Hey guys,from the title of this post,you might have some idea on my recent activity.Yes,I have offered my self to help out at the local old folks home as well as the orphanage.During the first day,I was asked to clean up the clogged drains.The terrible stench nearly made me fainted away!After working for somewhat 4 hours,we had our noon break.We spend some time playing with the orphans and boy they were so cute!One of my friends played musical chair with them and they were evidently over the moon.Then,we continued cleaning all the drains again.At the end of the day I realised that my keys was lost!And I have to sleepover at my cousins.How unfortunate I was. #shrugs
During the second day,we went to the old folks home and helped to clean out the most-hygienic-place-ever...you got it right, its the WASHROOM.Luckily the toilets were in good conditions,and we cleaned the walls,tiles,and the cubicles.Besides,the owner of the orphanage wanted us to paint the walls,so we agree to do the tasks.Tired but satisfied as I can finally tell people that I DO contribute to the society.
The most unforgettable moment would be meeting an uncle who could hardly walks with the support of a stick hoe!He asked us to clear the weeds and.........there was a ant-nest around the area.My legs were bitten by those creepy ants,causing inflammation and itchiness. =.=
PS: Now I finally understand why the boy in HARVESTMOON feels fatigue,having blue face and finally faints after doing all the diggings,cleaning,and walking around for too long.hahahaha.

So 21.12.2012 has passed.It is the end of the Mayan's Calender.People predicted that on 21.12.2012,it is the apocalypse day.Some said that a unknown planet will hit the Earth.The rest claiming that the Earth will be in darkness for three consecutive days.Disaster will happen.Even there's such prediction that when the current famous 'Oppa Gangnam Style''s in Youtube reached 1 000 000 000 views,doomsday will occur.I was so curious that I have surfed the internet to look for information regarding the connection between the so-called doomsday and PSY's horse riding dance.To my surprised, back in 1503,Nostradamus wrote,
 “From the calm morning, the end will come
When of the dancing horse
the number of circles will be 9.”
which pratically means,
Korea is called the country of the calm morning.
PSY gangnam style is a horse dance.
9 circles, as in 1 000 000 000 views.
How creative human minds can be.Yet,nothing really happen.Life goes on as usual.Okay,I know part of you felt disappointed.Just admit it.haha.Nonetheless,it was nothing but another old myth.

How dangerous can a prank call be?Perhaps DEATH!Duchess of Cambridge,Britain Catherine's  nurse,Jacintha Saldanha of King Edward VII hospital commited suicide two days after receiving a prank call from Australian 2DayFM,DJ Mel Greig and Michael Christian.These Sydney radio presenters impersonated as Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles,demanding for their grandson-in-law's health condition.Nurse Jacintha was fooled by them and transferred the phone call to another nurse who revealed everything which were supposedly to be private and confidential in the first point.Apparently nurse Jacintha ended her life soon after realising that she was the victim of their prank call.DJ Mel Greig and Michael Christian were devastated when they heard the tragic news.They are currently under intense counseling and they apologised to the family of the nurse.Below are the video of DJ Mel Greig and Michael Christian response over the tragic news.

Pictures adapted from bizgropartners.com

 Finally my semester 2 ends today!Welcome Semester Break!Well I have been quite idle these days because my schedule is sooooo frigging pack!Last week,I went to Taylor's Open Day as Student Helper with few of my classmates.It was 2 days event and basically my job was to greet the parents,ushered them to their seats.Then I would ask them some questions,fill in some forms before assigning a counselor for them.Quite a lot of people turned up for the open day event,although INTI,located just beside Taylor's College,also had open day!How competitive it was right.I know,I know.Next,back to my semester break.I am going to hve a 3 weeks break!You may think that 3 weeks is just a short break,comparing STPM/SAM/CPU/AUSMAT/whatever ,but I thinks its alright for me.I shall fully UTILISE this 3 weeks by compensating my sleep debt during Cambridge AS exam,if you get what I mean here.haha.Happy Holidays! :)

Okay I am kinda high now.In fact I'm very very high!I will start the story right from the beginning.When my friends and I were going out for lunch from Taylor's College,a young lady approached us suddenly.And she was holding a microphone with her!And she asked us to wish Happy Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to Malaysians and it will be aired on TVi.And we wished INDIVIDUAL-LY on screen.!OMG,I was like...after 18 years,I'm finally appearing on TV just like Justin Bieber and Tom Daley,albeit its a very very very short and quick ads.And they jotted down our names!So I think they will probably show our names too on the screen!Plus,the ads will be aired for the entire Christmas week! #seventh-heaven.And for your information,TVi is a channel which focus more on the East Malaysia.But fret not,TVi is in ASTRO CHANNEL 180! #grins . You'll probably be more familiar with its sister channels,RTM TV1 and RTM TV2. Yeah!

