Author: Helmi Aziz

KUALA LUMPUR, 12 Oktober: Perkembangan politik negara kini menggusarkan semua pihak terutama rakyat.

Ditambah dengan kenyataan oleh Istana Negara baru-baru ini yang memaklumkan Yang  di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah Ibni Al-Marhum  Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Al-Musta’in Billah menzahirkan rasa kecewa dengan keadaan  politik semasa telah menjentik hati rakyat negara ini. 

Persatuan Pengguna Islam Malaysia (PPIM) secara konsisten menegaskan pertubuhan ini  tidak menyebelahi mana-mana pihak dalam arena politik negara. 

Ketua Aktivis PPIM, Nadzim Johan@toqqi berkata PPIM berkongsi kegusaran rakyat yang  bimbang dengan masa depan serta maruah negara jika kepimpinan negara jatuh ke tangan  pihak tidak sepatutnya akibat daripada percakaran ahli politik beragama Islam. 

“Jika kita mahu berjaya, mahu kekal menjadi pentadbir di negara yang bertuah penuh  barokah ini, kita sebagai umat Islam harus bersatu, tidak ada jalan lain,” tegasnya. 

Nadzim menyambut baik saranan PAS yang mahu penyatuan ummah menjadi realiti  apabila kuasa besar negara ini bersama-sama berjuang dalam arena politik. 

“Kami di PPIM amat bersetuju jika kuasa besar orang melayu, orang Islam bergabung dan  kembali memerintah negara kita,  

“Sejarah membuktikan umat Islam negara ini tidak pernah mengenepikan hak bukan Islam  malah kebebasan beragama, berniaga dan hidup aman damai bersama di Malaysia antara  perkara yang amat kita banggakan di rantau ini. 

Tidak ada pemimpin negara lain boleh menyatupadukan rakyat pelbagai agama berbilang  kaum seperti yang kita lakukan di negara ini,” katanya.

Nadzim berkata PPIM sentiasa menyokong usaha mana-mana pihak yang mahu  bekerjasama dan menolak kerakusan mengejar kuasa dan tamak. 

“PPIM akan menyatakan sokongan dari masa ke semasa kepada calon tertentu yang  dilihat mampu membawa isu rakyat dan tidak mementingkan diri, 

“Lihatlah negara kita kini, apa nasib rakyat jika pemimpin di atas sana terus bercakaran dan  mencari kesalahan serta kelemahan sesama mereka, apa salahnya mereka bergabung dan  berganding bahu menggunakan kelebihan masing-masing demi masa depan negara yang  lebih baik,” katanya. 

Nadzim berkata situasi politik negara kini tidak sedikitpun membantu masalah dihadapi  rakyat seperti krisis ekonomi, kesukaran mendapat pekerjaan, ditekan oleh pemimpin zalim  dan diselebungi rasa takut kehilangan negara sendiri.

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct. 12): The UTM Holdings Sdn. Bhd. and UTM Hotel & Residence are happy to announce that a ‘Konsert Gemilang Bersama Dato’ Jamal Abdilllah’ will be held on Friday, December 9, 2022 – 8.45pm at the Grand Banquet Hall, Residensi UTMKL.

The concert is held in conjunction to promote Residensi UTMKL as a multipurpose event space and to raise funds through UTM Endowment for underprivileged students of University Technology Malaysia. The concert features Malaysia Legendary King of Pop Dato’ Jamal Abdillah with his famous songs including the all-time favourite ‘Kekasih Awal dan Akhir’, ‘Seroja’, ‘Sepi Seorang Perindu’ and many more. The legendary singer will be accompanied by a 7-piece band. Dato’Jamal Abdillah’s sons Zaki Yamani & Osama Yamani will also be on stage with his greatest hits such as ‘Gadis Melayu’.

UTM Holdings Sdn. Bhd. is honoured to partner with Dato’ Jamal Abdillah to collaborate in this concert due to his continuous popularity and high popular demand. UTM Holdings Sdn. Bhd. has received an overwhelming response from clients, supporters and guests about the Dato’ Jamal Abdillah concert and we tend to provide entertainment to the public especially our community surrounding UTMKL.  The concert also aims to raise funds for our CSR Program for the year 2022 by allocating 5% from the ticket sales which will be donated to the UTM underprivileged students. The involvement of individual guests, corporate groups and NGO’s are welcome to contribute to achieve these objectives.

This concert is open to the general public, the tickets are on sale ranging from 1^st Tier at RM350.00 per seat, 2^nd Tier at RM250.00 per seat. 3^rd Tier at RM200.00 per seat and 4^th Tier at RM150.00 per seat. We also offer a limited to100 audience the opportunity to join our exclusive Buffet Supper after the concert at The Sage @ Sixth Restaurant with Dato’ Jamal Abdillah with a special price of only RM50.00++ voucher. Ticket holders are also entitled to a special rate for accommodation at only RM140++ inclusive breakfast.

The Sage @ Sixth Restaurant also offers a special buffet dinner for only RM50++/pax on the day of the concert featuring a sumptuous spread of local and international cuisines. The restaurant is a perfect venue for you to bring your family and clients to dine in a comfortable and exciting atmosphere for lunch and dinner.

