12.12 Birthday Sale: A birthday bash with Shopee

It’s Shopee’s 5th birthday and the e-commerce platform is inviting Malaysians to join in the celebration as it will be offering some really cool deals and exciting entertainment!

Not sure where to start? Here are some 12.12 features that Shopee has listed down for you. Tip: Be sure to add those items to cart, claim all your vouchers, top up your ShopeePay and get rested before the 12.12 Birthday Sale. Ready for what’s to come next? Here goes!

Birthday Deals: Free shipping with a minimum spend of RM12. On 12 December from 8PM to 11.59PM, enjoy free shipping with absolutely no minimum spend! Take advantage of the irresistible 12 sen and RM1 deals happening on Shocking Sale on various items.

Shopee Games: Play Shopee Shake, Shopee Candy, Shopee Bubble, Shopee Poly, Shopee Claw, and Shopee Lucky Prize to win up to 12 million Shopee Coins - coins that you can accumulate and offset purchases on the platform. Water plants on Shopee Farm to get a FamilyMart Basque Burnt Cheesecake Sofuto; and don’t miss the chance on 12 December when you stand a chance to harvest and take home an iPhone 12!

12.12 Birthday Bash: Be part of the millions of Malaysians across the country who will countdown with Shopee to 12 December via a concert tonight at 9PM on Shopee Live, Astro Ria, Astro Gempak and YouTube.

The 12.12 Birthday Bash live show boasts a star-studded line-up such as Sheila Majid, Faizal Tahir, Ruffedge, Misha Omar, Khai Bahar, Maya Karin, Bella Astillah, Dolla and many more, with hosts Dato' Ac Mizal and Fiza  Frizzy who will keep viewers entertained throughout the night.

Limited Shopee vouchers are up for grabs while users stand to win from a pool of 12 million Shopee Coins when they participate in Shopee Shake and Shopee Catch. There will also be two Shopee Kotak Duit segments with cash prizes worth up to RM24,000 happening during the show. The 12.12 Birthday Bash is sponsored by adidas, Dr Cardin, Kinohimitsu, P&G, Polo Hills, and Prudential who will be giving away exclusive limited time deals during the show.

12.12 Live Shows: The entertainment continues on Shopee Live on 12 December with a talk show and special announcement by Malaysia’s sweetheart Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza at 12.30PM; catch Didi & Friends at 3.30PM, Stray Kids fan meet at 4PM, and a night with GOT7 and Stray Kids at 8PM. Stay tuned for these special shows!

Shopee Kotak Duit: This live game show on Shopee Live that rewards users with up to RM12,000 in cash is having special sessions today at 9PM, and on 12 December at 6PM and 8PM. Lucky users will be called to answer one simple question and given a chance to unlock one of six mystery boxes that contain different cash values, with the grand prize being RM12,000.

12.12 Birthday Specials: Feed your soul with mouth-watering deals from your favourite F&B outlets on Shopee’s Food & Services Vouchers in-app portal. Don’t forget to check out the terms and conditions, and validity period:

● Gong Cha: Strawberry Taro [RRP: RM12], Strawberry Matcha Latte [RRP: RM10], Strawberry Marble

[RRP: RM10] now at 50% off

● Baskin Robbins: 1 Pint Handpacked Ice Cream at RM23.12 [RRP: RM33.50]

● Kenny Rogers: Tandoori Whole Chicken at RM29.90 [RRP: RM50.70]

● Salad Atelier: Poke Bowl (The Monk Bowl) with Ayataka set meal at RM12.12 [RRP: RM20.46]

● Tealive: Tealive Classic Roasted Milk Tea with Grass Jelly at RM5 [RRP: RM7]

12.12 Electronic Deals: Enjoy discounts of up to 60% with some of the best-selling gadgets and home appliances on Shopee. Check out the electronic deals and add them to cart via 12.12 Electronics Deals:

● Audio: Sony WF-1000XM3 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones at RM489 [RRP: RM949]

● Computer & Accessories: HUAWEI MateBook D 15 (8GB+256GB) with free backpack at RM1999 [

RRP:RM2299]

● Kitchen Appliances: Tefal Easy Fry Classic Healthy Fryer (4.2L) EY20 at RM299 [RRP: RM799]

● Mobile Phones: Apple iPhone 11 Pro (512GB) at RM4499 [RRP: RM5999]

● Wearables: realme Watch S at RM299 [RRP: RM369]

Rewards with ShopeePay: This 12.12 Birthday Sale, get attractive cashback of up to RM8 when Malaysians pay with ShopeePay at offline outlets that accept its mobile wallet. Pay with ShopeePay at favourite restaurants and household names like Starbucks, Krispy Kreme, Caltex, Mydin, Secret Recipe, Seoul Garden and more!

A Bigger Celebration: Shopee is working real close with brands, retailers and sellers to offer exclusive deals on millions of items on its platform. Check out brands such as Vinda, realme, Watsons, Unilever, Philips, Pediasure, L'Oreal, Enfagrow, Nivea, OPPO, Dutch Lady, OnePlus, QQ Malaysia, Carlo Rino, Nutox, adidas, Photobook, Dr Cardin as well as Private Labels by ZALORA.

