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Of MH17, social media idiosyncrasies, and so much more. My two cents.

July 19, 2014 by thejessicat

 

Let’s face it. Accidents and mishaps happen almost every minute in different parts of the world every single day.

BUT what really bothers me the most is how regular average Joes flock at the chance to turn into conspiracy theorists, keyboard warriors, overnight reporters and aviation experts who spew and share nonsensical bollocks regarding the already pressing issue at hand.

 

Please. Just stop.

Pointless escalation of untruths and uncertainties. Really? Nobody needs more drama.

 

 

I’ve gotta say though, I refrained myself from posting anything on social media (except condolences) or on this blog about said tragedies simply because I just did not want to contribute to the already congested, air-tight sphere of drama when I had nothing to claim, assert or say that people didn’t already know through the grapevine. 

 

The question is, how true are the things you share online? Oh Really?

The kind of journalism I was trained and taught stems from credibility, amongst other key ethics. Social media, however, despite being an integral and instant alternative to traditional media, is unfortunately a realm of open-sourced poppycock.

A domain where every Tom, Dick and Harry possesses equal power in their hands to be a (loud) mouthpiece to say anything their mind conjures. 

Some even go to the extent of uploading digitally manipulated images and YET, pools of scoop-thirsty morons turn to believing and worse, circulating such fabrication.

Hit with Brick

 

 

It’s like walking into a morning market where gossip and small talk fill the air and where people chat for the sake of empty conversation. 

I don’t blame them. But what about you? Doubt it!

Pretty sure your productivity at work or school pulled either an MH370 or an MH17 on you, yes? Not funny at all, but either way, not pleasant as well. Get back to work.

 

The convenience of being spoonfed online subconsciously leads to the refreshing of your newsfeed every five minutes and voila! You find yourself reposting anything you find bizarre and ‘newsworthy’, namely graphic images of dead bodies, horrifying video footages and speculating unverified news.

 

 

Surely you have more important things to focus on? 

I’m not going to get onto a moral high horse here but honestly, with disasters permeating our lives barely months after the MH370 disappearance, I begin to somewhat question the entire spectacle of online behaviour and ethics.

With the Israel-Palestine wars in Gaza, the raging steering lock-wielding Kiki woman of Peugeot CDM25, the suicide case in Bangsar Shopping Center, and now the MH17 attack all happening co-currently, I just couldn’t help but to notice how people let petty jibber-jabber, dramatization and rumours surrounding such tragic mishaps consume their lives as if every conversation they have depended on it.

Heck, even some broadcast media (the four radio stations, you know who you are) turned to sensationalizing and creating undeserving headlines out of this debacle. All for a jump in ratings? /facepalm

Such a fiasco, methinks Too Sad

 

 

Don’t be too quick to believe everything you see and read on social media.

Be a better gatekeeper, I implore you. The next time you want to share news, think again. How true is it? Is it from a credible news source? Is it substantial with enough evidence?

Don’t be too caught up in the wave of such idiosyncrasies and end up making a mountain out of a molehill. You’re really not helping the situation and instead, making it worse by propagating more speculation.

This can be very disturbing and confusing to the public, and even more so to the friends and families of those involved. Yell

 

 

Putting rants aside and on another note:

To my 3 friends whom I lost on 3 plane crashes in late 2013 and 2014 alone, may your souls rest in peace in a place just as beautiful as you have ever been. Heaven’s got a plan for you.

 

 

In light of the MH17 incident, 298 lives from different nations have perished in this tragedy, and to the loved ones of the casualties who are deeply affected by the loss, my heart goes out to you.

May the memories which come from the good times shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Pray I also hope and pray for international and diplomatic help in joining hands for justice to be served. 

But for now, Malaysia, let us stand together in solidarity and strength in this darkest hour.

 

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FREEZE spellbounds us upon the stage of ice, magic and entertainment @ Genting International Showroom!

January 10, 2012 by thejessicat

 

Just before we ushered in the new year, I was invited by Resorts World Genting to witness their new resident show: a multi-million ringgit production of Ice, Magic & Entertainment aptly named 'FREEZE'.

I haven't been to Genting Highlands in over a year so I thought, hey, why not?

 

The journey up to the 'Fun City Above the Clouds' was a winding one. 

T'was cold when I arrived (to my surprise!) and a hot cuppa from Starbucks was all I needed

 

I brought my buddy & housie Pamela to the show with me as well

As soon as we got up there, we started dolling up for the show

 

As I was booked into First World Hotel, it was quite a fair bit of a walk for us. But no matter!

