Mutiara Austin Residence - Ehsan Property’s newest innovative residential development

JOHOR BAHRU: Ehsan Property, a company that is swiftly developing a reputation for its visual conceptualisation and provision of premium assets has just revealed their newest innovative architecture, Mutiara Austin Residence, a new residential development in Mount Austin, Johor by Lintang Hebat Sdn Bhd.

Dato’ Haji Abdul Hamid Bin P.V Abdu, the company’s founder said that the driving factor to Mutiara Austin Residence is its proximity to the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore high speed rail (KL-SG HSR) development.

“Because of the surrounding infrastructure and the upcoming KL-SG HSR, there is a pent-up demand for new properties in this area. In comparison to two years ago, the real estate market is also more solid now,“ he said.

Mount Austin is also a well developed area with a lot of desired services and facilities, including Ikea, Lotus, Toppen, hospitals, and colleges and universities.

Abdul Hamid added that Mount Austin was chosen as the location of the project due to the abundance of amenities surrounding it and its close proximity to Johor Bahru city centre.

Along with it, Mount Austin is well known for its high end product offering which adds the value of good demographics that affects the reputation of the area.

“We did a case study on the area and we understand that there is strong demand for affordable houses,“ he added.

Dato’ Haji Abdul Hamid said properties are established through the company’s principle-based transactions, consistent efforts, and skillful execution rather than through physical strength.

The project’s name, Mutiara Austin Residence, is meant to evoke the image of a pearl in a vast ocean.

Mutiara Austin Residence comprises three blocks of service apartments with a total of 650 units and is a new high-rise development project by Lintang Hebat Sdn Bhd. Strategically located within Mount Austin vicinity, it is a five minute driving distance to Aeon Tebrau and Ikea Tebrau.

For those who enjoy greenery, Mutiara Austin Residence is crafted with a green design philosophy, which is extremely evident on the facility level where there is an herb garden.

He asserts that the unit types with the highest levels of interest from potential buyers right now are Type A, which has a built-up area of 743 square feet (2+1 rooms and 2 bathrooms), and Type B, which has a built-up area of 862 square feet (3 rooms and 2 bathrooms).

“We have more of these types of units in the project since they are not too big and are affordable for small families and first-time home purchasers. We do offer a very intriguing discount to those who purchase Bumi-lots. We also provide partially furnished units, he added.

Mutiara Austin Residence is expected to be completed by the end of 2026 and the project’s Phase 1 sales have reached 88 per cent. Phase 2 will launch by October of this year, according to Dato’ Haji Abdul Hamid.

“Overall, we target our project to be completely sold out by the end of 2023. This goal is driven by the demand that we have seen as well as the project’s strategic location in the heart of Mount Austin,“ he said.

The target demographic for Mutiara Austin Residence includes newlywed couples, young professionals, and first-time homebuyers.

He said the company expected the project to be completely sold out by the end of 2023, driven by the demand and strategic location.

According to Abdul Hamid, the company intends to create more affordable housing as well as high quality property projects in the future in an effort to continue expanding throughout Malaysia.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic: Inspiring your best self, day and night

PETALING JAYA: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the new Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic, designed to help users build healthier habits every day and through the night.

Galaxy Watch6 series packs holistic health offerings and powerful performance in a refined and sleek design, boasting a slimmer bezel, a larger and more vibrant display, and more interactive user interface.

Both models also allow users to access a greater selection of versatile watch faces as well as new band options that empower them to meet their goals.

“With the new Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic, we are delivering on our commitment to advanced health monitoring tools, now offering easier access right from the wrist,” said President and Head of Mobile eXperience at Samsung Electronics, TM Roh.

“From sleep and fitness coaching to nutritional insights, Samsung is providing new and convenient ways to help users gain understanding and take action for better health and wellness, every day and every night.”

Personalised guidance for a healthier you – starting with sleep

Galaxy Watch6 series provides meaningful insights that can lead to positive changes around the clock, offering personalised and actionable tips, advice and encouragement.

Recognising that better health begins with better sleep, Samsung is helping users optimise their night in the same way they optimise their day by focusing on three key elements of better sleep: understanding personal sleep patterns, building better habits and establishing a sleep-friendly environment.

Building on leading-edge sleep and wellness features, Galaxy Watch6 series now offers in-depth analysis of Sleep Score Factors – total sleep time, sleep cycle, awake time, plus physical and mental recovery – to help users understand the quality of sleep received each night.

More individualised Sleep Messages5, co-developed with the National Sleep Foundation, also provide users with detailed feedback about their sleep health each morning. Additionally, Galaxy Watch6 offers Sleep Consistency showing how consistent the user’s sleep and wake times are, and a designated Sleep Animal Symbol representing their sleep type.

Enhanced Sleep Coaching6 enables users to put sleep insights into action with tailored instructions, tips and reminders accessible on both their wrist and paired smartphone. When it’s time for bed, Galaxy Watch6 can help set the perfect sleep environment by automatically changing the settings of connected home electronics and turning on Sleep Mode across the user’s watch and phone to mute notifications, dim screens, and even to activate the invisible LED infrared sensor on the watch to deliver valuable health insights without additional light distractions.

Fitness features get more personalised to keep users motivated throughout their journey. Body Composition, with key physical measurements like skeletal muscle, basal metabolic rate, body water and body fat percentage, provides a complete snapshot of the user’s body and fitness, offering a tailored approach to set goals, track progress, and guide through personalised fitness and now nutritional tips via a new partnership with Whisk.

A new Personalized Heart Rate Zone feature analyses individual physical capabilities and defines five optimal running intensity levels to help users set their own goals based on their ability – from burning fat to high intensity workout. In addition to over 100 existing workout trackers, the newly added Track Run records the user’s runs on a track, while Custom Workout allows users to build and track their personalised workout routine.

In addition to blood pressure and electrocardiogram monitoring, HR Alert32 helps users better understand their heart health, detecting abnormally high or low heart rates in the background.

Refined design, perfectly yours

Elevating the wearable experience, Galaxy Watch6 series offers all new designs that provide better viewing, greater power and a wider selection of more customisable and comfortable options3.

Reading and writing is easier on the 20 per cent larger display, showcasing more text on screen and a larger keyboard – all while maintaining a comfortable size.

A more vibrant, higher resolution display3 boasts a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, coupled with an Always On Display brightness adjustment feature, allowing users to see and do more even under bright sunlight. Powered by the enhanced processor and memory, Galaxy Watch6 delivers smoother and faster interactions3.

Galaxy Watch6 and Watch6 Classic come with a 30 per cent slimmer bezel and a 15 per cent thinner rotating bezel respectively, enhancing the beauty of the signature circle frame. Galaxy Watch6 series features new stylish, interactive and informative watch faces that make the most of the large display, while new one-click bands allow users to easily mix and match watch bands.

With over 704 unique combinations, users can design their perfect watch on Samsung.com. For example, a new lightweight Fabric Band and Sleep Coaching watch face pair perfectly to help you gain informative sleep insights in comfort.

Galaxy Watch6 series comes with a larger battery and reduced battery consumption to support its larger and brighter display, perfect for tracking their sleep during the night.

Maximising your experience right from your wrist

Galaxy Watch6 series brings greater capabilities to the wrist of every user. The new Samsung Wallet on Galaxy Watch6 combines Samsung Pay in their watch. Enhanced Gesture Control allows users to conveniently manage their watch using simple gestures for greater accessibility and ease, letting them set their own shortcuts and now access apps and functions touch-free.

WhatsApp makes it easier for Galaxy Watch users to stay connected with friends and family, all without getting out a phone. Users can stay productive right from their watch with new apps from Google Calendar and Gmail, which will be exclusively available on Wear OS.

They can also track fitness progress or nutritional data more easily with Samsung Health updates, and coming soon, enjoy additional streaming options with Audible. Together with other Samsung devices, Galaxy Watch6 series expands user experiences even further.

The upgraded Camera Controller enables remote control of a paired Galaxy Z Flip5 camera to switch modes, angles, and zoom. Samsung Smart TV or Galaxy Tab S9 shows the user’s progress in real time with a guided fitness or mindfulness program on the large screen.

Users can also automatically toggle the connection of Galaxy Buds2 Pro between Samsung devices via Auto Switch. Should users happen to misplace their phone, Galaxy Watch6 series can now pinpoint its location through Find My Phone with map support.

And as always, personal data on the watch remains secure thanks to the Samsung Knox security platform.

Availability

Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic will be available in Malaysia nationwide from 18 August 2023 onwards.

