

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The video opens with British Prime Minister David Cameron making a statement about Iraq. The video then cuts to David and his captor, a masked man shrouded in black holding a knife.

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The video shows Haines clad in an orange jump-suit kneeling beside a man who speaks in the same London-accented English as the apparent executioner in two previous videos. The masked man addresses British Prime Minister David Cameron, telling him that the killing is retribution for “your evil alliance with America, which continues to strike the Muslims of Iraq.”

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“This British man has to pay the price for your promise, Cameron, to arm the Peshmerga against the Islamic State,” the executioner said. “My name is David Cawthorne Haines,” the hostage reportedly said before the execution. “I would like to declare that I hold you, David Cameron, entirely responsible for my execution. You entered voluntarily into a coalition with the United States against the Islamic State, just as your predecessor, Tony Blair, did, following a trend amongst our British Prime Ministers who can't find the courage to say no to the Americans.”

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Foley and Sotloff made similar speeches to US President Barack Obama which have been dismissed as scripted by Islamic State and delivered under duress. The purported executioner appeared to be the same British-accented man who appeared in videos with Foley and Sotloff, and it showed a similar desert setting. In both videos, the captives wore orange jumpsuits. “Unfortunately, it is we the British public, that in the end that will pay the price for our parliaments selfish decisions.”, the alleged killer says. “This British man has to pay the price for your promise, Cameron”.

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“Ironically, he has spent a decade of his life serving under the same Royal Air Force that is responsible for delivering those arms. Your evil alliance with America which continues to strike the Muslims of Iraq and most recently bombed the Haditha Dam will only accelerate your destruction.”

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The UK PM has acknowledged the video in a statement posted on Twitter and vowed to "hunt down" those responsible

The murder of David Haines is an act of pure evil. My heart goes out to his family who have shown extraordinary courage and fortitude.— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) September 13, 2014

We will do everything in our power to hunt down these murderers and ensure they face justice, however long it takes.— David Cameron (@David_Cameron) September 13, 2014

The video ends with a warning that a second British hostage, identified as Alan Henning, would be the next to be beheaded if Cameron continued to support the fight against Islamic State

IS allegedly threaten that Briton Alan Henning will be beheaded next
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At the end of the nearly two-and-a-half minute long video clip that allegedly shows the beheading of Haines, another hostage was paraded who could be next on the Islamic State kill list. The captive, standing on his knees and dressed in the sadly all-too-familiar orange jumpsuit, was identifiable as Alan Henning, according to Reuters.

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The British government had managed to keep the kidnapping of David secret out of concern for his safety until the Sotloff beheading video identified him as a captive and the next victim

Late Friday, the family of Haines issued a public plea urging his captors to contact them. In a short statement released through Britain's Foreign and Commonwealth Office, the family said: "We are asking those holding David to make contact with us."

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According to Brish media, David was educated in Perth, Scotland, and spent 11 years serving in the British Royal Air Force before becoming an international aid worker

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Mike Haines said in a statement issued by the Foreign Office that his brother was devoted to humanitarian work. "David was most alive and enthusiastic in his humanitarian roles," Mike Haines said. "His joy and anticipation for the work he went to do in Syria is for myself and family the most important element of this whole sad affair. He was and is loved by all his family and will be missed terribly."

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David was abducted near a refugee camp in northern Syria in March 2013 while working for the French international aid agency ACTED which was helping thousands of Syrians displaced by the fighting between Syrian President Bashar Assad's forces and rebel groups, including the Islamic State, seeking to oust him. ACTED said in a statement earlier this month that Haines had worked with as an international aid worker since 1999, helping victims of conflict in the Balkans, Africa and the Middle East. Before heading to Syria, ACTED said Haines had worked in 2012 as a "non-partisan unarmed civilian peace facilitator" in South Sudan.

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Missed Out On Day 1 Of The Parliamentary Sitting? These 15 Memes Will Help You Catch Up

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The third session of the 14th Parliament finally convened yesterday, 26 July, the first time since the proclamation of Emergency earlier this year

Not only was the first day of the Parliament sitting filled with yelling from all sides of the political spectrum, but we also witnessed the Dewan Rakyat Speaker losing his temper.With possibly millions of Malaysians tuning in from home, watching the Parliament sitting yesterday was not just to keep up with the political developments of the nation — it was also an outlet to look for the next meme.

Thanks to fellow Malaysians' creativity and humour, social media was inundated with many memes and hilarious responses after the Parliament sitting ended.
Here are our 15 top picks:

1. "Name also cannot be consistent"

Confused PMName Tag : MuhyiddinTable: Mahiaddin Name also cannot be consistent. #KerajaanGagal pic.twitter.com/lGWBgADpfU—  (@Arvenesh) July 26, 2021

Short context: In June, it was announced that Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin will begin using his official name — Mahiaddin Md Yasin — in formal documents.

2. A drastic difference between Malaysia and Singapore

sg parliament sounds like a guided yoga meditation app compared to Malaysian parliament that’s just pure chaos pic.twitter.com/JMTCiGmu45— Lavinia  (@lavs_unfiltered) July 26, 2021

3. Azmin's 'presentation' did not go as well as he planned

pic.twitter.com/uLVi3SeTXg— Faizal Rosly (@ijaicool) July 26, 2021

Short context: Yesterday, International Trade and Industry Minister Azmin Ali held up a large printout to tell the august House that only 8.8% of the COVID-19 clusters came from the manufacturing sector. He also had a large printout showing an article.As the minister was delivering his presentation, Puchong member (MP) of Parliament Gobind Singh Deo took a jab at Azmin for 'reading from the slide'.Even PKR communications director and Lembah Pantai MP Fahmi Fadzil tweeted about it. Below is the footage of the incident.

 pic.twitter.com/dzONX3CHJm— ratha (@ratha2811) July 26, 2021

4. The general consensus of Twitterjaya is that Azmin did not need the printout nor the chart

azmin ali speaking for the first time in this parliament session be like: pic.twitter.com/4NgsjZawtF— jcwee  (@jaycvevo) July 26, 2021

5. "It's a chart! I must be right!"

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6. Others were having a field day posting memes about how small Azmin's 'slides' were

Us trying to see Azmin’s slides : pic.twitter.com/aw1KRtNGct— sara (@thesaralisa) July 26, 2021

So many of these tweets gained thousands to tens of thousands of likes and retweets.

7. Some netizens started a Photoshop battle

Sila lukis pemandangan di kampung me: pic.twitter.com/2uT7mjrLCU— mijang (@mizanpilus_) July 26, 2021

8. Political satirical artist Fahmi Reza did not miss out on the fun too

pic.twitter.com/Oxsn2UZFe5— Fahmi Reza (@kuasasiswa) July 26, 2021

9. Mat Sabu was craving for durian while the Prime Minister was talking

MAT SABU SAYING HE’S LEAVING TO EAT DURIAN IN THE MIDDLE OF A PARLIAMENTARY SEATING WHILE THE PRIME MINISTER WAS SPEAKING IS SUCH A MOOD Our country is doomed lmao https://t.co/8ZXxW8Bwip—  #GanbatteMalaysia (@5stormninja) July 26, 2021

10. Later, Mat Sabu upgraded the already infamous #LangkahSheraton to #LangkahSyaitan during a speech

When Mat Sabu @MSabu_Official speaks, you listen.No more #langkahsheraton, it's now #LangkahSyaitan.  pic.twitter.com/vPdcfuKSaB— Winsley  #ForAMalaysianMalaysia (@iamwinsley) July 26, 2021

Known for drawing a large crowd at Bersih rallies and campaigns leading up to the General Elections (GEs), the Amanah president won many netizens' hearts with the analogy.

11. Yup, Mat Sabu indirectly called those who participated in #LangkahSheraton 'demons'

Mat Sabu looking at his speech today in Parliament thinking, "serious ah aku panggil depa syaitan." pic.twitter.com/TPDBmzIypl— Pravin (@Pravinnnn94) July 26, 2021

12. Lim Guan Eng and Mat Sabu should be everybody's friendship goal

Find a lifetime friend who looks at you affectionately like how Mat Sabu @MSabu_Officiallooks at LGM @guanenglim.#bestfriendsforever#matsabu#limguaneng pic.twitter.com/veNKbR8YR8— Winsley  #ForAMalaysianMalaysia (@iamwinsley) July 26, 2021

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13. Taking MPs' speeches out of context was also netizens' favourite pastime yesterday

"Lepas habis covid ni kita pergi bercuti nak?"Me:pic.twitter.com/4aFClf6vMj— Tok Ketua  (@TweetAtok) July 26, 2021

Short context: Opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was talking about the many failed plans that the government initiated to help the rakyat.

14. This included using Syed Saddiq's words as a battle cry

When students from other schools make fun of your school pic.twitter.com/rkSwQSim7I— Typical Malaysian (@TypicalMsian) July 26, 2021

Short context: Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman was taking a swipe at UMNO MPs for staying silent during the Parliament sitting and asking whether they were afraid of those in power."When we look at this PN (Perikatan Nasional) government, don't kid ourselves, this is not a Bersatu government alone. Where's UMNO? In social media, they make so much noise, but in the Dewan Rakyat, they're all quiet, they don't say anything," said the former youth and sports minister."Don't be afraid. If they want to threaten you, let them. Kita lawan (we fight). They (UMNO MPs) say on social media that the government has failed, but in the Dewan Rakyat they are quiet, they leave.""If you want to oppose the government, oppose properly. The people are watching and evaluating you."

15. While it was a day with many fresh memes, some Malaysians could not help but feel sad about the political instability in the nation

Funny memes aside, yesterday's Parliament sitting witnessed many opposition MPs voicing out their discontent against the government:

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[PHOTOS] What Those 'TWY Is Better Than One' Ads Turned Out To Be

Remember Those 'TWY Is Better Than One' Ads That Were Spotted Recently?

