Traditional Games In Malaysia

Wau (Kite Flying)

Wau is a traditional kite that is especially popular in the state of Kelantan and Terengganu on the East Coast of Malaysia, where farmers fly them on the leveled paddy fields after a harvest. These giant kites are often as big as a man - measuring about 3.5 meters from head to tail. The most popular shape of the kite is the crescent moon (wau bulan). Over the years, kite festivals have encouraged creativity in kite-making, thus resulting in kites that are designed in the shape of a fish, cat, caterpillar, and bird.

Gasing

A gasing is  a giant top spinning. Each gasing or top weight approximately 5kg or 10Ibs and the wooden tops are as big as the size of a dinner plate. Traditionally played before the rice harvest season, this game requires strength, co-ordination and skill. The top is set spinning by unfurling a rope that has been wound around it. Then it is scooped off the ground, whilst still spinning, using a wooden bat with a centre slit and transferred onto a low post with a metal receptacle. If expertly hurled, it can spin for as long as 2 hours.

Congkak

This game is usually played by 2 girls sitting face to face on the ground, using rubber seeds, saga or small marbles as the seeds. Seeds are points for the players. It consists of a wooden board with two rows of five, seven, or nine holes and two large holes at both ends called "home". To start the game, player chooses to take all the seeds from one pit and place one at a time into another pit including the player’s Home, moving in clockwise. Seeds are not to be put in opponent’s Home. The game will carry on till all the pits on one side are empty. The winner is the player who captured the most seeds.

Sepak Takraw

Sepak Takraw also known as sepak raga, is a traditional ball game in which a  ball made by weaving strips of buluh bamboo or rattan together is passed about using any part of the body except the lower arms and hands. There are two main types of sepak takraw: bulatan and jaring. Sepak raga bulatan is the original form in which players form a circle and try to keep the ball in the air as long as possible. Sepak takraw jaring is the modern version in which the ball is passed across a court over a high net.

Sepak Manggis

Sepak manggis is a unique outdoor game played by the Bajau and Iran men of Sabah. Forming a circle and facing each other, players aim to strike the bunga manggis floral carrier that dangles from a 10-meter high pole. The winner will be rewarded with money, gift or edibles, which are in the carrier.

How Should I Dress For An Interview?

In selling yourself and your expertise, what you wear and how you present yourself is a part of the package. The first impression your interviewer makes about you is based on the way you look. The right dressing is a measure of the seriousness that you place on the position. Besides, if given two equally good applicants, the company may choose to hire the person who is dressed more professionally, the poor dresses job seeker always will exclude from further consideration.

Men

Long-sleeved shirt and dark slacks

Never wear a short-sleeved shirt and do not roll up the sleeved to an interview or any business purpose. That will destroy your executive image. For shirt color, white is the safest and the best choice. Besides, other pastels also acceptable if it not overdressed.

Ties

Choose a conservative pattern. Such as solids, small polka dots, diagonal stripes, small repeating shapes, subtle plaids and paisley.

Belts

Belts should match your shoes. Those with smaller buckles with squared lines look more professional.

Socks

Black socks are the best, followed by blue or gray, depending on your attire. Never wear white socks! Check your sock length, too--no skin should show when you sit down or cross your legs.

Shoes

Black or burgundy leather shoes with laces on them, because tassel loafers are very casual. Other suitable colors are brown, cordovan and navy.

Hair

Keep neat, short and preferably parted on the side. And shave off all those facial hair.

Jewellery

For man, wear no or little jewellery. The watch and wedding ring are the only acceptable pieces of jewellery to go with the male attire. Thin gold or leather-strapped watches look professional but not digital watches. Avoid political or religious insignias, necklaces or bracelets and cover up your tattoos if have.

Accessories

If possible, use leather briefcases or folders to hold copies of your resume. Use narrow briefcases and avoid plastic folders and plastic ball pens as they are out of place.

Women

Three-piece business suits, blouse and skirt or slacks, and cardigan twin-sets

No Sleeveless shirts! Short-sleeved blouses are okay when they are tailor-cut or have features such as a sports collar or double breast design to create a business-like look. Skirts can either be long or short where it falls no shorter than two inches from the knee.