To learn more about Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic, please visit: www.samsungmobilepress.com, news.samsung.com/my/ or www.samsung.com/my/watches/

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 sets the new standard to bring Galaxy’s premium experience to a tablet

PETALING JAYA: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announces its new Galaxy Tab S9 series, a premium product portfolio that redefines the tablet landscape and sets new standards for immersive viewing and creative freedom.

Across all three models, Galaxy Tab S9, S9+ and S9 Ultra, Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays ensure epic viewing and entertainment experiences with the power of Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy.

An in-box, IP68-rated S Pen helps users bring their ideas to life. And as the first Galaxy Tab S series to earn an IP68 rating, Galaxy Tab S9 series enables users to follow their inspiration, both indoors and out.

“There are no devices like the Galaxy Tab S9 on the market today. A true disrupter in its category, it is the first of its kind to deliver experiences that users love most about tablets in one complete premium design,” said President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics, TM Roh.

“The Galaxy Tab S9 series empowers users to take their big ideas and bring them to life, completely effortlessly,” he added.

Discover a World of Entertainment and Inspiration on the Go

Whether playing games or watching videos, Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra’s 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display delivers an entertainment experience that is immersive and portable. Galaxy Tab S9 series’ HDR10+ ensures scene-by-scene, frame-by-frame tone optimisation with a wide range of colors and brightness.

The dynamic refresh rate of the Galaxy Tab S9 series automatically calibrates from 60 to 120Hz to balance smooth responsiveness with optimised battery efficiency. Eye Comfort also reduces eye strain with low blue light, reduced by more than 70 per cent. It brings sharp details to life, making photography, blueprints, animations and more look crisp and clear. Plus, the 16:10 aspect ratio presents TV and movies as they are meant to be viewed.

Entertainment on the Galaxy Tab S9 series’ is enhanced by spacious audio delivered through 20 per cent larger quad speakers with sound by AKG speaker system and Dolby Atmos immersive sound. To ensure a cinematic sound experience, Galaxy Tab S9 users can also choose from customised sound settings for gaming, listening to music, taking video calls and more.

For those who want to take their entertainment outdoors, innovative Vision Booster technology is now on Galaxy Tab S9 series. It automatically detects bright lighting conditions and adapts to keep the screen vivid. And with the Smart Book Cover that stands all on its own, adjust the device to either portrait or landscape orientation for hands-free viewing.

The Galaxy Tab S9 series is sleeker than ever, but it packs a punch. Every device is equipped with the flagship Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, the same lightning-fast mobile processor in Samsung’s latest smartphones. For the first time on a Galaxy tablet, advanced vapor chamber technology helps power streaming, gaming or video editing marathons. Following close collaboration with industry-leading gaming partners, Galaxy Tab S9 users will benefit from optimized large-screen gaming experiences.

Embrace the freedom to bring ideas to life with ease

Every premium Galaxy Tab S9 device comes with the one tool tablet users love and want most: the Galaxy S Pen. Offering a pen-on-paper-like experience, Galaxy Tab S9 series and S Pen are now both IP68 rated for water and dust resistance, opening up more possibilities for where users can capture and express their ideas.

The S Pen can also write in search bars, browsers and app stores, and new bidirectional charging ensures it gets power no matter which way it faces when in its cradle. Users can upgrade to the S Pen Creator Edition for an even more premium experience. The S Pen Creator Edition is designed with textured material for a comfortable grip and a wider tilt angle that makes creating more intuitive.

The immersive displays of the Galaxy Tab S9 series are the ideal backdrop for any project. With Multi Window, up to three apps can display as an organized grid of easily adjustable windows. Do research in a browser, reference an image from Samsung Gallery and sketch out ideas in Samsung Notes, all simultaneously in one view. Or with Pop-Up View, apps can be viewed as floating windows while still showing the full home screen.

When travelling or working on the go, Galaxy Tab S9 series’ Book Cover Keyboard and DeX Mode can simulate a desktop experience with maximum tablet portability. The Book Cover Keyboard’s adjustable angles and backlit keypad feel like a lightweight PC. Meanwhile, DeX Mode has an easy-to-follow cursor, flexible window resizing and positioning, and Second Screen capabilities to mirror or extend the PC screen to tablet. In a Google Meet call, collaborate more easily by sharing the screen and co-editing a live Samsung Notes document at the same time.

Designed to inspire spontaneous productivity as well as enhance creativity, the Galaxy Tab S9 series is a powerhouse for creative portfolios with new and enhanced apps for every personal passion. Fan-favorite GoodNotes offers a new note-taking and journaling experience on Android for the first time, launching exclusively for Galaxy tablet users. Plus, notes created in GoodNotes on all platforms can easily be shared and co-edited simultaneously.

The pro-level LumaFusion video editing app makes work easy when creating sharable content. Images and videos — even large files — taken on your Galaxy smartphone camera can be easily shared to Galaxy Tab S9 series with Quick Share. LumaFusion takes full advantage of Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra’s expansive screen to ensure editing videos is precise.

Clip Studio Paint has been transformed into a streamlined tablet interface for drawing, painting and more. Meanwhile, ArcSite empowers designers and professionals by transforming their creative vision into meticulously crafted 2D CAD blueprints, comprehensive site plans, and accurate estimates. Through close collaboration with Google to optimise large screen experiences, users can benefit from partner apps to easily complete tasks and turn ideas into reality on the Galaxy Tab S9 series.

Get the most out of a complete premium experience, inside and out

With its distinctive device experience, The Galaxy Tab S9 series also integrates seamlessly into the Galaxy ecosystem. Using creative tools is simple when Galaxy Tab S9 tablets are connected to other devices. Multi Control makes copying, pasting or dragging text and images directly between tablet and smartphone seamless, allowing users to control their smartphone with a Galaxy Tab S9 touchpad.

To match its premium software experiences, the Galaxy Tab S9 series hardware features iconic Galaxy design characteristics from the flagship Galaxy S series smartphones, such as the same striking camera layout. Measuring as thin as 5.5mm for Tab S9 Ultra, the Galaxy Tab S9 series is lightweight and slim, but also durable with an IP68 rating.

They are also built to handle bumps and scrapes thanks to a body reinforced with Armor Aluminum. For those whose best ideas strike in unexpected places, this is the perfect partner, usable in rugged environments and able to withstand a busy day out. And the new Outdoor Cover offers even more peace of mind for tablet users looking for more protection.

The Galaxy Tab S9 series is yet another example of Samsung’s commitment to building technology that enriches people’s lives while minimizing its environmental impact, without compromise. Compared to previous generations, the Tab S9 series features a wider variety of recycled materials in both internal and external components. It also comes in a redesigned packaging box and the paper used for the packaging box is 100 percent recycled paper.

Availability

Galaxy Tab S9 series will be available in Malaysia nationwide starting from 18 August 2023.

The series comes in two colors, Beige and Graphite, and three sizes: 14.6-inch on Tab S9 Ultra, 12.4-inch on Tab S9+, and 11-inch on Tab S9.

To find out more about the pre-order offers, please visit: www.samsung.com/my/offer/flip5-fold5/#preorder-tab

To learn more about Galaxy Tab S9 series, please visit: www.samsung.com/my/tablets/galaxy-tab-s9/

Pre-order now at www.samsung.com/my/tablets/galaxy-tab-s9/buy/

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5: Delivering flexibility and versatility without compromise

PETALING JAYA: Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. today announced its fifth generation of Galaxy foldables: Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5. The industry-leading form factors offer unique experiences for every user with sleek and compact designs, countless customisation options, and powerful performance.

The new Flex Hinge makes the foldable experience possible, while offering an aesthetically balanced and solid design. These unrivalled foldable devices unlock extraordinary camera capabilities such as FlexCam to take photos from creative angles. With strong performance and an optimised battery powered by the latest processor, the Samsung Galaxy Z series transforms what is possible with a smartphone – open or closed.

“Samsung is revolutionizing the mobile industry with foldables by setting the standard and continually refining the experience,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics.

“Every day, more people choose our foldables because they offer an experience people want that they can’t get on any other device. Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are the latest devices that prove our commitment to meeting the needs of our customers through innovative technology.”

Samsung’s heritage of innovation and dedication to the foldables category has created incredibly versatile devices available. With a strong belief in the potential of the foldable format, paired with world-class R&D and manufacturing capabilities, Samsung has consistently refined and optimised the Galaxy Z series lineup.

