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Showcase Your Merdeka Spirit with HONOR’s Love Malaysia Photography Contest

The contest period runs from 24 August – 15 September and is open to all HONOR smartphone users Global smartphone brand HONOR invites Malaysians to showcase their patriotism and photography skills in a special Love Malaysia Photography Contest during the brand’s ongoing nationwide Merdeka Campaign. From 24 August – 15 September, HONOR smartphone users can submit a photo according to the theme in order to stand a chance to win an HONOR 9A, HONOR Moschino Pouch or an HONOR Bluetooth Speaker*. Steps:  Submit a creative photo capturing the essence of Malaysia through a post on their Facebook, Instagram or HONOR Malaysia Fans Club Forum (account settings must be ‘public’) with the hashtag #63rdMerdekaBersamaHONOR.  Participants are allowed multiple entries. Photos with the HONOR watermark get bonus points! HONOR Malaysia will announce the seven (7) lucky winners on the HONOR Malaysia Facebook page by 16 September. Prizes   Grand Prize x1 : HONOR 9A 2nd Prize x...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [28 August 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 36 cases have recovered and discharged well today. Cumulatively, 9,030 confirmed COVID-19 cases have fully recovered and discharged well (97.0% of total cumulative cases). A total of 10 additional confirmed COVID-19 case were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 9,306 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 151 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.  Of the 10 additional cases reported today, eight (8) are imported cases who were infected overseas , involving one (1) Malaysian and seven (7) non-Malaysians.  Of the two (2) local transmission cases, one (1) case is a Malaysian and one (1) case is a non-Malaysian. The Malaysian case was detected in Kedah from symptomatic screening. The non-Malaysian case was detected in Selangor from screening of detainees...

UNIQLO to Launch AIRism Mask in Malaysia on September 14

High-performance offering to help keep people comfortable in challenging times Global apparel retailer UNIQLO today announces that it will launch the AIRism Mask at all stores in Malaysia, including its online store, on September 14. Face masks are a simple and effective means of staying healthy in these challenging times. UNIQLO drew on this widespread practice and customer requests to develop a mask that would optimize health, protection and comfort in daily use. The AIRism Mask reflects the UNIQLO commitment to making everyone’s life better through LifeWear. A unique triple layer structure enhances performance The AIRism Mask employs a triple-layer structure that enhances the performance that is essential for such items. The center of the mask employs a filter that delivers a bacterial filtration efficiency of 99%, protecting the skin from bacteria and pollen particles [1] . Sandwiching the filter is AIRism mesh fabric. In addition, the triple-layer structure has a UPF 50 r...

Inspired Creativity, Inspired Life: Huawei Celebrates Merdeka & Malaysia Day With Month-Long Promotions

HUAWEI wants to celebrate Merdeka and Malaysia Day with all Malaysians this year, by inspiring creativity in them for an inspired life. And they’re doing so with a month of unbelievable deals, fantastic lucky-draw prizes, and everyone’s favorite freebies! For a whole month, from 20 August until 20 September, a wide range of HUAWEI devices -- including the latest flagship HUAWEI Mate and P-Series, nova and Y-Series, Matebook, MatePad, Watch GT2 and Freebuds – will be up for grabs at super affordable prices. What’s more, with every purchase of these promotional products, HUAWEI is giving away awesome free gifts [1] . Those who purchase a Huawei MateBook series within the promotion period will be eligible to get a (1) free Bluetooth mouse and a (1) laptop bag and the (1) mini humidifier, worth up to RM538*. 509 is the lucky number On top of these amazing freebies, 509 lucky ones who purchase selected promotional items will stance a chance to take home fantastic lucky dr...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [27 August 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 16 cases have recovered and discharged well today. Cumulatively, 8,994 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.8% of total cumulative cases). A total of five (5) additional confirmed COVID-19 case were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 9,296 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 177 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.  Of the five (5) additional cases reported today, two (2) are imported cases who were infected overseas i.e. in the Philippines and Egypt, involving Malaysians .  All three (3) local transmission cases are among Malaysians   Currently, eight (8) confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs) , with six (6) patients on ventilation support. No additional COVID-19 death w...

