Rob Zombie new tracks!

Rob Zombie is back! Does he actually left us alone? No at all if you take into consideration that the comic book writer, designer, director, producer, screenwriter, singer, rocker, songwriter and performer!? is so busy doing his things  which at the end he will explode. However to ouor main reason for being here. He has revealed in his blog his intentions to go back to the studio and start

OMG new Final Destination! For God's sake

Yes. This amazing franchise is back for more death, more pointless CGI and more boobies. After the watching not one, not two, not three but four "Final destination" films, executives decided it was time to make another stupid sequel just to buzz our ears. To keep the record straight, number 4 returned quite a decent portion of money at the worldwide box office so there is no reason for them stop

Paranormal activity 2-WTF? Seriously?

Hello all, a new trailer for "Paranormal activity 2" was attached to the awesomeness of "Twilight:Eclipse". The trailer reveals what happened at the end of the first movie so if you haven't seen the original, shame. The tag line is so so cash-in obvious that i find the whole thing ridiculous. I mean because the first film was a surprising hit, Hollywood thought to completely milk it.
So what we

Travel Review: Phuket, Thailand.

Many say you haven’t done summer if you haven’t visited a beach.

This June, as my family and I decided to put together a summer-break-together; we visited the infamous Phuket Island, Thailand.


It was the first trip after many years – probably since I was seven – our whole family came together for a trip. Phuket, Thailand is not far away from my home country. It took us the time of a football game to reach the island’s international airport by plane.

To cut cost, and to ensure flexibility, we decided to go free and easy.
As expected, Phuket is a tourist’s capital. You can easily find travelers from 10 different countries by simply looking across the busy streets in the Phuket Town. You can say the tourists are the soul of the island.

The Phuket residents are mainly Thai. Yet, most of them are considered fluent in English. Hence, communication is not a huge issue for most tourists.

Our first day at Phuket was a tour around the city. A tourist guide was hired (come together with a mini bus for a family of seven) for only 900 Baht, equivalent to only $ 30.

We toured around the notable spots around Phuket Town, including some outdoor activities sites like Elephant ville, paintball range, go kart circles, etc.


The beaches around the Phuket Island are remarkable. My family resided next to a beautiful beach called the Patong Beach. I would say it is best for honeymoon in the morning and parties in the night.

Our exciting trip covered two days of visitation to the nearby islands, namely the James Bond Island, Phi Phi Island, Maya Beach, Monkey Beach, and so on.


The beautiful beaches attracted tourist to come for various water activities. Snorkeling is one of the popular activities that tourists would try, aside from swimming in the clean ocean or simply strolling along the beach line as the sun sets.

As the night falls, Phuket city transforms into a sinners’ heaven. Phuket is well known for its established pubs and bars all around the central of the island.


Beers are sold at very low rates to accommodate more tourists who seek to drink or socialize after dinner.

Another exciting part of Phuket for the big boys is the ever-present girls, in sexy suits, all around the town. Yes, they are there even in the mornings!

It is almost positive to say that these girls are one big asset of the island. As you walk along the streets in Phuket, don’t feel surprised by people who might approach to invite you for free Agogo or Tiger Shows.

Simply raise you palm and say “No, thanks” if you are not interested, the locals are fine with that. Or else, just lay back and enjoy a few shots whilst watching a football game on the giant LCD flat screen.


We spent four days and three nights in this busy yet relaxing island.

If you are looking for a short break this summer over the Southeast Asia, let me recommend to you the land of pleasures – Phuket, Thailand.

More photos available here.

Megan Fox-married!!!!!!!!!!!!

Megan Fox got married in a secret ceremony occured at the Four Seasons resort in Hawaii with her long time fiance Brian Austin-the guy from Beverly Hills. Well done Megan. Well i mourn to be honest since you are only 24 but hey if this is the path you want to choose why not? Congratulations!

