A life changing win

A lucky winner from Sarawak has just won Magnum 4D Jackpot amounting RM9.38 million on 19 July 2022. A regular Magnum customer since 1998, the 45-years old lorry driver has always felt the luck and charisma with Magnum. The lucky winner played the 4D Jackpot by purchasing a System-3 ticket. The winning numbers 6905 (First Prize) and 4312 (First Prize) which won him RM9,389,629.00 were inspired by his favorite numbers.

The lucky winner said that he had several good winning experiences with Magnum 4D in the past, but this time is the most prosperous winning experience in his life. He had consistently purchased his numbers without fail for many years.

“I like buying Magnum 4D Jackpot because it is straightforward and easy to understand. On that day (19 July 2022), I am using MyMagnum App to check my result and realized that those numbers were my lucky numbers that I have always been purchasing. It will not go wrong, as I have been buying my numbers for so many years. I looked at the results many times to confirm that I won the lottery.” said the lucky winner.

“Finally, I decided to contact Magnum Careline for confirmation and verify the draw results on my winning. Only then, did I realize that I have become a multi-millionaire!” the winner said.

With an instant thrill as a winner, the lucky winner plans to celebrate his winning by giving some shares to his family, house renovation, and opening a saving account for his children for the future education funds. The winner was grateful for a game that had changed his life with hopes and happiness.

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Fresh Experiences at Heineken Hotel Takeover

Heineken is inviting consumers to immerse themselves in fresh experiences at the Heineken Hotel Takeover that will take guests on a journey that will redefine and elevate MUSIC, ART, WELLNESS and CULINARY experiences. Happening across two weekends from 23rd – 24th July and 30th – 31st July 2022 at KLoé Hotel, the Heineken Hotel Takeover aims to reignite the spark of discovery and exploration for all, right in the heart of KL.

Guests making their way through the hotel will have their attention drawn towards the iconic Heineken Green Door that will be featured throughout the Heineken Hotel Takeover, symbolising the world of opportunities that lie beyond when you take that first sip of Heineken.

The Heineken Hotel Takeover Experience

Bringing the Beats with Heineken Music: The Heineken Hotel Takeover will see Heineken claim various spaces within KLoé Hotel to present a wide variety of music acts. From House, to Hip Hop and EDM, guests can expect a stellar lineup of music acts that cater to any genre. The main party will take place in the Heineken Basement for party-goers to dance to the likes of Bad Habits, Bass Agents, and BATE. Expect hard-hitting, heart-pumping music accented by high-octane visual projections where guests will be able to unleash their party energy in full and party the night away with blazing beats.

Come Together with Heineken Social: From the moment guests step into the lobby, they will be immersed in the world of Heineken as they sip on a refreshing Heineken. Guests can choose to lounge and socialize amidst local DJs spinning chill tunes, or satiate their appetite with a quick bite from the Heineken Bar.

The art of Heineken Secret Rooms: Diving deeper into the Heineken experience are secret rooms that bring to life the five-star pillars of Heineken through a series of art installations. This includes a revolving mirror art installation and barley fields; natural ingredients; visual projections that represent Heineken’s unique A-yeast; a wall of 28 clocks to represent the horizontal brewing and 28-day lagering process and finally, a tasting room where one gets to pour their perfect pint. As a guide, guests will receive a passport which contains information on the secret rooms and clues on where to find these Instagrammable gems.

Enjoy culinary delights in Heineken Kitchen: Guests can enjoy curated gastronomic delights created especially for the Heineken Hotel Takeover. Whether they choose to dine-in at the Heineken Kitchen, or grab a bite on the go from the pool or lobby area, they can enjoy these hearty plates with more gusto when accompanied with a refreshing Heineken.

Live Well, Be Well with Heineken Wellness: Look forward to good vibrations as Heineken brings wellness to life through a series of high-energy, adrenaline-filled HIIT and dance classes! Guests can get their bodies moving and hearts pumping to specially curated playlists and cutting-edge visual projections, brought to you by expert fitness instructors from Euphoria Asia. Those who prefer a more zen experience can instead join in on relaxing yoga classes – all of which can be enjoyed responsibly with Heineken 0.0.

For the ultimate takeover experience, guests can book their Heineken staycation room for either weekend on KLoé Hotel’s website. Available on a first-come, first-served basis, the rooms will be uniquely branded Heineken alongside offering Heineken swag for guests to take home as memorabilia.

As a celebration of first sips, fresh experiences, and new friendships, the Heineken Hotel Takeover is a doorway to reinvigorate fresh experiences and unforgettable moments.

Save the date and be sure to join us at the Heineken Hotel Takeover for a weekend like no other! To register for a free Heineken at the event, visit: http://www.heineken.com/my/en/campaigns/firstsip/hotel-takeover.

*Heineken and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only.

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Discover the innovation of Guinness Draught in a Can

Earlier this year, Guinness Malaysia introduced Guinness Draught in a Can to the local market, offering lovers of the brew the smooth and creamy texture of a pub-poured pint from the comfort of their own homes. To officially introduce and to bring consumers through the innovation behind this product, Guinness Malaysia has launched House of Guinness – a hub that gives fans of the brand an added dash of magic to their usual drinking experience, all while immersing themselves in the world of Guinness at APW Bangsar.

Upon arrival at the House of Guinness, participants will need to earn their taste of Guinness Draught in a Can by successfully completing their mission to become Guinness Innovation Experts. First, they have to check in and will be promptly transported to the Guinness Innovation Lab. With no time to waste, they will be introduced to the world of Guinness and the new Guinness Draught in a Can.

