Safety & Environment
Privilege Abused
Mar 1st
PRIVILEGE ABUSED - Many residents nowadays are abusing the privilege of playing the crackers. The sights of crackers at the beginning of the Chinese New Year could seem reasonable, but the continuous crackers for 15 days consecutively was almost disturbing the whole residential area, not one night, but for 15 nights. It would be wise if the money used to “burn” the crackers were put to good use such as donating it to charity.
The aftermath of an 8.8 quake in Chile has caused a death toll nearly doubles as rescuers reach isolated and devastated towns. About 2 million people are hurt or without their homes while the death toll jumps to 708.
Buildings have been reduced to rubble – and phone lines have been brought down. Seismologists say the tremor has caused a tsunami – with three-metre-high waves heading towards Chile’s coast. The most devastating earthquake in the country’s history struck in 1960 – killing more than 1600 people.
Aunt Hiong, a name that has not been heard here for sometimes, is now back. This time she discovers that the chicks in her neighbourhood can fly. Interesting enough, she took a few shots of them with her handphone and send them to VanceTan.com. Very appreciated!
The Language and Literature Bureau (DBP), Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports is currently organising the Book Fair in conjunction with the nation’s 26th National Day celebration. Members of the public can visit the fair effective from 21st February 2010 to 2nd March 2010; at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Indoor Stadium, Berakas.
Best Bruneian Music Video so far! Stay In The Middle is currently hitting 17,175 views at press time. And, commenters on YouTube just loved the quality and how the video is produced.
Hill, a former P2F Contestant, performed his music video in a club in London, with cameo from Mariah Carey and featuring Platinum Singer Samantha Mumba. Give your support and ratings. Don’t forget to get the singles on iTunes for only USD 0.99.
BSP FD Family Charity Day
Nov 21st
Brunei Shell Petroleum Company yesterday marked another milestone by organising the FD Family/Charity Day at the OGDC’s Big Top. What made the event so special? A car boot sale was the main highlight of the day whereby sellers would not only make money from their sales but at the same time donate to the people in need. 50% of the sales at the car boot sale yesterday went to the sellers while the remaining percentages proceeded to SMARTER Brunei.
Present at the ceremony as the main guest was Michael Taylor, the Financial Director of Brunei Shell Petroleum Company. The event was spiced up with performances by the Brunei Prison’s band and even heated up with energising voices of DJ Izan, a Pilihan FM deejay, who was the emcee for the event. Her gorgeous, colourful, cordial and welcoming character made kids and adults alike to enjoy themselves despite the scorching weather.
Purchasing second hand items
Cheap sales everywhere
DJ Izan doing her purchase
A group photo with Izan’s fanatic fans
A personal photograph is sweet
Arrival of Michael Taylor, FD of Brunei Shell
Izan made the bosses dance to “Beat It”
A family dress up game
Reza was there as well
Ideal Mascots on the move
Sight from Kampong Ayer
Nov 18th
Wind ruffles your hair and the cool breeze send your hair erector muscles to contract, that is the feeling inside one of the boats in Kampong Ayer, a traditional village, biggest around Southeast Asia. Known as the Venice of The East, Kampong Ayer stayed for long period of years as a traditional heritage of Brunei Darussalam potraying the tranquility of Brunei Darussalam. Boat owners have been steering the boats seamlessly to get the most our of their day, when they send genuine smiles from within the customers they served.