#ShopeeGivesBack: With many charitable organisations across Malaysia struggling to stay afloat from the impact of Covid-19, Shopee is working with over 30 charity homes and organisations such as MERCY Malaysia and Zoo Negara to raise funds for their respective causes. Support the charity initiative and its various causes during this season of giving via the Deals, Top-ups & Bills in-app portal or #ShopeeGivesBack.

The list does not stop there! This 12.12 Birthday Sale is Shopee’s biggest celebration yet with more exciting stuff for users to check out on Shopee.

In the meantime, if you want to know more about Shopee and its presence across 7 markets in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, do check out the infographic below. Psst! Did you know that its regional headquarters in Singapore is so huge that it is even larger than the size of 3 football fields combined?

To find out more about the Shopee 12.12 Birthday Sale and be part of this celebration, visit https://shopee.com.my/m/12-12

Anlene™ Introduces ACTIFIT 3X™ And GOLD 5X™ Formulation As Part Of A Balanced Diet For Musculoskeletal Health

When we work from home or stay home, we tend to be less active. As we age, it is important to take care of our bones, joints and muscles by exercising and having a balanced diet so that we can continue to stay active for years to come.

By 2040, Malaysians aged 60 years and above is expected to double from the current estimate of 10.3% of the population! Recognizing the importance for Malaysia’s aging population to maintain their musculoskeletal health, which can affect their mobility, flexibility, balance and thereby quality of life as they age, Fonterra Brands Malaysia through its adult nutrition brand Anlene™ introduces ACTIFIT 3X™ and GOLD 5X™, formulated to provide important nutrients for Malaysian adults.

The Social Wellbeing Research Centre at Universiti Malaya projected the number of Malaysians aged 60 years and above to reach 6.3 million in 2040, which is about 2 out of every 10 Malaysians. Not only is the number of our ageing population increasing rapidly, life expectancy of our silver population is expected to increase as well – men whose age reached 65 years in 2019 are expected to live a further 14.8 years to nearly 80; and women aged 65 last year are expected to live a further 17.8 years to about 82 years.

According to Dr. Nor I'zzati Saedon, who is consultant geriatric and senior lecturer of internal medicine at University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC), musculoskeletal health is one of the key factors in enabling people to live their lives independently and it starts with building and maintaining bones, muscles and joints that will continue to be strong for many years ahead. The musculoskeletal system provides form, support, stability, and movement to the body. It is made up of the bones of the skeleton, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints, and other connective tissue that supports and binds tissues and organs together.

“It is easy for middle aged adults in their 40s to not notice their own musculoskeletal health when they don’t have any condition, such as pain resulting from injury or bad posture. Being able to walk requires strength, flexibility and balance. Simple tasks like eating and dressing needs dexterity of the hands and wrists. Being able to reach up, bend over and squat down, allows people to carry out everyday activities like gardening, cooking and cleaning. Any individual would like to continue to be able to do all these without any support and assistance, especially when they progress into their 60’s and beyond,” she says.

Another expert in the musculoskeletal field is chiropractor, Mr. Calvin Shun, Founder of Osso Bone Care Chiropractic, who highlights changes in the musculoskeletal system as one ages. “Our bones may start to deteriorate from as early as 30s , losing up to 20% of bone density and our joint cartilages (the ‘cushions’ between joints) may have significant degeneration in our 40s. Our muscle functions may become weaker by losing up to 29% of its strength as we age,” he says.

“Musculoskeletal conditions, such as osteoarthritis which usually occurs in our knees can interfere with people’s ability to carry out their daily normal activities. Common symptoms include pain, stiffness and reduction of flexibility. That will reduce level of mobility, and in the long run may rob people of their independence and impairing their ability to participate in family, social and working life, and thus their quality of life could be affected,” he continues.

Shun says degeneration of bone mass, muscles or joint cartilage may accelerate with aging, but there are several common steps one could take to slow it down. He advises middle aged adults to maintain a healthy weight; exercise regularly, especially work outs that build muscles and maintain strong bones; take care of small injuries and do not allow them to develop into bigger issues that affect movements; and always remember to sit and walk with the right postures!

In terms of nutrition, Puan Megawati Suzari, Director of New Product Development, Scientific & Regulatory Affairs at Fonterra Brands Malaysia which markets Anlene™, highlights the importance for middle aged adults to care for their mobility via maintaining strong bones, joints and muscles, which are also necessary for active living and healthy aging. “On top of improving lifestyle by becoming physically active, adopting a good dietary habit is equally important,” she says.

A recent study highlights the importance of both regular exercise and milk intake as part of a balanced diet. It shows that participants who consumed 2 glasses of milk added with MFGM (Milk Fat Globule Membrane) and important nutrients plus regular exercises had 2X the improvement in flexibility, 3X the improvement in balance and 40% more improvement in muscle mass compared to control.

“Eating a balanced diet by including nutritious food is required to support adults’ musculoskeletal health. Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ and GOLD 5X™ are formulated specifically to complement a balanced diet which is important to support musculoskeletal health” says Megawati.