From content creation on Galaxy Z Flip5’s new Flex Window to seamless multitasking on Galaxy Z Fold5, this series of Galaxy foldables meets and exceeds the distinctive needs of today’s users.

Furthermore, both Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are carefully designed to meet durability expectations. The main screen is equipped with a shock dispersion layer and a redesigned back for a more solid display. Along with IPX8 support, Armor Aluminum frames, and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®2 applied to both the Flex Window and back cover, Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 provide the protection consumers expect, enhanced further by Flex Hinge. This new integrated hinge module features a dual rail structure, diffusing external impacts.

Galaxy Z Flip5: The ultimate pocketable self-expression tool without compromise

The Galaxy Z Flip5 delivers a stylish, unique foldable experience from a pocket-sized device built for self-expression.

The new Flex Window, now 3.78 times larger than the previous generation, offers a wide range of existing and new capabilities. It provides more customisation options, including informative and graphical clocks that can match the face design of a user’s Galaxy Watch6 series, as well as stylish frames. In addition, Galaxy Z Flip5’s new Flipsuit Case provides device protection with a changeable NFC card, so users can match their Flex Window design and case design for even more personalisation options.

Closed, the Galaxy Z Flip5 offers more usability than ever before. From the Flex Window, quickly and effortlessly access useful information. With Widgets, users can check the weather, control music playback and listen to their favorite music with Media Controller, or catch up on the latest global stock market updates with the Google Finance widget.

Simply view all Widgets at a glance and switch between them instantly with a pinch of the screen to activate Multi Widget View. Plus, easily check notifications and access Quick Settings for Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Without ever opening the device, browse through call history to return missed calls, and reply to texts on-the-go using Quick Reply with a full QWERTY keyboard and visibility of chat history. With a quick swipe up on the screen, access Samsung Walletto pay on-the-go, access QR codes and coupons, as well as boarding passes, membership cards, digital keys and health passes.

With its unparalleled design and form factor, Galaxy Z Flip5 also offers the most versatile camera experience on a Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Take high-quality selfies with the rear camera thanks to the larger Flex Window. Users can capture stunning hands-free photos from creative angles with FlexCam.

It’s quick and simple to view and edit shots in Flex Mode too. Users can review, adjust the color tone, or delete images easily with the Quick View in the Flex Window. When taking a photo of a friend, Dual Preview lets them see themselves in the Flex Window so they can make adjustments in real time for the perfect shot. Users can get a smooth shot on the go with camera-stabilising Super Steady, while Auto Framing ensures that no one is left out.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 adds AI solution improvements to the powerful camera experience, bringing every photo to life. Get creative, even in low light, with improved Nightography capabilities that optimize photos and videos in ambient lighting conditions. The AI-powered image signal processing (ISP) algorithm corrects any visual noise that typically spoils low-light images while enhancing details and color tone. Even from a distance, photos are clearer with the digital 10X zoom.

Galaxy Z Fold5: The ultimate productivity powerhouse with a large screen

Offering an immersive, large screen and a long-lasting battery in the thinnest, lightest Fold yet, Galaxy Z Fold5 is easy to take anywhere, while delivering the most powerful performance in the Galaxy Z series.

The Galaxy Z Fold has been a pioneer in transforming everyday productivity through a robust, big screen experience, evolving from Multi Window and App Continuity to a wide range of features including Taskbar, drag and drop, and optimization of third-party apps. S Pen Fold Edition introduced in the third generation Fold in 2021, has also been fine-tuned to deliver a superior writing experience on Galaxy Z Fold5. These features and tools come together to deliver powerful productivity on a large screen and enable users to complete important tasks from anywhere.

The improved Taskbar enables dynamic productivity by allowing users to quickly switch between frequently used apps. Now up to four recent apps are at the ready for more efficient working. Newly enhanced two-handed drag and drop can also ramp up productivity when moving content between apps and screens.

Simply touch and hold an image in Samsung Gallery with one finger and use another finger to open the Samsung Notes app to drag-and-drop the image. With a hidden pop-up, an app can continue running in the background, allowing users to watch video content in full screen and chat with friends in a floating pop-up on the side of the screen.

The new slimmer and more compact S Pen Fold Edition makes real-time annotating and ideation easy while being able to fit more comfortably in the pocket. The Slim S Pen Case is nearly the same thickness as a regular case for the Fold and available in a variety of styles and colors so users can carry their S Pens in style.

Helping users do more on the go, the 7.6-inch Main Screen provides expansive and uninterrupted viewing so users can enjoy their favorite movie in portrait or landscape. Plus, peak brightness has increased by more than 30 per cent, up to 1750 nits, for an optimal viewing experience outdoors even under bright sunlight.

Providing users with an immersive gaming experience on the largest Galaxy smartphone screen, the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy enhances graphics and uses AI to enable dynamic gaming and multi-game functionality. The Galaxy Z Fold5 can comfortably handle marathon gaming sessions with its advanced cooling system that dissipates heat more intelligently for less lag and no drop in performance.

Delivering a positive impact for the planet

Samsung continues to demonstrate progress toward the company’s environmental vision and accelerate actions that help achieve its goals, including reaching net zero carbon emissions by the end of 2030 for the Device eXperience Division.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Fold5 feature a wider variety of recycled materials than their previous generations, including pre-consumer recycled glass and aluminum and post-consumer recycled plastics, sourced from discarded fishing nets, water barrels and PET bottles. Even the paper used for their packaging box is made using 100 percent recycled material.

These innovations have also been purposefully designed for optimized longevity. Each device comes with five years of security updates and four generations of OS upgrades, helping to extend the product life cycle.

Availability

The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 will be available in Malaysia nationwide from 18 August 2023 onwards.

To find out more about the pre-order, go to: www.samsung.com/my/offer/flip5-fold5 or pre-order now at: www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold5/buy/ and www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-flip5/buy/

To learn more about Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5, please visit: www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-flip5/ and www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold5/

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Budget aimed at helping the Youth

PETALING JAYA: The Belanjawan 2023 presented by the government has been timely to help youths deal with the present economic conditions.

The government gave youths a big break, offering fresh graduates starting off with fairly low wages, repayment discount incentives for National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) loans among others.

The Belanjawan 2023 saw an allocation of RM388.1 billion, comprising RM289.1 billion operating expenditure and RM99 billion development expenditure, including RM2 billion in contingency savings.

In tabling the Belanjawan 2023 themed Membangun Malaysia MADANI (Building a Civilized Malaysia), the government sought to ease the financial burden of youth amidst the challenging economic climate.

PTPTN borrowers earning less than RM1,800 per month were also given a six-month loan moratorium.

The government will give a one-off RM200 e-wallet credit to youth, aged between 18 and 20 years old or students enrolled full time at institutes of higher learning.

Two million youths will benefit from this initiative dubbed the “eBelia Rahmah”, with a total allocation of RM400 million.

The government will also bear the fee for obtaining motorcycle licences for B40 youths listed under the e-Kasih database.

There were extensive measures to support youth entrepreneurs to access financing through agencies such as Bank Negara Malaysia, BSN and TEKUN with funds totalling RM1.7 billion, including RM300 million specifically to support micro businesses owned by women and youth entrepreneurs.

Greater career opportunities for youth, technical and vocational education - including training (TVET) graduates - were mooted in the budget to enhance their marketability and to find employment.

As TVET graduates only earn about RM2,000 per month, Prime Minister and Finance Minister YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim encouraged local businesses to hire more TVET graduates through several incentives.

“The government is collaborating with industry players to train TVET graduates, with a target involvement of 50 companies, especially among GLCs.

“These companies will partially or fully manage the operations of TVET institutions such as community colleges, industrial training institutes (ILP) and national youth skills institutes (IKBN) to provide training programmes that meet their needs,” the Prime Minister said.

He said the Social Security Organisation (Socso) would provide an incentive of RM600 monthly for three months as an addition to the salary offered by employers who hire TVET graduates.

This will help 17,000 graduates with RM45mil allocated for this purpose. GLCs will also offer 35,000 career opportunities to school leavers and graduates.

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh recently launched the ’Skills for Life’ programme, which aims to provide youth the opportunity to upskill and reskill during weekend courses to help counter rising costs.

She had also encouraged youth to follow their passion and build on their strengths as a way of remaining resilient against economic uncertainties.

Businesses too are encouraged to host weekend training courses for youth to complement the ministry’s ‘Skills for Life’ programme run by the Youth and Sports Skills Training Institute (ILKBS).

This programme is held on weekends using a ‘Do It Yourself’ approach, tailored for youths from the B40 and M40 groups and those who are already working aged 40 and below.

