Malaysians Share Their Parents & Grandparents' Secret Tips For Cooking Yummy Raya Dishes

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From ketupat and lemang to rendang and lontong, there are just so many mouthwatering dishes to enjoy during Raya :9

Though many of us eat the same iconic dishes during the festive season, everyone has their own preferences and methods of cooking them. And if it's a family recipe that's been passed down through the generations, lagilah it'll come with all kinds of secret tips on how to make it sedap, hehe.

So, we asked Malaysians to share their parents and grandparents' top tips for cooking delicious Raya dishes.
Here's what they said:

Note: Some names have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.

1. "This is my mother's tip for making kuah kacang: be sure to remove the skin from the peanuts before roasting and grinding them"

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"Because if you overcook the peanuts with skin, your kuah kacang will end up tasting bitter."My family always sits around the table and removes the skin together, but you can buy pre-peeled kacang too. Oh, and an extra tip is to heat up the peanuts just a bit on the stove, 'cause that makes it easier to remove the skin."- Shiffa, 28

2. "My mum doesn't just use santan when making kari ayam"

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"In addition to santan, she also mixes in fresh milk, which she says it helps to make the consistency more like lemak. And then for kari ikan, she adds yoghurt instead, to give it that masam tanginess."- Lily, 30

3. "Every Raya, my grandfather always takes charge of making lemang, and he uses a special daun"

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"His secret is using daun lerek instead of daun pisang because it's easier to work with and doesn't rip as easily. I don't even know what daun lerek is, hahahaha! Yang penting, my grandfather's lemang is always sedap!"- Danial, 23

4. "Always use fresh santan!"

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"My Tok always makes sure to buy the coconut herself (or makes her kids do it lol) and buat sendiri. But when she can't do that, she buys fresh santan and stores it dalam freezer. It truly makes a difference!"Another tip from her is that wok hei exists for Raya food too. For stuff like rendang, wok hei gives it that extra oomph."- Mariam, 22

5. "My mother's rule is to always cook all our Raya dishes one day before Raya"

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"That way, everything has time to perap and will be sedap on the first day of Raya because dah absorb all the flavours. "Also, alwayssss make your own santan and kerisik! Don't buy. It will make your rendang more sedap."- Ikmal, 24

6. "My dad, who makes the best kari and sambal in the world, punya secret tip is... tambah tomato!"

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"Tossing a tomato into curries does miracle work in terms of thickening it naturally and adding depth of flavour. And then for sambal, adding tomato naturally makes it sweeter and balances out the chilli. But make sure to only add it after the sambal dah pecah minyak."- Adam, 33

7. "Whenever I help my grandma masak, she always tells me to never take my eyes off the lontong"

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"Once you add the santan, you have to keep stirring it gently so that the kuah is silky smooth. Otherwise, the santan breaks and you'll end up with little lumps. KEEP STIRRRINNNGGG!"- Laila, 35

8. "Instead of the traditional rendang, my mother cooks this absolutely delicious lamb curry during Raya instead"

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"Her secret tip is not really a tip lah, it's more of a secret method if that makes sense? Basically, she insists that her recipe must be followed EXACTLYYYY, step-by-step, without making any changes."First, saute the basic ingredients (onion, garlic, cinnamon, clove, lime leaf, and curry leaf) with the usual curry spices. Then, put in the lamb and simmer until the meat is extremely soft. Finally, add chicken stock, seasoning, salt, and chilli. Make sure not to add sugar or santan, or you'll face my mother's wrath."- Sha, 26

9. "For my atuk's rendang, he only uses spring chicken"

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"He says it's because the flesh is nicer and more tender. Also, for every chicken he uses, he specifically cuts it into only six pieces. This is so that the pieces won't be too small, sebab if too small it's easier for them to overcook and get tough."Another thing he does is to add yoghurt to make the kuah creamier. Most rendang recipes don't call for yoghurt, but I prefer my atuk's version 'cause it has a nicer and smoother texture."- Rahman, 21

10. "Uchi (what my cousins and I call our grandmother) is an AMAZING cook, and she has lots of little tips for making yummy dishes"

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"I used to always try to recreate her extra crispy dendeng (sedap gila wei!), but was never able to until she revealed her secret —  you gotta cut the meat extra thin and boil it in salt water first before deep frying."Another tip I learned from her is to rendam brown sotong in water for like two hours before cooking it, to naturally soften it."- Alya, 25

11. "If you like sardine sambal, you gotta try my dad's method to make it more flavourful"

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"One of my family's Raya traditions is eating my dad's homemade sardine sambal, which is soooo yums!"After he buys fresh fish from the market, he washes it with rock salt and marinates it with some turmeric. This helps flavour the fish so when you cook it, there's a lot more flavour in the flesh.  Then, when cooking the sambal, he adds a little bit of tamarind to remove the fishy taste."But what really makes my dad's sardine sambal special is the cili boh/giling he makes from scratch. You just gotta boil dried chillies to soften them, then blend with red onion, garlic, and ginger. It tastes way better than store-bought cili boh/giling and doesn't have a weird aftertaste."- Sara, 31

Mmmm, we can't wait to try all these tips and tricks to make some yummy food for Raya!

And if your family has any secret tips for cooking Raya dishes, make sure to share in the comments.Whether you're berbuka-ing with homecooked dishes or enjoying your Ramadan bazaar favourites, we can definitely look forward to enjoying lots of good food this festive season.

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Datuk LCW Urges Malaysians To “Spread Love, Not Hate” In Heartfelt Facebook Post

Retired national shuttler Datuk Lee Chong Wei has taken to Facebook to speak up about "petty issues" that have been taking over social media lately

Just a day before National Day, the three-time Olympic silver medallist called on Malaysians to stand united and not be divided over divisive issues.He shared that he has not been using social media as frequently because it was upsetting to see "friends and fans shooting vulgarities at each other.""This is not the Malaysia I fought for," he wrote.

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The 37-year-old went on to share that during his badminton match against Lin Dan back in the 2006 Malaysian Open Final, he thought he would lose until he saw Malaysians cheering for him

"I thought I would lose when I trailed at 13-20. It was impossible."Against the most talented man with a seven point match point deficit, I was already thinking about what to eat for dinner," he wrote, adding that he felt tired and dejected. "I looked up to the crowd. Their vociferous support never wavered. Then I saw a Malay girl, maybe around eight-ish years old putting both hands together with her eyes closed. She was praying for me."He also wrote that he noticed an Indian girl crying at one corner of the stadium, presumably crying for the badminton player while at the other side of the stadium, he saw his friend's son cheering loudly for him.Upon seeing all these faces in the crowd, Lee knew he should not give up as the whole country was praying for him to win. "The whole Malaysia prayed for me to win. A Malaysia consisting of kawan, ah ne, and Heng Dai. A colourful Malaysia. A Malaysia where I eat Roti Canai for breakfast, Nasi Lemak for lunch and Char Koey Tiao for dinner.""We Malaysians are better than this, my friends."

Lee then recalled a "hilarious report" published five years ago, which claimed that Chinese Malaysians would choose to support Lin Dan if it ever came to a match between Misbun Sidek and the Chinese shuttler

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"First and foremost, who are you to say that faith and loyalty should not be your forte? Second of all, as a Malaysian who knows both Lin Dan and Misbun, I'd without a doubt support Misbun.""If Misbun had won, my country is happy, everyone is happy, and we might even get a public holiday. If Lin Dan wins, what do I get?"

Lee urged Malaysians to not let petty issues and racism tear the country apart

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"We Malaysians always hang out with each other no matter which race. We cheer for our country Malaysia. Are we going to stop all these because of one random voice from the building?"I want my sons and grandchildren to have their Malay and Indian friends. I want them to feel safe in Malaysia. I want them to fight for the flag, like how I did for you guys in the last decade," he wrote."Malaysians are much better than this. Prove to them that we are firm and will not tolerate any of this nonsense. Spread love not hate!"Lee concluded the post by saying that when Malaysia won the Thomas Cup back in 1992, the winning team consisted of different races, adding that "It was a beautiful Malaysia, multiracial. Don't kill it."

Hi all, Salam sejahtera semua.

Recently I have not frequented the social media as often as I used to. Sebab sakit hati...Posted by Lee Chong Wei  on Thursday, August 29, 2019

Just a few months ago, the badminton legend announced his retirement after playing professionally for over two decades:

                "Terima Kasih, Malaysia!" - A Tearful LCW Announces His Retirement After 19 Years

The national shuttler said it had been a very difficult decision for him.

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                "To All My Family, Friends, And Fans..." - LCW Pours His Heart In FB Post About Retirement

The legendary Malaysian shuttler feared retiring with regrets.

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But this is not the last you'll see of him as he will be going to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics as Malaysia's Chef De Mission:

                Datuk LCW Has Now Been Confirmed As Malaysia's Chef De Mission For #Tokyo2020

It was a unanimous decision.

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Undi18 Co-Founders Make It On Forbes '30 Under 30 Asia' List

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Tharma Pillai and Qyira Yusri, the co-founders of Undi18, have just been named in Forbes' 30 Under 30 Asia list

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Tharma and Qyira are named under the social impact category for their advocacy in pushing for a constitutional amendment that allows Malaysian youths aged 18 and above to vote

They are aged 27 and 26 respectively."In 2016, Pillai and Yusri started Undi18, a student movement to give 18-year-olds the right to vote in Malaysia," Forbes wrote on its list published today, 20 April."After three years of advocacy, the government passed a constitutional amendment to lower the voting age from 21 to 18, creating eight million new voters (about 25% of Malaysia's population), according to Undi18."The US business magazine added that Undi18 fights for youth representation in politics as a social enterprise, exemplified by organising, in 2020, a virtual simulated Parliament sitting for local youths to propose recommendations for economic and COVID-19 relief in Malaysia."(It is) the first of its kind in the world, which attracted 500,000 livestream views," it said.

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Both Tharma and Qyira were over the moon after they learnt that they were named in the prestigious list

"Woke up to this today. Crazy huge honour," Tharma tweeted this morning."So happy to be chosen to be Forbes 30 under 30 Asia with Qyira."Qyira also took to her Instagram Story to express how "incredibly honoured" she is for the recognition.

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The list was made after sorting out 2,500 nominations, with research done by Forbes journalists from across the region and vetted by industry veterans

The panellists for the social impact category were Crossboards Foundation director Sally Begbie, Shiv Nadar Foundation trustee Roshni Nadar Malhotra, and Save The Children Australia chief operating officer Paul Ronalds.Other categories on the list are entertainment and sports, media, marketing and advertising, retail and e-commerce, enterprise technology, and arts."The criteria for honorees making the list include their demonstration of leadership, how they embody the entrepreneurial spirit that is synonymous with Forbes, and their potential of success in their industry. Other factors like innovation, disruption — and size and growth of their ventures in some categories — play a role in making the final decision," it said.

