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Hello Breeze readers, More and more happenings are occurring these days, especially various types of events. With that, Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) has been picking up a lot of steam housing events, especially large scale ones. A true showcase, Sabah is ready to host events of different magnitudes. Read about SICC at Feature.
SICC is not just about hosting events as it is also a great place to dine. The new Meranti Cafe offers a fantastic array of local and western favourites, which are bound to satisfy the appetite of public and events goers. These include delicious desserts for those with a sweet tooth. Besides SICC, this issue is also packed with other interesting content such as local music group BERPUTAR in Music, the GC3 golf launch monitor (now in Sabah) in Tech, and the mesmerizing work by the top 3 makeup artists of Borneo’s Next Top Makeup Artist in Beauty & EnjoyFashion.reading the rest of this issue and have a great July!
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Leading SICC to greater heights is no easy task too for our Cover, CEO of SICC Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Lasuki. Having done so from when it was just a conceptual plan to where it is now in operation. She is also supported by a great team consisting of Director of Sales & Events Isabelle Chai, Director of Convention & Housekeeping Azman Bin Nain, Director of Finance in SICC Cathinrina Wee, Director of Engineering in SICC Shaikh Fadhil Bin Hussein Mattar, and Director of Culinary in SICC Mohd Firdaous Bin Mohd Izhar. Get to know Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Lasuki and her fantastic five in Personality.
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Adelina Adna 10 ’N GO Hello Breeze readers, It is the month of Ramadan and we are excited to have Egyptians Ahmed Yousry & Shaymaa Arafah on the Cover of the magazine. ey are the founders of ’10 N GO, the rst Egyptian Restaurant in Sabah. Find out more about them and ’10 N GO at Feature and Personality. Fasting is compulsory for Muslims during the month of Ramadan, but do you also know it is something that is practiced during non-Ramadan for health reasons? Learn about other types of fasting in Wellness. What are your thoughts about bu ets which are also popular during Ramadan? Check out Rants & Raves for our writer’s opinion about it. In Music, we talk about the Sabahan group ISOBAHTOS and their latest track RGB. ese lads have been making waves with their talents and currently fast rising in popularity. Also fast rising in popularity, we look at Standup Paddle Boarding in Destination. If you love having fun water activities, then you just have to try it out. Foodies would also not want to miss out on Hilton Kota Kinabalu’s Roo op Poolside Bar & Grill. Back a er an absence during the pandemic, the restaurant features scrumptious regular favourites and new menu items. Hilton Kota Kinabalu is also o ering an amazing JELAJAH SELERA BERSAMA HILTON’ family i ar dinner bu et during Ramadan at Urban Kitchen that you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the rest of the interesting reads in this issue and Happy Ramadan to all Muslims out there!
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eventcontentissue#163 46 SPIRITUAL CULTURAL BORNEO AVANT GARDE MAKEUP beauty fashion& 52 Meranti Cafe : New Makan Experience at SICC REVIEWRESTAURANT 50 Creamy Butter Chicken Chinese Style | DRIp food kedai&kupi 54 LAUNCHING OF NIKMAT BYQUEENNERAnightlife 38 trainingfitnesssplit 40 back to events and wellnessparty 42 caring for baby dentalteeth 44 FREEDOM IN ravesrantsMODERATION& 45 NBA All Star Weekend culturepop 08 june 2022FLASHhappenings 12 Sabah (SICC)ConventionInternationalCentreFEATURE 18 CIty Cineplex july 2022 movies movie 20 BERPUTAR ROAD TOCLAS2022music 10 #KENDYLIFE FROM TENOM, SABAH APPOINTED AS SAKURA COLOR JAPAN (MALAYSIA)’S BRAND ARTIST & AMBASSADORREPORT 36 the conferenceenvironmental2022econews 28 the Iron Lady of SICC: Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Lasuki personality 22 Golfing Indoors with the GC3 tech 24 car cultureautomotive 26 SABAH FROM THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN TO THE ISLANDS AT THE SEAdestination
TALIWAS RIVER SCIENTIFIC EXPLORATION
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Kota Kinabalu, 18 June 2022 - The Sabah Shark and Ray Initiative (SSRI) Showcase was held at Tanjung Aru Marine Ecosystem Center - TAME Center. The aim of the event is to showcase the work of the SSRI to the general public and its goals to address bycatch reduction in commercial and small-scale fisheries, improve marine protected area effectiveness, assess the feasibility of locally managed marine areas, engage with law and policy and conduct outreach. The event featured a variety of conservation booths managed by different NGOs, government partners and marine experts to highlight their insights on their work over the years. There were also live panel discussions, workshop demonstrations, art exhibitions and much more. The Initiative was coordinated by LEAP Spiral and in collaboration with Marine Research Foundation, WWF-Malaysia, Scubajunkie SEAs and the Sabah Shark Protection Association. For more information, go to www.leapspiral.org/ sharksandrays
Kota Kinabalu, 22 June 2022 – In support of the recent tourism recovery and community programs, 33 staff members from Valiram’s various stores throughout Kota Kinabalu volunteered to clean Tanjung Aru Beach and its coast; a popular tourist destination in Sabah known for its worldfamous sunsets. Valiram is Southeast Asia’s leading luxury goods and 360° retail specialist currently in 10 countries, with portfolio in Sabah such as Michael Kors, Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Tory Burch, Godiva, Charles & Keith, Pedro, and Jesselton Duty Free, a lifestyle mall featuring exclusive luxury brands. It is the first of its kind in East Malaysia. Valiram’s volunteers collected trash from the beaches, park, and car parks, filling up a total of 27 amount of trash bags weighing 256 kilograms from all cleanup sites at Tanjung Aru Beach.
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Kota Kinabalu, 7 June 2022 – The Yayasan Sabah Group is stepping up conservation efforts by organising a Scientific Exploration in the Taliwas River Conservation Area (TRCA) to promote TRCA as a well-known research and ecotourism centre in Sabah. TRCA is located at Lahad Datu and comprises a unique lowland and ultramafic forest area of 9,546 hectares. It is also a Class I (Protection) Forest Reserve. The scientific exploration also emphasises on conservation and preservation in enhancing the effectiveness of the management, protection and development of the country’s forest biodiversity resources sustainably. The Flag-Off ceremony of this exploration was launched by Dato’ Sri Gulamhaidar at the Podium, Menara Tun Mustapha, Kota Kinabalu. More on the exploration at www.facebook.com/TaliwasRiver
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Kota Kinabalu, 8 June 2022 – PAM Sabah Chapter and ImpactZone Sdn Bhd had recently signed a collaboration agreement for the upcoming International Property Exhibition (IPEX) in October 2022. International Property Exhibition or IPEX is one of Sabah’s biggest and eagerly anticipated events of the built environment. Organized by Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM) Sabah Chapter in collaboration with ImpactZone Sdn Bhd, this home-grown business event is anticipated to bring together multi-facets of Sabah’s built environment industry to a primary city location where property developers, contractors, building products manufacturers and others involved in the industry to converge and showcase the best and latest product, techniques and knowledge offerings to the general public. IPEX 2022 will take place on 21st until 23rd October 2022, at the SICC. The admission is free and open to the public. For further details, contact PAM Sabah Chapter 088232524 or Impact Zone Sdn Bhd 012-827 3939.
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY EXHIBITION (IPEX) 2022 TO HAPPEN IN OCTOBER 2022
“I am excited to partner with Sakura Color Japan (Malaysia),” said Kendrick, “Borneo is at the epicentre of a swiftly growing hub for art and culture. Considering there is a similarity in Sakura Color Japan (Malaysia)’s and my core competencies and brand values, I would like to create multiple avenues via this partnership to connect people from the remotest parts of the country through culturally relevant and relatable content. It is important that visionaries in the marketplace join hands to discover and develop this growing industry to build a robust ecosystem.”
10 report #KENDYLIFE FROM TENOM, SABAH APPOINTED AS SAKURA COLOR JAPAN (MALAYSIA)’S BRAND ARTIST & AMBASSADOR Image | Kendrick Ng addresses throughout Malaysia and other countries such as Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, and Singapore.
uala Lumpur, 22 June 2022 - Content creator and artist Kendrick Ng Tiong Heng, also known as #Kendylife, who is from Tenom, Sabah has been appointed as the brand artist and ambassador for Sakura Color Japan (Malaysia), a worldrenowned Japanese stationery brand in Malaysia. Sakura Color Malaysia intends to expand its standing in Borneo’s art scene through this strategic cooperation with the Sabah-based artist. Kendrick received the ambassador certification, trophy, and the ambassador pin at today’s Sakura Color Japan (Malaysia)’s ambassadorship bestowment ceremony in Kuala Lumpur.