In previous interviews, Yeoh encouraged youth to be open when it comes to acquiring new skills, regardless of whether one is academically inclined.

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Magnum 4D unveils spectacular new Draw Auditorium in Jalan Pudu

KUALA LUMPUR: Feeling lucky? Magnum 4D has recently announced the much-awaited unveiling of its new Draw Auditorium. Located at Wisma Magnum in Jalan Pudu, Kuala Lumpur, this establishment has set the stage for a truly exciting, and spectacular draw experience.

The new Draw Auditorium is meticulously designed, showcasing an interior that harmoniously blends modern aesthetics with an atmosphere of stylish luxury, thoughtfully curated to transport audiences into an immersive and memorable draw experience, as part of Magnum 4D’s commitment to continuously improve and elevate customer experience.

Non-Muslim members of the public who of 21 years and above of age are invited to come experience the excitement, explore the stylish ambience, and witness the enjoyment as the live draw proceedings reveal the winning numbers that promises a draw experience like no other.

The Draw Auditorium is open at 6pm on Draw Days which are every Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and on selected Special Draw days on Tuesday.

More information can be found on the company’s website at www.magnum4D.my or you can call its customer support line at 03-9212 2800.

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Alliance for a Safe Community offers 100 free seats for OSH-C training

PETALING JAYA: The Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA) was amended in March 2022, which aimed to enhance safety standards and mitigate workplace accidents and health risks at the workstation.

Former member of Parliament, Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye, said the OSHA Act greatly benefits employees, especially those who were working in industrial and construction industries.

“The act ensures that employers fulfil their duty to provide a safe and healthy workspace for their employees.

“Non-compliance with the legal requirements would cause employers to be penalised. And in the case of injury or death, the Department of Safety and Health (DOSH) has the right to put a pause on work.”

He said employees are also given mandatory hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk control (HIRARC) training to understand workplace safety.

Lee said there has been an improvement in workplace safety and health since the implementation of the act. “Over the past 30 years or so, I have observed that the number of industrial accidents and fatalities have been reduced, even though the number of employees has increased.

“There has also been almost RM3 billion saved annually on medical expenses or human resource productivity because of having safer working environments.

“But what I wish to see practised is a perfected zero accident policy, which means zero preventable accidents in the workplace. We must make occupational safety and health a culture instead of a priority.”

The 2022 amendments to OSHA Act affect small and medium-sized industries because it requires businesses that have five or more employees to appoint an Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Coordinator, Chin Yew Sin, the Head of Training & Consultancy for Alliance for a Safe Community, said that authorities must condition the market or inform impacted parties before enforcement begins.

“To prevent further outcry and facilitate a smoother implementation, we must promote OSH Coordinator appointments, share success stories, and highlight the benefits through various channels to help raise awareness.”

There has been a significant surge in demand since the amended Act was gazette, and it is expected to increase manifold once it is enforced.

Therefore, it is crucial to ensure the availability of an adequate number of training providers to meet this escalating demand. If such demand is not met and businesses do not comply with the amended Act, consequences for violating the law include a maximum fine of RM 50,000, imprisonment for up to six months, or a combination of both depending on each particular instance.

Alliance for a Safe Community wishes to address the urgent safety needs in sectors such as manufacturing, commuting, and construction by providing support to companies facing innate occupational hazards.

Therefore, it launched an initiative to offer 100 small companies the opportunity to participate in a three-day training programme to help qualify individuals as trained persons in OSH coordination.

This valuable three-day programme is worth RM68,000 and is accredited by the DOSH which aims to help and support people facing financial difficulties, especially in the aftermath of the pandemic.

Qualifications will be determined by workforce size of fewer than 100 employees and financial viability such as low profitability, limited access to credit, or cash flow constraints.

A higher priority will also be given to small companies operating in higher-risk industries.Furthermore, the Alliance for a Safe Community has introduced a value-added program called “Ikatan Total Solution to OSH-C,“ which provides extra coaching sessions that are chargeable.

The extra programme consists of participants receiving one-to-one, or small group coaching sessions in their workplaces. Its personalised approach is a unique way of learning and aims to help assist participants in internalising the learning and effectively applying it in their workplace.

Seats for the programme are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

To join and benefit from the OSHC training programme, small companies that meet the criteria are encouraged to contact tnc.ikatan@gmail.com for further information. Ikatan office Tel. +603 -21100236.

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Cuckoo International, Ogawa Malaysia launch Cuckoo Bespoke massage chair for healthy living

PETALING JAYA: CUCKOO International (MAL) Sdn. Bhd. (CUCKOO International), a Healthy Home Creator, and OGAWA Malaysia, a leading brand in the wellness industry, has inked a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to co-create innovative massage chairs that focus on wellness.

The strategic partnership with OGAWA Malaysia also allows CUCKOO International to expand its Healthy Living pillar, one of its four Healthy Home pillars which features a range of home living solutions co-created through strategic partnerships.

Also launched at the event, the CUCKOO BESPOKE Massage Chair represents a synergy of industry-leading expertise to inspire a healthier living by helping Malaysians to better integrate wellness into their homes.

Leveraging on the strengths of both brands, the Healthy Home Creator’s first-ever range of massage chairs is set to help Malaysians relax, rejuvenate, and make wellness more accessible and achievable for everyone.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with OGAWA Malaysia which shares our passion in pushing boundaries and going Beyond Standards to create solutions that will help Malaysians to be #SAMASAMAHealthier.

“By combining our expertise and resources, we hope to inspire and empower more Malaysians to live healthier and happier through innovations that will help create healthier homes,” said CUCKOO International Founder and Chief Executive Officer KC Hoe (Hoe Kian Choon).

Echoing this sentiment, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of OGAWA Malaysia Datuk Lim Mee Ling said, “At OGAWA, we believe in sharing the ‘Heart of Wellness’ by introducing cutting-edge and tested health and wellness technologies into as many Malaysians’ homes as possible.

“Our partnership with CUCKOO International not only marks a new milestone, but also allows us to extend our wellness solutions to more Malaysians through innovative yet affordable massage chairs.”

The CUCKOO BESPOKE Massage Chair is an invention that incorporates OGAWA Malaysia’s innovative wellness technologies, and CUCKOO International’s Beyond Standards service to offer Malaysians a holistic Healthy Home solution that is set to surpass expectations.

Some of its key features include a custom-fit SL Track, 30 Airbags, 45 °C Thermotherapy, 2-Level Zero Gravity, and 6 massage programs and 11 massage techniques, all for users to choose from to enjoy a massage therapy that is tailored to their liking and levels of comfort.

Apart from its technologies, users will also receive scheduled services once every 6 months which includes a 10-point service checkpoint, as well as a one-time leather change service on the third year of their service period to keep their CUCKOO BESPOKE Massage Chair functioning at the best possible conditions.

Available with a rental plan at RM139 per month, the CUCKOO BESPOKE Massage Chair features Beyond Standards fit, finish, and service at an affordable price point, making it accessible to Malaysians looking to enhance their homes for health and wellness.

This innovative massage chair that is affordable and accessible is expected to help over 200,000 Malaysian household users in the next three years to adopt a healthier living with its massage therapy services that could help them relax, rejuvenate, and improve their overall well-being.

The partnership with OGAWA Malaysia is one of the three strategic partnerships under CUCKOO International’s Healthy Living pillar which taps into the strengths of local industry leaders to co-create innovative home living solutions that promote healthier living.

Prior to OGAWA Malaysia, CUCKOO International has had two successful partnerships. In 2020, CUCKOO International partnered with LSK Napure, Malaysia’s largest natural latex manufacturer, to launch the CUCKOO A-Series Mattresses in 2021; and in 2022, the company worked with Fujiaire, a local homegrown air-conditioning manufacturer, to launch the CUCKOO Vita-S Inverter Smart Air Conditioner.

With the addition of the partnership with OGAWA Malaysia, the Healthy Home Creator’s Healthy Living pillar is expected to extend its growth which charted a solid 199. 7 per-cent revenue growth at RM95 million in 2022 from RM31.7 million in 2021.

“We believe that our approach in expanding and providing holistic Healthy Home solutions will not only inspire more Malaysians to be #SAMASAMAHealthier, but will also set us on the right trajectory for growth.

Apart from our strong range of Healthy Appliances, we believe that a way to do so is through strategic partnerships like this, in which we will be able to expand our core to introduce new and inventive home living solutions that could help inspire a healthier living,” added Hoe.