Panty-hose or stockings

It’s must for professional grooming, but not with overly fussy patterns. Bring an extra pair for emergent use.

Shoes

Closed shoes with at least 1½-inch heels suggest a more professional look. Dark colors are best.

Hair

Hair longer than shoulder length should be worn up. Don't let it fall in front of your face and don't keep trying to fix it during the interview. Avoid large hair ornaments and trendy hairstyles.

Make-up

Be subtle; natural is the key word. Light shades of lip coloring and nail polish are recommended.

Jewellery

Be conservative. Studs of gold, silver or pearls are best. Do away with gaudy fashion jewellery, and those that clank and make noise when one moves.

Accessories

Folders and bags should blend well with the total professional look. Women should match their purse with their shoe color.

Masalah Krisis Gula! Kerajaan Buatlah Sesuatu!!

Gula merupakan bahan yang dicampur dalam makanan dan minuman kita. Gula adalah bahan  yang sangat diperlukan oleh rakyat Malaysia terutamanya semasa perayaan. Sekali sekala kerajaan kena "tunjukkan taring" dan keluarkan arahan ala "kuku besi" sebagai pengajaran kepada pekilang gula yang sehingga kini masih bersikap membisu walaupun telah beberapa kali ditegur dan didesak oleh kementerian dan persatuan pengguna supaya memberikan kenyataan rasmi kepada rakyat mengapa sukar mendapatkan gula di pasaran sekarang.

Tambahan pula, jaminan menteri berkenaan diibaratkan seperti melepaskan batuk ditangga sahaja kerana hakikatnya gula masih kurang di pasaran. Malah di beberapa tempat seperti Tampin, Alor Gajah, Senawang dan Mantin masih lagi berlaku senario papan tanda "gula habis" ditampal di kedai runcit.  Sekiranya kegagalan kerajaan menangani krisis ini kemungkinan besar kerajaan akan mengambil langkah menaikkan harga gula sepertimana yang dilakukan apabila timbul krisis kekurangan diesel satu ketika dahulu, jika ini berlaku maka sekali lagi rakyat akan menjadi mangsa apabila dibebani dengan kenaikan kos harga gula ini.

Manakala ABIM merasakan tindakan bersepadu perlu dibuat bagi membendung masalah ini daripada menjadi semaking meruncing dan membawa kesan negatif kepada masyarakat terbanyak, yang kini masih terhimpit dengan krisis kewangan global.

Harapan rakyat, kerajaan perlu mengambil tindakan yang lebih drastik untuk melindungi berpuluh juta pengguna gula diseluruh negara daripada melindungi kepentingan 4 buah kilang gula sahaja. Tentulah tidak adil untuk memberi keutamaan kepada minoriti sedangkan majoriti tersepit begitu sahaja.

Make My Sushi.....yuMmy yuMmy...

Sushi can be delicious and healthy dish, it can also be pricey. If you love sushi, but don't want to spend a fortune at a restaurant, you can try your hand at making sushi at home.

Can't believe you can eat sushi which is make by your own self?

Now let's us learning it together. Sushi can category by many variation, such as california roll, spider roll, tekkamaki, dragon roll and others. As a beginner, the basic sushi roll is the best choice to learn it. The steps are easy to follow, and suitable for any skill level. Your favourite sushi rolls can be customized to include your favourite ingredients and be suited to your taste.

Firstly, prepare your ingredients like below:

• A bamboo rolling mat (Makisu)
• Cutting board
• A sharp knife
• A wooden spoon or spatula
• A large wooden or glass bowl
• Medium grain rice
• Rice vinegar
• Sugar
• Salt
• Lemon juice
• Nori Seaweed or soybean paper (for rolls)
• Wasabi (Japanese horseradish mustard)
• Fish, seafood, and/or vegetables as desired, depending upon what type of sushi you plan to make
• Soy sauce

Preparation method:

1. Prepare sushi rice about 1 hour before you will need it. As it needs time to cool down completely before you roll it into your sushi.


2. Boil water. Add rice. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer until rice absorbs water.


3. While rice is cooking, don't waste time. In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, sugar, salt and lemon juice. Blend the mixture into the rice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer just until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat.


