International Spotlight On 1MDB: What Are Global Leaders And Foreign Press Saying?

It all began when renowned US daily Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published an exclusive report claiming that up to US$700 million (RM2.6 billion) from the controversial 1MDB was transferred into PM Najib Razak's personal accounts in AmBank

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A separate report from London-based whistleblower site Sarawak Report (SR) also alleged the same thing. Citing documents from the ongoing 1MDB investigation, WSJ and SR alleges that billions of ringgit was moved among government gencies, banks, and companies linked to 1MDB before ending up in Najib's personal accounts.

Najib has denied taking any money for personal gain and said the corruption allegations are part of a malicious campaign to force him out of office. He has also expressed his intent to sue WSJ for defamation.

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More than a week after the exposé was published, Singapore was unexpectedly drawn into the 1MDB saga when the Singapore Police Force (SPF) issued orders to freeze 2 local accounts linked to 1MDB for alleged money laundering offences on 15 July

“On 15 July 2015, we issued orders under the Criminal Procedure Code to prohibit any dealings in respect of money in two bank accounts that are relevant to the investigation,’’ the police said.The SPF didn’t give details of the bank accounts it froze, saying it would be inappropriate as investigations continue.

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It was the first time accounts outside Malaysia had been frozen in connection with an investigation into alleged financial mismanagement and graft at Malaysia's troubled state fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB).

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The Singapore branch of the Swiss Falcon Private Bank, who has been implicated in the transfer of 1MDB funds in Najib's accounts, said it is co-operating with inquiries.
Meanwhile, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), the country's central bank, said that it is in contact with financial institutions related to the 1MDB investigation.

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On Tuesday, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said it was looking into whether banks followed rules on properly identifying customers and their sources of funds and on reporting suspicious transactions."We're actually looking back to see if they have done all these things," MAS managing director Ravi Menon told a news conference.

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Global investment banking firm Goldman Sachs is said to have had a hard time winning over new clients in Malaysia due to its close relationship with 1MDB, according to a report the Asian Financial Review (AFR)

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One rival banker told AFR the shunning of the investment bank was unofficial, but added: "if you're a Malaysian corporate, you're not going to use Goldman because you don't want this association."

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Goldman played multiple roles for 1MDB, a report from Bloomberg claims, including acting as advisers in the purchases of energy assets Tanjong Energy, Genting Sanyen Power and Jimah Energy Ventures.Between 2012 and 2013, Goldman arranged three bond sales for 1MDB, totalling US$6.5 billion. Fees, commissions, and expenses paid to Goldman totalled a whopping US$593 million, or 9.1% of the money raised. Goldman was also said to have earned US$283 million for arranging 1MDB’s US$3 billion bond sale in 2013, representing 9.4% of the amount raised.

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The scandal has not only rattled investors, it has also brought the ringgit to its knees as the worst-performing Asian currency this year, having fallen to RM3.828 against the US dollar - a 16-year low - on 30 July

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Malaysia’s ringgit dropped for a third month and reached a 16-year low as a political scandal linked to a state investment company weighed on investor sentiment already flagging from a slump in oil.A multiple probe into the finances of debt-ridden 1Malaysia Development Bhd. spurred demand for the relative safety of government bonds, with a Bloomberg index of local securities rising for a seventh month. The ringgit is Asia’s worst-performing currency this year and foreign-exchange reserves have declined to the lowest level since 2009 on suspected central bank intervention to stem the losses.

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On the political front, American news magazine TIME highlighted 5 reasons why US President Barack Obama should disassociate himself from Najib after the cabinet reshuffle on 28 July, with the 1MDB scandal at the top of the list

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The other four reasons listed are the imprisonment of opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the push-and-pull of hudud implementation, Najib's purported link to Altantuyaa, and the replacement of the Internal Security Act (ISA) with the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). Read the entire article here.

In his recent visit to Malaysia, British prime minister David Cameron became the first international leader to chastise Najib over allegations of corruption which could threaten to topple the government, and also challenged him over the treatment of Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in prison

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During a long, one-to-one meeting, Mr Cameron on Thursday urged Mr Najib to clean up his government.After the one-to-one meeting, Mr Cameron is understood to have repeated the message to a wider gathering of Malaysian government figures in front of Mr Najib.

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In a meeting at Najib’s residence, Cameron also urged his Malaysian counterpart to accept the importance of a free press, the need for ethics in business, and the fight against corruption. He stressed the importance of an open economy and open society.

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With the fight against corruption being the key theme of his four-day visit in Southeast Asia, Cameron had delivered an address denouncing corruption as the "enemy of progress" that held back growth and fuelled al-Qaeda and migration in Singapore on Tuesday

“We have a strong relationship and that enables us to talk difficult issues. I want to raise some of the issues I raised in my speech earlier in the week, such as ethics in business and fighting corruption,” he is understood to have said.“We should be working together for an open society and open economy.”

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Investigations into 1MDB, which has been embroiled in controversy for months, have been put on hold indefinitely after members of the PAC were promoted to the cabinet:

                Rebranded committee will take over the role of Special Task Force, but it will not probe 1MDB

PM Najib's move dealt a massive blow to both the investigations into 1MDB by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and ...

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Which Joker Did This To An AIA Billboard?

Once in a while, we would have a good laugh when we stumble upon billboard advertisements that are funny or brilliant.
Just like this one:

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Netizens were tickled when they saw the image above which has been circulating on the Internet, as the advertising billboard by insurance company AIA had apparently included the word 'ganja' (marijuana) in it. The billboard in the image above reads, "Pilih Sihat. Dapatkan Ganja", which means "Choose to be healthy. Get marijuana".

While many had a good laugh, it has been revealed that the billboard was digitally-altered

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It appears that someone thought that it would be funny to apply some Photoshop magic to edit the image, changing the text "Pilih Sihat. Dapatkan Ganjaran" (Choose to be healthy. Get rewarded) to "Pilih Sihat. Dapatkan Ganja".

Unfortunately, the pranksters involved may be in trouble

The Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) has condemned the act of those who are responsible for editing the image, thus causing misunderstanding among the public and damaging MBPJ's reputation.Speaking to Malay daily Harian Metro, MBPJ corporate communications director Haniza Abd Hamid hoped that the public would not be easily duped and spread the image under the assumption that it was real and that the billboard had been approved by MBPJ. She also reportedly said that the stunt appeared to be geared towards smearing MBPJ’s reputation.

Some have called for these pranksters to be charged to teach them a lesson.
So, if you thought it's funny to alter the images, don't do it guys! :l

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Malaysians were amused when they spotted this 'ISIS Malaysia' signage in KL:

                Wait, Why Is There An ‘ISIS Malaysia’ In KL?!

Don't panic yet.

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Remember When We Used To Break These School Rules?

For the girls, long and colorful nails are prohibited, and multiple ear piercings too are not allowed

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No dating!!! So..

We did it secretly
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Girls were only allowed 4 hairstyles. No hair can ever touch your face, or face the scissors.

Girls were only allowed 4 hairstyles, and no hair can touch your face, ever, or face the scissors

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No long sideburns for the guys

Male hairstyle
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We never wanted to change out of our 'baju Pendidikan Jasmani'

Baju pendidikan jasmani
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'Guru disiplin' hates this, but we love it

CD
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Metal ruler
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Hair gel
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The girls' pinafores have to be below the knees

Girl's skirts have to be longer than the knees, bad news for girls with growth spurts!

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"Cikgu, it's because I need to call my mom to pick me up after class"

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Sometimes we did this..

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And often, this

Probably the best place and time to sleep
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The school t-shirt is just easier to wear without tucking it in

School shirt is just easier to wear without tucking it in.

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And, lastly, those dreadful long socks...

Long socks
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15 Restaurants In Damansara Heights For Friend Meetups, Date Nights, Or Just To Feel Fancy

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1. Zum Stammtisch German Restaurant & Bar

For a relaxing atmosphere, check out Zum Stammtisch, a German restaurant serving everything from pork knuckle and sausages, to mussels, pork ribs, and other German dishes. If you have no idea what to order, the restaurant's manager is extremely friendly and helpful with recommendations! There are also tables outdoors in front of the restaurant, which are just as cosy as inside.

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Address:18-G, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:12pm – 12am (Daily)

2. Aliyaa

Walking by Aliyaa, it's hard to resist the urge to grab a seat and order straight away. The smells are enough to make your mouth water. The restaurant specialises in Sri Lankan cuisine with customer faves, such as lamb varuval, appam, mutton bone peratal, and crab curry. It can get pretty packed, even on weekdays, so it's best to reserve a table to avoid disappointment.

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Address:48 G&M, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm (Daily)

3. Yakiniku Great

Founded in Utsunomiya, Japan, Yakiniku Great opened the first of its franchise in Malaysia back in April and has already received rave reviews on its food. It specialises in rare Japanese wagyu beef cuts that some say melt in your mouth and is worth it, especially for a special occasion.They have omakase sets that offer around five to seven different wagyu beef cuts, so you can try a variety at one go. There are also special sauces created by their in-house chefs that you probably won't find anywhere else.

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Address:G-02-01, Republik, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490, KLOpening hours:6pm – 11pm (Daily)Closed on Mondays.

4. Chateau Dionne KL

Planning a proposal or a fancy girls' night out? This French fine dining restaurant, which opened last year, sets the perfect mood for a special occasion. You can order course meals or individual main courses, including wagyu beef cheek bourguignon, duck breast mille feuille with foie gras, and more, along with desserts. They're also open for lunch on weekdays if you prefer an afternoon date!