After learning about the history and evolution of Guinness, as well as the technological advancement the brand has experienced over the years, guests will then be sent off to complete their first mission with the hint ‘The Widget is the Key’. This is where the nitrogen widget comes to play. Then, they will head onto their next task to ‘Activate the Widget’, before completing the ‘Release the Nitrogen’ mission and enter a giant can of Guinness Draught in a Can to feel the surge and settle. Those who successfully complete all three mission tasks will be awarded the title of Guinness Innovation Expert.

“We are excited to have launched Guinness Malaysia’s first-ever mission-based experience for fans to discover the innovation of Guinness Draught in a Can themselves. This new innovative product will provide a new drinking experience for fans to enjoy smooth and creamy Guinness Draught wherever they are, thanks to our nitrogen widget. We hope that through the House of Guinness, fans will get to spark magical moments while learning more about the uniqueness of the product in a playful and fun way,” said Shaun Lim, Marketing Manager of Guinness Malaysia.

To secure a spot at the House of Guinness, fans can sign up for free at www.houseofguinness.my and an email confirmation will be sent for participants to accept within 48 hours. Upon successful registration, each participant will be entitled to receive a complimentary Guinness Draught in a Can, and a limited-edition Guinness merchandise on the event day.

Be sure to join in on the fun as House of Guinness is available for fans to experience from now until the 4th of September, on Wednesdays to Sundays. So, do remember to book your slots in advance. Each participant may experience House of Guinness three times total on separate days for the duration of this event and is entitled to a complimentary Guinness Draught in a Can for each visit, as well as receive one limited-edition Guinness merchandise. Slots can only be booked one day before event day at the latest.

For more information about House of Guinness and Guinness Draught in a Can, visit https://www.houseofguinness.my/, as well as Guinness Malaysia’s social media pages at www.facebook.com/guinnessmalaysia and www.instagram.com/guinnessmy.

*Guinness and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only. Guinness Malaysia advocates responsible consumption and urges consumers to not drink and drive.

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Grants and incentives give boost to local entertainment scene

THE local entertainment scene is currently undergoing a revival following two years of the pandemic. Thanks to various initiatives devised by the Ministry of Communications and Multimedia Malaysia (K-KOMM) and implemented by the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS), filmmakers and creatives have gained access to valuable funding that has helped the raise the quality of their productions and encouraged the creation of more jobs, as Malaysia seeks to attract more foreign investment in the local film and television production industry.

Grants and incentives

One of the clearest ways that local filmmakers have received support from the government is through incentive funds and grants that are part of initiatives under K-KOMM, and channeled through FINAS.

One of the most prominent grants which has yielded results is the Digital Content Grant (DKD). From 2017 until June this year, an allocation totalling RM180.8 million made its way to industry players who received the DKD offer, to incentivise them to produce local works of various genres.

Among the recipients of this grant were the producers of the current number one film in Malaysia, Mat Kilau: Kebangkitan Pahlawan, which reportedly received a production grant of RM1.5 million and marketing fund of RM300,000.

The success of the film, which raked in over RM53 million during its first two weeks in theatres across Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, has been hailed as a sign that the government’s policies have been successful at encouraging local filmmakers to produce quality works which can penetrate both the local and international markets.

Other benefits to local filmmakers include the Feature Film Screening Incentive (ITFC), which is the government’s way of easing the burden of companies which have to pay entertainment taxes to state governments, and enable them to continue attracting audiences to the cinema.

FINAS CEO Prof Dr Md Nasir Ibrahim said in a news report that, as of last month, nearly RM400,000 in incentives had already been distributed to 10 selected local production companies. In total, RM25 million has been allocated to help filmmakers, which will be distributed over the course of five years, from 2021 to 2025.

Film In Malaysia Incentive (FIMI)

Another K-KOMM-led initiative which has proven to be a success has been the Film In Malaysia Incentive (FIMI), which provides an additional financial incentive for the production of creative content within Malaysia, including a 30% cash rebate on qualifying productions, whether Malaysian or international. There is also an additional 5% rebate for international productions with ‘cultural test elements’, where the production house mentions or credits Malaysia, whether through the dialogue or onscreen.

To qualify, foreign film production companies must use Malaysia for location filming and/ or post-production, and co-productions with a Malaysian film producer must be majority foreign-owned. In addition, the minimum cost of film production - including post-production - must be at least RM5 million, and all of the expenditure must be spent on the Malaysian market.

The aim of the initiative is to encourage support for the Malaysian content production industry, and is intended to showcase Malaysia’s ability to become a preferred destination and film production hub.

In May this year, a Malaysian delegation led by K-KOMM and FINAS, together with 13 local film production companies, participated in the Marche Du Film, the largest international gathering of professionals in the film industry, in Cannes, France.

Originally aiming for a sales target of RM50 million in foreign investment, the delegation ended up securing a total of RM158.7 million in closed sales and potential investments from international studios and production houses that included Warner Brothers, Sony Pictures, BBC and Netflix.

The initiative’s overwhelming success this year proves that Malaysia has what it takes to draw in and accommodate productions of a higher calibre. FINAS hopes to be able to match the achievements at Marche Du Film during later excursions to other international gatherings at the American Film Market (AFM) and the Asian TV Forum & Market (ATF) later this year.

According to Communications and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa, the initiative has brought countless benefits to the local economy, aside from enriching the local film and television production industry.

He said: “From 2013 to 2021, FINAS (through FIMI) has successfully brought in around RM4 billion in investments thanks to various international projects which have chosen to base a portion of their productions in Malaysia. This includes films such as Crazy Rich Asians, Kuu Kuu Harajuku, 6 Underground and the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian.”

