9 Things To Do When Your Travel Plans Are Controlled By The Dreaded 'B' Word

While the word "budget" may not be the sexiest word in your travel dictionary, it could be just the challenge you need!

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Here are some travel tips to keep your spending on track:

1. Don't choose the destination; let the destination choose YOU

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When you don't have a specific destination in mind, let the current travel deals dictate where your next adventure will be. The coolest promos could roll around to places you wouldn't have otherwise thought to explore.

2. Don't book your flight and hotel separately; have them packaged together for maximum savings

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Not only will it be easier to keep track of when you're travelling, booking your flight and accommodation as a package can earn you major discounts. As an example, AirAsiaGo's 5D 3N packaged trip to Sydney (inclusive of return flights on AirAsia, 3 nights' stay at Holiday Inn Potts Point Sydney, and taxes) amounts to RM4,300* per couple, a whopping RM998* less than what it would have cost if the flights and hotel were booked separately.*Note: Amount may vary according to travel dates

3. Prowl the interwebs for the best online deals on the attractions in your must-visit list

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If you're into museum hops, check to see if the destination you're heading to has a Museum Pass that gives you unlimited access to the city's range of museums. The Paris Pass, for example, includes access to over 60 museums, activities like the Seine River Cruise, and unlimited travel on public transport.

Some theme parks offer cheaper rates for online bookings, which sometimes includes Fast-Track features as well (no queues for you!). Not having to queue at Waterbom Bali will only help maximise your water park quota.

4. Pack light to avoid the dreaded overweight luggage fees

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Even though you swear you're not gonna go overboard with the shopping (this time), your holidaying self may have other plans. Here are some tips to give your luggage some breathing space:

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5. If you're one of the lucky souls who gets to travel for work, use it as a building block to your perfect vacation plan

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Your flight's already paid for, so if you have the time, extend your stay and explore the city you're in!

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What would have gone into paying for your flight could be put to good use, like a Thai cooking class, or perhaps a unique dinner experience at Bangkok's Vertigo & Moon Bar Rooftop Dining.

6. Forget about packaged tours, get to know the city like a true local

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Free walking tours, fast becoming a favourite in a number of cities around the world, are the perfect way to explore the hidden gems in your travel destination!

7. Be better than hotel breakfasts

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Although convenient, they don't exactly offer the best value. Up the authenticity and lower the meal costs by joining the local crowd for breakfast.

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After all, which experience will you treasure more: Tucking into a soulless buffet or scouring the streets of Vietnam for a comforting bowl of pho?

8. Have a rough plan in mind for where you'll likely be stopping by during meal times

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Stomach grumbles in an unfamiliar area are bound to happen, but simply settling on a random restaurant may see you running the risk of getting overpriced meals and watered-down tourist-targeted flavours. Avoid all that; do your restaurant research!

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Get to know the dishes loved by the locals in the area. When in Istanbul, for example, give the flashy tourist-y restaurants a pass and head to Eminönü Pier for the best grilled fish sandwiches of your life.

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Here's another fun, Instagram-worthy idea: when in Tokyo, grab a sushi tray from one of their amazing departmental stores and have a scenic picnic in the park!

9. Be aware of the many, many ways conniving scammers are scheming to get to your money

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There's nothing worse than having your travel budget completely derailed by being cheated or pick-pocketed. Here are some common scams to watch out for:- Free bracelets or rosemary: A friendly person approaches you with a “free” friendship bracelet or rosemary, and will demand money once you take it. - Spills on your clothing: Common in Europe, a traveller walking down the street will feel something plop on their shoulder, often times a fast-food condiment. A friendly stranger will help to clean the mess while plucking your wallet or purse. - Fake WiFi hubs: Hackers will set up tempting unsecured WiFi hotspots in public locations that unsuspecting victims will eagerly connect to, giving access to your passwords, online accounts, and more.- Fake hotel wakeup call: While staying at a hotel, you get a call from the front desk in the middle of the night to confirm your credit card details. Only it isn’t the front desk calling, it’s a scammer copying down your card details.

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Ready to plan your epic, wallet-friendly adventure? Check out AirAsiaGo's coolest flight and hotel deals for some destination inspiration!

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If Australia, Japan, Korea, China, and Taiwan are in your wanderlust list right now, you'd probably wanna know more about the special flight and hotel package deals to these travel hot-spots! Start travelling far for less here.


Cradle Fund CEO Nazrin Hassan's Death Is Now Being Investigated As Murder

Two months after the death of Cradle Fund CEO Nazrin Hassan, police are reported to have reclassified his death as murder in light of new lab results suggesting that it may have resulted from foul play

Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd CEO Nazrin Hassan.
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The 45-year-old entrepreneur was believed to have died of smoke inhalation on 14 June 2018 after his room caught fire at his home in Mutiara Damansara. He was also reported to have suffered burns to 30 percent of his body.

According to a report by Malay Mail, lab results that were released last week showed that there were traces of petrol on his head, bedframe, mattress, and handphone

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In a statement reported by New Straits Times, Selangor Criminal Investigation Department chief Senior Assistant Commissioner Fadzil Ahmad said, "The case of the death of the Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd CEO on June 14 has been reclassified as murder, based on the Fire and Rescue Department’s report on investigations into the incident as well as the post-mortem examination done on the victim."

In a statement released by Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd shortly after his death, it was purported that Nazrin had died of injuries from an exploding phone

Firemen arriving at Nazrin's home in Mutiara Damansara on 14 June.
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Cradle's statement, published on Facebook on 15 June, said, "The post mortem report concluded the cause of death as being complication of blast injuries attributable to an exploding hand phone that was being charged next to him."In a separate report, a message quoting Nazrin's brother-in-law claimed that the phone had overheated and exploded as it was charging, causing blunt trauma to the back of Nazrin's head that led to his death. The message also said that the explosion also caused to mattress to catch fire, but Nazrin is believed to have died by then. However, the Fire and Rescue Department was reported to have refuted the claims, saying that they did not conclude nor suggest that Nazrin was killed by an exploding phone.

Read more on the previous reports concerning Malaysian entrepreneur's sudden death:

                Group CEO Of Cradle Fund Has Died Of Smoke Inhalation

RIP Nazrin Hassan.

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                Cradle Says GCEO Nazrin Hassan Was Killed Due To Injuries From His Phone That Exploded

The company said his phone was on charging.

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1.68 Juta Lelaki Malaysia 'Mati Pucuk’ Tapi Malu Nak Mengaku

Menurut presiden Persatuan Farmasi Malaysia Datuk Nancy Ho, kira-kira 1.68 juta lelaki Malaysia berusia 40 tahun ke atas mengalami Disfungsi Erektil (ED) juga dikenali sebagai masalah tenaga batin

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Bagaimanapun, katanya kebanyakan mereka keberatan atau takut berjumpa pakar untuk mengetahui lebih lanjut mengenai rawatan yang diperlukan

"Terdapat banyak cabaran untuk merawat ED terutamanya akibat keengganan mereka berbincang secara berterus terang tentang masalah itu atau dihalang oleh kepercayaan berasaskan budaya dan set minda," katanya.

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Ho berkata keadaan psikologi dan emosi seperti tekanan, kemurungan atau kerisauan serta kehilangan harga diri boleh menjadi punca ED

"Rawatan ED tidak patut dipandang remeh...kini terdapat pelbagai kaedah rawatan dan pesakit hanya perlu berunding dengan doktor tentang bentuk rawatan yang perlu dilakukannya," kata Ho.

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Pesakit ED tidak perlu malu kerana ahli farmasi bersedia mengadakan perbincangan peribadi mengenai pilihan bagi seseorang pesakit untuk mendapatkan rawatan berkesan bagi masalah ED

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Sementara itu, masalah lemah tenaga batin ini bukan sahaja memberi kesan kepada suami malah kesannya turut dirasai oleh isteri dan memberi kesan negatif dalam hubungan suami isteri

Apabila disebut masalah lemah tenaga batin, ramai beranggapan ia masalah lelaki saja. Tidak, ia bukan masalah yang khusus untuk lelaki kerana kesannya turut dirasai oleh isteri. Lemah tenaga batin boleh menyebabkan tekanan, kebimbangan dan masalah keyakinan diri yang secara tidak langsung memberi kesan negatif khususnya dalam hubungan suami isteri.

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Sebagai seorang isteri adalah penting untuk bersama-sama menyelesaikan masalah dan meringankan penderitaan yang dihadapi oleh suami

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Menurut Pakar Sakit Tuan, Dr Ismail Thamby, isteri yang mengambil mudah tentang perkara ini boleh mengakibatkan masalah dihadapi suami menjadi lebih teruk

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“Perlu diketahui juga, di dalam Islam sendiri membolehkan isteri bertindak membantu alat sulit suami itu kembali sihat dengan beberapa cara bersesuaian,” ujarnya.

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Sebagai isteri, anda tidak sepatutnya hanya menunggu dan menyalahkan si suami sahaja. Cari dan ketahui langkah-langkah yang perlu diambil bagi menyelesaikan masalah yang dihadapi suami.

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Menurut Dr Ismail, Isteri perlu membantu suami yang mengalami masalah ED dengan memberi rangsangan bagi menjadikan alat sulit itu menjadi aktif.Namun, apa juga kaedah dan bantuan yang diberikan isteri aspek kebersihan juga perlu dititikberatkan bagi memastikan tidak berlaku jangkitan kuman terhadap alat sulit suami itu.

