[VIDEO] The True Story Behind The Girl Taking Down A Robber

Girl In Snatch Theft Video Says It Was NOT A Reenactment

"This video was not a reenactment, it is instead a video to promote crime awareness," says Germaine Yeap.

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The woman featured in a video defending herself against snatch thieves turns out to be muay thai exponent Germaine Yeap.

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Both videos were released by local IPTV channel MaxMan.TV as part of the crime awareness initiative.

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Malaysian Crime Awareness Campaign Says Girl Taking Down Robbers Is Just A Reenactment

"This video is just a reenactment of a scenario where a woman may get robbed as she parks and get out of her car. The video is credited to MaxMan.TV."

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CCTV footage showing girl flooring her assailant flat to the ground.
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A Facebook post by Malaysian Crime Awareness Campaign urging Malaysian Chronicle to edit their article regarding a recent trending CCTV footage.
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The article on Malaysia Chronicles questioned by MCAC remained unedited at 12 November, 8:15pm.
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The CCTV footage shows the car entering the compound after the gate opens

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And as the car enters the compound, two guys on a bike circles around the front yard and stops right before the gate is about to close

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As the girl steps out of the car, one of the guys step in and snatch her bag

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But the girl doesn't let go of her bag and tries to jostle with the guy, pushing, shoving and in the process flooring him flat on the ground with a solid kick & shove

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The girl then starts beating the guy by jumping on him. Does this part look unnatural to you?

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By this time, the second guy runs in to save his helpless friend, prompting the girl to step away, with both guys backing out too

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A Group Of Drunken Gangsters Attacked 3 Policemen On Duty In Bangsar

Earlier morning yesterday, 1 April, three policemen on duty were assaulted by a group of drunken gangsters in the Jalan Telawi area

The incident has been confirmed by Brickfields OCPD Assistant Commissioner Shahrul Othman, who said that the case was being investigated under Section 148 of the Penal Code for rioting with weapons."As of now there have been no arrests but we have identified the suspects," he added.

According to The Star Online, the policemen were assaulted by a group of men who claimed to be members of the Gang 36

The Star Online quoted an unnamed source as saying that an unidentified man who had just left the nearby Echo Club approached the policemen and started a ruckus.The policemen were in the area investigating an incident reported by six party-goers, who were threatened at gunpoint by drunk men following which they fled the scene.When the three policemen came to inspect the scene, a man appeared from the Echo Club and shouted at the police, asking them "What’s your problem?", reported NST.Soon a group of men appeared with sticks and glass bottles and started attacking the trio, while shouting, "you dare to mess with 36”, believed to be referring to Gang 36.

When being attacked, one of the policemen shouted "Police" but it didn't help as the group of men continued to attack the policemen

They only stopped and fled when one of the policemen drew his gun, reported NST.

In the assault, one of the policemen sustained serious injury

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He had to get at least 30 stitches on his head at the Kuala Lumpur Hospital.Meanwhile, another was reported to be in a stable condition and was discharged.


HK Police Shoots Teenager In Chest As Violence Escalates To New Level During Protests

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An 18-year-old involved in the Hong Kong anti-government protests was shot in the chest by police during a violent clash on Tuesday, 1 October

According to BBC News, the incident happened when thousands of people in Hong Kong took to the streets to tarnish China's 70th National Day celebrations in Beijing.

People of Hong Kong defied the official protest ban to turn up for demonstrations across the city.
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Throughout the four-month long protests against the pro-Beijing city administration, protesters have been hit with bean bag rounds and rubber bullets.Tuesday's incident is the first injury from live ammunition, though Hong Kong police have previously used live rounds to disperse the protesters by firing them into the air.

Dramatic video footage of the shooting, which happened in Tsuen Wan district of Hong Kong, has since gone viral

In a video posted by Hong Kong University's Campus TV, the officer is seen firing at point-black range into the chest of a protester who was holding a metal pole in his hand.

In another video by Hong Kong City University's Student Union, the injured teenager was seen lying on the ground, saying, "Send me to hospital (sic). My chest is hurting, I need to go to a hospital."According to Channel News Asia, police said that the wounded protester received first aid from officers, before paramedics arrived and took him to Princess Margaret Hospital.

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"The officer felt his life was under serious threat, he fired a round at the assailant to save his own life and his colleagues' lives," said police senior superintendent Yolanda Yu Hoi-kwan

According to South China Morning Post (SCMP), Yu said the force is "saddened" that a teenager was injured by a live round."The round hit the 18-year-old at the area near his left shoulder. He was conscious when taken to the hospital," she added."His condition was stabilised, with the bleeding not life-threatening," said a source to SCMP.According to the source, the injured teenager will undergo surgery at the cardiothoracic centre in Queen Elizabeth Hospital.Meanwhile, the fighting continued well into the night, leaving a trail of destruction across Hong Kong, Kowloon, and the New Territories. In total, 66 people were injured and more than 180 arrested.

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Over the past 16 weeks, the demonstrations in Hong Kong have morphed into a giant pro-democracy movement

The anti-government protests were initially triggered by a now-shelved bill that would have allowed the extradition of accused individuals to mainland China for trial.Currently, according to Al Jazeera, protesters are expanding their demands to include:- An independent inquiry into alleged police brutality,- A blanket amnesty for all those charged from their involvement in demonstrations,- A retraction of the police claim that protesters are guilty of rioting, and- The right to directly elect Hong Kong's top leader and all the legislators.

Protesters had vowed to steal the spotlight from China's National Day Parade to propel their calls for greater democracy onto the international stage

Nearly four months of protests in Hong Kong have challenged President Xi Jinping's vision of national unity.
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Almost in direct reply, Chinese President Xi Jinping said "no force" can shake the Chinese nation in a speech that marked the opening of the National Day celebrations, reported Channel News Asia.China's major economic and military progress was showcased in the parade, which  commemorated the 70th anniversary of Communist Party rule in Beijing.

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The months-long protest began with a now-withheld extradition bill that sparked anger amongst Hong Kong citizens:

                Here's Why Tens Of Thousands In Hong Kong Are Taking To The Streets Again

"No legalised kidnapping of Hong Kong people to China."

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Malaysia Hits Highest Record Of COVID-19 Cases Since June At 62 New Cases

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has recorded 62 new COVID-19 cases today, 7 September, with majority of the cases being local transmissions

Out of the new cases, 56 were locally transmitted while six were imported - from Turkey, Bangladesh, Egypt, and Indonesia.All imported cases have been admitted to Sungai Buloh Hospital.According to the MOH's official Twitter account, most of the local transmissions involve the Benteng Lahad Datu (LD) cluster in Sabah with 50 new cases.Meanwhile, a new cluster has been reported in Kedah, called the Sungai cluster, with its index case being a healthcare professional.

Terkini: 7 Sept. Kes baharu #COVID19 hari ini melonjak kepada 62 kes iaitu 56 kes tempatan dan 6 import. Sebahagian besar melibatkan Kluster Benteng di Sabah dengan 50 kes. Satu lagi kluster baharu di Kedah, Kluster Sungai. Tiada kematian baharu dilaporkan.— KKMalaysia (@KKMPutrajaya) September 7, 2020

The Benteng LD cluster started at a Tawau prison in Sabah, with its index cases being two illegal immigrants detained at a police lock-up

The cases were screened and tested positive on 31 August. They are currently being treated in Lahad Datu Hospital and active case detection was initiated.In a matter of a week, 1,404 people from the Lahad Datu police headquarters as well as Tawau prison have been screened. 66 individuals from that number tested positive.Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said 64 of them are inmates while two more involved a prison guard and his nephew."A total of 631 inmates, 98 prison staff, 157 family members, 78 police officers, and 440 government agency officers have been screened with a positivity rate of 4.7%," he said.He added that the crowded condition of the lock-up had allowed the infection to spread rapidly.

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With the latest cases, Malaysia's total COVID-19 infections rose to 9,459

No new deaths were recorded today, leaving the total number of COVID-19 related fatalities at 128, or 1.36%, of total cases.

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PRN Sarawak: Calon Tertua & Termuda Pilihan Raya Negeri Ke-12 Sarawak Jadi Tumpuan

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Presiden Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh, 79, menjadi calon tertua bertanding pada Pilihan Raya Negeri (PRN) Sarawak ke-12, manakala yang termuda terdiri daripada dua calon, masing-masing berusia 24 tahun

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Wong, adalah bekas Menteri Perdagangan Antarabangsa dan E-Perniagaan Sarawak yang juga pernah memegang jawatan Menteri Kewangan Kedua Negeri, bertanding di kawasan Dewan Undangan Negeri (DUN) Bawang Assan buat kali ketujuh, bagi mempertahankan kerusi DUN yang menjadi miliknya sejak 1991.Antara calon lain yang bertanding adalah calon PKR bagi DUN Batu Lintang Cherishe Ng Phuay Hui dan calon Parti Bumi Kenyalang (PBK) bagi DUN Nangka Olivia Lim Wen Sia menjadi calon termuda dalam PRN kali ini. Selain itu, terdapat enam lagi calon berusia 30 tahun ke bawah, dengan empat daripadanya mewakili PBK iaitu yakni Michelle Ling Shyan Mih (Bawang Assan), Jenny Wong Khing Ling (Semop) dan Chelea Vanessa Anak William (Kemena). Masing-masing berumur 25 tahun, manakala Dyanne Oshield Nickson (Lambir) berumur 28 tahun.

Dua lagi adalah calon berumur 26 tahun yang terdiri daripada Brolin Nicholsion Benedict Achung (Bukit Semuja) yang mewakili DAP dan Intanurazean Wan Sapuan Daud (Nangka) daripada PSB.

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Sebagai rekod, seramai 349 calon akan bertanding pada Pilihan Raya Negeri (PRN) Sarawak pada 18 Disember ini selepas berjaya menyerahkan kertas pencalonan mereka hari ini.Pertembungan berbilang penjuru akan mewarnai kesemua 82 kerusi Dewan Undangan Negeri (DUN) Sarawak, dengan pertembungan terbesar membabitkan lapan calon di kerusi yang memiliki majoriti Cina di Dudong.Calon akan bertembung satu lawan satu di empat kerusi, tiga penjuru di 13 kerusi, empat penjuru di 33 kerusi, lima penjuru di 24 kerusi, dan enam penjuru di tujuh kerusi.

