What's It Like To Volunteer For A Good Cause? These Lecturers Share Their Experience

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Based on a 2012 report by MATEC Web of Conferences, it was revealed that only seven out of 1,000 Malaysians are volunteers

While there are no recent numbers to indicate whether there has been a significant increase, studies and reports over the years have shown that the country still lacks volunteers. Instead of volunteering, it has been reported that Malaysians have mostly contributed to society through monetary and in-kind donations. Although it's a good gesture, numerous NGOs have expressed their wish for Malaysians to go the extra mile by volunteering, especially among the youths.

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So, why is volunteering important and beneficial?

Other than its impact on the community, volunteering has always been a great way to connect to more people. From working together with your peers and teammates, to communicating with the people you reach out to, volunteering can help to boost your social skills. At the same time, it provides an eye-opening experience, giving you a renewed passion, motivation, and vision for your personal and career development. In other words, it can also boost your employability by teaching you valuable skills. While most Malaysians have shared that time and convenience are one of the greatest barriers to volunteering, that actually isn't the case at all. Even contributing a few hours a week or a month can help you get the most out of volunteering. It can be as simple as helping NGOs distribute food essentials, or assisting the government by volunteering in vaccination centres. Additionally, there are many other platforms out there that make reaching out to the community so much easier.

In line with the Taylor'sphere ecosystem of going beyond intelligence, two Taylor's University academics understand that not only does volunteering impact the community, but it can also help to grow one's practical wisdom:

1. Meet Dr Wan Puspa Melati, a Clinical Sociologist and also a senior lecturer at the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences at Taylor's University

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Passionate about volunteerism and serving the community, Dr Wan has been involved in numerous initiatives for more than 10 years. Growing up, Dr Wan was taught by her dad, who was also a clinical sociologist, that it's important to be kind to others. He would often remind her that she should strive for a paid career, so that she can always reach out to those in need without requesting for monetary return. In the lead up to this, Dr Wan studied to become a clinical sociologist to fulfil her sense of purpose in life, which is to help others.

Building quite a portfolio for herself, Dr Wan has engaged with both local and international organisations, as well as managed grassroots empowerments and support group programmes

From learning sign language to assist the deaf community, to reaching out to single mothers, working closely with institutions that help young adults, volunteering in hospitals, and many more, Dr Wan has made quite a name for herself in various organisations.In fact, one of Dr Wan's most memorable moments in her volunteering efforts was when she developed a very close relationship with the late Esther, who was deaf.

Dr Wan with Esther
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She met Esther in 2007, when she was learning the Malaysian Sign Language at YMCA, Brickfields. Even after completing the course, Dr Wan continued to keep in touch with Esther, enabling both of them to work together on activities for the deaf culture, as well as reaching out to deaf individuals."On 28 January this year, both of us managed to squeeze some time despite our busy schedules to discuss about a marital conflict case between a deaf couple."However, little did she know that that would be the last time she met Esther."Six days later, I received a text saying that she has left us for good. That really affected me and put a halt to our plans – at least for now. I do hope that I am able to continue working with the deaf community in the near future, in her loving memory, and will forever cherish my experiences with her."

When asked about her advice to those who are looking to volunteer, she shared that one should never impose anything on others

Dr Wan spending time with the deaf community
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"Always learn about what they want, what they need, and what support they hope from us. We are not the expert of their lives, and using our own yardstick can be detrimental in our volunteering roles."Additionally, Dr Wan also shared that volunteers should take the initiative to carry out long-term volunteer work, as this helps to build rapport between them and individuals, making it meaningful and impactful in the long run.As a person who is always on-the-go, Dr Wan juggles between lecturing in Taylor's University, while also holding various positions in institutions and doing community work.

2. Having come from a medical background, Dr Mohammad Jaweed, a senior lecturer at the School of Medicine at Taylor's University, also works as a healthcare medical volunteer on an annual basis

Image via Dr Mohammad Jaweed (LinkedIn)

Born in Kabul, Afghanistan, Dr Jaweed knew he was destined to be a doctor since his childhood. This led to his accomplishment of achieving a Medical Doctor degree at Kabul Medical University, before he further completed his Master of Surgery Clinical at the University of Malaya. On top of that, in 2009, Dr Jaweed also joined University Malaya Medical Centre's department of Neurosurgery. As a neurosurgical trainee, he learned about the management of head traumas, brain tumours, and congenital paediatric anomalies, among others.What makes Dr Jaweed one of a kind is that he uses his medical expertise to engage in humanitarian work in numerous countries, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Indonesia, Kenya, and more. He has done everything in the medical field, from performing surgeries to managing outpatient clinics, emergency departments, and burn units. He has also spent a day at an orphanage, performing medical checkups and preparing home-cooked meals for over 45 children.

Throughout his years of volunteering, Dr Jaweed shared that his experience in Kenya was the most memorable and unique, in terms of the language, culture, and environment

Another memorable moment was when he came across a 94-year-old grandmother, who had a severe abscess (a collection of pus which causes severe swelling and inflammation) on her right palm, and compartment syndrome (where the muscle is pressurised, which can damage the nerves and obstruct blood flow)."She needed an urgent operation or she would lose her fingers due to the blocked blood supply. I urged the medical officer to prepare her for an operation; however, there were many other shortages which hindered the process."

Dr Jaweed performing his surgery on the 94-year-old grandmother
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There was no anaesthesiologist around and the hospital lacked proper tools for the surgery. To overturn the situation, Dr Jaweed was appointed the anaesthesiologist and the Chief General Surgeon to perform the operation, which took place under low lighting and with inadequate tools.In spite of their difficulties, the surgery was successful and the grandmother became stable."After the operation, I made my rounds again and saw that within four hours, she made an astounding recovery. She could move her fingers again and seeing the happiness in her eyes was the most exciting part of my trip."

Volunteering in different countries has always been an eye-opening experience to Dr Jaweed, due to the different cultures and language barriers

Dr Jaweed talking about his experience during a sharing session
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"Even without a medical background, I strongly encourage everyone to have at least one volunteering experience and contribute to society. Volunteering is about helping a complete stranger who needs you the most and the rewards are far beyond expectation. Just extending a little help can make a huge difference in someone else's life – and in your own.""Personally, I want to bring meaning to someone's life again, to be a part of their healing; bring joy and happiness back into their lives."

Taylor's University has always believed in going beyond the classroom, so that youths can get the most out of their education

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In fact, by working with students, lecturers, and companies, Taylor's even kickstarted their very own Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Taylor's Community, to transform charity into sustainable programmes. From carrying out programmes focusing on women, to building e-learning platforms for the less fortunate, Taylor's believes in giving back to the community, while also ensuring that they deliver impactful CSR projects. Additionally, the education group has also established a student volunteer organisation, Taylor's C.S.I Volunteers, as a platform for students to volunteer and discover just how eye-opening doing humanitarian work can be.

To find out more about Taylor's University and how they're making a difference in the community, you can head over to their website


SPM Grads! Here's How To Apply For UPU Online To Enrol In Public Universities

Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Telegram for the latest stories and breaking news.Information for UPU online application is accurate as of 24 February 2023.

Leaving high school after completing your Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) will no doubt bring a lot of emotions and questions

"When will I see my friends again?" and "What's next?" are the top two contenders. For most graduates, the logical next step is to begin thinking about university. And if you're going the public uni route, that has to start with applying for Unit Pengambilan Universiti (UPU).

UPU is the one-stop platform for post-SPM graduates to apply to public universities, community colleges, polytechnics, and Institut Latihan Kemahiran Awam (ILKA)

Essentially, the platform helps students who have their eyes set on different tertiary education institutes, so they can apply for all of them in one shot.Aside from SPM grads, UPU also accepts applications from students who have completed their foundation (Asasi), STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia), STAM (Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia), Matriculation, and Diploma!

If you are planning to apply for UPU 2023/2024, there are a few things to note

The 2023/2024 UPU applications are divided into two phases: Phase 1 and Phase 2. Essentially, Phase 1 opens the application for SPM, STPM, STAM, and Diploma students, while Phase 2 is for Matriculation and Foundation students. Important dates:- Phase 1 is available from now until 28 March 2023- Phase 2 will run from 15 May till 12 June 2023- Application results will be announced between 1 June till the end of July 2023Eligible applicants: - SPM graduates of 2022, 2021, and 2020 - STPM graduates of 2022 only - Final year students of Foundation studies and Matriculation- STAM graduates of 2022 and 2021- Diploma graduatesPreviously, all UPU applications had to be registered with a PIN number you bought from BNM. You don't have to do that any more this year because the cost is subsidised by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education. Woohoo!

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Here's a step-by-step guide to applying online:

1. First, go to UPU Online's official registration page and sign up by clicking on 'Daftar Akaun'

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2. Fill up all the details and click 'Daftar'

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3. Log in and click on 'Permohonan' on the dashboard

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4. On the 'Permohonan' page, fill up your IC number, choose your category and click on 'Seterusnya'

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There are two categories you can choose from the dropdown menu, SPM KATEGORI A (for 2022 SPM graduates) and SPM KATEGORI B (for 2021 and 2020 SPM graduates).

5. Choose 'Ya' or 'Tidak' in the 'Maklumat Penyata' page and click 'Seterusnya'

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6. Fill up all your personal details under 'Maklumat Peribadi'

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7. Next, fill up your family details in 'Maklumat Keluarga'

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8. After that, you need to fill up your examination results

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9. Then, you can finally vet through a list of courses and universities you might be interested in

Keep in mind that you're required to fill at least six courses and universities from the list. These do not guarantee you a placement, but indicate the courses you prefer, so choose wisely. You can provide up to 12 different choices.

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Additionally, the 'PURATA MERIT' score underneath each choice you make gauges your compatibility with the course you pick, based on your academic results.There will also be courses that require an interview or examination, so you can choose the most convenient location for you. If any of your options is Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), you'll have to write down your height and weight too.

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10. The system will then give you a chance to have a final look through and verify all your details

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If all looks well, click on 'Saya Setuju'.

11. Congratulations! You've officially applied for UPU.

You can download or print your application slip for safekeeping. :)

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You should expect a two to three-month wait before hearing back from universities you applied to! If you didn't manage to get a placement, you can appeal through UPU online in the first week of July.

