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The Euro has ended bitterly for us, the Deutschland fans. There’s no trophy yet for this decade. Watched the game at Souled Out, Hartamas with Mel, Daniel Franklin and his colleagues. There were actually two Germans in our crowd and I think we’re the only Germany fans there.

The thing is everyone else are rooting for Spain and the environment is like Germany vs The Rest of Europe. All this while, there’s never a big crowd of fans for Spain or did you know of anyone who’s supporting Spain for years and very hardcore at it? I don’t think you’ve seen such a person here… and yesterday everyone went into the Spanish camp. Man… what is this joke…. Yeah.. I admit the Spanish outplayed the Germans and they deserved a win. Being No. 2 in Europe is not bad either. Look where’s all the sissy Italians and overrated Englishmen. Lucky England did not make it !!! Thanks Israel.

They actually came there with flags…. they were shouting in German and Daniel spewed profanity like no body’s business when our team looses ball possession, fouled, someone’s not booked for acting etc…. even Liverpool team was not spared. On the far left is Stefan and I forgot the one sitting next to Daniel.

Dan, is his name Ugur or something?

After the match, it is normal to see this. Mel couldn’t help but to take pictures. Well, this is football. Anything can happen. At least we stick to our beloved team through thick and thin and not switch camp like what the others did. I can bet there were many fans of teams which were knocked out by Germany in Euro, and the England crowd. I bet. I didn’t see anyone wearing a Spanish shirt…. but true fan will wear their official shirt or colour in a Final game. What a pathetic fans crowd of the spanish team here in Malaysia.

Deutschland, we will prove to the world in South Africa.

Wien ist das Ziel unserer Reise

PETALING JAYA (JUNE 26, 2008): The Federal Territory and Selangor Automobile Repairers Association has announced a 30% increase in charges, effective next month.

Citing inflationary pressure as the main reason, association chairman Datuk Ho Yoon Ping said the increase covers all types of repair works. As for spare parts and materials used for repairs, he said workshops will charge according to market prices.

“Apart from a 35% to 45% increase in materials for spraying and paint works in 2002, the charges for other repair works have not been adjusted for the last 11 years,” said Ho, in justifying the hike.

He also explained that inflationary pressure is forcing mechanics and apprentices to demand a 30% raise in their salary.

“As such, it is not unreasonable for us to increase our charges by a similar quantum,” he said.

Apart from repair works, he said the charges for towing and insurance claims have also been increased.

He said he will direct some 900 members of the association to display the new list of charges prominently in their premises, and would makesure that the increases do not exceed 30%.

Mindful that cars have become a necessity rather than a luxury for motorists, he hoped the hike will not hurt them too much.

Source: http://www.sun2surf.com/article.cfm?id=23544  by Kong See Hoh

I don’t know if Astro have good quality live telecast feed. I am watching the game live on ntv7 and its been twice the feed was broken.

It was 1-1 when the feed was broken. Then, the blokes on tv were talking about the foul on Philip Lahm that could’ve been a penalty.

Then, the blokes mentioned Klose scored. Its 2-1. And when the feed was back up…. it was already 2-2…. which i heard to be a blunder by German defence. Eh… i was also in a shock.

Then…. Philip Lahm scored. That was a superb goal. The final score is 3-2.

Germany is in the Euro 2008 Final !!!

I was awaken by the Handphonetron transforming sound. An sms from Daniel Franklin informing me the first goal of the Portugal-beating bash. I was a bit in a “hangover” condition and was a bit tired and thought of leaving it to fate for Germany to progress on to the semi-final. In short, I was a bit sleepy and reluctant to get up.

I was back to slumber and not more than 4-5 minutes later, came another sms. Second goal was scored in just a few minutes after the first goal. I was a bit moved and couldn’t sleep already. Quickly switched on the TV and to my dismay, there’s no live telecast on free tv. Arrgh. Then came another sms telling me I’m missing a good game. That’s it.

I quickly donned my Germany shirt and rushed to the nearest mamak. It was half time and I was managed to catch a glimpse of Sherby Singh. Hooray. Ordered hot Milo and tosai.

Watching football alone can sometime be very boring but for an important match, I’ve got no choice. Glad my sacrifice of staying up is not wasted. Its been a while since I woke up in the middle of the nite to watch football. Seriously.

Dealing with pressure has never really been a problem for the German national team, which is just as well given their status as tournament favourites going into the 2008 European Championships.

A quick glance at the record books reveals that Germany boast one of the richest and most successful footballing heritages in the game, both before and after reunification in October 1990.

