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MILO® goes even further with new MILO® Activ-Go Plus Fibre

  The goodness of MILO® goes even further with the new MILO® Activ-Go Plus Fibre. The latest MILO® powder variant joins its growing range of products, offering more added goodness of the nutritious MILO® energy that has been powering Malaysian breakfasts and nourishing generations of champions.   MILO® Activ-Go Plus Fibre contains 2.5 times fibre compared to the regular MILO® Activ-Go powder. Dietary fibre is a critical component of a wholesome, balanced diet to maintain digestive health. The recent National Health & Morbidity Survey 2019 shows that 9 out of 10 Malaysians do not eat enough fruits and vegetables, which are important sources of dietary fibre. MILO® Activ-Go Plus Fibre is formulated to be high in fibre to help address this. One serving (30g) of MILO® Activ-Go Plus Fibre fulfills 12% of the recommended daily dietary fibre intake [1] .   Like the regular MILO® Activ-Go powder, this new variant maintains the goodness of MILO® made from malt barley, milk and cocoa

MAMONDE MALAYSIA TEAMS UP WITH LEXIS HIBISCUS PORT DICKSON FOR 63RD MERDEKA CELEBRATION

  Mamonde Malaysia, a cosmetic brand under Amorepacific Malaysia recently announced an exciting partnership with Lexis Hibiscus Port Dickson - the largest water homes development in the world and an iconic award-winning family-friendly oceanfront resort featuring a private pool and steam room in each room.   The collaboration between Mamonde, whose Ceramide skincare range is inspired by our national flower, the Hibiscus; and Lexis Hibiscus Port Dickson which resembles the Hibiscus, aims to celebrate the national flower in conjunction with the National Day celebration.   Margaret Chin, Country Manager of Amorepacific Malaysia said she hopes that the month-long campaign will help instil a sense of unity and belonging among Malaysians that can be depicted through the country’s floral emblem, the Hibiscus. “Lexis Hibiscus is chosen as our collaboration partner because the design and theme of the resort are heavily centred on the Hibiscus flower, which befits the aspiration behind our M

Aladdin Group returns to market as digital commerce player

Tech company Aladdin Group today announced their return to the market as a digital commerce player, focusing on the Halal and Muslim-Friendly landscape after a corporate restructure.  The Halal and Muslim-Friendly markets represent one of the largest growing consumer segments in the world, with a global consumption value of an estimated 3 trillion USD annually. A homegrown Malaysian company, Aladdin Group’s approach to the industry leverages on local Malaysian talents paired with one of the most established digital teams in China as a strategic partner, specializing in e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and the recent trend of social commerce. L-R, Raymond Woo (Head of Marketing, Aladding Group), Eizaz Azhar (CEO, Aladdin Group) and Prof. Dr. Irwandi Jaswir (Director of Halal Affairs, Aladdin Group).   “We’ve witnessed an industry shift throughout the past 10 years, where 7 of the largest companies in the world by market cap today are tech companies, and out of those 5 of them ar

US HIGHBUSH BLUEBERRIES BRING BOUNTIFUL BENEFITS WITH NEW SEASON

American blueberries are back! The US HIGHBUSH BLUEBERRY COUNCIL launched “Your Berry Best Friend” as its 2020 campaign celebrating another delicious season of these tiny yet mighty sweet fruits. ( L – R) Rowena Ngumbang - Agricultural Marketing Specialist, FAS Office USDA, Chef Dato’ Fazley, William Verzani - U.S. Embassy Agriculture Attaché, Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS), U.S. Department of Agriculture and Retna Malar - Malaysian Representative for US Highbush Blueberry Council and Managing Director, All About Fresh Produce, stood proudly behind the phenomenal dessert spread called the Sweet Table, which was elevated with succulent, dainty blueberries This immunity “blue-ster” super fruit has laid claim to the throne of antioxidant-rich foods. Blueberries have also proven to be a blue boon to those who eat it, boosting heart health, preventing cancer, boosting immunity and more. Best friend to food lovers across the country, Malaysian celebrity chef Dato’ Fazley Yaakob was on han

TOKYO STREET CELEBRATES 9 TH ANNIVERSARY WITH THE JAPANESE COMMUNITY

Malaysia’s premier shopping destination, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, marked the 9th Anniversary of its award-winning precinct Tokyo Street today at a festive celebration attended by the Japanese community in Malaysia.  Since its launch on 29 July 2011, Tokyo Street has showcased the beautiful culture of Japan to Malaysians and visitors of Pavilion KL. The mall was the first to offer a dedicated precinct celebrating Japanese culture, arts, retail and food. Inspired by the iconic districts in Tokyo - Asakusa, Ginza and Shibuya, Tokyo Street blends the urban cosmopolite-feel with the rich heritage and traditions of Japan. In the nine years of Tokyo Street’s enduring success, the bilateral relationship between Japan and Malaysia continues to flourish. At the festive celebration today, Pavilion KL celebrated with long-standing friends in the Japanese community, comprising Guest of Honour, His Excellency Oka Hiroshi, Ambassador of Japan to Malaysia and his wife Madam Oka Rieko, in their first off