Ameera Khan says people mistaken her race as Malay
The model, who spoke about her race in a recent TikTok live, said that she is Arab from her mum Noor Kartini's side and Pakistani from her father Abdul Halim Khan's side, which makes her a non-Malay.
"But I was born and raised in Malaysia, I can speak Malay and Kelantanese as well. If I can't speak Malay, you can just slap me," she said.
Ameera said that she would usually just admit to being Malay to make it much easier for her.
"It's not that I don't want to admit it, but my parents don't have Malay blood. It's just that nowadays, I will only answer yes when people ask me such. If I say no, people judge me. So, I'm like yes. Say yes," she said.
(Photo Source: Ameera IG, Media Hiburan)
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New York Post
20 minutes ago
- New York Post
Warning over viral Nicki Minaj high heel challenge — physical therapist reveals 3 steps to avoid getting hurt
Strike a pose and… try not to eat pavement? TikTok is teetering on the edge thanks to the 'Nicki Minaj Challenge,' a viral trend that's got users strapping on stilettos and trying to defy gravity. Some pull it off. Others end up with ice packs and bruised egos. 9 TikTokers are doing the 'Nicki Minaj challenge,' balancing on one foot while squatting in heels. @albavukaj / TikTok 9 The trend — which ha some truly impressive videos — has racked up millions of views on TikTok. @sugarspicedelightsbakery, / TikTok The stunt harks back to Minaj's 2013 music video for her song 'High School,' in which she can be seen perched poolside in sky-high heels, crouching down low with one leg crossed over the other. Now, TikTokers are taking the iconic stance to new extremes, striking it while balancing on traffic cones, champagne towers, garden hoes and even surfboards mid-wave. But not everyone is sticking the landing. In a clip with more than 15.5 million views, creator Ashley Raye attempts the pose atop a stack of dumbbells — only to topple over and land flat on her behind. 'The Nicki Minaj Challenge is a fun and impressive way to show off balance and coordination, but don't forget safety!' Morgan Gagnon, a physical therapist with the Hospital for Special Surgery at Naples Comprehensive Health, told The Post. 'While it's great for building flexibility and strength, attempting it without proper technique or awareness can lead to injury,' she warned. Want to attempt the 'Nicki Minaj Challenge' without winding up in urgent care? Gagnon shared three key steps to prep your body so you can serve the pose without the pain. 9 Minaj's 'High School' music video inspired the gravity-defying TikTok trend #1 Master your balance Don't bust out the heels just yet. 'Start with the basics and progress only when you feel stable and confident,' Gagnon said. First, stand on one leg in bare feet or sneakers. If that feels easy, level up to a single-leg squat. Once you're ready for a bigger challenge, balance on one leg on an unstable surface or in heels. 'Finally, if your balance is solid, attempt a single-leg squat on an unstable surface or in heels,' Gagnon advised. 9 The challenge can show off your core strength and balance. @iamashleyraye / TikTok 9 But it can also lead to injury if you aren't careful. @iamashleyraye / TikTok #2 Stretch like you mean it Limber up — your muscles will thank you. Gagnon recommends doing a few key stretches before attempting the challenge. First, the seated figure four stretch: sit with your feet flat on the floor, cross one ankle over the opposite knee, and gently lean forward to feel a stretch in your hip and glute. Be sure to repeat on the other side. 9 The pose resembles a single-leg squat with one leg crossed over the other. @tbhskincare / TikTok 9 In each, users are wearing tall high heels. @wandertheblue / TikTok Next, try the standing figure four stretch: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, lift your right foot and rest your ankle on your left thigh, then slowly bend your left knee and lower your hips as if sitting back into a chair. Again, switch sides. Finally, quad stretches help loosen up your thighs. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, bend one knee and bring your foot up toward your butt, then reach back to grasp your foot or ankle, gently pulling it until you feel a stretch along the front of your thigh. Don't forget to switch legs. #3 Activate your muscles 'This pose requires strong core and lower body muscles, as well as proximal stability,' Gagnon explained. To build strength, she recommends starting with bridges: lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat, then lift your hips while squeezing your glutes. Once you're comfortable with that, try single-leg bridges to push your balance and strength to the next level. Squats are another great way to build muscle for this pose. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, bend your knees, and lower your hips as if sitting back, keeping your chest up and knees behind your toes. 9 'The Nicki Minaj Challenge is a fun and impressive way to show off balance and coordination, but don't forget safety!' Morgan Gagnon told The Post. @sydneyplumberchick / TikTok 9 'While it's great for building flexibility and strength, attempting it without proper technique or awareness can lead to injury,' she warned. @benblue01 / TikTok Gagnon also suggested calf raises to strengthen your lower legs. Stand with feet hip-width apart, lift your heels slowly until you're balancing on the balls of your feet, hold briefly, then lower back down. To activate your core, try lower plank holds. Get into a plank position on your forearms with your body in a straight line from head to heels. Hold this position, keeping your abs tight and hips level to build endurance and stability. 'Stay smart and strong!' Gagnon said.
