Despite it having some religious and moral undertones (there are many who see it is a religious movie), Ayat Ayat Cinta is first and foremost a love story which happens to be set in an Islamic environment. And what a beautiful love story it is. I was utterly taken by the cinematography, the storyline, and most of all, by the cast. If you haven't been to watch it, don't let the mushy title fool you. This is a gem of a movie in my book. So go watch it and tell me what you think!

This hauntingly beautiful theme song was the icing on the cake...

My deepest condolences go to the families of the victims of yesterday's
unfortunate incident in town. AL-FATIHAH.

These days, most of my sunset shoots involve couples very much in love, about to be or newly married, and I needed a break from that so yesterday, on a spur of the moment, da fam and I headed to the Jerudong fish markets to catch the happenings there. It was a nice little outing and at the same time, we got some fresh fish as well!

I lived most of my early life next to the sea... sometimes I miss the smell of the ocean

Sunsets by the sea always bring out a sea of emotions...

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A couple of days ago, Brunei's Authority for Info-communications Technology Industry (AITI) hosted a two-day event for the Multimedia Development Corporation (MDEC) and more than 20 other MSC status companies from Malaysia.

In his speech during the opening ceremony, AITI's Chief Executive Pg Hj Mohd Zain Pg Hj Abd Razak said that the ICT industry plays a very important role in the national economic development of many countries, particularly towards achieving a more knowledge-based economy.

More here, here, and here. Pics by my buddy Hamzah aka Cointosser unless otherwise marked :). Tks bro!

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