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These 9 Instagrammable Places In This Indian City Will Satisfy Your #Wanderlust Goals

Once the capital of Gujarat, part of Ahmedabad was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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One of the largest cities in Gujarat, India, Ahmedabad has a rich architectural heritage dating all the way back to the 15th century Sultanate period. It boasts magnificent monuments like temples, mosques, and museums that portray the city's unique multicultural character.

Take a look at some of the gorgeous places in and around Ahmedabad:

1. Adalaj Stepwell

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Stepwells, also called vav in Gujarati, were built between the 5th and 19th centuries, and functioned as the primary water source for villagers. The wells also served as venues for colourful festivals and sacred rituals.The Adalaj stepwell was built in 1499 to curb the water crisis in the Adalaj village. This octagonal stepwell is five stories deep, and its floors, platforms, and galleries depict ornate carvings of Hindu mythology and geometrical motifs.Location: Adalaj Rd, Adalaj, Gujarat 382421 Opening hours: 8am-6pmEntry fee: Free

2. BAPS Akshardham Temple at Gandhinagar

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Akshardham means the divine abode of God, and Swaminarayan Akshardham portrays the essence of Hindu mythology in its majestic architecture. Just a 40-minute drive away from Ahmedabad, it features well-tended gardens, water bodies, and a stepwell styled courtyard. However, phones, cameras, and other electronics are not allowed inside the Akshardham, so you can only take photos from the outside.Location: J Road, Sector 20, Gandhinagar, Gujarat 382020, IndiaOpening hours: 9.30am-7.30pm (except Mondays)Entry fee: Free (excluding the Exhibition and Water Show ticket fees)

3. Amdavad ni Gufa

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Amdavad ni Gufa is a cool underground art gallery with a roof made of multiple interconnected domes that are inspired by soap bubbles and tortoise shells. The gallery space below resembles a mysterious underground cave, and is divided by irregular tree-like columns and metal human figures. The cave walls are brilliantly painted to resemble ancient cave paintings in a contemporary context. Location: Kasturbhai Lalbhai Campus Opp Gujarat University campus, CEPT campus, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380009Opening hours: 4pm-8pm (excluding Mondays and public holidays)Entry fee: Free

4. Kankaria Lake

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Kankaria Lake is the second largest lake in Ahmedabad. Equipped with family-friendly activities like tethered balloon rides, toy trains, zoo, water park, a mini-golf course, and an amusement park, this lake area will provide an entertaining day out for the entire family. You can also unwind by having a picnic or taking a leisurely stroll around the peaceful park. Location: Maninagar, Ahmedabad, GujeratOpening hours: 9am-10pmEntry: Rs. 10 (adults), Rs. 5 (children)

5. Sarkhej Roza

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Dubbed the 'Acropolis of Ahmedabad', Sarkhej Roza is a tomb and mosque complex featuring Islamic architectural elements interlaced with ornamental Hindu motifs. Sarkhej Roza was built around an artificial water body known as Sarkhej Lake, and was once a prominent centre of Sufi culture.Location: Post Jeevraj Park, Sarkhej Makarba Rd, Makarba, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380051Opening hours: 9am-6pmEntry fee: Free

6. Dada Harir Stepwell

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Built in 1499, the Dada Harir Stepwell has spiral staircases around its octagonal sidewalls that descend to multiple platform levels. It's five stories deep, and each floor is spacious enough for a large crowd to assemble. What's unique about this vav is that it also contains a mosque, a tomb, and a square pool at the bottom of the shaft.Location: Hanumansingh Rd, Haripura, Asarwa, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380016Opening hours: 9am-5pmEntry fee: Free

7. Sidi Saiyyed Mosque

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This beautiful mosque was built in 1573 during the last year of the Gujarat Sultanate, and is one of the most popular mosques in Ahmedabad. The architectural grandeur and flawless craftsmanship of this structure have attracted history buffs, art lovers, and photographers from all over the world. This mosque is known for its iconic latticework on yellow sandstone, which depicts intertwined trees and palm foliage.Location: Bhadra Rd, Opposite Electricity House, Old City, Gheekanta, Lal Darwaja, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380001Opening hours: 7am-6pmEntry: Free

8. Jama Masjid

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Jama Masjid in Ahmedabad was built by Sultan Ahmed Shah I in 1424. The elegant design of the mosque represents a fusion of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles, and its yellow sandstone was once part of some Hindu and Jain temples.Location: Manek Chowk, Gandhi Rd, Danapidth, Khadia, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380001Opening hours: 6am-8pm (closed during Namaz)Entry: Free

9. Parimal Garden

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Parimal Garden features charming landscapes complete with a pond and fountain, kids playground, stone benches, and jogging trails. It provides a relaxing escape to those who wish to enjoy some fresh air and be immersed in nature.Location: Parimal Cross Road, Panchavati Society, Ambawadi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380006Opening hours: 8am-10pmEntry: Free

Explore all these cool places and more! With AirAsia, you now book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Ahmedabad.

AirAsia is the first airline to launch a new route from KL to Ahmedabad, India. Starting from 29 April 2020, AirAsia will be having four weekly direct flights to Ahmedabad, so you can travel at your convenience.Booking Period: Now 'till 16 February 2020Travel Period: 29 April 2020 to 30 Oct 2020All-in BIG members fare: from RM199 BIG members Premium Flatbed fare: from RM899

Visit Air Asia's official website for more information now.


Unilever Contributes Over RM474 Million In Donations Of Soap, Sanitiser, Bleach, And Food

Unilever is stepping up to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic both in Malaysia and beyond

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The consumer goods manufacturer of brands including Dove, Knorr, Breeze, and Lifebuoy, announced their plan to help protect the lives and livelihoods of communities, suppliers, and their workforce.

Unilever is contributing €100 million (approx. RM474 million) through donations of soap, sanitiser, bleach, and food

The company is donating €50 million (approx. RM236 million) worth of soaps and sanitisers to the COVID Action Platform of the World Economic Forum, which is supporting global health organisations and agencies.On top of that, Unilever is adapting its current manufacturing lines to produce sanitisers for hospitals, schools, and other institutions.

The company is also reaching out to communities in need through product donations, partnerships, and handwashing education programmes with national health authorities and NGOs.

In Malaysia, Unilever is partnering with Tesco to donate Lifebuoy hand wash to 63 of their adopted schools

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"Locally, Unilever is working with organisations and partners to supply our personal care and hygiene products which help in preventing the spread of the virus," said Annemarieke de-Haan, Managing Director of Unilever Malaysia & Singapore. "We proudly support the frontline healthcare workers who are most at risk and working tirelessly to support communities."

In addition to the product donations, Unilever is offering €500 million (approx. RM2.4 billion) in cash flow relief to support the livelihoods of those affected

Early payments are going out to vulnerable small and medium sized suppliers, while credit is being extended to selected small-scale retailers whose business relies on Unilver.

Meanwhile, Unilever is protecting its workforce from sudden drops in pay for up to three months

This includes employees, contractors, and others who work on Unilever sites, both full-time and part-time.

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Remember to #JustStayAtHome. Watch the latest update on the COVID-19 situation:

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Video Of A Car Crashed Into A Popular USJ 14 Coffee Shop Goes Viral

A 30-second video showing a car crashed into a popular coffee shop in USJ 14, Subang Jaya has gone viral after it was uploaded on Facebook

According to Subang Jaya's community news platform, SJ Echo, which uploaded the video on its Facebook page, the incident happened on Wednesday evening while the coffee shop was filled with diners.

Luckily, no one was injured in the freak incident

A Facebook user identified the coffee shop as Restoran Meisek, with another user commenting to say that the driver was an old lady who appeared to have panicked."I stopped eating. The car hit from behind, luckily I was done," the user said, jokingly adding to say that the coffee shop had suddenly become a drive-through.

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The video, at the time of writing, had over 88,000 views

It was also shared more than 1,400 times with thousands of comments from netizens.

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Restoran Di KL Ini Hidangkan Seafood 'Fresh' Dengan Pelbagai Sos Lazat. Confirm Puas Hati!

Siapa sahaja yang tidak menggemari seafood bukan? Lebih-lebih lagi jika segar, lazat dan berharga berpatutan.

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Ombak Kitchen yang mempunyai cawangan di Bangsar dan Bukit Jelutong ini wajib menjadi destinasi anda untuk hidangan makanan laut yang berbaloi dan sesuai dengan cita rasa anda.Di restoran ini, anda digalakkan untuk menikmati hidangan mereka menggunakan tangan. Seperti tagline mereka iaitu, "Pakai tangan jer!". Memang best!

Ombak Kitchen menawarkan pelbagai pilihan makanan laut yang dihidangkan gaya 'shell-out'. Sesuai untuk dikongsi berama-ramai!

Sama ada peminat hidangan pedas atau tidak, Ombak Kitchen mempunyai pelbagai pilihan untuk yang sesuai dengan cita rasa anda. Antara perisa yang anda wajib cuba ialah Creamy Zesty Lemon, Crazy Cajun, Creamy Tom Yam, Buttermilk dan Spicy Chocolate Sauce.Antara kegemaran kami ialah Crazy Cajun kerana sos ini mempunyai rasa pedas dan rempah ratus yang sangat menyelerakan.

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Di Ombak Kitchen, anda boleh menikmati pelbagai pilihan makanan laut premium seperti Alaskan King Crab, Canadian lobster, dan oysters

Untuk setiap set shell-out, anda perlu memilih antara kombo yang mempunyai ketam, crayfish, ataupun lobster. Harga kombo bermula dari RM159 untuk 2 hingga 2 orang. Setiap kombo akan dihidangkan bersama lala, kupang, sotong dan sayur-sayuran seperti jagung, brokoli dan nasi.

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Anda juga boleh menambahkan makanan laut ke dalam kombo anda seperti snow crab, rock lobster. Terdapat juga hidangan seperti garlic bread, ayam goreng dan nachos!

