Selangor Gov Is Offering 2 Weeks Of Subsidised Mental Health Treatment For 700 Residents

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The Selangor government has announced that it will be subsidising the first two weeks of psychiatric treatment for residents of the state under the Selangor Mental Sihat (SEHAT) programme

In a Facebook post, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the Selangor government will bear the cost of screening, psychiatric consultation, basic psychotherapy treatment, and medication.He said RM222,600 has been allocated for the programme, which offers 700 subsidised slots to help those from lower-income groups get the mental health treatment they require.

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Selangor residents who wish to apply have to complete an initial screening through the Selangkah app, under the Mental Sehat option

"Based on eligibility from early screenings, an applicant can then choose to undergo a second screening at a preferred SelCare Clinic," said public health, unity, women empowerment, and family committee chairman Dr Siti Mariah Mahmud via The Star."Qualified applicants will [then] be referred to psychiatric experts to undergo further intervention."

Those in the B40 income group may also seek these other mental health services:

                This Social Enterprise Offers Therapy & Supports B40 Groups With Mental Health Services

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                This Mental Health Aid Org Is Providing RM5 Therapy Sessions For The B40 Community

The sessions will be conducted by credible counsellors and clinical psychologists.

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Here are some other affordable career counselling options:

                5 Affordable Career Counselling Services In KL & PJ For Those Who Need Career Advice

If you're about to step into the workforce or are thinking of a career change.

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                8 Counselling & Mental Health Services Under RM100 To Get Us Through Tough Times

No one should need to choose between putting food on the table and their mental health.

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Dah Janji Dengan Ibu Nak Bagi Cucu, Tak Sangka Pula Tiba-Tiba Dapat Adik Jarak 24 Tahun

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Kebiasaannya, jarak umur adik beradik akan rapat dan tidak terlalu jauh bezanya betul tak?

Tetapi, tidak dinafikan bahawa menimang cahaya mata selepas sekian lama juga adalah satu rezeki walaupun umur adik beradik yang lain sudah meningkat.Sama seperti video di TikTok ini apabila seorang gadis berkongsi kisah mengenai usia adiknya yang baru lahir telah mencuri perhatian ramai.Lihat video itu di bawah:

  @mari.poasa Janji nak bagi cucu kt mama, eh dia bagi kita adik pulak  original sound  - c a n

Umur dah 24 tahun, si ibu pula bagi 'surprise'

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang gadis berkongsi kisah mengejutkan selepas dia mendapat tahu dia akan mempunyai adik.Difahamkan, jarak usia dia dan adiknya itu adalah 24 tahun bezanya. Dia pernah berjanji akan berkahwin dan memberikan cucu kepada ibunya itu.Namun, tatkala gadis itu sedang mencari jodoh, si ibu pula yang terlebih dahulu memberi kejutan kepadanya.

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"Orang lain dapat anak, sis dapat adik. Okay lah tu" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut berkongsi pengalaman sama mereka mengenainya.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 372.6K views, 46.7K likes dan 595 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Tak apa, main dengan adik dulu. Nanti baru main dengan anak sendiri :D

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Loi Kah Bao 'Ponteng Sekolah' and Lied About Being Kidnapped

He lied about being kidnapped

17 year-old Loi Kah Bao lied about being kidnapped because he was afraid of being caught by his parents for skipping school.

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District police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohan Singh Tara Singh today said the story was sheer lie, and that the teenager had made up the story for fear of being scolded by his parents and taken action by his school for truancy.

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"This boy is a serial school absentee, school record showed that he has been absent for 33 days this year. On that Friday morning, he had just finished his 'session' at a nearby cyber cafe at 11am and told his parents the fabricated story."

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"The truth was that he was playing computer games from 6am to 11am, skipping school altogether,"

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Kidnapped girls still unidentified

“We have not received any reports of missing girls so far and urge anyone with female relatives who are missing to come forward immediately,” Cheras OCPD Asst Comm told reporters.

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2 gagged girls seen in the van

"But I saw two other girls who were bound and gagged in the back seat," Kah Bao said.

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[VIDEO] Wanita Ini Kongsi Keadaan Satu Badan Menggigil Lepas Epidural, Ramai Boleh Relate

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Apabila tibanya waktu untuk bersalin, setiap wanita akan diberi pilihan sama ada nak ambil bius epidural atau tidak

Menurut kajian, setiap orang lain penerimaan badan mereka terhadap pengambil bius ini. Ianya bergantung kepada anti-bodi masing-masing.Namun, seorang wanita telah berkongsikan keadaan badannya yang menggigil selepas bersalin akibat pengambilan epidural tular di TikTok baru-baru ini.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @sonyased5 Did you get shakes also? ##fyp##fyp##viral##newborn##epidural##pregnancy##delivery  original sound - HarleyTastet

Kongsi pengalaman lepas lahirkan anak kedua, satu badan menggigil sebab ambil epidural

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh Sonya Sed, kelihatan dia sedang berada di wad bersalin dan difahamkan dia baru saja melahirkan anak keduanya.Wanita tersebut dipercayai telah memilih untuk mengambil bius epidural bagi mengurangkan rasa sakit semasa proses bersalinnya.Walau bagaimanapun, dia dilihat mengalami kesan sampingan selepas dibius seperti badan menggeletar dan menggigil dalam tempoh masa yang lama.

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Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 1.1M tontonan, 58.4K tanda suka dan 3.5K perkongsian di laman TikTok

Malah, tinjauan di ruangan komen juga mendapati ramai para ibu yang turut mengalami keadaan sama selepas mereka mengambil epidural.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Ada yang kata simptom tu normal, betul ke?

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Ada Sesiapa Lagi Yang Terpedaya Dengan Pakcik 'Winnie The Pooh' Ini?

Cerita tentang seorang warga emas memakai kostum Winnie The Pooh di bawah panas terik demi sesuap nasi ini telah menjadi viral di serata media Indonesia dan Malaysia

Kasihan pakcik Suardi terpaksa mengemis untuk menyara hidup...
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Ramai yang bersimpati dengan Suardi yang katanya kini berusia 74 tahun dan menghidap penyakit strok namun harus terus bekerja untuk menyara keluarga. Maka mengemis inilah punca rezeki beliau.

Namun akhirnya terbongkar kisah sebenar warga emas yang sanggup berjalan kaki berbatu-batu untuk mengemis di Sidarjo ini

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Dukacita dimaklumkan bahawa di sebalik kesedihan cerita Suardi, sebenarnya dia adalah seorang yang sangat berkemampuan, bukan saja dari segi harta, tetapi juga dari segi keluarga.

Setelah disiasat pihak berkuasa Indonesia, ternyata Suardi mempunyai sebuah rumah, dua buah motosikal berkuasa tinggi, selain sudah beristeri sebanyak 7 kali dan ada lima orang anak

Jenis motosikal Yamaha Vlxion yang dikatakan dimiliki oleh Suardi.
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Ini bermakna, Suardi bukanlah sebatang kara seperti yang diperakuinya. Malahan, hidup dia tidaklah sesusah mana, dan mungkin dia lebih berharta berbanding kamu atau saya.

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Mula-mula anak lepas tu isteri...
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Kisah Suardi ini juga penuh putar belit. Contohnya, wanita di sebelah Suardi ini dikatakan mengaku sebagai anak Suardi, sebelum menukar pengakuannya sebagai isteri pula. Haih, macam-macam!

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Pihak hospital yang memeriksa kesihatan Suardi juga memberitahu bahawa beliau seorang yang sihat walafiat, dan bukan seorang penghidap strok

Disebalik wajah sedihnya, kisah pakcik Suardi sebenarnya penuh dengan temberang.
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Sebaliknya kita yang simpati pada warga emas ini yang boleh diserang heart attack akibat terlampau geram kerana terpedaya dengan muka simpati beliau.

Selain daripada kisah Suardi, mungkin kamu pernah baca tentang kisah si buta penjual tisu:

                [MESTI BACA] Jangan Terkejut. Orang Buta Jual Tisu Mungkin Lebih Kaya Daripada Anda

Sama ada mahu beri sedekah atau tidak kepada golongan ini, terpulanglah kepada anda.

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The Internet Just Can't Stop Making Fun Of Apple's New AirPods

Apple, the leading tech giant officially introduced the public to the iPhone 7 on 7 September. Among the pros and cons of the upgraded device, one of the most notable (and polarising) changes is that this phone won’t have a headphone jack.

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The headphone jack is gone and it's being replaced with a fancy new wireless earbuds called the AirPods.

Why did Apple remove the headphone jack?

Phil Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of worldwide marketing
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Phil Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of worldwide marketing, offered an explanation as to why the company chose to take the dive into minimalism.“Now, some people have asked why we would remove the analog headphone jack from the iPhone,” Schiller said. “It really comes down to one word: courage. The courage to move on, do something new, that betters all of us. And our team has tremendous courage.”

The change is very drastic, to say the least. The "courageous" move didn't sit well with many customers, even early Apple adopters.
Naturally, netizens used humour and memes to deal with these changing times.

Innovation at its finest, boys and girls.
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Below are some of the best reactions from the Internet. A word of caution to Apple fanboys and girls, no chill zone ahead!

Right off the bat, people have figured out an easier and economical way to get the AirPods

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Just got those new AirPods. pic.twitter.com/hbvr3HpLaI— Dr. Sheldon Cooper (@TheRealSheldonC) September 8, 2016

Made my own air pods #andwot #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/tGUy6Q7e71— Lekhani Chirwa (@LekhaniChirwa) September 7, 2016

So I decided to build a prototype for the iPhone 8 AirPods. This design also allows me to bring down the cost price. pic.twitter.com/CcRgsPvVK4— Danial Amirul Asraf (@danialprettyboy) September 9, 2016

Ain't nobody gonna pay hundreds of dollars for a pair of wireless earphones.

Others just can't seem to wrap their heads around Apple's noble act of "courage" to remove the headphone jack

Courage. Wearing Apple #AirPods in Public. pic.twitter.com/fcEtPkKHKI— Brian Tong (@briantong) September 7, 2016

Courage. pic.twitter.com/49VH4Jwrhr— Jason O. Gilbert (@gilbertjasono) September 7, 2016

"You might ask, 'Why would you try to bake a cake without sugar?' The answer is simple. It's called courage."— Jamelle Bouie (@jbouie) September 7, 2016

There's a lot wrong in the world and yet I find myself especially furious that Apple said they removed the headphone jack because "courage."— neutral face emoji (@markhoppus) September 7, 2016

Gotta give a quick salute to the folks at Apple for being such brave souls. The right decision isn't always the popular decision! Am I right, guys?!

