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My son's email has been deleted...

2011-09-14T18:59:00.001+01:00

Tried to access my son's email today and found out that his email has been deleted. Even his blog is also missing. How can this be? Surely the kid didn't mistakenly delete them all by himself.

Had contacted Google to give some answers. Hopefully they can resolve this issue ASAP as I'm in the process of applying for Manchester United vs Manchester City tickets and really need to gain access to his email to get him his ticket.

Be fast Google... this match is the match of the season :)

Ramadhan Kareem...

2010-09-04T13:18:00.003+01:00

Yes... alhamdulillah... finished my dissertation which means finished my MSc. It has been a journey, which to be honest was quite a breeze... wished I had done it long time ago. To all you guys out there especially my younger brothers... go for a Masters degree. Its worth it... better do it when you are young... right after your degree.

Now back to taking care of the kids while wifey finishes her Phd. Still trying to find work. Anybody looking for Project Manager/ Project Engineer just give me a ring :)

I can now concentrate on Ramadhan... alhamdulillah. So... in this last 10 nights of Ramadhan... would like to remind me and you all how we should grab the opportunity offered during Ramadhan. hope you enjoy the video here which I find very refreshing and damn hilarious...

Visit Ummah Films, a good site to refresh and remind ourselves...

The red and blue

2010-01-06T18:23:00.001+00:00

The red and blue, originally uploaded by ajimsan.

Britain is in frosty week today... the sleighs are out :D

Selamat Hari Raya Haji...

2009-11-26T22:37:00.002+00:00

Eid Mubarak... I haven't been blogging for a long time now... don't have the time to blog... so many things to do for my MSc.

Anyway... will try to blog when I'll feel like it... probably blogging about what I've learned in my MSc modules.

Eid mubarak everybody :) Semoga mendapat haji yang mabrur bagi merak yang sedang menunaikan ibadat haji...

Selamat Hari Raya...

2009-09-19T05:15:00.004+01:00

Selamat Hari Raya kepada semua...

This is my second time I spent Eidul Fitri at Manchester... its have been a year since my family and I left Malaysia. Eid will be either on Sunday or on Monday... sigh... hopefully muslims over here will someday follow Malaysia's way of calculating the first day of each Muslim calender month... hopefully its a Sunday.

Anyways... Maaf Zahir and Batin... for those who are going back to their kampungs... drive safely and stay alert... biar lambat asal selamat... poket pun selamat gak... jangan dilenjan kereta tu... minyak mahal ;)

Ryne's first live football match (Man Utd 2 Valencia 0)...

2009-08-07T01:21:00.004+01:00

Took Ryne to his first live match... a friendly match between Manchester United against Valencia. This is the final friendly for United before the Premiership starts. Ryne was so excited... for the past week he ask for the date every time he wakes up... Went with Abe and his family.

The atmosphere was great and it was a full house on that day. Its good to be back to the Theater of Dreams after 15 years... yup... still remember my first Man Utd live match. The game starts with a one minute applause tribute for Sir Bobby. United started brightly with Owen and Rooney had a couple of chances but the first half ended 0-0. Second half United scored with Rooney and young Tom Cleverley... Berbatov scored a third but was disallowed for infringement. It was a good match.

Ryne was happy and so were Abe's son and daughter... they really enjoyed themselves. Ryne now wants to watch more live games... ayoo... kena cari $$$ lebih le... hehehe.

Thanks for great football memories Sir Bobby...

2009-07-31T22:56:00.004+01:00

Sir Bobby Robson loss his battle against cancer today... he was 76.

One of the football legends... he is in my opinion... one of the best British manager in modern times. Took Ipswich to win the UEFA cup in '81... could win the World Cup with England if not for Maradona's Hand of God goal (1986)(how the hell the referee didn't saw the hand ball while the whole stadium saw it... I don't know) and Stuart Pearce penalty kick miss (1990).

