Newly Opened Lit Books In PJ Is The Place To Be If You Love Cosy Bookstores

Are you a fan of indie bookstores and weep at the sight of e-books?
If an enthusiastic nod was the answer to that, you'll be happy to know that Lit Books in PJ has just joined the mini circle of cosy, neighbourhood bookstores in town.

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What's cool about Lit Books is that it's run by a couple of book lovers who have stocked up the place with a carefully curated collection of both fiction and non-fiction books

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Owners Elaine and Min Hun want Lit Books to be more than just a bookstore. So, if you're ever in need of recommendations or have mini book club discussions, this place is perfect.

Lit Books specialises in English literature titles.
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Literary conversations can be complemented with your choice of freshly brewed coffee or fragrant teas from the drinks bar

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Lit Books also sells beautiful literary-themed merchandise that would make perfect gifts for bookworms!

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Lit Books is open Tuesdays to Sundays from 11am until 9pm. More details here:

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Address: P-01-11 Tropicana Avenue, 12, Persiaran Tropicana, Tropicana Golf & Country Resort, 47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.Website | Facebook | Instagram | 03-7886 6988

In June, BookXcess' opened a huge bookstore in Starling Mall with books that are sold at heavily discounted prices:

                This New Bookstore In PJ Is Every Bookworm's Dream Hangout Spot

Books, coffee, and cakes!

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Hidangan Steak & Lobster Di Restoran Ini ‘Confirm’ Akan Buat Anda Terliur. Kat Subang Je!

Sedang mencari tempat makan makanan western baru? Restoran ini sedia menghidangkan anda juadah steak & lobster yang terbaik di sekitar Subang Jaya!

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Terletak di Putra Heights, mereka terkenal dengan hidangan steak yang diperbuat daripada daging Wagyu ataupun daging grain-fed

Mereka juga membuat semua makanan mereka made-to-order dan tidak menggunakan sebarang preservatif dan perasa tiruan dalam masakan mereka.

Nishiawa Japanese Halal A5 Wagyu
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Anda wajib kena cuba tomahawk steak mereka yang cukup juicy dan dihidangkan dengan kentang putar, jagung dan salad segar

Tomahawk Steak
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Apa yang special lagi, bila anda makan steak di sini, Chef mereka juga akan, secara khas, datang potongkan steak anda di meja anda sendiri!

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Restoran ini juga terkenal dengan hidangan Boston Lobster mereka yang dibakarkan dengan taburan keju mozarella dan cheddar

Untuk memastikan kesegaran Udang Galah mereka, mereka mengimportkan Udang Galah mereka dua kali seminggu terus dari Amerika Syarikat.

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Banyak lagi hidangan western yang anda harus cuba di sini seperti Roasted Bone Marrow, Sizzling Grilled Chicken Chop, Pan-seared Norwegian Salmon, Pesto Pasta dan lain-lain!

Roasted Bone Marrow
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Grilled NZ Mussels
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Terliur? Dapatkan info mengenai restoran Kay's Steak & Lobster di bawah:

Tomahawk Steak & BBQ Beef Ribs
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Alamat: 12A-G, Jalan Putra Mahkota 7/6b, Pusat Bandar Putra Point, 47650 Subang Jaya, Selangor.Waktu Operasi: 5 petang - 10 malam (Selasa hingga Jumaat)1 tengah hari - 10 malam (Sabtu & Ahad) Tutup hari IsninNo. Telefon: 03-5887 1081Dapatkan maklumat lanjut di: Website | Facebook

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Top Glove Accused Of Locking Up Its Employees Against Their Free Will

Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturer Top Glove Has Been Accused Of Unlawfully Detaining Its Employees As A Form Of Disciplinary Action

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Malaysian rubber glove manufacturer Top Glove Corporation Bhd is a leading international brand, but a recent labour complaint indicates that conditions at its Meru plant may paint a different picture.

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According to a complaint that has led to a Labour Department case, set for later this month, the company locks up its workers when disciplinary complaints are made, in conditions reminiscent of sweatshops and labour camps.

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A Top Glove Employee, Dhanusuvel Nadesan, Was Allegedly Locked Up Against His Free Will By Top Glove’s Auxiliary Police For Five Days

A police report by a worker’s relative on the matter led police to raid a so-called ‘lock-up’, where ‘problematic workers’ were held, on Feb 11 to free an Indian national detained against his will there for five days.

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His relative, Robert Chelliah, who is an Australian citizen, said the area where Dhanusuvel Nadesan (Dhanush) was held was akin to a prison and that he was initially stopped from entering by “Top Glove’s auxiliary police”.

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Police Raided The Top Glove Manufacturing Plant After The Employee's Relative, Robert Chelliah, Lodged A Police Report On 11 February 2014

Chelliah, who has business dealings in Malaysia, lodged a police report and returned with to the detention centre police, who have opened an investigation paper on the matter.

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Chelliah’s parents hail from the same village in India, and their relatives contacted him after hearing of Dhanush’s detention from his colleagues.

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Dhanusuvel, A Top Glove Employee Of Nine Years, Said He Was Detained After He Had An Argument With Another Employee

Dhanush, who works in the safety and quality control section and has been an employee of Top Glove for nine years, was said to be detained after a run-in with another worker who did not wear a safety helmet.

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When contacted, Dhanush said the female worker purportedly pushed a camera he was using to take a picture of her without a helmet, and his hand knocked her face.

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According To Dhanusuvel, His ATM Card And Pin Number Was Also Forcibly Taken From Him During The Duration Of His Detention In Order To Pay For His Food

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Police documents sighted by Malaysiakini also note that the authorities have retrieved Dhanush’s ATM card, which was forcibly taken from him by Top Glove staff. Dhanush claims that the card and PIN number were taken from him in order to pay for his food while being locked up.

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He claimed that Top Glove management told him that would be beaten if he did not surrender his ATM card and PIN code.

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Another Nepali Worker Was Reportedly Locked Up For 15 Days While Other Workers Were Allegedly "Hit With Batons"

According to Dhanush, there was also a Nepali worker held at the same time but the Nepali had been there for 15 days.

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While he was not assaulted, he claimed that other workers who had been locked up have been “hit with batons”.

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When Contacted, Top Glove Said Dhanusuvel Is A "Problematic Worker Who Was Involved In Repeatedly Assaulting A Co-Worker"

However, Top Glove, in a brief email to Malaysiakini said that Dhanush had “repeatedly assaulted” his co-worker. “Mr Dhanush is a problematic worker who was involved in repeatedly assaulting a co-worker in the presence of other witnesses. The assaulted worker has since lodged a police report,” the email says.

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They Declined To Comment On The Allegations Of Unlawful Detention

The public-listed company declined to comment on allegations of unlawful detention as the matter is under police investigation.

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Top Glove Has Cancelled Dhanusuvel's Work Permit. The Indian National Will Remain In Malaysia On A Special Pass As He Awaits The Hearing At The Labour Department.

His case is up for hearing at the Labour Department on March 20, and he has obtained a special pass to remain in Malaysia until then. His work permit has been cancelled by Top Glove.

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Aegile Fernandez Of The Migrant Workers’ Rights NGO Says This Is Wrongful Detention And Is Against Labour Rights

Migrant workers’ rights NGO Tenaganita’s Aegile Fernandez said the complaint was filed under Section 20 of the Labour Act for unlawful dismissal, as Dhanush was contracted to work for another year.

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Aegile said while there have been complaints on the non-renewal of Top Glove workers’ permits, this is the first case handled by Tenaganita where a factory has “lock-ups cells” to detain workers.

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“Can you imagine having their own police inside the factory to control the workers? It is against labour rights and is wrongful detention,” she said.

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Cat Arrested For Helping Inmates in Brazilian Prison Break

Cat raised by inmate

"It's tough to find out who's responsible for the action as the cat doesn't speak," the prison spokesperson said. All 263 detainees in the prison of Arapiraca are considered suspect in the plot.

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Prison officer told the G1 news website that prisoners had raised the cat and that relatives would often take it home after a prison visit.

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The Pawshank Redemption!

The agent found a bag tied to the cat's body filled with saw blades and drill parts for concrete drilling and digging tunnels, along with a cell phone complete with battery and charger .

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All 263 inmates are now suspects in the case. We can't wait for the follow-up story about this, in which we learn that the kitty was forced to help the prisoners after his wife and children were taken hostage, perhaps by Giovanni Ribisi or Paul Bettany!

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In a weird case, a cat trained by prisoners to deliver cell phones and tools to dig tunnels was caught at a jail in northeastern Brazil after sneaking in with forbidden items strapped to its body.

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A prison guard holds a cat that has objects wrapped around his body with tape at a prison in Arapiraca, Brazil.
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A SNEAKY moggy finds it's not much of a cat burglar - as Brazilian jail guards stop it smuggling forbidden items into the slammer.

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A cat carrying a saw and a mobile phone was "detained" as it entered a prison gate in northeast Brazil, Brazilian media reported on Saturday.

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A cat is "arrested" in the grounds of a jail in the Brazilian city of Arapiraca, with contraband goods for prisoners taped to its body.

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A Bride Tied Her Baby To Her Wedding Dress And Dragged Her Down The Aisle

A couple wanted their month-old daughter to actively participate in their wedding, so they made her the center of attention - by attaching her to the train of the bride's dress and literally dragging her down the aisle

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A Tennessee woman is under fire for attaching her 1-month-old daughter to the train of her wedding dress. Shona Carter-Brooks decided that she wanted her daughter to be a part of the wedding, and while there were probably other options for the baby, she and her husband Johnathan Brooks decided that they would tie her to the train of her dress and drag her down the aisle.

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Most attendees thought the decision to attach the baby to the wedding dress was tasteful and sweet, but once video and pictures surfaced online, Carter-Brooks received some harsh critcism.