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Selain itu, isteri juga boleh memujuk pasangannya  bagi mendapatkan rawatan yang sepatutnya sebelum terlewat

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“Ini kerana keadaan ini boleh dirawat dengan berkesan dan lemah tenaga batin juga antara tanda dan kesan kepada masalah kesihatan seperti kencing manis, tekanan darah tinggi atau penyakit kardiovaskular yang boleh mengancam nyawa. “Jika masalah kesihatan dikesan dan dirawat dengan cepat dan berkesan, masalah lemah tenaga batin boleh diatasi dan dapat diselesaikan,” katanya.

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Sekiranya isteri sudah membantu namun alat sulit suami masih tidak aktif, sudah tiba masanya untuk mendapatkan rawatan khusus

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“Dalam hal ini juga peranan isteri amat diperlukan dengan memujuk dan pergi bersama-sama suami ke pusat rawatan berhampiran bagi membolehkan rawatan diberikan," jelas Dr Ismail.

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Untuk kaum lelaki, perasaan rendah diri, ketidaksempurnaan kejantanan, wajib anda atasi dan berjumpa lah dengan pakar bagi mendapakan rawatan. Hal ini bukan sahaja penting untuk diri anda malah ianya juga penting buat pasangan anda.


This Hotel In Sekinchan Bears Striking Resemblance To A Popular Indonesian Film

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If you're familiar with the Indonesian cult-based horror movie Pengabdi Setan 2: Communion (2022), this hotel in Sekinchan, Selangor should be on your bucket list

The industrial-themed hotel is a singular building surrounded by vast paddy fields as far as the eye can see, similar to the flat which the horror movie takes place in.But don't worry, the hotel is far less scary.Padi Sentral is a refurbished swiftlet house located in Pekan Sekinchan, Sekinchan, Selangor. Its contemporary, grey concrete exterior contrasts beautifully with the lush green paddy fields, making it a perfect spot for your Instagram feed.

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The actual building used in Pengabdi Setan 2: Communion (2022), located in East Jakarta, is allegedly haunted

Following the popularity of the movie, the apartment, which is located in the Pulo Gadung area of East Jakarta, was at one point open for fans to visit. However, it was closed soon after due to safety reasons.According to the caretaker, levels beginning from the seventh floor of the apartment complex were sealed off, even during filming. Rumour has it that the floor was haunted by a spirit of a woman mourning the loss of her kidnapped daughter.Actresses Tara Basro and Ratu Felisha, who play Rini Suwono and Tari, respectively, as well as the production crew, were also said to have been disturbed by the unseen during the shooting of the film.

Snapshot of the apartment complex from the movie, 'Pengabdi Setan 2: Communion' (2022)
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The building, constructed in 2007 as a government housing project, was never completed. Reasons for its abandoned construction are unknown to date. Currently, it serves as a parking lot and storage hub for merchants and visitors of the Sumber Arta market nearby.

The hotel in Sekinchan has been compared to the haunted apartment from the movie numerous times

The comparison between Padi Sentral and the flat from Pengabdi Setan 2: Communion (2022) has happened quite often following postings from visitors who captured the gorgeous interior of the homestay and views from rooms and the rooftop deck.

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However, contrary to the creepy abandoned apartment complex in Indonesia, Padi Sentral in Sekinchan is way more relaxing and inviting

The homestay combines chic, modern aesthetics with a rustic, peaceful environment.Sleek interiors coupled with a picturesque view of the paddy fields make for a lovely getaway.

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The homestay has rooms that can accommodate up to four people — and is great for families and small group staycations. Room prices range from RM140 to RM220 per night.

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Not to mention a gorgeous rooftop space overlooking the paddy fields, perfect for 'healing' purposes.

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Padi Sentral is close to attractions such as MSekin Wonderland, Sekinchan Paddy Gallery, Ah Ma House, and Redang Beach. Satisfying your hunger is ever so convenient as the homestay is near N16 Bus Café, Abah Bonda Ikan Bakar, and Mango King. For more food recommendations around Sekinchan, read more here.

Already made your plans for Sekinchan? Here's how to get there:

Address3925, Jalan Parit 5, Pekan Sekinchan, 45400, Sekinchan, SelangorContact010-883 3318 / 019-364 1333 (WhatsApp)

Did you know that Sekinchan became the first kampung to go cashless in Malaysia?

                This Small Town With 24,000 Residents Has Become The First 'Cashless Kampung' In Malaysia

Hint: It's a popular tourist spot. ;P

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Man Who Lured Hundreds Of M'sians To Myanmar With 'High-Paying' Job Scam Arrested

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Authorities in Myanmar have finally arrested a man who is allegedly responsible for luring and duping hundreds of Malaysians into lucrative job scams

A report by China Press stated that the man was nabbed in Laos and is currently being held in detention there. Quoting MCA Public services and Complaints Department head Datuk Seri Michael Chong, the Chinese daily said the suspect is reportedly known as Danny, an Indian-American who is fluent in Mandarin. It is said he would do livestreams on social media sites and post about overseas jobs paying high salaries with easy work.After convincing his victims to 'apply' for the job, the suspect would personally meet them to pick them up and transport them to Myanmar via illegal routes.Victims would only realise they were tricked when it was too late. They would then be forced to work for a massive scam and money-laundering scheme while syndicate members held them under ransom.

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The number of Malaysian men and women who have been tricked into the scams is said to be high, and tend to be young

Earlier this month, a 19-year-old Malaysian who was held by syndicate members in Myanmar for three months, claimed that he witnessed "hundreds" of other Malaysians who were being forced to work in a 'love scam'.His account of how he fell prey to the scheme is eerily similar to Danny's modus operandi.More recently, two underaged Malaysians managed to return home safely from Myanmar after their families paid the syndicate holding them a ransom, reported The Star.According to China Press, the two teens were seen holding up an image of the suspect Danny, who they allege is the man who duped them, at a press conference on Saturday, 25 June.

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Although Danny has been arrested, the fate of other Malaysian victims held captive overseas under the criminal organisation is still unclear.

Meanwhile, a mother from Penang is begging for her son to be rescued after he fell victim to a job scam in Cambodia:

                "Help Him" – Mother Begs As Cambodia Job Scam Syndicate Threatens To Sell Her Son's Organs

She said her son left to Cambodia after he was falsely promised a salary of RM8,000 to RM9,000 per month.

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Read more about the ordeal of Malaysians who fell victim to human trafficking syndicates abroad:

                "They Beat Me With A Baseball Bat" — M'sian Lured Into Higher-Paying Job Scam Returns Home

Cheah said he was grateful to be able to return home, but claimed there are "hundreds" of other Malaysians who are st...

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NGOs Slam Wan Azizah's Response To The Marriage Of 15-Year-Old Kelantanese Girl

Yesterday, 18 September, Minister of Women, Family, and Community Development Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail urged the public to be "empathetic" towards the Kelantanese family involved in the latest child marriage case

"I do have a problem with child marriages but I understand the predicament they (the Kelantanese family) are in," the Deputy Prime Minister was quoted as saying by Malay Mail."If you understand the way they live, their way of life, you would have a little bit of understanding of why it (child marriage) happens," she added.

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Wan Azizah also claimed that it is not within Putrajaya's jurisdiction to act on the case of a 15-year-old girl being married to a man 29 years older than her."They were married under the Syariah Court. So you have to also abide by it because it is also state regulations," she was quoted as saying by theSun.

Sisters in Islam (SIS) called out Putrajaya's lack of political will to prosecute child marriage cases

Malaysiakini reported SIS as saying in a statement yesterday that Putrajaya has to stop using the excuse that it is "powerless" to prosecute child marriage cases.In the statement, SIS added that the "normalisation" of child marriage also affects the future of girls in Malaysia."The more the government delays in acting against the issue, the more girls will fall victim to such marriages," the group warned.

Center for a Better Tomorrow (Cenbet) criticised the lack of law enforcement over child marriages in Malaysia

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Cenbet vice-president Ng Yeen Seen was reported by Free Malaysia Today as saying that inaction by the government will only empower pedophiles in Malaysia."If we can allow parents to decide for their underage child and marry them away due to whatever justification, then what difference is there for us to also allow an regulate parents to marry off their babies to pedophiles?" she asked."If we have laws in the country to punish irresponsible parents who abuse their child of any age physically, why are we allowing parents to subject their young defenceless child to rape by marriage?" Ng added.

Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) called Wan Azizah's statement on the case a "license" to pedophiles in Malaysia to use marriage as a cover to dodge prosecution

LFL executive director Latheefa Koya joined in the criticism of Putrajaya's inaction over child marriages in Malaysia, claiming that pedophiles are now using marriage as a cover to avoid being prosecuted for rape or sexual grooming."This response from the DPM (Wan Azizah) will be a license for pedophiles around the country to groom, persuade, or coerce children into marriage for the purpose of having sexual intercourse with them," Latheefa was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today.

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"What is clear now is that pedophiles are actively taking advantage of the failure of the DPM to take decisive action in the earlier case of the 11-year-old child bride," she added.Malay Mail reported Latheefa as urging Wan Azizah to oversee an "immediate police investigation" into the 15-year-old bride's case to see if sexual grooming had taken place.

Read about the 15-year-old girl's marriage to a man 29 years older than her here:

                "I'm Happy With My Husband" - Teenage Girl Says Of Her Marriage To 44-Year-Old Rela Member

The marriage, which was approved by the Kelantan Syariah Court, took place in July.