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"We Set Traps & Closed Small Holes" - Zoo Negara Responds After Rats Entered Enclosure

Zoo Negara has apologised following recent footage which went viral, showing rats stealing food inside a penguin enclosure

"First and foremost, on behalf of Zoo Negara Malaysia, we would like to apologise for the video that went viral," its statement reads."For your information, we have set traps and closed the small holes that are the gateways of the rats.""We assure you that your feedback has given us the opportunity to improve our service delivery further. Again, thank you for bringing this matter to our attention."

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The issue came to light after a Zoo Negara visitor filmed rats scurrying around in a penguin enclosure on Monday, 10 August

The Facebook post sparked outrage on social media, as many shared their concern for the animals.Some pointed to the possibility that the temperature was not cold enough for the penguins which is why rats were able to remain inside the enclosure.Others tagged Zoo Negara and questioned where their previous donations had gone since the animals were being treated in such a manner.

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You can read about the recent issue here:

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[VIDEO] This Tiny Console is How Sony Will Take on Apple TV

WATCH: PlayStation Vita TV Trailer

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Sony announce PlayStation Vita TV

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Measuring 6cm x 10cm, the pocketable device connects to your television and network, can steam video from various sources, and has a port for directly inserting PlayStation Vita games.

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It will cost 9,480 yen, or around $95 excluding sales tax, and is out in Japan on November 14th. A separate bundle, including a DualShock 3 controller and 8GB memory card, will sell for ¥14,280 (around $143).

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The tiny box can be used as an extender for PlayStation 4 games, letting you play them on another TV screen if the one connected to the PS4 is occupied, and will also act as a second Vita system to enable ad-hoc multiplayer gaming with the portable console.

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WATCH: PlayStation Vita

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The PS Vita TV matches the Apple TV on price while offering a far more robust gaming proposition

Apple is rumored to be planning significant software enhancements for its set-top box that could possibly come at Tuesday's press event, but these are so far not expected to involve gaming.

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If Sony can offer a similar content lineup for the PS Vita TV in the West, Apple may have a serious new competitor on its hands. And if nothing else, it's an unexpected lease on life for the PS Vita handheld, which has struggled to gain serious traction in the marketplace.

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Kejam! Kepala Remaja Ditemui Dipotong, Tubuh Dikerat 10 Di Johor

Tubuh seorang remaja lelaki dipercayai berusia 19 tahun, dipotong kepada hampir 10 bahagian, dimasukkan ke dalam beg plastik sebelum disorok dalam pembetung saluran air longkang sebuah rumah di Kampung Kesang Laut, Muar malam tadi

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Mangsa yang belum dikenalpasti identitinya itu, dipercayai telah dibunuh tiga hari yang lalu dan mayatnya dikerat-kerat termasuk kepala yang dipisahkan dari badan sebelum dimasukkan ke dalam lima beg plastik.Motif pembunuhan masih disiasat. Namun, pihak polis mengandaikan ia kemungkinan cemburu berebutkan wanita seperti dalam pembunuhan kejam kes Mona Fandey pada 1993, yang memotong mayat Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri Batu Talam, Pahang, Datuk Mazlan Idris, kepada 18 bahagian.

Menurut Ketua Polis Daerah Tangkak Superintendan Mohad Idris Samsuri, pemilik rumah itu terhidu bau busuk ketika membersihkan rumahnya sebelum menemui pergelangan kaki lalu menghubungi polis

“Kami percaya mangsa adalah lelaki berusia bawah 20 tahun dan dibunuh di tempat lain. Berdasarkan keadaan anggota badan, kejadian mungkin berlaku lebih tiga hari lalu,” katanya yang ditemui di tempat kejadian.Polis juga sedang menyiasat tempat dan cara mangsa dibunuh serta senjata yang digunakan, termasuk bagi mengerat mayat.

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Setakat ini, polis telah menahan seorang individu berusia 20 tahun yang tinggal di sebuah rumah berhampiran tempat kejadian bagi membantu siasatan dan tiada jenayah lampau direkodkan.Katanya lagi, semua anggota badan itu dihantar ke Hospital Tangkak dan suspek dibawa ke Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah (IPD) Tangkak.Kes disiasat mengikut Seksyen 302 Kanun Keseksaan dan orang ramai yang kehilangan ahli keluarga diminta tampil bagi membantu siasatan.

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Apakah perbezaan antara kanak-kanak yang mempunyai keutamaan dalam makanan dan yang cerewet dalam memilih makanan?

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Keutamaan makanan termasuk dalam memakan pelbagai jenis makanan yang biasanya dipengaruhi oleh budaya dan pendedahan dalam kehidupan seseorang. Walau bagaimanapun, seorang kanak-kanak yang cerewet makan mengehadkan dirinya untuk makan lebih sedikit jenis makanan tersebut. Mereka akan menolak banyak jenis makanan dan sangat susah untuk mencuba makanan baru.Kira-kira 75% kanak-kanak yang mengalami Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) mempunyai masalah pemilihan makan, yang jauh lebih tinggi berbanding 25-35% kanak-kanak kecil yang biasanya berkembang (Martins, Young, & Robson, 2008), ini sangat membimbangkan kerana mungkin mempengaruhi pertumbuhan dan perkembangan kanak-kanak. Oleh itu, kita mesti mengenali tanda-tanda cerewet makan seawal mungkin.

Terdapat beberapa tanda yang mungkin ditunjukkan oleh anak anda sebagai seorang yang cerewet memilih makanan

Inil perkara yang perlu diperhatikan:- Mereka cenderung makan makanan daripada kumpulan yang sama (tekstur, rasa dan bau yang sama) dan mengecualikan kumpulan makanan lain yang memakan banyak masa- Mereka tidak suka mencuba makanan baharu dengan perisa, tekstur, bau atau bentuk yang berbeza, dan mungkin menunjukkan tantrum atau cair apabila diberi makanan baharu- Mereka mungkin makan banyak makanan ringan dan kurang makan semasa waktu makan- Mereka mungkin lebih suka makanan yang manis atau dengan tekstur tertentu

Ia juga penting untuk kita memahami sebab di sebalik mengapa kanak-kanak itu seorang yang cerewet untuk kita menangani dan membantu anak itu. Berikut adalah beberapa sebab biasa:

1. Masalah gastrousus

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Pertama sekali, ibu bapa perlu menolak isu berkaitan kesihatan yang boleh menyebabkan anak menjadi seorang yang cerewet dalam makanan, seperti masalah gastrousus (kembung perut, refluks asid atau sembelit).Kajian mendapati bahawa sesetengah kanak-kanak, yang mempunyai tabiat makan yang cerewet, mempunyai masalah gastrousus (Yang, et al., 2017). Apabila makan makanan tertentu, kanak-kanak mungkin berasa tidak selesa sehingga mereka cenderung sangat berhati-hati tentang apa yang mereka makan.Sebilangan besar kanak-kanak ASD mempunyai masalah untuk berkomunikasi secara lisan; memaklumkan ibu bapa bahawa mereka tidak selesa atau dalam kesakitan mungkin bukan sesuatu yang mereka mampu lakukan. Oleh itu, ibu bapa perlu berwaspada dan mengenal pasti sama ada mereka memilih makan atau kelakuan cerewet semasa waktu makan berpunca daripada isu yang lebih serius.

2. Minat yang terhad dan tingkah laku berulang

Kanak-kanak dengan ASD cenderung mempunyai minat terhad dan tingkah laku berulang, ia menyumbang kepada ketidakupayaan mereka untuk makan pelbagai jenis makanan.Kecenderungan mereka untuk mengutamakan persamaan dan ketidakfleksibelan boleh menyebabkan mereka menjadi pemilih makanan kerana mereka akan mendesak makanan dengan warna yang sama, jenis makanan yang sama, jenama yang sama, atau bahkan makan dari restoran yang sama (Baraskewich, von Ranson, McCrimmon, & McMorris , 2021).

3. Isu berkaitan deria

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Majoriti kanak-kanak yang menghidap ASD mempunyai masalah berkaitan deria, ini termasuk pemakanan yang cerewet.Mereka mungkin terlalu sensitif terhadap rasa, bau, tekstur atau persembahan visual makanan tertentu, yang menjejaskan keupayaan mereka untuk menerima dan makan pelbagai jenis makanan.

Apakah kesan memilih makanan kepada kanak-kanak?

Gangguan tidurSesetengah pemilih makan akan menghadapi gangguan tidur. Ini mungkin disebabkan oleh jenis makanan yang mereka ambil atau juga disebabkan oleh masalah gastrousus. Gangguan tidur akhirnya akan membawa kepada tingkah laku yang mencabar, kurang perhatian, dan pengurangan keupayaan untuk mempelajari kemahiran baharu (Yang, et al., 2017).Kurang zat makananAdalah menjadi kebimbangan bahawa sesetengah pemilih makanan mungkin kekurangan nutrisi kerana diet pilihan mereka tidak memenuhi nutrisi yang diperlukan, ia mungkin memberi kesan kepada pertumbuhan dan perkembangan mereka.Risiko lebih tinggi untuk mengalami berat badan berlebihan atau obesSebaliknya, sesetengah orang mungkin mempunyai risiko lebih tinggi untuk mengalami berat badan berlebihan atau obes kerana diet pilihan mereka yang tidak sihat, contohnya makanan dengan kandungan gula yang tinggi (gula-gula, coklat), makanan ringan atau makanan segera.

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Peningkatan tekanan dalam keluargaIbu bapa dan adik-beradik mungkin terpaksa bertolak ansur dengan rutin waktu makan untuk menjaga anak yang cerewet makan. Ahli keluarga mungkin berasa tertekan kerana mereka mesti sentiasa mengikut keutamaan makanan kanak-kanak dan perlu makan hidangan yang sama sepanjang masa.Tekanan juga meningkat apabila keluarga terpaksa menghadapi masalah tingkah laku semasa waktu makan seperti kemelut, meludah makanan, atau tidak mahu duduk di meja keluarga. Waktu makan tidak menjadi aktiviti yang positif, sebaliknya ia adalah peristiwa yang memberi tekanan.Mengurangkan peluang untuk bersosialPemilih makanan boleh menyebabkan pengurangan peluang untuk kanak-kanak menyertai aktiviti sosial bersama keluarga dan rakan sebaya. Mereka mungkin tidak dapat menikmati makan bersama di acara keluarga atau kantin sekolah kerana makanan pilihan mereka mungkin tidak tersedia. Ini akhirnya mengurangkan peluang untuk makan bersama keluarga atau makan di luar.