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Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara ushers in new treatment for Spinal Muscular Atrophy

PETALING JAYA: Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara (THKD), the flagship hospital of TMC Life Sciences Berhad (TMCLS), today (July 12) became the first hospital in Southeast Asia to administer Spinraza, a US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved treatment for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

The recipient of the treatment is a 5-year-old Sarawakian child, who has been diagnosed with SMA since birth. This first initiative is part of THKD’s collaborative Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program with One Hope Charity & Welfare to provide treatment for the period of 2 years. The procedure was performed by Consultant Paediatric Anaesthesiologist Dr Foo Sze Yuen in the presence of Consultant Paediatrician & Paediatric Neurologist Dr Sangita Dharshini Terumalay.

THKD chief executive officer Nadiah Wan said THKD is proud to be at the forefront of this advancement in paediatric care. As part of TMC Life Sciences Berhad, a leading women & children’s healthcare group, THKD is dedicated to achieving new milestones in paediatric and women’s health, as demonstrated in our commitment as a participating hospital in the MySpin Patient Assistance Programme for SMA patients.

“The administration of intrathecal Spinraza is a testament to our pursuit of excellence, in line with our focus on women & children services as we move into more paediatric sub-specialties. With Spinraza, we can significantly improve the quality of life for children battling SMA. Its introduction into our treatment protocols empowers us to deliver even more targeted and effective care, elevating the standard of paediatric medicine and instilling hope in families facing this challenging genetic disorder. It is also a manifestation of our vision of helping people lead healthier lives by making healthcare accessible, accountable and sustainable.”

Dr Sangita said the administering of Spinraza in the hospital ushers in a new era of hope and enhanced care for children. “My primary objective as a paediatrician is to ensure the well-being and recovery of every child entrusted to our care. This certainly represents a milestone in paediatric medicine, offering an effective treatment that will positively impact the lives of affected children.”

Spinraza received US FDA approval in 2016 after a series of trials that showed meaningful benefits in seven clinical trials involving infants and children with SMA, thus becoming the first approved therapy for paediatric and adult patients with SMA.

According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Spinraza is administered via injection into the fluid surrounding the spinal cord by a physician with SMA experience. Spinraza works as a disease modifying treatment that targets the underlying cause of muscle weakness in SMA – the Survival Motor Neuron (SMN) protein.

SMA is an inherited neurological genetic disorder that affects the central nervous system causing the nerve cells in the spinal cord and brainstem not to work properly. It impacts individuals across a range of ages, from infants and children to teens and adults, and with varying levels of severity.

It is estimated that one in every 10,000 births worldwide is diagnosed with SMA, an inherited disease, and around one in every 40-50 people globally are carriers of the mutated gene.

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King Charles birthday party guests enjoy scrumptious treat from RWG

GENTING HIGHLANDS: The British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur hosted a grand reception on June 22 at Sentul Depot to celebrate the official birthday of King Charles III as well as to commemorate the recent coronation of His Majesty, the first celebratory event not seen in the past 70 years in Malaysia.

At the reception, Resorts World Genting (RWG) presented a scrumptious dinner spread by Burger & Lobster and Harry Ramsden for the enjoyment of guests at His Majesty’s 75th Birthday Party.

Pulling out all the stops to cater for approximately 1,000 high level guests and dignitaries, RWG’s booths were decked out in quintessentially Britain’s national colours of red, white and blue and featured delightful trays of mini lobster roll hors’ d’oeuvres and cod fish fingers and chips from Burger & Lobster and The Laughing Fish by Harry Ramsden, respectively.

As one of the F&B sponsors, RWG’s offerings were well received by party guests. Among the A-listers seen enjoying the mouth-watering canapes at RWG’s booths include the guest of honour, Tengku Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Malaysia together with British High Commissioner, Charles Hay, members of the Malaysian royalty and high-ranking foreign embassy officials.

On RWG’s participation in His Majesty’s 75th birthday celebration in Kuala Lumpur, Datuk Sri Kay Atisha Parasuraman, Vice President of Corporate Communications and Public Relations, Genting Malaysia Berhad said: “We are delighted to be a part of this grand reception in honour of His Majesty. Such celebrations are key in highlighting the rich food and beverage traditions of both Britain and Malaysia and a great impetus in bringing people together to enjoy the gaiety and merriment of the occasion.”

At the event, British High Commissioner, Charles Hay said the British Monarch continues to be an important source of stability and strength for the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and beyond.

He added that UK-Malaysia relations have grown from strength to strength and the UK’s commitment to dialogue and partnership continues in the areas of economic transformation, clean growth, climate and sustainability, education and technology.

Guests were feted with champagne, wine and music from renowned British pop bands and performances by the Great British Circus. Sketched portraits of King Charles III by Malaysian pencil artist, Hakim Abdullah were also on display.

Held annually, the celebration of the British monarch’s birthday by the British High Commission is as much a food and drink festival to showcase the best of British culture and cuisine as it is to commemorate its sovereign’s anniversary. RWG last participated in the Queen’s Birthday Party organised by the British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur in 2019.

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Dont miss the hottest Asian shows on Astro

PETALING JAYA: From the hottest K-dramas to larger-than-life Bollywood shows, Astro customers can now access more premium Asian shows including Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Southeast Asian and Malaysian content on their Ultra/Ulti Box with apps such as Viu, TVBAnywhere+, iQIYI, WeTV and ZEE5.

Depending on the TV Pack, some apps are already included in your chosen package, while others are available as add-ons for an exclusive price only for Astro customers.

This July, you can enjoy the best Asian shows from across the region, including:

Highly anticipated K-Dramas such as Numbers starring Kim Myung-soo of INFINITE and revenge-comedy series Delightfully Deceitful on Viu.

Must-watch Chinese shows feature fantasy drama Snow Eagle Lord and inspirational coming-of-age story Where Dreams Begin on WeTV; fantasy-romance Beauty of Resilience on iQIYI; and Hong Kong supernatural series Unchained Medley on TVBAnywhere+.

New local shows to binge-watch are psychological thriller Alter-Naratif and romance-comedy Journal Sarahaeyo on Viu.

For fans of South Asian entertainment, stay-tuned to Hindi biopic based on India’s iconic home chef Tarla, Tamil action drama Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam and Telugu comedy show Maya Bazaar – For Sale, all premiering on July 14 on ZEE5.

Other shows you don’t want to miss are Indonesian romance series Mozachiko on WeTV and Marriage With Benefits on Viu.

For only RM59.99 a month, the Astro Primary Pack now offers you savings of RM239 with two complimentary add-ons of Kids and Korean shows for 1 year! This means, a total of eight extra channels namely tvN, K-Plus, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr. CBeebies, DreamWorks and Moonbug will be FREE for you to watch for one year when you sign up to the new Astro Primary Pack now.

For those seeking a WiFi plan with amazing content to enjoy, you can also sign up for our Primary Pack with Astro Fibre 50 Mbps and Liga Malaysia add-on from only RM149.99/Astro customers can now access premium Asian shows month*.

New to Astro? WhatsApp “Get Astro” to 03-9543 3838 or visit www.astro.com.my to subscribe. For more information on streaming apps, please go to https://products.astro.com.my/apps.

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Astro partners W-Sport to bring dedicated womens sports channel to Malaysia

The wait is over, Malaysians! Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd is now bringing W-Sport to Malaysia, a channel which showcases the very best of women’s sports leagues and events from all around the world.

For additional fees, W-Sport will be available to Astro Sports Pack customers on channel 815 from July 15 onwards.

“This is a significant step in the evolution of W-Sport. Having Astro, one of Southeast Asia’s leading content and entertainment companies, offer W-Sport to their audiences further illustrates the momentum behind the growth and interest in women’s sport.

“The athletes featured in our coverage are the new role models and the inspiration for young girls and boys everywhere. W-Sport, where women’s sport is our only priority,” said Kelly Butler, CEO W-Sport.

W-Sport’s content line-up includes an impressive mix of live and delayed premium event

coverage as well as topical magazine programming and documentaries.

The channel promises a powerful portfolio of live football content for fans with up to seven live football matches per week. Malaysian football fans can catch England’s Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL), Germany’s Frauen Bundesliga, the USA’s NWSL and Sweden’s Damallsvenskan.

Additionally, Hoffman Cup Tennis, the Netball Super League from the UK, Extreme E motor

racing, PAC 12 multi sports including basketball, gymnastics and beach volleyball from the

ultra-competitive American collegiate systems are all on W-Sport.

“Astro continues to strengthen its Home of Sports offering in Malaysia by providing the most comprehensive and diverse range of sports content globally. Our partnership with W-Sport will not only give viewers in Malaysia access to more women’s sports, it will also enable the upcoming season of Astro’s Netball Super League (NSL) to reach sports fans globally.

“Astro launched NSL in 2021 to champion the development of women’s sports in Malaysia. Through W-Sport, we are excited to be able to showcase our local female athletes on the global stage,” said Nicholas John, Head of Sports at Astro.

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Come build learn and play at Build Together: Minecraft Mall Discovery! at Sunway Putra Mall

KUALA LUMPUR: The much anticipated Build Together: Minecraft Mall Discovery! Minecraft Education based on Minecraft is currently being held at the Sunway Putra Mall which began on July 6 and will go on till July 23.

The event, based on the best-selling video game of all time, is bringing learning through play. Through various workshops and activities, shoppers can learn digital and coding skills with Minecraft Education courses in collaboration with the Educational Technology and Resources Division, of the Ministry of Education (MOE).

Microsoft Global Training Partners (GTP) and Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts (MIEE) will teach Minecraft Education courses in the Minecraft Education Corner. Sunway Putra Mall will also hold exclusive Minecraft Education classes for those with special needs, including autism, as Sunway Putra Mall is generally regarded as being autistic friendly.

Shoppers can redeem special exclusive Minecraft gifts from the redemption counter such as the Personalised Minecraft Tumbler by spending a minimum of RM200 mall-wide or a Minecraft Sticker Sheet, by completing the experiential journey of four activities at the designated stations of the Main Concourse area.

Craft Minecraft tools at the Crafting Station, and get creative with LEGO bricks to build Minecraft mobs at LEGO Stick & Build. Take aim at the Nerf Weapon Range and capture your best Minecraft pose with life-sized Minecraft mobs to win exclusive merchandise.

“It is a great honour to bring Build Together: Minecraft Mall Discovery to our shoppers alongside our partners at Microsoft Malaysia and MOE. As we continue to move forward with newer innovations in every industry, education will also be seen differently with Minecraft Education through game-based learning which is made inclusive to all students, including the autistic community and those with special needs,” said General Manager of Sunway Putra Mall, Danny Lee.

To add to the fun, MOE and Sunway Malls will hold a Minecraft Education Challenge 2023 for school students with the theme, ‘Sustainable Shopping Mall of the Future’. They will have to re-imagine and build with this theme in mind on Minecraft itself, and stand to win cash prizes, trophies and a certificate of participation for their efforts.

Education Director-General, Datuk Pkharuddin Ghazali said, “The Educational Resources and Technology Division of MOE holds workshops and competitions with the aim of empowering digital education among students.”

Education Director for Microsoft Malaysia education director, Shida Zainal Abidin said, “At Microsoft, we believe technology has the power to make education more accessible, inclusive, and enjoyable. Minecraft Education is uniquely suited to do just that, utilising collaborative and immersive gameplay to introduce new ways of learning on a variety of subjects including math, history & culture, computer science, and arts.”

Visit Sunway Malls’ official website for the event, minecrafteducation.sunwaymalls.com to explore more information about the activities lined up for each mall, and the malls’ social media platforms.

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Come build learn and play at Build Together: Minecraft Mall Discovery! at Sunway Putra Mall

KUALA LUMPUR: The much anticipated Build Together: Minecraft Mall Discovery! Minecraft Education based on Minecraft is currently being held at the Sunway Putra Mall which began on July 6 and will go on till July 23.

The event, based on the best-selling video game of all time, is bringing learning through play. Through various workshops and activities, shoppers can learn digital and coding skills with Minecraft Education courses in collaboration with the Educational Technology and Resources Division, of the Ministry of Education (MOE).

Microsoft Global Training Partners (GTP) and Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts (MIEE) will teach Minecraft Education courses in the Minecraft Education Corner. Sunway Putra Mall will also hold exclusive Minecraft Education classes for those with special needs, including autism, as Sunway Putra Mall is generally regarded as being autistic friendly.

Shoppers can redeem special exclusive Minecraft gifts from the redemption counter such as the Personalised Minecraft Tumbler by spending a minimum of RM200 mall-wide or a Minecraft Sticker Sheet, by completing the experiential journey of four activities at the designated stations of the Main Concourse area.

Craft Minecraft tools at the Crafting Station, and get creative with LEGO bricks to build Minecraft mobs at LEGO Stick & Build. Take aim at the Nerf Weapon Range and capture your best Minecraft pose with life-sized Minecraft mobs to win exclusive merchandise.

“It is a great honour to bring Build Together: Minecraft Mall Discovery to our shoppers alongside our partners at Microsoft Malaysia and MOE. As we continue to move forward with newer innovations in every industry, education will also be seen differently with Minecraft Education through game-based learning which is made inclusive to all students, including the autistic community and those with special needs,” said General Manager of Sunway Putra Mall, Danny Lee.

To add to the fun, MOE and Sunway Malls will hold a Minecraft Education Challenge 2023 for school students with the theme, ‘Sustainable Shopping Mall of the Future’. They will have to re-imagine and build with this theme in mind on Minecraft itself, and stand to win cash prizes, trophies and a certificate of participation for their efforts.

Education Director-General, Datuk Pkharuddin Ghazali said, “The Educational Resources and Technology Division of MOE holds workshops and competitions with the aim of empowering digital education among students.”

Education Director for Microsoft Malaysia education director, Shida Zainal Abidin said, “At Microsoft, we believe technology has the power to make education more accessible, inclusive, and enjoyable. Minecraft Education is uniquely suited to do just that, utilising collaborative and immersive gameplay to introduce new ways of learning on a variety of subjects including math, history & culture, computer science, and arts.”

Visit Sunway Malls’ official website for the event, minecrafteducation.sunwaymalls.com to explore more information about the activities lined up for each mall, and the malls’ social media platforms.

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Quill Fiesta to thrill shoppers come Merdeka and Malaysia Day

KUALA LUMPUR: Quill City Mall Kuala Lumpur is thrilled to announce the celebration of National Day and Malaysia Day with an exciting event called ‘Quill Fiesta’.

This event aims to express gratitude towards all valued customers for their unwavering support by offering a variety of exciting activities for both adults and children.

During the campaign period, shoppers at Quill City Mall KL have the opportunity to redeem cash vouchers from a variety of outlets including Tomaz, H&M, Watson’s, Guardian, and more.

To be eligible for the voucher redemption, shoppers must make a minimum spend of RM120 in a single receipt or a maximum of two combined receipts in any outlet at Quill City Mall KL. Furthermore, shoppers have the exciting opportunity to participate in the Grand Draw, where they can stand a chance to win incredible prizes worth RM20,000.

Experience the joy of ‘Thank Quill It’s Friday’! from July 7 to September 30, 2023, in partnership with Inside Scoop Malaysia, visitors to Quill City Mall KL can enjoy complimentary ice cream every Friday.

Electronic products have become an integral part of everyone’s lives and are deeply intertwined with daily activities. Consequently, parents are increasingly concerned about their children’s excessive engagement with gadgets and video games at home. In response to this, Quill Fiesta presents a delightful programme, QKiddies to cater to the interests of young explorers, which comprises two main components: ‘Little Rangers’ and ‘Little Paleontologist.’

Parents are invited to bring their kids to join the ‘Little Rangers’ event scheduled for July 15 and 16, 2023.

For those children who may have missed the opportunity to participate in ‘Little Rangers,‘ there’s another thrilling activity called ‘Little Paleontologist’ awaiting them on July 29 to 30, 2023. This activity is specifically designed for enthusiasts of the Jurassic era.

Participants will have the chance to immerse themselves in activities like research, test pitting, excavation, analysis, and reporting, allowing them to experience the world of paleontology firsthand. As an added bonus, participants will be able to take home a personalised Dinosaur Display that showcases their child’s name, making it a truly special keepsake.

During the upcoming school holiday, Quill City Mall KL will also be collaborating with internationally acclaimed balloon sculptors from Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan, and Malaysia, led by esteemed Malaysian Balloon Master Joseph Ho.

They will showcase a ‘Space Explorer Balloon Fest’ featuring elaborate, larger-than-life balloon sculptures with a galaxy theme. What makes this event even more remarkable is the use of sustainable balloons, ensuring an eco-friendly approach.

This Balloon Fest, running from August 28 till September 17, 2023, aims to provide an engaging and educational experience for the visitors, by allowing them to immerse themselves into a world of fantasy universe at the craftsmanship of these stunning balloon creations, all made from 100 per cent biodegradable materials.

Additionally, Quill City Mall KL provides educational on-site events and free sustainability-focused workshops at the Main Court, Level G, specifically catered to children aged 12 and below. These engaging activities include daily Mascot Walkabouts with Mystery Gift Giveaways at 12.30pm to 1.30pm & 4.30pm to 5.30pm, and Balloon Modelling Workshops on September 2 through September 17, 2023.

Meanwhile, Balloon Modelling Workshops will be held every weekend 12pm and 5pm.

By taking part in the ‘Snap & Win’ contest, shoppers at Quill City Mall KL have the chance to win a limited edition Mooncake Box Set. To participate, shoppers can post their videos or photos on Quill City Mall KL’s social media platforms.

The contest will run from August 28 till September 10, 2023.

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Selangor MB officiates opening of SplashMania Waterpark in Gamuda Cove

PETALING JAYA: Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari today (July 3) officiated Selangor’s latest tourism offering, the 18-acre SplashMania Waterpark located in the township of Gamuda Cove.

The grand launch signalled the waterpark operating at full capacity with all 24 waterslides now available to the public along with its 15 attractions.

Speaking on the water park’s contribution to the state, Amirudin said, “Gamuda Land’s SplashMania Waterpark has put the South of Selangor on the map and breathed new life into the South of Selangor, complementing the state’s efforts in developing the Integrated Development Region in South Selangor as part of the First Selangor Plan.”

These include new townships such as Gamuda Cove and Gamuda Gardens, all strategically located within Selangor. “Both these developments catalyse the growth in both northern and southern Klang Valley. With the company’s investment into more sustainable infrastructure, it has further rejuvenated the local environment while also being a solid foundation for future investments to cater to the demand generated by these efforts.

“Since the soft opening of SplashMania in February 2023, the water park has welcomed over 75,000 monthly visitors from both the domestic and regional tourism markets. The success of SplashMania is however not limited to its individual visitorship but rather in how it effectively cross-pollinates with the host of other ecotourism offerings within Gamuda Cove that indicate the emergence of a major attraction hub in Selangor,” said Gamuda Berhad chairman, Tan Sri Ambrin Buang,

He continued by saying, “Our construction and development projects have not only reshaped the physical landscape of our country but have also played a pivotal role in generating employment opportunities. By investing in state-of-the-art infrastructure, revitalising communities, and constructing innovative spaces for business and leisure, we have created a thriving ecosystem that fosters job growth and economic prosperity.”

SplashMania Waterpark – Where Nature Meets Fun Comprising 39 waterslides and attractions, SplashMania Waterpark is the latest addition to Gamuda Cove’s placemaking initiatives with 70 per cent of the waterpark dedicated to green spaces.

The initial phase of opening was driven by the domestic market, mainly from Greater Klang Valley and neighbouring states, while primary international tourists were from Vietnam, Singapore and Australia.

The much-anticipated introduction of Malaysia’s first Virtual Reality Waterslide, Atlantis VR will further augur the park’s attractiveness. While the two latest additions Monsta and Twista waterslides are equipped with high-speed twists and turns, an adrenalin pumping ride for thrill seekers.

Other notable waterslides include The Shaka Waka, which is a one-of-a-kind enclosed tube slide with audio and light effects, creating a unique experience within the slide itself as visitors travel down at high speeds, The Plunge, a high-speed flume angled at 78 degrees, which plummets visitors from six storeys high from the top of Amazonia Ship, and The Wild Rush, where visitors blast through narrow looping and twisting tunnels with back-to-back curves and tight 360-degree loops. Gamuda Cove – Nature Sanctuary, Smart City Dubbed as a nature sanctuary and smart city, Gamuda Cove has been meticulously planned to incorporate innovation, technology and sustainability amongst nature.

Through its engineering expertise, it has sustainably transformed the once problematic peat soil, making it suitable to be developed into a place where people and nature can come together, harmoniously. Gamuda Land targets to plant 270,000 trees in Gamuda Cove.

To date, close to 12,000 trees have been planted within the township. This initiative is part of the #OneMillionTrees programme aimed at preserving the country’s biodiversity by planting one million trees across its developments by 2030.

Gamuda Cove has also earmarked 90-acres of reserved land to develop a Wetlands Arboretum, adjacent to the 1,111-acre Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands. Supporting the overall masterplan is its comprehensive green transportation network which includes 75km of carefully planned pedestrian and cycling paths.

For intracity travel, an e-tram currently serves residents and visitors at Gamuda Cove – the first development in Malaysia to have such infrastructure.

The tram network is being further expanded to connect other key areas of the township. “With its future-focused masterplan, we believe that Gamuda Cove will be a place for business, education, leisure and tourism all merged into essentially a highly liveable familyfriendly and environmentally-sensitive community,” remarked Ambrin.

To know more about Gamuda Land’s developments, visit www.gamudaland.com.my or GL Play at www.glplay.com.my for all the latest events and attractions around Gamuda Land townships.

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Taylors maintains top educational institution position in South East Asia

PETALING JAYA: Their outstanding performance in the recent QS World University Ranking 2024 marked the university’s fourth consecutive year as Top Private University in Southeast Asia.

The institution’s consistent placement within the Top 300 reinforced Taylor’s position among the top 1 per cent of the most influential private universities globally.

This outstanding achievement is a testament to Taylor’s University’s unwavering dedication to academic rigour, innovative research, and teaching methodologies.

Vice Chancellor and President of Taylor’s University, Professor Michael Driscoll said, “The high-ranking not only bolsters Taylor’s University’s reputation, but also fosters invaluable collaborations with esteemed institutions and industry partners. This enhances the educational journey for our students and opens doors to a myriad of exciting opportunities, propelling them towards a future of limitless possibilities.”

The institution’s commitment to balanced excellence creates an appealing environment for motivated individuals seeking a high-quality learning experience, which attracts high-calibre individuals.

Through exposure to influential industry players, students gain valuable opportunities for internships, mentorship, and networking, equipping them with the skills and connections necessary for future success.

Within the university’s Taylor’sphere ecosystem, Taylor’s provides a supportive and nurturing environment, where students can explore their passions, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and develop their skills beyond the classroom.

It offers a holistic approach to education that goes beyond academic excellence, encouraging students to engage in personal growth, leadership development, and community involvement.

Ng Yong Pong, currently pursuing his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours, exemplifies the remarkable outcomes that emerge when passion, opportunity, and support intersect.

Having discovered his passion for engineering at the 12th MICSS Nationals Science Camp in 2016, Yong Pong, from Sabah embarked on a remarkable journey to fulfil his dream of becoming a professional engineer.

A member of ‘Agents of Tech Coding’ Club and Taylor’s ‘Makerspace’ as well as a student embarking on the institution’s innovative multidisciplinary learning experience (MLE), Yong Pong harnessed his skills and creativity to co-create BraillePad, an innovative 3D printed tablet-like Braille book device designed to empower the visually impaired.

The beauty of BraillePad, is its ability to customise textural and graphical content in 3D, enhancing quality learning via tactile sensory, and eventually making learning more fun and accessible to everyone. This innovative technology enables the visually impaired to engage in independent learning, free from the constraints of a teacher’s presence.

“The Taylor’sphere ecosystem and purpose-led education curriculum at Taylor’s University has been instrumental in transforming my passion for engineering into a tangible solution that empowers visually impaired individuals. With their support, my team and I embarked on a multidisciplinary project to revolutionise braille books, ensuring equal and equitable access to knowledge for all communities.

“Our 3D Printed Audible BraillePad represents a groundbreaking self-learning system that is not only cost-effective but also fosters independent learning,” he said.

Upon completion of her Foundation in Business course, Tharani Ramasamy embarked on a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance at Taylor’s University and with the university’s connections in the industry, Tharani successfully secured internships with prestigious accounting firms.

However, Tharani’s passion for teaching led her to pursue a Master of Teaching and Learning programme at Taylor’s School of Education, graduating with a perfect CGPA of 4.0.

Her interactions with her lecturer and supervisor during her master’s program, led to her role as the project officer for Projek BacaBaca, which then ultimately led her to pursue her PhD in education, where she currently investigates former Tamil primary school students’ during their primary-secondary medium of instruction transition.

“Projek BacaBaca is an initiative that aims to raise awareness on learning poverty and promote literacy for underserved communities. Taylor’s University has nurtured my passion for teaching and research, enabling me to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. Through their purpose-led education curriculum and support, I have been able to explore my interests, tackle educational challenges, and pave the way for a better future in education,” she explained.

Tharani has also gone on to present a research paper on Learning Poverty at the BERA Conference 2022 at Liverpool University, and was invited to conduct a sharing session for teachers from The Night School Project on Assessment, a programme that trains teachers who teach refugee and stateless students in Malaysia.

Immanuel Santosh, former Taylor’s College Foundation in Arts student, who went on to pursue his Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Interior Architecture at Taylor’s University while being a dedicated ambassador of The Risers, spearheads CAREbinet by The Risers project.

“The project involves building and distributing 14 cabinets to schools in Kuala Lumpur, which highlights the importance of community involvement in ensuring a sustainable and inclusive future for all. I am proud to be a part of the team that worked on building and distributing the cabinets which included other The Risers ambassadors as well as Taylor’s students, with guidance and assistance from creative hub Mereka,” said Immanuel.

Deputy Vice Chancellor, and Chief Academic Officer, Professor Pradeep Nair, highlighted the university’s commitment to become the best university for the world through its purpose learning initiative.

“Our education and research are purpose-led and impact-driven, and aligns the staff and students’ passion, purpose, and profession. We have established 13 Impact Labs, which are solution-focused multidisciplinary teams of academics, practitioners, and students, committed to working together to make progress on societal problems, guided by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

“Our labs bring together expertise from across the university, as well as partners from government, businesses, non-profits, philanthropic practitioners, and beneficiary groups to generate new insights and creative approaches required to solve complex challenges in our world. Our aspiration is for students to live successful and meaningful lives.

“By doing what they love, what the world needs, what they are good at and what they can be paid for”, he said.

Please visit Taylor’sphere for more information.

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Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) nurtures innovative engineers for the Telecommunications sector

PETALING JAYA: UTAR’s Bachelor of Telecommunications Engineering (BTE) with Honours, is designed to provide a thorough understanding of state-of-the-art telecommunications systems.

Currently under the Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science (LKC FES) of UTAR, the programme also provides an edge with the latest technologies which are in line with the 5G networks, Fourth Industrial Revolution and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Being fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC) Malaysia, UTAR graduates have the opportunity to register as Graduate Engineers with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) upon completion of the programme. The accreditation also gives an assurance that UTAR graduates have met the academic standards for engineering practices.

The degree offers students the opportunity to develop relevant skills necessary to be at the forefront of the ever-expanding and highly sought-after telecommunications sector, by emerging with fresh technologies.

When asked about the unique strengths of the programme, LKC FES Head of Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Assoc Prof Ir Dr Chang Yoong Choon, said,

“UTAR’s BTE with Honours degree programme blends practice with theories; this will help equip students with the skills and knowledge required to design, develop and deploy the next generation telecommunication systems with a strong emphasise on AI and cloud computing.”

He added, “This involves communication electronics, digital signal processing, signal coding, optical communications, broadband multimedia communications and fixed broadband network. In addition, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, the Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud computing are some of the descriptive technologies that enable the next-generation networks.

“Our strong partnership with industry has allowed us to develop a practice-focused course, which is essential for the needs of the rapidly changing telecommunications industry. In this programme, AI and communications syllabuses are taught by Huawei Certified Academy Instructor (HCAI). Acquiring the industry-relevant technical knowledge will prepare students to take the Huawei Certified ICT Associate (HCIA) certificates.”

Dr Chang also enthused, “Upon completing the programme, students gain an in-depth understanding of the engineering principles and gain the ability to use mathematical and statistical tools to evaluate networks and assess their performances.

The programme paves the way for students to develop commercially viable network applications, understand threats to security, and implement protective measures. Through the programme, the students will deepen their theoretical knowledge and develop extensive analytical and problem-solving skills, with the opportunity to give presentations, and take part in group work and discussions; aiding in preparing the students to be part of a developing team and bringing the best out of the individual’s capabilities.”

The BTE programme is fully accredited by EAC Malaysia, and requires four years for a full-time student to complete the programme. Telecommunications Engineering is one of the most rapidly developing and dynamic fields of engineering that can open up a number of career paths.

Among Job options related to Telecommunications Engineering are Network Engineer (Artificial Intelligence), Transmission Engineer, Core Network Engineer, Test Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Software Engineer (IoT), Data Centre Operations Engineer, Radio Frequency Engineer, Wireless Engineer, and many others.

For as low as RM 309, one can enrol in UTAR’s foundation or undergraduate studies, while enjoying a 100% application fee waiver. In addition, UTAR offers a study grant of RM 1,000 to students whose sibling is currently studying or completed studies at UTAR and to children of UTAR Alumni (terms and conditions apply). For more information, you may visit www.study.utar.edu.my or whatsapp 016-2233 557.

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Starbucks Fly me to Paris contest winner to fly to the city of love

KUALA LUMPUR: Starbucks Malaysia is thrilled to announce that Fasihah Jaslan has emerged as the fortunate recipient of an extraordinary seven-day, four-night journey to the captivating city of Paris, France, accompanied by a beloved companion.

Yesterday marked an exciting milestone as Starbucks Malaysia unveiled the long awaited winner of their highly-anticipated ‘Fly Me to Paris’ contest.

As an additional delightful surprise, they will also be receiving a pre-loaded Starbucks card worth RM500, which is sure to enhance their memorable Starbucks experience. This incredible outcome is undeniably a life-changing opportunity that will create cherished memories for years to come.

In addition to celebrating the exceptional achievement of Fasihah, Starbucks was also delighted to recognise the remarkable accomplishments of the other finalists who participated in the contest. As second and third prize winners, they received well-deserved accolades along with enticing rewards.

The second prize winner was thrilled to receive a delightful three-day, two-night getaway for two at The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort, complemented by a RM400 pre-loaded Starbucks card. Similarly, the third prize winner was treated to an exquisite three-day, two-night retreat for two at the luxurious Berjaya Langkawi Resort, accompanied by a RM300 pre-loaded Starbucks card.

The celebration continued with five deserving runner-up winners who were awarded a RM200 pre-loaded Starbucks card, allowing them to savor their favorite Starbucks delights while also receiving Starbucks merchandise worth up to RM500. Moreover, to extend the joy of this remarkable occasion, 100 consolation prize winners were selected and presented with Starbucks merchandise worth up to RM100, ensuring that the spirit of appreciation reached far and wide.

“As we conclude the exciting ‘Fly Me to Paris’ contest, on behalf of Starbucks Malaysia, we are overwhelmed by the incredible enthusiasm and unwavering support demonstrated by our valued customers. This contest has truly showcased the magic of Starbucks Malaysia, where dreams take flight and extraordinary experiences come to life,” said Group CEO of Berjaya Food Berhad and managing director of Starbucks Malaysia & Brunei, Datuk Sydney Quays.

“We congratulate the winners on their well-deserved victory and wish them an unforgettable journey. To all the finalists and participants, your dedication and spirit have inspired us beyond measure. Also, a warm thank you goes to The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort and Berjaya Langkawi Resort for being part of this remarkable adventure as our hotel sponsors in Malaysia.

May our collaborative efforts ignite a sense of possibility and adventure in travelers near and far,” added Sydney.

In December 2022, Starbucks embarked on an exciting collaboration with MTV Entertainment Studios-produced EMILY IN PARIS, bringing an irresistible collection of trendy daily essentials to Starbucks® stores in Malaysia. Alongside this exclusive launch, Starbucks Malaysia introduced the captivating ‘Fly Me to Paris’ contest, offering their fortunate customers a chance to win extraordinary prizes valued at up to RM50,000.

Participation in the contest was as simple as purchasing items from the Emily in Paris + Starbucks® collectible line during the contest period. Throughout the month-long campaign, participants were engaged with various questions, enhancing their chances to become the ultimate winners.

To further elevate the experience, registered Starbucks Rewards members received double entries for each purchase made using their Starbucks Rewards card or app. The contest garnered an outstanding 2808 contest entries and it was a truly remarkable campaign that united fashion, culture, and the joy of Starbucks- captivating hearts and creating memorable moments for all.

“I’m incredibly grateful and honored to be the lucky winner of Starbucks Malaysia’s ‘Fly Me to Paris’ contest. This journey to Paris is truly a dream come true, and I can’t express how much it means to me. I’m immensely thankful for this amazing prize and the unforgettable memories it will create. A heartfelt thank you to Starbucks Malaysia for making my dream of visiting Paris a reality.” said Fasihah.

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