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This Laid-Back Café In PJ Is Inspired By '80s Listening Bars In Tokyo

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If you regularly frequent the Gasket Alley in Petaling Jaya, you've probably come across one of its notable residents, Coffeeboy Club

The Gasket Alley is home to some of the town's most well-known hangout spots. From the matcha fanatics at Hejaü, to the bike enthusiasts at the Harley Davidson Motorclub, its inhabitants have all played their part in transforming it from a meeting place into a thriving community. None embody this more than the folks over at Coffeeboy Club."Coffeeboy Club is not a café. We are a brand that embodies the word multi-disciplinary by transcending different sub-cultures into one entity from coffee, food, music, design, merchandise, and lifestyle," said Bryan, co-owner of Coffeeboy Club.

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"It is a personality coexisting to add value to the ecosystem of communities it exists in. We're your mate who looks out for you if you look out for us, that's what sets us apart," Daniel, also co-owner told SAYS.Both Daniel and Bryan have been in the F&B business since 2019. From fuelling the Nike 50th Anniversary Run with their signature drinks to designing a clothing line with HYPE, they have transcended your run-of-the-mill café — even going so far as to organise their own shoe donation initiative.

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With different backgrounds and disciplines, they took a leap of faith to turn their dreams into reality

For Daniel, the fascination with the F&B business began over 12 years ago when he was working as a barista in Melbourne. Enchanted by the vibrant local café scene there, he brought back a degree in Finance and a passion for coffee and food. After two years in Finance, he finally decided to ditch the corporate gig."I wouldn't think twice if I had to do it all over again. I found myself at a fork in the road — and I picked the barista job, switching over from Finance to satisfy my curiosity. So far, it hasn't killed this cat, fingers crossed," Daniel said.

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After over a decade working in several cafés, he found the right partner in Bryan, who worked as a graphic designer and photographer, and had the creative talents to match his extensive knowledge of F&B."It has always been one of those dreams that I've wanted to achieve in life and with the experience of Danial in the F&B industry, we were able to infuse our skills and push the boundaries of our ideas," Bryan elaborated.

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"The community within Gasket Alley has flourished since we opened our doors here almost four years ago. The landlord has done a great job with tenant mix since switching over to a footfall location —  from being the one of two F&B operators in here to being part of a healthy ecosystem. Gasket is special in that you leave with more than just what you ate and drank," Daniel explained.Bryan also agrees with this sentiment: "Since the opening of Coffeeboy Club, we've witnessed the transformation in The Gasket Alley into a lifestyle hub that supports homegrown brands. It has really become a close-knit community between the tenants and that's the most special thing."

Coffeeboy Club Owners, Daniel and Bryan (left to right)
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While it has built its name through quality coffee and food, Coffeeboy continues to show that it's an ever-evolving entity that cannot simply be categorised

When faced with an ever growing foot-traffic and increasing demand, the space in Gasket Alley recently underwent a major transformation in order to facilitate the brand's new direction.One look at the newly designed interior and it is apparent that there is a greater emphasis on live music and events. Aesthetically, it is inspired by the listening bars of the '80s underground music scene in Tokyo.Incorporating elements of cement and wood in its minimalistic design, it is more spacious than ever before. The visually striking hi-fidelity sound system is the centerpiece of it all.

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"The change was an accumulation of branding ideas and stories that we've discovered in the last three years of running the café. With the help of Fusty Rabbits, a design and build agency, we were able to create a timeless, homey space." Bryan told SAYS.

It is clear that Daniel and Bryan also share a strong passion for music, which naturally led them to start Coffeeboy Records in 2020

The project, which focuses on curating quality sounds, has since hosted several listening parties from their newly designed space for avid listeners keen to check out up and coming DJs."The routine of events are in our DNA to create new experiences for our community. We always believe that in order to cultivate a culture, we have to start from ground zero and to dive deep into the beginning of its nature. The intention is to grow and flourish with the community," Bryan, a Mass Communications graduate, told SAYS.

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Here's where you can find Coffeeboy Club:Address  Lot 15, Coffeeboy Club, 13, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, SelangorOpening hours7.30am to 7pm (Sunday to Thursday)7.30am to 10pm (Friday and Saturday)Kitchen opens 9am daily


Do You Always Run Out Of Cash And Have To Look For An ATM? It's Time To Use Maybank QRPay

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Ever started the week with just enough cash in your wallet, only to find that it all disappears by midweek?

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If this sounds familiar, you're not alone.When it comes to keeping track of your spending, a cup of coffee here, a bag of chips there, and a lunch out with your colleagues can add up really quickly - and you'll be wishing you could somehow get your money back.

Then, there's the struggle of looking for an ATM that's conveniently closeby when you're out of cash

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The most annoying thing is having to pay the MEPS charges of RM1.06 each time you withdraw from a bank other than yours.

Well, the good news is that you can throw those worries out the window by using an e-payment channel like Maybank QRPay!

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Maybank QRPay is now accepted at more than 300,000 merchants nationwide, which means you no longer have to carry around lots of cash or look for ATMs.The great thing about Maybank QRPay is that you can also keep track of your spending at a glance. Plus, you don't need to worry about topping-up QRPay like other ewallets, because the payment is deducted directly from your account.

From now 'til 31 December 2019, you can get up to RM50 cashback when you use Maybank QRPay at participating outlets

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Here's how to participate:Step 1: Activate Maybank QRPay on your Maybank app, and link it to either your current, savings, or MAE account.Step 2: Select PAY function in Maybank QRPay and spend a minimum of RM10 at any participating outlet.Step 3: Win up to RM50 in instant cashback!

You get five chances to win from a total cashback pool of RM1,500,000, so make sure you don't miss out!

Find out more about Maybank QRPay and their amazing promos on their website today!

For more #lifestyle stories:

                Maybank Now Has Its Own E-Wallet, And Here’s Why You Should Start Using It

You can shop online, book flight tickets, and split bills with this e-wallet!

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                EPF Says Singles Can Live Comfortably From RM1,870 Each Month But Some Malaysians Disagree

BelanjawanKu is meant to be used as a guide for financial planning and budgeting.

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                Pahang Student Shares How She Managed To Save RM615 Within Three Months

She used the 'green note' method.

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GrabMart Is Having A Flash Sale With Up To 50% Off innisfree, ROYCE' Chocolate, And More

Since launching in November last year, GrabMart has been helping Malaysians get their groceries, health & beauty products, and more delivered to them with zero hassle

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You know how annoying it is when you order something online, and have to wait forever for it to arrive. Ughhh, the worst part is when you need to wait all day long for the parcel to arrive at your doorstep, afraid you might miss it! Or how about the times you just need one or two cooking essentials, and you’re lazy to drive all the way to the market, find parking, get groceries, pay for parking, then drive all the way back home.Thankfully, GrabMart is here to help you get anything from healthy & beauty products, to snacks, beverages, gifts, or even fresh produce delivered to you within 30 minutes. Plus, you can see exactly where your delivery rider or driver is, so you won't have to worry whether you're there to collect your parcel.

Throughout the month of July, GrabMart will be having flash deals with up to 50% off some of your favourite products, in conjunction with their live streams

Besides getting your stuff delivered to you almost instantly, you'll also get to enjoy crazy savings with GrabMart's flash deals this July. All you have to do is tune in to their Facebook Live happening on these dates:

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- 15 July (Wednesday) | 7pm- 17 July (Friday) | 7pm- 20 July (Tuesday) | 7pm- 22 July (Wednesday) | 7pm On top of that, if you spend a minimum of RM30 on GrabMart, you can use the promo code “FREEDEL” to enjoy free delivery. It’s the perfect deal if you're looking to stock up on groceries, or just want to pamper yourself and your loved ones with a decadent treat.Make sure you RSVP here to join their Facebook Live.

Check out some of the brands participating in this flash sale:

1. Complete your skincare routine with essentials from innisfree

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Pamper your skin with the best of Korean skincare! Enriched with the powerful vitality of Jeju orchids, firm up your skin with this innisfree anti-aging set.

2. Get your cravings fixed with snacks and drinks from myNEWS.com

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If you want to grab some snacks and drinks to go with your Netflix show, get your cravings satisfied with myNEWS.com. You won't even have to leave your home, 'cause GrabMart will deliver it all in 30 minutes or less!

3. Indulge in fine Japanese desserts from ROYCE' Chocolate

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Skip the queue and the hassle of looking for parking in the mall, and get your sweet treats delivered to you with GrabMart. If you’re looking for something luxurious, nothing tastes better than the velvetty, creamy ROYCE' chocolates that just melt in your mouth. You can choose from one of their famous matcha or liquor chocolates, or opt for the fun chocolate-coated potato chips.

4. Order your fresh groceries from MART by Salad Atelier

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Why worry about driving to the market and carrying all your vegetables home when you can get it delivered to your doorstep within 30 minutes? Besides getting the freshest produce from MART by Salad Atelier, you can also get fruits, dried goods, and ready-to-cook dishes.

5. Stock up on health & beauty products from Watsons or Guardian

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If you've been eyeing that eye shadow or lipstick for a while, there's no better time to get it, with up to 50% off on GrabMart. Plus, you'll get to save lots when you stock up on shampoo, body wash, face wash, and other essentials from Watsons and Guardian.

