Hasil Lukisan 3D Nampak 'Real', Kucing Ini Sampai Menjilat Ingat Ikan Betul

Kucing adalah haiwan peliharaan yang sering membuatkan sesiapa saja cair bila melihatnya

Lebih-lebih lagi apabila melihat anak kucing kerana tubuhnya yang kecil dan sangat comel.Pemilik haiwan ini pasti tahu bagaimana perasaan memelihara haiwan comel ini. Ada saja gelagat mereka yang mencuit hati.Lain pula dengan kisah seekor anak kucing yang diberi nama Mai Mai ini apabila mencuri perhatian ramai baru-baru ini.

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Teruja tengok lukisan 3D yang diingat makanan betul

Anak kucing yang berasal dari baka British Shorthair itu dipelihara oleh seorang lelaki warga China.Videonya mula tular dan membuatkan ramai terhibur apabila melihat telatah kucing berkenaan.Menerusi sumber, Mai Mai kelihatan sangat teruja apabila melihat gambar makanannya iaitu seekor ikan.

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Sampai menjilat gambar ingatkan ikan betul

Apa yang lebih melucukan anak kucing itu menyangka itu adalah ikan sebenar sehingga menjilat gambar tersebut dan merasainya.Difahamkan pelukis yang dikenali sebagai Mr. Ling itu sudah melukis lukisan 3D sejak 8 tahun yang lalu.Hasil lukisan yang ditonjolkannya juga nampak sangat realistik sehingga mengelirukan anak kucing tersebut.

Video berkenaan juga menunjukkan kelihatan Mr. Ling mula melukis ikan tersebut dan setelah selesai, Mai Mai datang dan berdiri di depan gambar tersebut.Pada mulanya Mai Mai dilihat hanya berdiri di depan gambar tersebut namun selepas itu dia mula menjilat lukisan 3D itu yang disangka makanan untuknya.

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Comel je anak kucing ni ingat makanan betul ya. Rupa-rupanya lukisan :)

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Pernah Beritahu Nak Jadi Guru, Wanita Terkejut Jumpa Bekas Kekasih Kerja Di Kedai RM2

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Setiap pasangan bercinta pasti mahukan hubungan mereka berakhir di jinjang pelamin betul tak?

Iyalah setelah sekian lama bersama pasti mahu sesuatu yang indah. Tapi, ia semua terpulang kepada takdir masing-masing.Apa perasaan anda jika terjumpa kembali dengan bekas kekasih anda? Mestilah terkejut betul tak? Tambahan lagi, jika dulu macam-macam janji bersama.Sama seperti wanita ini yang terkejut melihat bekas kekasihnya yang sedang bekerja di kedai RM2 telah mendapat perhatian ramai.Lihat video itu di bawah:

  @mek_siti97 Tiba2 hati sy sayu tegok keadaan awk..xpelah la awk rezki ALLAH tu luas..sy sndri pom tgh struggle   bunyi asal - Bby  - Ayang awak

Dulu pernah berjanji nak kejar cita-cita jadi guru

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang wanita berkongsi situasi semasa dia terserempak dengan bekas kekasihnya di sebuah kedai RM2.Difahamkan, mereka dulu pernah berjanji untuk mengejar cita-cita bersama sebagai seorang guru. Wanita itu juga memberitahu dia juga sedang berusaha dalam kehidupannya."Terserempak ex form d ulu-dulu. Saya ingat lagi masa kita couple kita berdua pernah berjanji sebelum kahwin kita akan kejar cita-cita nak jadi seorang guru. Tapi tak sangka terjumpa awak dekat kedai RM2.40. Takpelah saya doakan awak berjaya dunia dan akhirat," tulisnya.

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"Tak apa, yang penting tahu nak bekerja. Tak kisahlah kerja di mana" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pelbagai reaksi mereka mengenainya.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 1.2M views, 41.8K likes dan 2,938 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Penang Hawker Puts Up White Flag After Selling Off Washing Machine And Fans To Survive

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Desperate due to the hardships of life and the burden of debts, a Penang hawker put up a white flag in his yard to ask for help

This caught Bukit Mertajam member of Parliament (MP) Steven Sim's attention on Tuesday, 29 June. He tweeted yesterday, 30 June, that he was informed of Ah Soon's plight via a Facebook message.Not only did Ah Soon lose his salary, the debt has also increased. Ah Soon told Sim that his house rent, motorcycle, electricity, and water bills have not been paid for four to five months. "Ah Soon also had to sell off his washing machine and fans to buy food," Sim said.

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According to Sim, Ah Soon wants to do business again but is at a dead end due to the Movement Control Order (MCO)

"In tears, Ah Soon said, 'It's okay, I just want to go. It's not that I don't try, but every time I open a stall, it's MCO'," Sim tweeted.However, the MP told Ah Soon not to give up. "Life goes up and down, hope remains," Sim said.Sim then promised to pay for all of Ah Soon's rent debts as well as electricity and water bills.He also helped the hawker open up and set up a new stall immediately and took the responsibility to pay the rent of the stall until the end of the year.

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Most recently, Sim shared a photo of Ah Soon lowering his own white flag as his stall picks up business

Earlier today, 1 July, Sim tweeted details of Ah Soon's new stall.According to Sim, Ah Soon sells all types of food, including duck rice, pork ribs rice, char hor fun, bee hoon, and many more. Sim also added that Ah Soon's stall is non-halal but hopes that Muslims can help spread the news to their non-Muslim friends to support Ah Soon's business. The MP also promised to buy 50 packs every day this week from Ah Soon to distribute to the poor as an encouragement, to which Ah Soon said he will provide a discount as his contribution to the poor.Ah Soon's stall is located next to the Caltex petrol station on Jalan Kulim in Taman Sentosa, Bukit Mertajam. It is front of Mee Ketam Haji Mohamad and a famous Chinese coconut drink stall. It is open daily from 11am to 7pm, except on Fridays.

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Recently, Malaysians launched the #BenderaPutih movement to help people who direly need it:

                #BenderaPutih: Here's What You Need To Know About The 'Rakyat's Movement' Caused By MCO

SAYS speaks to the person who created the poster, and who is also believed to have started the #BenderaPutih movement.

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[ALERT] Flash Floods To Hit The West Coast. How Do I Survive The Water?

While Malaysians are rallying to deal with the worst floods since 1971, the Malaysian Meteorological Department has released further warnings that flash floods will also hit the west coast

Current situation in KL. Heavy rain. Becareful people. #PrayForMalaysia #InfoBanjirKL pic.twitter.com/fy7lX3oQRY— ted mosby (@queazizz) December 25, 2014

On 26 December, Dr. Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip, senior meteorological officer, said states in the west coast were expected to experience flash floods due to the short periods of rain there. He said the forecast was based on the movement of the prevailing North-East Monsoon, as per a Bernama report.

In the east coast, situation is becoming more intense with one 14-year-old girl drowning and several others disappearing in the current. Things are expected to worsen in the west coast with the constant rain.

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Below, we are listing down 12 quick tips on how to survive and cope with floodwaters:

1. DO NOT underestimate the power of water

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It happens during most major flooding episodes: Someone tries to ford the waters in their car, only to see the car whisked away.For one thing, it's hard to judge how deep the water is from afar.And secondly, even relatively shallow water is powerful in mass quantity and when moving fast.Don't make the mistake of thinking your heavy car will pass right through it—nearly half of flood-related deaths happen because of cars. And especially don't attempt to walk through it yourself.

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2. During a flood, DO NOT walk through moving water

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As little as 6 inches (15 centimeters) of moving water can make you fall. If you have to walk in water, wherever possible, walk where the water is not moving. Use a stick to check the firmness of the ground in front of you. Do not drive into flooded areas. If floodwaters rise around your car, abandon the car and move to higher ground if you can do so safely.

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3. Follow the flash flood warnings and take the time to move all electrical and delicate items you can carry to the higher levels of your home. Do it, don't ignore!

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4. Turn off utilities at the main switches or valves if instructed to do so. Disconnect electrical appliances.

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5. Before the flood hits, if possible, make sure to park your car in a multistorey carpark. Leave it there for a few days until the water subsides.

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6. If a flood is likely in your area, keep a close watch of information and update announcements through radio, TV, or social media

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7. In case flood is imminent, pack all important items, including your medication and documents, in case you need to evacuate from your home. Remember, more than 100,000 have been evacuated in the east coast!

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8. Pack all your items in air-tight bags. Condoms serve as excellent waterproof covers for items like matches, lighters and mobile phones.

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9. To protect your pets, place them in a float, and always near you. Watch them so they don't jump!

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10. Whatever happens, DO NOT touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water!

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11. Before your house is completely submerged, empty your bowels and bladder. Pee in a bottle, and please don't let go into the water, it's dirty. Also make sure not to drink excessively.

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12. Remember that flash floods can come without warning, and sometimes even on a sunny day. Be alert and heed all warnings and recommendations from officials.

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The danger is real, two areas in Klang had been flooded last night after continuous downpour

Assistant director (Operation) Mohd Sani Harul said as of 11 am, the situation was under control with no evacuations.Among the affected areas were Jalan Datuk Abdul Hamid, Taman Sentosa, Kampung Budiman, Persiaran Hamzah Alang, Batu 5, Jalan Meru and Jalan Paip in Meru.

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Elak Jadi Mangsa Scammer, 'Semak Mule' Dulu Sebelum Anda Buat Pembelian Online

Orang ramai khususnya pengguna dalam talian dinasihatkan menggunakan portal dan aplikasi 'Semak Mule' bagi memeriksa akaun bank dan nombor telefon yang digunakan sindiket penipuan

Menurut sumber, Ketua Polis Negara, Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani berkata, aplikasi berkenaan mula diperkenalkan pada Januari 2019 dan boleh dimuat turun menerusi telefon pintar."Polis mengambil inisiatif membangunkan aplikasi mudah alih Semak Mule untuk membolehkan masyarakat semak akaun bank dan nombor telefon yang mempunyai rekod jenayah secara sahih."Masyarakat boleh akses aplikasi ini di mana jua mereka berada untuk membuat semakan awal sebelum mereka menjadi mangsa penipuan," katanya.