Strategi yang boleh membantu pemilih makanan:

1. Tolak masalah berkaitan perubatan.2. Bersabar dan perlahan-lahan. Anak anda mungkin bergelut dan enggan bekerjasama. Bertenang, dan cuba jadikan waktu makan menyeronokkan. Ia akan mengambil masa sebelum kanak-kanak dapat mengatasi masalah ini.3. Benarkan anak anda bermain dengan makanan. Mulakan dengan kenalkan makanan melalui bermain dan bukannya memberi makan secara langsung. Sebagai contoh, benarkan anak anda menggunakan tangan mereka untuk merasa dan menghidu makanan sebelum meminta mereka merasainya.4. Fokus pada satu makanan pada satu masa. Sebagai contoh, perkenalkan mi dengan bentuk dan warna yang berbeza dalam satu tempoh masa, bersama dengan makanan biasa mereka. Jangan tambah buah-buahan dan sayur-sayuran pada masa yang sama kerana ini boleh membebankan.5. Gunakan kaedah pendedahan bergraduat (Pendekatan Urutan Kay Toomey). Jika anak anda gemar makan sesuatu jenis makanan, perkenalkan mereka dengan makanan yang serupa dengan sedikit perubahan. Contohnya, jika anak anda menggemari nuget ayam, perkenalkan mereka dengan nuget ayam dengan tekstur yang berbeza atau cuba dada ayam yang dilapisi tepung roti kecil. Elakkan memperkenalkan makanan dengan rasa dan bau yang sangat berbeza daripada makanan kegemaran mereka seperti udang atau ikan.6. Rekod kemajuan. Setiap perubahan kecil adalah kejayaan. Hargai setiap usaha yang ditunjukkan oleh anak anda. Sebagai contoh, walaupun anak anda hanya mampu memegang dan meletakkan makanan baru berhampiran mulutnya, ini dianggap sebagai pencapaian.7. Konsisten dan jangan berputus asa. Tidak ada penyelesaian segera dalam membantu orang yang cerewet makan.

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Ini hanyalah sebahagian daripada strategi dan petua untuk membantu kanak-kanak yang menghadapi masalah memilih makanan. Ia sentiasa idea terbaik untuk mendapatkan nasihat lanjut daripada profesional seperti pakar pediatrik, ahli terapi cara kerja, pakar diet atau pakar pemakanan untuk memahami dan membantu kanak-kanak mengatasi masalah memilih makanan.

The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM) ialah pertubuhan amal kebangsaan yang berusaha untuk menyediakan pelbagai perkhidmatan sokongan untuk orang autistik, terutamanya kanak-kanak dan ahli keluarga terdekat mereka

Artikel ini disediakan oleh Azmah Daud, Jurupulih Pekerjaan Kanan di NASOM Setia Alam. Beliau mempunyai pengalaman lebih 10 tahun bekerja dengan individu autistik.Jika anda ingin menyumbang artikel, e-mel [email protected]

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American TikToker Asks Malaysians About Annoying Tourist Habits & The Comments Are Savage

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We've all had our fair share of experiences with obnoxious tourists that have ZERO regard for the local culture and customs

However, a TikToker by the username @motiotra decided he wanted to be anything but a stereotypical American tourist and uploaded a video asking Malaysians about things that are seen as rude in Malaysian culture, as well as things that tourists do that annoy them.

Safe to say, Malaysians had plenty of advice on what to do and avoid doing when visiting

A few users pointed towards some tourists' less than savoury habit of skipping a shower (or two), an issue you're likely to experience up close and personal when you're packed into public transport like sardines and pressed up against another sweaty body.

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One user also commented on tourists (presumably backpackers) drying their damp socks in public eateries.

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One user stated that when someone thanks you, it's polite to say "thank you" back, instead of the customary "you're welcome". Malaysians just like reciprocity!

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Another user joked that one should respect the humble Myvi above all else. It's a Malaysian symbol after all.

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One person stated that one only needs to be respectful.Though it sounds simple, one may be surprised that this advice is groundbreaking for some tourists. (I'm looking at you, Jake Paul.)

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In the same vein, many users also referenced Alwin, a French TikToker who rudely crashed a wedding he was not invited to in Vietnam — a good example of how not to be respectful when visiting another country.(For context, Alwin gorged on their food and complained about how none of the wedding guests were welcoming or friendly to him.)

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However, if there's one thing most of the comments agreed upon, it was their disdain for "begpackers"

The infamous "begpacker" is a much-loathed figure in Southeast Asian cities all over, and Malaysia is no exception.They tend to come from developed Western countries, exploiting the kindness of locals to fund their travels.

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All in all, tourists don't need to fear too much. Malaysians are pretty chill people. Just be respectful and you're golden!


Bank Manager Rewrites An Employee's Resignation Letter So He Could Praise Himself

All Chester Ang wanted to do was quit his job as a telesales executive to fulfill his dreams, but was left dumbfounded when his boss handed him a "rewritten" resignation letter unlike the one he'd initially sent in

Ang's original resignation letter.
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Ang, a bank call centre operator in Singapore, penned a short and simple resignation letter (above) to give his manager when he decided to leave his job of more than two years to start his own pet shop.

Ang was furious to find out that the revised letter included cringe-worthy passages praising his boss for his "mentorship and guidance" and for having made "important contributions to my professional development"

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"The manager passed the letter to me telling me that this is a better piece and to pass it back to him after signing", Ang was quoted as saying by The Mirror UK.

Ang chucked the letter aside and even tore it up before he left the office, saying, "I could have typed a good one myself with compliments if he was a good manager. But everything was the opposite so I don't think I can sign it."

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He has decided to hold true to his initial resignation letter and will be serving his last day at the firm today, 28 October.

Ang also said that his manager claimed to have rewritten the letter to boost his portfolio for future career opportunities. Even so, he is adamant that not signing it was the right thing to do.

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He revealed that the post received mixed reactions from the public, with some supporting his decision while others chided him for being unprofessional and "childish" by posting photos of the rewritten letter

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Ang said, "I was told off by a few people online who felt that I should have sent a more professional letter. I simply wanted to resign. I didn't write bad things about the manager which I could have done.""I heard from previous staff who left from his team, he too edited their resignations," he added.

Do you think it's ethical for managers to re-write resignation letters for the employees under their supervision? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below!


Wear This Huge, Comfy Turtle Pillow To Know What It Feels To Sleep Anywhere

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Sometimes it's nice to feel like you're wrapped in a hug and this cosy turtle pillow is the perfect solution — that doesn't require another human being

Wear it like you would put on a T-shirt and catch a little snooze. The turtle cushion lets you sleep in total comfort at any angle.

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You can put it on before watching a movie or working at your desk (especially if your office air-conditioner is constantly making you freeze)

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Or you can even wear it just to roll around on the floor

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It's like having your own bean bag with you everywhere you go!

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You can get it here on Lazada or Shopee.

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7 Boost Deals You Can Get For Your Loved Ones To Make Them Feel Extra Special

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It always feels nice to get a little surprise from someone, especially since most of us haven't seen each other in a while :'(

While the economy is slowly opening up, and people are starting to dine-in and go out, this doesn't mean that we can't still send something nice to our loved ones. Every so often, just delivering a yummy meal or helping someone with groceries can go a long way in showing how much you care.In the spirit of #RakyatJagaRakyat, Boost eWallet is offering you amazing deals when you shop from local merchants and pay using the Boost eWallet app.Through the Shop Malaysia Online (SMO) campaign, not only do you get to support local businesses and treat your loved ones, you'll get to hack your savings with cashback, discounts, as well as extra BoostUp rewards.

Wanna find out the best deals to get on Boost for your loved ones? Here are some of our top picks:

1. If there's one thing that brings us together, it's food! Go ahead, belanja makan and get up to RM25 cashback when you pay using Boost eWallet.

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Surprise your family with an indulgent feast, or a whole cake just 'cause you can. ;P The best part, you'll get RM5 cashback when you spend a minimum of RM25 on Boost's F&B partners, up to five transactions per user. All you have to do is checkout at your favourite makan spots with the Boost eWallet app!

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Eating dilemma? Here are some makan spots you can order from:- McDelivery: Chow down on your favourite McD burgers, with a side of fries, yumm! If you have young nephews and nieces, send them a Happy Meal and make their day. :D- KFC: Get your fix of crispy fried chicken, with sides like cheesy wedges and popcorn chicken. Or, if you're feeding the whole kampung, get a big bucket of fried chicken to share, yasss!- Pizza Hut: Whether it's a personal pizza or a large one to share with family, enjoy all kinds of tasty toppings on your pizza, baked fresh and delivered to your doorstep.- Morefun: Need to stock up on food or groceries? Morefun is a lifestyle app, currently catered towards East Malaysia, that's got you covered with everything you need.- Eat Cake Today: Got a birthday or special occasion coming up? Order indulgent whole cakes, brownies, cupcakes and more, with optional 4-hour delivery.- EASI: Your one-stop delivery solution, you can find almost anything you're looking for, be it sushi, burgers, Thai food, bubble tea, or Indian cuisine.- POP Meals: Whether you feel like having local favourites like nasi lemak and butter chicken, or western dishes like super creamy mac & cheese, you can get it all with POP Meals.- US Pizza: Serving up some of the most delicious American-style pizza, your friends and family will definitely love the endless flavours offered, topped with 100% premium cheese.- LOLOL Food Delivery: Whatever you're craving, you'll probably find it here. From food trucks and home cooks, to hawker stalls and restaurants, you can discover all kinds of yummy treats.- ZUS Coffee: If you need your daily dose of caffeine, get a latte, frappe, or caramel macchiato delivered to you, and feel free to add on a breakfast toast or lasagna for good measure.