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Jom serbu Ombak Kitchen! Dapatkan info penuh di sini:

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Tourists Can No Longer Take Elephant Rides At Angkor Wat In Cambodia Starting 2020

The Cambodian government has decided that starting 2020, all elephant rides at the famed Angkor Wat temple park will be banned

An official with the Apsara Authority, which manages the Angkor archaeological complex in northern Siem Reap, said that the elephant rides "will end by the start of 2020", reported New Straits Times.The New Straits Times' report cited an AFP report published on Friday, 15 November, saying that the Angkor archaeological complex attracts the bulk of the kingdom's foreign tourists, many of whom opt for elephants rides around the ancient temples. In 2018, the number of tourists topped six million.

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A spokesperson for the Apsara Authority, which manages the park, admitted that some of the elephants were "already old", before adding that "using elephants for business is not appropriate anymore"

According to the official, five of the 14 working elephants have already been transferred to a community forest about 40 kilometres away from the temples."They will live out their natural lives there," he said, adding that rest of the remaining elephants will be gradually transported throughout the next couple of months.

The decision is said to be a rare win for environmentalists everywhere, who have long decried the popular practice as horrific and cruel

The Angkor archaeological complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, spans 400 square kilometres, prompting many visitors to opt for a ride on one of the attraction's 14 elephants.The majestic animals have also been taught to put on performances for tourists, a practice that has been criticised in the past as many of the elephants used for the attractions are old or unhealthy.Back in 2016, an elderly elephant had collapsed and died while shuttling tourists in 40C heat.The elephant's death at that time made waves after a photo of her, lying on the ground, went viral on social media, prompting people to ask the Apsara Authority to ban elephant rides at the site.

This elephant's death prompted thousands of people to sign the petition.
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Meanwhile, an additional report by VICE said that while elephant rides will end, tourists can still interact with the elephants from a distance

"They can still watch the elephants and take photos of them in our conservation and breeding centre. We want the elephants to live in as natural a manner as possible," the VICE report quoted Oan Kiry, director of the Angkor Elephant Group Committee, as saying.

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Buat Semua Peminat Roti Gardenia, Ini Senarai Harga Yang Baru Anda Perlu Tahu

Gardenia Bakeries Sdn. Bhd. (GBKL) memaklumkan beberapa jenis roti keluaran syarikat tersebut akan mengalami kenaikan harga di antara lima hingga 20 sen bermula hari ini

Sejak semalam tular mengenai satu kenyataan daripada pihak Gardenia tentang beberapa produk keluarannya yang mengalami kenaikan harga.Peningkatan harga itu bermula dari RM0.05 melibatkan produk roti seperti Gardenia Squiggles - Funky Strawberry, Choco Malto, Gardenia Delicia Soft Roll - Butter Toffee, Sambal Bilis dan Gardenia Fluffy Red Beans.

Sementara itu, bagi kenaikan harga RM0.20 pula melibatkan produk roti The Gardenia Toast’em, Delicia Butter Raisin, Butterscotch, Choco Raisin dan Raspberry Milk & Cranberries.

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"Is It Not Enough?" — Husband Asks How Wife Spent RM200 He Provided For Household Expenses

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A screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation between a husband and wife discussing household expenses recently went viral on social media

In the anonymous conversation, the husband could be seen accusingly questioning his wife about how she spent the allowance he gave her for the week."Didn't I give you RM200 last week? Is that not enough?" began the conversation."You couldn't have possibly finished it already? What did you buy? I didn't see anything that you bought," he asked in the following messages.

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The wife then made a list, showing that she bought daily necessities amounting to a total of RM165

She spent RM25 on chicken, RM10 on vegetables, RM30 on milk powder for the children, RM13 on a 5kg bag of rice, RM12 on eggs, RM50 on kitchen ingredients including cooking oil, flour, biscuits, tea, coffee, sugar, salt, and turmeric powder, RM10 on washing detergent, and RM15 on shampoo.She added that she even gave him some money back to spend on petrol and some to their children for school."Next time, I'll give you the receipt for everything I buy," replied his wife."If not, let's go and buy things together so you can pay straight away," she suggested."I did not take a single sen of yours for myself. All (the money) is for the family," she added, saying that no money was spent on her personal needs.

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The conversation drew ire from many women who related to the wife's experience and did not agree with the man's behaviour

The post on Facebook community group 'Rumahtangga Bahagia Selamanya' has since garnered over 3,000 comments and 11,000 shares."This species of husbands... You should let him go out and buy things with the RM200 allowance he gives you, then he will know. Everything is expensive now, and he still wants to question you when he only gave you RM200 to feed a family," said a Facebook user.

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"Belittling his wife. He hasn't even considered how tired she is going shopping, taking care of the children, managing the household, and cooking. If a husband dare says this once, let them do everything, then they will know [just how much his wife does]," said another.

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"I also find it strange when husbands like asking where the money went. They don't understand, or just don't know, how much things cost nowadays," said another netizen, who said her husband trusts her with their household spending."I'm thankful to have a husband who understands, instead of looking for where the money went. If he earns extra, he gives me more to spend and asks me to buy something I like. Alhamdulillah," she added.

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During the pandemic, many husbands faced the struggle of going grocery shopping for the first time:

                Tesco Malaysia Made A Helpful Grocery Guide For Lost Husbands

Now he can bring home kobis bunga for you.

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Saving money is a team effort. This husband shared how his wife managed to save over RM1,400 in cash with good habits:

                Wife Collects Over RM1,400 Of Leftover Change From Husband's Laundry In A Year

"The tips to save money are easy," reads the viral tweet.

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'Dalgona Coffee' Trending Satu Dunia, Ini Cara Buat Kopi Korea Viral Itu. Guna 5 Bahan Je!

Perasan tak sekarang nama 'Dalgona Coffee' sedang trending di laman-laman sosial?

Dalgona Coffee merangkumi gabungan serbuk kopi, gula, air panas, susu dan ais. Minuman ini memberi dua warna iaitu coklat dan putih. Kopi dari Korea ini juga dikatakan menyerupai gula-gula cair sebelum ia mengeras. Kerana visualnya yang aesthetic, kopi tersebut telah menjadi 'hit' di laman sosial.

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Baik di laman Twitter, Instagram mahupun TikTok, rata-rata orang yang cuba membuat kopi itu kemudiannya akan memuat naik gambar mereka menggunakan hashtag #DalgonaCoffee.Lihat beberapa gambar dan video yang diambil daripada laman Twitter:

Dalgona Almond Iced Coffee 10/10 Pixel 4 XL https://t.co/WRualw7gZl pic.twitter.com/RLEhXrKMop— ASH (Foodhunter) (@Ashril_92) March 19, 2020

Dalgona coffee. Saya sudah. Anda sudah? pic.twitter.com/VbLyOcKDNu— Ama #StayAtHome (@amaazmi) March 20, 2020

Try la..seronok tengok coffee tu jadi frothy pic.twitter.com/ng5Rc93K8M— Biyha (@biyha_k) March 18, 2020

Done Dalgona Coffee  pic.twitter.com/kmQkrg04Sk— äkiem (@fakhrulhakiem_) March 20, 2020

#dalgonacoffee? Baru buat tadi heheh pic.twitter.com/sCFqErzafo— Fifa Mong (@afifanajwa) March 18, 2020

Dalgona coffee Recipe: coffee , sugar, waterRatio: 1:1:1 (if 2 sudu then all dua sudu)Whisk all 3 until jadi foamy (i use mixer) and youre done! Put ice n milk then the foamy coffee on top! pic.twitter.com/Ikb0yMzcvp—  (@mayamayo_o) March 19, 2020

Fuhh. Nampak benar-benar menggiurkan, bukan?
Buat yang teringin nak minum kopi ini, boleh sahaja membuatnya sendiri di rumah.

Menerusi laman Facebook, seorang wanita bernama Shariffah Sarrah telah berkongsikan cara membuat Dalgona Cofee menerusi page Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN).

Percayalah, rasanya bukan sahaja 'umphhh' tapi sebenarnya cukup mudah untuk disediakan.

Jom ikuti perkongsian penuh resepi di bawah:

RESEPI DALGONA COFFEE Resepi asli dan viral dari koreaDalgona (Korean Traditional candy)It's an old recipe from Korea but I remake by adjusting the quantity of the ingredient.Bahan bahan:- Serbuk kopi/NescafeSusu segarGulaAir panasAis (pilihan)

Image via Facebook Shariffah Sarrah

Cara: (A)Ambil bekas dan campurkan 3 sudu kecil serbuk kopi, 4 sudu kecil gula , 4 sudu kecil air panas dan pukul dengan whisk utensil/mixer sehingga pekat dan likat.Cara: (B)Ambil gelas have have haha . Buh ais kalau taknak ais buh terus susu segar. Kemudian tuang (A) atas susu tu. Dah siap! Selamat mencuba makcik, pakcik semua.Tips kurang manis : Pakai gelas besor biar susu lebih hehe nanti rasa sebati.Resepi sukatan diubah sedikit dari original untuk rasa yang lebih sedap! Saya kenal resipi ni dari korean, bukan dari artis terima kasih.

Posted by Shariffah Sarrah on Wednesday, 18 March 2020

Walau bagaimanapun, buat mereka yang tidak gemarkan kopi, boleh sahaja menjadikan serbuk koko daripada ada sahaja jenama sebagai alternatif kepada serbuk kopi.Selamat mencuba!

Alang-alang tengah kuarantin dalam rumah itu, apa lagi, jom try buat Dalgona Coffee!

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Port Klang Resident Claims A Powerful 'Datuk' Is Protecting Illegal Plastic Factories

A Kampung Teluk Gong resident has stepped forward to say that illegal plastic and tyre recycling factories in the area are protected by a powerful 'Datuk'

A raid on an illegal plastic recycling factory in Teluk Gong on 17 January.
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"They are protected by an influential individual, not only the residents are very reluctant to get involved in the issue of illegal factories," a resident named Zambri told Bernama, reported Malay Mail."The Klang Municipal Council (MPK) personnel also do not dare, while 'abang-abang kawasan' (thugs) have prevented and harassed the local authority's personnel from carrying out monitoring," he added.Zambri also said that there are at least 50 licensed and unlicensed plastic and tyre recycling factories which have been operating in the area over the years.

The 'Datuk' is the reason many illegal factories which had been shut down by authorities were able to resume operations just a week later

A raid on an illegal plastic recycling factory in Teluk Gong on 17 January.
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"At the beginning of the year, there was a massive operation carried out by the authorities, but only a week later, the factories were back in operation as usual," Zambri said.He also shared the grievances of residents, who were forced to risk their health because the factories regularly burned plastic and rubber in the open.The open burnings would happen in the early morning and afternoon.

