Malaysian Humanitarian Foundation Collaborates with Teach for Malaysia to Empower Underprivileged Students with Leadership Skills

Award-winning non-profit organisation, Malaysian Humanitarian Foundation (“MHF”) is working closely with Malaysia’s leading educational non-profit organisation, Teach for Malaysia (“TFM”) in identifying students from B40 households to offer scholarships to attend SuperCamp.

For the December edition which ran from 18 to 22 December 2023 at Paradise Valley Broga Resort, Semenyih, Selangor, seven (7) students from several schools within Klang Valley were shortlisted by TFM to attend SuperCamp.

“We work on a system to extend opportunities like this to students from the underserved communities. Not having the resources to attend programmes like this should not hinder you from unlocking your full potential and achieving greatness in the future. We hope that from 2024 onwards, we can extend the scholarships to at least 50 students annually,” Henry Teh Kok Kheng, Executive Director of MHF (郑国庆) says.

Empowering the future leaders of Malaysia

Vassenthen A/L Devendren, 16, was filled with excitement to be selected for SuperCamp. The SMK (L) Methodist Sentul student candidly shares that his self-esteem took a hit during the transition from a Tamil school to a national school after his UPSR, which left him dissatisfied with the result. He also feels less confident due to his larger physical build.

Vassenthen wants to make his mother, Mogana Sunthari proud by doing well at school.

“I was disappointed to receive my UPSR result and decided to make a change. I started following a strict regime where I only allowed minimal time to rest and spend time with my family. Being the eldest in my family also means that I have the big brother role to play,” he says. He also continues to study Tamil subjects to honour his Indian heritage as he aspires to excel in his mother tongue, while improving his proficiency in English and Bahasa Melayu.

His mother, Mogana Sunthari A/P Govindan, 41 is also surprised to see how much time Vassenthen spends in his room studying. “Everyday, after school he retreats to his room to study. Sometimes, he only texts or calls me on the phone when he wants to eat. I can see that he is driven to be successful in the future, so I’ll continue to support him,” she says. “Interestingly, though, he doesn't aspire to become a doctor! He mentioned that the COVID-19 experience has truly scared him!”

Another scholar from SMK Seksyen 27, Shah Alam, Maizatulakma Lisa Aqilah Abdullah, is a big fan of Korean culture, particularly the food and fashion. Despite her passion for entertainment, she strongly believes that her peers should set their priorities right from such a young age.

School Holiday Fun at Megah Rise Mall, Taman Megah

School holiday season is here, I believe many parents are looking for places to take the kids for an active fun time or just to move away from their screens just like me. Hence, I brought my girl to Megah Rise Mall and had an enjoyable day there.

Located at Taman Megah Petaling Jaya, Megah Rise Mall is a community-centric mall with many restaurants and everything you’ll need under one roof. It is strategically located at Taman Mageh, with plenty of affordable basement car parks for shoppers.

On our last visit, we have explored four stores in Megah Rise Mall below:

Kheng Wah Bing Teng (Ground floor, Non-Halal & Pet-friendly)

Kheng Wah Bing Teng is a Hong Kong-inspired cha chan teng that offers a fusion of Hong Kong and Malaysian kopitiam dishes.

Kheng Wah is well-known for their array of pastries, such as the signature crispy char siew bao and many more! They have a distinctive menu of food and beverages, and we have tried some of the dishes below:

Refresh, Reset and Unwind the Edelweiss Way

With the festive season approaching, it is more important than ever to refresh the senses and romanticise the day-to-day with little things and rituals to set the tone for the year ahead.

This is why Edelweiss, the premium wheat beer born in the Alps, is inviting Malaysians to Unwind and reset the Edelweiss way, in preparation for stepping into the new year. And we have come up with three ways that you can reinvigorate the senses for the year ahead, with Edelweiss:

Being intentional and mindful – the best way to head into the new year is by getting clear about what matters to you. That could be as simple as creating a morning routine for yourself, setting boundaries in different areas of your life, or even just romanticising the little things like an after work unwind session to celebrate the day. It is all about adding a dash of something refreshing, the Edelweiss way, that will make the difference!

Self-care via connecting with the body and senses by incorporating movement, mindfulness and aromatherapy into the everyday. From painting to yoga classes, or even buying yourself a candle of your favourite scent for your space, treat yourself to something nice to celebrate yourself and your achievements. And as you do that, be sure to grab an ice-cold Edelweiss to kick back and enjoy the moment.

