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Holy pens of the press team with angels singing in the background.
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Editor’s Notes #4monthsdown #7monthsleft Two phrases that posses different connotations for different students across the school. For some, this term marked a final house singing, a final school cross-country (yay?), and a final group of people with whom they will spend their remaining schooling days. For others there have been many firsts – from the first time living away from home, to their first Café Diem Froyo and Sunday brunch. And for those in between, your KTJ-adventures, typical 2 // KT-What?
and otherwise, continue. This sentiment of considering what the past, present and future holds for KTJ students is one we feel carried throughout this issue of ‘KTWhat?!’ It includes accounts of personal reflection, tips for productivity and advice for this upcoming holiday! We also take a look at film, with a review of ‘Stranger Things,’ followed by a commentary on upcoming films to look forwards to. To reflect on some current affairs, we have a summary of this year’s Nobel Prizes in ‘Geek On’ and an analysis
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of the consequences of climate change.
When you next count down the days, and tick off the mental In the spirit of all things checkboxes of KTJ, this issue’s event accomplishments, do so coverage includes a brand with a positive and new ‘KTJ Sport’ section, determined mindset. giving brief accounts of Look back fondly on the the sporting happenings memories made and to at school, as well an look forwards to making article on trending the most out of every music this term and a opportunity. new recipe for the ‘Pantry Masterclass.’ Articles on Maisey Davidson, U6 our ‘KTJ Sporting Stars,’ brought together both primary and secondary, when primary school students interviewed secondary school athletes to try let us all in on the secrets behind their sporting successes. Finally, for some laughs (or grimacing face-palms) about, we have fun puns, jokes and comics!
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Nobel Prizes 2016 BY MAISEY, U6
Medicine/Physiology WHO? Yoshinori Ohsumi (Japan)
WHAT FOR? Discovered the mechanisms of autophagy in cells. He worked out what genes, proteins and steps are taken to break down and recycle old cell components first in yeast cells then in human cells. Here’s how he discovered it to work: WHY IS THEIR WORK IMPORTANT? 4 // KT-What?
Problems associated with these mechanisms not working include cancer, Parkinson’s disease, type 2 diabetes and aging. Yoshinori’s work is now being used as the basis for finding new medicine.
Chemistry WHO?
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Jean-Pierre Sauvage (France), Sir J. Fraser Stoddart (USA) and Bernard L. Feringa (Netherlands) WHAT FOR? Designing and producing molecular machines – super tiny motors! 1. Sauvage managed to make chain of linked molecular rings called a Catenane. This type of bond was called a mechanical bond 2. Stoddart put a molecular ring on a thin molecular axel (basically a ring on a stick) so that it could rotate and move up and down – a Rotaxane 3. Feringa turned all this into a molecular motor WHY IS THEIR WORK IMPORTANT? It is thought that many practical uses will develop from this machinery including new materials, sensors and energy stores.
Physics
WHO? David J. Thouless (USA), F. Duncan M. Haldane (USA), J. Michael Kosterlitz (USA)
WHAT FOR? Studies of strange states of matter using topology (an advanced type of maths) – beyond the typical solid/ liquid/gas! In the 1970s Kosterlitz and Thouless proved that superconductors could be in extremely thin layers and looked at how different temperatures and phase transitions affect conductivity. In the 1980s, Haldane used similar concepts to understand how chains of tiny magnets worked. WHY IS THEIR WORK IMPORTANT? Their work has sparked an increase in research into matter physics, with the aim of someday using all these materials in very tiny electronics and quantum computers.
Economics
WHO? Oliver Hart (USA) and Bengt Hölstrom (USA) WHAT FOR? The development of contract theory. Hölstrom, in KT-What?! // 5
the 1970s, came up with an informativeness principle to analyze how a contract maker can optimize the incentives and risks for themselves and agent with whom the contract is made. Then in 1980, Hart worked on a new branch – incomplete contracts and with whom the decision on unanswered conditions in differentscenarios lie. WHY IS THEIR WORK IMPORTANT? Research in this field has since bloomed, including exploration of the theory’s application in fields such as politics and law.
WHO? Bob Dylan (USA)
incorporating an array of political, social, philosophical and literary inspirations in his lyrics. He has been described as "master poet, caustic social critic and intrepid, guiding spirit of the counterculture generation".