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Many have slowly come to terms with the fact that the new iPhone wouldn't work with any of their pre-existing headphones or other audio gadgets. Reality hurts.

When they pass the aux cord but you got an iPhone 7 pic.twitter.com/5WPIUNjAaP— J (@jakessins) September 8, 2016

I’m old enough to remember when Apple’s branding was based pretty much 100% on headphone wires pic.twitter.com/DBgruXjOcT— Aaron Wiener (@aaronwiener) September 7, 2016

Steve jobs was all about efficiency and not adding anything extra. a headphone adapter in 2016? he didnt die for this— Buckeyes (1-0) (@HeadphoneJones_) September 7, 2016

The tiny, disconnected AirPods will make it so much easier for people to lose it and THAT'S NOT RIGHT

Apple should make a "find my Airpods" feature ... just sayin— Marques Brownlee (@MKBHD) September 7, 2016

Top 8 places to drop your $159 #AirPods into. pic.twitter.com/2egMyHJ6HX— Antti Holma (@anttiholma) September 8, 2016

Yup. @Apple #AirPods Cool, but lose-y  pic.twitter.com/AdXrAlRKZS— Bobby BeeBob (@BeebobOfficial) September 8, 2016

Siri, which couch cushion is my AirPod under.— drew olanoff (@yoda) September 7, 2016

Apple AirPod, lose them faster than your regular headphones— Jin Lim (@Jinnyboy) September 7, 2016

If dropping the headphone jack left a hole in your heart and your 6s, now there’s a solution: plug it with "Apple Plugs"

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“This isn’t 2009. Your phone doesn’t have a floppy drive, and it shouldn’t have a headphone connector either.When we made iPhone 6 and 6s, the world wasn’t ready for the future. Now, it is. Apple Plug is the perfect solution. Fill in your archaic headphone connector with beautiful aluminium and plug yourself into the future," the website wrote.Damn, we can't even make that up even if we want to.

Tagline of the year
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Now, you can shove a plug up your iPhone 6s' jack and pretend that it's an iPhone 7. Check out the earth-shattering innovation here.

Of course, some people were really impressed by the AirPods' sleek design

I can wait a few more months when the iPhone 7s comes out to get it but I'm definitely getting those air pods they're so sleek looking— Kenneth Garcia (@kennyswift) September 8, 2016

the new airpods gonna be mine!!! such a sleek design— Irsyadi (@ibnzainal95) September 8, 2016

Personally, i think Airpods in the ears look pretty sleek. Still too poor to get one though :'( #AppleEvent— The Lettering Junkie (@heyitsodee) September 7, 2016

Change is hard, Apple. Do give yourselves a pat on the back for trying something REALLY different.

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Are you a fan of the AirPods? Let us know in the comment section below!

Apple also unveiled a new colour for the iPhone 7, but...

                The New Jet Black iPhone 7 Looks Great, But There's One Major Problem...

Apple confirms it.

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120 Bowls Of Laksa And Other Useful Things You Can Buy Instead Of Apple's  AirPods

Remember Apple's new AirPods? The wireless headphones were unveiled alongside the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus back in September.

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Apple "courageously" removed the headphone jack on the new phones and replaced it with fancy new wireless headphones.

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Netizens have made a mockery out of Apple's reason for removing the headphone jack and replacing with the AirPods.

Apple's courageous feat doesn't stop there.
Yesterday, 31 October, the Cupertino tech company finally unveiled the price of the AirPods in Malaysia - it will retail at a whopping price of RM849.

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The headphones are currently not available for purchase.

Look, RM849 is a LOT of money and we're not sure about spending that much on some "futuristic" looking headphones, because that amount of money can buy you these things:

1. A spanking new smartphone

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You even have some spare change to buy yourself a sleek, sexy leather case.

2. Go for a vacation

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RM849 enough to travel meh? Of course, haven't you heard of this Malaysian who hitchhiked from Sweden to Malaysia with RM800?

3. Pay down payment for a motorcycle

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4. Clear your debts... some of it at least

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Please start paying back your PTPN loans. Now got discount already!

5. Cover your phone expenses for at least a year

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Depending on your monthly commitment, you could even stretch it for over a year!

6. Get good karma by donating to charity

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Lots of NGOs and charity organisations like World Vision allow you to sponsor a child. Do something good! :)

7. Buy 84 Big Macs (no combo) for your next family gathering

Yums.
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But make sure you head over to the clinic the next day to check your cholesterol level ok?

8. If burgers aren't your thing, how about 34 regular-sized pizzas from Domino's?

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Pizza is life.

9. Even better, you can buy 120 bowls of Sarawak laksa

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This famous Sarawak laksa in Bangsar only cost RM7 per bowl. We're not asking you to create some national record and throw them away, mind you. Organise a laksa party or something.

10. Stock up on cooking oil because who knows when the prices will go up again

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11. Buy 21 plain black t-shirts because why not

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Why black? There's no why, black is the best (personal opinion of the writer, feel free to dispute).

12. Get yourself a washing machine

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Stop handwashing your clothes so you can protect your delicate skin.

13. Depending on where you live, you can pay up to two months of rent

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For example, this room in Bukit Jalil only costs RM450 a month.

14. Get 160 pairs of headphones from Daiso

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For only RM5.30 a pop, it's a bargain. They might not sound that good but you don't have to worry about losing em' right?

15. But most importantly, you can buy not one, but TWO good quality headphones

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You can jog with these without worrying about them dropping out from your sweaty ears.

Sorry, Apple. We're passing on the AirPods.

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We might consider buying em' if they were RM84.90. Maybe not, still expensive.

What else can you buy with RM849? Let us know in the comment section below!


[VIDEO] Dulu Ayah Tak Bagi Bela Kucing, Tapi Sekarang Dia Pula Yang Lebih Siap Berjoget!

Kucing adalah haiwan yang sangat comel, telatahnya yang nakal dan manja dapat mencuit hati setiap orang yang melihat

Memelihara haiwan ini sebenarnya banyak kelebihan. Antaranya memelihara haiwan seperti kucing merupakan satu terapi emosi yang sangat baik.Mereka yang berada dalam kemurungan juga mampu pulih dari keadaan itu apabila bercakap dan berinteraksi dengan kucing.Sebahagian besar pemilik kucing juga mengatakan kucing membuatkan mereka lebih relaks dan sentiasa berada dalam keadaan tenang. Namun, ada juga yang tidak suka pada kucing kerana alergik dan cara penjagaannya yang agak 'leceh'.

3 tahun lepas ayah tak bagi bela kucing sebab semua busy

Lain pula dengan situasi yang dihadapi oleh gadis ini apabila tular video yang dimuat naiknya di laman Twitter baru-baru ini mendapat perhatian netizen.Dia memberitahu di mana pada tiga tahun yang lepas, ayahnya tidak membenarkannya untuk membela kucing sebagai haiwan peliharaan kerana semua ahli keluarganya sibuk dan tiada masa untuk menguruskan haiwan tersebut.Namun, ternyata anggapan si ayah itu telah berubah apabila klip video itu sendiri memperlihatkan aksi comel ayahnya yang tengah seronok berjoget dengan kucing peliharaannya.Lihat video penuh di bawah ini:

Dad 3 years ago: No. we cannot bela kucing yet cause semua busy!!!3 years later my father pic.twitter.com/CEbTcLjDcd—  (@prncssant) November 2, 2020

Seronok bila ada kucing peliharaan, siap joget sama-sama

Video tersebut memperlihatkan si ayah sangat terhibur sambil menari dengan si bulus yang diberi nama Muezza itu.Gadis itu sendiri tidak menjangkakan perangai ayahnya akan berubah selepas dia membela haiwan tersebut di rumah mereka.Apa yang lebih lucu, si kucing kelihatan begitu 'redha' dan 'pasrah' saja apabila diperlakukan begitu oleh tuannya.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video tersebut telah mendapat 7.5k retweets dan 14.9k likes di laman Twitter.

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Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen terhibur dengan gelagat si ayah

Selain itu, ada juga yang turut berkongsi video kucing peliharaan mereka apabila bersama dengan si ayah masing-masing. Reaksi yang sama juga terlihat.

my dad: hm tanak la kucing kecil .. susah nak jaga lepastu nnt overly attached oso my dad: pic.twitter.com/PT5oKg4szJ—  (@nanaissacat) November 4, 2020

Abah : Jangan bela kucing. Suka berak dengan kencing merata.Also Abah : pic.twitter.com/JV62OxSjnh— ;[H].ΔR (@Hescyam_AR) November 4, 2020

SAMALAHHH DENGAN BAPAK KITAAA  pic.twitter.com/TbFrbACPYO— nisha raziff (@soitsnisha) November 4, 2020

Hahahahaha comel je kucing tu masa tgk your dad! Hahahahah— mysrnwr  (@mysaranewrie) November 3, 2020

Alahai comelnyaaa haha nama kucing pun sama dengan kucing kesayangan Rasulullah —  زينب | @atozskincarehub (@zaiiinabhassan) November 3, 2020

The cat was like : I've had enough with this— anisnakbalik (@venusering) November 4, 2020

omg this is so cute —  (@ftinxoxo) November 3, 2020

Hahahaha typical !— Amirah (@miraaqilaa) November 4, 2020

Rindunya arwah ayah..dia selalu main ngn kucing gini— شزرالاكمال (@Mosyaz27) November 4, 2020

kau ni pehal ni,ak xdk mood ni pic.twitter.com/BWLkaxnxZ8— Mark Yeoul Tech (@loopexxx) November 3, 2020

Dah bela kucing baru tahu seronok dia macam mana ya. Jaga kucing korang baik-baik!

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Young Doctor Dies Of COVID-19 After Postponing Wedding To Be On The Frontlines

A young Indonesian doctor's death due to COVID-19 has left many devastated, especially after he had postponed his wedding to serve on the frontlines

The doctor, Michael Robert Marampe from North Sulawesi, had planned to get married to long-time girlfriend and fiancee, Tri Novia Septiani, on 11 April before the outbreak occurred.The Jakarta Post reported that they decided to postpone their wedding as he continued to serve the country amidst the pandemic and see patients at Permata Bunda Hospital in East Java.