Santan and Crème De La Crème celebrate Merdeka with quintessential Malaysian flavours

Santan partners with local ice-cream artisan, Crème De La Crème for two limited-time only flavours - Pak Nasser’s Nasi Lemak ice-cream and Pandan Dodol ice-cream Pak Nasser’s Nasi Lemak Ice-cream In conjunction with Merdeka and Malaysia Day celebrations, Santan is partnering with local ice-cream artisan, Crème De La Crème (CDLC) for a limited-time promotion of Pak Nasser’s Nasi Lemak ice-cream and Pandan Dodol ice-cream. Proudly made by Malaysians for Malaysians, the Nasi Lemak ice-cream seeks to replicate the signature taste profile of Santan’s famous Pak Nasser’s Nasi Lemak sambal by using the same chilli paste, swirled into a luxurious, creamy coconut-based ice cream topped with crunchy ikan bilis and peanuts. Every spoonful of Pandan Dodol ice-cream evokes a sense of nostalgia with traditional dodol churned into a creamy coconut ice cream, with freshly toasted coconut flakes adding both aroma and texture to the delicious dessert. Catherine Goh, General Manager of S...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [26 August 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that seven (7) cases have recovered and discharged well today. Cumulatively, 8,978 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.6% of total cumulative cases). A total of six (6) additional confirmed COVID-19 case were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 9,291 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 188 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.  Of the six (6) additional cases reported today, one (1) is an imported case who was infected overseas i.e. in Singapore, involving a non-Malaysian .  All five (5) local transmission cases are among Malaysians. Currently, nine (9) confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs) , with six (6) patients on ventilation support. No additional COVID-19 death was reported to the N...

ESCAPE Opening Its Showcase Indoor Theme Park at Paradigm Mall, PJ

Monkey Business, ESCAPE Challenge’s signature rope courses with 56 obstacles across the park ESCAPE Challenge is an indoor adventure theme park which brings the ESCAPE brand of outdoor play & retro-eco fun to the urban setting, giving today’s urbanites an escape from their sedentary lifestyle of indoor leisure & entertainment, and isolation from the outdoors. ESCAPE Challenge creates the ideal environment where family and friends can bond together over healthy, interactive fun in an urban setting. The rides and attractions in this indoor playground replicate the fun & play our previous generation enjoyed in the natural environment away from the cities. They are designed for guests of all age groups, physical abilities and confidence levels, demonstrating that no matter how old or young you are its time to play. ESCAPE Challenge from a bird’s-eye view Sim Choo Kheng , founder & Chief Escape Officer of ESCAPE Challenge, commented, “ESCAPE Challenge, P...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [25 August 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that six (6) cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 8,971 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.6% of total cumulative cases). A total of 11 additional confirmed COVID-19 case were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 9,285 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 189 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment. Of the 11 additional cases reported today, two (2) are imported cases who were infected overseas , involving one (1) Malaysian and one (1) non-Malaysian .  All nine (9) local transmission cases are among Malaysians .   Currently, eight (8) confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs) , with six (6) patients on ventilation support. No additional COVID-19 death was report...

AirAsia.com and Agoda announce strategic partnership to reignite travel in Southeast Asia and enhance AirAsia’s super app offering

  AirAsia.com, ASEAN’s fastest growing travel and lifestyle e-commerce platform, and Agoda, the world’s leading digital travel platform, yesterday announced a strategic partnership to spur travel activity in Southeast Asia and strengthen AirAsia’s super app offering. The partnership between the two major online travel service providers in the region harnesses the synergistic strengths of both digital platforms. Through the sharing of flight and hotel inventories, travellers will gain access to a more extensive multi-product selection, enjoy greater convenience and benefit from superior value. Initiatives from the collaboration include travel bundles, membership privileges as well as joint product marketing. Customers of AirAsia.com can now enjoy more variety with over 600,000 Agoda properties, combined with AirAsia’s great value fares by booking through SNAP - offering flight and hotel packages with the best price guaranteed. Tony Fernandes, CEO of AirAsia Group said, “I am ...

McDonald’s Malaysia supports the government’s call for blood donation

Blood donation drive in collaboration with the National Blood Centre surpasses target, attracts more than 500 donors  McDonald’s Malaysia, in continuous support of the government’s call to Malaysians to donate blood regularly, organised a Blood Donation Day on 13 and 14 August 2020. Held annually in collaboration with the National Blood Centre (NBC) under the Ministry of Health (MOH), the blood donation drive was opened to the public.  In continuous support of the government’s call for Malaysians to donate blood regularly, McDonald’s Malaysia in collaboration with the National Blood Centre (NBC) under the Ministry of Health (MOH), organised a Blood Donation Day. “Every year, the Blood Donation Day has been well-received and supported by the general public and staff of McDonald’s Malaysia. The close collaboration between McDonald’s Malaysia and NBC began four years ago. In line with the government’s call, McDonald’s Malaysia is keen to play an active role in c...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [24 August 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that six (6) cases have fully recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 8,965 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.7% of total cumulative cases). A total of 7 additional confirmed COVID-19 case were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 9,274 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 184 active and infective COVID-19 cases. They have all been isolated and given treatment. Of the 7 additional cases reported today, two (2) are imported cases who were infected overseas, all involving Malaysians. Of the 5 local transmission cases, 2 cases are among Malaysians and three (3) case is a non-Malaysian. Currently, eight (8) confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs), and 5 patient is on ventilation support. No additional COVID-19 death was reported to the National CPRC MOH today...