Embracing technology

K-KOMM has also challenged the local creative industry to embrace the digital and technological revolution, and FINAS is hoping to answer the call through its Extended Reality (XR) Project. An application for RM8 million in funds to build the necessary facilities has been made to the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) and the Ministry of Finance, in order to take local film and video production capabilities to the next level.

XR technology utilises a combination of Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality and allows filmmakers to experiment with both special and digital effects. Under this project, FINAS has earmarked the Sound Stage in FINAS Hulu Kelang for implementation, and will allow production companies to reduce overall production costs in the long-term - including the rental of locations and props - as almost all effects will be able to be done virtually.

Among the advantaged: XR technology allows for special effects including backgrounds and landscapes to be projected directly onto an LED screen, and for more realistic lighting effects on actors and props, eliminating the glare from green screens.

In addition, improved XR technology would allow for film production to continue in situations where they would previously have had to be halted, whether due to time constraints, inclement weather conditions or in unexpected situations such as a global pandemic, as seen recently when most film productions were forced to shut down.

Proposal to cut entertainment tax

One of the entertainment industry’s long-standing issues has been the high tax (25%) imposed on creatives by state governments, which has been said to impede the growth of the local arts and film scene. K-KOMM has taken the initiative to intercede directly with local authorities in order to seek out a reduction in the amount of taxes paid.

K-KOMM Deputy Minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin told local media: “If the local authority imposes a very high entertainment tax, it will hamper the development of the film industry, and its quality.”

He added that that the government gave its full support to industry players to increase the number of local works, as well as increase the income of creative industry players.

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Cybersecurity for Kids: It’s Never Too Early To Begin

While the internet exposes children to a world beyond their normal reach, helping them develop their minds and imaginations, it also has its drawbacks due to the adult content that is also available.

Nevertheless, CyberSecurity Malaysia, a body under the Ministry of Communications and Multimedia Malaysia, has consistently promoted the building of a safe internet environment for children.

Its CEO, Datuk Dr Amirudin Abdul Wahab, said since 2010, CyberSecurity Malaysia in collaboration with the various agencies such as the Internet Society Malaysia, National Council of Women’s Organisations of Malaysia, Digi Telecommunications, Google, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, and Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, among others, ministries, and NGOs, have celebrated Safer Internet Day Malaysia Edition.

“Programmes and activities have been organised by CyberSecurity Malaysia together with these strategic partners who embrace the cybersecurity and internet safety agenda in Malaysia,” he told theSun.

One of the programmes, known as the National ICT Security Discourse -- CyberSAFE Challenge Trophy or NICTSeD for short is Malaysia’s first national cybersecurity school discourse initiated and organised annually by CyberSecurity Malaysia, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education Malaysia (MOE).

Since its inception in 2013, Amirudin said the programme had successfully achieved its goal as a method to disseminate knowledge on cyber security in ways that are interesting for students and teachers.

“The main objective of this programme is to encourage the creative and critical thinking of participants as they discuss today’s global internet and technological issues and identify ways to mitigate online risk and challenges. And in the process, teachers and students become smart and ethical Internet users.

“The National Cyber Ethics Initiatives (NCEI) is another programme that is developed as a coordinated effort to promote an appropriate and responsible use of technology to develop self-monitoring habits that sustain and improve digital communities.

“The National Cyber Security Awareness Module (MKKSN) is a learning and teaching initiative on cybersecurity that has been developed jointly by the Educational Resource and Technology Division (BSTP), MOE and CyberSecurity Malaysia.,” Amirudin said.

He said it is based on a study known as the National Cyber Security Awareness Baseline Studies, conducted by CyberSecurity Malaysia in collaboration with MOE to identify the level of cyber safety awareness among primary and secondary school students throughout Malaysia.

Additionally, Amirudin said CyberSecurity Malaysia also conducts awareness talks known as Cyber Security Awareness Talk (CSAT) to various age groups and demographics, such as school children, college and university students and the private and government sector.

“These awareness talks are conducted nationwide and include Sabah, Sarawak and the Federal Territory of Labuan. Application for talks can be made through CSAT’s online reservation platform at https://ift.tt/58xTmKa.

“In addition, there is also the collaboration with local media through public service announcements aimed at delivering positive messages on cyber security and the general well-being of the internet.

“As of December 2021, more than 30 cyber security messages were published daily. They covered issues such as scams, cyber-parenting tips, fake news, cyber sexual grooming, cyber-stalking, cyberbullying as well as several videos implemented in collaboration with CyberSAFE strategic partners on adolescents and children in cyberspace,” he said.

Amirudin said the initiatives have been able to help disseminate information to society and help the public understand the importance and deliver messages regarding current cybersecurity issues, apart from sharing best practices on computer and internet ethics, especially with identified target groups.

“There was also an increase in the number of requests for CyberSecurity Malaysia to conduct cybersecurity awareness talks around Malaysia every year. The demand to develop activities and programmes has led to increased understanding in various sectors of cyber security. This has helped reduce the risk of becoming victims of cybercrime,” he said.

Furthermore, Amirudin said the National Baseline Study on the level of Cyber Security Awareness Among School Children and Parents 2021/2022 was another project conducted by CyberSecurity Malaysia under the 12th Malaysia Plan.

The study was meant to identify school children’s level of awareness of cybersecurity components such as cyberbullying, identity theft and hacking, and analyse the level of awareness and control measures put in place by parents regarding cyber security threats. It also provided correlational analyses between cyber awareness and cyberattacks.

“This study covers the technological aspects of cybersecurity and Internet use involving school students. A total of 16,908 respondents comprising 13,953 school children, including special education students, and 2,955 parents, participated in the study from November 16 to December 3 last year.