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Address:4G, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm (Daily)

5. KINME Sashimi & Grill Bar

Reviews say that KINME Sashimi & Grill Bar offers fresh, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth quality of sashimi. They also do lunch sets. Ambience wise, it's said to be a pretty simple, quiet setting, perfect for a catch-up with a friend over some good Japanese food.

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Address:26, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 9.30pm

6. Umameat

Umameat is a halal-certified steakhouse with several outlets, one of it in Damansara Heights. They're known for offering quality wagyu steaks, beef wraps, and beef brisket. If you're craving for a good hunk of meat, check them out.

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Address:22-G, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:12pm – 10pm (Daily)

7. Meat The Porkers

From the same owners behind Fierce Curry House and the famous siew yoke biryani, Meat The Porkers offers that and more. Some dishes we love are their tandoori pork ribs, spicy mutton with naan crisps, and butter chicken. They also have vegetarian options.If you're planning a reunion or birthday / anniversary celebration and want a little more privacy, there's an air-conditioned room you can book in advance.

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Address:9M, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:11.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 10.30pm (Daily)Closed on Tuesdays.

8. Aria

Aria offers Italian cuisine, with recommended dishes like prawn aglio olio, mushroom risotto, and lamb shank, among others. The lunch sets are also said to be pretty reasonable, you can order an appetiser, pasta / pizza, and a drink for just RM20.

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Address:44, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:11am – 10pm (Daily)Closed on Mondays.

9. Sushi Kazu

Sushi Kazu is an omakase fine dining Japanese restaurant tucked away in Plaza Batai. There are seats by the counters where you can watch as each dish is specially prepared by their Japanese chefs. A relaxing experience as a treat for the parents, a date, or a chill birthday celebration.

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Address:Lot 8-A, Plaza Batai, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:11am – 3pm, 7pm – 10pm (Daily)Closed on Mondays and every first Tuesday of the month.

10. Frangipaani

Located at The Republik, Frangipaani is a classy restaurant offering exquisite Indian food since 2019. The space is designed to give a stylish British colonial mansion feel with a grand piano sitting in the centre of the restaurant and live music on weekends. There's also an open-air patio where you can dine at while sipping on cocktails.Some recommended dishes are their mango fish curry, panipuri, and deep fried prawns.

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Address:The Republik, Lot No.M.03, Mezzanine Floor, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:11.30am – 3pm, 6.30pm –10pm (Daily)

11. Gin Rik Sha

Situated at Plaza Damansara, Gin Rik Sha has been around for quite some time offering a variety of tasty Indian dishes with a modern twist. Some must-tries are the Kerala prawns, panipuri, cranberry cream cheese bites, and lamb ribs. They also have happy hours, known as 'Gin O'Clock', when you can order a G&T for around RM12, along with other drinks like wine, beer, tequila, and whiskey.

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Address:37, Ground Floor, Plaza Damansara, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:10am – 10pm (Daily)

12. Cotta

Date nights or catch-ups don't necessarily need to take place at night. Cotta is a hidden gem in Damansara Heights tucked within a mini mart — kinda like a speakeasy-style cafe. They're known for their delicious brunches and freshly made ricotta cheese. A warm and inviting space with good food... need I say more?

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Address:49M, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:9am – 4pm (Daily)

13. Cata

Cata brings Meditarranean flavours to KL with their Spanish, French, and Italian cuisines. This charming European-style restaurant serves hot and cold tapas, wood-fired pizzas, gnocchi, and cheese platter, among other yummies. They also have a good selection of wine and cocktails.

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Address:Plaza Damansara, 50-G, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:11.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 11pm (Tuesdays to Thursdays)11.30am – 11pm (Fridays – Sundays)

14. Jhann

Jhann is an elegant North Indian restaurant that's great for a birthday celebration or any other special occasion. Some of the items on their menu include lamb and seafood dishes, as well as unique cocktails. They also have some vegetarian options like roasted aubergine steak.

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Address:6, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:12pm – 12am (Daily)

15. Blonde

Especially popular when it first opened, Blonde is a chic-looking restaurant in The Republik that saw long queues of eager customers just weeks into their opening. As part of the Serai Group, they offer Western and Asian fusion, along with their signature deconstructed pavlova.

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Address:G.03A, Republik, Jalan Medan Setia, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala LumpurOpening hours:10.30am – 10pm (Mondays to Fridays)9.30am – 10pm (Saturdays and Sundays)

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Lighting. Is. Everything.

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Heaven!

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A whole new world.

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Take me to Japan pls.

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A happy space is one with happy plants.

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Model Defends Actions Against Cabin Crew Who Refused To Let Her Use Toilet Before Landing

A Malaysian model has gone viral for insisting on wanting to use the toilet as the plane was about to land

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In a viral Facebook post, Miss Malaysia International 2017 runner-up Sabee Chin related how she met with an air stewardess when she wanted to use the toilet as the aeroplane was about to land.Chin described the AirAsia staff as 'gangster' and claimed that they had treated her violently during her ordeal of wanting to relieve herself.

The incident began when she woke up from a nap and found that the plane was about to land

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Chin said she walked to the front of the plane and saw another passenger was waiting in front of the toilet.After waiting for a while, she asked an air stewardess about the toilet - and it was then she claimed that the air stewardess gave her attitude.The air stewardess allegedly told her that the toilet was closed and that she had to go back to her seat.When she pleaded that she had to use the toilet due to an emergency, she said the air stewardess deliberately ignored her.The third time Chin asked the air stewardess about it, she was allegedly chastised by the former."Go back to your seat. You can't use the toilet. Do you hear me?" the air stewardess allegedly scolded her and another passenger who was also waiting there.

Unhappy with the treatment, Chin took her phone to film the air stewardess' attitude

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Chin was seen shoving her phone up into the air stewardess' face in the videos, causing the latter to push her phone away.Her post quickly went viral and sparked many memes. She has since deleted the post.

Chin received heavy backlash for posting the video and many netizens began calling her 'Miss Toilet' as a direct mockery of her pageant title

"It is so laughable. It is a known fact that when the plane is landing, no one is allowed to use the toilet. (Chin) is saying as if she did nothing wrong," a netizen said.

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Others made fun of her name, saying that her name 'Sabee' sounds like 'foolish' in Mandarin."Is your Instagram handle named after your characteristic? 'Sabee' = 'foolish'," another netizen mocked.

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Following the backlash, Chin released another video defending her actions

Chin explained the incident in a 26-minute apology video posted on Wednesday, 23 October.
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In an apology video posted on Wednesday, 23 October, Chin said she will apologise for the things she did wrong, but not to the staff who were rude to her.Chin admitted that she was at fault for wanting to use the toilet when the seatbelt light was on, but she claimed that she really had to relieve herself.She apologised for her behaviour and for posting the videos, and reiterated that she had no intention to make the issue viral.

She said that she was forced to post the videos because the AirAsia staff was threatening her to delete the videos

After failing to convince the air stewardess to allow her to use the toilet, Chin said she walked back to her seat.However, as she was walking, Chin claimed that the air stewardess blocked her path and demanded her to delete the video.Chin refused to delete the video as she wanted to use it as proof to file a complaint against the air stewardess."Since (the air stewardess) told me to get back to my seat, and I had decided not to use the toilet, I lightly pushed the air stewardess aside so that I could walk past her and get back to my seat," Chin said."It was then the air stewardess screamed aloud that I attacked her."

When the plane landed, Chin said she was held back by the staff and a security guard threatened to use a taser on her if she refused to comply

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"When I was on the plane, I wasn't allowed to use the toilet. After the plane landed, I wasn't allowed to go to the toilet again," Chin said.Chin lamented that all she wanted was to relieve herself.

Chin hoped that by telling the full story, she can clear the air about the incident

Chin said the incident had shown her the ugly side of the Internet, whereby netizens would use hurtful words to criticise her even when they do not know her personally."For the things I have done wrong, I apologise. Let the rest be handled by AirAsia. And hope that God will give me the justice I deserve," wrote in the caption of her apology video.

You can watch Chin's apology video below:

AirAsia

  Posted by SaBee Chin on Wednesday, October 23, 2019


Video Shows Deputy Works Minister Falling Asleep At School Graduation Ceremony In Seremban

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On Saturday, 10 April, Deputy Minister of Works Datuk Eddin Syazlee Shith was attending a Khatam and Huffaz graduation ceremony for students of Sekolah Menengah Agama Sains Kuala Pilah at Palm Mall

During the event in Seremban, the Deputy Works Minister fell asleep.Bernama reported that Eddin, who is the Kuala Pilah Member of Parliament (MP), was seen asleep in his chair and appeared unresponsive when he was called by the master of ceremony to officiate the event.The incident was caught by members at the event and later uploaded online.

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In the video, a couple of individuals are seen trying to unsuccessfully wake up the Deputy Minister before his bodyguard joined in to help

The video, which has been uploaded and shared by netizens, has since gone viral.

Kesian member terlena. Letih sangat gamaknya takpun kencing manis tinggi. pic.twitter.com/ciTNtL3ISp— MR  (@maliqueredzuan) April 10, 2021

Under one such upload, the official Twitter account of the Deputy Minister addressed the issue and apologised for nodding off

Dato Eddin kurang sihat namun bagi memenuhi undangan jemputan beliau gagahkan diri untuk hadir.Alhamdulilah pada majlis ini Dato’ telah meluluskan pemasangan penghawa dingin untuk Dewan Sekolah dan juga menyumbang sedikit dana untuk membantu pihak sekolah memperoleh bas— Eddin Syazlee (@eddin_syazlee) April 11, 2021

According to the Deputy Minister, he was not feeling well yesterday.He, however, insisted on turning up for the event and had taken medication before going there.


