Thursday, December 16, 2010

BN got back TWO THIRD majority

Dirty works worked again for BN when Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Azmin Ali, R.Sivarasa and Karpal Singh was suspended for 6months from Parliament. This means BN regain its two-third majority(temporarily) since March 2008.

As usual, when UPCO issue was raised, our Yang Di Pertua Dewan Rakyat, chased out those 4 MP as they were against that issue. The proposal was made by another crook, Datuk Seri Nazri Aziz .

So the monkey show will begin from now till next general election. "Pirates of Carry BN"

Malaysia got past Vietnam

Mohd Safee Salleh became the hero last night when he scored 2 goals against Vietnam in semifinals of Suzuki Cup for 1st leg. When audience were expecting a tough match, it happened. The visitors were defending and playing counter attacks. The 1st half became scoreless but K.Rajagopal boys were geared for 2nd half. Proper strategy btw midfielders and strikers made it when both goals could not be controlled by the Vietnam goalkeepers.

Now, Malaysia will be travelling to Hanoi to play their 2nd leg on Saturday. They just need to keep the score in draw or loose with 1 goal margin. Hope we can go to final after 14years.

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Chin Woo Biathlon - 12 Dec'10

I missed this race last year as I was down with fever and flu. Thus, I made it a point to compete and complete the race this year. Though, I had another race yesterday, I wanted to take part in this race as it's unique on it's own.

When I get there, I met Jeff Ooi today morning and was having my power bar as my pre race supplement. Then we went and checked out our name list and there were 42 of them in my category. Perhaps, most of them opted for Asia Masters Run at Dataran Merdeka which was held simultaneously.

We got our body marked with the number. As the advices received from other participants, they told me that only if you are a Triathlete, you can go fast or push yourself, else, just enjoy yourself. I took their point as I never competed in any swimming competition before. Furthermore, I never went for any swimming class nor knows the proper technique.

My category started at 8.30am which was after the kids and juniors category. It was good that they started in time. During training I clocked 40minutes for 600m, damn, so I thought I may clock 1 hour for 800M during competition.

They awarded me lane 3 and I had to share with another participant. When I got into the pool, damn, I was drowned as the height was 2.5metre. Then only I realise, the 1st 5 lanes will be the deepest as its used for diving.

The marshal asked me wheter I'm alright. I requested her for shallower lane so that I can swim confidently. Then another marshal came by and said no problem and changed me to lane 18 which was only 1.4 metre. The marshal also said, don't worry, you are here to enjoy the race and be courage full to finish the race. Another participant beside me, told that, top 3 winners will b e the triathletes, so why worry, just take it easy, furthermore, its your 1st time, so just get the exposure.

As the race beginned, I went slow. After 750M, the marshal said I'm done with race, so I can continue the next discipline. I quickly, put on my shoe and just hold the running vest and got off from the pool. While I was heading to Jalan Hang Jebat, I wear my vest and there you go for 3 loops of 6km.

When I was swimming 300M, the 1st guy came out from the pool. Wow, that guy was actually the Malaysian Athlete whom participated in Guangzhou Asian Games. As I was one of the last swimmers whom came out from the pool, I had to catch up with the rest. While I was going for 1st loop, I manage to overtake 2 runners, so that gave me a boost.

At 2nd loop, another few runners I over took and when I was at the final 500M which was killing high hill, I was still manage to overtake another 2 runners. The route was ups and downs of the hills, but there were good support from the marshals whom were cheering for the runners.

My running experience gave me a bit of advantage to overtake the slow runners and able to get top30 although I don't know whats my exact position. But as I finished the race, I clocked 1:00:49 and I really felt satisfied for the competition itself.

Another milestone in my life.

Looking forward for Mallakof run next week.

Saturday, December 11, 2010

TIBI Run - 11 Dec'10

After 2 weeks without any Tournament, I went for this race to give me some moral boost. Though I knew I will have another back to back race which is Chin Woo Biathlon, but I still wanted to test my recovery and fitness level.

As the race stated 7km, I thought it would be the normal route. As the race started, I made a moderate beginning and catch up after 1km. Upon reaching Tijani hill, I saw runners turning right side, when normal route is actually straight. So, I just followed the crowd. Then, there was a left turn which gave a grand challenge to all of us.

There was a steep slope going upwards around 1km which really gave us a challenge. I tried to push myself, but really my strength was lacking at uphills.

I followed Bee Hoon from the half way mark. There was a water station just after the hill, which enabled us to refresh ourselves. Upon reaching Parliament, I increased my pace and broke away from Bee Hoon and the pelathon and just pushed myself towards the finishing lane.

My timing was 33:34. I knew the distance wasn't 7km but more. Though they didn't give the placing, I knew I was in top 20 which was within my expectation.

At least was a good preparation for my Biathlon tomorrow.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

My 1st Day at new place

When I went into the firm, the HR manager came and gave me some brochures for me to read together technical materials.

Then came in one of the partner in the firm, Esther whom was from Arthur Andersen previously to brief me abt the firm. She was kind enough to brief me abt the history of the firm, the culture and my portfolio.

The the HR manager gave me my access tag together with parking tag. She went on to introduce me to all the partners and directors and also to other managers and staffs. Though the firm has only around 150staffs with 3 partner and 6 directors, but the environment was cosy.

