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Kalau banjir, Kereta mana paling rugi? EV atau ICE

knwong — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 07:55:38 +0800

Finally some good news about EV

Don't buy from China developer guys. Lots problems

knwong — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:33:16 +0800

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JB developer ordered to pay US$2.58 million to condo owners, including Singaporeans, over delays

TLDR;
- The developer of a high-end Johor Bahru condominium has been ordered to pay RM10.56 million (US$2.58 million) in compensation to a group of property owners, including Singaporeans, over delays in completing the project.
- The Johor Bahru High Court ruled in favour of claims involving 84 condominium units in Princess Cove, finding that the developer, R&F Development Sdn Bhd, had breached its agreements with buyers by splitting the original first phase of the project into two.
- The court, however, dismissed claims involving another 39 units whose buyers had signed their purchase agreements after the developer changed the building plans, according to lawyers involved in the case.
- R&F's lawyer told CNA the developer intends to appeal the ruling, which the purchasers’ lawyer and a property observer say underscore the importance of developers honouring the terms of their agreements with buyers, and will prove instructive for prospective buyers of Johor Bahru property.

Does this put you off buying EV?

knwong — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 09:28:00 +0800

Residents near data centres consider selling homes

knwong — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 20:16:43 +0800

Johor’s data centre surge unsettles Iskandar Puteri residents, some consider selling homes

Residential properties near data centre developments and high-voltage transmission towers in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, have reportedly raised concerns among homeowners over noise, environmental conditions and property values

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JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 3 — Johor’s rapid expansion of data centres has reportedly raised concerns among residents in Iskandar Puteri over noise, environmental conditions and the potential impact of nearby infrastructure on property values.

According to Singapore’s The Straits Times, some homeowners are considering selling their properties following the construction of data centres and high-voltage transmission towers near residential neighbourhoods.

Among them is finance manager Lee Shi Qing, 38, who reportedly put her RM1 million terraced house in Eco Botanic up for sale after construction began on a nearby 64-megawatt data centre by TM Nxera, a joint venture involving Telekom Malaysia and Singtel’s Nxera.

“I do have some concerns about living close to high-voltage lines, which is part of why I’m selling,” she told the Singapore newspaper.

Johor-based property consultant Samuel Tan reportedly warned that the presence of transmission towers could discourage potential buyers, even where scientific evidence does not establish a health risk.

The concerns come as Johor recorded 4,222 unsold completed homes and 9,946 unsold serviced apartments in the first half of 2026, the highest figures nationwide, according to the National Property Information Centre.

The state currently has 65 data centre projects at various stages of approval, while its operational IT capacity has reached 1,110MW, making it the Asia-Pacific region’s third-largest data centre market after Tokyo and Singapore, according to figures cited by The Straits Times.

Residents in Nusantara Prima and Nusa Bayu have also reportedly complained about construction dust, persistent humming noises and higher temperatures, which they believe are linked to nearby data centre developments.

Nusantara Prima kindergarten operator Mohanambal Rethinam told the newspaper that enrolment had fallen from 50 children in 2025 to 20 this year, with some parents expressing concerns about the surrounding environment.

Another resident, Nooraini Jaafar, 68, reportedly expressed concern that proximity to a data centre could make her terraced home harder to sell, despite its estimated value rising from RM400,000 in 2014 to RM600,000.

However, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia professor Mohd Fadhil Md Din cautioned against assuming that transmission lines posed a health risk to residents living hundreds of metres away.

“Where residences are genuinely 200m to 300m away, the scientific evidence would not support a blanket conclusion that residents are experiencing dangerous EMF exposure or that relocation is required on health grounds alone,” he told The Straits Times.

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Tesla car battery sold in M'sia starting to fail?

knwong — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:24:39 +0800

What hands-on job can u do when AI replaces u?

knwong — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:28:32 +0800

Recently I sent my dining chairs to nearby furniture reupholstery shop to get them repaired. Like the old mattress that I recently changed, the chairs seat have sunk so it needs a new cushion and leather skin. The shop was run by an old man and have strong smell of glue. It got me thinking that this type of 3D job will never be automated. Many manual labour skills are involved like carpentry and sewing

According to AI expert, in the future few jobs will remain safe from being eliminated by AI, hands-on job will be one of them. For me I think I can do some cooking, electrical and machine repair work if that day ever arrive

Protest: BYD Indon plant only hire 20% locals

knwong — Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:24:51 +0800

I'm proud our MITI did a good job in protecting our interests. Need to be strict & selective in bringing in FDI

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Richard Hammond: This could kill the EV

knwong — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:16:53 +0800

As Richard Hammond said:

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You spent GBP45k on Kia EV, won’t be able to charge at home and would be worth GBP10k next year when the technology is outdated. It’s idiotic!