A Klang Municipal Council enforcement officer tries to smash open a lock at an illegal plastic recycling factory in Telok Gong during an operation in January.
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Checks by Bernama found, due to plastic and tyre recycling activities, chemical residues were discharged into drains, turning the water black and smelly.The drains are connected to the water gate at a nearby fishing jetty.

Meanwhile, Port Klang assemblyman Azmizam Zaman Huri said he was disappointed that MPK was not serious in tackling the problem

He listed an illegal plastic recycling plant in Sungai Chandong, Pulau Indah as an example.The plant had faced legal action from MPK, but was found to be carrying out open burning activities as usual.

Yeo Bee Yin and Port Klang assemblyman Azmizam Zaman Huri at the illegal plastic waste recycling factory in Telok Gong on Jan 17, 2019.
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"In fact, my checks with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) also found that MPK did not issue any letter for it to cut the electricity supply to those illegal plants," Azmizam said."TNB is ready to work on this, but it needs to be informed in writing by MPK itself. [They] need to take serious action in this regard, as this issue has affected the image of the country and the government."It should not just target the small fish, but take action against the sharks too," he added.

Similarly, grassroots activists in Jenjarom, Kuala Langat have been harassed for fighting back:

                Illegal Plastic Recycling Factories Allegedly Sent Death Threats To Jenjarom Activists

The activists were residents of Jenjarom, Kuala Langat who suffered from the toxic materials released into the air, r...

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KPDNHEP Postpones Enforcement Of SIRIM Certified Face Masks To January 2023

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The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) has decided to postpone the implementation of the mandatory MS SIRIM certification and labelling for non-medical face masks to January 2023

The MS SIRIM certification and labelling were gazetted under the Trade Descriptions (Certification and Marking) of Non-Medical Face Mask Order 2022 under the Trade Descriptions Act 2011 earlier this week.The gazette was supposed to be enforced beginning 4 July 2022 and would have required manufacturers and importers of non-medical face masks to have the MS SIRIM certification and marking.While announcing the postponement at the Le Meridien Hotel in Putrajaya, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision was made based on public feedback.

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According to Alexander, people had voiced their concerns over a price surge of the products once the new ruling was to come into effect

He, however, assured consumers to not be overly worried."Number one, I already warned manufacturers and importers to not use this as a reason to hike up prices. Secondly, to users, we will be heading to a time whereby face masks will no longer be mandatory," he said.The non-medical grade face masks do not fall under price controlled items."Only three-ply medical face masks have been listed as control items since October 2020 and are priced at 65 sen and 70 sen for wholesale and retail, respectively. However, I hope that the industry players are mature in terms of pricing their masks and do not profiteer. We will not hesitate to intervene if they do so by way enforcing a price control," the Minister said during his speech at the event with industry players.

He also assured that when the new ruling comes into effect it won't affect consumers who fail to wear SIRIM certified face masks

The onus, Alexander said, is on the distributors and producers."I want to stress something here. Offences, should there be any, have no link to the consumers. Consumers will not be given any penalty. Just that this gazette, this law, if there is an offence, the huge fine is to the importers and the manufacturers. So consumers, don't worry."The Minister's remarks about consumers being exempt from any kind of fine come after confusion that arose due to the wording used in the Ministry's official statement earlier about the gazettement.

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This Malaysian Studio Just Created The World's First Sepak Takraw Mobile Game

Local gaming development studio, Mediasoft, is no stranger to developing games that reflect Malaysia's culture and success. In 2014, they released 'Jump Smash', a mobile game about competitive badminton.

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Of course, the game features our top badminton player - Datuk Lee Chong Wei.

Now, the award-winning studio has released a new mobile game featuring Malaysia's national sport - sepak takraw!

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Originated from Melaka, the sport uses a tiny ball made out of rattan and the ball can only be touched with the legs or head. The sport is featured in the Asian Games and Southeast Asian Games.

The name 'Roll Spike' takes its inspiration from the difficulty of the sport. Players often have to resort to insane jumps and stunts called roll spikes (hence the name) to gain control of the unpredictable rattan ball.

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Look at that roll spike. How is it humanly possible to jump that high?

Mediasoft has made it really easy for players to experience the excitement of the sport. With an intuitive touch D-Pad and button control system, the game allows players to perform spectacular kicks, passes, and headers.

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The game promises to replicate the sports as close as possible by sporting beautiful 3D graphics and anime-like players and environments.

The game also allows players to select some of the world's best sepak takraw teams including Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines

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Players can 'travel' around the world and play in different scenic locations. The studio said more locations and teams will be added in coming days.

Havene Liew, Managing Director of Mediasoft, hopes that 'Roll Spike' will bring exposure to sepak takraw in the sports gaming market that has been dominated by Western sports

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“I love sports games but the market is currently being dominated by popular Western sports such as football, basketball and tennis. We wanted to create an enjoyable that would reflect our culture, like what we did with 'Jump Smash'. We hope that 'Roll Spike' will not only be successful as a game, but it will bring light to the sport as a whole," said Liew.

Looks pretty fun, eh? Try the game out by downloading it on iTunes or Google Playstore.

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No worries, it's free. ;)


Photos Of Sultan Nazrin And Family Using The Public Transport Show Their Humility

It's rare for a royalty to be seen in public as a regular individual, who uses public transport among other things

However, it's not the case with Sultan Nazrin Shah of Perak, who is often spotted by the people using and accessing the public space with his family.A couple of days ago, a photo showing Sultan Nazrin, who is currently serving as acting Agong following Sultan Muhammad V's abdication from the post of Yang di-Pertuan Agong, taking the Electric Train Service (ETS) along with his family went viral.

Sultan Nazrin and Permaisuri wt their kids in the ETS. pic.twitter.com/arUkSH45Qt— KucingLamaDiTahunBaru (@MeowPhone) January 8, 2019

It prompted others to share their own encounters with the Sultan of Perak in public.

A Twitter user shared a photo of Sultan Nazrin searching for books in Kinokuniya KLCC
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After the Twitter post went viral, a Facebook page then shared a bunch of photos showing Sultan Nazrin and Permaisuri taking the ETS to Ipoh with their children

In the caption of the post, the Facebook page wrote, "No showboating with fancy cars or private jets" Sultan Nazrin takes the ETS "sometimes with his children to show them life beyond the palace. Hopefully our next Agong."

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On Facebook, others also posted photos showing the Sultan of Perak taking the MRT with his family in 2017:

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While Sultan Nazrin's humility is evident by his use of the public transport, several photos posted by Malaysians who bumped into him at Kinokuniya KLCC at different times gives a rare insight into how much he loves to read:

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Sultan Nazrin's love for books shouldn't be a surprise given the fact that he has his own library at his Palace

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Others also shared how Sultan Nazrin is just like a "normal person which is how a king should be, a people’s people..."

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A resident of Perak narrated his own encounter with Sultan Nazrin, who was queuing behind him at Kinokuniya:

"Just to share... I was in Kinokuniya sometime ago.. realised that Sultan Nazrin was at the back of me in a queue to pay," wrote the commentator from Perak.He added that he offered the Sultan to go first, at which point, this is what the Sultan said, "No reason you should give up your queue for me...you please go first."

Another commented that he saw the Sultan at Kanna Curry House "without his entourage of police escorts"

"Yes HRH is really humble. Saw him last week at Kanna Curry House without his entourage of police escorts. Just 2 cars with several bodyguards."At first, when I saw the car with royal emblem, and the few bodyguards, I thought must be some drivers stopping for lunch, as there were no police traffic escorts."Manatau saw HRH walking down from the restaurant, with just 4 bodyguards/drivers. This really surprised me as to how humble HRH was, not to create a hoohaa scene with huge escorts and a kampung of guards. Daulat Tuanku!," the person said.

Sultan Nazrin is currently serving as acting Agong:

                Sultan Nazrin Shah Is Now Acting Yang di-Pertuan Agong Until A New King Is Elected

The Conference of Rulers have to hold an election within four weeks for a new Agong.

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Parents In This Indian State Climbed A School Wall To Help Their Kids Cheat In Exam

On 19 March, this image went viral on social media:

Cheating in India. #Bihar #HTpage11 pic.twitter.com/modaXzQo7C— Aditya Kalra (@adityakalra) March 19, 2015

The image shows desperate parents of 10th-grade students climbed up on the wall of a school building in a village in Hajipur district, perched precariously from windows of its classrooms as they hand out cheat sheets to their kids appearing for an exam going inside.
It's a shameful proof of just how large-scale and blatant the malpractice of cheating in exams is in Bihar, a state in East India.

This Indian state, with its most varied history in India, was once the centre of power, learning and culture for more than 1000 years, is now a centre of extreme violence, cultural backwardness and to a very extent a powerless state of modern India.While it has shown great amount of growth in terms of the matters that affects it the most — crime, education, politics, economy, women empowerment and development and infrastructure, it still has a long way to go as Bihar is India's least educated state with a literacy rate of 63% in 2011 (albeit a vast improvement from its 47% figure in 2001).

According to the BBC, many students smuggled in textbooks and notes into the examination centres despite tight security. The exams, held by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), began on Tuesday and are scheduled to go on until 24 March.

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Local newspapers have been full of photos of parents and relatives trying to help their children cheat even at considerable risk to their own lives, BBC reported from the state capital.
It further reported that some photos even show cops posted outside the exam centres accepting bribes to look the other way. After the incident, even the State Education Minister P.K. Shahi admitted that stopping malpractices in Board examinations was a huge task!

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Speaking on the issue of stopping cheating, Bihar Education Minister PK Shahi said: "What can the government do to stop cheating if parents and relatives are not ready to cooperate? Should the government give orders to shoot them?"

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Shahi added that the onus of preventing cheating should not be placed on the government alone. “I also want to ask people if it is not the responsibility of the society as well to stop it?” he asked.