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Shona Carter-Brooks defended the unconventional decision, saying in a Facebook post that the month-old baby, named Aubrey, was "awake and well-secured" and that she was "covered by Christ"

Baby Aubrey was one-month-old when she was dragged down the aisle of a Tennessee church on the back of her mother's wedding gown
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Carter-Brooks responded to her critics on Facebook, explaining how she decided to attach baby Aubrey to the dress: "The answer is we do what we want when we want long as Jesus on our side everything worked out fine and gone continue to be fine."

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One of the bride’s Facebook friends reportedly commented that the moment made her tear up

“Shona and Johnathan Brooks your wedding was super perfect from the groom and his men and you and your diva’s baby you rock the gown and the princess tagging behind you it brought tears to my eyes. Regardless of anybody else dream your’s came true. I loved it and thank you for inviting me,” wrote Pamela Stone.

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Shona Carter-Brooks, who has another daughter, wrote that people will always "have something negative to say". Her full post:

The wedding dress appears to have been altered to allow for the little girl
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"People questioning what we do, commenting all negative, and just doing the most. We good though we covered by the Blood which never loose its power. So to the media, radio, news, and whomever else wanting to talk about what WE do here you go: Media Media I see how it works regardless the situation or purpose people gone have something negative to say! The answer is we do what we want when we want long as Jesus on our side everything worked out fine and gone continue to be fine. Our 1 month old was awake and well secured on my train. Most important while yall got ya feelings in us we had our hearts in Christ which covers all!! So keep ya mouths running for it was just that Exclusive and Epic enough we made top blog way from small town Ripley, TN and the social media doing what they do, TALK!!!!"

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No video from the wedding has been released, so it's not clear how quickly the baby was brought down the aisle or if she was jostled from the dress

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There are no reports of injuries to the child. Meanwhile, Shona Carter-Brooks declined a request for comment. “Understood everyone entitled to their own opinion so all I have to say is God bless you!” she said by email.

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"Tak Perlu Lari Guna Tali" - Guru Cipta Alat Untuk Bantu Murid Masalah Penglihatan Berlari

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Selain ibu bapa, guru merupakan insan yang disanjungi kerana mereka turut membekalkan ilmu kepada kita

Bukan itu saja, mereka membimbing dan menunjuk ajar setiap muridnya dengan penuh tanggungjawab. Tidak pernah merungut dan mengucapkan kata penat.Sama seperti video yang tular baru-baru ini di TikTok yang memaparkan seorang guru membantu anak muridnya yang mempunyai masala penglihatan dengan mencipta sebuah alat telah mencuri tumpuan ramai. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @cguazam Ramai tanya ttg versi awal.Sebijik mcm trolley pasaraya .Tapi Alisya waktu ni gembira sgt sebab 1st time lari xperlu pegang bahu cikgu @ guna tali.  original sound - K H A I - K H A I

Cipta alat bantu untuk anak murid yang mempunyai masalah penglihatan berlari

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh Cikgu Azam, kelihatan dia sedang membuat test run berkenaan alat yang diciptanya di kawasan sekolah. Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah apabila dia bersifat inovatif dan kreatif untuk mencipta satu alat bantu murid yang mempunyai masalah penglihatan supaya mereka boleh berlari tanpa memegang bahu atau memegang tali. Dengan adanya alat bantu itu, anak muridnya yang mempunyai masalah penglihatan dapat berlari dengan mudah dengan bantuan tolakan guru dari belakang. Lihat video sambungan penuh itu di bawah:

  @cguazam Balas kepada @damiabakery Rasa sangat bersalah pa bila ramai yg menangis.xberniat nk buat mcm tu.maaf..cikgu kongsikan video yg ceria sikit  bunyi asal - Cikgu Azam - Cikgu Azam

"Terima kasih cikgu, terlalu ikhlas terpancar di wajah cikgu" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut rasa kagum dan terharu dengan guru itu. Malah, ramai yang berterima kasih dan memuji pengorbanan guru tersebut. Ketika artikel ini diltulis, video itu berjaya mendapat 646K tontonan, 48K tanda suka da 1K komen di TikTok.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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[VIDEO] Japanese YouTuber Shows Us How To Cosplay As A 'Malaysian Girl At Tesco'

A Japanese YouTuber known as iChang has been making Malaysian netizens laugh for her simple yet precise cosplay of a "local Malaysian girl" going grocery shopping

In a video posted on her channel yesterday, 28 January, iChang and her husband went "costume" shopping at a Tesco in Penang in an attempt to achieve the local look.

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"I can picture what they wear now, always the flip-flops and the short pants," iChang said to her husband

"Something that they wear at home," she added, as they discussed what garments to buy.They even found inspiration when they saw a girl dressed in the exact getup they were going for as they were browsing through the clothes department.

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In the end, they bought her "costume" for RM36.80

iChang changed out of her green dress and shoes and walked out of the changing room in a T-shirt, shorts, and flip-flops, looking very much like, well, a typical Malaysian girl in Tesco.

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The video then showed her walking through the rest of the mall, easily blending in with the crowd. They were entertained to see several other women wearing similar outfits.

The couple's antics have garnered a lot of laughs from Malaysians, many agreeing that they nailed the look they were going for

"I didn't notice until you pointed it out. I dress like that too!" wrote a YouTube user.

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While this netizen exclaimed, "You look like me! Or also, every Malaysian Chinese teenage girl."

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"You dress like a Malaysian but you still walk like a Japanese. Slow down a bit," joked another user.

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Ini Antara 6 Best 'Frozen Food' Yang Anda Boleh Dapatkan Di Pasar Raya Berdekatan

Tidak dapat dinafikan, makanan sejuk beku yang sedia dimakan atau frozen food merupakan alternatif terbaik untuk anda dapatkan sebagai hidangan makan malam atau tengah hari

Mana tidaknya, hanya panaskan 10 hingga 20 minit di dalam microwave atau air fryer, makanan kegemaran anda semua sedia untuk dimakan. Hal ini memang sangat memudahkan mereka yang hidup bujang dan juga mereka yang tidak tahu memasak.Kini, sudah ada pelbagai pilihan makanan makanan sedia dimakan sejuk beku yang dijual di pasaraya. Banyak sangat, sampai kadang-kadang kita rambang mata nak memilih. Kalau anda tak tahu nak beli yang mana, di sini kami senaraikan enam best frozen food yang anda boleh dapatkan di pasar raya berdekatan. Jom check it out list di bawah!

1. Simplot French Fries

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Siapa sahaja yang tidak sukakan french fries bukan? Ia memang best kalau dapat makan sambil layan movie. Masuk air fryer 15 minit je dah sedia untuk dimakan. Lebih menarik, ramai yang cakap rasa french fries ini persis rasa french fries dari restoran makanan segera terkenal McDonald's.

2. Lotus's Extra Spicy Fried Chicken

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Siapa sangka ayam goreng yang menggunakan pelbagai cara hendak membuatnya kini sudah boleh dinikmati dalam masa tak sampai 20 minit. Frozen food dari jenama Lotus's memang banyak yang sedap-sedap tetapi yang paling best mestilah yang ini. Anda suka makan makanan yang pedas? Jika ya, anda memang wajib beli ayam goreng dari jenama ini.

3. CP Mexican Spicy BBQ Chicken

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Jika anda sukakan sesuatu kelainan, anda perlu try Mexican Spicy BBQ Chicken daripada jenama CP ini. Rasa manis dan masin yang sangat balance, atau dalam erti kata lain ia memang secukup rasa. Makan sahaja tanpa cicah sos pun dah sedap tau.

4. Figo Cheese Seafood Fish Tofu

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Kalau anda selalu pergi makan steamboat atau oden di Family Mart, anda mesti akan familiar dengan cheese tofu ini kan? Kini anda tak payah susah-susah beli oden kalau teringin nak makan cheese tofu, beli sahaja frozen cheese tofu ini anda dah boleh makan sepuas hati.

5. Pacific West Tempura Calamari Rings

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Jenama ini merupakan pilihan terbaik untuk anda yang gemar makan sotong goreng tepung. Sangat jimat dan berbaloi kalau beli dalam bentuk frozen sebegini. Jika dibeli di restoran tom yam ia boleh mencecah sehingga RM10 sepinggan.

6. Kawan Four Cheese Pizza

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Kalau hari-hari makan pizza, memang boleh susut duit belanja kerana harganya yang mahal. Jika anda mahukan pizza yang murah dan rasanya yang sedap, anda boleh cuba frozen pizza dari jenama Kawan ini. Harganya serendah RM7 sahaja!

Haa best atau tak frozen food yang kami senaraikan ini. Tunggu apa lagi jom serbu supermarket berdekatan!

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[VIDEO] Nanny's Husband Charged For Sodomising & Killing 9-Month-Old Baby In Kelana Jaya

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Earlier today, 12 May, a 36-year-old man was charged at the Petaling Jaya Magistrate's Court with sodomising and killing a nine-month-old baby who was under the care of his wife, a babysitter, last month

The accused, Mohamed Badruldin Mohamed, was charged with two counts before Magistrate Muhammad Iskandar Zainol

According to the charge paper, Mohamed Badruldin, who is unemployed, had murdered the baby boy at a low-cost flat of PPR Lembah Subang in Jalan PJU 1A/42, between 8am and 3.30pm on 27 April.The first charge was framed under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which carries a mandatory death sentence.No plea was recorded from the accused after the first charge was read to him before Magistrate Muhammad Iskandar as the case is under the jurisdiction of the High Court, reported Malaysia Gazette.Meanwhile, the second charge was framed under Section 377C of the Penal Code for committing carnal intercourse against the order of nature without consent.He pleaded not guilty to the sodomy charge, which carries a maximum of 20 years in jail and whipping.

An unrepresented Mohamed Badruldin was not allowed bail

Magistrate Muhammad Iskandarand has set 15 June for mention of his case.Meanwhile, the accused only looked down, when he was brought to the courtroom this morning with his hands cuffed under police escort, in an attempt to avoid photographers from taking his photo.

