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Nespresso is adding a little extra sparkle to the festive season with a new collaboration with Swarovski. The Nespresso x Swarovski Festive 2026 Collection brings together limited-edition coffee flavours, crystal-inspired accessories, Advent Calendars and a specially designed coffee machine, making it an interesting option for coffee lovers looking to treat themselves or find a thoughtful Christmas gift. Inspired by Swarovski's signature octagonal shape and vibrant colour palette, the collection features colourful packaging and designs that give Nespresso's familiar coffee experience a festive makeover. Alongside the new coffees, there are also accessories and gift ideas designed to make everyday coffee moments feel a little more special. Three Festive Coffee Flavours to Try At the heart of the collection are three limited-edition coffee creations, including two flavoured blends inspired by familiar desserts. The Festive Crystal Spark Espresso for Nespress...

In conjunction with World Food Day 2026 , Lotus’s Malaysia and Kechara Soup Kitchen are celebrating 10 years of partnership with the launch of ‘Tambah Satu, Kongsi Satu’ (Add One. Share One.) , a food donation initiative that encourages Malaysians to help families in need through their everyday grocery shopping. Running from 16 October to 16 November 2026 , the campaign invites shoppers to purchase one additional essential food item during their regular shopping trip and place it in a designated Kechara Soup Kitchen donation bin at participating Lotus’s stores. The initiative builds on a decade-long collaboration between the two organisations, which has focused on rescuing surplus food that is still safe for consumption and distributing it to underserved communities. To date, Lotus’s Malaysia has rescued 2.421 million kilogrammes of food since 2016 , benefiting more than 120,000 families while helping prevent edible food from ending up in landfills. The campaign was introd...

McDonald’s Malaysia is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Mekdi Community Month in 2026 , bringing birthday celebrations and meaningful experiences to children from more than 140 welfare homes nationwide . This year's initiative involves more than 100 McDonald’s restaurants across Malaysia, working in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare (JKM) to organise birthday parties for children, including those who may never have experienced a birthday celebration of their own. As part of the anniversary celebrations, McDonald’s Malaysia hosted a special joint birthday party at its Seksyen 3, Shah Alam Drive-Thru restaurant , welcoming children from Rumah Kasih Harmoni Paya Jaras, Persatuan Rumah Kanak-Kanak Trinity Selangor and Yayasan Sunbeams Home. The event brought the children together for an afternoon of games, birthday cakes, Happy Meals and activities designed to create happy memories with their friends. Mekdi Community Month Marks 10 Years...

Looking for something spooky to read this Halloween 2026 ? Whether you enjoy supernatural mysteries, psychological horror or stories that venture into truly disturbing territory, there is no shortage of frightening books to keep you turning the pages. With Halloween falling on Saturday, 31 October 2026 , Rakuten Kobo has put together a selection of five horror books for Malaysian readers, ranging from ghost stories set in colonial Melaka to unsettling tales of sinister houses, dark campus rituals and gruesome fairy tales. The recommendations include works by Malaysian authors alongside international horror favourites, making it easier to find a story that suits your preferred level of fright. There is also a timely connection to the big screen. Other Mommy , the film adaptation of Josh Malerman's Incidents Around the House , opened in Malaysian cinemas on 8 October 2026, giving horror fans another reason to discover the original novel. 1. The Ghost Bride by Yangsze Choo ...

Taobao Tmall World (Taobao) has announced a major upgrade to its cross-border shopping experience, introducing a new DISCOVER channel, AI-powered shopping tools, curated Chinese brands and enhanced international delivery services to help shoppers find distinctive products more easily. The upgrade reflects a shift in consumer shopping preferences, with international buyers increasingly looking beyond low prices to prioritise product quality, originality and personal style. With more than 3 billion products available for cross-border purchase , Taobao is combining artificial intelligence (AI) with human expertise to identify quality products and distinctive Chinese brands, while improving how shoppers discover, purchase and receive items from overseas. The announcement also coincides with Taobao's Double 11 shopping campaign, featuring Chinese actor Zhang Linghe and six refreshed shopping experiences under the platform's "Everything and Anything" brand promise....