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However, on 17 April, Michael posted on social media to update his followers that he had become "one of the COVID-19 victims"

Under the Instagram handle @mikemarampe, he shared that he tested positive for COVID-19 in a rapid test, and that he was receiving treatment and good care from the medical team in RSUP Persahabatan Hospital in East Jakarta.He explained that he was getting better and that he was coughing less."There's no regret," he also said in the video."For me, becoming a doctor is a personal sacrifice and something to be proud of as it allows me to serve patients and help many people."He then reminded fellow healthcare workers to always prioritise their safety by wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and to keep their spirits up in the battle of this pandemic.

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On the same day, Michael also posted a picture of him with his fiancee

He called her his "guardian angel" who had given him strength and support for the past eight years."Thank you, my fiancee Tri Novia Septiani. You are the most beautiful gift in my life. I love you always," he wrote in the caption.Unfortunately, the post turned out to be his last.According to Sinar Harian, he passed away just over a week later due to complications from COVID-19 on Saturday, 25 April.

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Tri wrote an emotional Instagram post on Sunday, 26 April, saying how she and all of his family were so proud of him

"I'm sorry that I can only accompany you up to here," she wrote to her late fiance."I love you so much, and I know you loved me too. See you again, my dear."She also promised to finish their song that was supposed to be sung at their wedding.The post has drawn in thousands of netizens sending her and their family condolences.

You can read Tri's emotional tribute to her late fiance below:

         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by MIKNOV (@miknov.id) on Apr 26, 2020 at 3:31am PDT


Junior Chef At 5-Star Hotel Fired After He Was Caught Spitting Into Customer's Food

An employee of a local hotel proudly shared on Twitter that he spits in customer's food

On 20 February, the man wrote on Twitter, "I have so much work. But the best part about my job is that I get to spit in Chinese people's food."

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His tweets garnered the attention of social media users who then shared it in an online forum. The man has since locked his Twitter account and made it private.

Netizens found that he had been posting a series of racist tweets online dating back to last December

Based on his profile, the man is a commis chef at Hugo's In The Sky at Grand Ion Delemen Hotel, Genting Highlands.

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On 24 December, he posted a tweet that read, "Eat, oh non-believers."

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Meanwhile, on 27 January, he uploaded a video of the restaurant along with the caption, "All are Chinese. Damn it. Being worried is one thing, but being disgusted is another."

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In the most recent tweet posted on 24 February, he wrote, "Don't let Chinese people lead us. They're all stupid. They all eat pork. Do you want to eat pork?"

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The restaurant management told SAYS that the man has since been fired.
They also promise to take serious measures to avoid any such incident in the future.

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In an official statement, Grand Ion Delemen Hotel Genting Highlands general manager Tee Yih Fung said, "The commis [chef] admitted that he made a personal and yet defamatory statement on his social media without deep thought and rational thinking."He also added that food served at the restaurant is always supervised by the Executive Sous Chef before serving.Several procedures have been reinforced to avoid any such incident in the future. This includes the immediate release of the employee from employment, recorded misconduct and profile for future employer's reference checking, CCTV surveillance and peer support for whistle-blowers and strict implementation of Food Safety Standards and Regulations in Malaysia.

Read the full statement here:

Posted by Grand Ion Delemen Hotel on Tuesday, February 25, 2020


Viral Video Shows Armed Men On A Motorcycle Robbing A Woman And Her Friend In Cheras

In an incident that happened on Thursday, 1 December, at around 2pm, an armed robbery took place in Taman Midah in Cheras

A 51-second mobile footage of the incident has gone viral on social media. It shows two men on a motorcycle robbing two people of cash and their mobiles.According to Cheras OCPD Asst Comm Chong Kok Sin, the victim was a 19-year-old girl who was chatting with a friend outside her house in Jalan Midah Tengah 2 when the two men on a motorcycle approached them, brandishing a parang and robbed them off their iPhone 5, a Nokia phone and RM210.

Image via Klang Indian Organisation via Facebook

While fleeing, the rider hit a Honda Insight, which resulted in both the men being thrown off the bike. They still managed to escape.

ACP Chong said the victims couldn't get a clear look at the robbers as they were wearing helmets with dark visors, The Star Online reported.The motorcycle they were using had a licence plate bearing the numbers WXD 5357. It's a fake as it belonged to a Proton Saga FLX.

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Woman In Shah Alam Offers RM2,000 To Anyone Who Can Help Find Her Lost Parrot

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A local woman is looking for her pet parrot that was lost recently

The woman, Reina Lum, took to her Instagram on 30 April to share that her pet parrot, named Neo, flew away from an open window at her house the same day at 7pm in Seksyen 7, Shah Alam.She said that Neo is five months old and that she has had the parrot since January.Neo has a bright green body with a blue head and slight red feathers on the chest and tail.

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Reina, who works as a travel and beauty vlogger, has also offered a RM2,000 reward to anyone who can help find and return her parrot

In an email to SAYS, a desperate Reina stated that she has been frantically searching for Neo.She has also posted a video on Reels, in which she can be seen appealing to netizens to help her "find her baby". She described him as "tame" and that Neo loves humans.The video, posted on Tuesday, 3 May, has been viewed over 140,000 times and has garnered dozens of comments from netizens offering their emotional support to Reina.Her video has also been shared on other social media platforms.

Speaking to this SAYS writer, Reina shared that a member of the public reached out to her to say that they saw Neo at Puncak 7, Shah Alam

"I went to the location and asked the guards and they told me the bird looked very familiar," she said, adding that she keeps going back every few hours to leave treats but there's been no sign of him."I have left flyers with information and the reward in any place I can as we suspect someone would actually keep him when found."

If you spot Neo the parrot, you can contact the following phone numbers: +6016-6665416 or +6012-6692652

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Here Are Some Of The Most Popular Feel Good Stories Malaysians Read And Shared In 2019

Can you believe we’re at the end of 2019 already? It's been one heck of a year and while we're excited for 2020, we're also reflecting on the year that has passed.

This year end, U Mobile is giving back to the community with their #HolidayGrooves campaign, where you'll get the chance to end the year by doing some good and giving to others. More deets at the end of the story!

But first, let's take a look at some of the best feel good stories we read and shared in 2019:

1. Earlier this month, the Internet came together in an effort to reunite a lady in Melaka with very special RM10 note

Image via Anne Malar Yesudass/Facebook

Facebook user Hyza Ezany uploaded a post in an effort to search for the owner of a special RM10 note. A sentimental message of "The last cash given by dad on 21/5/2010 Friday 7.10am. I love you, dad," was scribbled on the note.The post went viral in just a day and actually managed to reach Anne Malar Yesudass, the owner of the note. She kept it from 21 May 2010 until 1 September 2018, before losing it in a theft. The precious note was the last thing given to her by her father before he passed away.We're so glad that the meaningful note is now back where it belongs. :')

2. We were super touched when this friendly motorcycle gang showed up at this single dad's doorstep with a RM25k donation

Image via Aresif Pok Are/Facebook

After his wife passed away from breast cancer in 2016, Mohd Zain Abdullah had to take care of his children, three of whom have cerebral palsy. One of his relatives sent out a WhatsApp message asking for help to buy diapers, food, medication, and a wheelchair.That's when a group of kind-hearted Malaysian motorcyclists rose to the occasion to help this single father and his special needs children in Kelantan. Nearly 250 gang members rode together to the single father's home to present him the gift of RM25,140.I guess that's what it means when they say sharing is caring.

3. Remember this viral Twitter post about a group of Form 5 students pranking their beloved teacher?

Image via Twitter @ilhan_zakaria

In the video, a pair of students pretended to get into a heated argument in the classroom before taking it outside. This caused their teacher Puan Nor to run after them in a panic and pushing herself between them in an effort to break up the fight. Turns out, it was all part of a prank to get her outside, where other students joined them with a cake to surprise their beloved teacher for her birthday. Puan Nor can be seen hugging her students after the prank was revealed, exclaiming "I was so scared you would get expelled!".The bond between teachers and their students is truly a very special one.

4. Our hearts couldn't handle it when firemen in Kedah saved a helpless little kitten from drowning during a storm

Image via Fire & Rescue Department of Malaysia/Facebook

Having been caught in a freak storm, the poor little kitty was left hanging on to its life from the roof of a house in Kedah. Thankfully, the men of the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia came to its aid. At first, it seemed like the drenched white kitten wouldn't make it, but the firemen proceeded to perform CPR, saving it's life. Our hearts seriously couldn't take it when it finally started meowing weakly. It was then seen chasing after the firemen, before they wrapped it up in a towel.AHHHH TOO CUTE! *heart eyes*

5. Back during Raya season, a viral Twitter post ended up kickstarting the #DuitRayaMovement

Sebarkan kebaikan, sesi beri duit raya pada pekerja tol, pak guard & barista bermulaaa  pic.twitter.com/2hTMkLmoIE— AminJamean (@amin_jamean) June 7, 2019

The movement called for netizens to give out duit raya to those who had to work during the festive season, such as toll booth operators, security guards, petrol pump attendants, and more.It all started from a single Twitter post by @amin_jamean, in which he gave duit raya to a Starbucks barista. Other netizens were inspired to do the same, and Twitter was soon filled with posts from everyone sharing their stories of either giving or unexpectedly receiving duit raya.The #DuitRayaMovement definitely helped make this year's Raya season extra special!

6. By building a swimming pool from scratch for her kids, this super-mum from Terengganu truly proved that women can do anything

Image via Hezline Atherra/Facebook

Hezline Atherra impressed netizens when she took to Facebook to share how she built a swimming pool from scratch for her kids. In the post, she wrote "I'm not privileged, but this small garden pool is enough to make me happy, as long as I get to see my children play and grow up in front of my eyes."With a budget of RM5,000, Hezline managed to build the mini pool within just a month. She told SAYS that she had been planning this project for three years now and always had a rough sketch of how she wanted the pool to look like in her head.We take our hats off to Hezline and other super-mums everywhere!

7. And finally, in a true display of how united Malaysians can be, a group of people from all different races came together to help flip an overturned car

Image via Twitter @PhoebeShafinaz

Who would have guessed that an overturned car would end up demonstrating just how united Malaysians can be? When what seemed to be a Honda Stream overturned somewhere in Kampung Medan, Petaling Jaya, a group of about 10 men gathered around the car within seconds.Consisting of several young men, an elderly pak cik, a topless anneh, and some motorcyclists who were passing by, the group pushed twice in unison and successfully managed to return the car to an upright position.Thankfully no one in the car was injured and many netizens flocked to social media to celebrate Malaysians' unity.