He had great success managing European clubs... PSV... Sporting Lisbon... FC Porto... Barcelona... won loads of titles for them. Keen eye for talents... Ronaldo... Figo... Guardiola... Ruud Van Nistelrooy... to name a few. Heck if it were not for him we would not have Jose Mourinho... Mourinho got his break in coaching from Sir Bobby starting from Sporting Lisbon and followed him through Porto and Barcelona.

His departure from managing Newcastle United was the starting point of Newcastle's downfall. He is truly UK's only successful manager outside the UK... do you here any English man successfully manage a European team now days?

More about Sir Bobby here, here, here, here, here, and here.

Rest in peace Sir Bobby... and thanks for memories...

President Obama thoughts of being a father...

2009-07-22T22:54:00.002+01:00

I read this on www.fatherhood.org and I like to share it with you guys. Its President Obama's thoughts on what it meant to be a father. Good advice...

The President's thoughts on...

On the pressure to be perfect.

...I've made mistakes as a parent, and I'm sure I will make plenty more. There have been days when the demands of work have taken me from my duties as a father and I’ve missed some moments in my daughters’ lives that I’ll never get back. So I’ve been far from perfect.

But in the end, it’s not about being perfect. It’s not always about succeeding; but it’s about always trying. And that's something everybody can do. It’s about showing up and sticking with it; and going back at it when you mess up; and letting your kids know -- not just with words, but with deeds -- that you love them and that you're always -- they're always your first priority.

On the influence a father has.

A lot of folks know I love playing basketball. But it was my father who gave me my first basketball. Even though he wasn't a part of my life, in the few weeks that I was with him, he gave me a basketball...A lot of folks know I love jazz. It turns out he took me to my first jazz concert. I didn't remember this until later on in life, but just that imprint is powerful. And imagine if that's sustained every day. And especially, young men, when they hit the teenage years, to have somebody there who is there to steady them and to provide them with some guidance, that makes all the difference in the world.

On the sacrifices fathers make.

And what it does mean is, is that fathers sometimes have to give up stuff that they'd like to do instead, like just sit there and watch Sportscenter....I like watching the highlights -- but sometimes instead of watching the third, fourth, fifth time Sportscenter, I just watch it once so that I can then spend time with the girls -- because they don't like watching basketball that much.[Being a father] isn't an obligation. This is a privilege to be a father.

On gaining your kids' respect.

...You can't use anything as an excuse not to be involved with your children. Because kids -- they won't judge you based on whether you're wealthy or poor. They will judge you if you are abusive to their mother. They will judge you in terms of you not showing up when they need you. That's what makes a difference. And kids will respect their fathers if their fathers are showing kindness and are modeling -- that they're working hard and trying to do what's right for their families.

On balancing work and family and deciding to run for President.

...This was a joint decision -- was could our family handle it? And frankly, if it hadn't been for Michelle's extraordinary strength and commitment, I could not have done it and would not have done it. Now, I want to emphasize we are luckier than most; we've got more resources than most...but it was still a very difficult decision.

The person who suffered the most was me, because I would be calling from God knows where and they'd be having fun and laughing and kids don't talk on the phone that well. So I'd be, "Sasha, how was your day?" "Fine." "What did you do?" "Nothing." You guys have had those conversations.

On getting the skills you need and making a difference.

I’ve made my share of mistakes; I've had to ask a lot of questions.But I've also learned from men that I admire.

And we need dads -- but also men who aren’t dads -- to make this kind of commitment not just in their own homes to their own families, but to the many young people out there who aren’t lucky enough to have responsible adults in their lives. We need committed, compassionate men to serve as mentors and tutors, and big brothers and foster parents. Even if it’s just for a couple hours a week of shooting hoops, or helping with homework, or just talking about what’s going on in that young person's life. Even the smallest moments can end up having an enormous impact, a lasting impact on a child’s life.

Man on the Moon...