The friends and relatives of examinees often hurl stones at authorities deputed to stop unfair means at the centres. They bribe policemen and teachers to pass on chits to their wards.“If we try to stop unfair means at a centre, friends and family members of the examinees gang up to intimidate us,” Saroj Sinha, a schoolteacher at Vaishali, told The Hindu. Even on Thursday, people scaled walls to hand over chits to examinees at centres in Sharsha and Khagaria districts.

        thehindu.com

Dipankar, a photojournalist with BBC, who took the photographs, said when he went into the examination hall and began taking pictures, the students did not seem worried at all.
He said that during a raid at a school on Wednesday, the authorities seized sheets containing answers which filled up nine sacks!

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Image via BBC

While some 20 parents were detained briefly for trying to help their kids cheat, they were let go after a warning. However, officials say that at least 400 students caught cheating have been expelled.

Those caught cheating can be barred from taking an examination for up to three years, they can also be jailed or ordered to pay a fine, but punishment in such cases has rarely been reported in Bihar.Education officials say they are committed to holding free, fair and peaceful examinations, and that examination centres are being filmed and special "flying squads" of officials are making surprise visits to the centres.

        bbc.com

At some schools, parents also clashed with the police
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One parent told NDTV why he felt the need to help his kid:

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“These government teachers don’t teach anything in schools. Most of the times they are absent. That’s why we have to resort to such things to help our children.”

        ndtv.com

However, this isn’t the first cheating scandal to hit India

NDTV notes that a few hundred students faced the same punishment for cheating during Class 12 exams last year, and an LA Times story last year detailed nation-wide stories of bribery and high-tech cheating.

        qz.com

What's more, earlier this week, a father in the city of Mathura, desperate to get his daughter to sit her exams, lashed her to his motorbike to make sure she got to school, CNN reported

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Tied with a multi-strand rope to the back of a bike, onlookers captured images of the trussed girl, her bare feet hanging low, scraping the asphalt.According to local police officials, the girl's parents offered her several incentives, such as chocolates and toys to entice her, however when the girl was still reluctant, her father decided to take matters in his own hands.After photos started making the rounds on social media, police officials took the man into custody and charged him with "breach of the peace." He is now out on bail.

        cnn.com


“Wajib Berihram, Haram Berpakaian Wanita” - Pendakwah Jelas Cara 'Transgender' Tunai Umrah

Hukum mengerjakan umrah adalah sama dengan hukum mengerjakan haji iaitu wajib sekali seumur hidup bagi sesiapa yang berkemampuan untuk menunaikannya

Dalil wajib umrah ialah seperti pada firman Allah SWT: "Dan sempurnakanlah ibadah haji dan umrah kerana Allah." (Al-Baqarah: 196).

Gambar adalah sekadar hiasan.
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Dalam pelaksanaan melakukan umrah, terdapat beberapa perbezaan perkara yang dilakukan antara jemaah lelaki serta jemaah wanita. Antaranya ialah sunat bagi jemaah lelaki untuk bercukur iaitu menanggalkan sekurang-kurangnya tiga helai rambut.

Selain itu, ketika melakukan tawaf dan saie yang mana disunatkan bagi jemaah lelaki untuk melakukannya dalam keadaan bersegera namun tidak begitu bagi kaum wanita. Jemaah wanita boleh berjalan seperti biasa baik ketika melakukan tawaf mahupun saie tanpa perlu berlari-lari dan bersesak-sesak.

Gambar adalah sekadar hiasan.
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Meskipun begitu, bagaimana pula dengan golongan transgender? Bolehkah golongan ini menunaikan ibadah umrah? Dan sekiranya boleh, bagaimana caranya?

Baru-baru ini, seorang penceramah bebas telah menjelaskan bahawa tidak menjadi satu kesalahan bagi golongan transgender untuk mengerjakan ibadah umrah, selagi mereka mengikuti syarat dan hukum yang telah termaktub di dalam syariat Islam

Menerusi laman Facebook, Syed Shahridzan telah menjelaskan hukum serta cara-cara untuk golongan transgender yang ingin ke Kota Suci bagi mengerjakan umrah.

Syed Shahridzan.
Image via Facebook Syed Shahridzan

Menurutnya, mereka perlu mematuhi dan menghormati kesucian Tanah Haram dengan memakai pakaian yang sopan mengikut fitrah masing-masing.

Gambar adalah sekadar hiasan.
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Jika mereka berjantina lelaki, maka wajib untuk mereka menjalani ibadah sebagai seorang lelaki, begitu juga dengan sebaliknya. Adalah haram bagi seorang jemaah lelaki yang wajib berihram untuk berpenampilan seperti wanita (bertelekung) ketika menjalani ibadah Umrah.

Baca perkongsian penuh di bawah:

Tahun lepas saya pernah dihubungi oleh 2 wakil syarikat agensi umrah tanahair, mereka bertanya apakah hukum mereka membawa golongan mak nyah untuk mengerjakan umrah. Ini kerana 2 syarikat ini telah didekati oleh golongan ini untuk menguruskan ibadah umrah mereka. Respon saya:Hukumnya harus dan mereka layak untuk mengerjakan ibadah umrah selagi mereka muslim. Namun pihak agensi perlu meletakkan beberapa syarat penting yang mana golongan ini WAJIB mematuhinya.Antara syarat yang wajib tunaikan, perserta dari golongan mak nyah wajib mengerjakan umrah berdasarkan hukum asal jantina mereka iaitu lelaki bukan sebagai wanita.

Gambar adalah sekadar hiasan.
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Untuk mengelakkan payudara tiruan mereka kelihatan oleh orang awam ketika memakai kain ihram, maka mereka diwajibkan memakai kain bengkung yang tidak berjahit.Mereka bukan sahaja hanya wajib berihram seperti lelaki malah wajib berpakaian lelaki di Mekah dan Madinah demi menghormati kesucian kedua-dua Tanah Haram. Mereka tidak boleh berpakaian seperti perempuan walaupun bertudung atau bertelekung.

Gambar adalah sekadar hiasan.
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Golongan mak nyah ini juga wajib mengerjakan ibadah di ruang solat lelaki, begitu juga tandas yang ingin digunakan mestilah tandas lelaki. Bahkan agensi wajib memastikan bilik penginapan mereka tidak boleh bercampur dengan wanita tulen.Jika mana-mana agensi umrah tidak menitik beratkan syarat-syarat tersebut atau membiarkan mereka beraksi sama seperti keadaan mereka di tanahair iaitu seperti perempuan, maka ini bermakna pihak agensi telah bersubahat atas perkara mungkar yang dibiarkan berlaku di tanahsuci. Bagi saya ini satu penghinaan yang dilemparkan ke atas kedua-dua tanah haram yang mulia.

Gambar adalah sekadar hiasan.
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Peringatan dari saya kepada pihak agensi jika kelakuan mungkar ini jika tidak dibendung atau dibiarkan ia akan menjadi penyebab reputasi dan nama baik agensi itu tercalar, malah akan menerima kecaman dari orang ramai.Sekarang visa umrah boleh didapati dengan dua cara, samaada visa umrah atau visa pelancong. Jika melalui visa umrah para peserta umrah mesti melalui syarikat agensi umrah yang berdaftar. Manaka visa pelancong tidak wajib melalui agensi bahkan boleh urus dan pergi umrah sendiri. Berita di bawah ini saya tidak pasti metod mana satu yang digunakan oleh peserta umrah ini, samaada ikut agensi atau pergi sendiri.

Wallahu A’lamAbu Ruqayyah Ba ‘Alawi

Sebagai kesimpulan, tidak salah bagi sesiapa sahaja untuk mengerjakan umrah dan haji kerana tiada halangan dalam beribadat asalkan mengikut hukum yang telah ditetapkan di dalam syariat Islam.

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Bulan Ramadan merupakan bulan yang paling ditunggu-tunggu oleh semua umat Islam di seluruh negara

Selain wajib untuk berpuasa, ramai juga yang berebut-rebut mahu menambah pahala dengan melakukan banyak amal ibadah pada bulan ini. Bahkan, ramai menjadikan bulan puasa sebagai cara paling mudah untuk mencari keberkatan untuk hari akhirat nanti.Tambahan lagi, ganjaran mereka yang mengerjakan amal ibadah pada bulan Ramadan adalah berlipat kali ganda daripada bulan biasa. Ibadah fardu juga diberi pahala sehingga tujuh puluh kali ganda.Jadi, memang tak rugi kalau kita mengisi masa pada waktu ini dengan amal ibadah. Selain solat tarawih, mungkin ini antara solat sunat lain yang anda boleh lakukan untuk menambah pahala:

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1. Solat Tarawih

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Solat tarawih sudah menjadi salah satu solat sunat wajib yang dilakukan oleh umat Islam ketika di bulan Ramadan. Ia boleh dilakukan secara 8 rakaat, 20 raakaat dan paling sedikit boleh dilakukan adalah 2 rakaat dengan 1 rakaat solat witir.Selain mendapat pahala berlipat kali ganda, anda juga boleh memperolehi banyak manfaat daripadanya.

2. Solat Tahajud

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Solat sunat ini biasanya akan dilakukan pada lewat tengah malam sebelum masuknya waktu Subuh. Bukan hanya perlu dilakukan pada bulan Ramadan, tetapi ia sangat digalakkan jika dilakukan setiap hari.Hal ini kerana, solat tahajud dapat menghindarkan kita dari pelbagai bencana, diringan hisab dan dapat menenangkan fikiran. Malah, ia segala doa juga pasti akan termakbul pada ketika ini.

3. Solat Dhuha

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Solat dhuha sebenarnya sangat digalakkan untuk anda lakukan ketika pada bulan Ramadan. Hal ini kerana anda boleh memperolehi keberkatan yang sangat luar biasa melalui solat dhuha.Solat ini perlu dilakukan setelah matahari terbit menjelang solat Zohor. Rakaatnya juga hanya 2 rakaat saja.

4. Solat Taubat

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Solat ini sangat sesuai kepada sesiapa saja yang ingin memohon keampunan daripada Allah SWT. Ia sangat digalakkan untuk dilaksana pada bulan Ramadan kerana pada masa ini pintu taubat akan dibuka seluas-luasnya.Solat taubat ini disarankan supaya anda melakukannya pada malam hari setelah solat tarawih. Malah, selepas melakukan solat ini, Insyaa-Allah segala keampunan akan diterima dan segala dosa akan dihapuskan.

