初三慧 ， 这一年

好消息，好消息
我们全班都可以升高中一了...

考完了PMR
考完了初中统考，
终于可以放心了
初三就这样一瞬间的过去了...
过得真快....

在这一年来感谢初三慧的所有老师的教导...
真得很感谢你们，
在这一年我真得学到了很多东西...

在这一年，由于是考试班，
所以许许多多的活动，
校方都帮我们停了...
男女排球赛是个例子...

我觉得在这一班不像去年的班一样...
就连感觉也不一样
很开心能跟这一班的同学一起上课咯！

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老师介绍

国文（班主任） - 陈玉玲师
老师的上课方式很特别，真的，每次上她的节，都会讲她经历过的生活，逗得我们笑到哭因此我很喜欢上她的课，总而言之她的课都很有趣....


英文 - 林瑞彩师
好怕英文老师哦！其实老师不是凶而是严肃而已，每次上她的课都提心吊胆的，有时候站起来回 答问题时，她的眼神很可怕，我的脚都在抖呢！老师让我学了很多很多，真的，因为初二英文老师 一直换...很乱....


华文 - 陈思群师
老师讲她名字好，记得他告诉我们“思”就是想念，“群”就是群体/大家，意思是每时每刻都想到大家。我觉得讲得不错，果然是名副其实的华文老师。我也蛮喜欢上她的课。
1）写作文2节，做完了自由活动
2）我的华语能及格，真得谢谢老师
3）很多.....


几何/代数 - 陈宝凌师
上课很多“免费东西".....老师教到还不错，只是要一直做做做数学。


生化 - 骆春廷师
老师还好啦！从尊孔转来的...我做她干事呢！不过也没什么拉，就是搬搬书，派书，点书，这些工作咯！差不多要考UEC了，他就走了，来了个中华毕业的学生来教。。


地理 - 李慧慧师
我觉得好伟大啊！放学留下来帮我们补课，一直帮我们温习，还借节...我本身很爱地理，加上老师教得很好，所以我越来越喜欢地理了。


历史 - 林素明师
这科也不错，老师也教到我及格拉，历史不是不喜欢它，只是很多东西背。有中国史，世界史，东南亚史，马来西亚史等，超多的...所以还是喜欢地理多过历史咯！


历国 - 黄淑清师
历国= sejarah这个老师教的比初一的差，比初二的好，初一的时候老师有解释，说得清清楚楚，让我很记得，初二是马来老师当然教的超烂的....


生技阿 - 冯桂华师
记得初一初二时教过我的，也没什么讲了，因为节太少


生技乙 - 陈丹丹师
一样咯！去年合班也有教过我


物理 - 陈慧如师
这个老师也蛮多人知道他的，在普通考试我都及格，只是大考太难了些而已


美术 - 霍旭峰师
要画画，不是说讨厌拉，只是不喜欢用水彩，我们有静物写生，水彩画，水墨画等....一年有十多张画要交


音乐 - 洪倩怡师
我还蛮喜欢上音乐课的，最喜欢听音乐了，除了手写的考试外，还有考唱歌
1）唱课本里的歌
2）唱流行歌....这两个必然要唱的，有分数的哦


体育 - 董顺忠师
考跑步6圈2.4公里，考排球对打23粒，运球上篮等


道德/公民 - suriana师/王福耀师
这节很闷的，一直上什么nilai，pengajaran的






The END....感谢所有的老师:-)

Singapore's first Zero Energy Building launched today

This is an article from AsiaOne, and Yes! Singapore's first environmental friendly and self sufficient building. After hearing it 2 years ago, until now, we're finally doing our part. =)

It is the first building in Southeast Asia to be retrofitted with green features and technologies. -AsiaOne

Mon, Oct 26, 2009
AsiaOne

Singapore's first retrofitted Zero Energy Building (ZEB) located at the BCA (Building and Construction Authority) Academy was officially opened today by Mr Mah Bow Tan, Minister for National Development.

The ZEB, a flagship R&D project by the BCA, is also the first existing building in Southeast Asia to be fully retrofitted with green building design features and technologies.

It houses fully functioning classrooms, a library, multipurpose hall and offices, and is used as a test-bed for innovative building designs and energy efficient building solutions, especially for existing buildings.

The building underwent a very energy efficient re-design of the facade, the roof, the M&E system and other building components to reduce its energy needs, and was retrofitted at a cost of $11 million.

The Zero Energy Building is expected to be about 40-50% more efficient than an office building of similar layout. Although the building is connected to the grid, it is expected to generate as much electricity as it consumes over a typical year.