 About Dato’ Jamal Abdillah

Dato’ Jamal has raked up several awards. For his outstanding achievement and contribution to the entertainment industry he was awarded ‘Anugerah Pencapaian Sepanjang Hayat’ (ABPBH 2008) which he received in 2009 during the award night of ‘Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2008’ in Genting Highland.

After taking a break for almost a year, he decided on a solo concert named ‘Konsert Kembara Seniman’ for his fans at Panggung Sari, Istana Budaya to kick start the year of 2010. Following this, another solo concert named ‘J2011 Lagenda’ was held at the same venue and another concert at Istana Budaya from 2012 to 2022. This time around, his concert focused on his vocals with music arrangements that touched and captivated the hearts of many in the audience. In September 2011 he was invited to perform in Singapore where he has not set foot for almost 30 years. After 12 years, for the New Year 2023, Dato Jamal Abdillah was invited again to perform in Singapore. The concert ‘Aku Jamal…PERJALANANKU, at ESPLANADE HALL, Singapore on the 1^st. January, 2023.

He was given the honour to be the first Malay artist to perform a solo concert at Singapore Indoor Stadium. A stadium that could fill 3,500 people was packed. Dato’ Jamal Abdillah, singer cum actor with a tumultuous past. His journey continues and he is here to stay!

The hotel will continue to host other concerts in the future with local and international artists.

To purchase the ticket, kindly contact our Official Ticketing Partner MyTicket Asia @ www.myticket.asia or reach Main Organizer, Rusle 012-610 1704 & Rodzie 019-2243821

Petaling Jaya, 12 Oktober 2022 – FIT FOR ACTION, yang disiarkan dari 9.00 malam hingga 10.30 malam di TV3 dan disiarkan secara langsung dalam HD di www.tonton.com.my, telah menutup pintunya selepas enam minggu berlakon dan mempelajari kaedah lakonan.

FIT FOR ACTION, program pertandingan realiti baharu yang berkonsepkan cabaran lakon – layar dan fizikal untuk mencari pelakon lelaki dan pelakon wanita versatil Malaysia telah mengumumkan Muaz dan Raden sebagai juara manakala Marc Syammie dan Lisa sebagai naib juara.

Juara FIT FOR ACTION telah memenangi kontrak tawaran berlakon di saluran Media Prima beserta trofi. Naib juara juga membawa pulang trofi.

Sepanjang dua bulan, tunjuk ajar daripada pengarah terkemuka iaitu Datuk Yusof Haslam, Aziz.M.Osman, Heykal Hanifah dan Ellie Suriaty telah melengkapkan 12 peserta untuk melebarkan sayap mereka ke industri seni lakonan. Para peserta juga diuji dengan cabaran fizikal oleh Nana Al Khaled. Selain itu, mereka juga berpeluang untuk menimba ilmu dan berkongsi  pengalaman berlakon di samping pelakon-pelakon hebat tanah air seperti Sharifah Rose dan Gambit Saifullah.

Juara bersama FIT FOR ACTION, Muaz 25 tahun berasal di Selangor menyatakan bahawa kejayaan ini adalah sesuatu yang tak diduga kerana beliau tidak mempunyai apa-apa pengalaman berlakon sebelum ini. Tambahan pula, beliau hampir tidak dapat teruskan dengan peringkat kedua uji bakat FIT FOR ACTION (call casting) kerana perlu menjalani kuarantin setelah menjadi kontak rapat Covid-19. Mujurlah ia hanya untuk jangka masa yang singkat, peluang untuk meneruskan call casting tidak dilepaskan begitu sahaja oleh Muaz. Terbukti usaha ini berbaloi dengan kejayaan tidak duga sebagai juara akhirnya.

Raden Zaharatul atau lebih mesra dengan panggilan Raden iaitu juara bersama FIT FOR ACTION sudah ada pengalaman dalam lakonan sebagai pelakon tambahan. Apa yang diinginkan oleh Raden dalam menyertai FIT FOR ACTION adalah untuk mengasah bakat dan mendapat tunjuk ajar dari penggiat seni berpengalaman dan telah berjaya. Dengan kejayaan yang beliau perolehi dalam FIT FOR ACTION, beliau amatlah berharap untuk berpeluang menjadi pelakon utama pada masa hadapan.

Jika kerjaya sebagai seorang pelakon menjadi perjalanan hidupnya yang akan datang, Raden menyatakan bahawa beliau bersedia dan siap dari segi mental untuk berdepan dengan kontroversi atau kecaman sebagai seorang anak seni. Menurut Raden, “Perkara ini adalah benda yang tidak boleh kawal. Apa yang kita boleh kawal adalah kita diri sendiri, kita nak buat baik atau jahat itu terletak pada diri sendiri.” Bagi Muaz pula, “Kecaman dan kontroversi tidak boleh halang, tapi kita boleh elak. Kita boleh pastikan kita tak buat kesilapan yang boleh dielak.”

Sepanjang penyertaan Muaz dan Raden dalam FIT FOR ACTION dari minggu pertama sehingga minggu akhir, terlalu banyak saat atau momen yang menjadi ingatan sama ada yang menggembirakan atau yang menyedihkan. Bagi Muaz, penyingkiran pada awal FIT FOR ACTION dan perlu meninggalkan peserta yang lain adalah sesuatu yang amat mengecewakan dan menjadi momen yang sedih untuk beliau. Namun momen memperolehi kemasukan melalui “wild card” kembali menghidupkan peluang Muaz dalam pertandingan ini. Begitu juga dengan Raden yang turut terkesan dengan penyingkiran beliau di episod 4 dan kemasukan semula melalui “wild card”. Raden akan sentiasa mengingati momen-momen pada setiap minggu FFA terutamanya saat penyingkiran di setiap pusingan.