New York Post
an hour ago
- New York Post
Angry mom blasts ‘wild' giant octopus attack on child at aquarium: ‘I'm about to become a menace'
Something's more than a little fishy at this aquarium. Britney Taryn took her 6-year-old son, Leo, who loves animals and sea life, to the San Antonio Aquarium, where the family members are regulars, last month. But after a giant Pacific octopus in a touch tank latched onto her child, she likely won't be back anytime soon. The octopus was stuck on the boy for five minutes, and according to Taryn, it took three employees to free him. After the ordeal, he was left with mini suction cup-shaped bruises up the entirety of his arm, reaching up to his shoulder. When she shared the experience — and the aquarium's alleged lack of communication with her after the fact — on her TikTok account, @britneytaryn, viewers were left shocked by the whole affair. @britneytaryn My son has visited the same octopus every week for 3 years. She always loved him until today, when she tried to pull him into the tank. It took 3 aquarium employees to get her off. Was it affection? Recognition? Or something more dangerous? We thought it was a sweet animal bond… until it left bruises. And when we walked back later, she changed color the second she saw him. 🎥 Watch til the end. 💬 Tell me: Was this love or a warning sign? 🧠 Octopus experts, weigh in. #Octopus #AquariumStory #AnimalBondGoneWrong #OctopusBehavior #SeaLife #AnimalInstinct #MarineBiology #ParentingTikTok ♬ original sound – Britney Taryn 'I'm about to become a menace,' she said in the video, referring to the aquarium's reportedly lackluster response in which an employee said the intense suction was just 'octopus kisses' — and clarified that although the species is venomous, they rarely bite. 'Why in the hell would [a giant pacific octopus] be in a touch tank?' wondered one commenter under Taryn's video. Taryn clarified that despite the 'wild' attack, she's not looking for a Harambe-level response, but she did say that she doesn't 'think it's safe for children, especially when unsupervised by staff' — and she was far from the only one. The employee says in the video that the cephalopods are so strong, they can move objects — or people, evidently — up to 700 pounds. Viewers said that she looked 'anxious' trying to get the animal off of her arm, and suggested that it would easily be able to pull a child into the tank, leading to potential injury or drowning. Britney Taryn shows the injuries suffered by her 6-year-old son, Leo, at the aquarium. tiktok/@britneytaryn Others pointed out that octopi are highly intelligent and likely recognized the child. 'Aren't they really smart? Maybe she remembers him and missed him? Doesn't seem like she was trying to harm him,' one user commented under another video. 'Shouldn't be in a touch tank, end of story. It's not an animal that should be allowed to be touched or allowed to touch anyone. It's a safety issue for the animal and people involved, especially a child,' one commenter agreed. Local viewers chimed in, adding that the aquarium is owned by Christy Covino, the wife of convicted wildlife trafficker Ammon Covino, who owned other controversial animal attractions. The octo-attack incident occurred at the same aquarium where thieves snatched a shark in broad daylight back in 2018. A San Antonio Aquarium worker interacts with an octopus in a tank. tiktok/@sanantonio_aquarium The bandits made off with the 1½-foot horn shark and smuggled it out of the venue by disguising it as a baby in a stroller — and staff didn't notice the little bundle of joy, named Ms. Helen, was missing until 45 minutes later. After several days, Ms. Helen was found alive and was later returned to the aquarium. 'Luckily, the thief was someone who knew what he was doing,' Leon Valley Police Chief Joseph Salvaggio told local news station KABB TV, and aquarium officials agreed that it was 'thriving' while living life in the outside world.
