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Indian Condo Manager Hates Chinese Worship Shrine

Jened — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:28:26 +0800

The Indian building manager wants to demolish a 30-year-old Chinese worship shrine inside the condo, raising concerns about racial bias

The Indian building manager purposely did not include the Chinese shrine in the AGM agenda booklet. The manager played a trick to suddenly asked
the residents to vote on demolishing the Chinese shrine inside the condo, which seemed unfair. Because of this, the shrine may be demolished or moved
to a hidden place inside the condo.

What should we do to maintain this 30+ years old worship shrine?

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Husband & wife control SL condo since 2018

Will you help your parents when they are old?

Jened — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:47:02 +0800

Please ask yourself, can you live with your parents when they are old and need your help even you have a family?
Will you only to marry your wife on condition she can live together with your parents?
Can you work nearby to your parents so that you can take care of them?

How are you arrange to help your old parents?
How can we do something to help our old parents?

Our parents feed and take care their kids from at least 17 years (high school) or to 22 years (college year),
can their kids feed and take care their parents 17 years?

https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/202...20-years/180404

Lonely deaths: Raub couple found lifeless in shophouse, post-mortem confirms heart attacks; wife suffered Parkinson’s for 20 years

Sunday, 15 Jun 2025 10:11 AM MYT

KUANTAN, June 15 — An elderly couple was found dead in their home in a shophouse in Kampung Sungai Ruan, Raub, yesterday.

Raub district police chief Superintendent Mohd Shahril Abd Rahman said the body of Wong Tong Seng, 75, was found lying in front of the kitchen sink and infested
with maggots while the body of his wife, Loh Kam Ngo, 73, was found lying at the edge of the bed in one of the rooms.

“The initial inspection found no elements of crime and the house was in good condition,” he said in a statement yesterday.

He said further investigations and post-mortem results conducted at the Raub Hospital found that the cause of death for both victims was
due to Acute Coronary Syndrome (heart attack).

He also said that the woman had been suffering from Parkinson’s disease for the past 20 years, while her husband was reported to have received treatment for his heart
at Klinik Kesihatan Ulu Gali, and the case was classified as sudden death. — Bernama

2 Malaysians accepted into top US military schools

Jened — Sat, 14 Jun 2025 14:47:44 +0800

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025...ilitary-schools

Two Malaysians accepted into top US military schools

KUALA LUMPUR: From Malaysia to the elite halls of West Point and Annapolis, two young Malaysians are charting a course into the United States’ premier military academies, turning
years of ambition and passion into major achievements.

Luthfil Haikal Haswadi and Rakis Ruhaim Abdul Rahman have earned coveted places at the US Military Academy in New York and the US Naval Academy in Maryland, respectively.

For 19-year-old Luthfil, it all began with a spark. Raised in Dungun, Terengganu, his interest in military history, strategy and geopolitics ignited at just 12.

He devoured books on war and revolutionary technology, eventually setting his sights on West Point.

That vision shaped his path through school, where he earned 9A+s in SPM, emerged as valedictorian at MRSM Pendang, received the MRSM Academic Excellence Award 2023 and achieved
a flawless 4.0 CGPA in foundation studies in Engineering and Technology.

He even turned down an offer from Japan’s National Defence Academy to pursue what he called a “deeper dream” at West Point.

Now a first-year cadet studying Operations Research and Data Science at Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia, Luthfil also stays active through football, swimming, kayaking and national-level debating.

Both will have good chance to become generals

400,000 teachers to be trained AI-powered tools

Jened — Sat, 14 Jun 2025 14:42:18 +0800

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025...-tools-says-sim

Nearly 400,000 teachers to be trained with AI-powered tools, says Sim

KUALA LUMPUR: As part of efforts to prepare the workforce for the artificial intelligence (AI) era, the Human Resources Ministry has introduced a large-scale programme to
train almost 400,000 teachers in AI-powered teaching methods.

Its Minister, Steven Sim, said the programme involving 395,000 educators, called “AI for Educators”, will be carried out in collaboration with the Education Ministry.