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This Newly Renovated Terrace House In Bangsar Looks Like It Could Be A Muji Showroom

There's a terrace house located in a quiet neighbourhood in Bangsar that used to look like this...

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After one and a half years of renovation, the 1950s house was transformed into an airy, nature-inspired home!

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A unique feature about the house is that it has been designed to fit two families

After noticing the soar of property prices in KL, design firm Tetawowe Atelier - led by architects Wong Wei Ping and Huei Miin Lim - came up with a project to appeal to young working individuals who aren't able to afford an entire home."[The] aim is to encourage young adults to share land with another individual, without sacrificing their privacy and the needs of having comfortable space for a home," Huei Miin explained to SAYS.

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Splitting the house into two required the team to work with a narrow 10-foot width of space.
So, they maximised the house vertically by creating multiple split levels to make it more spacious.

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Tucked at the back of the house is a compact single-storey unit for a caretaker, which can be accessed through the back alley, Huei Miin shared with SAYS.

They also kept the wall colours light and fresh and installed thin metal structures to compliment the minimalist theme

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The house was also given plenty of openings for natural light to filter in, adding to the illusion of space

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At the front, a mezzanine deck was set up connecting to the top bedroom

According to the designer, "The deck also functions as a floating garden for the house, with potted plants and creepers growing on the screens".

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IKEA's New Ginger Tiramisu & Walnut Brownie Cheesecake Smoothies Taste Just Like Christmas

It's November. That means Christmas is nearly less than a MONTH away! YASSSSSSSSS.

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And what better way to usher in this festive season than with IKEA's newest drinks...
Introducing their new limited edition Ginger Tiramisu and Walnut Brownie Cheesecake smoothies!

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The Walnut Brownie Cheesecake smoothie has a malt taste that reminds us of everything cosy and festive. You have the option to have it topped with lots of whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Walnut Brownie Cheesecake smoothie.
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On the other hand, the Ginger Tiramisu smoothie might sound like a strange combination at first, but it actually tastes really refreshing. It's like gingerbread as a shake!

Ginger Tiramisu smoothie.
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Both smoothies are going for RM9.90 each and are only available for a limited time so you'll wanna hurry and get it!

The drinks are available at IKEA's cafes in IPC and MyTown Shopping Centres from today, 3 November, until the end of December.

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Time to put the tree up and get festive with these upcoming Netflix films and series:

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'Tis the season to be jolly so get some popcorn and enjoy watching these at home!

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Hannah Yeoh: Be Wary Of Scams Posing As Fundraising Campaigns To Reduce National Debt

Malaysians have been advised to wait for official instructions from Putrajaya before donating to fundraising campaigns aimed at alleviating the country's RM1 trillion debt

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"If anybody sees people soliciting money online on behalf of the government, it's best not to respond. Wait for an official announcement by the cabinet," Segambut MP Hannah Yeoh told reporters after a PH thanksgiving function in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, 27 May.Today, 28 May, she took to her Facebook page to reiterate her sentiments that the public should be careful of fundraising campaigns.

Yeoh found it touching that people wanted to help reduce the government's burden, as it shows that "Malaysians are taking ownership of their country again"

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"We have communicated that to the cabinet to see how they (the people) can actually help, because everybody just wants to play their part," said Yeoh.However, the Segambut MP said that the Pakatan Harapan MPs are unable to assist with donations until after 6 June. "Until we are sworn in, we cannot write letters or sign forms," she explained. "There are many other ways you can help the government. If you owe income tax or summonses, you can settle them," Yeoh added.

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng also said that he had been approached by hawkers and traders asking about ways to help

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"I just received a call from the Taman Tun Market Association. They want to donate to our country to repay the debt, so they asked me how to go about it," said the DAP leader.

Last Thursday, Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng gave a breakdown of the government's debt and liabilities:

                Here's An Official Breakdown Of Malaysia's RM1 Trillion Debt

It's actually RM1.087 trillion

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Durian Condoms Have Arrived In Malaysia

Guys and gals, don't be surprised if you come across durian-flavoured condoms in your nearest pharmacy or convenience store the next time you go condom-shopping.

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ONE Condom, a new player in the Malaysian condom industry, has come up with a durian-flavoured condom to - in their own words - "satisfy your durian cravings"! ;)

We gotta give it the ONE, the packaging is really nice!
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Wondering what it smells like? We actually took it for a test run. :p

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Enjoy More Financial Freedom With 360° Home Ownership Assistance From Purchase To Move-In

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This Spotlight is sponsored by Gamuda Land.

When it comes to buying a home, one of the things that people worry about is getting tied up financially

From the downpayment and renovation costs, to monthly instalments, and not to mention maintenance fees, buying a home can feel like a big burden to your wallet.

That's why Gamuda Land wants to help you enjoy financial freedom and own your dream home with their 360° Ultimate Home Booster campaign

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With this campaign, you'll get to enjoy three different kinds of boosters that will make it easier for you to attain the home of your dreams.

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The Gamuda Land Booster Home 2.0 Campaign and HOC 2021 (initiated by Housing and Local Government) is only valid until 31 December, so hurry and register your interest on Gamuda Land's website before it ends!

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PDRM To Investigate Video Of Alleged VIP's Luxury Car Breaking Traffic Rules

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A video of a luxury car violating traffic rules on a congested road in Kelantan recently went viral on social media

The 38-second clip has been republished on various social media platforms.It shows a black Toyota Alphard with heavily tinted windows overtaking vehicles in front of it while ignoring double lines on the road and an oncoming lorry from the opposite direction.According to Utusan Malaysia, the incident is believed to have taken place on Jalan Bukit Marak-Binjai in Kota Bharu.

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Netizens allege that the vehicle with the registration number 'P45' belongs to a deputy minister.
A formal report on the incident has been lodged and authorities have decided to investigate the matter.

Kelantan Traffic Enforcement Investigation Department head Supt Suhaimi Jusoh confirmed with Utusan Malaysia that the police received a complaint about the incident."The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless and dangerous driving that disturbs other road users," he added.

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According to the law, individuals found guilty of reckless driving that is dangerous to the public can be punished with imprisonment or a fine

Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 carries the punishment of imprisonment for a term of not less than two years and not more than ten years.Besides that, an individual charged under Section 41(1) may also be liable to a fine of not less than RM5,000 and not more than RM20,000.

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Woman In Kuching Drowns Despite 2 Men's Best Efforts To Rescue Her From Sinking Car

A body of an elderly woman was recovered from a vehicle that sank into the Sarawak River in Kuching yesterday, 24 February

The incident happened near the Satok Suspension Bridge around 10.30am on Wednesday, reported The Borneo Post.The 70-year-old woman is said to have driven her car off a ramp near the bridge, causing it to sink 15m deep into the river.A video showing a silver Perodua Kenari partially submerged in the water went viral on social media. Two rescuers on a tiny boat can be seen trying to save the woman.One of the men on the boat — who introduced himself as Bonnie — said he was at the scene to clean garbage in the river in that morning, reported The Star.As soon as he and his friend saw the submerging vehicle, they rushed over and tried to save the driver.

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"My partner and I tried to open the car door to rescue the old woman, but all four doors were locked; we had no tools to break the window," he said

"The old woman saw that we had failed and sent us a signal to stop saving her, but we did not give up. We tried using a rope to pull the car out of the water."According to China Press, the rope eventually broke. They could only watch the vehicle continue sinking.14 firemen from the Fire and Rescue Department were deployed to the scene and it took them about three hours to retrieve the body of the woman.

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It is learnt that the victim's family members lost contact with her after she went out on Wednesday morning

China Press reported that a missing person notice was later launched on the Internet. However, when the family members saw her again, the elderly woman had already passed on.Kuching police chief ACP Awang Din Awang Gani told The Borneo Post that police are currently investigating the matter.

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CID Chief's Bank Account Was Frozen By Australian Authorities. Here's All You Need To Know

An Australian bank account belonging to Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Najmuddin Mohd was frozen on suspicion of money laundering or criminal activity

Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Najmuddin Mohd
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This was revealed by Sydney Morning Herald (SMH) in a report published on 2 March."One week after the decorated public official concluded an Australian trip in 2016, the account received a flurry of suspicious cash deposits."The account balance grew by nearly AUD290,000 in a month, mostly in structured deposits below AUD10,000, the threshold above which law enforcement agencies receive mandatory notifications," SMH wrote in its report.It was reported that the bank account which has about AUD320,000 (about RM970,000) was frozen after the Australian Federal Police (AFP) filed a freezing and forfeiture application with the New South Wales Supreme Court and won it last March.

Here's what we've learned so far about the case:

1. Wan Ahmad had been in Australia for a total of nine times since 2001

Here's a brief timeline of key events leading up to the account being frozen, according to SMH's report:• 2011 to 2012: Wan Ahmad made three visits to Australia between this period of time, declaring AUD112,000 to Australian customs. In one of these visits, he opened an account in his own name at the Commonwealth Bank’s Haymarket branch in Sydney's CBD.• December 2012: AUD30,000 was deposited into the account from three different location, one day after Wan Ahmad arrived in Australia. A sum of AUD8,000 was also withdrawn from the same account.• September 2016: The account lay dormant for several years until September 2016, when cash was deposited into the account from five different states. This was just six days after Wan Ahmad's final trip to Australia in recent years.• March 2017: The AFP won a forfeiture order, in which it prevents a person from accessing funds held in a bank account.

