by owl order

To describe...

The station floors
- spotty (click to see why!)

The employees' uniform
- blue
Nice try, but wearing uniform of my favourite colour isn't gonna make me like KTM any better.

The tracks
- uneven

The engines
- loud

The speed
- slow

Interval between trains
- you-know-how-short

Recorded announcements
- annoying
You know the announcement asking us to "stand behind the yellow line", "take care of our belongings" and stuff? It was bloody recorded and if the employees are bored, they'll just play it over and over again, non-stop.

The lines on the platforms
- colourful
Yellow, Green, Red and Blue, to be exact.

The location of the stations
- isolated
Some stations are almost literally in the middle of nowhere!

The (paper) tickets
- 80s. Not 1980. 1880s.

Touch 'n Go implementation
- cheater!
TnG once cheated me of some RM20 for one journey! Since then I don't use TnG anymore. Don't worry, the TnG implementations of the other transits are safe to use.

Trains' air-conditioning
- steaming

Trains' seats
- small
It is always amusing, seeing those big, beefy, muscular men, trying to squeeze into one seat.

The Train floors
- wet
Especially when it's raining. Plus with the uneven condition of the tracks, the water will flow here and there and everywhere.

The people riding the trains
- uncivilised
My definition of being uncivilised is the inability to think for others.

The service
- un-bypass-able
However grumpy I may be, I can't do without it. Oh well.

by owl order

Nine months ago, I checked in to TTS5/2 (AKA Edusquare). I got a nice corner room upstairs, which is a bit hot in the evening (when the sun shone in directly through the windows), but it has a nice view at any time of the day. The roof downstairs extended just directly below my window, and I immediately dreamt of crawling out of the window, lying there on the roof at night, staring at the stars. I would soon realise the stupidity of this idea - the guardhouse was just barely 6 metres away, and I hate to think what they would do if they see me climbing through my window in the middle of the night.


The room seemed perfect to me and I found myself loving the place more than I expected. Maybe because it marks the turning point of my life - entering university. Maybe because I enjoyed the company of 13 housemates who are so different from my KTAR ones. Or maybe it's just because I spent 6 days a week there for the past year.


I take the stairs so oftenly I couldn't even count the number of times I use it in a day. I even noticed that there are an odd number of stairs (19, I think), so I always step on the bottom most one before taking them two at the time, so my final step would land on the top floor.

Soon, the place became more homely than I could ever call my house in Klang.


For the past 9 months, I did many things in my little room. I clogged up my toilet boil. Not once, but twice.

That little room was where I did the three things I never thought I'd do.

I even witnessed the walls surrounding the house grow by more than a foot some time ago.


Time passed by, and things must change. Some noticeable changes of the house include the amount of notices that accumulated over the months.


Light bulbs popped. By the time I finished my second exam, all but three light bulbs of the common area upstairs were broken.

Of the many ornaments we already had (our house was used as a showhouse before we shifted in), we still managed to get one more.


I wrote the four words for my dreaded subject Malaysian Studies some two or three months ago as part of a group assignment. It isn't my best work, but it definitely is one of my favourites because of the unforgettable experience of producing it.

As time went by, my room got messier.


But other than these things, many others stay the same.


We took care of the house well. Our place was simply one of the cleanest (male) houses in Edusquare.

How bad can the other houses be? Well, let's just say my friends are surprised we still have both of our TV sets - theirs were stolen long time ago. We don't use the TV though. Reception was poor, and I tried to hook it up to my laptop with no success.


Anyhow, sooner or later, we'll have to go. The truth of having to leave never really set in until the accommodation office called me last Friday to arrange for a checkout appointment.

Suddenly I realised that I had to say goodbye to my room. Suddenly I realised that the house would be nothing but memory to me in a few days' time. Suddenly I realised how much I've bonded with my room.

Being the type of guy who doesn't get touched by movies, I didn't expect myself to gave in to my emotions so easily. I took my time packing up my things on Monday, hoping to delay my goodbyes.