WHAT FOR? "For having created new poetic expressions within the great American song tradition". Bob Dylan has had an immense influence on popular music and culture. From folk music, to blues to rock & roll, he crossed typical genre boundaries,
WHY IS THEIR WORK IMPORTANT? The decision to award the Nobel Prize to a popular musician challenged the typical interpretation of literature of being limited to poetry and novels, to appreciate the artistic value of song lyrics too.
Literature
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Peace
WHO? President Juan Manuel Santos (Columbia) WHAT FOR? Efforts to try bring Columbia’s 50-year civil war to an end. He negotiated the peace treaty with FARC geurillas that brought fighting to a stop. WHY IS THEIR WORK IMPORTANT? 220,000 have been killed and a further 6 million have been displaced as a result of the civil war. In unfortunate turn of events, the treaty was rejected in a national referendum due their dislike of controversial terms – many said it was not harsh enough and the Farc were not receiving due punishment. However, the Nobel Prize committee chose to award
the prize to President Santos nonetheless because he has brought Colombia closer to peace despite the no vote, to encourage hope and further peace talks, and to pay tribute to victims. President Santos continues to push for peace. * (Country) indicates where they carried out their Nobel-Prize-winning work MLA style: "Nobel Prizes 2016". Nobelprize.org. Nobel Media AB 2014. Web. 8 Nov 2016. <http://www. nobelprize.org/nobel_prizes/lists/year/index.html?year=2016&images=yes>
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DYING EARTH “We have a single mission : to protect and hand on the planet to the next generation.” Francois Hollande President of France BY VIKI, U6
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et’s take a moment to realise how much we are killing this planet from within. While these three incidents are scary, they tell us how obviously our actions are killing this planet.
1. Extinction of the Passenger Pigeon. In the 19th Century, Passenger Pigeons, Ectopistes migratorius, were the most abundant bird in North America and possibly the world. In 1914, 8 // KT-What?
the last of its kind, Martha a female passenger pigeon, passed away. During the late 19th century, hunting down passenger pigeons was so
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vigorous that a few years later their number had reduced tenfold. It was too late when we realised the effects of our actions.
2. The evidence for Climate Change. Climate change is something that occurs naturally in this world of ours but we as humans have sped up the process of climate change. The last known major climate change was 7000 years ago; the ice age. Imagine going through an ice age or drought all year. When every second we increase the amount of carbon dioxide in the air, we reduce our capability to live on Earth.
What evidence do we have to suggest climate change? Different experiments and studies have concluded that the following situations are happening as a result of climate change: a. Sea level rise - global sea level has risen about 17 centimetres in the last century. b. Global temperature rise. c. Warming oceans. d. Shrinking ice sheets. e. Declining arctic sea ice KT-What?! // 9
f. Glacial retreat g. Extreme weather conditions, such as heavy rainfall. h. Ocean acidification i. Decreased snow cover.
3. The Great Barrier Reef If you are keeping up with the news, you might have heard that the Great Barrier Reef is facing severe damage due to climate change. In fact, coral reefs all around the world are being threatened. The death of corals is mostly due to the increase in temperature and acidity of the 10 // KT-What?
ocean. The illustration below shows how coral reefs are affected by the increase in carbon dioxide emissions. At the end of the day, these major events are closely related to us. We don’t have to think big to achieve change. If people in the 19th Century had stopped hunting passenger pigeons, we would be able to enjoy their presence now. It has to start from each and every one of us. We have to learn to be sustainable. Simple things like switching off lights and fans, reducing food wastage and reducing
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Past:
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sphere/quickfacts/icesheets. html 2. http://edition.cnn. com/2016/10/14/us/barrierreef-obit-trnd/ 3. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/ oct/14/great-barrier-reef-severe-stress-not-dead-yet 4. http://www. teachoceanscience.net/ teaching_resources/education_modules/coral_ reefs_and_climate_change/ how_does_climate_change_ affect_coral_reefs/ 5. http://climate.nasa.gov/ evidence/ 6. http://www.audubon.org/magazine/mayjune-2014/why-passenger-pigeon-went-extinct
Future: water consumption are a few things we can do in our daily routine to save our earth for future generations. I have included links for further reading, for those who are interested in.