The Duchess of Cambridge,Catherine Elizabeth Middleton aka Kate is expecting her very first child!She was admitted to the King Edward VII Hospital as she is diagnosed with Hyperemesis Gravidarum, a severe form of morning sickness that affects one in every 50 pregnant women and occurs more frequently when women are expecting twins.The members of both family are thrilled with the news as well,especially The Queen,The Duke of Edinburgh,The Prince of Wales,The Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Harry!Congratulations to Prince William and Catherine Middleton! :)

This year's X Factor US is amazing!After catching up with most of the episodes of it,I noticed a contestant,a  New Yorker with melodious voice, Carly Rose Sonenclar.Well,she is just 13!Nonetheless,I think she will be the winner of this year's season.Not to say that I am talking nonsense,you'll understand if you have watched her audition,singing Feeling Good by Nina Simone.Ciao :)

Life Of Pi is aired in cinemas today!And the most intriguing part is,the director of the movie is none other than Academy Award winning director  Ang Lee!This American adventure drama film is based on Yann Martel's 2011 novel of similar title.Piscine Molitor Patel,or Pi Patel,is an immigrant from India living in Canada.When Pi is 16,his father has decided to  close their zoo and move to Canada due to political issues in India.They take along their animals to be sold to a Japanese freighter named Tsimtsum.Unfortunately,they encounters a severe storm during their journey.While all the other family members are nowhere to be soon "assumed to be dead',Pi is lucky enough to be the only survivor in the shipwreck,along with an injured zebra,a hyena,and a orangutan.Due to starvation,the hyena killed the injured zebra and consumed its meat.Then while it tries to kill the orangutan,a Bengal Tiger named Richard Parker appeared and killed the hyena.Since then,Pi is left with Richard Parker.During their epic discovery and journey,Pi has formed a bizzare connection with the fearsome Richard Parker.

While I was surfing the internet,I found out the amazing singer of the song,"Holes Inside",which is by  Joe Brooks!Joe Brooks,(born May 18, 1987) a British singer,started out his singing career via myspace when he was 17.He gained popularity when releasing two independent EPs through the site.Joe was labelled as "Number 1 Unsigned UK Artist" on MySpace by 2008.I find the his songs are amazing #thumbsup and one of his songs in his album,"A Reason To Swim", "Holes Inside" were played in GREY'S ANATOMY!How cool is that!Enjoy the song!Check out www.joebrooks.com to find out his tour dates and to get the tickets!Peace out . :)

Holes Inside lyrics 

When all that you've tried, leaves nothing but holes inside,
It seems like you're wired, to stay here held in time,
Cos nothing seems to change, oh no.
No nothing's gonna change, at all.
I can see it in your face, the hope has gone away.

If you hold tight, shadows will be lost in the light.
Oh cos sometimes, fate and your dreams will collide.
So don't walk away from me,
Don't walk away from me,
Don't walk away from me.

Your feet are stuck, no they cannot move,
Don't tell me that they're glued,
They should've far from.
At home, at ease but give sometime to breathe
But nothing seems to change, oh no.
No nothing's gonna change, at all.
I can see it in your face, the hope has gone away.

But if you hold tight, shadows will be lost in the light.
Oh cos sometimes, fate and your dreams will collide.
So don't walk away from me,
Don't walk away from me,
Don't walk away from me.

That everthing will be ok,
I know that it's so easy to say,
But the pain inside will fade,
Please tell me that you'll stay.