There was the colourful curtains, which served so well as the backdrop of so many of my photos, the most notable one being my Facebook profile picture.


That night, I brushed my teeth and was off to bed for my last night in Edusquare. After switching off the lights, I noticed the cloudless night sky outside, filled with twinkling stars.

I toughened myself up and crawled out of the window. It felt smaller than I anticipated. I laid my feet on the cold porcelain roof tiles, made sure they're strong enough to support my weight, and lied down.

It wasn't as good as I imagined.

The streetlights were too bright, and I couldn't see the stars as clearly as I hoped. The roof tiles were hard and uncomfortable. The occasional appearances of traffic were noisy and annoying.

Few minutes later I crawled back in and went to bed.

The next day, I had everything packed away and looked around my room.


The room was irrecognisable. Blank, still, quiet and cold.


And it looked exactly the same when I checked in 9 months ago. Everything was gone. Evaporated. The soul. The liveliness. Everything. It's like your best friend had an amnesia or something.

Nevertheless, when I carried the last of my bags out of my room, I couldn't help but stole one last look of my room.


I heaved a heavy sigh, and moved on. That last peek of my room I'm certainly not going to forget so soon.

Goodbye, Edusquare. May the next batch of occupants take good care of you.

Errr Brian gayness...

The people at Tenji

The people who went.
Bunch of high dudes doing thier thing.
View while leaving for camera.

We had to take the bus to Gombak LRT station as we didn't wanna wait 2 hours for the bus to KL Sentral. Guess what? It was Hafriz's first time taking ANY public transport. Seriously swt man =.=


Hafriz's opening ceremony.

Hafriz saying hello and showing his appreciation to everyone.

by CWKEN

After her final paper on the 21st of May, Carol suggested that we have a game of dodge ball after all the Mechanical Engineering students are done with their final paper on the 27th. It did happened and many turned up for the game despite a missing few.

We played at the badminton court. Carol and Pei Yi borrowed the balls from Bryan Lee and set up the court before everyone arrives. Didn't use the proper dodgeballs but used plastic balls wrapped in tapes instead to make it heavier. LOL


We randomly chose sides of between four to six a side and we all took turns. There were no clear objectives but it was played just for the sake of whooping another person's ass.


Tired and chilling after the game.

I wonder if we can have another dodgeball game again. Even if we try making one,, I doubt that many people will turn up. Graduating is sad =(

by CWKEN

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by idiassah

Please take a look at the picture below.. Who will take the responsibility?? Please comment it...

Scenario 1

Item For Sales
Hi, i'm leaving Malaysia Campus soon, so there's stuff i wanna let go off.

Item 1: Fuji Xerox 203A b/w lazer printer

Condition: Fully working, no dent or scratch wat so ever, but not like anyone would care!
Purchased date: august 07
Usage: less than 10 times usage. printed less than 200 pages. one carton of ink could print
2000 pages (10% used)
Price: Rm 80
Evaluation of value: Rm 0.04 per page printed. Printing service at Tiscra cost Rm 0.07 per page.
You do the math. (basically the printer is free!)

I'm guessing that this printer would sell out really fast, so get in contact with me as soon as you decide.


Item 2: two pairs of 5 kg dumbbells. (2 x ( 2 x 5kg))

Condition: normal wear n tear, nothing important, we just need the weight right? (plastic-coated)
Usage: Less than a year
Price: Rm 30 per pair.
description:
Evaluation of value: instead of grabbing the rusted dumbbells in the sports complex with tonnes of other
sweating, huge sized guys, you could work out in your room, while watching series, why not ?