1. https://nsidc.org/cryo-
“Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” Barack Obama KT-What?! // 11
U18 7 Aside Football Tournament
BY IMELDA TAN, L6
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n interschool football tournament was last term at KTJ today for the U18 Girls and U18 Boys A and B teams. Schools from all around KL and Seremban participated in the event, making it a very fun and memorable day with friendships that’ll last forever. Besides being extremely exhausting and hot, the games lasted for a good 12 // KT-What?
three to four hours. Spectators from KTJ cheered on their friends as they maneuvered and passed the ball around the pitch. It was Mr. Disney, in my opinion, who gave the most support for the girls. Once the final whistle was blown, the prize-giving ceremony was held at the main field. The U18 Boys A team won the Champions title, earning them a beautiful gold. The U18 Boys B team, however, were unfortunate to not
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make the top three. The U18 Girls team got themselves a comfortable bronze to wrap up the matches.
For the girls -
Epsom A vs. KTJ 0 - 0 (drew) Epsom B vs. KTJ 0-2 (won) Help vs. KTJ 1-1 (drew) Tenby vs. KTJ 3-0 (lost) Help vs. KTJ (3rd vs. 4th) 0-1 (won)
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A DOCTOR STRANGE REVIEW BY ISABELLE TAN, U6 “What if I told you that reality is one of many?”
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ittered with kaleidoscopic fractals and an infinity of geometric shapes, the visual design in Doctor Strange is truly a work of art, and the best part of the movie. It’s easy to see the cues and tricks that the film has pulled from other similarly psychedelic films, the most prominent exam ple here being Inception. The facades of buildings turn and twist like giant 14 // KT-What?
Rubik’s cubes of architecture; cityscapes are unraveled and woven into MC Escher-style battlefields; sorcerers shift between dimensions and bend space and time to their bidding. Reality itself shatters and crumbles and reforms endlessly, malleable as clay and making you feel like you’re watching a really intense acid trip. This is the most gorgeous Marvel movie by far, and especially in terms
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of special effects - never before has a superhero film so spectacularly used CGI and state-of-the-art technology to its fullest, and so demanded for you to watch in 3D. ‘Awe-inspiring’ doesn’t do justice to this blockbuster’s reality-bending and mind-blowing set pieces; ‘jaw-dropping’ is a better description. Benedict Cumberbatch plays reluctant protagonist Stephen Strange - a neurosurgeon whose pride lands him with ruined hands and desperation, driven by his pride and burning curiosity and often too wrapped up in his own ego. Cumberbatch is to Stephen Strange as Robert Downey Jr. is to Tony Stark - the character inseparable from the actor, face and voice and demeanour all interwoven till you can barely distinguish the actor from the character. Even their arrogance and
opulent lifestyles mirror each other - but the difference here is while Iron Man builds a world around Tony Stark and his snarky star persona, Doctor Strange uses their hero to poke fun and inject some levity into the mystical world he finds himself in. It’s a smart move and a trait well-appreciated, with how far detached the film becomes from reality and how deep into its own head it seems to get. There is an awful lot of spiritual and mystical mumbo-jumbo that gets thrown around in the story, and while the endless exposition in the film is condensed and simplified for the casual viewer in geek-friendly terms, there’s still a staggering amount of mythological density lurking underneath. It’s understandable - this is the first Marvel movie to explore its universe’s magical side, and there’s a lot that has to be KT-What?! // 15
told and established first, so other movies can follow after. But even so, with all of the mystical and magical parts stripped from the movie, the story itself is essentially a simple Hero’s Journey - just with more visual flair than most. Sadly, the rest of the characters get little depth to their personalities and are given very little to do, despite the star-studded cast of actors assembled. Chiwetel Ejiofor plays Mordo, a teacher and sidekick to Strange, whose his acting chops are 16 // KT-What?
woefully underused; Rachel McAdams, best known for her role in the Notebook, gets sidelined into the role of Dr. Palmer, a female love interest far less plot-important or interesting than Jane Foster or Pepper Potts. The antagonist Kaecilius is disappointingly un-compelling, despite Mads Mikkelsen’s best efforts, as per the MCU trend of great heroes and weak villains. Only Tilda Swinton manages to rise against the odds, playing her ageless mystical monk as a benevolent but mysterious leader with a
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sense of humour, a hint of moral ambiguity and a School of Hard Knocks style of teaching. Despite all the showstop-
prideful yet humbled hero, and poor scriptwriting. Ultimately, Doctor Strange makes for a visually stunning but shallow
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Sadly, the rest of the characters get little depth to their personalities and are given very little to do, despite the star-studded cast of actors assembled. ping action pieces and mind-melting CGI tricks, the emotion in Doctor Strange comes off as hollow - a consequence both of focusing on Strange’s journey from vain, arrogant narcissist to
origin story for its titular hero, a pleasant trip off the beaten path and a solid but average entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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HOW TO STOP PROCRASTINATING BY VALERIE WO, L6
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o you find yourself always putting off doing something that should have already been completed, and feel frustrated because exams are just around the corner? Fret not, follow these 6 simple steps, and get stuff done!