If we hold tight, shadows will be lost in the light.
Oh cos sometimes, fate and your dreams can collide.
When all that you've tried, leaves nothing but holes inside

Courtesy from Kejia

After one and a half month of agony,AS Level Exam is finally over!Once the last paper has ended,the exam hall was filled with nothing but smiles and laughter.Everyone was relieved and the gloomy mood was instantaneously turned into a cheerful ones.Right after the exam,my classmates and I have decided to celebrate by having brunch at the famous Jogoya Restaurant at Starhill!Jogoya is known for their Japanese delicacies,which happens to be high-class buffet.In order to make sure we have paid a worthful sum of money,most of us had not have our breakfast,just so that we can eat a lot more when we are having our lunch! #typicalMalaysian.Since we are dining in with promotions' prices,which is the prices of 2 for 3 person by showing the Jogoya apps downloaded in our smartphones,we were given only 2 hours!Each og us was paying around $65 perperson,and theres 16 of us.Hence the total amount paid is a mind blowing price,$1036.00!Nonetheless,it was totally worth it.There were lots of  mouth-watering food.Think of any food you want,and they have it!Ranging from sushi,oysters,abalones,dimsum,to even chilli crabs,buddha jump over the wall,chicken chops and many more!Note this,the dessert is AMAZING! ---> HAAGEN DAZ ice-cream,tiramisu,blueberry mousse,jelly,just to name a few!<--- :=":" a="a" br="br" buffet="buffet" definitely="definitely" eace="eace" for="for" high-class="high-class" is="is" it="it" must="must" opt="opt" out="out" restaurant="restaurant" those="those" try="try" who="who" x="x">

Dont know what to do with the cardboard boxes in your house?Creatively,you can convert them into LAPTOP-STAND! #gogreen From mashable.com,I found out that you can actually cut out the laptop cardboards and make them into cheap yet useful and effective laptop-stand.You can also decorate the laptop stand in your own way to beautify it!Get the template sheet HERE . For more information,check out mashable.com

Pics are taken from mashable.com

Taken from newsone.com

It has been a exhausting week.I have just sat for Biology practical,Thinking Skills and Maths paper in just 1 week!Anyway left 3 AS papers to go!Back to the topic,President Barack Obama wins! #yay .After a close votes between Governor Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama;alas,Mr Obama won the election by 332 electoral colleges,surpasses Mitt Romney of 206. President Obama will continue to be President of United States for 4 more terms.We will just have to wait and see how does the president improve America and moving America forward. :)

Finally I am 18.Free and legal #excitement.If you think that i will spend my day at clubs/bars/drinking alcohol/watching movies/parties/hanging out with friends/etc...NO.you're totally WRONG.I cant believe myself either.But yes,I am spending my one very special day with

• Mr Mathematics
• Mr Chemistry
• Ms Biology
• Ms Thinking Skills

 Stop showing that weird face.I know,sounds total nerd,but my birthday lies in the middle of Cambridge AS Level Examination.What would you do if you're going to sit for 4 papers in a week time,plus its continuous 4 days of papers!Let's get this in a simpler way,I am investing my special day in education which I hope in return I will get 4A*'s printed on my certificate as well as worthy conditional offer letter from top universities.Looks better now eh?Smart investor.#vain.However,CERTAINLY I have spent quarter of my day celebrating my birthday though.but not in a really grand way.Just a simple slice of cake and lots of wishes from friends.And I am seriously going to re-celebrate this birthday after my exam!Time is ticking. X :)

Mother of hurricanes,Hurricane Sandy has caused devastation to East Coast of United States.Where it is popularly known as financially active city for 24/7,Superstorm Sandy has caused the stock exchanges to be closed for a second day in New York.This will certainly give a hard hit to the economy in US.18 lives were taken by Sandy,which total up to 40 so far.Millions of people are living in the dark as the power supply were shut down.Victims were killed by fallen tree.The subway system is in underwater.Families were forced to leave their home.Cities are flooded.More than 80 homes were destroyed by a wind-fueled fire in Breezy Point,as the severe flooding complicated efforts by firefighters to reach the blaze.Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said that there had been at least 23 other major fires in the city.

 

Now you can hold it in ONE hand.

Apple's latest Product - the new iPad mini

Yes,Apple finally released the iPad mini!And it's definitely not shrunken size of the New iPad.iPad mini weighs just 308g with its screen measures 7.9 inches diagonally which fits perfectly in one hand, and it comes in black or white #predictiblecolour.It’s just 0.28 of an inch thick..The processor consist of an A5 chip,similar to its sibling,the current iPod touch.Not only with a front -facing FaceTime 720p camera,iPad mini also has a 5-megapixel camera in its back.It also includes the new Lightning connector,which is on iPhone 5 !Mention about iPhone 5 reminds me that iPad mini includes SIRI too!The smart cover is shrunk as well,and it comes with multiple colors.