First pic from the set of Scream 4

This is the first pic from Scream 4 featuring Neve Campell and Access Hollywood presented Nancy O'Dell. Scream 4 reunites Campel, Kortney Cox, David Arquette with director Wes Craven and writer Kiven Williamson for the first time since well 1997 (Scream 2). I think we may have a new classic in our hands.

what do you think? scream 4 is necessary?

Predators preview-will it be bad or a new sci-fi classic?

On July 8th we will witness the rebirth of fear like the trailer promises us. Of course i am talking about the "Predators", produced by the awesome Robert Rodriguez. Now one thing is certain. The film won't have any CGI blood aka boring and uninspiring shit while it will take the franchise back ot its gorier roots. The timeline of the creature Predator starts with the surprising hit of 1987 under

This is disgusting

Well, as you may have heard Belgium's catholic church has been dealing with a lot of issues the last couple of months due to increased evidence of peodophilia from their priest. Now we are supposed to be shocked by that? Just grab the damn disgusting creatures and throw them to jail.
They think because they are priests and members of the "holy" church that they are protected....This is disgusting

Movie Review: Sex and the City II

Love, labels, blink-blinks, and sex.

Yes, it’s the foursome from New York City making their glamour appearance on screens worldwide again.

“Sex And The City 2” return to hit the cinemas this summer to bring a sequel to the love lives of the four ever-sparkling women.

The story begins with a gay marriage of two men who initially hated each other, Stanford (Willie Garson) and Anthony (Mario Cantone). The highlight of the gay wedding was Liza Minnelli’s appearance as a guest singer performing Beyonce’s “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It).”

The story then moves on to describe the lives of the women being more stressful than before. All married except Samantha (Kim Cattrall) who is now 52, struggling to handle her menopause by taking more than 40 over types of creams and supplements.

Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) is forced to quit her job because she was not appreciated at her workplace with her boss gesturing her to silent each time she has a voice. She finds that spending time with her son Brady is even more appropriate.

Charlotte (Kristin Davis) now faces the most headaches ever with her two little daughters. She is also worried about her husband being attracted to the bra-less nanny, Erin (Alice Eve), who was revealed at the end of the movie as a lesbian.

Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) on the other hand is experiencing what is called the “mid-wife crisis.” She was displeased by her husband, Mr. Big (Chris Noth), who is settling into a wedded bliss. Mr. Big wants to hang out on the couch more than paint the town red, leaving Carrie longing for the "sparkle" of the good-old days.

Thanks to Samantha public relation campaign for an Arab sheikh, the four girls took on a trip to Abu Dhabi, also known as the New Middle East.

The girls soon find themselves irritating the Muslim society in Abu Dhabi due to their styles and attitudes but none more than Samantha, who was charged for having sex on the beach in which later clarified as just a kiss.

Carrie met her old love Aidan (John Corbett) in the middle of a spice market and the two decided to meet for a dinner. Because of Carrie’s decision to “play with the fire,” the two accidentally kissed before they bid goodbye.

Carrie finds herself guilty after the incident and opts to call Mr. Big for apologies. Previously, in the television series, Carrie had an affair with the then-married Mr. Big while dating Aidan, ending their relationship.

Due to Samantha’s charges, the sheikh cancelled the PR meeting with her and all luxurious perks are no longer paid for. Within an hour, the four girls packed in chaotic hurry and leave for home.

When Carrie returns home, Mr. Big presented her a diamond ring as a punishment to remind her that she is married.

The story resolves with a summary on how Carrie and Mr. Big combine their common interest, Miranda finds a new firm that appreciate her voice, Charlotte every now and then take a few days off from the family for herself, and Samantha stays as she is.

Generally, this sequel may have disappointed much audience. Because the girls are on the romp in Abu Dhabi throughout the story where sex is verboten, there was very little sex, and not a lot of city. Bad move.

You may find most of the acts in this movie being exaggerated. The luxurious scenery, the local culture of Abu Dhabi and the “forbidden acts” became the center of attention whilst sex and love came second after those.

