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Archive for March, 2007


Published March 7th, 2007

Green, Green Pool of Home

Just a couple of days after I blog about people swimming with full clothes on, the same pool reeks of foul smelling water. Maybe it’s because one of the swimmers got fungus on his body or clothes or the water is not treated.

Ah, the pool is always greener at home.

Published March 4th, 2007

Saya Nanti Rasuah - Bribe Me Later

A friend emailed me the below cartoon caricature that makes a mockery out of the police force. All police personnel in Malaysia are required to wear the infamous “Saya Anti Rasuah” (I’m Anti Corruption) badge as a step to curb corruption in the country.

The rightmost one has an extra letter “N” and renders the meaning entirely opposite than intended. It became “Saya Nanti Rasuah” (Bribe Me Later).

Corruption is a problem in Malaysia, the prime minister himself acknowledged it. Corruption is rampant because almost anyone can do it and get away with it.

Sometimes bribing your way through is the easiest way, especially when government matters are concerned. No, I am not promoting it or implying I did it. I am just telling the truth, it’s an open secret, ask anyone.