This is the sixth year that Forbes has curated the list to highlight amazing achievements of innovative millennial and Gen Z leaders in Asia

Other Malaysians included in the list are Ittify founder Tan Guan Sheng, Ogilvy creative director Jaz Lee, Women Photographers Malaysia co-founder Annice Lyn, Ento founder Kevin Wu, and JomStudy founder Ong Yong Xun.

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Although the Federal Constitution was amended to allow 18-year-old Malaysians to vote in the next election, the Election Commission (EC) said the move can only be implemented in 2022:

                Election Commission Says Undi18 Can Only Be Implemented After September 2022

The EC stated that its preparations have been affected by the movement control order (MCO).

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This '70s-Inspired 'Hidden' Listening Bar & Café Is Tucked Away In A KL Bookstore

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Ever felt "too old for clubbing"? Well, here's an option you might enjoy instead.
A new listening bar and café recently opened in the heart of KL featuring music-sharing sessions with all-vinyl DJ sets.

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Within Eslite Spectrum, a popular Taiwanese booktore in Starhill Gallery, you'll find V88 Starhill. It's an all-day restaurant, café, and listening bar built around a sound system, with its music curated by fono, a boutique agency in The Zhongshan Building that's well known for its niche parties and vinyl DJ sets.Set up to provide customers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life to have quality conversations, the café and bar extends its operating hours to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays for DJs who play strictly on vinyls and equipment that are still in working condition from the late '70s.

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There's indoor and outdoor seating, with a balcony-view that overlooks the bustling street of Bukit Bintang

Their menu includes burgers and cakes, as well as Japanese fusion dishes such as noodles, rice bowls, and yakitori.

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Beef Tataki with kimchi, mustard, and seaweed.
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You can grab a cup of coffee, or if you're in the mood, the bar also serves alcoholic beverages for those looking for a cheeky cocktail or glass of wine

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Weekly music-sharing sessions are happening throughout May with different DJs showcasing their record collection, featuring diverse sounds from contemporary jazz to soulful house, and Asian funk to dub reggae.

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Here's a short video on where you can find V88 Starhill:

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AddressL112-1, Level 1, The Starhill, 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala LumpurOpening hours10am – 10pm (Daily)10am – 12am (Friday and Saturday)On-air Vinyl Session // every Friday and Saturday 9pm to 12amFacebook | Instagram


Khairy Says He Doesn't Know How But He Still Wants To Become Prime Minister One Day

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Khairy Jamaluddin, who was sacked by UMNO on Friday night, 27 January, shared this morning, 30 January, that he still hopes to achieve his dream of leading the country as a prime minister one day

Khairy, whom the political pundits have described as the future leader of Malaysia, may be down but is most definitely not out of the game.Not only was KJ — as he is fondly called — sacked by his own party last week over his attempts to unsuccessfully wrestle the post of UMNO president, but voters in Sungai Buloh had also rejected him in the 15th General Election (GE15).Speaking with BFM on The Breakfast Grille today, Khairy admitted that he is not sure how his aspirations to become the prime minister of Malaysia will be fulfilled but he also understands the nature of politics.

"Not a linear path"

According to Khairy, he wants to make sure that the decisions he makes over the next few months to reshape the trajectory of his political life are based on a vision of Malaysia that he's comfortable with."I would like to have the privilege one day of leading the country, I'm not quite sure how that's going to happen now. But I do understand that politics is not a linear path," he told Shazana Mokhtar of The Breakfast Grille while explaining that in politics one has to go down before they can emerge as a leader."There are multiple troughs that one has to go down before they can emerge as a leader not just of their party but of the country. So, yes, I do still want to lead this country one day. How I get there, I don't know."

Screenshot of Khairy Jamaluddin speaking with the Breakfast Grille on BFM.
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The 46-year-old first shared his aspirations to lead both UMNO and the country in November last year during the GE15 campaign trail:

                "I Want To Lead M'sia" — KJ Changes PH Narrative That A Vote For Him Is A Vote For Zahid

According to Khairy, voting for him is actually voting for the future Prime Minister of Malaysia as he would like to ...

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Three Bodies Found Floating In Lake Near Batu Caves

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Three Men Were Found Dead In A Lake Near The Batu Caves Roundabout On 13 April 2014

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PETALING JAYA: The bodies of three men, all believed to be drug addicts, were fished out of a lake near the Batu Caves roundabout Sunday evening.

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The Three Men Could Have Been Drug Addicts Who Escaped A Drug Raid The Night Before

Police are investigating if the men were those who managed to escape a drug raid in the area the night before.

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“We are looking into the possibility that they may have been connected to an operation targeting addicts in the area near the lake on Saturday night. They may have tried to run away. “We will question the other drug addicts we arrested to see if those three were in their group,” he said.

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They Were Believed To Have Jumped Into The Lake In An Effort To Hide From The Police

The victims, both aged 38, were believed to have drowned after jumping into the lake to evade an anti-drugs operation conducted by authorities on Saturday.

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Zakaria said it was yet to be ascertained if the victims drowned in an attempt to flee police raid, and they will question drug addicts arrested in the operation to find out.

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People Fishing At The Lake First Saw Two Bodies At 5.30pm And Alerted The Authorities

People Fishing At The Lake First Saw Two Bodies At 5.30pm And Alerted The Authorities
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Sentul police chief Assistant Commissioner Zakaria Pagan said police received a call at 5.30pm that anglers spotted two bodies floating in the lake. “A police team was despatched to the scene, before they requested assistance from the Jinjang Fire and Rescue Department to recover the bodies.

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The Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department said authorities were first alerted by the public of the bodies floating in the lake near the Sri Siva Muneeswarar temple at about 5.30pm.

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A Third Body Was Found At 8pm

Two bodies were recovered at 6.15pm. The third was found at 8pm.

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No Injuries Were Found On The Three Victims Who Were Malaysians In Their Thirties

“Initial checks did not find any injuries on the victims’ bodies, and police believe that the incident did not involve foul play.

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“However, we are waiting for further examination by the police Forensics Unit and post-mortem result to confirm,” he said, adding that the bodies will be sent to the Selayang Hospital for post-mortem.

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Fireman extracting the bodies from the lake.
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Police Have Classified The Case As Sudden Death

Sentul OCPD ACP Zakaria Pagan said the three victims, locals and in their 30's, were fully clothed and had no sign of injury on their bodies. Police have classified the case as sudden death.

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[FOLLOW NOW] Google Is Looking for Good Ideas. Do You Have Any?

How to Enter Google Science Fair 2013

The Google Science Fair is an online science competition seeking minds from the four corners of the globe. Anybody and everybody between 13 and 18 can enter. All you need is an idea.

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This year's Google Science Fair offers an added Science in Action prize, for "projects that champion scientific projects that make a practical difference in the lives of a group or community.

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Google Science Fair 2013 Kicks Off, Accepting Submissions

Google has launched its third annual science fair for children and the deadline for submissions is April 30. As always, the Google Science Fair 2013 will also have two rounds.

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The 2013 Fair will have Google+ Hangouts on Air for help and motivation, as well as to introduce us to the 15 finalists during the vote for a public-chosen award in August.

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This year we hope to once again inspire scientific exploration among young people and receive even more entries for our third competition,” says Google.

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Google will be revealing 90 regional finalists – 30 from the Americas, 30 from Asia-Pacific and 30 from Europe, the Middle East and Africa – in June.

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Google Science Fair Winners Of 2011 and 2012

Shree Bose, 17-year-old Indian girl, won the grand prize and $50,000 for her research on the chemotherapy drug, cisplatin, that is commonly taken by women with ovarian cancer..

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Brittany Wenger, 17, won the grand prize with her "Global Neural Network Cloud Service for Breast Cancer". Designed to noninvasively diagnose malignant cancerous tumors..

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[VIDEO] Tiru Perangai Pasangan, Lelaki Ini Exposed Tabiat Isteri Suka Berkepit & Cium Bahu

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Dalam tempoh fasa perkahwinan, kita akan nampak macam-macam ragam dan tabiat sebenar pasangan kita

Baik yang elok mahu pun buruk, kita seharusnya menerima kekurangan mereka itu dengan hati yang terbuka. Iyalah, mana ada manusia sempurna di dalam dunia ini betul tak?Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah trend di laman TikTok mengenai para suami meniru perangai isteri mereka apabila berada di rumah.Tidak terkecuali dengan sepasang suami isteri ini apabila si suami berlakon dan meniru tabiat isterinya mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @habibahmawaddah Inilah rutin wife die. ##husbandandwife ##UnfoldChallenge ##fyp ##sharingiscaring  original sound  - Habibah Mawaddah

Siap pakai tudung, kantoi perangai isteri suka borak sambil cium bahu

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh Habibah Mawaddah, kelihatan suaminya itu sedang melakonkan tabiat sebenar isterinya setiap kali mereka berborak.Apa yang menghiburkan adalah apabila lelaki itu kantoikan tabiat si isteri yang suka bertanyakan soalan bertubi-tubi sambil mencium bahunya.Wanita itu tidak dapat menahan ketawanya pada akhir video kerana lakonan si suami sememangnya menjadi dan boleh relate.

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"Ingatkan aku je perangai entah apa-apa macam ni. Bab cium tu entah diri sendiri pun tak tahu, suka cium bahu time borak dengan suami hahaha" - Netizen

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah mendapat 94.9K views, 3.7K likes dan 376 shares di TikTok.Manakala hasil tinjauan di ruangan komen pula mendapati rata-rata para isteri turut mempunyai tabiat sama seperti wanita itu iaitu suka mencium bahu suami.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Alahai comel je perangai akak ni, mesti suami dia rimas tapi layankan juga sebab sayang bini :P

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A Muslim Dad Has Started An Online Petition To Ban Child Marriage In Malaysia

In light of the recent child marriage controversy in Malaysia, a Muslim father has started an online petition urging the government to end the sanction of rape by banning child marriages

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Reports on the marriage between a 41-year-old man and 11-year-old child in Gua Musang, Kelantan has sparked debate around the nation since 18 June. The man, Che Abdul Karim Che Abdul Hamid, who already has two wives and six kids, has managed to keep the young girl, Ayu, as his bride because he said, "it is permissible in Islam".

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On 1 July, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail addressed the issue, saying that although child marriage is illegal under the federal law, it is still considered legal under Islamic laws.Dr Wan Azizah, who is also Women, Family, and Community Development Minister, added that Islamic laws state that children under 16 are allowed to get married, as long as the Syariah court judge allows it.As a result, the nation's government is powerless to put a stop to their marriage.However, she said that the government is working with National Fatwa Council to push the age limit for marriage up to 18.

Later on 10 July, it was reported that the man was found guilty by the Syariah court for marrying a minor without prior consent. He was charged a fine of RM1,800.