However, the value of “Sex And The City” remains with Carrie’s voiceover that fit perfectly into most scenes. The traditional girl-talk conversations added resemblance to the television series and are relevant.

The approach to the movie may have shifted, but going after the crazy lives of these four big girls still brings the same magic and excitement. Spending time with this movie is like putting on a diamonded-heel with complicated laces.

Michael Jackson-A billion dollar man

Tomorrow, it is the anniversary of Michael Jackson passing. One year exactly the king of Pop passed unexpectedly at his rented home in California. He was only 50 years old and just 8 days away from moving to London. However since his tragic passing, the world udnerstood that he lost an icon, a person that exists only once in a lifetime and a true genious. Despite many controversial aspects of his

Overload part 2: Lady Ga-----Ga

Now, i was one of the early supporters for Lady Gaga. I did not care about the rumours because they are all stupid and we all saw what happened with MJ and the rumours. But the kinda different videos, the singing and the rythm as well as with the personality made her look well different than the average today pop star. But she literally is becoming a joke day by day. I mean it is good to maintain

PLease no more Justin Baby-OVerload part 1!

Jesus! the world has entered into the orbit of stupidiness. Who is little kid with the hilarious haircut that everybody (?) is talking about? Look at the picture on your left. Is this a pic of a normal human being? Another product the music industries are trying to serve to the tired from their gimmicks public. However it seems to work-wonder why...
These weird teens in U.S have idolised a

One stripe that made the difference

Though many have known that some operations in 1^st K.L. differs with most of the B.B. companies in Malaysia, my experience in the recent Pesta has made the picture even clearer.

Take the road-march event as example. I wonder if we are the only company where the three Staff Sergeants were covering the squad or the band from the rear while the Sergeants made the lead.

Or during the band competition, have you seen any blue slash(s) in the 1^st K.L. band? It goes the same for the singing and dancing competition.

Don’t get it? Allow me to explain.

In 1^st K.L., the highest ranking in Senior section is the Sergeant, who also chairs the N.C.O. (Non-Commissioned Officers) council. This rank-and-file structure is slightly different as compared to many local companies where the Staff Sergeants are the spotlights in that section.

I suppose this culture begin in 1^st K.L. ever since I was 15, when I first promoted to be Lance Corporal. I saw my Staff Sergeants being appointed to the Junior section as helpers, leaving the Senior section to the Sergeant and his team.

To be specific, the Staff Sergeants in 1^st K.L. nowadays are simply probationary Officers. They no longer step foot into the N.C.O. council nor any major functioning of the Senior section. This is why you don’t see a band major, or drill squad commander to be a Staff Sergeant.

In the absence of a Sergeant, like what happened in 2007 and 2009, the Corporals took the leadership position. Staff Sergeants were never allowed to interfere with the decision making process with the Seniors. However, they were allowed to sit at the advisory seat.

Being a Staff Sergeant myself, together with two of my best buddies, Kar Hoe and Sai Hong, we saw this as a turning point. It feels odd when we no longer could participate in the national level competitions, though our ages were still under qualification.

So whenever it comes to “only-Senior-section-activities” like National B.B. Pesta or State drill competition, the three of us could only be shouting our lungs out from the audience seat. Yet, I find that the three stooges kept finding ways to sneak in, at least to be part of the team.

Taking Pesta as an example again, the 1^st K.L. Staff Sergeants volunteered to prepare the Boys for the competitions. To be more definite we were the managers of the team.

Sai Hong helped with the band, while Kar Hoe and I were there all the time for the singing team. Even during the actual competitions, we were the one helping to check the Boys’ uniform, making sure their instruments are there, bringing them water, running up and down to do the AV & lighting, staging, etc. Above all, we were the spiritual pillars for the Boys.

I find that when we help with these, we feel more belonged. I do admit that it is envious to see other companies where the Staff Sergeants could be the drill commanders executing the squads, lead singers soaring in the singing competitions, or the band majors directing the bands.