New York Post
2 hours ago
- New York Post
Fugly ‘foot condom' toe shoes are back — with celebs, fashionistas stepping into the tacky tootsie trend: ‘Everyone laughs'
After toeing the line for years, the world's most controversial shoe has found its footing — and that's quite a feat. What was once considered the most reviled footwear on the planet is now strutting down runways and racking up waitlists. 4 The world's most controversial shoe has found its footing, Getty Images The Vibram FiveFingers shoe — a glove-like creation with individual slots for each toe — has been deemed the shoe of the summer, despite sparking visceral reactions ranging from laughter to full-blown disgust. Originally launched in 2006 by Italian sport and mountaineering brand Vibram for barefoot running purists, the FiveFingers were designed to mimic the natural movement of the foot. Enthusiasts claimed benefits like improved posture, stronger foot muscles, and better balance. They first gained traction with athletes and outdoor enthusiasts, and quickly became fashion's favorite punching bag. Celebs like Prince Harry, Kate Hudson, and Scarlett Johansson were seen in them over a decade ago. Described by critics as 'foot condoms' and 'the most embarrassing footwear ever made,' the shoes remained firmly outside the style mainstream — until now. This summer, the shoes are selling out worldwide, gracing Vogue spreads, TikTok and runways. 4 The Vibram FiveFingers shoe — a glove-like creation with individual slots for each toe — has been deemed the shoe of the summer, despite sparking visceral reactions ranging from laughter to full-blown disgust. Getty Images They've recently been spotted on fashion-forward celebrities like BLACKPINK's Jennie Kim, model Paloma Elsesser and rapper Doechii; the once-ridiculed shoes are suddenly a hot commodity. Influencers are desperate to find a pair, with some scouring resale sites for months. Several styles are now sold out globally, priced between $100 and $200. Also known as barefoot shoes, the style is now being sold by Margiela Tabis, Balenciaga Crocs, and JNCO jeans. 4 Originally launched in 2006 by Italian sport and mountaineering brand Vibram for barefoot running purists, the FiveFingers were designed to mimic the natural movement of the foot. @melinaft / TikTok According to secondhand platform Depop, searches for 'barefoot toe shoes' have risen 205% this year, with demand for Vibrams specifically spiking by 296% since April. On TikTok, the shoes have become a viral phenomenon. London-based fashion advisor Emma Hope posted a TikTok video of herself riding the Tube in her pair, captioned: 'POV: people on the Tube are laughing at your freaky toe shoes.' Fashion influencer Abby Walker shared a TikTok video of herself dancing around in her shoes — only to whine, 'everyone laughs at my shoes.' Although most people on the app seem to love the accessory, someone commented that they are 'actually the hottest shoes rn,' on a TikTok video of @daisypyo styling her pair. 'Idk what it is but these feel like the mostttt cutie feminine shoe, but they are always sold out,' someone else commented on a similar video of @melinaft styling her pink pair. But the FiveFingers aren't for the faint of heart. One commuter, who goes by @feriliketheboat on TikTok, recorded a fellow passenger wearing them on the London Underground, saying, 'No, this is not acceptable on public transport. Oh my God, they're your toes. Oh, I'm going to throw up. No, get them off.' 4 Described by critics as 'foot condoms' and 'the most embarrassing footwear ever made,' the shoes remained firmly outside the style mainstream — until now. @lucymarygrace / TikTok Another TikTok user, Georgia, complained about constantly having to explain her footwear: 'Every time I wear them, I have to talk to someone about them. It's like I have to give therapy to make people okay with my shoes.' Despite the backlash, support for the shoes is growing. Enthusiasts argue that toe shoes are simply ahead of their time — and maybe always were. Celebs like Prince Harry, Kate Hudson, and Scarlett Johansson were seen in them over a decade ago. Today, it seems the FiveFingers are finally having their moment as part of the broader 'footnaissance.' The resurgence of foot-forward fashion is undeniable — British Vogue even declared in 2023 that 'toes are the new legs.' The broader cultural shift toward unconventional footwear — from Maison Margiela's tabi boots to Nike's split-toe Air Rifts — has helped normalize previously taboo silhouettes. Ballet flats and flip-flops have also walked into the fashion world. So whether you find them fascinating or nauseating, toe shoes have officially stepped into the spotlight.
