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Opium At Closing Time: Exploring Malaysian History through Alzheimer’s

Amberjade Arts is proud to present OPIUM AT CLOSING TIME, an original Malaysian work written and directed by Tarrant Kwok. It is set to premiere on the 20th of October 2022, and will play 9 shows till the 30th of October 2022, at Black Box, Damansara Performing Arts Centre (DPAC), Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Based on oral histories, secondary research and archived interviews, OPIUM AT CLOSING TIME stars Alexis Wong, Samuel Low, Grace Ng, Hannan Barakbah and Brendan Vinsent, as well as featuring music by Yanwen. Yen, a woman of many triumphs - is starting to forget. Or has she already forgotten? Her son Chai is trying to help her, but what can Chai do when his Ma is stuck in the past? Did she actually go and see Sudirman’s concert, or was that his funeral? An exploration of a disquieting human condition - OPIUM AT CLOSING TIME is an unflinching dive into the often disjointed experiences of those suffering with Alzheimer’s and those who care for them. It’s also a story of Malaysia, of pivot...

The New vivo V25 Pro Inspires Creativity with Enhanced Photography Features and Colour Changing Case

vivo V25 Pro enables new dimensions of creativity with Super Night Video and stylish appearances with eye-catching colours vivo has unveiled the highly anticipated addition to its stylish V25 series – vivo V25 Pro. With superior photography features, the smartphone has been designed for users who express themselves through photos and videos. The vivo V25 Pro will give users the power to embark on a self-expression journey with its stunning camera, powered by high-performance, energy-efficient hardware, all encased in an exquisite body. The flagship-level 64MP OIS ultra-sensing camera on the back of the V25 Pro minimises blurry shots and supports a longer exposure time, creating clearer and brighter images and videos even in dim lighting conditions. With an eye-catching design, the Color Changing Fluorite AG Glass covering the rear panel changes its hue when exposed to UV light, reflecting the dynamic personalities of users. Below its beautiful appearance lies a powerful processor with ...

Malaysia’s First Teacher Prize unveils its Top 10 Finalists

From inclusive special needs programs, implementation of vocational skills and modernised gamified learning, the award unveils creative teaching methods from teachers all across the country. The inaugural Malaysia Teacher Prize announced its Top 10 shortlisted teachers, in recognition of their exceptional contribution in educating young minds. The award, organised by PEMIMPIN GSL and supported by YTL Foundation, is the first local edition of the world renowned Global Teacher Prize to honour the outstanding contribution of the teaching profession and to highlight the important role teachers play in society. The Top 10 shortlisted teachers are in the running for the Grand Prize, bringing home RM50,000 in cash. Additionally, four other teachers will be selected as the Top 5 finalists and will be awarded with RM5,000 each. All of the Top 10 teachers will receive professional development to help them understand the impact they are making and scale their work beyond their classrooms. The ina...

ShopeePay Enables Real-Time Fund Transfers with DuitNow on Shopee App

ShopeePay users will now be able to send or receive funds from other e-wallets and any online banking platforms using their DuitNow IDs. ShopeePay users will no longer need to type their account number but will be able to use their personal DuitNow ID to perform money transfers in real-time. This feature is available for ShopeePay users that have activated their Premium accounts. ShopeePay users with a Premium account have a daily and monthly limit of RM4,999 each. Currently, there are no limits on how many transfers a user can perform and every transaction is also free. ShopeePay users are only allowed to activate their phone numbers for their DuitNow service on the Shopee mobile app. To encourage users to try the new feature, ShopeePay is also offering a special promotion from the 16th to 30th September. Users that receive RM50 and above with DuitNow to their ShopeePay account will stand to win a Free Shipping voucher. All ShopeePay Premium account users will be entitled to one redem...

McDonald’s Continues Its Commitment Towards Providing Training and Career Opportunities to Malaysian Youths

400 apprentices graduated from the McDonald’s Vocational Apprenticeship Programme Dato' Azmir Jaafar with some of the graduates of McDonald's Vocational Academy at UiTM Puncak Alam. McDonald’s Malaysia celebrated over 400 youths who have successfully completed their training under the McDonald’s Vocational Apprenticeship Programme. The convocation ceremony, which is the third to be hosted by McDonald’s Malaysia, was held at a ceremony in Dewan DK500 located at the UiTM Cawangan Selangor, Puncak Alam Campus. “The McDonald’s Vocational Apprenticeship Programme is an important programme for us, as it provides the youth opportunities to learn lifelong skills, fulfil their potential and climb the career ladder within the food service industry. What matters most is that they are able to embrace the McDonald’s culture that emphasises quality in all aspects of the business,” said Dato’ Azmir Jaafar, Managing Director and Local Operating Partner, McDonald’s Malaysia. “As McDonald’s Mal...

A Business Born Out Of Passion

Global technology leader, Xiaomi, embraces its values by building real relationships with users and having them be a part of Xiaomi’s future has been at the core of the company's culture. Mr. Errick Lim, a Xiaomi Fan turned business owner, recently made his lifelong dream as a fan a reality, by opening his very own Xiaomi Shop-in-Shop. Nicolas Shi, Country Manager of Xiaomi Malaysia and Singapore shares, ‘Our adrenaline is fueled with passion when we witness the story of our Xiaomi fan turned business owner who set up his very first Xiaomi Shop-in-Shop after 7 years of hard work. We are delighted that we can be a part of his journey and help more users to have easy access to Xiaomi products in Kluang, Johor.’ From the very beginning, the Xiaomi Community has played an integral part of the Xiaomi brand. Xiaomi Fans and users have been connected through a shared experience of interacting and living with all of these innovative products that have truly life-altering intelligent featur...