"Mommy, Mommy" - 3-Year-Old Cries Beside Her Mother Who Died In An Accident In Subang

A tragic accident has caused a little girl to lose her mother on Wednesday night, 30 October

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According to Sinar Harian, the accident, in which a car, two motorcycles, and a pedestrian were involved, happened at about 10.00pm on Persiaran Kewajipan, Subang Jaya in front of Da Men Mall USJ.In the accident, two motorcyclists were killed when the driver of the car tried to avoid a pedestrian who was crossing the road.

Selangor Traffic Enforcement and Investigations Department chief Azman Shariat revealed that the car was a Range Rover driven by a 20-year-old college student

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"Upon reaching the traffic light (near) Da Men Mall USJ, the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into two motorcyclists who stopped at the red traffic light on Persiaran Murn," Azman was quoted as saying by Sinar Harian."The driver also hit a pedestrian, identified as a 24-year-old man."

One of the motorcyclists killed on the spot is the mother to the three-year-old girl who was also injured in the accident

Azman said that the mother,  identified as a Myanmar national, was riding a Honda Wave 110.The girl's father, who was on the same motorcycle, also sustained injuries on his head and body.Another motorcyclist was pronounced dead while receiving treatment at a hospital, reported Sinar Harian.The case is currently investigated under Section 41 (1) Road Transport Act 1987.

Following the tragic accident, a social media post that claimed the girl was heard calling 'mommy mommy' beside the woman's body has gone viral

"Oh my God," lamented Shamsuddin Ismail, the Facebook user who wrote the post."What is the fate of this little girl... in the blink of an eye, she lost her beloved mother due to the negligence of others."My heart hurts to hear when the girl called out 'mommy mommy' as if she had yet to receive enough love from her beloved mother," Shamsuddin said.The post has since been shared over 1,800 times.

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Netizens took to the comment section to share their concern for the little girl

"Poor little child," a netizen sympathised."Oh my God, my heart aches when I hear a baby cry," another Facebook user wrote.

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"If he got away this time, may God avenge him. Whoever hit them, just imagine if this happened to your family," another netizen commented.

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Nurul Izzah Faces Backlash For Calling Mahathir A "Former Dictator"

Permatang Pauh Member of Parliament (MP) Nurul Izzah reportedly called Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad a "former dictator" in a recent interview

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During an interview with The Straits Times, Nurul revealed that her heart has been broken due to Mahathir's return to power. "It's been so turbulent and tumultuous... I think my heart's been broken as well," she told the Singapore daily. "Having to work with a former dictator who wreaked so much damage – not just on our lies, but the system... It was not easy," she added.

Following her interview, Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) adviser N. Surendran hit out at Nurul for her statement

While Nurul's name was not mentioned, Surendran questioned if her comments during the interview were acceptable through a tweet yesterday, 24 March. "The timing, platform, and manner is all wrong," Surendran wrote.

Is this acceptable? In d middle of d escalating water agreement dispute & a serious ongoing territorial conflict, a prominent PH MP calls d PM a 'former dictator who wreaked so much damage' in an interview to a leading S'pore daily. The timing, platform & manner is all wrong. https://t.co/TUr8SzinI7— N.Surendran (@nsurendrann) March 24, 2019

The prominent lawyer was referring to the current water agreement and maritime territorial disputes between Malaysia and Singapore.Surendran questioned if it was acceptable for Nurul, a leading government MP, to call the Prime Minister a "former dictator" in an exclusive interview with the Singapore daily.

Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) deputy president Datuk Seri Azmin Ali also chipped in on Nurul's statement

In a tweet last night, Azmin apparently took aim at the Permatang Pauh MP following her interview and decision to quit the Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC).According to Malaysiakini, the Economic Affairs Minister was criticising those who whined in his tweet – an indirect reference to Nurul.

This country needs doers who are prepared to tough it out all the way, not cry babies. Whatever it takes, we must make it work. If you can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen.— Mohamed Azmin Ali (@AzminAli) March 24, 2019

Free Malaysia Today reported that Nurul had resigned as a PAC member last week after opposition MP Ronald Kiandee, chairman of the committee, quit Barisan Nasional and joined Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (PPBM). The Permatang Pauh MP also revealed that she is serving her final term as an MP.

In addition, Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman came to Mahathir's defence following Nurul's interview

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According to Free Malaysia Today, Syed Saddiq said that many reforms have taken place since Mahathir's return to power. "We have enabled media freedom, freed up the Election Commission, separated the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission from the Prime Minister's Office and come up with a structural plan to combat corruption," the Muar MP told Free Malaysia Today. Syed Saddiq added that it was Mahathir who asked for a limit on the Prime Minister's tenure through a constitutional amendment.

You can watch Nurul's full interview with The Straits Times here:

In December 2018, Nurul resigned from her position as PKR vice-president:

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“Kalah Perempuan” - Pemuda Undang Tawa First Time Masuk Universiti, Penuh Baju Satu Beg

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Kebiasaannya, pelajar perempuan akan lebih beria mengemas beg apabila ingin masuk ke asrama

Berbanding pelajar lelaki yang hanya membawa apa ada saja asalkan cukup pakaian harian.Namun, berbeza pula dengan seorang pemuda ini apabila rakamannya mengemas beg untuk masuk ke asrama buat pertama kali telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

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Angkut beg sekampung macam nak lari rumah

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @m.hasebi, kelihatan dia sedang mengemas baju-bajunya untuk dibawa ke hostel.Apa yang menghiburkan adalah dia dilihat seolah-olah ingin membawa kesemua pakaiannya kerana bingung akan kuantiti yang sepatutnya dibawa.Rupa-rupanya, itu merupakan kali pertama pemuda tersebut masuk ke hostel untuk melanjutkan pelajaran ke universiti. Malah, dia juga dilihat mengeluarkan kembali beberapa helai bajunya untuk memilih semula mana yang patut diletakkan ke dalam bagasi.

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”Jarang ye lelaki bawa banyak haha tapi betul lah penuh tu sebab mak-mak kita yang suruh bawak banyak” - Warganet

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan yang kini telah meraih 548.9K tontonan, 64.1K tanda suka serta 1.6K perkongsian di laman TikTok, rata-rata warganet turut terhibur melihat gelagat pemuda itu yang kelam-kabut mengemas beg asramanya.Malah, ramai yang berkata lama-kelamaan dia akan menyesal bawa banyak baju sebab akhirnya akan pakai baju yang sama saja berulang kali.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Here’s How Pakatan Harapan Scored In A Report Card Of Their First Year Of Power

Bersih 2.0 has released an "objective appraisal" on the first anniversary of the Pakatan Harapan (PH) government, giving it a passing grade of 36.4 per cent

In its analysis titled "First Year Report Card of Pakatan Harapan", the electoral watchdog's chairperson Thomas Fann says that while "considering that this is only the first year of a five-year term and that many of the reforms require legislative and constitutional amendments, the PH government has made commendable progress in reforming the institutions that guard our parliamentary democracy."According to the 28-page report, the scoring was based on six specific promises and 44 sub-promises which were related to institutional reforms.Of the 44 sub-promises, Bersih noted that six were fulfilled, another six were partially fulfilled, eight are still in progress and another eight were barely fulfilled, while 14 others were not fulfilled with two sub-promises were either broken or reversed.

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Bersih said that it is "satisfied with the progress" the Government has made in the area of electoral and parliamentary reforms

Bersih noted in its report that PH has done well in several areas, including a new and progressive Election Commission (EC), a reform-minded Dewan Rakyat speaker, and a fulfilled promise to shrink the size of the Prime Minister's Department."Bersih 2.0 is satisfied with the progress made in the area of electoral and parliamentary reform in the first year of PH, especially with the new leadership of the EC, which has started the process of cleaning up the electoral rolls, improving the conduct of elections, allowing election observers to observe the past eight by-elections in a transparent manner and overall better engagement with stakeholders like political parties and civil society."Parliament under the leadership of Speaker of Dewan Rakyat Mohamad Ariff is also undergoing important reforms like the setting up of the Parliamentary Select Committees and Caucus, and a more open institution where the public and civil society are engaged," the electoral watchdog said.The report card noted that the number of Ministers in the Prime Minister's Department (PMD) has been lowered to a maximum of three only, as promised.The promise to reduce the allocation to the PMD's from more than RM17 billion per annum to less than half, that is RM8 billion, has also been fulfilled.

However, Bersih is concerned with how several critical reforms in the area of electoral reform are yet to be codified in the law

The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections reminded that the PH Government should expedite these reforms that do not require constitutional amendments."For structural reforms that require amendments to the Federal Constitution, bi-partisan support should be sought as such reforms, like the institutionalizing of the independence of the EC, MACC, JAC and the strengthening of Parliament, would be in the interest of the opposition," Bersih noted in its report that was released today, 9 May.