2. An apple a day keeps the doctor away, that's why it's important to stock up on fresh fruits and veges. Plus, you can save up to RM60 in cashback.

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If you know of a relative or elderly neighbour, do them a favour by sending them groceries and essentials for the week – they'll be grateful to you for it!You'll also get to earn RM15 cashback when you spend a minimum of RM100 using Boost eWallet at Top Key Partners like HappyFresh, Watsons Online, Senheng, and more, up to four transactions per user.

3. Don't forget to #SapotLokal and show love to your favourite homegrown brands. Shopping online has never been more rewarding with up to RM25 cashback.

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From big ticket items to small recurring purchases, shop online for yourself and your loved ones to earn cashback on your Boost eWallet, so you can spend more later!Whether it's skincare, household essentials, or more, you'll get to enjoy RM5 cashback with selected online partners whenever you spend a minimum of RM30 and pay with Boost eWallet, up to five transactions per user.* This promotion excludes the partners mentioned in the previous two cashback offers.

4. Jom, shop with Boost's top partners to enjoy savings like RM15 cashback at Watsons, RM5 cashback at ZCity, and RM15 cashback at WOWShop, plus extra Boost Coins woohoo!

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Go ahead and shop to your heart's content from now until the end of the year. From stocking up on essentials at Watsons Online and getting deals on ZCity, to buying home appliances from WOWShop, Shop8Home, and Dreamshop, Boost has got you covered.Not only will you be able to get up to RM60 cashback at these various stores, there are hundreds of Boost Coins up for grabs, so don't miss out.

5. They always say it's the thought that counts, so send a gift or flowers to someone today, and enjoy 4x Boost Coins when you purchase it online

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Whether you're sending flowers to a significant other from HappyBunch or 50gram, or buying a Durian Bear feast for the entire family, you can get rewarded with Boost Coins every day. Plus, you can redeem your coins for amazing rewards from the BoostUP catalogue.You can get 4x Boost Coins for online transactions whenever you spend a minimum of RM50 and pay with Boost eWallet. Enjoy the reward instantly, and make sure to use your Boost Coins within the month before it expires!

6. If you need to go in-store to get something, don't forget to pay with Boost eWallet to earn up to RM40 cashback

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While you can get almost everything online, sometimes you need to go in-store to get a specific item or hardware. Remember to pay with Boost in-store to enjoy online cashback savings.You can get RM5 cashback for in-store purchases whenever you spend a minimum of RM30 and pay with Boost eWallet, up to eight transactions per user.Offline Partners: Tesco | Lotus's, Mydin, Giant, MR.DIY, eco-shop, and more

7. What's better than getting amazing discount vouchers up to 80% off? It's definitely sharing the joy together with your loved ones, yayy! :D

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All of us love a good discount. Better still, a discount that can be passed around.Head over to Boost's Shop Malaysia Online Voucher Shop to discover digital vouchers you can use for local merchants. There are discount vouchers up to 80% off for Agoda, Domino's Pizza, Youbeli, and many more participating brands! The best part, you can even gift these vouchers to your friends and family.

Whether it's food and drinks, or groceries and home essentials, you'll get to enjoy great promotions with Boost eWallet

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Plus, it's super simple! All you have to do is download the Boost eWallet app on the App Store or Google Play, tap the Shop Malaysia Online icon, and start exploring all the rewards and deals available.From 1 August to 30 September, remember to pay with Boost eWallet when you're shopping online or in-store to get the most bang for your buck!While it's already awesome to hack your savings and find a good deal, being able to treat your loved ones and show them you care makes it all the more meaningful.

Find out more about the Shop Malaysia Online campaign and how you can save more with Boost today!

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Ekspedisi 'Kayuhan Ke Mekah' Bersama 4 Peserta Ini Demi Mengharumkan Nama Malaysia. Tabik!

Ekspedisi Kayuhan Ke Mekah ini ialah bertujuan untuk menjejakkan kaki ke bumi Mekah pada tahun 2019 dengan cara mengayuh basikal selama sembilan bulan

Misi ini dianjurkan oleh Ekspedisi Hujj Enterprise.

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Untuk pengetahuan anda, salah satu misi ekspedisi Kayuhan Ke Mekah ini ialah untuk menyuntik semangat dalam kalangan generasi belia dan juga warga emas yang beragama Islam di Malaysia.Ianya juga untuk membuatkan mereka lebih berani melakukan aktiviti berfaedah namun tidak bercanggah dengan nilai dan ajaran Islam. Selain itu, ianya juga merupakan salah satu usaha untuk mereka mengharumkan nama Malaysia.

Seramai empat orang peserta warga emas bakal menjayakan ekspedisi ini dan ianya mengambil masa selama 9 bulan. Para peserta juga akan pulang kembali ke Malaysia selepas selesai mengerjakan ibadah.

4 peserta warga emas berumur 72 tahun hingga 51 tahun akan berkayuh dari Malaysia hingga ke Mekah melalui 8 buah negara seperti Thailand (1590 KM) - Myanmar (1504 KM) - Bangladesh (573 KM) - India (2857 KM) - Pakistan (1522 KM) - Iran (957 KM) - UAE (959 KM) - Saudi Arabia (1432 KM).Jumlah jarak perjalanan ialah 11,394 KM.

Gambar sekadar hiasan
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Bukan setakat itu sahaja, ekspedisi ini juga merupakan satu madah kepada mereka untuk mengumpul dana dan memberikan khidmat bakti kepada 5 Rumah Warga Emas di seluruh Semenanjung Malaysia.Mereka semua juga turut berhasrat untuk memberikan inspirasi dan memperkasakan rakan-rakan warga emas yang lain untuk lebih produktif dan sihat seperti mereka.Selain itu, antara mesej berguna lain yang ingin disampaikan ialah warga emas ini masih mempunyai potensi dalam diri mereka dan perlu ditonjolkan kepada masyarakat di luar sana.

Antara objektif misi Kayuhan Ke Mekah ini ialah:

Keempat-empat warga emas ini ingin membuktikan kepada masyarakat bahawa warga emas bahawa usia emas mereka sepatutnya digunakan untuk terus berbakti kepada bangsa, agama dan negara. Selain itu, para belia Malaysia juga perlu tahu bahawa mereka sepatutnya sedar akan potensi diri mereka dan berusaha untuk mencabar diri mereka melakukan sesuatu yang mustahil di mata dunia.

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Ini merupakan maklumat tentang peserta warga emas yang mengambil bahagian dalam ekspedisi Kayuhan Ke Mekah:

1) Che Saad bin Nordin - Beliau berumur 68 tahun dan merupakan Ketua Ekspedisi ini, seorang bekas wartawan sambilan di akhbar Utusan Melayu dari tahun 1982 hingga 1992. Beliau mempunyai pengalaman berbasikal mengelilingi Semenanjung Malaysia sebanyak 8 kali dengan jarak merangkumi 20,000 KM. 2) Muhamed bin Zainol Abidin - Beliau berumur 62 tahun dan juga merupakan bekas wartawan akhbar Berita Harian dari tahun 1982 hingga 2017. Mempunyai pengalaman berkayuh sejauh 12,000 KM dan dengan kebolehan beliau menguasai 6 bahasa, beliau merupakan aset terpenting di dalam Ekspedisi ini. 3) Abdul Halim bin Talha - Beliau berumur 51 tahun dan bertugas sebagai Pembantu Penyelidik di Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM). Beliau pernah menyertai pelbagai kejohanan berbasikal dan sangat berpengalaman dalam selok belok dunia berbasikal. 4) Wan Hashim bin Wan Mahmood - Beliau berumur 72 tahun dan berasal daripada Kota Bharu Kelantan. Beliau telah diiktiraf sebagai Pengayuh Basikal Solo paling veteran mengelilingi Semenanjung Malaysia sebanyak 7 kali. Beliau juga mempunyai 5 rekod daripada Malaysia Book of Record dengan rekod berbasikal sudah melebihi 65 000 KM

Namun begitu, bagi menjayakan ekspedisi ini, mereka turut memerlukan pelbagai peralatan penting iaitu:

Passpot dan visaTiket kapal terbang bagi negara yang tidak boleh dilalui melalaui jalan daratBasikalAlat ganti basikalPakaian sesuai untuk cuaca sejuk dan panasStok makanan keringAlatan bermalam seperti khemah dan beg tidurAlatan komunikasi pandu arah seperti GPSAlatan keselamatan berbasikal (safety vase, first aid kit, lampu hadapan dan belakang)Program pemerkasaan warga emas di rumah warga emas terpilih

Sokongan semangat dan sokongan kewangan amat diperlukan untuk mereka menjayakan misi mulia mereka ini

Jika anda ingin membantu empat orang warga emas ini untuk merealisasikan impian mereka, boleh hubungi Encik Che Saad bin Noordin di talian +6019-4920006.Atau, anda boleh juga layari terus ke laman web NGOhub untuk mengetahui lebih info tentang ekspedisi ini.

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[VIDEO] Gelagat Si Isteri Bila Tegur Suami Dah Makin ‘Berisi’ Ini Buat Ramai Boleh Relate

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Pasti anda sering melihat gelagat pasangan suami isteri yang bermacam ragam di media sosial bukan?

Ada kalanya menghiburkan dan ada juga yang berkongsi kisah sweet mereka melalui pelbagai aplikasi popular.Namun lain pula video yang tular di TikTok ini yang dimuat naik semula oleh seorang pengguna di Facebook, apabila gelagat si isteri menegur fizikal suami ketika makan di sebuah restoran yang tidak ketahui lokasinya.