It was also reported on the same day, that the man obtained a marriage certificate from the Narathiwat Islamic Religious Council (NRC).

Outraged by the reports on the case, one Muslim father took matters into his hands by setting up a petition addressed to the government to end marriages for those below 18

As a father of three children himself, Umran Kadir was concerned about the issue. Part of Kadir's statement in the petition read: "There are those that seek to justify the state sanctioned rape of children by citing religious arguments. However, the reality is that there are no strong religious justifications permitting such a crime. In fact, all mainstream religions, including Islam, have schools of thought that either discourage or prohibit this terrible practice.""To permit otherwise is not to permit 'child marriage'; instead, it is to permit the state sanctioned rape of children."

The petition has garnered more than 4,000 signatures since it was posted on 12 July. You can sign the petition here.

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24-Year-Old M'sian Goes Viral For Making RM100,000 In Sales From His Bedroom In 5 Months

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A 24-year-old Malaysian has gone viral for sharing how he made over RM100,000 selling products online in five months from his bedroom

In a 48-second video posted on TikTok last Saturday, 10 June, Bryan Low revealed that he made a total of RM111,668.30 from selling fashion products online, such as watches and bracelets. Low, who graduated from Xiamen University Malaysia with a major in Finance, claimed he challenged himself to make RM100,000 through e-commerce with a RM400 capital in January 2021.He started by looking for marketing inspiration for a product on TikTok Creative Center and Facebook Ad Library, as well as researching related keywords to understand his competitors.Next, he showed his audience his selection process before visiting Alibaba's website to source for a similar product. Low then created a promotional campaign for the product and identified a specific target audience group, which allowed the advertisements to deliver a message that resonates with them.

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Low eventually created an e-commerce site via Shopify, and ran three ads on Facebook and TikTok, stressing that the ads must be in video format

Low said he picked the ad that performed the best to scale up his sales. He used EasyParcel to ship out customers' orders.By June 2021, he made RM42,370 in gross profit after spending RM30,752 on Facebook ads. His profit margin was about 38%, Low revealed in a YouTube video.The fledgling entrepreneur told SAYS that others looking to embark on their own entrepreneurship journey can now leverage AI tools such as ChatGPT to help them come up with ideas for brand names and use easy-to-learn design software like Canva to create logos for their business.

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At the time of writing, the marketing agency owner's video has garnered over 500,000 views and 36,500 likes

Speaking to SAYS, he clarified that his initial capital was indeed RM400. He said media reports that mentioned he forked out RM30,000 for ad spend is inaccurate because the advertising cost was generated from a continuous flow of profit.

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Low said he enjoys being an entrepreneur and takes away learnings from Russell Brunson, Alex Hormoz, and Mark Manson, among others. The reason he did not look for a corporate job after graduation is because "I want to hit the gym at 2pm"."The RM100,000 e-commerce challenge was a case study for InFlare Marketing (the agency he runs) to prove to my audience that it's possible to start something with a small capital, before growing and scaling it with the right method and effort," Low said when contacted."I did everything on my own: shooting product photos in my backyard, recording videos and creating ads, and handling everything from the frontend to the backend of the business. What I didn't expect is to turn the initial RM400 into RM111,000 so quickly in only five months. Eventually, I broke things down into pieces so it'd be something that's easy to follow, even for complete beginners."Initially, his agency, InFlare Marketing, provided services to create sale funnels and run ads for clients, but has now evolved into a growth partner, specialising in consultation and strategy planning to grow businesses."A lot of companies have really great products and services, but the problem is, they're not marketing and selling it well," he said, adding that he aims to help 1,000 entrepreneurs currently generating between RM300,000 to RM1 million per year to double their sales within one year.

Watch Low share his success journey below:

  @bryanlowwww 9 Steps to make RM100k in your bedroom  SHARE and SAVE For Later Step 1⃣: Inspiration - TikTok Creative Center and Facebook Ad Library are my favs.  - Use ad and keywords inspiration to learn more about your competitors. Step 2⃣: Product Sourcing - My favourite sourcing platform is 1688.com. - Use my Winning Product Criteria when choosing a product:  Wow factor  Mass appeal + evergreen  High perceived value + high margin  Scalable - able to sell RM100k per month Step 3⃣: Offer Creation/Pricing - Make sure to create a different angle when it comes to creating a compelling offer. Step 4⃣: Target Audience - Be precise, be accurate, so your message will be accurate and straight to your audience. Step 5⃣: Get a Brand Name and a Logo - Tools: ChatGPT, Canva Step 6⃣: Create an Ecom Website - So your customers able to select the product and checkout right away anytime 24/7. Step 7⃣: Ad Creation - Create 3 ads yourself (or outsourcing) for testing - Take a screenshot of the video Step 8⃣: Run Ads - Meta and TikTok ads are my top 2 preferences as for now.  - Understand where your audience congregate, and run ads directly to them. Step 9⃣: Fulfillment - I use EasyParcel for all of my order fulfilment. - Simply create an account and top up and you’re good to go!  If you enjoy content like this, join me @bryanlowwww for more tips!  Lemme know if you have any questions in the comment section!  Chill Vibes


6 'Bento Box' Comel & Berkhasiat Untuk Bekalkan Tenaga Anak-Anak Di Sekolah

Hari-hari sediakan makanan yang sama untuk anak-anak tentu bosan, bukan? Anak pun tak lalu nak makan.

Image via Sekolah Kebangsaan Tengku Ampuan Intan (YouTube)

Kadang-kadang, si anak itu tak mahu makan bukan kerana makanan itu tak sedap. Tetapi mungkin kerana bosan dengan makanan yang sama, yang dihidangkan juga dengan cara yang sama. Maklumlah, kanak-kanak kan memang cepat bosan.So parents, sudah tiba masanya untuk tingkatkan kreativiti agar anak anda lebih seronok untuk makan! Apa kata cuba resipi-resipi comel di bawah ini. Kami yakin anak-anak mesti suka dan makan sampai licin!

1. Burrito Telur Hancur

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Bahan-bahan:- 2 biji telur- 2 sudu besar susu rendah lemak- 1 sudu kecil daun ketumbar (dicincang)- 1 sudu kecil minyak sayuran- 4 sudu besar keju cheddar- 2 keping roti tortilla whole wheat- Secubit garam- 1/4 sudu kecil lada hitamCara:1. Untuk telur hancur, di dalam mangkuk, pukul telur bersama susu, daun ketumbar, garam dan lada hitam.2. Menggunakan non-stick pan, panaskan minyak dan masukkan telur. Kemudian, hancurkan.3. Letakkan 2 helai daun salad di tengah roti tortilla, kemudian, tabur 2 sudu besar keju cheddar, letakkan separuh telur hancur dan 2 sudu sudu besar tomato.4. Gulung cara burrito-style. Siapa yang tak suka burrito? Orang dewasa suka, kanak-kanak lagilah suka! Bayangkan macam mana perasaan mereka bila melihat burrito comel sebegini sudah tersedia untuk mereka makan. Confirm mereka tak nak share dengan kawan-kawan.

2. Nasi Goreng Labu

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Bahan-bahan:- 1 sudu besar minyak bijan- 1 ulas bawang putih (dicincang)- 1 sudu kecil halia kisar- 1/2 biji bawang merah- 1/2 cawan labu (dipotong kiub kecil)- 1 1/2 cawan nasi perang yang sudah dimasak- 1/4 cawan kacang kuda (direbus)- 2 sayur bok choy (dicincang kasar)- 2 sudu kecil kicap masin- 1 sudu besar sos tiram- 1/4 sudu kecil lada putihToppings:- 1 sudu besar daun bawang (dihiris) - 1 sudu kecil bijan Cara:1. Menggunakan non-stick pan, panaskan minyak dengan api sederhana.2. Masukkan bawang putih, halia dan bawang merah hingga naik bau.3. Masukkan labu dan kacau hingga labu lembut selama 3 minit.4. Masukkan nasi perang dan kacang kuda. Kacau selama 1 minit.5. Masukkan kicap masin, sos tiram dan lada putih. Kacau selama 1 minit.6. Masukkan sayur bak choy dan kacau hingga lembut.7. Tabur daun bawang dan bijan. Hidangan ini sedia untuk dihidang.Ini adalah resipi yang agak rare dan sangat sedap! Dengan hiasan ikan duyung comel dilengkapkan lagi dengan buah-buahan berkhasiat, hidangan ini sudah lengkap untuk menceriakan anak-anak. Sediakan bekal bento seimbang dan berkhasiat yang dilengkapi satu pek MILO UHT untuk dibawa oleh anak-anak ke sekolah.

3. Salad Pasta Hawaii

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Bahan-bahan:- 1 cawan wholemeal spiral pasta yang sudah dimasak- 1 cawan buah nanas (dipotong kiub kecil)- 3 sudu besar lobak merah (dihiris nipis)- 1 sudu besar daun bawang (dihiris)- 4 sudu besar isi ikan tunaDekorasi:- 1 sudu besar jus lemon- 3 sudu besar sos light mayonis- 1 sudu besar greek yogurt rendah lemakCara:1. Di dalam mangkuk besar, masukkan pasta, buah nanas, isi ikan tuna, lobak merah dan daun bawang. Gaul dan ketepikan. 2. Di dalam mangkuk kecil yang asing, gaul jus lemon, sos mayonis, greek yogurt dan garam. Kemudian, masukkan campuran pasta. Gaul.Sedapnya makan pasta! Serikan bekalan makanan anak-anak dengan resipi ala-ala Hawaii ini yang pasti akan menggembirakan mereka. Gabungan pasta dan salad ini juga merupakan satu kombinasi yang unik. Tak susah pun nak sediakan. Potong-potong dan campak-campak sikit dah siap!

4. Tortilla Rangup & Labu Tuna Lecek

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Bahan-bahan:- 1/4 labu kecil (250g) dibuang biji dan dipotong kiub besar dengan kulitnya- 1 sudu besar marjerin-  4 sudu besar isi ikan tuna- Secubit garam- 1/4 sudu kecil lada hitam- 1 sudu kecil daun bawang (dihiris)- 1 keping roti wholemeal tortilla (potong bentuk chips)Cara:1. Microwave labu selama 5 minit sehingga lembut dan masak.2. Gunakan sudu untuk keluarkan isi labu dan buan kulitnya.3. Di dalam mangkuk, masukkan marjerin, isi ikan tuna, labu, garam dan lada hitam. Gaul. Kemudian, tabur daun bawang.4. Lapikkan baking sheet di atas pinggan yang microwaveable dan leta sedikit minyak sayuran di atasnya.5. Susun tortilla wedges di atas baking sheet.6. Microwave selama 4 minit sehingga keperenggan dan rangup.7. Biarkan tortilla chips di luar selama 5 minit dan hidangkan bersama Pumpkin Tuna Mash.Resipi ini pula antara alternatif yang lebih seimbang dan berkhasiat. Kombinasi labu dan tuna ini mungkin nampak simple tapi anak-anak akan dapat khasiat dan protein yang secukupnya. Kalau ada labu lebih, boleh juga sediakan resipi Nasi Goreng Labu yang di atas tadi. Mudah, kan?