Bersih also made several recommendations on electoral, parliamentary, and institutional reforms for the PH Government

Among electoral reforms, it made recommendations such as:1. A bill should be introduced in the Parliament to allow the EC to have operational independence with its own budget and the power to select its own staff. The independence of the EC from influence from the Executive and be made accountable to the Parliament. The bill should also empower the EC with some level of power to act against election offences.2. The EC should reach out to disenfranchised registered voters who are inconvenienced on polling days and are unable to cast their votes without incurring a great cost. The postal or absentee voting process should be improved to allow outstation voters, voters separated by the South China Sea, overseas voters (including those working in Singapore), and even military voters to be considered as postal or absentee voters.3. A new Parliamentary Select Committee on Electoral Reform should be formed to review current election laws and review the fraudulent delimitation exercise of 2016-2018 with the intention of proposing legislative amendments to prevent serious malapportionment and gerrymandering of electoral constituencies in future delimitation exercises.Among parliamentary reforms, Bersih's recommendations include:1. PH government should introduce the Parliamentary Services Act immediately with public consultation in order to make Parliament truly independent and serve as an effective check and balance institution in our democracy.2. The Standing Order of Parliament should be amended to make the law-making process more consultative and transparent. The public should have access to a bill in the Parliament’s website within half an hour after the bill has gone through the first reading in Parliament.3. The Dewan Negara should be empowered to serve as an effective check and balance to the Dewan Rakyat and comprises of elected members from the States in the Federation, Sabah, Sarawak and minority groups. Their composition should be such that it gives equal voice to the smaller states and to under-represented groups sitting.

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You can view the full report by Bersih here.


Anwar: No Salary For Me If I Am Elected The Next Prime Minister Of Malaysia

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Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim declared at a campaign event in Kalabakan, Sabah, that he will forgo his salary if he is chosen as the next prime minister of Malaysia

According to a report by The Vibes, the Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) president claimed that he would do so in solidarity with Malaysians who are struggling with the rising prices of goods.Adding to that, Anwar stated that people are sick of seeing prime ministers live lavish lifestyles while ordinary folk are grappling with their finances."I will be ashamed to take a prime minister's salary while the people suffer with rising prices of goods," he said to the crowd in Kalabakan, during his campaign talk on Saturday, 12 November.

Anwar at the campaign event in Kalabakan, Sabah.
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Anwar also vowed to change politics in the nation if PH is voted to form a government, saying that there will no longer be a 'bloated administration'

Referencing precious governments for having plenty of ministers and deputy ministers, Anwar noted, "There were 70 ministers under BN (Barisan Nasional). What have they done? The people are suffering with the rising of goods prices but 70 ministers cannot do anything to help the situation."

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Meanwhile, the former finance minister stated that the ability to develop Sabah has been hindered by corruption

"Why is it so hard? Malaysian has been independent for almost 60 years. [Some parts of Sabah] have terrible roads, no electricity and water supply, and hospitals are far. If no one steals money, the money [for development] is enough," he said during his speech.Anwar added that while there are people living in poverty in the peninsula, it cannot be denied that Sabah has been neglected, and that he will bring development to the state should he be appointed prime minister.

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At the present day, PH is fielding Noraini Abdul Ghapur, the eldest child of the former Kalabakan MP, Datuk Seri Abdul Ghapur Salleh, for the seat in Kalabakan.For the 15th general election (GE15), Noraini will see herself facing off with four other candidates for the seat — incumbent Ma'mun Sulaiman (Warisan), Andi Muhammad Suryady Bandy (UMNO), Nur Aini Abdul Rahman (Pejuang), and Muhammad Dhiauddi N Hassan (Independent).

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People Are Actually Changing Their Names To "iPhone 7". Seriously

Apple fanboys are known to be a bit extreme, but these guys from Ukraine totally jumped into the deep end by changing their names to... 'iPhone 7'

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This is what we call brand loyalty.

People promptly changed their names after an electronic store announced it will award the first five people who do so with free iPhone 7s

"Hi, my name is Sim... iPhone Sim."
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The first Apple enthusiast to claim a free phone was a 20-year-old man formerly known as Olexander Turin, who paid around USD2 (RM8) to legally change his name to iPhone Sim (‘sim’ means ‘seven’ in Ukrainian)The price of Apple's latest smartphone starts at USD850 (RM3,561) in Ukraine.

After receiving the coveted smartphone last Friday, 28 October, the 20-year-old said he said he might change it back to his original name when he has children

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Initially shocked at the idea, Sim's friends and family have started supporting him."It was difficult to accept that and hard to believe it's true. Each person in this world is looking for a way to express himself. Why not do that in this way?" her sister Tetyana Panina said as quoted by AP.

Sim wasn’t the only one to take advantage of the offer. An Ukrainian news outlet reported that at least two more individuals have legally changed their name to claim a free smartphone.

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Ukrainian law does not restrict the number of times you can legally change your name, which means the winners will get a chance to reclaim their real names, if desired.

Come to think of it, it's not such a bad idea after all. These fanboys only had to pay USD2 for the name change as compared to the hefty price tag of the iPhone 7.

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But imagine if Sim decided not to change his name, his children would be walking around with such an outdated last name. That would just be embarrassing.


A Free Trip To Japan And Up To RM3 Million In Cash Vouchers With Senheng

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Japan - the land of sushi, cherry blossoms, and Pokémon

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Whether you love Japan for its abundance of mouth-watering delicacies, beautiful nature, the fusion of historical and ultra-modern architecture, or just because it's the birthplace of Pokémon, it's a pretty awesome place to visit. Just imagine heading to the famed Pokémon Centre in Tokyo and reliving your childhood dreams! Admin wants an actual PokéBall to throw at people. ;D

Speaking of which, 'Pokémon: Detective Pikachu' will be hitting Malaysian cinemas on 9 May 2019, with Pikachu being a slick-talking super-sleuth detective

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The story follows 21-year-old Tim Goodman as he embarks on a journey to search for his missing father, with the help of his dad's former Pokémon - Detective Pikachu. Together they encounter various obstacles that threaten to stop them from finding out how Tim's father went missing.Of course, Tim and Pikachu share a very special connection, seeing that Tim is the only one that can understand what Pikachu is saying. With this newfound bond, the two partners set off on the adventure of a lifetime.Catch 'Pokémon: Detective Pikachu' in cinemas 9 May 2019!

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Gardenia Now Sells Instant Noodles In 3 Different Flavours For RM3.99 A Pack

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More than just bread, Gardenia now offers instant noodles under its brand called NuMee

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Having initially released yellow noodles under the brand back in 2019, NuMee Gardenia now sells three types of instant noodle flavours for RM3.99 a pack.The company announced it in a Facebook video posted on Monday, 5 September.

The three flavours are curry (Kari), chicken (Ayam), and fried instant noodles (Mi Goreng)

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According to NuMee Gardenia, the noodles can be found at 7-Eleven outlets, Tunas Manja Supermarkets, and other kedai runcits around Malaysia.

Each pack costs around RM4.80 to RM5.90 online.
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[FACT OR FAKE #81] Does Using The Laptop On A Man's Lap Make Him Infertile?

Infertility, defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected sex, has profound effects on individuals in developing countries, as the production of children, vital for social security and for family income generation, is often highly socially valued

Infertility in these societies often leads to social stigmatization and abandonment by spouses. There are many biological and other causes of infertility, including some that medical intervention can treat.Infertility rates have increased by 4% since the 1980s, mostly from problems with fecundity due to an increase in age. About 40% of the issues involved with infertility are due to the man, another 40% due to the woman, and 20% result from complications with both partners.

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On average, the typical man makes about 1,000 sperm every heartbeat! Yet heat generated from laptops can significantly elevate the temperature of the scrotum, and sabotage the sperm.

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So does placing a laptop on one's lap really affects the sperm and makes men infertile? How much of this is FACT or FAKE?

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Studies at Stony Brook University in New York have shown that sitting with a laptop on your legs can elevate temperatures in the scrotum as much as 5 degrees Fahrenheit in an hour

"An elevation in heat has been known for years to cause fertility problems...and the heat from laptops is very localized, with exposure repeated often, depending on work use," said Dr. Yefim Sheynkin, who led the research team behind the study.

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So it's true then? Using laptop on lap will make a man infertile?

NO. The study by State University of New York researchers says heat generated from laptops can significantly elevate the temperature of the scrotum, potentially putting sperm count at risk. It nowhere stated that the heat generated from laptop can actually make a man infertile.

FAKE: While any external heat source, whether it's hot tub, or even laptop, will cause sperm count to decrease, they return to baseline few months after decreased exposure to heat

There's a study showing the effect from hot tubs, which also contains some info about how long it takes sperm levels to recovery. This study addressed the relatively unsubstantiated issue of wet heat exposure as a factor in male infertility.It demonstrated that infertile men who are frequently exposed to wet heat in the form of hot tubs, Jacuzzis, or hot baths, may realise a marked increase in semen quality following cessation of exposure. The response persists for more than 3 months, and is driven mostly by the increase in sperm motility.

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Although if fatherhood is in your plans, you might want to steady your laptops on tables rather than on your laps, at least until additional studies better identify the possible risks involved. As this doodle shows, even the curator of this story does it.

A doodle by Delhi-based artist Neha Vaswani
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On the side note, an earlier Stony Brook study debunked one widely held belief. In comparing the scrotal temperatures of 97 men wearing either boxers or briefs, researchers found there was little difference.

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[TERKINI] Kes Ng Mun Tatt: Suspek Mengadu Dicederakan Dalam Tahanan

Seorang suspek mengadu mendapat kecederaan semasa dalam tahanan

4 penculik Ng Mun Tatt ‘menangis takbir’ tinggal mahkamah

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Semasan prosiding, peguam suspek memberitahu majistret Nurul Shahida Zainal bahawa anak guamnya mengadu mendapat kecederaan semasa tahanan.
Ekoran itu, majistret mengarahkan dua suspek itu menjalani pemeriksaan perubatan.