“Our aim is to promote and contribute to education and culture through art.” said Alan Khoo, Associate Director of Sakura Color Japan (Malaysia). “And we believe Kendrick is the best candidate to assist us in doing so and we are thrilled to have him onboard. We collectively hope to further our vision of promoting the spirit of content creation via art and culturally relevant content across Borneo.”
Kendrick will oversee, organise, and support art campaigns at Borneo as part of the partnership agreement. Till date, Kendrick has received numerous awards and honours for his contributions and works, has also led doodle workshops and given keynote K
Currently, Kendrick is having collaboration talks with Sabah Art Gallery, Sabah State Library and art event planning with Johan Julian, founder of Hobbycon Sabah.
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For more information, go to web.facebook.com/bbqkingsabah the SCENES of the bbq competition during the “start up bbq culture” event by Kitchen Shop & BBQ King at Katrin BJ (Sabah) headquarters - 25 june 2022
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HOW TO USE THE MADRID SYSTEM IN MALAYSIA
• Same renewal deadlines for all countries in which your trademark was registered and managed under the Madrid System. BENEFITS OF USING THE MADRID SYSTEM by Lai Jia Xin Law Graduate
PROTECTING YOUR BRAND INTERNATIONALLY
The Madrid System is a one-stop solution for registering and managing trademarks worldwide. The Madrid System for the international registration of trademarks allows brand owners to apply and maintain protection in the different member states of the system via one single procedure, in one language and one set of fee. On 27 September 2019, Malaysia joined the Madrid Protocol and Starting from December 27th, 2019 local brand owners in Malaysia can begin using the Madrid System to protect their marks in more than 121 territories of the System’s members by filing a single international application and paying a single set of fees. With its straightforward designation process, foreign companies and trademark owners can, from December 2019, seek trademark protection through the Madrid System when selling their products and services in Malaysia.
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If you are selling your products online, your products may reach global consumers more easily. When your product gain popularity in international markets, your brand may become more valuable. By registering your trademark in other countries, you may prevent others using an identical or similar name. Further, there may be counterfeits of your products as you may have lost control of your brands being copied by others.
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For brands that have international presence, the Madrid System offers a number of important advantages:Cost Savings • Save time and money by filing a single application for trademark protection in multiple territories in one language and paying one set of fees. Lesser Possibility of Infringement Lesser Possibility of infringement of Trademark registered and managed under the Madrid System the territories of which represent over 80% of world trade. in Renewal
1. The Applicants who are entitled to use the Madrid System in Malaysia are: • citizens of Malaysia; • bodies or corporations incorporated or constituted under the law of Malaysia; • persons domiciled in Malaysia; or • persons who have a real and effective industrial or commercial establishment in Malaysia.
2. The Applicants must have already filed their application for registration or registered a mark in Malaysia. This Malaysia application or registration is referred to as the basic application or registration, or simply the basic mark. The mark that is the basis of an international application is either registered or has been applied for. The basic mark and the international application must: • have the same owner(s) • be identical mark(s) • have the same or a narrower list of goods and/or services. An application can be based on a single basic mark or multiple identical basic marks covering different goods and services.
The international trademark registration process under the Madrid System is an important, effective and highly regarded system for obtaining trademark rights in multiple international jurisdictions. As part of a robust trademark registration strategy, it enables brand owners to obtain protection in certain territories costMarceffectively.Misthal, one of the Intellectual Property Attorneys in the U.S., once said, “It is best not to delay filing trademark applications abroad, particularly if you intend to be doing business abroad in the short term.”
WHY REGISTERING YOUR TRADEMARK INTERNATIONALLY?
However, this was not an easy feat as good quality and largesized conferences require a proper convention centre. Datuk Hajah Rosmawati, who was then attached with Yayasan Sabah and her team conducted a study and concluded that Sabah has the potential to be one of the best MICE destinations because of its strategic location and Sabah also offers a wide range of experiences from the mountain high to the ocean deep - natural world and the unique cultural and traditions of the locals.
Sabah International Convention Centre was completed in 2020.
One of SICC’s prominent feature is the 6,954sqm outdoor plaza that is connected to the main lobby. Offering a spectacular view of the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park as well as the famous Kota Kinabalu sunset, the open space can accommodate up to 7,000 guests at one time. The idea of a convention centre in Kota Kinabalu was unheard off back in the day. According to the Chief Executive Officer of SICC Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Haji Lasuki, the idea sparked with the success of the 1st International CEO Conference organised by Yayasan Sabah in 2004 in one of the 5-star resorts in the city. The event was attended by 650 participants including from the US and UK, and has successfully put Sabah on the world investment map and brought in high-end tourists to the Withstate. the success of the 1st International CEO Conference, the Sabah government decided to include the CEO Conference in its calendar of events, appointing Yayasan Sabah to organise the conference every bi-annually. S
Between 2006 to 2012, Datuk Hajah Rosmawati with full determination submitted and presented her proposals to the government at that time. SICC received the approval and financial support they needed from the federal as well as the state government to proceed with the construction in 2015.
SICC first opened its door to the public in February 2020 with a six-day national level Tilawah Al-Quran 1441H/2020M where the Convention Centre was bustling with participants and guests from all over the country. Unfortunately, SICC started its operations in the beginning of Covid-19 pandemic where businesses had to adopt to the new norms. The unprecedented situation however did not deter abah International Convention Centre is the only convention centre in Malaysia that is located both by the sea and in the city with many international hotel of different categories within the vicinity. Owned by Innoprise Corporation Sdn Bhd – a subsidiary of Yayasan Sabah Group, the convention centre is built on a 6-hectare site with a 60,514sqm gross built-up. The 153,197sqm multi-functional complex has a well-designed floor plan with extensive pre-function areas. SICC features five levels of well-designed event spaces. The 5,196sqm convention hall and 5,176sqm exhibition hall are divisible into three smaller sections and can accommodate 3,270 guests and 3,000 guests respectively. There are also multiple meeting room of various sizes as well as private VVIP rooms and lounges, all named after Sabah’s popular natural destinations.
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them as they turned the MCO into an opportunity to work on and improve their services and culinary. When the SOPs were relaxed and dine in was allowed, they opened a makeshift restaurant at the lobby of Level 3 in July 2020. Making full use of their manpower and space, as well as inculcating teamwork and multitasking, SICC introduced the Ramadan Buffet, offering 700 variety of dishes in 2021, the first in the city. The objective of the buffet was simple – to provide a space for people to gather during the difficult times, sharing delicious meals with their family and friends while emphasising on safety and health for their guests.
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To date, Sabah International Convention Centre has hosted several high-profile events since the full reopening last November including the 9th SOGCE ’22 Sabah Oil & Gas Conference & Exhibition, 2nd Asia Parks Congress, Property Hunter Expo 2022, Sabah International Business and Economic Summit 2022 (SIBES), the launch of Sabah Maju Jaya Roadmap and Riuh Bah! With all the inherent strengths as a tourism city and the domestic and international connectivity, Sabah International Convention Centre will once again transform and leverage local strengths to boost the economic growth by attracting large-scale MICE events that will generate income for the state. SICC is working closely with stakeholders to drive domestic and international business events to the SICCvenue.offers tremendous opportunities for local and international entrepreneurs in tourism-related commercial and business activities. It also creates job opportunities inside and outside the Convention Centre including hotels, travel agents, transporters, event organisers, food & beverages operators and more to help boost the local economy. More about the Iron Lady of Sabah International Convention Centre Chief Executive Officer Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Haji Lasuki, J.P. and her Executive Committee in the personality section. For more information, visit www.siccsabah.com Hanis Batrisyia Sabah International Convention Centre
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Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are best friends with the same superpowers. When Superman and the rest of the Justice League are kidnapped, Krypto must convince a rag-tag shelter pack—Ace the hound, PB the potbellied pig, Merton the turtle and Chip the squirrel— to master their own newfound powers and help him rescue the super heroes. Date: 28 July 2022 Animation, Action, Colin Trevorrow Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Keanu Reeves, Krasinski
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Don’t forget to catch BERPUTAR on Youtube and Spotify. With everyone’s support the group plans to entertain everyone during CLAS2022 finale. hallenges, difficulties & obstacles are what makes a performer. Every year CARTA LAGU ARTIS SABAH (CLAS) is a stage where every singer songwriter comes together to showcase their art, it’s a must watch event for music enthusiast alike. Well, get ready to be rooting for a group that is well balance in experience & fair share of stumbling blocks. BERPUTAR is still in the running since the chart for Sabahan artist started on 26th March 2022. A total of 5 talented artists worked together in order to make this collaboration a success & represent a current music style. Ag Ku Mohd Nadzrin or Naz is a Rapper Song Writer from Papar was also a pioneer of well-known group during his youth & represent Sabah in National TV Group Competition. Aween Shaffienas, mix blood Brunei-Pakistan is well known for her achievement in One In A Million Season 1 (OIAM1) top 20. Also in the lineup are the first Bajau Rapper hail from Semporna Asbow Daling Daling, Hamzah Black and Eryande Yan both from Kota Kinabalu. They have been performing since 2005. Berputar is a Brainchild of Naz. He came up with this fresh style of music to bring variety to Sabah Music Scene. According to him, he is not bound to any particular process in making music, it’s more of spontaneous burst of energy that goes hand in hand with imagination. “I’ll put story behind every piece & make it a masterpiece”. Berputar was release on 31st December 2021 & their aim was to celebrate New Year with a blast & hopefully this song will be a start of something new especially in their music Accordingcareer. to Aween “The song is basically a metaphor of life itself. Much like in life sometimes we’re on top & at any moment we could be at the bottom. It’s a reminder, no matter how high you C
The song now available on Youtube via GLM.Echannel & it’s been aired on few local radios station such as SABAH FM, KUPI-KUPI FM as well as ERA FM. Don’t forget to support BERPUTAR by voting us on Carta Lagu Artis Sabah season 15 & do follow us on GLM Legacy Facebook page for more info on how to support us.