5. Sandwic Mentega Kacang

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Bahan-bahan:- 2 keping roti wholemeal (dibakar)- 2 sudu besar mentega kacang (unsalted dan unsweetened)- 1 biji pisang (dihiris)- 2 sudu kecil biji labu- 1 sudu kecil maduCara:1. Sapukan 1 sudu besar mentega kacang di atas roti.2. Letakkan hirisan pisang.3. Tabur biji labu dan madu.4. Ulang dengan menggunakan bahan lebihan.Anak-anak tak akan cakap 'no' kepada mentega kacang. Semua pun mesti suka! Inikan pula bila disediakan dalam bentuk sandwic dengan dekorasi bento yang sangat comel. Kalau bawa bekal ini ke sekolah, kawan-kawan yang lain mesti akan jealous.

6. Wrap Ayam Daun Salad

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Bahan-bahan:- Ayam kisar- 1 biji keledek kecil (dihiris)- 6 helai daun sayur romaine lettuce- 2 sudu kecil minyak bijan- 1 ulas bawang putih kisar- 1/2 cawan frozen mixed vegetables- 1 sudu besar sos tiram- 1/4 sudu kecil lada putih- 1 sudu kecil sos ikan- 1 sudu kecil kicap masinCara:1. Untuk Sweet Potato Chips, lapikkan baking sheet di atas pinggan microwaveable dan letakkan sedikit minyak. Kemudian, susun keledek di atasnya.2. Microwave selama 3 minit sehingga rangup.3. Biarkan di luar selama 5 - 10 minit. Kemudian, masukkan ke dalam kontenar. Anda juga boleh 4. Untuk ayam, menggunakan non-stick pan, panaskan minyak dengan api sederhana.5. Masukkan bawang putih dan masak hingga naik bau.6. Masukkan ayam kisar dan masak selama 3 minit sehingg separuh masak.7. Masukkan mixed vegetables, kicap masin, sos ikan, garam dan lada putih. Masak selama 5 minit.8. Hidangkan dengan daun romaine lettuce. Dan yang terakhir, boleh hasilkan resipi wrap ayam ini. Bukan setakat berkhasiat, resipi ini juga sangat enak dengan balutan ayam cincang di dalam daun salad segar. Ia menjadi lebih sempurna dengah satu pek MILO UHT. Nyum!

Menarik sangat resipi-resipi di atas ini, kan? Tapi sebelum itu, ada satu lagi perkara penting yang ibu bapa kena tahu.

Bagi menyediakan sarapan seimbang untuk anak-anak, ibu bapa perlu tahu prinsip 'suku suku separuh'.Apa itu 'suku suku separuh'? Lihat video di bawah ini:

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MILO UHT mengandungi ACTIV-GO, iaitu kombinasi unik PROTOMALT, vitamin dan mineral yang dapat menghasilkan tenaga yang efisien daripada makanan. Ia dapat membantu ibu bapa yang sibuk memastikan kanak-kanak mereka mendapat tenaga yang mencukupi untuk menghadapi aktiviti seharian di sekolah.

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Untuk dapatkan lebih banyak resipi #MiloBentoBox yang menarik dan comel serta maklumat lanjut mengenai produk MILO, klik di sini.

Musim sekolah akan dibuka tak lama lagi. Inilah masanya untuk ibu bapa serlahkan kreativiti di dapur dan rapatkan hubungan bersama anak-anak.

Selamat memasak! :D


"Gemuk Tak Nak Cream" - Tak Pasal-pasal Pelanggan Kena 'Body Shaming' Dengan Waiter

Dalam apa-apa pekerjaan yang kita lakukan sekali pun, adab dan tingkah laku perlulah dijaga, lebih-lebih lagi apabila berurusan dengan orang

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Tak manis jadinya sekiranya seseorang itu bertindak tidak sopan sehingga mampu mencalarkan imej diri dan juga syarikat. Ingat, kita bukan hanya membawa nama baik kita sahaja tetapi turut membawa imej syarikat yang mengambil kita bekerja.Oleh itu, seseorang itu wajib bekerja berlandaskan tatasusila yang dapat memberi cerminan indah terhadap diri dan juga majikan.

Walaupun bunyi macam common sense, tetapi masih ada juga yang memilih untuk berperilaku biadap dan menganggapnya sebagai bahan jenaka

Salah satu contoh dapat dilihat menerusi posting daripada seorang pengguna Facebook, Nazly Rosli yang telah dihina oleh seorang pelayan restoran kerana berbadan besar.Menurut perkongsian itu, Nazly bukanlah dihina secara terang-terangan, namun pelayan terbabit mengejek fizikalnya menerusi pesanan yang dibuat. Nazly terkejut apabila mendapati tulisan 'gemuk tak nak cream' jelas terpampang pada resit selepas membuat bayaran.

Nazly bagaimanapun tidak marah tetapi lebih kepada terhibur. Baca perkongsian penuh di bawah:

Image via Nazly Rosli / Facebook

Image via Nazly Rosli / Facebook

Bahasa: "Sila nasihatkan staf untuk tidak menulis catatan yang tidak perlu ketika sedang mengambil pesanan pelanggan. Saya minta untuk tidak meletakkan whipped cream bagi menu iced chocolate tetapi tiba-tiba pesanan saya ditulis sebagai 'gemuk tak nak cream'. Saya tak pasti sama ada catatan ini ditujukan kepada saya atau kepada staf yang membuat minuman."Tambahan lagi, mereka berborak begitu kuat tentang bagaimana minuman-minuman yang dibuat oleh rakan sekerja mereka boleh buat 'potong kaki'. Nasib baik saya lebih terhibur daripada marah. Bayangkan jika salah seorang pelanggan cerewet anda menerima resit dengan catatan sebegitu. Tak salah kalau nak bergembira ketika bekerja tetapi tolong bersikap profesional."

Rakan-rakan Nazly terkejut dengan perkara ini dan masing-masing tidak boleh terima kebiadaban pelayan restoran tersebut

Image via Nazly Rosli / Facebook

Image via Nazly Rosli / Facebook

Mujur pihak restoran tersebut sudah memberi maklum balas setelah Nazly membuat aduan

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Ingat, lain kali jagala tatatertib tidak kira di mana kita berada. Bukan susah pun nak buat baik pada orang, kan? :)

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Tertutup terus mulut haters!

                "Semua Mula Sebab Body Shaming" - Asyik Diejek, Gadis Dedah Tips Turun Berat Sampai 21KG!

Jom baca tips yang dikongsikan Nadiah ini!

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"Racun Shopee Lagi" - Ini 5 Pewangi Baju Viral Yang Anda Wajib Beli, Ramai Recommend!

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Pasti ada di antara anda yang sudah cuba pelbagai jenis sabun atau pewangi baju tetapi bila dibasuh tetap kurang wangi bukan?

Kadangkala, mungkin cara kita basuh baju itu tidak betul ataupun jenama sabun tersebut tidak sesuai dengan pakaian kita.Apa kata anda cuba beberapa pewangi dan pelembut baju yang viral di Shopee baru-baru ini? Ramai yang sudah mencuba dan mengatakan produk-produk ini bagus.Jom kita lihat 5 jenis pewangi dan pelembut baju di bawah:

1. Mix colour laundry condensation beads

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Laundry beads ini mempunyai empat warna didatangi dengan bau yang berbeza iaitu fresh fruits, natural, rose dan lily.Cara menggunakannya ialah anda hanya perlu memasukkan dua hingga tiga ketul beads ke dalam mesin dan biarkan ia dibasuh sekali bersama pakaian.Harga: RM4.80 hingga RM5.00Klik di sini untuk beli.

2. Aroma softener clothes

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Pewangi ini sama seperti laundry beads tadi, cuma ia berbentuk biji kecil-kecil. Ia juga terdapat empat warna dan bau berbeza iaitu lavender, rose, chanel dan ocean.Cara menggunakannya pula masukkan sekali bersama pakaian sebelum memulakan proses membasuh.Harga: RM3.78 Klik di sini untuk beli.

3. Downy unstopables in-wash scent booster beads

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Bau Downy beads ini pula mampu bertahan dengan lebih lama berbanding dua pewangi di atas. Antara warna yang ada adalah merah, turquoise, merah jambu dan ungu. Baunya pula merupakan bau red rose, floral, jasmine dan plum fruit.Cara menggunakannya adalah bermula dengan meletakkan pakaian di dalam mesin basuh, kemudian masukkan dua atau tiga cup Downy beads. Seterusnya, masukkan detergent atau softener dan mula membasuh.Harga: RM31.50Klik di sini untuk beli.

4. Hi Class softener viral

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Soflan ini terdapat empat jenis bau iaitu rose pink, jasmine, red rose dan lemon. Selain boleh membuatkan pakaian anda wangi sepanjang hari dan mudah digosok, ia juga boleh digunakan sebagai agen pencuci lantai.Pewangi serbaguna ini bukan saja mempunyai kuantiti yang banyak iaitu 500ml, malah harganya juga sangat murah! Anda boleh beli kesemua warna tanpa fikir banyak.Harga: RM2.90Klik di sini untuk beli.

5. Sureclean laundry detergent

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Mendapat rating 4.9/5 di Shopee, pencuci baju Sureclean ini juga sangat disyorkan oleh ramai pengguna. Ia merupakan anti bakteria dan biodegradable.Harganya yang murah juga membuatkan ramai pelanggan repeat beli dengan penjual ini. Botolnya juga besar dan mempunyai kuantiti sebanyak 5kg.Harga: RM10.95Klik di sini untuk beli.

Lepas ni confirm tak ada lagi masalah baju tak wangi lepas pakai produk-produk di atas. Murah pula tu, jom cuba sekarang!

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More Than A Million Adults In Malaysia Are Not Even Aware They Have Diabetes

Around 2.5 million adults aged 18 and above in Malaysia have diabetes

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The unflattering statistics puts Malaysia as the country with the highest rate of diabetes in Asia.This was revealed by National Diabetes Institute (NADI) executive chairman Datuk Dr Mustaffa Embong when met by Bernama reporters at the 10th Diabetes Complications Conference and Grand Rounds (DCOM) 2018 in Kuching, Sarawak on Tuesday, 24 July. Bernama reported Mustaffa as saying that Malaysia's diabetes rate is also among the highest in the world, after Saudi Arabia.Prior to this, Professor Dr. Nor Azmi Kamaruddin, the chairman of Clinical Practice Guidelines Development Group said in 2015 that more than a third of adults above the age of 30 in Malaysia would have developed diabetes by 2020, matching the numbers among urban dwellers in the Middle East.Nor Azmi made the statement after he cited the rate of growth in the number of patients with diabetes in Malaysia stayed high at 80% between 1996 until 2011.