5. Solat Hajat

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Solat hajat ialah solat sunat untuk kita membuat permintaan khusus daripada Allah SWT. Ia sangat digalakkan untuk dilakukan pada bulan Ramadan kerana  Insya-Allah segala doa akan dikabulkan.Solat ini boleh dilakukan pada waktu siang atau malam dengan tujuan untuk memohon segala permintaan daripada Allah SWT.

6. Solat Qobliyah dan Solat Ba'diyah

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Solat sunat ini kebiasannya dilakukan sebelum atau selepas solat wajib. Solat qabliyah dilakukan sebelum solat wajib manakala solat ba'diyah dilaksanakan selepas solat wajib.Manfaat daripada solat ini juga mampu untuk menambahkan pahala menuju ke jalan Syurga.

7. Solat Tasbih

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Solat tasbih sangat digalakkan untuk dilaksanakan selepas solat tarawih tanpa berjemaah.  Tetapi, sebenarnya ia boleh dilakukan pada siang atau malam hari. Jika anda lakukan pada waktu siang, solat tasbih ini dilakukan 4 rakaat dengan sekali salam. Namun, jika anda lakukan pada malam hari, dengan dua kali salam.

Jom tambah pahala dengan lakukan solat-solat sunat di atas. Selamat beramal! :)

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You Can Now Check How Much Malaysian MPs And Ministers Are Earning Each Month

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) published incomes of Members of Parliament (MPs) on its website today, 1 November

Malaysiakini reported that figures shown on the website are the monthly income of the lawmakers, and not their joint family income.While the list is incomplete at the time of writing, MACC has assured that it will be updated once technical problems are resolved.

Selangau MP Baru Bian initially topped the list with a monthly income of RM108,056. However, he has since clarified that he over-declared his assets.

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He has clarified to Malaysiakini that he estimates his own worth at RM78,000.“I can't beat Lim Guan Eng. The real amount should be much lower, RM78,000 around there,” Baru said.Baru Bian is also serving as the Works Minister, and was the first leader of Sarawak's Lun Bawang community to be appointed to the Cabinet.

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Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng currently comes in second on the list, raking in RM86,464.92 per month. He has also declared his wife and children's income.In third place is Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, with a monthly income of RM77,629.88.

Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad came in fourth on the list with RM75,861.57, while Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Wan Azizah Wan Ismail gets RM59,048.33

(From left) Wan Azizah and Mahathir.
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It is stated that Mahathir's wife Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah and Wan Azizah's husband Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim have declared their assets as well.Meanwhile, Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir and Nurul Izzah are not on the list at the time of writing.

According to Malaysiakini, the monthly pay for the Prime Minister position is currently about RM20,543.99

The figure was deduced from past cabinet salary figures, along with the 10% pay cut for ministers which was announced in May.The Deputy Prime Minister earns approximately RM16,351.33, while ministers receive about RM13,416.48 per month.The list currently contains income details of 80 MPs.

You can find out more about your MP's income here.


9 Resepi Berasaskan Ayam Goreng Yang Anda Wajib Tahu Masak. Mudah, Murah & Serius Sedap!

1. Butter Chicken

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Untuk hidangan yang bersesuaian dengan cita rasa orang ramai, anda wajib sekali mencuba resepi Butter Chicken ini. Hidangan viral ini sememangnya enak sekali kerana mempunyai susu cair, daun kari dan cili padi. Ada rasa lemak, creamy dan pedas. Memang cukup rasa lah! Dapatkan resepi Butter Chicken di sini.

2. Ayam Goreng Kunyit

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Resepi Ayam Goreng Kunyit ini begitu lazat kerana mempunyai kulit ayam crispy tanpa menggunakan tepung yang banyak. Ayam goreng ini juga mempunyai rasa rempah ratus yang begitu menyerlah. Sesuai jika anda mahukan hidangan ayam goreng yang flavorful dan ringkas.Dapatkan resepi Ayam Goreng Kunyit di sini.

3. Ayam Pandan

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Untuk hidangan ayam goreng yang istimewa, anda wajib sekali hasilkan resepi Ayam Pandan ini. Hidangan ini pasti akan menggamit selera anda kerana ayam diperap terlebih dahulu dengan sos tiram, minyak bijan dan kicap cair. Makan sekali, pasti nak lagi punyalah!Dapatkan resepi Ayam Pandan di sini.

4. Ayam Goreng Spicy

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Hidangan Ayam Goreng Spicy ini memang klasik. Sesuai sekali buat anda yang teringin untuk menghasilkan Ayam Goreng Spicy di rumah. Dijamin lebih sedap dan lebih murah! Anda juga boleh mengubah suai kepedasan ayam mengikut cita rasa anda.Dapatkan resepi Ayam Goreng Spicy di sini.

5. Lemon Chicken

Lemon Chicken
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Resepi Lemon Chicken ini sangat unik. Tambahan rasa lemon memberikan rasa yang begitu refreshing. Ditambah pula dengan sos tiram, kicap cair dan stok ayam untuk menaikkan rasa. Bukan itu sahaja, ayam juga digoreng sehingga rangup. Meleleh air liur dibuatnya! Dapatkan resepi Lemon Chicken di sini.

6. Crispy Rendang

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Resepi Crispy Rendang memang lain daripada yang lain, tetapi begitu sedap. Resepi ini sama seperti rendang tetapi ia menggunakan ayam goreng. Anda juga boleh menikmati hidangan ini seperti popcorn chicken dicicah dengan kuah rendang. Dapatkan resepi Crispy Rendang di sini.

7. Ayam Masam Manis

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Resepi Ayam Masam Manis sangat mudah untuk disediakan kerana hanya menggunakan bahan-bahan asas dapur yang murah seperti sos cili, sos tomato dan sos tiram sahaja. Gandingan rasa masam dan manis juga pasti akan menaikkan selera anda. Sedap betul! Dapatkan resepi penuh Ayam Masam Manis di sini.

8. Ayam Goreng Kunyit

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Hidangan Ayam Goreng Kunyit ini sememangnya resepi crowd-favorite yang sangat ringkas untuk disediakan. Anda hanya perlu perapkan ayam terlebih dahulu dan gorengkan sekali dengan sayur-sayuran. Senang betul, sedap pun sedap! Dapatkan resepi penuh Ayam Goreng Kunyit di sini.

9. Spicy Korean Fried Chicken

Spicy Korean Fried Chicken
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Jika anda mengidamkan Spicy Korean Fried Chicken tetapi tidak mahu membelanjakan duit yang banyak, anda wajib sekali mencuba resepi ini. Dijamin lebih murah daripada kedai! Resepi ini juga sangat lazat kerana mempunyai gabungan rasa pedas dan manis. Malah, ayam goreng juga masih kekal rangup walaupun disalut sos. Memang syok!Dapatkan resepi Spicy Korean Fried Chicken di sini.

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“Dia Sangat Kejam!” - Sufi Kongsi Kisah Gelap Dicabul Lelaki Pedofil Seawal Umur 12 Tahun

Hari demi hari, kes penderaan seksual kanak-kanak semakin meningkat. Ini adalah satu perkara yang amat membimbangkan semua pihak dan pastinya memberi kesan yang mendalam terhadap mangsa.

Menjadi mangsa pedofil semestinya adalah satu fasa kehidupan yang amat sukar untuk dilalui. Memori-memori hitam tersebut amat susah dilupakan oleh mangsa dan kadangkala menghantui mangsa seumur hidup.Seperti yang diceritakan oleh Sufi Rashid, juara Akademi Fantasia 2015, satu ketika dulu beliau pernah menjadi mangsa pedofil dan detik hitam yang dilaluinya itu memang tidak dilupakan sehingga hari ini.Dalam satu temubual bersama 5Thumbs baru-baru ini, Sufi memberitahu, pengalaman pertama beliau sebagai mangsa pedofilia bermula sejak beliau berumur 12 tahun.

Sufi Rashid, juara Akademi Fantasia 2015.
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Pada ketika itu beliau dipilih sebagai salah seorang penyanyi idola kecil dan mempunyai seorang pengurus yang perlu menguruskan jadual hariannya

Beliau memberitahu, hubungan mereka berdua sangat akrab tidak ubah seperti abang dan adik. Pengurus yang dirahsiakan identitinya itu dikatakan sangat penyayang dan memang menjaga beliau dengan baik sehinggalah satu malam apabila Sufi diajak untuk tidur di rumahnya."Semasa itu umur saya 12 tahun dan tidak tahu beza baik dan buruk. Malam tu dia cuba ambil kesempatan dekat saya. Dia suruh saya buka baju, tidur dengan dia dan suruh saya pegang 'pisang' dia."Sebagai mangsa pedofil, demi Allah saya katakan saya tak dapat lupakan setiap sudut apa yang berlaku," ceritanya.

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Beliau memberitahu beliau diumpan dengan permainan video game untuk melakukan perkara keji tersebut

Sebagai seorang kanak-kanak yang berumur 12 tahun, Sufi sendiri tidak mampu menilai adakah perkara yang dilakukannya itu adalah benar atau salah. "Waktu itu saya tak tahu nak kata perkara itu betul atau salah. Tapi saya malu nak berkongsi perkara tersebut dengan ibu saya."Tapi dia pandai berlakon bagi mengelakkan ibu dan orang luar tahu mengenai perkara tersebut," sambungnya lagi.

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Sehingga satu masa, Sufi dan rakannya pernah digari oleh polis yang dihubungi oleh ibunya sendiri akibat mengasari pengurusnya itu

"Sampaikan saya dan kawan saya pernah bertumbuk dengan lelaki tersebut dan digari polis. Ibu saya sendiri yang hubungi polis bukan mengambil tindakan terhadap dia tapi terhadap saya. Sampai macam tu sekali," katanya.Menurutnya, laporan pernah dibuat tetapi kes beliau itu telah ditutup kerana tiada bukti. "Kalau Islam tu menghalalkan pembunuhan, kalau saya jumpa dia saya bunuh dia. Dia sangat kejam dengan saya, sangat kejam dengan ibu saya dan keluarga saya" katanya dalam nada tegas.

Pengalaman menjadi seorang mangsa pedofil pastinya memberi kesan yang cukup mendalam terhadap mangsa-mangsanya. Kami doakan semoga Sufi terus tabah dan berjaya dalam karier beliau.