Item 3: Ikea study lamp
Condition: working perfectly, classy white look, good for students who studies. clearly not me. or maybe
for my reason, to pimp my room!
Usage: Err.. ashamed to say this, but less than 5 times.
Purchased date: cant really remember, around oct 07
Price: Rm 25


Item 4: Apple wireless mighty mouse
Condition: working flawlessly, no scratch watsoever.
Usage: used less than 3 times, bought it cos it looked cool. Really cool.
Price: Rm 180


Item 5: Ikea Lamp
Condition: perfect
Usage: less than 3 times? i bought them for their look, not functionality. i know..
Price: Rm 20
Evaluation of value: Give a nice calming environment to your room, priceless.


Contact method: Sms me at 012 853 1396 or 016 874 3632
email : kedy7yct , or chenting87@gmail.com



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LAPTOP FOR SALE - Acer Aspire 7720

VDU - 17" bright view screen [Integrated Webcam]
Processor - Intel core 2 duo t7300 2GHz
RAM - 2GB RAM
OS - Windows Vista home premium
VGA - Radeon ATI VGA 512 mb
HDD - 160GB hard disk

*WIFI & Bluetooth
*CARRY CASE

--> Price - RM 1400 [Negotiable]

Inquiries;
OWA - keey7drd
Mobile - 0172473442.

Thnx.



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USED LAPTOP FOR SALE COMPAQ V5332
Compaq Presario V5332
Intel Core Duo Processor T2050 1.6GHz each
512MB DDR2 RAM
14" Screen
OS- XP service pack2
60GB HardDiskDrive

Bought in 0ct2006. In good working condition.
RM1000 negotiable.
Contact ecy61dej or 017-3573658

Cheers!

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FURNITURE AND ROUTER FOR SALE
We're leaving out home in TTS, so we've got some furniture if anyone's interested.

Single Spring Mattress RM150
Wooden Table 2.5x4.5ft RM100
Rotating Chair RM50
Total RM300 (free canvas cupboard)
Contact Dishan at 017-2473442

Queen Size Mattress RM200
Wooden Table with 6 drawers (3 each side) 150x70cm RM150
Towel rack and laundry basket free!
Contact Krishanth at 013-3186159

Steel bed and mattress RM100
Wooden Study table and rotating chair RM150
Wooden Wardrobe, Dressing Table, and Bedside Table RM250
Contact Akila at 016-2793314

Single Wooden Bed RM200
Single Spring Mattress RM175
Large Wooden Table with 3 drawers RM90
Bedside Table RM10
Bookshelf 5ft tall RM15
Bookshelf 3ft Tall RM12
Contact Damith at 014-2364456

Belkin Wireless Router RM200
Medium size couch RM150
Large carpet with cushions RM100
Negotiable if bulk purchase.
Contact David at 017-3573658

If you can't get through to one of us, call any of the others!

Cheers!

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MiniBar for Sale - Rm 200 (Negotiable)

Fujitech MiniBar (Black with a Silver door) for immediate sale.

About 2 years old. Net capacity: 60 litres.

Please Contact: 017-3781395 or ecy61kns@nottingham.edu.my

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“I lost my Levi’s glasses at the area behind of the cafeteria on this Thursday!” It was around 4 a.m. It is a brown thick frame with yellow stripes in which the words Levi’s are written at the side of it. This spectacle is very important to me, because without them, my vision is poor and I will encounter difficulties during the exam. If there is anyone who saw or found this Levi’s spectacle, please kindly inform and return it to me.

Your cooperation is highly appreciated and a reward of RM50 is rewarded.

Email address: khfy82twy@nottingham.edu.my
Contact Number: 012-7736238

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i would like to sell my 14' inch tv for RM100. And they can contact me through my
email which is : khay7glt@nottingham.edu.my or
contact me at : 012-3242813
if they are interested.

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House for rent:
No.16, TTS 5
-4th house from TTS bridge
-walking distance to Uni
-house partially furnished
-RM1200(neg.)
-maxis broadband available

Contact:
Saarvin (keby82svi@nottingham.com) 017-2587800
Dinesh (keby82ddr@nottingham.com) 012-9856835

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"Hi,
I am selling my car for which the details are as under:

Perodua Kencil (1997)
ONLY - 58,500 KMS done.
Red Colour, Mannual Transmission, 660 cc

I am the second owner, all documents are complete. The car is in complete genuine condition.

