Syria Care telah berkumpul selama lebih dari seminggu di Dewan Melati, Seksyen 7 Shah Alam mulai dari 14 hingga 22 Oktober 2023 bagi menjayakan inisiatif ‘Warm Their Winter’. Ini merupakan projek pengumpulan pakaian musim sejuk baharu dan terpakai yang diperolehi melalui sumbangan daripada masyarakat.
Sokongan yang ditunjukkan masyarakat di Lembah Klang dan juga luar dari negeri Selangor pada dua hari terakhir pengumpulan telah meningkatkan lagi sasaran 756 kotak pakaian musim sejuk baharu dan terpakai kepada 1,300 kotak dengan anggaran setiap satunya seberat 10 hingga 15 kilogram.
Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Syria Care, Puan Siti Sakinah Binti Meor Omar Baki berkata, sumbangan pakaian yang meningkat dalam masa dua hari ini adalah satu keajaiban dari tuhan serta menunjukkan rakyat Malaysia sentiasa menjadi tangan awal dalam membantu mereka yang berada dalam kesusahan.
Cabaran dihadapi pihak Syria Care ketika ini adalah dana bagi menghantar kontena yang masih belum mencapai sasaran yang diperlukan dan masih berbaki RM90,000.
Syria Care turut berterima kasih atas khidmat sukarelawan yang disumbangkan dari Briged Sukarelawan Universiti Teknologi MARA (UITM), Management Science University (MSU), Kolej Poly-Tech Mara Cawangan Bangi (KPTM), Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), Politeknik Nilai dan Universiti Malaya (UM).
Projek ini juga mendapat kerjasama serta sokongan Sinar Karangkraf, Min Qalby Foundation, Qalby App, World Peace Entertainment, Pertubuhan Kebajikan Dan Amal Wanita Selangor (PEKAWANIS), Majlis Bandaraya Shah Alam (MBSA), Majlis Perwakilan Penduduk Zon 3 (MPP ZON 3), De Haramin, Sasuke Bundle, Moon’s Kitchen serta Jakel Shah Alam.
Pelepasan kontena bantuan pakaian musim sejuk ini adalah fasa awal dari projek utama ‘Winter Aid’ Syria Care yang merangkumi bantuan pakaian musim sejuk (Warm Their Winter), bantuan bahan bakar (Fuel Aid) dan bantuan pek makanan (Order Food) dengan sasaran kutipan berjumlah RM1.3 juta sehingga Januari 2024.
Orang ramai yang ingin meringankan bebanan pelarian Syria dalam musim sejuk kali ini, boleh menyumbang kepada tabung ‘Winter Aid’ menerusi akaun Maybank: 562106653575 atau CIMB: 8601894560 dengan rujukan ‘WinterAid’.
Sehubungan itu, Syria Care mengalu-alukan sumbangan daripada semua pihak bagi memastikan penghantaran bantuan musim sejuk dapat dibuat dengan seberapa segera.
Sebarang maklumat lanjut boleh hubungi Syria Care di talian 011-37030900
Amidst the vibrant landscape of Malaysia’s electronic dance music culture, the inception of Bass Culture Asia represents a significant evolutionary leap. The event is scheduled to take place on the 4th of November 2023 at the renowned Mega Star Arena, nestled in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, and will feature a stellar lineup of musical talents from both local and international domains.
Bass Culture Asia (BCA), masterfully organized by AG Group Global, promises an unparalleled journey through the electronic music domain. This experience invites you to become a part of the BCA family, offering a remarkable night adorned with exceptional artist performances, captivating visuals, and an environment throbbing with boundless energy.
BCA is ready to put on a show that will give you a mind blowing experience with their top-tier audio system, state of the art lighting effects & laser display and a mega LED screen that will keep you glued to the impressive visuals that will be broadcast throughout the night, within the luxurious and welcoming environment of Mega Star Arena. The experience is expected to be worth every penny as all party goers will be dancing like there is no tomorrow.
Aimed at fulfilling the immense hunger of dance music fans within the region, especially for those who are passionate about and are longing for trance and hardstyle, Bass Culture Asia: The Rising has officially revealed its first batch of electronic music artistes to the public after listening to all of your feedback.
“They heard your responses, they are now here to fulfill your dreams.”
Among the first international acts to be announced are legendary hardstyle duo TNT made up of Italian hardstyle deejay & producer Cristiano Giusberti, known by his primary stage name Technoboy, and hardstyle deejay & producer Antonio Donà a.k.a Tuneboy, both from Bologna.
Technoboy’s biggest hits include ‘War Machine’, ‘Rage’, ‘Into Deep’, ‘Oh My God’, and the Qlimax 2008 Anthem ‘Next Dimensional World’ and has played at Defqon.1 Festival, Bionic (UK), Sensation, Mondo (Edinburgh UK), Qlimax, Mystery Land, In Qontrol, Hard Bass, X-Qlusive, Fantazia (Glasgow), Decibel etc., and in Clubs like Hemkade 48, The Bridge, Index (Earthquake 2003), Tropicana, OXA, Ministry of Dance, Locomotion, Plaza di Christo, Vat 69 (2Fast4Trance), The Melkweg, and Club Sans Souci (The Zone)
Tuneboy has produced over 500 tracks supported by the biggest international names on the scene and played at parties such as Parties like Qlimax, Defqon, X-Qlusive, In Qontrol, Decibel, HardBass, Tomorrowland, Dance Valley, Black, Q-Base and now Bass Culture Asia.
Technoboy & Tuneboy are the pioneers of the energetic sounds of hardstyle.
Joining them on the big stage at Mega Star Arena will be the trending duo OverDrive, made up of Hard Trance/Tech/Hardstyle deejays & producers Jesse Pedro & Christian Jay from Melbourne Australia. The duo is expected to ignite the night with their stimulating music and drop beats that will have Malaysia shaking to the core.
Also in the line up is Scottish trance & techno deejay and record producer DJ Mark Sherry. The always on the pulse Sherry has remixes on Outburst Records/Techburst Records, Reset (Spinnin), Armada, Mental Asylum, High Contrast, Lange & Detox, and is guaranteed to have you dancing till dawn.
Next on the list is deejay and producer DJ Isaac (Roel Schutrupsoel), from The Netherlands. He is one of the founders of hardstyle and has been at the forefront of harder dance music; a position he now holds for over 20 years. Always sticking his head out for new revolutions in sound, Schutrupsoel is a regular headliner at the world’s biggest dance festivals and events like Electric Daisy Carnival, Defqon.1 Festival, Qlimax and Decibel Outdoor. He is responsible for big hits like ’DJ, Ease My Mind’, ‘B*tches, ‘Digital Nation‘ and Stick Em’ and remixes for Martin Garrix, Dash Berlin, Yellow Claw & Showtek.
Also joining the incredible line up of acts for BCA, is new BBC Radio 1 resident Will Atkinson, who is an entity that truly congers up futuristic soundscapes for the jilted generation. Responsible for over 100 BBC Radio 1 airplays and 6 Beatport number 1s, the ambidextrous Atkinson who cannot be restrained by genre, began mixing records at the tender age of 7. He has certainly come of age with a long list of hit records that includes “Pat Butcher”, “Victims”, “Numb The Pain”, “Subconscious”, “Mesmerize” (ft Rowetta from The Happy Mondays), “The Gamer Changer”, “Fresh Meat”, all of which, are genre defining, chart topping, iconic titles that have set the bar uncomfortably high for Will’s peers to try and follow.
Having released on all of the scene’s coolest labels including Subculture, Kearnage, FSOE, Spinnin’, Armada, Perfecto Fluoro and Vandit, the demand for Will’s production skills is truly rampant. His tour schedule reads like a catalogue of the coolest festivals and clubs in the world with regular peak time slots at EDC Vegas, EDC Mexico, Dreamstate all over the US, Beyond Wonderland, Creamfields, Luminosity, BAT Buenos Aires, Subculture Australia, Earthcore, ASOT and now bass Culture Asia in Kuala Lumpur.
The local line up that has been announced so far includes crowd favourites deejay, producer and radio celebrity Ramsey Westwood, international globetrotters Chukiess & Whackboy, who need no introduction, EDM vocalist Amin Salmee whose tracks have been making waves with top labels like Warner Music Malaysia, Black Hole Recordings (The Netherlands) & Armada Music (The Netherlands), the iconic Mister Ariffin, DJ duo Techwoot B2B Azwa, and DJ duo Smash B2B Yunn.
A limited number of Phase 1 General Admission and VIP tickets are currently on sale.
Ticketing Information:
General Admission:
Phase 1 : RM 178
Phase 2 : RM 208
1) GA ticket holders can only enter the General Admission Areas in the event venue.
2) Normal lane during entry and bar.
3) Normal Festival band.
VIP Pricing:
Phase 1 : RM 238
Phase 2 : RM 278
1) VIP express lane for entry and beverages.
2) Access to enter VIP and GA areas.
3) Vip area included raised viewing platform (FREE SEATING)
4) Access to exclusive private VIP bar
5) BCA PREMIUM VIP pass x1
6) BCA PREMIUM Led festival band x1
7) Inclusive of 1x Beer (Heineken) and 1x drink. Options (Soft drink / Mineral Water)
The people behind Bass Culture Asia have massive experience in organizing EDM events, plus The Rising is well-supported by Hardstyle Republic & KL Warehouse Project.
Rentak Sejuta and Selebriti Online are the official media partners to Bass Culture Asia: The Rising.
Grab your tickets now and secure your spot at the hottest EDM event of the year. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the energy, the music, and the unforgettable memories.
In the realm of social media, shades of Purple, Lilac, and Violet have taken center stage, notably on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. This resurgence can be largely attributed to influencers who have successfully propelled these colors into the trend spotlight, injecting vibrancy into conventional wardrobes. Riding on this wave of popularity, vivo Malaysia has unveiled the eye-catching Starry Purple vivo V29 5G, marking a bold and stylish leap in smartphone design. This innovative release is poised to redefine our approach to color in fashion and technology. Since last year, we’ve seen a lot of Malaysia’s fashion brands come out with pastel shades of handbags, such as Bonia, Christy Ng, Nobat Malaysia, and more. These influenced brands are also one of the contributors to seeing purple hues all over social media. Over the years, we have become familiar with the concept of color-blocking. Now, many fashion lovers have picked purple as their shade of choice as it manages to be cute, soft, sexy, bold, and chic all at once.
A Chic Purple Dress
Let’s get back to the topic of how to style in purple! Basically, styling a purple dress offers a canvas for diverse expressions of class, sensuality, and boldness all in one. For a classy touch, opt for a tailored fit that accentuates your silhouette, perhaps a sleek midi or an elegant maxi dress. Pair it with understated, complementary accessories like white pumps or delicate silver jewelry. (Source: Stylecharade) To infuse some sexiness, consider a dress with strategic cutouts or a plunging neckline, showcasing a hint of skin while maintaining an air of sophistication. The key lies in finding the right balance, letting the purple hue do the talking while embracing your confidence and personal style.
A Little Touch of Purple Handbags
A handbag is an essential accessory to complete the look. With a great choice of design, colors, and styles, a handbag can look way more expensive than it actually is. A nice and trendy purple bag could help boost your outfit, and you can opt for a crossbody bag to look classy in your outfit. Pair it with another pastel top, and you’re ready for an OOTD picture! (source: Nazifi Nasri, Bags) Purple is the reigning hue in the world of handbags! Most of the brands, whether local gems like Nazifi Nasri or global fashion brands, have showcased purple in their designs. Each brand caters to its own unique fashion tribe for trendsetters to effortlessly rock the look.
Style it with your purple phone.
Smartphones have become an essential part of our daily communication needs. Incorporating a purple phone into your purple outfit is a stylish way to embrace the color. In contemporary fashion, the phone has evolved into an accessory that complements your ensemble, always within reach and making a fashion statement. The Vivo V29 5G is the latest addition to the Vivo V series, featuring a captivating Starry Purple color with a 9 million stars design that would perfectly complement your purple outfit. Its stunning purple gradient can effortlessly pair with various tones, be they pastels, light shades, soft hues, bold colors, or even darker tones. The primary feature of the Vivo V29 5G is its Aura Light 2.0, which excels at capturing images in various lighting conditions and enhancing color balance. When it comes to capturing stylish OOTD photos, having a phone with an appealing design, vibrant colors, and excellent camera quality is important. Grab the fashionable V29 5G in the trending Starry Purple color from Vivo’s official E-Store to pair it with your chic outfit and get ready to rock on your next OOTD picture! For more information, please stay tuned for the latest updates on the Vivo Malaysia official Facebook page and the Vivo Malaysia official website.
The 2023 OPPO Inspiration Challenge Global Final Demo Event, held in Singapore, marked the culmination of an intense competition. Following this event, OPPO proudly announced the five winning proposals. This challenge, spearheaded by the OPPO Research Institute and supported by industry leaders such as Qualcomm, GSMA 5G IN, Amazon Web Services, and LinkedIn, encompassed two categories: “Inspiration for People” and “Inspiration for the Planet”. These categories were designed to unearth powerful solutions aligning with OPPO’s dedication to “Virtuous Innovation”. After a series of regional challenges and an intensive acceleration camp, 687 proposals were submitted by teams representing 66 countries and regions worldwide. From this extensive array, five exceptional proposals were selected. These victorious teams will now embark on an enriched collaborative journey with OPPO and its partners to transform their visionary concepts into reality.
“We are extremely grateful for the collaborative support of our partners and to all the technology professionals and entrepreneurs who have taken part in this year’s OPPO Inspiration Challenge, especially the top five teams who truly demonstrated the incredible potential of innovative technology,” said Jason Liao, President of the OPPO Research Institute. “Following five months of extensive evaluation, we have seen many innovative and cutting-edge solutions to a number of critical but overlooked social issues raised by start-ups from around the world. Together, through the Inspiration Challenge, we look forward to working with these teams to bring the power of virtuous innovation to all corners of the world.”
During the Global Final Demo Event, OPPO collaborated with six startup teams from both this and last year to showcase their cutting-edge products and prototypes. Among them, Bluepha Co., Ltd. has teamed up with OPPO to create environmentally friendly packaging for mobile phones, as well as art installations made from biodegradable materials that showcase both the lightness and flexibility of OPPO’s foldable smartphones and OPPO’s commitment to the environment. Woola, another sustainability-focused startup, demonstrated its packaging for the OPPO Watch made from recycled wool. One of the winners of last year’s Inspiration Challenge, TangTang Quan, returned to the stage this year to demonstrate the results of its collaboration with OPPO, promoting a blood glucose monitoring function for the OPPO Watch 4 Pro that enables diabetes patients to monitor their blood glucose levels in real time using a customized smart watch interface.
This year, OPPO also teamed up with Deloitte China for the first time to launch an acceleration camp prior to the Global Final Demo Event. During the camp, experts from the OPPO Research Institute joined members of OPPO’s software, hardware, investment, universities and research, IoT departments, and industry experts from Deloitte to engage in discussions with the top 15 teams and provide advice on technology, industry trends, and the business prospects of their proposals.
At the end of the event, five winning proposals were ultimately selected from among fifteen finalists by a panel of judges comprising members of the OPPO Research Institute, OPPO’s investment department, and experts from Temasek International, GSMA, Fidelity International, and XNode. The judges assessed the proposals against the four criteria of feasibility, innovation and originality, long-term potential, and social values, with winning teams each receiving a grant of USD $50,000 plus opportunities to further develop their ideas in collaboration with OPPO and its partners. Further to this, “3D interactive platform” and “Flint Paper Battery” were awarded the People’s Choice awards in the “Inspiration for People” and “Inspiration for the Planet” categories, and “Impulse (Non-Surgical Hearing Aid)” and “Flint Paper Battery” received the Media Choice awards.
OPPO will continue to bring together technology professionals, entrepreneurs, and startup teams through the Inspiration Challenge to develop and implement innovative solutions that enable more people to benefit from the power of technology.
To learn more about the OPPO Inspiration Challenge and the winning proposals from this year’s competition, please visit the official website at https://www.oppo.com/en/proposal/.
Program Famili Duo 2023 di TV3 terus mendominasi slot hiburan Ahad dengan menarik sejumlah 3.8 juta penonton (sumber: Nielsen), dari jam 9.00 malam hingga 11.00 malam. Episod permulaan ini jelas mengatasi rancangan pesaing yang bersiaran serentak. Pengumuman pasangan duo keenam telah menjadi satu berita mengejutkan yang memberikan kesan besar kepada program realiti FD2023. Kejayaan mengejutkan juga diraih oleh Sharif Kadir Doli Sharif dan abangnya, Mohd Syaiful Doli Sharif, sebagai juara mingguan untuk minggu pertama. Komen positif dari juri turut menyatakan kepuasan terhadap penampilan cemerlang pasangan adik-beradik ini.
Menurut juri tetap Mas Idayu atau dikenali dengan nama pentasnya Mummy, “Untuk menukar karakter dari sebuah program lawak ke program nyanyian realiti yang lebih serius mungkin agak sukar, tetapi Sharif dan Syaiful berjaya memberikan persembahan terbaik mengikut rentak Famili Duo melalui cara tersendiri. Kamu berdua berjaya menyusun lagu yang bermain dengan elemen rock, dangdut dan juga lawak. Itulah yang dinamakan kreativiti. Itu juga ciri-ciri yang dicari pada para peserta Famili Duo selama ini.”
Ajai juga turut puji persembahan keseluruhan Sharif dan Syaiful. “Kamu tahu cara untuk mengikut rentak lagu, kamu juga tahu penyampaian perasaan mengikut susunan lagu yang bersesuaian. Saya sangat bersetuju dengan susunan lagu yang kamu telah mengolah supaya memanfaatkan kekuatan kamu. Perkara itu saya ‘salute’. Saya harap benda ni berkekalan dan prestasi kamu berdua terus naik sehingga konsert terakhir,” ulas Ajai.
Baru-baru ini, Sharif dan Syaiful telah memberi bayangan kepada para penonton tentang pencabar utama mereka bagi musim ini iaitu Ryan dan Adam Bakery. Namun, konsert pertama FD2023 telah menyaksikan persembahan yang turut menghiburkan itu di tangga ketiga selepas pasangan Shila dan Syahir Amzah.
Berikut adalah senarai kedudukan persembahan di minggu pertama #FamiliDuo2023.
Sharif & Syaiful – 55.4%
Shila Amzah & Syahir – 49.1%
Ryan & Adam Bakery – 42.2%
Tom & Fuad Rahman – 41.3%
Haqiem Rusli & Ariff Bahran – 37.8%
Adira & Emma Suhaimi – 36.2%
Dapatkah pasangan lain mendahului duo yang dahulunya misteri itu dengan tema pilihan mereka iaitu ‘Cinta’? Jangan lupa untuk mengundi pasangan kegemaran anda di atas talian melalui Tonton kerana markah anda akan menentukan 30% markah keseluruhan. Lebih istimewa, penonton yang melanggan pakej TontonUP berpeluang untuk mengundi sebanyak 50 undian untuk duo kegemaran mereka! Gunakan kod ‘FAMILIDUO2023’ untuk mendapatkan tawaran khas bagi tiga bulan pertama sempena FD3 dengan harga serendah RM20.
Famili Duo 3 ini dibawakan khas oleh penaja utama OGAWA, penaja bersama Elegant Cosmetics, dan rakan penaja Centrum Multivitamin. Turut memeriahkan musim ini adalah OhBulan! dan XTRA sebagai Famili Digital, serta Hot FM sebagai Famili Radio.
Famili Duo 3 diketuai oleh Russell Mark Rodrigues (pengurus projek), Muhamad Sufian Che Isa (penerbit eksekutif) dan Noradillah Binti Abdullah (penerbit). Gunakan hashtag #FamiliDuo2023 untuk menghangatkan lagi perbualan di laman sosial media.
Jadi tunggu apa lagi? Pastikan anda mengundi duo selebriti kegemaran anda di pentas persembahan Famili Duo seterusnya pada 22 Oktober 2023, pukul 9.00 malam di TV3! Untuk maklumat lanjut dan perkembangan terkini tentang program TV3, jangan lupa ikuti laman media sosial rasmi Facebook, Instagram &Twitterdi @TV3Malaysia serta TikTok @TV3MalaysiaOfficial.
In a steadfast commitment to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), plus-sized individuals are taking center stage, reshaping societal perceptions. The Women’s Empowerment Gala, a pivotal component of Miss Plus World Malaysia 2023/24, celebrates the invaluable contributions, talents, and unique perspectives of curvy women while striving to foster a more inclusive and just world.
The Women’s Empowerment Gala, with a particular focus on Body Positivity, aims to provide a platform for meaningful conversations, knowledge sharing, and empowerment. Its goal is to raise awareness and educate on the importance of embracing diversity and inclusion. Participants will partake in enlightening discussions, hands-on workshops, and informative presentations, all underscoring the significance of embracing diversity in its many forms.
This event is designed to instil self-assurance and create an atmosphere of empowerment for individuals from all walks of life. It’s an opportunity to revel in diversity, break down barriers, and make significant strides toward a more equitable and inclusive world.
A Paradigm Shift in the Making:
For too long, conventional beauty standards have cast a narrow and exclusionary shadow over the lives of plus-sized women. But times are changing, and this movement seeks to challenge and redefine these standards to pave the way for a brighter, more accepting future.
Key Elements of the Forum
Promoting Self-Acceptance: At the heart of Forum is the promotion of self-acceptance and body positivity among plus-sized women. It encourages individuals to embrace and love their bodies, regardless of societal pressures
Amplifying Voices : The importance of giving voice to plus-sized women is emphasized and a platform for them to share their stories, experiences, and perspectives to create a sense of belonging and empowerment is provided.
Challenging Stereotypes : It challenges and deconstructs harmful stereotypes and prejudices, fostering understanding and empathy.
The Way Forward
The Forum’s goal is to create a vision for a world where all women, including plus-sized women, are not judged by their appearance but rather celebrated for their unique qualities, abilities, and diverse perspectives. It aims to shift the narrative from exclusion to inclusion and from discrimination to empowerment.
The journey ahead may be challenging, but it is a journey worth undertaking. The collective commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with the empowerment of plus-sized women, will enrich society and lead to positive, lasting change.
Partners in Wellness
the Women Empowerment Forum and the Miss Plus World Malaysia are supported by The Atelier Clinic and Phytoscience. Atelier Clinic, as a Main Presenter, specialises in advancing beauty, health and well-being through the power of cell-based therapies. Through thorough assessments and consultations, Atelier developed tailored treatment plans that address specific concerns, whether it’s improving join function, enhancing aesthetic appearance, optimising overall health, or combating the effects of aging.
Phytoscience, the Miss Plus World Malaysia 2023/24 Platinum Sponsor, is a global health & wellness company that stands at the forefront of product innovation and is committed to helping people take control of their health, both physically and financially. Phytoscience produces cutting edge, award-winning, scientifically proven & clinically researched wellness formulas and rewards all its distributors with one of the most lucrative and balanced financial reward plans in the industry.
Women Empowerment Forum
The Women Empowerment Forum will be happening on the 19th of October 2023 at 2pm to 5pm at the Whydham Grand Bangsar KL.
For more information, please contact Megan Tan at 019 241 8298.
CelcomDigi Berhad (“CelcomDigi”) introduced its new corporate logomark, expressing the company’s desire to be its clients’ and the nation’s trusted partner in innovation and digitalization.
Celcom and Digi have been among the most trusted and most loved brands in Malaysia for three decades. The introduction of the new logomark is a key milestone in the company’s mission post merger to find innovative ways to advancing Malaysians to achieve everything they aspire to and are inspired by.
CelcomDigi’s Chief Executive Office, Datuk Idham Nawawi said, “Since the completion of our merger in December 2022, we have been progressively introducing new services, solutions, and innovation. Today, more than just a new livery, our new corporate brand symbolisesa bold new chapter for our customers, for the nation, and for CDzens who power our organization every day. It builds on our brand sprit- ‘Creating a world inspired by you’- to embody three fundamental principles: dynamism, passion for customers, and excellence.
323 days of achievements
Since the merger of Celcom and Digi in December 2022, both brands- now under a single corporate entity CelcomDigi Berhad have continued to serve consumer and business customer seamlessly, integrating services and products, introducing new offerings, building the nation’s future digital network, and creating a winning organization staffed by the country’s most talented Malaysians.
In April 2023, the company commenced a full-scale programme to build Malaysia’s future digital network- integrating and modernizing the widest and fastest 4G network in Malaysia with the latest LTE and 5G- ready technologies. These efforts have uplifted overall network experience for its customers – post-consolidation, customers now enjoy wider coverage as well as improved customer experience.
The company also introduced new segment offerings for home and fibre, and devices services under CelcomDigi Fibre with Malaysia’s first 1Gbps fibre to every room, and for business segments through CelcomDigi Business. CelcomDigi is also actively spurring digitalisation and 5G For All adoption among consumer and businesses through its affordable 5G device bundles and MY5G series, spearheading 5G thought leadership and promoting SME digitalisation. Most recently, CelcomDigi, via its Innovation Centre and collaborating with DHL, launched the country’s first 5G powered AI autonomous warehouse. The company has also partnered with Yinson Holdings for the development of innovative electric vehicle (EV) services and infrastructure for Malaysian consumers. CelcomDigi have also signed strategic partnership with SK Telecom and VIRNECT in the areas of driving innovation with 5G, AI, and Metaverse applications.
Delivering the best solutions, offers, and experiences to customers in the age of “digital everything”
CelcomDigi is commited to be the digital enabler for Malaysians, bringing comprehensive products, innovations and IoT solutions beyond telecommunication services to connect lives everywhere and enhance Malaysians’ digital lifestyle.
Penayangan istimewa filem “magiK” yang dianjurkan oleh syarikat produksi, 42nd Pictures Sdn Bhd, yang dikendalikan oleh pasangan suami isteri Yasu dan Bea Tanaka, dan dilaksanakan di tujuh lokasi terpilih bermula pada 11 September lalu, telah mencapai matlamat mereka dengan berjaya mendekati penonton sasaran.
Menurut Bea, penerbit filem ini, penayangan istimewa “magiK” di tujuh lokasi yang berbeza di Semenanjung Malaysia melibatkan lapan sesi tayangan yang diberi nama “magiK Road Trip Screening.”
“Setakat ini, pihak kami sudah berjaya mengadakan empat tayangan khas filem magiK bersama penduduk setempat termasuk komuniti bermasalah pendengaran membabitkan lokasi di Kuantan,Terengganu,Kedah dan YMCA, Kuala Lumpur.
“Tayangan khas filem ini juga ialah versi ‘closed caption’ untuk memudahkan penonton dari komuniti bermasalah pendengaran,”katanya.
Filem magiK yang bakal menemui penonton dipawagam seluruh Malaysia pada 30 November depan memaparkan gadis pekak berusia tujuh tahun, Kit yang ini tinggal di perkampungan terkenal dengan kelip-kelip.
Yasu Tanaka (kiri) dan Bea Tanaka (kanan)
Kuantan
Lokasi pertama untuk tayangan khas filem magiK adalah di Kuantan, Pahang. Menurut pengarah filem ini, Tanaka, lokasi ini dipilih kerana penggambaran filem magiK berlangsung diKampung Kuantan, Kuala Selangor yang terkenal dengan kelip-kelip.
“Ramai penonton yang bertanya mengenai maksud huruf besar K yang juga judul filem magiK pada tayangan khas itu.
“Saya menjelaskan kepada mereka huruf besar K itu melambangkan banyak perkara.“K adakah Kit (nama watak utama), K juga bermaksud kelip-kelip dan komunikasi serta K juga bermaksud Kuantan,”katanya.
Tanaka berkata, selalunya dia akan mendapat idea baru dan inspirasi untuk menghasilkan skrip bila mengunjungi lokasi yang unik dan menarik di Malaysia. Katanya, dia juga boleh menyelami adat dan budaya masyarakat tempatan di setiap lokasi yang dikunjungi.
“Terima kasih kepada pihak yang membantu menjayakan tayangan khas filem magiK di sana iaitu Addy Haikal, Warung Adri dan Pameran Seni Haram yang menjadi tuan rumah di Kuantan.
“Mereka juga tidak sabar untuk mengembangkan komuniti seni di Kuantan melalui pelbagai bentuk seni seperti muzik dan filem,” katanya.
Tidak ketinggalan, kata Tanaka, dia dan Bea turut berpeluang mempromosikan buku terbaru terbitan mereka berjudul “Visual Story Telling 2: How to Meet 42nd Sheep” dengan Pameran Seni Haram.
“Syarikat produksi, 42nd Pictures lazim mengadakan kelas “Visual Storytelling” dan menggunakan buku karya mereka sebagai buku teks,” katanya.
Terengganu
Tayangan khas kedua filem magiK membabitkan lokasi di tepi pantai yang indah dan terkenal dengan tempat penyu bertelur untuk konservasi penyu iaitu Pantai Telaga Papan di Setiu, Kuala Terengganu.
Menurut Tanaka, lokasi itu dipilih kerana ia bersesuaian dengan filem magiK yang juga menyentuh konservasi kelip-kelip.
“Namun, lokasi itu paling sukar untuk kami meletakkan peralatan seperti projektor, pembesar suara dan skrin layer untuk tayangan wayang pacak diluar, katanya.
Kata Tanaka lagi, magiK juga menyentuh isu alam sekitar dan karya dihasilkan juga sentiasa menekankan kepentingan komunikasi yang harmoni antara alam semula jadi dan manusia.
“Seperti filem kami sebelum ini, Nota, kisah berlaku di tepi sungai dan seterusnya dilaut.
“Seperti perubahan alam semula jadi mengajar kita bagaimana untuk hidup dengan aliran kitaran dan bukan melawannya seperti cuaca dan alam.
“Malangnya, pihak kami tidak dapat menyampaikan filem magiK kepada masyarakat tempatan kerana hujan turun dengan lebatnya ketika tayangan filem itu di sana dan kami perlu meneruskan perjalanan lokasi seterusnya pada keesokan paginya,” katanya.
Kedah
Perjalanan paling jauh sempena tayangan khas filem magiK ialah dari Setiu,Kuala Terengganu ke Sungai Petani, Kedah. Tayangan khas di sana berlangsung di SPace08000.
Menurut Tanaka,di Sungai Petani, SPace08000, telah menjadikan jalan belakang dan bangunan lama sebagai landasan untuk komuniti seni dan belia.
Mereka saling membantu untuk berkembang dan terus bertahan. “Tayangan khas filem magiK disana juga dapat menarik pelbagai golongan masyarakat seperti pasangan guru yang mengajar golongan pekak sama seperti Bea.
“Selain itu, ada lelaki Jepun yang menetap di Malaysia dan memberi sokongan kepada golongan OKU serta nama keluarganya juga Tanaka. Pada masa yang sama, ada juga pasangan pelancong dari Indonesia,” katanya.
“Kita dapat kenalan baru dikalangan menonton tayangan khas filem magiK di lokasi terpilih dan setiap pertemuan adalah tidak ternilai,” katanya.
YMCA, Kuala Lumpur
Minggu Orang Pekak Antarabangsa sedunia di sambut pada hari ahad terakhir, September. Pelbagai acara dianjurkan untuk meraikan hari terbabit, dan Tanaka dan Bea memilih untuk mengadakan tayangan filem magiK di YMCA, Kuala Lumpur.
Pasangan suami isteri ini berharap filem magiK akan menyumbang pengiktirafan kepada golongan bermasalah pendengaran.
Bea yang juga bekas guru pendidikan khas masalah pendengaran selama 15 tahun berkata, mereka juga mahu berkongsi filem itu dengan komuniti bermasalah pendengaran sebanyak yang boleh.
“Pihak kami bersyukur kerana YMCA, Kuala Lumpur menganjurkan tayangan khas sempena Minggu Orang Pekak Antarabangsa pada tahun ini dan ia sangat sesuai dengan filem magiK,filem mengenai seorang gadis pekak.
“Barisan pelakon filem magiK yang turut hadir untuk tayangan khas ini ialah Qisya Hairulzain (watak utama Kit), Tengku Carmeela (Kit dewasa), Chacko Vadaketh (Zack). Carmeela juga pekak dan ia juga penampilan pertamanya di layar filem,” katanya.
Sementara itu,Tanaka dan Bea berkata, melihat reaksi penonton secara langsung pada tayangan khas dilokasi terpilih itu adalah kepuasan sebenar mereka setelah menghabiskan banyak masa dan tenaga untuk menyiapkan filem itu.
“magiK adalah mengenai komunikasi. Ia adalah kisah mengenai sebuah keluarga di perkampungan yang terkenal dengan kelip-kelip.
“Pihak kami bertemu dengan ramai orang sepanjang tayangan khas ini dimana mereka juga mempunyai kehidupan dan masalah mereka sendiri,” katanya.
Kata Tanaka lagi, ada yang cuba bertahan dan ada yang meneruskan minat mereka dalam pelbagai bentuk seni.
“Setiap bandar mempunyai komuniti seni mereka sendiri dan mereka juga berjuang untuk terus berkembang maju.
“Kami juga merasakan sangat dekat dengan mereka sebagai pembikin filem Indie,” katanya.
Menyusul selepas ini, ada lagi empat tayangan khas filem magiK akan berlangsung dibeberapa lokasi selepas ini. Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk menontonnya nanti.
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Under its RM10.0 billion Sukuk Murabahah Programme, Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (Bank Islam) has successfully issued its fifth tranche of Subordinated Sukuk Murabahah, amounting to RM400.0 million.
The Sukuk Murabahah shall qualify as Tier 2 regulatory capital of Bank Islam in compliance with Bank Negara Malaysia’s Capital Adequacy Framework for Islamic Banks (Capital Components). Hence, it will enhance the capital adequacy of Bank Islam in line with the Basel III requirements.
The Sukuk Murabahah, which will be redeemed at its full nominal value upon maturity, comes with a call option on its fifth anniversary and is rated A1/stable by RAM Rating Services Berhad.
Bank Islam is the principal adviser, lead arranger, lead manager, and Shariah adviser for the Sukuk Murabahah program.