2009-07-20T12:11:00.006+01:00

Today is the 40th anniversary of man first setting foot on the Moon. A truly historic event where the cold wars were fought not by killing people but fought in a race to reach the moon first. The show of might through the display of knowledge... something the superpower seems to forget now days.

The phrase 'One small step for man... one giant leap for mankind' still sounds catchy after 40 years. Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins... I salute you. You guys inspire a whole lot of people including me...

Twenty things you didn't know about the Lunar landing...

Malaysia 2 Manchester United 3...

2009-07-19T00:29:00.003+01:00

Manchester United won their first match in their Far East tour. But they nearly held to a draw by the Malaysian side if not for Michael Owen to save United with a late winner. Good for Malaysia... and congratulations for Amri Yahya who scored the two goals for Malaysia. Mind you that Malaysia only field two fully international for this match. Hopefully the team gained valuable experience and become a team that we can be proud of just like the old days...

More of the match here.

Malaysians buying Newcastle United..?

2009-07-03T13:05:00.007+01:00

Update 04.07.09: The Malaysian was revealed as Ananda Krishnan... banyak tul duit mamat ni... read it here.

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Just read in soccernet.com about a Malaysian consortium interested in buying Newcastle United Football Club. Read it here.

A good buy..? I think so... the Geordies are very passionate about their football club and if managed well, it is a profitable investment. Currently they are in the Championship after been relegated from the Premiership but I think they will bounce back (if they don't repeat the mistakes and mismanagement they make like last season). Bring back Kevin Keegan... hehehe.

On other note... Man United are currently on top to sign Michael Owen! Owen who is a free agent after deciding not to extend his contract with Newcastle, is currently in Man Utd training ground and undergoing a full medical check up. Man Utd were trying to sign a top striker after the departure of Carlos Teves but efforts to land Karim Benzema or David Villa were to no avail. Guess Sir Alex are keeping his cash in his pocket and going for free... excellent... I think Michael Owen still got his scoring fire power... its only injuries that have kept him out from playing. So... if he manage to keep fit... he is sure going to be a hugh asset for Man Utd. Hopefully Giggs could give Owen some tips on getting fit...

Michael 'The King of Pop' Jackson is dead...

2009-06-26T20:57:00.007+01:00

I went to sleep knowing the death of my favourite pin up Farrah Fawcett and woke up this morning with the news that Michael Jackson died. He was 50 years old. His death was officially announced by his brother Jermaine Jackson.

To tell you the truth... he is not my favourite singer... but he is a music genius and absolutely a legend. I grew up listening to Billie Jean, Thriller, Beat It, Smooth Criminal, Bad, Black or White... fuh... they were all not just excellent music... the music videos were equally legendary. It really shows how creative he is.

He is still holds the record of having Thriller the best ever selling record of all time... about 50 million album sales worldwide. A record that will not be broken... yes... it will not be broken just because in this day and age... people download their music ;)

He is a true legend with the title "Most Successful Entertainer of All Time"—13 Grammy Awards, 13 number one singles in his solo career — more than any other male artist in the Hot 100 era and the sale of 750 million records worldwide. His last concert tour was way back 15 years ago but his supposed to be 50 last comeback tour "This is It" sold out in 4 hours. Shows that his music still have a place in this day and age. Tribute from people all over the world came pouring in once his death was announced...

Like Elvis... the King of Pop lives on... moon walking in the sky... Here is my favourite MJ song...

New hair cut...

2009-06-19T16:20:00.002+01:00

Got me new hair cut today... its my first hair cut since I came to the UK 9 months ago.

The haircut cost me 9 quid... so 1 pound a month for a hair cut... not bad.

Sultan Johor: No third bridge...

2009-06-18T22:55:00.003+01:00

The Sultan of Johor has rejected the proposed third bridge linking Malaysia and Singapore. Read here and here.

The Sultan convey his message through the Tunku Mahkota during the Johor state assembly opening.