FIT FOR ACTION dicergaskan lagi dengan Dutch Lady sebagai penaja bersama dan Centrum sebagai rakan penaja. Program realiti ini turut dimeriahkan dengan kehadiran Hot FM sebagai rakan radio rasmi, serta Xtra dan Oh Bulan! sebagai rakan digital.  

Ribuan terima kasih ke atas sokongan yang diberikan ke atas rancangan FIT FOR ACTION. Untuk maklumat lanjut dan perkembangan terkini tentang program TV3, layari www.xtra.com.my dan ikuti laman media sosial rasmi Facebook, Instagram & Twitter di @TV3Malaysia.

Kuala Lumpur, 11 October 2022 – The condition of mental health has long required urgent attention. This was accurate before COVID-19 hit Malaysia, and it is still true today, even as we are recovering in the endemic phase. The stigma attached to mental illness in our nation is one of the major barriers to its treatment.

In conjunction with World Mental Health Month in October, Suria KLCC together with The Body Shop invites the public to be part of the change in de-stigmatising mental health problems in their  month-long campaign. The campaign with the tagline #YouMatter starts today until 10 November  2022. 

Following the success of last year’s mental health awareness campaign, Suria KLCC will once  again be joining hands with the Green Ribbon Group, a non-governmental organisation (NGO)  that champions a community approach to mental health. Also in collaboration for this year’s  campaign is MIASA (Mental Illness Awareness & Support Association). 

As a lead-up to the #YouMatter campaign, artworks by youth artists with lived experiences of  mental illness were showcased at the Park Mall of Suria KLCC entrance area from 3 October until  8 October 2022. These works of passion from the National Art Gallery (via the Young Art  Entrepreneurs programme) illustrate the artists’ personal struggles.  

Safe Space @ Suria KLCC 

Suria KLCC is the first and only mall in Malaysia to take a mental health awareness campaign to  the next level via the creation of a safe space for the community. This space, dubbed the Safe  Space @ Suria KLCC, is designed for people to gather and converse on the subject of mental  health.

The Safe Space @ Suria KLCC last year was a hit as it drew many visitors. As mental issues do  not discriminate, this year’s mental health awareness campaign promotes a more inclusive  approach. #YouMatter shines a light on mental health issues afflicting the youth today and what  the community can do to help support them.  

The Safe Space @ Suria KLCC will be open for the duration of this campaign and can be found at Level 1, Ampang Mall. Open from 10am to 10pm daily, the space will serve as a venue for  engaging activities such as workshops, talks and panel discussions by mental health  professionals. Visitors can also get more information from a mental health volunteers stationed  here. 

“The last two years marked a turbulent and uncertain time for all. With the pandemic in the rear view mirror, there’s no better time to reconnect and focus on recovery. Mental health awareness is  a long-term CSR effort by the Suria KLCC Group and we are committed to keeping the dialogue  open. We’ve engaged professionals and those with specialised expertise to help in curating the  content and activities that will be held in this area.  

“The Safe Space @ Suria KLCC is a welcoming space where the community can come together  to share and learn. After all, a problem shared is a problem halved – we want people to leave the  space feeling better and with more insight about themselves or others,” said Andrew Brien,  Executive Director of Suria KLCC Sdn Bhd. 

Expressing her elation to be working with Suria KLCC for a second year running, Green Ribbon  Group Founder and President, YAM Tengku Puteri Raja Tengku Puteri Iman Afzan Al-Sultan  Abdullah said, “Efforts like the Safe Space must continue to not only show our support for those  with mental health problems, but to also highlight our ongoing commitment towards doing more for  the cause. The focus on youth mental health this year is especially timely for the Green Ribbon  Group. We are very fortunate to be able to pilot programmes in secondary schools and  universities that focus on mental health literacy, self-management and peer support. This has  always been a dream of mine – to reach out to our youth and empower them to prioritise their  mental health.” 

“MIASA was where I began my advocacy and outreach. It is fantastic that we are now partners  alongside Suria KLCC and The Body Shop for the Safe Space. Mental health knows no  boundaries. Together we can always do more,” she added.

Founder and President of MIASA, Anita Abu Bakar said, “Looking after each other should be  everyone’s responsibility and not just the health sector alone. This is why we should strive to  prioritise community-based mental health support – so that the burden of care can be shifted from  being shouldered solely by our incredible frontliners to being shouldered by all of us. Through  efforts like this, it is our sincere hope that the scale of our response to the issues surrounding  community mental health can begin to match the scale of the challenge itself. 

“This collaboration with the Safe Space sets an example of how collective effort can create a big  impact and spur action in the community. MIASA is honoured to be part of this initiative and would  like to welcome everyone, especially the youth, to enjoy this space.” 

