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Saturday, June 30, 2018

Car Joint venture

As China and Japan compete for the car market, Tun Mahathir wants to revive the proposed joint venture between Proton and PT Adiperkasa Citra Lestari, Indonesia. What types of cars will fit into the market?

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Friday, June 29, 2018

Roughness in football

Footballer can be rough, getting yellow or red cards. In the H Group, 2018 World Cup, Japan had 4 yellow cards and Senegal 6. Japan advances to the last 16. A vindictive player may get more yellow cards.

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Yellow Card

Yellow card (foul) decides the winner. In the World Cup Group H, Japan and Senegal scored 4 goals each. But Japan only committed 4 fouls whereas Senegal 6. Japan advances to the knockout stage.

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Thursday, June 28, 2018

World Cup 2018

There is a big shock in football. South Korea has sent Germany out of the World Cup 2018, with two goals to nil. This is the first time that Germany does not go into the last 16 since 1938. Unpredictable.

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Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Throwing A Baby

Seorang wanita adalah disyaki mencampak bayi yang baru dilahirkannya dari tingkat dua sebuah bangunan di Jalan Hentian 4, Hentian Kajang, Selangor. Bayi yang cedera parah dibawa ke hospital oleh orang yang lalu.

Campak Bayi

Helang sambar katak tepi jalan,
     Habis suap anak tengah sarang;
Orang lempar anak dari bangunan,
     Polis tangkap terpekak pesalah petang.

On 25 June, 2018, a woman was suspected of throwing a baby boy, which she had just given birth, from the second floor of a building at Jalan Hentian 4, Hentian Kajang, Selangor. Passers-by sent the severely injured baby to hospital.

Throwing A Baby

An eagle caught a roadside frog by snatching,
     Back to the nest to feed the chicks;
A person threw a baby from the building,
     Afternoon, the police detained the culprit.

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Talented players

As we watch talented players such as Messi and Ronaldo in World Cup matches, experts say a person needs ambition, desire, luck and a little talent to succeed.

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Complex Automotive Industry

The world automotive industry is complex. The ownerships and components of cars are from many countries. China and Japan compete. Korea is looking. Thailand is assembling. Where does Malaysia fit in?

Tuesday, June 26, 2018

China and European Union

As Trump continues with his campaign of punitive tariffs, China and European Union oppose his Protectionism.

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Video-Assisted Referee, VAR.

Iran 1:1 Portugal; Morocco 2:2 Spain. Controversial. Video-Assisted Referee (VAR) helps Portugal and Spain to scrape through to the last 16 of the 2018 World Cup. Ronaldo did not succeed in his spot kick. He is only human.

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Monday, June 25, 2018

England, biggest win.

As England has its biggest win, 6:1 against Panama, Japan advances to the last 16. Japan drew with a strong team, Senegal, 2:2. The quarter-final matches will be interesting.

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Sunday, June 24, 2018

1929 American Protectionism

In 1929-1930, America adopted Protectionism, followed by global economic Depression. In 2018, is Trump doing the same thing? Is he just posturing?

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Funds for senior citizens

The number of senior citizens increases. Malaysia must review funds for senior citizens including Employees' Provident Fund. Are they consistent with the modern world?

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Saturday, June 23, 2018

Belgium 5:2 Tunisia

Tunisia tried hard, scoring two goals. But, Belgium with their world-class players such as Lukaku and Hazard had power, pace and many chances. It got five gold. Excitement.

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The cost of MRT

MRT Corporation had a discussion with the Council of Eminent Persons. We hope that the cost of MRT can be adjusted and the quality and safety safeguarded.

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World Cup 2018

Brazil 2:0 Costa Rica. Brazil shot at goal over 20 times. At the 91st minute, Coutinho rushed in a goal, followed by Neymar. It was the excitement of football.

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Friday, June 22, 2018

Pantun, Be Grateful

Kenang Budi

Sungguh sangkut dilepaskan dulu,
     Ikan lumba-lumba ingatkan orang;
Sungguh ikut ajaran guru,
     Jangan lupa kebaikan orang.

Be Grateful

The trapped dolphin is saved,
     Seems to show it's thankful;
Teachers teach us to be brave,
     Lets not forget to be grateful.

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Pantun, Kenang Budi

Kenang budi

Sungguh sangkut dilepaskan dulu,
     Ikan lumba-lumba ingatkan orang;
Sungguh ikut ajaran guru,
     Jangan lupa kebaikan orang.

كنڠ بودي

سوڠݢوه سڠكوت دلڤسكن دولو،
     ايكن لومبا-لومبا ايڠت اورڠ؛
سوڠݢوه ايكوت اجرن ݢورو،
     جاڠن لوڤا كباءيقن اورڠ.