Tonton video penuh temuramah tersebut di bawah:

5Thumbs Bio with Sufi Rashid. (Part 2)"Saya merasa jijik, bila saya ingat balik apa yang telah dia lakukan pada saya. Dia pegang, dia rogol saya...
Pada awak tu, takpe tunggu di akhirat, kita tuntut dari awak." - Sufi Rashid.

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Netizens Can't Seem To Wrap Their Heads Around The 65th National Day Theme & Logo

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Malaysians are at loss at the government's recent decision to utilise a WiFi-like symbol to represent Malaysia’s 65th National Day

In a recent event that was broadcasted live, Communications and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa announced the theme for the 65th National Day, #KeluargaMalaysia Teguh Bersama. The theme reportedly carries the meaning of living in harmony with one another like a family.

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As for the logo that was released along with the theme, it is depicted as a rendition of the standard WiFi logo with some additions to the design.

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And it has Malaysians scratching their heads for answers

Some netizens asked the "what", "how", and "why?''

Sooo for Malaysia's national day they went with the wifi symbol?  pic.twitter.com/QDRKXTbDjy— Xun-ling Au   (@XunlingAu) July 1, 2022

Some likened the design to bodies alternating to one another, or described them as pimples.

https://t.co/uneKQ0nNKbThe logo looks like wifi logo with pimples.— Ooi Beng Cheang (@luxentX) July 1, 2022

One commenter on Facebook even mentioned that school children would have been able to produce a better logo than the official one.

Whatever the opinion for the logo, it seems that Malaysians aren't the biggest fan of it.

So why a WiFi symbol?

According to the rationale, the symbol is said to signify the "development of infrastructure, communication systems, and the ever expanding digitalisation of the country for the convenience of the nation". This is said to tie in with what WiFi generally does for modern society.

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The presentation of the launching ceremony goes on to show that the colours of the Jalur Gemilang flag were used to represent and celebrate the diversity and varying nationalities that makes Malaysia, Malaysia. This was further emphasised with the alternating dots on the symbol, which is said to celebrate diversity no matter our differences for the sake of the progress of the nation.

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So, does the WiFi symbol make more sense to you after knowing the rationale behind it?

Or does it leave a question mark in your head instead?

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"Ghisau" - Pemuda Ini Cuba Nak Terjun Ke Pantai, Tapi Last-Last Lain Pula Yang Jadi

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Dalam setiap hubungan persahabatan, pasti ada salah seorang daripada kawan kita yang sering membuat perangai dan masuk air betul tak?

Kalau pergi bercuti atau keluar berjalan bersama-sama, ada saja hal yang mereka lakukan di tempat awam tanpa rasa malu. Kadangkala, kita pula yang segan dengan orang sekeliling bila datang 'gila' mereka itu.Seperti sebuah video yang tular baru-baru ini apabila gelagat seorang pemuda ketika ingin mandi di pantai telah mengundang tawa ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @khairulaqril OTAK NYA HILANH #fypgakni #fyp #rancakberdosaaa  original sound  - Khairul Aqril

Bukan main berlari nak terjun dalam laut, sekali lain pula yang dibuatnya

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @khairulaqril, kelihatan mereka sedang berkelah di sebuah pantai yang tidak diketahui lokasinya.Apa yang menghiburkan adalah apabila salah seorang daripada mereka tiba-tiba berlari menuju ke pantai kerana teruja untuk mandi laut.Namun, dia dilihat terjun terlalu awal sehingga membuatkan badannya terhempas ke pasir pantai. Perkara itu membuatkan kawan-kawannya yang lain berdekah tak berhenti gara-gara dia salah 'landing'.

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"Nasib tak sempat kuak lentang je, member tu orite tak haha" - Warganet

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan yang kini telah mencecah 2.4M views, 396K likes dan 7.5K shares di laman TikTok, rata-rata warganet turut terhibur melihat gelagat pemuda tersebut.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Macam mana boleh salah landing tu bang? Malu dapat, sakit pun dapat :P

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[WATCH] These Robot Cubes Make Our Childhood Toys Look Like...

WATCH: M-Blocks - Small cubes that self-assemble!

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The extraordinary robots can flip, jump and assemble themselves into a range of different shapes

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Unveiled in the above video featuring the team of MIT researchers who built them, the tiny robots have no external parts but are able to move by employing an internal flywheel mechanism.

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The cube robots are able to stick together with the help of magnets located on their corners. These also provide course correction and stability for the cubes, MIT News reports.

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Currently, the robots are controlled by computer instructions that are sent through a wireless radio!

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Although, the researchers hope that future robot fleets will be able to function autonomously through algorithms loaded directly into the blocks.

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Inside each robot is a flywheel that can reach speeds of 20,000 revolutions per minute; when the flywheel is braked, it imparts its angular momentum to the cube.

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On each edge of an M-Block, and on every face, are cleverly arranged permanent magnets that allow any two cubes to attach each other.

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Scientists envision that groups of these cubes could eventually be used to make temporary repairs to damaged bridges or assembled as scaffolding that could easily be reconfigured.

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And with their ability to adapt to their surrounding environments, the cube robots won't be exceptionally limited to their location of use.

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The researchers discuss the design of the next generation of M-Cube prototypes

The researchers discuss the design of the next generation of M-Cube prototypes

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John Romanishin, who first presented the design for the modular robots in 2011, an MIT senior at the time, says:

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"We want hundreds of cubes, scattered randomly across the floor, to be able to identify each other, coalesce and autonomously transform into a chair, or a ladder, or a desk, on demand."

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The team of researchers are now working to complete an initial force of 100 robot cubes, block by block, making the dreams of Transformer lovers worldwide a slightly scaled-down reality.

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A prototype of a new modular M-Block robot with its innards and flywheel exposed

A prototype of a new modular robot, with its innards exposed and its flywheel — which gives it the ability to move independently — pulled out.

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The ultimate aim of most such research is hordes of swarming microbots that can self-assemble, like the ‘liquid steel’ androids in the movie "Terminator 2"

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After Being Banned On Twitter, Can ISIS Be Stopped On Other Social Media Platforms?

Following the beheading of James Foley by ISIS, Twitter moved to block graphic imagery and the accounts related to ISIS

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Twitter has responded to the swell of opinion, and begun to remove all tweets embedding Isis’s video or screenshots taken from it. In a seemingly unprecedented step, Twitter CEO Dick Costolo, tweeted the following: "We have been and are actively suspending accounts as we discover them related to this graphic imagery. Thank you."

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Twitter has deactivated numerous accounts run by Isis members and supporters in the last few weeks, including the @mujahid4life account which originally uploaded the video of Foley’s death, but it is well known that Isis has an extremely efficient social media operation.

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The Guardian writers Patrick Kingsley and Carmen Fishwick have previously reported on their adept use of Justpaste.it and other hosting platforms. They even have a vocal press officer, Abu Mosa. As outrage spreads around the globe, Isis continue to adopt social media to further their cause of establishing an Islamic caliphate. The video of Foley’s execution came just a day after a video in which the group promised to “drown Americans in blood.” Politicians and government agencies have used Twitter to keep the public up to date on their thoughts and actions.

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So the Islamic State is now trying to spread its social media war to an open-source decentralised social network called diaspora*

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With Twitter cracking down on the posts and the accounts, the next step is to move to more anonymized networks. That's where Diaspora comes in. Originally created in 2010 as a response to Facebook's privacy policies, the service differs from traditional social networks in that it's completely decentralized. Isis accounts are now posting propaganda images, video and text via Diaspora sites.

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In response, diaspora* this week said that it was trying to crack down on posts from ISIS, but the decentralised nature of its network means it takes longer than other networks

Built around the philosophies of decentralization, freedom, and privacy, Diaspora does not have a central server. Instead, the site consists of independently owned nodes, or pods, which interact to form a social network. These pods are controlled by individual pod administrators, or podmins.

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Launched in 2010, Diaspora is unlike Twitter, Facebook and most other social networks which rely on a central database. Instead it has an open, decentralised platform, with an estimated 1 million users. Anyone can download use the Diaspora software to set up their own “pod”, which is hosted on a private server but connects to the rest of the Diaspora network to share posts, messages and media. As on Facebook or Twitter, users have to choose who they follow in order to see their posts.

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Diaspora was originally marketed as a user-owned social networking alternative to Facebook, that respects user privacy and data, to “be whoever you want to be” and “interact with whomever you choose in whatever way you want”. In the now-deleted blogpost from September 2011, its American founders said that “... our distributed design means no big corporation will ever control Diaspora. Diaspora will never sell your social life to advertisers, and you won’t have to conform to someone’s arbitrary rules or look over your shoulder before you speak.”

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For its part, the diaspora* Foundation, the group which runs the non-profit social network, posted a blog post explaining how its service works and the challenges involved with removing posts from ISIS

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diaspora*'s blog post prompted a number of news sites, including BBC, to say that the decentralised platform could not effectively tackle the problem of ISIS content

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The social network then fired back in a follow-up blog post, saying that was "simply untrue, and misrepresents what our last post said"

Diaspora pointed to the report feature, which allows community members to report to the administrator of their pod any post or comment they find inappropriate. Once alerted, the podmin becomes responsible for dealing with that content. As of Wednesday, all of the most-active IS accounts had already been closed by administrators, Diaspora said.

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"One podmin had technical difficulties in removing accounts which caused a few hours' delay, but in each case the decision and action was swift once alerted to the presence of those accounts," Diaspora said.

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diaspora*'s full blog post explaining that they have mechanisms in place to deal with 'problem content'

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diaspora* could have a problem if podmins don't cooperate

The question you’re probably asking is, what if someone had refused? What if one person, whether out of sympathies from the group or just an extreme sense of what free speech entails, decided that he or she wouldn’t close the ISIS accounts. If diaspora* has a way to deal with intractable podmins, it’s not clear what they are.

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If there is any silver lining in the way the IS is using decentralized networks such as Diaspora, it is that these networks tend to be very small and lack the network effect that makes services such as Twitter and Instagram effective propaganda tools. If Diaspora is able to successfully ban content from its most popular pods, the potential impact of that content on smaller pods will be even more minimal.