Meanwhile, it was also pointed out that about half of Malaysians who have diabetes are unaware of their condition

National Diabetes Institute (NADI) executive chairman Datuk Dr Mustaffa Embong
Image via Bernama via New Straits TImes (NST)

"According to NADI records, statistic suggests that almost half of Malaysians do not know that they have diabetes."Most of the time Type 2 diabetes do not have any symptom at all until you develop a heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, going blind, and amputations," Mustaffa was quoted as saying by Bernama.

Mustaffa added that this was why diabetes has been regarded as the "silent killer" disease

The World Health Organization (WHO) noted that diabetes is one of the leading causes of death globally in the last 15 years, with diabetes killing 1.6 million people in 2016. This was an increase from less than one million in 2000. According to Diabetes Malaysia (formerly known as Persatuan Diabetes Malaysia), Type 2 diabetes accounts for at least 90% of all cases of diabetes and can go undetected for many years.

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Previously, Director General of Health, Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah stated that Type 2 diabetes has remained prevalent in Malaysia due to poor lifestyle and made worse by co-existing medical problems including obesity."One of the main issues in the management is screening of the disease at an early stage in order to prevent complications and treat them early," he said in his foreword for the Clinical Practice Guidelines: Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (fifth edition) report.

In other news, the main cause of the recent hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) outbreak in Penang has been identified by health authorities:

                The Authorities Have Revealed The Main Cause Of The HFMD Outbreak In Penang

30 premises in Penang remain closed since the outbreak earlier in the month.

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[VIDEO] We Played Would You Rather: Career Edition And Things Got Intense!

Ok, serious adult talk here. Is this basically you?

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Ya we feel you, because that's us too... sometimes.

Let's be honest, if you had to choose between passion or paycheck, which would you rather? Ideally, we want both but if we had to choose...

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Ok, how about starting your own business or joining an established company? We cannot decide on either, so our way to possibly have both is to build connections!

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Sigh, that's some tough career choices right there :( Watch the full video to see if you can relate to our dilemmas:

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Hah, cannot choose right? But guess what, we found out that there may be a job under an established company that allows you to be your own boss too!

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Reaaaaaally? WHERE? HOW? WHAT JOB IS THIS?!

Like a job that actually allows flexible working hours & pays six figure salary? No way!

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Crazy right? But it's true because that's what AIA Life Planners get! And the title goes to show that they are more than just average financial services consultants, and they make sure to help others protect their present and secure their future.That would essentially mean that you can be working anywhere, anytime while helping others and be financially rewarded! All you need is the desire to make a difference.

Considering your options or wanna find out more about it? Click here to get started as an AIA Life Planner!


Terlupa Diri Pegang Akaun Company, Admin Live Seronok 'Like' Sampai Ternampak Muka Sendiri

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Banyak sekarang kita boleh lihat jenama pasaran yang mempromosikan barangan di TikTok

TikTok live juga sedikit sebanyak dapat menarik minat pelanggan untuk membeli. Memandangkan sekarang ia lebih mudah dan boleh dibeli secara online saja.Namun, berbeza pula dengan video di TikTok ini apabila admin sebuah akaun terikut 'like' sehingga kamera terpusing ke arah mukanya telah mencuit hati ramai.Lihat video itu di bawah:

  @_nnadia___ HAHAHAHAHAHA   original sound - creepy slowed audios

Hos suruh pengikut yang tap like, admin pun terikut sekali

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan semasa itu akaun TikTok berkenaan sedang membuat live mempromosikan jenama mereka.Hos kemudian berkata untuk menyuruh semua pengikutnya untuk menekan like banyak-banyak sebagai tanda sokongan.Apa yang lebih menghiburkan adalah admin akaun tersebut turut menyertainya dengan menekan like banyak sehingga kamera terpusing ke arah muka sendiri. Situasi itu membuatkan individu berkenaan terkejut dan cepat-cepat mengalihkannya kembali.

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"Gambaran aku bila tengok crush senyum tapi dia perasan" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur dan memberikan pelbagai reaksi mereka.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 304.9K views, 23.3K likes dan 154 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Dia mesti lupa yang dia pegang akaun tu :P

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This Hilarious Eraser Shows A Middle-Aged Man Balding The More You Use It

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A Japanese designer has come up with an adorable eraser of a middle-aged man who progressively balds as you use it to rub mistakes

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Dubbed the Salaryman Eraser (サラリーマン消しゴム; sarariman keshi gomu), this is one of Ishikawa Kazuya's many innovative ideas that has gone viral.He shared the idea in a tweet on 2 June, which has since received over 7,600 retweets and over 41,200 likes. Japan Inside also posted about it on Facebook, which has garnered over 4,500 shares since 12 June.

The first design is of a stressed middle-aged office worker, who starts off with a full head of hair and slowly loses it the more you erase

The more mistakes you make, the balder he becomes.

Image via @issikazu20 (Twitter)

If that's not your thing, there's also a monk version.

Image via @issikazu20 (Twitter)

The creator previously came up with other cute ideas, such as this envelope with a goat's 'chomp' on the corner and a pen holder that resembles a skirt

Image via @issikazu20 (Twitter)

Image via @issikazu20 (Twitter)

Unfortunately, all of these items are not actually for sale. But they're still pretty unique and entertaining.

Image via @issikazu20 (Twitter)

Image via @issikazu20 (Twitter)

You can check out more of his ideas on Twitter.

Want to actually get rid of unwanted hair instead? This 'magic' eraser works wonders:

                This 'Magic' Eraser Removes Unwanted Hair Without Any Pain

No need to shave or wax anymore!

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Lebih 30 Juta Tontonan, Video Lelaki Ini Lakukan Aktiviti Harian Buat Ramai Terpegun. Wow!

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Semua orang di dalam dunia ini mempunyai bakat mereka tersendiri, tidak kiralah walaupun benda itu nampak kecil

Sesetengah orang pula mempunyai bakat luar biasa yang susah untuk dilakukan oleh orang lain. Mungkin sebab mereka sudah berlatih begitu lama untuk melakukan perkara tersebut atau kurniaan semula jadi.Seperti video yang tular di TikTok baru-baru ini apabila seorang lelaki berkongsi cara dia melakukan aktiviti harian telah menarik perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @indoboiii hidup itu emang harus banyak gaya ##viral  DJ Merayu - DJ Rian.A

Kongsi lakukan aktiviti harian dengan cara yang perfect

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang lelaki berkongsi antara beberapa aktiviti harian di rumah yang dia sering lakukan.Namun, apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah caranya melakukan kesemua aktiviti harian yang kelihatan sangat perfect.Antara yang dilihat dalam video itu adalah cara dia membuang sampah, meletakkan sudu di dalam cawan dan membaling topi untuk disangkut.Lihat video penuh sambungan itu di bawah:

  @indoboiii hidup itu harus banyak gaya emang ##viral  Kanan Kiri Remix - elysia

"Hidup penuh dengan luck every time" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut merasa kagum melihat aksinya itu. Malah, ada juga yang bertanyakan berapa lama dia melakukan latihan untuk semua itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 32.4M views, 1.5M likes dan 10.3K comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Seronok pula tengok dia buat semua jadi perfect :O

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KL Man Caught On Camera Brutally Slamming A Cat For Sitting On His Car

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A video of a man brutally slamming a cat on the ground after it was found sitting on his parked car recently made its rounds on social media

Wangsa Maju district police chief SUPT Rajab Ahad Ismail confirmed the incident with Harian Metro and said that the viral video was caught on closed-circuit television (CCTV) at a parking lot in Jalan Rejang, Setapak.

He said, "The viral video shows a man who slammed a cat who had climbed his car's windshield at the time. His actions clearly brought forth backlash from netizens as he did it consciously and it could hurt the cat as well as cause internal bleeding due to the strong impact to the ground."

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The suspect has since come forward and given his statement at the Setapak police station

According to Malay Mail, he arrived at the police station at 11.30am on Tuesday, 22 September.Police found that the man had no previous criminal records.

Wangsa Maju district police chief SUPT Rajab Ahad Ismail.
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The case has been classified as animal cruelty under Section 29 (1) (a) of the Animal Welfare Act 1953 (Amendment 2013)

Bernama reported that if found guilty, the man can face a RM50,000 fine, a year's jail, or both.

Watch the video here:


This 28-Year-Old Woman Just Sued The Malaysian Police And The Government

Her name is Marry Mariay Susay

Marry Mariay Susay at the Kuala Lumpur High Court.
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She is the widow of N. Dharmendran, who died in police custody

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Marry has just filed a civil suit in the KL High Court against a number of police officers, including IGP Khalid Abu Bakar, over her 31-year-old husband's unlawful death while in police custody back in 2013

According to a report in Malaysiakini, in the civil suit, Marry is seeking claims for assault and battery, negligence, and breach of duty, false imprisonment, a conspiracy among the defendants, vindicatory and aggravated damages. In addition to that, she is also seeking damages against defendants from 4 to 8 (see below) for misfeasance in public office as well as a declaration that the defendants deliberately, unlawfully and in bad faith, breached Dharmendran's fundamental rights to life and liberty.The 11 defendants named are:1. Inspector Hare Krishnan Subramaniam;2. Corporal Mohd Haswadi Zamri Shaari;3. Sergeant Jaffri Jaafar;4. Corporal Mohd Nahar Abdul Rahman;5. ACP Yahya Abd Rahman;6. SP Glenn Anthony Sinappah;7. Senior ACP Khairi Ahrasa;8. Ku Chin Wah, who was the CID chief at that time;9. Mohmad Salleh, who was the KL chief police officer at that time;10. IGP Khalid Abu Bakar; and11. The Malaysian government

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How did Dharmendran die in police custody?

Police had detained him on 11 May 2013 for the attempted murder of two people in Cheras. He died 10 days later while in police custody at the Kuala Lumpur Police Contingent Headquarters (IPKKL).According to the Enforcement Agencies Integrity Commission (EAIC), Dharmendran was beaten to death by police officers during a violent interrogation, which included the stapling of his ears. His body had been found with 52 injuries."The deceased ears were stapled while he was alive estimated between two to three days prior to post-mortem," EAIC chairman Yaacob MD Sam said.

While Ku, who was then CID chief, is also facing charges under Section 49 (1) of the Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorism Financing Act 2001, the first four police officers named in the civil suit are separately facing murder charges for Dharmendran's death

Ku Chin Wah
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Speaking about her son, who is now five years old and does not really remember his father, Marry said that he is now starting to ask, "where is dad?"
No knowing what to say, she just tells him that "he's gone to work."