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Katanya, beliau telah mendapat arahan itu daripada keluarga para tertuduh berkenaan namun Nurul Syahida hanya membenarkan tertuduh kedua dan keempat menerima rawatan itu setelah mereka berdua mengaku mengalami kecederaan.

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Sementara itu, keempat-empat tertuduh sempat melaungkan takbir sebelum dibawa keluar anggota polis dari mahkamah tersebut.

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No plea was recorded. Magistrate Nurul Syahida Zainal fixed the case for mention on Aug 16.

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Empat suspek mungkin dihukum mati atau dipenjara seumur hidup

Kesemua mereka didakwa mengikut Seksyen 3 Akta Penculikan 1961 dibaca bersama Seksyen 34 Kanun Keseksaan yang memperuntukkan hukuman mati mandatori atau penjara seumur hidup dan boleh dikenakan sebatan, jika didapati bersalah.

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[TERKINI] Kes Ng Mun Tatt: Empat Lelaki Mungkin Digantung Mati. Imej dari The Star.
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Mohamad Asri Mohamad Jamil, 22, Mohd Mazli Sazeli, 26, Zulkarnain Abdul Rahmad, 29, and Agus Hariyanto Mahmod Hosen, 27, together with two men still at large were accused of abducting Ng Mun Tatt, 21, for the purpose of obtaining a RM3,000 ransom.

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Sebelum ini akhbar melaporkan, empat lelaki tersebut ditahan polis pada 16 Julai lalu bagi membantu siasatan kes culik seorang penjaga kaunter kafe siber, Ng Mun Tatt, 21, di sebuah restoran di Taman Sri Muda di sini.

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Empat lelaki ditangkap

Police have remanded four men suspected of abducting, drugging and assaulting a youth who had purportedly insulted Islam in Taman Sri Muda recently.

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“We have classified the case under Section 363 of the Penal Code for abduction,” he told reporters after launching the Thirukural book distribution programme at the state police headquarters here yesterday.

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Selangor acting police chief Senior Asst Comm Datuk A. Thaiveegan said the four had been remanded until Aug 22 to facilitate investigations.

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Sources said police had retrieved CCTV footage from the area where the victim was abducted.

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Remaja kata dia diculik kerana wang, bukan kerana isu agama

Tatt yang diserang baru-baru ini kerana dikatakan menghina Islam. - Gambar The Malaysian Insider oleh Rita Jong, 17 Julai, 2013.

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Pemuda yang diculik sekumpulan lelaki di Shah Alam kemudiannya diserang dan ditulis perkataan `saya hina Islam' di badannya, berkata kesnya itu tidak ada kena mengena dengan isu semasa membabitkan kontroversi gambar blogger seks menghina Ramadan.

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Ng Mun Tatt, 21, berkata beliau diculik kerana wang dan perkataan `Saya hina Islam' itu adalah helah penyerangnya supaya beliau akan dipukul oleh orang awam jika cuba melarikan diri daripada mereka.

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Dua lelaki menghampiri saya. Seorang berbisik di telinga saya bertanya adakah saya `Ah Kiong', sementara seorang lagi memberitahu rakan dan teman wanita saya supaya senyap di kerusi masing-masing.

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"Tanpa menunggu jawapan saya, lelaki itu menarik kemeja T saya dan mengheret saya ke sebuah kereta yang sedang menunggu," katanya.
Katanya, ada empat lelaki dalam kereta Proton Saga berwarna kelabu itu. Ng mendakwa dia dipukul, ditutup mata dan dibawa ke sebuah pangsapuri.

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"Saya tidak tahu saya dibawa ke mana. Mereka mengambil kad ATM saya dan meminta number PIN, Mereka juga menghubungi abang ipar saya meminta RM5,000 untuk pembebasan saya.

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Ng berkata, beliau kemudian dibawa ke sebuah estet sebelum dibogelkan dan mereka menulis perkataan di tubuhnya serta memaksanya menghidu gam. "Lelaki itu beritahu saya mereka tulis perkataan itu di badan saya saya supaya orang awam akan pukul saya jika cuba hendak melarikan diri," katanya.

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"Saya khayal disebabkan hidu gam, tetapi tidak beberapa lama kemudian saya tersedar apabila mendengar bunyi bising. Saya menanggalkan kain penutup mata dan nampak tujuh lelaki yang sedang khayal. Hari juga sudah terang jadi saya melarikan diri.

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Remaja yang diculik berkata kesnya tiada kaitan dengan blogger lucah, Alvin dan Vivian

“I was more shocked when the police said yesterday my case was triggered by the sex bloggers’ case,” he said at a Press conference in Klang today.

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“I don't even know anything about them, nor have I offended anyone recently.”
It was the Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar who told reporters in Bukit Aman yesterday

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Ng Mun Tatt, 24, diculik dan dilepaskan dengan contengan "Saya hina agama Islam' di atas badannya

Ng Mun Tatt, 24, diculik dan dilepaskan dengan contengan "Saya hina agama Islam' di atas badannya

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Penjaga kafe siber itu diculik oleh lapan lelaki pada jam 3 pagi ketika sedang makan dengan teman wanitanya

Penjaga cybercafe, Ng Mun Tatt, 24, diculik di hadapan sebuah restoran di Taman Sri Muda, Shah Alam, oleh lapan lelaki dipercayai berbangsa Melayu dengan menaiki sebuah kereta jenis Toyota Alphard.

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Sumber yang diterima TerengganuToday memberitahu, semasa kejadian, remaja berbangsa Cina itu sedang makan bersama teman wanitanya sekitar pukul tiga pagi. Bagaimanapun, teman wanita mangsa tidak dilarikan dan diapa-apakan.

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Penculik melepaskannya dalam keadaan bogel

Menariknya sewaktu diculik, barang-barang berharga seperti dompet, telefon bimbit dan rantai emasnya, telah ditanggalkan dan diserahkan kepada teman wanitanya sebelum dia dilarikan.

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Kereta yang menggunakan nombor pendaftaran palsu itu melarikan mangsa ke kawasan hutan sebelum ditinggalkan di Lebuhraya Duke, berhampiran susur masuk ke Setiawangsa, dalam keadaan bogel.
Seluar, baju dan pakaian dalam dilarikan Toyota Alphard terbabit.

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Mangsa mengaku dia telah membuang bangkai babi di hadapan surau

Mangsa mendakwa, badannya diconteng oleh suspek kerana perbuatan remaja Cina itu yang mengaku “MENGHINA ORANG MELAYU DAN ISLAM DI LAMAN SOSIAL SEPERTI FACEBOOK DAN TWITTER”

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Mangsa juga mengaku telah mencampakkan bangkai babi di hadapan rumah dan surau orang Islam yang menjadi sasaran parti DAP untuk cetuskan ketegangan kaum dan agama.

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Jodoh: Dipilih Atau Memilih? Pesanan 'Deep' Buat Lelaki & Wanita Dalam Memilih Pasangan

Jodoh, apakah sebenarnya maksud jodoh itu?

Ramai yang tertanya, takdir jodoh menurut Islam adalah pilihan atau bukan?Jawapannya, jodoh merupakan salah satu rahsia Allah yang sering dipertanyakan dan dipersoalkan oleh manusia. Banyak persepsi yang digambarkan apabila bercakap tentang jodoh. Ia sememangnya takdir Allah yang telah ditetapkan dan tidak mampu untuk ditukar oleh sesiapa.

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Di bawah merupakan ayat Al-Quran yang ada menyebut tentang jodoh dan membuktikan bahawa ianya merupakan salah satu rezeki dan nikmat yang diberikan Allah kepada manusia:“Allah menjadikan bagi kamu isteri-isteri dari jenis kamu sendiri dan menjadikan bagimu dari isteri-isteri kamu itu, anak-anak dan cucu-cucu, dan memberimu rezeki dari yang baik-baik. Maka mengapakah mereka beriman kepada yang bathil dan mengingkari nikmat Allah?” (QS.An-Nahl:72)

Namun, segelintir individu kini merasakan bahawa mereka inginkan jodoh sempurna buat diri mereka dan menolak tepi beberapa perkara penting yang turut perlu dititikberatkan dalam proses mencari pasangan hidup

Apakah perkara penting tersebut?Baca perkongsian di bawah yang telah ditulis sendiri oleh seorang pengguna Facebook iaitu Hurin Ain Salsabil tentang topik yang dibincangkan ini.Penulisan 'deep' ini bukan sahaja untuk dibaca, malah untuk dihadam dan difahami dengan lebih mendalam oleh orang ramai supaya lebih mengerti apa itu erti jodoh yang dihantar oleh Allah SWT. Sangat bermanfaat, lebih-lebih lagi untuk anda yang masih belum mempunyai pasangan hidup.

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Jodoh; Dipilih atau Memilih?

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Pertama.• Satu hal yang sering dilupakan oleh wanita adalah kemuliaan wanita tidak bergantung pada lelaki yang mendampinginya. Kenapa? Allah meletakkan nama dua wanita mulia dalam Al-Quran, Maryam dan Asiyah. Kita tahu, Maryam adalah wanita suci yang tidak memiliki suami, dan Asiyah adalah isteri dari manusia yang sangat kejam, Firaun. Apakah pangkat itu mengurangi kemuliaan mereka? Tidak.Kedua.• Bicara jodoh adalah bicara tentang hal yang jauh; akhirat, syurga, redha Allah, bukan semata-mata dunia.Ketiga.• Jodoh itu sudah tertulis. Tak akan tertukar. Yang kemudian menjadi ujian bagi kita adalah bagaimana cara menjemputnya. Beza cara, beza rasa. Dan tentu saja, beza keberkatannya.Keempat.• Dalam hal rezeki, urusan kita adalah bekerja. Soal Allah mahu meletakkan rezeki itu dimana, itu kerja Allah. Dan jodoh, urusan kita adalah ikhtiar. Tentang Allah mahu mempertemukan di mana, itu kerja Allah.Kelima.• Cara Allah memberi jodoh bergantung cara kita menjemputnya. Satu hal yang Allah janjikan, bahawa yang baik untuk yang baik. So, jadilah yang terbaik!