Kes hanya diselesaikan di pejabat sama ada di balai polis, mahkamah atau pejabat tanah dan bukan dengan panggilan telefon

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Jelas beliau lagi, orang ramai digesa untuk sentiasa berhati-hati dengan modus operandi penjenayah siber itu.Hal ini kerana pada 2019 sahaja, sebanyak 28,508 kes penipuan atas talian dilaporkan dengan jumlah kerugian mencecah RM2.4 bilion direkodkan oleh Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM).Selain itu, pihaknya juga tidak menggunakan panggilan telefon dengan orang awam untuk menyelesaikan apa saja urusan berkaitan dengan akaun, tangkapan ataupun kes.

Cara check nombor akaun scammer melalui aplikasi dan portal Semak Mule

Tidak ramai orang tahu kewujudan portal PDRM ini yang berada di bawah Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Komersil (JSJK).Bahagian JSJK ini, dalam Bahasa Inggerisnya dipanggil Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID).CCID portal atau Semak Mule ini membolehkan seseorang buat semakan penipuan yang berkaitan dengan:Nombor akaun bankNombor telefon

Berikut di bawah adalah cara membuat semakan nombor akaun bank scammer yang ada dalam pangkalan data PDRM:

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Pergi ke portal Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Komersil PDRM di sini: http://ccid.rmp.gov.my/semakmule/Pilih bahasa yang ditawarkanUntuk memudahkan urusan, boleh pilih Bahasa MelayuUntuk semak nombor akaun bank, masukkan nombor akaun bank yang anda ingin buat semakan penipuan onlinePastikan pilih kategori akaun bankMasukkan captcha seperti gambar di sebelah kiriPastikan masukkan captcha terkini kerana nombor dan abjad akan berubah-ubahKlik semak maklumatMaklumat berkaitan dengan scammer akan dipaparkanJika tiada, maklumat berikut akan dipaparkan:Tiada Report Diperolehi (Walau Tiada Report Diperolehi, Ini Tidak Bermaksud Selamat, Sila Berwaspada)

Ini pula cara membuat semakan nombor telefon scammer yang ada dalam pangkalan data PDRM:

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Pergi ke portal Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Komersil PDRM di sini: http://ccid.rmp.gov.my/semakmule/Pilih bahasa yang ditawarkanUntuk memudahkan urusan, boleh pilih Bahasa MelayuUntuk semak nombor telefon, masukkan nombor akaun telefon yang anda ingin buat semakan penipuan onlinePastikan pilih kategori nombor telefonMasukkan captcha seperti gambar di sebelah kiriPastikan masukkan captcha terkini kerana nombor dan abjad akan berubah-ubahKlik semak maklumatMaklumat berkaitan dengan scammer akan dipaparkanJika tiada, maklumat berikut akan dipaparkan:Tiada Report Diperolehi (Walau Tiada Report Diperolehi, Ini Tidak Bermaksud Selamat, Sila Berwaspada)

Orang ramai yang ingin menggunakan aplikasi ini boleh memuat turun Semak Mule di platform Google Playstore.

Elakkan jadi mangsa scammer, berhati-hatilah di dalam membuat urusan pembelian dan pembayaran di online!

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[NANDINI SAYS] Things Malaysians Do On New Year's Eve

Did you guys know that people in South American countries select the colour of the underwear they wear on New Year's Eve based on their wishes for the new year?

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Yellow for prosperity, red for love, blue for good health... I think, if you want it all macam aku, pakai multicoloured underwear je terus! Senang.

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I, on the other hand, always end up spending NYE at home, wearing whatever underwear, and low-key freaking out about the new year while most Malaysians are out and about, watching fireworks and hanging out in shopping malls...

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Oh, speaking of fireworks, if you're looking for a cool new spot to watch it on NYE, head over to Sunway City. Festivities start at 9pm on the 31st of December.

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More details here.

Happy New Year, guys! <3

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Here Are The Details Of The 45 Charges Zahid Has Been Slapped With Involving RM114 Million

Earlier today, 19 October, UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi was charged with a total of 45 charges of criminal breach of trust, money laundering and abuse of power involving over RM114 million

Justice Azura Alwi set the bail at RM2 million, which she allowed being paid in two instalments - RM1 million today and the remaining to be paid before 26 October.The UMNO president posted the first instalment, RM1 million, of his total RM2 million bail amount and walked out of the court complex within two hours of being charged.

Here's a breakdown of the 45 charges against Zahid

27 charges are for money laundering that falls under Section 4 of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001. 10 charges for criminal breach of trust (CBT) that falls under Section 409 of the Penal Code, with remaining eight for receiving gratification that falls under Section 16 of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009.No sitting UMNO president has ever been charged in court, making Zahid the first.

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Here's a breakdown of the amount involving RM114 million

RM71.97 million under money launderingRM20.79 million under CBT, andRM21.25 million in gratification as Home MinisterWhat stands out among these the most are the eight charges of bribery involving the RM21.25 million, which Zahid is said to have pocketed in return for projects given out to private companies while he was in charge of the Ministry of Home Affairs from 2013 to 2018. The alleged corruption took place from July 2016 to March 2018.It took about 55 minutes for the total charges to be read out as Zahid stood in the dock.

Finally, the details and of the 45 charges:

27 Money laundering:RM3.8 million as a fixed deposit on 27 May 2016.RM3 million as a fixed deposit on 14 June 2016.RM4.6 million as a fixed deposit on 14 June 2016.RM3 million as a fixed deposit on 16 June 2016.RM9,350,265.21 as a fixed deposit on 13 July 2016.RM5,460,361.14 as a fixed deposit on 21 July 2016.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 29 August 2016.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 13 September 2016.RM1.2 million as a fixed deposit on 7 November 2016.RM619,680.70 as a fixed deposit on 6 January 2017.RM3 million as a fixed deposit on 9 January 2017.RM1.2 million as a fixed deposit on 17 January 2017.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 15 February 2017.RM1.2 million as a fixed deposit on 14 April 2017.RM6 million as a fixed deposit on 28 April 2017.RM8,348,040.90 as a fixed deposit on 11 May 2017.RM1.8 million as a fixed deposit on 17 August 2017.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 10 October 2017.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 17 November 2017.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 20 December 2017.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 17 January 2018.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 14 February 2018.RM700,000 as a fixed deposit on 20 March 2018.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 20 March 2018.RM600,000 as a fixed deposit on 11 April 2018.Money laundering by ordering the conversion of RM6,885,270.20 in cash into 30 cheques to be used for fixed deposits between 29 March 2016 and 15 July 2016.Money laundering by purchasing two bungalows in Mukim Kajang, Hulu Langat, Selangor for RM5.9 million on 9 January 2017.

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10 Criminal Breach of Trust involving Yayasan Akal Budi (YAB):RM537,513.64 from YAB between 13 January 2014 and 23 December 2014.RM38,070.49 from YAB between 19 February 2014 and 29 October 2014.RM107,509.55 from YAB between 22 January 2015 and 23 September 2015.RM708,134.47 from YAB between 27 January 2015 and 21 August 2015.RM3,914.84 from YAB on 20 March 2015.RM17,953,185.21 from YAB between 23 June 2015 and 28 June 2015.RM30,635.80 from YAB on 9 July 2015.RM100,000 from YAB on 20 August 2015.RM1,300,000 from YAB on 23 November 2015.RM54,168.99 from YAB on 11 January 2016.

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8 receiving gratification (bribery):Zahid is said to have pocketed a total of RM13.5million as the then home minister in bribes from Mastoro Kenny IT Consultant & Services in return for helping the company obtain MyEG projects.Zahid as Home Minister accepted an RM250,000 cheque on 15 July 2016He accepted 13 cheques worth RM8million between 7 December 2016 to 5 January 2017.He accepted 10 cheques worth RM5million on 8 February 2017.As the then Home Minister, Zahid is said to have pocketed a total of RM6million from Datasonic Group Berhad's director Chew Ben Ben in bribes, which allowed Datasonic to win a direct tender contract from Home Ministry to supply Malaysian passport chips.He accepted an RM5million cheque on 26 April 2017.He accepted another RM1million cheque on 26 April 2017.Zahid is also accused of receiving a total of RM2million in bribes from Profound Radiance Sdn Bhd’s director Azlan Shah Jaffril, resulting in the company being appointed as the operator for running migrant visa One Stop Centres (OSC) in Pakistan and Nepal.He accepted an RM300,000 cheque on 3 August 2017.He accepted an RM1million cheque on 9 January 2018.He accepted an RM700,000 cheque on 15 March 2018

Meanwhile, Justice Azura has set 14 December as the next date of mention and has ordered Zahid to surrender his passport

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                Zahid's Daughter Slams 'Silent' Reformasi Figures Who Were Arrested Along With Him In 1998

She claims Reformasi "champions" are now silent on her father's arrest.

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                A Company Linked To Ahmad Zahid Allegedly Exploited Nepali Workers In A RM185 Million Scam

600,000 workers were affected over the last five years.

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Malaysia's Record Of Exploiting And Mistreating Migrant Workers Is Under Global Scrutiny

A series of reports by British daily The Guardian has sparked interest on the dark side of Malaysia's electronics industry

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The articles that were published yesterday, 21 November, spoke of modern-day slavery in Malaysia, while our country puts itself on the world map as a key player in the global manufacturing and trade of advanced electronics, at the cost of migrant workers. Foreign workers who were recruited to work in the industry have become the driving force behind Malaysia's electronic boom, but they continue to work and live in the most oppressive conditions.

The Guardian journalists have uncovered some of the most horrifying facts from their investigations following allegations of abuse

Migrant workers are forced to live in the worst living conditions.
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Most migrant workers came to Malaysia on the promise of a good salary and steady work but were cheated instead. Their pay is way below the minimum wage amount and work hours are extremely long to repay the huge recruitment debts that they took on to enter the country.  "We feel terrible because we have a big loan to pay back. You have to work for three years just to pay it off," a worker told The Guardian. The workers claimed that people who tried to voice out dissatisfaction have suffered either through physical beating or were transferred to a worse place.

Not only are these workers deceived about their pay but they are also forced to work and live with very little freedom:

1. Their passports were confiscated  2. They had to pay large fines if they wanted to return to their home country before the end of their contract  3. They had been forced to work 14-hour shifts 4. They had been forced work with restricted toilet breaks On top of these, the workers' residence were overcrowded as it was noticed that one particular hostel was filled with "14 men crammed into one mouldy room". It was reported that the group of men "shared one broken toilet and two shower cubicles, which opened directly onto a cooking area with a single gas cooker".

