(Johann Friedrich Blumenbach (11 May 1752 – 22 January 1840) was a German physician, naturalist, physiologist, and anthropologist. He was one of the first to explore the study of the human being as an aspect of natural history. His teachings in comparative anatomy were applied to his classification of human races, of which he claimed there were five, Caucasian, Mongolian, Malayan, Ethiopian, and American. Text and Image source: Wikipedia)
(Way before other fast-food restaurants got our attention, KFC was the only one that we encountered and yet it was a luxury to eat here. Image source: Ktchn Rebel)
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Namaste is a traditional South Asian greeting of respect and a common cultural practice in India. It involves a slight bow with hands pressed together, palms touching, and fingers pointing upwards, known as the Añjali Mudrā. The term originates from Sanskrit, combining ‘namas’ meaning ‘bow’ or ‘obeisance’ and ‘te’ meaning ‘to you’, thus translating to ‘I bow to you’. This gesture is an acknowledgment of the soul in one by the soul in another, embodying the belief that the divine resides within every individual. Image source: Wikipedia
The primary objective of a police roadblock is to ensure public safety by monitoring and regulating vehicular traffic. These checkpoints are strategically placed to prevent and detect criminal activities, such as smuggling or driving under the influence. They also serve as a deterrent against traffic violations, contributing to safer roads. Additionally, roadblocks can facilitate emergency response during incidents, ensuring swift action and aid when necessary. Image source: Photo by Travis Saylor/Pexel
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(VHS cassettes and VHS player was the lifeline for evening entertainments at my Grandma’s house – image source: Youtube)
Long before we had Astro and the luxury of watching movies in the cinema, we have VHS video cassette rental. And it was more obvious in works at my grandma’s house where we had “Rao Video Centre” couple blocks away from the house.
(Dasavatharam is basically a tailor-made movie to showcase Kamal’s technical and acting skills and to his credit, he pulled most it rather well. Image source: Youtube)
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(A field that is bigger than the school building area and holds a 400-meter track, 2 football fields, basketball court and still had more space to spare. Image source: Google Earth)
When I was in my secondary school (the good old La Salle Brickfields), I was in the Boy Scout (aka Pengakap) – in fact, I ended up as the Boy Scout troop leader at the end of schooling days. And one of the highlights of being in the Boys Scout is going camping at the edge of the school field.
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