6. Protect yourself and loved ones with products from BIG Pharmacy and CARING Pharmacy

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Running low on medical supplies or supplements at home? Get all your medicine, vitamins, and more from BIG Pharmacy and CARING Pharmacy through GrabMart. You can also get your daily supply of face masks and sanitisers delivered straight to you!

The GrabMart flash sale is happening throughout July, with free delivery available until the end of the month, so don't miss out!

RSVP to the upcoming Facebook Live or order on GrabMart now!

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Malaysia To Donate 50,000 Doses Of Vaccine To Bosnia-Herzegovina In The Name Of Humanity

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Malaysia has agreed to send 50,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to Bosnia and Herzegovina to help the southeastern European country with easing the rising number of fatalities and daily cases

According to Bernama, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Special Functions) Datuk Seri Mohd Redzuan Md Yusof said the aid is done in the name of humanity.Other countries that did not receive priority through the COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX) facility will receive aids from Malaysia too.He added that the decision was collectively made by the Cabinet."So far, Bosnia and Herzegovina has appealed to Malaysia as fatalities and infections in the country are rising and they face difficulties in the European community," said the minister."We agreed to provide 50,000 doses of vaccine (to Bosnia and Herzegovina) as we understand not all countries are as lucky as Malaysia which was given priority to obtain the COVID-19 vaccine."

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With that said, Mohd Redzuan assured that the vaccine gift would not affect the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme even though it is taken from the country's quota

"From what we have received, we have set aside the amount for them, and therefore, it would not affect our allocation to implement the national vaccination programme," he said."This is because we will continue to receive vaccines until the target of 70-80% vaccine recipients is reached."The Alor Gajah Member of Parliament (MP) said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Health will be managing the delivery of the vaccine.They have not finalised which type of vaccine will be delivered as they need to consider the logistical capability of Bosnia and Herzegovina first.He added that it is not a simple arrangement as Malaysia wants to ensure the European country is able to handle the logistics and does not want the vaccine aid to become a burden for them.

Stari Most, Old Bridge of Mostar, in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), as of 8 April, Bosnia and Herzegovina recorded 179,248 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the country that has a population of 3.2 million

The country has recorded 7,132 deaths — which is almost a 4% death rate.In comparison, Malaysia recorded 354,468 confirmed cases with 1,304 deaths. The death rate of COVID-19 in Malaysia is below 0.4%.

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Epidemiologist Fahrudin Kulenovic told Euronews that Bosnia and Herzegovina is surviving on vaccine charity given by other countries because they have a disorganised government."They haven't bought any single vaccine yet, and in Serbia, people get to pick their vaccines like cakes in the pastry shop — Chinese, Russian, German, or American," Kulenovic said. Serbia is the country next to Bosnia and Herzegovina.

			Here, we use what we receive as a gift.
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Currently, Bosnia has 52,000 doses, which were donated by Serbia and Russia. Turkey promised to send them 30,000 shots.Senior citizens in the country have started receiving vaccines in the Serb-populated part of the country — Republika Srpska.However, in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina — home to the Muslim-majority Bosniaks and Croats — they are still waiting for jabs. Healthcare workers in both parts of the country have been vaccinated, reported Euronews.


[VIDEO] Aksi Anak Kucing Yang 'Kedekut' Nak Kongsi Makanan Ini Buat Netizen Berdekah

Bagi siapa yang ada memelihara haiwan peliharaan seperti kucing pastinya sering melihat gelagat yang menghiburkan dari haiwan ini

Dengan adanya kucing, ia dapat menghilangkan rasa bosan dan sunyi dalam diri seseorang.Gelagat mereka ini tentunya membuatkan ramai yang cair dan geli hati apabila melihat si comel itu.Seperti yang tular baru-baru ini di media sosial apabila satu video menjukkan seekor anak kucing yang 'kedekut' dan tamak apabila dia tidak mahu berkongsi makanannya dengan seekor kucing lain meraih perhatian.

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Sanggup meniarap atas makanan sebab tidak mahu kongsi

Menerusi perkongsian video di laman Facebook, kelihatan dua ekor anak kucing berwarna putih dan kelabu sedang diberi makanan.Namun, lain pula yang jadi apabila anak kucing berwarna putih itu dipercayai 'meniarap' di atas pinggan makanan kerana tidak mahu berkongsinya dengan kucing tersebut.

Tak peduli dengan halangan kucing itu dan terus makan

Walau bagaimanapun, kucing yang berwarna kelabu berkenaan seolah-olah tidak mempedulikan dengan tindakan kucing berwarna putih tersebut dan terus mencuba untuk mendapatkan makanan.Jika dilihat kucing berwarna putih itu sedikit pun tidak berganjak dan cuba menetupi makanan tersebut tetapi masih lagi dimakan oleh kucing kelabu itu. Sampai habis bawah perut kucing putih dikoreknya. Lihat video penuh ini di bawah:

Sementara itu, rata-rata netizen juga turut terhibur melihat video berkenaan dan memberi reaksi mereka

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Aduhai, terhibur betul tengok aksi kucing ni. Comel je :)

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[VIDEO] Teacher Brings Students Across Flooded River In Plastic Bags

What if the only thing standing between you and certain death by drowning was a flimsy plastic bag?

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This is the reality facing the teachers and students at a kindergarten in the Vietnamese province of Dien Bien. Rising floodwaters have made it so difficult for students to cross the Nam Po Stream that teachers have resorted to dragging them across the water in plastic bags.

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The ingenious albeit dangerous method requires teachers to strip down to their bathers and pull the giant plastic bag - containing the fully-clothed student - across to the other side

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This whole scene was captured back in 2013 by a teacher Tong Thi Minh in the Sam Lang village. A nearby bridge was out of action as a result of the heavy rains so one smart parent decided to help the kids however he could.

This was the only way across the river in the small Sam Lang village. The nearby suspension bridge was down because of the flood.

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In this incredible clip, a man can be seen carefully wrapping up each child in a plastic bag before submerging himself neck deep to get the kids across the waters.

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Once safely across to the other side of the powerful river the man unwraps the bone-dry child and heads back across the river to fetch the next child. In the clip filmed last year, female teachers and students were seen waiting for their turn to traverse the Nam Po stream.

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Miss Minh, the teacher, told the Vietnamese newspaper Tuoi Tre news: "It's normal. That's the only way to cross the stream because no bridge can stand floodwater."

"I've taught here since September last year. At first, I did not know how to cross the stream so I had to follow what local villagers did later," she said.

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Teacher Tong Thi Minh pictured with the class who were taken across the river in bags
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Minh was transferred to the village last September and she regularly crosses the stream by plastic-bag. She said that when she first came to the stream, some local men standing around asked her if she had brought any plastic bags. Then one took out his own bag and instructed her to step in.

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Minh said she hesitated at first but her colleagues who had been there before said there was no other way. “They said we couldn’t wait for the flood to recede.” She recalled that the first voyage was “shaky and scary.” “I did not dare open my eyes. Only when he said “arrived” did I believe that I was still alive.”

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She said some of her female colleagues wanted to back out of the journey at first and one had to receive a lot of cheers and encouragement to step into the bag. But it has become a normal routine for all of them now. “Local people told us it’s the only way to cross the stream because no bridge could weather highlands flooding,” she said. Some students were pulled across by their parents.

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WATCH: The footage captures primary school children being carried across a river in giant plastic bags

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It's been widely shared on social media as people discuss the standard of bridge construction in remote parts of the country. As a result, the Transport Ministry has promised a bridge to a northern highlands village.

A Tuesday statement from Minister Dinh La Thang said the ministry will build a suspension bridge for locals, students and teachers in Sam Lang Village, Nam Po District, Dien Bien Province. The bridge promise followed a call on action by the public since the video was posted on YouTube Monday.

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Vice Minister of Transport Nguyen Hong Truong told Tuoi Tre  that the ministry has asked the province’s transport officials to examine the area and immediately provide locals some safer solutions to cross the river. “We believe that the bridge construction for the area will be carried out soon… I think it can be done in four or five months,” Truong said. A concrete bridge is estimated to cost around VND3.5 billion (US$166,000).

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Vice minister Truong said the ministry is also proposing to the government a larger plan to build suspension bridges in remote and highlands areas. If approved, around 186 first bridges in 28 provinces in the northern and central highlands will be built by the end of 2015.

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The 23-year-old nursery teacher, Minh, is excited to know of the bridge plan

Tong Thi Minh, a 23-year-old nursery teacher at Sam Lang village, Dien Bien Province who recorded a video of her colleagues and students crossing a stream during the flood season by being pulled across in plastic bags
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Minh told Tuoi Tre the village doesn’t have phone signals or electricity for television or radio, so she was unaware of the public attention to the problem until she had attended an event at the district center Tuesday night and was shown the video on another teacher’s computer. “I was so surprised. I can’t say how happy I am,” she said of the bridge plan.

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PDRM Officer In JB Killed While Chasing Suspects In A Myvi

Earlier today, 1 November, a policeman in Johor Bahru died after he was involved in a fatal accident while chasing suspects in a Myvi

The accident happened at 6.24am Sunday morning in Kangkar Tebrau, Johor Bahru.The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) officer was in pursuit of a Perodua Myvi, when the police patrol car collided with the suspects' Myvi and skidded before colliding with another car, a Perodua Aruz.In the accident, one other officer suffered serious injuries.