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Dituduh Bela Haiwan Eksotik Tanpa Lesen, Tunku Idris 'Sekolahkan' Netizen Berlagak Pandai

Isu membela haiwan eksotik masih lagi menjadi topik hangat di kalangan masyarakat sejak minggu lepas

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Semuanya bermula apabila seorang penyanyi tempatan, Zarith Sofia didapati membela seekor haiwan eksotik jenis Beruang Matahari di dalam kondominiumnya di Desa Pandan.Walaupun tidak mempunyai apa-apa niat yang buruk mahupun ingin mencederakan haiwan tersebut, perbuatan Zarith Sofia atau Pia, 27, itu tetap salah di sisi undang-undang.

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Pia ditahan kerana menyimpan hidupan liar yang dilindungi tanpa kebenaran PERHILITAN di bawah Akta Pemuliharaan Hidupan Liar 2010 (Akta 716).

Baru-baru ini, seorang netizen di Twitter mempersoal mengapa hanya 'pipit' yang ditangkap walhal terdapat 'helang' juga yang membela haiwan eksotik

'Pipit' yang dimaksudkan adalah warga marhaen yang tidak mempunyai apa-apa pengaruh atau kuasa, sama seperti Zarith Sofia.Manakala gelaran 'helang' itu pula ditujukan secara direct kepada Tunku Idris iaitu anakanda kepada baginda Sultan Johor.

Tunku Idris
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Netizen tersebut mempersoal kenapa tiada sebarang dikenakan kepada Tunku Idris sedangkan baginda juga membela haiwan eksotik yang dipelihara.Menerusi Instagram, baginda dilihat membela haiwan yang sama seperti yang ditemui di kondominium Zarith Sofia iaitu Beruang Matahari.

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"Pipit je yang kena tangkap?" persoal tweet berkenaan

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Tunku Idris pantas membidas dan 'menyekolahkan' netizen berkenaan sambil menjelaskan perkara sebenar yang ramai tidak tahu

Menurut Tunku Idris, baginda telah pun mendaftar dan memperoleh lesen yang sah dari Jabatan PERHILITAN untuk membela haiwan eksotik tersebut."Sebab ‘Helang’ ini ikut cara yang betul. Pergi daftar dan diberi lesen oleh Jabatan PERHILITAN. Sepandai-pandai tupai," tulis baginda di ruangan caption.

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Netizen lain begitu teruja membaca reply daripada Tunku Idris itu dan masing-masing menyelar tindakan individu berkenaan yang berani mempersoal keluarga Diraja Johor

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Permaisuri Agong, Tunku Azizah turut meninggalkan komen serta menjelaskan secara terperinci tentang kewujudan zoo mini di dalam Istana Johor yang dijaga rapi

Pihak PERHILITAN juga menyedari tentang kewujudan zoo mini ini, malah turut hadir ke istana secara berkala bagi tujuan pemeriksaan.

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Apabila ditanya tentang harga untuk membela harimau, ini jawapan Tunku Idris:

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[VIDEO] "Ini Baru Kahwin Online" - Bila Gamers Buat Kenduri Dalam GTA5, Siap Berpantun!

Umum sudah tahu, majlis perkahwinan sepanjang tempoh Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP) adalah tidak dibenarkan berikutan situasi semasa penularan wabak Covid-19

Walau bagaimanapun, untuk kebanyakan negeri, jabatan agama negeri membenarkan upacara akad nikah dilakukan melalui sidang video atas talian (online) dan hanya melibatkan mereka yang berkewajipan sahaja.

Gambar adalah sekadar hiasan.
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Bukan itu sahaja, konsep norma baharu atau 'new normal' yang disarankan pihak berkuasa yang mana menggesa orang ramai untuk tidak berkumpul di satu tempat juga memperlihatkan majlis perkahwinan secara besar-besaran tidak boleh dibuat untuk sementara waktu ini sehinggalah wabak Covid-19 berjaya dihapuskan.

Tapi baru-baru ini viral di laman sosial satu video sebuah kenduri perkahwinan yang dilakukan secara besar-besaran.
Jangan panik kerana majlis itu hanya dibuat dalam permainan Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5).

Video majlis perkahwinan yang dimuat naik di laman Twitter oleh pengguna @Mrskvsk itu sebenarnya dibuat dalam alam maya oleh sekumpulan gamers menerusi permainan video jenis RPG (simulasi kehidupan nyata).

Kenduri kahwin versi PKP. pic.twitter.com/gZ1vf0MIFf—  (@Mrskvsk) May 17, 2020

Ternyata rata-rata warganet tertarik dengan majlis perkahwinan 'online' tersebut. Manakan tidak, majlis itu bukan sekadar kenduri kahwin biasa tetapi sememangnya persis majlis perkahwinan bertandang bagi kaum Melayu.

Image via Twitter @Mrskvsk

Image via Twitter @Mrskvsk

Majlis yang lengkap dengan rombongan pihak pengantin yang mana masing-masing mengenakan sepersalinan pakaian tradisional turut disertakan dengan pelamin bersanding yang cukup indah. Bukan itu sahaja, terdapat juga sesi berbalas pantun yang dikawal sekumpulan gamers itu bagi menghidupkan lagi suasana kenduri kahwin.

Image via Twitter @Mrskvsk

Image via Twitter @Mrskvsk

Paling seronok tarian zapin 'moden' dan acara bersilat di hadapan pengantin turut dipersembahkan. Selain itu, turut menarik perhatian adalah cara pengurusan makanan dari pihak katerer sepanjang majlis itu berlangsung.

Memandangkan rakyat Malaysia sudah lama tidak dibenarkan melangsungkan kenduri kahwin, maka tidak terkejutlah ramai yang excited menyaksikan majlis di alam maya ini

Hasil tinjauan di laman Twitter mendapati rata-rata warganet terhibur dan telah memberikan komen mencuit hati pada video berkenaan.

Image via Twitter @Mrskvsk

Jika ingin melihat video penuh majlis perkahwinan itu boleh menontonnya di bawah:

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Menerusi saluran akaun YouTube GTA 5 MALAYSIA ini juga terdapat video-video 'simulasi kehidupan nyata' yang lain seperti perlumbaan mat rempit, menangkap orang ponteng puasa, dan rombongan pulang ke kampung menggunakan bas, semuanya dilakukan dalam dunia GTA.


11 Things You Definitely Miss About Malaysia When You're Overseas

1. Penang char koay teow is the best

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"I certainly miss the food, especially Penang char koay teow. Malaysian food is the best lah. It's soooooo flavourful. I think it's because it's combines the best from each ethnic group, all the spices." - Nigel, working in New Zealand

2. Malaysia has some really pretty waterfalls

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"I miss the waterfalls in Malaysia. We have so many beautiful waterfalls that we can swim in. Can't find any where I am now :("- Sam, working in Singapore

3. Being able to find food at anytime of the day (or night)

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"I live in Geneva so most restaurants close by 10pm... so how to yum cha? T_T And I really miss lok lok trucks." - Adrian, working in Switzerland

4. "I miss my car so much..."

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"MY CAR. Being able to drive around and not having to wait for the bus or tram."- Amanda, studying in Australia

5. Taking turns to pay for the meal

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"When I'm out with my friends in Malaysia, we'll take turns paying for the food. That doesn't happen in London. I'm not saying it's a bad thing, it's just that I miss that habit."- Mindy, studying in the UK

6. "I miss my mum, her cooking... and maybe her nagging?"

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"I think we can all agree that our mum's cooking is always the best. And the nagging part... it gets too quiet sometimes, you know?"- Shen, working in Canada

7. You can use words from four different languages in one sentence and STILL MAKE SENSE

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"I don't think there are many countries where the locals can mix four languages in one sentence AND MAKE SENSE. I missed just being comfortable speaking Manglish and using Malaysian expressions only we understand."- Sunitra, working in Thailand

8. Everyone is your 'uncle', 'aunty', 'annae'

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"I miss the people you see every day and the Malaysian way of interaction. We are a warm country, not just the weather but the people in it as well. Like everyone is family. I'm still not used to calling my friends' parents by their names here."- Dickson, working in UK

9. Spicy food that will burn your tongue

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"SPICY FOOD. I love super spicy food but it's so difficult to find food that's spicy enough in Sydney, ok?"- Gwen, working in Australia

10. The weather - it's sunny or rainy, no in between

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"Ok not everyone agrees with me but the weather in Malaysia is wayyyyy better than in Australia. At least it's predictable, unlike in Melbourne - it's super bright and sunny when you go out but five minutes later got thunderstorm... and then it might start hailing too."- Gabriel, studying in Australia

11. So. Many. Public holidays.

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"All the public holidays and long weekends in Malaysia. The struggle is real here."- Sonul, working in USA


That Woman Trying To Stop A Moving Car? She Was Preventing Sick Hubby From Leaving Home

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Recently, a woman was caught on camera throwing herself on top of a Proton Wira's bonnet to stop the moving car at a traffic junction.
Turns out, the car was being driven by her husband, who had undergone treatment for several diseases at Port Dickson Hospital.

She was concerned about the health of her husband, who is 58 years old.The 32-year-old woman had instructed him not to leave the house. However, he disregarded the advice and left their home in Port Dickson to travel to their children's house in Teluk Kemang.After a video clip of the incident went viral on Sunday, 23 April, and the police got involved, the couple went to the Port Dickson police station this morning, 26 April, to explain the situation.

When she noticed her husband leaving their home, the woman asked a neighbour for help. He gave her a ride on his motorcycle until she spotted her husband at the Batu 1 traffic light junction to Jalan Pantai Port Dickson.

"Without delay, the woman stopped the car being driven by her husband, and at the same time, her action was being recorded until the video went viral on social media," Port Dickson police deputy chief deputy Supt Muhamad Mustafah Hussin said in a statement, as reported by New Straits Times.The couple has now expressed regret for their behaviour and said they also understood that the incident put them and other members of the public at risk.It was not reported if any police action will be taken against the couple.

Footage of the incident can be found below:

Read more about the incident here:

                Woman Tries To Stop A Moving Car In The Middle Of The Road In Port Dickson

It is unknown if the woman suffered any injuries or what was the cause of the incident.

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Krispy Kreme's 1st Drive-Thru Outlet Also Houses Kenny Rogers ROASTERS & Sala KL

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Kenny Rogers ROASTERS, Krispy Kreme, and Sala Vegan Restaurant KL opened new outlets in the same building in Bandar Rimbayu on 15 June, and it's pretty impressive

The three-in-one eatery is two storeys tall, and it also doubles as Krispy Kreme's first drive-thru outlet in Malaysia.