For further details call Saad: 019-3715909 or email saadshaikh85@gmail.com"

Thanks.
edit : contacted and asking for Rm7000 (negotiable)

Written by Wahieda Bahtiar
Pictures by Dini Nur Farhana & Zafirah Zakaria


It has been 5 days since the film crew camping in our campus. I've interviewed some of the actors and actresses whom are Raja Farah, Lisa Surihani and Zoey . According to them, this film was stammed from a famous novel entitled 'Lagenda Budak Setan' by one of the popular Malaysian novelist, Ahadiat Akasyah.

The film was shot in the Nottingham University for about 6 days until this Saturday. I've been informed that after the crew finished their shooting here, the crew will continue their filming at the next location which is the legendary island in northern part of peninsular Malaysia, Langkawi Island for another two weeks.

So guys, lets wait patiently for the movie to be finished filming before it is on the screen of the cinema. And don’t forget to watch it in the nearest cinema early next year.

Additional information about the film

Title : Romance (working title. maybe it will be change after the editing process)
General synopsis : It is a film about naughty boys during their teenage life.
Genre : Romance (I think..)
Director : Sharad Sharan
Starring : Farid Kamil, Nubhan AF, Zoey, Que Haidar, Nabil (new comer), Lisa Surihani, Raja Farah, Rozita Che Wan etc
Important info : 2nd debut (if I’m not mistaken) of UNIM to the entertainment world

Single Rooms For Rent

Address: 8, Jalan Sunway 6/6, Bandar Sunway Semenyih, 43500 Semenyih.

Includes:
- Ceiling Fan
- Streamyx available at only RM26.75/month
- Monthly rental price = RM 130 (downstairs), RM140 & RM170 (upstairs-shared bathroom)

Price is negotiable

For more information , please contact KK at 012-582 8896 or email ksay7ckk.

Thank you.

“SILENCE IS GOLDEN”
“NOISE POLUTION MAY BE LETHAL”

Original : firefly
edited by : uncle

its fun when you can hang out like this, but what if your laughter disturbs others?

When you go to the SA to study and you end up listening to the sound of clashing pool balls, laughter, screams and high pitched shrieks, you tend to give up on your studies. By doing so, you decide to go online for just a few minutes when your gut tells you that you need to be more focused on your studies. You stood up, dragged that lousy ass of yours and walk that seriously long pathway to the library.

Upon arrival at the library you are greeted with loud whisperings, those whispers seemed to be as if they were discussing world matters with each other, then you start pondering, why are whispers so loud that it can be categorized as talking out aloud. And the moment you put that heavy ass of yours, you hear another controlled laughter, as if it can’t be heard throughout the whole room. You turned your head and saw no one laughing, maybe it was just you, your mind is playing tricks on you, only now you regretted sleeping late last night just to cover that stupid chapter about noise filtering.

With the perfectly air-conditioned room already starting to make an impact on your body, you start to sneeze and your hands are cold and you are shivering. You start wondering, why the heck is the library this cold, you then look around and everyone seems to be quite warm, maybe it was the skirt that you wore, or maybe that jacket was a bit too thin. You head out to the foyer and looked at your watched and realize that the library’s going to close in 10minits. You quickly pack your bags and went back to SA only to again, receive the same amount of noise you received hours ago.

Knowing all efforts to study in the SA will succumb to a failure, you begin heading to your room thinking about those chapters which might be of importance and of those which you have not covered. And while walking you bumped into a friend who knocks you off you focus (day dream). Started talking and walking and soon enough you arrive in front of your door. All the effort for the day earned you a well deserved nap.