Bukan setakat itu sahaja, pastikan anda mengambil berat tentang empat perkara ini: Allah, agama, keluarga dan kawan-kawan pasangan yang bakal dipilih

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Keenam.• Dalam urusan jodoh, ta'aruf adalah proses seumur hidup. Dan yang penting, jangan expect berlebihan dan jangan merasa sudah sangat mengenal sehingga berhak menafsirkan tentang pasangan.Ketujuh.• Salah satu cara terbaik mengenali calon pasangan yang baik adalah melihat caranya dengan empat pihak; iaitu Allah, agama, keluarga, dan kawan-kawannya.

"Jodoh bukan hanya mencari dan menunggu, tetapi ketika memang sudah waktunya, dengan apa jua cara sekalipun, dua insan itu akan dipertemukan..."

Tanyakan pada hati sendiri. Mana diantara semua faktor itu yang paling mungkin membawa kamu dan keluarga kamu ke syurga?Ada satu perkara yang sering orang lupa tentang jodoh; iaitu jodoh bukan hanya mencari dan menunggu, tetapi ketika memang sudah waktunya, walaupun dengan apa cara dan keadaannya, dua insan itu akan Allah pertemukan. Jodoh memang rahsia; sekalipun begitu tak perlu risau menantinya, kerana janji Allah itu pasti. - Gadis Monolog.Antara nasihat saya untuk kalian;Buat kaum Adam yang mencari cinta Hawa.Buat kaum Hawa yang menanti cinta Adam.

Buat kaum Adam, jika anda mahu mencari Hawa, lihatlah dahulu perkara-perkara ini. Jika lengkap pada dirinya, maka itulah jodoh yang sesuai buat dirimu.

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1. Jangan dilihat pada purdah mahupun tudung semata, kerna Hawa hari ini tidak lagi seperti dahulu. Lihatlah pada pergerakan tangannya. Andai mudah tangan lembutnya menyentuh pada lelaki lain tanpa lapik, fikirlah semasaknya untuk menyuntingnya. "Sesungguhnya memegang bulu anjing itu lebih baik dari menyentuh kulit lelaki / wanita yang boleh kita kahwini." .2. Jangan dilihat pada baju labuh mahupun jubahnya semata. Lihatlah pada alis bibirnya. Andai kata-katanya berbisa atau kuat suaranya, fikirlah semasaknya andai hati masih teringin menyuntingnya. Khuatir kelak dia membawa fitnah (menabur buruk) buat suami.3. Jangan dilihat pada cantik ayu wajahnya semata. Lihatlah pada sepasang indah mata miliknya. Andai tidak redup menunduk pandangan, fikirlah semasaknya andai ingin terus menyuntingnya. Khuatir bila sudah bersuami matanya masih liar melihat segak rupa lelaki lain yang bukan bernama suami.

Buat haum Hawa pula, jika anda mahu menerima kaum Adam, lihat juga perkara-perkara yang disenaraikan ini. Jika cukup, maka fikirlah sebaiknya jika anda ingin bersama mereka.

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1. Jangan dilihat pada kereta mewahnya semata. Lihatlah pada aktiviti malamnya, andai liar hidupnya tika malam menjelma, fikirlah sebaiknya andai mahu menerima, kerna maksiat lebih mudah jika malam sudah tiba. Khuatir, subuhnya leka dibuai mimpi nan indah.2. Jangan dilihat pada pakaian berjenama semata. Lihatlah pada bahagian kakinya. Andai mudah lututnya ditayangkan tatkala lincah di padang bola, fikirlah sebaiknya andai masih mahu menerima kerna aurat suami hanya selayaknya untuk isteri.3. Jangan dilihat pada tampan semata, lihatlah pada mulutnya tika berbicara. Andai mudah menghambur carutan dan kemarahan, fikirlah sebaiknya andai masih tegar memilihnya, risau hanya kerana kesalahan kecil, isteri akan dimarah kasar.Lelaki dan wanita hari ini tidak lagi seperti dahulu. Tenang-tenanglah.

Semakin hebat amal dan pendekatan seseorang kepada Allah, semakin Allah sayang. Bila Allah semakin sayang, pastinya Allah nak serahkan diri kita pada jodoh yang paling terbaik. Yang akan menyayangi dan menghargai kita sepenuh hati kelak.

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12-Year-Old Boy Nearly Loses His Testicles After Being Punched In The Groin As A Prank

A boy from England almost lost his testicles after recently falling victim to a trending prank at school

According to The Sun UK, 12-year-old Bailey Summers had to undergo an emergency surgery to save his testicles.

On Thursday, 19 September, he was approached by a group of boys at his school with the question, "What is the capital city of Thailand?"When he answered 'Bangkok', he was punched in the crotch.

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Bailey's mother had to sign a consent form allowing doctors to remove his testicles if they needed to

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According to Mirror UK, doctors initially sent Bailey home with paracetamol, but his mother rushed him to the hospital the next day after discovering he was unable to sit down or sleep at home.

Upon inspection, doctors at the James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough hurriedly prepared the boy for surgery.His mother claimed that the medics did not have enough time to give him the right anaesthetics or numbing cream."My son was crying, screaming, and begging me to help him. It was a nightmare to see him so petrified and in so much pain. It was heartbreaking," she said.

Luckily, doctors were able to save both of his testicles.
Bailey is now required to use a wheelchair for two weeks and must refrain from strenuous activity for up to six weeks.

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His mother told Teesside Live that the 'Bangkok' attacks are happening in schools on a daily basis and must be stopped.She said, "My poor son is an example of what can happen. This needs to be brought to the attention of the kids."

It's quite worrying how teenagers love dangerous pranks and challenges:

                Teens Are Pressing Their Friends' Chests Until They Pass Out In A New Internet Challenge

Videos of the "dangerous" Skip Challenge has gone viral.

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                Teens Are Putting Cockroaches On Their Faces In A New Internet Challenge

Someone actually put it in her mouth! :O

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[VIDEO] "Baby Siap Jeling" - Minta Susu & Tidurkan Anak Tapi Suami Pula Yang Dibuai Mimpi

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Apabila sudah berumah tangga, menjadi kewajiban untuk pasangan terapkan sikap saling tolong-menolong

Jika si isteri tengah sibuk menguruskan perihal rumah tangga seperti memasak, mengemas rumah dan sebagainya si suami kenalah bantu si isteri. Misalnya, bantu isteri dalam menguruskan tentang anak-anak.Hubungan keluarga akan menjadi lebih bahagia jika banyak terapkan sifat bertoleransi dan saling tolong-menolong antara satu sama lain.Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video di laman sosial TikTok apabila seorang wanita berkongsi kisah ketika suaminya nyenyak tidur semasa menyusukan anak ini telah mengundang tawa ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @math.walton #bayilucu #bayitiktok #UltraSquadChallenge #GenshinImpact33 #fkls #bestdaddy  cancer -

Botol susu dah terjatuh, reaksi muka baby pula tak relax

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan dia menunjukkan gelagat suaminya ketika menyusukan anak mereka. Namun, lain pula yang jadi apabila si suami sedang nyenyak dibuai mimpi ketika menyusukan anak. Si anak pula seolah-olah memahami.Malah, dia siap menjeling ke arah bapanya seperti sedang menahan marah dek kerana botol susunya terjatuh.Lihat video lain itu di bawah:

  @math.walton Membalas @pawpaw uda mau dipecat bapake  kinerja kurang bagus #bayilucu #bayitiktok  Made You Look - Meghan Trainor

"Weh haha. The baby face seems i'm so done lol" - Netizen

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih sebanyak 2.7M views, 243K likes dan 3,480 comments di TikTok. Rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat anak-beranak ituBerikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Tak apalah dik, ayah penat tu cari duit beli susu :P

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No One Gives A Dam About Dams. Here's Why You Can't Actually Live Without Them

Dams in Malaysia are important because they help store water, generate electricity, and prevent floods

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Thanks to dams, there is access to water all year round.But that's not all. Dams are also responsible for irrigation, particularly paddy fields, providing water for industrial use, and even for recreation.

1. There are 72 dams in Malaysia, 20 of which are hydroelectric power stations

The Ulu Jelai Hydroelectric Project in Cameron Highlands.
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These multipurpose dams not only supply water, but also power homes across Malaysia.According to the International Hydropower Association, 11% of Malaysia's energy comes from hydropower. However, Malaysia has so much more potential for hydropower thanks to our natural resources.

2. Dams also help lessen the damaging effects of floods, especially during monsoon seasons

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In Malaysia, we are no stranger to flash floods. This is largely due to the two monsoon seasons we experience each year (May to September, November to March).According to the Department of Irrigation and Drainage, dams like Batu Dam, Semberong Dam, and Macap Dam are specially constructed to control these floods.Without dams, we would experience the full effect of floods each time it rained heavily. But dams help prevent floods by storing excess rainwater and releasing it in a controlled manner. To make room for excess rainwater, the water level in dams are kept below a certain level before the monsoon seasons begin.