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Make a to-do-list Before you start each day, list down everything that you plan to do that day, prioritizing the more urgent tasks before the less urgent ones, then place that list somewhere you can see it throughout the day. Aim to accomplish everything on your daily to-do-lists and get 18 // KT-What?
productive!
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Split huge tasks into smaller ones Have you ever planned on starting a piece of work, then decided to do it afterwards just because you can’t bring yourself to do what seems like a mountain of assignments? If you have, try breaking the task up into smaller sections and work toward completing them one by one, instead of having to dread doing the whole thing at once.
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Create a timed work frenzy If you find that you are always sidetracked when
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doing in a day. Keep in mind that once you’ve finished everything, you can always return to your original task and touch up anything unsatisfactory.
you’re supposed to be completing your assign5. Work ments, with someset aside a one else period of Find time to do someone to nothing work with. but work. It may be Remove your everything roommate, that could a classpossibly This guy is not going to help you get mate, or distract you, through your A levels, trust me anyone else and force so long as you can trust them yourself into productivity. For to encourage you to stay on motivation, you can either task and get it done. promise yourself a reward if you do complete the task within the time period, or a 6. Take a break! punishment if you don’t – If you realize that nothing is whichever way works for you. going into your head after a while of studying, maybe this 4. Don’t be a perfectionist is a sign that you should be giving yourself a short rest. If you’re the type of person Relax, take a catnap, then get who won’t stop until you’ve back at it. You’ll find “perfected” an assignment yourself with a clearer mind before you move on to your that is more ready for another next task, you would most studying marathon. probably be delaying everything that you plan on KT-What?! // 19
5 MOVIES THAT WE CAN’T WAIT FOR IN 2017 BY JEREMY GOH, L6
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he year 2016 has definitely been one hell of a year for movie-goers, with a whole range of awesome movies (like Zootopia and Captain America: Civil War, to mention a couple) being released on the big screen. However, when we take a look at the long list of blockbuster movies lining up, just waiting to be released in 2017, one can’t help but feel giddy with excitement and start thinking: why can’t 2017 come sooner?! So, without further ado, let’s take a look at the top 5 movies that we can’t wait for in 2017.
5) War for the Planet of the Apes (July 14) Back in 2014, the (frankly) amazing prequel, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes was released. After a whole lot of amazing action and emotional storylines between the humans and the apes, the movie ended with Caesar, leader 20 // KT-What?
of the apes, kneeling before a mass of apes, grimly waiting for the inevitable war with the humans to begin. Talk about a cliffhanger. Now after 3 years, the wait is finally over, as Caesar is back in a war that will determine not just the fate of their species, but also the future of the entire planet.
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4) Logan (March 3) Just as Robert Downey Jr was born to play Iron Man, Hugh Jackman was born to play Wolverine. Back in the year 2000, Hugh Jackman first debuted as Wolverine in Bryan Singer’s X-Men. Now, it all ends with Logan. Logan will mark the final time Hugh Jackman pops out the adamantium claws as, despite the cries of outrage from fans, he feels that this is the right time to leave. The film takes inspiration from the Old Man Logan comic by Mark Millar. Definitely a must watch, if only to see Hugh Jackman reprise his role as Wolverine for one last time.
3) Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (May 5) Back in 2014, Marvel Studios took it’s biggest risk by deciding to make a movie about a ragtag 22 // KT-What?
bunch of misfits consisting of the likes of a talking tree and a racoon. Well guess what? It paid off big time, as Guardians of the Galaxy turned out to be one of the most successful movies in the Marvel Franchise. Now, the guardians are finally back to the iconic tune “Hooked on a Feeling”, as shown in a recently released trailer. It is still unconfirmed what the main plot of the sequel will be, but it is presumed that the movie will address the issue of Peter Quill aka Star-Lord’s (who?) true parentage, and feature the guardians doing cool stuff. Fun times guaranteed.