4. While you are waiting for your rice to cool, you can prepare your other ingredients, as described in the list.

5. When the rice is cool, you are ready to make your sushi. Centre one sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Wet your hands, spread about 2 tablespoons of rice in a line at one end of the sushi. Use the spoon to flatten it out to make a very thin layer.



6. Line up your ingredients in the middle of the nori. Lift the end of the mat, and gently roll it over the ingredients, pressing gently. Roll it forward to make a complete roll. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Use a few drops of water to help the end stick to the roll, if needed.

 

7. Slice the roll into 6 or 8 equal pieces. If you like, you can serve it with soya sauce or wasabi.

 

Important tip: Keep the knife very moist to prevent sticking, remoistening before each cut.

My Biodata

NAME                         : Tham Seau Shan
AGE                            : 23
DATE OF BIRTH      : 18/11/1988
GENDER                   : Female
RELIGION                 : Buddha
HOMETOWN            : Bahau, Negeri Sembilan
NATIONALITY          : Malaysian
EMAIL                        : s.shan88@hotmail.com


EDUCATION :
Highest Education - Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM),
                                Bachelor of Economics with Honours
                                Major - Industrial Economics

Second Highest Education - SMK Datuk Mansor, Bahau
                                              STPM

HOBBIES:
Listen music, watch movie, make handicraft (DIY), cooking......

ABOUT ME:
Don't worry, be happy...tomorrow will be better =)

10 Tips For Buying A Good Laptop

1. Choose A Adequate But Not Too Expensive Processor.

      Not sure what you’re looking for? Opt a processor that is adequate but not too expensive. Processors are the engine of your laptop. If you get a fast one, you can run a lot of applications faster. That is why processor is such an important factor in choosing a laptop. The processor forms the computing core of your laptop and is one area where you must not compromise. Many processors nowadays have a dual core, which means that they have a copy of itself available for similar work. This is great because different programs can use different processors, and therefore can run faster as a result. Dual cores are the ones with such capability, and quad-cores (with four processors) are coming to the market. Intel has made available in the last year a lot of new processors that bring extra processing capacity for laptops. You can find these dual-core process in the new laptops from Dell, HP, and even Macs.

2. Test It First!

      Take your time to visit local retailer to see and try the laptopsee, think up additional questions. Don’t be afraid to ask the salesperson. Better you consult and get the advices with that expert friend you brought along.

3. See A Laptop With Similar Features.

      Put two models similar laptop side by side, you may find that one is clearly superior or better fit for you.

4. Don't Panic About The Price Differences.

      Two laptops can look identical but differ greatly in performance. Ask about the specifications of two laptops that look the same but vary wildly in price. If the specs match, you might be onto a good deal. Most likely, prices differ for reasons like processor quality, storage, installed software, and unique features like solid-state drives (SSDs).

 

Acer Aspire 5750G-2634G64 (RM2999)





DELL Inspiron 14R N4110-24251G-W7HP-CLR
U560210MY (RM2499)



5. Find A Laptop With Enough Room For Growth.

      Laptops are different from desktop computers mainly in that it is difficult to expand its capacity. You should always plan to buy a laptop that has features that allow it to grow without major headaches.

6. Ask About The Cost Of Upgrades.

      Like more RAM, a bigger hard drive, a Blu-ray movie player, and more. For a little extra, you can boost your laptop's capabilities, so be sure to ask these questions. It's cheaper to buy extra RAM when you buy the laptop. If you think you'll use it, get it now rather than later. If you're buying online, you can usually add upgrades. You also might do a little research ahead of time to make sure you're getting a good deal on the extras. When you are buying your laptop check on upgradation. You can upgrade your machine with or without discarding it. If you plan to change your machine within two years, don't invest too heavily on it.

7. Know What Accessories Are Included.

      Be sure to ask what’s included, and make sure that everything is in the box. If you need a keyboard, mouse, or cable, you’ll want to get them at the store before you get home and unpack your new laptop.

8. Be Aware Of The Warranty.

      One of the most overlooked issues when buying laptop is warranty. Check out the manufacturer's standard warranty first. Many problems, if any, happen right away or within the first few months of use, so a manufacturer's warranty (which typically lasts a year) will give you coverage without the need to pay for an extended warranty. But have one thing must more aware is the every part of laptop have different warranty period.

