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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"
Reporter spills her beans
By Lee Choon Fai
KUALA LUMPUR: Reporter Ann Tan from The Star offered sound advice to young up and coming reporters who wish to write a good piece of news. In a recent interview, Ann Tan says that first and foremost reporters must get their sources right.
“You don’t ask the local vet for a murder investigation, you just don’t. Getting your sources right is the main priority of information gathering.” she said. “Sometimes the authorities might give you wrong information, either accidentally or deliberately to avoid publicity of certain events.” Ann Tan said that sometimes the authorities might give you half-truths in an effort to avoid public scrutiny. Sources that repeatedly give wrong information should be avoided.
“This is where observation is needed the most.” Her advice is to be on the lookout for any tell tale signs of lying or cover ups. These signs may include body language, eye contact, and tone of voice. “If you can understand body language good enough, you may be able to catch people lying.”
“When you see the signs, double check your information with other sources as it is absolutely vital.” She said that any inconsistencies found during checking will mean that the information is unreliable and further investigation will be needed to get the facts right.
When asked what other tips she could offer to aspiring reporters, she simply said “Research, research, and research”.