He said it aims not only to equip teachers with technical AI skills but also to deepen their understanding of ethical considerations in using such technologies in the classroom.

“Our teachers are the frontliners in human capital development.

“They must be empowered with the latest knowledge and tools to prepare our people for the challenges of the AI era.

“This reflects not only the commitment of the Human Resources Ministry but also the wider commitment of the Madani government to ensure our educators lead the way,” he said in
his speech at the National Training Week (NTW) 2025 Summit in Bukit Jalil here on Saturday (June 14).

Sim also revealed that this year’s NTW had surpassed all expectations, with over two million Malaysians participating in free training sessions, doubling the initial target of one million.

WE need to learn AI if not cannot catich up the modern world

Good time to buy Chinese-Made Cars

Jened — Sat, 14 Jun 2025 14:30:05 +0800

https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/...china-made-cars

Now’s as good a time as any to buy China-made cars

Yamin Vong
Buyers in Malaysia and Southeast Asia can benefit from China’s industrial policy, which includes broad subsidies for the sector.
yamin vong

Now is a good time for people in Malaysia and Southeast Asia to buy Chinese cars. They offer good value for money, being about 30% cheaper than equivalent legacy car models, and are packed with features previously only offered in cars from premium brands that cost twice as much.

However, the main disadvantage of Chinese cars is that they lack the legacy enjoyed by the 150-year old Mercedes Benz or Peugeot, or even the 118-year old Toyoda loom company which preceded the 88 year-old Toyota Motor Corporation.

To overcome that fear of the unknown, Chinese car makers who began global exports only about 10 years ago started with gimmicky but nevertheless mind-boggling vehicle warranties, such as a million kilometres for their internal combustion engines.

While that phase is over, many Chinese EV makers still offer an outstanding eight-year 160,000km powertrain warranty covering electric motors, inverter and related drivetrain components to emphasise confidence in their core EV technology.

Coming back to my main point, it’s very simple. Malaysian and Southeast Asian car buyers are benefiting from China’s industrial policy, which includes broad infrastructural subsidies for the car industry from the central government.

On another level, many provincial governments in China compete in car manufacturing output to gain brownie points with the central administration.

They provide incentives to the respective companies, such as export sales subsidies. It’s understood that these export sales incentives can reach as much as RMB14,000 (RM7,800) per car.

But it’s not just subsidies that make China’s cars cheaper than their legacy counterparts.

China’s automotive industry has emerged as a global leader in technological advancement. As a benchmark, its use of robotics has outstripped legacy car firms, significantly influenced by government policies and subsidies.

The country’s strategic approach has enabled various manufacturers – from state-owned giants such as Shanghai Auto (SAIC) and Beijing Auto (BAIC) to privately-held enterprises like BYD, Geely, Chery, and GWM – to thrive in a competitive market.

Will you buy if the price is right?
Central to the Chinese government’s policies is the “Made in China 2025” initiative, which aims to elevate domestic manufacturing, particularly in high-tech sectors, including automotive production.

This initiative seeks to reduce reliance on foreign technology, ensuring that Chinese carmakers can innovate and compete domestically and internationally.

Moreover, Beijing’s policies have focused heavily on promoting EVs both to improve energy security as well as to reduce carbon emissions.

Subsidies for EV manufacturers have been generous; for instance, substantial financial incentives are provided to consumers purchasing electric cars, which in turn propels sales and encourages manufacturers to invest in research and development.

These measures have resulted in a dramatic increase in EV production, placing China at the forefront of the global market.

State-owned firms like SAIC Motor and Dongfeng Motor benefit from government backing and preferential access to funding, enabling them to invest in large-scale production facilities and enhance their technological capabilities.

These companies can navigate the complex regulatory environment more effectively than private firms due to their established connections and resources.

On the other hand, private companies like BYD, Chery, and GWM have leveraged the supportive environment fostered by government policies to carve significant market share.

BYD, for instance, has emerged as a leader in EVs and is iconic for its integrated supply chain, which includes battery production, rare earth supplies and its own record-setting 7,000 car capacity ocean-going car carriers.