climb, never forget where you came from. Essentially, be humble. Always. I am absolutely excited, to be honest a little nervous. It’s been a while since I’ve been back on the scene. I’m ready for it!
Every vote count & much love in advance!”
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ne of the most watched groups ever to come out of New Zealand, Drax Project have gone from 4-piece buskers to Pop RnB arena fillers.
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On July 8th, New Zealand’s slickest live band recently celebrated the release of their first EP in 4 years - Diamond.
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“It’s been a pretty weird last couple of years for everyone! From a health standpoint, we’ve been extremely lucky to be in New Zealand – especially early in the pandemic, when we got to play stadiums while the rest of the world was in lockdown – but it also meant being a long way away from a lot of our audience. Focusing more on recording than releasing has made sense. With New Zealand now opening up to the world again, it feels like the right time to start letting out more of the music we’ve been working on” – Drax Project Diamond EP by Drax Project is available on all music streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and more. For further information, find Drax Project on: Instagram, Facebook & Tiktok: @draxproject Spotify: Drax Project Image | Drax Project
Beginning as jazz students busking on the streets of Wellington New Zealand, Drax Project which consists of Shaan Singh (lead vocals, sax, keys), Matt Beachen (drums), Sam Thomson (bass, keys, BVs) and Ben O’Leary (Guitar, keys, BVs), have grown into one of the most successful groups ever to come out of the country. Through their own headline tours, international festival performances and opening for the likes of Ed Sheeran, Christina Aguilera, Lorde, Brian McKnight and Camila Cabello, the band have established themselves as one of the world’s emerging ‘must see’ live acts.
“Drax Project have gone from street side performers to supporting the biggest names in pop, including Camila Cabello, Ed Sheeran and Lorde.” - Rolling Stone
O Neo-soul group Phony Ppl joined their fellow New Zealanders Six60 on a new version of Drax’s hit “Catching Feelings” - which sat for months in the US RnB radio top 40. They now have more platinum records in Australia than any other band ever to come out of New Zealand. Singles off the self-titled debut (300/ Universal) album have collected nearly half a billion streams worldwide and 24 Platinum certifications to date, with “Woke Up Late” recently hitting the 500k unit threshold for US gold. They’ve also amassed the largest Tiktok following of any major NZ music artist. These numbers only look set to grow upon the release of Diamond and a new studio album scheduled for late this year.
The last two years have been a reset for everyone, Drax Project included. For this EP, they’ve eased back into releasing bodies of music with a collection of songs they love to play live. Diamond features studio versions of fan favourites ‘Hollywood’, ‘Fashion Sense’ and ‘Love In The Morning’ alongside recent singles ‘Crazy’ and ‘Mad At You’. Production duties across the EP are shared between Grammy nominees Grey and Rogét Chahayed, along with Drax themselves. The record is mixed by Grammy winning engineer Tom Norris. While they have been fairly quiet on the new release front since 2020, they’ve also been quietly collecting Ws. Hot New York
So, why choose an indoor golf simulator over golfing outdoors. Well, the biggest factor is the weather. If it’s too hot or raining heavily, why would you want to play outdoors? Another positive is the accurate stats you’ll be getting from the launch monitor. You or a professional coach can use the stats to further improve your techniques when you know what’s missing from your game.
U by Noel Jinguli Image | Shankjunkies with a golf simulator. If you ask any golfer, seeing the ball physically fly, instead of just flying into a screen, is just one of the best experiences in golf ever. Still, you should definitely check out Shank Junkies if you’ve never tried golfing indoors, or in general, as they provide the best indoor golfing facilities in Kota Kinabalu.
ntil recently, I never knew that golf was such an exciting sport to not only watch but also participate in. My sudden curiosity to try it out has now turned to an addiction to become better at the sport. However, being the geek that I am, I’m not able to accurately track the stats that drive my golfing addiction. This is where Shank Junkies and the GC3 golf launch monitor come in. Shank Junkies is the first to offer an indoor golfing experience with the GC3 launch monitor and simulator in Kota Kinabalu. A launch monitor is a device that keeps track of a golfer’s stats during and after their swing. It’s able to show how long the ball travels, how hard it was hit, and even the trajectory of the ball flight. However, the real beauty of the launch monitor is the ability to calculate the angles of the golfer’s approach, giving enough information for the golfer to tweak and improve their swing. The launch monitor alone doesn’t complete the golf simulator experience. When it’s paired with the correct software such as Foresight Sports simulator, you have the recipe for a fun and exciting time. Users can actually see the magic. Either choose from a variety of renowned golf courses such as the newly added Old Course at St Andrews, or play mini games, doing it all in the comfort of the Shank Junkies facilities.
Now, would I say this is the perfect way to golf? No, of course not. Shank Junkies just added another option for golfers to choose from when they’re itching to play. As a beginner, the stats are great and all, but the satisfaction of watching the ball fly just can’t be fulfilled
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Golfing Indoors with the GC3
24 automotive car culture from the 7th to 9th of October as Cult. (Cars & Urban Lifestyle Trends) will be coming to SICC. It’ll be the biggest indoor car event in Borneo, so make sure you be there to be part of history.
e’re all part of a culture. It’s who or what we are based on, the things we do and the environment we’re in. Not only in the traditional sense but also in more modern terms. These days, cultures will intertwine with each other and create subcultures as a result. One of these cultures that has developed many more subcultures under it is the car culture. As the name says, car culture is all people and things related to cars. Anyone who loves and appreciates cars is part of the culture. One doesn’t necessarily have to be an expert on them, just your enthusiasm is enough to be part of it. The best part about car culture is the subcultures that have developed around it. Do you favour exotic Italian supercars? Or are you more into cars native to Japan? Well, there are subcultures for both of them. Believe it or not, there’s also a subculture dedicated to customising their cars to look as worn down as possible. These cars are called Rat rods and honestly, they are not to the taste of most people. But you can’t deny the popularity of it among certain groups of people. This is what it means to be part of a culture. Sharing a common interest within a group of people. So, what about Sabah? Are there any Sabahans part of any car culture? Of course! The most popular one is the 4x4 community. They drive highly modified SUVs that are capable of traversing the roughest terrain. There are also communities and clubs based on specific cars such as the Perodua Viva, Myvi, Axia, or even the Alza. From time to time, you can even see niches that you won’t believe pop up in Sabah such as the drifting and drag racing community. Like I said, being enthusiastic about cars is more than enough to be part of car culture. However, if you’re ever curious about what car communities exist in Sabah, just mark your calendars W by Noel Jinguli Image | Unsplash
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SABAH FROM THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN TO THE ISLANDS AT SEA
abah is indeed the Land Below the Wind, famous for its beautiful Mount Kinabalu scenery. Mount Kinabalu stands 13,435 feet above sea level and is a widely known climbing destination around the world. According to the climbers’ experience, the climb to the summit would take them about two days and one night, and they would then spend the night at Panalaban before continuing their journey to the summit earlier in the morning. Climbers would have the option of reaching the summit via the Ranau Trail or the Kota Belud Trail. Reaching the summit of Mount Kinabalu can be exhausting, but you are rewarded by the beauty of the universe at the top of Mount Furthermore,Kinabalu.