“Before the study commenced, several briefing sessions were conducted with schoolteachers throughout the country, involving the purpose and procedures of the study. All school students who participated have accessed the online survey questions provided via the Ministry of Education’s DELIMa digital learning platform,” Amirudin said.

Moreover, he stressed that the initiatives were extremely important as children are particularly at risk because they often use the computer unsupervised, and are more likely than toddlers to participate in online discussions regarding companionship, relationships, or sexual activity.

“We want children to understand that their behaviour and actions online will also impact them as well as their friends and families offline. Therefore, they must learn to be responsible and ethical when going online to avoid being harmed or causing harm to others. Effective cyber parenting will assist children to grow up as good netizens,” he said.

As for plans to further enhance cybersecurity for minors, Amirudin said the Cyber Parenting Modules and Early Childhood Development for Preschoolers Module are to be taken as a prerequisite for owners and educational practitioners before opening kindergarten institutions.

“Cyber Security Awareness for Educators is a two-day, hands-on training and certification programme that provides the essential know-how that focuses on the human aspect of cyber security, enabling educators to develop and implement an effective security awareness programme for their students.

“Additionally, there will be follow-ups on the Anti-Cyberbullying Act as it is just as important as the reports which have been made by victims. It addresses what necessary counselling or rehabilitation measures have been made for the perpetrator,” he said.

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MSU Community outreach week

Management and Science University (MSU) has launched the MSU Community Outreach Week 2022 here recently.

Officiating the launch on July 1 at the MSU Chancellor Hall on campus in Shah Alam Section 13 was MSU President and MSU Foundation Chairman Professor Tan Sri Dato’ Wira Dr Mohd Shukri Ab Yajid.

Supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1 for No Poverty, 2 for Zero Hunger, 11 for Sustainable Cities and Communities, and 17 for Partnerships for the Goals, the community engagement effort aiming to aid the less fortunate fosters the Giving and Grateful (2G) culture among MSUrians.

A total of 200 families across the states of Malaysia as well as communities in Bangalore, India and Jakarta, Indonesia shall be receiving a cash aid of RM100 and an MSU box containing daily provisions to the tune of RM150. The donations start today until July 9

A hundred MSU boxes will be delivered by event organizer MSU Student and Career Development (SCD) Department with the three faculties and four schools of Management and Science University (MSU) – the Faculty of Business Management and Professional Studies (FBMP), the Faculty of Information Sciences and Engineering (FISE), the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences (FHLS), the International Medical School (IMS), the School of Pharmacy (SPH), the School of Education and Social Sciences (SESS), and the School of Hospitality and Creative Arts (SHCA).

Eighty boxes will be delivered by the MSU Learning Centre KL Sentral and the ten branches of MSU College nationwide – Shah Alam, Sungai Petani, Pulau Pinang, Ipoh, Terengganu, Kota Bharu, Johor Bharu, Seremban, Sabah, and Sarawak.

Twenty boxes are going out to Bangalore and Jakarta; respectively delivered by MSU International Medical School (IMS) offshore campus and Jakarta Global University (JGU).

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Tiger Beer turns iconic labels into symbols of courage

Being Asians, our courage to push forward is often held back by the fear of failure and judgment. Tiger Beer is no different. Before 1932, it was widely believed that you couldn’t brew beer in the Asian heat - beers at the time were of European origin. Yet Tiger defied the odds to create a lager, born in the streets of Asia, that is now world-acclaimed and Malaysia’s No. 1 beer.

With the same courageous spirit to overcome the odds, Tiger wants to empower Malaysians to pursue their passion with the #YetHereIAm campaign. Everyone has a story of defying expectations and showing personal courage – Tiger fans can now tell theirs with a custom-made image for social media, based on the brand’s iconic label design, and inspire others. To commemorate their spirit of not giving up while chasing their dreams, Tiger will turn their stories into personalised limited-edition Tiger bottles.

All they have to do is visit https://yethereiam.tigerbeer.com/, and follow a few simple steps to generate their customised label for the world to be inspired by their stories with the hashtag #YetHereIAm. All successful submissions will be entitled to redeem a personalised Tiger bottle for keepsake.

“Tiger is a brand that tirelessly champions individuals with potential and bold determination. As a true testament to what the brand stands for, the #YetHereIAm campaign encourages Malaysians to embody the spirit of Tiger, come forward and share their courageous story of challenging and defying the odds to achieve their passion. This campaign is apt as we continue to ROAR together in the Year of The Tiger, and UNCAGE unexpected possibilities,” said Joyce Lim, Marketing Manager of Tiger Beer Malaysia.

Besides the personalised limited-edition Tiger bottles, fans will get to enjoy exclusive promotions and giveaways during the campaign period too. From now until the end of July, exclusive Tiger Bum Bags are up for grabs. Fans who purchase two six-can-packs of Tiger Beer or Tiger Crystal from www.drinkies.my, will receive one bum bag while those who purchase a 24-can-pack will receive two bum bags. Meanwhile, at participating pubs and bars, those who purchase two sets of Tiger Beer or Tiger Crystal will walk away with one bum bag. Speaking of exclusive promotions, shoppers at hypermarkets and supermarkets can get their hands on a limited-edition pack (containing eight cans of Tiger Beer and two cans of Tiger Crystal)

Furthermore, to keep the momentum going in conjunction with the spirit of the Year of The Tiger, Tiger Beer also embarked on a journey to discover and reward upcoming talents through the Uncage Fund platform. With the proceeds gathered from the sales of ‘The Tiger Archives’, an exclusive NFT collection created in collaboration with Pestle Mortar Clothing (PMC), 30% of the sum will go towards supporting local musicians, artists, and street food chefs throughout the year. The Discord community will be voting for their preferred talents in July, and the winner will be revealed at the next NFT holders’ event held exclusively for the community.

