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The Sun
a day ago
- General
- The Sun
Newly married M'sian vents about paying all the bills
A newlywed man's anonymous complaint about shouldering all household expenses has gone viral — triggering a firestorm of opinions on X (formerly Twitter) over marital expectations and financial expectations. In a post shared by user @meinmokhtar, the man questioned whether it was normal for one partner — in this case, himself — to shoulder all financial responsibilities. 'Hi bro, I just got married. Is it normal for all the financial commitments to fall on me? 'My wife doesn't help at all. I understand my responsibilities and providing nafkah (maintenance), but what about other things like Coway, Cuckoo bills, electricity — can't she help even a little?' He then admitted that his single life was better. 'Marriage like this is painful. Being single was better.' ALSO READ: M'sian earning RM1.7k shares how her husband earning RM7k insist on splitting living costs, utilities The post has since garnered over 61,000 views, with netizens quick to weigh in — some offering advice, others not holding back their judgment. @bailikan advised the man to reassess his spending: 'You're the head of the house — decide what's necessary. Cancel Cuckoo, buy mineral water. Pay for what's essential and limit the rest.' @not_fiz echoed the sentiment: 'Cut out anything that feels like a burden. If your wife insists on keeping it, ask her to pay.' @noneednamehere: 'You're a husband, but acting foolish. Talk to your wife — why are you ranting here on X? If you can't afford it, why were you so eager to get married? Whatever it is, it's still 100% your responsibility. If you want her to help, talk about it properly — don't go gossiping online.' READ MORE: Wife laments husband's RM30k salary, RM18k monthly loans Some users shared personal experiences to highlight the importance of planning and communication before marriage. @Finie_Asif wrote: 'If you can afford everything, just pay. If not, and you have no savings, then sit down and talk to your wife. Didn't you both discuss this before marriage? My husband started with a salary of RM2.8k and paid for everything. We even lived with his mum for 1.5 years to save up for a house.'
The Sun
a day ago
- General
- The Sun
Newly married Malaysian complains about shouldering all household bills
A newlywed man's anonymous complaint about shouldering all household expenses has gone viral — triggering a firestorm of opinions on X (formerly Twitter) over marital expectations and financial expectations. In a post shared by user @meinmokhtar, the man questioned whether it was normal for one partner — in this case, himself — to shoulder all financial responsibilities. 'Hi bro, I just got married. Is it normal for all the financial commitments to fall on me? 'My wife doesn't help at all. I understand my responsibilities and providing nafkah (maintenance), but what about other things like Coway, Cuckoo bills, electricity — can't she help even a little?' He then admitted that his single life was better. 'Marriage like this is painful. Being single was better.' ALSO READ: M'sian earning RM1.7k shares how her husband earning RM7k insist on splitting living costs, utilities The post has since garnered over 61,000 views, with netizens quick to weigh in — some offering advice, others not holding back their judgment. @bailikan advised the man to reassess his spending: 'You're the head of the house — decide what's necessary. Cancel Cuckoo, buy mineral water. Pay for what's essential and limit the rest.' @not_fiz echoed the sentiment: 'Cut out anything that feels like a burden. If your wife insists on keeping it, ask her to pay.' @noneednamehere: 'You're a husband, but acting foolish. Talk to your wife — why are you ranting here on X? If you can't afford it, why were you so eager to get married? Whatever it is, it's still 100% your responsibility. If you want her to help, talk about it properly — don't go gossiping online.' Some users shared personal experiences to highlight the importance of planning and communication before marriage. @Finie_Asif wrote: 'If you can afford everything, just pay. If not, and you have no savings, then sit down and talk to your wife. Didn't you both discuss this before marriage? My husband started with a salary of RM2.8k and paid for everything. We even lived with his mum for 1.5 years to save up for a house.'
Bangkok Post
a day ago
- Business
- Bangkok Post
Coway Boosts Thai Red Cross with Health Support
Bangkok, July 30, 2025 – Coway (Thailand) Co., Ltd., the leading water and air purifier brand from South Korea, has reinforced its commitment to the health and well-being of Thai communities by establishing a dedicated service booth at the National Blood Service Centre of the Thai Red Cross Society. The booth provides clean drinking water, tissues, and ready-to-eat meals for daily blood donors, offering comfort and care to those supporting a vital public service. The launch was attended by Mr Kiryong Choi, Chief Executive Officer of Coway (Thailand) Co., Ltd., and Ms Piyanun Kumkrong, Assistant Director of Blood Procurement and Corporate Image at the National Blood Centre, Thai Red Cross Society. As part of the initiative, Coway also donated three high-performance Coway Giant air purifiers to improve indoor air quality in donor service areas and staff workspaces. This contribution aims to support a cleaner, safer environment for both the public and healthcare professionals, enhancing the overall donor experience while aligning with the Thai Red Cross Society's critical mission. 'Coway is dedicated to improving the lives of Thai people not only through our premium health products but also through meaningful community initiatives that create a lasting impact,' said Mr Kiryong Choi. 'This is especially important in times of challenge or crisis. Today's contribution reflects our commitment to public health and to helping Thai society grow stronger.' The initiative aligns with Coway's 'Best Life Solution Company' vision, which strives to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being in a sustainable and holistic manner. Through ongoing partnerships with Thailand's public and private sectors, Coway continues to support the country's healthcare infrastructure. The company also plans to expand its community outreach efforts, reinforcing its mission to conduct business while actively improving lives.