Solar panels installed on the roof and other prominent areas will tap the sun's energy to generate about 207,000 kWh of electricity a year - enough to supply power to 45 four-room HDB flats.

The building is also fitted with a a single coil twin fan ventilation system - an NUS invention - to reduce utility bills that often go into air-conditioning. This controls the flow of fresh and recycled air separately - according to demand - in the building. Fresh air is only channeled to rooms that are occupied as it consumes more energy to chill compared to recycled air.

The launch kickstarted the inaugural Singapore Green Building Week (SGBW) which celebrates the achievements of Singapore's efforts towards sustainable development through a series of local and international activities.

Dr. John Keung, BCA's CEO, said: 'The Singapore Green Building Week is not just about showing the fruits of our efforts but is also an opportunity for us to learn and share our experiences and knowledge in sustainable development.

We hope that the success of the Zero Energy Building will spur the industry on towards incorporating green building design and technologies into their developments. All of us have a part to play in protecting the environment for future generations.'

10 Tips on how to drive more efficiently

1 Drive smoothly

If you drive aggressively, you can burn up to a third more fuel than if you drive smoothly. Avoid accelerating or braking too hard and try to keep your steering as even as possible.

2 Use higher gears

When you drive in higher gear, you’ll use less fuel, so change up a gear whenever you can.

3 Keep the windows closed

Wind blowing through an open window can slow you down. And, to compensate, you’re likely to speed up. Instead of opening windows why not use your car’s internal ventilation system, just so long as this doesn’t make you feel drowsy.

4 Use cruise control

Using cruise control on major roads can help you maintain a constant speed and helps you make all those drops count.

5 Avoid excess idling

Stuck in a jam? Idling gets you nowhere, but still use up fuel. Turn the engine off when you’re in a queue until you need it. As a rule, if you’ve stopped for over 10 seconds, switch off your engine.

6 Avoid over-revving

Change gear in good time when you pull away or when you’re accelerating. Never ‘redline’ the rev counter.

7 Avoid high speeds

The faster you go, the more wind resistance you’ll encounter and the more fuel your vehicle will consume just to maintain speed. Remember that according to the UK Department of Transport figures, at 70mph you could be using up to 30 per cent more fuel than at 50mph. So keep it slow.

8 Use air-conditioning sparingly

Sometimes it’s hard to avoid using your air-conditioning, but remember that it does put added strain on your engine on hot or cold days. And, it can increase your fuel consumption by up to 8%. On temperate days, you can always use your car’s internal ventilation system instead.

9 Avoid rush hour

If you can travel outside of peak times, you’ll spend less time stuck in traffic and use less fuel as a result.

10 Keep a constant speed

Instead of coasting when you reach a downward slope, maintain steady engine revs. This will help you to maintain a constant speed rather than picking up speed and is likely to have a positive effect on your fuel consumption.

10 Tips for you and your car

1 Service your engine

Did you know a poorly maintained engine can increase your fuel consumption by up to 50%? Just replacing dirty spark plugs can improve your fuel consumption by up to 5%.

2 Keep your tyres at the right pressure

If your tyres are under inflated by just 1psi, your fuel efficiency can be reduced by up to 3%. So pump up those tyres up once a week or whenever you fill up.

3 Avoid carrying excess weight

For every extra 100 lbs (45 kg) you carry, your fuel efficiency can drop by 1-2%. So clear your car of unnecessary items that just add weight to your vehicle when you can.

4 Take the roof rack off

If you’re not using your roof rack or your roof box, remove it. A roof rack can affect the aerodynamic efficiency of your vehicle, creating drag which can result in your car using up to 5% more fuel.

5 Check the air filters

Air filters keep impurities from damaging your engine. Remember to check and replace your air filter if clogged.

6 Use the correct oil

Using the manufacturer’s recommended lubricant can help improve fuel efficiency by 1-2%. Higher quality motor oils can also help your engine operate more efficiently.

7 Check the seal on your fuel cap

Fuel evaporates every time you open the fuel cap. Make sure your cap is properly screwed on every time after every fill up

8 Plan your trips

Cutting down on the time spent in the car is the easiest way to conserve fuel. To reduce driving time, combine all your short trips and errands into a single journey or call ahead to avoid wasted journeys.

9 Keep hydrated

Don’t forget to drink water. When you’re well hydrated, you concentrate better. Keep a bottle to hand as you drive and make sure you drink your recommended eight glasses a day.

10 Keep calm

That way you’ll be able to drive smoothly and anticipate what’s going on ahead of you. When you keep calm, you also drive with plenty of distance between your car and others.