3. Besides keeping us safe in rainy seasons, dams allow our paddy fields and crops to continue growing even in dry seasons

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Muda Agriculture Development Authority (MADA) is responsible for releasing water from Pedu Dam, Muda Dam, and Ahning Dam into over 100,000 hectares of paddy fields in Kedah, where most of our rice comes from.Thanks to the water from dams, farmers in Malaysia are able to harvest paddy crops twice a year, allowing us to fulfill our daily nasi lemak cravings all year round.

4. Beyond all that, some dams in Malaysia have become recreational spots, offering breathtaking views and providing leisure

Timah Tasoh Dam in Perlis.
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Dams like Timah Tasoh Dam and Semenyih Dam offer spectacular views, perfect for nature photographers. Penang's Air Itam Dam is popular among locals for jogging or cycling. Bakun Dam, Southeast Asia's biggest dam, is also becoming a tourist hotspot in Sarawak.

Semenyih Dam, one of the major dams supplying water to Klang Valley.
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For fishing enthusiasts, dams like Temenggor Dam and Kenyir Dam offer the opportunity to catch rare fish species like toman, that can weigh up to 20kg! People visit from around the world just for a chance to reel in this big catch.

Chasing toman, the giant snakehead, at Temenggor Dam.
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In preparation for the Northeast Monsoon, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) recently announced that they have prepared their three hydroelectric dams to mitigate flood damage

Kenyir Dam, one of the hydroelectric dams owned by TNB.
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In anticipation for the monsoon season, TNB has held briefings and emergency training sessions in hydroelectric stations and their offices. According to TNB's Chief Generation Officer, Roslan Abd Rahman, measures have also been taken in collaboration with local authorities and relevant agencies to increase efficiency.

Read more about it here:

                TNB Prepares Their 3 Dams In Response To Monsoon Season To Help Prevent Flood Damage

The TNB dams have the capacity to store water upstream, which can prevent bigger disasters from happening.

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Myvi Collides With Speeding Ambulance And Knocks It Over

A Perodua Myvi knocked over a speeding ambulance that was responding to an emergency call in Melaka yesterday, 1 February

According to Harian Metro, the accident took place at a traffic light junction in Taman Bertam Impian at 7.30pm.Prior to the accident, the ambulance was rushing from the direction of Cheng and heading towards Sungai Udang. It ran a red light at the junction.At the same time, the Perodua Myvi driver — who was coming from a different direction — lost control over their vehicle and collided with the ambulance, causing it to flip over.

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It is learnt that the Myvi driver is a 35-year-old nurse, while the ambulance driver is 51 years old

Both of them did not sustain any injuries.According to the preliminary investigation, Central Melaka district police chief ACP Afzanizar Ahmad revealed the accident happened amidst an emergency response and that the ambulance had its siren turned on."However, as soon as they arrived at the traffic light junction, the car driven by a private nurse coming from the direction of Taman Bertam Impian hit the right rear of the ambulance," Afzanizar said.At the time of writing, photos of the accident have gone viral on Facebook with over 4,000 likes.One photo shows a group of passers-by trying to flip the ambulance back on its four wheels.

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The case is being investigated under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for careless and inconsiderate driving

If convicted, the offender could face up to 12 months' jail and a RM10,000 fine.Afzanizar added that the investigation is still ongoing and the vehicles have been sent to a Puspakom centre and the Malaysian Public Works Department (JKR) for further inspection.

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[VIDEO] Order Makwe Dekat Lazada, Perbualan 'Geng Rongak' Ini Buat Ramai Gelak Sakan

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Seperti yang kita ketahui, golongan kanak-kanak sering mengeluarkan perkataan yang tidak dapat kita jangka

Kadangkala, ayat yang keluar daripada mulut mereka boleh menghiburkan hati kerana mereka berkata jujur dan tidak pandai menipu.Namun, berbeza pula dengan sebuah video tular di laman TikTok baru-baru ini apabila perbualan kanak-kanak yang dikenali sebagai geng rongak mencuri perhatian dan mencetuskan dekah ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @otamblurrrrr Oder awek kat Lazada  lame x jmpe ##gengrongak ni. ##melaka ##fyp  original sound  - OtamBlurrrrr

Bincang pasal kahwin, sekali yakin cakap dah order makwe dekat Lazada

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh lelaki yang dikenali sebagai @otamblurrrrr, kelihatan dia sedang membawa tiga orang kanak-kanak berjalan-jalan menaiki keretanya di Melaka.Otam yang memanggil kumpulan kanak-kanak itu 'geng rongak' dilihat berbual bersama mereka dan sempat bertanya kepada budak perempuan itu dengan siapa dia nak kahwin apabila besar nanti.Apa yang lebih menghiburkan adalah apabila budak perempuan itu berkata dia ingin berkahwin dengan budak lelaki di sebelahnya yang merupakan abangnya sendiri.

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Kemudian, budak lelaki itu pula dengan spontan menarik rambut adiknya dan berkata dia sudah ada makwe yang dipesan secara online melalui aplikasi Lazada.Otam tidak dapat menahan ketawanya kerana tidak menyangka ayat yang keluar daripada mulut budak lelaki itu sangat menghiburkan.

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"Dik kalau boleh order kat Lazada, abang dah tak single. Tapi hati-hati dik takut order lain sampai lain haha" - Netizen

Ternyata, video berkenaan berjaya membuat ramai terhibur dan gelak sakan sehingga meraih 479.3K views, 36.8K likes dan 4.1K shares di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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MOH Records Highest Number Of COVID-19 Recoveries In A Day At 108

Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah just announced that 108 patients have fully recovered from COVID-19 within the past day

He also added that a total of 654 patients have been discharged from hospitals since the disease was first identified in Malaysia.

This has been the largest number of recoveries in a day since Sunday, 29 March, which recorded 68 patients discharged from hospital.

The first group of COVID-19 patients discharged from Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun, Ipoh on Tuesday, 31 March.
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Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health recorded 142 new COVID-19 cases

This brings the number of cases in Malaysia to a total of 2,908.

102 patients are currently receiving treatment in Intensive Care Units around the nation, with 66 of them require breathing assistance.

TERKINI #COVID19  1 April 2020. Bilangan kes baru 1⃣4⃣2⃣Jumlah keseluruhan 2,908 kesJumlah kes di ICU 1⃣0⃣2⃣kesBantuan alat pernafasan 66Bilangan kematian baru 2⃣kesJumlah kematian keseluruhan 45 kes.— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) April 1, 2020

The nation recorded two new deaths, bringing the total of coronavirus-related deaths in the country to 45

They are:- An 80-year-old woman with a history of diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. She was a close contact of a previous case and was being treated at Kuala Lumpur Hospital since 13 March. The patient passed away around 4.30am yesterday, 31 March.- A 62-year-old Malaysian man with a history of diabetes and high blood pressure. He was also a close contact of a previous COVID-19 case. He passed away around 10.45pm yesterday at Kuala Lumpur Hospital.

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Watsons Releases First Ever Short Movie On Instagram Stories And It'll Bring You To Tears

This Spotlight is sponsored by Watsons.

Have you seen Watsons' latest short movie on Instagram Stories? If you haven't, you need to get a box of tissues, 'cause you are gonna be tearing up by the end of it.

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The short movie shows the journey of a Malaysian woman's battle with breast cancer, and it feels all too real :(

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If you have friends or family that have gone through cancer, you'll know that it's not easy to talk about it, much less post on social media about it!Nevertheless, Watsons' short movie on Instagram Stories gives viewers a raw and unfiltered glimpse into what it's like to struggle with cancer day by day.

You can watch the short movie on Watsons' Instagram Stories today. Just head over to their Instagram and click on 'Highlights' to view it.

The movie starts with a woman on her honeymoon, only to discover symptoms of breast cancer

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It was supposed to be the happiest moments of her life, but it turned out to become the most heart-wrenching moments she had ever felt.

From there, she goes through one of the toughest times in her life, losing her hair and her weight because of the chemotherapy

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We can only imagine how much it must have hurt for her and her loved ones.

Nevertheless, she does not go through this journey alone. Watch the full movie to see how people come together to support her and help her through this battle.

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The short movie was inspired by the story of breast cancer survivor Swee Lee

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But Swee Lee's story is just one of many, and Watsons wants to celebrate the strong women who have fought and are fighting through breast cancer

Swee Lee, Sarojini Kittu, Catharine, and Norbayati
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That's why they will be having their Pink Power Sale all through the month of October, with amazing deals of up to 50% off

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In support of Breast Cancer Welfare Association (BCWA), Watsons will also be donating RM1 for every RM50 purchase of participating brands

Watch the Watsons short movie on their Instagram today and head to your nearest store to enjoy the best deals this month!

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For more information, visit the Watsons website today.

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5 Websites To Help You Book Bus Tickets Without Losing Your Cool

1. CatchThatBus: Available in English and Malay, CatchThatBus, with its easy-to-use navigation, is a responsive mobile cum desktop site for people who want to book bus tickets on the go. Their payment options ranges from credit card to PayPal.

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CatchThatBus now provides reach to over 500 destinations throughout Malaysia and Singapore, bookable via its website and the Android app. It also has on its platform leading bus operators from both countries including Plusliner, Nice, Transnasional, Airport Coach, Intercity Express and Starmart Express.

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2. MalaysiaBus: With an option to choose from 40 bus operators, MalaysiaBus has a remarkably simple site that also offers users an easy to understand FAQ segment to help clear all their doubts. Their payment option is very similar to that of CatchThatBus.