2. It was reported that Wan Ahmad was cleared of wrongdoing but "has not tried to" get back his money, allegedly because legal fees would be too expensive

Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Najmuddin Mohd seen with Senior Australian Federal Police (AFP) liaison officer Jason Byrnes in 2017.
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The SMH report cited assistant director of the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) integrity department, Allaudeen Abdul Majid, who said that an internal investigation was conducted and findings from the probe found that the funds were lawfully obtained from the sale of a house for his children's education. It was learned that Wan Ahmad had entrusted the fund to a close friend, Seenisirajudeen Mohamad Basith, an Indian national who has since returned to India, to make the cash transfer into the said bank account in Australia."Unknown to Dato' Sri Wan Ahmad Najmuddin Bin Mohd, the money was transferred without compliance to Australian laws. The whole episode was an oversight. No malice was intended to break any laws including Australia's," Allaudeen wrote, as reported by SMH.

3. The Malaysian authorities also confirmed that an internal inquiry into the case was conducted in 2016 when they were made aware of the matter

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Following the report by SMH, both Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Mohamad Fuzi Harun and Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Noor Rashid Ibrahim, have issued statements saying that local authorities found no wrongdoing in the case."We did our own internal checks and discovered that the amount was obtained through a sale of a house in Shah Alam in 2016. Based on our own investigation, there was no wrongdoing or malice discovered," Noor Rashid told The Star Online when contacted last Friday, 2 March. It was learned that the findings from the investigations by the Malaysian authorities were also submitted to the Australian authorities, one week before the AFP won a forfeiture order.

4. Nevertheless, the local authorities will look into the matter if and when someone lodges a report

TheSun reported MACC deputy chief commissioner (operations) Datuk Seri Azam Baki as saying that an investigation will be initiated provided that there are evidence of wrongdoing. "It (the police integrity department) has taken the necessary steps to determine this and they should know the case better. We have to be fair to him (Wan Ahmad) too. However, we have read the article (by the Australian media) which comes from an open source and have taken note of all the information given to us."We will look into it if a complaint which is viable for us to investigate is lodged with us. Of course we need evidence, then we need to liaise with the Australian authorities if an investigation is decided. So far there has been no party that has come forward," Azam Baki was quoted as saying.

5. Meanwhile, a DAP lawmaker has raised questions on why Wan Ahmad did not try to reclaim the seized money

Segambut MP Lim Lip Eng issued a statement questioning why there was no effort on Wan Ahmad's part to reclaim the hard-earned money for his children's education from the Australian government."Why did he (Wan Ahmad) choose to lose a total of AUD320,000 instead of getting the services of a 'no cure, no pay' lawyer there to claim the money?" he asked in his statement that was published on DAP's website."He should have no problem getting such a lawyer if he can agree to pay 50% or more of the AUD320,000 amount for legal fees, after successfully recovering the money. Perhaps he has more money in other overseas accounts, and the loss of AUD320,000 does not directly threaten his children's education plan?" Lim added.

6. However, Deputy Home Minister Nur Jazlan Mohamed claimed that Australia used the media to embarrass Malaysia

Deputy Home Minister Nur Jazlan Mohamed
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Bernama reported Nur Jazlan as saying that the Australian authorities should have taken action against Wan Ahmad instead of resorting to disclosing information to their local media if the latter was guilty of any wrongdoing. "I have no idea why the Australian government had done so (revealed information via the media). If this was a crime involving money laundering, take action (against the CID director)."However, that was not the case. They only used the media to embarrass Malaysia," he was quoted as saying.

Earlier this year, a Malaysian was sentenced to jail in the US for operating a brothel that lured women to work as prostitutes:

                Malaysian Jailed In The US For Running A Brothel And Money Laundering Scheme

He is among the three people who were recently convicted in the case and sentenced to imprisonment.

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11-Year-Old Chinese Boy Chained Up Like An Animal By His Own Family. Why?

In a shocking example of (mis)handling mental disorders, an 11-year-old mentally-ill Chinese boy has been chained in rural China

He Zili has been pictured walking along the narrow lanes of his village shackled to his father, who did not want to be named, in the eastern coastal province of Zhejiang.

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Eleven-year-old He Zili stands outside his home as his father holds onto the chain locked around his ankle.
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The boy was also seen chained to a pillar at his home.
Zili injured his head when he was one year old and started suffering from mental disorders.

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Boy's grandfather cries as he holds his foot, which is chained to a pillar, at their home in Zhejiang province
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He Zili runs along an alley outside his home, as his father (not pictured) pulls on the chain

t started after Zili injured his head when he was a one-year-old.
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According to his family, they had no choice but to restrain him on chains as he had a tendency to attack those around him

He Zili's grandfather holds onto the chains at their home in Zhejiang province, China
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Zili is currently being looked after by his physically disabled grandfather and his intellectually handicapped father after his mother died of cancer.

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According to He Zili's family, they had no choice but to restrain him on chains as he had a tendency to attack those around him
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Zili plays in a yard as his grandfather holds onto a chain locked around his ankle at their home in Zhejiang province

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The chain around the ankle of eleven-year-old He Zili is seen in his home

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“Terima Kasih Abang Bomba” - Semangat Nak Keluar, Sekali Lupa Kunci Tertinggal Dalam Rumah

Siapa saja yang tak excited kan bila nak keluar berjalan, lebih-lebih lagi bagi orang perempuan

Walaupun kita berada dalam keadaan yang gembira kerana ingin keluar, harus diingatkan juga agar memastikan barangan seperti dompet atau kunci kereta dibawa.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok baru-baru ini apabila seorang wanita terkunci di celah pintu rumahnya kerana tertinggal kunci di dalam.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @w4w4zu4 ####fyp  Seharusnya Aku - Elsa Pitaloka

Terlupa kunci tertinggal dalam rumah, terpaksa panggil suami datang bantu

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan wanita itu baru saja menutup pintu rumahnya sebelum ingin membuka pagar di depan.Namun, dia tiba-tiba akhirnya menyedari bahawa kunci rumahnya itu tertinggal di dalam. Apa yang lebih malang, wanita itu sekali gus terperangkap di antara pintu rumah dan pagar.Selepas hampir satu jam terperangkap, wanita berkenaan akhirnya menghubungi suaminya supaya datang membantu. Si suami tergelak apabila melihat si isteri yang terpaksa berpanas dan duduk di celah pintu itu. Dia malah sempat bergurau dengan wanita itu untuk berusaha membuka pintu.Lihat video penuh sambungan itu di bawah:

  @w4w4zu4 Reply to @kusyaz910619   original sound  - 4zu4

"Nasib baik lah handphone ada, kalau takda handphone lagi lama dia duduk dalam tu" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat video tersebut.Malah, ada juga yang berkongsi pengalaman sama kerana terperangkap akibat tertinggal kunci.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 7,828 likes, 146 comments dan 35 shares di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Adoi, tak pasal-pasal kena berpanas kat situ ya. Lain kali kena beringat :P

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Study Finds COVID-19 Can Stay In The Air For Hours And On Surfaces For Several Days

A new study has found that the novel coronavirus can survive as droplets in the air and on surfaces for several days

The US government-funded study that was published yesterday, 17 March, saw scientists from the country's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) verifying that the COVID-19 virus is still infectious outside of the body, but slowly loses its viability over time.The findings lend a clue into why the current pandemic is far greater than its predecessor, the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak in 2003, despite both the coronaviruses having similar levels of survival on outside surfaces.

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The scientists attempted to mimic how the virus stays in the air or settles on everyday household surfaces by coughing, touching, and sneezing

In their study that was published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), they found that the new coronavirus was detectable for up to two to three days on plastic and stainless steel, and for up to 24 hours on cardboard.According to Reuters, the team also used a nebuliser to simulate the microscopic droplets that people make when coughing or sneezing, and found that the virus was detectable for up to three hours in the air.

A woman using a nebuliser.
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The researchers also found that the COVID-19 performed similarly to the SARS virus in these experimental circumstances

But, as New Straits Times reported, their similar viability fails to explain why the current coronavirus pandemic has now infected close to 200,000 people and caused almost 8,000 deaths worldwide, while the SARS epidemic had infected much less at 8,000 and killed nearly 800."This indicates that differences in the epidemiologic characteristics of these viruses probably arise from other factors, including high viral loads in the upper respiratory tract and the potential for persons infected with [COVID-19] to shed and transmit the virus while asymptomatic," wrote the scientists.

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The study hopes that their findings can offer guidance on how to help individuals avoid contracting the disease and provide information for more countrywide mitigation efforts

While it has attracted much attention, some critics have voiced their disagreement and said the study has overstated the airborne threat, also questioning whether the nebuliser had accurately imitated a human cough or sneeze.However, as stated by AFP, the findings are in line with advice from public health professionals to keep practicing social distancing and frequent handwashing, cover coughs and sneezes, and regularly disinfect surfaces with cleaning sprays or wipes.

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Here's a list of household disinfectants and cleaning products effective against the novel coronavirus:

                Singapore NEA Lists 18 Cleaning Products That Are Effective In Fighting COVID-19

There is more to it than just hand sanitisers.

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While Malaysia is under the Restriction Movement Order, keep practising good personal hygiene:

                Simple Class Project Shows Why Washing Hands Is More Effective Than Using Hand Sanitisers

CDC recommends using a hand sanitiser with at least 60% alcohol, only if soap and water are not available.

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                Goofy WHO Expert Demonstrates The Correct Way To Wear A Face Mask

"It works if you do it properly."

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Khairulaming Terpaksa Batal '30 Hari 30 Resepi Sahur' Akibat Kesan Sampingan Covid-19

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Tagline 'Hey, what’s up guys!' yang dikenali ramai dan sering dinanti-nantikan apabila tiba bulan Ramadan sudah tidak asing lagi buat masyarakat Malaysia

Terkenal dengan resepinya yang pelbagai dan juga produknya Sambal Nyet, Khairul Amin Kamarulzaman atau lebih dikenali sebagai Khairulaming terpaksa membatalkan rancangan ‘30 Hari 30 Resepi’ edisi sahur untuk Ramadan tahun ini.Content creator merangkap usahawan yang berasal daripada Kelantan itu membuat keputusan untuk tidak meneruskan rancangannya akibat kesan sampingan Covid-19 yang dihadapi. Dia dipercayai dijangkiti virus tersebut seminggu sebelum bulan puasa bermula.Khairulaming berkongsi berita itu di Twitter miliknya yang mempunyai sebanyak 1.1 juta pengikut.“Aku taknak push diri dalam badan tak sihat untuk deliver video kalau aku sendiri tak enjoy buat benda tu. Due to this reason aku akan stop dahulu video sahur and focus pada video berbuka and live sahaja,” kongsi Khairulaming.

