Dear Thelma: I just can't stand his bad habits and cover-ups
However, we broke up last week after I found out that he had lied to me for the second time. I am very against vaping and shisha or whatever to do with smoking. In the beginning of the first year, we were very happy together but we often argued about this issue. It was very difficult for me to trust him because of his friends who are smokers and drinkers. Recently, I found out that he was vaping and smoking shisha.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 07:30 UTC
Flood mitigation for Kapayan if Barisan wins seat, says MCA candidate
KOTA KINABALU: A flood mitigation programme will be set up for the Kapayan constituency if Barisan Nasional wins the state seat in the upcoming polls, says Sabah MCA chief Lu Yen Tung. The Barisan Nasional candidate has pledged to address the flood woes and improve economic activities, including creating more job opportunities for his constituents. Lu said a flood mitigation plan had already been proposed to the Federal Government in 2012, but the follow-up was halted due to several factors. “This is part of my effort to contribute to the revival of the tourism sector in Sabah, ” Lu said, adding that locals were setting up their own home-stays and even budget hotels. According to Lu, MCA would not give up when it comes to winning the hearts and minds of voters in the seats it was contesting in the Sabah polls.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 07:07 UTC
The problem with diagnosing and treating prostatitis
It is at most times, a pathological diagnosis derived from examining a patient’s prostate tissue after surgical removal. Therefore, some degree of prostatitis may co-exist with benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), benign prostate enlargement (BPE), or even prostate cancer. A StarHealth article quoted that “Around 80% of men walking around with urinary problem and sexual dysfunction actually have prostatitis and don’t know it.”The assertion that 80% of patients with voiding issues have prostatitis is not substantiated. The second type is chronic prostatitis where the patient might have bacterial infection (sometimes recurrent) and long-standing urinary symptoms. The third type of prostatitis is difficult to treat and is often referred to as chronic prostatitis (CP) or chronic pelvic pain syndrome, where there is no infection.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 04:52 UTC
Contradictheory: How lies can become truth
You may already have guessed what the result was: People were more likely to mark statements that were repeated as “true” in later tests. The short answer is to note that the same also happens for true statements: If you repeat it, it’s more likely to be accepted as true. You can kind of see it happening in the United States. But as seen in the United States, lies can cost lives and they can cause grief. Sometimes they can be reconciled (you can drink something that is delicious while knowing it’s unhealthy), but sometimes you just have to battle on and keep repeating the truth.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 01:52 UTC
Spy vs. Spy
IF you grew up reading MAD, the classic American humour magazine, you’ll be familiar with the segment “Spy vs. Spy”, which features two agents, who in their desperation to outdo each other in the name of espionage, end up being a pair of comedians. They have been accused of running global hacking operations for at least six years to steal identities and video game technology, plant ransomware, and spy on Hong Kong activists. “Spy vs. Spy” isn’t just about planting booby traps but also about winning the hearts and minds of the international community, especially the young. Hong Kong is an example where US involvement is suspected. “Kong Tsung-gan” has appeared in reports on Hong Kong by CNN, The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Agence France-Presse and The Guardian, among others.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 01:30 UTC
The risk of swollen crown jewels
Additionally, I have read that younger men are more likely to have testicular cancer and I would like to ask if that is true? I am really worried and embarrassed about someone “fondling” my testicles, and can you please help clarify the risks posed by my swollen crown jewels? The pooling of the veins in the sac has the impact of higher temperature, resulting in the reduction in testicular size. There are several types of testicular swelling that are benign in nature, and these types include varicoceles, hydrocele, epididymal cysts or even a hernia. On that note; “there comes a point in every man’s life where he says enough is enough and gets his swollen crown jewels 'fondled' as that could potentially save his life”.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 01:07 UTC
15 YEARS OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
University of Cyberjaya continues to shine and excel with international recognitionA GREAT university is about academic excellence and exceptional student experiences. The University of Cyberjaya (UoC) has consistently sought to excel in these key areas. In recognition of its commitment to quality and over 15 years of academic excellence, the institution was declared as the University of Cyberjaya – a comprehensive university. Set to join the Tokyo Olympics soon, the university is proud to have Nur Dhabitah Sabri as its Faculty of Occupational Safety & Health student. True to its motto Nurturing the Passion to Care, UoC students are taught to serve the community while learning to sharpen their skills and expertise.