It is slightly larger than its rivals,Google Nexus 7 as well as Amazon Kindle Fire HD.Despite the advantage,Apple iPad mini comes with a little higher price.It starts at $329/£269 for 16GB, then increase to $429/£349 for 32GB, and $529/£429 for 64GBs (all stated are Wi-Fi models only).Wi-Fi models will start shipping on November 2,while the LTE version will be two weeks later.Pre-order starts on 24 October 2012.

For more info checkout apple.com 

World Diabetes Day (WDD) is around the corner!Some intro about WDD shall I make here.
WDD is celebrated 14th of November every year.So you might ask,why 14th of November?Well,it is merely to marks the birthday of Frederick Banting, who, along with Charles Best, is credited with the discovery of insulin #hero!Another question might popped out right from your mind,

How did it all begin?
World Diabetes Day was introduced by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1991, in response to concern over the escalating incidence of diabetes around the world. Since then, the event has grown in popularity every year. 
And the best thing is,WDD is celebrated WORLDWIDE #thumbsup.

So what's the highlight of WDD this year? O.o
The World Diabetes Day 2012 campaign marks the fourth year of the five-year focus on
 “Diabetes education and prevention.”
The World Diabetes Day 2012 campaign will link the urgent need for action to the protection of the health of our future generations. Particular focus will be placed on highlighting the importance of education - for health professionals, people with diabetes and people at risk – in reducing the impact of diabetes throughout the world.
The slogan chosen for the campaign is:
The 2012 campaign will have a special focus on children and young people as the driving force for the promotion and dissemination of education and prevention messages that we hope will inspire and engage local communities to recognize the importance of early awareness of the risks and dangers of diabetes. The aim is to build awareness among children and young people of the warning signs and risk factors for diabetes and that in many cases type 2 diabetes can be prevented through healthy eating and physical activity.
The three key messages of the campaign are:

• Access to essential education for everyone
• The way we live is putting our health at risk
• People with diabetes face stigma and discrimination

Date :
11 November 2012 (Sunday)

Venue (Start / Finish) :
Dataran Merdeka

Distance :
10KM - Run
5KM - Walkathon

Time (Flag-off):
7 AM (Run)
7:30 AM (Walkathon)

Fee :
Walkathon - RM 15 per entry
10km Run- RM 30 per entry

Closing Date for registration:
31 October 2012 (or upon reaching 5,000 participants whichever comes first)

Simple!Go to www.wdd2012.com

For more information,log on to www.idf.org/worlddiabetesday/

Taylor Swift's latest single from her album Red!Begin Again!While not everyone can strike to Paris to mend a broken heart,unless... you are Taylor Swift.The Begin Again video features scenery at the lovely Paris,and also Taylor's elegant style of fashion.She walked into a shop,sipping cappuccino,eating desert #bonappetit and met a great looking Parisian where most of the people say he's Parisian Ryan Gosling!You can imagine the look huh.This song is a little bit more uplifting compared to her "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" which shows frustration and anger.Well,enjoy the song and feel free to leave comments below. Au revoir. :)


Begin Again lyrics

Took a deep breath in the mirror
He didn't like it when I wore high heels
But I do
Turn the lock and put my headphones on
He always said he didn't get this song
But I do, I do

Walked in expecting you'd be late
But you got here early and you stand and wave
I walk to you
You pull my chair out and help me in
And you don't know how nice that is
But I do

And you throw your head back laughing
Like a little kid
I think it's strange that you think I'm funny cause
He never did
I've been spending the last 8 months
Thinking all love ever does
Is break and burn and end
But on a Wednesday in a cafe
I watched it begin again

You said you never met one girl who
Had as many James Taylor records as you
But I do
We tell stories and you don't know why
I'm coming off a little shy
But I do

And you throw your head back laughing
Like a little kid
I think it's strange that you think I'm funny cause
He never did
I've been spending the last 8 months
Thinking all love ever does
Is break and burn and end
But on a Wednesday in a cafe
I watched it begin again

And we walked down the block, to my car
And I almost brought him up
But you start to talk about the movies
That your family watches every single Christmas
And I want to talk about that
And for the first time
What's past is past

And you throw your head back laughing
Like a little kid
I think it's strange that you think I'm funny cause
He never did
I've been spending the last 8 months
Thinking all love ever does
Is break and burn and end
But on a Wednesday in a cafe
I watched it begin again