2) Kingsman: The Golden Circle (16 June) Kingsman: The Secret Service was an amazing film. The film had everything: suave, witty spies with a sense of humour, Channing Tatum,
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and bad guys trying to take over the world. Now, Eggsy is back in the second instalment of the Kingsman franchise. This time around, Eggsy, Merlin and Roxy travels to the United States to join forces with their US counterparts after the Kingsman HQ is destroyed by Poppy, an evil American mastermind. Sounds intriguing? Mark your calendars everyone, this is one film that you will not want to miss.
will revolve around the life of 15-year-old Peter Parker studying at Midtown High, trying to balance his life between being an ordinary high school student and being Spider-man. It is also said that the movie will focus more on him being Peter Parker, making the film more relatable. With great power comes great responsibility indeed.
1) Spider-man: Homecoming (July 7) With the likes of Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield coming in before him, Tom Holland has some big shoes to fill. However, his performance as Spider-man in Captain America: Civil War has received universal acclaim, leading us to believe that he will indeed be able to fill those shoes. Homecoming KT-What?! // 23
TWO TERMS LEFT BY JIA HUA, U6
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n life, there’re always going to be ups and downs. There are going to be things that happen which will bring you up to your highest and events that may send you to rock bottom. If you ever encounter something like that, don’t forget to do three things: forgive, forget and start over. Believe me, it’s easier said than done. I've been studying in KTJ for a year and a half now, 24 // KT-What?
with around 6 months left, I’ve done a lot of reflecting to see how far I've come. The journey in this school has been one of the most amazing adventures I've had. Nonetheless, bad things happened as well. I will admit, I've been holding grudges, dwelling over sad memories, even crying about the one mark in an exam that cost me a better grade. Having said that, without any of these negative events, how does
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one appreciate the positive events? It’s like how light cannot shine without darkness. Although it's alright to reflect on all the negative things that have thrown you off, constantly having it sit at the back of your mind haunting you isn't good either, because in time, it will not only hurt you but the people surrounding you as well.
impossible. Look forward and think of how to solve the issue, not regret that it happened. Don’t let any event in time ruin your relationship with anyone, be it stress due to university applications, mood swings, a busy schedule – anything at all. Remember that the bonds you make in this school are priceless and it should never be destroyed by anything.
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I urge every On that one of you If someone hurt you note, if to start forsomeone in anyway, always giving and hurt you remember to forgive forgetting in anyway, him or her. If you any negaalways hurt someone, tive thing remember remember to apologise that has to and make amends. forgive happened. I know it’s him or definitely easier said than her. If you hurt someone, done, but stop wishing to remember to apologise and turn back time to change make amends. things that you regret If you’re holding a grudge doing because I can very about something or much assure you that someone, please let it go, as unless you can find the it isn’t worth the Doctor and his TARDIS, it's slightest bit of your time KT-What?! // 25
you’re preventing yourself things that weren’t worth from grasping onto it. If anyone is finding it something better! hard to do any of those Holding a grudge is like three things, feel free to walking into a three approach me if you see me Michelin star restaurant around for a quick chat, I’ll with a full stomach, be happy to listen and help! leaving you unable to ¡Buena suerta mis amigos! savor the amazing food laid out in front of you. Simple acts of kindness go a long way and will in turn work in your favor by strengthening the bonds you Having said that, make here, without any of making you these negative and everyone events, how does around you one appreciate the happier.
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positive events?
Writer’s note: I wrote this as a reminder that with only around half a year left in this school, cherishing my time with all the friends and strengthening my relationship with them is most important because when I graduate, I don’t want to look back and see that I spent my time on 26 // KT-What?
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STAY PRODUCTIVE BY KHALIF, L6
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xhausted. It is the most common thing that happens to all KTJ students. Numerous assignments that we have to do, a chain of tests that never comes to an end and various events that have to be followed are just a few of the many activities that we have to do. For almost 6 months, we have had all this hustle and bustle and now finally the end of term holiday is just around the corner. It will be the perfect occasion to take a break and relax our
mind. Nonetheless, that doesn’t mean that we should be unproductive during the holiday. There are plenty of activities that you can do during the holiday to give you more experience, skills and knowledge, as well as something for your personal statement! Here are just a few suggestions on how you can make your holiday more productive!
Extra Reading
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reduces the time available to explore lots of the other interesting books that are available out there. Doing some extra reading has a great deal of benefits. To start with, you can read books that are related to your subject - this for sure will give you a better idea and understanding of the subject. Alternatively, you can read novels or comics that you find entertaining. According to the www.telegraph. co.uk, research conducted by the University of Sussex showed that reading could reduce stress levels by 68%. So, reading books is a great way to lose all the tension from too much prep!