感恩

海豚受困被人救,
     似念念不忘情意;
教师必循循善诱,
     但愿不忘恩负义。

Be Grateful

The trapped dolphin is saved,
     Seems to show it's thankful;
Teachers teach us to be brave,
     Lets not forget to be grateful.

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Haze

This morning, there is haze. Where is the source?

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Jerebu

Hari ini jerebu menyelubungi. Dari mana puncanya?

هاري اين جربو مڽلوبوڠي. دري مان ڤونچاڽ؟

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Argentina, bad form

In the 2018 World Cup football, Argentina, one of the giants,has done badly. In the last World Cup, Brazil did worse. Such is football.

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Thursday, June 21, 2018

Charge The Corrupt

Bicara Rasuah

Orang terima hadiah dipuja,
     Tepat suka sebab telah dihormati;
Orang terima rasuah dibicara,
     Dapat celaka sebab salah sendiri.

Charge The Corrupt

Get a gift for a revered person,
     Giving to someone who is better;
Charge in court a corrupt person,
     Bringing unto himself the disaster.

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Index 1896

The Stock Market drops over 5%, composite index goes down from the year high of 1896 to 1692. While America and China are at dagger's drawn over tariffs, there are uncertainties.

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Professional qualifications

Just like all professionals, most doctors have true professional qualifications after strict training. The Malaysian Health Ministry must ensure that doctors including specialists have genuine qualifications.

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Portugal 1:0 Morocco

Ronaldo was relatively unmarked when he headed in a goal for Portugal. Louis Suerez scored for Uruguay. Although Morocco and Saudi Arabia played their heart out, Portugal and Uruguay did not take risks anymore.

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Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Watching 2018 World Cup matches

Tonton bolasepak Piala Dunia 2018

Asyik tonton perlawanan Piala Dunia,
     Masa sibuk pada beradu biang;
Asyik tonton peraduan segala ceria,
     Rasa mengantuk pada waktu siang.

Watching 2018 World Cup football matches until late night.

Intently watching World Cup matches,
     Catching main snatches intermittently;
Feeling good to see these matches,
     During the day some are sleepy.

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Poland 1:2 Senegal.

The World Cup sees Asian Japan and African Senegal trying hard and won their matches. There are expectations.

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America and China wrestle

The call for imposition of tariffs goes on. America and China wrestle, issuing mutual threats. The world watches. Stock markets respond.

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America and China Wrestling

Tariffs loom large. America and China wrestle with mutual threats. The world watches. Stock markets respond.

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Tuesday, June 19, 2018

Investor exodus

Investor exodus hitting many Asian markets such as India and Indonesia affects Malaysia. FBM KLCI 1715.36 down 28.07 points. Will the market crash?

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Peat swamp forest

Pest swamp forest in Malaysia was estimated to be over1.50 million hectares. With development and poor enforcement, how much is left?

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Monday, June 18, 2018

Korea 0:1 Sweden

Korea 0:1 (penalty) Sweden. This was the seventh penalty (video-assisted referee, VAR) in this world cup. Sweden had an edge.

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Change of Administration

Tukar Pentadbiran

Rakyat ingat sukar keadaan,
     Harga barangan sudah naik;
Rakyat hasrat tukar pentadbiran,
     Moga perkhidmatan tambah baik.

Change of Administration

People feel the bad situation,
     With rising prices of goods;
They hope to change administration,
     So that services may improve.

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World Cup

The reigning world champion Germany was defeated by Mexico 0:1. There were many attempts at goal. Mexico was quicker. This was only an early match.

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Gaming disorder

Too much computer gaming is harmful. Although gaming providers may not agree, it is a gaming disorder.

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Sunday, June 17, 2018

Iceland's Will

Iceland, kerdil bolasepak, berseri 1:1 dengan Argentina, gergasi, di pertandingan Piala Dunia.

Keazaman Iceland

Iceland kerdil dalam bolasepak,
     Hadapi kemahiran Argentina;
Iceland degil azam bergerak,
     Hayati keinginan menyerta.

Iceland's Will

Iceland is a dwarf among football nations,
     Facing Argentina that has big skills;
Iceland shows sheer determination,
     Taking part with strong will.

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Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day

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Yemen civil war

The proxy war of Iran and Saudi Arabia in Yemen makes millions suffer. After sumptuous dinner in Saudi Arabia and billions of dollars of weapons sold, Trump turns a blind eye to the war.

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Iceland 1:1 Argentina

World Cup 2018: Iceland 1:1 Argentina. Iceland, a minnow in football, took on Argentina, a giant. The legendary Messi failed to score in nearly 10 attempts at goal including penalty and freekicks. Such is football.

