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Economy 101: The Legend of Warren Buffett & Wealth Creation

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A photo of President Barack Obama meeting with Warren Buffett, the Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, in the Oval Office, July 18, 2011. Warren Buffett, born August 30, 1930, in Omaha, Nebraska, is widely regarded as one of the greatest investors of all time and with a net worth of approximately $140 billion as of 2025, he has pledged to give away 99% of his wealth through the Giving Pledge, primarily to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His disciplined, patient approach—emphasizing economic moats, intrinsic value, and long-term ownership—has delivered outsized returns, outpacing the S&P 500 for decades. Image source: White House/Wikipedia

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Know Your Car Basics 101: Important Fuel Efficiency Secrets

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Fuel efficiency refers to the ability of a vehicle or system to maximize the distance traveled or work performed per unit of fuel consumed, typically measured in miles per gallon (MPG) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km). It is influenced by factors such as engine design, vehicle weight, aerodynamics, driving habits, and road conditions. Efficient fuel use reduces costs, lowers greenhouse gas emissions, and conserves natural resources, making it a critical focus for sustainable transportation. Photo by Sergio Souza from Pexels

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Economy 101: Understanding Global External Debt Management

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Global external debt refers to the total amount of money that countries owe to foreign creditors. This financial liability can encompass debts to foreign governments, international organizations, or private foreign entities. It is a critical component of a country’s national account, reflecting its borrowing from external sources to fund various activities and developments. Image source: YouTube

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Economy 101: Top 9 Personal Finance Mistakes You’re Making Now

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In a nutshell, personal finance empowers you to take control of your financial life. It involves understanding your current financial situation, setting clear objectives, and implementing strategies for effectively managing your income, minimizing debt, growing your wealth through saving and investing, and protecting your assets against unforeseen circumstances. Ultimately, it’s about achieving financial freedom and peace of mind. Photo By: Kaboompics.com/Pexel

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Finance 101: Understanding Malaysia’s Employees Provident Fund (EPF): History, Withdrawal Options, and Key Differences

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The mid-20th century, particularly the period following World War II, witnessed a significant surge in the establishment of comprehensive Employees Provident Fund (EPF) systems across the globe. Several key factors drove this. The devastation of the war underscored the need for stronger social safety nets, including provisions for retirement income. Governments, eager to rebuild their economies and foster social stability, recognized the importance of providing workers with financial security. Image source: NSTRead More »Finance 101: Understanding Malaysia’s Employees Provident Fund (EPF): History, Withdrawal Options, and Key Differences

Economy 101: Cryptocurrency: Fueling a New Economic Paradigm

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Cryptocurrency is defined as a digital or virtual form of currency that employs cryptography for security. Unlike traditional currencies issued by governments, cryptocurrencies operate on decentralized networks that utilize blockchain technology. This revolutionary technological framework enables secure, transparent, and efficient transactions over a peer-to-peer network without the need for intermediaries such as banks or payment processors. Photo by David McBeeRead More »Economy 101: Cryptocurrency: Fueling a New Economic Paradigm

Money 101: eGUMIS System – Faster Reclaiming Unclaimed Money Process

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Unclaimed money is a common phenomenon in many countries, including Malaysia which has the eGUMIS system for unclaimed money refunds. It refers to funds left untouched or where the account has been left format without any transactions in various financial institutions, such as banks, insurance companies, and government agencies, for an extended period.

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Economy 101: Seriously, What Drives The Big Economy?

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Despite one can dismiss this as another dumb statement from the PAS leader where he openly says that the liberalisation of the capitalist-based economy & not an Islamic one is the root of the suffering of the people, the question is what makes or breaks the economy of the country like how it did in Venezuela? Image source: Malaysiakini/Twitter

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Home Makeover 101: Part 2 – Repairing Broken & Old Kitchen Cabinet

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One of the must-have items when one moves into a new house is getting kitchen cabinets installed for the kitchen which will make the kitchen look more organised. The expensive ones are made from a special alloy which is resistant to rust, water & tear and more importantly terminates. Image source: Pexel / Diego

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Special Projects 101: Part 6: New Car Makeover 2021 – PKE Alarm System

PKE Alarm System Car Makeover

All new cars these days come with a keyless alarm system which takes away the need to have the physical key and some even have PKE or passive keyless entry alarm system. Add that with a large Android entertainment system, digital dashboard, cameras and multiple USB ports, one has to wonder how taxing it will be on the electrical systems of the car. Image source: Asm Arif/Pexel.

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National Security 101: Sulu Dubious Claim – Countering Wrong & Fake Information

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Sulu heirs basically shot themselves in the leg for any legal claims when 235 Sulu militants decided to invade Lahad Datu in 2013 which saw 68 of these terrorists killed and 10 of the brave Malaysian security forces losing their life. Imagine the gall of these terrorists now wanting to claim billions of money from the Malaysian Government after all the murders they have committed. Image source: Lelarentaka

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Home Makeover 101: Part 1 – Upgrading The Tired Home: The Planning

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After a long tiring day, all we want to do is to come back to a warm, clean, comfortable home where we can lay back in a corner, put a relaxing Illayaraaja classic and have a good book in our hands. But the reality of things especially when we have very little time to clean up, organise and run out of storage, the house can be in a terrible mess & uncomfortable. Image source: Pexel/Photo by Donald Tong

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