Migrant workers at electronics companies have often lamented about their predicaments that have been widely publicised by the media

The recent articles by The Guardian investigated the lives of migrant workers working for Panasonic and Samsung, two of the world’s leading electronics brands. According to the reports, these workers were duped by their labour supply company. "I wouldn't have come here if I had known the real conditions and salary. I was manipulated," a man reportedly said.“[The labour supply company in Nepal] are using the name of Samsung to cheat people," another worker was quoted as saying by The Guardian. "We have been cheated, but we don't want others to be cheated."

Both Samsung and Panasonic have vowed to get to the bottom of the issue

"We are currently conducting on-site investigations of labour supply companies we work with in Malaysia and the migrant employees hired by these companies. If any violations are uncovered, we will make immediate corrective actions and moving forward we will suspend our business with companies that are found to be in violation," a spokesperson from Samsung was quoted as saying by The Guardian.Similarly, Panasonic too issued a statement and said that it has launched a probe into the matter and that it will not tolerate breaches of its CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) policy and declaration."Panasonic will conduct a full investigation into the claims made by the Guardian. We are taking these allegations very seriously and if, in fact, we discover that one of our suppliers has violated such laws or regulations, we will ensure and require them to take necessary corrective action immediately," it said.

Over the last few years, Malaysia has been slammed under the limelight for ill-treating migrant workers, being named one of the worst nations to work in

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Malaysia was named as one of the worst nations to work in, according to a report by the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) in 2014.  Similarly, a comprehensive study by Verité, a global NGO that monitors labour standard compliance, in that same year revealed that one out of three migrant workers were working in Malaysia under conditions of forced labour. "This work has led us to conclude that forced labour in this industry is systemic and that every company operating in this sector in Malaysia faces a high risk of forced labour in their operations," Dan Viederman, chief executive of Verité, told The Guardian in 2014.

Malaysia will continue to be under public scrutiny as other nations pressure the country to implement measures to ensure the wellbeing of migrant workers

As pointed out by The Guardian, Malaysia is one of the 12 nations that has signed the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA) which "theoretically prohibits the use of child and forced labour, and promises to combat the trade in goods made by forced labour both inside and outside of TPPA". However, it is still unclear what laws will be amended and enacted in order to ensure that Malaysia complies with the standards set should this agreement materialise.  As this issue has been widely documented across Malaysia and beyond by human rights and labour groups, the world will be observing how the nation will respond to the matters concerning the use of child and forced labour.


Now You Can Use Boiling Hot Water To Easily Charge Your iPhone And Other Devices

BioLite, a company that uses thermoelectric technology to build advanced stoves for outdoor adventures, has designed a kettle that can charge your phone with just some water and a flame

The KettleCharge just needs water and a flame to provide electricity
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BioLite has made it a mission to combine cooking things with charging gadgets. Already known for a series of camping stoves that can power up your smartphone, the company has now moved into the realm of the humble water kettle, transforming it from a container that whistles on your stove top to a gadget that can juice up a tablet.

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The kettle has a thermoelectric generator built into its base and uses a difference in temperature to produce electricity

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The water acts as the cool side of the equation and the flame is the hot. As the water begins to boil, electricity is produced and sent to the power handle, providing 10 watts of usable power. That’s enough electricity to charge a phone, or even a tablet, as fast as a wall outlet could.

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Since it works with any stove, it can be used at home or when you're out in the wilderness

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The handle doubles as the charging station, letting you tap into 10 watts of power through a USB port. An LED monitor tracks temperature and the amount of charge generated, and it warns you if the kettle is getting too hot or running dry.

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As the KettleCharge is designed to take camping, it's a bit slimmer than a standard kettle

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It's just under 3 inches tall when the handle is folded and weighs 2 pounds. It holds three cups of water, which should cover you for a small tea party, but might be a bit slim if you enjoy making gallon-size cups of coffee.

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A USB extender helps to keep your precious electronic devices at a safe distance from the heat of the kettle.

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The KettleCharge is available for preorder for USD149.95 with a ship date scheduled for September 2014

It could become a hot commodity for people who are into disaster preparedness, campers who already have a favorite camp stove, and kitchen gadget aficionados who are excited about replacing their old kettles with something more high-tech.

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The dashboard lets you know when it's ready to charge.
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WATCH: How the KettleCharge works:


[VIDEO] This Young Man Went On A Journey To Rediscover Malaysia. Here's What He Learned

Pretty sure we've all done some form of cuti-cuti Malaysia around the country before

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Most of us would definitely have visited the historical monuments in Melaka, or stayed in one of the many beautiful beach resorts around the country. We're also familiar with all the attractions that our hometowns have to offer.

But have you ever thought of exploring the lesser known sights of Malaysia?

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That was what motivated Meel, a young Malaysian, to go on a journey of rediscovery

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Meel is a filmmaker and part-time coach who decided to travel around the country to see the other side of Malaysia. He would film his journey, and published each of it under a vlog series titled 'MeelAsia'.

He went on a road trip with some friends to find the best durians in Malaysia

Spend A Day The Malaysian WayWhat a way to spend a day, Malaysia style! Durian with friends, and discovering nature. Time to plan a mini roadtrip!Posted by SAYS on Thursday, 26 April 2018

Because we love durians so much, we'd travel just for them.

And explored the amazing Sapi Island in Sabah, too

Sabah And Its WondersHow beautiful is Pulau Sapi in Sabah?Posted by SAYS on Wednesday, 2 May 2018

Another great place for some vitamin sea!

Check out the full 'MeelAsia' vlog series on YouTube for more breathtaking, fun, and adventurous trips around Malaysia


Malaysians Criticise Skit Explaining Cooking Oil Price Hike By Keluarga Malaysia

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Keluarga Malaysia, which is under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, posted a 44-second skit style video on their social media accounts in an attempt to explain the recent oil price hike

The skit involves two men having a conversation about the oil price hike at what appears to be a restaurant table on a dock.The discussion begins with a man in a beige cap lamenting the current oil price hike and asking the other man, "Did you know oil prices rose?""Hey bro, wait a minute, don't [say] oil prices are rising out of nowhere. Let me explain first," responded the man wearing sunglasses."Cooking oil prices are not rising, just that subsidiary programmes were repealed. This happened because a lot of smuggling and embezzlement happened," he explained.

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He goes on to explain that the subsidiary programmes were supposed to end by August 2021

However, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Keluarga Malaysia was concerned with the families that were affected, hence the subsidies were extended until June of this year."Now that the endemic phase has ended, the government sees no reason to continue these subsidies," he added.The video ends with the man in the beige cap saying, "Weh, thanks for explaining it to me. I'll go buy one box of cooking oil right this instant."

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The video garnered around 365,000 views on Twitter with over 1,400 quote retweets. Many netizens criticised the video production and the quality of the actors hired for the skit

Netizens pointed out that the acting in the skit was very unnatural and that the actor in the sunglasses was apparently reading off a script.One Twitter user commented, "Even if you want an act, find la a more natural [actor]. This one looks at a script. Such fools. Why blindly waste money like this? How much were these actors paid? Which agency are they from?""Even if you wanted quick content, at least find an actor that knows how to cheat. The tactic of wearing sunglasses is so Windows 95. Content creators that do acting content including myself, are embarrassed to see this. We're unwilling to cheat by reading a script like this," wrote another user.

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There were also many users who were bewildered by the quality of the video production, with many making comparisons to a last-minute video produced by college students.

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Watch the video here:

Minyak masak menjadi bahan bualan kebelakangan ini akibat kenaikan harga. Nak tahu Kenapa minyak masak naik harga, jom tonton! pic.twitter.com/sPxAgGibdW— Keluarga Malaysia (@MyKeluargaMsia) July 11, 2022


Good News For Workers In Malaysia As HR Ministry Set To Rise Minimum Wage To RM1,500

In line with Pakatan Harapan's GE14 manifesto, a new minimum wage will be implemented in the next two months confirmed Human Resources Minister M. Kulagesaran on Thursday, 19 July

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According to New Straits Times, the minister said that the National Wage Consultative Council (MPGN) completed its review on the matter and will be submitting its findings to the government soon."If there is no hindrance, the new minimum wage order will be gazetted in one or two months," he said.

A minimum salary of RM1,500 will be standardised nationwide and will be put into action in stages

The minister said that some factors will be taken into consideration including the socio-economy factor like the consumer price index, productivity growth rate, employers' capability in salary payment, unemployment rate, and poverty threshold income."Apart from that, views from all quarters through a tactful approach that balances the interests of employers, workers and the government will also be put into consideration," he said, adding that the minimum wage will also be reviewed every two years.

In addition, Kulagesaran said that the new rate would not differentiate workers based on their nationalities

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The minister said that government's view on both the local and foreign workforce would be based on several aspects including the Equal Remuneration Convention (No 100), which states that "the minimum wage policies must not discriminate workers based on their nationalities."

These are some of the promises that have since come to past in Pakatan Harapan's 100-day manifesto:

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It applies to all loan defaulters earning less than RM4,000 a month.

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                It's Official - GST Set To Zero From 1 June Onwards

Not fake news this time, folks!

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Did You Know: The First Agong's Name Can Be Found On Your Ringgit Notes

Money, money, money - it's something we use everyday but rarely think about, except to lament that we don't have enough of it

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But that's all going to change. We've discovered something really fascinating about our beloved Ringgit. Get ready to have your mind blown, everyone!

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At first glance, this is just another RM1 note. But there's one fine detail that many have not noticed - our first Agong's name is somewhere on the note!

What, where?!

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Facebook page Himpumnan Gambar Lawak posted a series of images which shows the Agong's name inked on the Royal Headdress.The post has since gone viral on social media, with over 3,500 shares.

Still can't see it?

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Yup, it's right there!The figure on the Malaysian Ringgit is none other than our first Agong - Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong Pertama Almarhum Tuanku Abdul Rahman ibni Almarhum Tuanku Muhammad.Tuanku Abdul Rahman of Negeri Sembilan was elected first Yang di-Pertuan Agong or Paramount Ruler of Independent Malaya on 3 August 1957 for a five-year term. His Majesty began his reign as YDPA on 31 August 1957 and was officially installed on 4 September 1957. His Majesty had been the ruler of Negeri Sembilan for 24 years before being elected as the first Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

It's not just the RM1 note! The name can be found on RM5, RM10, RM20, and RM100 notes as well.