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Saturday, June 16, 2018

World Cup 2018

The Portugal 3:3 Spain match was thrilling. Both teams were good. Spain dominated. Spain's De Costa scored twice. Ronaldo's double earned Portugal a point.

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US and China tariffs

Trump imposes 25% tariffs. Many nations including China intend to retaliate. The world looks on.

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Friday, June 15, 2018

Media sosial

Social media is very complicated. Or people are more complicated. Is it possible to balance material with spiritual things? Get rid of fake news?

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Football World Cup 2018

In the first of 64 matches in Moscow, Russia 5:0 Saudi Arabia. This sparks electric atmosphere among Russian fans. The world football jamborees are on.

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Thursday, June 14, 2018

Happy Hari Raya

Happy Hari Raya

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Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Trump believes in Kim's commitment

Returning from the Kim-Trump summit in Singapore, Trump tells Americans that the US is no longer under nuclear threat from  North Korea. He has not given the details.

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New national car

The saga of Proton was long. It consumes resources. Now, the Prime Minister talks of a new national car. What is the special long-term plan and technology suitable for the market and the modern cities?

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Trump and Kim

Having sized up Kim Jong-un with full publicity, Trump is happy beyond description. He is back in the US to  explain his exploit. We look forward to the details such as  denuclearisation.

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Tuesday, June 12, 2018

Trump -Kim summit

Trump and Kim have reached an agreement to establish a new relationship. Kim Jong-un is committed to denuclearisation. Trump ends the war games against North Korea, assuring its security.

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Trump sizes Kim

Trump and Kim met. The former sized up the latter and said that it was tremendously successful. Will we see the change?

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Kim meets Trump

Trump meets Kim in Sentiasa, Singapore. It is historic. We hope the outcome will be meaningful.

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Monday, June 11, 2018

Mystery of volcanoes

Since the formation of earth volcanoes remain mysterious. There are mythologies. For example, in 1883, Krakatoa, Lampung, Indonesia, exploded, killing tens of thousands and affecting global climate. On 3.6.18, Fuego, Guatemala, spew lava and toxic gases. Over 100 people died.

Mystery of Volcanoes

When times are hard, we walk,
     Humans are fascinated with volcanoes;
There are destructive lava and molten rock,
     About the mystery, can humans get to know?

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Korean denuclearisation

The world waits for the Kim-Trump summit meeting tomorrow. How will denuclearisation take place?

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Kim and Trump

A report says that it costs US$15 million to hold the Kim-Trump in Sentosa, Singapore, with full modern publicity. Trump believes that he can size up Kim Jong-un within one minute.

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Grand Slam tennis

Grand Slam tennis, Roland Garros, Paris, saw Nadal (Spain) won his 11th crown against Thiem (Austria). He broke record. Both had skills and stamina. Nadal had an edge.

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Sunday, June 10, 2018

Foundations

Big foundations such as Gates or Rockefeller have effective ways of assessing to whom they give their funds. Similarly, Malaysia Higher Education Research Funds can us system of  merits. Do you need a panel of 18 or 20 members to assess. Who are these members?

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Tennis, Roland Garros

Grand Slam tennis, Women's Final, Roland Garros, Paris 9.6.18: Halep (Rumania) against Stevens (United States). Both players tried their utmost. Having failed in three grand slam finals, Halep had the mental strength to emerge as the champion.

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Is trade war on

Trump insists on his tariffs, refusing to sign the G6+1 communique. He calls Canadian Prime Minister, Trudeau, 'dishonest and weak'. Is trade war on?

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Saturday, June 09, 2018

Pantun, Plastic Pollution

Pencemaran Plastik
Cita Dramatik

Era tinggalan teknik alam dipaut,
     Sekarang ramai guna plastik;
Berjuta tan plastik dalam laut,
     Orang sedari cita dramatik.

Plastic Pollution
Dramatic Scenes

New era techniques affect the environ,
     Millions use plastic as a routine;
Into the ocean millions of tonnes thrown,
     People realize the shocking scenes.

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The madness of corruption

The madness of corruption harms. The Malaysian Government has several anti-corruption measures such as on gifts, dubious contracts and money politics. Lets wait and see.

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Thursday, June 07, 2018

European Football

Deloitte assesses European football as worth £22 billion. Good players go to Europe. Malaysia must keep on trying.

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Higher Education Research Fund

Malaysia must look seriously at  how higher education research funds are allocated. Are they based on cronyism, nepotism or political inclination?

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School bag

Malaysian Education Minister sets up a task force to look into the weight of school bags. We hope that pupils will not be burdened.

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A special committee

As Chairman of the Special Committee to investigate governance in ministries and agencies, Tan Sri Ambrin Buang will try his best. He did put in efforts when he was Auditor-General.

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Separation of powers

The Attorney-General talks about separation of powers between the AG and the Prosecutor's office. This is a good beginning.