New Anlene™ GOLD 5X™ is scientifically formulated with key nutrients that are important to support adults’ nutritional needs and has no added sugars. An important ingredient in the product is MFGM Active™, which contains MFGM - a combination of lipids and proteins that provides similar compounds to those found in joint fluids. Let’s enjoy the goodness of Anlene™ GOLD 5X™!

In each glass of milk, you can now enjoy the goodness of Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ that comes with high calcium, high protein, vitamin B2, B6, B12, C, D, E and collagen, while Anlene™ GOLD 5X™ is scientifically formulated to provide the same nutrients that 3X™ offers, plus MFGM Active™ and with no added sugars.

Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ and GOLD 5X™ are brought to Malaysian consumers by Fonterra Brands Malaysia, a company committed to the highest of food safety and quality standards. Both products are now available at major retailers nationwide and online at our official stores on Shopee and Lazada. Recommended retail price of Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ (1kg) is RM34.65 and Anlene™ GOLD 5X™ (1kg) is at RM38.90.

Visit https://movecheckquiz.anlene.net.my/ to take Anlene Move Check Quiz, a special tool developed to assess your mobility by performing simple physical movement. Or you can look out for Anlene Mobility Check happening in store and on ground to assess your flexibility, strength, bone and muscle mass.

Let's be healthy together with Anlene™ ACTIFIT 3X™ and Anlene™ GOLD 5X™!

Happy Birthday Shopee! Love, Gong cha

 

Happy Birthday Shopee! In conjunction with Shopee’s 5th birthday celebration, Malaysians’ favourite bubble tea chain Gong cha has curated a new series of drinks to celebrate the occasion. Strawberry lovers definitely don’t want to miss this as the Gong cha 12.12 Birthday Drink features three strawberry flavoured drinks. They are the Strawberry Taro, Strawberry Matcha Latte and Strawberry Marble.

From now till 23 December, strawberry lovers can purchase these drinks exclusively on the Shopee App and redeem it at any Gong cha outlet nationwide. These beverages will sure to bring you on an adventurous journey as they come in creative yet unique flavours never tried before!

Strawberry Taro

The dreamy pink and purple colour combination will bring you on a journey through clouds of cotton candy. The distinct flavours of strawberry and taro blend perfectly and do not overpower one another. Shake well before consuming and take in how the colours meld into a dreamy sight before you.

Strawberry Matcha Latte

This strawberry matcha latte combines the fruity sweet taste of strawberries, creamy milk and slightly bitter notes of matcha into a drink that's refreshingly decadent. Its red-and-green look makes it all the more Christmas-y, doubling the celebration this December!

Strawberry Marble

Be enchanted by the splashes of red across a background of white as you take a sip of the Strawberry Marble drink which is surely worth a couple of snaps and post on social media… or more (we’re not stopping you). This creation tastes even better when topped with Gong cha's signature milk foam, further elevating the taste of luscious velvety strawberry milk tea.

How can you get the drinks?

The Gong Cha e-drink series can only be purchased via the Shopee App, and redeemed at any Gong Cha outlet nationwide. Get the Shopee x Gong Cha 12.12 Birthday Drink series exclusively on Shopee through the Food & Services Vouchers in-app portal from now to 23 December.

Enjoy the Strawberry Taro, Strawberry Matcha Latte and Strawberry Marble at an introductory price of RM10. Get it at 50% off when you purchase the drinks every Saturday and Sunday in the month of December. Only on 12 Dec, apply promo code GC12 to enjoy 30% coins cashback with no minimum spend and earn up to 500 Shopee Coins when you complete your purchase via Shopeepay.

Additionally, users who use ShopeePay to pay for their Gong Cha orders at physical outlets will receive RM4 cashback when they spend a minimum of RM10. This offer is valid till 31 December 2020.

What are you waiting for? Check it out at https://shopee.com.my/gongcha-shopee-series

10 Fun Facts You Should Know About OLDTOWN White Coffee

As we edge closer to 12.12, let’s take a look at 10 interesting facts you might not know about one of the most popular coffee brands as well as restaurant chains in the country. Trust us, you wouldn’t want to miss out on no. 6!

1. Ipoh mali!

OLDTOWN White Coffee is a proudly Malaysian brand established in the year 1999 in Ipoh, Perak. The brand manufactures instant beverage mixes and products in addition to operating over 200 cafes throughout Malaysia and the region. OLDTOWN White Coffee continuously strives to provide quality white coffee to Malaysian households and the food service industry.

2. Dutch connection

In early 2018, the OLDTOWN White Coffee brand was wholly acquired by JDE Peet’s, the world’s largest pure-play coffee and tea group, serving approximately 130 billion cups of coffee and tea in 2019 in more than 100 countries around the world. Iconic household names under JDE Peet’s include Peet's, Jacobs, L’OR, Senseo, Tassimo and TiOra, Douwe Egberts, Stumptown, Super, Pilão, Moccona, Mighty Leaf and Pickwick as well as Maison du Café in France, Marcilla in Spain, Harris in Australia and Bravo in Greece.

3. Available in more than 17 countries worldwide 

The good times shared through OLDTOWN White Coffee 3-in-1 products are not only enjoyed by Malaysians. OLDTOWN White Coffee products are exported to more than 17 markets worldwide including Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Brunei, Myanmar, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Netherlands, USA, Canada and South Korea.