Mount Kinabalu has truly stunning mountain views. Mount Kinabalu is popular not only with avid climbers but also with tourists visiting Sabah on vacation. Of course, they’ll stay in homestays or resorts with a view of Mount Kinabalu. With its cold weather and lush vegetation, the homestay or resort is ideal for relaxing while admiring the clear view of Mount Kinabalu’s summit, which is particularly captivating in the However,morning.most of the people know Sabah only because of the state icon, Mount Kinabalu. Not as many are coming to Sabah to experience the sandy white beach and crystal-clear water in so many of the islands. Based on the local observation, most of the tourists who are keen on island hopping are the one from China, Korea, Japan, and the western countries. Malaysians themselves are more interested in investing their time cuddling up to savour the cold weather in Kundasang, Sabah. According to the statistics from Sabah Tourism, dating from January to March, both domestic and international tourist percentages have risen to 504.7% showing a positive outcome. S by Farah Aisyah & Nadzryn Roslan Image | Nadzryn Roslan
Hope our tourism industry continues to boom as we continue to promote the many exciting spots in our beloved state.
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This proves that the tourist exposure regarding Sabah has elevated, giving efficacious outcomes for the tourism industry. We should use these advantages to also promote Sabah’s islands apart from the highlands to boost even more of our state’s economical state. Apart from Sipadan, there are plenty of beautiful islands such as Bohey Dulang Island for people who love hiking. For people who love privacy, Pulau Kelambu provides the best solitude as people rarely indulge themselves there. And the fact is Bohey Dulang and Pulau Kelambu are just some of the many interesting islands to visit in Sabah.
Get to know the Iron Lady of SICC, Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Lasuki and her team of directors personality the Iron Lady of SICC: Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Lasuki
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“The most important thing is to love and be sincere in whatever you do and when you give, do it for the feeling of fulfilment and expect nothing in return”, said Datuk Hajah Rosmawati.
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Born into a family with many male figures, Datuk Hajah Rosmawati has no problem working in a male-dominated industry as she has learned and understand the different characters of men from her own brothers. She does not feel there is a need to compete but rather to work with men instead as you tend to make more enemies when competing.
Her advice to the other women who are on their path to success – know your strengths, because it is your strengths that matters when working in a team. In this world, you will never fail as long as you have something to contribute. Knowing your strengths will also help you to achieve your own objectives as well as other people’s.
Although the pressure to achieve and perform well is always there, she will always stay focus on what she needs to do. She added, “To juggle everything in life you need to have good strategic planning and management”.
Although she is fully committed to her job and responsibilities, she is solely focused and devoted to her family when at home.
Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Haji Lasuki, J.P. Chief Executive Officer
“When you think it is right and do-able, just focus on your objectives. Along the way, there is bound to be people to help you. However, there are also people who would bring you down, but just take it as constructive criticism and improve”
When asked about her passion and interests, she replied, “Reading and travelling. There are no limits to learning and both reading and travelling allows us to gain new knowledge and insights in life”. For Datuk Hajah Rosmawati adapting different perspectives is a way to learn other people’s strengths, and when we understand this and apply it on ourselves it is called selfDatukimprovements.HajahRosmawati admits that she is a workaholic and there is not a day in her life where she does not love what she does. Her commitment and passion was recognised during this year’s International Women’s Day where she was awarded with the “Wanita Unggul Pilihan Scenic 2022” for the significance, impact and contribution she has made not only for SICC but for Sabah as a whole.
As she has limited time to be with her family, she always ensures her family time are quality time. When she is out working, her family fully respect her time and work, and supports her in what she loves doing.
According to Datuk Hajah Rosmawati you need to think and assess the outcome before you start anything. Life is full of challenges but there is always a problem to every solution.
atuk Hajah Rosmawati who started her career as a Junior Secretary with the Yayasan Sabah Group in 1984 is now the Chief Executive Officer of D’Heritage Sdn Bhd (Sabah International Convention Centre), establishing a Business Event community in Kota Kinabalu through strategic and delivery Bornpartnerships.andraised in Tawau Sabah, Datuk Hajah Rosmawati is one of the key people who were fully involved with the construction of Sabah International Convention Centre – from the planning stage right up to its execution, and is still passionately promoting SICC and Sabah on international platforms including the recent IMEX 2022 at Frankfurt, Germany. Her vision and inspirations for SICC comes from her previous business travels and participation in international conferences around the globe. “A MICE destination needs to have their own unique identity and branding to attract the business events. Sabah is blessed with natural wonders, rich cultural heritage and the most hospitable people. We are more than capable to host worldlevel international conferences”, said Datuk Hajah Rosmawati. “Together we have the competency to do it. We just have to enhance and increase the value for our product and offerings. This is how we can sustain our tourism and hospitality industry, by showcasing our uniqueness and natural worth, as well as our warmth and harmony of a diverse community”, she added.
Most recently, Isabelle was a Negotiator with PropNex Realty; developing strategies and plans for prospecting clients.
Despite her impressive portfolio, working with SICC is a new exciting ballgame for her. Although her background has always been sales, events and marketing, her role as the DOSEM of a convention centre requires a different set skill and strategies. Always up for the challenge, Isabelle takes this as an opportunity to level up her game to elevate SICC as one of the best convention centres in South East Asia. Being fully committed to her role in SICC, most of her time is spent at work and as Isabelle puts it, “Leisure later, work now”. However, when she has the time she enjoys watching movies or doing outdoor activities like walking, hiking or going to the island. Isabelle is a force of nature who knows what she wants, what she needs to do and is able to make decisions on her feet. She does not shy away from challenges and obstacles but tackle them heads on.
30 sabelle Chai is the Director of Sales, Events & Marketing (DOSEM) of Sabah International Convention Centre and is responsible for the sales and events as well as the branding and marketing of SICC. Working closely with Chief Executive Officer Datuk Hajah Rosmawati Haji Lasuki, Isabelle drives the Convention Centre’s revenues through the implementation of sales activities and strategies, identifying new market and growth opportunities as well as catalysing the communications effort of SICC. I
Isabelle Chai Director of Sales & Events Azman Bin Nain Director of Convention & Housekeeping
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zman started his career as a hotelier 26 years ago and was a part of the opening team for many well-known hotels and resorts around Kota Kinabalu. He joined Sabah International Convention Centre in 2019 as the Director of Housekeeping and was recently promoted as the Director of Convention and Housekeeping; overseeing the banquet services, Meranti Café, Guest Services as well as the housekeeping operations including cleaning, maintenance and in-house
Azman is an approachable leader who is reliable and open. He emphasized that his team does not work for him, but rather with him where he includes them in meetings, projects and decision making. “There is no right or wrong. There is always a justification to every decision”, he said.
As a father of four children aged between 22 to 9 years old, Azman prefers to be with his family when he is not working. A simple man who prefers casual tshirt and shorts over a suit, Azman enjoys travelling, cycling and hiking. Although his job requires him to be at work almost 7 days a week, Azman said the key is to make free time by strategizing your work. A philosophy which he holds in life, “Just be happy with whatever you have, and be sincere in everything you do. When we are sincere and honest, the blessings of life will come naturally to you”.
With almost 30 years of experience in international luxury hospitality, Isabelle has established her sales & marketing career in few of the world’s prestigious hotel brands including Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, PODZzz Suites & Semporna Dream Villa, JW Marriott Beijing, The Ritz Carlton Beijing, Shangri-La Hotel Doha, Shangri-La Hotel Hambantota Sri Lanka, Sutera Harbour Resort, Hotel JenTanglin Singapore, Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa Muscat Oman and Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa Sabah.
To be responsible for a convention centre demands a different expertise as it involves a larger scale of management. Azman had to go back to basics but he enjoys every process where he can refresh and expand his knowledge and skills. A convention centre of SICC magnitude requires a lot of planning, coordination and manpower. The day to day operations comes with different challenges and it is Azman’s responsibilities to find effective solutions to ensure a smooth and successful event. “It is not about what you don’t know, you just need to learn it”, he shared.
Despite the demanding nature of her work, this bubbly woman always takes things on a positive note. “I love singing, and I would sometimes sing in the office to release the stress. I would rather sing in front of my computer than to be stressed out or shouting at my staff”, she jokes. Whenever Catherina is not at work, she spends her time with her family watching movies or singing together. Her family are so passionate about music; they have their own sound system at home for fun karaoke sessions.