Want to end your year by feeling good and giving back to others? Take part in U Mobile's #HolidayGrooves campaign!

Image via @myumobile/Instagram

U Mobile has collaborated with three up-and-coming local artists that they've worked with throughout the year - NYK, Lost Spaces, and Sophie Fredskild. Each one will be creating their own specially curated playlists on Spotify that'll have you feeling good in more ways than one!

Pick your favourite one and make sure you stream it non-stop

The playlist with the most followers and likes by 6th Jan 2020 will receive a donation to the artist's selected charity courtesy of U Mobile. You'll be able to give back to the community just by partying along to some awesome tunes!Here are the charities you could be helping:NYK - Malaysian Dogs Deserve BetterLost Spaces - Ideas Autism CentreSofia Fredskild - Malaysian Nature SocietyYou can find the playlists via the unique Spotify codes featured on U Mobile's Instagram page as well as on the window decals at U Mobile's flagship store (G Floor, Berjaya Times Square). Or you can just scan them from the images below:

Image via U Mobile

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So what are you waiting for? Take part in the #HolidayGrooves campaign by streaming your favourite playlist today!

Click here for more information.


16 Things Malaysians Miss About Food Back Home When They Travel Overseas

Sure, trying out new dishes when you travel is always a fun part of your itinerary. But there's only so much  cheeseburger and avocado toast you can take before the rice and sambal withdrawal symptoms start kicking in...

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Because let's face it - nothing beats our food back home! Which is why we can't help but miss these things when we travel:

1. Having rice all day err day!

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Because rice is life!

2. Being able to eat not just white rice but EVERY KIND OF RICE IMAGINABLE

Nak makan nasi apa ek? pic.twitter.com/OnmV7bEsUZ— Andy Levine (@ANDYSAHLAM) October 7, 2014

3. Having unlimited choices of lauk to go with your rice

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4. Starting the day with some authentic nasi lemak tepi jalan

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And not the kind you eat with chopsticks......

5. Having spicy food that's actually pedas

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6. How you can always get that specific kind of sambal to go with your dish

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7. Always having chili sauce available to cicah your food in

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8. Having too many kuih options at the pasar malam to choose from

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9. How there's just SO MUCH FLAVOUR in everything!

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We don't need "hints" of this and "subtle notes" of that. We need in-your-face flavours!

10. All the heavenly scents

Image via Lim Yaohui (edited)

Give us all the durian, petai, and belacan!

11. Being able to customise every single thing about your order

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12. Not having to pay for extra sauce

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13. Not having to pay so much for just a burger

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And they even deliver to you and everything!

14. Basically, not having to pay so much for food in general

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And they sometimes come with free selfies too!

15. You don't have to figure out tipping

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16. And the best part: Having all your favourite foods available at all hours of the day!

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What else do you miss about the food back home when you're travelling? Let us know in the comments below!


American Guesses The Malaysian Flag As Micronesia & Locals Are Roasting Him Till Days End

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Brady Kelly has been at the frontlines of creating educational content for audiences with the help of social media platforms, primarily TikTok and Instagram

Garnering massive attention online, Kelly has been able to accumulate over two million followers on TikTok and over 360,000 on Instagram. Some of his most entertaining pieces include videos where he tests members of the public on matters surrounding general knowledge and fun facts.However, a recent TikTok created by Kelly has been going viral after he asked two strangers to guess the name of a country based on their flags. While the duo are able to guess the majority of the countries thrown their way, including Brazil, Norway, Mexico, India, and Canada, they are momentarily stumped when the Jalur Gemilang comes up. After giving it a split-second thought, one of the men guess Micronesia incorrectly. Shortly after, the man beside him then guesses Malaysia, and gets a point for his answer.

Screen grab from the TikTok.
Image via @bradyyourtutor (TikTok)

The clip has since garnered over nine million views and 500,000 likes in just two weeks — with many Malaysians discovering it over time

A plethora of Malaysians roasted the man who accidentally mistook the Jalur Gemilang as the national flag for Micronesia, mostly trolling the comments with funny remarks, saying they were from Micronesia."Hello, I'm from Melaka, Micronesia," wrote one person, while others wrote similar sentiments for Pahang, Terengganu, Selangor, and more.

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Completely unaware of the country, others just stated how they didn't know Micronesia existed until the man guessed it in the TikTok.

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Nevertheless, others found the humour in the guess, as it was all in the fun of guessing the countries for each flag anyways — including a few who were from Micronesia themselves."As a Micronesian, I laughed my ass off when he said that," said one user.

Image via TikTok

Image via TikTok

For those who don't know, Micronesia is a country spread across the western Pacific Ocean, comprising of more than 600 islands.
As of 2021, the population makes up approximately 113,000 people.

And for the guy who guessed incorrectly, here's what the flag of Micronesia looks like:

Image via Encyclopedia Britannica

Watch the full TikTok below:

  @bradyyourtutor Follow to get smarter  #flags  original sound - BradyYourTutor

Here's some history behind the man who created the Jalur Gemilang:

                Meet The Malaysian Architect Who Designed Our Beloved Jalur Gemilang

In spirit of the upcoming Hari Kebangsaan!

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This isn't the first time people got places in Malaysia mixed up with other countries:

                US Guy Calls Marina Bay Sands 'Tennessee' And The Internet's Response Is Epic

Lol.

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                Redditors Are Roasting This Travel Influencer For Saying Singapore Is A Malaysian City

"China: Taiwan belongs to us! Malaysia: we can do that??"

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                Mariah Carey's Photo With The Twin Towers Seemed Normal Until Netizens Said It's Indonesia

Following a viral hashtag #doneclaim, netizens have joked about certain things originating from Indonesia.

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Bila Keluar ‘ERROR’ Pada Cubaan Pertama, Elakkan Guna Lagi Kad Debit Untuk Transaksi Sama

Pernah tak anda mendapat transaction status: ERROR berkali-kali sewaktu membuat pembayaran dengan menggunakan kad debit?
Dan setelah membuat pemeriksaan di akaun bank, anda dapati duit anda telah hilang walaupun tiada transaksi yang berlaku.

Itulah yang terjadi kepada sepasang suami isteri yang kehilangan lebih RM900 setelah berkali-kali menerima transaction status: ERROR sewaktu membuat pembayaran di sebuah farmasi. Kisah itu telah diceritakan oleh pegguna Facebook, Izzat Mustaffa dua hari lalu.

Image via Izzat Mustaffa/Facebook

Bagaimana ia boleh terjadi? Baca sini:

Malam tadi ada customer buat pembelian di farmasi menggunakan Debit kad.Cubaan pertama, ERRORCubaan kedua, ERRORLalu staff beritahu, tak boleh buat transaksi.Customer cakap, cuba try lagi. Sebab dia baru guna di ECONSAVE, boleh guna.Staff pun cuba lagi. Tetap ERROR. Customer minta try lagi sehingga 5 kali. Kali ke enam, staff menolak untuk cuba dengan kad yang sama. Customer check akaun cimb beliau. Dilihatnya, duit dari akaun beliau telah ditolak sebanyak rm900++.Maka, customer meminta supaya staff kami memulangkan semula duit beliau. Staff mengambil langkah bijak untuk bertanya kepada boss dulu.Bila buat settlement pada terminal, tiada rekod untuk transaksi tadi. Maka mengamuklah customer tersebut suami isteri. Bertegas agar kami memulangkan semula duit mereka.Keadaan agak tegang. Dah lah, ramai pula customer waktu itu. Kami minta customer tersebut duduk untuk settlekan masalah ini.

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Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Setelah membuat panggilan ke pihak bank, pihak bank memberitahu duit tersebut memang telah keluar dari akaun beliau, tapi tidak masuk ke akaun pihak farmasi. Duit tersebut dikatakan terapung atau float.

Cut story short, lepas panggilan dibuat ke pihak bank dan pihak terminal mesin kad, akhirnya customer akur. Duit tersebut memang telah keluar dari akaun beliau, tapi tidak masuk ke akaun kami. Duit tersebut terapung/float. Pihak bank kata akan refund semula dalam masa 15 hari.Kesian customer tersebut, duit tu nak.pakai untuk anak2 masuk sekolah katanya. Kami pun xdapat nak buat apa2. Transaksi sebelum ni dengan customer lain, tiada masalah pun. Tapi kami berikan janji kami, jika duit tersebut masuk ke akaun kami, kami akan refund kepada beliau secepat mungkin. Moral of the story, jika anda menggunakan kad debit dimana2 dan transaksi error, sila check baki akaun anda. Jika ada penolakan, jangan try lagi. ERROR x bermaksud transaksi tersebut berjaya tau.

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Heineken To Launch Sneakers With Actual Beer In Them And It's A Sight To Beer-Hold

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Heineken Silver has collaborated with The Shoe Surgeon to come out with sneakers that contain actual Heineken beer in them

Wittily called the Heinekicks, Heineken Silver has teamed up with The Shoe Surgeon's chief executive officer, Dominic Ciambrone, to create these beer-y cool sneakers. According to FAB News, these limited-edition sneakers feature what is described as a sleek green lenticular upper with silver and red accents. Better yet, the tongue of the shoe has a built-in bottle cap opener. So rest assured, you will always have a bottle opener at the ready when you need to crack open a cold one.But the most iconic part about these sneakers is the golden Heineken beer, sloshing around in the elevated soles of the shoe. Yes, it is actual Heineken beer inside the soles. The beer is reported to have been injected into the soles using a specialised surgical needle.

Image via Adweek

The unusual sneakers represent and symbolises a smooth and unique sensation when walking, which is parallel to the smooth taste of Heineken Silver beer

Ciambrone mentioned that it was a fun challenge to design the Heinekicks with the Heineken Silver team. "We both share a passion for innovation and pushing boundaries, and created a design to reflect that. The shoe not only embodies the energy of Heineken Silver, but literally carries it. I can't say I've ever designed a sneaker that contains actual beer before," says Ciambrone.

Dominic Ciambrone posing with the Heinekicks.
Image via Sneaker Freaker

The Heinekicks are limited-edition and only 32 pairs will be available to the public

According to Mothership, if you are interested in getting a first look at the sneakers, head over to Singapore for the first viewing at the Limited Edition Vault, located at [email protected] from 11 August to 24 August. So book your dates sneakerheads!Take note that there will only be 32 pairs of Heinekicks available for sale worldwide. So, if you want to get your hands on a pair of boozy kicks, keep your eyes peeled for any announcements on where the shoes will be sold exactly.