BOOM!!! You could hear some war movie being played and from the sound of it, it’s titanic (2) being sunk. That alone made you wake up, getting cranky upon being forced to get up, you rush to the bathroom for a taste of hot water to freshen up the body and came up squeaky clean and fully refreshed. An after dressing up, you decide to start studying for the paper, two days from now.

Then, BOOM another bomb hits the floor, this time; maybe Kate Hudson was molesting Leonardo De Caprio or something. And you go “SHUT THE F**K UP!!!!!!” and so came a nervous breakdown. The exam stress can do a lot of things to you, especially if you’re a scholarship student, having had to score at least a 60% just to maintain that scholarship, you tend to bury your face in the book whenever there is time (during the exam period).

I wish you all good luck for the exams and I seriously hope you guys will strive to the maximum in the effort to get good grades. Remember to have fun too, but not to the point that it will effect or offend others especially during this exam period.
Final words from me, I’ll soon be leaving this university due to the fact that I’m almost graduating, and to all of you who knows me personally, I would like to say thanks for the good times together and for you support (if you ever gave any) for me in upholding my life in this university. I will greatly miss you guys and hope to always be able to help out in this blog.

~uncle signing off

Dear Notts,

Greetings from a Pharmacy year 2 student! As you know, I’m currently sponsoring an advertisement at our uni’s blog. Recently, I’ve started my own business together with my partner, Alice. It’s an online shop selling apparels, fragrance, cosmetics, bikinis, lingerie and even contact lenses. I can assure you that all products are genuine and not fake. Feel free to browse through the e-shop at http://alilofeverything.blogspot.com .

We have
• Apparels for work, dresses, tops, etc.
• Branded Cosmetics such as Lancome, Dior, Stila, Shu Uemura, etc.
• Fragrances like David Beckham, Ferragamo, Ralph Lauren, Armani, etc.
• European styled lingerie; corsets, bustier, and even comfortable sleepwear.
• Imported bikinies
• Yearly disposable coloured contact lenses (Prices vary from RM 27-RM36 per pair, guaranteed safe to use)
• A facebook account on most of our stocks, so add us!

Postage fee is free all year round, delivered to your personal address. All products are deliverd by a courier service and guaranteed. Any lost shipment will be refundable. So it’s totally safe!! Everyone from Nottingham Msia Campus receives a 10% off on every purchase! (Just state that you’re from Notts in the email =) ) Terms & Conditions applied.
So, hop on to alilofeverything.blogspot.com and get something nice for your mum and for youself too!

--
xoxo,

alilofeverything

From Mr Paul

What is swine flu?
Swine flu is a group of influenza viruses that causes flu in pigs. Usually infections in humans are uncommon.
The current swine flu which is infecting people is a new strain of influenza A/H1N1. It is not certain how it developed. Its genetic makeup shows parts of human flu, avian (bird) flu and swine flu.

What are the symptoms?
Limited information is available at this stage. It appears that the early symptoms are similar to seasonal flu - cough, fever, sore throat, headache, runny nose, general fatigue and muscle pains. Vomiting and diarrhea have also been noted. Severe cases have progressed quickly (within 5 days) to pneumonia-like illness (shortness of breath and difficulty breathing).

Is this swine flu a severe illness?
It appears that the virus is capable of causing severe disease. However it is currently unknown how likely it is that those who get sick will suffer a severe illness.
Most cases in the United States and Canada to date have been mild. There have been no fatalities.
In Mexico there have been fatal cases, apparently in previously healthy young adults. The proportion of severe cases appears to be much higher than with regular seasonal flu.
Why the disease appears to be more severe in Mexico is unknown.

How is this swine flu spreading?
It is most likely spreading from person to person through infectious respiratory droplets (droplets generated when a person coughs, sneezes or talks.)