Power to Change

This is an initiative from HP in doing their part in making our place a greener one. Do visit it, and experience the change. Help spread the word too!

http://www.hp.com/powertochange

Here is a link to their blog that started from the simple thought that small changes can make a big difference. Do visit it too!

http://blog.hppowertochange.com/

Nanxiang Steamed Buns Restaurant

Located at Bugis Junction, Level 2, Unit 53.

Nanxiang Xiaolongbao arrives in Singapore in all its authentic glory. It is a culinary icon and stalwart in Shanghai for more than a century, Nanxiang is an established brand that has gained international recognition, awards and undisputed popularity for their xiaolongbao, that it has become the benchmark Shanghai xiaolongbao.

In their bright and light space, Singapore's Nanxiang at Bugis Junction presents a welcoming face to customers. There is booth seating, which overlooks the busy North Bridge Road and regular tables, which take in the hustle and bustle of this Shanghai franchise.

For those who are no stranger to food travel TV programs, you would have seen well-known chef-author and now Discovery Travel + Living host Anthony Bourdain coming to grips with the xiaolongbao and sipping on the big soup bun through a straw at Shanghais Nanxiang in his show No Reservations.

I guessed their Crab Roe and Pork Filling Steamed Buns, & Fresh Pork Filling Steamed Buns are few of the better dishes. here In general, there are still differences in their standards with the Main restaurant in Shanghai. The noodles are quite nice too.

The staffs are jovial, and fun to talk to. I remembered that my visit yesterday was well greeted by many aunties. That's right, they employed quite a number of them, and they were quite chatty too.

It is worth to pay a visit, if you have yet to try out the authentic Fresh Pork Filling Steamed Buns in Shanghai. Whether it is worth it, only you can tell.

Opening Hours

Mon - Fri: 1130am - 10pm

Sat, Sun, and PH: 11am - 10pm

Asus Eee PC 1005 HA Seashell

It might seem at first that it is just another Eee PC from Asus but if you give it a closer look you’ll find very delicate improvements or rather, I should say, refinements of their popular lineup of products. This one is fine tuned for excellent battery life and also offering standard performance, nice keyboard and standard build quality which you should expect from a portable netbook. Though it feels to have a higher resolution screen and better graphics, the configuration that you get is worth its price tag.

Processor, RAM and HDD

It uses Intel Atom N280 Processor 1.66GHz (667MHz FSB) Processor with 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM (667 MHz). The N280 processor is slightly faster than the N270 CPU which is commonly being used in many other netbooks available. Though it is not exactly a speed demon, it would be enough for normal computing tasks such as web browsing, watching movies or working with some office softwares and so them simultaneously. There is also an option to over clock or underclock the CPU which you can use to run it faster or use less power. The 160 GB 5400 rpm SATA HDD is also fast enough for normal usage.

Graphics

As with many other netbooks, this system also comes with the same Intel GMA 950 graphics, so don’t expect to play games on this device. But you can enjoy web videos from Hulu or YouTube and even HD movies on it. Though it can play 720 p videos in number of formats, the bitter truth is it chokes on 1080p videos. Also it should be noted that this netbook is not made for watching full 1080p videos in its 1024X600 screen.

Ports

On the front and back, there are no ports. On the left side there is power jack, VGA Out, USB 2.0 port, security lock slot and a heat vent. On the right side there is a 4-in-1 card reader, a headphone jack, a microphone jack, two more USB 2.0 ports and a Ethernet. The total list of ports is very satisfying for a netbook.

Battery Life

Battery is the main feature of this netbook. Though it may sound crazy but it is true that the 1005 HA can deliver as much as eight hours of runtime under normal usage in power saver mode with its six cell battery. Under heavy usage expect it to run at least six hour with continous net surfing over WiFi in full bright screen. Unlike the Asus Eee PC 1008 HA, this battery is removable which means you can carry in an extra battery if you still need some extra life out of your system.

Pros

• Build quality is good for budget netbook
• Battery life is amazing
• Port Layout is good for a netbook

Cons

• Thick for a modern netbook
• Weak integrated graphics
• Bad touchpad buttons

It's selling at SGD688 locally in Singapore, and the price is 10% cheaper in Tebrau City, Johor.

Go Go Gadget Recycling!

How can my blog about gadgets not blog about recycling gadgets? Here is a post from washingtonpost.com.


