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Applying Science into Our Daily Lives
How do we apply scientific formulas or theories into our daily lives? According to Associate Professor Dr Hon Wei Min, Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences at UCSI University,
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happenings
Kuala Lumpur International Dragon Boat Festival
By Edrea Sun Since its inception many hundred years ago, the dragon boat race had traditionally drawn huge crowds in the thousands comprising rowers, supporters, foreign tourists, curious onlookers and locals alike. This time around the festival has come early and was held at the Kepong Metropolitan Lake Garden, the first ever water activity held
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Leisure & Lifestyle
Nocturne:Five Stories of Music and Nightfall
By Khoo Kok Kian Nocturne is derived from the French word, Noctunal and from Latin, Nocturnus. People usually interpret it as a music piece which is inspired by night. A very famous classical music piece by Frederic Chopin was also named based on this word. Kazuo Ishiguro, a prominent author, who is also penned The
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Talk To Us
By Conrad Edmund Bateman Mitch Albom once said that, “The way you get meaning into your life is to devote yourself to loving others, devote yourself to your community around you, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning.” In conjunction with a yearlong celebration of UCSI University’s Silver Jubilee, the
"Light UP Lives Charity"
1Malaysia – An Overview
The phrase “1Malaysia” has become a household name in the recent months, ever since Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak was sworn in as Prime Minister of this country. However, it would be interesting to find out how many people actually know the origins of 1Malaysia.
United we stand, Divided we fall
The Internet is a great source of entertainment, information and opinion. Politicians have turned to the World Wide Web to spread their views and garner public opinions. Datuk Seri Najib is no different, as he has his own blog which he updates frequently, and runs regular public polls. His blog is called 1Malaysia. That’s right; 1Malaysia was coined from the title of our Prime Minister’s blog.
The blog was started to “provide a free and open forum,” as in the words of Najib, and generate constructive discussions on issues that matter and involve the entire nation. Just like the blog, the 1Malaysia concept is to embrace the uniqueness of all cultures and create a sense of unity in the diverse environment we live in. One must never forget that our own freedom fighters and forefathers fought for a Malaya that belonged to everyone, and our PM has time and again reminded us to be thankful.
In his blog, Datuk Seri Najib listed down 8 values he expects from a 1Malaysia nation: Perseverance, Acceptance, Education, Integrity, Meritocracy, Humility, Loyalty and last but not least, Culture of Excellence. These values reflect the mindset of a developed nation, a signature of First World countries, which Malaysia aspires to be a part of by 2020. A cultured rakyat and politically-savvy youth are essential for a country’s development, and only with these values instilled, can such a dream be realized.
1Malaysia is a welcome deviance from previous ruling styles as 1Malaysia is the power of the people. From the theme song, right to ideas for the annual Budget, 1Malaysia goes through the people prior to higher-office discussions. As everyone can see, even the blog comes in the four major languages: Malay, Chinese, Tamil and English. Everyone is treated as an equal, and as an individual, and every thought seems to count.
Like our PM has said, each of us wants opportunity, respect, friendship, and understanding. Here’s hoping that the spirit and objective of 1Malaysia never deviates!