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As the largest convention facility in East Malaysia with a total function space of 153,197sqm, it requires a minimum engineering team of 20 persons to operate and maintain the building. To ensure a strong and efficient teamwork, Fadhil instils a sense of ownership and belonging to SICC – to be responsible and to take care and maintain the building as if it is their own.
When it comes to work Catherina can be strict and outspoken. When she has a strong belief on certain issues, she would explain and elaborate on the matter until others can understand from her point of view. Despite being a straightforward person, Catherina is very approachable and easy going, and she loves to meet and interact with people.
Despite the responsibilities he has at work, Fadhil will always take some time off to spend quality time with his family. Being a father of two princesses, he tries to be with his family as much as he can. Fadhil also enjoys sport where he used to play volleyball and table tennis during his younger days. Now, he prefers a game of futsal.
Fadhil who is from Sandakan brings with him 18 years of experience in engineering and building maintenance where his portfolio includes several shopping malls and commercial buildings in Kota Kinabalu.
Although she is staying in Tuaran, she does not mind the commute. In fact she enjoys the trip of going back and forth. “I am just doing my thing and I love it. I love everything about my work, and anything finance. I love my calculator and I also love the people I work with”, explains Catherina. Her days start as early as 6.15am. After arriving at work, she would first look at the numbers and analyse the operations from the day before; to prepare her report for the Executive Committee daily meeting. Her days are mostly spent in front of her computer going through the books and statements.
Director of Engineering ven back in his schooling days at SM Teknik Likas, Fadhil has always been interested in engineering and is good with electrical works. Today, he heads the Engineering Department of Sabah International Convention Centre as the Director where he manages multiple teams focusing on operations, maintenance, servicing, special projects as well as planning and execution of Estrategies.
The soft-spoken man said, “My principle is simple. To be obedient to Allah, devoted to my parents and responsible towards my family”.
As a woman leader, she had her fair share of ups and downs especially working in the financial world. Her advice is to overcome these difficulties with game plan. “Rather than dwelling on the challenges, think of the outcome and plan for the future”, she said.
Cathinrina Wee Director of Finance abahan born and raised, Cathinrina or also known as Catherina, is the Director of Finance and is responsible for the Convention Centre’s financial operations and growth. She oversees the accounting operations as well as improving operation practises to increase efficiency. Catherina started her career as a hotelier with Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa and Dalit Bay Golf and Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour Johor. She joined Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre before returning back to Sabah as she misses her hometown, the local hospitality and her roots. S
Ever so passionate about food, he spends his free time learning more about food, and can spend the whole day talking about food. He has made it his life goal to educate the youth about food and cooking. “I am at that phase – “been there, done that”. So I want to use my experience and knowledge to develop new talents specializing in cooking”.
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C Mohd Firdaous Bin Mohd Izhar Director of Culinary
Chef Mohd Firdaous does not walk alone as he has a strong team of chefs to run the kitchen efficiently. The recruitments of chefs at SICC are based on experiences and specialties, “They are good at what they do; I only need to guide them”. Many have the perception that a Director will only sit in the office the whole day, but this is not the case for Chef Mohd Firdaous who prefers to be on his feet and feel the heat in the kitchen. As SICC is versatile in their menu, there is a lot of research as well as trials and errors in the kitchen which he enjoys. “As I get older and achieved certain levels, I just want to do the things that I love doing. I am a hands-on person and when there is an issue in the kitchen. I am always ready to jump in and guide the team. Cooking is my forte, it is my flair and it is also my hobby”, explained Chef Mohd Firdaous.
As a Director of Culinary in SICC, Chef Mohd Firdaous needs to be versatile in terms of food preparation. “SICC is a big convention centre that welcomes many visitors including international delegates from various countries. We always received requests for different cuisines like Indonesian, Sichuan, Arab and more. At SICC, we always rise up to the challenge so we learn and study on how to prepare these dishes the correct and most authentic way”, he added.
hef Mohd Firdaous was born in Kuala Lumpur, grew up in Johor and relocated to Sabah in 2019. Although he has made a name for himself as a chef, he admitted cooking was not something he was interested during his younger days. Food business was something Chef Mohd Firdaous grew up with – his grandmother was a canteen operator while his mother runs a food catering business. So it was only natural for Chef Mohd Firdaous to take up culinary arts after high school and that is when he became interested in cooking.
ocated 36 km from the town of Lahad Datu is the Taliwas River Conservation Area (TRCA), a Class 1 Protection Forest Reserve with an area of 9,546 hectares of unique ultramafic landscape and lowland forest, that is managed by Yayasan Sabah DespiteGroup. being situated just 45 km from the eastern part of the well-known Danum Valley Studies Centre, very few have heard about the Taliwas River. Hence, to uplift TRCA to become one of Sabah’s number one ecotourism and recreational destinations, a 10-day scientific exploration was held to study the biodiversity and natural resources of Taliwas River, in which the data collected will be used as reference material to develop strategic plans and future activities that can be done at TRCA. The scientific exploration consisted of 166 attendees, ranging from researchers and their assistants, to support staff and students of Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Universiti Teknologi Mara and Universiti Malaysia Terengganu. The expedition was officiated by Yayasan Sabah Director cum Executive Chairman of Innoprise Corporation Sdn Bhd, Dato’ Sri Haji Gulamhaidar @ Yusof bin Khan Bahadar on the 7th of June 2022, at a flagoff ceremony at the podium of Menara Tun Mustapha in Kota OurKinabalu.tripto
TRCA took about 10 hours by road. As we arrived at the gateway to TRCA during the night, I had a sense of nervousness mixed with excitement as it was my first camping experience. However, I felt relieved when we reached the TRCA L campsite, knowing that they provide 24-hour electricity, clean water equipped with toilets and bathrooms, an open dining hall, proper campsites and hostels. My teammate and I were each assigned to our sleeping arrangements, and were then treated to a delicious dinner prepared by the kitchen team. We attended the nightly briefing, and went into a deep slumber, preparing for the following day.
Sleeping in the tent outside was nerve-wracking but an exciting experience nonetheless. The location of our tents were close enough to the TRCA campsite yet far enough to make us experience the jungle. On the first night, we heard elephant sounds. As scary as that may sound, it was exciting to listen to the herd. However, safety at the campsite was assured as the whole TRCA is surrounded by fences to prevent the elephants from coming in. At night, the air could get chilly due to the nearby river and the presence of tall trees surrounding the campsite, so preparing a hot drink in a flask is very handy to keep you warm at Thenight.next morning, we had breakfast with all the participants of the scientific exploration at the open hall and prepared for a visit from Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister of Sabah, Datuk Abidin bin Madingkir with Dato’ Sri Haji Gulamhaidar, and their entourage. The participants had all put up their research posters at the campsite gallery and presented their scientific findings on the biodiversity and resources found at Taliwas River based on their explored category of topic. Five topics were explored; Physical Science, Flora Diversity, Fauna Diversity, Scientific Exploration at Taliwas ConservationRiverArea
Social Science and Resource Utilisation. Their presentations were very lively as it was informative. At the same time, Sabah Nature Club of SK Silam, Lahad Datu also held an exhibition on environmental education at the TRCA. In the evening, we would swim at the river beside the campsite to reward ourselves after a hot sunny day. The flowy waters of the river and the tranquillity of being surrounded by nature is an experience you wouldn’t be able to get in the city. One particular evening, a pair of hornbills flew over the river when we went for a swim. It was an amazing sight. Our stay at TRCA campsite was an eventful experience. In the spirit of exploring, we tagged along with a ranger and a few researchers to witness the wonders of Taliwas River Conservation Area. We visited Taliwas Waterfalls, which is just a 45 minutes journey from the main road. The hike was fairly easy as the path was flat with minimal incline. Our ranger was also very informative, as he gave us informative explanations when we encountered plants like the Jewel Orchid and some species of keladi along the road. Upon arrival at Taliwas Waterfalls, we were mesmerised by its natural beauty and completely forgot the tiredness that we felt during the hike. And of course, we did not miss the chance to swim in the waters of Taliwas Waterfalls. We also took the opportunity to stay overnight in the jungle. We visited Vanilla Waterfalls, which took us around two hours of jungle trekking to get to the campsite via the Vanilla trail, and another hour to get to the waterfall. Unlike Taliwas Waterfalls, the hike to Vanilla Waterfalls is not for the faint hearted. I’d say it is for the ones who particularly love adventure. It was challenging but a very rewarding experience as a whole. One of the most memorable moments during our trip was when we went out for a night drive around TRCA. As soon as we went outside TRCA, we encountered a pair of lesser mouse deer and a few flying squirrels. What’s unique and unforgettable about the encounter was that the squirrels flew parallel to and right over our vehicle. Imagine the excitement we all felt! The night before we departed from TRCA and back to the city, the management of the scientific exploration held a small party at the open hall. There was also a sharing session with all the participants, and a small appreciation night for the management team. The night ended with a karaoke session before we returned to our camps to pack and rested in preparation for our journey back. Due to its abundant natural resources and rich biodiversity, TRCA has a very high potential to be Sabah’s top destination for research and ecotourism. The TRCA scientific exploration encourages conservation and the preservation of the natural forest biodiversity, maintaining sustainability of the forest while enhancing the effectiveness of Sabah’s natural resources management.