Connecting with the people you love - whether it's enjoying Edelweiss with its hint of fresh mountain herbs as you unwind and reset for the year with the people you love the most, or simply reaching out to the people you love to plan something you can look forward to.

Brewed with a hint of refreshing mountain herbs, Edelweiss is the perfect accompaniment for you to indulge and unwind as the year comes to an end.

SKEYNDOR Eternal Skincare Series Grand Launch

SKEYNDOR, a globally recognized leader in skincare innovation, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Eternal range. The grand launch event, marking Skeyndor's latest unique formulation in Malaysia, took place at the luxurious Regno KL in Bandar Sri Damansara on 5 Dec 2023. It was graced by many attendees included Skeyndor affiliates, esteemed beauty influencers, and special guests.

At the exclusive grand launch event, all the guests were welcomed with a product showcase highlighting Skeyndor's Eternal skincare range.

The Eternal range is a testament to Skeyndor's commitment to anti-aging excellence. Central to this new line is the innovative use of plant stem cells and biotechnological ingredients, designed to rejuvenate and redensify skin at a cellular level. The range includes:

Skeyndor Redensifying Night Oil : A sumptuous oil that envelops the skin in nourishment, promoting overnight rejuvenation.

Skeyndor Extraordinary Redensifying Serum: A luxurious formula that revitalizes skin for a youthful glow.

Skeyndor Redensifying Cream: This melting cream redensifes skin texture, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles for eternal beauty.

Skeyndor Rich Redensifying Cream: Specially formulated for very dry skin, offering deep hydration and rejuvenation.

Skeyndor Redensifying Eye Contour: Targeted treatment for the delicate eye area, reducing puffiness and dark circles.

There were also 3 fun game stations where guests could play games in order to receive a free gift.

It's Time For The Jingle and Magic of the U.S. Potatoes Festive Extravaganza

It's time for the Jingle U.S. Potatoes All The Way Christmas Workshop, a unique culinary event celebrating the versatility and flavor of U.S. potatoes. All the invited guests and influencers had fun on an immersive journey through the world of potatoes. Hosted at FunFun Event Space in Bandar Puteri Puchong, the event featured a variety of activities, cooking demonstrations and interactive workshops.

The event kicked off with guests arriving to a vibrant product showcase. They were presented with a Potato Christmas Garden displaying an array of U.S. fresh potato varieties such as Russet, Red, and Purple along with different cuts of frozen U.S. potatoes as well as instant U.S. mashed potatoes mixes.

The guests have also commemorate the moment at the nice photo booth and partake in a social media contest to have a chance to win a special U.S. potatoes flower bouquet.

The fun-filled events feature various activities and games at the product showcase with successful participants receiving special prizes and free gifts, adding an element of friendly games and engagement like arranging potatoes!

Beyond The Hypermarket: Lotus's Spreads Delight Through Playful and Joyful Moments

Lotuss Stores Malaysia Sdn Bhd (Lotus’s Malaysia) is set to transform the holiday season into a joyous celebration for its customers and a time of giving for those in need. With the theme Lotus’s Playful and Joyful Moments, the retailer is not only offering a myriad of festive delights to its customers within the hypermarket and Lotus’s Malls, it is also living its #KitakanJiran spirit by inviting customers to partake in the heart-warming Secret Santa Initiative in eight selected Lotus’s Malls throughout the month of December.

Lotus's Malaysia is to spread the festive delights through its Lotus’s Playful and Joyful Moments campaign by offering a series of participating Mattel brands like Hot Wheels, Polly Pocket, Matchbox, Thomas and Friends, Scrabble and many more.

Customers may enjoy the series of family friendly activities in the participating Lotus’s Malls throughout the selected dates below:

Lotus’s Playful and Joyful Moments Event in Lotus’s Malls:

1 December 2023 – 1 January 2024: Lotus’s Mutiara Damansara
1 December – 14 December 2023: Lotus’s Puchong, Lotus’s Ampang, Lotus’s Cheras
16 December 2023 – 1 January 2024: Lotus’s Selayang, Lotus’s Klang, Lotus’s Rawang and Lotus’s Kepong.

“The Lotus’s Playful and Joyful Moments is a chance for families to create lasting memories, connect with each other, and experience the joy of the season in a whole new way with the series of family friendly workshops and activities throughout the month of December. This is in line with our aim to make Lotus’s a more family and children centric destination to shop and gather,” said Melissa Wong, Head of Malls, Lotus’s Malaysia.

Customers may refer to the retailer’s official Facebook page for the exciting weekend activities and workshops lined up.