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3. BusOnlineTicket: One of the most popular websites, offering online booking services for some of the most famous routes including bus from KL to Penang, coach from Singapore to KL etc., BusOnlineTicket has a dedicated iOS and Android app

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4. EasyBook: With its slick look and sophisticated navigation features, it is one of the largest online bus tickets booking websites. EasyBook, available in English and Bahasa Malaysia, also offers bus tickets with up to 80 percent discount.

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5. ETicketing.my: A one stop ticketing solution and reservation for transportation industries, events, hospitality and tourism, the site provides users with FAQ segment, just like MalaysiaBus.  The interface is quite similar to that of EasyBook.

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Pemuda Ini Lakonkan Perangai Perempuan & Lelaki Bila Tengok Drama Buat Ramai Dapat Relate

Follow kami di Telegram, jadi antara yang terawal untuk dapatkan berita dan artikel-artikel menarik di SAYS Seismik.

Siapa saja yang tidak suka menonton drama atau filem bukan? Tambahan pula jika ada pelakon kegemaran kita

Sudah pasti kita tidak akan melepaskan peluang untuk menonton cerita mereka. Mempunyai hero yang hensem atau heroin yang cantik dalam sesebuah drama kebiasaannya dapat menaikkan rating drama tersebut.Bukan apa, ada sesetengah penonton hanya memandang rupa dari bakat lakonan itu sendiri. Tetapi, itu semua terpulang pada mereka untuk menilainya.Sama seperti video yang tular di Twitter baru-baru ini apabila seorang pemuda cuba melakonkan kembali perangai apabila perempuan dan lelaki menonton drama menarik perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

Its been a while since i posted here. pic.twitter.com/vSrEDgChq1— Arieff Yong (@arieffyong) June 6, 2021

Tiru perangai perempuan Vs lelaki bila tengok drama

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang lelaki yang dikenali sebagai Arieff Yong cuba melakonkan semula perangai apabila perempuan dan lelaki bila menonton drama Melayu.Dia kemudian cuba menyampaikan apa kebiasaannya yang perempuan sering lihat bila menonton drama, lebih-lebih lagi jika ada hero yang kacak. Namun, apabila tiba part lelaki pula, dia cuba melakonkan benda sama dengan memuji kecantikan heroin berkenaan.Apa yang lebih menghiburkan adalah setelah si lelaki memuji kecantikan heroin tersebut si perempuan terus naik angin dan memarahi lelaki itu.

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"You kena faham perempuan je boleh puji lelaki. Lelaki tak boleh puji perempuan hahaha" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut merasa terhibur melihat video tersebut. Malah, ramai yang dapat relate dengan situasi itu dengan pasangan mereka.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 200.4K views, 6,909 retweets dan 8,963 likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

Lain kali join sekali puji2 si Remy Ishak tu, tengok la wife/gf reply apa. Hahahahhs—   (@meelo_XCIM) June 6, 2021

Why me bila lelaki puji pompuan tu, i puji sekaliiiiii. HAHAHAHHA. Benda cantik puji lah .— seposenlady  (@seposenlady) June 7, 2021

Hahahahaha you kena faham perempuan je boleh puji lelaki. Lelaki tak boleh puji perempuan hahahahahahahhaha— bets (@helloayeshaaa) June 6, 2021

saya sebagai perempuan memang setuju sebab saya la macam tu ahahahahahahaahhaahahahahahahahahahahhaahahhahaha— Sofia (@sofiaabdullah__) June 6, 2021

Man with 3 words win the fight, Unfortunately not the war— Ádžfär (@Adzfarzmn) June 6, 2021

Hahahahahahha... Wei.. Dramatic sungguh the girlfriend..— Syarifah Rara  (@ara_sfz) June 6, 2021

Hahahahahahaha aku dah agak dah plottwist dia mcm tu— Ata (@iktiaruddin) June 6, 2021

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA dont talk to me terus — afi (@__manusia_) June 7, 2021

Okayyyy aku termakan cili ni rasa pedas lak hahahhaha— syarzorro (@syazaharry) June 7, 2021

Based on true story yes HAHAHAHA ye perempuan je boleh puji lelaki takleh — easley (@fadhlynayda) June 7, 2021

Perempuan takpe, laki semua tak oleh! Hahahahahhaa— Stella ™ (@BubuEykaa) June 6, 2021

Betul ke tidak guys? Siapa makan cili dia rasa pedas kan :P

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[VIDEO] “Sayang Punya Pasal” - Atuk Sempoi Layan Cucu Ajak Berkhemah Dalam Rumah. Comel!

Bagi yang sudah bergelar datuk dan nenek, melayan cucu merupakan aktiviti wajib apabila berkumpul dengan anak beranak

Lebih-lebih lagi jika ianya merupakan cucu sulung, sudah pasti lagi seronok melayan telatah mereka yang comel dan banyak akal itu.Senang cerita, atuk yang garang pun boleh cair dengan gelagat cucu kesayangan dan menurut saja permintaan mereka ada kalanya membuatkan pening kepala nak melayan.Begitu juga dengan video yang tular di laman TikTok ini apabila seorang atuk pasrah melayan ragam cucunya yang mengajak berkhemah di dalam rumah.Lihat video penuh di bawah:

  @eylaamazlan mcm ni eh? kasih syg atok kat cucu dia  original sound  - eylaamazlan

Tak bagi Tok Wan balik sampai ajak duduk main sama-sama dalam khemah yang kecil

Menerusi video perkongsian daripada pengguna bernama Eylaa Mazlan, kelihatan seorang kanak-kanak perempuan pada mulanya menarik tangan atuknya yang dipanggil Tok Wan untuk bermain bersama.Dia kemudian memaksa si atuk untuk masuk ke dalam khemah mainannya kerana tak bagi Tok Wannya balik. Sayang cucu punya pasal, Tok Wan pun pasrah masuk ke dalam khemah kecil itu dan melayan karenah cucunya.Apa yang lebih menghiburkan orang ramai adalah apabila ibunya berkata "Tok Wan nak balik", tetapi si kecil itu berulang kali berkata "tak boleh!".

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"Atok ni walaupun garang dengan anak-anak, dengan cucu mesti kalah. Layankan je apa yang cucu nak" - Warganet

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video tersebut sehingga kini telah mendapat 75.2K views, hampir 5K likes dan 191 shares di TikTok.Tinjauan di ruangan komen pula mendapati rata-rata warganet turut terhibur melihat gelagat atuk dan cucunya itu. Majoritinya berkata, atuk walau garang macam mana sekalipun, pasti akan kalah juga dengan cucu kesayangan.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Alahai comel betul, sayang sangat dekat Tok Wan dia tu sampai tak bagi balik :D


5 Dashcams You Can Buy Online That Boast A Five-Star CamScore Rating

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Not sure which dashcam to get for your vehicle?
The Malaysian Institute Of Road Safety Research (MIROS) partnered up with Cybersecurity Malaysia to release a scoring metric that can help people to better choose their dashcams.

The scoring metric is called 'CamScore' or 'Dashcam Safety Score Card', and it rates dashcams through three fundamental pillars — basic features, advanced features, and Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS). The purpose they released this scoring metric is to ensure that drivers are able to ascertain the level of quality in a dashcam more concretely so they can get the most out of their purchase.Additionally, out of 40 dashcams that underwent MIROS' CamScore scoring metric, only five models successfully garnered the full five-star rating.

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Here are the shortlisted 5-star CamScore-rated dashcams you can get online:

1. 70mai A800S | RM504 - RM649

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The 70mai A800S had the highest scoring rating (4.59 points) out of all 40 dashcam models and for good reason. The dashcam boasts a Sony IMX 415 CMOS image sensor that can record 4K UHD videos with a wide-angle 140° FOV.  Furthermore, it's also embedded with 3D DNR tech that can capture vivid images even in the dead of night. Safety-wise, the dashcam features lane departure assistance alongside forward-collision warnings to avoid accidents. When you park your car, the dashcam activates its Parking Mode that detects any hit-and-run collisions and immediately begins recording. You can get it on Shopee and Lazada.

2. 70mai Pro Plus+ A500S | RM329 - RM469

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The 70mai Pro Plus+ A500S ties the 70mai A800S with 4.59 points and a five-star CamScore rating. It features built-in GPS, forward collision warnings, and Parking Mode as well. To add on to these features, this dashcam model is built with a 5-mega-pixel Sony IMX335 sensor and can record 1944P video in detail whether it's day or at night. You can get it on Shopee and Lazada.

3. Thinkware U1000 | RM2,599

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On the pricier end for a dashcam, the Thinkware U1000 features an array of premium features. This includes a front camera that can choose between 2K QHD 60fps to 4K UHD 30fps, real-time impact detection that records accidents as it happens, continuous recording, as well as night vision that can showcase videos clearly even at night.You can buy it on Shopee and Lazada.

4. 70mai M500 | RM439-RM799

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The 70mai M500 places fourth on MIROS' CamScore metric, with a five-star rating and a 4.53 in points. It boasts a 1944P resolution with a 170-degree wide angle camera, WiFi enabled voice control, and anti-collision warning.You can get it on Shopee and Lazada.

5. DDPAI X5 Pro | RM1,799.00 - RM1,859

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After the Thinkware U1000, the DDPAI X5 Pro is the second most expensive device in this lineup. This dashcam features a Sony IMX 415 video sensor with ultra HD 2160p resolution, GPS tracking, low-light recording, 24 hours Parking Mode, and a built-in microphone.You can get it on Shopee and Lazada.

You can learn more about the CamScore metric and the evaluated dashcams from MIROS' original Facebook post: