It’s an exciting season for sports fans and particularly, basketball fans, as promoter, NBL Asia announced the Seri Mutiara Champions Cup 2017. One of Asia’s elite basketball club tournaments will feature eight (8) teams from seven (7) countries, vying for the coveted Cup.The tournament’s third instalment is set to entertain fans from 12-17 Septemberat the newly refurbished MABA Stadium in Kuala Lumpur. The competition gets stiff this year, as reigning champions, Guangzhou Securities (China) and runner’s up, Malaysia’s very own NS Matrix, will be joined by Tochigi Brex (Japan) and Kano Pillars (Nigeria), both champions in their respective leagues. The other international teams competing are LG Sakers (Korea), Beijing Fly Dragons (China), KK Split (Croatia), and Fubon Braves (Chinese Taipei). “Seri Mutiara Champions Cup was created to fuel basketball communities in the region, and we’re growing in scope and significance. There’s much to cheer for Malaysia as our local team, came in 2nd place last year. The reigning champions, Guangzhou Securities are defending their title, and two more league champions will be fighting for the ultimate title. By showcasing the very best action to fans of the great game as well as provide a platform for the best teams in Asia to compete, we hope we’re able to push Malaysian basketball to the next level,” said Tan Kee Hian, Chief Executive Officer of NBL Asia.  Among the host of top basketball luminaries making the trip to compete in Seri Mutiara Champions Cup 2017, point guard Yuta Tabuse from Tochigi Brex is one to look out for. He is the first Japanese player to ever play in the NBA, and is widely considered as the Michael Jordan of Japanese basketball. Other notable players include Yuta’s teammate, Takatoshi Furukawa, who was this year’s MVP in Japan’s Basketball League; Kim Jong-Kyu of LG Sakers (Korea), who is a starting centre for the Korean National Basketball Team; and Abubakar Usman of Kano Pillars (Nigeria), one of the best basketball players in Africa.The excitement continues beyond the main games at the court, as NBL Asia are also hosting a variety of activities for fans who make the trip down to MABA Stadium. Fans stand a chance to win RM5,000 worth of cash and prizes in its Guess the # of Balls Competition. The Sure Shot Competition puts fans on the court to attempt a 3-pointer and half-court shot for a chance to win a trip for two to Beijing. There’s fun and games for the whole family too, as the Games Carnival at the Mezzanine of MABA Stadium will host a variety of carnival games to entertain in between games. The most creative dunks will be showcased at the Slam Dunk Challenge, where the top players in the competition will compete for added bonuses. More than that, the players will also compete for the title of Seri Mutiara Champions Cup’s Straight Shooter in the Li Ning3-Point Shootout.Set against the backdrop of Seri Mutiara Champions Cup 2017, NBL Asia is also hosting a Star Coach Camp led by highly-regarded basketball executive, Tony Ronzone. Coaches will be flying in from across the ASEAN region to receive instruction from Ronzone, who is renowned in the NBA for his flair in scouting international players.  “Seri Mutiara Champions Cup and the Star Coach Camp is designed to further Malaysians through sports, and the vehicle is basketball. Our mission at Seri Mutiara is to inspire Malaysians to lead active and positive lifestyles, and I’m excited that the wealth of sporting activities in the country these past few months goes a long way to help us reach that goal. I wish all the participating teams good luck,” said Datuk Yee Tuck Sing, Group Chief Executive Officer at Seri Mutiara Development.To find out more about Seri Mutiara Champions Cup 2017, visit fb.com/nblasia 

The largest sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), recently held a blockbuster kick-off press conference for ONE: KINGS & CONQUERORS at the Sicily Room at The Venetian Macao in Macao, China.In attendance was Chairman and CEO of ONE Championship, Chatri Sityodtong as well as reigning and defending ONE Bantamweight World Champion Bibiano “The Flash” Fernandes of Brazil, and his opponent, world title challenger Andrew Leone of the United States.In addition, co-main event combatants Kairat Akhmetov and Adriano Moraes also graced the podium, as well as women’s atomweight prospects Rika “Tinydoll” Ishige and Jomary Torres.Womens atomweight competitors Rika Ishage (L) and Jomary Torres (R)“It is my honor and my pleasure to see some of the greatest martial artists on the planet compete in ONE Championship. The thing that makes ONE Championship different from any other organization in the world, is that we want to build and unleash martial arts superheroes to ignite the world with inspiration, hope, dreams, strength and courage. Our heroes are role models not only in the cage, but also outside of the cage.” - Chatri Sityodtong, Chairman and CEO of ONE ChampionshipONE Championship is set to electrify the Cotai Arena at The Venetian Macao on Saturday, 5 August, with another blockbuster evening of authentic martial arts action. In the main event of ONE: KINGS & CONQUERORS, the longest-reigning champion in ONE Championship history, ONE Bantamweight World Champion Bibiano Fernandes will take on top contender Andrew Leone. In addition, the co-main event will crown the undisputed king of the division when ONE Flyweight World Champion Kairat Akhmetov takes on ONE Interim Flyweight World Champion Adriano Moraes.“I’m excited for the fight. I’m going to bring my best to this fight. I’m going to bring my best jiu-jitsu. I’m a disciplined fighter, I work hard and I do my best in training. My opponent says he can defeat me, well let’s see.” - Bibiano Fernandes, ONE Bantamweight World Champion“I just want to thank ONE Championship. It’s amazing what the organization is doing in Asia. They’re really building heroes. Bibiano [Fernandes] has been a champion for a long time. I respect him. It’s going to be a tough night but I’m looking forward to it. I’m going out on Saturday to try to win a world championship.” - Andrew Leone, ONE world title challenger“I want to thank everyone who helped me prepare for this fight -- all my teammates, my gym. I’ve been away for a long time. Now that I’m back, I have become a better fighter. I’m ready to showcase my new skills. I believe it’s going to be a good and exciting fight with Adriano [Moraes].” - Kairat Akhmetov, ONE Flyweight World Champion“I’m so glad to be here. This is my second time to be in Macao. The last time I was here in Macao, it was a wonderful night for me when I brought this belt back to Brazil. I don’t know if you have seen my last fight with [Kairat] Akhmetov, but I think I won that fight. This time I will show the world that I am the true champion. ” - Adriano Moraes, ONE Interim Flyweight World ChampionFor more updates on ONE Championship, please visit www.onefc.com, follow them on Twitter and Instagram @ONEChampionship, and like them on Facebook at fb.com/ONEChampionship.

