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Over 16,000 Malaysians walked a total of 1,165,879 miles this World Heart Month for the NESTLÉ OMEGA PLUS Walk A Million Miles event. The success of the month-long virtual event saw NESTLÉ OMEGA PLUS fulfil its pledge to donate RM100,000 to Yayasan Jantung Malaysia (YJM) and Institut Jantung Negara (IJN) Foundation.    NESTLÉ OMEGA PLUS Walk A Million Miles cheque giving ceremony. From left to right: Yang Amat Berbahagia Toh Puan Dato’ Seri Dr. Hajjah Aishah Ong, Chairman, Institut Jantung Negara Foundation; Encik Fakhrulrazi Muhthar, Senior Executive, Institut Jantung Negara Foundation; Juan Aranols, Chief Executive Officer, Nestlé (Malaysia) Berhad; Lam Pui Yuee, Business Executive Officer, Milks Business Unit, Nestlé (Malaysia) Berhad; Dato Dr. Aljafri bin Abdul Majid, HON. Treasurer, Yayasan Jantung Malaysia; Puan Hjh Ainon Kuntom, Director, Yayasan Jantung Malaysia. Sharing the same vision of creating a heart-healthy nation, NESTLÉ OMEGA PLUS has been working closely with...

Survey reveals optimism ahead of Shopee 11.11 Big Sale, as sellers anticipate store sales to climb 100% at the shopping festival A recent survey conducted by e-commerce platform Shopee amongst 11,850 Malaysian sellers show that e-commerce is creating new livelihoods and opportunities amid rising economic challenges, with 70% citing that they have up to six dependants. As such, despite being fully employed, 35.4% of the overall respondents reveal that they have turned to e-commerce for a second and even third, source of household income. These sellers were found to be making an average of RM2,750* per month selling on Shopee alone. Additionally, the survey also indicates that e-commerce appears to be creating opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs, regardless of gender, geography and age. Of the 11,850 sellers surveyed, 5,406 are new entrepreneurs enabled by e-commerce, who cited that their businesses are operated 100% online. Interestingly, of these new entrepreneurs created by e-com...

  The Ministry of Health (MOH) is pleased to inform that today Malaysia reported 674 COVID-19 recovery cases. Therefore, cumulatively 18,499 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.6% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 835 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 28,640 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 9,903 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 835 additional cases reported today, five (5) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Currently, 89 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 32 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, two (2) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cumulatively, there are now 238 COVID-19 deaths in Malaysia (0.8% of ...

The 2019-2020 Huawei Asia Pacific ICT Competition, under the theme of "Connection, Glory, Future," successfully concluded on Wednesday. Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) from Indonesia won champions of both the Network and Cloud tracks in this regional finals, and will represent the Asia Pacific region in the global finals. This year, the Huawei ICT competition in Asia Pacific attracted 4051 participants from 65 ICT Academies of six countries, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, India and Thailand; to compete in two technological tracks of Network and Cloud. “We strive to develop a healthy ICT Talent Ecosystem where we shall work with our Partners, our Customers and the society, altogether to produce ICT engineering talents – quality people with ICT skill, with engineering capability for now, and for the future,” said Tony Cao, President of Huawei Asia Pacific Enterprise Business Group. Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) from Indonesia won Champions of both the...

  The Ministry of Health (MOH) is pleased to inform that today Malaysia reported 691 COVID-19 recovery cases. Therefore, cumulatively 17,825 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.1% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 1,240 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 27,805 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 9,744 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 1,240 additional cases reported today, two (2) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Currently, 94 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 31 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, seven (7) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cumulatively, there are now 236 COVID-19 deaths in Malaysia (0.9...

  The Ministry of Health (MOH) is pleased to inform that today Malaysia reported 579 COVID-19 recovery cases. Therefore, cumulatively 17,134 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.5% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 823 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 26,565 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 9,202 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   All 823 additional cases today are local transmission COVID-19 cases   Currently, 99 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 30 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, eight (8) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cumulatively, there are now 229 COVID-19 deaths in Malaysia (0.86% of total cumulative cases).

  The Ministry of Health (MOH) is pleased to inform that today Malaysia reported 617 COVID-19 recovery cases. Therefore, cumulatively 16,555 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.3% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 1,228 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 25,742 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 8,966 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 1,228 additional cases reported today, eleven (11) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Currently, 92 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 31 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, seven (7) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cumulatively, there are now 221 COVID-19 deaths in Malaysia ...

  The Ministry of Health (MOH) is pleased to inform that today Malaysia reported 467 COVID-19 recovery cases. Therefore, cumulatively 15,884 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.8% of total cumulative cases). The breakdown of cases that have recovered by state is as follows:   A total of 710 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 24,514 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 8,416 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 710 additional cases reported today, one (1) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Currently, 90 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 28 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, ten (10) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cu...

Exciting news for all Malay-Drama lovers as award-winning content producer and distributor, Primeworks Studios and popular over-the-top video streaming provider Viu, have signed a content partnership deal that will see two (2) of TV3’s top Malay drama series on the leading video streaming platform. The 15 episode hit drama series Hati Yang Tersakiti, from TV3’s Samarinda slot, will make its debut, free and exclusive from 15 October until 10 November 2020. Lelaki Lingkungan Cinta from TV3’s Lestary slot will be the other title premiering on Viu’s platform. All 13 episodes will be made available on 21 October onwards. “This is definitely another success story for us. Partnerships such as this are vital for us in order to keep up with changing viewership trends and allow us to evolve and reach out to potential new audiences,” said Dato’ Iskandar Mizal Mahmood, Group Managing Director of Media Prima Berhad. Below are details of the two titles that will be available for free and exclusive o...

  The Ministry of Health (MOH) is pleased to inform that today Malaysia reported 486 COVID-19 recovery cases. Therefore, cumulatively 15,417 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.8% of total cumulative cases). The breakdown of cases that have recovered by state is as follows:   A total of 847 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 23,804 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 8,183 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 847 additional cases reported today, five (5) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Currently, 90 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 29 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, five (5) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. ...

Premier Collegiate Tournament Now Set to Spur Grassroots Talent in Casting With PMCC Caster Search    Yoodo - Malaysia’s first truly customisable and 100% digital mobile service is partnering with global gaming giant PUBG MOBILE to bring back Malaysia’s premier collegiate tournament – the PUBG Mobile Campus Championship (PMCC). This announcement sets the battleground for more than 1,000 colleges and universities students from all over Malaysia as they go head-to-head for a shot at a total prize pool of RM60,000. “As champions of grassroots gaming, Yoodo is always looking for more ways to empower young talented gamers with opportunities to grow and showcase their talent,” said Chow Tuck Mun, Head of Yoodo. “The inaugural season of PMCC last year received overwhelming response and was a great success in catapulting the winners of the tournament to the professional leagues. We are proud to be bringing PMCC back again, this time bigger and better than before.” Looking to further e...

Michael Johnson, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, TNS Payments Market business Transaction Network Services (TNS), a leader in fintech payment services, announces the launch of TNS Secure SD-WAN which leverages Fortinet’s leading Secure SD-WAN solution. In partnership with Fortinet, TNS Secure SD-WAN combines proven managed payment services with next generation network security.    The new service can help businesses seeking a solution in a secure SD-WAN environment achieve digital transformation, embrace cloud adoption and maximise technology budgets. TNS Secure SD-WAN is a fully integrated, end-to-end managed solution that can simplify a retailers’ operations by centrally managing their network and addressing the complexity that always-connected commerce presents for merchants. With TNS, retailers can securely connect, among other things, online e-commerce gateways, Automatic Teller Machines, point-of-sale (POS) terminals, cash registers, printers, back office computing,...

  The Ministry of Health (MOH) is pleased to inform that today Malaysia reported 580 COVID-19 recovery cases. Therefore, cumulatively 14,931 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (65% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 732 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 22,957 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 7,827 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 732 additional cases reported today, eight (8) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Currently, 102 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 31 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, six (6) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cumulatively, there are now 199 COVID-19 deaths in Malaysia (0.87% of...

