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Première Hotel Announced Winners for Creative Entries Depicting a Sense of Patriotism In Celebrating Merdeka At Home

Première Hotel Klang, the property investment and management business under WCT Holdings Berhad (“WCT Group”) announced the winners for the ‘Merdekaku di Rumahku’ video contest. The creative and distinctive entries received showcased patriotism and a sense of national pride. The Most Popular entry was won by Afzuzilla Mislan from Melaka while Ke Mi Tan who hailed from Klang walked away with the Most Creative video based on their take of celebrating the 64th Merdeka at home. Tengku Salmah Tengku Firdaus Kasim from Kuala Lumpur emerged the runner-up for the Most Popular submission while Mohamad Shamil Anwar Ibrahim, from Negeri Sembilan won the Most Creative entry. The ‘Merdekaku di Rumahku’ 60-sec video contest was launched to encourage Malaysians to showcase their sense of nationalism through creative and unique ways of celebrating Merdeka at home despite the restriction of movement order in the fight to curb the COVID-19 pandemic. “We surely miss the annual Merdeka celebrations that a...

The Halal Integrity of Australian Beef and Lamb from Farm to Table

Australia is an impeccable source of halal meat and meat products, being a long trusted supplier of Halal Beef and Lamb to over 100 countries, including the Middle East, Indonesia and Malaysia. “Halal” is an Arabic word meaning lawful and permitted. It refers to not only adherence to a set of conditions on how the animal is slaughtered and meat processed but also to how the animal is treated while alive. According to Islamic law it must not be mistreated nor has any pain inflicted on it during its lifetime. It must also be provided with enough space to roam, clean water, food and fresh air. All these conditions are met for Halal beef and lamb production in Australia. The animals graze on lush green pastures and are well cared for. It is a natural way of life for livestock in Australia and animal welfare is regulated by laws enforced by government. These have a positive impact on the consistently high quality of Australian Halal beef and lamb. A recent study by Meat and Livestock Austr...

[FULL REVIEW] Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G: Get a look as unique as your style

Along with the development of technology and innovation, the design of smartphones will always change from time to time. Similarly, its software is constantly improved to ensure that a smart device can support whatever the needs of customers and attract their interest to own it. Folding phones used to create a worldwide phenomenon when almost all mobile phone manufacturers used to have at least one model of folding mobile phones in their product line. The folding phone trend then slowly disappeared with the existence of touch screen smartphones without any keyboards. Back then, it was common knowledge it was impossible for a smartphone with a full touch screen to be folded without causing damage to its screen. Still, no one ever thought that the folding phone trend is now re-emerging. What we all thought was impossible in the old days has been made possible by Samsung with the launch of their Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and Samsung Galaxy Fold previously. ABI Research, the technology intelli...

The All-New Galaxy Z Series 5G Unfolds to Bring the Future of Mobile Experiences to Malaysia

Samsung Malaysia Electronics welcomes the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Galaxy Z Flip3 5G through Malaysia’s hottest celebrities and exceptional deals! Samsung Malaysia Electronics has entered the next chapter of foldable devices with the arrival of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Galaxy Z Flip3 5G via the New Era, Life Opens Up with Galaxy virtual show. Hosted by Jin Lim and Yaya Zahir , the show commemorated the third generation of Foldables alongside other star-studded hosts and well-esteemed designers to reiterate the importance of local collaborations during this time of recovery. Following this announcement, special promotions for the mentioned devices and accessories will also be held from mid-September to end-November. "The past year brought an unexpected change to the world and positioned technology as the only bridge between many individuals and their daily functions,” said Edward Han, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics. “As an industry leader pioneering foldable techn...

Carousell Group Raises US$100 Million From STIC Investments to Accelerate Classifieds 4.0 In Greater Southeast Asia

Valued at US$1.1 billion, the regional leader of classifieds will continue to cement its front-runner position across Goods, Autos and Property verticals, and accelerate its transactional push into re-commerce Carousell Group , the leading classifieds group in Greater Southeast Asia, today announced that it has secured an investment of US$100 million to accelerate its leadership in the region, and to reimagine the classifieds experience with a focus on convenience and trust, to make secondhand the first choice. This round of funding, led by STIC Investments, a leading Korean private equity that invests across Asia, marks a significant milestone that will bring Carousell’s valuation to US$1.1 billion. The investment will power the group’s ambitions to redefine commerce for secondhand goods and automobiles in an increasingly digitally savvy, affluent and sustainability-conscious region. Quek Siu Rui, Co-Founder, Carousell “The pandemic has shown us that our mission to inspire the world t...

A Big Screen without the Big Price Tag with Galaxy A03s

Always wanted a big screen without too hefty a price? Then Samsung’s Galaxy A03s is here for you! This entry-level smartphone is perfect for younger kids, students or even the elderly that are looking for a new smartphone. For you to see more of your family and friends on screen during calls, the Galaxy A03s has a large 6.5” Infinity-V display [1] to give you an uninterrupted view with its near bezel-less design. You also get to watch your videos in a clear HD+ display and 20:9 aspect ratio for more immersive cinematic viewing. The Galaxy A03s also supports a Dolby ATMOS [2] sound system to provide a better 3D, surround sound experience. If you worry about the sound bothering people at night, the phone has a 3.5 Pi earphone jack ready, or simply connect your Galaxy Buds via Bluetooth. With Dark Mode available, you can protect your eyes from unnecessary strain as well when you use your phone well into the night. The Galaxy A03s runs on a One UI Core [3] that let users navigate its i...

