Mum: Wah! Arrived already? So fast! Me: Yeah, other than the fact that the Lalamove delivery person went to the wrong house at first. Mum: No wonder you were shouting. Me: Huh? But weren’t you conducting your (online) lectures and all? Mum: I can hear-lah from inside the room. Me: He called me via WhatsApp.... Read More

Living, Technology

13-Aug-2020

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Making sense of the sporting world of esports

It can be challenging, especially for non-gamers (like this human) to understand the gaming scene. Other than mentions of “Oi, DotA, oi” back when it was the game to play in 2006, my exposure to video games and the related esports is close to zero. Fast forward nearly 15 years later, I find myself reading... Read More

Living, Technology

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15-Oct-2019

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‘Lizzie McGuire’ revival series to debut on new streaming service rolling out next month

How many of you remember the ‘Lizzie McGuire’ TV series that used to air on a certain channel, meant for children? The series first premiered in the early 2000s and continued to run until 2004. In the series, Duff plays 13-year-old Lizzie and is best friends with Miranda and Gordo, who attend the same school as... Read More

Living, Technology

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19-Sep-2019

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Weighing in on e-wallets

Recently, my mum saw her Chinese friend using the Touch ‘n Go e-wallet to make payment at a retail pharmacy outlet. As my mum has yet to experience what’s it like to use an e-wallet, she was impressed by how the system/technology worked. By the time my mum related to me about this, it was... Read More

Finance, Living, Technology

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15-Jul-2018

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Who’s willing to see more body friendly clothing sizes?

If you’re screaming “Me!” repeatedly in response to the headline, chances are you will find resonance with a few friendly Malaysians I spoke to about this. Anyhow, it’s always good to take note of and try and understand their experiences. Currently in the e-commerce industry, it is quite eye-opening to learn that this lady is... Read More

Fashion, Living, Shopping, Technology

fashion, living, Shopping, Tech

25-Jan-2018

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Wait a minute… you’re welcoming more self-check-in kiosks into the hotel space?

The once I tried using a self-check-in kiosk was when we were required to use it to check in for our flight to Japan. I first thought it would be easy but it wasn’t. Not when you have three pieces of luggage to check in. Guess we’re just so used to having humans help us with... Read More

Property, Technology, Travel

Property, technology, Travel

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08-Nov-2017

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Dear workout masters, may I have your attention, please?

What’s the next invention to have an impact on our lives? Hint: These can be worn. Did you guess fitness wearables? You’re terrific! Perceived as health boosters and devices that can prolong lives, fitness wearables come in various types including strap-on, clip-on and mounted. These fitness... Read More

Health, Living, Technology

24-Mar-2017

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Running a homestay business without smart locks equals madness!

Argh! I’m locked out of our room and it’s past midnight! Ever had that happen to you? Now, what if you add that to the fact that this room is the same one you booked through one of those online homestay and vacation rental platforms? Do I picture you pulling your hair out? Beating yourself... Read More

Hot, Living, Property, Technology, Travel

living, Property, Travel

02-Mar-2017

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Hello, can I have the new Nokia 3310 mobile phone, please?

Yes, you read that right! Can someone get me one, please? I’m in desperate need of a new mobile phone, mainly because I cannot stand the red, vertical line that obstructs part of the screen on my smartphone. Then again, there are many, many things that I miss about once being a Nokia owner. Who... Read More

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