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Image via @krispykreme.malaysia (Instagram)

The restaurant's interior is airy and spacious, with large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking lush greenery in the surrounding area outside

Image via Keymel Ali II (Facebook)

Image via Keymel Ali II (Facebook)

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Take a look at some of the delicious food you can expect to get, all within the same eatery

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Image via Sala Vegan Plantbased restaurant, Kuala Lumpur (Facebook)

You can order a hearty main course meal from Kenny Rogers ROASTERS or Sala KL, and finish off with a sweet doughnut or two from Krispy Kreme.

In conjunction with their new launch, Kenny Rogers ROASTERS is having special opening promotions exclusive to their Rimbayu outlet. Check out these cool deals:

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Image via @krrmalaysia (Instagram)

Image via @krrmalaysia (Instagram)

Address:2, Jalan Flora 2, Bandar Rimbayu,42500 Telok Panglima Garang, SelangorOpening hours:8am - 8pm (Daily)Social media links:Kenny Rogers ROASTERSWebsite | Facebook | InstagramKrispy KremeWebsite | Facebook | InstagramSala KLWebsite | Facebook | Instagram

Here are more popular restaurants that have opened cool outlets in Malaysia:

                [PHOTOS] Starbucks Malaysia's New Reserve Drive-Thru In Semenyih Looks Like A 5-Star Hotel

Semenyih folks, rejoice!

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                [PHOTOS] KFC Opens Retro-Themed Outlet In Klang That's Inspired By 1950s American Diners

Vintage vibes.

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                Attention Foodies! Taco Bell Malaysia's 1st Outlet Is Opening On 2 April In Cyberjaya

Mhm... tacos!

Read the full story

                McDonald's Will Open Its 1st Outlet In Cameron Highlands And It's A Drive-Thru

Making holidays better.

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The New Miss International Malaysia Is A Double Major Student With A 3.9 CGPA

Kedah native Charmaine Chew will be representing Malaysia at the 2019 Miss International pageant next month

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The gorgeous 22-year-old from Alor Setar will be flying to Tokyo, Japan for the competition on Tuesday, 12 November.

Everyone cannot stop talking about her beauty - but what many people may not know is that she is a double major student with a 3.9 CGPA

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Charmaine is currently pursuing her studies in Public Relations at Taylors University Lakeside Campus.She's scoring her exams and getting good grades all while juggling her career as a host and model for big brands such as Shiseido, Subaru, Sofy, UOB Bank, and Samsung.

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In 2018, she was invited to speak at TEDxYouth at Sri KDU International School

You can watch her talk, "The Cheat Code to Embracing Your Quarter Life Crisis" on YouTube.

Image via Charmaine Chew/Facebook

Chew will compete against 82 other contestants from around the world in the 59th instalment of Miss International

In 2018, the beauty queen from Venezuela, Mariem Velazco, took the crown.

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All the best, Charmaine! We're rooting for you!

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Meanwhile, check out these other talented Malaysians making a name for themselves internationally:

                This 6-Year-Old Malaysian Piano Prodigy Won First Place In A Competition In Vienna

This isn't the first win for Lim, who began playing the piano at the tender age of four.

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                A Group Of Malaysians Beat Out 194 Pipe Bands To Emerge As World Champions

They were named winners of category Grade 4B and also bagged a few special awards.

Read the full story

                These Malaysian Filmmakers Won A Cannes Award For Their Eye-Opening Anti-Bullying PSA

"Likes and shares don't end bullying. Learning how to help a victim does."

Read the full story


Nazri Asks For Forgiveness From TMJ

On Thursday, 15 March, the official Facebook page for JOHOR Southern Tigers posted an update regarding an audience Dato' Seri Mohamed Nazri Bin Abdul Aziz, Minister of Tourism and Culture, was granted by both the Sultan of Johor and Crown Prince of Johor

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The Facebook post, which at the time of writing this story has over 7.5K Reactions and more than 800 comments, the JOHOR Southern Tigers wrote that Nazri Aziz "came to seek HM Sultan of Johor's views and suggestions on national governance for the future"

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JOHOR Southern Tigers' Facebook post, however, added that Nazri Aziz came "to ask forgiveness from HRH the Crown Prince of Johor"

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The Facebook post didn't elaborate on the specifics of the forgiveness sought by Nazri, who in past indulged in a war of words against Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, the Crown Prince of Johor

Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, fondly known as TMJ, has often been vocal in regards to the political situation in Malaysia. The heir apparent, came into the spotlight back in June 2015 when he had criticised PM Najib Razak in a statement.TMJ's criticism of Najib, however, did not sit well with Nazri, a staunch Najib defender, who had told TMJ to "stay out of politics"."He should keep out of politics because otherwise, he will be subject to the same rule and we will whack him. Rulers and royal families are above the law. If you want to be a politician then say so, so we can hit you back for what you say," Nazri had said.Furthermore, the Star Online had reported Nazri adding that the royalty should keep out of politics because "we are the ones protecting the royalty".

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Reacting to the post in the comment sections, netizens, however, questioned Nazri intentions, calling it an act before the GE14

You can check out the original post for more comments here:

DYMM SULTAN JOHOR DAN DYAM TUNKU MAHKOTA JOHOR TERIMA MENGADAP DATO’ SERI MOHAMED NAZRI ABDUL AZIZ

DYMM Sultan Johor,...Posted by JOHOR Southern Tigers on Wednesday, 14 March 2018

What do you think about the forgiveness Nazri has sought?


This Klang-Born Top Student Can't Continue Her Studies Because She's Not Malaysian

Born at a clinic in Klang, 20-year-old STPM top scorer Roisah Abdullah is a brilliant student at SMK Sg Kapar Indah

According to The Malaysian Insight, Roisah obtained excellent results in PMR and SPM as well.However, she sits for exams with her birth certificate instead of a blue MyKad.

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Adopted at birth, Roisah's biological mother is reported to be a foreigner, while her father's details remain unknown

Before she passed away, Roisah's adoptive mother tried numerous times to obtain a blue MyKad for her from the National Registration Department (JPN), but was always rejected.In 2013, her rejection letter from the Ministry of Home Affairs did not state a reason for rejection other than it was in accordance with Article 15(A) of the Federal Constitution.Free Malaysia Today reported that as a result, Roisah is unable to move on to tertiary education due to her stateless status.

Human rights lawyer N Surendran and opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim both urged Putrajaya to address Roisah's situation, and the issue of stateless children in Malaysia

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According to Free Malaysia Today's report, Anwar urged Home Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to give Roisah citizenship immediately. Berita Daily also reported that Anwar said Zahid must accept responsibility and make Roisah's case his priority rather than "spending his time campaigning for GE14". "I also urge Zahid to look into the large number of other Malaysians who remain stateless despite being qualified under the Federal Constitution," Anwar added.

N Surendran speaking to reporters at a Lawyers For Liberty press conference yesterday.
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Padang Serai MP N Surendran told reporters at legal rights group Lawyers For Liberty (LFL)'s press conference that Rosiah's case was urgent as she needed to enrol in university."By right government should send her abroad because she is a brilliant student. But despite being a top student, she has got no future," Surendran said. "Nobody will give her a job because she has got no papers. How do we justify this?" he added.

Roisah's case was among three cases of stateless children brought up by LFL at a press conference yesterday, 12 March

The stateless children appeared at the press conference with their families and N Surendran yesterday.
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8-year-old R Karthiyani, who was born at home, is the only one out of 11 children with no documentation due to the circumstances of her birth.The Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) confirmed that she was born at home, but the JPN has disagreed and denied the girl her citizenship. 7-year-old Lim Ai Ling, born to parents whose marriage was unregistered, remain stateless as well.Her Malaysian father, Lim Chun Jih, and Indonesian mother applied for her citizenship April last year.


Jovial 'Teddy Bear Doctor' Checks Up On The Sick And Poor In KL Every Saturday

Meet Dr. Shanmugam Madhusudhan, a 33-year-old, who is otherwise fondly known among his friends as the teddy bear doctor

Chatting with colleagues.
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Every Saturday night, the 33-year-old doctor, who works with volunteers from Kechara Soup Kitchen, heads out on the streets of Kuala Lumpur to provide medical care to the homeless and others who do not have enough money for hospital treatments

Serving patients in Chow Kit.
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While costs for medication and treatment, including hospital admissions, are covered by Kechara Soup Kitchen, private donations from different places fund the ambulance and medical equipment. According to Susan Tam of Coconuts KL, Mahamas Ambulance Service from Jalan Pahang Kecil had donated for 11 July.The Klang-born doctor believes that being out there on the streets and helping people is an experience that was "anytime better than going clubbing".He is always in a jovial mood, regardless of the conditions he and the volunteers work in. Last Saturday, 11 July, while they were parked next to a heap of rubbish and amidst the usual odours that come from bins and drains, Dr Madhusudhan and his colleagues carried on with their work, using stethoscopes and blood pressure gauges to do routine checks on the patients, writes Susan Tam.

According to the doctor, working on the streets is meaningful and it doesn't matter if it stretches late into the night. "If there are emergency cases, we will usually finish our rounds by 2am or 3am."

Treating the destitute on a Saturday night complements the work he does at his clinic in Cheras.  At his private practice, this Klang-born doctor offers free medication and treatment to the homeless, poor and senior citizens, supported by Kechara volunteers who bring over patients to his care.His charity work began as a co-founder of the Genie foundation, granting wishes to children from orphanages. Then he moved on to join Kechara's volunteer movement, after finding out one of his friends help out regularly at the soup kitchen. “At first, I thought the soup kitchen was a cooking class. Who would attend a cooking class on a Saturday night?” he laughs. When he learnt about the real work involved, he fell in love with it and stuck to it for a year now.

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Treating a patient.
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His good work, however, is not immune to criticism from others

“Some people accuse me of doing this work for fame, I laugh at such remarks. I think even if it is fame that I do it for, as long as the people (here) get helped, why not?”Dr Madhusudhan doesn't let these criticisms or accusations stop his work. He even jokes about his bachelorhood, expressing wishes that his future wife would either be a volunteer or support his commitment to the long and thankless hours of volunteerism.

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Dr. Madhusudhan, who is in this for the long-term, hoping to reach out to as many people as he is able to, conducting a basic check up for one of the patients in Chow Kit, which is one of the many stops that the doctor and his team goes to on Saturday nights

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Others include Sentul, Dang Wangi, Keramat and the area around Bangkok Bank. “Chow Kit area has the most patients, and sometimes we have to take them to the hospital if there is an emergency.  “Some of them may have been robbed and chopped, or have difficulties in breathing, so we have to admit them.”  Typically, 80 to 90 patients meet at Chow Kit to receive medical treatment as well as food distributed by the soup kitchen.But it's tough at times, he admits, these patients are reluctant to be warded due to existing convictions or criminal records, while others have no identification cards or have had their documents stolen from them.So instead, they wait for the team's weekend visits as a way to get treated. “So instead of going to hospital, they wait for us.  One of the worst cases I've seen is when a patient came to see us, with a  gangrenous leg so rotten that it urgently needed hospital treatment, but the client refused to go.” He explains that patient had believed in black magic as a form of treatment instead of going to a hospital.