Nonetheless, we are proud to be there FOR the Boys instead of ourselves.

This week is going to be critical. We won’t know what is going to end up upon the three stooges. As our company’s Enrolment Service is to be held this Sunday, it marks our official age limit as Boys. Either we turn white, or (Insya Allah!) to remain in our blues, no one knows yet. All I know is that I have a passion to be an Officer but I have to leave for the States again in 7 weeks.

Through these 1.5 years of Staff Sergeant-hood, I’ve really learnt a lot. I learn to yell less and cheer more; I learn to punish less and motivate more; I learn to do less and pray more; I learn to sit back, and let the younger ones to take the lead.

This one more stripe on my right chevron did not set me apart from the Senior section but a stripe that raised the bar for higher service.

Dear Kar Hoe and Sai Hong, you guys have made my BB career colorful. I couldn’t imagine how much fun (and suffering, I am sure) I have missed from the nine months of B.B.-less when I was in the State. Thank you, for your support. This brotherhood will not be complete without any of us contributing to each others' life.

Here’s to the three stooges, and the memories we’ll cherish for generations to come.

Scream 4 ready to roll cameras in a week!

Ghostface is back and this time we will scream again! Yep you heard it, Scream 4 starts shooting in June 28th. The trio from the previous trilogy will be back but we are not sure if this time they will survive. Kevin Williamson is on the writer's position again as well as Wes Craven, the disturbed and brilliant mind behind "The hills have eyes", "Last house on the left", "Voodoo","Nightmare on

The Hit of A Counter-Attack

If you think experiencing culture shock while settling in a new environment is tough, wait till you experience its counter attack – reverse culture shock!

Reverse culture shock takes place normally when one returns home after living in a new environment for quite some time.

With over thousand of international students residing in SCSU, I’m sure there will be some who experienced/is experiencing reverse culture for those who returned home this summer.

As an international student myself, I find that coping with reverse culture shock can be a headache.

There are many areas an international student who returned home may have to cope with, i.e. relationships, food and other lifestyles.

Examples of problems, or rather issues, that a returning international student may face at home are: being international (lack of belongingness), being more independent than before (prefer less restriction), and having higher competencies in language or other skills (more proficient compared to friends of the same age group).

Sources state that if one could understand the basic ways to overcome this issue, they could spend their summer break with their friends and family more meaningfully. I hereby wish to share some of my knowledge on overcoming this dreadful situation.

One way to deal with reverse culture shock is to share your international experience with your friends and families while keeping in mind that they may not be agreeable on the lifestyles you’ve been keeping for the time of your stay in the states.

So, simply review your photographs, journals and videos with your friends and families to let them “feel” your experience. By doing so, they could also be less worried about your well-being in the states.

Second, be patient. Do not feel the urgency to tell all your interesting stories to your family members and friends. They are just as excited as you are about your returning. So, give time for both parties to strengthen the relationships within before you cause them information overload. Take time to nurture your past friendships too.

Third, get involved with your community. Getting involved with your church or school co-curricular activities may be a good head start. Such volunteering opportunities could help you to bond with people that you might once very close with and help building your rapport among friends.

Relearn your local media like the newspapers and radio may help you to find more updates of your community that you might have missed in the past few months/years.

Finally, don’t forget about the people who have been supporting you in the states! Keep in touch with your friends, supporting staff, professors and host family who are still in the states. With the recent advancement of social media, distance could no longer break relationships. Facebook, twitter, or in whatever ways, connect with your international friends and keep them updated about your summer excitement!

Home returning should be exciting. Deal with reverse culture shock correctly and you will find home a very warm place again.

After all, St. Cloud is yet to be warm, in terms of its weather.

Columnist

University Chronicles

Megan Fox is a godess

To all those who are bashing MF. Stop creating lies just because you do not like someone. This world is very weird. Same thing with Michael Jackson. What's the point to keep telling all the time that she is a whore, a bitch, a rude person, ugly?!, that has done plastic surgery? Why? because she doesn't chase the media? Because she is not speaking openly about her private life? Oh.. i get it. If

A very different Pesta experience

1st KL in action.