Getting Job Experience
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market sometime in the future. It would be beneficial for us to actually jump to it beforehand and be exposed to the reality of a working environment. Besides all the noteworthy experiences, you may also have a chance to learn a new set of skills. “I learned how to cook and serve customers. I also had an opportunity to meet new people and learn how to work collaboratively with them�, said Hisyam (L6 IMR) who got his first job experience working in a food court near Johor Bahru. Getting a job/internship may require you to work for a certain amount of time and submit a few documents. If so, make sure that you plan the timing right and you have prepared all the
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necessary information.
Teaching
The best way to test your understanding on a Volunteering For those of you who like subject is by teaching someone else. social activities, Helping your sister with voluntary work will be her homework, tutoring the best opportunity to your neighbor who has for your interests. There exams or teaching your are various types of voluntary works ranging juniors is the best way to enhance your knowlfrom education to edge and socialize at the medicine. Furthermore, being a volunteer enables same time. “Teaching has you to give crucial help to helped to identify the the people in need, make gap in my knowledge. new friends and improve It motivates me to learn your emotional well-be- even more” said Luqman (L6 IMR), who shared ing. Additionally, his teaching experience volunteering doesn’t during his holiday earlier require any long-term commitment and usually this year. lasts for a few weeks, making it a suitable task to do during our school holiday.
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“Am I allowed to write about this?” I asked, doubt sinking into my gut.
“Ideally, you have every right.” He had a point. I do. I have every reason and I have every possible motive to write this. But the feelings of reservation and worry linger within. Maybe, it’s because I’ve been told time and time again, by a society so hateful and set within their ways that what I believe in and what I am is deeply wrong. It 30 // KT-What?
always feels that I am split between realities, one of caring acceptance and the other of hateful confinement; and it’s dangerously easy to believe the one you have been raised within. I have never felt at home within my family. Sometimes I just wish I could tell them, for them to love me for who I am because I just want to be open and safe, but I can’t and I don’t. It is tragically comedic the way I fear
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the act of exposing myself and it doesn’t help that I hear first hand the way some have reacted to the same news. I dread the possible outcomes, the way they would
Nobody likes a sad story, so I didn’t and still don’t tell most people. In place, I put on a façade of unimaginable glee, and mask my insecurities with jokes that diminish
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It is tragically comedic the way I fear the act of exposing myself and it doesn’t help that I hear first hand the way some have reacted to the same news. blame everything and everyone, the “westerners, and their ‘liberal’ thoughts”, the “media and their influence on young minds” and even “the devil himself”, and as archaic and tired those beliefs are, a small part of me believes it too. Possibly worst yet, the way they shall choose to fathom the information, “it’s just a phase”, “you need to change your mentality”, or worst yet, “no”.
myself. Solitary and alone I hide. But as the cliché goes, it is the truth that sets me free. For the first time in my life, I can say and be who I truly am, to feel whole and candid about my emotions and feelings. Even though it’s my intentional secret to keep, for now, from my family, I am fortunate to have discovered another in my friends. Right now it is enough.
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But, it’s not. It’s not okay to have to put up with relatives hounding you on when you’re going to finally get a girlfriend, having friend’s parents say, “be careful,” when they hang out with you, and for my very existence and who I am to be illegal. Neither is it okay that others are able to dictate a woman’s right to wear clothes they decide to wear. It is not right that some are forced to marry and lack the access to education.
form their own opinions, one must not forget that so does everybody else. Limiting each other and forcing opinions upon other people, especially from a position of power, has an absolutely devastating impact. Psychologically, constraining and pressuring people to change and conform, has the power to push them into depression or even worse, to becoming suicidal.
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Nobody likes a sad story, so I don’t tell most people; and in place a façade of unimaginable glee, and mask my insecurities with jokes that diminish myself. Yet, we are still forced to live with it. While everyone has the power and capability to 32 // KT-What?