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Dr. Madhusudhan and his team are always cheerful and kind while taking the time to listen to their patients and offer advice. And the patients are pleased with the volunteer medical team's effort.

One of the patients even told us that he treats Dr Madhusudhan like his brother. "Don't smoke too much, make sure your take your medicine," were among the doctor's advice.

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Patients at Chow Kit wait for their turn with the doctor.
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Ini 10 'Aktiviti Outdoor' Klang Valley Yang Boleh Lakukan Bersama Rakan & Keluarga. Syok!

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Anda kehilangan idea tak tahu tempat mana dah nak meluangkan masa bersama rakan dan keluarga?

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Pasti ada yang naik bosan setiap weekend pergi ke pusat beli-belah, makan dan window shopping. Apa kata kita tukar selera sikit, banyak lagi keindahan alam yang boleh kita nikmati sebenarnya. Pada yang sukakan nature vibes, anda pasti tertunggu-tunggu info ini daripada kami. Buat yang sukakan nature vibes, anda pasti tertunggu-tunggu info ini daripada kami. Jom lihat list aktiviti outdoor yang boleh anda lakukan bersama orang yang tersayang.

1. Water Rafting - Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor

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Siapa yang gemarkan aktiviti air, boleh cuba water rafting di Kuala Kubu Bharu di Selangor. Anda akan diberikan tunjuk ajar seperti water confidence sebelum boleh bermain. Trainer di sini semuanya sangat berpengalaman untuk memberi tunjuk ajar supaya anda tidak akan panik apabila jatuh ke dalam air. Jika ke sini, anda tidak perlu risau dengan gambar dan video kerana pakej yang ditawarkan lengkap dengan kedua-duanya. Seronok!Harga: RM180 seorang Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

2. ATV - ATV Adventure Park, Kemensah

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Sukakan aktiviti lasak dan nature vibes? ATV sangat sesuai untuk anda. Kebiasaannya memang susah nak mencari tempat yang boleh bermain ATV di tengah-tengah bandar bukan? Kini tidak, anda boleh mengajak rakan atau keluarga untuk ke sini. Memang ekstrem!Harga: RM100 hingga RM200 (Mengikut pakej)Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

3. Aktiviti air dan rakit - Tadom Hill, Banting

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Aktiviti air sudah menjadi kegemaran ramai sejak kebelakangan ini. Bukan saja dapat merasa air yang menyegarkan, malah kalau bersama rakan atau keluarga yang ramai. Confirm riuh suasana! Terdapat pelbagai aktiviti yang boleh anda lakukan di sini selain bermain rakit, water confidence dan water slides. Anda juga boleh memilih aktiviti lasak seperti ATV,  Go Kart, Flying Fox, Archery dan sebagainya dengan cas tambahan. Harga: RM25 seorang Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

4. Flying fox - Zipline, Shah Alam

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Masa inilah nak cabar diri, lupakan sifat takut gayat, pejam mata dan enjoy the ride!  Zipline baru saja dibuka di Taman Tasik Shah Alam. Aktiviti flying fox disini mendapat sambutan baik daripada masyarakat. Ramai yang sudah cuba, anda bila lagi?Harga: RM25 seorangKlik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

5. Go Kart - Xpark Sunway Serene, PJ

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X Park Malaysia mempunyai banyak cawangan di seluruh negeri. Ia memang dikenali sebagai tempat Go Kart paling best. Anda jangan risau tentang cuaca yang panas kerana trek dan laluan Go Kart disini ada yang mempunyai bumbung. Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

6. Aktiviti outdoor - ESCAPE, PJ

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Uji kebolehan anda dengan meluangkan masa di ESCAPE yang terletak di Paradigm Mall, Petaling Jaya. Banyak lagi permainan yang ada di sana seperti Banana Flip, Jumping Jack, Coco Climb dan banyak lagi. Kalau bawa geng ni confirm seronok!Harga: RM98 (Dewasa sehingga umur 60 tahun)Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

7. Forest adventure - Skytrex Adventure, Sungai Congkak

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Sukakan aktiviti lasak, mencabar dan nature vibes? Skytrex jawapannya. Anda akan memilih pakej tahap kelasakan di kaunter. Seterusnya, anda akan dilatih cara memasang dan bermain di setiap stesen. Tidak dinafikan, awal-awal akan rasa takut dan gementar, tetapi lama kelamaan anda akan terbiasa dan rasa seronok bermain. Harga: RM80 seorang Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

8. Paragliding, Bukit Jugra

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Teringin nak paragliding, tetapi tidak tahu bagaimana caranya? Tidak usah risau, datang ke Bukit Jugra, anda akan dilatih dan ada juga pengiring yang akan membawa anda menikmati pemandangan yang indah. Bestnya!Harga: RM240 seorang Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

9. Kayak - Bagan Lalang, Sepang

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Rare bukan kayak sambil menikmati suasana hutan paya bakau? Anda akan dibekalkan makan tengahari, tutorial kayak, life jacket untuk trip sehari itu. Tunggu apa lagi? Jom ajak kawan-kawan atau keluarga ke sini!Harga: RM120 (dewasa)Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

10. Santai - Xploria Gamuda Garden, Rawang

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  @umaighah Gamuda Garden, Rawang. Bolehla pegi dengan fam&frens. Staff kat situ kata Gamuda Cove pun best! Worth the day & energy   original sound - Tarda folk!

Untuk yang ada anak kecil, aktiviti di sini pasti menambat hati anda. Anak-anak pasti rasa gembira kalau ibu bapa bawa mereka ke sini. Banyak permainan yang boleh dilakukan, antaranya donut boat ride, taman permainan dan banyak lagi. Klik sini untuk info lebih lanjut.

Tunggu apa lagi? Dah boleh start plan sekarang! :D

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"Terlalu Tenang" - Kawan Terlanggar Kereta Depan, Tapi Reaksi Si Perakam Pula Undang Tawa

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Kemalangan jalan raya merupakan insiden yang paling kita takut dan ingin elak dari ianya terjadi

Namun, siapa kita untuk menolak takdir yang telah ditentukan oleh Allah SWT bukan? Yang penting, kita perlulah menjaga keselamatan diri dan berhati-hati ketika memandu di jalan raya.Namun, berbeza pula dengan sebuah insiden tular ini apabila sekumpulan lelaki terlibat dalam kemalangan telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @hzwann.__ Replying to @NajmanSwandi nah  original sound - Wann - Wann

Member terlanggar kereta depan, tapi yang lain boleh rileks macam dah biasa jadi

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @hzwann.__, kelihatan sekumpulan lelaki itu sedang menuju ke sebuah lokasi yang tidak diketahui.Apa yang mencuri tumpuan adalah apabila pemuda yang sedang membuat story di telefonnya dengan tidak sengaja terakam pemandu terlanggar kereta di depan mereka.Lebih menjadi tanda tanya orang ramai, reaksi si perakam yang tenang walaupun mereka berada dalam situasi cemas itu membuatkan para netizen membuat andaian mungkin mereka sudah terbiasa dengan accident.

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"Hahaha aku tak puas hati dengan reaction dia. Dia buat kereta tu macam bumper car dekat funfair je ek, tenang betul" - Netizen

Ikutan tularnya video itu yang kini sudah meraih 2.3M views, 176.7K likes dan 2.8K shares di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat reaksi si perakam yang terlalu tenang.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Santai betul ya, kalau orang perempuan dah menjerit dah tu. Apa-apa pun, semoga urusan mereka dipermudah :)

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MOH Recalls Cough Meds With Pholcodine After 17 Reports Of Adverse Effects In M'sia

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The Ministry of Health (MOH) has issued a notice to recall and ban the distribution of products containing pholcodine, an opioid substance that is commonly found in cough medications and lozenges

In a statement posted on Twitter today, 23 March, Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said products containing pholcodine have been found to pose safety risks for users, even 12 months after consumption."There is a risk of anaphylaxis (severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction) with the use of muscle-relaxant or neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) during the general anaesthesia process, especially to those who have taken medicines containing pholcodine in the past 12 months," he explained."In other words, those who have taken a medicine containing pholcodine (usually a cough medicine) in the past 12 months face a higher risk of experiencing anaphylaxis if they are given muscle relaxants or NMBAs during the full anaesthesia process, for example, during surgery," he added.Bernama reported that pholcodine is a medicine to treat dry cough (nonproductive/dry, irritating) in adults and children.

A product containing pholcodine.
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As of now, the National Drug Adverse Effects Monitoring Centre under the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) has received 12 reports of 17 adverse effects following the use of pholcodine

Of the cases, none of them developed anaphylaxis. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported 852 cases of adverse effects after patients had taken pholcodine. Among the cases, 42 were reports of anaphylactic reactions and 20 were reports of anaphylactic shocks.The UK, Australia, France, and Norway have also taken regulatory action to cancel and recall products that contain pholcodine, said Noor Hisham.

Manakala Agent Penghalang Neuromuskular (NMBAs) adalah bahan yang digunakan sebagai pra pembedahan untuk merehatkan otot otot.Data yang ada menunjukkan bahawa penggunaan pholcodine dalam 12 bulan sebelum pembedahan, adalah faktor risiko untuk.. pic.twitter.com/rvKzzP7DlY— Public Health Malaysia (@health_malaysia) March 23, 2023

Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa said people who are currently taking cough medication with pholcodine should stop consuming it immediately and consult a doctor for an alternative treatment

She also advised those who are currently taking any cough medication to check the product label to see if it contains pholcodine, reported The Star.Pharmacies and clinics are advised to stop prescribing pholcodine to customers.Based on the statement today, MOH has also agreed to cancel the registration of products containing the risky substance.Below are 14 products that are found to contain pholcodine:

1. Duro-Tuss Regular Cough Liquid 1mg/ml2. Duro-Tuss Forte Cough Liquid 3mg/ml3. Duro-Tuss Expectorant Cough Liquid4. Difflam Anti-Inflammatory Anti-Bacterial Lozenges With Cough Suppressant5. Russedyl Compound Linctus6. Promedyl Plus Linctus7. Pholcodyl Syrup8. Pholcodyl Forte Syrup9, Rhynacol F Syrup10. Ducodin Forte Linctus15mg/5ml11. Ducodin Linctus 6mg/6ml12. Tussedyl Forte Syrup 16mg/6ml13. Axcel Iridin Linctus14. Axcel Iridin Plus Linctus

pic.twitter.com/4FagSzqjH4— KKMalaysia (@KKMPutrajaya) March 23, 2023