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Isteri selalu makan tak habis, tapi si suami pula yang kena tolong habiskan makanan

Menerusi video yang berdurasi 54 saat itu, kelihatan pasangan suami isteri sedang keluar dating dan singgah makan di sebuah restoran.Pada awal video tersebut, si isteri ada menanyakan soalan kepada suaminya “Kenapa saya tengok abang macam dah gemuk sikit eh sekarang?”Suaminya terdiam ketika sedang menyuapkan makanan ke dalam mulutnya, namun terdapat beberapa babak atau kejadian flashback di mana si isteri meminta suaminya menghabiskan portion makanan yang tidak habis.Si suami akur dan hanya menurut permintaan isterinya kerana tidak mahu makanan itu dibazirkan. Oleh disebabkan itu, mungkin kerana selalu perlu habiskan makanan isterinya, terdapat perubahan terhadap tubuh badannya.Tonton video penuh itu di bawah:

  @sarel206 Hangpa nak tau sebab apa aku makin tembun? Ntahlah, aku pon taktau #joke #laugh #lawak #lakibini @missd0112  original sound  - Sharrel Baharum

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"Salah satu pengorbanan suami demi rezeki yang tak mahu dibazirkan" - Netizen

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, perkongsian rakaman video berkenaan telah pun meraih lebih 137K tontonan dan lebih 8K tanda suka di TikTok.Dalam pada itu, hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen pula mendapati rata-rata netizen terhibur melihat video tersebut.Malah, tidak kurang juga ada yang berkongsikan situasi berkenaan sepertinya boleh relate dengan pengalaman peribadi masing-masing.Berikut di bawah antara komen menarik netizen di TikTok:

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Apa pun, respect dengan brother ini dia tak nak pembaziran makanan berlaku. Done backup! :)

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Cari Nafkah Walau Sakit, Penjual Ais Krim Meninggal Dunia Atas Motor Kerana Keletihan

Seorang penjual ais krim di Jawa Timur, Indonesia ditemui meninggal dunia di atas motosikal yang digunakannya untuk berniaga

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Penjual ais krim tersebut, Misyanto, 66, meninggal dunia pada Isnin, 2 Mac 2020 dalam keadaan tubuhnya rebah ke bahagian hadapan motosikal.Mangsa ditemui dalam keadaan sebegitu oleh seorang penduduk setempat, Suwoco yang kebetulan ingin memintas namun dihalang oleh Misyanto.

Selepas membunyikan hon untuk meminta mangsa ke tepi, Suwoco kemudian berasa hairan kerana mangsa langsung tidak memberikan apa-apa respon

Dia segera keluar dari kereta dan menghampiri mangsa. Suwoco bagaimanapun terkejut apabila mangsa langsung tidak bergerak selepas melakukan pemeriksaan.Dia segera menghubungi pihak polis untuk tindakan selanjutnya.

Hasil siasatan mendapati bahawa mangsa meninggal dunia akibat keletihan

Laporan juga mengatakan mangsa sebenarnya sering mengadu sesak nafas dan pening kepala.Namun dia tidak menghiraukannya dan terus bekerja demi menyara keluarga kerana menjual ais krim adalah satu-satunya sumber pendapatan mereka.Sumber: DETIK


The World's Biggest Media Channels Are Talking About Our 'Pretzel Dog' Fiasco

It seems that everyone can't stop talking about Auntie Anne's 'Pretzel Dog' since news broke out about the company's application for halal certification

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It was revealed recently that Auntie Anne's has yet to be certified halal by Malaysia's Department of Islamic Development (JAKIM).One of the reasons Auntie Anne's was refused halal certification is because JAKIM found its 'Pretzel Dog' name to be "inappropriate", recommending the company to rename it to 'Pretzel Sausage'. Following the incident, the issue has not only been widely reported by local media but also highly publicised in many other countries around the world.

Here's the list of some of the media from around the world that have reported on the issue:

1. America's ABC News

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2. America's International Business (IB) Times

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3. America's Time

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4. Australia's The Australian

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5. Austria's Der Standard

The headline roughly translates into: 'There won’t be any ‘hot dogs’ in Malaysia in the future: Dogs are considered "unclean”'.
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6. Germany's Rheinische Pos

The headline roughly translates into: 'Malaysia prohibits the sales of hot dogs'.
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7. Germany's Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung

The headline roughly translates into: 'The hot dog is un-Islamic'.
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8. India's NDTV

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9. Indonesia's Kompas

The headline roughly translates into: 'The Malaysian government asks restaurant to rename
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10. Indonesia's Tempo

The headline roughly translates into: ''Hot Dog' In Malaysia Is Urged To Change Its Name Due To Its "Haram" Impression'.
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11. Israel's The Jerusalem Post

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12. Japan's Nikkei Asian Review

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13. Philippines' Manila Bulletin

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14. Singapore's Straits Times

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15. Taiwan/Hong Kong's Apple Daily

The headline roughly translates into: ''Hot dog' misleading Muslims to eat pork, Malaysia recommends a rename'.
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16. Thailand's Bangkok Post

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17. United Kingdom's BBC

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18. United Kingdom's Daily Mail

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19. Vietnam's Thanh Niên

The headline roughly translates into: 'Intense debate on request to change the name of ‘hot dog’'.
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Share with us if you've seen other articles by any other publishers around the world in the comments section below!

Speaking of which, did you there are actually other reasons why Auntie Anne's halal application was rejected besides the 'Pretzel Dog' name:

                Auntie Anne's Halal Application Was Denied Because Of Bigger Reasons Than 'Pretzel Dog'

It's not just about the Pretzel Dog.

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[VIDEO] "Haiwan Pun Tahu Ikut SOP" - Tular Gelagat Anjing Pakai Face Mask Cuit Hati Ramai

Pasti kita sudah biasa dengar kisah kucing yang sentiasa mendapat perhatian di media sosial, kali ini kami ingin kongsikan pula tentang seekor anjing yang baru saja tular di TikTok

Umum sedia maklum, pemakaian face mask adalah wajib setiap kali berada di luar rumah supaya kita dapat mengawal wabak Covid-19 daripada terus menular.Melihat orang memakai face mask itu sudah biasa, namun pernahkah anda melihat anjing memakai face mask? Ya, memang ada!Baru-baru ini tular satu video di laman TikTok yang dimuat naik oleh seorang pengguna mengenai seekor anjing yang memakai face mask sambil duduk di dalam bakul motor tuannya.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @shafiq_joker Balas kepada @sulaiman4667  isteri smpai sakit perut gelak  bunyi asal  - shafiq_joker

Anjing pakai face mask siap duduk dalam bakul motor, tuan pula sporting siap tunjuk ke arah camera

Menerusi video yang dikongsi oleh Shafiq Joker, kelihatan anjing tersebut sedang menaiki motorsikal bersama tuannya dan gelagat mereka sempat dirakam sewaktu berhenti di traffic light.Apa yang lebih menghiburkan adalah apabila tuannya perasan mereka sedang dirakam dan pantas menunjukkan tangannya ke arah perakam seolah-olah menyuruh anjing itu melihat ke arah camera.

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"Hahaha comel je macam budak dia buat anjing tu suruh tengok camera. Anjing pun dengar cakap, baiknya" - Warganet

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video tersebut telah mendapat 2 juta views, 193.5K likes dan 7K shares di TikTok.Rata-rata warganet turut terhibur melihat anjing itu yang baik dan mendengar kata tuannya apabila disuruh pandang ke arah camera. Mereka juga memuji cara si tuan menjaga anjingnya supaya mengikut Standard Operation Procedure (SOP).Antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Comelnya! Mesti lepas ni ramai nak suruh haiwan peliharaan masing-masing pakai face mask kan? :P

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You're Invited To Kentucky Town! Challenge Your Friends To Games, Try Secret Menus & More

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This Spotlight is sponsored by KFC.

Psst... Did your friends jio you to this event? :O

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ICYMI, KFC is hosting a one-of-a-kind Kentucky Town event, where you and your friends will be transported to a whole different world for a finger lickin' good time, yasss!

Imagine everything you love about KFC, but on a whole other level — that's what you can expect at Kentucky Town. If you and your group of friends are looking to elevate your meet-ups, you won't wanna miss this.From interactive games that will put your friendship to the test, to never-before-seen secret menu items that will only be available for a limited time, Kentucky Town is a pop-up event with tonnes of exciting things in store for you.Throughout the event, there will also be lots of prizes up for grabs, woah!Check out the deets here:KFC Kentucky TownDate: 4 July (2pm onwards) to 10 July 2023Time: 10am - 10pmLocation: Blue Concourse, Sunway Pyramid

Still not sure if Kentucky Town is something up your alley?
Here's a little teaser to keep you intrigued:

If you and your pals are a competitive bunch, then you'll absolutely love challenging each other to a series of interactive games

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Test your friendship kaw kaw and build another level of camaraderie with your besties, as you get pitched against each other in timed challenges, motion capture games that require hand-eye coordination, and more.

After duking it out, it's time to eat your hearts out by sampling an extensive never-before-seen KFC secret menu

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Exclusively available at Kentucky Town, and only on sale for seven days, this is literally the only chance you'll get to taste these secret menu items.What's on the menu, you ask?

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From KFC's new Double Down you could've never imagined, to drumettes so spicy it'll burn (don't say we didn't warn you), it's a feast that awaits you and your friends. The bigger your group, the more items you can try and share around too!

Last but not least, don't leave without capturing some Insta-worthy shots and picking up some merch as keepsakes

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Kentucky Town will be full of Insta-worthy spots where you and your crew can pose for the 'gram. Just to give you a hint, there'll be bigger-than-life KFC decor, a mesmerising augmented reality showcase, and cool avatars you'll have to see for yourself.Plus, who doesn't love limited edition merch, amirite?

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P.S. You'll be able to try on all of this KFC merch on the spot via a pretty cool setup. (Yes, it's cooler than your typical changing room, hehe).

Don't want to miss out on all these activities, freebies, and more? Make sure to head over to Sunway Pyramid from 4 to 10 July to have a fun-filled day at KFC's Kentucky Town!

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To catch the latest updates and deets of the Kentucky Town pop-up event, visit their website here.