I write this in hopes that I manage to evoke at least a tinge or slim sliver of emotion, sympathy, regret, anger, comfort,
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something, anything that whimper but a splash.” makes you different, and that this affects you in whatever insignificant way. My hope for this,
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“What I find cool about being a banned author is this: I’m writing books that evoke a reaction, books that, if dropped in a lake, go down not with a whimper but a splash.” whatever this may be, isn’t so you feel sorry for me, for it’s beyond that. I want to break the boundaries and the glass celling, that maybe I have created for myself, and the taboo surrounding real issues affecting real people. Like Lauren Myracle once said, “What I find cool about being a banned author is this: I’m writing books that evoke a reaction, books that, if dropped in a lake, go down not with a KT-What?! // 33
Sivasangari: Squash Superstar BY TAN YU XUAN Sivasangari is such a wonderful squash player! She is just 17 years old but she is 63rd in the world! Siva studies in KTJ and she doesn’t have much time to practice squash, but she is still a rising star in the squash world. In the Malaysian squash tours I, II and III in 2016 - W5 events, she won gold every time. Sivasangari started at 7 years old and has been playing in tournaments from 8 years old because she wanted to do some exercise. Her coaches are Jrar Aslam & Shaz Nawaz. Siva was born in Sungai Petani, Kedah. Her parents 34 // KT-What?
are Balli and Subramaniam. Siva uses Dunlop for her racquet and her idol is Dato Nicol Ann David because she was the world No.1 in for 108 consecutive months and has also won the World Open title 8 times. This incredible KTJ’er puts the medals she has won in a basket, which she keeps in her room. Siva goes to school and then she has to go training. She catches up on all of the work she misses by asking her friends for the homework. Siva’s future plan is be a doctor or a professional squash player. Her advice to all students who want to play squash is ‘You should put all of your hard work into squash.’ Also, her favorite quote is, ‘Never say die.‘ So, could you train hard enough to beat her at her own game?
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Sasha Smashes Tennis!
BY QUINCY
Sasha was the 3rd best tennis player in Malaysia, and she is bubbly and friendly. Her best achievement was winning second in the Milo National under 14 tournament. She was born in Kuala Lumpur on January, 27th , 1999. Her Mom inspired her to play tennis at the age of 6 because she played tennis for Australia. She went to her first tournament when she was ten, but sadly she got knocked out of the first round. She uses the Bobolat racket. Although Sasha now plays less tennis in order to study a lot more, she could start again and become number 1 in Malaysia. Her old coach was Selavarajoo. Her idol is Novak Djokovic because of his tenacity and perseverance in his training and her favorite place to travel for tennis is Australia. She has a whopping
50-60 medals. She’s been to an ATF training camp in Bangkok and a tennis tournament in Thailand as well. She has been playing tennis for nine years and for all that time she played for Malaysia. Sasha is more confident playing singles rather than doubles. Her biggest struggle was her mental strength during matches and she overcame this by building up her confidence, training harder and believing in herself. In future, she really wants to have her own company and sell sports equipment instead of playing tennis. To all of the sporty people, here is an aspiring message from her: try your hardest, believe in yourself , never give up, and always concentrate.
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Mantin’s Next Usain Bolt BY LEE GING GING
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antin's fastest runner represented the state in running in Terengganu (a state in Malaysia) on Monday, 3rd Octorber, 2016. Azri won the 50 metres run when he was 8 years old. Then, when he was 10 he started playing football. Do you think you can beat this super star? He can almost beat Usain Bolt and Florence Grith-Joyner’s record times for the 100 metre run. His time for the 100 metres is 11.1 seconds, Usain Bolt’s is 9.58 seconds and the lady’s is 10.49 seconds. Pretty incredible, huh?! This year, he won 2 trophies, one from a district competition and one for the best athlete. He also won 5
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gold medals this year, 2 from school and 3 from a district competition. He has broken our school record twice! Azri is a secondary prefects and this is his last year of school. He started running at his primary school sports day. He was 10 when it happened. He was running for fun with his friends when he realized that he was a fast runner. Originally he started out with playing football. He eats a lots of junk food like Sugus (Malaysian candies), lots of Milo (chocolate energy drink) and McDonalds. He also eats a lot of protein like fish and chicken. Before a competition, he will train so that if he gets injured he has time heal. He is better at short distances whereas his brother is better at long distances.
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His future plans have nothing to do with sports because he doesn’t take running that seriously. Azri wants to go to the University of Bath in the United Kingdom to study Civil Engineering. He trained and in the end he accomplished it. If you do the same, then you will be able to accomplish your dreams as well. He went to Bukit Jalil to have special training for a month. He felt intimated at first because of all the older and more experienced runners, but they soon helped him time and he felt more comfortable. At KTJ, he is the school’s midfielder and came first place as a defender in the football team. Azri is also the school’s rugby captain.