But on a Wednesday in a cafe
I watched it begin again

Recently I have just read this magnificent book,'The Battle Hymn Of The Tiger Mother" written by none other than Amy Chua.A little biography of Amy.She is The John M. Duff, Jr. Professor of Law at Yale Law School and she is married to a Jewish,Jed Rubenfeld,who also happens to be an academic,Professor of Law at Yale Law School.Raised by Chinese parents,she went through the "Chinese-parenting model",where the parents want their children to excel in things they do.Straight A's in academic is a MUST.If they were to enter competitions,#1 must be in their hands!And so,Amy used the same kind of model to her children.It seems to be effective on their first Chinese daughter,Sophia.However,problems arose with their second children,Louisa,or more commonly known as Lulu.in this memoir,Amy revealed her secrets for her children's remarkable talent in music as well as in academics .Although some of the tactics used by Amy might be too harsh and over,yet I can fell that 99% of the things she has done are mainly for her children's benefits..In my humble opinion,this book depicts the parenting style practiced by most of the Asian parents.It's a Best New York Times Bestseller!So what are you waiting for?Go grab one now! :)

President Barak Obama vs Governer Mitt Romney!The debate is just so tensed!And after this 3rd Presidential debate,there's just 2 weeks left until THE DAY! ELECTION DAY!Who do you think is better?Who will win the election?Stay tuned. :)

James Bond 007 theme song "Skyfall" by Adele is a total hit!"Skyfall" topped the iTunes chart just after 10 hours of released!This incredible piece of song with Adele's powerful voice is also topped with the 77-piece orchestra in the background!



Skyfall lyrics
This is the end
Hold your breath and count to ten
Feel the earth move and then
Hear my heart burst again

For this is the end
I've drowned and dreamed this moment
So overdue, I owe them
Swept away, I'm stolen

Let the sky fall, when it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together

Let the sky fall, when it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together
At skyfall

Skyfall is where we start
A thousand miles and poles apart
When worlds collide, and days are dark
You may have my number, you can take my name
But you'll never have my heart

Let the sky fall, when it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together

Let the sky fall, when it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together
At skyfall

Where you go I go,
What you see I see
I know I'll never be me, without the security
Are your loving arms
Keeping me from harm
Put your hand in my hand
And we'll stand

Let the sky fall, when it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together

Let the sky fall, when it crumbles
We will stand tall
Face it all together
At skyfall

Let the sky fall
We will stand tall
At skyfall

 It has been a year since Steve Jobs leaves the world.He is indeed a great man whom we will never ever forget.An innovator.A visionary.A man who had the determination to change the world.A man who had changed the world's technology.A man who had created various mind-blowing products,ranging from MAC,iPod,iPhone to iPad.A man who had practically changed the world's communication.And the list goes on and on...
Without him,Apple wouldn't exist.Without him,technology wouldn't improve.
In commemorating Steve Jobs,below is the list of quotes of his,

• Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.

• Do you want to spend the rest of your life selling sugared water or do you want a
  chance to change the world?
• Being the richest man in the cemetery doesn't matter to me ... Going to bed at night saying we've done something wonderful... that's what matters to me.
• I would trade all of my technology for an afternoon with Socrates.
• When I was 17, I read a quote that went something like: "If you live each day as if it was your last, someday you'll most certainly be right." It made an impression on me, and since then, for the past 33 years, I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself: "If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today?" And whenever the answer has been "No" for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something.
• Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.
• Remembering that I'll be dead soon is the most important tool I've ever encountered to help me make the big choices in life. Because almost everything — all external expectations, all pride, all fear of embarrassment or failure — these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important. Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart.
• Again, you can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something — your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let me down, and it has made all the difference in my life.
• Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. And, like any great relationship, it just gets better and better as the years roll on. So keep looking. Don’t settle.
  
    
• Here's to the crazy ones, the misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes... the ones who see things differently -- they're not fond of rules... You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them, but the only thing you can't do is ignore them because they change things... they push the human race forward, and while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius, because the ones who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do.

1. Prepare a C6 envelope with your address written on it.
2. Purchase an International Reply Coupon (IRC) to: Marcel Nguyen, Postfach 1307, 82003 Unterhaching. from your nearest post office.
3. Insert your C6 envelope in a bigger envelope that fits into the envelope.
4. Send and wait!
5. Tadaa!It's so simple right!:)

Check out his website too at marcel-nguyen.com