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You Can Now Have Bubble Tea Steamboat At This New Café In Penang

Love bubble tea and steamboat? Get your tummy ready, coz you can now indulge in both your favourite things in one go at this bubble tea bar in Penang.

Image via Galaxy Tea Bar Facebook

Served in a traditional steamboat pot, Galaxy Tea Bar recently introduced their version of the bubble tea hot pot which became popular in Canada earlier this year

Image via Galaxy Tea Bar Facebook

Although Singapore's Spice World Hot Pot is probably the first to serve "sweet" bubble tea hot pot (alongside its usual mala hot pot, no less!), Galaxy Tea Bar's version is modelled after the one served in Avery, a restaurant in Richmond, Vancouver.

In addition to chewy tapioca pearls, the pot is also lined with taro balls, chunks of mango, grass jelly, sago pearls, and red beans

Image via Instagram @carrie8388

Before digging in, you will first have to pour the "soup" base - either milk tea or fresh milk - into the pot

Image via Galaxy Tea Bar Facebook

A flame is lit to keep the dessert dish warm. Mix all the ingredients together, then you can dish it out in separate bowls for the rest of your bubble tea gang.

Image via Galaxy Tea Bar Facebook

Or you could just stick a straw in the pot and drink it like bubble tea. :p

If you're not too keen on having warm bubble tea, you can go for the icy option, which is served with dry ice for an extra "winter is coming" effect

Image via Galaxy Tea Bar Facebook

Check out what happens the moment it arrives at the table:

        View this post on Instagram             A post shared by  Kim Hern Ng (@kim.hern) on Apr 3, 2019 at 7:14am PDT

The bubble tea hot pot is priced at RM29.90 and can feed about two to three people (or more, let's be honest)

Image via Galaxy Tea Bar Facebook

Aside from the bubble tea hot pot, the café has gained quite a following despite having just opened in December last year. Must-try drinks include the Brown Sugar Pearl Milk with Cream Mousse, Sweet Potatoes with Taro Milk, and sparkling fruit teas.

Brown Sugar Pearl Milk (left) and Sweet Potatoes with Taro Milk (right).
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Brown Sugar Pearl Milk with Cream Mousse
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Rose Lycée Sparkling Water
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The café's decor is also a feast for the eyes, with walls lined with neon lights and vintage posters. The ceiling, a Milky Way Galaxy installation with actual shooting stars, is a perfect backdrop for the 'Gram!

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Galaxy Tea Bar is located at Nagore Square, Penang. The shop does not have a signboard, so keep an eye out for this storefront:

Image via Instagram @maroz_marquis70

Address: No. 22, Jalan Nagor, 10050 Georgetown, Penang. Opening Hours:Monday to Thursday 12pm-12amFriday to Sunday 12pm-1amFacebook | Instagram

Can't get enough of bubble tea? Here's a checklist of places for you to try out:

                13 Unique Bubble Milk Teas You Need To Try To Complete Your Boba Life

We're spilling the (milk) tea.

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                Tiger Sugar Is Finally In Malaysia! Here Are 3 Must-Try Drinks If You're A First-Timer

The famous Taiwanese bubble tea brand has become a cult favourite since it was launched in November 2017.

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                [PHOTOS] This Bubble Tea Shop In SS15 Serves A Cute Edible Bunny On Top Of Your Drink

It's almost too adorable to eat.

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Tudung Kalis Air Pertama Di Dunia Ini Mungkin Bakal Popular Di Malaysia

Jika kamu seorang pemakai tudung, pasti kamu sudah biasa bila diajukan soalan "Tak panas ke?"

Secara logiknya, jika cuaca panas memang kamu akan rasa panas dan berpeluh-peluh. Kalau hujan pula, datang pula masalah tudung basah kuyup. Bagaimana pula dengan masalah bau kurang menyenangkan akibat peluh di sebalik tudung?

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Masalah panas ini mungkin dapat diatasi oleh seorang usahawan berusia 22 tahun, Ahmad Ghanem yang mencipta Veil, hijab mesra cuaca yang pertama di dunia

Inilah jejaka yang mencipta reka hijab kalis air Veil, Ahmad Ghanem.
Image via Linkedin Ahmad Ghanem

Diinspirasikan dari pakaian sukan seperti Nike, Veil Cool Dry diperbuat daripada fabrik istimewa yang kalis air. Ia bukan saja tak akan basah, malah ia juga tidak menyerap peluh.

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Masalah hujan atau bau kurang menyenangkan pada tudung akibat peluh? Settle!

Veil juga akan membuatkan si pemakai merasa sangat selesa kerana ia mempunyai teknologi yang membuatkan hijab yang dipakai kekal sejuk

Ia juga boleh dijadikan skaf hiasan leher.
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Veil akan mengekalkan suhu hijabnya pada 7 hingga 10 darjah lebih rendah daripada hijab biasa. Jadi tiadalah masalah peluh menitik lagi.

Menurut Ahmad Ghanem, Veil dicipta sebagai penghargaan kepada para pemakai hijab yang tetap bangga bertudung, tak kira hujan atau panas

Image via Tumblr Veil

Inovasi beliau ini sangat menarik sehingga portal online fesyen terkemuka refinery29.com, laman Buzzfeed dan Mashable turut menulis tentang hijab Veil ini

Image via SAYS.com

Setakat ini, projek Veil telah menerima tajaan sebanyak USD 32,370 (RM120,811) di laman kickstarter.com berbanding sasaran asal Ghanem iaitu USD 5,000 (RM18,661) sahaja

Kalau macam ni, tudung pasti tak akan basah.
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Siapa tahu, dalam masa terdekat ini kamu berpeluang untuk bergaya di hari raya Aidilfitri dengan tudung Veil?

Bayangkan pakai tudung Neelofa, tapi tak lekang dek hujan. Cool kot?
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Berikut adalah video dari Veil Garment berkenaan hijab Veil ini. Kami yakin anda pasti berasa sangat teruja selepas menontonnya. VIDEO PENUH:

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Can't Open That Stuck Jar Lid? This Hack Might Help

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Got a stubborn jar lid you can't seem unscrew? No matter how hard you try, it just won't budge.
Well, this hack could help.

Image via @hannanimakhtar (TikTok)

In a recent TikTok by @hannanimakhtar, which has been played over 94,000 times, she shows an easy method to open a jar if the lid is stuck.Hannani wrote that she learnt the hack from a student who works at a pizza parlour.

Using the back of a knife or butter knife (to be safer), she gently taps the side of the lid a couple of times around the edge so that it leaves a slight dent

Image via @hannanimakhtar (TikTok)

If you're worried about the knife slipping out of your hands, other videos online explain that using the back of a butter knife works as well. Of course, be extra careful when you're doing this as you don't want the knife to slip out of your hands or end up knocking the jar too hard until it breaks.

After you've made the dents, it should make the jar lid easier to open!

Image via @hannanimakhtar (TikTok)

Depending on the type of jar, one person commented that sometimes even one small dent is good enough.

Image via TikTok

Of course, there are other ways to open a stubborn jar lid. Some suggested to just run it under hot water instead.

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Watch our team use a similar knife hack to open coconuts:

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Study Reveals Long-Term Use Of Paracetamol During Pregnancy Linked To ADHD In Children

A recent study has suggested that prolonged usage of acetaminophen during pregnancy has links to ADHD in children

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Image via Reuters/Regis Duvignau

Published in the latest issue of the journal Pediatrics, the Norwegian research investigates the maternal use of acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol, during pregnancy and of paternal use before pregnancy with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.The paper titled, 'Prenatal Exposure to Acetaminophen and Risk of ADHD' concluded that short-term usage of acetaminophen during pregnancy was negatively associated with ADHD in children. However, the same cannot be said for long-term usage."Long-term maternal use of acetaminophen during pregnancy was substantially associated with ADHD even after adjusting for indications of use, familial risk of ADHD, and other potential confounders," the paper's abstract states.

Findings from the research suggest that kids were twice as likely to be diagnosed with ADHD if their mothers used acetaminophen for 29 days or more during the term of their pregnancy

Here are some of the key findings from the research, based on the data compiled by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health:• Women who used the drug during just one trimester was associated with 7% increased risk of having a child with ADHD;• 22% increased risk for women who used acetaminophen in two trimesters; • 27% increased risk for women who used acetaminophen in all three trimesters.• Pregnant women who used acetaminophen for less than seven days were associated with a decreased risk (10% less likely) of ADHD in offspring.• Women who used acetaminophen for fever and infections for 22 to 28 days, were more than six times more likely to have kids with ADHD than mothers who avoided the drug during pregnancy.

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"Surprisingly, adjusting for all the medical conditions related to acetaminophen use during pregnancy (e.g., infections and pain) and familial genetic risk for ADHD, children exposed to long-term use of acetaminophen use during pregnancy were more than two times more likely to have ADHD diagnosed by a specialist in a clinic," said lead study author Eivind Ystrom of the Norwegian Institute of Public Health and the University of Oslo, as reported by Reuters.Ystrom told CNN that the risk of an ADHD diagnosis in a child was 220% higher, which is more than twice the expected risk, for pregnant women who used acetaminophen for 29 days or more.The researcher also suggested that about 4% of the 114 744 children in the study would have an ADHD diagnosis by age 13.

The researchers have outlined three possible explanations on why long-term use of the drug during pregnancy has links to ADHD in chidren

First, neonatal exposure to acetaminophen changes the levels of brain-derived neurotropic factor in mice and results in altered behaviour, lowered fear responses, and reduced learning abilities in adulthood.Second, acetaminophen could interfere with maternal hormones (such as thyroid hormones and sex hormones) that are related to fetal brain development.Third, acetaminophen could interrupt brain development by induction of oxidative stress, leading to neuronal death.Note: The information above was obtained from the published study.

Experts have opined that findings from the research cannot be used to prove that there is a definite connection between prenatal acetaminophen and ADHD

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A report by CNN cited experts who questioned the way in which a diagnosis of ADHD is assessed in the study. Dr. Max Wiznitzer, co-chairman of the professional advisory board for the nonprofit Children and Adults with ADHD stressed that acetaminophen serves a practical purpose in pregnancy. He speculated that the group of mothers who takes pain medicine regularly may have some underlying condition - which may be associated with ADHD in the children, rather than the use of acetaminophen."Women should not be afraid of using acetaminophen, especially if it's their doctor's recommendation. The data here is not strong enough to support the conclusion," Wiznitzer concluded.Others in the medical community have also pointed out that the study relied on a survey in which mothers self-reported the number of days they believed they had taken acetaminophen-containing products. It was also said that researchers failed to take into account the total dosage or the amount of acetaminophen taken by pregnant mothers in a single day.