The Enormous 12 took stage at Dewan Sri Pinang for National Singing Competition.

You know you turn from a Boy to an Officer when:

• You start telling Boys what not to bring to camps.
• You start skipping dinner after work just to make sure you are there on time for Boys' practices.
• You start learning how to motivate Boys before their competitions.
• You start sacrificing your working hours to hunt for Boys' competition costumes.
  
• You start praying from them every night so that they do well in their competitions.
• You start checking what the Boys are eating before the competition so that they don't hurt their throats.
• You start bringing mints, halls, hacks, and gums for the Boys, just in case.
• You start telling them they have won the competition even before it begins.
• You start scolding anyone who's in your Boys' way during their final rehearsal.
• You start looking at them, giving them the "don't worry" smile at the backstage.
• You start sweating when the music plays.
• You start crying when the Boys finally take their bow on the stage.
• You start saying "Its OK, I'm very proud of you guys!" when the result is announced.
• And you start finding ways to make sure the Boys get their trophy back the next Pesta.

Without me realizing, Pesta was actually over.

This Pesta was totally a different experience compared to the one I've attended in 2006. It is mainly because I am no longer simply a participant but a supporter and instructor to our very own 1st KL Boys.

Though the results were not as pleasing as expected, I am proud because the Boys did their best. Given the short time (for the singing team preparation), a 3rd Runner-up is a blessing. The Boys learned everything from scratch in 3 weeks and the choreography in three days during the final camp. From choosing the song, re-arranging the music, setting the harmony parts, figuring the choreography steps, and teaching them to the Boys, it was a long yet memorable journey.


I want to take this opportunity to thank all the instructors who had spent their valuable time with the Boys.

Overall, 1st KL did slide back a little since the last Pesta. However, it is fair to say that the level of the competitiveness has risen and it was a stiff one that our Boys underwent.

19th National BB Pesta competition results:

Band
Champion: 1st Johor Bharu
1st Runner-up: 3rd Kuala Lumpur
2nd Runner-up: 1st Kuala Lumpur

Best Drum Major
Champion: 3rd Kuala Lumpur
1st Runner-up: 1st Kuala Lumpur, 1st Johor Bharu

Singing
Champion: 2nd Subang Jaya
1st Runner-up: 1st Johor Bharu
2nd Runner-up: 8th Penang
3rd Runner-up: 1st Kuala Lumpur

Dancing
Champion: 16th Penang
1st Runner-up: 1st Johor Bharu
2nd Runner-up: 3rd Kuala Lumpur

Drill
Champion: 8th Penang
1st Runner-up: 16th Penang
2nd Runner-up: 3rd Kuala Lumpur

For more detailed results, click here.

1st KL shall rock the next Pesta down south, Johor Bharu!

"The losers" are winners

Hey back from a screening of “The losers”, based on a DC/vertigo comic book. To be honest I was expecting something truly bad but actually it turned out to be a lot of fun. Why? Because "the losers" know how to get the job done. A) it is great to change backgrounds constantly (miami, dubhai, bolivia etc). B) the camerawork at some point really impressed me, C) the cast is solid with the awesome

MTV movie awards 2010

What can i say? Did "New Moon" deserve to win? No of course not. Since the main audience is losebags that are considered themselves wolfpacks and vampyres how come a movie like "New Moon" can be characterised as non-existent?Personally i hate twilight. The work on the dialogue, effects and fight scenes is just hilarious. It is a c-list movie and every time Robert Pattinson appears on screen u

Sandra Bullocks wins MTV movie Award

Sandra Bullock won yesterday an MTV movie award (while giving an awesome kiss to Scarlett Johansson). It's called the generation award and i agree with that choice completely. It was presented by Bradley Cooper (co-star on "All about Steve", Scarlet Johansson and Betty White-the legendary actress with whom Byullock had the joy to share on screen at the huge hit "The proposal"). 
Sandra Bullock is

A BB-ful weekend

Back to my office; back to my seat; back to my PC; back to reality.

