GST

GST (Goods & Services Tax), which is also known as VAT or the value added tax in many countries is a multi-stage consumption tax on goods and services.

GST is levied on the supply of goods and services at each stages of the supply chain from the supplier up to the retail stage of the distribution. Even though GST is imposed at each level of the supply chain, the tax element does not become part of the cost of the product because GST paid on the business inputs is claimable.

Hence, it does not matter how many stages where a particular good and service goes through the supply chain because the input tax incurred at the previous stage is always deducted by the businesses at the next in the supply chain.

GST is a broad based consumption tax covering all sectors of the economy i.e all goods and services made in Malaysia including imports except specific goods and services which are categorized under zero rated supply and exempt supply orders as determined by the Minister of Finance and published in the Gazette.

The basic fundamental of GST is it's self-policing features which allow the businesses to claim their input tax credit by way of automatic deduction in their accounting system. This eases the administrative procedures on the part of businesses and the Government. Thus, the Government's delivery system will be further enhanced. 

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Styles of draping

Styles of draping

 

 

There are more than 80 recorded ways to wear a sari.Fashion designer Shaina NC declared,"I can drape a sari in 54 different styles".



The most common style is for the sari to be wrapped around the waist, with the loose end of the drape to be worn over the shoulder, baring the midriff.However, the sari can be draped in several different styles, though some styles do require a sari of a particular length or form. The French cultural anthropologist and sari researcher Chantal Boulanger categorised sari drapes in the following families:

• Nivi – styles originally worn in Andhra Pradesh; besides the modern nivi, there is also the kaccha nivi, where the pleats are passed through the legs and tucked into the waist at the back. This allows free movement while covering the legs.
• Bengali and Oriya style.
• Gujarati/Rajasthani – after tucking in the pleats similar to the nivi style, the loose end is taken from the back, draped across the right shoulder, and pulled across to be secured in the back
• Maharashtrian/Konkani/Kashta; this drape is very similar to that of the male Maharashtrian dhoti. The center of the sari (held lengthwise) is placed at the center back, the ends are brought forward and tied securely, then the two ends are wrapped around the legs. When worn as a sari, an extra-long cloth of nine yards is used and the ends are then passed up over the shoulders and the upper body. They are primarily worn by Brahmin women of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Goa.
• Madisar – this drape is typical of Iyengar/Iyer Brahmin ladies from Tamil Nadu. Traditional Madisar is weared using 9 yards saree.
• Kodagu style – this drape is confined to ladies hailing from the Kodagu district of Karnataka. In this style, the pleats are created in the rear, instead of the front. The loose end of the sari is draped back-to-front over the right shoulder, and is pinned to the rest of the sari.
• Gobbe Seere – This style is worn by women in the Malnad or Sahyadri and central region of Karnataka. It is worn with 18 molas saree with three four rounds at the waist and a knot after crisscrossing over shoulders.
• Gond – sari styles found in many parts of Central India. The cloth is first draped over the left shoulder, then arranged to cover the body.
• Malayali style – the two-piece sari, or Mundum Neryathum, worn in Kerala. Usually made of unbleached cotton and decorated with gold or coloured stripes and/or borders. Also the Set-saree, a sort of mundum neryathum.
• Tribal styles – often secured by tying them firmly across the chest, covering the breasts.
• Kunbi style or denthli:Goan Gauda and Kunbis,and those of them who have migrated to other states use this way of draping Sari or Kappad,this form of draping is created by tying a knot in the fabric below the shoulder and a strip of cloth which crossed the left shoulder was fasten on the back.

Mid-Autumn Festival

 History:

 

d-Autumn Festival is an inherited custom of moon sacrificial ceremonies. The ancient Chinese observed that the movement of the moon had a close relationship with changes of the seasons and agricultural production. Hence, to express their thanks to the moon and celebrate the harvest, they offered a sacrifice to the moon on autumn days.