It has been noted that the researchers have never claimed that there is a cause-effect relationship between acetaminophen and ADHD in children

"We do not provide definitive evidence for or against a causal relation between maternal use of acetaminophen and ADHD," the researchers concluded in the study, adding that longer term and more extensive studies are necessary to prove there is the association between the two. Dr. Mark Wolraich, professor of pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, who wrote an accompanying editorial, said that the study identifies a possible association and not necessarily infer a causal relation."The authors are careful to point out that their results from a relational study cannot establish a causal relationship between prenatal acetaminophen exposures and ADHD in the offspring, but they do suggest the possibility and raise the need for further study and more cautious consideration of acetaminophen use during pregnancy," Wolraich said in the editorial.

Meanwhile, it was speculated that Po Chai pills could lead to cancer but the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) of Singapore has cleared a few things up:

                Are Po Chai Pills Dangerous? Singapore's Health Authority Has Officially Cleared The Air

Some quick facts that will save you from all the panic.

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Was It Really A Robot That Killed A Man Last Week... Or Human Error?

"Robot kills worker at Volkswagen plant in Germany" so read The Guardian's headline, stating how a contractor at one of Volkswagen's production plants in Germany was killed by a robot

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According to Chris Bryant, the FT's Frankfurt correspondent, the victim, a 21-year-old external contractor, was installing the robot together with a colleague when he was struck in the chest by the robot and pressed against a metal plate. He later died of his injuries.

Heiko Hillwig, a Volkswagen spokesman, while speaking to the Associated Press, told that the "initial conclusions indicate that human error was to blame, rather than a problem with the robot, which can be programmed to perform various tasks in the assembly process".He said the industrial robot normally operates within a confined area at the plant, grabbing auto parts and manipulating them. Another contractor was present when the incident occurred, but was not harmed, Hillwig said. He, however, declined to give any more details about the case, citing an ongoing investigation.

The news went viral on social media after a Financial Times employment correspondent named Sarah O'Connor shared the story on her Twitter. It immediately grabbed the attentions of the robopocalypse themed movie, Terminator devotees, and she was bombarded with tweets referencing the Terminator franchise.

A robot has killed a worker in a VW plant in Germany http://t.co/RRdCnNmbsj— Sarah O'Connor (@sarahoconnor_) July 1, 2015

@sarahoconnor_ You are our only hope now. Resistance fully supports you as our leader.— FakeJourno (@FakeJourno) July 1, 2015

Now, let's get some facts straight:

1. This is basically just like any other industrial accident.2. It was an industrial robot; a non-humanoid-looking, and non self-aware machine.3. It's just like any other piece of equipment that executes a stored program.4. In the excitement / paranoia, what everyone seems to ignore here is that while the robot reacted to its environment, it did in very specific and scripted ways as it was designed to grab and manipulate auto parts.5. More so, it had NO idea it was grabbing a human being (and not another machine) when it killed the worker.6. Basically, a non self-aware piece of machinery accidentally ends up harming a human life while doing something it was programmed to do by humans and NOT because it made a choice to do so own its on!

So, technically speaking, it wasn't actually the robot that killed the worker. It did what it did because of what it was programmed to do.

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The robot in question here simply performed the said action (grab and manipulate) its human-handlers had installed it with. Now, if a machine acts in certain manner (as its designed to) and ends up hurting a human (because it cannot differentiate between a human and a piece of machine), is it really the machine's fault? Of course, not!So, to say that robot killed a man, when, according to the preliminary assessment, the worker was at fault, is simply a poor and highly questionable attempt by media houses at fear-mongering among the general public.

It's like there's a deliberate attempt at making people want to believe in some sort of robopocalypse when there's absolutely none. And, this fear-filled approach isn't limited to industrial robots.

Witness the scare headlines that greeted news, back in May, that Google's fleet of 48 self-driving cars have been involved in 11 accidents during 6 years and 1.7 million miles of road-testing.None of these accidents resulted in anything more serious than a bended fender. And crucially, none of them were found to be the fault of the self-driving vehicle. It was human drivers doing the side-swiping and rear-ending. A few of the accidents were the fault of the driver that's required to be behind the wheel of the autonomous vehicle.

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How Nasty Are Malaysian Lock-Ups? Namewee Tells It All In His New Song

What is like to be in a lock-up in Malaysia? Controversial Malaysian rapper Namewee has released a new song and music video to share his own experience.

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Namewee, whose real name is Wee Meng Chee, was arrested and remanded in August over his music video entitled 'Oh My God' that allegedly insulted Islam because it features Penang's floating mosque in Tanjung Bungah as a backdrop, among others. On Saturday, 26 November, he released a five-minute video for his song 'Lokap' on YouTube, describing his experience of being locked up for five nights in a jail.  He had written the song while he was in jail.

Rapping in both Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin, Namewee recounted his experience inside the lock-up which is said to be "crowded" and filled with "stench which cannot be eliminated"

"Cold floor and iron pillars, I can't move at all."The 33-year-old rapped about how the prison was occupied by drug addicts, thieves and gangsters. He said that there were also illegal workers due to unscrupulous employers."Some were lifeless. Some were staring at the wall. Some were humming and yearning for freedom."

The Johor-born described in vivid details what he went through as a detainee at the Bayan Baru Police Station Centralised Lockup in Penang

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He spent those few days without any clue on what's going on outside his cell. "Sunlight from the window is used to guess time. Azan chanting from the next door meant (that) it’s nearly daylight." He also related his experience when he was "forced to be naked and asked to squat".  "Like a dog, there is no dignity here, right here time became longer (sic), it is impossible to sleep well.""This is the terrible condition I went through like a nightmare in all five nights."

"Masuk lokap, kena tangkap, bukanlah salah tapi salah faham." (Got jailed, I was caught, not wrong but just a misunderstanding.)

Namewee was arrested the moment he arrived at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on 21 August and was brought to Penang.
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For the chorus of the song, Namewee sang about how he was remanded just because of a "misunderstanding".  “I masuk lokap, kena tahan, I kena reman sampai lima malam, masuk lokap, kena tangkap, bukanlah salah tapi salah faham, I masuk lokap, hubungan hilang, tolonglah tuhan." (“I got into prison, I was arrested, I was remanded for five nights, got jailed, I was caught, not wrong just a misunderstanding, I was detained, lost contact, help me, God."

Previously, before he released the song and video, Namewee had made claims about the deplorable jail conditions

Shortly after his release from jail, he wrote on social media about how he was shocked to find out that the lock-up was so small and kept in poor condition. He also alleged that foreign detainees were in poor health. However, the postings which were made on 27 August were removed. Responding to Namewee's allegations, Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) chairman Yaacob Md Sam conducted a surprise check-up and found the prison cells to be in good and clean condition, thus rebutting Namewee's claims. "(CCTV footage) found that the foreign detainees were normal and there was nothing unusual going on," Yaacob was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today.  It was also reported that the police have also rubbished Namewee's other allegations.

Watch the full video of 'Lokap' here:


McDonald's Kini Hidang Foldover Ikan, Pai Pisang Dan Banyak Lagi Menu Baru Yang 'Best'

Sempena Ramadan ini, McDonald's Malaysia akan mengeluarkan beberapa menu baharu!

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Menu yang anda nanti-nantikan..... Ayam goreng dengan sos cili manis McD!

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Ayam goreng McDonald's memang tiada tandingan. Setiap versi ayam goreng yang mereka keluarkan pasti menjadi kegemaran ramai.Dan kali ini, McDonald's mengeluarkan ayam goreng baharu bersama sos cili manis yang mempunyai kick dan sedap hingga menjilat jari!Ayam goreng ini boleh didapati mulai hari Jumaat, 24 April bersempena dengan promosi 'Indahnya Ramadan' McDonald's.

McDonald's juga telah mengeluarkan Crispy Fish Foldover sebagai variasi Grilled Chicken Foldover kegemaran ramai!

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Siapa tidak mengenali Grilled Chicken Foldover McDonald's? Malah, ramai yang nanti-nantikan menu ini setiap Ramadan. Sekarang, anda boleh nikmati Crispy Fish Foldover baharu dan juga Grilled Chicken Foldover dari McD dengan hanya RM14.14.

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Jangan dilupakan juga Nasi Lemak McD bersama dua ketul ayam goreng rangup dan telur goreng untuk Ramadan ini. Menu ini amat sesuai untuk dijadikan sahur dan juga juadah berbuka puasa!

Nikmati juga aiskrim dan pie perisa pisang yang baharu di McDonald's!

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Menu aiskrim McDonald's memang tidak pernah mengecewakan! Kali ini, McDonald's telah mengeluarkan beberapa menu dessert baharu berperisa pisang! Antara menu-menu nya adalah Banana Sundae, Chocolate Banana McFlurry dan  Chocolate Banana Pie!Nikmati aiskrim bersama sos pisang manis ini apabila anda memesan Banana Sundae ataupun Chocolate Banana Mcflurry dari McDonald's berdekatan anda. Selain itu, jangan lupa untuk cuba Chocolate Banana Pie mereka yang mengandungi pisang dan juga coklat di dalamnya!

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Selain dari menu diatas, McD juga telah mengeluarkan air berperisa kurma yang boleh didapatkan di McCafe

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Apa lagi yang dapat melengkapi menu ramadan ini kalau bukan air kurma?McDonald's telah mengeluarkan air Iced Kurma Latte, Iced Kurma Milk dan juga Iced Kurma sempena ramadan ini. Minuman kurma ini diperbuat menggunakan ekstrak kurma asli dan memberikan kemanisan semulajadi kepada minuman.Jadi apa anda tunggu lagi? Dapatkan minuman kurma ini di pandu lalu McDonald's ataupun takeaway!

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[QUIZ] How Much Pedas Can You Tahan? Jom, Take This Quiz To Find Out

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Spicy food is the bomb. Literally.

For some, it's a gastronomical experience, while for others, it may even be cause for pain, whew! Regardless, there's no denying that spice can add so much flavour to your food that some people are obsessed with all things pedas!And since different people have different levels of spicy tolerance, we've come up with a quiz where you can gauge how much of a kaki pedas you are. :p

Come, take this fun quiz and see how much of a spicehead you are. ;)

Quiz not loading? Just hit 'Refresh' and try again!Note: This quiz is for entertainment purposes only. Dun so serious, okay? :)

Calling all kaki pedas, we've got some awesome news for you! A&W is rolling out their all-new, limited edition RedHot Burger that'll satiate your need for spice.