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Police investigation has revealed disturbing details about the case:

                Investigation Reveals Disturbing Details In The Sodomy & Murder Of 9-Month-Old Baby In PJ

The toddler was sodomised by his nanny's husband, who forced a blunt object into the baby's anus and covered the mout...

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This Pop-Up Store In Sabah Sells Bizarre Ice Cream Flavours Like Asam Laksa And Kimchi

For all you adventurous foodies out there, we've got something to awaken your taste buds...

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... a savoury, sour, and spicy flavoured Asam Laksa popsicle! :D

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Yapp Khin Enn, together with her brother, Yapp Shin Enn, and their friend Jude Limus are the founders behind Pops and Pints, an up-and-coming ice cream company that was launched in August last year.

Based in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, the trio make these bizarre ice cream creations at home and deliver them to various cafes and events throughout the city

"Desserts don't always have to be sweet, so that was how we kinda got started with experimenting with the Asam Laksa flavour," they told SAYS.

If you're wondering, yes, those are real chillis in the popsicle!
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It all started when Khin Enn, who was previously studying in Australia, began experimenting by cooking different food. "There were so many things I wanted to eat but it was too expensive to eat out, so I started experimenting and making my own food."Then when I got back to Malaysia, the weather was so hot that I couldn't stand it, so I tried turning all those ideas into cold food," she told NSTP.

Drawing inspiration from Malaysian food and ingredients, Pops and Pints make a variety of quirky popsicle flavours, like this one made of goji berries

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Some of their other flavours are kimchi, smoked beef brisket, and Wasabae, which is a mix of avocado and a hint of wasabi

Popsicle prices range from RM5-RM8, while their pints sell for RM18-RM28.They currently take orders online and sell the ice creams at various cafes, although they hope to open their own store soon.

Smoked beef brisket ice cream
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A yoghurt ice cream covered in nuts, oats, raisins, and goji berries.
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If you're in Kota Kinabalu, Pops and Pints ice cream can be found at Joe Sun, Crack Inc. café at The Walk Riverson, and Ampersand Coffee Shop.You can check out their Facebook and follow their Instagram here.

Know anyone who would be totally game to try these flavours? Tag them in the comments section below!

If you're an ice cream lover, check out these other spots:

                Tom Yam & 10 Other Unique Ice Cream Flavours You Need To Try Right Now

So many flavours, so little time.

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                This Durian Park In KL Has Musang King Ice Cream Bars, Tasting Platters And More!

Durian coma in 3...2...1...

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Govt Debunks Claim That Weekly Float Prices Will Cause Petrol Supply To Run Out By 1 Jan

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng announced on Monday, 24 December, that fuel prices will revert back to a float system beginning 1 January

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng.
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"The current automatic pricing mechanism (APM) will be replaced with a weekly review in the current trend of declining global oil prices, to allow users to enjoy quicker price reviews," Lim said, reported theSundaily."Hence, the retail price of petrol is expected to drop beginning Jan 1, 2019. And if the declining trend of prices continues, then fuel prices will be reduced each week."

Following the announcement, the Bumiputera Petrol Dealers Association of Malaysia (Bumipeda) president warned that fuel supply might run dry by New Year's Day if the government reverted back to the float system

Bumipeda president Datuk Abu Samah Bachik.
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Bumipeda president Datuk Abu Samah Bachik claimed that most petrol station operators will refuse to refill their fuel reserve tanks at the end of the month in anticipation of lower fuel prices next year, reported Free Malaysia Today.

In a rebuttal to Bumipeda, the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) has assured that fuel supply will not run out

KPDNHEP secretary-general Datuk Seri Jamil Salleh has since denied claims that consumers will face difficulty getting fuel, explaining that both petrol and diesel are classified as 'scheduled control items' under the Control of Supplies Act 1961, reported Malay Mail."Therefore, the government will ensure that the supply of scheduled goods is always on the market and easily accessible to consumers at all times," Jamil said in a statement released yesterday, 26 December.

Jamil also warned petrol station operators that they are obligated to comply with the terms of their license under the Control of Supply Regulations 1974, which ensures available and sufficient supply of fuel for daily sale

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He added that the licensee is also not allowed to close the station, or to discontinue the sale of petrol and diesel fuel without permission, reported Malay Mail."The failure of the station operator to comply with any of the conditions is an offence under Regulation 21 of the Supply Control Regulations 1974 and punishable under Section 22 of the Control of Supplies Act 1974," Jamil reminded.If convicted of the offence, licensees can be fined up to RM1 million, or three years' jail, or both for the first offence.For the second offence, a fine of RM3 million, an imprisonment of up to five years, or both can be imposed.

KPDNHEP will be sending officers to monitor and inspect stations from time to time to ensure continuous supply of petrol and diesel for consumers

Consumers can also file complaints against petrol stations to the Ministry through the following channels:- KPDNHEP e-complaint portal,- E-mail to [email protected],- Ez ADD KPDNHEP app, or- WhatsApp to +6019- 2794317.


"Kerja Siang Malam" - Rider Surprise Belikan Blender Untuk Ibunya Niaga Buat Ramai Sebak

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Sebagai anak yang sudah bekerja, sudah tentu menjadi tanggungjawab kita untuk membantu meringankan beban di rumah

Semestinya, kita memang gembira melihat ibu ayah kita bahagia dan tidak bersusah payah. Sudah menjadi tanggungjawab kita untuk membalas semua jasa mereka. Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video di TikTok apabila seorang rider dilihat bekerja bertungkus lumus untuk membelikan barang keperluan ibunya meniaga telah mencuri tumpuan. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @ikkyalp Semoga orderan grab gw gacor terus, biar bisa selalu bahagiain mama kek gini  #fyp #ojol   Sang Dewi - Lyodra & Andi Rianto

Gigih bekerja sambil jimat masa beli makan sebab nak surprisekan ibu

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan seorang rider merakam gelagat ibunya yang sedang berniaga menjual jus buah. Blender ibunya itu dilihat sudah rosak dan susah untuk mengisar buah. Sebagai anak, dia bertekad untuk bekerja lebih keras untuk membelikan ibunya blender baru. Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah apabila dia dilihat gigih kerja siang dan malam dan berjimat dalam bab makan untuk mengumpul duit. Setelah seharian bekerja, dia dilihat dapat mengumpul duit dan terus membelikan ibunya blender baru. Sebaik saja ibunya menerima blender itu dengan sebuah kertas ucapan anaknya itu, si ibu dilihat mengalirkan air matanya kerana terharu.

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"Ketika orang tua kita tersenyum kepada kita kerana bahagia, maka Allah juga tersenyum kepada kita" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 4M tontonan, 666K tanda suka dan 17K komen di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut sebak melihat ibunya.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Semoga kita semua boleh jadi macam abang ni, bahagiakan mak ayah kita :'D

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Okay, The Haze Is Back :(

It's that time of the year again, when we can start gearing up to say goodbye to fresh air

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So, what can we expect with forest fires raging in Indonesia this year?

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All major media channels have started reporting on the changing wind patterns that will bring in transboundary haze to Malaysia from the forest fires in Indonesia in the coming weeks

2015 Southeast Asian haze - An image of the offices in Putrajaya covered in haze on 2 September 2015
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"Now is the transitional period of the changing winds. It may hit in a week or less, depending on the constant flow of the wind bringing the haze towards Malaysia.""There is a possibility of it hitting this week if no action is taken by Indonesia to put out the fires and if the winds continue to blow towards Sarawak," said Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar yesterday, 15 August.He explained that the number of hotspots in Sumatra have increased while Kalimantan has recorded lesser hotspots as of now. Hotspots are areas with high temperature levels.  "Obviously, the (number of) hotspots changes by the day, (and) while on Sunday there was none in the Peninsula, now there are several hotspots in Peninsula today (yesterday) and none in Sarawak. Yesterday (Sunday), there were six in Sarawak," added Wan Junaidi, as reported by The Borneo Post today, 16 August.

"Under these unpredictable circumstances, it is clear that fires are burning in Indonesia but substantially less than what we saw in 2015," said Natural Resources and Environment Minister Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.

Sibu town covered in haze
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“But (it is) still too early to tell as now it is only August. Last year, it began in August (and) peaked in September and early October,” he told The Borneo Post yesterday, 15 August. The Santubong MP was asked if Sarawak could possibly experience haze should the wind direction changed in the next few days following detection of the isolated hotspots.According to the information derived from the Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre (ASMC) on Aug 14, there was presence of the monsoon rain band lying north of the Equator bringing rainfall over most parts of the northern Asean region.Isolated hotspots were detected in Sumatra and Peninsular Malaysia. The prevailing winds in the region are expected to blow mainly from the southeast or southwest over the next few days, it stated.

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With concerns raging high, a spokesperson from the Malaysian Meteorological Department assured that they are currently monitoring the situation very closely

As of last Friday, 12 August, the Meteorological Monitoring Center in Singapore detected seven hotspots in Singapore, 40 in Kalimantan and three in Sabah. "There have been sporadic fires over the past week but we are concerned about the recent spike in forest fires since smoke from these fires may soon be blown to the peninsular."We have been spared till now as the wind is blowing in a north-easterly direction. That could change if a low pressure depression moves further out," explained the spokesperson. The Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre recorded that the number of fires in Indonesia went from a dozen on 29 June to 32 on 8 August, and by 10 August, there were 87 more. The hotspots then reduced to 50 by 11 August and 36 on Saturday.

The spokesperson also mentioned that the dry weather in central and western Indonesia is expected to last for the next few months, increasing hotspot activity in certain areas

The past few decades have seen peat fires and haze becoming a yearly occurrence for Southeast Asian countries
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The Malay Mail Online reported that the region is currently experiencing the southwest monsoon season and hot and dry weather is prevalent in Sumatra and Kalimantan."The prevailing dry weather in western and central Indonesia is expected to persist over the next few months and could see increased hotspot activity in vulnerable areas. "Also this is usually the time farmers begin their slash-and-burn forest clearing. The sudden spike in the number of fires seems to indicate this has already begun," said the spokesperson, as reported The Malay Mail Online yesterday, 15 August.