4. From sachets to RTD Can Drinks

The deliciousness of OLDTOWN White Coffee can be enjoyed even while you’re out and about on a busy day thanks to the RTD Can Drink with three unique flavours, each with their own distinctive taste. Indulge in the rich and aromatic Classic, the bold and nutty Hazelnut or the thrilling double flavour of Salted Caramel all in a can. They’re convenient and tasty so you can enjoy The Perfect Sip, Crafted on the go!

5. You can get OLDTOWN White Coffee delivered right to your doorstep Craving for some of OLDTOWN White Coffee’s goodness but don’t feel like heading out? Fret not as you can simply order online from the brand’s extensive list of instant coffee and milk tea

series via the OLDTOWN White Coffee Flagship Store on Shopee. Just a few clicks and great coffee is on your way.

6. The 12.12 Year End Sale is here!

In conjunction with Shopee’s 12.12 Birthday Sale which takes place from now till 12 December, OLDTOWN White Coffee will be running its own Year End Sale with eye-catching deals not to be missed. Look out for the OLDTOWN Nan Yang Roasted White Coffee O that’s going for 32% off, and OLDTOWN White Coffee 3 in 1 Classic and OLDTOWN White Coffee 3 in 1 Hazelnut with 23% off, among other promos on OLDTOWN White Coffee’s Shopee store. Be sure to keep your reminders on as these special deals will only be available on 6 December. Psst, a quick tip - for smoother checkouts throughout the sale, top up and use your ShopeePay accounts. You can thank us later.

7. OLDTOWN White Coffee’s Dark Roast variant can only be found online

The deliciously dark and creamy OLDTOWN White Coffee Dark Roast is an online exclusive product which can be purchased on the brand’s Shopee store. Available in Original and Hazelnut variants, it is made from dark coffee beans roasted at high temperature; it is less acidic and sweet with a smoky bittersweet note at the first sip. Sumptuous indeed.

8. The Ultimate ASMR White Coffee Experience

Did you know that there is an Ultimate ASMR White Coffee Experience video by OLDTOWN White Coffee on YouTube? Well, now you do! Take your coffee experience up a notch by watching this satisfying video -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpeRPVUhiKk.

9. More than just coffee

Has it ever crossed your mind that OLDTOWN White Coffee products can be used in preparing meals? Try this recipe for a start, as a special coffee-infused dish.

Fried chicken - Preparation: Combine 1 tbsp of OLDTOWN Black Series Enrich together with 1 tbsp of paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, brown sugar and cayenne (optional) in a large bowl. Then mix and marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator before proceeding to bake or grill! (Tip: You can also store the marinating sauce in a well-sealed container and use it the next time.)

10. OLDTOWN uses premium ingredients and a special roasting process to make the best white coffee

OLDTOWN White Coffee is made with 3 types of premium beans and brewed with the same roasting process as when it was first created. The brand keeps true to a system that follows diligent R&D through many years of experience, delivering the best white coffee every time.

Enjoy your perfect cup of white coffee with OLDTOWN White Coffee on Shopee this 12.12 Birthday Sale by visiting https://shopee.com.my/oldtownwhitecoffee.os.

Whitekish Magic Charcoal For Whiter Teeth

If you have yellowish teeth and always wanted whiter teeth, you can try Whitekish Magic Charcoal. Whitekish Magic Charcoal is made from 100% organic coconut shell with no added chemical. This set has a 10gm charcoal powder and a soft toothbrush. Whitekish can solve yellow teeth, tartar, plaque and bad breath problems.

Directions of use : Dip the toothbrush into the charcoal powder, brush teeth and tongue softly and slowly. Then rinse with water. For the first week, use twice a day. For second week onwards, use twice a week. (This charcoal powder is tasteless)

The benefits of Whitekish Magic Charcoal are : 

• For teeth whitening
• Gets rid of the bacteria which is the cause of bad breath
• Effectively removes the plaque and tartar especially for smokers
• Neutralizes ph level of the inner mouth
• No corrosive chemical (peroxide) or material used
• Effect can be seen as early as 1 month of proper usage

This is my before and after photo after using Whitekish Magic Charcoal for about 1 week.

If you would like to know more about Whitekish Magic Charcoal, please visit their website www.whitekish.com or call/sms/whatsapp 017-889 8878

Kaspersky Urges Malaysian Parents To Keep Their Kids Safer Online

Global cybersecurity company discusses with industry experts how to raise kids, who are digital natives, and suggests ways to secure them against cybercriminals

A move to ensure the new school session in 2021 can be conducted safely, all schools in Malaysia are set to remain close for the rest of the year. The Ministry of Education decided the move after considering data analysis of COVID-19 cases involving students, teachers, and their close contacts. The new school year would begin on Jan 20, 2021. In addition, the Ministry has urged the school administrators to continue the home-based learning for teachers and students.

In conjunction with home-based learning, Kaspersky hosted an online forum to discuss ways keeping the kids safer online. Featuring industry experts including: Ong Kian Yew, Chief Executive Officer at PIKOM (the National Tech Association of Malaysia); Datuk Dr. Chiam Heng Keng, Founding President of The Early Childhood Care and Education Council Malaysia; and Nazrudin Habibur Rahman, a TV Host, Actor, Entrepreneur and father of three, the conference was hosted by Deborah Priya Henry, TV host, model and co-founder of an NGO which focuses on children education.