Just look at the Red Lava Sauce oozing out of the burger.
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This all-new addition to the menu is guaranteed to whet your appetite, especially if you're on the hunt for something that’ll tingle your taste buds and turn up the heat. First of all, A&W's RedHot burger comes with the tangy and spicy Red Lava Sauce that pairs so well with their burger, it'll leave you craving for more.

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What's cool is that this burger also comes with a big, round tortilla chip, so you get to enjoy extra texture with every bite. Mmmmmm.

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You can grab the burger with crispy fried chicken or a juicy beef patty, whichever tickles your fancy. However, this new flavour is only available while stocks last, so hurry over to your nearest A&W to grab a bite! Get it in a combo with fries, rootbeer, and fried chicken for a satisfying meal. :9

Eh, that's not all A&W is offering. Need something to eat between bites of the fiery burger? A&W also has two new sides that y'all HAVE to try.

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Introducing the Cheesy O'Chips, which consists of freshly fried tortilla chips coated with the perfect amount of cheese sauce, mmmm. And, if you love A&W's iconic Coney's, you should definitely check out the Cheesy Coney O'Chips. It's the same as the Cheesy O'Chips, with a generous serving of the Coney sauce. Yums. It's a delightful snack that you can have at any time of day. :D

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Ready to try the limited edition RedHot Burger and Cheesy O'Chips?
Don't walk, but run to your nearest A&W outlet before they habis, bestie! :p

Remember to follow A&W on their Facebook and Instagram pages to stay updated!


Malaysians Say Najib Is "In Denial" After He Made A Comment About Bersih 5

Malaysians have become fed up with Bersih, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak said

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Following the Bersih 5 rally on 19 November, Najib said that the rakyat has become sick of the electoral reform group or feel that its rallies do not bring any benefit to the country.According to media reports, Najib said this when he was asked to comment on the rally. The premier added that it was constitutionally and legally wrong to attempt to topple the government through rallies. "We Malaysians must uphold the principle of the rule of law, otherwise there will be chaos in the country and the people will suffer," Najib, who is away in Lima, Peru for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Leaders' Meeting 2016 was quoted as saying.

However, many netizens begged to differ from his opinion

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They claimed that the PM is being ignorant and in denial

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The fifth instalment of the Bersih 5 rally was organised as a response to the scandals related to 1MDB, a fund that Najib set up in 2009. However, the rally saw a lower turnout compared to the previous year.

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The turnout for Bersih 5 was between 15,000 and 40,000 according to estimates by the police and news portal Malaysiakini respectively. This has fallen short of the organisers' reputation and expectation to mobilise a large crowd between 200,000 and 300,000 people to attend the rally.

Several Barisan Nasional (BN) politicians have come up with their own conclusions following the poorer turnout during the Bersih 5 rally

According to Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Seri Dr Salleh Said Keruak, the lukewarm response from Malaysians was because voters are more interested to see plans and policies and how their future can be guaranteed and improved rather than participate in rallies. It was also reported that Salleh had attributed the reduced turnout as a sign that Malaysians have rejected Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (PPBM).PPBM chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and party advisor Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad both attended the Bersih 5 rally on Saturday and took turns to address the crowd.

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On the other hand, Deputy Home Minister Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed echoed Salleh, saying that "people nowadays do not want to listen to Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's call".Meanwhile, State Barisan Nasional Backbenchers Club (BNBC) chairman Abdullah Saidol has claimed that people are losing trust in the objective of the rally."Initially, many believe the Bersih movement was impartial or politically non-partisan – genuinely fighting for social justice and equitability. However, the presence of prominent opposition leaders in the rally indicates undisputable evidence that this rally is politically motivated," he was quoted as saying by Borneo Post.

Do you think Malaysians are no longer interested in political rallies? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.


Hundreds Of Fish Are 'Walking' On Land In Selangor. Here Are Possible Reasons Why

A video of hundreds of fish jumping from inside a drain and onto land in Tanjong Karang recently went viral

According to Sinar Harian, the incident took place near Surau Haji Sulaiman at Sawah Sempadan on Wednesday, 18 August.In the clip that has been making its rounds on social media, hundreds of ikan puyu (perch fish) can be seen jumping out of the water onto land and then squirming around in mud.Behind the camera, a man can be heard calling the event "miraculous".

Members of the surau said that the event went on until night time and they managed to collect up to 30kg of fish

The surau's imam, Sapar Rezam Sapri, told Harian Metro, "I heard a member of the surau scream before rushing outside to see what happened and was shocked to find hundreds of perch fish on land."Meanwhile, a resident named Kamarul Arifin Ahmad said that road users had to stop their vehicles to make way for fish that were crossing the road between two drains.

Netizens responded to the video by speculating on the reason behind the fish's peculiar behaviour

One person commented, "Perch fish have this ability. At home, my mother keeps perch fish as pets and if we forget to close the aquarium at night after feeding, by tomorrow morning, there must be one or two fish that have jumped out. Old people say that toyol play with them, but perch fish are just aggressive and jump really high."

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Another person noted, "This is not a phenomenon. The pond there is dry, so the fish went on land to find a place with water. It normally happens."

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"Perch fish will go on land and move when it's raining or after rain where water levels rise. Perch fish like places with calm water," commented another user.

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Meanwhile, there are several scientific reasons as to why the creature might jump out of water

According to ABC News, the common reason why some species of fish leap out of water is that they use it as a means of escaping from predators.Besides that, fish also jump out of water to chase food, look for mates, or escape toxic, smelly living conditions.Meanwhile, Men's Journal noted that the climbing perch, native to Southeast Asia, is an invasive freshwater fish that can crawl on land by its gills and live out of water for up to six days. They can grow up to 9.8" and breathe on land through lungs that are next to their gills. The perch is also known to hibernate in the mud of dried-up creek beds for up to six months.This theory is backed up by the Selangor Fisheries Department director Abdul Rahman Abdul Wahab who told Harian Metro, "The occurrence of ikan puyu or climbing perch migration during the rainy season or certain times is common for this 'air breather' fish species."He then explained that 'air breathers' are a certain type of fish, like the perch, that can survive using oxygen available in the air through labyrinthine organs. "The perch fish walks on land by moving its relatively flat lower body and pectoral fins," he added.

Malaysia is also home to the empurau fish which has a price tag of up to RM600 per kg:

                This Local Freshwater Fish Is Being Sold For RM5,700 And I Can Only Afford It In My Dreams

"It's the price of an iPhone 12!"

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10 Online Games You Can Play With Your Friends That Are Completely Free

The lockdown caused by COVID-19 has forced us to get creative when it comes to hanging out with friends

Since we can't leave the house, it seems that the best way to spend time with friends now is to host a virtual game night!

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Here are some of the best games to play with your friends from afar:

1. Skribbl.io

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Take turns drawing while the rest of you guess what your friend's terrible artwork is about in the side chat.As a browser game, you don't have to close your video call and it's also fast to prepare - just create a private room and send the invite link over to your friends.A private room can take up to 12 players.

2. Playingcards.io

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Play any card game with your friends on this virtual table top, just send them the invite link!You can either start your own game or pick from their favourites, which include Go Fish, Match Up, Crazy Eights, and Remote Insensitivity.Each private room can take up to six players.

3. Cards Against Humanity

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Create a private room, send all your friends the secret passcode, and begin the competition to see who has the talent to sound the most ridiculous!Each room can take up to 10 players, and you need a minimum of three people to play.

4. Krunker.io

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As a browser game, this is the simplest version of a first-person shooter - it is so easy to access and start a private match!Create a custom game and call up to 10 friends to play.

5. Secret Hitler

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This game is like playing Mafia, but more complex and requires a lot more deception. Not forgetting, one of you sneakily gets to be Hitler!Each private game can take five to 10 players who will be divided into two teams - the Liberals versus the Fascists.

6. Psych!

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Ask your friends to grab their phones and download this app to start bluffing each other! You have to come up with ridiculous answers to real facts to 'psych' someone.There doesn't seem to be a limit to the number of players each game can hold, so, the more the merrier.Get it on the App Store or Google Play.

7. Spyfall

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Here is another game of deception - every player, except one who will be the spy, is given a location. Players will then have to take turns asking each other vague questions to determine who are actually in on the secret, before the spy figures it out!Get it on the App Store or Google Play.

8. Plato

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This app is a library of classic multiplayer games. Invite your friends and play similar versions of games such as Werewolf, Draw Together, UNO, Scrabble, Battleship, Poker, and even Pool!Get it on the App Store or Google Play.

9. Houseparty

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Houseparty is a group chat platform of its own, where you won't even need to leave the app to play games.Choose the ever-popular Heads Up!, or other games such as Trivia, Chips and Guac, and Quick Draw.The app can hold group chats of up to eight people.Get it on the App Store or Google Play.

10. Bunch

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Here is another group chat platform, where you can play Flappy Bird, Mars Dash, and Charades together with your friends.A group chat can hold up to eight people.Get it on the App Store or Google Play.


Trend 'Bachelorette' Lucah Kini Makin Popular. Apa Respon Yang Orang Kita Patut Buat?

Kalau anda perasan, sekarang ini makin ramai para gadis di Malaysia yang terlibat dengan acara 'bachelorette party' bagi meraikan rakan yang bakal berkahwin

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Acara 'bachelorette party' bertujuan bagi meraikan rakan yang bakal berkahwin dengan mengadakan makan malam, parti, sleep over, dan macam-macam lagi. Biasanya, tetamu yang hadir hanya terdiri daripada rakan karib atau teman rapat kepada bakal pengantin tersebut.Ia juga diadakan sebagai tanda ucap selamat sebelum rakan itu meninggalkan kehidupan bujang buat selama-lamanya. Maklumlah, selepas berumah tangga nanti, pasti agak sukar untuk mereka semua bertemu atas dasar komitmen keluarga. Jadi, inilah masa terakhir untuk bakal pengantin berseronok dengan rakan-rakan karibnya sebelum bergelar isteri.