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Wednesday, June 06, 2018

Genetic Engineering

Gen adalah sebahagian juzuk (zat Dan bahan) sel pada sesuatu hidupan. Gen padi, ikan dan kambing boleh ditukar. Ini melibatkan dunia semula jadi.

Gen tukaran

Zaman kembang, sungguh lompat,
     Gen hidupan sangat beza;
Tumbuhan, binatang, tumbuh cepat,
     Gen tukaran libat dunia.

Gene is a pattern of chemicals (DNA) that pass from one generation of a living thing to another. The genes of paddy, fish and sheep can be changed. These have effects on nature.

Genetic Engineering

Time and tide wait for no one,
     The diversity of genetic engineering unfolds;
Genetically modified organisms may have won,
     The effects are on the natural world.

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Independent judiciary

We need an independent judiciary. Attorney-General can help to ensure that justice is seen to be done.

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Tuesday, June 05, 2018

Reduce the use of plastic

For nearly 70 years, humans on earth have thrown plastic into the sea. Now, it is about 13 million tonnes a year. Malaysia has about 30000 tonnes plastic waste a day. We need education, starting from school. Avoid single-use plastic.

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Happy World Environment Day

Happy World Environment Day

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Highrise buildings

Malaysia must review the compliance with fire safety measures on all high-rise buildings. On June 14, 2017, 72 died at the Grenfell Tower, London. The causes include the use of inflammatory materials, non-compliance with fire safety measures and bad adivice by the fire service.

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Monday, June 04, 2018

Stop All Wars

Basmikan Perang

Betapa seri tenang akan keamanan,
     Berdoa kemanusiaan dapat diamalkan;
Betapa ngeri perang dan keganasan,
     Berdoa keganasan dapat dibasmikan.

Stop All Wars

Peace is without sufferings, we are hopeful,
     Lets pray that humanity is adopted;
Wars and terrorism are cruel,
     Lets pray that all wars can be stopped.
    

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Daim, China is a close friend.

Tun Daim Zainuddin says China is an important friend and business contracts will be dealt with in a diplomatic way. This is important.

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Trump's tariffs

中国和G7国家针对特朗普加征关税发出警告。他是否将收回?

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Warnings on Trumps' tariffs

China and G7 countries issue warnings on Trump's tariffs. Will he back down?

Sunday, June 03, 2018

Killing The Goose

Tipu Untuk Jangka Pendek

Kijang menentu tamat bahaya,
     Ini akan pasti ada senang;
Orang menipu dapat berjaya,
     Ini bukan bagi jangka penjang.

Killing the goose that lays the golden eggs

The deer avoids danger, to be certain,
     Ensuring safety in the days ahead;
The man deceives to succeed in short term,
     Killing the goose that lays the golden eggs.

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Trump's tariffs

Trump says America can't lose in a trade war. He insists on his tariffs. While Canada, China, European Union, Japan, Mexico and South Korea are determined to retaliate, Malaysia is concerned.

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Saturday, June 02, 2018

Don't be arrogant

Jangan Bongkak

Orang ramai berharap wakil rakyat bermesra dan suka membantu.

Orang gagah minta sokong,
     Kan bergerak dengan berjaya;
Orang susah minta tolong,
     Jangan bongkak layan mereka.

Don't Be Arrogant

People hope that their representatives are friendly and helpful.

A healthy man wants support and he requests,
     He succeeds with walking about;
When people come for help,
     Don't throw the weight about.

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Trump's tariffs

As the US trade delegation is negotiating with China on Trump's tariffs, European Union, Canada and Mexico retaliate with tariffs on American goods. How would these affect Malaysia?

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Kim-Trump summit is on

Showing Kim Jong-un's letter, Trump says that the June 12 summit in Singapore is on. He repeats that North Korea is committed to denuclearisation. What does it mean?

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Friday, June 01, 2018

Getting rid of evils

Hapuskan kejahatan perbuatan bakti

Hidupan kerana bah dan susah,
     Ini tegap pertahan diri;
Hapuskan bencana dadah dan rasuah,
     Ini dianggap perbuatan bakti.

Getting rid of evils is a good deed

Live with floods and depression,
     Being strong to defend oneself indeed;
Overcome the disasters of drugs and corruption,
     Getting rid of evils is a good deed.

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Trade dispute

Trump imposes tariffs on steel and aluminium. European Union and countries such as Canada, China and Mexico will retaliate. The US trade mission is still talking to China. Malaysia may be affected.

Kim-Trump summit

Trump says the summit is in good hands and his Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, thinks it is once in a life time. Kim Yong-chul is handing a letter from Kim Jong-un to Donald Trump at the White House. About a year ago, Trump threatened to pulverise North Korea.

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