Yeo Siang Tiong

Yeo Siang Tiong, General Manager for Southeast Asia at Kaspersky underlined that between March to May 2020, as many as 47%-51% of Malaysian kids spent most of their time online searching for learning materials related to their online classes. “It is a good sign that kids in Malaysia are using technology in a productive way. Our Digital ComfortZone 4 Report quantified the increase of internet usage because of the pandemic at up to two more hours day in Southeast Asia. 63% parents agreed that their children are using the internet more than they did on the same period as compared to last year. Our study also revealed that parents fear for their children’s online safety, but are not putting time to talk about them. Because of these, we are  glad to initiate such conversations today,” says Yeo.

For his part, Ong said that after several months of home-based learning for students and remote work for parents, both parents and students would continue to seek the right technology tools. The recently announced Malaysian Budget 2021, proposed that the relief on lifestyle expenses (such as computer, smartphone or tablet) be increased from RM2,500 to RM3,000.

“We foresee the proposed tax relief will boost the purchases of these smart devices to address any possible shortages to work from home and learn from home. At present, PIKOM members, in general, have already reported positive sales trend throughout the MCO period,” adds Ong.

Speaking on not attending schools and home-based learning, Datuk Dr. Chiam said that students miss their friends and doing school activities. For younger students, they are physically active and tend to have shorter attention span. Confinement at home and having parents who are also busy to keep kids interested, may potentially lead the young ones to frustrations, which may be demonstrated through being aggressive, intolerant, uncooperative, and disinterested.

“However, not everything is negative, as there are also many positive aspects of staying and learning at home. Parents can spend time doing things together, exercise together, or just have fun together. Our current situation enhances bonding and offers a perfect time for mothers and fathers to sit down with their kids and discuss things that matter – such as forming online habits to keep them safe.” explains Datuk.

Nazrudin, a Kaspersky user, commented that he enjoyed the stay at home and home-based learning with his kids but not without its own challenges. “I learned from Kaspersky that parents who are completely unfamiliar with video games may be tempted to completely ban their children from playing.

However, banning is not the healthiest solution. This is because children may have peers that play games at school and by disallowing them from participating, they may feel like an outcast. So there should be a check and balance in parenting.”

“To achieve this balance, I personally install safety nets such as Kaspersky Safe Kids. I agree with Datuk Dr. Chiam, as one of the most effective way is to be good role models to our kids. For #teamnazrudin, we practice no smartphone during mealtimes and have conversations related to cyber safety, when they are in doubt. We are no experts in this area, but we will learn together,” he adds.

Kaspersky has some good tips for the parents:

• Spend more time communicating with your children about online safety measures. Tell your children what must not, under any circumstances, be published on the Internet and why.
• Surf and learn together. See where they spend their time online and explore how to best keep them safe. Also spending time to play online games, so you can learn from each other.
• Explain that all the sensitive information can be shared only via messengers and only with people you know in real life.
• And yes, we do recommend parents to install a cybersecurity software like Kaspersky Total Security to protect their kids against online threats. Kaspersky is offering a three-month free trial of Kaspersky Total Security, available through this link https://bit.ly/safekids011.

To get Kaspersky Safe Kids, please visit https://www.lazada.com.my/shop/kaspersky/ or https://shopee.com.my/kaspersky.os

The Aroma of Good Times Awaits Malaysians this 11.11 with OLDTOWN White Coffee

To some, coffee is more than just a drink. It is a form of gastronomical necessity that needs to be consumed daily. A morning without it may seem rather incomplete.

OLDTOWN White Coffee is all set to making the morning brighter than ever, especially for Malaysians that are currently working from home. The country’s largest halal-certified white coffee cafe chain brings attractive deals, exciting contests and games plus sumptuous coffee flavours online on its official store on Shopee, in conjunction with the e-commerce platform’s 11.11 Big Sale running now till 11November.

Products like the OLDTOWN White Coffee Hazelnut RTD Can will go on Shocking Sale, its original price slashed to RM0.11 on 11 November from 12AM to 2AM! Exclusive 11.11 discounts also include up to 30% off on Malaysian favourites like the OLDTOWN White Coffee 3 in 1 Classic and the OLDTOWN Nan Yang White KOPI O.

Adding to the excitement, from now till 11 December, users stand a chance to win weekly vouchers and exciting prizes when taking part in games. Shopee Mobile App users can play the Spin & Win game brought to you by the OLDTOWN White Coffee Shopee Flagship Store and win eye-catching voucher prizes worth up to RM50. All Shopee users earn one free token to spin every day. This token is refreshed at 12AM daily. Share the game to earn an extra chance to spin, with up to three extra chances per day! Shoppers can look for the Spin & Win game by scrolling to the ‘Shop’ tab when visiting the OLDTOWN White Coffee store on Shopee.

The OLDTOWN Kopi Catch meanwhile is a fun mini game where shoppers can race to collect the most coffee beans, caramel bits or hazelnuts within 30 seconds. The top 10 players with the highest cumulative points after four weeks will be taking home a RM50 Shopee voucher each!