Namun lama-kelamaan, tema yang dipilih untuk acara 'bachelorette' ini dilihat semakin tersimpang jauh, malah semakin ramai juga yang terjebak

Yang paling popular dan trendy masa kini semestinya tema berunsur lucah.Tema ini selalunya didatangkan dengan "pakej" bentuk kemaluan, tidak kiralah sama ada kemaluan lelaki atau wanita untuk diletakkan sebagai dekorasi dinding, dijadikan sebagai hiasan kek, mainan, belon, dan banyak lagi.Contohnya seperti di bawah:

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Baru-baru ini, seorang selebriti berprofil tinggi turut menarik perhatian orang ramai apabila 'bachelorette party'-nya mempunyai hiasan kemaluan pada cupcakes

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'Bachelorette Party' selebriti itu telah diadakan secara tertutup dan dihadiri rakan rapatnya sahaja. Rakan-rakan yang hadir memeriahkan majlis itu telah datang dengan mengenakan baju tidur mengikut tema.Apa yang menarik perhatian adalah hiasan cupcakes berbentuk kemaluan lelaki dan payudara wanita yang dihidangkan.

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Ramai menganggap budaya barat yang semakin menular di kalangan wanita Malaysia ini sememangnya amat memalukan. Rata-rata netizen mengutuk tindakan berkenaan.

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Persoalannya, adakah sambutan sebegini dibenarkan syarak?

Mufti Wilayah Persekutuan, Dato' Seri Dr. Haji Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri pernah menghuraikan tentang perkara ini dalam satu posting bertarikh 21 November 2018 yang lalu.Menurut tulisannya, bridal shower atau bachelorette party ini bukanlah suatu syiar mana-mana agama, ia hanyalah amalan yang dilakukan oleh kumpulan tertentu yang telah menjadi trend sejak sekian lama.

Mufti Wilayah Persekutuan, Dato' Seri Dr. Haji Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri
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"Oleh itu, sebagai hamba-Nya yang taat, kita perlu berhati-hati dalam memastikan identiti Islam sentiasa terpelihara daripada penyerupaan dengan agama lain."Lantaran itu, kita dilarang oleh Rasulullah SAW menyerupai golongan kafir dalam hal yang merupakan identiti atau lambang atau syiar agama mereka," katanya.

Setelah diteliti secara mendalam, Dr. Zulkifli berpendapat bahawa acara ini masih BOLEH diadakan.
Namun, umat Islam WAJIB mengikuti beberapa garis panduan seperti berikut:

Menjauhi segala larangan dan perkara yang diharamkan syarakMemastikan tiada hidangan arak atau minuman yang memabukkan ketika acara ini berlangsungMenjaga batasan pergaulan di antara lelaki dan perempuan ketika majlis ini berlangsungAcara hanya bertujuan untuk mengeratkan silaturahim di antara pengantin dan sahabat-sahabatnya, dan bukan bertujuan untuk mengikuti budaya baraMenukar nama acara ini, kepada malam silaturahim, atau nama yang dirasakan bersesuaian agar dapat keluar daripada fitnahMengelakkan sebarang pembaziran ketika berlangsung acara ini dan mengelakkan daripada bermegah-megah

Semoga kita sentiasa diberi hidayah dan petunjuk untuk mengamalkan syariat Islam. Amin.

Apa-apa pun, yang mana buruk tu kita jadikanlah sempadan, dan yang baik kita jadikan tauladan ya.

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Government To Finally Refurbish 6 Rural Schools In Sarawak With Cost-Effective IBS System

The terrible, crumbling state of rural schools in Sarawak has been abuzz in the news of late, with many reporting on how these dangerous schools are still running, just for the sake of the hopeful students

SK Long Sukang in Lawas, Sarawak
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Despite many years of election promises to improve the state of these public schools, much has not been done to make significant improvements that will actually change the sad state of the schools in rural parts of Sarawak.

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Sarawak, despite being one of the biggest contributors to the Malaysian economy, has been left with schools that are truly in shambles.
To put things in perspective, imagine schools with unfinished renovation projects and rickety roofs that come crashing down, summing up a dangerous studying environment.

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SK Lepong Gaat, Kapit, Sarawak
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To address this worrying problem, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, yesterday, 6 January, announced that the government will be taking on a special project to refurbish six schools in Sarawak with the Industrialised Building System (IBS)

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The six schools are SK Pulau Seduku, SMK Sebuyau, SK Nanga Pua in Selangau; SK Kampung Tanam, SK Kalok Pusa in Betong and SK Abang Man Simunjan, at a cost of about RM2 million for each school.Najib, who is also finance minister, said the pioneer project using IBS technology to restore Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil (SJKT) Dengkil proved it saved time and the pricing was more competitive compared to conventional methods."With the success of SJKT Dengkil project, we will extend (restoration of schools) to other places. Following that, six schools in Sarawak have been identified to be restored using the IBS method."I hope the success would be seen as the sincerity of the government to improve the country's education infrastructure towards a higher level of achievements in our education system," he told a media conference after observing the results of the restored SJKT Dengkil, in Dengkil today.

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Industrialised Building System was introduced in Malaysia to increase cost and time efficiency in the local construction industry

This cost-effective and labour saving method basically works by using prefabricated materials during construction works. The contractors only need to order and purchase the needed items, all pre-made off the site to be assembled during the construction process.

This initiation for renovation came after Najib's sudden visit to SMK Dengkil that was lacking in facilities, with leaky roofs and buildings that were in great need for repairs

On Oct 29, Najib conducted a surprise visit to SJKT Dengkil which has 280 pupils and 24 teachers, to look into the condition of the school and the welfare of pupils and urged the parties concerned to immediately restore the dilapidated school.After the visit, he directed renovations to be carried out at SJKT Dengkil immediately, including the open drain, wiring system, science laboratory, canteen and resource centre, leaking roof and school parameter fencing.Today, Najib who was happy and satisfied with the pilot project to upgrade SJKT Dengkil, said it was a special project as the success brought about transformation in such a short period of time."In only 40 days, the school has a complete makeover. Now it has a two-storey block while facilities like science laboratory, library, staff room were upgraded and the open drains were closed permanently," he said.

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Meanwhile, Education Minister Mahdzir Khalid informed that the refurbishment of the schools will kick off as soon as the contractors are hired

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He said the Education Ministry’s officers would be going to the ground to meet and discuss with the headmasters and principals this week.“There are about 7,000 schools in the country. The cost of repairing old and critically poor condition schools is very high.“So IBS technology is one of the alternatives to restore schools and it also depends on the location of the schools. Apart from that, IBS is also certified by the Works Department as it assures the safety of students,” he said and added that it also saved cost.In giving an example, Mahdzir said SJKT Dengkil was repaired using IBS at a cost of RM1.6 million compared to conventional methods that would cost between RM4-5 million.

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Here's A Step-By-Step Guide To Getting Married In Malaysia If You're A Non-Muslim

Planning to get married soon? YAYYY, congratulations!! :D

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While tying the knot is one of the happiest and most exciting moments in your life, the process of getting there can sometimes be a little stressful.To help you out, we've come up with a simple step-by-step guide on how to get married in Malaysia, so you can have a hassle-free experience! :)

First of all, to legally get married in Malaysia, you'll have to complete the registration of marriage (ROM)

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For non-Muslims, there are a few ways to do this:1. National Registration Department (JPN)2. At a church, temple, or association by Assistant Registrar of Marriages3. At your own venue with the help of a JPN officer

However, due to the recent implementation of the Movement Control Order (MCO), couples planning to get married may face delays

During the MCO, couples are only allowed to register their marriage at JPN offices.According to The Wedding Notebook, certain National Registration Department (JPN) branch offices are closed. That's why couples are encouraged to check with JPN regarding which offices are open, or make an appointment ahead of time on the MyJanjiTemu site.

Here's a step-by-step guide on having your ROM in a JPN office:

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STEP 1:Go to your nearest JPN branch with your partner about a month before your proposed ROM date.*If you and your partner are from different states, you'll have to register in your own states or in Putrajaya. Otherwise, you'll need to change the address on your IC to proceed to register in the same state.STEP 2:- Fill out the application form (JPN.KC02)- Bring your original MyKad and photocopies of it- Bring one colour passport-sized photo for each applicantSTEP 3:Choose your preferred ROM date, at least 21+1 days after your application date, but not later than six months after that. A notice of marriage will be on display at the JPN branch for 21 days.STEP 4:Pay a total of RM30 for the whole process.- RM30 for Marriage Certificate and certificationSTEP 5 - Day of ROM:- Be early and dress up appropriately (T-shirts, jeans, slippers, and shorts are not allowed)- Invite two friends or family members aged 21 and above to be your witnesses- Make sure EVERYONE brings along their original MyKad, if not you won't get married. :'(

Here's a step-by-step guide on having your ROM at a church, temple, or association by Assistant Registrar of Marriages:

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STEP 1:First of all, make sure you contact the church, temple, or association beforehand to see if they are willing to help you conduct your ROM. Certain churches, temples, or associations are Assistant Registrar of Marriages, which means they can solemnise your marriage in place of a JPN officer.STEP 2:Once they agree, you can arrange to fill out the application form and pass them the necessary documents. You need to appear before a Commissions of Oath to make a declaration in Part D2 of the form.- Fill out the application form (JPN.KC02)- Bring your original MyKad and photocopies of it- Bring one colour passport-sized photo for each applicantSTEP 3:Choose your preferred ROM date, and set it with the church, temple, or association. Remember to also ask about the fees involved and if there are charges for using the venue.STEP 4:Pay a total of RM520 for the whole process.- RM20 for Marriage Certificate- RM500 for license fees to solemnise marriageSTEP 5 - Day of ROM:Dress up and invite your friends and family members to witness the ceremony.

What if I want to have my ROM at my own venue?

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Maybe you're thinking of having that dream glass house wedding. Or, perhaps you want to have your ROM at your local church or temple, but it's not an Assistant Registrar of Marriages.Don't worry, you can still get a JPN officer to come to your venue to conduct your ROM. This service costs RM500 in total.To do so, just go through the same steps as applying to have your ROM in a JPN office. During your application, mention to them that you would like to have a JPN officer attend and conduct your ROM.Here are the additional steps involved:- Submit a form (JPN.KC01E), with Commissioner of Oaths declaration- Submit photocopied MyKad of your two witnesses- Pay a total of RM520 (RM500 license fees and RM20 for Marriage Certificate)- Get the contact of the JPN officer that will solemnise your marriage

And there you go, once you've signed your ROM, you are officially and legally married as a couple in Malaysia. WOOHOO!! :)

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While it may seem like a big chunk of information and a whole lot to do, hopefully this guide has helped give you a step-by-step overview!If you're still unsure of the process, the best way is to ask a married couple you know about their experience. They'll be more than likely to help you navigate the whole process of getting married.

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