Tahun ni kita dah start shooting puasa dari 1 Januari sebab nak prepare awal and cuma tinggal voice over and editing je sikit sbb nak buat time puasa. Cuma aku tak expect seminggu sebelum puasa aku kena covid and side effect dia mmg kacau habis semua benda (1/6)— Khairulaming (@khairulaming) April 7, 2022

Aku taknak push diri dalam badan tak sihat utk deliver video kalau aku sendiri tak enjoy buat benda tu. Due to this reason aku akan stop dahulu video sahur and focus pada video berbuka and live sahaja (3/6)— Khairulaming (@khairulaming) April 7, 2022

Terus berkongsi resepi juadah berbuka puasa seperti biasa kerana kebanyakan video sudah pun siap

Khairulaming turut berkongsi pengalamannya dijangkiti Covid-19 di mana dia mengatakan ia mungkin seolah-olah demam biasa namun side effect penyakit itu amat memberi kesan kepadanya.Food content creator yang sudah lama berkongsi resepi sejak tahun 2018 ini sudah berjaya meraih sebanyak 3.3 juta pengikut di Instagram dan video Khairulaming sudah menjadi sebahagian daripada bulan Ramadan untuk masyarakat Malaysia dek kerana resepinya yang sering membuat penonton terliur.Setakat ini Khairulaming telah memuat naik lebih 200 video resepi di media sosial miliknya yang terdiri daripada pelbagai jenis makanan lokal, minuman, kuih-muih dan banyak lagi.

"Kesihatan tu penting, resepi berbuka tu pun dah cukup baik sangat dah. Terima kasih KA" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen memberikan kata-kata semangat dan berharap Khairulaming cepat sembuh.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, posting berkenaan telah meraih 4,742 retweets dan 13.9K likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

Kesihatan lebih penting, utamakan kesihatan dan jika mampu hidangkan video masakan yang semestinya menarik. Semoga cepat sembuh @khairulaming— Xavier Naxa (@XavierNaxa) April 7, 2022

kesihatan tu penting, resepi berbuka tu pun dah cukup baik sangat dah TT TT . terima kasih KA— Irsyid Forger || ramadhan arc (@el_montel) April 7, 2022

Health is wealth so take care KA. Apa2 pun we all semua doakan yg elok2 je and we’ll keep supporting dont worry okay! Chaiyok! — Fiefiezaza (@fiezapurple) April 7, 2022

I tengok pun i penat, cause it’s not easyyyy. Rest well guysss.— Yien  (@yiyieeen) April 7, 2022

Take care bro, your health is thousands more important than entertaining us. Surely those Sahur videos could be put into other plans such as menus for breakfast— em_yusoff (@zee_yusoff) April 7, 2022

Jaga diri, jangan terlalu memaksa. Tak apa, kami faham. Yang penting Khairulaming sihat fizikal dan mental. Rehat dulu. — Raes ● (@iRaesmee) April 7, 2022

syafakallah. moga Allah membalas kebaikan share content yg memudahkan pelbagai lapisan masyarakat yg buntu untuk masak berbuka apa.— ThePrMan   (@syadeedPr) April 7, 2022

Allahu, kita yang tumpang ikut resipi dia pulak yang mintak maaf. Video & content sekarang pun dah cukup perfect plus KA siap tambah resipi sahur lagi. Dah cukup banyak dah. Kita tak boleh nak puaskan hati semua orang. Health is wealth. Kerana dirimu begitu berharga. Stay safe KA— Nabila  (@syaabellaa) April 7, 2022

Take care aming . Don’t push yourself. —  (@meranlee) April 7, 2022

That's okay man. Maybe video sahur tu you can make it into video simple breakfast ideas ke. I'm sure banyak je yang nak idea untuk sarapan.— Hoeism. (@h0eizm) April 8, 2022

Semoga Khairulaming cepat sembuh agar dapat berkongsi lebih banyak resepi untuk kita semua :)

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Former Paralympian Working At Petrol Station Now Ready To Take NSC Job Offer

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Former national sprinter Raduan Emeari who works at a petrol station in Kuala Selangor said he is now ready to accept a job offer from the National Sports Council (NSC)

According to Selangorkini, the 39-year-old was offered a job as an assistant trainer and hopes that he will be able to contribute and help the national team."I refused before because I had family problems, but now I am ready to help the country's battle," said the father of one."I will use the knowledge and experience that I have to help other athletes with disabilities to succeed and progress to new heights."

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A few days after the photo of the former Paralympian went viral, the state government paid him a visit at his home in Kampung Bukit Belimbing, Kuala Selangor on 10 September

Besides extending other job opportunities, Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated (MBI) head of corporate social responsibility Ahmad Azri Zainal Nor said they also gave Raduan cash and food baskets to ease his burdens."We found out about Raduan's story from social media and tried our best to track him down," he said."This assistance is also the continuation of contributions offered to several former athletes and celebrities who were facing difficulties before."Raduan was also visited by the Selangor Menteri Besar's political secretary Juwairiya Zulklifli, and representatives from the Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) and Selangor Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Raduan and his mother looking at the necessities they received during the visit.
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Raduan worked at the petrol station after being dropped from the NSC's Podium Programme in 2017 as a competitive sprinter

The athlete, who was born with cerebral palsy, competed in 100m and 400m (T36) events.He represented Malaysia in several editions of the ASEAN Para Games, including Philippines (2005), Thailand (2008), Indonesia (2011), Myanmar (2014), Singapore (2015), and Kuala Lumpur (2017), and won five gold medals during that period.He also competed in the Guangzhou 2010 Para Asian Games and the subsequent edition in Incheon in 2014, as well as the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games.

Malaysians learnt about Raduan after a photo of him working at a petrol station prompted concern about his welfare:

                Photo Of Former Paralympian Working At A Petrol Station In Selangor Prompts Concern

Some questioned the lack of incentives and jobs for national athletes after retirement.

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"I Bangga Status Janda Sebab..." Fasha Sandha Luah Isi Hati Pertama Kali Jadi Ibu Tunggal

Bila membahas tentang kehidupan seorang selebriti, di fikiran setiap individu pastinya kehidupan mereka (selebriti) ini begitu sempurna tiada cacat cela, bukan?

Namun sebenarnya, kehidupan mereka paling sering dikelilingi dengan masalah. Walau sekecil manapun masalah yang dihadapi, masyarakat di luar sana tetap akan membesar dan menghebohkan lagi permasalahan mereka. Ia seolah-olah apa yang mereka hadapi itu adalah sesuatu yang tidak pernah dihadapi oleh masyarakat lain.Mereka tetap manusia, mereka tetap ada kekurangan, mereka tetap ada masalah peribadi sama seperti manusia lain. Jadi janganlah kita berbicara seolah-olah mereka ini hanya dikelilingi oleh kemewahan dan populariti sehingga tiada kekurangan.

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Buang mentaliti lapuk seperti itu. Ingat bahawa selebriti yang terkenal juga turut bertungkus-lumus mencari wang untuk kehidupan seharian dan mempunyai masalah tersendiri.

Sebagai contoh, selebriti terkenal iaitu Fasha Sandha baru-baru ini telah memuatnaik status di laman Instagram yang menjelaskan tentang pasang surut kehidupannya sebagai selebriti

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Posting tersebut berjaya meraih lebih 77 ribu likes dan 1 ribu lebih komen ketika artikel ini ditulis. Kebanyakan pengguna Instagram turut memberikan kata-kata semangat buat dirinya.Baca penuh di bawah:

Gambar yang dimuatnaik merupakan hari pertama mereka hidup bertiga iaitu pada 4 Disember 2015

         View this post on Instagram           Gambar kenangan pada 4 Dec 2015, Hari pertama kami hidup bertiga  Ramai kata, Fasha,wanita besi. Eh, sejujurnya not all the time jadi besi..there are times jadi besi karat juga (tapi tak suka tunjuk) Dalam dunia ni, akan ada haters dan ada juga ramai lovers.Haters will hate, no matter what.Setiap kebaikan yang kita buat, akan tetap ada silap dimata haters, tapi peduli apa kan,... teruskan buat apa yg kita suka. Tak semua orang suka kita happy, Ada juga yang rasa gembira dan suka bila kita down. Jadi jangan tunjuk kita lemah. Walaupun adakalanya kita lemah. Ada juga orang kata, eh artis ni suka bercerai berai ke.Eh hellloooo, bukan artis je bercerai berai, orang bukan artis lagi banyak bercerai berai cuma tak masuk paper je, sbb orang tak peduli. Artis juga selalu akan cuba yang terbaik untuk selamatkan perkahwinan, tapi bila tak berjaya, itu adalah takdir. Sekurang2 nya kita cuba perbaiki apa yang boleh untuk selamatkan perkahwinan. Being Single Is Better Than Being With the Wrong Person. I was a Janda before and im so PROUD with that title. Sbb apa? Sebab I janda yang berkerjaya, cari duit untuk family, tak meraih simpati dan kuat. Takde apa nak malu pun dengan title ‘Janda’ tu...Now Allah bagi peluang kedua utk menerima pasangan baru. Ini pun PINJAMAN juga daripada Allah, cuma apa yang i buat, selalu berdoa agar pinjaman kali ini berkekalan hingga akhir hayat atau #tilljannah..Insyaallah. Jadi perempuan ni kena la kuat, Supaya takde orang boleh tindas kita. Yang penting, kena bekerja dan simpan duit dalam bank. Supaya kita tetap bersedia, itu nasihat i selalu pada my sisters. I am an aries, sejenis kuat. Ada masa i boleh buat taktau je dan tak layan . Ada masa, perlu lawan , kena lawan. Jangan biarkan orang buli kita selalu, kalau rasa perlu jawab, jawab. tak payah nak diam all the time, nanti orang pijak kepala kita. But remember this, ‘Not all forms of abuse leave bruises’ kalau rasa benda tu bodoh utk dilayan just IGNORE. LIFE IS Too short. Jangan sedih, bangun dan buktikan, anda Kuat dan berani! yakinlah bahawa akan ada kemanisan dalam kepahitan yang terjadi. Sooner or later. Pasti ada.EX iSMC(independent single mom club)  @pinography A post shared by  Fasha Sandha (@fashasandha) on Sep 11, 2019 at 5:56pm PDT

Fasha Sandha kini telah sah bergelar seorang isteri kepada aktor, Aidil Aziz dan ini merupakan perkahwinan kedua buat dirinya

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Semoga pasangan ini kekal bahagia buat selamanya.