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Strangely, the name is nowhere to be seen on a RM50 bill

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Now this is one random fact that you can use to impress your friends in the next yumcha session! :)

More interesting and mind-blowing facts about our country:

                15 Random Facts About Malaysia To Impress Your Friends With In Your Next Teh Tarik Session

Did you know that we are home to the longest insect in the world?

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[VIDEO] "The Real Sadness" - Keluar Air Mata Jantan Bila Tahu Kucingnya Dah Tak Bernyawa

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Kebanyakan orang memiliki kucing untuk dijadikan haiwan peliharaan di rumah

Mana taknya, kucing bukan saja comel, malah kucing merupakan haiwan kesayangan Nabi. Tambahan lagi, gelagat kucing yang pelbagai ragam itu tidak pernah membuatkan tuannya bosan. Malah, kucing telah menjadi kawan atau sebahagian daripada sesebuah keluarga itu.Namun, tular video di Twitter baru-baru ini tentang seorang pemuda menangis kesedihan akibat kucing kesayangannya mencuri tumpuan netizen.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

Pencinta kucing hadir  the real sadness  serious bekaca mata aku ;) pic.twitter.com/ZGaU4zSZFx— udejerr #savePalestine (@muhipppppp) May 22, 2021

Menangis teresak-esak sebab kucing tidak lagi bergerak

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @muhipppppp di laman Twitternya, kelihatan seorang lelaki yang dipercayai adik kepada @qilaistheone sedang menangis kesedihan disebabkan kucingnya sudah tidak bernyawa.Apa yang membuatkan netizen sebak adalah apabila dia tidak berhenti menangis dan kelihatan gelisah apabila kucingnya itu tidak bergerak. Walaupun telah dikejutkan banyak kali, kucing itu tetap tidak menunjukkan sebarang reaksi. Kemudian, mereka sekeluarga membawa kucing tersebut ke pusat veterinar terdekat untuk diselamatkan. Malangnya, kucing yang dikenali sebagai Pak Tam itu tidak lagi bernyawa akibat racun tikus. Lelaki itu kemudian membawanya pulang ke rumah untuk ditanam. Semasa dalam kereta, dia tidak berhenti mengusap kucingnya sambil menangis kesedihan.

part 2 pic.twitter.com/lUFiKdWQrc— udejerr #savePalestine (@muhipppppp) May 22, 2021

last pic.twitter.com/gfPB67dXWb— udejerr #savePalestine (@muhipppppp) May 22, 2021

"Cat lover here, i cry, rest in peace Pak Tam" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati bahawa rata-rata netizen turut merasa sedih dan bersimpati kepada pemuda itu. Malah, ramai juga yang berkongsi pengalaman mereka apabila kucing kesayangan mereka mati.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video ini mendapat 15K retweets, 4K quote tweets dan 20K likes di Twitter. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara perkongsian daripada netizen di Twitter:

Sedihnya. Teringat masa Mochi mati bulan puasa haritu. Takde sakit pon, mati mengejut jumpa depan pagar dah kejung. Mulut keluar darah, maybe termakan racun. Semoga kita jumpa lagi okay Mochi baby  pic.twitter.com/5eKFYkP2LE— Sya  #Freepalestine (@syvvvv) May 22, 2021

i feel you bro. my cat just died 2 days ago, tak tau punca apa tapi mulut dia berbuih. kucing hi hidup tak sampai setahun lagi and also dia ada tinggalkan 4 ekor anak kucing comel yg baru saja dilahirkan  pic.twitter.com/46VTM8VoxZ— shfeeq (@shafiqlovatics) May 22, 2021

I feel u bro. Baru jadi kat aku juga haritu  Time si oren mati, si putih tu duk berkeliaran je dekat kawasan oren tu disemadikan. Esok petangnya pulak, si putih tu mati juga  Taktau sebab apa diorang mati hmmm pic.twitter.com/z0wY32sjW9— Z̶ (@fredholu) May 22, 2021

Kucing aku mati masa lahirkan anak dia, memang sedih :') pic.twitter.com/WuYK1bBSOl—  (@HafizalJabar) May 22, 2021

I feel u bro, kucing aku mati kena langgar dgn jiran sebelah rumah, kena langgar time dia tgh tidur, kucing aku mmg ada masalah pendengaran jadi dia tk dgr if something loud approach dia, tapi jiran aku takda masalah penglihatan . Btw, my cat name is Ken  pic.twitter.com/V2xymJEVSa— ασмιηє (@dnyasyraff_) May 22, 2021

orang kata kalau kucing termakan racun kena bagi air kelapa , sebab macam boleh kurangkan kesan racun tu . alhamdulillah , kucing aku selamat tapi kucing aku masih terkesan sebab racun tu— nazz  (@nzllrdzn) May 22, 2021

aku menangis teruk sebab ni je,only orang yang bela kucing je faham benda mcamni. Sambil tengok video sambil imagine mcam mana kalau kucing aku yg mati time tu,allahu— queenlisa (@aainanurlisa_) May 22, 2021

Yeahh. Lepas habis tengok video ni terus rasa nak peluk sekoq sekoq kucing diya yang ada. Rasa taknak dorang pegi walau sorang suka cari pasal. Sedih sampai sumbat sumbat hidung — Diyaa  S.A.B.E.L.L.A  (@HeyDiyaa) May 22, 2021

Dah tengok sedih bongok dah nangis 3 kali—  (@Waninordin__) May 22, 2021

Whoever in this video, i hope you’re strong. Saya yang tengok ni pun menangis apatah lagi awak semua yang menghadapinya. Semoga tabah selalu — m  #FreePalestine (@sayakanamirah) May 22, 2021

Allahu, yang tengok pun dah sedih dan sebak :'(

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What Happened After Lim Guan Eng Was Arrested By MACC

Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng and businesswoman Phang Li Khoon were both arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) yesterday evening, 29 June

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FOLLOWING THEIR ARREST:

DAP leaders, its members and supporters of the Opposition held candlelight vigil yesterday night as a sign of solidarity

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About 1,000 people gathered outside the MACC building in Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah in Georgetown, Penang, where Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng was held pending charges of corruption against him yesterday, 29 June.The crowd were chanting slogans such as "Bebaskan Guan Eng" (Free Guan Eng) and "Hidup Guan Eng" (Long live Guan Eng) while "Tangkap Najib, tangkap Jho Low" (Arrest Najib, arrest Jho Low), in reference to Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak and his family friend, Penang-born 1MDB-linked businessman Low Taek-Jho.

Opposition leaders have claimed that Lim's arrest and prosecution is a political conspiracy to intimidate the opposition

Federal Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail
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"The arrest and prosecution of Lim Guan Eng will reinforce the public's view that there exists a systematic and planned effort to intimidate and harass the senior leadership of the opposition ahead of the 14th general election," Federal Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said."Over the past few months, the chief minister and the Penang state government have demonstrated proof that there was no impropriety in Lim’s purchase of the bungalow as there was no contracts or benefits granted to the seller, whether directly or indirectly," Petaling Jaya Utara MP Tony Pua said."Hence the MACC’s move to prosecute Lim, which coincided with the resignation of the top two MACC officials just days earlier, is clearly designed to destroy him politically."

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However, BN leaders said that the public should not speculate and to trust in the courts to make the right judgment

Kota Belud MP Datuk Abdul Rahman Dahlan
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Both Penang MCA deputy chief Tan Teik Cheng and Penang Gerakan acting chairman Oh Tong Keong have urged the public to stay calm and let the courts decide if Lim is innocent or guilty as he is entitled to a fair trial. "We should stop making public or online remarks on the matter. Let justice take its course," Tan was quoted as saying by The Star Online.Meanwhile, Kota Belud MP Datuk Abdul Rahman Dahlan said that the course of justice must be swift following Lim's arrest by MACC yesterday.   "After months of internal investigation and intense public discourse, I am relieved that the MACC has decided to take action against Lim Guan Eng," he said in a statement yesterday.

It was also revealed that Attorney-general Mohamed Apandi Ali, who exonerated PM Najib Razak of corruption earlier this year, will lead the charge against Lim and Phang, who will be prosecuted today, 30 June

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It was said that Penang DAP will be holding an emergency meeting with Lim

Penang DAP chairman Chow Kon Yeow
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State DAP chairman Chow Kon Yeow said the meeting will be held immediately after Lim, who will appear in court today, was granted bail by the court."The DAP state committee will hold an emergency meeting tomorrow to decide on how to handle the political crisis," he told reporters when met at the Penang MACC headquarters yesterday.He said the meeting will only be held in the presence of Lim.

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TODAY, 30 JUNE:

The police had set up road closures leading to the state Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) building this morning:

#penangtu PERS GURNEY:Rd closure near MACC causing 40min delay Gurney Rbout-Jln Pangkor.Also slow on Jln Burma-MACC pic.twitter.com/yhwPScdeis— Astro Radio Traffic (@astrotraffic) June 30, 2016

It was reported that thousands of students and workers were late for school and work with the road closures.The roadblocks were mounted to ensure the smooth process of sending Lim to the court, according to George Town OCPD Asst Comm Mior Faridalathrash Wahid, as reported by The Star Online. "We are not trying to cause trouble to the people but we have to do that for smooth court proceedings," he was quoted as saying by the local English daily.

Some supporters have alleged that they were not allowed to enter the courtroom this morning, according to media reports

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Many Penangites were shocked and outraged by the prosecution of their chief minister @cmlimguaneng . Hear them out pic.twitter.com/Wqx4NSHxc0— Melissa Goh (@MelGohCNA) June 30, 2016

Malaysiakini reported that Seberang Perai municipal councillor Satees Muniandy was seen arguing with a police officer, who was only known as chief inspector Kannan, outside the building."Tell us under which law you are preventing us from entering the courthouse," Satees was quoted as saying.The police officer replied, "We can stop anyone from entering any building."

Both Lim and Phang have been charged in the Penang High Court over the allegedly corrupt house purchase deal they struck last year. They pleaded not guilty.

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It was reported that Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng is charged under Section 23 of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Act 2009 for allegedly rezoning a plot of land from agriculture to commercial use.He will also be charged under Section 165 of the Penal Code for the alleged purchasing of a bungalow unit on Jalan Pinhorn below market value. If convicted under Section 23, Lim can be jailed for up to 20 years, and face a fine of five times the value of gratification or RM10,000 whichever is higher. Lim could face two years’ imprisonment, a fine, and forfeiture of property upon conviction for the second charge. Additionally, Phang Li Koon is charged under Section 109 of the Penal Code, read together with Section 165.

Judicial Commissioner Azmi Ariffin has set the bail for Lim at RM1 million with one surety

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After his plea was recorded, Attorney-General Tan Sri Mohamed Apandi Ali, who led the prosecution team, proposed the bail sum and asked that Lim is compelled to inform the court before he planned to travel abroad.During mitigation, Lim’s lead counsel Gobind Singh Deo requested for the accused to be allowed to inform the court and the AG’s Chambers of this travel plans two days before departure.Judicial Commissioner Datuk Azmi Ariffin granted the request and agreed not to impound Lim’s passport, also setting bail at RM1 million with one surety.In the case of businesswoman Phang Li Koon, who also claimed trial to her charge, Apandi asked for bail to be set at RM200,00 with one surety and no additional conditions, which the court allowed.

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Kampar Hospital Addresses Case Where Lady Was Denied Treatment For Wearing Shorts

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Kampar Hospital has released an official statement pertaining to the incident where a woman was allegedly turned away from receiving treatment because she was wearing a pair of shorts

In a Facebook post by the Perak Health Department on Wednesday, 15 February, Kampar Hospital director Dr Khairul Azha Azam said that the hospital has taken the appropriate measures in rectifying the issue with the patient and improve the service at the hospital to ensure an incident like this does not occur again.The hospital also denied ever turning away any patient that sought treatment at their facility due to their attire, adding that their staff had brought out an appropriate attire for the patient but she had left the facilities by then.

Kampar Hospital also listed down three steps it will be taking

"Firstly, all patients will be accepted no matter their state, especially during emergencies. Secondly, the medical assistant has been reprimanded and informed that their action was wrong, and warned not to repeat the same mistake in the future. Thirdly, all medical staff are instructed to accept any patient that comes through hospital doors no matter their attire and without any prejudice," read the statement.

Read more about the incident that occurred on Monday, 13 January:

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8 Things You Should Take Note Of When Driving In The Rain

Heavy rain makes driving conditions hazardous and nerve-wrecking. But we're here to help! Here are some noteworthy tips to keep you safe when driving in wet weather conditions:

1. Don't speed

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This goes without saying. You should always drive at a slower speed when the roads are wet. The faster you drive in a rainstorm, the more likely you are to have an accident. If you're heading somewhere, leave the house earlier than usual to give yourself additional travel time so you won’t feel the urge to rush.In actual fact, you should be driving slower than the speed limit because they are designed for ideal conditions.

2. Keep your distance

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Remember the nine-second rule.A good rule of thumb is that you should be around nine seconds behind the car in front of you. Why? Because if the car has to stop suddenly, you will have ample time to react and stop. Here's a tip to check if you're far enough - watch for the car in front to pass an object like a lamp post or a sign, then count how many seconds go by before you pass the same object.If it's under nine seconds, it's time to back off.

3. Turn on those headlights

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Rain will decrease visibility on the road, which is why you should turn on your headlights immediately, even in the day.You'll be able to see the road better, but also for other drivers to see your car.

4. Go easy on the brakes

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Stepping on your brakes too hard will cause your car to slide forward and you'll lose control of your vehicle. You should brake slowly by pressing your foot on the brake pedal and then ease your foot off.This keeps a safe distance between you and the car ahead. It also alerts any drivers behind you to slow down. If you stop too suddenly in a rainstorm, you could get rear-ended.

5. Avoid using cruise control

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A great feature to utilise in dry weather but one that increases the risk of losing control in wet conditions. When you have cruise control turned on during a rainstorm, your car could actually speed up if you aquaplane, which occurs when a layer of water build up between the wheel and the road leading the inability to control the car.As the car is going at a constant speed during cruise control, it will be hard for you to slow down, making things worse.Plus, when you use cruise control, you’re probably not paying as much attention to the road. Turn off the cruise control and stay alert at all times.

6. Keep to the middle lane if possible

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Water tends to accumulate at the side of the road and these puddles of water can cause your car to aquaplane. To avoid losing control of your steering and braking, try to drive on the middle lanes whenever possible.

7. In the unfortunate event of aquaplaning, resist the temptation to brake

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You can usually tell if you’re aquaplaning because your steering will suddenly feel light and unresponsive, and you can hear the displaced water roaring against the inside of the car’s wheel arches.If that happens, try your best not to brake - doing so will only cause your car to skid.Instead, you should slowly take your foot off the accelerator pedal and allow the car to slow by itself while keeping the steering at the direction of travel. Your car will eventually bite down through the water and come in contact with road.

8. Lastly, make sure your tyres and wipers are always in good condition

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You should check the condition of your wiper every 6 months to ensure they are working optimally. Dry weather and the sun can cause them to dry out and crack, so check on them frequently is essential.Next up, you need to check your tyres. It's extremely hazardous to drive on the road with bald tyres. Without tyre treads, your tyres lose the right traction and the ability to grip on the road, causing it to aquaplane.

Stay vigilant on the road, guys!

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Hasilkan Ayam Asam Pedas & 2 Lagi Masakan Klasik Malaysia Menggunakan Resepi-Resepi Ini

Malaysia memang terkenal dengan masakan-masakan tradisional yang sedap-sedap belaka.
Ini menjadikan negara kita menjadi satu destinasi terkemuka untuk pelancong untuk menikmati antara makanan yang tersedap di dunia.

Dari Perlis ke Johor, Pahang ke Kelantan dan Sabah ke Sarawak, variasi makanan yang meliurkan tidak terhingga. Bukan sahaja rasa hidangan kita sungguh menyelerakan, malah jika terhidu saja masakan yang cukup kaw dan aromatik pasti dapat meningkatkan selera sesiapa saja.

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Tetapi malangnya, kebanyakan kaum muda tidak mengetahui cara-cara untuk menghasilkan kebanyakan hidangan kebanggaan kami. Untuk mengekalkan budaya makanan kami, inilah 3 resepi lauk klasik Malaysia yang sangat senang untuk dihasilkan sendiri di rumah. Nampak saja susah nak buat, tetapi sebenarnya hidangan lauk-pauk kita memang mudah untuk dibuat dengan hanya menggunakan bahan-bahan segar asas yang biasanya boleh didapati di dapur!

Tonton video di bawah untuk pelajari cara membuat Ayam Asam Pedas, Gulai Daging Utara, dan Gulai Ikan Merah:

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Dapatkan resepi-resepi penuh Ayam Asam Pedas, Gulai Daging Utara Dan Gulai Kuning Ikan Merah di bawah:

1. Ayam Asam Pedas

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Bahan-bahan: Bahan kisar7 biji bawang merah2 biji bawang putih1 inci halia1 inci kunyit hidup1 inci belacan2 sudu besar cili bohSedikit air2 batang seraiBahan-bahan lain1 ekor ayam2 biji kentang5 batang bendi1/4 cawan air asam jawa2 cawan air2 batang bunga kantan1 cawan daun kesumLada hitam secukup rasa1 sudu besar gula melaka2 Kiub Pati Ayam MAGGICara:1. Kisar bawang merah, bawang putih, halia, kunyit hidup, belacan, cili boh dan air sehingga lumat. 2. Dalam periuk yang telah dipanaskan, masukkan minyak dan tumis serai sehingga wangi. Masukkan bahan kisar dan tumis sehingga pecah minyak.3. Masukkan ayam, air asam jawa, air, bunga kantan, daun kesum, lada hitam dan gula melaka.4. Masukkan kiub pati ayam MAGGI dan renehkan dengan api kecil selama 30 minit. 5. Ayam Asam Pedas sudahpun siap untuk dihidang!

2. Gulai Daging Utara

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Bahan-Bahan Kisar: 4 biji bawang merah besar1 inci halia3 biji bawang putih Bahan-bahan lain:1 cawan minyak1 batang kulit kayu manis2 biji bunga lawang 3 biji pelaga5 bunga cengkih7 helai daun kari 3 biji bawang merah (dihiris)3 biji bawang putih (dihiris)1 inci halia (dihiris) 75 gram rempah kari500 daging lembu4 cawan air1/3 cawan air asam jawa3 biji kentang2 Kiub Pati Daging Lembu MAGGI1 cawan santan Cara: 1. Kisar bawang merah besar, halia dan bawang putih sehingga lumat.2. Dalam kuali yang telah dipanaskan, masukkan minyak dan tumis kulit kayu manis, bunga lawang, biji pelaga, bunga cengkih dan daun kari sehingga wangi.3. Masukkan bawang merah, bawang putih dan halia yang telah dihiris, dan tumis sehingga wangi. 4. Masukkan rempah kari dan tumis sehingga pecah minyak.5. Masukkan daging lembu, air, air asam jawa dan kentang. Masukkan kiub pati daging lembu MAGGI dan renehkan selama 30 minit menggunakan api perlahan. 6. Masukkan santan dan reneh selama 10 minit. 7. Kari Daging Utara sudahpun siap untuk dihidang!

3. Gulai Ikan Merah

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Bahan-bahan kisar:7 biji bawang merah2 biji bawang putih1 1/2 inci kunyit hidup2 biji cili hijau1 inci lengkuas 1 inci haliaBahan-bahan lain: 2 cawan santan1 sudu besar gula melaka2 kiub pati ikan bilis MAGGI5 tongkol ikan merahCara:1. Kisar bawang merah, bawang putih, kunyit hidup, cili hijau, lengkuas dan halia sehingga lumat.2. Dalam periuk, masukkan santan, air, bahan kisar, gula melaka dan ikan merah.3. Masukkan 2 pati ikan bilis MAGGI dan renehkan selama 20 minit menggunakan api perlahan. 4. Gulai Kuning Ikan Merah sudahpun siap untuk dihidang!

Untuk menambahkan lagi rasa dalam masakan anda, pastikan anda menggunakan seketul dua kiub pati Maggi!

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Tak kiralah anda nak menghasilkan hidangan-hidangan simple seperti sup ayam dan sup tom yam, ataupun hidangan yang lebih susah seperti ayam percik dan rendang daging - anda pasti dapat meningkatkan lagi perisa masakan anda dengan menggunakan kiub pati Maggi. Dapatkan lagi info tentang kiub-kiub Maggi di laman web rasmi mereka di sini.

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Report: Malaysia Is The 3rd Most Prepared Country In Asia Pacific To Battle Cancer

Malaysia has emerged the third most prepared country in the Asia Pacific to battle cancer in a study conducted by The Economist Intelligence Unit (The EIU)

The report titled Cancer preparedness in Asia-Pacific: Progress towards universal cancer control, and sponsored by Swiss multinational healthcare company Roche, sought to assess the different responses to the cancer challenge in the Asia Pacific.In 2018 alone, the region had an estimated 8.8 million new cancer cases and 5.5 million deaths caused by cancer. As for Malaysia, cancer was the second leading cause of death in 2017.In view of that, the report examined the readiness of healthcare systems in 10 countries including Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, The Philippines, Thailand, South Korea, and Vietnam.

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Malaysia scored an overall 80.3 out of 100, only behind South Korea (83.4) and Australia (92.4)

The countries were ranked based on The EIU's Index of Cancer Preparedness which had three main domains including Policy & Planning, Care Delivery, as well as Health System & Governance.Malaysia performed well above the regional average score of 66.5.The report said that Malaysia had a strong performance across the Policy & Planning and Care Delivery domains, but further progress can be made in the Health Systems & Governance category to enhance overall cancer preparedness.

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The editor of the report said that Malaysia was recognised for having one of the most high-quality national cancer control plans in ASEAN

"Malaysia was recognised for its National Strategic Plan for Cancer Control Programme (NSPCCP), as well as for having one of the top-rated cancer registries in the region," said Jesse Quigley Jones, editor of The EIU's report.He added that Malaysia also has a strong growth in government spending in health, but the current level of spending is still inadequate because the cancer burden is only set to grow with the country's rapidly ageing population."Like other middle-income countries, Malaysia should focus its efforts on closing persistent access gaps and ensuring the quality of services across the cancer continuum through technological innovation," suggested Jones.He also stressed that middle-income countries like Malaysia should concentrate on preventive services and move from opportunistic to population-based screening.

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Take A Look At Malaysia's Very Own 'Central Park'. It Will Cost Us RM650 Million

In a few years time, Kuala Lumpur could be known for its beautiful urban rainforest park just like how New York City is known for its Central Park

An artist impression of the children’s play area in Taman Tugu.
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Named as Taman Tugu Project, the plan envisions an urban rainforest park that will conserve and transform the existing 66-acre secondary forest located in the area between the National Monument (Tugu Negara) and Istana Selangor.  Malaysians can expect see the true beauty of the Malaysian rainforest right in the middle of an urban setting, as about 1,000 trees have been identified and tagged for preservation while another 5,000 more trees have been identified to be transplanted into the site. On top of bringing us closer to nature, Taman Tugu is anticipated to be a one-stop centre for outdoor adventures with its camping and forest trail facilities, as well as become a learning and education centre, and a favourite spot for family and community activities.

The best part of this project is that we can enjoy and access this metropolitan park for free!

An artist impression of the Canopy Walk in the Rainforest Discovery Centre.
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The project is scheduled for completion by the end of 2018.Additionally, efforts to improve connectivity among various landmarks in the area are underway and targeted for completion by 2019.Taman Tugu Project's website stated that these are all part of a collective effort to stitch the urban fabric of the city and make Kuala Lumpur more pedestrian-friendly.

Malaysians can expect more developments in the coming days as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak has just officially launched the project yesterday, 4 September

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"This marks a historic day as we witness a new episode in transforming the Tugu Negara, which is a symbol of Merdeka being achieved through the blood, sweat and tears of our heroes," Najib said during the launch yesterday, as quoted by NST Online. "We must not only safeguard that, but also preserve nature and provide a tropical forest in the city so that Taman Tugu will be synonymous with Kuala Lumpur like Hyde Park and Central Park are to London and New York City." It was reported that this is a RM650 million project and a not-for-profit corporate social responsibility project, spearheaded by the government-owned investment organisation Khazanah Nasional. The government first approved the project back in July.

Khazanah Nasional is collaborating with Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) for this initiative and they have gained support from various stakeholders from every sector

An artist impression of the aerial view of Taman Tugu.
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Khazanah Nasional managing director Tan Sri Azman Mokhtar aptly calls this project a "public-private-civil society partnership" as many parties have pledged financial support to ensure that the project will be a success. According to the state investment arm, Taman Tugu will be placed in a Public Trust upon completion, governed by an independent Board of Trustees and reserved as a public green space for perpetuity.Meanwhile, Khazanah Nasional is also inviting Malaysians to provide feedback on matters such as the park’s name and activities to be offered within the park via its official website.

Do you think Taman Tugu can help create a better image for Kuala Lumpur? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below!

Speaking of which, check out these awesome places to stay if you're looking to unwind in the busy city of Kuala Lumpur:

                9 Cool Places To Stay At In KL For An Awesome Weekend Getaway

Just a stone's throw away from all the amazing spots in downtown Kuala Lumpur!

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[VIDEO] Selisih Di Laut China Selatan, Pilot Wanita Ini Kongsi Location Suami Di Udara

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Pekerjaan sebagai juruterbang sememangnya menggalas tanggungjawab yang berat kerana membawa beratus nyawa dalam pesawat

Walaupun mempunyai gaji yang lumayan, ia bukanlah pekerjaan yang boleh dipandang remeh. Kebiasaannya, orang lelaki yang ramai jadi pilot.Tetapi, berbeza pula dengan situasi yang dikongsi oleh seorang pilot wanita ini apabila dia berkongsi momen berselisih dengan suaminya di atas awan telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @msmunirah Bukan hari2 dapat selisih dengan suami di udara. safe flight hubby.   TMC - TMC

Fly hari sama dengan suami, sempat rakam kapal terbang dari jauh

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @msmunirah, kelihatan wanita itu sedang membawa kapal terbang dan lalu di laut China selatan.Apa yang meraih perhatian ramai adalah apabila dia merakam momen di mana dia berselisih dengan suaminya di udara. Suaminya juga merupakan seorang pilot dan kebetulan mereka terbang pada waktu dan hari yang sama."Bukan hari-hari dapat selisih dengan suami di udara. Safe flight hubby," katanya.

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"This one rare, haha dia hi husband dia dekat awan gais" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan yang kini telah meraih 2.5M views, 252.6K likes dan 1.8K shares di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pendapat masing-masing mengenai video tersebut. Malah, ramai yang meninggalkan komen lucu dan berseloroh dengan wanita itu.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Untunglah boleh jumpa dekat awan, min selisih dengan  husband dekat dapur je :(

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What Has Happened To Hong Kong's Umbrella Revolution After 2 Months?

Some couple of months ago, when students and citizens took to the streets of Hong Kong demanding democratic reforms, it turned into a huge tussle with the powers that be at Beijing. The pro-democracy movement turned into Hong Kong's worst political protest since China took control of the sovereign state in 1997.

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

What started out as student protests demanding for democratic reforms turned into a tussle with the Hong Kong authori...

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Flash-forward to 26 November 2014, the streets of Hong Kong that were thronged by hundreds and thousands of students and citizens alike, have now been mostly cleared up with only a bunch of umbrellas left around. As of today, police officers and court bailiffs have dismantled much of the protest zones in Mong Kok.

Police officers remove tents erected by pro-democracy protesters in the Mong Kok district on 26 November 2014 in Hong Kong. The Mong Kok protest site is scheduled for clearance by baliffs this week after Hong Kong's high court authorized police to arrest protesters who obstruct bailiffs on the three interim restraining orders.
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With the falling public support for the already fizzling movement, it's fair to say the pro-democracy movement has lost its wind

Police officers stand near a barricade at the intersection of Nathan Road and Argyle Street in the Mong Kok district of Hong Kong, China, on 19 November 2014.
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Most Hong Kong people have grown weary of pro-democracy protests that have sparked clashes with police and disrupted the city for almost two months, and want the government to take action to end them, a poll showed.About 68 percent of 513 respondents said the government should clear the protesters immediately, according to a survey conducted by the University of Hong Kong Nov. 17-18.

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Public support for the demonstrations, which at their peak saw tens of thousands of people in the streets, is waning after crowds dwindled, attempts to negotiate with the government failed and the movement’s leaders failed to agree on strategy. The protests, the most disruptive since China resumed sovereignty over Hong Kong in 1997, were sparked by Beijing’s decision to screen candidates through a committee for the city’s leadership election in 2017.

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As the WSJ's Isabella Steger and Fiona Law report:

Police deployed pepper spray after demonstrators refused to clear a section of the Mong Kok site
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Police swinging batons charged protesters in some of their most aggressive actions of the conflict. They said they had arrested 86 people for illegal assembly, assaulting police officers and other infractions and warned protesters to leave the site.The confrontation lasted through the early hours of Wednesday as protesters shifted to other streets and police pushed to clear the area. Police said one person arrested was carrying an axe, hammer and crow bar. Later Wednesday morning, authorities said they will begin clearing a bigger area of the same protest site.Authorities began clearing the Mong Kok area Tuesday morning but crowds of protesters grew larger as the day progressed. Protesters wearing goggles, masks and helmets and carrying umbrellas confronted police in the evening but were pushed back to a side street by officers using pepper spray.The confrontation is part of an effort by police, backed by court orders, to clear the protest sites that have been occupied by activists demanding free elections in Hong Kong since late September. The arrest total appeared to be the highest since the start of the protests, when police used tear gas and arrested 78 students.Police issued a statement Tuesday night saying they would enforce a court order and clear the remainder of the protest site in Mong Kok on Wednesday, warning protesters to leave the site or face arrest.