This custom could be traced back to the Zhou Dynasty (1046 - 256 BC) and was more often practiced by the royal class on the Autumnal Equinox. At that time, the custom had no festival background at all. Later in the Sui (581 - 618 AD) and Tang (618 - 907 AD) dynasties, social prosperity inspired the custom of appreciating the moon on the moon sacrifice ceremony day among common people and the two merged. The people expressed their faith more liberally than the royal class and so they did not strictly hold their activities on the Autumnal Equinox. So August 15th of the Chinese lunar calendar, the closest full moon day to the Autumnal Equinox, turned out to be a better choice and was set as a fixed festival. This happened in the Tang Dynasty. By the time of the Northern Song Dynasty (960 - 1127 AD), Mid-Autumn Festival had already become a widely celebrated folk festival.

Romantically speaking, the festival is to commemorate Chang E, who in order to protect her beloved husband’s elixir, ate it herself and flew to the moon.

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The National Flower of Korea

The national flower of Korea is the mugunghwa (무궁화), rose of sharon. Every year from July to October, a profusion of mugunghwa blossoms graces the entire country. Unlike most flowers, the mugunghwa is remarkably tenacious and able to withstand both blight and insects. The flower’s symbolic significance stems from the Korean word mugung, meaning immortality. This word accurately reflects the enduring nature of Korean culture, and the determination and perseverance of the Korean people.


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Tea tree oil

20 Great Ways to Use Tea Tree Oil
For Health
1. Use a dab to treat acne.
2. An anti-fungal for treating Athlete’s Foot, eczema, various yeast infections, etc.
3. An antiseptic to be used on cuts and burns.
4. An anti-viral: it may lessen the symptoms of colds and flu. Try using a few drops in the bath.
5. Add to a vaporizer to loosen chest congestion.
6. Add a small amount to shampoo to destroy head lice.
7. A small amount added to your bath can help with persistent body odor.
8. Treating sinus infection.
9. For dandruff and dry scalp.
10. In the form of aromatherapy, tea tree oil is used to treat colds, persistent coughs, acne, toothaches, and sunburn.
For Cleaning
11. To create an all-purpose cleaner, combine 2 teaspoons of tea tree oil in 2 cups of water in a spray bottle.
12. Another version would be 14 ounces of water with 1 ounce of Murphy’s oil soap and 10 drops of tea tree oil.
13. Mix the above solution with kosher salt to scrub bathtub and bathroom tiles.
14. Add a few drops to dishwasher dispenser, then fill with a green dishwashing soap.
15. A few drops added to each load of laundry leave your clothes smelling cleaner.
16. Control mold with a tea tree oil/water spray.
17. Remove mustiness with that same tea tree oil/water spray.
18. To keep germs at bay, spray it on high chairs, car seats, and other high traffic spots.
19. 15 drops in a quart of water can be an effective insect repellent.
20. Be sure to take some with you when hiking and camping to put directly on insect bites or blisters.

Mother's day gifts

7 Mother’s Day Gifts For 7 Awesome Kinds Of Mums Jyy Wei May 2, 2014 0

Have you gotten your mum a gift for Mother’s Day yet?

Yes, Mother’s Day is coming soon, and no it did not have a shift of date – it was and will always be on the second Sunday of May.
If you’ve already gotten her a gift, good for you. As for those who lost track of time and are hyperventilating over ‘what should I get for mum!?’, keep calm – we’ve compiled a gift guide to make things easier for you!
Depending on your her hobbies and personalities, below are a few Mother’s Day gift suggestions.
The Busy Woman: An Exquisite Watch

Juggling between work at home, in the office and undying love for the family is no easy task – so getting her a watch can help her keep track and balance time. This Mother’s Day, why not take it up a notch and get her something fancier – like say, the Jaeder-LeCoultre’s Grande Reverso Night & Day. With traditional styling and a new automatic in-house movement, this exquisite number is the perfect example of sturdiness and reliability. It comprises of 200 parts and has a nice 42-hour power reserve so that she can savor the carefree pleasure  of not strapping it once in a while.
The Mum Who Loves To Bake: An Oven

While an oven might seem like an unlikely gift, it is actually one of the best items to give a momma who adores baking. Might we suggest something from Gaggenau – a premier leading brand in ovens, their Oven 400 series boasts of at least 13 cooking modes, is made from stainless teel and comes with handle-less doors. Plus, you even have the option of getting a matching coffee maker and wine chiller to complete the Gaggenau kitchen family! For more information on this, click here.
The ‘Interior Designer’: Comyns Padma Collection