So how now Datuk Seri Najib..? My advice to you... just start back the Scenic bridge project that our old sleepy PM put to sleep. The Sultan wants it... Johoreans wants it... only Singapore doesn't want it... now why do we need to kow tow to Singapore?

Tok Guru Nik Aziz has spoken...

2009-06-18T10:35:00.004+01:00

Tok Guru Nik Aziz has ask Nasharudin to join UMNO if he still wants to pursue unity talks with UMNO. Read here, here, here and here. Rasa macam Tok Guru baca posting aku je... hehehe :D

In a flash... what Tok Guru said was a bit harsh but I personally stand behind Tok Guru on this. Why is he angry..? Simple... Nasharudin had it coming and somebody from the top have to stop him. Kasi berdesing sikit telinga dia tu. I still stand for what I wrote... Nasharudin have to answer the 60 questions and if he still adamant to push for the unity talks then its better for him to join UMNO. Last time before the election... UMNO/ BN launch 'Zero Opposition' campaign... in Kelantan 'Pade Doh' campaign... remember that campaign Nasharudin... or you are in the 'Melayu mudah lupa' group..?

Tun Mahathir was asked about the unity talks... read here for his reply. He raised some good questions about the talks... something to ponder upon. I like this quote:

“Without the opposition, we may not know what we are doing wrong. This is something we should uphold. We should not have a one-party state like certain countries,”

Err... you mean Singapore..? ;)

Kari Kepala Ikan... yum... yum...

2009-06-09T20:15:00.004+01:00

Today we went to Longsight Market and bought some salmon fish heads. And here is the result...And I can tell ya all... its delicious :D ... yum yum... salmon curry fish head... tangkap leleh...

When I was studying here a decade ago... you can get fish heads for free... hell... you can get chicken liver and 'tongkek' for free which I got like bucket loads as I was living on top of a halal meat shop. Now its 50 pence for a fish head and 2.50 quid/kg for chicken liver. Guess the Brits caught up with our craze for fish heads and chicken liver... nothing is free now days... sigh.

60 burning questions for Ustaz Nasharudin of PAS...

2009-06-09T14:28:00.005+01:00

These are questions that I think Ustaz Nasharudin have to answer... read it here as posted in Kickdefella.

Personally I am with Tok Guru Nik Aziz... its a ploy by UMNO just to save their currently burning asses. It is a clear ploy and it baffles me why some of the leadership in PAS can't see it. Are they blinded by positions offered by UMNO is anybody guess... but it does raised questions.

I am not a member of PAS but PAS has always been close to my heart... it was disheartening to see Husam lost to Ustaz Nasha but hey... its democracy... and its not a total loss to Husam or to PAS. But to see Nasha keep on harping on this unity government when it is totally obvious it is not favourable to PAS makes me think of him as a nincompoop. And he is dragging Tok Guru Haji Hadi with him which makes it even worse.

So... Ustaz Nasha... stop what you are doing and take your time to answer these questions... and if you still feel that you need to go and talk about unity government then I guess go and join UMNO la... simple as that.

I know something you don't know... du da du da di...

2009-06-06T19:50:00.003+01:00

This day turn out to be one of the best days... well... its raining cats and dogs here in the north west...

I know something Malaysian's don't know... du da du da di... :D

Will be revealed when line is clear... hehehe.

Manchester United... Champions of English Premiership je...

2009-05-28T22:28:00.005+01:00

It was heart breaking but to lost to Barca... no shame to that. Man United did took the fight to Barca head-on for the first 10 minutes but lost the plot when out of the blue... Barca scored through Eto'. The reliable Vidic suddenly lost concentration and Eto' managed to out smart him.

Look... the only way to outplay Barca is to play like Chelsea played them. Very tight defence and hit them through counter attack. I surely think Sir Alex realize this but hey... this is the final and you don't want to see a boring game where one team is doing all the attacking and the other team but a bus in front of the goal.