Applications for the latest round of the British Council’s Connections Through Culture (CTC) opens 16 October to 08 November 2020. The programme is a bilateral grants programme designed to seed exciting cultural exchanges between artists and arts organisations, and nurture cooperation and long-lasting relationships between the United Kingdom, and for 2020-2021, five Southeast Asian countries: Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines. Connections Through Culture was created in Southeast Asia in August 2019 to promote arts and cultural exchange between the UK and Southeast Asia. This British Council arts grant is a first-of-its kind project to spark innovative ways for participants from five Southeast Asian countries and the UK to collaborate through the arts. The primary objective is to support exchanges and collaborations between the UK and Southeast Asia. Prior to Covid-19, this would have most likely involved international travel. However, with travel restricted an...

New updates to benefit over 9,000 local undergraduates in Malaysia, across 70,000 programmes in leading local tertiary institutions    Coursera, the world’s leading online learning platform, announced free versions of its Coursera for Campus programme, with upgraded features, that will enable universities in Malaysia to deliver academic integrity for credit-bearing online learning and improve student employability. This effort will benefit Coursera for Campus’s 9,000 students who are currently enrolled in over 70,000 courses, offered by leading institutions including BAC Education Group. To date, Coursera has over 321,000 learners in Malaysia including independent students, corporate professionals and civil servants. The announcement builds on the momentum of its global Campus Response Initiative to give students and faculty free access to Coursera for Campus during pandemic-related closures. Currently, more than 3,700 institutions worldwide use Coursera for Campus to deliver...

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 634 cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 14,351 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.6% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 862 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 22,225 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 7,681 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 862 cases reported today, two (2) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Currently, 95 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 29 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, three (3) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cumulatively, there are now 193 COVID-19 deaths in Malaysia (0.87% of total cumulative cases).

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 455 cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 13,717 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.2% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 865 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 21,363 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 7,456 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 865 cases reported today, seven (7) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Of the 858 local transmission cases, 767 cases are Malaysians and 91 cases are non-Malaysians.   Currently, 99 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 32 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, three (3) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC ...

ACCA #MyGoZero campaign supports ‘Ethics in Action’ theme, advocating sustainable business practices for long-term survival  ACCA Malaysia, an ardent and long-time champion of sustainability, kicks off the ACCA #MyGoZero campaign in conjunction with Global Ethics Day to remind organisations as well as individuals that sustainable business practices are rooted in the ethical actions taken to promote zero waste across three key areas - the environment (Planet), society (People) and the economy (Profit). Together, these three pillars of sustainability pave the way forward for a balanced existence between economic prosperity and a healthy, balanced ecosystem. “The relationship between economic growth and environmental degradation is often fraught with tension, hence one of the core methods to help conserve global societal and ecological ecosystems is waste reduction. For the sake of our future, and for the generations that will come, we must take action to break this cycle and I would ...

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 701 cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 13,262 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64.7% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 871 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 20,498 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 7,049 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 871 cases reported today, five (5) is an imported case who was infected overseas. Currently, 86 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 28 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, seven (7) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cumulatively, there are now 187 COVID-19 deaths in Malaysia (0.9% of total cumulative cases).

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 302 cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 12,561 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (64% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 869 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today, all local transmission cases. Cumulatively there are 19,627 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 6,886 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 869 local transmission cases, 745 cases are Malaysians and 124 cases are non-Malaysians.   Currently, 91 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 30 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, four (4) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH today. Cumulatively, there are now 180 COVID-19 deaths in Malays...

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 245 cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 12,259 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (65.4% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 629 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 18,758 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 6,323 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 629 cases reported today, two (2) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Of the 627 local transmission cases, 577 cases are Malaysians and 50 cases are non-Malaysians.   Currently, 99 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 31 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, six (6) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MOH ...

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 409 cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 12,014 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (66.3% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 589 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 18,129 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 5,945 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 589 cases reported today, three (3) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Of the 586 local transmission cases, 453 cases are Malaysians and 133 cases are non-Malaysians.   Currently, 103 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 31 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, three (3) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPR...