For more information about the #YetHereIAm campaign, visit https://yethereiam.tigerbeer.com/. For more details on the ongoing promotions and participating outlets, visit Tiger’s social media pages at www.facebook.com/TigerBeerMY and www.instagram.com/tigerbeermy.

*Tiger Beer and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only. Tiger Beer advocates responsible consumption and urges consumers to not drink and drive.

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First Global’s 2022 annual dinner

Founded in 2016, First Global Group has always adhered to the tenet of “Providing professional services that are keeping pace with times” by providing professional one-stop real estate agency services, assisting customers in dealing with residences, commercial centres, and helping customers to realise their dreams of home. On July 7, 2022, First Global Group held its 5th-anniversary dinner with the themed “CRAZY RICH NIGHT”. At First Global’s 5th Anniversary Award Dinner, the agency shared its achievements of the past year with all the elites of the company and commended those with outstanding performance.

At the annual dinner, Sophia Chong, Founder and Managing Director of First Global Group, was delighted to announce that the company had achieved a strong sales performance of RM1.8 billion in the past year. “I am grateful to the team for their continuous efforts last year, the high achievement is the best proof of our hard work. I hope everyone will stay resilient, and let us work together to become the highest-performing real estate agency in Malaysia!” said Chong.

During the award night, First Global Group presented 292 awards to the best-performed real estate consultants, leaders and best sales teams. This year’s Outstanding Alliance - STG; Top Sales Producer - Sebastian Teo Yu Lern; Top Rookie Award - Kin Lee Wei Kian. In addition, there is a special lucky draw session with a total value of more than RM388,000 to encourage everyone who fights with the company.

Furthermore, Chong also announced two new plans for the company at the dinner, including the implementation of the concept of “Youth Entrepreneurship”, which mainly encourages young people to start up their own businesses during studies or after graduation. Upon interest to join the real estate industry, the company will provide a full range of training courses, as well as the 5-day express commission payment, and under the company’s plan to actively expand overseas markets, it will definitely provide young people with more choices and cross-border employment opportunities.

Chong also pointed out that the company has been keeping up with economic and social dynamics, which has now gradually evolved into a team training model, aimed to let the team embodies a smooth coordination sales model and use mutual assistance and promotion to close the first deal within a week. “I believe that anyone can become a real estate consultant with hard work and dedication,” said Chong.

Apart from that, First Global Group will launch two major plans this year: the “Dare to Challenge Program” and the “Special Collaboration System”. The first plan is that those who can accumulate specific sales performance within three months will receive higher commissions; while the latter plan is to let new partners earn their first pot of gold with zero commitment to further encourage the frontline teams.

Chong from Sabah, East Malaysia, came to Kuala Lumpur at the age of 17. After obtaining a double degree in Business Management and Corporate Finance, she followed in her father’s footsteps and joined a real estate company, which has opened her splendid career since then. She founded First Global Group in 2016, and in just a few years, it has become one of the most famous companies in the industry. Even though the world was hit by the pandemic, the company remained resilient and focused, expanding its team of 500 people to more than 1,000 people in only two years.

Datuk Wira Joey Lim Hock Guan DCSM, DMSM, PJK, JP Managing Director & CEO of LBS Bina Group Berhad, expressed that he has known Chong for many years and frankly admitted that he was not too confident when she came to him for a partnership. However, Chong’s impressive performance and getting top sales for the company have since boosted the company’s confidence in her and it has been a great partnership.

Datuk Wira Lim pointed out that compared to the dinner two years ago, the team members at First Global Group looked very different in terms of how they dressed up and their appearance. “Clearly, the company has been treating them very well, which shows that the company is doing very well. It’s very rare to see companies host a dinner like this.”

Datuk Wira Lim congratulated the members of First Global Group and was glad to see them enjoying the fruits of their labour, wishing them the best of luck in their future endeavours and to have a continued partnership with LBS.

The end of the annual dinner marks the end of one year and a new chapter for the company in 2022. Chong thanked everyone for their hard work and dedication in the past year. “This dinner wouldn’t happen without all of you. First Global Group belongs to everyone,” said Chong. She also hopes that all team members can do their best so that customers can believe in their professionalism, and so that the company can work together to become the No.1 real estate agency.

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Share your symbol of courage

THERE are two different ways that people can live their lives – play it safe, or have the courage to take risks and beat the odds in order to succeed.

Before 1932, it was widely believed you couldn’t brew beer in the Asian heat, as beers at the time were of European origin, and were believed to only be able to be brewed in cooler climates. Yet Tiger defied the odds to create a world-acclaimed lager, born in the streets of Asia.

This courageous, innovative spirit has carried on in the way the Tiger brand continues to encourage fans to take charge of their own destiny, and to pursue their own passions despite overwhelming odds.

Share your story

Tiger wants to empower Malaysians to Uncage the Tiger within through the #YetHereIAm campaign – by changing its iconic label into symbols of courage.

To that end, Tiger is looking for people to share their own stories of defying expectations and overcoming the odds, which will then be immortalised on one of Tiger’s iconic beer bottles.

Share your own story of courage by visiting the campaign microsite, and follow these simple steps: Complete the line “They said I couldn’t ... ” by typing out a three-word phrase that best sums up your story, or choose from a pre-set list.

Your inspirational phrase will then be turned into a custom-made image, based on Tiger’s iconic label design, which you can then download and share on social media with the hashtag #YetHereIAm. Don’t forget to tag @tigerbeerMY to announce that you are joining the movement.