For the mother who enjoys decorating and sprucing up the house, the Comyns Padma Collection is a thing to consider. Using the lotus plant as a source of inspiration, the collection can easily beautify a space on its own or as an accompanying piece of decoration (e.g. used as a base for floral arrangements).
The 925 Sterling Silver Comyns Padma Collection comes in a set of four different-sized bowls that can be stacked together, or presented individually.
The Fashionista: A Handbag

If you’re afraid of getting wrong sizing for clothes and jewelry, getting a handbag is the way to go! As for those who are still unsure of what kind of bag to get, our advice is to keep it minimalist and classy – like Fossil’s Sydney Shopper. Designed with top handles, a structured frame and buttery soft leather, this shopper bag is made to fit any momma’s lifestyle.
The Scent-sational Mum: Limited Edition or Premium Perfume

Instead of getting your mother another mainstream bottle of perfume to add into her collection, consider getting something that’s a bit rarer. Take for instance the perfume from L’occitane’s La Collection de Grasse. Named as Neroli, the scent carries base notes of orange blossom and white orchids – truly a scent that’s fit for those who seek rare aromas.
The Techie: Gadget Cases

Give her phone or tablet an upgrade with a new case. And if she’s one who’s a bit on the clumsy side, then it’s time to introduce the Otterbox Symmetry series into her life. Ultra slim, stylish and tough, these covers are a great way of preventing dreaded cracked gadgets.


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Fruit recipes

Here are eight cute ideas to make your kiddies fall in love with fruit.

1) Fruit pops from Bakers Royal

Check out these sweeties. Grab a few slices of watermelon, rock melon, popsicle sticks and some cookie cutters and you can create these flower fruit pops. Simply cut out the shapes, insert the sticks and enjoy your "ta-da" moment.

2) Bananas in pyjamas from Kidspot

Turn a boring old banana into a special treat with this cute idea. Simply freeze a banana on a paddle pop stick and dip it into melted chocolate, then let the kids 'dress' their own banana by rolling it in their favourite lollies, nuts or sprinkles. This is a great afternoon activity to do with the kids and we guarantee that the bananas in the fruit bowl will be all gone when you've finished!

3) Banana bug from Little Page Turners

Turn lunchtime into bug city with a cute banana 'caterpillar', a 'spider' sandwich and a delicious blackberry beetle pot of 'dirt'. Head over to Little Page Turners to find out how to make this quirky platter of critters but be warned, the kids won't be able to resist playing with their food when you serve it up!

4) Fruit and jelly cups from Kidspot

Create a splash at snack time with these eye-catching fruit and jelly cups. Just cut up your child's favourite fruit, add the jelly, pop in the fridge to set and voilà, you have yourself a fruit-filled snack that the kids will love. These are also a hit at kids' birthday parties, so keep this recipe in mind when the next party rolls around.

5) Apple skin heart from Babble

Show your kids some love in their lunch box by surprising them at snack time with this gorgeous heart apple. Simply grab a green and a red apple, cut out a heart shape, or use a cookie cutter, and then trade the pieces - nothing says "I love you" like a heart!

6) Frozen grape kebabs from The Accidental Hostess

Kids will eat almost anything off a stick. It's strange, but true. This snack is oh-so-easy and a healthy alternative to iceblocks. Just skewer some grapes onto kebab sticks and freeze them. It's as easy as pie. Get the kiddies to help with the threading by cutting off the sharp ends and letting them go for it.

7) Fruit sticks with chocolate dip from Kidspot

Calling all chocoholics. If there was one way to get kids to eat fruit this would be it. All it takes is two types of yummy melted chocolate and a whole pile of delicious chopped fruit. Add a few sticks to the larger pieces and get them dipping. The whole family will love this one. After all, who doesn't love chocolate ... and um, fruit, of course?!

8) Hearts and stars fruit salad from Kidspot

Feast your eyes (and stomach) on this beautiful fruit salad. Use cookie cutters to create fun shapes out of watermelon and add some strawberries and blueberries to make this special fruit salad all pink and purple. You can also pop this into your child's lunchbox, or sprinkle stars and hearts all over pancakes for an extra fruit boost they'll love.

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