OLDTOWN fans can also look forward to enjoying the deliciously dark and creamy, online exclusive OLDTOWN White Coffee Dark Roast which can be purchased on the brand’s Shopee store. Available in Original and Hazelnut variants, it is made from dark coffee beans roasted at high temperature; it is less acidic and sweet with a smoky bittersweet note at the first sip. Simply satisfying.

The OLDTOWN store on Shopee is home to an extensive list of flavours from the brand’s line of instant coffee and milk tea mix. This includes the rich OLDTOWN White Coffee Classic, the uniquely local OLDTOWN Milk Tea Teh Tarik and also the perfectly balanced OLDTOWN Nan Yang White KOPI O.

For smoother checkouts throughout the campaign, users should top up their ShopeePay accounts so they do not miss OLDTOWN’s limited time deals or products in fast sellouts. Has it been mentioned that there is an Ultimate ASMR White Coffee Experience video by OLDTOWN on YouTube? Don’t worry, we will not spoil it for you if you have not seen it yet. Watch it here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpeRPVUhiKk. You’re welcome!

Enjoy the The Perfect Sip Crafted by OLDTOWN White Coffee on Shopee by visiting https://shopee.com.my/oldtownwhitecoffee.os

‘Choc’ out Gong Cha’s 11.11 Big Drinks

Malaysians’ favourite bubble tea chain Gong Cha is taking it up a notch with another of its exclusive creations, in partnership with Shopee. This month, be prepared to be knocked off your feet when you try the chocolate-themed Gong Cha 11.11 Big Drink series. This range is in celebration of Shopee’s 11.11 Big Sale that is taking place from now to 11 November.

Check out the Earl Grey Chocolate Smoothie, Chocolate Latte with Coffee and Chocolate Marble which are only available for purchase via the Shopee App from now till 22 November, even after the 11.11 Big Sale has ended! After all, who can say no to chocolate when it ispractically everyone’s favourite?

Earl Grey Chocolate Smoothie

The Earl Grey Chocolate Smoothie is made from freshly brewed Earl Grey tea, blended together with bittersweet chocolate for a uniquely fragrant drink. Topped with Gong Cha's famous milk foam, chocolate lovers will surely enjoy this one - a refreshing cold and creamy pick-me-up.

Chocolate Latte with Coffee Jelly

Chocolate and coffee lovers rejoice! Here’s a chance to have the best of both worlds in a cup. Witness the union of bittersweet chocolate and coffee-flavoured jelly in a sea of milk. Chew on the addictive jelly while sipping on the rich and creamy chocolate milk to get that extraordinary Mocha oomph!

Chocolate Marble

For those who like to keep it simple, enjoy the distinctive flavour of bittersweet chocolate in creamy milk foam. This makes for a nice and refreshing way to clean the palate after a good meal, especially for those who do not want a heavy dessert.

So how do Malaysians get their hands on these drinks? The Gong Cha e-drink series can only be purchased via the Shopee App, and redeemed at all Gong Cha outlets nationwide. Get the Shopee x Gong Cha 11.11 Big Drink series exclusively on Shopee through the Food & Services Vouchers in-app portal from now to 22 November.

Fans can enjoy the Earl Grey Chocolate Smoothie at an introductory price of RM12 while the Chocolate Latte with Coffee Jelly and Chocolate Marble can be enjoyed at RM10. Save more when you purchase the drinks at 50% off this November on these special dates: 7, 8, 11, 15 and 22. Enjoy 30% coins cashback with no min spend and earn up to 500 Shopee Coins when you complete your purchase with Shopeepay. 

Additionally, users who use ShopeePay to pay for their Gong Cha orders at physical outlets stand a chance to receive RM4 cashback when they spend a minimum of RM10. This offer is valid till 31 December 2020.

What are you waiting for? ‘Choc’ it out at https://shopee.com.my/gongcha-shopee-series

MICROLIFE VEURO BY VASAYO

As a mother of two children and constantly busy when age is catching up, I feel that sometimes I cannot stay focus and keep my mind sharp. In this modern world, environmental pollution and disturbed sleep as well as bad habits all influence my ability to stay focus. Recently, I tried Microlife Nutritionals VEURO by VASAYO to improve my mental health.

Microlife Nutritionals VEURO is a botanical beverage mix cane and red grape to replenish the nutrients our body needs for better concentration and productivity. The ingredients are water, cane juice, lecithin, red grape extract, natural flavor, trisodium citrate, citric acid, fumaric acid, potassium sorbate, holy basil extract, artichoke extract, white grape juice concentrate, oat extract, gum arabic, xanthan gum and malic acid. 

VASAYO's smart liposome delivery system helps nutrients pass through the harsh environment of the digestive system intact for better absorption and use by the body.

This photo shows the color of VEURO. 

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Samsung Solve For Tomorrow Stimulates Curiosity and Interest in STEM Among Students

Solve for Tomorrow – a unique competition encouraging youths to FIX IT with STEM by finding creative solutions to resolve challenges faced in our local communities.