Once you have shared your image, you can then redeem a personalised limited-edition Tiger bottle printed with your customised badge, transforming it into a symbol of individual courage for you to show to the world.

Only one bottle redeemed per person, while stocks last. Tiger Beer advocates responsible consumption and we urge you to #DrinkResponsibly. Do not drink and drive. For non-Muslims aged 21 and above only.

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Spend, Twist & Win at MOP KLIA Sepang

Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA Sepang (MOP KLIA), Japan’s branded factory outlet shopping mall, is celebrating its 7th Anniversary from June 24 until July 31 with a host of activities and prizes up for grabs.

Rewards worth a total of RM100,000 can be won through its “Spend, Twist & Win” campaign with prize offerings that include shopping and F&B vouchers as well as other premium gift items. Limited to only 200 daily winners with a minimum spend of RM300 in a maximum of two receipts, shoppers are advised to shop early to be in the running to win prizes.

As part of the anniversary celebration, visitors to MOP KLIA will also be treated to an appearance of Pinkfong Baby Shark on July 9 and 10 as well as on July 16 and 17 at the main concourse, Sunshine Square of the mall. There will be a meet and greet session at 2 PM, 4 PM,and 6 PM with Pinkfong Baby Shark. Children will be entitled to take a photo on stage with Pinkfong Baby Shark with a minimum purchase at the Toy World merchandise booth.

“This year’s anniversary celebration caters to families with young children as well as young adults who are fans of Pinkfong Baby Shark. With every celebration, we aim to create new experiences for visitors and shoppers so that there is always something new to look forward, to experience or to try new offerings,” said TJ Cheah, Deputy Managing Director of MFMA Development Sdn Bhd.

Visitors to MOP KLIA will see a transformation of the mall into a Colourful Paradise that is adorned with Instagram-worthy displays, such as neon light, sprinkles, photogenic decoration and more.

Shoppers with an interest in arts and crafts can take part in a DIY Tote Bag activity which entitles them to create a personalized gift for themselves with a minimum spend of RM200 in a maximum of two receipts.

Birthday After Party Late Night Sale from 10pm till 12 midnight will be held on three consecutive days from July 8 until July 10 with discounts offered up to 80%, welcome gift giveaways, happy hour instant cashback reward and more that will make shopping at MOP KLIA even more rewarding and fun.

With Phase 3 recently just opened, visitors can also take the opportunity to visit the 5 new concept stores, i.e., PUMA Factory Outlet Concept Store, Nike Unite KLIA, adidas Factory Outlet, OBJET, and COURTS.

MOP KLIA is strategically located just 8 minutes away from KLIA and klia2 and approximately 45 minutes from KL City Centre. The outlet mall is easily accessible through various highways such as ELITE, LDP, KESAS, MAJU Expressway, North-South Expressway Central Link, and NKVE. Getting to MOP KLIA is also convenient as there are ample public transportation services available.

For more information on upcoming offers, promotions, and happenings at MOP KLIA, visit www.mitsuioutletparkklia.com.my or www.facebook.com/MOPKLIA.

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Borneo Music Festival tickets on sale now!

The long wait is finally over for those yearning to revel at a live music festival as the first-ever Borneo Music Festival Live 2022 is finally happening on 9th and 10th September 2022 at Sarawak Cultural Village in Kuching, Sarawak!

Brought to you exclusively by Amazing Aurora Entertainment, and organised by Firmament Event Studio in collaboration with More Entertainment, the first-of-its-kind outdoor music festival in Sarawak will bring together renowned artists from six countries across the world, uniting different music genres on one platform.

Festival-goers can look forward to dancing and singing their hearts out with Alan Walker from the United Kingdom, DJ Soda from the land of K-pop; DJ Alexis Grace, DJ Ice Cream, DJ Chacha, DJ MYVAX and DJ Paul from Malaysia, Nicole Chen from Singapore, DJ X-Factor from the Philippines, DJ Venom C and Moski Love from Indonesia, as well as a stellar line?up of Malaysian singers including Rynn Lim, ThomasJack and Priscilla Abby together with our local music band At Adau and Tuku’ Kame’.

Making his debut appearance in Sarawak, Alan Walker has received diamond certification in Germany and multi-platinum certifications in over 10 countries including the US and UK for his ever-popular single “Faded” and has been continuously delivering thumping, melodic tunes with a string of hits and sold-out shows all over the world.

DJ Soda, crowned as one of South Korea’s hottest DJ, is no stranger to the scene. With millions of followers online, this international phenomenon known for her energetic, genre-blending live sets is sure to take the crowd on a high alongside her signature on-stage persona.

To gear up for the festival, there will be a 2-day-only special discount for ticket buyers to enjoy 10% off Early Bird tickets on 6th and 7th July. Mark your calendars and be prepared to grab your tickets online at www.excitix.com.my to not miss out on the first-ever Borneo Music Festival Live 2022.

Tickets to Borneo Music Festival Live 2022 will go on sale from 6th July, 12pm onwards and are priced at:

2-DAY PASS – GA (GENERAL ADMISSION)

Early Bird: RM400 (10% OFF ON 6-7 JULY)

Phase 1: RM450

Phase 2: RM500

2-DAY PASS – ROCK ZONE

Early Bird: RM680 (10% OFF ON 6-7 JULY)

Phase 1: RM750

Phase 2: RM800 Note:

All ticket prices are subject to an RM4 processing fee.

Admission to this music festival is strictly for 18 years old and above.

Stay tuned for the latest updates on Borneo Music Festival Live 2022 by following @bmfl2022 on Facebook.