What is Indonesia going to do about this annual problem?

The PSI level in Palangkaraya in Kalimantan spiked up to 2,900 to the point that the air tuned a murky yellow last year
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Indonesian authorities stressed that this year's haze will not be as bad as last year as the nation has taken all the necessary measures to battle forest fires and haze this year. "For example, the establishment of 700 villagers who are ready to combat forest fires on the ground. We also strengthened our coordination from the central government to local governors plus the involvement of private sectors," said Senior Adviser on Energy to Minister of Environment and Forestry of Indonesia Arief Yuwono on 11 August.Arief pointed out that those responsible for forest fires would be penalised severely according to the laws and regulation.

In the midst of all this, ASEAN has pledged to make the region haze-free by the year 2020

The dangerous haze levels in Malaysia last year forced Malaysian schools to close for days
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The 10 countries, which sat down to discuss the steps to ensure the goal is met, also reaffirmed Indonesia’s intention to host the Asean Coordinating Centre for Transboundary Haze Pollution Control, he added when speaking at the 2th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Asean Agreement on Transboundary Haze Pollution (AATHP) held at Grand Hyatt hotel here on 11 August.  The agreement was reached in 2002 in an effort to solve the ever-growing haze problem faced by the region. Last year, the agreement was ratified by all of Asean member states.When asked if he expected this year’s haze to be worse than the last, Wan Junaidi said he relied on Indonesia’s assurance that it wouldn’t be so.He also said Indonesian authorities had promised to deploy 3,000 military personnel to keep a look-out in areas most vulnerable to forest fires.

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Meanwhile in Malaysia, it looks like the haze has caught on in certain parts of the city. Hello old friend...

Putrajaya, 16 August 2016
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Putrajaya, 16 August 2016
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Uptown Damansara, 16 August 2016
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Kuala Lumpur, 16 August 2016
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Do you think we will be haze-free by the year 2020? Let us know what you think in the comment section below!

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Wondering why we have to breathe hazy, smoky air yearly? Read this:

                Okay, The Haze Is Back. Why Is It An Annual Thing Again?

For the past few decades, haze has become an unfortunate reality in Malaysia and from the looks of it, this nightmare...

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This is not the first time we're seeing haze in Malaysia this year. In March, Indonesia declared emergency due to forest fires in Riau:

                Expect Hazy Days Ahead As Indonesia Declares Emergency Over Forest And Land Fires

Thankfully, the haze hasn't spread to urban areas yet.

Read the full story

Now that haze is back in town, make sure you have these apps to help you get through the hazy days ahead!

                5 Apps For API Readings Because Monitoring The Haze Has Become Our Daily Ritual

With the condition not getting better anytime soon, these apps could help you monitor the API readings with ease and ...

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Singaporean Woman Who Made Racist Remarks On MRT Has Been Fired From Her Job

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A Singaporean woman who has gone viral for recording non-Chinese individuals and claiming that they harass her has been fired from her job

The announcement of the termination was made on property agency Knight Frank Singapore's Facebook page on Tuesday, 27 April.In response to CNA's enquiries on Wednesday, 28 April, Knight Frank Singapore gave a name that is similar to the name of the woman's YouTube channel. Both of which have the surname Tan.It was stated on the Facebook post that the conduct of an Associate of KF Property Network — a subsidiary of Knight Frank Singapore — was brought to the attention of the company earlier this week.It said, "The company maintains zero tolerance for hate speech and racism that threatens the foundations on which Singapore is built."

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YouTube has also taken down the channel that supposedly belongs to the woman

YouTube stated that it terminated a channel under the username Beow Tan because it violated the online video platform's harassment and cyberbullying policies, reported CNA.Several videos featuring the 57-year-old woman were posted on the YouTube channel. The news channel stated that the earliest video available on the channel was uploaded back in December 2016.It was previously reported that the channel hosted dozens of videos — allegedly taken by the woman — of people seemingly going about their day in public. Most individuals in the videos are unaware that they are being recorded, while others who notice the woman recording them show slightly bewildered expressions.The woman — who mostly doesn't say anything while recording the videos — claims in the captions of the videos that she was being assaulted or harassed by those around her.The people whom she accused and recorded are often those of Malay or Indian ethnic backgrounds.In a statement released by YouTube, a spokesperson said that, "We have strict policies that prohibit harassment on YouTube, including content that maliciously insults someone based on their race, gender expression, or sexual orientation."

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Tan's termination from her job comes after local police's investigations into an incident that took place last Wednesday, 21 April

The Singaporean woman went viral for videotaping a group of strangers in an MRT cabin and claiming that they were harassing her.Following which, netizens found a YouTube channel filled with over 25 videos of non-Chinese individuals allegedly 'harassing' her.Many netizens claimed her accusations do not hold water.

The 'Hwa Chong lady' only targeted Indians and Malays in her videos, claiming that they harassed her even though they were just going about their day:

                SG Woman Has A YouTube Channel Dedicated To Stomping Malays & Indians For 'Harassing' Her

Although the woman has over 25 videos capturing her alleged harassers, many netizens claim that her accusations do no...

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[VIDEO] Menjerit Jumpa Lipas Masa Nak Makan Mangga, Gelagat Lelaki Ini Bikin Dekah Ramai

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Kebiasaannya, jika kita sudah kenyang, kita mesti akan simpan lebihan makanan tersebut untuk dimakan kemudian bukan?

Jadi bila lapar, kita boleh saja menikmati makanan tersebut tapi sudah semestinya kena hati-hati dengan haiwan yang kerap muncul seperti lipas, tikus, semut dan sebagainya. Begitupun, baru-baru ini tular dalam sebuah video menunjukkan reaksi dua pelajar yang terjumpa seekor lipas dalam makanan telah meraih tumpuan ramai. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @oppafiq baru nak makan mangga hm #fyp #tiktokmalaysia #xyzbca  original sound  - fiq

Terjumpa lipas dalam bekas ketika nak makan jeruk mangga

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @oppafiq di TikTok, kelihatan seorang pelajar sedang merakam kawannya dengan menanyakannya di mana keberadaan bekas lebihan jeruk mangga kerana lapar. Dalam video itu, kawannya dilihat menjawab "bawah" dan menunjukkannnya di bawah katil yang diduduki olehnya. Namun, lain pula yang jadi apabila bekas jeruk mangga yang tiada penutup berkenaan dipaparkan mempunyai seekor lipas di dalamnya menyebabkan mereka ketakutan dan panik.

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"Elok la, letak kat katil member. Memang tak tidur dia malam tu" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan, kini ia mencecah sehingga 328.4K views, 41K likes dan 330 comments di TikTok.Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur dan memberikan komen yang mencuit hati mengenai kejadian tersebut. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Lipas tu dah keluar ke belum, bang?

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[VIDEO] PU Amin Nasihat Ibu Bapa Untuk Amalkan Selawat Ini Sebelum Hantar Anak Ke Pengasuh

Berikutan kes kematian Adam Rayqal yang masih lagi viral di laman sosial kini telah membuatkan ramai ibu bapa yang ragu-ragu untuk menghantar anak ke tempat pengasuh

Jika anda memilih untuk tidak bekerja dan mula untuk menjaga anak sendiri di rumah, kos yang ditanggung oleh suami akan menjadi semakin tinggi. Oleh itu, jika anda tiada pilihan lain, mungkin anda harus sentiasa ikhtiar supaya anak-anak sentiasa dilindungi oleh Allah.Seperti perkongsian video yang dimuat naik oleh PU Amin baru-baru ini, beliau telah menyuarakan tentang isu ini dan juga terkejut dengan tindakan manusia yang memperlakukan perkara sekejam itu kepada seorang bayi.Malah, beliau juga berkongsi kebaikan Selawat Tafrijiyah yang boleh diamalkan oleh ibu bapa sebelum menghantar anak ke tempat pengasuh.

Lihat video penuh di bawah:

"Ini antaran nasihat dan tunjuk ajar para ulama bagi kita semua. Amalkan bersama - sama."

    Ini antaran nasihat dan tunjuk para ulama bagi kita semua . Amalkan bersama - sama . SWIPE kiri untuk situasi terkini keluarga Adik Adam Rayqal yang mati dipercayai akibat dibunuh dirumah pengasuh . Umur baru 5 bulan . Allah Swt sahaja mengantikan yang baik untuk beliau . SELAWAT TAFRIJIYAH - Cari di Google now . Amalkan . A post shared by  PU Amin (@pencetusummah_amin) on Jul 3, 2018 at 9:31pm PDT

Selawat ringkas ini juga boleh diamalkan setiap hari sebanyak 44 kali sebelum memilih dan menghantar anak ke tempat pengasuh. Semoga dengan ayat ini, Allah akan sentiasa melindungi mereka daripada perkara yang tidak diingini.

Boleh hafal dan baca Selawat Tafrijiyah ini seperti di bawah:

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Selain itu, perkongsian PU Amin hari ini juga adalah khas untuk para ibu bapa yang menidur dan mendodoi anak setiap malam, boleh amalkan selawat ini:

    Semalam aku ada sebut tentang amalan Selawat Tafrijiyah . Amalkan dengan lagu seperti ini . Pada yang ada anak masa tidur kan anak dodoikan anak dengan selawat ini . Sekali kita baca dengan rentak nada seperti ini pasti akan tenang.. . Bacaan ini di ajarkan oleh Para Ulama di Indonesia dan diwariskan kepada guru aku di Mesir dahulu Ustaz Nazrul Nasir . Dengarkan ada ketenangan . Kadang , boleh menitis air mata.. . Semoga KITA semua DIJAGA oleh Allah Swt . Dilindung dengan kebaikan . A post shared by  PU Amin (@pencetusummah_amin) on Jul 4, 2018 at 6:41pm PDT

"Bacaan ini di ajarkan oleh Para Ulama di Indonesia dan diwariskan kepada guru aku di Mesir dahulu Ustaz Nazrul Nasir. Dengarkan ada ketenangan. Kadang, boleh menitis air mata. Semoga KITA semua DIJAGA oleh Allah Swt. Dilindung dengan kebaikan."