Daily Express
25-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Water filter refund claim thrown out
Published on: Friday, July 25, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 25, 2025 By: Crystal E Hermenegildus Text Size: The Tribunal accepted the respondent's position and noted that the Claimant had fully utilised the product since 2016, and had received all the agreed maintenance services up to this point. Kota Kinabalu: The Consumer Claims Tribunal has dismissed a claim by a man seeking continued maintenance or a full refund for a water filter that has since been discontinued by the manufacturer. Tribunal President Salmi Zalinah Abdul Rahim ruled that the manufacturer, Coway Malaysia Sdn Bhd, was not contractually obligated to continue servicing the product beyond the stated service period, especially after production and spare parts had ceased. The Claimant had purchased a Coway Villaem water filter on December 23, 2016, under a five-year instalment plan with monthly payments of RM125. After completing his payment contract, he continued subscribing to annual maintenance services, paying RM693 per year until the agreed maintenance period expiry on March 31, 2025. However, the claimant was informed by Coway that the periodic maintenance service for his unit would no longer be available after that date, as the Villaem model and its replacement parts were no longer in production. Dissatisfied, he filed a claim demanding either: the respondent continue the maintenance service for his existing unit, or the Respondent Coway refund him the full price of the water filter and accept its return so that he could purchase a new one. In response, Coway informed the Tribunal that the Villaem model had been discontinued since September 6, 2019, and spare parts would only be supplied while stocks lasted. It explained that the model had been replaced with the Villaem II in March 2019, and more recently by the Villaem III in December 2024. The respondent also referred to the terms and conditions of its Service Application Membership Form, which states that while it will make 'best effort' attempts to continue maintenance services after discontinuing a product, it is under no obligation to do so beyond a reasonable period, and customers are not entitled to damages or compensation if services cannot be sustained. The Tribunal accepted the respondent's position and noted that the Claimant had fully utilised the product since 2016, and had received all the agreed maintenance services up to this point. In her ruling, Salmi said it would not be reasonable for the Claimant to expect a full refund for a product that had been used extensively over a number of years. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
WIRED
19-07-2025
- WIRED
Coway's New Tabletop Air Purifier Is Effective and Affordable
I've been on the air quality beat for a while here at WIRED, and I often make the argument that consumers should go big when it comes to indoor air, as a larger fan and filter surface area produce a quieter and more powerful air purifier. However, if ever there were a fun-sized air purifier that punches above its weight (all 5 pounds of it), it's the latest from air powerhouse Coway, the Airmega 50. Standing just over a foot tall, the Airmega 50 was just launched in June and is an addition to the growing tabletop air purifier space—a mini-me to the brand's Airmega 100. The Airmega 50 has many of the features of Coway's larger and more expensive models, and at just under $80, it's one of the cheapest Coway air purifiers to date. I understand the desire to have an easy-to-carry tabletop-sized air purifier, but can they really clean the air effectively? For many, those proplike purifiers create a fool's paradise. I tested the Airmega 50 with an air quality monitor to see if it was up to the job of purifying the air in my 100-square-foot bedroom. Small Packages Photograph: Lisa Wood Shapiro When purchasing a tiny-footprint air cleaning appliance, one needs to know the area of the room it will be cleaning. That means you're measuring the length and multiplying it by the width. Coway claims the Airmega 50 can exchange the air in a 500-square-foot room once an hour. According to the CDC, consumers should aim for five or more air changes per hour (ACH). Following the CDC recommendation, the Airmega can effectively clean the air in a 100-square-foot space five times an hour. That's about half the size of the average college dorm room. Living in New York City, I've seen nurseries, home and corporate offices, Harry Potter under-the-stairs-sized bedrooms, and walk-in closets turned into dens that are around 100 square feet. If any of those descriptions match spaces in your home or at work, then the Airmega 50 is an inexpensive solution to mitigate bad air. Airmega 50's cylindrical design pulls in air from all sides. To achieve the ideal air exchange per hour, small air purifiers crank the fan. And more often than not, smaller does not mean quieter, though in the case of the Airmega 50, its highest setting came in at around 60 decibels on my Toptes Sound Level Meter, similar to the hum of a refrigerator. And while most white-noise machines are somewhere between 50 and 70 decibels, I found the Airmega 50's highest setting to be too loud for nighttime. Its sleep mode turns off its indicator light and reduces the fan to its lowest and quietest setting. An air purifier's sleep mode is when the purifier becomes a less effective version of itself, and the Airmega 50 is no exception. Users have the option to turn off the indicator lights and turn on the nightlight mode. I prefer the lights off, but when my kids were little, I would have utilized the night light mode. Size Matters Photograph: Lisa Wood Shapiro The Airmega 50 has many of the features that make Coway air purifiers a long-term WIRED favorite. For those with pets and young children, the control panel lock is a must. There is also a much-appreciated filter replacement indicator light, plus an eight-month filter life expectancy. Unlike some of the larger Coway models that have a variety of bespoke air filters, including ones specifically made for pet owners, allergy sufferers, and intense smoke, the Airmega 50 currently has only one option, for $30.