'FREEZE' was to be held at Genting International Showroom, in the same building as Resort Hotel.

 

YAY Finally arrived the showroom!

 

But first, we decided to dine before the show to avoid being cold & hungry in there!

So we went for the buffet dinner at Coffee Terrace Genting courtesy of Resorts World Genting! Thank you 🙂

 

At the entrance of Coffee Terrace Genting

 

Inside

 

There was a plethora of food available during the buffet. We were delighted to find a host of both international and local delights.

 

Alright, dinner beckons us! :D

Here, lemme show you some of what we had

 

 

 

Watching Chinese people cook really, really intrigue me.

Just look at those oppressive flames amongst the food –

 

Frying food with gigantic flames inside the wok for so long without burning the meals!


Cooking level : ASIAN

 

We were spoilt for choice looking at all those food and more! 

Here's something that got me ticking :

 

Not just an ordinary chocolate fondue fountain… it's a

A WHITE CHOCOLATE FONDUE FOUNTAIN!

Here were some of the choices we recommend from Coffee Terrace Genting :

 

Roast Turkey ham slices

 

New York Cheesecakes

 

And from our plates:

 

Butter Fish, Grilled Dory, Chicken & Beef Teriyaki, Seafood Aglio Olio, Tempura, Fried Soft Shell Crab

 

Tiramisu, Sushi & Maki, Chicken Sausage, Bread & Butter Pudding

 

Fresh Garden Pasta, Black Pepper Roast Beef

 

Other food worthy of not (which we didn't snap photos of) were :

Carrot Soup, Nyonya Chicken, Teochew Siakap & Century Egg Broth, Baby Prawn & Red Snapper, Lamb Kurma, Chocolate Chip Ice Cream with White Chocolate Sauce, Thai Green Curry & Beef Rendang. 

 

A definite must-try! 

 

We adjourned to Genting International Showroom at sharp 9PM

 

Ready?

 

Too excited to be spellbounded by world-class performers! 

 

Behold, the never-been-staged-before production is about to begin

 

 

The showroom has turned into one of the largest ice entertainment venue in Malaysia

 

 

This million-pound ice-rink was specially constructed for 'FREEZE', operating at a permanent -8°C

 

 

We were entertained with a vast array of magic, entertainment and acrobatic stunts all on ice!

 

 

It was stupendous, to say the least 

 

 

Apart from stunts and whatnot, there was a musically inclined performance

on the violin and graceful dances from a fusion of performers from Ukraine, Europe & Asia

 

Introducing the enchanting illusionist Anastasiia Birch from Ukraine!

 

She appears through an empty crystal box

 

Captivating us with her brand of illusion

 

We were wow-ed by many of her talents

 

Anastasiia performing her double levitation act

 

Anastasiia performing the World's Largest Turbine Illusion 

So dangerous my heart sank when I saw her disappear into the turbine and emerge from the other side!

 

 

To think that it has sank enough, I was so very wrong.

I literally gritted my teeth and had my fists in a gridlocked clench the moment I saw this – 

 

Anastasiia performing the World's Largest Drill Illusion

 ohmy.

 

Loved it when everything was set in flames

 

The Huachen Acrobatic Group from China induced a jaw-dropping and eyebrow-raising reaction from me

These flexible and limber daredevils blew me over with their agility, energy and nimble movements!!

 

They spun so fast and in so many degrees and angles I was seeing stars after they were done

 

Don't know how yall do it but, bravo!

 

They have most definitely set the bar as they fluidly contort, perform aerial trapeze acts, silk aerial acts and high-flying acts.

Wish I could've shown you more pictures but my eyes were really concentrating on their insane, rapid movements

 

The cast

 

It was such an amazing 75 minute production, it left us not only starstruck and beyond impressed.

'FREEZE' is one I'd truly recommend.

 

The photos and the experience I've just shared simply cannot do it justice!

If you wanna watch it for yourselves, details are as below:

 

It's often a full-house show, so log-on to www.rwgenting.com or call

for availability and booking to avoid disappointment 

 

And if you wanna indulge in the buffet just like ours, look here :

 

That's all for now. An amazing experience, no doubt.

My housies and I had so much fun at the themeparks and the casino thereafter.

 

'FREEZE' You heard it from me!

Don't miss any of those never-seen-before acts! 🙂

 

 

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