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Man Falls To His Death At Luxury Shopping Mall In KL City Centre

A man died after falling from a floor of a luxury shopping mall in the KL city centre this afternoon, 21 April

Dang Wangi chief district police ACP Mohd Zainal Abdullah confirmed the matter when Malay Mail reached out to him."The police are currently at the scene, and the matter is being investigated," Zainal told the news portal.

The Dang Wangi police received report about the incident at 1.52pm earlier this afternoon

According to Astro Awani, the man was declared dead at the scene.

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Photos related to the incident have since gone viral on Twitter

Astro Awani noted that a few of the security guards at the mall were seen using a cloth to cover the body.However, the mall has yet to release a statement on the incident.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness.
If you or anyone you know lonely, distressed, or having negative thoughts, please call these Malaysian hotlines:

			1. BEFRIENDERS KL24-hourContact: +603-76272929Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter2. TALIAN KASIH24-hourContact: 15999WhatsApp: +6019-2615999Email: [email protected]Website | FacebookFor a more thorough directory of resources, head over to the Malaysian Mental Health Association's website.


11 Addictive Green Tea Desserts Every Matcha Fan In Malaysia Needs To Try

1. Green Tea Butter @ Mei by Fat Spoon, Desa Sri Hartamas

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Nothing beats the simple pleasures of having a croissant with a neat little cube of butter. No wait, scratch that. THIS is the ultimate treat: warm, toasty croissant eaten with a generous dollop of this deliciously creamy homemade matcha butter! Location: Mei by Fat Spoon, 22G,Jln 27/70A, Desa Sri HartamasFor more information, check them out on Facebook.

2. Green Tea Angel Falls @ Ahoy Cafe, SS15 Subang

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This interactive little dessert is as beautiful as it is scrumptious, and comprises of a warm green tea molten cake perched on a crescent cookie. Break the cake to unleash the lush green tea lava onto the flower-strewn ice cream. Enjoy the oddly satisfying lava dripping here:

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Location: Ahoy Cafe, Subang Jaya 74 Jalan SS15/4, 47500 SelangorFor more information, check them out on Facebook.

3. Green Tea Cream Puffs @ Beard Papa's

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Can you imagine biting into a pillowy choux pastry shell only to be met with a smooth, silky green tea-vanilla custard filling? Don't even for a second think you'll be able to stop at one cream puff because spoiler alert: you won't. Beard Papa's Outlets: 1 Utama | Mid Valley Megamall | Pavilion | Johor Bahru City Square

4. Matcha Nama Chocolate Parfait @ Nana's Green Tea

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You've seen these towering green parfaits flood your news feed and for good reason - they're A-MAH-ZING! When in doubt, go for the Matcha Nama Chocolate Parfait, a delightful combination of matcha ice cream, matcha chocolate, adzuki bean paste, whipped cream topped with a drizzle of matcha syrup. Mmmmmm! Nana's Green Tea Outlets: 1 Utama | Mid Valley MegamallFor more information, check them out on Facebook.

5. Madame Signature @ Madame Waffle

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If you're a fan of green tea in Belgian waffles form, head straight for the Madame Signature: premium matcha waffle with a side of matcha gelato, accompanied by some adzuki beans, berries, and whipped cream. Oh yes!

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Don't worry if you only have time for a grab-and-go green tea snack - just have the warm Matcha Waffle on its own!Madame Waffle Outlets: 1 Utama | Sunway Pyramid | Mid Valley Megamall | The Gardens | IOI City Mall Putrajaya For more information, check them out on Facebook.

6. Green Tea Soufflé @ Franco

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Souffles are a true wonder, and this green tea version takes it to a whole other level! You'll feel so sayang to put your spoon through the perfectly crisp, sugar-dusted crust and break apart this masterpiece. Do it anyway, and you'll be rewarded with the luscious, gooey center just waiting to be popped into your mouth.

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As if the souffle is not mind-blowing enough, you'll probably notice this gorgeous little creation trying to catch your attention in the menu. That's the Matcha Pancake, and if you can resist this fluffy giant green tea pancake topped with more matcha (in ice cream and jelly form), then you're better than the rest of us. Franco Outlets:  The Curve | IOI City Mall | Pavilion | Paradigm Mall |  Mid Valley Megamall | Parkson Maju Junction | Berjaya Times Square | Avenue K | NU Sentral | Forest City Johor Bahru | | Country Garden Danga Bay JB | Alora Hotel Penang | Dataran Pahlawan Megamall Melaka For more information, check them out on Facebook.

7. O-Matcha Soft Ice Cream @TSUJIRI, Damansara Uptown

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It's a green tea fest of legendary proportions at TSUJIRI; where else can you enjoy matcha soft serve served up with with 155 years' worth of history in green tea making?

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If you're looking for something a little more extravagant than a soft serve, check out their Instagram-friendly creations, from chiffon cake parfaits to shaved ice drenched in green tea syrup. Location: TSUJIRI, 58, Jalan SS21/58, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling JayaFor more information, check them out on Facebook.

8. Matcha Lava Cookies @ Creamery Boutique Ice Cream JB

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So here's the gist: A warm giant cookie that oozes out a rich matcha lava the moment you press down the ice cream onto the cookie. You could go with the standard Thai milk tea ice cream, or add on a scoop of green tea too because you can never have too much of a good thing. Location: Creamy Boutique Ice Cream JB, 33, Jalan Austin Heights 8/3, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru For more information, check them out on Facebook.

9. Matcha Tea Shingen Pie @ Yokosuka Curry House JB

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This green tea-tinged raindrop cake is an absolute saviour on a sweltering day! Take refuge from the sun and cool down with this Japanese water mochi, served with a little matcha syrup and roasted soybean flour. Location: Yokosuka Curry House, Inner City Level 3, City Square, 80000 Johor Bahru For more information, check them out on Facebook.

10. Thai Green Tea Fried Ice Cream @ Pink Elephant, Queensbay Mall Penang

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If you've been drooling over one viral video after another of this fried ice cream, it's about time you give it a try! Not surprisingly, the Green Tea flavour is a popular choice =) Just pick your toppings (ranging from Kit Kat to popcorn to Oreos) and sauce (caramel or chocolate) and you're good to go!

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The #1 appeal of this dessert is being able to witness the magical process of liquid cream turning solid as it is "fried" on a cool pan. Isn't science awesome? Location: Pink Elephant, 3F-39 Queensbay Mall, 100 Persiaran Bayan Indah, 11900 Bayan LepasFor more information, check them out on Facebook.

11. Matcha Lava Cake @ Soul Cafe Penang

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Nothing in this world can't be solved with a serving of green tea molten lava cake, so check your 99 problems at the door and step into this photography-themed cafe for a blissful spoonful of warm matcha cake doused in matcha lava, adzuki beans and vanilla ice cream.

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Location: Soul Cafe, 12, Jalan Kek Chuan, Georgetown, PenangFor more information, check them out on Facebook.

So, which epic green tea creation is now #1 on your makan list? Let us know in the comments below!

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For times when you gotta have green tea right here right now with completely zero hassle (like putting on pants and fighting for parking), have a pack of BOH's Green Tea Latte handy!

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BOH keeps it authentic by using matcha powder specially brought in from Japan, so you can enjoy an unbelievably delicious cup of Green Tea Latte anytime, anywhere! Here's the best part: You can use it to make your own awesome green tea dessert at home! See how you can use the BOH Green Tea Latte to make some decadent Green Tea Chocolate Almond Popsicles in this recipe video:

Can't wait to try it out? Get the BOH Green Tea Latte here!


Cara Masak Kentang Putar Ala KFC Yang 'Creamy' Dan Lazat. Tips Penting Anda Perlu Tahu!

Semua orang sukakan hidangan kentang putar bukan? Hidangan ini sedap untuk dimakan dengan pelbagai juadah seperti ayam goreng dan ayam panggang. Nak ratah bersama gravy pun padu juga!

Namun, ketika menyediakan hidangan ini, mungkin anda akan ditimpa masalah seperti rasa tawar, terdapat cebisan-cebisan kentang kurang masak dalam hidangan. Malah, pernah juga kentang putar bertekstur liat.Mesti ada je yang tak kena, bukan?

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Ikuti 7 tips ini supaya hidangan kentang putar anda lebih sempurna!

1. Gunakan kentang russet atau ubi kentang yang mempunyai kandungan kanji yang tinggi

Untuk dapatkan tekstur kentang putar yang paling creamy, memang wajib guna kentang russet, atau jenis ubi kentang yang mengandungi kanji yang tinggi, seperti Yukon Gold.Ini kerana ubi kentang yang mempunyai kandungan kanji yang tinggi dapat menyerap bahan-bahan seperti krim, susu dan mentega dengan lebih baik, manakala kentang yang mempunyai kandungan kanji yang rendah akan hasilkan anda kentang putar yang bertekstur liat.

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2. Kupaskan kulit kentang terlebih dahulu sebelum merebusnya

Sesetengah orang suka menghancurkan kulit kentang ke dalam hidangan kentang putar mereka, tetapi untuk anda yang sukakan tekstur kentang putar yang lebih berkrim, anda haruslah kupaskan kulit terlebih dahulu. Ini supaya tiada cebisan kulit anda termasuk dalam hidangan anda.

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3. Masukkan garam ke dalam air rebusan kentang

Step ini penting supaya hidangan kentang putar anda tidak tawar. Anda boleh mengatasi masalah ini dengan memasukkan garam terus ke dalam air rebusan anda. Ini membolehkan anda season hidangan anda dengan lebih sekata.