Managing Director of The Body Shop Malaysia, Datin Mina Cheah said, “”At The Body Shop, we  believe that the voices of our youth matter and they should be seen and be heard. As we step into  World Mental Health month, it is important to create awareness about mental health and well being, especially for young people. Setting up this Safe Space alongside Suria KLCC, MIASA and  Green Ribbon Group is our way of advocating for our youth through promoting and protecting the  value of mental health. Young people with their youthful energy and ideals are the change the  world needs today. Thus, overcoming stigma, building resilience and empowering their self esteem is truly a community effort to ensure we help them reach their potential as the  changemakers of today and tomorrow.” 

In addition, Suria KLCC has pledged to support NGOs championing mental health through  monetary support from the sales of the Suria Ribbon Pin during festive campaigns. So far, a fund  of over RM20,000 has been raised and donated to mental health-related NGOs, such as  Befrienders KL and the Malaysian Mental Health Association. This is an on-going initiative and the  Suria Ribbon Pin can be purchased from the Concierge at RM10 per pin.

KUALA LUMPUR, 7 Oktober 2022 – Melalui kempen AEON x DAEBAK, AEON CO. (M) BHD. (AEON) bekerjasama dengan MAMEE-DOUBLE DECKER DISTRIBUTION (M) SDN BHD bahagian MAMEE FOOD SERVICE untuk mengeluarkan rangkaian produk makanan untuk AEON Delicatessen. Kerjasama itu dilancarkan secara rasmi di AEON Lounge Mid Valley di Kuala Lumpur.

Majlis tersebut dihadiri oleh Azidah Alimuddin, Ketua Bahagian Makanan AEON dan Jennifer Chee, Pengarah MAMEE FOOD SERVICE. Turut hadir ialah wakil pengurusan daripada kedua-dua belah pihak dan media.

Menurut Azidah, “Kami berbesar hati kerana dapat menjalinkan kerjasama dengan MAMEE, iaitu jenama snek tempatan terkemuka yang dikenali dengan pelbagai rangkaian produk. Melaluinya, AEON dapat menawarkan lebih banyak pilihan makanan yang mudah dan cepat kepada pelanggan, di samping mengekalkan citarasa Korea dalam rangkaian produk ini. “Demografi pelanggan kini semakin dinamik dan ini mempengaruhi permintaan mereka. Oleh yang demikian, AEON mengambil inisiatif untuk memperkayakan lagi pilihan dengan kolaborasi bersama MAMEE agar pelanggan AEON boleh menikmati aneka makanan ala Korea,” katanya.

Kolaborasi antara AEON dan MAMEE ini bertujuan menggiatkan lagi pertukaran budaya makanan Korea di AEON Delicatessen. Pilihan makanan ini bertumpu kepada produk-produk yang ditawarkan di Delicatessen dan La Boheme seperti Pita Ayam Bulgogi Spice + Pita Ayam Kimchi (1set), Sosej Jagung Mini, Peha Ayam Suku BBQ Kogi, Set Ayam Korea, K-Spiced Sup Oden, Ban Ayam Kimchi, Ban Ayam DAEBAK dan Piza Ayam DAEBAK 1⁄6.

Produk-produk ini boleh didapati di semua outlet AEON Delicatessen dan La Boheme di AEON mulai 3 Oktober 2022 dan AEON BiG mulai 17 Oktober 2022.

Jennifer Chee pula berkata, “MAMEE FOOD SERVICE berbangga kerana dapat bekerjasama dengan peruncit gergasi seperti AEON untuk memperkenalkan lebih banyak pilihan makanan berasaskan Korea kepada peminat Mamee serta pelanggan AEON. Yang lebih menarik, konsep produk yang ditawarkan oleh kedua-dua pihak adalah makanan yang ringkas dan boleh terus dimakan. Maka, kolaborasi ini menjadi lebih menarik dan seterusnya mampu menggamit peminat Mamee untuk menikmati tawaran di AEON Delicatessen ini.”

Majlis pelancaran itu turut dimeriahkan dengan aktiviti bersama pengunjung.

Kolaborasi AEON dan Mamee ini sudah pastinya memberi senyuman kepada pelanggan AEON untuk mencuba pilihan produk ala Korea semasa kempen AEON x DAEBAK ini. Selain itu, ia juga dapat meningkatkan lagi keupayaan AEON untuk menawarkan lebih banyak pilihan produk merangkumi pastri, set makanan, dan banyak lagi di semua cawangan AEON dan AEON BiG di seluruh negara.

Kuala Lumpur, 11th October 2022 – In honour of BMW M GmbH’s 50th anniversary, BMW Malaysia unveils the first-ever BMW XM, the first BMW M GmbH high-performance luxury SAV with electric drive, which will go on sale on October 20, 2022.

Currently in the final stages of its development, the First-Ever BMW XM features the seamless BMW M HYBRID drive system, coupled with model-specific M suspension technology to create an unmatched, dynamic driving experience. Production is anticipated to begin at the US BMW Group Spartanburg plant in December 2022.

Hans de Visser, Managing Director of BMW Group Malaysia, expressed, “We are beyond thrilled to introduce the First-Ever BMW XM to Malaysia. This exclusive Sports Activity Vehicle is the first-ever BMW M GmbH high-performing car to feature an M HYBRID drive system, thus extending the realm of e-mobility within the high-performance car segment in Malaysia. It is an electrifying reinvention of automotive ideals and the extreme performance characteristics will make every drive a luxurious experience for our Malaysian customers and supporters.” 

He added, “Our team at BMW Group Malaysia was truly touched by the enthusiastic support from our massive BMW M community at the recent ///M event on Malaysia Day. The overwhelming excitement and love, coupled with the debut of the First-Ever BMW XM at the end of BMW M GmbH’s anniversary year, makes this announcement particularly well-timed.”

The First-Ever BMW XM marks the dawn of a new era: for the first time since the introduction of the legendary BMW M1 in the 1970s, BMW M GmbH is presenting an independently-developed production model – one that possesses exceptional specifications in every respect. Uncompromising in both performance and luxury, the special status of the First-Ever BMW XM is reflected in many individual details, with material quality, workmanship and exclusivity underpinning its exceptional status.  

Uncompromising and unmistakable.

The First-Ever BMW XM combines the design language of the BMW X models with bold extroversion and uncompromising luxury. This, in combination with the superior performance of a BMW M model, makes for an electrifying appearance. The result is an exciting appearance that goes beyond the traditional codes and conventions. As standard, the First-Ever BMW XM features the M Aerodynamics Package and M High-Gloss Shadow Line, with Extended Contents available for the Shadow Line profile. Other than that, Adaptive LED headlights with High-beam Assistant are also included as standard.

From the front, the First-Ever BMW XM features a large kidney grille with hallmark M horizontal double louvres, furnished with illuminated kidney grille contours. Above it, sits two power domes as elements of the expressively sculpted bonnet. Flanking the grilles are slender, extremely defined headlights, which are split into two separate modules each for daytime running lights and low/high beam.

Moving onto the sides, the First-Ever BMW XM’s unmistakable silhouette is characterised by a sloping roofline, which lends it a particularly muscular and commanding appearance. With a distinctly tapered rear, the side windows offer a striking accent that emphasises the vehicle’s dynamic profile. Enhancing the side profile is a nightgold-coloured trim strip running parallel to the window line. 23-inch M Star Spoke 923 M wheels in Bicolour Nightgold (23-inch M Law Star Spoke 923 M in Bicolour Black for Shadow Line profile) denote its bold and sporty character, while the charger cap signifies its status as a plug-in hybrid SAV.

The rear of the First-Ever BMW XM has been sculpted in a way that presents a particularly powerful look, due in part to its distinctively flared wheel arches. Its width is further emphasised by the slimline and sharply defined L-shaped taillights. As with every BMW M model, the First-Ever BMW XM features two twin tailpipes. However, distinguishing the electrified BMW M SAV is that for the first time, the hexagonal tailpipes have been arranged vertically, creating a unique interpretation of a signature M feature, while underlining the exceptional position of the most powerful BMW M model thus far, within the BMW M model family.

As for dimensions, the First-Ever BMW XM measures 5,100 mm in length, 2,005 mm in width and 1,755 mm in height, while its wheelbase measures 3,105 mm. Luggage capacity for the SAV is measured at 527 litres, which is expandable to 1,820 litres.

Exquisite exterior, stunning interior.

The First-Ever BMW XM is not only exquisite on the outside, but is equally stunning on the inside. Besides the interior trim finishers in carbon fibre, the cabin of the SAV is defined by the BMW Curved Display, consisting of an Information Display and a high-resolution touchscreen Control Display. A familiar BMW driver orientation, as well as BMW M-specific displays ensure that the driver has total control of all driving functions and data at any point in time. Visually denoting the M status of the SAV are the M Leather Steering Wheel, M Seat Belts and M Multifunctional Seats. 

Besides that, new vintage leather in Coffee Brown has been utilised on the door panels, as well as the upper sections of the instrument panel – enhanced further by a special finishing process that brings out the natural characteristics of the Walknappa leather to perfection. For greater comfort, active seat ventilation and 4-zone automatic air conditioning control are included. Massage function is also available for the driver and front passenger. On the other hand, ambient light and BMW Iconic Sounds Electric further enhance the atmosphere within the cabin, while in-car entertainment is provided by the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System.

Moving on towards the rear of the cabin, the M Lounge provides a bold contrast to the cockpit. First-class seating comfort is ensured by a full-width rear seat bench that curves and encloses the passengers. Meanwhile, sophisticated upholstery lends the space an exclusive lounge feel. Finally, Alcantara headliner with its prismatic 3D structure creates a visual highlight that contributes to a unique sense of space, perfectly showcasing luxury and comfort in the most impressive manner.

More powerful than ever, with superb agility.

The First-Ever BMW XM is the first BMW M model with a plug-in hybrid drive. The combination of an internal combustion engine – itself delivering 360 kw / 489 hp and a maximum torque of 650 Nm – with an electric motor adds an extra edge to its hallmark M performance while simultaneously increasing efficiency. At its unveiling, the First-Ever BMW XM comes exclusively with the M HYBRID technology, based on an all-new 4.4-litre M TwinPower Turbo V8.  At the same time, in conjunction with the flap-controlled sports exhaust system, a striking soundscape that perfectly matches the vehicle’s extroverted character is created.

Total powertrain output of the First-Ever BMW XM is rated at an astounding 480 kW / 653 hp and 800 Nm of torque, delivered via an eight-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission. Century sprint takes just 4.3 seconds. With the inclusion of Launch Control, maximum accelerated is ensured from a standstill. For the First-Ever BMW XM, top speed is capped at 250 km/h (270 km/h with the M Driver’s package, which is included as standard), while electric top speed is capped at 140 km/h.

As expected from a BMW M vehicle, the electrified SAV – featuring the intelligent M xDrive all-wheel drive system as standard – delivers impressive driving dynamics, optimum handling and maximum traction. In addition to the basic 4WD setting, drivers can select the 4WD Sport mode, which is biased to the rear and makes for superb agility. When driving on loose surfaces, the 4WD Sand mode is available to optimise traction, achieved as the standard M Sport differential ensures variable distribution of drive power between the rear wheels for improved traction and driving stability.

With Adaptive M Suspension Professional as standard, the First-Ever BMW XM is equipped with electronically controlled dampers and features Active Roll Stabilisation that reduces lateral body movements. This creates greater agility and improved cornering behaviour. Besides that, Integral Active Steering is another component of the chassis design – by turning the rear wheels in tandem with the front wheel at higher speeds, greater vehicle stability is ensured. At lower speeds, the rear wheels instead steer in the opposite direction of the front wheels, improving manoeuvrability. 

In addition to the vehicle’s low centre of gravity, advanced control systems such as the actuator-based wheel slip limitation also contribute to the supremely dynamic handling of the First-Ever BMW XM. Optimum deceleration is ensured by the standard M Sport brakes in Black High-Gloss, with 508 mm compound brake discs on the front axle.

Meanwhile, the high-voltage battery located deep in the vehicle floor enables an all-electric range of up to 88 kilometres. The First-Ever BMW XM can be charged at up to 7.4 kW at an AC charging station. With a battery capacity of 25.7 kWh (net), a complete charge from 0% to 100% takes 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Perfect connectivity, optimal ease of use.

It goes without saying that connectivity goes hand-in-hand with the ultimate driving experience. The First-Ever BMW XM is equipped with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional, featuring a 12.3-inch Information Display, which works in tandem with the 14.9-inch Control Display to ensure uncluttered functionality. In addition, the integrated BMW Head-Up Display offers optimal viewing in the driver’s line of sight, further increasing the vehicle’s ease of use. Together with the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, the M specific BMW Operating System 8 enables intuitive control of vehicle functions using natural speech. 

Additionally, the First-Ever BMW XM is also equipped with a range of other digital features and services such as the BMW ID, which ensures personalised settings are loaded as soon as the vehicle is unlocked, as well as BMW Gesture Control, which enhances communication with the car by enabling the use of defined gestures to operate certain functions. Other features include the Connected Package Professional I, Intelligent Emergency Call, Teleservices, Connected Drive Services and Smartphone Integration (Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto).

Besides that, with Comfort Access, the First-Ever BMW XM can also recognize the vehicle’s key from a distance and unlock its doors automatically, offering greater convenience. Alternatively, drivers can also use their smart device (if compatible) as a contactless key with the BMW Digital Key Plus feature, enabling them to automatically unlock their vehicle door when approaching the vehicle.

In the First-Ever BMW XM, numerous assistance systems come together to support the driver and enhance the driving experience. Equipped as standard is the Driving Assistant Professional, which includes features such as Distance Control (ACC), automatic Speed Limit Assist, Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Lane Change Assistant, Lane Keeping Assistant, Lane Change Warning, Front/Rear Crossing-traffic Warning, Rear Collision Prevention and Exit Warning when opening the doors, Emergency Stop Assistant, Evasion Assistant, Emergency Corridor Assistant and Priority Warning. On the other hand, the standard Parking Assistant Plus includes Reversing Assist Camera, Lateral Parking Aid, Park Assist, Active Park Distance Control, Reversing Assistant, Parking View, Surround View system, Remote 3D View, Drive Recorder and Anti-theft Recorder. Other safety features include the Attentiveness Assistant, Acoustic Protection for Pedestrians and Active Protection.

Exterior colour offerings for the First-Ever BMW XM include Cape York Green Metallic, Carbon Black, Marina Bay Blue, Toronto Red, Mineral White, Black Sapphire and Dravite Grey. As for interior upholstery, available offerings include Leather Merino Deep Lagoon with exclusive contents, Leather Merino Silverstone with exclusive contents, Leather Merino Black and Leather Merino Sakhir Orange.

The estimated retail pricing (on the road, without insurance) for the First-Ever BMW XM with Extended 5-Year Warranty & Service Package is:

*Langkawi	RM 820,000.00
Peninsular Malaysia	RM 1,400,000.00

Customers are encouraged to contact their preferred dealerships to learn more or visit https://www.bmw.com.my/en/all-models/m-series/xm/2022/bmw-xm-overview.html. Online pre-booking for the First-Ever BMW XM will commence on 20th October 2022 via https://shop.bmw.com.my/.

KUALA LUMPUR, 11 OCTOBER 2022 – Sunshine Bakeries, recognised for its healthy and delectable bread products, makes its formal Klang Valley debut today with baked delicacies prepared with the best ingredients and lovingly handmade.

Expanding to Klang Valley from Seremban is a natural progression as the company is steadfast in its mission to serve a wider group of healthy bread lovers. 