Sunday, November 25, 2007

It's hard to imagine life without cellphones, computers and iPods. And as technology advances, so does the rate at which we buy gadgets just to keep up. While constantly upgrading your electronics is hard on the wallet, it's also harmful to the planet -- and possibly your health.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 1.5 million to 1.9 million tons of unwanted electronics (also called e-waste) was deposited in U.S. landfills in 2005. Not only is this a waste of resources, but these items contain hazardous chemicals and toxic metals such as flame retardants, arsenic, mercury and cadmium; an average of four pounds of lead is inside each cathode-ray tube TV and computer monitor. These chemicals can leach from landfills into drinking water reserves, or, if incinerated, they're released into the air.

Recycling is the obvious solution, but even it must be approached with caution. The Basel Action Network, a Seattle-based nonprofit organization that studies the global toxic waste trade, estimates that 50 to 80 percent of U.S. electronics set aside for recycling are smuggled to India and China, where environmental and health regulations for recycling are lax. A study by the Chinese Academy of Sciences published this year in the journal Environmental Science & Technology found that the air in Guiyu, a Chinese city that hosts many of the country's e-waste recycling facilities, has the highest documented levels of two toxic chemicals -- polychlorodibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs) and polychlorodibenzofurans (PCDFs) -- in the world.

Most municipalities have drop-off sites for household electronic waste, but these public services are often contracted out to private recyclers, which may or may not be reliable. If you choose this route -- or use a private recycling service directly -- do your homework and ask questions. "A reputable recycler can talk you through what happens to your electronics and provide references," says Elizabeth Wilmot, president of Turtle Wings, a Maryland-based e-waste recycling service. For a fee, Turtle Wings (1771 Olive St., Capitol Heights, 301-583-8399, http://www.turtlewings.com) will pick up from households; it also takes drop-offs at a lesser cost.

Some other e-waste recycling tips:

- If your goods are only a few years old and still work, see whether a school, charity or church could use them.

- Most electronic brands accept their own products for recycling, although you'll have to pack and ship the items yourself. "A company with a reputation is absolutely trustworthy," Wilmot says. "If you're a corporation, you're not going to be dumping monitors." The EPA's eCycling program lists Staples, Office Depot, Best Buy and Apple among its retail partners accepting household electronics. Most cellphone service providers accept used phones in their stores or via mail; check with your provider for details.

- The most effective long-term solution is for the gadgets themselves to get greener. Many electronics companies have pledged to reduce or eliminate toxic materials in their products, so as the eco-movement gains momentum, look for easily recyclable goods with longer life spans. In the meantime, be a green consumer: Don't replace your phone or TV just because a shinier, newer model is available. Stick with what you have for as long as it's useful.

New Template for my Blog

I have decided to change the layout template for my blog, to go green. =P
After hearing from the news a few days ago, I have started to post some recycling tips, and so on.
I've got the tips from other websites, and hope that by putting it on my blog, more people get to read them.
We need to save our Earth, and what we can start doing now is to reuse, reduce, and recycle. Recycling is an excellent way of saving energy and conserving the environment. Did you know that:

• 1 recycled tin can would save enough energy to power a television for 3 hours.
• 1 recycled glass bottle would save enough energy to power a computer for 25 minutes.
• 1 recycled plastic bottle would save enough energy to power a 60-watt light bulb for 3 hours.
• 70% less energy is required to recycle paper compared with making it from raw materials.

Let us do our part in saving our Earth for our next generation.

www.recycling-guide.org.uk

A large percentage of UK household's still do not recycle enough and throw everything that they consider 'rubbish' into their ordinary bin.

Much of this waste can be recycled and should be disposed of separately to general household waste. Look inside this rubbish bin to see how much of the contents should actually have been recycled.

Do visit here for more details.

Top Recyling Tips

1. First things first, a little R & R & R
The aphorism is so tired it almost might seem like “reduce, reuse, recycle” should go without saying. But in fact, most of us have only really heard the last third of the phrase, and they’re ranked in order of importance. Reducing the amount that we consume, and shifting our consumption to well-designed products and services, is the first step. Finding constructive uses for “waste” materials is next. And tossing it in the blue bin is last. (The garbage can is not on the list, for good reason.) Through a balance of these three principals you can easily see your landfill-destined waste dwindle fast. A good example of recycling is setting your empty water bottles in the bin on the curb. But by using a water filter and reusable container you can reduce or completely eliminate your need for disposable plastic bottles.

2. Know what you can and can't recycle
Read up on the recycling rules for your area and make sure you don't send anything in that can't be processed. Each city has its own specifics, so try to follow those guidelines as best you can.

3. Buy recycled
The essence of recycling is the cyclical movement of materials through the system, eliminating waste and the need to extract more virgin materials. Supporting recycling means feeding this loop by not only recycling, but also supporting recycled products. We can now find high recycled content in everything from printer paper to office chairs.