As innovation rapidly changes our world, it is critical to prepare the next generation to not only adapt, but to thrive and excel in a technology-driven future. Committed to making this happen, Samsung Malaysia is running one of its global educational programs titled Solve for Tomorrow – a competition aimed at stimulating curiosity and cultivating interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, while inspiring students to help improve and fix issues faced by local communities through STEM’s innovative solutions.

Meet the guest speakers at the Samsung Malaysia’s Solve for Tomorrow Introduction Event. From L to R: Ir. Dr. Mas Sahidayana Mohktar, Head of Universiti Malaya STEM Centre, Lee Yan Fong, winner of Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2015, Dato’ Roh Jae Yeol, Director of Corporate Affairs, Samsung Malaysia Electronics Tan Kok Loon, winner of Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2015, Prof. Dr. Noorsaadah Abd. Rahman, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation), Universiti Malaya

“It is important for the next generations to come to be equipped with the fundamental skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to adapt to the technological change and benefit from the new opportunities technology creates. We believe in their potential to reach new heights of innovation, and to develop society-changing solutions. And Samsung is committed to helping them achieve this through the educational programs we run like Solve for Tomorrow,” said Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Professor Dr. Noorsaadah Abd. Rahman, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation), Universiti Malaya sharing Universiti Malaya’s involvement in the Samsung Malaysia’s Solve for Tomorrow Competition

Solve for Tomorrow, a unique competition that fosters innovative thinking, creative problem-solving and teamwork, is carried out in partnership with Universiti Malaya STEM Centre. The competition is open to Form 1 and Form 2 students from participating secondary schools that Universiti Malaya STEM Centre regularly engages with to provide various STEM activities, helping them enhance their learning experience. The Solve for Tomorrow competition will kick off on October 9, 2020 and will culminate on December 8, 2020 with the announcement of winners.

Dato’ Roh Jae Yeol, Director of Corporate Affairs, Samsung Malaysia Electronics and Ir. Dr. Mas Sahidayana Mohktar, Head of Universiti Malaya STEM Centre sharing the details of the Samsung Malaysia’s Solve for Tomorrow 2020 Competition

Ir. Dr. Mas Sahidayana Mohktar, Head of Universiti Malaya STEM Centre remarked, "We have to enhance Science and Technology knowledge among our youngsters to solve unseen future problems. They can only paint a better picture if they are equipped with the correct tools, and the best way to ensure the mechanism is accurate is through Science and Technology education."

Participants of the competition are required to identify an issue faced by the community and develop a solution based on STEM technology. They can choose to propose the ideas focusing on any of the four themes, namely health, education, environmental and social issues. A team of three students will be required to send in a submission in a form of essays depicting the problem to be solved and how STEM can be a creative solution. At the second round, 10 teams that are shortlisted will be required to refine their ideas and showcase it through a PowerPoint presentation.

Three teams will be selected at the third round. They will be required to enhance their presentation with an option to create a prototype. Each team will need to submit a video recording of the presentation and the functions of the prototype. At the final stage, the three teams will battle it out to win the top prize worth up to a total of RM37,900 by impressing the judges with their innovative STEM solutions.

The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2015 winners shared their experiences at the virtual event to inspire future innovators. From L to R: Tan Kok Loon and Lee Yan Fong

Winners of the competition will walk away with Samsung products for their respective schools and for themselves too. The first prize winning team will receive Samsung products worth up to RM16,900 that will be presented to the school while each student will receive up to RM7,000 worth of Samsung products. For the second prize, the team will receive products worth up to RM13,500 for their school while the students will each walk away with products worth up to RM6,000. The third prize winning team will receive products worth up to RM10,000 for their school while the students will win products worth up to RM5,400 each. The winners will be judged based on the relevance of issues, creativity, feasibility of ideas, application of STEM and presentation of innovative solutions.

“We believe the Solve for Tomorrow competition is an ideal platform for students to be exposed to science and technology; and harness their full potential through the use of technology. It is also an opportunity to engage and encourage students’ curiosity in STEM while making a difference in the society,” concluded Yoonsoo Kim.

For more information about Solve for Tomorrow, please visit: www.samsung.com/my/solvefortomorrow/

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SAMSUNG SOLVE FOR TOMORROW 2020 FACT SHEET

Q1. What is Samsung Solve for Tomorrow?

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is a global educational programme that is designed to increase interest and proficiency in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education and to encourage young people to apply STEM in finding creative solutions to solve challenges and address risks faced in their local communities.

It is a unique competition that foster youths with soft-skills that encourages communication, critical thinking, creative problem-solving and teamwork to discover and nurture social innovation ideas that resolve the community’s most pressing problems.

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2020 is being held for the second time in Malaysia targeted at lower secondary students. The first was in 2015 targeted at University students.

Q2. Who are eligible to participate in this competition?

In line with Ministry of Education’s goal to increase the number of students enrolling in Science stream, the competition is open to lower secondary students, Form 1 and Form 2 from participating secondary schools in Klang Valley.

Q3. How are these schools identified?

The Ministry of Education and Universiti Malaya STEM Centre signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the objective of adopting schools with limited capabilities of introducing activities related to STEM.

A club known as Kelab Sahabat Universiti Malaya or Sekolah Angkat Universiti Malaya was established in 2014.