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The two suspects, however, managed to escape

Polis masih mengesan kereta MYVI dinaiki 2 suspek yang dapat loloskan diri dalam kejadian itu.— Mohd Redzuan Abdul Manap (@redzuanNewsMPB) November 1, 2020

In the accident, two other men were injured who were inside the Perodua Aruz.The body of a policeman was sent to Sultan Ismail Hospital (HSI) for an autopsy.

Over the week, a family asked for witnesses on the driver responsible for a traffic accident near the Damansara-Puchong Expressway:

                Family Needs Help Looking For A Hit-And-Run Driver Who Killed A Father-To-Be

There were people in the vicinity of the accident but nothing concrete has emerged yet.

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[VIDEO] Tak Tahan Nak 'Membuang', Penjual Burger Terpaksa Minta Pelanggan Ini Ganti Masak

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Gerai burger di tepi jalan menjadi pilihan ramai orang kerana rasanya berbeza dengan membeli makanan fast food bukan?

Malah, ada yang menyifatkan rasanya lebih asli dan lebih enak. Kadangkala sampai kita perlu beratur panjang nak beli burger.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok ini apabila seorang wanita berkongsi detik lucu ketika dia membeli burger tepi jalan bersama rakannya telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @keknisfc_braces Ko sembelit ke dik..lama samgat ni #fyp #foodtiktok  the psycho intro gone wrong  - Arielle

Penjual burger minta ganti sebab nak pergi tandas

Menerusi video tersebut, seorang wanita berkongsi situasi semasa dia ingin membeli burger tepi jalan bersama rakannya.Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah dia dilihat sedang memasak burger tersebut sambil memakai helmet dan diperhatikan oleh rakannya.Rupa-rupanya, difahamkan dia terpaksa menggantikan penjual burger berkenaan kerana dia ingin ke tandas. Malah, menurutnya dia terpaksa menunggu lebih kurang 45 minit sebelum kembalinya penjual burger itu.

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"Kalau saya ni dah excited dah nak buat burger sendiri" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut merasa terhibur melihat situasi tersebut.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 204.5K views, 30.9K likes dan 511 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Dia bila dah sakit perut semua boleh jadi. Nasib baik ada akak tu ya :P

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Colourful New Frog Species Discovered In Peninsular Malaysia

Researchers have discovered a new species of frog in a peat swamp in Peninsular Malaysia

Scientists have identified a new species of frog on the Malay Peninsula. The newly named Hylarana centropeninsularis was discovered in a peat swamp and genetic analyses revealed that it is evolutionarily distinct from its stream-dwelling cousins.

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The frog is black with vivid orange stripes and yellow spots

The new frog species, Hylarana centropeninsularis.
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The frog is named as Hylarana centropeninsularis. Centropeninsularis is a tribute to the Malay peninsular to raise awareness of the regions's biodiversity.

The researchers named their rediscovery centropeninsularis, referring to the frog’s home, the center of Peninsular Malaysia. According to Chan, this was part of an effort to raise awareness of the region’s natural significance.

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Kin Onn Chan, the scientist who discovered the frog, says "when it comes to biodiversity and conservation, a lot of attention has been given to Borneo, Indonesia and Indochina but Peninsular Malaysia has always been overlooked."

“I wanted to bring attention to Peninsular Malaysia,” he said. “When it comes to biodiversity and conservation, a lot of attention has been given to Borneo, Indonesia and Indochina but Peninsular Malaysia has always been overlooked.”

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The Hylarana centropeninsularis live in swamp ecosystems. Scientists suspect that there are many more new species in the Malaysian swamp and peat ecosystems waiting to be discovered.

The *Hylarana centropeninsularis* live in swamp ecosystems.
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Hylarana centropeninsularis has evolved to live in swamps, a tropical forest habitat characterized by waterlogged soil, which are home to many different species of animals. Chan and his team have spent years studying the biodiversity of swamps and suspect they may house many more new species awaiting scientific observation.

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“Swamp/peat ecosystems are very unique and species that live there have adapted to a very specialized lifestyle,” Chan said. “Due to the insular nature of many swap/peat habitats, it would be hard for species to disperse away… hence limiting gene flow.”

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If you go camping and bump into the Hylarana centropeninsularis, don't worry. The frog is not poisonous.

The Hylarana centropeninsularis.
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Despite its bright colors, Hylarana centropeninsularis is not poisonous.

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The Ultimate Throwback For Malaysians Who Grew Up Eating Maggi Mee

1. Remember that jingle that got stuck in our head for days, "Mee Maggi cepat dimasak, sedap dimakan"?

Remember that jingle that got stuck in our head for days,
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2. First two things we learnt to do in the kitchen:

(1) How to boil water, (2) Cook Maggi soup

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3. By the time we were in high school, we experimented with eggs, sausages, spring onions... ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED!

By the time we were in high school, we experimented with eggs, sausages, spring onions... ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED!
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4. Came home at 4pm after co-curriculur activities and no food on the table? Nevermind. We can 'kautim' ourselves.

Came home at 4pm after co-curriculur activities and no food on the table? Nevermind. We can 'kautim' ourselves.
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5. We packed more Maggi than clothes when preparing for a camping trip

We packed more Maggi than clothes when preparing for a camping trip.
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6. We survived on a Maggi-diet when we graduated to university and lived away from home

We survived on a Maggi-diet when we graduated to university and lived away from home.
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7. It was our favourite thing to order at the mamak when we couldn't even afford nasi lemak ayam

It was our favourite thing to order at the mamak when we couldn't even afford nasi lemak ayam.
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8. Mata kerbau, telur hancur, or no egg? We all have our different egg preferences.

Mata kerbau, telur hancur, or no egg? We all have our different egg preferences.
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9. We all have that one friend who will always lick their bowl of soup clean

We all have that one friend who will always lick their bowl of soup clean.
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Hong Kong Study Finds Over 60 Popular Biscuit Brands Contain Cancer-Causing Substances

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Hong Kong's Consumer Council has found cancer-causing substances in 60 brands of pre-packaged biscuits, wafers, digestives, and crackers sold in the city

The consumer watchdog revealed on Monday, 18 October, that they have found traces of glycidol and acrylamide in all of the various biscuit brands they tested.The biscuits they tested include popular brands that can also be found worldwide.

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The Hong Kong Consumer Council said the two chemicals are by-products of the high-temperature manufacturing process

Animal testing has shown that both glycidol and acrylamide may induce cancer.The European Union (EU) has a safety benchmark for acrylamide, which is 350mcg/kg of biscuits. However, the tests found that even a handful of biscuits exceeded the limit.Meanwhile, not quoting a safety limit, the levels of glycidol in the samples they tested had a wide range from 11mcg/kg to over 3,900mcg/kg.

A third contaminant, 3-MCPD, was also found in 75% of the samples

According to South China Morning Post, 3-MCPD is another manufacturing by-product known to affect kidneys and male reproductive organs.With the highest reading of 2,000mcg/kg of the contaminant in their test samples, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) says an adult can only consume up to eight biscuits to stay within the recommended daily intake.Meanwhile, a child of about five years old can only eat three biscuits to not cross the contaminant level.

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The watchdog also found that about most of the tested samples were high in fat, sugar, or sodium

Meanwhile, 40% of the biscuits carried misleading nutrition labels, which the council stressed was important information for consumers, especially those with long-term illnesses, such as diabetes and heart diseases.The most severe case was a sample of crackers detected with a saturated fatty acid content that exceeded the labelled amount by 76 times.

The council wants to remind consumers to carefully select what they eat and to refrain from excessive consumption of biscuits

They said while biscuits may be a humble snack, they should not be a substitute for regular meals.Healthier alternatives such as fresh fruit, unsalted roasted nuts, seeds, low-sugar soy milk, and low-fat or skimmed milk were suggested.The council also urged manufacturers to improve their production and to reduce the levels of contaminants, fat, sugar, and sodium in their food.Read the full report here.

Foods high in sugar and sodium are known to increase health issues:

                Ramen Reportedly Increases Your Risk Of Dying From Stroke, Says New Study

"Ramen, a popular food in Japan, is high in carbohydrates and salt and thus may increase the risk of stroke mortality."

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                Study Claims High Consumption Of Sugary Drinks Leads To Increased Cancer Risks

However, the observational study does not give conclusive proof of the link.

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20-Year-Old Malaysian Claims He Was "Robbed" In Thailand To Get More Money From His Father

After blowing all of his RM2,000 at a Chiang Mai bar in one night, a Malaysian youth filed a false police report claiming he was robbed

Using a translator, 20-year-old Pravin Krishnan claimed in the report to Muang police that he was robbed by a knife-wielding "Caucasian man" with a "blond beard".According to a Chiang Mai police source, the youth had arrived alone to the city last Thursday (16 August), reported The Star.

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Police swiftly carried out an investigation, but interviews with residents and a security guard at the scene of the 'crime' turned up nothing.

Pravin eventually admitted that he had made up the robbery after police told him that no evidence of a robbery was found at the scene

The 'robbery' was used to cover-up the fact that he was 'broke' from his night at the bar and needed more money from his father.He also claimed to be from the family of a successful businessman.

The one-night escapade could become a three-year getaway in Thai prison if he is convicted

Pravin could possibly spend three years in prison and a fine of 10,000 baht (RM1,250) if he is convicted, though the sentence can be suspended at the judge’s discretion.

Adding salt to the wound, Pravin allegedly tried to bribe Thai authorities with 10,000 baht (RM2,500) to drop the case

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“The Malaysian might think this is a joke, offering payment for us to forget the case. It doesn’t work like that,” authorities said, as reported by Malay Mail."Just imagine if a man was falsely accused of robbing someone. That individual could be spending the rest of his life in prison," they added.