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Prof. Dr. Ahmad Ismail is the President of the Malaysian Nature Society with a background in Biology, specialising in Wildlife Conservation, Wildlife Ecology, and Ecotoxicology. K Image | Rotary Club of Luyang
The conference featured international and local speakers on 3 main tracts; Sustaining Terrestrial Biodiversity, Issue & Challenges in Marine Life, and Trends & Changes in Crosscutting Issues. Five speakers delivered their sessions virtually but all other speakers were onsite at the KK Wetland Ramsar TheSite. objective of this conference is to have Rotarians lead by example through environmental discourse, awareness, and action. The conference would also like to identify key projects in the locality to be completed alongside every TEC and the public is invited to submit any suggestions for environmental projects that could be organised by Rotary. The aim is also to educate, engage, and commit the younger generation to environmental protection efforts. For more information, contact President Halim of the Rotary Club of Luyang at halimrotary@gmail.com
eco news THE ENVIRONMENTAL CONFERENCE 2022
The theme ‘Replanting Our Future’ foretold an active discourse on rehabilitative efforts for the environment to ensure a healthy parallel future for life on Earth. This was further driven down by Datuk Jafry B. Hj. Ariffin, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Sabah, who said in his officiating speech, “The natural environment in Sabah is intertwined with not just tourism but also our daily lives. If we allow more rainforests to be logged, further climate change will be experienced, and higher temperatures recorded. This affects many other aspects of our lives and other sectors of the economy”.
TEC was officiated during a launch which included speeches by key guests and tree planting ceremony including guest of honour Yang Berhormat Datuk Joniston Bin Lumai @ Bangkuai, Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture, & Environment Sabah, present on behalf of Yang Berhormat Datuk Jafry Haji Ariffin, Minister of Tourism, Culture, & Environment Sabah.
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Ismail informed in his keynote address, “despite having many more unknown species of flora and fauna, Malaysia is ranked among the top twelve mega-biodiversity countries in the world. Together, these countries accommodate 60-70% of the world’s recorded biodiversity”. He stressed the need to preserve and conserve our biodiversity.
The Environmental Conference is a series of conferences for experts to discuss the banes and solutions for the environment.
36 ota Kinabalu, 4 June 2022 - The Environmental Conference (TEC) 2022 – its inaugural edition – ran from 4th to 6th June 2022 at the Kota Kinabalu Wetland Ramsar Site in conjunction with the World Environment Day on the 4th of June. It is also the first ever international conference aptly held at an actual wetland. The conference was jointly organised by the Rotary Club of Luyang and Rotary Club of Kuching with the second installment of TEC to be held in Kuching in 2024.
Full Body Split:
• Trains the entire upper body and legs per session in an alternating fashion;
• Training the entire upper body might mean longer sessions in the gym;
• Simple to programme and easy to understand;
• Can be very high frequency, anywhere from 2x-6x a week depending on how advanced you are;
• Provides enough recovery for each muscle group trained while allowing them to be trained 2x a week;
• Trains all major muscle group with a different emphasis on each day every session (Chest, Back, Shoulders, Legs, Abs);
• May cause increased joint stress and injury if overdone;
• Can be scaled between 4x to 6x a week depending on commitment levels;
• Time efficient as there are only 1-2 exercises per muscle group every session, eliminating the need for longer rest times between exercises;
For example, if you were to train chest and shoulders on Monday, it’s probably not a great idea to work the same muscle groups the day after. Instead, you could train legs on the following day, then train chest and shoulders again once they’ve recovered!
A training split is just a way to schedule your workouts to not overlap with each other and provide better bang for buck every time you enter the gym. A good training split will provide enough frequency for each muscle group (2> times a week) to stimulate growth while still providing amble time for recovery.
• Legs and upper body might not recover at the same rate.
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• Can be confusing to programme. Of course we are unable to go into a full in-depth explanation of each of these splits here, but this is everything you need to know to get started with choosing what split works best for you! In conclusion, there isn’t a one shoe fits all training split. Every split has their pros and cons depending on your life situation. As long as your workouts fit in your schedule and follows most muscle building criteria, you will continue to make gains.
Do not worry as we will be talking about the 3 most common pre-built Splits used and their pros / cons. You can then make a decision based on what you’ve learnt!
• Lower muscular fatigue per session. Feel fresher = able to push harder;
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Upper-Lower Split:
Push-Pull-Legs Split:
Having a fitness routine or a “split” as we refer to it as in the fitness realm can greatly improve the quality of your workouts. What exactly is a training split and how does it help?
• Each training day does not affect each other as they target completely different muscle groups; • Requires 6 days in the gym in order to hit sufficient frequency.
38 fitness training split by Joshua Tsen Image | Unsplash verything we do in life, whether for work or for play, can see benefits from having a routine. Being consistent with a routine has been shown time and time again to improve chances of success in any program. This goes double for working out.
• Trains Chest, Shoulders and Triceps on a Push Day, Back, Biceps and Rear Delts on Pull Day, and Quads, Glutes, Calves and Hamstrings on Leg Day;
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OPT FOR E-HAILING / CARPOOL
What’s an event without a friend to enjoy it with right? So invite your buddy and spend time together regardless of what type of event it is; it is still great to have a companion.
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We know that crowds will definitely be there, so opt for e-hailings like Grab to avoid the hassle of parking and save more time to enjoy the event more efficiently. You will be able to avoid long waiting queue in the car too. Carpooling helps to reduce the traffic too; to an extend.
GET YOUR GANG
BUY YOUR TICKETS EARLY
Events are usually held long hours, indoor or outdoors, so wearing a comfortable outfit is essential to ensure you enjoy the best of the event. A small sling to keep your important items would be just enough too; it will be crowded so keep things handy and light to reduce burden on the long hours. This goes for traveling too! So light packing is highly recommended to go along with comfort.
MAINTAIN SOCIAL DISTANCING
ow that Covid-19 is yesterday’s news, everyone are taking revenge on travelling, partying with friends and dining in out. What’s even more exciting is to see events coming back has been 2 long years without happenings and gatherings; every event organised are soul lifting in some way or another. We have major concerts happening around the globe - some are even coming to Malaysia, a neighbouring recent one would have been Borneo Rainforest Festival in Kuching! Indeed it was great to see people and enjoying great music together. Property expos as well as travel fairs; are among common events happening to catchup with the economy. We are finally going through post-covid phase and normalisation. Here are ways to make the best of events!
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WELLNESS
Entrance fee and tickets will be sold early on most cases; buy them during release to avoid price hikes from resellers. Although it is still a challenge to get tickets before it gets sold out, but it is definitely recommended to avoid the last minute rush and regret. I mean, sacrifices are to be made for a chance to meet your idol and see them perform on stage right?
Remember to also practice social distancing as much as you can with your mask on! We may be living in post covid terms; but it is still a new norm that we should take note of to keep you and everyone safe.
Always stay hydrated in every event; as we spend time moving and going around experiencing; it is important to hydrate with drinks - our good ol’ water will make sure we don’t go through an extra sugar rush from the excitement; although there is definitely no restriction to have some fun! But water will help maintain your energy that will last through the day.
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DENTAL
caring for baby teeth
• Floss your child’s teeth daily after age 2.
Cavities or stain build ups are common especially in children. However, according to Dr. Sylvia of Phi Dental, preemptive measures can be taken to lessen the damage ensuring your child’s oral health, such as:
ome babies start teething before they are 4 months old, and some after 12 months. However, most babies start teething at around 6 months. Multiple national health care organisations now recommend that the first dental visit should happen by the age of one / or when their first tooth erupts.