Sun Life Malaysia Urges Continued Focus On Diabetes Prevention

Brighter Health Programme Offers Complimentary Blood Glucose Check-Ups To 12,000 Malaysians Malaysia has one of the highest diabetes prevalence rate in Asia with nearly 3.9 million Malaysian adults suffering from diabetes, according to the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2019. As part of its on-going efforts in championing diabetes awareness and prevention, Sun Life Malaysia, a life insurance and family takaful provider, has once again introduced its ‘Brighter Health Blood Glucose Screening Programme’ to provide complimentary blood glucose screening to 12,000 Malaysians nationwide. Raymond Lew, CEO and President/Country Head of Sun Life Malaysia said, “As the nation continues to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that we do not lose sight of the prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases which are equally life-threatening. Many people have been delaying the much needed health services to diagnose and treat these diseases since the pandemic began...

iQiyi Set To Thrill Audiences With New K-Suspense Series “Jirisan”

The series starring Gianna Jun and Ju Ji-hoon will premiere in October The Asian entertainment streaming leader, iQiyi announces that its highly-anticipated original Korean drama Jirisan will premiere in October on iQiyi International, in a simulcast with Korea. Created by director Lee Eung-bok (Goblin, Descendants Of The Sun) and writer Kim Eun-hee (Kingdom, Signal), the suspense series stars Gianna Jun and Ju Ji-hoon. The teaser trailer for Jirisan, released today (Sept 13), offers a sneak peak of the magnificent landscape of the titular Jirisan mountain, the tallest mountain in mainland South Korea. The mysterious ambiance of the stormy forest setting hints at the unspeakable secrets embedded in the show’s plot. The clip features Gianna Jun’s character, a fearless national park ranger, decked out in professional mountain gear and trekking alone. Showing no signs of distress as she faces the challenges posed by Mother Nature, she perseveres in her job of rescuing people in need. Jiri...

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G: Serving Iconic Looks, Starting with You

Confidence is more than how you speak or carry yourself in public. Often times, confidence is first reflected through your outfit and personal accessories. For the confident and fashionable who excel at serving looks, you should look no further than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G to transform your every #ootd moment to a daring, bold, statement. The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is built for the fast-paced lifestyle of a fashionista, and it’s got the right stuff to prove it! Designed to find your perfect angle, the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G comes packed with intuitive features such as Hands-Free Selfies, which you can take via Flex Mode [1] to ensure you can pose freely, wherever you want. You also have the option of super quick selfies via Quick Shot if you ever need to capture a precious moment without having to waste a second out of it. A strong personality can often act like a magnet to attract the proper attention you want. In this same light, the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G understands the importance of expre...

Experts: Cyber-capacity building in APAC should involve growing talent pool, regional cooperation and public-private partnerships

The 3rd Online Policy Forum presented by Kaspersky zeroes in on the region’s cyber resources, expertise gap amidst rapid digitalisation What are the real needs and goals of Asia Pacific (APAC) countries in cyber capacity building, education, and awareness? Whose role is it to play in ensuring these goals are met – it is necessarily the State to bear this burden? These are the burning questions addressed during Kaspersky’s APAC Online Policy Forum III with the theme “Greater Cyber-resilience through Cyber Capacity Building”. The virtual forum was joined by a high-level panel of speakers from the region including: Mr. Craig Jones , INTERPOL Cybercrime Director Professor Li Yuxiao , Vice President of the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies; and Secretary General of the Cyber Security Association of China Professor Seungjoo Kim , Professor of the School of Cybersecurity of Korea University; Head of the Department of Cyber Defense of Korea University; and Member of the Presidential Commit...

Reconnect over a cup of tea this Teh Tarik Day with Lipton!

Lipton encourages Malaysians to create quality connections with their loved Teh Tarik has always been a staple in Malaysian culture, be it a family gathering around the table, friends catching up on lost time during a mamak session, or simply just someone new you’ve met - every connection grows stronger over a cup of Teh Tarik. However, extended lockdowns throughout the country have put a pause to the regular teh tarik sessions, separating us from not just the cup of smooth milky tea, but with the loved ones we enjoy it with as well. Under the campaign umbrella of ‘Sekuat Rasa Teh, Seerat Ikatan Kasih’, Lipton is calling all Malaysians to celebrate Teh Tarik Day by restoring the quality connections this coming 15th September onwards. Despite the distance, Lipton wants to encourage Malaysians to reconnect again with a unique message straight from your heart on www.liptontehtarikday.com . Inspired by the way Malaysians from all walks of life are united with their love for Teh Tarik, the...

#TeamUnstoppable Not Letting the Haters Win

How far would you go to pursue your goals if you had to face negative comments on your physique while having a stutter that made you an easy target for haters? Imran Aqil could have easily avoided the taunts and hurtful comments by not pursuing his dreams; instead he took it upon himself to ignore the haters and looked to building his confidence by working on his stutter and improving his communication and leadership skills. Today, he’s a successful content creator, actor and social volunteer and he wants his peers to know that they too can defy the odds and find their voice. As a member of Samsung’s #TeamUnstoppable - a group of young individuals across Southeast Asia who have defied all odds in pursuing their passions - Imran seeks to inspire his peers to make a positive impact on themselves and their communities. #TeamUnstoppable is Samsung’s latest regional brand campaign to rally Gen Zs and millennials in Southeast Asia to push their boundaries and pursue their passions. Besides I...