West Germany have won the World Cup three times in (1954, 1974 and 1990) and finished as runners-up three times (1966, 1982 and 1986), they won the European Championships twice (1972 and 1980) and finished as runners-up (1976). Since reunification Germany have finished as European Championship runners-up in 1992, won the tournament in 1996 and finished as World Cup runners-up in 2002.

Add into the equation a third place finish at the 2006 World Cup, a tournament they hosted, plus a reputation for meticulous preparation and it is easy to understand why the Germans exude confidence despite consistently high expectations.

Germany established their credentials as leading Euro 2008 contenders with their impressive World Cup performance, but by the time they became the first team to qualify for the European Championships their status was duly upgraded to that of favourites to lift the Henri Delaunay Trophy on June 29th.

However, that is not say Germany’s qualification was not without its slip-ups.

Read the rest of the article here.

Was in Ipoh with szer and her parents (ditched by the old folks for they have their own activities) for the weekend and had a fair share of eating. Even roamed in style on a German marque…. the old Beetle. However, its air conditioning was a bit shitty and we have to rely on the window air scoop. Nevertheless, it was fun driving the Hitler’s brainchild.

We shopped at Jaya Jusco for the whole afternoon because we dare not go anywhere under the scorching sun and the faulty air conditioning of the Beetle. Bought these kiddo shirts for the kids, Babybandit and Aaron… hoping they will join me and the rest of the world in supporting the Mannschaft.

Of course the one with “Deutschland” imprinted is mine and just for illustration purposes of this post.

I wonder you all realise it or not, cost of things really gone up after the recent fuel hike. Today went to this restaurant near my place which I always frequent with my family. Ordered a “koo lou yuk fan” (sweet and sour pork rice).

When the dish was served, I was so surprised with the portion of the meat. Not only it is small in pieces… it was just 5-6 pieces. I asked the lady boss and she said “no lah, normally also like that what…”.

Man, I’m pissed. We’re still paying RM 5.00 for a plate of rice like before the fuel hike….. what we get is smaller portion now. Smart ass. Arrgh.

Win 2-0 over Poland….a good start for the  Cup victory.

Ok, i don’t know if you realise it but this afternoon I was driving in the scorching sun and suddenly Amber Chia was heard in a Mix.fm radio advert endorsing Pensonic electrical goods. Yeah… she’s a very beautiful model but just leave that to the TV or print media. Her good look is just for the TV and print media an NOT radio where voice and speech is a major concern because I heard the supposed word “vibrant” from her became “viblant” !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wonder if I was a bit sleepy at that time and all the noise from outside the car interfered with my hearing…. I don’t mind heavy indian, malay or chinese accent in ads but not vibrant replaced with viblant. I just cannot accept it. Arrghh. Hope I can hear that ad again to confirm if she said that “viblant” word.

Hope they are not gonna get David Beckham to endorse dustbin or electric shavers on air in the future. You all know how he sounds like.

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi on Wednesday announced price hikes for petrol, diesel and electricity.

He said the new price for petrol is RM2.70 a litre, effective midnight tonight. The price goes up by 78sen from the current RM1.92, a hike of 40%.

Abdullah also announced that the price of diesel would be increased by RM1 from RM1.58 to RM2.58.

He also said that Tenaga Nasional Bhd would be raising electricity rates by 18% for homes and 26% for business users.

The announcements are part of the new fuel subsidy plan.

Abdullah also announced a RM625 annual cash rebate per vehicle, for owners of private vehicles with engine capacities of up to 2,000cc, as well as pickup trucks and jeeps with engine capacities of up to 2,500cc.

Owners of private motorcycles with engine capacities of up to 250cc will receive RM150.

Payment will be made via Money Order upon renewal of road tax, from July 1 2008.

For owners of private vehicles with engine capacities exceeding 2000cc, road tax will be reduced by RM200.

Owners of private motorcycles with engine capacities above 250 cc will get RM50 reduction in road tax.

The air is getting polluted these days. Everyone seems like getting cough, flu or hay fever. So, I think I should invest in some good air cleaners or air purifier if you want to put it that way. One for the living room, one for the room, kitchen and bathroom. I should get one to be used in my car too. There are 6 types of air purifier such as HEPA, ultraviolet, ionic, carbon airfilter and electrostatic precipitators.

There are many kinds of air cleaners available but I think each one has its own pro and cons. Each air cleaner operates differently and would be good if used together with other to provide the most optimum air purifying.