Appoints Cynthia Lee as Acting Managing Director Citrine One Sdn Bhd, a homegrown communications agency is now known as Citrine One Malaysia Sdn Bhd (COMY) following realignment of the company’s structure for next level of business growth. “The name change is part of the agency’s intent to position Citrine One as a group of companies, identifying Citrine One Malaysia, which will now focus on deliverables within Malaysia only, as a separate entity from Citrine One Global (COG), an agency that offers cross border communications management and services globally,” said Founder and Strategic Advisor of Citrine One Group, Ivlynn Yap. Leading Citrine One Malaysia is Cynthia Lee who has been appointed as Acting Managing Director. Cynthia is a seasoned communications practitioner with over 15 years of experience in the field. She will now oversee business development, marketing, client servicing and day-to-day operations of the local agency. Cynthia Lee Cynthia Lee joined Citrine One as an Asso...

  [Fourth from right] CEO of airasia.com, Karen Chan with the airasia.com management team. airasia.com earlier this month revealed its brand new identity online as Asean’s super app, completing AirAsia’s transformation from a digital airline into a comprehensive lifestyle platform for everyone. Marking a new era for AirAsia Group, the airasia.com Asean super app provides a simpler, faster and more convenient user experience with over 15 types of products and services under three main pillars, which are travel, e-commerce and fintech. To celebrate the milestone, airasia.com is introducing the first ever airasia.com Super Sale that will now supersede our hugely popular legacy of AirAsia Free Seats. The biggest sales in the region will take place from 12 October (10AM, GMT +8) to 18 October 2020 with storewide discounts of up to 90% across all product offerings on airasia.com super app and the airasia.com site. Tony Fernandes, CEO of AirAsia Group said, “AirAsia is always about the p...

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 233 cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 11,605 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (66.2% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 660 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 17,540 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 5,768 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 660 cases reported today, six (6) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Of the 654 local transmission cases, 608 cases are Malaysians and 46 cases are non-Malaysians.   Currently, 108 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 35 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, four (4) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MO...

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 350 cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 11,372 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (67.4% of total cumulative cases).   A total of 660 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are 16,880 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 5,345 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.   Of the 660 cases reported today, two (2) is an imported case who was infected overseas.   Of the 658 local transmission cases, 618 cases are Malaysians and 40 cases are non-Malaysians.   Currently, 101 confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), with 32 patients on ventilation support .   Regretfully, four (4) additional COVID-19 deaths were reported to the National CPRC MO...

HUAWEI has continuously brought in a series of laptops tailored to every kind of consumer in Malaysia. The range includes the HUAWEI MateBook X Pro, MateBook 13 and MateBook D 14 and D 15. At HUAWEI, there is always one for you. And at the end of this month, HUAWEI will be bringing in the HUAWEI MateBook 14 , where you can expect nothing short of powerful performance packed in a sleek ultra-thin body. Want to know why you should not miss the upcoming MateBook 14? We have narrowed it down for you. Here are four reasons that makes the MateBook 14 a desirable laptop: Level up your efficiency with AMD Ryzen™ 4000H Series Mobile Processor Consumers that have been looking for an ultra-thin laptop fitted with gaming-level processor will find the HUAWEI MateBook 14 ideal. Equipped with the 7nm AMD Ryzen™ 4000 H-Series mobile processor, the MateBook 14 will be able to deliver impeccable performance when multitasking or using heavy duty software and games. If your laptop is laggy, it’s probably ...

IHG® Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, brings Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants’ signature heartfelt service and distinctive design to the heart of Thailand with the opening of Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok . Located in Bangkok’s Langsuan area, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok offers convenient access to prime districts such as Sukhumvit, Silom, Siam and Chidlom, and serene views of the tranquil Lumphini Park – one of the city’s largest green spaces. The hotel takes its name after Maa-lai, the traditional Thai floral garland symbolic of welcome, good health and respect to honour guests, families and loved ones. This art form has inspired many contemporary interpretations and resonates perfectly with Kimpton in Bangkok, where age- old traditions take on a modern edge. Kimpton spaces and experiences centre on its guests, offering inspiring design that evokes curiosity, to forward-thinking flavours that feed the soul. The hotel’s design narrative was brought to life...