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#SAPOTLOKAL with Disney+ Hotstar this Hari Raya Haji

AS we come together to celebrate Hari Raya Haji over the long weekend, sit back, relax with your family and friends, and enjoy some of the hottest releases on Disney+ Hotstar. We’ve lined up a selection of local shows from our own backyard – from animations to comedies to dramas, there is something for everyone! Here are our top picks that will keep you and your loved ones entertained this holiday weekend.

Ejen Ali Season 3

Not just for kids, Ejen Ali appeals to all of us with his story. Season 3 follows the titular character and the young Ejens from MATA Academy as they reunite for a secret competition at the MATA Arena. Ali strives to honor his late mother’s legacy and become the MATA Arena champion, but he must find his way without the supercomputer device IRIS, amidst intense competition from highly-skilled International Ejens. As the competition progresses, a secret plot to disrupt MATA and gain control over the futuristic city of Cyberaya comes to light. Follow Ejen Ali’s adventures as new episodes unfold every Saturday.

Ejen Ali: The Movie

Can’t get enough of Ejen Ali? Double your spy shenanigans this weekend with the Ejen Ali movie! After being accidentally recruited as a spy, 12-year-old Ali has now grown to embrace his role in secret agency Meta Advance Tactical Agency (MATA) to protect the futuristic city of Cyberaya from outside threats. As MATA seeks to upgrade its gadgets for its agents, Ali embarks on a mission to stop a plot against Cyberaya but begins to question his loyalty as events unfold. Find out whether Ali can overcome the struggles of his new role in this animated movie that will delight both kids and adults alike.

Melur Untuk Firdaus

Love drama? This one’s for you! Starring rising local stars Meerqeen and Anna Jobling, this series follows the struggles of Firdaus as he is forced to abide by the seven conditions given by Melur, his wife in an arranged marriage. The plot thickens as it is revealed that he is doing this in order to continue a relationship with his lover. Will Firdaus be able to balance the demands of both his wife and lover, and maintain harmony within this tangled trio? Each new episode is available on Disney+ Hotstar up to 15 hours ahead of primetime television so be the first to find out how it all plays out when the series finale airs on July 15!

Keluarga Untuk Disewa

Starring the late Adibah Noor, this series tells the story of Aina, who survived a tragic road accident that killed her entire family. Aina suffers from amnesia after the accident and is taken in by her grandmother, Puan Sri Maimon (Adibah Noor) who hires a group of strangers to pretend to be Aina’s family. Despite their best efforts and intentions, hijinks unfold as Aina grows suspicious of her “family members”. Watch how she discovers the truth in this series that is sure to provide comedic relief for the whole family.

Roxy

Aqil and Arissa, a working couple, have been struggling to find a domestic helper who can keep up with their busy lifestyle and high expectations. Problem-solver Aqil tries to help by bringing home a human robot to work as their “helper”. Enter Roxy the robot, who takes control of the household and seems to be the perfect solution, but things quickly take a comedic turn for the worse when human emotions come into play. Will Roxy be the best helper ever or will the family have to give her up? Stream the series on Disney+ Hotstar to find out.

Upin dan Ipin: Keris Siamang Tunggal

Follow the adventures of our favourite twins, Upin and Ipin, as they stumble upon a mystical keris in Tok Dalang’s storeroom that opens a portal and leads them straight into the heart of the kingdom. While trying to find their way back home to Kampung Durian Runtuh, the disoriented kids are suddenly burdened with the task of restoring the kingdom back to its former glory. With help from characters from Malaysian tales and folklore, Mat Jenin and Belalang, Upin, Ipin and their friends must overcome a series of challenging obstacles in this action-packed, magical, and humorous adventure film produced by Les’ Copaque Production.

Enjoy your Hari Raya Haji long weekend with these top picks, along with all your other favourite shows on Disney+ Hotstar.

Malaysians can stream their favourite shows and films now by subscribing to the service directly at DisneyPlusHotstar.my or via the Disney+ Hotstar app on Android and iOS devices, for RM54.90 for three months.

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TikTok empowers SME Growth

TikTok Shop, the e-commerce solution from the leading destination for short-form mobile videos, TikTok, is encouraging more local brands to stand out in today's competitive marketplace through creative representation of their products via TikTok Shop in conjunction with Micro-, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Day.

Celebrated on 27 June annually, MSME Day focuses on unlocking the “power of small“ and acknowledges SMEs’ potential to contribute to the nation’s economy. In 2020, amidst the challenges brought on by the pandemic, Malaysian SMEs have contributed to 38% of the local GDP with an added value of more than RM500 million.

Since TikTok Shop reached Malaysian shores earlier this year, SMEs of all types and sizes have been able to utilise TikTok Shop to expand their growth and reach their full potential. Sellers such as toy giant, Vivo Malaysia, waterdaddy_oe, watermummy_oe and bospami who were participants in previous TikTok Shop campaigns, can testify to the effectiveness of TikTok Shop, which can be seen in this video here.

Through TikTok Shop's unique shoppertainment approach, these sellers were able to entertain their audiences through a combination of shoppable videos and livestreaming - allowing them to capture a larger customer base and increase their sales for greater growth.

Boosting SME Growth Step by Step

Other TikTok Shop stories of growth include Zucca, a ladieswear brand that saw a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) increase of RM200,000 from a previous seller campaign. Gary Ng, co-founder of Zucca shares that TikTok Shop was able to simplify the buying process for their customers that ultimately benefitted small companies such as theirs.

“We do not need to incur much cost as we can use our mobile phones to livestream without any hassle. Registering to become a seller is also an easy process without restrictions - one only needs to meet the requirements set by TikTok Shop and can begin selling without too much fuss. Through TikTok Shop, we can interact with our customers and receive direct feedback from them so we can identify their needs. Therefore, we are able to solve their problems immediately - we appreciate tapping onto this platform and look forward to growing more with TikTok Shop,“ he shares.