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4. Masukkan kentang dalam air sebelum ia mula dipanaskan

Untuk memasakkan ubi kentang anda dengan lebih sekata, anda haruslah memasukkan kentang ke dalam air sebelum ia bergelegak. Jika anda memasukkan kentang dalam air yang sudah bergelegak, kentang anda mungkin tidak akan dimasak sehingga empuk dan akan mendapat cebisan-cebisan kentang yang kurang masak dalam hidangan kentang putar anda.

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5. Hancurkan kentang dengan sedikit air rebusan

Ketika merebus kentang, banyak kandungan kanji kentang akan terlepas ke dalam air. Dengan menggunakan sedikit air rebusan dalam proses menghancurkan kentang, ia dapat memasukkan semula kanji ke dalam hidangan anda untuk mendapatkan anda kentang putar yang lebih fluffy.

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6. Gunakan butter dan krim yang room temperature

Anda harus menggunakan bahan tenusu seperti mentega dan krim yang room temperature supaya kentang dapat menyerapkannya dengan lebih baik.

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7. Jangan campurkan kentang putar anda terlalu banyak

Ini adalah perkara yang dianggap salah ketika memasak kentang putar. Sebenarnya, anda seharusnya kurangkan proses penghancuran kentang. Ini kerana jika kentang dihancurkan dengan berlebihan, kandungan kanji kentang akan hilang. Kehilangan kanji kentang juga akan membuat hidangan kentang putar anda liat dan tak enak untuk dimakan.

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What's The Deal With KLIA2 And When Will It Be Ready?

Who Says AirAsia Is Refusing To Move To KLIA2?

AirAsia group CEO, Tony Fernandez
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"We will move. All we are asking for is a delay. So everything is checked and through. Up to this day the CCC is not out," Fernandes said, referring to the certificate of completion and compliance (CCC).

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But the main point is we wanted a low cost terminal and safe and secure terminal. All we wanted was a terminal which would make it cheap for consumers and on time. MAB HAVE FAILED ON BOTH," he added. "It took us two months to do it before in LCCT. We need more time. I find it hard to believe that an airport that has delayed a terminal by three years and cost increase from (RM) 2 billion to 4 billion has so much credibility.

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“AirAsia also believes that the operational readiness and airport transfer (ORAT) period for a transfer to support the size of AirAsia’s operations would be substantially more than the two months prescribed by Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), which in our opinion is unrealistic and overly-optimistic,” AirAsia chief executive officer Aireen Omar added.

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On the concerns raised by AirAsia over the security at KLIA2, MAHB senior general manager (operations services) Datuk Azmi Murad said the KLIA2 was more secured than the current LCCT as it would implement a commonly-used passenger processing system by SITA -  the world's leading service-provider of integrated IT business solutions. He said it was AirAsia, which refused to use the SITA system, commonly used by airport operators and preferred by all airlines, as it was insisting on using the manual check-in system.

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak says AirAsia must move to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (KLIA2) as scheduled on May 9. "As a Government, we must look at why they are reluctant to move but what I want to stress is for them to have a dialogue with the government, namely MAHB, to find a solution in the interest of both parties. "If they've made a statement refusing to move, it seems like an arrogant statement but if they say they have a reason and they want to negotiate with the Government, I feel this is more suitable," he told Malaysian journalists.

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"I have seen many funny stories, but this takes the cake. A museum and a spa. Aware of the museum. An idea to get kids interested in aviation. Spa not aware," Fernandes said in comments written in The Malaysian Insider today.

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LCCT To Close By 9 May 2014

LCCT to close by 9 May 2014
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The Low-Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT) will be closed by May 9, 2014 to facilitate the opening of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2), said Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Abdul Aziz Kaprawi.

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Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Abdul Aziz Kaprawi said the KLIA2 will begin operation as scheduled on May 2, involving four airlines. He said the first flights to operate from the new airport will be Cebu Pacific, Malindo Air, Tiger Airways dan Tiger Air Mandala.

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He said the public will also be given opportunity to visit the KLIA2 on its Open Day, the first day of its operation. “We hope AirAsia will also move to KLIA2 in that week as we will be closing the LCCT a week later,” he said after officiating Airport Cities World Conference and Exhibition at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Tuesday. “We will also move all the other government agencies like Immigration and Customs Department to the KLIA2,” he added.

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5 Feb: Hishamuddin Says KLIA2 Must Be Opened As Promised, Or Else…

Acting Transport Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein assured today that the klia2 will open as scheduled on May 2, dismissing a newspaper report that there were serious doubts on the opening date of Asia's biggest low-cost air terminal.

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On Jan 13, Acting Transport Minister Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Hussein said the low-cost terminla, klia2 was 98 per cent complete, and remained on track for the May 2 opening.
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"I am going to find out who is the main obstruction in this, and when I do, I will not hesitate to show them up and take action...I just want to ensure that this national project is not faced with any obstruction which can jeopardise it," he told reporters in Putrajaya today.

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"I will hold those who had promised the government that they can complete klia2 by May 2 to their word, and the quality and safety of this project will also not be compromised," he said.

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The Opening Of KLIA2 Was Recently Delayed Again After Two-Thirds of The Building Failed Fire And Safety Standards

According a statement from MAHB, Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd, the Sepang Municipal Council and the Fire and Rescue Department inspected the building in the last week of January and found that 65% of the main terminal did not comply with fire and safety standards.

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There were cracks in a sewerage pipe outside the terminal, and parts of the road and drainage are not fit for use. The authorities' recommendation is essential for the issuance of the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC).

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KLIA2 in progress
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KLIA2 in progress
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KLIA2 in progress
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KLIA2 in progress
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On 13 Jan 2014, Acting Transport Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein Said The Airport Was 98% Complete

Acting Transport Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein had said that the government is “cautiously confident” about meeting the May 2 operational deadline for the KLIA2, while reiterating that the total construction cost will not exceed the RM4 billion mark.

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“The project is now 98% complete and all parties are working hard 24/7 to meet the deadline,” Hishammuddin said at a press conference at the site. He had said the project was expected to receive the CCC – given by the architects, engineers and building draughtsman registered with the Board of Architects Malaysia – by the end of the month.

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The Main Contractor, UEMC-Bina Puri Joint Venture Had Earlier Assured That It Would Hand Over The Terminal Building Or The CCC To The Airport Operator By 13 Jan 2014

The Star reported that this potentially signals another delay in the opening of Asia’s biggest low-cost air terminal scheduled for May 2 after almost a year of delays.

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“All efforts are being taken to support UEMC-Bina Puri JV towards the completion of the terminal building to enable the opening of klia2 on May 2, 2014.’’

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In an exchange filing yesterday, 4 Feb 2014, MAHB announced that it has yet to receive the CCC for the KLIA2 terminal building from UEM Construction Sdn Bhd-Bina Puri Sdn Bhd joint venture (UEMC-Bina Puri JV), which was scheduled for Jan 31.

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Lembah Pantai MP Nurul Izzah Said Hishamuddin Must Explain How He Concluded That KLIA2 Was 98% Complete When There Are Several Defects In The Main Terminal Building

PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar said today that she plans to table a “parliamentary reform” agenda, which would include a proposal to create a special panel on issues concerning fiscal policies, defence, domestic and international trade.

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A parliamentary select committee (PSC) should be formed to investigate various issues surrounding the delay, costs and safety standards of KLIA2, PKR has said.

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Nurul said the further delay of KLIA2’s opening as well as its failure to comply with fire and safety standards had put Hishammuddin Hussein in the spotlight, “The minister must explain to the public why he made the statement, which contradicts the findings of government agencies which examined the building,” Izzah said in a statement today.

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She added that in July 2013, the people were shocked by an announcement by the Deputy Transport Minister that construction costs had ballooned from RM2 billion to RM4 billion.

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KLIA2 At Sepang Is Malaysia's New Budget Terminal That Was Previously Scheduled To Be Ready 28 June 2013

Costing around 4 billion Malaysia Ringgit, the KLIA2 was scheduled to be opened in 28 June,2013. But due to construction delay, the new KLIA2 terminal is now being scheduled to be opened on 2 May 2014.

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Proposed design for KLIA2
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The KLIA2 is built to be Malaysia's Next Generation Hub - International Airport Hub - that allows seamless connectivity for both local and international low-cost plus full-service carriers.

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It Is Meant To Cater To The Explosive Growth In Low Cost Travel And Designed To Cater 45 Million Passengers A Year

The new KLIA2 terminal is measured to be at least 257,000 sqm, with 60 gates, 8 remote stands, 80 aerobridges, plus a retail space of 32,000 sqm to accommodate 225 retail outlets.

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Yes, It Will Replace The Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT) Once Opened

Kuala Lumpur International Airport’s newest terminal is the world’s largest purpose-built terminal for low-cost carriers. Once opened, it will replace the Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT) currently in operation.

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KLIA2 Has Got Its Own Facebook Page

KLIA2 Facebook Page
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And Kind Of Looks Like A Gigantic Airplane If You Were A Bird Looking Down

Model of KLIA2
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But Looks A Leeeetle Like Coruscant In "Star Wars" From The Side

KLIA2 model
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Coruscant in Star Wars
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More Of KLIA2's Design And Proposal In PHOTOS:

Internal layout for KLIA2 design and proposal
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KLIA2 design and proposal
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KLIA2 design and proposal
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KLIA2 design and proposal
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KLIA2 design and proposal
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[REVIEW] Hands-On With The Honor 3C Lite. Should You Get One?

Recently, we were given the chance to get our hands on the Huawei Honor 3C Lite, the successor to the Honor 3C. After playing around with it for a while, here's what we think of the phone:

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Packaging and unboxing: 4/5. We got to say, we love the packaging of the box. It's compact, small and the turquoise-ish colour is a refreshing change from the bland black or white boxes.

Inside the box, you'll see the standard manual, the charger and the phone. What was interesting is that inside the box is the removable battery, which is always a plus. The only thing that was slightly disappointing was the lack of headphones but that could be easily rectified with over the counter headphones of your choice.