I had a really fruitful weekend with the Boys at their final Pesta Preparation camp. The camp commenced Friday and it ends today afternoon. I joined them immediately after work on Friday. Too bad that I have to work today, or else I'll be with them till camp breaks.

It was one of the most tiring camp I've ever had, maybe my stamina isn't as good as before. I salute the Boys for their high spirit in this camp, though they went under the sun for hours in the school field. Overall, the band, singing team and dancing team is pretty much ready to go. 1st KL is all set for championship!

One thing that differ in this camp as compared to the many I had previously is the prayer session and many spiritual encouragement from the Officers. Our Boys were taught to put their trust in Christ, who is the ultimate One to control the whole game. I want to give thanks to God who has sustained us from all these while. Without Him, 1st KL wouldn't have gone thus far. Praise the Lord!

It is just 3 days away from Pesta! 1st KL will be departing KL Wesley on the 10th by 8 a.m. Then it will be a 5-day-4-night of woos-haas in Penang! I am so excited for it.

I'm all pumped up. What about you?

Humble Update Before the Weekends

It’s been two weeks since I started my internship here at Thumbprint. Overall, I would say I have learn a lot in these two weeks. I learn to write Corporate Identity manuals, flyers and brochures, websites, and proofreading, etc. Besides, I also experienced how a real working environment will be in the field of advertising and branding or marketing. Tough…yes, a little because of the working hours:

A typical weekday:

7 a.m. Reveille

8 a.m. Arrive at office

9 a.m. Start of the day

1 p.m. Lunch

2 p.m. Start of 2nd half of day

6:30 p.m. End of work

7:30 p.m. Gym

9 p.m. Wash up

10 p.m. Dinner

11 p.m. Home

12 Midnight. Last Post

I wonder if this will be the kind of life that I will be living after my graduation. Now I know why people always say that university’s life is the best time of your age. Like my dad said: “When you’re studying, the time is yours; when you’re working, the time is your employer’s.”

Anyway, I love learning about new things, especially stuffs that are important to my field of study: Mass Communications. Though what I am doing in this internship is not directly related to my Broadcasting sequence in my degree, I am at least getting in touch with people who are experienced in the field. I am sure this internship will be a great experience and will leave a nice impact on my resume.

Thank God, it’s Friday! (A quote from “Hotel for Dogs”). I am looking forward to the final Pesta Preparation Camp series that is beginning this afternoon till Monday noon. I miss those times when I can stay through the whole camp because now I couldn’t have done so due to my work.

And, the National Pesta at Penang state is just a week away! I have been praying, praying, and praying for the Boys as well as the Officers of 1stKL and BB Malaysia as a whole. As a Boy, I know how much this event meant to the Brigadiers. My last experience of Pesta was in 2006: took part in the footdrill competition (defeated), singing competition (1^st runner-up) and band competition (1^st runner-up), I was one of the very few who took part in all the competitions.

This year, knowing that I do not have the chance to participate in any of the competitions, I am taking up a role of instructorship. From re-arranging the theme song, to vocalizing, recording, choreographing, and costuming, I worked very closely with Terence, former 1^st KL Captain (when I was in Form 1), who’s also one of my bosses at work now. I take the singing team as my masterpiece (of course with some other instructors helping too) and they will go out to grab the trophy. Trust in yourselves, Boys, you guys can do awesome! Strive for the best, and God will do the rest.

Cheers, for this is the day that God has made.

Keep RECording! 2- i needed new underwear

Woa what a thrill ride was that! F^&*cking hell i was scared to death! It's been a quite a while since the first [Rec] hitted the uk screens and left the audience mumbling around. Now it's time for the sequel of this excellent horror gem to see the light of the day. A couple of lines will describe you the simple premise of the story:
"The sequel begins 15 minutes after the first ends, taking a