It is very important for the first dental visit to be painless. Some dentists would not want to do any treatment during the first visit but just spend time chatting with the child and just do a general dental check up. A dentist would work his way through increasing degrees of discomfort of required treatments so that the child would be less anxious when rapport is built.
• Start brushing your child’s teeth as soon as the first one appears. Brush the teeth, tongue, and gums twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste. Or watch as your child brushes his or her teeth.
• Make sure your child eats a well-balanced diet. Limit snacks that are sticky and high in sugars, such as chips, candy, cookies, and cakes.
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• If your child uses a bottle at bedtime, only put water in it. Juice or formula contain sugars that can lead to tooth decay.
Phi Dental is a children friendly and mother friendly dental clinic complete with breastfeeding facilities. How they perform paediatric dental assessments is that first and foremost they will try to start talking to their young patients on non-dental topics, gain their rapport and introduce the environment and instruments to them. Conversations typically start with something about the child’s daily life and not about teeth, allowing the child to be at ease. Moreover, parents are also allowed to sit on the dental chair with their child on their lap while dental assessment is performed. Only when the child is comfortable with his or her surroundings, the dentist will then ‘count their teeth’ to check on any abnormalities like caries or other dental diseases. Shall treatment be needed, dentists at Phi Dental would normally first familiarise children with Tell-Show-Do. They will S by Hanis Batrisyia Image | Unsplash tell their little patient what needs to be done, show them the instrument including dental brush and materials, then carry out the dental treatment with patient corporations. Paediatric dental assessments at Phi Dental normally start with simple procedures like brushing their teeth on the first visit, then only followed by longer procedures like fillings on the following visits.
• For children younger than 3 years old, use only a small amount of toothpaste, about the size of a grain of rice. Starting at 3 years old, your child can use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste.
• Talk with your child’s healthcare provider or dentist about using a fluoride supplement if you live in an area without fluoridated water. Also ask about dental sealants and fluoride varnish. Both are put on the teeth.
• Prevent the transfer of bacteria from your mouth to your child’s by not sharing eating utensils. Don’t clean your infant’s pacifier with your saliva.
We often hear many stories of fearful children who are scared even at the idea of visiting the dental clinic. But did you know that most dentists have been trained to handle fearful children during a dental visit?
• Schedule routine dental cleanings and exams for your child every 6 months.
As baby teeth pave the way for your child’s permanent teeth, caring for your child’s baby teeth is just as important as caring for permanent adult teeth. Hence, good oral hygiene practices should begin early to ensure a healthy set of baby teeth for your child. Through proper care and preventive measures, your child could have a lifetime of healthy, happy smiles.
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orders are lifted, crowds are back to hustling and bustling, night markets and events are back on schedule. Covid has been with us, with a blink of an eye 2 years of being homebound has been sort of the new norm. We are well aware the post-covid situation are more flexible now and people had begun social activities just like it was yesterday’s news. As many are still abiding to the mask-on rule; some however prefers the freedom to breathe openly.
Crowds are everywhere nowadays, with events and concerts back on everyone’s to-go list, it is definitely a no-brainer but to buy all the tickets! Gaming enthusiast would be happy on the upcoming Singapore game - we know we are. While Water Bomb concerts in Thailand are on upcoming events, and World Tours resumes! As exciting as it is, everyone now are more eager and will be more willing to experience life to the fullest. Spending habits are more open and no longer as conservative. With current economic conditions, it is a need to consider on finances although it might have looked like 2 years of covid condition may have build up savings. The future lies quite vague but in return for freedom and experiences, one must suffer in terms of financial stability, especially on rainy days. I mean, concert tickets aren’t your cheapest kind of entertainment. So spend wisely, I would say.
B We may be going through post-covid conditions, but everyone seems to have taken it lightly as a cold and coughing are looked upon as common sickness. Self-tests are somewhat a weekly routine, and yet there are still those who refuse to stay home should there be symptoms. Their excuse? Well, everyone is now vaccinated - doesn’t really do much damage anyway. Where are the considerations to the elders and the children? Our immune systems are getting weaker nowadays, and it should not be taken for granted. Please continue to practice social distancing and self quarantine accordingly when needed. Especially when in large crowds, spreading with just a cough would cause a wild fire. Do take note and practice balance.
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FREEDOM IN MODERATION
With more freedom and social events returning, every party should play a part in carefully curating relevant and quality gatherings. Hence, events are pressured with expectations - creativity and on relevance to the current trend is highly important to ensure success. But who am I kidding, who doesn’t love a fun night out with music and good companion. Work hard, play hard, and making sure it’s beneficial.
There are many memorable moments during the All-Star Weekend. In 1988, Larry Bird entered and won his 3rd consecutive Three-Point Contest while still in his warm-up jacket. He famously asked his competitors who amongst them would come 2nd that day. In the same year, Michael Jordan defended his Slam Dunk Contest title against Dominique Wilkins with a gravity defying dunk, jumping from the freethrow line that’s 15ft (4.6m) from the basket. However, the 2000 Slam Dunk Contest was the best of all time. It showcased the best dunker of all time, Vince Carter, who put up a legendary performance.
POP CULTURE
the last 10 years, $185 is the cheapest of the cheapest prices for a ticket to the 2017 All-Star Game in New Orleans. On the other hand, fans needed to spend a minimum of $1080 in 2020 to see the game in Chicago.
Yes, you read that right. The minimum!
Viewership of the NBA All-Star Weekend is in the millions! It’s viewed throughout the world, with the highest ever viewership being recorded was 13.103 million viewers in 2002. For those who prefer to watch it live, you might have to spend a bit of cash to even step foot in the building. In H
ave you ever wanted to watch the best athletes in their sport compete against each other in one whole exhilarating and exciting weekend?
NBA All Star Weekend
Although a yearly tradition, the NBA All-Star Weekend has seen its fair share of changes in terms of game formats and events featured. However, no matter what changes they implement, you can’t deny fans are still excited to witness greatness whenever the All-Star Weekend comes along.
Well, the NBA (National Basketball Association) has this event called the All-Star Weekend to showcase the best talents in the NBA. Why is it such a big deal though? Apart from the gathering of amazing athletes competing in the games, big celebrities such as musicians, actors, and even other sporting icons make their way courtside to witness the greatness. So it’s pretty much one of the biggest gatherings of famous people for a whole Theweekend.firstever All-Star Game was played on March 2, 1951 at the Boston Garden in Boston. Yes, before it was a whole weekend, it was just one game. Now, the event is held in the middle of the regular NBA season, usually in February. It starts on a Friday and ends on a bang on Sunday. Throughout the weekend, a host of games and contests are held. Notable games and contests are the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, Three-Point Contest, Slam Dunk Contest, and of course the All-Star Game to finish it all up.
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BEAUTY FASHION& Presenting the TOP 3 Winners!
Model for 1st runner up: Sherone Wong by 2nd winner Andy Masikul
The design of the outfit is inspired by the combination of both women’s and men’s traditional clothings. To complement the theme of the design, the look is completed with a sword, a weapon commonly used by the Murut tribe for headhunting purposes. The objective of the design is to show as much similarity as possible in creating the sense of unity, bond and respect of each other’s unique cultures regardless whether you are from Sabah or Sarawak. This uniqueness is what makes Borneo interesting in the eyes of the world. The outfit design for Queen Of Borneo represents uniqueness, wealth, unity, respect and beauty of tribal traditions in the multiracial land of Borneo.
Queen Of Borneo by 1st winner Noorjana Rikun Kumang is the Mother of Iban Goddess. Kumang is known as the most beautiful Goddess with incomparable beauty. She is not only beautiful but has high character and cleverness in all aspects. Therefore, Kumang has become a sacred icon of Iban women to this day. The legend of the existence of Kumang is sculpted in the weaving heritage of Pua kumbu and descended the original traditional dress known as NGEPAN KUMANG, a sacred cloth of the Iban community since time immemorial and is believed to be the oldest traditional dress of the “Ibanic group”. Ngepan Kumang is an Iban woman’s traditional dress inherited from Kumang herself in Kayangan.
Model for 2nd runner up: Oliva Chin Mei Fung by 3rd winner Angel Artis Queen Of Hornbill
Model for winner: Elesccia Jummy
This costume is inspired by Tungkung Dazang, a story from the old Rungus tribe. With the concept of the Queen of Tungkung Dazang, this traditional outfit is mixed with modern elements to achieve the look of high fashion and avant garde. Elements of Rungus culture were shown in the design of the clothing, makeup and hair. For the makeup look, a colourful palette was used as inspired by the colourful dragon pattern of the Rungus Sigal. Meanwhile, for the hairdo, it is inspired by the landmark of Simpang Mengayau as well as the gong that is located at Sumangkap.