Sarawak: Full education autonomy too costly

knwong — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:20:12 +0800

Full education autonomy too costly for Sarawak, says state minister

Roland Sagah Wee Inn says teachers’ salaries alone would cost the state a significant amount every year.

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PETALING JAYA: Seeking full autonomy over education would be too costly for Sarawak, says the state’s education, innovation and talent development minister Roland Sagah Wee Inn.

Sagah said teachers’ salaries alone would cost the state a significant amount every year, Borneo Post reported.

“We cannot afford to spend that amount of money. Imagine how many teachers and schools there are. If we are going to spend it, we might as well put it toward other developments instead,” he was quoted as saying after officiating the 4th International Conference on Educational Research and Innovation 2026 in Kuching today.

At the same time, he said, major federal taxes are taken by the central government.

Sagah said major administrative issues between the state government and the education ministry had been resolved.

He said Sarawak’s priority was to ensure greater flexibility in managing education matters.

“Don’t misunderstand the meaning of autonomy. As long as there is ease of doing business, that is enough for us,” he said.

He cited the agreement allowing English to be used to teach Mathematics and Science, as well as the Sarawak Dual Language Programme Assessment Test (UP-DLP) as examples of progress in the state’s education autonomy.

Sagah also said Sarawak was incorporating artificial intelligence and digitalisation into the syllabuses of all teacher training institutes to help educators use the technology in their work.

He said the state was still behind developed countries in this area, but was catching up.

Court: JMBs can’t bar owners over unpaid fees

knwong — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 07:29:08 +0800

Jeng x3: SG largest oil export country is Indon!

knwong — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:13:03 +0800

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Singapore exports most of its refined petroleum products to nearby Asian countries, especially Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia. Its exports include fuels such as diesel, gasoline, jet fuel, and other refined oil products.

According to World Bank trade data for 2025, the top five destinations for Singapore's exports of refined petroleum oils were Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, China, and Vietnam.

Data: Source: World Bank WITS / UN Comtrade, 2025. Values cover the broader category of non-crude petroleum oils and preparations, not exclusively finished fuels

Singapore's main export destinations:
|Rank|Destination|Export value in 2025|
|1|Indonesia|US$10.06 billion|
|2|Malaysia|US$9.94 billion|
|3|Australia|US$6.86 billion|
|4|China|US$3.29 billion|
|5|Vietnam|US$2.86 billion|

Singapore refines crude oil mainly at three major refinery complexes around its southwestern industrial islands, especially Jurong Island and Pulau Bukom

Heh...they got something to leverage dy...

Why ppl willing to spend so much on mattress ah?

knwong — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:47:58 +0800

Was in the market for a new mattress to replace my old one that has sunk down. It’s been years since I last shop for one

While looking around at a furniture showroom I walked pass a mattress with RM 21k price tag. I request from SA to try lying on it and ask - who’s actually buying this mattress?

SA replied they ever had Singapore client purposely made a trip, bought 1 then ship it back to Singapore

I then look up online, there are similar variant that retailed for RM42k

I get it that sleep is very important and we spend 1/3 of our life lying down so it’s wise to spend on good quality mattress but I wonder what do buyer see in a RM21k or RM 42k mattress??

Taiwan ASML hirin Msian. Startin 120k + huge bonus

knwong — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:46:48 +0800

https://global.cake.me/asml-twengineer-my-ads

Boleh brain drain ni;

- Starting pay RM120,000
- Bonus 5 months
- Free round trip flight
- Free container to ship belongings
- 2 months relocation bonus
- 8 weeks hotel stay to settle in
- EU 20,000 stock plan if join in 2026

CATL: EV is not meant to be enjoyed like ICE

knwong — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:19:52 +0800

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Based on CATL research above;

1. EV not recommended to drive >90 km/h. 60 km/h speed is more ideal

2. EV battery can overheat if driven too fast

3. A/C cannot blast too cold. They consume huge kW power

4. EV battery need to charge before 30% SoC, thus lowering the usable claimed range

5. EV car not suitable to carry heavy load, to save energy

This is a very good educational post by CATL

Do you frequently take midday nap?

knwong — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:42:58 +0800

It's a common sight in China, Taiwan and even Spain (siesta)
Research has shown it'll boost your productivity. Even supported by TCM
I think it's very hard to resist especially when your eyes start to become heavy from full lunch

Perasaan seram bawak eMAS.5 sampai 0%

knwong — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:24:06 +0800

This country manage to solve similar Rohingya issu

knwong — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:45:35 +0800

Hongkie couple spent over RM77k relocate to Penang

knwong — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:49:52 +0800

To cut down 70% of their living expense from RM36k/month previously to only MYR10k/month now

Reason why rich men dont want to retire at 60 yo

knwong — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:07:35 +0800

TLDR;
It's because they'll loose their self-worth. Not because they haven't earn enough.

Confession of retiree who just retired;

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Trivia;

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Radio host regret owning EV. Previous ride Hybrid

knwong — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:25:46 +0800