The managing partner was humble to bring me for lunch with other directors around me. But I didn't feel the pressure being surrounded by big shots of the firm. Maybe because they are soft spoken or gentle or professional.

Of course , I was given my own cubical, with my ext, printer, fan and laptop.

From what I had communicated with my colleagues, they had friendly environment though it's stressful but, no torturing, scolding in harsh words, acting unethically.

End of the day, I was given my portfolio of companies which I will be handling and my immediate job was to handle an IPO.

Hpoing for betterment here.

Good Bye EY, Hello MAZAR

My new heaven:


Good Bye to the Hell:


Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Rich can Win

I was witnessing the selection of host for 2018 and 2022 World Cup football which was held at FIFA Headquarters, Zurich.

2018 bidders were:
1. Spain-Portugal
2. Holland-Belgium
3. England
4. Russia

We knew that Rud Gullit (Holland Legend) came to Malaysia to actually persuade AFC to vote for them.

David Beckham, Fabio Capelo and Tony Blair was there at the voting Zurich to give moral support.

Holland, Portugal and England has hosted the event, but they took a diffrent strategy to join as co host so that they can share the burden.

However, Russia was annouced as the host and they were the last team to do their presentation. In their presentation, they said that, there wont be any VISA for those whom are travelling tl Russia during that period. In addition, whoever purchases football match ticket will receive free ride in LRT through0out moscow during the season.

In addition, they stated in their speech gthat gthey are making difference by cultivating miore children into sports and building the future. The Deputy Prime Minister, Yelena Isinbayeva (Pole Voult Champion), Roman Abramovich (Chelsea Owner) and Andre Arshavin (Arsenal Player)were there to do their presentation.

Then came 2022 World Cup host announcement. The bidders were:

1. Australia
2. USA
3. Japan
4. South Korea
5. Qatar

I knew Japan, S.Korea and USA were out of cintention as they have hosted the event before. So I though Australia would win.

When I heard the results, Qatar won the bid. World Cup will be going to middle east for the first time ever in history.

They are oil rich country, same goes to Russia. I don't know if FIFA was bribed by these countries but I can say that money do play a factor.

Bambang Gave sent Malaysia to Semifinals

Malaysia had to win and was also hoping Indonesia to beat Thailand in order for them to qualify for semifinals. And that's what happended. Bambang Pamungkas whom was playing for Indonesia converted 2 penalty kicks and sent Thailand packing.

When Thailand took the lead during 1st half, it was as if one of their leg was already in Semifinals. But 2 silly mistakes by the Thais costed the them a place in next round.

Malaysia went all out to qualify for the next round. They took the lead but immediately leveled by Latioans. But Rajagobal boys were determined to take of the Asian Games blunder to get back their pride. At last the beat Laos 5-1.

Waiting them in semifinals will be either Singapore, Vietnam or Philipines.

Malaysia has never won the title after seven attempts and qualified to final only once which was during the inaugural championship in 1996

Here's how they fared prevoius championship and the coaches

1996: 2nd place (Wan Jamak Hassan)
1998: Group Stage (Hateem Sousi)
2000: 3rd placing (Abdul Rahman Ibrahim)
2002: Semifinals (Allan Haris)
2004: Semifinals (Bertalan Bicskei)
2007: Semifinals (Norizan Bakar)

2010: ???? (K.Rajagobal)

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Uncle Sam's achievement

1. 900km PLUS Highway
2. Penang Bridge
3. Privatising Telecommunication, electricity and Post (Now we have TNB, TM, Pos Malaysia Bhd)
4. Or course eating Indians money by creating Maju Institute of Educational Development (MIED) & Tafe College which created gangsters rather than graduates.

And of course, being in every Malaysian Indians tongue that made breakups in his family and health and to his overall image.

TOLL SAMY Goes off Finally

6 December 2010, will be another historic day for Malaysians, especially the Indians in Malaysia. Datuk Seri S.Samy Vellu aka Uncle Sam / Toll Samy finally steps down as the MIC President after keeping the hot seat for 31years and becoming the longest serving party president of any Malaysian Political party.

His baton will be passed to his deputy, Datuk G.Palanivel and the new Deputy will be HR Minister, Datuk Dr.S.Subramaniam.

His term as President suppose to end on March 2012, but he opted for resignation as the pressures from public, media and political parties has increased. His major setback for his resignation was the HINDRAF which brought MIC to be drop dead like shit and he lost his seat for the 1st time since he conquered the seat.

He said that,"I am still an MIC member and will continue to help Malaysian Indians"

“I am happy that I am leaving the party to Palanivel. I felt that there should be a leadership change in the party and I was ready for this,” he said, adding that his successor, who was not new to the party, would be able to face all challenges
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I just wonder, even if he is MIC member, nobody is going to give a damn abt him, but he will be still controlling G.Palanivel as he is his man. We all know that Palanivel is pretty soft and don't have much leadership achievements to be shown or to be proud.

So looks like we are capable of seeing Samy Vellu's puppet show.

Uncle sam also will be a foreign envoy as he will be in charge to get Malaysia some good business deal.

Damn, this was what Najib gave him as a bribe for him to resign from MIC post.