Sunshine Bread Sdn Bhd CEO, Mr Michael Chew said, “With our official launch in Klang Valley, we are excited to invite health-conscious bread lovers to taste the difference with our bread that provides 100% goodness and 0% nonsense, as we believe that healthy living and tasty goodness can go hand-in-hand. Through consumer research, we discovered that Malaysians are still looking for innovative, nutritious bread offerings made with premium ingredients and we seek to fill that gap with our range of products. We hope that Klang Valley residents will enjoy our classic bread loaves and cream rolls that will fuel them through a nutritious sunshine-filled day.”

Famously known for its nutritious goodness since 1930, the brand remains committed to crafting the highest quality bread using its signature and traditional recipe that has been enjoyed for generations. Ingredients such as high-quality wheat flour and Australian oats are also sourced from across the world and go through stringent quality checks to ensure that the breads produced are wholesome and tasty. Sunshine Bakeries operates a state-of-the-art facility that meet the highest food safety and hygiene standards, so customers know that they’re always making the best choice.

 

Sunshine Bakeries currently offers loaves like its Soft White, 100% Australian Oat Wholemeal Bread, and Bread With Wheat Germ and Bran bread loaves, which are packed with nutrients and have 0% trans-fat, 0% artificial colouring, 0% artificial flavouring and 0% cholesterol.

Bread lovers will enjoy the well-loved Butter Sugar, Cookies & Cream, Creamy Vanilla, and Chocolate Hazelnut wholemeal cream rolls.

Healthy bread offerings for the entire family

Sunshine’s Soft White bread is baked with quality high protein wheat flour, giving it a soft and fluffy texture without compromising on taste. Sunshine’s Soft White bread is ideal for those looking for a low sugar option; not only is it lower in sugar, it’s also high in calcium, protein and a good source of vitamins B1, B2, B3, and iron. 

Oat lovers will enjoy Sunshine’s 100% Australian Oat Wholemeal Bread range which is made with premium Australian rolled oats, giving it a delightfully soft, grainy chew. Australia has one of the cleanest environments in the world and is one of the top producers of food-grade oats that have an excellent taste and aroma. Sunshine’s 100% Australian Oat Wholemeal Bread is high in calcium, dietary fibre and comes with 19 grams of whole grain per serving. This bread is endorsed with the Whole Grain Council Stamp which is a distinction of being a healthier choice.

The brand also offers a Bread With Wheat Germ and Bran range that comes with a signature hearty flavour and is high in calcium, dietary fibre and protein for optimum health. The Wheat Germ and Bran range is also low in fat to help one enjoy the tasty goodness of Wheat Germ and Bran while still helping them to maintain a healthy body weight and improve cholesterol levels at the same time.

Those who are looking to have a convenient and tasty grab-and-go option can opt for Sunshine’s wholemeal cream roll range of Butter Sugar, which is a delicious cream roll fused with creamy premium butter and crunchy sugar crystals, and the Chocolate Hazelnut, which is baked using the finest Italian hazelnuts and combined with rich chocolate. In addition, cream roll lovers can also look forward to Sunshine Bakeries’ classic winning flavour, Cookies & Cream, that is loaded with 100% real cookie bits, as well as the Creamy Vanilla, that is simply aromatic and comes with a rich, creamy vanilla blend that is irresistible.

In conjunction with World Bread Day happening this 16 October, bread lovers can celebrate the occasion by savouring Sunshine Bakeries’ range of breads and explore different and creative ways to enjoy nutrition in every bite. 

Klang Valley residents can find Sunshine Bakeries’ range of healthy breads at selected retail outlets today.

LAS VEGAS – 11 October 2022: The Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) will continue its mission to highlight Malaysia’s top offerings in the business events sector at IMEX America 2022, which will be held in Las Vegas, USA from October 11–13, 2022. IMEX, which is the largest trade show for the international meetings, events, and incentive travel market in the United States, brings together over 3,000 suppliers and 4,000 buyers from all facets of the international meetings industry in order to create opportunities for high-yield business events and, more importantly, a setting for international cooperation.

Marking the tenth year of participation at this prestigious trade show, MyCEB has continuously taken this platform to attract more business opportunities and elevate Malaysia’s position as one of the world’s preferred international business events destinations. This vision augurs well with the establishment of the national bureau and is strongly supported by industry partners who will be co-exhibiting at the show, namely Penang Convention and Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, (The Centre), Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK), Langkawi International Convention Centre (LICC), Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur and Hilton Malaysia.

“Establishing the grounds of Malaysia as a top-of-the mind business events destination to the North America is a prominent step that mirrors the country’s standing on welcoming high-profile conferences and corporate incentive travel to our destination in addition to the current track record we have successfully secured.  Malaysia’s presence shall reflect our readiness in welcoming international business events back to the country whilst securing more leads upon business matching sessions. This is in line with the various campaigns and initiatives curated by MyCEB, including the 3R Initiative – Reset, Restart, Responsible, Meet in Malaysia Campaign, and MySafe Business Events Planner that will strengthen the sector’s capability via comprehensive upskilling programmes and certifications, as well as the offering of generous incentives to our international delegates,” says Dato’ Sri Abdul Khani Daud, CEO of MyCEB.