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erm 1 is coming to an end. By now most of you would have settled in and adapted to the exciting KTJ life. For those leaving this academic year, don’t forget to cherish the final 6 months! This term was filled with numerous major and exciting events: teaching us to face our fears and overcome stage fright during house singing, and reminding us the importance of keeping fit and healthy during the inter-house sports and cross country. Despite the ever-changing trends in KTJ, one thing remained constant: music. From House Singing to Talent Time and KTJ in Concert, the music department ensured we were always accompanied by harmonies, making it easier for students to relax and appreciate music every weekend. So, here’s a short playlist to summarize Term 1! Hope you enjoy.
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Survivor by Destiny’s Child Can’t Hold Us by Macklemore It’s My Life by Bon Jovi Houdini by Foster The People It’s Time by Imagine Dragons Thriller by Michael Jackson Seasons of Love by Rent Forget You by Cee-lo Green Runaway Baby by Bruno Mars Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen Alexander Hamilton by Lin-Manuel Miranda Favorite Song by Chance the Rapper Feeling Good by Muse Seasons In The Sun by Westlife Pillowtalk by Zayn Malik Janam Janam by Arijit Singh and Antara Mitra Can’t Stop The Feeling by Justin Timberlake Closer by The Chainsmokers
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FAQ about driving on Malaysian roads (An adaptation of an article) 1. When can you use the emergency lane? You can use the emergency lane for any emergency. The following is a list of events that qualify as emergencies:You are late for work You left the toaster plugged in at home You are bursting to go to the toilet You have a toothache Your girlfriend is waiting for you. As it is an emergency, you may drive at twice the speed of the other cars on the road. 2. What does the sign ‘Jalan Sehala’ mean? This means ‘One Way Street’ and indicates a street where the traffic is 40 // KT-What?
required to travel in one direction. The arrow on the sign indicates the preferred direction of the traffic flow, but this is not compulsory. If the traffic is not flowing in the direction in which you wish to travel, then reversing in that direction is the best option. 3. What does the sign ‘Dilarang Masuk’ mean? This means ‘No Entry’. However, when used on exit ramps in multi-storey car parks, it has an alternative meaning which is: ‘Short cut to the next level up’. 4. Can I use my mobile phone whilst driving in Malaysia? No problem at all, but it
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should be noted that if you wish to use the rear-vision mirror to put on your lipstick or trim your eyebrows at the same time as you are using a mobile phone in the other hand, you should ensure that you keep an elbow free to steer the car. Alternatively, you may place a toddler on your lap and have the child steer the car while you carry out these other essential tasks. 5. What is the speed limit in Malaysia? The concept of a speed limit is alien to Malaysia. 6. Is it necessary to use indicator lights in Malaysia? These blinking orange lights are commonly used by expatriate drivers to indicate that they are about to change lanes. This provides a useful signal to local drivers to close up any gaps: preventing the expatriate driver from
changing lanes. Therefore, it is recommended that expatriate drivers adopt the local practice of avoiding all usage of indicator lights. However, it is sometimes useful to turn on your left hand indicator if you want to merge right, because this confuses other drivers, thus enabling you to take advantage of an unprotected gap in the traffic flow. 7. Finally, the most important rule is that you must arrive at your destination ahead of the car in front of you. This is the sacrosanct rule of driving in Malaysia. All other rules are subservient to this. (P.S. The article above was discovered by random on the internet. After much hard work, I discovered the original article on the website of a David Astley. All credits must go to him as this article is an adaptation of the original one.) KT-What?! // 41
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Facepalming Jokes and Puns BY NOOR ADEEBAH, L6 An Indian friend wanted to join our trip. He said “I vanakam” [from punisher9394] The man who survived mustard gas and pepper spray is now a seasoned veteran What do you do to an open wardrobe? You closet If the ocean had a personality, it would be salty Doctor told me to stop eating heavy meals. So, I’ve been avoiding WanTan Mee Which day do chickens hate the most? Friday
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DIRECTIONS • Scatter chips onto a large plate (use the entire bag).
Microwave Nachos Nachos, quick and easy and just in time for that midnight snack! (Your houseparent doesn’t need to know..) INGREDIENTS 1 bag (5.5 ounce) multigrain tortilla chips 1/2 cup Salsa 4 tablespoon diced green chilies 2 cups shredded Cheese (you can use more or less depending on how much cheese you like) Guacamole as garnish Sour cream as garnish
• Drop spoonfuls of Salsa mixture onto the chips. • Sprinkle green chilies on top of the chips. • Evenly distribute the shredded cheese over the top. • Place in microwave and cook for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes depending on the strength of your microwave. • Remove from microwave and top with sour cream and guacamole if desired.
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