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Saling Melengkapi, Foto Ibu ‘Guide’ Ayah Baca Al-Quran Setiap Malam Ini Buat Netizen Sebak

Al-Quran merupakan kitab yang diturunkan kepada Nabi Muhammad SAW pada bulan Ramadan

Dalam usaha mendekatkan diri kepada Allah SWT, bulan Ramadan adalah kesempatan yang paling berharga untuk memperbanyakkan membaca Al-Quran, sama ada secara bertadarus ataupun berseorangan, lebih-lebih lagi sehingga menamatkan (khatam) bacaan 30 juz Al-Quran.

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Walau bagaimanapun, buat mereka yang jarang membaca kitab itu pasti merasa sukar untuk melakukannya kerana khuatir bacaan akan tidak lancar dan tergagap-gagap. Namun, bagi yang sudah dewasa dan masih belum mampu membacanya dengan betul, usah malu untuk belajar.

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Bahkan, Rasulullah SAW menjanjikan kelebihan berganda bagi mereka yang tidak lancar dan berusaha mempelajarinya.Sabda baginda SAW: “Seorang yang lancar membaca Al-Quran akan bersama para malaikat yang mulia dan sentiasa selalu taat kepada Allah SWT, adapun, yang membaca Al-Quran dan tersekat-sekat di dalamnya dan sulit atasnya bacaan tersebut, maka, baginya dua pahala.” (Riwayat Muslim)

Baru-baru ini, beberapa gambar seorang wanita sedang mengajar suaminya membaca Al-Quran telah tular di laman sosial

Gambar tersebut sebenarnya telah dimuat naik anak gadis pasangan suami isteri itu melalui laman Twitter. Menerusi caption yang ditulis gadis bernama Nisha itu, ibunya akan mengajar ayah mengaji pada setiap malam kerana ayahnya dikatakan kurang fasih membaca Al-Quran.

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Ternyata, perbuatan yang ditonjolkan ibu bapa Nisha itu telah berjaya menarik perhatian pengguna Twitter yang lain

Hasil tinjauan di ruangan reply perkongsian itu mendapati rata-rata warganet terinspirasi dengan sikap ibu serta ayahnya itu. Bahkan, ada yang menginginkan pasangan seperti ini dikemudian hari. Bukan itu sahaja, terdapat juga yang tersentuh melihat si ayah mencium tangan isterinya.Antara komen menarik dari warganet:

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Alhamdulillah. Sejuk hati melihat pasangan suami isteri ini. <3

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Pastor Shares How Insulting A Muslim Classmate Led Him To A "Blessed" 52-Year Friendship

In a touching tribute, Singaporean pastor Leslie Quahe shared how an insensitive comment about a Muslim classmate led  to a five decade-long friendship

The Facebook post on 26 April has garnered over 1,000 shares at the time of writing.

"When I was 10 I ignorantly called my classmate a 'black boy'," he wrote

After being "chastised" by their teacher for name-calling, he took out his frustration on the boy, Iqbal, and punched him during recess.

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The parents of both students were called into the principal's office for a chat, during which Quahe's father apologised profusely on his behalf.According to the pastor, his father implied that he would punish the boy by saying that he would make him "pay" for his unwarranted indiscretion.

However, his classmate's mother had a different idea.
"In lieu of pain", she asked if she could take Quahe home every day to have lunch, do homework, and play with her son.

In the post, Quahe revealed that he has never forgotten the words she spoke in the principal's office that day - "We must make them friends and not allow them to be enemies."

Five decades later, the man recalls his time spent at Iqbal's family home with nothing but fondness.
"I spent many memorable and happy days with them," he said.

Quahe recounts that he was even welcome to sit in on the family's religious lessons studying the Quran."Ever since then we have been blessed with a lifelong friendship spanning 52 years now. To this day, I a pastor, am welcomed in this home as family," he added.

Leslie Quahe (left) and his friend Iqbal Jumabhoy (right).
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Quahe dedicated the post to the victims of the Christchurch and Sri Lanka terrorist attacks, adding that, "We can live and embrace one another if we teach our children to be friends and not enemies."

In response to the heartwarming story, netizens expressed their agreement with the pastor's message about embracing diversity in friendships

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Facebook users also applauded Iqbal's mother for choosing to educate the young boy through love and respect rather than by giving punishments."Such a wise woman. She must have known that they would become brothers," a netizen commented.

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Read the full Facebook post here:

What an inspiring story about a beautiful friendship <3

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Police Arrest 2 Men For Hiding Air Ketum In Food Delivery Bag

On 2 November, two men who hid packages of air ketum inside a food delivery bag were detained in Jinjang, Kuala Lumpur

Sentul police chief ACP S Shamugamoorthy Chinniah told Bernama that two men were riding a motorcycle when patrolmen instructed them to stop at around 9.30pm.The suspects instead made a U-turn and rode against the traffic flow towards Jinjang.

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The police gave chase and caught the suspects when they collided with a vehicle

The food delivery bag on the motorcycle was inspected and four green packages containing air ketum were found.According to The Star, one of the suspects admitted to borrowing the delivery bag from another friend in an attempt to deceive the authorities during a roadblock.

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The case is being investigated under Section 30(3) of the Poisons Act 1952

ACP Shamugamoorthy said that the method used by the suspects to carry and deliver drugs using food delivery bags was detected by the police during the Movement Control Order (MCO).He added that another method of delivering air ketum using luxury cars has also been detected.

Sentul District police chief ACP S Shamugamoorthy Chinniah.
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Celcom Is Giving Away Free Phones, Discounts Up To 88%, And More This CNY

This Spotlight is sponsored by Celcom.

Celcom wants to ring in Chinese New Year by rewarding you with free phones and irresistible discounts during the Celcom Gempak Sale

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Celcom Gempak SaleDate: 16 January to 15 February 2020Location: Celcom Online Shop & Celcom bluecube outlets

Here are 3 things to be excited about:

1. Get a FREE phone when you sign up with the Device Bundle Program

iPhone 7 Plus.
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Nothing screams prosperity louder than free phones! When you sign up with a Device Bundle Program, you'll get to choose from this list of phones to call yours:1. iPhone 7 Plus 128GB2. HUAWEI Mate 303. HUAWEI Nova 5T4. OPPO A5sHere's how you can get yours:1. Sign up online or visit a Celcom bluecube near you2. Select your FREE phone and sign up for the Device Bundle Program3. Take home your brand new phone :DAll this, with ZERO upfront payment!

2. Get some of the best flagship smartphones on the market, and save up to 48%

iPhone XS.
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During Celcom's Chinese New Year Gempak Sale, you can enjoy discounts of up to 48% on some of the most coveted smartphones currently out there! The phones include the following:1. iPhone XS 64GB2. Samsung Galaxy S10e 128GB3. Samsung Galaxy S10 128GB4. Samsung Galaxy S10+ 128GB5. Samsung Galaxy S10+ 512GB6. Samsung Galaxy Note10 256GBYou can also take advantage of Celcom's 'EasyPhone', which makes owning your dream smartphone a whole lot easier. You could take home the iPhone XS 64GB for just RM62/month! With affordable monthly fees, and the choice to upgrade to a new device even before your contract ends, you're all set for an ong-some year.This deal is exclusive to the Celcom Online Store, so head over there now!

3. Enjoy awesome discounts up to 88% when you sign up with any Celcom Postpaid Plan

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Signing up with a mobile service provider can be a real hassle, and it can be really expensive. But when you sign up with any Celcom Postpaid Plan, it's going to be smooth sailing.With discounts up to 88% on offer, you can enjoy all the benefits of a Celcom Postpaid Plan at a fraction of the cost.To sign up with a Celcom Postpaid Plan, click here.

The Celcom CNY Gempak Sale is happening from now until 15 February 2020

Just head to the Celcom Online Store or your nearest bluecube to get the latest and greatest deals now!

To learn more about the Celcom Gempak Sale and to keep up to date with the latest promotions, click here

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Your Memory Is Probably NOT As Bad As This Person Who "Forgot" His 3 Jumbo Jets At KLIA

'Missing' owners of 3 Boeings at KLIA says MAHB refuses to acknowledge them as the owners

Photo taken from Swift Air Cargo's website.
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On Monday, 7 December, MAHB published a newspaper advertisements to serve as notice to the owners of three Boeings 747, saying that the planes will be sold or disposed of if not collected within 14 days.Now according to a report in The Star Online, Swift Air Cargo, which is currently called Splunk n' Dash Sdn Bhd, has come forward as the "missing" owner of the three Boeings parked at KLIA, claiming that the company has been in contact with Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) on a "consistent basis".

Swift Air Cargo CEO Captain Blue Peterson told The Star Friday that the three Boeing 747 that were featured in newspaper advertisements on Dec 7 belonged to the company. He said Swift has been the owner of the three aircraft since June 8 this year.  "MAHB knows this for we have been in many meetings with them about the aircraft.  "MAHB for some unfathomable reason refuses to acknowledge Swift as the owners of the aircraft, even though we have all of the supporting documents, including the Bill of Sale for the three aircraft," he claimed.He said the sale of the aircraft to Swift Air Cargo was witnessed by solicitor Syed Amir Ibrahim of Syed Ibrahim & Co, when the documents were signed in Kuala Lumpur. When contacted, Syed Amir confirmed that the sale of the aircraft to Swift took place.  Captain Peterson also claimed that he had a Statutory Declaration from the previous owner, notarised in Hong Kong and with the Malaysian Consulate stamping it. "All the many various supporting documents, clearly state that Swift is the owner of all three B747’s," he said.Attempts to reach MAHB have so far been unsuccessful.

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Don't you hate it when you can't remember where you left your car keys? Well, how about Boeing 747-200F Jumbo Jet? Wait, what?

Yep. Someone apparently "forgot" not one, not two, but three of the massive Jumbo Jets at the KLIA at Sepang. And now Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB), the country’s main airport operator, is seeking the owner.