Pravin has been denied bail and is under police custody until his next court appearance, which is possibly in a week's time.His father was also reported to have arrived in Chiangmai a few days ago.


Kereta Melambung & Hampir Hilang Kawalan, ‘Bonggol’ Depan Unisel Kini Ditutup Sementara

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Jalan bonggol yang baru dibuat di hadapan Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) kini diarah tutup buat sementara

Jalan ke Persiaran Tun Arsyad Ayub berhadapan Universiti Selangor (Unisel) Kampus Shah Alam telah ditutup sementara sebagai langkah keselamatan selepas tular video beberapa kereta melambung ketika melanggar bonggol di kawasan itu.Seorang pengguna Twitter, Adie Hussin memuat naik video memaparkan situasi beberapa pengguna jalan raya nyaris kemalangan akibat kemunculan ‘bonggol maut’ di Seksyen 7, Shah Alam itu.Lihat ciapan itu di bawah:

BE AWARE!!! AMARAN!!!Depan Unisel seksyen 7 shah alam tiba2 pulak lalu tadi ada bump besar bapak, buat bump takde jalur2 kuning. Xtahu nak mengadu kt sape ni, harap warganet berhati-hati dan mohon perlahankan kenderaan.@JKRSelangor pic.twitter.com/v7j6MmIblj— ABANG KIAH (@adiehussin94) December 11, 2022

MBSA tutup jalan buat sementara waktu

Menerusi laman Facebook Majlis Bandaraya Shah Alam (MBSA), kelihatan pihak bandaraya telah memuat naik status baharu berhubungan dengan isu bonggol di hadapan Unisel.Difahamkan, pihak MBSA memaklumkan jalan tersebut ditutup buat sementara bagi kerja-kerja penambaikan di kawasan berkenaan.Papan tanda pemandu memperlahankan kenderaan dan cat garisan kuning telah dipasang sebagai langkah keselamatan dan peringatan kepada pengguna.Lihat ciapan itu di bawah:

"Kesian kalau kereta rendah. Hancur" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pelbagai reaksi terkejut mereka selepas saja melihat video-video tersebut.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, ciapan berkenaan telah meraih 22.8K retweets, 2,326 quotes tweets dan 16.8K likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Harap pihak berkuasa dapat tangani isu ini dengan segera :/

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How Practical Is This Pair Of Ray-Bans That Charges Your iPhone?

A designer has turned a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses into an iPhone charging device by adding solar panels to them

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Wearables are all the rage these days, especially with Google Glass getting a possible wider release soon. But Glass is not the only wearable of its kind and it will definitely have plenty of competition once it starts rolling out. One such rival could be Ray-Ban's new prototype solar-powered sunglasses.

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Dubbed the Ray-Ban “Shama”, the concept device has a frame that can capture solar power throughout the day, which can then be used to charge an iPhone or any iOS device with a Lightning port.

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The shades have a small solar panel on each arm, and that's apparently enough to charge an iPhone 5 when the sun goes down. Here's how

The temples (arms) of the sunglasses capture sunlight throughout the day, and you plug them into your iPhone when the sun goes down.

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One of the temples would detach, revealing a connector to plug directly into an iPhone. The energy would be stored throughout the body of the sunglasses, presumably.

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This may or may not be technically viable: The iPhone sucks down a lot of power, and solar power tends to be more passive than wall power when transferring power.

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Sunglasses to power your smartphone? Why not!

Solar-panel sunglasses can recharge your smartphone.
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Thought up by Indian designer Sayalee Kaluskar, the wearable is just a concept so far

The design is just a concept at this point. The Shama was envisioned and mocked up by Cutwater’s Sayalee Kaluskar while studying at the Miami Ad School, replete with sassy ad copy (“So now, even when the sun goes down, you still look badass.”)

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Sayalee Kaluskar
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She simply took a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses and placed small solar panels on each side of the frame, allowing the sunglasses to harness solar energy during the day, reveals psfk.  She designed it as a part of the student project at the San Francisco campus of the Miami Ad School. The name is the urdu word for a lamp or candle.

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"This Is A Case Of Personal Opinion" – ZUS Coffee Releases Statement Over 5 Sen Fiasco

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Local coffee chain retailer ZUS Coffee has released a statement responding to a customer's viral account of receiving five sen short of change at one of their branches

On 28 September, a Facebook post by user Fdaus Ahmad went viral for discussing the practice of some businesses in Malaysia that round down customers' change by five sen when they do not have enough change.He wrote the post after buying some coffee from a ZUS Coffee branch in Tanjung Malim, Perak.Fdaus detailed that he bought a cup of coffee for RM11.75, and after paying RM12 for it, had only received 20 sen in change — five sen less than he should have received — because the cashier did not have any five sen coins.However, after bringing it up, the cashier immediately gave him an additional 10 sen.

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In a statement on 1 October, ZUS Coffee chief operations officer Venon Tian apologised for the incident and said the chain launched an immediate investigation into the issue

He described the incident in detail according to closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage and emphasised that, based on their findings, their team member returned the change as soon as the customer asked for it.Nonetheless, Tian said the customer had highlighted that "despite a mere five sen, a business should return the exact change, or more, and never shortchange".He also concluded, "We do not see this as a case of shortchanging but highlighting personal opinion, which all businesses should adapt."The COO also shared the team's action plans to resolve the issue, saying that the chain will remove all five sen denominations from their prices the next time they revamp the menu.

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However, the statement did not sit well with social media users, as many netizens pointed out that the coffee retailer's apology had mocked and dismissed the customer's quandary

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Prior to the statement, ZUS Coffee had already been criticised for their response to the issue, when on 30 September, they released a 75 sen off voucher, apologising for "all the five sen that they could not return" previously.

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ZUS Coffee drew more flak when, along with the apology statement, they released CCTV footage of the incident itself on social media

According to their tweets, the coffee retailer had intended to show that their junior barista handled the situation well.However, the video caused an uproar on Twitter as netizens pointed out that the company was exposing their customer's identity.

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Read about the customer's original viral post here:

                "It's A Matter Of Principle" – M'sians Debate If Customers Should Accept 5 Sen Shortchange

"Why do I have to absorb the loss of five sen when you're the one without the change?" questioned a customer.

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Jalan-Jalan For The Long Weekend? Travel Back In Time At This Enchanting Museum In Ipoh

If Ipoh's your destination for the long weekend or if you're looking for places to go just for vibes in the town, Time Tunnel is a must on your list

You might not notice the museum at first, as the ground floor of the shoplot is a vast display of beautifully-carved wooden furniture and sculptures made from high quality local lumber. Before heading to the museum, the uncle and auntie looking after the shop will be glad to tell you what makes the wood so special, they might even tell you a story or two about its history.The museum itself is a floor above the woodwork display, and will cost you an entrance fee of RM8 (at the time of writing).

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The museum takes up the two floors of the shoplot, with most of the memorabilia displayed on the first

Upon climbing the stairs, you will be greeted with an array of woven baskets and trays, and the exhibition begins with prints and articles detailing the history of Malaya and Ipoh itself. Various memorabilia decorate the corridors, ranging from old tiffin carriers to candy boxes, bicycles, and a barber chair with a mirror on the wall.

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Memorabilia are displayed by mini sections; everyday items, toys, school books and stationery, records and cassettes, movie posters, currency, and old photographs. The items of the museum are from personal collections and donations.

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The floor also has a section that is designed to look like an old school kopitiam, complete with the table, chair, cash register, and kitchen — all of which are lined with items from the past

Dinnerware made from tin, old milk cans, vintage candy boxes, and toys decorate each display to recreate the scene from a kopitiam back in the day.

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Going up the short flight of stairs leads you to the loft of the museum, decorated like a tailor's room

In here you'll find more personal items like diaries, licences, and cosmetics. It's comparatively smaller than the exhibit on the first floor, but still filled with history regardless.

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So why exactly should you visit Time Tunnel?

Visiting the museum is best if you're a lover of history, or if you'd just like to step away from the regular tourist attractions for a more intimate experience. But what would make the visit really worthwhile is if you take your parents, or someone who has lived through the times on display. The stories they tell from the nostalgia they get upon seeing the things they used to have when they were younger would really make the experience even more special.

Be sure to put this cosy little museum on your itinerary for your next visit to Ipoh!

Visit Time Tunnel - Ipoh Old Town at:23, Jalan Panglima, Ipoh Old Town, 30000 Ipoh, PerakOperating hours:9am - 4.30pm (Daily)

Here are some other historical places in Ipoh you should check out:

                This Old Ipoh Building That Was Once A Famous Tailor Shop Has A Unique History Behind It

It also housed a Japanese spy who operated one of Perak's first photo studios!

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                This Cave In Malaysia Takes You Through Different Levels Of 'Hidden' Chambers & Streams

Slide, crawl, and get soaked.

Read the full story


[VIDEO] Ibu Belikan Hadiah Birthday 'Dancing Cactus' Untuk Anak, Tapi Lain Pula Yang Jadi

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Sebagai ibu bapa, sudah pastinya membelikan mainan untuk anak kecil adalah aktiviti wajib bukan?