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[MUTAKHIR] Najib Dijangka Respon Kepada Dr Mahathir MALAM INI Di TV3

Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak dijangka akan memberi tindak balas kepada tuduhan membunuh yang dilemparkan oleh bekas Perdana Menteri, Tun Dr Mahathir dalam satu wawancara di TV3

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Mahathir pada bulan ini sahaja telah mencatatkan tiga entri blog "pedas" yang mempersoalkan kredibiliti Najib sebagai Perdana Menteri.

Dr M bertanya siapakah individu yang mengarahkan pembunuhan wanita Mongolia, Altantuya Shaariibuu dan mempersoalkan dakwaan salah urus Najib atas idea 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB)

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Perdana Menteri dituduh terbabit dalam kes pembunuhan Altantuya pada 2006 selepas komando polis yang berkhidmat sebagai pengawal peribadi beliau ketika itu telah disabitkan kesalahan atas pembunuhan itu, manakala sekutu Najib, Abdul Razak Baginda telah dibebaskan.  Ahli Parlimen BN, bagaimanapun, mendakwa Najib dikaitkan dengan pembunuhan itu kerana dia mengangkat sumpah laknat bahawa dia tidak pernah mengenali Altantuya.

Selama ini Najib memilih untuk berdiam diri dan tidak menjawab segala spekulasi yang dilontarkan kepada beliau, termasuk soal hutang 1MDB yang mencecah RM42 bilion

PM sebelum ini mengarahkan audit dijalankan keatas sebuah firma Kementerian Kewangan selepas Sarawak Report mendedahkan 1MDB memasukkan dana kepada hartawan Jho Low, yang dikatakan mempunyai hubungan rapat dengan Najib dalam usaha sama 1MDB-PetroSaudi.Walau bagaimanapun, PetroSaudi berkata kesemua dana itu adalah milik entiti PetroSaudi manakala 1MDB berkata mereka telah mendapatkan semula jumlah pelaburan sebanyak AS $1 bilion (RM3.63 bilion) itu dan kini tidak wujud lagi usaha sama tersebut.

Seorang pembantu kepada Perdana Menteri mengesahkan temuduga itu akan disiarkan pada jam sama ada 10 atau 11 MALAM INI

Persoalan dan jawapan khas bersama TV3 akan memberi fokus kepada "politik dan ekonomi", menurut sumber di stesen tersebut.


You Won't Like Watching How Chicks Are Dyed

This photo showing a large cardboard box filled with fluffy chicks dyed in rainbow of colours may look both cute and attractive...

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...however, the process behind how the chicks are dyed is sickening

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As a short video posted on YouTube, and then re-posted by several media pages on Facebook, shows just how the little creatures are shovelled into a plastic bucket and tossed like salad, aggressively, up and down in the air in order to spread the green dye around:

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The video, hard to watch, showcases the grim reality behind these neon-hued creatures and the complete disregard for their safety


Promosi Makanan & Minuman Paling 'Best' Sempena 12.12 Yang Anda Wajib Serbu. Murah Betul!

Walaupun 11.11 sudah berlalu, kini 12.12 pula tiba dengan pelbagai promosi menarik!
Jika anda sentiasa tercari-cari diskaun makanan dan minuman yang murah, jangan lepaskan peluang keemasan ini. :D

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1. Baskin Robbins

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Sempena 12 Disember, Baskin Robbins menawarkan Sundae, Chilled Affogato, Blast dan Milkshake (Jr.) hanya untuk RM12 sahaja. Promosi ini boleh ditebus di mana-mana cawangan Baskin Robbins di seluruh Malaysia.*Tertakluk kepada terma dan syarat.Dapatkan maklumat lanjut di sini.

2. Manhattan Fish Market

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Nikmati promosi 'Buy 1 Free 1' di Manhattan Fish Market apabila anda membeli Spicy Baked (RM25) atau Mediterranean Baked Dory (RM25). Promosi ini boleh ditebus di mana-mana cawangan Manhattan Fish Market di seluruh Malaysia.Dapatkan maklumat lanjut di sini.

3. Secret Recipe

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Jom sambut 12.12 bersama Secret Recipe dengan menikmati satu set hidangan utama dan Ice Plum Lime Juice hanya untuk RM12 sahaja. Promosi ini hanya berlangsung dari pukul 11 pagi hingga 3 petang sahaja.Dapatkan maklumat lanjut di sini.

4. McDonald's

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Nikmati hidangan McDonald's dengan mendapat diskaun sebanyak RM12 apabila anda menggunakan McDelivery. Promosi ini tertakluk bermula dari 5 Disember hingga 24 Disember.Dapatkan maklumat lanjut di sini.

5. Burger King x Shopee

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Jika anda tidak mahu beratur panjang di restoran, anda juga boleh membeli kupon Burger King di Shopee dan gunakan sepanjang bulan Disember. Promosi ini tertakluk kepada terma dan syarat. Dapatkan maklumat lanjut di sini.

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How This "Saudi Prince" Conned 18 Malaysians Into Working For Free

An Iraqi refugee "hired" 18 Malaysians to work for him by impersonating as a Saudi Arabian prince

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theSun reported yesterday, 26 July, that the man claimed to be Prince Sheikh Prof Dr. Al Mansour, who owns AMRIG International Groups (Malaysia).The "Prince" also alleged that he owns 33 subsidiaries involving gold trade, oil and gas, as well as marine and shipping.

The 18 victims never received their promised salaries, ranging between RM7,000 and RM15,000

One of the victims said she came across job vacancies at the company in April, and had applied for the positions of Personal Assistant and IT Manager."During the job interview, the man had asked me to address him as 'Royal Highness'," the woman was quoted as saying by theSun at a media conference at the Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) Public Services and Complaints Department yesterday, 26 July.

Screenshot of AMRIG's website.
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Sin Chew Daily reported that AMRIG owed the victim RM21,588 in total for salary and overtime."When I confronted him (the "Prince") about my salary, he promised to pay me after he received his financial support from his royal family. He said his family is very rich and he is stable financially. I trusted him then," she said.After having not received her RM7,000 pay for nearly three months, the woman resigned from the company on 2 July.

According to another victim, the AMRIG owner looked trustworthy as he was seen engaging with foreign "investors" in exclusive settings

AMRIG's company logo.
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Sin Chew Daily reported the victim as saying that although the "Prince" had never attended business meetings or events, he was often seen at parties with the "investors".However, despite claiming to own expensive cars such as Rolls-Royce and having bodyguards, the "Prince" was only seen driving a Mercedes and a Honda.

The "Prince", who was last seen on 2 July, has since disappeared

The 18 victims have lodged police reports against the AMRIG owner.In light of these cases, MCA Public Services and Complaints Department head Datuk Seri Michael Chong warned Malaysians against falling for similar tactics. "The ultimate sign of a job scam is when jobseekers receive offers for positions they did not apply for. The high salaries offered can cloud the victim's judgement," Chong added.

In other news, a Malaysian was nearly conned into paying for something she did not order last month:

                A Malaysian Was Almost Scammed Into Paying RM288 For Something She Did Not Order

The parcel was sent from China.

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Indonesia's Team Cilor Crowned Champions Of IGN Southeast Asia's Mobile Legends Tournament

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Just last week, the finals of Squad Up: Athena, a Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) tournament, was held.
After fierce competition from Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines, team Cilor from Indonesia bagged the ultimate champion title!

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Organized by REV Media Group (RMG) through its Gaming Network, IGN Southeast Asia (IGN SEA), in partnership with Facebook Gaming, Squad Up: Athena marked the very first esports tournament championing women gamers across Southeast Asia.It was hosted by all-female shoutcasters, Lizara Gaming and Mon Chelle, who also served as match analysts.

Showing off their prowess in the popular mobile game, team Cilor claimed victory with a perfect score of 3-0 in the grand final, taking home the grand cash prize of RM18,900

Team Volt Archery, also from Indonesia, came in second place, winning RM10,500. Meanwhile, team Bren Victress from the Philippines came in third place and took home RM7,140.

Prior to the grand finale, eight teams from three countries made it through by winning their respective national tournaments

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The teams, Karra and On Air Pipols from Malaysia, Cilor, Volt Archery, and Cibi Cibi Chann from Indonesia, as well as Bren Victress, Project-Evo FE, and DDE x Risk Velkhana from the Philippines, competed to win a share of the RM42,000 prize pool.

Here's a closer look at the top three winning teams:

Champion- Cash prize: RM18,900- Country: Indonesia- Squad name: Cilor- Squad members: Claudya (Pixie), Gabrielle Nadya Kusuma (Elle), Destria Chinca Dewi (Chinchaaw), Alvarocky Hartanto (Dree X Aresss), Juan Ozora (Junjun tomlol), Vivien (Pienberry>.<)

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Second Place- Cash prize: RM10,500- Country: Indonesia- Squad name: Volt Archery- Squad members: Angellia Malika Putri Setiawan (xNgell), Lavender (CaiCai), Senny Anggraeni (S Y E N), Ade Lia Rahmadani (Kidrauhl Ft Dealova), Kirana Ayu Dwi Putri (Kyrachan), Desti Rahmadhany (Lylipii)

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Third Place- Cash prize: RM7,140- Country: The Philippines- Squad name: Bren Victress- Squad members: Ashlie Grace A. Arevalo (Ashqt), Alexandria Dhzoie D. Dardo (Lexaaa), Babyblyn Mamasainged (Defrost), Ayezha Nicole Alampayan (ASHEE), Krizzia Mae Edangalino (Krish), Ma. Denise L. Marasigan (Tarooo)

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RMG's Head of Gaming Network, Adrian Lai, said, "We are thrilled with the outcome of the tournament and we hope whoever watched the games feels the same"

"Every team showed their enthusiasm and their skills were on par with that of professional teams."On behalf of the production team, I would like to congratulate team Cilor from Indonesia for winning the first ever Squad Up: Athena championship. We look forward to having more tournaments like this in the future. Esports is for everyone, no matter what age and gender, and that is the beauty of it", he added.

Get more information on Squad Up: Athena or any gaming related matters at IGN SEA's website

Also, watch the space for Squad Up: Open and Merdeka editions coming soon!

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[VIDEO] "Strike" - Gelagat Mak Cik Main Bowling Siap Berbaju Kurung Ini Curi Tumpuan Ramai

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Permainan bowling merupakan permainan yang sesuai dijadikan sebagai aktiviti riadah bersama keluarga

Secara definisinya, bowling adalah sejenis sukan atau permainan yang dimainkan dengan menggunakan tangan untuk membaling bola bowling ke arah pin sebanyak 10 biji yang disusun menjadi bentuk segi tiga.Jika 10 biji pin jatuh dengan hanya satu balingan, ia dinamakan sebagai balingan strike.Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video di laman sosial TikTok apabila seorang wanita berumur bermain bowling dengan memakai baju kurung telah mencuri perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @doaspmuntukmin keno ado gayo baru strike  #fyp  suara asli  - Shycoo

Mula-mula hayun bola, sekali baling terus Strike

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan seorang mak cik sedang bermain permainan bowling yang dirakam oleh anaknya.Apa yang menarik perhatian ramai adalah apabila mak cik itu dengan selamba bermain dengan memakai baju kurung. Malah, dengan hanya sekali percubaan sahaja, dia terus mendapat balingan strike.Situasi itu membuatkan rata-rata warganet tertarik dan mengatakan mak cik masih kuat memegang bola bowling yang berat itu.

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"Kuatnya! Siap hayun bola lagi tu. Terbaik mak cik" - Warganet

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan, kini ia telah meraih sebanyak 1.4M views, 133.4K likes dan 1,600 comments di TikTok.Menjengah ke ruangan komen, rata-rata warganet memberikan pelbagai reaksi masing-masing. Malah, mereka turut memuji kehebatan mak cik itu bermain bowling.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Mungkin masa muda-muda dulu mak cik ni selalu main bowling? Power sangat tu :)

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Pemuda Malaysia Ini Berjaya Membuka Restoran Nasi Lemak Di London. Ini Kisah Dia!

Kepada sesiapa yang pernah bercuti mahupun menetap di luar negara, pasti terasa rindu akan sajian Malaysia terutamanya nasi lemak

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Begitulah bermulanya ilham bagi Duzy Norazamnas Abdul Aziz, 30, untuk membuka restoran nasi lemak di luar negara. Sebelum ini, Duzy telah mengusahakan Warung Nasi Lemak Ben-Seoul di Seoul, Korea Selatan. Walau bagaimanapun, sekarang Duzy telah berhijrah ke Kota London pula bagi memberikan perniagaannya satu nafas baru.

Kini, restorannya Nasi Lemak Nek Nong mendapat sambutan yang hangat di kalangan rakyat Malaysia di London

Nasi Lemak Nok Neng, London
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Apa yang membezakan restoran milik anak kelahiran Penampang, Sabah, ini dengan restoran Malaysia yang lain di Kota London ialah menu utamanya iaitu nasi lemak berserta lauk panas seperti rendang daging, sambal sotong dan juga kerang. Disebabkan kawasan restorannya yang strategik dan populasi rakyat Malaysia di London yang tinggi, Nasi Lemak Nek Nong mendapat sambutan yang menggalakkan. Malah, pelanggan restoran ini bukan hanya terdiri dari rakyat Malaysia sahaja tetapi rakyat Singapura, Brunei dan Indonesia juga tidak terlepas dari tempias Nasi Lemak Nek Nong!

Restorannya dinamakan Nek Nong sempena nama panggilan ibunya untuk meraih keberkatan dari ibu

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Menurut Duzy, ibunya telah memainkan peranan yang besar dalam mengajarnya memasak dan mendorong perkembangan perniagaannya. Resipi nasi lemaknya juga telah diwarisi dari ibu. Oleh itu, memang tidak boleh dinafikan kelazatan nasi lemaknya.

Duzy berimpian untuk memperkenalkan nasi lemak di seluruh dunia

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Nasi lemak memang mempunyai makna sentimental kepada rakyat Malaysia lebih-lebih lagi yang berada di perantauan. Manakan tidak, di Malaysia, hidangan ini boleh dijamu untuk sarapan, makan tengah hari dan juga waktu malam. Tipulah kalau tak rindu nasi lemak!

Ucapan syabas kepada Duzy di atas keberaniannya untuk mengusahakan restoran di luar negara demi mengharumkan  sajian Malaysia!

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Ikuti pula kisah perniagaan nasi lemak Duzy di Korea Selatan:

                [GAMBAR] Rakyat Korea Mula Jatuh Cinta Dengan Nasi Lemak RM19, Semuanya Kerana Lelaki Ini

Tabik spring kami bagi!

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Cat Brings Hooman 2 Live Hamsters As 'Gifts'

A Singaporean recently shared how her pet cat decided to bring home two live hamsters in the span of two days

On 11 October, ChuLei Teo posted on Facebook, "If anyone is missing this hamster in Chai Chee area, please contact me. Please help to share this if you know if anyone who lives in this vicinity!"

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Funnily enough, on the following day, she updated the post saying that her cat brought home a second little fella

"My cat brought home another hamster of similar color early this morning... Both are alive and well... Halp."

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While some wondered where the cat found the hamsters, others just wanted to take a look at the furry 'thief'

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Teo, however, jokingly responded by saying that her cat's identity has to be confidential for its own safety.

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In another comment, she also wrote that the hamsters would be put up for adoption if no owner claims them

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Cats love leaving 'gifts' for their owners, especially dead mice and lizards, although they do occasionally bring home small live animals too

Their natural instinct is to chase, hunt, and catch – and that often leaves owners with some very thoughtful yet unpleasant presents.

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According to The Spruce Pets, cats bring little animals to you as food for later, as a teaching aid, or as a gift."[When] a cat brings you an animal they caught, be it alive or dead, they consider you a part of their family. Their instincts are telling them this is what they need to do to survive and that they need to pass these important, life-saving skills onto their family."

Teo's Facebook post has since been shared over 3,700 times. You can check it below:

In this incident, it seemed like this cat tried to 'replace' its owner's earphones with a dead snake:

                Cat Chews Off Its Owner's Earphones And Tries To Ask For Forgiveness With A Dead Snake

"I've already replaced it, if you break it again I'll claw you."

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Have You Noticed The Blue Checks On Your WhatsApp Messages?

If you have been observant today, you may have noticed that the double ticks next to your Whatsapp messages are now coloured blue

If you have been observant today, you may have noticed that the double ticks next to your messages are now coloured blue
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What does it mean? With the new update, having two "blue ticks" means that the person has read your message

Well yes it is. With the new update, having two "blue ticks" means that the person has read your message
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If you see two blue check marks  next to your sent message then the recipient has read your message. In a group chat or broadcast message, the check marks will turn blue when every participant has read your message.

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Some users have begun seeing a blue double check alongside the text just like—as of a while ago now—used to occur with voice notes. The change of color meant that the recording had been played and although WhatsApp spokespeople have not yet released statements to the effect, it seems they are now testing this feature in messages.

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So to recap, one check mark means the message has been sent, two grey checks means that it has been delivered and two blue checks means that the person has read it

So to recap, one check mark means to message has been sent, two grey check marks means that it has been delivered and two blue check marks means that the person has read it
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The latest version of WhatsApp (2.11.43) now officially incorporates this feature, although it may not work on all smartphone models. In other words, a grey check means the message has been sent, two grey checks that it’s been delivered to the recipient, and two blue checks that it’s been read.

        uptodown.com

In reality, the double check marks simply mean a message has been received by the other user (the single check only tells you the message reached WhatsApp’s servers). The blue coloring adds a third layer of information, as an updated FAQ will confirm.

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The confusion around the ticks is long standing. People often believe one tick means 'delivered', and two ticks means 'read'. However, one tick actually means 'sent', and two means 'delivered', not read. The double blue ticks would mean 'read'.

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Hopefully, this new feature will eliminate the "double check syndrome", where one would think that a "double check" on a message means that its read. That syndrome has affected 28 million couples so far.

Use WhatsApp has obvious advantages: it is fast , simple and free. However it can have a negative effect or even cause the breakdown of romantic relationships due to the phenomenon called the ' double check syndrome'. So says a recent report from the journal CyberPsychology and Behaviour Journal, which analyzes the negative effects text applications such as WhatsApp or Facebook. When a person sends a message through WhatsApp and this reaches the receiver , you can see a green check on the right side, and when the recipient receives is a second green check. This, however , does not imply that the recipient reads the message , which confirmed the company last year, but not all users know.

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According to the report ' CyberPsychology and Behaviour Journal, summarized by CNN , the phenomenon has already cost dating to 28 million couples. The authors explain that applications such as WhatsApp are " very favorable " in the first phase of the relationship , but eventually begin to reveal their negative effects , accompanied by the increase of jealousy and control.

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What do you think? Is the latest feature useful at all to you? Comment below or let us know on Facebook or Twitter!


You Can Now Overcome Your Phobia Of Spiders, Cockroaches, Heights & More With VR Therapy

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Do you have a phobia of insects, heights, or tight spaces?