One of three Boeing 747 aircraft abandoned at KLIA in Sepang.
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After failing to trace the owner of the three commercial planes despite having their registration numbers, they put out this bizarre notice in the classifieds section The Star newspaper on Monday:

Snapshot of the notice as it appeared in The Star’s classifieds section on Monday.
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Malaysia Airports has given the unknown owner 14 days to collect:

“If you fail to collect the aircraft within 14 days of the date of this notice, we reserve the right to sell or otherwise dispose of the aircraft,” the notice read, adding that the money raised would be used to offset any expenses and debts due.Based on the list provided in the notice, the three Boeing 747-200F planes comprised an off-white aircraft with the registration number TF-ARM, a white one with the registration number TF-ARN, and another white one with the registration number TF-ARH. The owner was told to contact Malaysia Airports (Sepang) general manager Zainol Mohd Isa at 03 87766100.

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Zainol Mohd. Isa, the contact person listed in the advertisement, while speaking to Bloomberg news agency, told that the planes had been sitting on the tarmac for more than a year

He declined to say how much in parking fees and other charges were owed.“We have been in communication with the so-called owner, but they have not been responding to take away the aircraft. That’s why we go through this process to legalize whatever actions we want to take,” Zainol said by phone Tuesday.“We want to clear the area, we want to utilize our parking bay.”

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According to CNN, several aviation databases list the Boeings as belonging to leasing firm Air Atlanta Icelandic, but that company says it sold them in 2008.
Since then, the Boeings have changed hands several times.

“If it was ours, we would have claimed it,” an unnamed officer with Malaysia’s national airline was quoted saying by The Star Online in a report last night.In a separate report, the news portal reported Air Atlanta Icelandic confirming it used to own the three Boeing planes bearing the registration numbers TF-ARM, TF-ARN and TF-ARH.However, the Icelandic airliner’s senior vice-president of sales and marketing Baldvin M. Hermannsson said his company was not the current owner and that two aircraft were deregistered from Iceland’s Civil Aviation Authority in June 2011 while the third has its name removed in January 2012.“Air Atlanta Icelandic does not have any knowledge of who the current owner of these aircraft is today, and has nothing to do with these aircraft today,” Hermannsson was quoted as saying in an email response to The Star Online.

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Malaysia Airports says it's entitled to sell the Boeings under the country's civil aviation regulations if no owner comes forward

"The giving of such notice by way of advertisement is a common and reasonable step in the process of debt recovery especially in cases where the company concerned has ceased operations and is a foreign entity whereby exhaustive steps undertaken to find a contact person have not been successful," Malaysia Airports said in a statement."This step is also a common process undertaken by airport operators all over the world when faced with such a situation."

The advertisements dated 7 December 2015 in The Star and Sin Chew Daily.
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This Online Children's Bookstore Is Reducing Their Prices By 10% So Kids Stay Safe At Home

My Children's Bookstore is one of the largest secondhand online bookstores in Malaysia

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With prices starting as low as RM4, every pre-loved book is carefully screened and selected from the UK to ensure children receive quality books

The online store includes books for ages 0 to 18. From picture books and classic children's titles, to reference books and young adult novels, your kids are sure to find something they'll love.

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Now that many schools are closed, My Children's Bookstore is reducing their already heavily-discounted prices by 10% to help keep young minds safe and entertained at home

Valid from now until 19 October, this limited-time offer covers all their books - that's close to 10,000 titles to choose from!Spend over RM100 to enjoy free delivery anywhere in Peninsular Malaysia. Best part? They have same day dispatch for orders made before 12 noon. :)

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Gift your child the joy of reading. Visit My Children's Books to browse their collection now!

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Subang Student Confesses How They Spend RM3,000 A Month And Netizens Are Losing It

A student's anonymous post detailing how they spend their RM3,000 pocket money a month is going viral on Facebook

"How much allowance you guys get from your parents?" asked the student anonymously on Taylors Confessions, a page where students of a Subang-based university can discreetly say anything they want in a forum-like space.The post started with a harmless inquisitive question, but as it went on, Malaysian netizens began to realise that the student has a prodigal spending behaviour."I heard my friend his monthly allowance is RM700, and I am shooked to death. How are you guys survive with that money? (sic)" wrote the student."When I just started uni life, I got RM2,000 every month, but it is really not enough. And every day, I am stressed my allowance will finish so my parents increased to RM3,000."

			But why it's still the same? I still feel not enough.

The spendthrift said people should not expect them to eat chap fan every day.

The post was published on 9 September, and it has since garnered almost 4,000 shares and 2,200 comments

The majority of netizens were in disbelief that the RM3,000 pocket money isn't enough for the student in Subang, while some called the person a "spoiled brat".

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In follow-up posts, the student gave a detailed breakdown of how they spent the RM3,000

"Ok, so RM200 for clothing per month is a lot? I didn't know that you go basic like UNIQLO one shirt already RM79.90 (sic), so one month buy around two to three new clothes shouldn't be too much right?" the student said."And then, special meals one month RM200 is ok right? For examples, friend's birthday, gathering, [and] dates. All these you don't expect me to eat mamak, right?"They went on to say that they spend RM300 monthly on Grab because they have to go to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur six times a month."You see from here to Pavillion already need minimum RM25, go back need RM50 total. So one month, I go around six times only what. Or sometimes I go Sunway Pyramid which is nearer but you know... already quite bored (sic)," they related.

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They said that the electric bill in their building near their campus is expensive, hence it can cost up to RM200 a month."I only open AC from afternoon till night ok, morning I didn't on because morning is cold (sic)."They also admitted that they might overspend on gaming because they don't want to play a game without a cool avatar, otherwise it will be embarrassing for them.

The student then said they are proud of those who can make do with a monthly RM1,000 pocket money

"Seriously... How you guys survive with RM1000 per month? I am so so curious, even if I eat economic rice minimum is RM10, so yeah I really don't know how you guys do that... Very proud tbh (sic)," they said."Btw (sic) don't say I am a spoiled brat. I didn't buy those LV Gucci every month. You should have seen more opulent people, I think I am just an average student."

Image via Taylors Confessions (Facebook)

In the comments section, thousands of netizens tried to make sense out of the student's expenses, especially over necessity to buy clothes and visit Pavilion Kuala Lumpur six times a month.But a recurring remark persists in all of the posts - and that is the Subang student is a "spoiled brat".

Read the full post here:

Speaking of UNIQLO, the brand launched its highly anticipated Airism Mask in Malaysia today, 14 September:

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PDRM Investigates Doctor For Alleged Vaccine Misinformation & Dismissing COVID-19 Severity

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Police are investigating a doctor in Kuala Lumpur for spreading misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines on social media

According to Bernama, the founder of The KL Sky Clinic, Dr Roland Victor, was summoned to Sepang district police headquarters yesterday, 18 February, to give a statement regarding a 56-minute video he posted on Facebook.In the video, Roland only emphasised the side effects found in the consumer medication information leaflet of the COMIRNATY injection, more commonly known as the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.He also claimed getting infected by COVID-19 is better than taking the vaccine."I'm not telling you to not take the vaccine. Taking the vaccine is up to you... But I feel that I'd rather get the virus, have flu and cough for two to three days, rather than take the vaccine," he said.The video uploaded to The KL Sky Clinic's Facebook page on 7 February has drawn over 330,000 views. It was also shared on the clinic's Instagram page and YouTube channel.

Image via The KL Sky Clinic (Facebook)

When met at the police station, Roland told reporters that the video was simply about him explaining the vaccine

"The 56-minute video shared on Facebook only explains the risks faced by its recipients and is not meant to scare people," he told Harian Metro at the police station."As a medical doctor, I was only giving my views on the administration and effectiveness of the vaccine to the public," he said, after spending two and a half hours making a statement.Meanwhile, Sepang district police chief ACP Wan Kamarul Azran Wan Yusof told reporters that the police received only one report against the video.Regardless, the police chief said the case is being investigated under Section 504 of the Penal Code for intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for improper use of network facilities.

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The video drew attention online as several healthcare professionals took to social media to call Roland out for his controversial discussion

On Twitter, a doctor who has treated COVID-19 patients on the frontlines said Roland was irresponsible for dismissing the severity of the disease and for spreading misinformation about the vaccine's safety profile."Yes, there are side effects, but they are temporary and occur at a very low rate. The vaccine is safe... Its benefits outweigh the risks by a lot. How can you say getting COVID-19 is safer than getting the Pfizer vaccine?," he questioned.

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A pharmacist also commented on Instagram saying that Roland did not give a full explanation before highlighting the vaccine's adverse events following immunisation (AEFI) in the video."You are doing more harm than good through your half-baked explanation, which in no way offers a better solution than vaccination," she said.She called on Roland to take down the video in respect to his colleagues who are fighting in personal protective equipment (PPE) eight hours a day against the COVID-19 pandemic.

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We asked a doctor to fully explain how the COVID-19 vaccines were made so fast:

                Are The COVID-19 Vaccines Safe? We Asked A Doctor To Explain How They Were Made So Fast

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Isteri Mengidam Ayam Penyet Pukul 12 Malam, Sekali Suami Kena Habiskan Sebab Cuit Sikit Je

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Setiap wanita yang hamil pasti akan melalui fasa mengidam nak makan pelbagai jenis makanan tanpa mengira masa betul tak?