Bayi yang sedang membesar sememangnya memerlukan mainan yang dapat merangsang pemikiran dan tumbesaran mereka.Tetapi, lain pula yang jadi kepada seorang bayi ini apabila ibunya membelikan mainan sebagai hadiah hari jadi mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @najiiiiiiha hadiah birthday bertukar tragedi ##fyp ##baby  original sound  - n

Menangis bila kena ejek dengan patung dancing cactus

Menerusi perkongsian video daripada @najiiiiiiha, kelihatan dia menghadiahkan patung viral dancing cactus kepada anak kecilnya sempena hari jadi.Patung cactus itu akan mengulang semula bunyi atau percakapan di sekelilingnya. Namun, bayi comel itu mula menangis apabila ketawa kecilnya diejek oleh patung berkenaan.Tambahan lagi, pokok cactus tersebut menari seolah-olah ia hidup membuatkan si kecil itu melalak dengan lebih kuat kerana takut akannya.

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"Hahahaha this will be my top list toys for my future child" - Warganet

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih sehingga 5.8M tontonan, 403.3K tanda suka dan 24.6K perkongsian di TikTok. Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata warganet turut terhibur selepas melihat reaksi bayi itu yang takut akan pokok dancing cactus.Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Kesian dia bukan main lagi menangis ya, comel je! :D

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This Hidden Restaurant In PJ Is A Treasure Trove Of Nostalgic Items From The Past

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Tucked behind an unsuspecting, closed metal door at a shophouse in Taman Paramount is a small eatery that'll transport you back in time

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Earlier this year, this old shophouse in PJ was converted into a nostalgic haven with items from decades ago: a rotary dial phone, a retro television set, a film camera, VHS tapes, and chairs you'll probably recognise from your grandparents' home.

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It's like entering a time machine that takes you back to the '90s, maybe even the '70s and '80s. And who doesn't love a good reminiscence?

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CUEat27 was founded by a group of DJs who can no longer grace the decks due to the pandemic. Combining their passion for home cooking and arts, they found a different approach to bring people happiness — by opening this small eatery.

In agreement with the landlord to keep the unit's structural integrity and layout, the restaurant's owners thrifted furniture to create this vintage space while retaining the classic PJ shophouse's old-school elements.

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Serving mainly pork-infused fusion dishes, the restaurant's chefs are constantly experimenting and creating new dishes

For example, they shared with SAYS that they are working on a bakso marinara pasta and have yet to finalise the menu.

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If you love a drink every now and then, they also have a variety of craft beers available.

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CUEat27 views themselves as just a bunch of folks who are constantly trying, and facing daily challenges to put pasta on the table. As they grow, they will open up new sections and add more of their personal collections. But for now, due to the small space, they only take in customers with reservations. You can make a reservation through WhatsApp or by dropping them a message through their social media.Address:27, Jalan 21/1, Sea Park, 46000 Petaling Jaya, SelangorOperating hours:12pm to 12am (Daily)Closed on Mondays. Contact number: +6016-6278270 (WhatsApp)Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

These other eateries also took a fresh approach to refurbishing old buildings:

                Old Subang Shoplot With Arched Window & Skylight Roof Becomes New Minimalistic Restaurant

It serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and will be adding a bar on its highest floor.

Read the full story

                Take A Breather At This Quaint Little Cafe In KL Located In A Homey Apartment

A relaxing escape.

Read the full story

                1920s Terrace House In Bukit Bintang Gets Remodelled Into A Fresh, Naturally Lit Cafe

The cafe is set to open on Monday, 19 April.

Read the full story

                [PHOTOS] This 109-Year-Old Pos Malaysia Office Has Been Given New Life As A Retro Kopitiam

The retro cafe opened just last year.

Read the full story


12 Best Gift Ideas For The Savviest Travel Addicts In Your Life

Do you have a friend whose mission next year is to eat well and travel often? Here are 11 thoughtful gifts to inspire the travel kakis in your life!

1. This mini handheld camera for your next snorkelling trip

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The HTC RE Cam is such a fuss-free camera, it doesn't even have a viewfinder. Its 146° wide angle will do the trick. Weighing 66.6 grams, this camera is all you need for your next outdoor adventure without the frills of say, a GoPro. The RE Live Stream setting allows you to stream videos live from the camera to social networks. Strap it to your backpack, mount it on a bicycle or take it for a dip in the sea (up to 1 meter underwater).Price: RM689. Get Lazada Coupons for discounts on your next gadget purchase.

2. This Baubax travel jacket that comes with 15 features, you wouldn't wanna change out of it

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Baubax, the 'world's best' travel jacket comes equipped with a built-in neck pillow, eye mask, gloves, earphone holders, drink pocket, tech pockets of all sizes, and even a zipper that turns into a pen!Price: USD89.

3. This woolen backpack that will keep your laptop safe (and dry)

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Malaysian brand Terminus designs highly functional bags for people whose active lifestyles mean keeping their gadgets safe with them. The Woolevard Backpack 2.0 is a contour-shaped bag that keeps your laptop or tablet safe in its hard-case material, without making things look unnecessarily bulky or 'old-fashioned'. There's even a rain-coat cover to keep the bag dry!Price: RM225.

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4. This wallet to keep all the important documents in one place

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It's leather, it looks great, and keeps everything in place. You won't lose important receipts or loose change with something like this to keep everything in neat compartments. You also ave a lot more time without having to dig around your travel tote.Price: RM190.

5. Recommend this app for free voice and video calls because no one likes exorbitant roaming charges

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FLEXIROAM is an app and service designed for travellers to make free voice and video calls to other app users, while charges for calls to local and international numbers are kept to a minimal at local rates.Learn more about FLEXIROAM and why it should be one of the first things you download before boarding that plane.Price: Download for free.

6. This super flat travel adaptor that's also a power bank and USB port!

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The 'foldable' Flip Power by OneAdaptr is one-third the size of the bulky British three-pin plug and doubles up as a power bank! It's possibly THE most genius gift for power hungry friends! Price: USD39.99.

7. Any of these Star Wars luggage tags

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Because any Star Wars themed gifts score you all sorts of brownie points. Warning: attaching these tags to your luggage bag might attract more attention than it should.Price: USD8.

8. This neck rest because good sleep is underrated

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A neck rest isn't only for 'mature' travellers! Catch some shut-eye in comfort on a soft neck rest like this one from Cotton On.Price: RM45.

9. This quirky set of notebooks to put back the fun in travel journaling

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Malaysia's very own Mossery has a range of notebooks with delightful illustrated covers, like this set of 14cm × 20cm notebooks fondly named 'The Pilot, The Detective and The Tycoon'. Yup, Moleskines aren't the only option out there!Price: RM36.44 for a single notebook / RM90.03 for a set of three.

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10. This 4-in-1 lens phone enhancement for next level mobile photography

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The Olloclip will "take pictures worth 1,000 likes." The award-winning 4-in-1 lens for iPhone 6/6s & iPhone 6/6s Plus is lightweight and compact, making it one of the best phone accessories for beautiful, clear mobile photography. Lenses include fisheye, wide-angle, macro 10x and 15x - all of which are also wearable pendants for scramble-free access!Price: USD80.

11. This universal power adaptor kit because everyone hates bulky batteries and long cables

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Traveling with four to five different electronic devices not only means having to make space for long cables and bulky batteries, but having to travel with extra weight. Tumi's slim power adaptor kit comes with different tips for almost every device in a leather-trimmed carrying case. You can connect the power adaptor anywhere - in the hotel, your car, or in an airplane! Price: USD195.

12. This life-saving waterproof case that's also drop-proof, dirt-proof and snow-proof!

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LifeProof cases are one of the best waterproof cases in the market today, with the ability to protect your phone when you surf, swim or dive for as deep as 2 meters underwater for one whole hour. It comes in different phone sizes for iPhone, Samsung, Motorola, and even tablet users.Price: From USD79.99.

The best travel gadgets and apps are the ones that keep your mind off distractions, and help make the most out of your travels. They just make our lives a lot easier. :)

Happy shopping!


AirAsia Is Looking For Their Stolen Buntings

A Thief Has Stolen 18 AirAsia Buntings From The AirAsia Check In Counters At klia2

A Thief Has Stolen 18 Air Asia Buntings From The AirAsia Check In Counters At KLIA2
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On Monday night, a thief made off with 18 AirAsia buntings, advertising destinations including India and China.

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The bunting were last seen at AirAsia KLIA2 check in counters.

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The Buntings Advertised Discounted Fares To Destinations Including India And China

AirAsia’s deals are so enticing even the bunting promoting the airline’s discounted fares were stolen.

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In Response To The Theft, AirAsia Tweeted A Poster Looking For Their Lost Buntings

They Also Tweeted A Poster Looking For Their Lost Buntings
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AirAsia Is Offering A "Handsome Reward" And "Countless Gratitude And Love" To Anyone Who Can Return The Missing Items

According to the post retweeted by AirAsia’s Twitter account, a ‘handsome reward’ will be given to those who return the missing items in addition to ‘countless gratitude and love’ from everyone at AirAsia.

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A Mandarin Version Of The Poster Was Also Found Posted By China Press

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This May Seem Like One Of AirAsia's Witty Advertising Moves, But The Budget Carrier Has Confirmed That The Theft Really Did Took Place

When called, the airline confirmed that the theft took place and denied the incident as a joke or an advertising move.

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Why Would Anyone Steal AirAsia Buntings?