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On 26 November, as ranks of police officers stood guard at Nathan Road in the Mong Kok district, high-profile student protest leaders Joshua Wong and Lester Shum were arrested

Student protest leaders Joshua Wong and Lester Shum
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Hong Kong police have arrested high-profile student protest leaders Joshua Wong and Lester Shum, as authorities moved to clear a key protest camp at the heart of a pro-democracy civil disobedience movement that has swept the financial hub for two months.In the clearest escalation against the protesters in weeks, police tactical units were deployed on Wednesday to assist bailiffs in enforcing court orders to remove makeshift steel and bamboo barricades on Nathan Road in the gritty Kowloon district of Mong Kok. Fresh scuffles broke out as some protesters resisted attempts to force them off the streets.Wong, the 18-year-old convenor of Scholarism, and Shum, 21, the deputy leader of the Hong Kong Federation of Students, were among dozens of protesters arrested by police in Mong Kok since the clearance operation began on Tuesday morning, with thousands of riot and tactical police on standby.

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The leaders of Hong Kong and Beijing have not agreed to any of the terms made by the student leaders. Though there have been talks in the past, no progress had been made by either party. Beijing will continue to screen candidates for the 2017 election.

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"Even though the majority of the Hong Kong population still want to change the National People's Congress decision … they don't see any possibility that the student occupation will change anything." said Willy Lam, a political analyst at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, though he pointed out the arrests of the popular student leaders may reinvigorate the cause.The pro-democracy movement has shown signs of splintering, with radical voices urging escalated action after a near two-month stalemate, while others are calling for a tactical retreat.More than 100,000 people took to the streets at the peak of the protests in early October, but numbers have dropped to a few hundred scattered in tents over three main sites.

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A 2-Year-Old Boy Was Allegedly Saved By His Diaper After Falling From 11th Floor Apartment

A two-year-old boy recently survived a fall from the 11th floor of an apartment block in Sengkang, Singapore

The Straits Times reported that the toddler was standing on a stool when he fell from the window of the 11-storey flat yesterday morning, 26 November.Residents found the boy sustaining minor injuries and lying on a patch of grass at about 10am.

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The boy had been reportedly saved by his diaper

Shin Min Daily News quoted an eyewitness as saying that the toddler's diaper had caught onto a clothes rack on his way down, cushioning his fall. The boy's mother told the Singaporean news daily that the incident occurred because the window was not closed. A resident also claimed that the father said that they have a window grille but the window had not been closed. "They are being judged very harshly online, but I am sure the parents are already suffering," said a neighbour, who lives on the same floor as the family.

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The toddler was rushed to a hospital and was reported to be in a stable condition the same night

Dr. Wan told The Straits Times that the boy had a wound on his left arm and may have suffered multiple bone fractures."I am surprised the injuries weren't worse... children generally have more padding and can survive falls better than adults," said Dr. Wan, who added that the boy's diapers were torn.

A video of the incident has since surfaced online:

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In a recent case, this baby also narrowly escaped death when an incoming train nearly ran over her:

                1-Year-Old Narrowly Escapes Being Run Over By Incoming Train After Falling Onto Tracks

The wheels of the train were barely an inch away her.

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Malaysian Influencer Who Claimed M-Sized Girls Are Fat Has Now Apologised

Cathryn Lee, the fitness influencer who went viral two weeks ago, has apologised over her "M-sized girls are fat" statement

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In a lengthy Instagram post, Lee expressed regret for hurting the feelings of "friends, family, and supporters"."It was a highly offensive and insensitive post, and I am deeply sorry for the hurt, anger, and disappointment I have caused you," Lee wrote in the post, which has amassed over 35,000 likes since Monday, 7 October.The public apology came about two weeks after she posted a controversial statement on her Instagram Story, criticising anyone above size M "as sinful as obesity".

In retrospect, Lee said it was never her intention to make such a sweeping statement and that it was meant for her model friends

"The post was intended for my model friends who like me, despite being of a healthy weight in the past, has previously unable to secure a modelling job due to the size criteria imposed," she said.Lee explained that she was trying to motivate her friends and herself to hit the gym so that they could meet the size standard set by the modelling industry."Looking back, I now realise how that was a mistake at many levels (sic)," she continued."Not only was the tone of my message offensive, I was encouraging friends to conform to an unhealthy beauty standard, which I have imposed also on myself."

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Lee said she understood the responsibility she shoulders as an individual with over a million followers and is now seeking forgiveness from the public

"There is no nice way to say that I have messed up, and I seek your forgiveness on my mistakes and shortcomings (sic)," Lee lamented.Lee hoped to continue doing what she is passionate about and that is to inspire people on healthy and body-positive living.

In a separate post, Lee also refuted the claim that she had forged her piano certificate, urging the media to treat her fairly

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Lee posted a picture of her piano certificate, which showed that she had received a 'Licentiate (Diploma in) Recital in Piano Solo' from Trinity London College in 2007.She related that playing the piano is not only her personal interest, but also an important platform to prove herself."However, to the haters who smeared and falsified my piano certificate, I am very saddened by the comments," she said."This does not only obliterate my profession and past efforts, but it also damages my personal reputation and integrity."

You can read her full statement below:

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Previously, Lee came under fire for saying M-sized girls are fat:

                Malaysian Influencer Faces Heated Backlash After Saying M-Sized Girls Are Fat

She has since deactivated her Instagram account, which had over one million followers.

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Plan Ahead For Your Next Holiday Down Under With These Once-In-A-Lifetime Experiences

COVID-19 has definitely changed a lot of things in our lives, and the way we travel is no exception

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Besides taking precautions such as wearing masks and washing our hands, the kind of things we do on holiday will change as well.In the new normal, we are likely going to travel in smaller groups, go on personalised tours, and stay away from enclosed spaces. And we'll definitely practice important social distancing measures.Australia is home to lots of cool experiences that you can enjoy safely when you are ready to (and can!) travel abroad again.

Many of us are quite familiar with the land Down Under so we put together a list of incredible experiences that you may not have tried yet.
Check them out and plan ahead for your next holiday in Australia:

1. Experience Aboriginal culture like never before in an immersive learning adventure

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A trip to Australia would be incomplete without an Aboriginal cultural experience. Not having one is like going to Australia and not going to see kangaroos and koalas, you'll seriously be missing out on something amazing!Dating back more than 50,000 years, Aboriginal culture is the world’s oldest living culture. What better way to learn about it than from an Aboriginal guide? With one by your side, your eyes will be opened to a whole new culture and way of life, changing the way you see, experience, and connect with the world.From urban festivals and rock art tours, to chefs serving up delicious meals and storytelling around the campfire, there's loads of ways to immerse yourself in Aboriginal culture. Some of them can even be done in the city!

Recommendations:

- Walkabout tours in tropical north Queensland: Go on a full or half-day cultural adventure in far north Queensland's Port Douglas and Daintree region with Walkabout Cultural Adventures.On this personalised tour led by Kuku Yalanji guides, you'll learn about the environment as well as different bush foods and medicine. Explore the beautiful region where two World Heritage sites meet – the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.You'll even get to sample some seasonal bush tucker! All while appreciating the history, culture, and traditions of the local Aboriginal people.

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- Bush barbecue with RT Tours Australia: Embark on an amazing lunch or dinner experience through Central Australia, specifically, at the grand, red cliffs of the MacDonnell Ranges. There, Aboriginal Australian man Bob Taylor invites you to enjoy a bush barbecue and a relaxed chat about his culture.Check out more Aboriginal culinary experiences here.

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- The Rocks Aboriginal Dreaming Tour in Sydney: Gain a new perspective of the harbour city as you leisurely stroll along Sydney's famous foreshore with Dreamtime Southern X.The guides will share stories about what Australia was like before colonisation, tell you about how the harbour landscape continues to influence modern Aboriginal culture, and more. You'll even get to visit sacred Aboriginal sites hidden in the heart of the city's most popular tourist precinct.Check out more urban culture Aboriginal experiences here.

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2. Go on wildlife encounters to spend some time with animals in their natural habitats

Whether you want to cuddle a koala, play with a platypus, or swim with dolphins, you can do it all in Australia. It's home to some truly adorable wildlife. The best part is that you'll get to see them in their natural habitats, both in the wild and in wildlife sanctuaries.

Recommendations:

- Kangaroo Sanctuary in Alice Springs: Here, you can go on a guided sunset tour from Tuesdays to Fridays. Get up close to the beautiful kangaroos, and you can even bottle-feed the adorable baby joeys, awww! Check out the video below for a lil preview:

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- Swim with sea lions in South Australia: If you wanna join sea lions in the water, head over to Port Lincoln, which is a seven-hour road trip from Adelaide. There are many different services that will help you make your dream of swimming with sea lions come true, such as Adventure Bay Charters or Calypso Star Charters.Check out more wildlife experiences here.

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3. Connect with the place, produce, and people as you indulge in Australia's food culture

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Whether we're on a local or international holiday, one of the most important things has gotta be foooood! We love hunting down all the best makan spots and stuffing ourselves with lots of yummy eats.Yes, Australia has earned a well-deserved reputation for their amazing brunches, but there's so much more to Australian food than that. There are lots of cool foodie experiences that'll have you indulging in mouth-watering treats. Pick your own fresh produce, visit markets, farms, and producers, or go on a food trail.

Recommendations:

- Seafood Seduction Tour in Tasmania: Treat yourself to an unforgettable day of indulgence and relaxation. On this full-day cruise, you won't just enjoy the gorgeous scenery, you'll also get to eat loads of seafood!Oysters, rock lobster, abalone, sea urchin, and more, all freshly caught straight from the water you're sailing on. Your catch will be turned into a delicious seafood feast accompanied by gourmet local produce and Tasmanian wines, boutique beers, ciders and juices.

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- 7-day foodie trip through Western Australia: Rent a car and go on a gastronomic journey through the Swan Valley and Margaret River. This hand-picked food lover’s itinerary combines two of Western Australia's most accessible and most naturally breathtaking food and wine regions. Save your stomach space for all the yummy stops you'll be making!

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4. Lose yourself in the beauty of nature through multi-day walks

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Did you know that Australia has some of the best walking experiences anywhere in the world? This includes epic treks in the outback, hikes through World Heritage-listed national parks, and more.The best way to experience these incredible walks is through the Great Walks of Australia, a collection of premium guided walks. Their multi-day guided walks cover some of Australia's most iconic destinations and landscapes.And best of all, they'll take care of all the details like food and accommodation. So, don't worry about a thing. Just fully enjoy and immerse yourself in the adventure of a lifetime.