9. Avoid The Wave Of Optional And Trial Software.

      Most of the software that in bundled with new computers is just crap that will stop running after a few days. The end result is that you will have to manually remove them, and pray that nothing bad will happen to the computer's configuration when the software is gone. If you don't want to do this, you laptop will forever waste disk space with software that you don't want. So, be aware about this when you are buying laptop.

10. Expansion Ports: The More The Better.

      These days, the USB ports are the most popular, so you should have plenty of them. Of course, with USB you can always buy extension ports, but you should be able to use three or four USB accessories before this is necessary. That's why I say more extension options you have, the better. You can never know when you will need to use that crazy accessory that connects only to a specific port.

Top 10 Richest Countries In The World 2011

1. Luxembourg – $80,800 (GDP per capita)

The city of Luxembourg, the capital and largest city, is the seat of several institutions and agencies of the European Union. Luxembourg has a population of over half a million people in an area of approximately 2,586 square kilometres (999 sq mi). Luxembourg culture is a mix of Romance Europe and Germanic Europe, borrowing customs from each of the distinct traditions. Luxembourg is the world's second largest investment fund center (after the United States).  

2. Qatar - $75,900

This Arabic speaking country has less than million people and gained independence from Great Britain only in 1971. Qatar used to be a poor Islamic country but since the discovery of oil and natural gas in the 1940s, it is completely transformed. With no income tax it is one of the least taxed countries in the world, while still offering most of its services to the population for free.

3. Norway - $55,600

Norway is one of the few highly developed countries in Europe that are not part of the European Union. This oil and natural gas rich country has living costs more than 30% higher than in the United States. In 2006 only Russia and Saudi Arabia exported more oil than Norway.

4. Kuwait - $55,300

In Arabic Kuwait translates to "Fortress built near water". In addition to being on the coast of the Persian Gulf this country has well known neighbors like Saudi Arabia and Iraq. Kuwait has the world’s fifth largest proven oil reserves – about 10% of the worlds total. Being a country without taxes, about 80% of the government’s revenue comes from exporting oil. Having the second-most free economy in the Middle East, Kuwait has one of the fastest growing economies in the region.

5. United Arab Emirates - $55,200

This oil and natural gas rich country has a highly developed economy which makes it one of the most developed in the world. Having more money than they know what to do with, they have built numerous artificial islands and just finished building the worlds highest structure – Burj Khalifa. It is 828 meters tall, being about 2 times as high as the Empire State Building in New York. It is estimated that about 1/4th of the total construction going on in the world is taking place in Dubai – one of the largest cities in United Arab Emirates.

6. Singapore - $48,900

This country tiny country consist of 63 island and some mainland with a total area of only 270 square miles (704 sq km). With Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan it is considered one of the Four Asian Tigers. Singapore has the busiest port in the world and is the 4th largest foreign exchange trading center in the world. Singapore is widely believed to be the most business-friendly economy in the world.

7. United States - 46,000

What sets the US apart from most other countries in this list is its size. While most other countries in this list are among the smallest in the world the US has a population of over 300 million and a total land area of 3,79 million square miles (9.83 million sq km). The US is also home to the largest amount of billionaires in the world. It is speculated that as many billionaires live in the US as in the rest of the world.

8. Ireland - $45,600

 

Ireland is the third-largest island in Europe and the twentieth-largest island in the world. Ireland was largely passed over by the industrial revolution. This member of European Union has been often admired as one of the most modern knowledge economies in the world. Ireland is the largest maker of computer software in the world. A study done by The Economist ranked the Celtic Tiger to have the best quality of life in the world.

9. Equatorial Guinea - $44,100

The Republic of Equatorial Guinea is a country in Central Africa. Most people have never heard of it. This country flew into stardom after 1996 when large oil reserves were found in the nation of only 0,5 million people. While being one of the largest producers of oil in Africa, little has been made to improve the living conditions of the people. Corruption is widespread and ordinary people are mostly living in poverty. The gap between rich and poor is probably the largest in the world.

10. Switzerland - $39,800

This cheese making country is considered to be one of the most neutral countries in the world. During World War 2, people from other European countries deposited their money in the banks of Switzerland, knowing that their money would be safer there than in their home countries. Some well known Swiss companies include Nestle, Logitech, Rolex and Credit Suisse.