If you're a fan of Chinese actor Zhang Linghe , there's another reason to open the Taobao app this October. The popular star has teamed up with Taobao for its Double 11 (11.11) 2026 campaign , bringing fans exclusive digital rewards, limited-edition merchandise, a daily treasure hunt and even a special event in Kuala Lumpur. Announced on 14 October 2026 , the collaboration between Taobao Tmall World and Zhang Linghe also introduces six refreshed shopping experiences designed to make discovering products more enjoyable for cross-border shoppers in Malaysia and other markets. The campaign includes a new global brand film featuring Zhang Linghe, a specially themed Taobao app interface, interactive activities and an upcoming livestream where fans will have an opportunity to connect with the actor. And for Malaysian fans, there's something else to look forward to. A Zhang Linghe-themed Taobao event is scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur on 24 October 2026. ...

Malaysia's favourite TikTok creators are getting the chance to shine on a bigger stage as TikTok announces its first-ever TikTok Awards Southeast Asia 2026 , bringing together established personalities and rising creators from across the region. With the theme "The Ones Who Spark It" , the regional awards celebrate creators whose content goes beyond entertainment to inspire communities, start conversations and make an impact both online and offline. For Malaysian TikTok users, the excitement begins with the opportunity to vote for their favourite local creators across 11 award categories , including Creator of the Year, Rising Creator of the Year, Food Creator of the Year, Entertainment Creator of the Year and more. The local voting period runs from 12 to 26 October 2026 . The creator receiving the highest number of votes in each category will become Malaysia's Country Representative and advance to the next stage for a chance to win at the regional awards. ...

For more than 200 years, Pos Malaysia has been part of everyday life in Malaysia, from delivering handwritten letters and postcards to handling parcels ordered through online shopping platforms. While the way Malaysians communicate and shop has changed considerably, the national postal service continues to evolve with new technology and delivery solutions. To mark World Post Day 2026 on 9 October , Pos Malaysia Berhad unveiled a special commemorative stamp and showcased Malaysia's first electric three-wheeler for last-mile delivery , highlighting its efforts to combine postal heritage with innovation and more sustainable logistics. Held under the theme "One Postal Network, Infinite Possibilities" , the celebration brought together several initiatives, including the World Post Day 2026 stamp launch, The Wira Award 2026, the KESEF 2026 Stamp Folio Competition prize presentation and the introduction of a new electric delivery vehicle. The event was officiated by YB...

If there's one thing many Malaysians can relate to, it's the habit of keeping things because they might come in handy one day. From old photographs and childhood memories to shopping bags, kitchen containers and festive decorations, there's always something we're not quite ready to throw away. But what if the problem isn't having too many things? What if we simply haven't found the right place for them? That's the idea behind IKEA Malaysia's new "Sorted Lah!" campaign , launched in October 2026 as part of its broader message, "A place for everything and everyone" . Rather than encouraging Malaysians to move into bigger homes or get rid of their belongings, IKEA wants to show how thoughtful storage solutions can help make existing living spaces more organised, practical and comfortable for everyone in the household. The campaign is supported by findings from IKEA's first Home Organisation Index, which offers a closer look...

Grocery shopping in Mont Kiara just got a little more exciting! The Food Merchant has officially opened its newest outlet at Solaris Mont Kiara on 8 October 2026 , bringing its selection of premium groceries, fresh produce and international food products to one of Kuala Lumpur's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Known for its curated selection of gourmet products and speciality ingredients, The Food Merchant's latest outlet caters to shoppers looking for everything from everyday essentials to imported delicacies that may be harder to find at conventional supermarkets. To celebrate the opening, shoppers can also enjoy exclusive promotions, complimentary gifts and loyalty rewards , with selected offers running until 1 November 2026. The Food Merchant expands its presence with a new premium grocery outlet at Solaris Mont Kiara. A New Destination for Premium Groceries in Mont Kiara Located within the bustling Solaris Mont Kiara neighbourhood, the new outlet o...