Source:The Star
September 20, 2020 00:33 UTC
The highs and the lows
When Thursday came the weather took a big turn for the worse and the wind was up with gusts of 60mph. Of course, the weather played a big part that week and it was ‘typical’ British Open weather, they say. I’m sure most of you would like to know what it’s like in a day on the LPGA Tour. Sure enough, my flight from Seattle (to Portland) was canceled and I could only rebook for Wednesday morning with another bad connecting (flight). I also hope all my fellow Malaysians enjoyed Malaysia Day and I wish you all good health and great prosperity.
Source:The Star
September 19, 2020 23:26 UTC
Razie shows who’s the boss
KUALA LUMPUR: Police revived their hopes of reaching the Razak Cup knockout stage after thrashing hapless Kelantan 8-0 in their penultimate Group C match at the National Hockey Stadium. Their other goals came from field goals scored by Baljit Singh Sarjab (24th) and Azreen Rizal Nasir (29th). Razie said the big win was a massive morale booster after suffering a humiliating 5-0 loss to Terengganu on Friday. “This is a perfect response from my teammates after the opening loss, we need to build on this against Armed Forces. A win will see us finish in the top-two and advance to the knockout stage, ” said the international.
Source:The Star
September 19, 2020 23:26 UTC
Wolff hunts for major prize after seizing U.S. Open lead
I feel like I'm really hitting the ball well," the American said. "My irons were really good, and even though I only hit two fairways, my driver was -- it was just barely off, but that's the U.S. "I'm ready to win out here and win a major," said Wolff, who turned pro last year and won his first PGA Tour event -- the 3M Open -- in July 2019. It's really important, and yes, it is really early in my career," said Wolff, who tied for fourth at last month's PGA Championship. "But I mean, I put myself in a really good spot, and obviously I'm feeling really good with my game, so I'm just going to keep on doing what I'm doing and whatever happens, happens."
Source:The Star
September 19, 2020 23:26 UTC
World champ Sindhu not going to Denmark
Sindhu has withdrawn from the Denmark Open but Saina Nehwal aims to make her presence felt in Odense from Oct 13-18. According to The Times of India, Sindhu has had a change of heart after the postponement of the Thomas-Uber Cup Finals. Initially, Sindhu decided against going to the Finals but agreed to join the team after being persuaded by the Badminton Association of India. “I’ve pulled out of the Denmark Open. Now that it’s postponed, there is no point going to Denmark, ” said Sindhu.
Source:The Star
September 19, 2020 23:15 UTC
The power of love
ARE Sabahans in love with Parti Cinta Sabah (PCS)? The Sabah-based political party, with the word “love” (cinta) in its name, is led by former foreign minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman. Universiti Malaysia Sabah senior lecturer Dr Zaini Othman pointed out that PCS needed to work hard to make Sabahans love it. If everything is equal, we can form the government, ” said the PCS president in an interview on Tuesday. That is why I want a genuine Sabah party to form the government, ” he said.
Source:The Star
September 19, 2020 22:52 UTC
Working 10 hours daily to keep river filth-free
And the rubbish scooped up from the river daily could fill up two lorry loads, said Penang Irrigation and Drainage Department contract worker Alamin Dewan, 30. Lately, he said he and his colleagues had been working 10 hours every day to keep the river filth-free. Roads such as Jalan P. Ramlee, Jalan Sungai Pinang, Jalan Patani and Jalan Datuk Keramat, which are near the river, are hit by flash floods after a downpour. “Rain or shine, we come here to clean the river to ensure the water will not overflow its banks when it rains. Penang Fire and Rescue Department director Saadon Moktar said all the 830 officers and firemen in Penang had been told to brace for adverse weather conditions.
Source:The Star
September 19, 2020 22:18 UTC
Pogacar as stunned as everyone after shock Tour upset
In the morning, I was just happy to be in second place but then I had a really good day and I'm now just starting to realise that I'm in yellow," Pogacar told a news conference. "Going into the third week of a grand tour I always feel good. I guess my genetics are really good. "I was never thinking of the yellow jersey because it's the biggest race in the world," he said. Back then I didn't really know what it was all about," said Pogacar.
Source:The Star
September 19, 2020 19:18 UTC
Feature: Kenyan women defy stereotypes to venture into male-dominated businesses
In 2013, Oloo ventured into the male-dominated timber business with a singular determination to succeed despite the huge bottlenecks that stood in her path. Her desire for the business started while working at a timber yard located inside an open-air market in downtown Nairobi. We have women in the construction industry and motorcycle taxi business that used to be associated with men," said Oloo. Faith Asibwa joined the motorcycle taxi business in downtown Nairobi at a time it was regarded as a masculine undertaking. "There is no crime in women venturing into motorcycle taxi business.
Source:The Star
September 19, 2020 16:52 UTC