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Also, systems such as diaspora* could serve as new places to build new social networks dedicated to pro-ISIS postings and further spread its propaganda

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Taking it a step further, if ISIS started its own pod within the diaspora* network the other pods wouldn’t be able to shut it down, even if they could decide not to connect with it in the future. It also shows that the IS is not afraid to move to new types of networks and technologies.

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MOHE Demands Explanation Over Limkokwing University's Racist Billboard

Limkokwing University has been issued a show-cause letter from the Ministry of Higher Education over its racist billboard which went viral earlier this year

During a Parliamentary seating on 15 July, Malaysiakini quoted Higher Education Minister Noraini Ahmad as saying that, "The ministry takes note and takes seriously the racism accusation against the management of Limkokwing University of Creative Technology (LUCT) as circulated in social media."She added that the ministry had issued a show-cause letter to get further explanation.A show-cause letter is a written notice that requires a party to justify, explain, prove, or present something before the court. If the party cannot convince the court or fails to appear, a course of action will be taken.

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"Although LUCT had apologised, the ministry would continue [its] investigation to protect the reputation and image of the country," she replied to Member of Parliament for Bangi, Ong Kian Ming."We will not compromise on matters that involve racism and will make sure all complaints on this matter are resolved," Noraini added."The ministry can take stern action against any party, including the management of higher education institutions if found guilty of issues of racism and the like."

Earlier this year, students called out Limkokwing University on its controversial billboard which was displayed on its campus

Limkokwing later released a statement saying that the billboard had been removed and apologised for the matter stating that they "do not condone any discriminatory acts against any particular race as that will be totally against [their] mandate".

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The poster had shown its founder, Lim Kok Wing, posing with a cheetah along with the words 'King of Africa' above his head. Next to that was an image of Sierra Leone students surrounding Lim Kok Wing.

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You can read more about the issue here:

                Limkokwing Removes Racist Billboard Following Petition By Students

"We would like to extend our sincerest apology for any misunderstanding caused."

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Suri Rumah Ini Mampu Jana Pendapatan Sampai 5 Angka Sebulan Dengan Main PUBG. Wow!

Di zaman ini, kebolehan teknologi yang pesat membangun telah membuka banyak peluang untuk kita menjana pendapatan sampingan sama ada secara online atau offline

Disebabkan itu, banyak suri rumah yang mula melakukan kerja sampingan demi membantu sang suami meraih pendapatan untuk keluarga. Bukan sahaja dapat menguruskan rumah tangga dan anak-anak, malah suri rumah kini boleh mempunyai pendapatan, sama seperti wanita yang bekerja di pejabat.

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Macam-macam yang suri rumah masa kini boleh buat demi menjana pendapatan sendiri. Ada yang menjadi agen dropship untuk sesuatu produk, ada juga yang membuat perniagaan secara online.Paling menarik apabila terdapat suri rumah yang mampu memanfaatkan hobi sebagai cara untuk membuat duit sampingan.

Seperti seorang suri rumah ini yang mampu menjana pendapatan 5 angka sebulan dengan menjadi streamer untuk Facebook Gaming Creator.
Pendek kata bermain game sambil buat duit!

Menerusi sebuah temu bual bersama Zayan.my, Roslinda yang juga dikenali sebagai Miss Rose itu telah berkongsikan bagaimana dirinya boleh berkecimpung dalam dunia penstriman ini.

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Roslinda yang sememangnya gemar mengisi masa lapang dengan bermain game mula melakukan penstriman ini sejak bulan 10 tahun 2018 selepas dicadang oleh adik iparnya untuk stream di Facebook yang secara tidak langsung dapat juga menjana pendapatan.

Menurutnya setiap hari dia akan membahagikan masanya mengendalikan urusan rumah tangga di samping menjadi streamer. Tambahnya lagi, dia turut mendapat sokongan daripada suaminya untuk bermain game PUBG.

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Melalui pengalaman sepanjang melakukan penstriman ini, Roslinda berkata terdapat juga kata-kata yang kurang ‘enak’ ditujukan kepadanya. Namun semua itu tidak mematahkan semangat suri rumah ini.Boleh lihat video penuh sesi temu bual bersama Roslinda di bawah:

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Ternyata perkongsian Roslinda ini selain berjaya meraih perhatian turut menjadi inspirasi orang ramai

Melalui tinjauan di laman Facebook, berikut adalah antara reaksi warganet yang ditinggalkan di ruangan komen:

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Menariknya main game pun boleh dapat duit!

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LIKE Facebook dan follow Twitter SAYS SEISMIK dan temui segala cerita mesti kongsi sekarang!

Selain buat duit, main PUBG pun boleh jumpa jodoh!

                Jatuh Cinta Waktu Sama-Sama Main PUBG, Lelaki & Gadis Lumpuh Kaki Ini Selamat Diijabkabul!

Kedua-dua kaki Siti Aisyah telah lumpuh selepas terlibat dalam kemalangan motosikal di Parit Raja dua tahun yang lalu.

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[VIDEO] Fun Things You Can Do In Perak With Less Than RM300

Besides being a popular destination for locals, Perak is also gaining more attention from foreign tourists as well

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Since Ipoh was listed as one of the top 10 destinations in Lonely Planet's Best in Asia 2016 list, more and more tourists have been visiting the state's capital city and towns.

And it's no surprise why. Just check out all the fun stuff you can do there for below RM300:

1. White water rafting in Gopeng

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Adventurous people can try white water rafting at the Splash and White Water Centre in Gopeng.

2. Try all the delicious food in Ipoh

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You can't say that you've been to Ipoh if you haven't tried their famous white coffee and bean sprout chicken!

Watch our video to find out all the cool things you can do there:

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If you like travelling light, the Canon EOS M50 is the camera for you

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The Canon EOS M50 is a powerful mirrorless camera that is small and light, great for those who love to take photos when they're travelling. Not only does it allow you to take great photos, but shoot stunning 4K videos as well. It also comes with a Vari-Angle touchscreen and large electronic viewfinder to give you a great shooting. You can send your photos and videos to your phone and laptops via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so you can easily share them on Facebook and Instagram.

Learn more about the Canon EOS M50 here

Watch our first SAYS Go Where video here:

                [VIDEO] How To Spend 3D2N In Langkawi With Just RM500

It's possible!

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9 Highly-Rated Dashcams Under RM250 To Buy Online

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1. 70mai M300 Car Recorder Dashcam | RM175 – RM215

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This popular dashcam under Xiaomi records at 2304P x 1296P, which is 1.5x higher resolution than 1080P. It enables continuous recording at one frame per second during parking mode and can capture up to three lanes of traffic. In addition, hours-long surveillance videos can be played backed in minutes, catching crucial events quickly.It comes in black, navy, and rose gold. You can purchase the device on its own, or with a 32GB and 64GB memory card storage.You can get it on Shopee.

2. Digital Video Recorder Dash Cam | RM63.60

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Image via Shopee

If a collision occurs in a vehicle, the integrated G-sensor in this dashcam automatically locks the recorded video and provides an accurate record of events. It has a 165º viewing angle with a resolution of 1920P x 1080P. Plus, it comes with an adhesive that can be attached to the front windshield.You can get it on Shopee.

3. 70mai A400 Car Recorder Dash Cam | RM235

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Just one spectrum above the 70mai300 is this Xiaomi dashcam that has a resolution of 2560P x 1440P. With 145° wide-angle lens, it can capture up to three lanes of traffic, and records front and rear at the same time. There's a button that allows you to toggle between the front and rear views as well. It comes in red, white, and grey. You can get the device on its own, or with a 32GB and 64GB memory card.You can get it on Shopee.

4. Ettro 4 inch Car Recorder Dash Cam | RM115

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Image via Shopee

With a 170° high-resolution ultra-wide-angle lens, this dashcam has a resolution of 1440P and a seamless loop recording function. It comes with a memory card of 32GB and a multiple language feature, including Russian, Japanese, French, English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, German, and more.You can get it on Shopee.

5. Asawin H5C 10 inch Mirror DashCam | RM202.99 – RM218.99

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Image via Lazada

This Asawin 10-inch dashcam mirror functions as both a dashcam and a front mirror. It has a touchscreen function, where you can adjust different settings, as well as a 1080P resolution, recording both the rear and front view. You can switch between multiple languages: Simplified/traditional Chinese, English, Russian, Korean, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, or Thai. The dashcam also automatically locks the recording if an accident occurs, so that the footage cannot be deleted. The device can be purchased on its own or with a 32GB memory card.You can get it on Lazada.

6. SAFECAM V20 PRO Dual Cameras WIFI Dashcam | RM179 – RM209

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Image via Shopee

The Safecam V20 Pro comes with a front Camera (1080P) at a 170º wide angle and a rear camera (480P) at a 120º wide angle. The WiFi feature can connect it straight to your phone, allowing you to playback and download recorded videos. The device can be bought on its own, or with a 32GB or 64GB memory card.You can get it on Shopee.

7. Asawin A12 | RM95.24 – RM110.24

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Image via Lazada

Image via Lazada

Asawin A12 has a 170º wide angle with a 140º rear camera. It comes with a 24-hour parking monitoring system and a G-sensor, which automatically locks the video recording if a crash occurs, to prevent any files from getting deleted. When the car is on reverse mode (R), the dashcam can show real time reversing footage for safer driving.The device can be purchased on its own, or with a 32GB memory card. You can get it on Lazada.

8. Asawin A2 | RM142.45 – RM170.74

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Image via Lazada

Image via Lazada

Although most of the core functions are the same as the A12, the Asawin A2 comes with a magnetic holder instead.The device can be purchased on its own, or with a 32GB memory card.You can get it on Lazada.

9. EKLEVA Dash Camera | RM104.80

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Image via Lazada

The EKLEVA dashcam has a 1920P x 1080P resolution and a 170º wide angle lens that can capture up to four lanes of traffic. It comes with a four-inch LCD screen and a 24-hour loop recording that records both front and rear views. It also has a G-sensor that automatically locks the video recording if the dashcam detects sudden movement. At the moment, the dashcam is sold with a 32GB memory card.You can get it on Lazada.

Check out more gadgets you can get to protect yourself or your home:

                6 Essential Gadgets Every Woman Should Get If They Live Alone

Better safe than sorry.

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