4. Encourage an artist
If you know someone interested in making art from recycled materials, offer to provide supplies. Many school children need items like paper towel tubes for art projects. Older artists use everything from rubber bands to oven doors. If you know someone who teaches art classes, suggest that an emphasis be put on making art from trash. While you're at it, remind them to use recycled paper and biodegradable, earth-friendly glues, paints, and pencils whenever possible. See below for inspiration and groups that connect artists and students with useful “trash.”

5. Recycle your water
If you're a homeowner, consider rearranging your plumbing so that rainwater or wastewater from your shower and tub is used to flush your toilet. If you have a garden, water it with leftover bathwater or dishwashing water (as long as you use a biodegradable soap). For more on water recycling see How to Go Green: Water.

6. Recycle your greenery
William McDonough and Michael Braungart, authors of the groundbreaking Cradle to Cradle, envision so-called “waste” divided into two categories: technical nutrients and biological nutrients. Biological nutrients are those that, at the end of their useful life, can safely and readily decompose and return to the soil. Composting is one of the simplest and most effective recycling methods. Both your garden cuttings and your green kitchen waste can go into an outdoor or indoor composter (with or without entertaining a population of worms). If you don't have a garden yourself, find neighbors or a community garden that can make use of your soil. Composting food scraps will mean your regular kitchen wastebasket fills up more slowly and also won’t smell. Hotter, more active compost heaps can also consume tougher stuff like newspaper and paper napkins. After Christmas, many cities also have programs for turning your tree into mulch.

7. Recycle your robots
Electronics recycling is becoming more common in many urban areas, battery recycling is ubiquitous (rechargeable batteries are ecologically sounder, but even they wear out after a while), and there are a number of non-profit organizations that will take computer parts and turn them into working computers for others. Companies like Ebay have also developed programs to help your electronics find new homes. Other groups will gladly recycle your cell phone or give it to a senior citizen, as even without a contract it can still make emergency calls. If you have a major appliance that doesn't work and you'd rather replace it than try to fix it, offer it to local repair shops, trade schools, or hobbyists to tinker with. Many cities now offer hazardous waste recycling days when they will take not only hazardous waste, but electronics.

8. Anticipate recycling
In addition to buying recycled goods, keep a keen eye out for recyclable goods. Whenever you purchase something packaged, think about how you can reuse the packaging, return it to a shipping store for reuse, or try to otherwise recycle it. If you get something likely to run down or wear out over time, such as an electronic component, give preference to the model that can be easily upgraded or cannibalized for parts so that you don't have to junk the whole thing if one part breaks. Products that are impossibly fused together are often called “monstrous hybrids” and are, while often cheaper up front, frequently unfixable and unrecyclable.

9. If you don’t love something, let it go
Lots of charities welcome your donations. Groups like Freecycle and Recycler's Exchange exist to help you get rid of useful objects that you just don't want to make use of. If you're in a Craigslist city, make use of the "free stuff" section. Give away clothes that don't fit, the boxes you used in your last house move, or scented soaps that don't appeal to your sensibilities. Make it a rule in your house that nothing useable goes in the trash until you've given the community a fair shot at it.

10. Become a waste-stream analyst
To better understand the kind of materials that enter and leave your home, office, or school, consider conducting a waste audit. Set a span of time like a week or a month, and separate your waste categories. Weigh the different kinds of material flows that go out the door (landfill waste, organic compost, aluminum, recyclable plastic, reusable material, etc.). Design a “material recovery” program that minimizes the amount going to the landfill. This is a great exercise to do with kids but can be very convincing to corporate higher-ups, too, especially since most companies pay to have their trash hauled away and can get money for recycled paper, containers, toner cartridges, corrugated cardboard, and such.

十月一天

时间过得真快...

又到了新的月份了...

十月...

十月也是考试月...

面对两大考试压力的我...

怎么会有时间写博客呢！

总平均的分数也陆续的...

算出来了...

10月7日拿总平均和毕业证书....

当天应该很紧张吧！

不过还是担心考试比较好...

我怕因为要考试...

这十月的博客会一个字都没写到...

顺便看斗罗大陆...

感觉上最近还是没什么有读书的感觉...

不过还是有读啦！

总觉得这些考试似乎

很简单似的...

我班的科学老师在上个星期六就走了

她当天才告诉我们...

而且还在班上哭呢！

她说家里有事不能教了...

就是这句而已...

星期一新的老师没来...

星期二终于来了...

就算没来...

也改变不多吧！

不到一个星期就垂直记录了...

过后UEC公司...

听骆老师说...

她在中华毕业的...

我感觉不像是...

不理了...

考好来就算了...

管那么多干嘛！