China also made an unprecedented concession for Tesla, the world’s leading EV innovator, allowing it the distinction of being the only 100% foreign-owned company permitted to manufacture its cars in China.

The objective was to galvanise domestic Chinese EV makers to improve their cars to world-class status in competing with Tesla.

Beijing’s alignment with sustainable development goals has facilitated Tesla’s growth, with subsidies for EV purchases benefitting its sales. Additionally, the cooperation between Tesla and local suppliers has allowed it to optimise its supply chain while adhering to local regulations.

As a result, the price of Tesla cars in Malaysia are the cheapest in the world, after Shanghai, where the Tesla Model Y is made.

Note: I’m not one to refuse subsidies and, after some budgeting, I’ve bought my first Chinese car, an EV, for RM100,000.

Out of the more than 50 cars that I’ve owned in my lifetime, this is only my second new car. The first was a Toyota Prius hybrid which I bought for RM100,000 12 years ago, when hybrid cars were duty-free. This hybrid is still a reliable daily runner and delivers super fuel efficiency.

Now entering the era of electrification, I want to experience how this BEV, as a representative of China’s EV industry, performs. Read this column for updates.

All You can eat RM 7.00 Mixed Rice - Sungai Buloh

Jened — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:30:38 +0800

https://www.msn.com/en-my/food-and-drink/re...get/ar-AA1Gz6pj

[Watch] The RM7 Miracle: How One Aunty Is Feeding Malaysia On A Budget

Imagine this: You walk up to a mixed rice stall, grab a plate, and pile on whatever you want – crispy fried fish, spicy sambal dishes, fresh vegetables, even seafood.

The aunty at the counter smiles and says, “RM7, please.”

Sounds too good to be true? Well, it’s happening right now in Sungai Buloh, Selangor.

What’s the catch? There isn’t really one.

This Malay aunty has turned the traditional mixed rice game upside down.

Instead of charging per scoop or by weight, she’s gone full buffet-style with a simple rule: RM7, eat whatever you want from 50+ dishes, but don’t waste food or you pay double.

Veery Good deal, anybody knows the address?

Alphard vs. Bezza hit in high impact

Jened — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 17:44:08 +0800

Midnight crash in Jerantut kills five family members, three others injured in two-vehicle collision

https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/202...ollision/179517

Saturday, 07 Jun 2025 9:05 AM MYT

KUANTAN, June 7 — Five members of a family were killed in a two-vehicle collision, involving a Perodua Bezza and a Toyota Alphard,
on Jalan Jerantut Feri, Jerantut, around midnight last night.

According to Jerantut police chief Supt Zukri Muhammad, the victims were identified as the driver of the Perodua Bezza, Mohamad
Ikmal Ishak, 26, who resides in Ulu Kinta, Perak, and his wife, Nur Arfiqah Aziz Jaafar, 23.

Also killed were Nur Arfiqah’s three siblings — Mohammad Zulkifli, 21; Mohamad Azizul Hakimi, 19; and Nurul Hazwani, 17 — all
from Bota, Perak.

He said the accident was believed to have occurred when a Toyota Alphard, travelling from Maran towards Jerantut town, collided with
a Perodua Bezza whose driver made a sudden U-turn at an intersection.

“The driver and two passengers of the Toyota Alphard were also injured in the crash,” he said in a statement today.

Zukri added that the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.

Earlier, Pahang Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Mohd Razam Taja Rahim, in a statement, said that the incident claimed
the lives of five victims — three men and two women — who were travelling in the Perodua Bezza.

Two victims were trapped inside the vehicle, while the other three were thrown out due to the force of the impact.

Mohd Razam said firefighters used rescue tool equipment to extricate the trapped victims, and all five deceased were handed over
to the police for further action.

He added that the three injured victims were transported to a nearby hospital by the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) ambulance. — Bernama

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The 1st photo is Alphard.
2nd and 3rd photos are the same Bezza

Look at Bezza's A, B, C, D pillar.
And compare to Alphard's 4 pillars