Recommendations:

- Bay of Fires Lodge Walk: Located in north-eastern Tasmania, the Bay of Fires is a magnificent coastline with dramatic landscapes, ecology, and wildlife. You'll get to walk along soft, sandy beaches, explore coves, kayak down the Ansons River, and more. Plus, enjoy staying at luxury accommodation like the Forester Beach Camp and the award-winning Bay of Fires Lodge.

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- Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk: If you've always been jealous of everyone's gorgeous photos of the Great Ocean Road coastline, this is your chance to explore it for yourself. This four-day walk is an absolutely incredible way to not only see the iconic shipwreck coastline, but to also explore all the hidden areas. Visit remote beaches, spotting seals, wallabies, koalas and birds along the way. As a grand finale, you'll walk up to the Apostles and enjoy a scenic helicopter flight over their heads.

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- Margaret River Cape to Cape Walk: This four-day, fully-guided small group walk will let you experience the Margaret River at its finest. From staying in ocean-front luxury accommodation and enjoying world-class food and wine, to exploring the turquoise ocean, white beaches, coastal cliffs, and towering karri forest, it's sure to be an unforgettable experience.

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We definitely miss going cuti-cuti in Australia, so hopefully we'll be able to soon! Make sure to keep these suggestions in mind for when that time comes :)


Gelagat Budak Perempuan Selamba Buka Selipar Bila Masuk Mall Ini Buat Ramai Boleh Relate

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Kalau kita bertandang di rumah orang sudah semestinya kita akan membuka kasut atau selipar yang dipakai sebelum masuk ke rumah bukan?

Ini bukan sahaja untuk mengelakkan daripada membuat kotor di rumah orang tapi juga menunjukkan adab yang baik. Namun lain pula yang jadi apabila dalam sebuah video yang menunjukkan seorang budak perempuan sedang ke pusat beli-belah telah meraih tumpuan ramai. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

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Buka selipar sebelum masuk mall

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @saymaasyaaallah0 di TikTok, kelihatan seorang budak perempuan sedang berjalan masuk ke dalam pintu masuk pusat beli-belah sambil berpimpin tangan bersama ayahnya. Yang menghiburkan adalah dia telah bertindak membuka seliparnya sebelum masuk pintu masuk berkenaan. Dia dilihat cuba untuk memakai selipar itu kembali di atas karpet merah di depan pintu masuk tersebut.

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"Her parents treat her well, its about manners, well done"  - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan, kini ia mencecah sehingga 1.5M views, 86.4K likes dan 1,396 comments di TikTok. Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memuji dengan tingkah laku budak perempuan ini yang disifatkan sangat beradab. Ada juga yang geram dengan kecomelannya. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Aduhai comelnya tengok dia buka kasut tu! :D

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"He Has No Moral Authority Left To Decide On Behalf Of UMNO" – Khairy Fires At Zahid

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UMNO's Khairy Jamaluddin, who was voted out in the 15th General Election (GE15), has spoken out against his party president

According to Khairy, negotiations on the formation of a new government should not involve Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, who is the Barisan Nasional (BN) chairperson.Taking to his Twitter account today, 22 November, Khairy said that Zahid "no longer has the moral legitimacy as president of UMNO and must step down immediately".Zahid is leading the coalition discussions with Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairperson Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim with the possibility of a PH-BN unity government, while others in UMNO appear not sold on the idea.

Khairy said Zahid is president only by name

Perundingan pembentukan kerajaan baharu tidak boleh melibatkan @DrZahidHamidi. Beliau tiada lagi keabsahan moral selaku Presiden UMNO dan mesti undur segera. He may be President in name, but he has no moral authority left to decide on behalf of UMNO.— Khairy Jamaluddin  (@Khairykj) November 22, 2022

Meanwhile, in another tweet, Khairy pointed out that as a member of the party, he has the right to speak up, even if it's against the president

“Kenapa sekarang baru nak bersuara?”2018 saya lawan @DrZahidHamidi untuk Presiden UMNO. Lepas tu banyak kali cakap dia kena beri laluan.“Kau kalah tak payah komen.”Saya masih ahli UMNO. Ahli UMNO ada hak bersuara. pic.twitter.com/TZGiwTsyJU— Khairy Jamaluddin  (@Khairykj) November 22, 2022

The elections have resulted in a hung parliament

While PH won the highest number of seats at 82, and PN came in second with 73 seats, BN — despite suffering its worst-ever defeat in elections — has become the "kingmaker" due to its 30 seats.Both PH and PN need the support of parliamentarians from other parties to have a simple majority of 112 seats or more to form the next government. Neither of them can form a government without BN.


'Money Heist' Troop Shows Up At Penang PPV To Steal Smiles, Not Vaccines

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A troop of Money Heist 'thieves' recently showed up at what appears to be a vaccination centre at Ixora Hotel, Penang

On Monday, 6 September, TikTok user @iliyapengyou shared a video of a group wearing the iconic red jumpsuit along with the signature Salvador Dalí masks seen in the series."Usually only foreigners but today a troop of Money Heists [came] to our centre," her caption reads on the video that has since gone viral.

Image via @iliyapengyou (TikTok)

Clearly not there to steal anything but smiles, four of them can be seen in the video obediently following protocols throughout their vaccination process

Image via @iliyapengyou (TikTok)

Image via @iliyapengyou (TikTok)

The popular Spanish series just came out with its latest season on Netflix, earning a top spot recently as the most watched TV show in Malaysia.

Naturally, fans of the series couldn't resist throwing witty remarks in the comments

"Rob bank? X. Rob vaccine centre? Check."

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"How long have you guys been planning this heist?"

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"Don't forget to look out for the professor watching the CCTV."

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"After getting vaccinated, then only can rob a mamak."

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"Rob a bank? X. Rob my heart? Check."

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Meanwhile, one person commented that, "Malaysia's vaccination has turned into Comic-Con."

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Accurate. Lol.

A quick check shows that you can buy similar Money Heist costumes online for under RM45

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There are kids sizes available as well as multiple adult sizes, including the mask.You can check it out on Shopee or Lazada. But please don't go and rob anything but hearts, ah.

Watch the full video below:

  @iliyapengyou usually only foreigners but today a troop of money heists come to our centre #ppvinxora #ppv #fyp  Bella ciao - HUGEL Remix Extended - El Profesor

Gotta love a creative bunch, eh? Here are other unique characters that have shown up at vaccination centres in Malaysia:

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Any reason to dress up these days is welcomed.

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                Foreigner In Langkawi Goes Viral For Wearing DIY 'Tenet' Mask While Getting Vaccinated

"We live in a twilight world."

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Half-dyed hair? Wedding? Nothing stopped these guys from getting their doses:

                PPV Staff Set Up Pelamin For Newly-Weds Who Rushed To Get Vaccinated In Wedding Attire

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                Woman Notified Last Minute Of Vaccination Rushes To Centre Despite Dyeing Hair Halfway

"What's your reason for not getting vaccinated despite being informed last minute?"

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Penang Man Arrested For Pretending To Be Robbed To Postpone His Wedding

A 39-year-old man from Seberang Perai, Penang was arrested earlier this week for lodging a false police report about a robbery

According to Bernama, Seberang Perai Tengah district police chief Assistant Commissioner Nik Ros Azhan Nik Abdul Hamid confirmed that the man was detained on Wednesday, 26 June to facilitate investigations. The man, who worked as a counsellor, had claimed that he was robbed on Tuesday.

The counsellor had told the police that he was robbed of RM46,000 in total while he was walking to a shop on Jalan Besar Perai

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The 39-year-old then claimed he was approached by two men on a motorcycle asking for his help, before one of them grabbed his laptop bag and fled the scene of the incident. ACP Nik Ros added that the man claimed RM39,000 in cash for his wedding and RM7,000 worth of jewellery were kept in the laptop bag.

Upon investigation, the robbery was found to be false and the counsellor caved in after interrogation

Bernama reported that the man eventually admitted to making a false report as he was pressured by his fiancé's family to expedite the wedding but he did not have enough money to do so.

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On top of that, he had hoped that the police report would be a good justification to postpone his wedding. The counsellor is set to be charged in the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court today under Section 182 of the Penal Code for making a false police report.


Watch A Group Of Malaysians Come Together To Move A Double-Parked Car

A video showing a group of Good Samaritans in Selangor helping a Perodua Myvi driver move a double-parked car has gone viral

In the seven-minute video posted on a Facebook page called 'We Are Malaysians', the female driver's Myvi can be seen trapped in by a Toyota Wish.A man who happened to be there then started waving to others for help, prompting passers-by to come forward.The incident is believed to have happened in Bangi, Selangor, with the video getting over 230,000 views since it was posted on Tuesday, 12 November.

The group then brought four low profile floor jacks, which are tools that are used to lift a vehicle off the ground

Image via We Are Malaysians/Facebook

After some back and forth on strategies, the group settled with using the tools as moveable wheels and rested the Toyota Wish's rear tyres on them.Once the rear tyres were on the jacks, the men started pushing the car

The group, most likely strangers to one another, stood closely together in front of the Toyota Wish and pushed it in unison

Image via We Are Malaysians/Facebook

By the end of the video, the group successfully moved the car.The Myvi then left the parking spot and gave the men appreciative honks.

After seeing the incredible feat, hundreds of netizens jumped into the comment section to celebrate Malaysians' spirit of helping each other

"Very good Malaysian people. I love this country. (Everybody is) very helpful," one netizen commented.Another netizen went as far as asking the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) to give these men a medal."Walao, give these guys a medal, #PDRM," wrote the netizen. "Bravo to those who helped. Really calm. Give them 10,000 likes!"

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Many netizens said they would have broken the Toyota Wish's window and release the handbrake for a quicker solution.But one netizen commanded the group for not doing that."Wow! All it takes is just seven minutes and these Malaysians made an impossible (sic) come true. You guys didn't even break anything in the process. Crazy wehy!" said the elated netizen.

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You can watch the video here:

Bangi, Selangor

Double park...Posted by  We are Malaysians on Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Last month, a road accident united Malaysians of difference races:

                Watch Malaysians Of Different Races Band Together To Flip A Car That Overturned

The incident that united Malaysians of different races happened in Kampung Medan, Petaling Jaya yesterday, 20 October.

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