The paper first divides the stages of being a transsexual into three namely: the pre-transsexual, the transsexual and post-transsexual periods (the last stage is applicable only to a transsexual who has abandoned his transsexual status). The paper focuses on the first stage i.e. the stage before someone develops into a full-blown transsexual. The d

A preparation and modification of activated carbon from oil-palm shell has been investigated in this paper. A pretreatment method has been established to avoid partial fusion and swelling in the carbonization stage. Carbonization has been studied at different temperatures and the structure of the microporous chars has been characterized. Activated

Oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) leaf extract (OPLE) possesses good ex vivo vasodilation and antioxidant properties. This study evaluated the catechin-rich OPLE antioxidant, antihypertensive, and cardiovascular effects in normal and nitric oxide (NO)–deficient hypertensive rats. OPLE was administered orally (500 mg=kg of body weight=day) to normotens

Garlic has been a favorite additive in food for many years in various cultures. It is known that garlic (Allium sativum) possesses antimicrobial, antiprotozoal, antimutagenic, antiplatelet and antihyperlipidemic properties. Allicin, a thiosulfinate extract of garlic, has been presumed to be a very strong antioxidant. High performance liquid chromat

This article discusses the need for the formulation of an online family dispute resolution management framework in Malaysia. One of the main reasons is that young married couples need assistance to resolve challenges that they faced in their marriage. Researches have shown that the first five years is the most difficult period in a marriage. An ini

The art and craft of traditional Malay woodcarving may be forgotten by modern generation and consequently would gradually become one of an extinct craft in Malaysia if lack of effort in saving its legacy. This paper aims to uncover the art and craft heritage of traditional woodcarving and its visual attributes and craftsmanship in the works of a ma

The urbanization has significant effects on watershed hydrology and the quality of water in this catchment. One component of water quality is total suspended solids (TSS) which a significant part of physical and degradation and a good indicator of other pollutants on the surface of sediment in suspension. The purpose of this study is to investigate

Free Space Optics is the concept of transmitting very high bandwidth information using the optical beam from one point to another through the atmosphere. This technology offers various advantages to both telecommunication users and providers. It provides a high data rates up to several Gbps, has immunity to radio frequency interferences, requires n

Modern sociology is basically the product of the Western tradition despite some direct and indirect contributions of other traditions including the Islamic one to the evolution of such an organized body of sociological knowledge. Modern Western tradition, culture and civilization are known to be secular in essence and outlook. Being secular in many

Occasionally, if not often than not, the Landlord will by hook or by crook discover that his tenant is guilty of meter tampering to evade paying the prescribed rate amount of his electricity usage to the power provider (licensee). Though meter tampering is an offence, as far as the tenancy agreement is concerned, the tenant may have breached the co