Gdeal, a company selling an array of fashion and household items saw a 2000% increase in GMV growth in May 2022 compared to just the two months before in March after participating in a seller campaign.

Gdeal director Tim Teoh shares, “When we knew that TikTok was going to introduce a live broadcast and e-commerce shop feature, we were excited and created many videos to gain fans. Through constant exploration and experimentation, we slowly grew our audience base to the 66,000 followers that we have now ,“ Tim shares. “At the beginning of the live broadcast, the response was not as expected but we did not give up and kept trying. With more live broadcasts, our fan base also began to increase. When fans have confidence in our shop, our sales also started to grow. The TikTok Shop system is stable too and makes our operation smooth - our customers also love TikTok Shop vouchers!”

Ben Wing, CEO of beauty and skincare store Treeskin Beauty, one of the pioneering sellers on TikTok Shop Malaysia has also seen vast growth, taking the lead in the beauty segment on TikTok Shop locally. While he was not familiar with livestreaming at first, he was supported by the TikTok Shop team who guided him throughout the entire process - which led to him exceeding RM100,000 in sales within the first month.

“It took only 12 days for live broadcast sales to increase by 932%. With more short videos and livestreams, Treeskin Beauty was able to hit our sales peaks on TikTok Shop. TikTok Shop has a very comprehensive system, which includes account managers to support merchants and TikTok Shop Partners (TSP) to help. I believe that in TikTok Shop, even if you are just a novice, as long as you persevere, you will be able to achieve success.”

Darren Quek, Strategy Operations Manager, TikTok Malaysia shares that TikTok intends to build a positive shopping environment that shoppers can trust. “It is important to us to that users can shop with confidence and TikTok is committed to protecting the safety of all users - be it consumers, creators, sellers and other TikTok Shop partners. All products offered must adhere to guidelines set by TikTok Shop so we are able to provide a secure and enjoyable experience for all.”

Download or open the TikTok app today to discover more about TikTok Shop. TikTok is available for free on iOS and Android via the Apple Store, Google Play Store and Huawei AppGallery.

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A PAWsome good time

This year, Sunway Malls is bringing PAW Patrol Rescue Knights to life with fun activities and even more PAW-some adventures! Beginning with Sunway Pyramid this June, the campaign will continue in other Sunway Malls across Malaysia throughout the rest of 2022.

Along with their families, children can experience our version of Barkingburg Castle like never before. Making its first stop at Sunway Pyramid first from 23 June to 11 July, shoppers can then continue with their mission with the pups in different months until November in other Sunway Malls as well. The interactive castle playground, which takes centre stage in the Orange concourse will include a spiral climber, two-lane slide, rope climbing, a rock climber, a tic-tac-toe play panel and a castle rooftop for a bird’s eye view of the space. Little ones can also unleash their creativity with their best poses and props to get an unforgettable picture together with a visual of Sparks, the friendly dragon.

Several interactive activities are also in place for shoppers and their families to enjoy - and redeem a limited-edition PAW Patrol sticker sheet while they are at it. These include the memory game Matching Pairs; marksmanship game Shooting with Hoops; Knock the Tower by kicking a ball to topple frozen cans; photo station The Bone in the Stone; and a firefighting mission with Marshall’s Junior Firefighter Test. In addition to redeeming the sticker sheets, shoppers stand to win limited edition PAW Patrol merchandise as well.*

A Sunway eMall section filled with PAW Patrol merchandise will also be on display for fans and shoppers who can make purchases. They can check out the items physically and make purchases via the website at the booth. Shoppers who register as an eMall member and follow Sunway eMall social media will be bringing home PAW Patrol merchandise along with an exclusive shopping voucher. Be sure to get them fast as it’s on a first-come, first-served basis.

Parents and children should also mark their calendars for every weekend as both Marshall and Chase will be making an appearance at the concourse of the malls at selected time slots for children to meet, greet and snap photos with them – it’s an experience that they will surely not want to miss! For greater convenience, parents can plan ahead for their visit by checking on the meet and greet time slots available at https://ift.tt/m8NklAc.

Sunway Malls, General Manager - Marketing, Business Innovation, eMall, Loo Hoey Theen, shares, “When we plan for events for our malls, it is always important to us to bring engaging experiences to our shoppers so they get an experience beyond what they are used to when visiting a shopping mall. This collaboration with PAW Patrol is an exclusive one that we wanted to bring to life especially in Sunway Malls so that we can provide an experience that everyone can look forward to and create wonderful memories with their families and loved ones. They can take part in the interactive experiences or simply take photographs to remember the day by – all of which we hope will create joy and lasting impressions that they can cherish for a long time to come.”

After the pups complete their rounds in Sunway Pyramid, Marshall and Chase will make stops at other Sunway Malls nationwide through the end of the year, beginning with Sunway Carnival Mall, Sunway Big Box Retail Park, Sunway Putra Mall and Sunway Velocity.

Date Sunway Malls

23 June – 11 July 2022 Sunway Pyramid

28 July – 14 Aug 2022 Sunway Carnival Mall

2 Sept – 18 Sept 2022 Sunway Big Box retail Park

23 Sept – 9 Oct 2022 Sunway Putra Mall

3 Nov – 20 Nov 2022 Sunway Velocity Mall

*Please note that event dates, activities and details are subject to change.

For more information on each Sunway Mall’s PAW Patrol Rescue Knights campaign and exclusive activities, visit www.sunwaymalls.com/pawpatrol and stay tuned to each Sunway Mall’s social media platforms.

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