How can I prevent getting sick?
Observe good hygiene. Avoid people who are obviously sick. Be sure to wash your hands frequently. Avoid touching your face, and if you do, be sure your hands are clean.
What is the infectious period?
The infectious period for this strain is not yet known. According to the US CDC, infected people should be considered potentially contagious:
• one day before their symptoms start
• seven days after their symptoms start OR as long as they are still showing symptoms (whichever is longer)
Children, especially younger children, might potentially be contagious for longer periods.
What is the incubation period?
The incubation period is the time between exposure to the virus and people developing symptoms? The incubation period for this strain is not yet known.
With seasonal flu, people develop symptoms within about 4 days. However for this new strain of flu, the incubation period may be longer.
US CDC is currently advising people to monitor their health for 7 days after possible exposure.

Is there a vaccine?
There is no specific vaccine against this swine flu as yet. Regular seasonal flu vaccine is unlikely to provide protection against this strain. Nevertheless, those who have not had a seasonal flu vaccine should consider doing so.
As a general good health practice, people should make sure all their routine vaccinations are up-to-date. This includes pneumococcal vaccination for certain adults. This vaccine is usually recommended for all people over 65 years old and younger people with serious long-term health problems (heart disease, diabetes, alcoholism, COPD, emphysema, asthma, cancer treatment, HIV/AIDS).

Can swine flu be treated with antiviral medications?
Preliminary information indicates that the virus is sensitive to the newer antiviral medications oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza). It is resistant to the older medications amantadine and rimantidine.
All travelers (any destination)
People who have not had an annual flu vaccination should consider having one to prevent regular seasonal flu.
As a general good health practice, all travelers should:
• Maintain good personal hygiene. Wash your hands frequently. Avoid touching your face.
• Avoid people who are obviously sick.
• Cover coughs and sneezes with a mask or a tissue.
• Stay at home if you are unwell.
• Contact your health care provider if you or your children develop flu-like symptoms.
• Ensure their routine vaccinations are up-to-date. This includes pneumocococcal vaccination for certain adults: those over 65, people with serious long term health conditions and people whose immune systems are compromised due to transplants, cancer treatments, HIV/AIDS, etc.
If you are in an affected area, or have traveled to an affected area recently:
• Monitor your health
• If you develop symptoms, seek medical attention. Advise the healthcare facility that you have recently been in an area that has reported swine flu.
• Parents should take their young children with fever or influenza-like symptoms for prompt medical attention.

References
World Health Organization
Centre of Disease Control
ISOS

Room for rent in Bandar Sunway Semenyih, Phase 6

Single room downstairs, private bathroom, unfurnished

Room details:
- monthly rental of RM145 (exclusive of bills)
- if included with electric, water and internet (streamyx) bills, it amounts to
roughly rm200 per month
- the bathroom is equipped with a water heater
- contract period runs for 9 months from September 2009 to May 2010
- monthly security fee of RM50 for the whole house which is divided amongst the
housemates

Additional info:
- Fridge, washing machine, cooking stove are all available to be shared amongst the
other housemates
- For the next 2 semesters (starting from September 09), there will be 2 E&E
students, and 1 Civil Eng. student staying in the house, all with their own cars
- 10-15 mins drive to campus
- Would prefer a local student

Feel free to contact: Amir, at amir_seven7@yahoo.com or 019-3722876 for more info.

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Hi guys,

I have several items to let go as i'm graduate soon.
You can reach me by mobile at 012-5359200 (Shawn)
Kindly refer to attachment for photo of the monitor and air-con.

1. Logitech 2.1 Speaker (RM80)
Model : X-230
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/home_pc_speakers/devices/208&cl=my,en

2. Samsung LCD monitor 22" wide, high gloss frame (RM300)
Model : SyncMaster 226BW
100% no dead pixel, 1 month warranty given
Pls refer to attachment

3. Topaire Air-con complete set together with remote control (RM400)
1HP ,1 month warranty given
100% functionable

4. HP F380 printer (RM80)

5. Study lamp (RM30)

6. Utility boxesss (RM20)
Several types available

7. Large study table (RM50)

8. Coffee table (RM40)


Thank you












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Hi All,

I am Jackie, a Year 1 Mechanical Engineering Student. I am currently searching for a house(Preferably 4 rooms) at either [TTS 2 or TTS 5] in the coming semester(September 2009).