The packaging of the box.
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Design: 4/5. Compared to the predecessor, the Honor 3C Lite is more ergonomic and comfortable on the hand. While we would have preferred it to come in a single tone colour, the combination of black & white does make the phone stand out.

Design-wise, the Honor 3C Lite remains slightly the same, featuring the same rounded plastic backside Honor 3C. Although it may be slightly slippery to hold, it still feels comfortable in the hand. On the side of the phone lies the power and volume buttons. The charging slot is as usual on the lower bar while the headphones hole is at the top bar.

The full specs of the Honor 3C Lite-1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6582 processor - 1GB RAM 16GB storage + up to 32GB microSD  - 5-inch IPS display (1280 x 720 pixel resolution, 294 ppi) - 8MP rear camera (LED flash, autofocus, f/2.0 wide aperture, 5P optical lens) + 2MP front camera - 72.3 x 142.2 x 9.4mm | 156g supports Dual SIM (3G + 2G), WiFi b/g/n - Bluetooth 4.0 features AirSharing 2000 mAh battery  - Android 4.4.2 + Huawei Emotion UI 2.0- Available in black and white

The 3 capacitive buttons on the front of the phone.
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The top of the phone which has the 3.5mm headphone jack
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At the bottom lies the charging port.
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On the right side of the phone lies the volume rocker and the power button, which is just below it.
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Display: 4.5/5. The Honor 3C Lite comes with a 5″ HD 720p display, which basically means you get to watch videos in high definition with clear, crisp colours.

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Operating System and Integration: 3/5. The Honor 3C Lite comes pre-installed with Android 4.4.2. However, this is on top Huawei Emotion 2.0 UI, a skin of Android that closely resembles to iOS.

Although it comes with Android 4.4.2, it uses the Huawei Emotion UI 2.0 which is more simple to use but lacks the full customisation of Android. However, that is easily solved with launchers you can download on the Google Play store. The interface is more slick, with no hangs or lags during our usage, something that was prevalent with the Honor 3C.

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Performance: 3.5/5. The Honor 3C Lite is powered with a MediaTek processor and is suited for everyday use. Gaming wise, 3D-heavy games does not work as well but if you're just playing games like Angry Birds, this phone does the job.

Powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6582 processor, 1GB RAM and fairly large 16GB storage, the smartphone supports Dual SIM slots, 3G and has a 2000 mAh battery to keep everything going.

Performance is surprisingly good though, and while simple we found the Honor 3C Lite to be mostly capable with our benchmarks it is also capable with games and apps as well. For our benchmarks, it delivered an AnTuTu score of 18813, beating out the Honor 3C which scored 17132.

The benchmark of the phone, the higher the score, the better.
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Storage and Battery: 4/5. TThe Honor 3C Lite doubles up by giving a generous 16GB worth of storage. However, should you require more, you can always expand the storage with a microSD card. On the battery side, the phone lasts around a day, which is excellent for today's standards.

The storage is much bigger on the Honor 3C Lite. They really improved on this aspect as it comes with 16GB worth of storage, which is double that of the 8GB in the Honor 3C. The Honor 3C Lite is also compatible with the Huawei TalkBand B1 smartband. Connectivity is fairly smooth on 3G with a stable connection for the most part.

Battery life was another surprise as Huawei Malaysia lists it at 24 hours on moderate use but on fairly heavy use (non-stop camera and video usage, browsing, social media, some gaming, some video editing) the Honor 3C Lite lasted around 1 full day and a half.

Camera: 3.5/5. While the camera works really well on the outdoors, with shots coming out clear and detailed, it's a different story during nighttime with its pictures coming out slightly grainy. We're also really bummed that the front camera has been dropped to 2MP when the Honor 3C had 5MP.

Camera performance was surprisingly good and while the 2MP front camera no longer offers panorama or groufie shots, both cameras deliver fast autofocus and work well in low-light conditions. The audio does sound a bit tinny but again it is enough for the job.

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Sample shots from the Honor 3C Lite
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Sample shots from the Honor 3C Lite
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Sample shots from the Honor 3C Lite
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Sample shots from the Honor 3C Lite
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Price: 5/5. Well, if there's one thing we want you to know after reading this article is the price. With all the goodness packed in it, it's a steal at RM449! This shows that a phone can be affordable and (reasonably) good at the same time.

At just RM449, this is such a steal for anyone looking for a phone on a budget. Sure, there are other budget phones out there but we've not seen any that offers almost the same value for the specifications you're getting. It may not be the best phone shooter, or the best in terms of performance, but it does trounce competition within the same price category.

Overall: 3.9/5. If you're looking for a phone that does not dent your wallet, this phone is for you. For the price, you get a phone with great performance coupled with a good camera.


What Tun Mahathir And 11 More M'sian Politicians Used To Do Before They Entered Politics

1. Tun Mahathir Mohamad, current Prime Minister, served as a doctor in government service and set up his own practice shortly after

Mahathir (left) and his then-future wife Siti Hasmah during his graduation from King Edward VII College of Medicine.
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In his childhood, Mahathir started selling coffee, pisang goreng, and other snacks when schools closed during the Japanese occupation of Malaya during WWII. He went on to study medicine at the King Edward VII College of Medicine in Singapore, where he met his future wife, Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, a fellow medical student. Upon graduation, worked as a doctor in government service. He returned to Alor Setar in 1957 to set up his own practice and subsequently began to invest in various businesses following the success of his practice.

2. Dr. Wan Azizah, current Deputy Prime Minister, served as a government doctor for 14 years

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Dr. Wan Azizah served as a government doctor for 14 years after graduating from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland as a qualified ophthalmologist (she was also awarded a gold medal in obstetrics and gynaecology. When her husband, Anwar Ibrahim, was appointed Deputy PM in 1993, Dr. Wan Azizah decided to focus on volunteering work. She became a patron of the National Cancer Council (MAKNA) during that period. Dr. Wan Azizah took her first steps into politics following the dismissal and arrest of her husband in 1998. A key figure of the fledgling Reformasi movement, she helped establish the Parti Keadilan Nasional in 1999 and subsequently became the party's first president.

3. Lim Guan Eng, current Finance Minister, used to be a senior executive at a bank

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Lim Guan Eng graduated from Monash University in Australia with a bachelor's degree in economics and by 1983, had become a qualified professional accountant. Although he has always had an interest for politics, he embarked on a banking career and worked his way up to the position of a senior executive. But it wasn't long before he followed his father Lim Kit Siang's footsteps. In 1986, Lim Guan Eng was elected MP of Kota Melaka after defeating Soh Chin Aun with a majority of 17,606 votes, and was subsequently re-elected in the 1990 and 1996 general elections.

4. Anwar Ibrahim, founder of Parti Keadilan Rakyat and former Opposition leader, has been an active political activist since his days as a student

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As a student in Universiti Malaya, Anwar was the President of the National Union of Malaysian Muslim Students (1968 - 1971) and a pro tem committee member of the Angkatan Belia Muslim Malaysia (1971). In 1974, Anwar was arrested during student protests against rural poverty and hunger in Baling, Kedah. He was imprisoned under the Internal Security Act for 20 months in the Kamunting Detention Centre.Following his release, Anwar was selected to represent Asia Pacific for the World Assembly of Muslim Youth (1975 - 1982) and co-founded the International Institute of Islamic Thought in the US in 1981. Anwar officially began his governmental career when he joined UMNO in 1982, then led by Tun Mahathir Mohamad, who became prime minister in 1981.

5. Khairy Jamaluddin, former Minister of Youth and Sports, has written for major publications like The Economist and Wall Street Journal

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After completing his tertiary education at Oxford University and University College London for his bachelor's degree and master's degree respectively, Khairy had a brief stint at The Economist as a correspondent for the magazine's foreign news department. Upon his return to Malaysia, he served as a presenter on ntv7's now-defunct political talkshow 'Dateline Malaysia'. He has also written for major publications such as Time and The Wall Street Journal. Khairy joined the office of Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, then the Deputy PM, as a Special Officer. He quickly rose among the ranks of UMNO under Abdullah's prime ministership from 2003 to 2009, and was subsequently elected as MP of Rembau in 2008. Prior to his parliamentary career, Khairy was involved in several football associations and even served as the Vice-President of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) frrom 2007 to 2010. He also teamed up with radio DJ Jason Lo to produce 'MyTeam', a football-based reality show.

6. Najib Razak, former Prime Minister of Malaysia, used to work for Bank Negara and Petronas

Najib Razak (standing, second from right) with his parents at siblings.
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After graduating from the University of Nottingham in England with a bachelor's degree in industrial economics, Najib returned to Malaysia in 1974. He served briefly at the Bank Negara and later worked for Petronas as a public affairs manager. However, his stint in the business world did not last long. Following the death of his father Tun Abdul Razak in 1976, Najib was selected to run for the parliament seat left vacant by his father. He won the election unopposed, becoming a Member of Parliament at the very young age of 23, and has held on to the Pekan seat 'til today.

7. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, current UMNO president, was a prominent figure in the banking industry and several commercial corporations

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Before venturing into politics, Ahmad Zahid was a banker for OCBC, and also served as one of the directors of Bank Simpanan Nasional (1995 to 1998) and Permodalan Nasional Berhad. He was also a marketing executive for Amanah Saham Nasional Berhad, executive director for Scandinavian Motors Sdn Bhd, CEO of Kretam Holding Berhad, chairman of Tekala Corporation Berhad, chairman of Seng Hup Berhad and Pengerusi Ramatex Berhad, and chairman of Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (1999).

8. Rafizi Ramli, vice president of PKR, is a chartered accountant and used to work for Petronas and Pharmaniaga

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Though Rafizi Ramli studied Electrical Engineering at the University of Leeds (he was awarded a scholarship), he first worked for an accountant firm in the UK while taking professional papers to qualify as a chartered accountant under ICAEW at the same time. He returned to Malaysia in 2003, where he started working for Petronas until 2009. He went on to become the general manager of Pharmaniaga in August 2009, before being appointed as the Chief Executive of the Selangor Economic Advisory Office, a position he held until July 2012.