Dalam situasi seperti ini, para suami haruslah bersabar dengan kerenah isteri yang boleh berubah mood dan perangai mereka bila-bila masa saja.Tambahan pula, jika mereka teringin untuk makan sesuatu di tengah malam. Mahu pening kepala si suami nak mencari makanan tersebut kan?Seperti sebuah video ini apabila seorang lelaki berkongsi perangai isterinya yang sedang hamil tiba-tiba mengidam ayam penyet pukul 12 tengah malam telah menarik perhatian ramai di TikTok.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @dandydaihatsu Ngidam dan congok beda tipis. @Dandy Ginting Daihatsu #fyp #ibuhamil #ibungidam #ayampenyet #salamdaribinjai #langkat #tengahmalam #binjaitiktok #abcd  Reckless x Yamete Kudasai - JOWO SEBELAH ETAN

Isteri tiba-tiba kejut tengah malam teringin nak makan ayam penyet, sekali cuit sikit je

Menerusi perkongsian video daripada @dandydaihatsu, kelihatan lelaki itu diminta oleh isterinya untuk membeli ayam penyet pada pukul 12 tengah malam.Gara-gara melayankan kerenah isteri yang sedang hamil dan mengidam, dia gagahkan juga pergi mencari ayam penyet yang diminta.Namun, sebaik saja dia sampai di rumah dan menemani isterinya makan, wanita itu hanya mencuit sedikit saja ayam penyet dan selebihnya dia menyuruh si suami untuk menghabiskan. Situasi tersebut membuatkan lelaki berkenaan naik bingung dan hanya mampu menggelengkan kepala saja melayankan perangai si isteri.

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Image via @dandydaihatsu (TikTok)

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video itu telah mendapat 698.6K views, 39.6K likes dan 232 shares di TikTok

Hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen pula mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pendapat masing-masing mengenai situasi tersebut.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Bertabahlah bang, bila lagi nak layan perangai mengada-ngada isteri tu kan. Masa dia mengandung je :P

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Count Down To CNY At The TOP Penang With Fireworks, LED Lion Dance, And More Performances

This Spotlight is sponsored by The TOP Penang.

Wondering what's the best place in Penang for your reunion dinner and CNY countdown party?

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Head over to The TOP Penang at Komtar to enjoy a 360-degree grand fireworks display, along with all kinds of festive activities for the family this Chinese New Year Eve!

Located 816-feet above sea level, this is one of the highest spots that'll give you a bird's-eye view of Penang and let you catch all the fireworks happening on the island!

On 4 February, there will be all kinds of entertainment in store for you, such as LED lion dance troops, unique water drum performances, as well as laser light and live music show

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This will be the very first time visitors to The TOP Penang will get to experience these festivities on Chinese New Year Eve, so make sure you don't miss out on this opportunity!

To spice up the event further, the Gods of Prosperity, Longevity, Happiness, and Fortune will make their rounds to distribute ‘heavenly fortunes’ in the form of mandarin oranges

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There will be something for everyone, so come receive your 'heavenly fortunes' for a prosperous year ahead. Right after this, visitors will also be treated to a one-of-a-kind magical snowfall as a blessing to the auspicious celebration.

For party-goers who are looking for a place to count down to CNY, you can join the party from just RM68++ per person

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CNY Countdown PartyPrice: RM68++ per paxTime: 10pm - 1amLocation: The TOP Penang

If you want to enjoy one of the reunion dinner promotions before counting down together with your family, here are a few places to check out:

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Top View RestaurantPrice: RM118++ per paxTime: 6.30pm - 10pmLocation: The TOP Penang, Level 59Imperial Court RestaurantPrice: RM148.80++ per pax (minimum 10 pax)Time: 6.30pm - 10pmLocation: The TOP Penang, Level 6Coco Cabana RestaurantPrice: RM198++ per pax (minimum 10 pax)Time: 6.30pm - 10pmLocation: The TOP Penang, Level 68

Apart from reunion dinner, there will also be other promotions throughout CNY from 5 to 19 February:

Chinese New Year – Rainbow Skywalk DinnerPrice: From RM98++ per paxLocation: Coco Cabana, Level 68Prosperity Buffet Dinner with Penang Skyline ViewDate: 5, 6 FebruaryPrice: From RM98++ per paxLocation: Coco Cabana, Level 68Imperial Court Restaurant• For Family & Friends Reunion: RM688++ per table of 6• Happiness Package: RM888++ per table of 6• Imperial Fortune Package: RM988++ per table of 10• Blissful Auspicious Package: RM1488++ per table of 10 (comes with a bottle of wine)• Flourish Wealthy Package: RM1988++ per table of 10 (comes with a bottle of wine)• Imperial Prosperity Package: RM2388++ per table of 10 (comes with a bottle of wine)

Hurry and make your bookings for your CNY dinners and countdown party with The TOP Penang today! Check out this CNY video to get you into the festive mood:

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An Ogilvy Philippines Employee Died After Working Overtime While Suffering From Pneumonia

Mark David Dehesa, a brand strategist with advertising agency Ogilvy & Mather Philippines, died last weekend after purportedly working overtime while suffering from pneumonia

Mark David Dehesa.
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Dehesa had been working as a brand strategist in the PR division of the agency's Manila office for less than a year. According to his LindkedIn account, he held different account management roles in agencies such as JWT, Publicis, and BBDO.

Ogilvy Philippines confirmed that Dehesa passed away due to complications from pneumonia. The company, however, declined to elaborate on the events that preceded his death.

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“It is with great sadness that we confirm the sudden passing of our colleague Mark Dehesa from complications leading to Pneumonia on Sunday, 19 February 2017. Mark was a much loved and important member of our family in the Philippines, and our thoughts and prayers are with him, his family, and friends at this very difficult time," Oglivy Philippines CEO Elly Puyat said.

According to Adweek, an unnamed former colleague said Dehesa worked long hours on Friday before asking to be taken to the hospital, where he later died

Jeff Stelton, a copywriter who had worked with Dehesa before, also wrote in a Facebook post about the difficulties and long hours of working in an ad agency."Clients always ask for something good. And more often than not, they ask for it fast. And one industry that deals with this on a daily basis is the advertising industry. We do it almost to the point of martyrdom; sacrificing our time with our families, dates with our loved ones, but most importantly, our health.I feel like it's time we say no to this unnecessary martyrdom. It's time to say no to getting up for a 9am presentation when you finished work at 4 in the morning."

Other recent deaths of young agency employees have been attributed to overwork, including this Indonesian copywriter who fell into a coma back in 2013 after sending this tweet

30 hours of working and still going strooong.— Mita Diran (@mitdoq) December 14, 2013

In the same year, Li Yuan, who worked at Ogilvy Beijing, died of cardiac arrest after overworking the month prior to his death.

This case involving Ogilvy is far from unique. An account manager for Dentsu, Matsuri Takahashi, jumped to her death in 2015 from overworking:

                A Young Dentsu Employee's Suicide Has Now Been Ruled As Death By Overwork

She logged 130 hours of overtime in a month and just 10 hours of sleep a week.

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Family Of 4 Found Unconscious Due To Lack Of Oxygen After Car Crashes Into Toll Plaza

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A family of four including two children were found unconscious in a car that crashed into a Bentong toll plaza barrier in Pahang yesterday, 24 April

According to New Straits Times, Bentong district police chief Supt Zaiham Mohd Kahar said the incident occurred at about 2.40pm while the family was on the way back to Balakong, Selangor from Tok Bali, Kelantan.Zaiham said the family was found by police personnel conducting Op Selamat patrol along the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway, and was quickly assisted by members of the public as well as the toll booth's staff."The victims — a man, his wife, and their two children — were carried out of the vehicle and given first aid treatment by medical officers," said the police chief.

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It is learned that all victims were brought to Hospital Bentong and have regained consciousness

Zaiham added that the family fell unconscious due to a lack of oxygen in the car."A medical examination confirmed they were unconscious due to the lack of oxygen in their bodies."The condition caused the vehicle to crash into the toll barrier," he said in a statement on Monday, as quoted by Malay Mail.

Image via Polis Bentong (Facebook)

Image via Polis Bentong (Facebook)

Meanwhile, the police are reminding the public to ensure that that their vehicles are in good condition before travelling

In a Facebook post on Monday, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Investigation and Enforcement Department also advised drivers to have enough rest before hitting the road, especially considering the hot weather and unpredictable rain.

As a safety precaution, regularly check your car exhaust system for leaks:

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This is for those who enjoy sneaking a nap in the car during lunch time.

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Thailand To Offer Sex Offenders Reduced Prison Time If They Agree To Be Castrated

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145 senators in Thailand have given their approval to pass a bill on Monday, 11 July, that allows the voluntary chemical castration of convicted sex offenders

Sex offenders who are at high risk of re-offending will be given the option of getting chemically castrated. And in return, their prison sentence will be reduced.According to Global News, chemical castration reduces testosterone levels in the body, which will lead to a lower sex drive.

Thailand's parliament approves new Bill offering chemical castration to sex offenders.
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Offenders must get the approval of two doctors before being able to choose to be castrated

According to the Bangkok Post, offenders will need a prescription from a psychiatrist and an internal medicine specialist before the option is availed to them. They will also need to be monitored for 10 years following the castration and must wear an electronic monitoring bracelet on their person.

Justice Minister of Thailand Somsak Thepsuthin is supportive of the chemical castration bill

Although the bill is still in the process of getting another house vote and a royal endorsement, Thepsuthin is eager see this law being passed as soon as possible."I don't want to see news about bad things happening to women again," he added.  Bangkok Post also reported, based on a 2013 study by the Public Health Minister of Thailand, there were 31,886 reported rape cases that year alone. According to the study, one rape happens every 15 minutes in Thailand, averaging 87 cases per day.

Justice Minister of Thailand Somsak Thepsuthin.
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However, not everyone is supportive of the bill

Women and Men Progressive Movement Foundation director Jaded Chouwilai has expressed his concerns about the bill.He said that chemical castration isn't a viable way to deal with sex crimes. It shows that prisoners can no longer be rehabilitated."Convicts should be rehabilitated by changing their mindset while in prison," he said.

Thai inmates taking part in exercise in prison. Human rights activist groups push for rehabilitation of inmates, not harsh punishments.
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If passed, Thailand will be one of the few countries that utilises chemical castration to tackle sex crimes

It would be joining South Korea, Pakistan, Poland, and at least eight states in America in using chemical castration.

For the first time in Indonesia in 2019, a sex offender was sentenced to chemical castration:

                A Child Rapist Has Been Sentenced To Chemical Castration For The First Time In Indonesia

He was found guilty of raping and molesting nine young girls.

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