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SneakerLAH kicks in with fifth edition, powered by U Mobile

Vernon — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 17:07:25 +0000

SneakerLAH 2019—Malaysia’s biggest, most anticipated sneaker lifestyle convention—returned for its fifth instalment, this time presented by U Mobile. This year, U Mobile came onboard as title sponsor for SneakerLAH for the first time, in line with its commitment to support initiatives that bring customers closer to their passions and realise their unlimited potential. U Mobile […]

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Maxis’ #100peratusMalaysia National day campaign celebrates diversity

Vernon — Sat, 31 Aug 2019 13:35:41 +0000

Maxis celebrates diversity of all Malaysians with its #100peratusMalaysia campaign in conjunction with National Day. The campaign, depicted in the form of a short film, was done in collaboration with eclectic Malaysian personalities. Strength in diversity The short film drives the message of acknowledging and understanding of our unique differences, in which makes us stronger […]

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McDonald’s Malaysia changes name to Mekdi

Vernon — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 19:58:52 +0000

Among my colleagues at SoyaCincau, we use Malaysianised spelling and terms in our daily WhatsApp conversations. It even applies to brands—for example fast food joints like McDonald’s and KFC become “mekdi” and “kepci.” So, when McDonald’s Malaysia today announced that it was using its nickname “Mekdi” to celebrate its Malaysian-ness, I was completely lovin’ it. […]

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You’ll want these Pos Malaysia limited edition Marvel stamps

Vernon — Fri, 05 Jul 2019 07:32:13 +0000

There’s a lot to celebrate for Marvel fans around the world this year. It’s Marvel’s 80th anniversary and also Marvel Studios’ 10th anniversary; The Avengers: Endgame was an epic finish to a decade of glorious Marvel films, and also marks the beginning of more good things to come. There’s another reason to celebrate, and it’s […]

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Best must-watch 2018 Merdeka videos

Vernon — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 06:42:16 +0000

This year’s Hari Kebangsaan or National Day and the upcoming Malaysia Day have new meaning for all of us. What transpired on 9 May and beyond is the stuff of dreams. We saw the coming together of Malaysians near and far to make a change, and be the change for the betterment of our beloved […]

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9 best 2017 Merdeka ads you shouldn’t miss

Vernon — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 18:23:47 +0000

2017 marks a milestone for Malaysia. This year, we celebrate our 60th Merdeka and we host the 29th SEA Games as well. It’s almost a tradition now-the slew of brilliant ads we get to catch during “Merdeka season,” much like how we do during major festivals like Hari Raya, Chinese New Year and Deepavali. This […]

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7 fondest memories of Hari Raya

Vernon — Sat, 24 Jun 2017 09:49:52 +0000

After a month of fasting in the holy month of Ramadan, Hari Raya looms. I love Raya, I look forward to it every year. Of course, Raya means different things to different people, but in essence, it’s always about forgiveness, sharing and spending quality time with family (OK, OK, the food and main mercun also). […]

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What type of mom are you?

Vernon — Sun, 14 May 2017 01:00:33 +0000

Every mother in the world has her own special way of doing things, her own set of rules, her own idiosyncrasies. But I’m sure you’ll agree with me when I say this: Moms are superwomen. They’re amazing. “God could not be everywhere, and therefore he created mothers.” – Rudyard Kipling So, anyone can have kids, […]

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Maxis employees enjoy exclusive “better than MATTA fair” travel deals #LifeAtMaxis

Vernon — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 18:04:16 +0000

Robert Louis Stevenson said, “I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel’s sake. The great affair is to move.” Your motivation to travel may differ from mine, but there’s no denying that “wanderlusting” helps to open the mind to new sights, sounds and experiences. And to an extent, it’s a […]

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TEDxYouth@KL 2017 asks “What Now?” on 25 February at EX8

Vernon — Mon, 06 Feb 2017 15:22:03 +0000

What now? Come 25 February 2017 at EX8 Auditorium in Subang Jaya, you’ll find out – at TEDxYouth@KL. Be part of the 1,000-strong crowd at the TEDx event that’s set to be the greatest one yet. As you know, TEDx is a string of local, self-organised events in the spirit of TED. Independently organised, TEDx […]

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