Samsung Health, Your Personal Health and Wellness Coach in a Click

Health & Wellness – they’re the buzzwords we hear a lot about these days, which many wish to have. To acquire good health and wellness is not tough. All that’s needed is to have an in-depth understanding of your present wellbeing, lifestyle and desired goals, as well as a trusted personal wellness coach like the Samsung Health app to support and guide you there. Offering a comprehensive suite of health management tools, from health index management to personalized coaching programmes and health community, Samsung Health makes pursuing health and wellness goals simple, enjoyable and connected. Plus, it is accessible across screens of every size, from your Galaxy wearables on wrist, to phone, to your smart TV. How convenient! Find out how this holistic Samsung Health app can empower your journey towards a healthy lifestyle below. Your Personal Health Coach Can Push You To Improve Overall Fitness by Reaching for Body Composition Target As the Galaxy Watch5 Series is equipped with powe...

Malaysia sees Growth of a Car-Free Generation

Transport emissions in KL amount to 14 million metric tonnes of Co2 annually, affecting climate change Reliance on cars is lowering national productivity; the average car commuter spends 44 hours a month stuck in traffic With the rising costs of living, Malaysians can save around RM95,000 on a five-year car ownership when switching to alternative modes of transport 76% of 670 Malaysians who use a car for all, or part of their daily commute said they “definitely” or “probably” would switch to a combination of using e-scooters and public transportation if they had access to shared e-scooters Khairin, a 22-year-old student at University of Malaya is a frequent user of Beam Historically speaking, owning a car has been considered a rite of passage for youths transitioning into the next, highly-anticipated, exciting phase of their lives. From receiving the official driving license to finally driving to a destination independently, this process was often regarded as going through the proverb...

Watch in Comfort and Style: The Ultimate List of TV Accessories Now Available to Purchase On Samsung Online Store

The smallest products can bring about the biggest changes in our lifestyle. Enhancing your TV can be as simple as adding an accessory, but the results — from adding portability, to changing the format from landscape to portrait, to decorating your home — can have a significant impact on your viewing experience. We’ve compiled a list of the best simple and practical accessories made by Samsung Electronics to help you make the most out of your screen experience. Consume Content Horizontally or Vertically With the Auto Rotating Wall Mount & Stand Have you ever wanted to watch a vertical video meant for mobile on your Neo QLED or The Frame? With the Auto Rotating Wall Mount and Auto Rotating Stand, [1] you can watch content the way it’s intended. Simply press the rotation key on your remote control to automatically change the screen from horizontal to vertical mode for the perfect viewing experience. Not only can you enjoy various content in comfort, but you can also take advantage of...

Grab the best camera smartphone HONOR 70 at RM36/month with Digi Postpaid Plan

HONOR latest imaging flagship smartphone with SONY IMX800 Super Sensing Camera The HONOR 70 is dubbed as one of the best camera smartphones within the RM2,000 price range. Now Digi is offering the HONOR 70 at RM36/month with Digi Postpaid RM150 plan. Grab it now and get freebies worth RM298 inclusive of 1-year extended warranty and HONOR 70 casing. HONOR 70 Digi Postpaid Plan monthly installment (24 months): Phone Freedom 365 Monthly Fee (RM) Data (Quota) Monthly Device Price (RM) Saving up to ( RM ) Digi Postpaid 150 150 135GB 36 1,135 Digi Postpaid 120 120 105GB 46 859 Digi Postpaid 90 90 60GB 60 559 Digi Postpaid 60 60 40GB 83 7 Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the latest imaging flagship smartphone with RM0 upfront payment and 0% interest. Save more, spend less! Full details are available via the Digi website or visit your nearest Digi stores: https://store.digi.com.my/shop/phones/phonefreedom365/...

PUMA Launches The New Puma X Maggie Stephenson Collection

PUMA has unveiled the latest installment in its Female Artist Series, featuring illustrator Maggie Stephenson, whose abstract portrayals of women in lush, natural settings bring the female form to life. Perfectly aligned with this key initiative and PUMA’s She Moves Us campaign, Maggie’s whimsical work depicts strength in action—both physical and socially responsible. The PUMA x MAGGIE STEPHENSON collection showcases the artist’s empowering graphics and signature shape play on elevated performance footwear and apparel. Key pieces in the collection include:   PUMA x MAGGIE STEPHENSON LOW IMPACT BRA Inspired by the artist’s signature shape play, the PUMA x MAGGIE Low Impact Bra is a fashion-forward staple with curves aplenty. Soft lines meet in a feminine take on the racerback, while a tricolor design offers an on-trend color block look. Collab co-branding sits front and center on this ribbed essential. Key benefits include:  FOREVER BETTER : Made with at least 30% recycled polyester...

Increased Diversity of Shoppers Observed on Shopee

13 times more Functional Homemakers shopping on Shopee in 2022 compared to 2019 Kenneth Soh, Head of Marketing Campaigns at Shopee Malaysia As the year-end shopping season continues apace, Shopee Malaysia has dived deep into its data to understand what its users are searching for and what drives them to shop online. The e-commerce platform analysed the behaviour of frequent shoppers. Key findings include: There are 13 times more Functional Homemakers online this year compared to three years ago (Year-to-Date January to August 2022 vs same period 2019). Since 2019, the search for air-fryers has grown by 11 times, vacuum cleaners by 8 times and food processors by 4 times.    The top 5 online shopping personas as demonstrated keyword popularity on today are : Functional Homemakers (24%), who seek premium home appliances with a warranty and search for latest technology in smart home devices. Digital Replenishers (23%), who build an ecosystem of productive digital accessories wi...