Since the independence day in 1957, “Negaraku” has become a symbol of Malaysian identity and unity. It is played on various occasions, from national ceremonies to sporting events, instilling a sense of pride and patriotism in the hearts of Malaysians. Image source: Wikipedia
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(Similar car model but in brown and there was plenty of room for 3 kids at the back – Austin 1100 was one of the classic cars we ever rode. Photo source: Wikipedia)
This is the very first car that was owned by my family – my Dad’s Austin Minor (I think this is what was written at the back of the car). I even still remember the registration number – BK 7426 (a good number to take for 4 digit number?).
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Bangsa Malaysia was a concept introduced by former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad to create a shared national identity for all Malaysians, regardless of their race or religion. It emphasizes the idea of a united Malaysian nation where everyone feels a sense of belonging and contributes to the country’s progress. It aims to move away from a focus on individual ethnic identities and promote a sense of national unity and shared destiny.
If there is one thing that I hate is finding heavy rust in my car…
What makes it worse is the fact that the rust is creeping on a part which was recently changed. This is a rear-wheel hub that was changed a couple of months ago when a faulty wheel bearing damaged the original hub.
Read More »Know Your Car Basics 101: Destroying Bad Rust Brake Hubs
It is the same case as blogging, isn’t it amazing how fast everyone can turn against you? President Whitmore – from the movie “Independence Day”
Perhaps it was meant to be a late discovery for me – I only started to blog in mid-2005. However, over the last 2 years or so, my blogging experience has evolved, from writing on personal experiences to general & socio-politics areas and from writing with terrible English to an acceptable level of the language.
The saree, a timeless piece of Indian attire, traces its roots back to the Indus Valley Civilization, flourishing between 2800-1800 BCE. During this era, cotton cultivation and weaving were well-established, and dyes like indigo, lac, red madder, and turmeric were used to adorn fabrics. Photo by Lara JamesonRead More »Personal 101: Hectic Saree Shopping in 3, 2 and 1