Islamic Fashion Festival Set To Showcase Trending Modest Clothing Designs & Raise Funds

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Badan Amal Kasih Sayang (BAKASA) and the Malaysian Armed Forced Family Welfare Association (BAKAT) have teamed up to organise the upcoming Islamic Fashion Festival 2022 Royal Charity Gala Dinner

The internationally-known festival is based on an initiative by YAM Tengku Puteri Seri Teja Puan Sri Datuk Hajah Tengku Muhaini binti Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah, and will be happening at Dewan Perkasa, Wisma Perwira, Angkatan Tentera Malaysia on 30 November.

The Islamic Fashion Festival will showcase the latest in modest Islamic clothing design, featuring the creative works of famous fashion designers from Malaysia and Indonesia.

On top of that, the festival aims to raise funds for charity, while making community transformation programmes a success.

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Through this festival, funds will be channelled to the Rumah Kanak-Kanak Tengku Ampuan Afzan (RuKTAA) and the Centre of Innovation Tengku Ampuan Afzan (CINTAA), under the auspices of BAKASA, with BAKAT assisting the programme. In addition, BAKAT hopes to extend its reach to the wider community through its partnership in this event.According to Puan Sri Tengku Muhaini, both organisations are in dire need of funds to continue with various programmes for BAKASA children and BAKAT members. Nevertheless, their programmes have shown progress."On the BAKASA side, we had seen a 30% improvement in our children's grades when we implemented afternoon e-tuition classes and involved them in CINTAA."For BAKAT, we conducted culinary and fashion training programmes for our BAKAT ladies (mostly wives of our soldiers and officers) with complimentary equipment (oven, sewing machines, and measuring sets), which resulted in earnings skyrocketing from RM50 to RM200 per day," she said.

During the festival, there will also be kiosks for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to display their items to the public

The items for sale are handmade by BAKAT members, the wives of officers, and members of the Malaysian Armed Forces.The kiosks will operate at Dewan Perkasa, Wisma Perwira ATM from 30 November to 1 December.

Last but not least, the event hopes to exhibit the potential and skills of BAKAT members, while opening opportunities for them to increase family income and self-sufficiency


"The Flying Lions" — Lion Dancers Perform In The Air Using Water Jet Packs

Traditions are what make different cultures so special.
But as time progresses, people have a way of sprucing up customs we've been practising for centuries.

A recent clip posted to community Facebook page, 我们是马来西亚人 We are Malaysians, has gone viral after a rather unique performance by lion dancers threw some surprises in the air — literally. In the one-minute video, a group of people can be seen crowding Darling Harbour in Sydney, Australia. After a brief moment, the camera pans to a visual of lion dancers performing their talented skills — in the air, and over the water.Manoeuvring with grace and ease, the two dancers are donned in lion costumes, one red and one yellow. While the clip mostly shows them moving in freestyle, the two lions converge at certain points to dance in synchronisation.Swerving and dipping, the dancers were cheered on by the crowd. Each dancer's water jet pack was connected to a jet ski, with riders who accompanied them to ensure their safety.

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Here's a snippet of the full performance:

The post has since garnered over 5,000 likes on Facebook and been shared more than 2,000 times

A slew of Facebook users were amazed at the performance, and praised the dancers for doing a magnificent job in the air. "This lion dance goes to the next level!" wrote one user.

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A few others cracked some jokes about the performance and even gave alternatives ideas for the future."Land lions, sea lions, and now there are sky lions!" wrote one user. Another person even suggested that the lion dancers try ice skating next.

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However, a few people did not jive to the groove of the performance, saying that it did not reflect what a traditional lion dance should be like for Chinese New Year."The song doesn't match, so it doesn't feel like Chinese New Year season," penned one individual.

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Nevertheless, one comment by an older Facebook user seemed to encompass the entire spirit of the performance."Oldies like me still prefer the traditional dance. But this is still alright to attract the younger generation," he wrote.

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What do you think of this lion dance? Let us know!

Watch the full clip below:

These lion dancers added a modern take to their performance by grooving to BLACKPINK, LMFAO, and the Squid Game theme:

                Lion Dancers Go Viral For Brilliant Dance Moves To Beats Of BLACKPINK, LMFAO & Squid Game

"I bet the bad spirits stayed to watch."

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Meanwhile, in Malaysia, a Malay girl performed a lion dance flawlessly with her Chinese partner:

                [VIDEO] Malay Girl Flawlessly Performs Lion Dance With Her Chinese Partner

*Cries in multilingual*

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Here's How HONOR Is Giving The iPhone XS Max A Run For Its Money With The View20

Flagship phones come and go.
In the case of the new HONOR View20 and its unique hole-punch selfie camera, so do notches.

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Huawei's own e-brand HONOR unveiled the View20, its 2019 flagship device in Paris on 22 January

HONOR president George Zhao at the launch in Paris on 22 January.
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Boasting a 6.4-inch screen with its hole-punch selfie camera, the View20 is "winning over professional reviewers and fans alike", according to HONOR president George Zhao. With minimal bezel and the 25MP in-screen front-facing camera, HONOR argues that it has managed to eliminate the notch while "ensuring better usability".

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Removing the notch, hated by many on 2018 phones, was just the first step. The View20's 48MP rear camera, first of its own with the AI Ultra-Clarity mode, is another marvel.Above all else, we found that the battery on the View20 lasts for up to 1.5 days of use, with a screen-on time of up to seven hours!

As with the tradition at phone launches, HONOR president George Zhao made multiple references to Apple's iPhone XS Max during the event. Here are some of them:

1. Bye-bye, notch design

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George called out the notch on the XS Max for restricting the content visible on screen at any point in time. To show what he meant, a photograph of a lighthouse on both phones appeared on the big screen during the event.

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While the top of the tower was visible on the View20 thanks to the hope-punch front camera, the XS Max was unable to display the same. One would have to pinch on the photo to zoom-out in order to view it in full.

2. Battle of the rear cameras

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To prove the superiority of the View20 48MP rear camera, George invited an employee to perform a demonstration using both the HONOR flagship and the XS Max. Both phone cameras were used to capture the same page of a French newspaper.Here are the results after the photos were zoomed into:

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"The HONOR View20 (is) much clearer, and you can see more details," said George during the launch. The HONOR president also noted that the DxOMark score of the XS Max is 105 while presenting the side-by-side resolution comparison with the View20.

3. GPS accuracy

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George boasted that the View20 is capable of receiving signals from two GPS systems simultaneously to improve location accuracy. He added that the View20 uses the HONOR AI GPS Satellite Selection technology to achieve the increased accuracy, especially in urban areas where signals could be obstructed by a bridge or other structures. According to the HONOR president, location detection on the View20 is accurate to within 15 metres, while the XS Max was slightly better than the industry standard of 30 metres.

Three colourways of the View20 will go on sale in Malaysia today, 26 January

Available colours of the View20.
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The phone will be made available in these colours: sapphire blue, midnight black, and for the Moschino collaboration – phantom blue. The phantom red colour will be available in the future.While the regular blue and black colours already show chevron shapes on the back of the View20, the Moschino edition of the phone has the chevron shapes intensified as they catch the light.

Chevron shapes on the midnight black edition of the View20.
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The phantom red edition of the Moschino x HONOR collaboration for the View20, which shows intensified chevron shapes on its back.
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You can check out the flagship phone at One Utama Shopping Centre beginning 9am today, which retails from RM1,999

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Here are the prices for the phone:- RM1,999 for 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM, and- RM2,499 for 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM (Moschino edition).First 200 customers at the roadshow, located on the Ground Floor of Highstreet in the mall, will receive an HONOR Watch Magic smartwatch. Subsequent 800 customers will receive an HONOR Band 4 instead. The first 1,000 customers will receive an HONOR backpack along with their purchases during the two-day roadshow.

The HONOR roadshow in One Utama Shopping Centre.
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Here's a closer look at HONOR's flagship phone:

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LGE: Najib Approved Arul Kanda's Salary Package of RM5 Mil For Doing 6 Months Of Work

Former chief executive officer (CEO) of 1MDB Arul Kanda Kandasamy was given a salary package of RM5 million for six months of work this year, Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng revealed on Tuesday, 31 July

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The salary amount was approved by ex-prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and signed off by former treasury secretary-general Tan Sri Irwan Serigar, reported The Edge Markets.

Lim added that RM2.5 million of his salary was paid between January to June this year while the rest of the amount was meant to have been given after 30 June

"Luckily there was a change in government," Lim said during a Parliament session on Tuesday, 31 July."We will not pay the remaining amount," he concluded, according to The Star.

Arul Kanda was sacked in June on the grounds of dereliction of duties by 1MDB, a company wholly owned by the Ministry of Finance

Former CEO of 1MDB Arul Kanda
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Kanda was on garden leave that was meant to end on 30 June, but was sacked two days earlier.His three-year contract, that was supposed to have come to its close last December, was extended for six months in January, reported The Star.The 41-year-old law graduate took over as president and group executive director of 1MDB in 2015 in an effort to turn around the controversial project that had a whopping debt of RM45 billion at that time. Kanda was fired when he "breached the contract and fiduciary duty" as head of the state investment firm, as stated in his letter of termination, reported New Straits Times.

In May, Lim Guan Eng discovered that the Finance Ministry had been bailing the 1MDB firm out of its debt since 2017:

                LGE Reveals Finance Ministry Has Been Bailing Out 1MDB By Paying Off Its Debt Obligations

In addition, 1MDB is due to pay RM143.75 million worth of interest by 30 May.

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