Since our establishment, MyCEB has won total of 1,403 business events and 7.2% of the leads originated from North America, contributing an estimated $286 million USD of economic impact. As the country reopens its borders in April 2022, MyCEB successfully won 3 new business events estimated to contribute $6 million USD to the Malaysian economy. Happening in the next 2 years, Malaysia will be welcoming the Annual Conference of the International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA) in 2023 and 12th World Federation of Chiropractic Education Conference in 2024 that is expected to receive 1700 delegates. Hence the reason for MyCEB and its industry partners’ continued involvement in IMEX America for the past ten years, signifying the importance of the region’s market to Malaysia.

Collaboration is a strategic move embraced by MyCEB as we follow the last year’s signing of agreement with Thailand Convention Bureau (TCEB), Thailand Incentive and Convention Association (TICA), Seoul Tourism Organisation, and Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) under the Asia Convention Alliance, all parties have reached a mutual consensus to meet and discuss the development and way forward for the alliance during IMEX America. On a global front, as part of Hybrid City Alliance, MyCEB is making progress for Kuala Lumpur in the HCA-ICCA Global Meetings Protocol.

Continuing efforts of sustainability in mind, MyCEB also takes part in the Planet and People Pledge initiated by IMEX, which is a commitment to benefit people and the environment through telling stories and taking action. The national bureau is committed to reduce waste by using sustainable booth materials, reducing usage of single-use plastics and papers, including brochures as well as offering sustainable giveaways. It’s part of a collective effort in creating a low impact trade show.

To find out more about Malaysia and its range of business events offerings at IMEX America 2022, visit booth F919 or go to www.myceb.com.my for further information.

KUALA LUMPUR, 6 OKTOBER 2022 – Vokalis ikonik ini adalah antara yang masih mengarang dan membuat persembahan sehingga kini. Realitinya, tidak pernah ada jawapan senyap kepadanya dalam industri seni. Penyokongnya juga dari semua peringkat umur dan generasi terus memberikan galakan kepadanya.

Malah, Dato’ Jamal Abdillah dilihat sebagai penyanyi yang bijak mengatur kerjaya seni agar terus kekal relevan. Selain muncul dengan single baharu, kolaborasi dengan beberapa penyanyi muda dan popular masa kini antara pendekatan dibuat.

Terbukti hasilnya berjaya apabila lagu yang dirakam Jamal bersama mereka menjadi siulan anak muda dan kekal trending hingga kini.

 

Terbaharu, Jamal, 63, muncul dengan single YANG MEMILIKI hasil ciptaan sepenuhnya oleh Khusam dan Zaira Sham yang sudah dilancarkan secara rasmi pada 9 September lalu.

Jamal berkata, lagu YANG MEMILIKI ini cukup dekat dengan kehidupan seharian selain apa yang dinikmati hari ini hanya bersifat sementara.

“Lagu ini mengisahkan mengenai kita sebagai manusia hanyalah hamba yang menumpang sementara di atas muka bumi ini. Segala kenikmatan yang kita miliki hanyalah dipinjamkan oleh Allah SWT.

“Kenikmatan yang dipinjamkan untuk kita terlalu banyak. Sejauh mana kita memilih untuk ke arah kebaikan atau sebaliknya, semuanya adalah pilihan kita. Kaya atau miskin itulah ujian buat kita. Segala kehebatan, keindahan, kecantikan, kesempurnaan, keagungan dan segala yang baik-baik adalah daripada Allah, Pemilik dan Pencipta yang abadi,” katanya.

Berkongsi lanjut mengenai lagu YANG MEMILIKI, Jamal berkata dia jatuh cinta dengan melodi dan lirik yang dihasilkan.

 

“Lagu dan lirik YANG MEMILIKI disiapkan demonya terlebih dahulu oleh penerbit dan pencipta lagu iaitu Kusham sebelum diperdengarkan kepada saya. Kali pertama mendengar, saya suka dan terus menyatakan persetujuan. Selepas itu baru pihak penerbit bawa kepada pihak Universal Music Malaysia untuk proses seterusnya. Alhamdulillah, pihak Universal Music Malaysia berminat dan proses rakaman pun bermula,” katanya.

Menariknya mengenai proses rakaman lagu YANG MEMILIKI ini, muzik disusun oleh Kusham dan alat muzik dimainkan secara langsung oleh pemuzik professional.

Sementara itu, penerbit lagu, Kusham berkata, proses rakaman berlangsung selama dua jam.

“Apabila muzik siap dirakam, proses merakam suara Dato’ Jamal pun dilakukan. Rakaman suara mengambil masa lebih kurang dua jam. Proses rakaman berlangsung di One Scream Studio.

“Selepas itu, proses adunan digalas oleh saudara Raja Iskandar atau Is Wow. Bagi saya, ini satu lagi pengalaman berharga buat kami apabila dapat bekerjasama dengan legenda. Proses yang mudah dan sangat profesional,” katanya.

Kusham juga berharap lagu YANG MEMILIKI bukan sekadar lagu dan hiburan, tapi dapat memberikan manfaat buat semua pendengar.

“Semoga lagu ini bukan hanya sekadar hiburan tetapi dapat mendidik jiwa pendengar ke arah kebaikan yang dicari,” katanya.

Single YANG MEMILIKI boleh didengari di semua digital platform seperti Spotify, Apple Music, Joox, KKBOX, Deezer dan YouTube Music daripada 9 September jam 12 tengah malam.