These schools are part of Kelab Sahabat Universiti Malaya that are located within Klang Valley (Please refer to list of schools below)

Q4. What is Universiti Malaya’s role in this competition?

As a Centre that provides a platform for STEM education activities, UM STEM Centre will be providing STEM expertise and resources to help meet the needs of the participants in the competition.

UM will be mentoring the shortlisted top 10 teams in an online workshop titled Designed to Win. This online workshop aims to help enhance participants’ idea and solution in Phase 2 and Phase 3 in solving their community problem.

UM STEM Centre and professors will be mentoring and judging the entries submitted by participants.

Q5. What is the criteria of participation?

Participants must be full time students in Form 1 and Form 2 from any of the participating schools

Each team should consist of three students from the same school

Each school can be represented by more than one team

One teacher can mentor one to two teams from the same school

Students who are keen on participating can get in touch with their teachers who will be in contact with Universiti Malaya STEM Centre.

Ideas submitted should apply STEM skills/knowledge and meet one of the four themes:

Health

Education

Environment

Social

Q6. What are the participants expected to do in this competition?

Identify one issue faced by the community and develop a creative solution based on their STEM knowledge.

Q7. Could you elaborate more about the competition?

The competition will begin on 9 October and will culminate on 8 December with the announcement of winners

Below are the respective phases:

Phase One (9 October to 22 October)

Will kick off on 9 October

Each team will need to submit an essay of 100 words or less describing the problem they want to solve

They will also need to send a second essay on how STEM can be applied to address the problem in 200 words or less.

Phase Two (28 October to 11 November)

At this stage, 10 teams will be shortlisted

They will need to refine their idea and show how it will be brought to life

The teams will need to share the work through a PowerPoint presentation.

Phase Three (17 November – 4 December)

Top three teams will be further identified

The teams are required to enhance their presentation. They have an option of developing a prototype

They are required to submit a video recording of their presentation and the functions of the prototype.

Finale Presentation and Prize Giving Ceremony (8 December 2020):

Teams will need to present to a panel of judges. First prize, second prize and third prize winner will be announced during the Finale Presentation.

All entries from phase 1 to phase 3 will need to be submitted via email to solvefortomorrow.my@samsung.com

The shortlisted teams will be notified via email /phone

No entry fee is required for this competition.

Q8. What are the prizes up for grab?

Winners of the competition will stand to win prizes for their schools and for themselves

First prize

Winning school will receive Samsung products worth up to RM16,900

Each student will receive Samsung products worth up to RM7,000

Second prize

Winning school will receive Samsung products worth up to RM13,500

Each student will receive Samsung products worth up to RM6,000

Third prize

Winning school will receive Samsung products worth up to RM10,000

Each student will receive Samsung products worth up to RM5,400

Q9. How will the entries be judged?

The entries will be judged based on:

Identifying the issues and relevance in addressing them

Feasibility and elaboration of solution proposed

Creativity and innovativeness of solution (uniqueness & originality)

Use of STEM to solve the problem

Presentation skills during the finale

They will each carry different weightage depending on the requirement for each phase.

Q10. Who selects the winners?

The selection of winners will be done by a panel of judges that comprise of representatives from both Samsung Malaysia Electronics and Universiti Malaya STEM Centre.

List of Eligible Secondary Schools

1	SMK ASSUNTA	22	SMK DAMANSARA DAMAI 1
2	SMK (L) BUKIT BINTANG	23	SMK DAMANSARA JAYA
3	SMJK KATHOLIK	24	SMK DAMANSARA UTAMA
4	SMK KELANA JAYA	25	SMK SEK 4 KOTA DAMANSARA
5	SMK LA SALLE	26	SMK SEK 10 KOTA DAMANSARA
6	SMK LEMBAH SUBANG	27	SMK TROPICANA
7	SMK (P) SRI AMAN	28	SMK SEKSYEN 8 KOTA DAMANSARA
8	SMK SRI PERMATA	29	SMK PETALING JAYA (Tingkatan 6)
9	SMK SRI UTAMA	30	SMK VICTORIA
10	SMK SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD	31	SMK (L) METHODIST
11	SMK TAMAN DATO HARUN	32	SAM BESTARI
12	SMK TAMAN MEDAN	33	SMK SERI BINTANG UTARA
13	SMK (P) TAMAN PETALING	34	SMK BANDAR UTAMA DAMANSARA UTAMA
14	SMK TAMAN SEA	35	SMK BUKIT BANDARAYA
15	SMK BANDAR SRI DAMANSARA 1	36	SMK SERI PANTAI
16	SMK BANDAR SRI DAMANSARA 2	37	SMK SEKSYEN 8, KOTA DAMANSARA
17	SMK BANDAR UTAMA	38	KOLEJ TINGKATAN 6 DESA MAHKOTA
18	SMK BANDAR UTAMA DAMANSARA 2	39	SMK SEAFIELD
19	SMK BANDAR UTAMA DAMANSARA 3	40	SK SUKAN BUKIT JALIL
20	SMK BANDAR UTAMA DAMANSARA 4	41	SAMT TENGKU AMPUAN JEMAAH
21	SMK SRI AMAN	42	SM SETIABUDI