9. Azmin Ali, current Minister of Economic Affairs, taught mathematics while he was working on his master's degree

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While working on his master's degree in Education at the Univesity of Minnesota, Azmin Ali taught modern and additional mathematics. He also attended an executive training programme at Oxford University. He started working for Anwar Ibrahim, then a Minister in Mahathir's Barisan Nasional government, in 1987 and served as his personal secretary throughout Anwar's tenure as Deputy Prime Minister.

10. Azalina Othman Said, MP of Pengerang, was a lawyer and also hosted several TV talkshows

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Azalina Othman started her law career as a legal assistant at Messr Raja Darryl & Loh law firm from (1988-1989, 1991-1994). She went on to become an associate partner of Azalina Chan & Chia law firm (1994-2001) and with Messrs Skine (2001-2002). Prior to her involvement in politics, she also hosted various television talk shows such as 'Dateline Malaysia' and 'Lidah Pengarang' on ntv7, discussing political, economic, and social issues. She also holds the 7th dan (7th degree senior) in taekwondo.

11. Ibrahim Ali, president of PERKASA, was a student activist and founded the Kuala Lumpur Polytechnic

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He was arrested and detained under the ISA after joining a student protest against rural poverty and hunger in Baling, Kedah in 1974 (the same one Anwar Ibrahim was arrested for). When he was released in 1976, he was invited alongside Anwar to attend the World Assembly of Muslim Youth. Though he was offered jobs by then Information Minister Tun Ghazali Shafie to be an information attaché at the UN and by then Finance Minister Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah to work for Petronas, he turned them down in favour of setting up the Kuala Lumpur Polytechnic, a private professional school for external courses, in 1978.

12. Tun Abdul Razak, second PM of Malaysia, spied on the Japanese army on behalf of the Askar Wataniah Pahang

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When Yeop Mahidin established the Pahang Reserve Force (Askar Wataniah Pahang) during the Japanese occupation of Malaya in WWII, he recruited and instructed Abdul Razak to join the Japanese-controlled Malaya Public Service to be the resistance force's eyes and ears. As Yeop proceeded to recruit 200 men to train them as a guerilla force (Force 136), Tun Abdul Razak had gained the Japanese confidence, and he was elected as the assistant to the District Officer. In that position, he was privy to confidential details of the Japanese army's movements, which he then passed on to Yeop. The Wataniah and Force 136 launched several successful ambushes, and the Japanese began to suspect that there was an inside man among their ranks. Fortunately, Yeop was able to extract Tun Razak from the hornet's nest by orchestrating a "kidnap". After the war, Abdul Razak left for Britain to study law and subsequently received a law degree in 1950 and qualified as a barrister at Lincoln's Inn in London.


This Malaysian Built 'SELangkah' Overnight To Help With Contact Tracing In Selangor

If you've been out to the mall, restaurants, or public places recently, you've probably had to scan a QR code for contact tracing

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While it may seem like a hassle to scan a QR code every time you enter a store, these efforts in contact tracing have helped the government control the spread of COVID-19 in Malaysia and flatten the curve.For residents in Selangor, you'll be familiar with the iconic red and yellow SELangkah QR codes, now widely used across many merchants in the state.

Dr Helmi Zakariah, part of the Selangor Task Force for COVID-19, first came up with the idea for SELangkah after the sudden announcement of the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) on 1 May

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Dr Helmi was trained professionally as a medical doctor and public health practitioner, and worked with the Ministry of Health until 2017. Since then, he's been running his venture in Digital Epidemiology and been on the panel for WHO Working Group of AI Application in Outbreak since 2019. When COVID-19 reached Malaysia, he was invited by the Selangor state government to join their task force for the pandemic.

"The SELangkah solution was an impromptu idea, right after the government announced that they will reopen the country on 4 May for CMCO," said Dr Helmi

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"We had been considering different ways of e-tracing, from GPS, Bluetooth, to telco networks. But once we heard about CMCO, we knew people would start moving around, so we needed to gear up our development.""So I decided to go back to the basics of getting people to register when entering a premise - similar to when you visit a friend at their condominium. The only difference was making it digital and more efficient, both for the visitor and MOH personnel who would be tracking the register logs.""That's how SELangkah and the simple QR technology came about. After building the system overnight, I sent the prototype to the state government, telling them this was the quickest, easiest way to make contact tracing cheap, replicable, and scalable. By 5 May, the system was up and running and businesses across Selangor started using it," Dr Helmi added.

Since then, the SELangkah system has registered over 20 million logs in just slightly over a month

A closer look at how SELangkah traces COVID-19 patients along with their close and casual contacts.
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With the large amount of data, SELangkah relies on machine learning algorithm to sift through the data and identify people exposed to the COVID-19 virus.Out of over 20 million total logs, SELangkah has managed to trace 36 COVID-19 patients and 1,250 exposed individuals, who might have otherwise been missed. The system can even hone in to different districts to trace individuals - for instance, one district in Selangor had 173 exposed individuals.According to Dr Helmi, "When it comes to contact tracing, it's no longer about how big the number, but how precise the number is among the sea of data. Being able to identify 173 individuals out of 20 million logs is no small feat, it's like finding a needle in the haystack."

If you want to learn more about the SELangkah system, check out this detailed explanation by Dr Helmi below:

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For businesses who want to implement SELangkah, all it takes is three simple steps.STEP 1: Go to www.selangkah.mySTEP 2: Print the QR code and display it at the entrance of your premiseSTEP 3: Ensure visitors scan the QR code before enteringWhenever a visitor scans the QR code, their name, phone number, and timestamp will be registered into the SELangkah system. In the event of a positive Covid-19 case, the Ministry of Health will access the log, then notify the affected premises and individuals affected.

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[SHARE] Things You Should Know About MH17 National Mourning Day On Friday

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The Malaysia Armed Forces are now transferring the remains of the victims from the aircraft to hearses at the Bunga Raya Complex.
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On Friday, 22 August, Malaysia will observe the national day of mourning to commemorate the victims of the MH17 disaster

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Malaysia today declared Aug 22 as its national day of mourning, as the country expects to receive the first batch of remains of Malaysian victims aboard flight MH17 on the same day.

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The first batch of the 20 out of 43 Malaysian victims will return home on Friday and is expected to arrive at KLIA at 10am

The aircraft bringing the remains from Amsterdam is expected to arrive at the Bunga Raya Complex of the airport at about 10am.

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The Bunga Raya Complex ground will be the location of the first honour ceremony handled by the MAF for civilians. Aug 22 has been declared a Day of National Mourning.

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The flight will also carry the remains of one Dutch citizen who had previously expressed his wish to be buried in Malaysia

The flight will also carry the remains of one Dutch citizen, who will be buried here at the request of the victim’s family. On the request by the family of the Dutch citizen, Muhyiddin said he was made to understand that the victim was born in Malaysia and it was the victim’s wish to be buried here.

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There will be a brief ceremony involving the Malaysian Armed Forces as a mark of respect for the fallen

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Upon arrival, the remains of each victim will be carried off the plane by members of the Malaysian Armed Forces and placed in a hearse during a brief ceremony to be organised as a mark of respect for the fallen.

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At the end of the ceremony, one of the victims will be flown by C130 military transport to Sarawak while three others will be flown using Nuri helicopters to their respective home towns as it would take too long to transport by conventional means.

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A moment of silence will be called between 10.45am and 11.15am, before the remains of the victims are sent to their respective home towns

Shabery said the moment of silence will be called any time between 10.45am and 11.15am, before the remains of the 20 victims are sent off to their respective home towns or villages for burial.

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“We ask the nation to stand together, be it in schools, or in shopping centres... even cars should stop during the moment of silence," Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek said at a press conference today.

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After the moment of silence, the bodies will be sent out to their waiting families using the Hercules C130 military transport plane for those from Perak and Sarawak and the new EC725 military helicopters for those from other states in the Peninsular.

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Traffic at these landmarks across the country will be put on hold during the minute of silence

Shabery said they have also set several locations across the country where traffic will be put on hold during the minute of silence.
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Even the skies above KLIA will be silent for two minutes when the special aircraft flies in with the remains of the victims

There will be no movement in the skies above the KL International Airport (KLIA) for two minutes when the special aircraft flies in with the remains of several Malaysian victims of the Flight MH17 tragedy on Friday.

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Department of Civil Aviation director-general Datuk Azharuddin Abdul Rahman said all other aircraft would be observing two minutes of silence then, he told Bernama.

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"Usually, KLIA will be busy at that time. However, the two minutes of silence will not adversely affect air traffic movement or the flight schedules," he said.

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All forms of entertainment programmes on radio and television would be postponed

On that day, all forms of entertainment programmes on radio and television would be postponed and replaced with recitation of the Quran as well as religious programmes.

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“Of course other channels like the sports channels can continue with their programmeming, but we have asked all to stop their broadcasts during the minute of silence,” the minister said.

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All radio and television stations have been asked to broadcast the ceremony live

He said all radio and television stations have been asked to broadcast the event live, and urged all Malaysians to tune in so they will know when the moment of silence is called. “We have asked that there not be any heavy entertainment programmes in the morning.

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Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) will broadcast live the ceremonial honours for the flight MH17 tragedy crash victims at the grounds of the Bunga Raya complex, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 7.30am Friday. RTM radio channels, namely NasionalFM, TRAXXfm, AiFm and MINNALfm will also cover the event.

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Flags across the country will be flown at half-mast

Flags across the country will be flown at half-mast.
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In a statement, it said the Malaysian flag across the country would be flown at half mast while all entertainment-related events on that day would be postponed.

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People are advised to wear dark-coloured clothing

It also advised people to wear dark and sombre-coloured clothing which was not too bright or gaudy.

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Netherlands held their national day of mourning on 23 July 2014. See how time came to a stand still:

                [PHOTOS] See How Time Came To A Standstill In Netherlands In Honour Of MH17 Victims

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