Some Memories

Such a noble act and so inspiring! 'When I saw this innocent baby facing death, I knew I had to do something': Stranger who donated liver to 6-month-old baby "To be honest, at this point, I am not afraid of death anymore, and if I could save this baby, I would have lived my life without regrets," the IT market manager told her friends in a text message before she went for the operation to donate her liver to Jayden. http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/stranger-donated-liver-to-6-month-old-baby-10479596

Wow, sacked 2 days before contract ends due to negligence! His termination came two days early, as his contract was supposed to expire on June 30. Arul first joined 1MDB in January 2015 and was tasked to turnaround the troubled finances of the state investment arm which was riddled with debts of about RM42bil during that time. http://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2018/06/29/1mdb-sacks-arul-kanda/

Selangor pays for parking via app from July 1 THE Selangor government will officially roll out a new parking payment app across five local councils in the state on July 1 as part of its Smart Selangor initiative.  Motorists will now be able to use the app to pay for parking on the street under the Shah Alam City Council as well as Ampang Jaya, Sepang, Kajang and Selayang municipal councils.  The Smart Selangor Parking (SSP) app is created by Leading Innovative Technologies and Systems Sdn Bhd in collaboration with Selangor Menteri Besar Incorporated (MBI) through the Smart Selangor Delivery Unit (SSDU). http://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2018/06/29/selangor-pays-for-parking-via-app-from-july-1-all-major-local-councils-participating-in-initiative-e/

EPF members can contribute any amount to accounts from 1 July 2018.

Looking forward to better economic outcomes for Malaysia! http://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2018/06/29/zeti-reported-to-be-pnb-executive-chairman/

This serves as a great reminder! You can limit wear and tear by taking steps to improve your posture. Here are a few suggestions: Standing posture Hold your chest high. Relax your shoulders and keep them back. Pull in your abdomen and backside. Don't lock your knees or tilt your head in any direction. Balance your weight on both feet. Keep your feet parallel. Walking posture Hold your head high. Look forward, not down and keep your chin parallel to the ground. Lightly contract your abdominal muscles. Slightly bend your elbows, and freely swing your arms. Move your shoulders naturally. Straighten and avoid arching your back. Lying posture Search for a mattress that is right for you. Use a pillow when you sleep. Don't sleep on your stomach. Put a pillow between your legs if you sleep on your side. Put a pillow under your knees if you sleep on your back. Ergonomics at the office  — Sitting at a desk all day can contribute to aches and pains. However, practicing good office ergonom

Another sad tragedy :-( RIP Anthony Bourdain. Anthony Bourdain, TV chef and travel host, found dead aged 61 TV chef Anthony Bourdain has died of suicide, CNN has said. He was 61.  The cable news network, which hosted Bourdain's globe-trotting culinary travel guide Parts Unknown, confirmed Bourdain's death on Friday and said the cause of death was suicide. "It is with extraordinary sadness we can confirm the death of our friend and colleague, Anthony Bourdain," the network said in a statement Friday morning. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2018/jun/08/anthony-bourdain-chef-found-dead-61

Jawatankuasa kaji semula kurikulum negara diwujudkan "Sebuah jawatankuasa yang meliputi pakar-pakar bukan kerajaan akan diwujudkan untuk menambah baik kurikulum pendidikan di peringkat tadika sehingga universiti. "Ini termasuk mengambil kira kurikulum dari negara-negara luar dan turut meliputi aspek-aspek tertentu seperti kesedaran sivik dan sebagainya," katanya dalam sidang media di Perdana Putra hari ini.

In addition, the restaurant owners were slapped with notices by the Health Ministry because its employees had not been administered anti-typhoid vaccination and had not attended food handling training, among other reasons. http://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2018/06/07/rajs-on-tenterhooks-as-meeting-to-decide-its-fate-postponed/

Ambrin Buang ketuai jawatankuasa siasatan khas isu tadbir urus - PM PUTRAJAYA:  Perdana Menteri Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad hari ini mengumumkan bekas Ketua Audit Negara Tan Sri Ambrin Buang sebagai pengerusi Jawatankuasa Siasatan Khas isu-isu tadbir urus, perolehan dan kewangan negara. Siasatan akan bermula dengan Kementerian Pertahanan, katanya pada sidang media selepas mempengerusikan mesyuarat Kabinet di Perdana Putra, di sini, hari ini. Ambrin berkhidmat sebagai Ketua Audit Negara kira-kira 11 tahun sejak 23 Feb 2006 sebelum bersara pada 22 Feb 2017. http://www.astroawani.com/berita-malaysia/ambrin-buang-ketuai-jawatankuasa-siasatan-khas-isu-tadbir-urus-pm-177498

Another life is lost. Kate Spade, the famous handbag designer, apparently committed suicide at the age 55.  Mental health issue e.g. depression, is a recurring events in today's society - it ought to be looked into deeply. "Kate suffered from depression and anxiety for many years. She was actively seeking help and working closely with her doctors to treat her disease, one that takes far too many lives. We were in touch with her the night before and she sounded happy. There was no indication and no warning that she would do this. It was a complete shock. And it clearly wasn't her. There were personal demons she was battling," he said. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/06/style/kate-spade-husband-andy-spade.html

Dongguan rice noodle (vermicelli) Vege stock powder or liquid (organic) Turmeric Parsley (fresh) This site also lists various names for MSG. Need to reduce consumption of instant noodles. http://www.feelthelean.com/healthy-instant-noodles/

Rahsia fail merah terbongkar

One more mission accomplished! Malaysian king consents to appointment of Tommy Thomas as Attorney-General "The Yang di-Pertuan Agong also called on all Malaysians to accept that the appointment of the Attorney-General should not create religious or racial conflict as every Malaysian should be fairly treated regardless of race and religion," he said. http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/malaysian-king-attorney-general-to-appointment-of-tommy-thomas-10378356