I hope those graduating/ moving out students will provide me some informations.

Please do email me at kedy82jth. Hope to hear from you all soon.

Thanks!
Jackie

Another crap by CWKen

LOST ITEM
"I lost my bag in female WC in Sport Complex on last Thursday, around 9pm. It is a black “JOBDB.com” bag containing some papers and an orange wallet. Importantly, those papers are my assignments and inside wallet has my passport (Vietnamese passport, host: NGUYEN THI NGOC ANH). Anyone who ever saw or found it please kindly inform and return to me.

Email: khfy82nyn
Phone: 017 361 9591
Your cooperation is highly appreciated and a reward is offered.
Many thanks
NGUYEN THI NGOC ANH "

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Camera For Sale

For those who still love taking photos with manual camera (more challenging than lame dslr)
and for those who loves having a collection of antiques stuff

second hand SLR for sale.

Brand = Nikon
Model = FE10

Pros : Great SLR camera with cute overall look :) Simple to use.

Cons : Naaah~ hard to find its advantages.

Its like other manual camera (using 35mm film)

LENS : nikkor 35-70mm(range), 3.5-4.8 (apature) WITH RAYDAWN 52mm UV protector

Package includes: the camera itself. camera strap included. as too batteries

Price: RM 400 (negotiable)

Dealing method: by hand of course (uni student laaahh~)

Location of seller: subang jaya, shah alam, kajang, semenyih

Contact method/details : 017 340 6614

email: khcy82hus@nottingham.edu.my

Age of item: 3 years

condition : GREAT !

by Owl Order

Last October, I went to the library and found an unattended cellphone.


It was a Nokia N70, grey in colour. I sat beside it for a good half hour, but nobody came to pick it up.

So I did. By going through the phone's messages, I discovered the guy's name, let's call him Raj, and his call logs indicate that he is not a local student. Then I contacted the last local number he called, hoping that the number brings me to a UNMC student.

And it did. Some time later Raj's friend came over and pick up the phone. And some hours later, I received a message from Raj, thanking me for my honesty.

I chatted with my friend over the internet about this event.

Me: I can't believe I returned a phone I found today. After months of wanting a better phone!

KS: How's your phone-shopping coming along?

Me: I nearly bought a Sony Ericsson P1i yesterday. Luckily I didn't! P1i's Wifi may not be compatible with UNMC's.

KS: See? Your honesty has paid off. That's karma!

Well that's not really what I call karma. Instead of two phones, now I get none?

Fast forward half a year. Last week after returning home, I realised that I didn't have my thumbdrive with me. Dang! Must have left it in the computer room.

The thumbdrive itself isn't that valuable. It costed over RM100, but that was more than three years ago. It's 512MB capacity isn't appealing either. What mattered was its contents. In it I had some past year questions, soft copy of notes, lab reports (I left my thumbdrive attached to the computer after printing these), and my programming codes for the electron...

Damn. I spent a whole 10 weeks programming for that electronic project. What's more, it's a group work, and my friends are relying on that piece of code for our entire module!

I immediately rushed to the computer room in the middle of the night, attempting to retrieve it, hoping against hope that it is still there.

But it wasn't. I inquired about it with the security guard, and waited while he contacted the main guardhouse.

And waited.

And waited.

"Long, black, Apacer thumbdrive?"

"Ah yes!"

"Go to guardhouse 1 to claim it."

I thanked the security guard, trying hard to hide my glee while rushing to the said guardhouse. Sure enough, my thumbdrive was waiting for me there. After filling in a report, I gladly went home with it.

That, my friends, is what I call karma.

PS: To whoever helped passing my thumbdrive to the security guards, thanks a million!