For some of us, just the thought of cockroaches, spiders, or lizards makes us feel super geli inside. Or, looking down a 20-storey building might give us a mini panic attack from being so high up. :OIn most cases, this is perfectly normal. However, there are some cases where phobias may become a cause of concern, especially when they start affecting other aspects of your life.

One of the ways to help people deal with phobia is through virtual reality (VR) therapy. We recently got to try it out at MentCouch, a multidisciplinary psychological centre, located in the heart of KL.

Before we started, they explained to us about VR therapy and what to expect

According to the team of qualified psychologists from MentCouch,  this type of therapy seeks to expose patients to situations or things that they're afraid of so they can slowly overcome them. It is also sometimes exposed to soldiers to help them with their PTSD.They also briefly explained the aspects of VR therapy and how it worked. Shortly after that, it was time to put the goggles on.

First, we needed to choose a situation or environment that we weren't comfortable in

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So far, MentCouch offers VR therapy scenarios for these nine different environments:1. Driving phobia (Amaxophobia)2. Height phobia (Acrophobia)3. Flying phobia (Aerophobia)4. Animal and Insect phobia (Cat, Dogs, Spiders, Pigeons, cockroaches)5. Tight spaces phobia (claustrophobia)6. Cleanliness (Mysophobia)7. Fear of exams (Examinophobia)8. Fear of Medical appointments (blood and MRI scan) (Iatrophobia)9. Social AnxietyBeing afraid of being up in tall, towering spaces, we chose heights. Next, we put the VR goggles on and were asked to measure our distress levels on a scale from 1 to 10. Then, we were brought through the exposure therapy exercise.

There was a therapist on standby throughout the entire session, and they were in charge of setting the intensity levels of these environments

What this means is, patients can decide whether they want to ease in to these situations by starting with something a less intense or jumping straight to something that absolutely terrifies them. In video game terms, you could liken this to easy, normal, and hard modes.One of MentCouch's psychologists, Abdul Rouf, told us one of the most common anxieties that Malaysians seek treatment for is social anxiety which encompasses of public speaking and mingling around in social situations.

Throughout the exercise, you'll be able to hear an AI voice guiding you to do a number of guided mental exercises

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These light activities could range from breathing exercises to some stretching too! On the VR lens itself, you'll be placed in an area where you are exposed to your phobia.

At the end of the exercise, patients will be asked to measure their distress levels again

If it's lesser than what they measured prior to experiencing the exposure therapy, it's safe to say that the session had a positive feedback on the patient.

MentCouch and Sun Life Malaysia, a life insurance and family takaful provider, were the brains behind this operation

Sun Life Malaysia and MentCouch initiated their Brighter Wellness programme, which is orchestrated by qualified psychologists to keep people aware of the importance of keeping a healthy life and a healthy mind.

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The campaign seeks to facilitate exposure therapy through the lens of VR

According to Tricia Loh, Head of Brand and Communications of Sun Life Malaysia, their goal for the partnership is to spread awareness and ensure people live healthier lives. Healthy lives goes beyond being physically fit, it goes for mental and financial aspects as well. As such, MentCouch's goal aligns with Sun Life Malaysia.

As one of the pioneers for VR therapy in Malaysia, MentCouch seeks to make some noise in this scene

By utilising exposure therapy, potential clients are able to choose from an extensive list of phobias that are set out in the software.MentCouch's representatives also told us that VR Therapy is meant to serve as a continuous process rather than a one-off solution.Patients are not expected to be cured of their phobias and traumas instantly after practicing exposure therapy, but rather — are recommended to go through the exercise at least once a week.However, they can choose to do it as less or more than they want according to their preference.

VR therapy can also help ease public perception towards mental health issues

Sun Life Malaysia's Head of Brands And Communications, Tricia Loh (left) posing with MentCouch's Founder and CEO, Tanjina Ashraf Khan (right)
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Tanjina Ashraf Khan, founder and CEO of MentCouch says that there's still a stigma being enforced in the public's perception whenever we mention words like therapy and mental health. However, if more people take the time to find out more about it, to learn that it's actually a fun and relaxing thing, they may be more compelled to try it.


8 Cool Things You Probably Didn't Know About Your Liver. It's Bigger Than Your Brain!

1. Your liver is actually bigger than your brain!

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It sounds crazy but it’s true, your liver is the second largest organ in your body! The skin is your largest organ and the brain comes in at third largest. As an adult, your liver weighs between 1.3kg and 1.8kg.

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2. The liver is the only organ that is self-regenerating - like a starfish or cicak tail

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That’s what makes liver transplants possible. When someone donates part of their liver, both the donated part and the part left behind are able to regrow themselves into a complete, fully-functioning liver. The liver can do this even if only 25% of it is left working.

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3. It plays a double role by functioning as both an organ and a gland

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When asked, most people would probably categorise the liver as an organ but many may not know that the liver is also considered a gland. This is because it both performs important bodily functions that are essential to your survival (making it an organ) as well as secretes chemicals that are used by other parts of the body (making it a gland).

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4. Most nutrients and medication you consume wouldn't do much good without your liver

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You know how we're always told to eat healthy to make sure that we're consuming enough important vitamins and minerals? Turns out that without our livers, there wouldn't be much of a point in doing so.When the food we eat goes through the digestion process, nutrients are absorbed by our intestines. But it's the liver that not only converts these nutrients into forms that our body can use, but also to store some of these nutrients such as vitamin A and iron until they need to be used.

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5. The liver has an effect on the colour of your poop

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One of the processes that takes place in the liver is the destruction of old red blood cells. This produces waste which is what gives poop its characteristic brown colour. So if your poop is ever a colour other than brown or if your urine is a darker colour than usual, it could be a warning sign that something is wrong with your liver.

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6. Your liver is literally a body-guard - it prevents your body from poisoning itself

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As we go about our days, there are a multitude of ways that toxins can get into our bloodstream, including via food and drink or simply by breathing. The liver makes sure that your blood is cleansed by removing all these toxins.Some natural process in our bodies actually result in the production of poisonous by-products such as ammonia. They can cause some serious damage if left to run rampant in our bodies so it's the liver's job to filter and get them out of us. It does this by converting the harmful substances into urea, and sending it to our kidneys via the bloodstream, to eventually be disposed of when we pee.

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7. If you get ‘Asian flush’ when you drink alcohol, you’re missing an important liver enzyme

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Contrary to popular belief, the typical Asian phenomenon of turning bright red after having an alcoholic drink, doesn’t have anything to do with having a strong energy flow or good blood circulation. It’s actually caused by a deficiency/inactivity of an enzyme called aldehyde dehydrogenase 2 (ALDH2) which aids in metabolising alcohol in the liver.

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8. You literally cannot live without your liver

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Your liver is one of the busiest and most important organs - it performs over 500 different vital bodily functions! Here are some of the things it does:- Fighting off infections- Neutralising toxins- Helping to clot blood- Controls your blood glucose level- Breaking proteins down into amino acids- Producing cholesterol - Produces bile- Produces its own protein

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Knowing how important our liver is, it only makes sense to take good care of it

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Besides living a healthy lifestyle that includes a balanced diet, regular exercise, getting enough sleep, limiting your alcohol intake, and going for regular medical checkups, you can also take supplements to give your liver some support.Keep your liver healthy and strong with Essentiale. It contains Essential Phospholipids (EPLs), which are the building blocks of liver cells that help to repair and protect your liver, in order to support its vital functions.Essentiale contains 300 mg of EPLs. EPLs has been shown to help repair damaged liver cell membranes and restore normal cell function.

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#GE15: Here's The Full List Of PN Candidates & The Parliamentary Seats They Are Contesting

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Perikatan Nasional (PN) has unveiled its candidates contesting at 169 parliamentary seats for the 15th General Election (GE15)

The candidates were announced by PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin last night, 1 November.

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Below is the list of candidates that PN announced last night:

PERLISP001 Padang Besar - Rusydan Rusmi (PAS)P002 Kangar - Zakri Hassan (BERSATU)KEDAH P004 Langkawi - Datuk Suhaimi Abdullah (BERSATU)P005 Jerlun - Dr Abd Ghani Ahmad (PAS)P006 Kubang Pasu - Datuk Ku Abd Rahman Ku Ismail (BERSATU)P007 Padang Terap - Nurul Amin Hamid (PAS)P008 Pokok Sena - Datuk Ahmad [email protected] (PAS)P009 Alor Setar - Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamuddin (PAS)P010 Kuala Kedah - Dr Ahmad Fakhruddin Fakhrurazi (PAS)P011 Pendang - Datuk Awang Hashim (PAS)P012 Jerai - Sabri Azit (PAS)P013 Sik - Ahmad Tarmizi Sulaiman (PAS)P014 Merbok - Mohd Nazri Abu Hassan (BERSATU)P015 Sungai Petani - Dr Robert Ling Kui Ee (BERSATU)P016 Baling - Hassan Saad (PAS)P017 Padang Serai - Azman Nasrudin (BERSATU)P018 Kulim-Bandar Baharu - Roslan Hashim (BERSATU)PENANG P041 Kepala Batas - Dr Siti Mastura Mohamad (PAS)P042 Tasek Gelugor - Datuk Wan Saifulrudin Wan Jan (BERSATU)P043 Bagan - Alan Oh (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P044 Permatang Pauh - Muhammad Fawwaz Mat Jan (PAS)P045 Bukit Mertajam - Steven Koh (PAS)P046 Batu Kawan - Wong Chia Zhen (GERAKAN)P047 Nibong Tebal - Datuk Mansor Othman (BERSATU)P048 Bukit Bendera - Hng Chee Wey (GERAKAN)P049 Tanjong - H'ng Khoon Leng (GERAKAN)P050 Jelutong - Datuk J Baljit Singh (GERAKAN)P051 Bukit Gelugor - P Thinaganarabhan (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P052 Bayan Baru - Oh Tong Keong (GERAKAN)P053 Balik Pulau - Muhammad Harris Idaham Abdul Rashid (BERSATU) PERAK P054 Gerik - Fathul Huzir Ayob (BERSATU)P055 Lenggong - Muhammad Rifaat Razman (PAS)P056 Larut - Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin (BERSATU)P057 Parit Buntar - Mohd Misbahul Munir Masduki (PAS)P058 Bagan Serai - Datuk Idris Ahmad (PAS)P059 Bukit Gantang - Datuk Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz Syed Abdul Fasal (BERSATU)P060 Taiping - Datuk See Tean Seng (GERAKAN)P061 Padang Rengas - Kapten Azahari Hasan (BERSATU)P062 Sungai Siput - Datuk Seri G Irudianathan (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P063 Tambun - Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu (BERSATU)P064 Ipoh Timor - Nor Afzainizam Salleh (BERSATU)P065 Ipoh Barat - Chek Kwong Weng (GERAKAN)P066 Batu Gajah - Woo Cheong Yuen (GERAKAN)P067 Kuala Kangsar - Datuk Iskandar Dzulkarnain Abdul Khalid (BERSATU)P068 Beruas - Ong Kean Sing (GERAKAN)P069 Parit - Muhammad Ismi Mat Taib (PAS)P070 Kampar - Wong Oi Foon (GERAKAN)P071 Gopeng - Muhammad Farhan Abdul Rahim (BERSATU)P072 Tapah - Datuk Muhammad Yadzan Mohammad (BERSATU)P073 Pasir Salak - Jamaluddin Yahya (PAS)P074 Lumut - Nordin Ahmad Ismail (BERSATU)P075 Bagan Datuk - Dr Muhammad Faiz Na'aman (BERSATU)P076 Teluk Intan - Datuk Zainol Fadzi Paharudin (BERSATU)P077 Tanjong Malim - Datuk Nolee Ashilin Mohammed Radzi (BERSATU)PAHANGP078 Cameron Highlands - Dr Abdul Rasid Mohamed Ali (BERSATU)P079 Lipis - Datuk Mohamad Shahrum Osman (BERSATU)P080 Raub - Datuk Mohd Fakrunizam Ibrahim (BERSATU)P081 Jerantut - Khairil Nizam Khirudin (PAS)P082 Indera Mahkota - Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah (BERSATU)P083 Kuantan - Wan Razali Wan Nor (PAS)P084 Paya Besar - Aireroshairi Roslan (PAS)P085 Pekan - Mohd Fadhil Noor Abdul Karim (PAS)P086 Maran - Fazil Azmi Nadzri (PAS)P087 Kuala Krau - Kamal Ashaari (PAS)P088 Temerloh - Salamiah Mohd Nor (PAS)P089 Bentong - Datuk Roslan Hassan (BERSATU)P090 Bera - Asmawi Harun (BERSATU)P091 Rompin - Datuk Abdul Khalib Abdullah (BERSATU)SELANGORP092 Sabak Bernam - Datuk Mohd Fasiah Mohd Fakeh (BERSATU)P093 Sungai Besar - Datuk Muslimin Yahaya (BERSATU)P094 Hulu Selangor - Mohd Hasnizan Harun (PAS)P095 Tanjong Karang - Datuk Zulkafperi Hanapi (BERSATU)P096 Kuala Selangor - Mohd Noor Mohd Sahar (PAS)P097 Selayang - Datuk Abdul Rashid Asari (BERSATU)P098 Gombak - Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali (BERSATU)P099 Ampang - Sasha Lyna Abdul Latif (BERSATU)P100 Pandan - Muhammad Farique Zubir Albakri (PAS)P101 Hulu Langat - Datuk Dr Mohd Radzi Abd Latif (BERSATU)P102 Bangi - Muhammad Nazrul Hakim Md Nazir (PAS)P103 Puchong - Chew Jyh Gang (GERAKAN)P104 Subang - Ang Hiang Ni (GERAKAN)P105 Petaling Jaya - Theng Book (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P106 Damansara - Lim Si Ching (GERAKAN)P107 Sungai Buloh - Mohd Ghazali Md Hamin (PAS)P108 Shah Alam - Dr Afif Bahardin (BERSATU)P109 Kapar - Dr Halimah Ali (PAS)P110 Klang - P Jaya Chandran (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P111 Kota Raja - Mohamed Diah Baharun (PAS)P112 Kuala Langat - Datuk Dr Ahmad Yunus Bin Hairi (PAS)P113 Sepang - Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun (BERSATU) WP KUALA LUMPURP114 Kepong - Phaang Jing Fatt (GERAKAN)P115 Batu - Azhar Yahya (PAS)P116 Wangsa Maju - Nuridah Mohd Salleh (PAS)P117 Segambut - V Prabagaran (GERAKAN)P118 Setiawangsa - Nurul Fadzilah Kamaluddin (BERSATU)P119 Titiwangsa - Dr Rosni Adam (PAS)P120 Bukit Bintang - Chen Win Keong (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P121 Lembah Pantai - Fauzi Abu Bakar (PAS)P122 Seputeh - Alan Wong Yee Yeng (GERAKAN)P123 Cheras - Chin Yoke Kheng (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P124 Bandar Tun Razak - Datuk Kamarudin Jaffar (BERSATU) WP PUTRAJAYAP125 Putrajaya - Datuk Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin (BERSATU) NEGERI SEMBILAN P126 Jelebu - Zaharuddin Baba Samion (BERSATU)P127 Jempol - Muhammad Noraffendy Mohd Salleh (BERSATU)P128 Seremban - Mohd Fadli Che Me (PAS)P129 Kuala Pilah - Datuk Eddin Syazlee Shith (BERSATU)P130 Rasah - Datuk Choong Vee Hing (GERAKAN)P131 Rembau - Mohd Nazree Mohd Yunus (BERSATU)P132 Port Dickson - Rafiei Mustapha (PAS)P133 Tampin - Abdul Halim Abu Bakar (PAS) MELAKA P134 Masjid Tanah - Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin (BERSATU)P135 Alor Gajah - Datuk Seri Mohd Redzuan Md Yusof (BERSATU)P136 Tangga Batu - Bakri Jamaluddin (PAS)P137 Hang Tuah Jaya - Mohd Azrudin Md Idris (BERSATU)P138 Kota Melaka - Suhaime Borhan (GERAKAN)P139 Jasin - Zulkifli Ismail (PAS) JOHOR P140 Segamat - P Poobalan (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P141 Sekijang - Uzzair Ismail (BERSATU)P142 Labis - Alvin Chang Teck Kiam (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P143 Pagoh - Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yasin (BERSATU)P144 Ledang - Zaidi Abd Majid (BERSATU)P145 Bakri - R Chelvarajan (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P146 Muar - Abdullah Husin (PAS)P147 Parit Sulong - Dr Abdul Karim Deraman (PAS)P148 Ayer Hitam - Muhammad Syafiq A Aziz (BERSATU)P149 Sri Gading - Zanariyah Abdul Hamid (PAS)P150 Batu Pahat - Datuk Mohd Rashid Hasnon (BERSATU)P151 Simpang Renggam - Mohd Fazrul Kamat (BERSATU)P152 Kluang - Dzulkarnain Alias (BERSATU)P153 Sembrong - Aziz Ismail (BERSATU)P154 Mersing - Muhammad Islahuddin Abas (BERSATU)P155 Tenggara - Mohd Nazari Mokhtar (PAS)P156 Kota Tinggi - Mohamad Ridhwan Rasman (BERSATU)P157 Pengerang - Fairulnizar Rahmat (BERSATU)P158 Tebrau - Mohamad Isa Mohamad Basir (BERSATU)P159 Pasir Gudang - Mohamad Farid Abdul Razak (BERSATU)P160 Johor Bahru - Mohd Mohtaj Yacob (BERSATU)P161 Pulai - J Deepak Jaikishan (GERAKAN)P162 Iskandar Puteri - Tan Nam Cha (BERSATU-BERSEKUTU)P163 Kulai - Datuk Tan Chin Hock (GERAKAN)P164 Pontian - Datuk Isa Ab Hamid (BERSATU)P165 Tanjung Piai - Najwah Halimah Ab Alim (BERSATU) SARAWAKP203 Lubok Antu - Jugah Anak Muyang (BERSATU)P205 Saratok - Datuk Ali Anak Biju (BERSATU)P217 Bintulu - Duke Anak Janteng   (BERSATU)

Muhyiddin is defending his seat in Pagoh

Among the major candidates that were announced include Datuk Seri Azmin Ali for Gombak, Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin for Larut, Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin for Putrajaya, Datuk Seri Rina Harun in Sepang, and Datuk Suhaimi Abdullah, who will be taking on former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad in Langkawi.

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PDRM Extends 80% Discount Until 31 December. Here's Where You Can Pay Your Summonses

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The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has extended its 80% discount offer on outstanding traffic summonses until 31 December

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani said this is due to the very encouraging response from the public to settle their unpaid summonses.According to New Straits Times, he revealed that almost 2.3 million traffic summonses have been settled nationwide as of noon on Saturday, 11 December, with a total collection of RM109 million.

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Acryl Sani said the extension is to avoid crowds gathering and to give the public more time to make their payments

"Previously, the PDRM traffic counter in Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) had to be shut down due to the overwhelming number of people who came to settle their summonses," he said at a press conference on Sunday, 12 December."This posed a big challenge to PDRM to regulate the public in terms of complying with the set standard operating procedures (SOPs)."He said the police also received reports that the summons payment website and mobile app, MyBayar Saman, could not be accessed due to high online traffic.

Many came to pay their outstanding summonses at the 100-Day Malaysian Family Aspiration event at KLCC on 10 December.
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Therefore, he announced that the public can get the offer when making payment at traffic counters at all district and state police headquarters

Besides that, those interested in settling their unpaid summonses can also head to:– The MyBayar Saman website– The MyBayar Saman app (available on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store)– Any Pos Malaysia post office– Any Maybank ATMThe discounts are applicable to all types of offences, except the ones listed below:– Accident summonses in 2021– Non-compoundable summonses– Summonses that require court hearing– Summonses for matters related to lorries– Summonses for overtaking in a dangerous manner in 2021– Summonses for driving on emergency lane in 2021– Summonses for running red lights in 2021– Summonses for overtaking on a double line in 2021– Summonses for illegally modified exhausts

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