Some say Sir Alex got the tactics wrong... I disagree with that... Sir Alex got it right actually coz for the first 10 minutes... Man United were making Barca sweat. The only thing that messed up the tactic is Man United defence. Yes...unfortunately that night... they failed. When Barca got the goal... it was hard for Man United to push more forward.

If I was Sir Alex last night... I straight away substitute Park with Teves and let Rooney, Teves, Ronaldo and Giggs ran havoc while Carrick and Anderson marking Iniesta and Xavi. Not to forget if Fletcher were to play... Anderson would be on the bench. Just wished Rio,Vidic and Carrick played better last night... they lack the concentration I feel... Rio and Vidic for the sloppy goals they conceed and Carrick for not controlling the midfield very well.

But congratulations to Barca... they were playing good that night. Hey... they are my favourite team in the Primera Liga so good for them as they secure a Treble just like Man United did in 1999... the first Spanish team to do so... eat that Real Madrid :D

So... back to the drawing board... huhu... there is always next year... no celebrations in the city of Manchester today... everybody at work sume monyok je... Lucky I got my picture taken with the cup... fuhh.

End of the league...

2009-05-27T11:09:00.003+01:00

Been playing Yahoo Fantasy Football for ages... this season is my greatest achievement yet :D Champion in my own private league... and rank 3,883 in the world... next season will be better... targeting for <1000 rank.

To all my friends in the league... be ready to fight for next season...hehehe :)

Man Utd the English Premiership Champions...

2009-05-16T21:59:00.003+01:00

What more can you say...

11th English Premier League title...

18th English League Champion title...

3rd consecutive league title...

Manchester United... Europe capital of trophies :)

We are going for the 19th...

Pak Lah still getting stick...

2009-05-06T22:53:00.002+01:00

I know... I know... Pak Lah has resigned and we should leave him alone. But who can resist if he still wants to be in the limelight. I am talking about his appointment as MAS advisor. Read Husin Lempoyang's comments and Mesin Taip Buruk's. Even Tun Dr. Mahathir mocks his appointment... read here. Supposly ex-PM will be the advisor of Petronas... but since Tun Dr. Mahathir is still alive and breathing and still the advisor, Najib has to put Pak Lah somewhere... kat MAS pun jadi lah... hehehe... wondering what advice Pak Lah can give to MAS... if you read Mesin Taip Buruk 's writing... I don't think Pak Lah can give any... except maybe advice to make the seats more comfy so people can zzzzzzzzzz better ;)

I say leave Pak Lah alone... he has enough stick already what... ni ada chance nak dapat tiket free gi Australia pun ada orang nak kacau... hehehe.

Man Utd going to Rome...

2009-05-06T12:20:00.004+01:00

Man Utd won the semi finals of the Champions League with an aggregate of 4-1. A massive win 1-3 at the Emirates eventually buried the Gunners. Man Utd took the lead in the 8th minute through Ji-Sung Park and a stunning free kick by Cristiano Ronaldo in the 11th minute totally finished off the Gunners dream of reaching the finals. Second half Man Utd slot in another goal with a superb counter move between Park, Rooney and the scorer Ronaldo.

Unfortunately Darren Fletcher was sent off for an alleged tackle in the penalty box with Fabregas. Reply show that Fletcher did get the ball and did nothing wrong. Sadly the decision could not be reversed and he will miss the final in Rome.

Congratulations for Man Utd... this will be their second consecutive final.. one step closer to winning the title again :D Tonight I'll be watching the match between Chelsea and Barca. They will fight for a place to be the runner's up... hehehe...

Visitor from Ireland...

2009-04-24T22:13:00.004+01:00

Today my friend, Bell from Ireland came to my flat for a visit. We haven't met for a long time as he work as a doctor in Ireland after graduating. The last time I've met him was at his wedding in Bandar Baru Bangi... now he has 2 kids... the youngest is his 4 months old baby boy who looks exactly like him.Will plan to visit him in Ireland... it has been 10 years since I've been to Ireland... a lovely country indeed...