Queen Of Tungkung Dazang
BEAUTY FASHION&
Because every tradition has a spiritual story, tradition and custom that should be respected and known by the public.
Spiritual Cultural Borneo AvantMakeupGarde
Using the colours of Borneo culture in Sabah but applying a little spiritual element to match with the concept of the story origin of the traditional clothing. Ritual events and beliefs are synonymous to Borneo, especially in terms of traditionculture.and
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Kedai kupi of the month DRIP
DRIP offers guests the option for quick coffee and sandwiches as part of their Grab & Go offering. It can also act as the lounge for the hotel where guests enjoy a selection of beverages throughout the day as well as a simple classic lounge menu offering snacks and light refreshments. A great venue for a quick snack, casual business gathering, afternoon tea and a transition space in between meetings or while waiting for guests, DRIP is the place you can always counton.A
METHOD 1. marinate chicken with egg, salt & black pepper; 2. dust with corn starch; 3. in a hot pan, add oil & deep fry chicken; 4. in another pan, add 2 tablespoon of oil, add butter & garlic stir until brown; 5. add chili & curry leaves stir & add water & evaporated milk until thicken; 6. add chicken stir to combine; 7. ready to serve. s the central gathering space of Hilton Kota Kinabalu and your Grab & Go option, DRIP is located at the lobby adjacent to the reception and is open for everyone to experience. Essentially, a marriage between a vibrant, independent café, social hub and pop-up street vendor, the venue evolves throughout the day. DRIP transforms from day as a lounge where guests can relax with a cup of coffee to an evening space where guests can wind down with a cool beverage and enjoy the buzz of the lobby.
CREAMY BUTTER CHICKEN CHINESE STYLEFood by Beverly Chow www.quicktakesorder.blogspot.com Image | Beverly Chow Serve for 4 persons • 300 gram chicken boneless cut into cubes • Corn starch & curry leaves • 1 egg • 1 garlic chop • 2 red chili padi • 4 tablespoon black pepper optional • 1/2 cup of evaporated milk • 1/4 cup of water • 1 tablespoon butter • 2 cups of oil for frying • Salt to taste
Jalan Rahman, Asia City, Kota Kinabalu 7am - 7pm daily +6088 356 024
Enjoy atEgyptianauthenticfd10‘NGO! 10' N GO is the first restaurant in Sabah that features an Egyptian food menu. Come and try delicious Lamb/ Chicken Shawerma, Lamb Kebab, Lamb Shank, Baklava Um Ali, Egyptian Mix Grilled, Roasted Chicken Mandi/ Bukhari, Rice, Hawawshi, Falafel and many many, more! Private Arab Style VIP Room available. Available for dine-in or takeaway/delivery. @10ngo1 10 'N GO www.10ngo.com+60 11-1241 9005 Lot A-G-2, Ground Floor, Block A, 88 Marketplace, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah10am-10pm 088-205 740
Straying from the conventional tom yam noodles, their Linguini Creamy Seafood Tom Yam is truly a flavour bomb! A creative fusion that combines the flavours of Thai with delicious pasta.
Meranti Cafe: New Makan Experience at SICC
Meranti Cafe’s Soft Shell Crab Salted Egg Spaghetti is a versatile dish. A pasta dish cooked in garlic, olive oil, peperoncino, curry leaves, red chillies and topped with a delicious crispy soft shell crab. It has a rich buttery salty blend with a hint of spice. I highly recommend this dish! S 52
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What’s new about Meranti Cafe is that they have a whole new upgraded fully-equipped and functional kitchen, new menu, a new tea corner and also a new patisserie section where fresh delicious gourmet pastries are available everyday.
For a more vegetarian friendly option, try their stewed Eggplant Thai Green Curry with a plate of steamed white rice on the side! The eggplants were cooked tender and silky to perfection. Meanwhile, the green curry tastes rich, succulent, creamy, sweet, and salty at the same time. Delicious! Next on the menu is Oxtail. Their Oxtail Broth Mamak Style, or more commonly known as “Sup Tulang” by the locals, is just exquisite! The broth was rich in flavours, and the meat has abah International Convention Centre (SICC) recently upgraded their Level 3 dining area. Initially called SICC Cafe in 2021, their latest dining space is now called Meranti Cafe, inspired by the endangered 100.8 metre high yellow Meranti Tree (Shorea Faquetiana) found in Danum Valley Conservation Area. Moreover, the name is perfectly fitting as Meranti Cafe is situated right at SICC’s Rainforest Wing to commemorate SICC’s conservation efforts.
If you’ve been to SICC’s Ramadan dinner buffet this year, you’d most definitely remember their flavourful Nasi Ulam Ayam Percik, which is available daily at Meranti Cafe! Served with spice-infused percik-style chicken thigh, mackerel flakes, mango salad, chilli soya sauce, salted egg and prawn crackers on the side, definitely a must-try when you visit Meranti Cafe!
Meranti Cafe offers an elevated dining experience while highlighting the concept of “A Taste of Asian’’ with its array of local and western favourites. We visited Meranti Cafe and tasted some of their best sellers, such as the Nasi Ulam Ayam Percik, Soft Shell Crab Salted Egg Spaghetti, Chermoula Salmon, Linguini Creamy Seafood Tom Yam, Eggplant Thai Green Curry, Oxtail Broth Mamak Style, and Oxtail Assam Pedas Tom Yam.
Since we’re still on the topic of seafood, try Meranti Cafe’s Chermoula Salmon. This dish features a serving of pan-seared Salmon served with homemade Chermoula puree which is a Moroccan cilantro and parsley based pesto, along with Scottish Champ and buttered vegetables. It’s no wonder this dish is a crowd favourite. The freshness and tangy flavours complement the salmon so well. Absolute chef’s kiss!
Nasi Ulam Ayam Percik
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Soft Shell Crab Salted Egg Spaghetti Linguini Creamy Seafood Tom Yam a boney robust beef flavour along with a gelatinous texture. Whereas for their Oxtail Assam Pedas Tom Yam, it is stewed in chilli paste and Thai herbs. After our lunch, we headed to Meranti Cafe’s new tea & patisserie corner and sampled their best-selling pastries. Among the pastries we tried at Meranti Cafe’s patisserie were their Strawberry tart, Mini Basque Cheese Cake, Strawberry Pistachio Cake and Vanilla Crème Brûlée. Their strawberry tart was sweet and the golden crispy crust of the tart was not too hard and not too soft, just nice. Served with mango purée and some strawberries on the side, making it the perfect dessert to have at any time of the day. Meanwhile, their mini basque cheese cake was soft and creamy, airy with a soufflé-like cream cheese-based batter, and topped with fresh sweet strawberry and blueberry jam on the side. Next up is their Strawberry Pistachio Cake. I recognised this scrumptious dessert instantly from SICC’s previous ramadan buffet dinner. And to no surprise, the cake tasted just as good as it looks! The gelatinous layer of strawberries complements the moist pistachio layer splendidly. Definitely one of my alltime favourites from SICC. Last but not least is their Vanilla Crème Brûlée. Meranti Cafe’s Vanilla Crème Brûlée tastes of rich cream with the right balance of aromatic vanilla taste, and the caramelised sugar on the top layer adds a nuttiness yet sweet texture to it. It’s sweet but not too overpowering. Honestly, I could eat this all day because it’s that good!
Overall, Meranti Cafe is definitely an upgrade from the previous SICC Cafe, from the quality of food, to the service, and the ambience of the restaurant. If you’re looking for a nice restaurant with versatile dishes, Meranti Cafe is perfect for you! Personally, I would definitely want to come again and try more dishes from their menu.by Hanis Batrisyia Image | Vance Tan Level 3, Meranti Cafe, Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday | 8.00 AM to 6.00 PM Friday to Saturday | 8.00 AM to 10.00 PM
Oxtail Assam Pedas Tom Yam Oxtail Broth Mamak Style
Strawberry Pistachio Cake Strawberry Tart
Chermoula Salmon Eggplant Thai Green Curry Mini Basque Cheese Cake Vanilla Crème Brûlée
nightlife Image | Radzie Rahman LAUNCHING OF NIKMAT BY QUEENNERA Scenes during the launching of Queennera’s new single “Nikmat” at Crooners Bar on 25 June 2022. More on Queennera at web.facebook.com/Queenneramusic