History Con Regional Branded Experience Launches for the first time in Malaysia.Stellar line up of international HISTORY & LIFETIME celebrities ignite the star-studded extravaganza showcasing an array of astonishing exhibits and exclusive experiences.History Con 2017, the mega entertaiment convention, launches for the first time in Malaysia with an impressive showcase at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) in Selangor from 4th to 6th August. Astounding exhibits and experiences range from historic and classic displays to experiences showcasing traditional as well as contemporary and popular cultures including exclusive workshops by Malaysia's favourite stars. An exclusive LIFETIME Original Movies, a unique light graffiti photo booth and more.Presentation of Token of Appreciation to YB Dato' P. Kamalanathan a/l P. PanchanathanPopular HISTORY celebrities "Horny" Mike Henry (Counting Cars), Jaime Dempsey (Ride N Seek), Justin Mott (Photo Face-off), and iconic Malaysian comedian Harith Iskander (Celebrity Car Wars) ignite the star-studded extravaganza including headline LIFETIME celebrity, Matt Preston (MasterChef Australia judge) and local favourite, Jasbir Kaur (MasterChef Asia finalist) joiningthe stellar line up. Other special guests include Malaysia's very own award-wining musical and internet sensations, Aizat Amdan and Elizabeth Tan will also make special apperances during the mega entertainment convention.Everyone's favourite MasterChef Australia judge, Matt Preston will be putting on his chef's hat to conduct cooking demonstrations of his signature dishes and share inspirations on what it takes to become a great home chef. In addition, Malaysia's beloved MasterChef Asia finalist, Jasbir Kaur will unveil her tips and tricks on making the perfect roti and more hands-on cooking tutorials. Check out the food trucks and savour the variety of international and local delectable flavours by some of Malaysia's culinary entrepreneurs.Jasbir Kaur (MasterChef Asia finalist) & Matt Preston (MasterChef Australia judge)Other special highlights include the impressive automotive display of cars and motobikes. See your favourite international celebrities in action at the legendary motorcade rally with Jaime Dempsey and hand-on 'live' car airbrushing showcase by "Horny" Mike Henry. Check out Malaysian rally car legend, Karamjit Singh in the adrenalin rush rally car stunt show who will also invite an audience member on the challenge to ride as his passenger in the breakthrough performance."Horny" Mike Henry (Counting Cars)Explore the 'lenscape' of photography with award-wining resident professional photographer, Justin Mott. He will be conducting a few exclusive photography masterclass sessions where participants will learn photography tips, including a hand-on photo walk to apply their learning in an out-of-classroom experience. Participants are encouraged to bring along their DSLR cameras for the session.Justin Mott (Photo Face-off)Edward Sabin, Executive Managing Director, International A+E NetworksYB Dato' P. Kamalanathan a/l P. Panchanathan, Deputy Minister of EducationAizat Amdan, Malaysian CelebrityFor more info visit historyasia.com/historycon for ticketing details and more information.

M&M’s® is calling all fans to show off their love for M&M’s® and their favourite screen time activity, with the first ever M&M’s® Screen Bite Awards 2017. The regional competition is being launched simultaneously in three countries - Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand - and will see M&M’s® fans vying for a chance to win a trip for two to Universal Studios in Osaka, Japan.From 1 - 22 August, M&M’s® fans and Malaysian consumers will be asked to share their fun "screen" moments by submitting either a photo or a short 20-second video based on three categories - #BestWOW (action), #BestLOL (comedy), or #BestXOXO (romance) - featuring their favourite M&M’s®. Six nominees from each country will be shortlisted to move on to the voting phase, where they will need to achieve the highest votes to become the Grand Prize winner. "M&M’s® recognizes the role screen time activities play in the lives of Malaysians; whether its watching a movie in the cinema, TV at home or vides on YouTube, posting on social media or playing mobile and console games. So, we decided to organize the M&M’s® Screen Bite Awards to help our fans share their special screen time moments with friends and family. We believe this campaign is a great platform for us to not only connect with fans of M&M’s®, but also bring them together in the spirit of fun and entertainment with their perfect screen time companion, M&M’s®, " commented Yee Pek Kuan, Category Director of MARS Chocolate SEA.In conjunction with the launch of the M&M’s® Screen Bite Awards, friends of M&M’s® Malaysia were treated to an exclusive screening of Baby Driver, one of the most anticipated movies to hit the silver screen this summer, at MBO Cinemas in Starling Mall. As the perfect screen-time companion, the cinematic experience was further enhanced with a special assortment of M&M’s® goodies to enjoy during the show. Friends of M&M’s® who were present included YouTube sensation Lugmannulhakim Kamaruddin (Luqman Podolski) and actor, Shaheizy Sam of 'Polis Evo' fame.The M&M’s® Screen Bite Awards Contest Mechanics1) From 1 - 22 August 2017, log on to www.screenbiteawards.com 2) Register and choose a category to upload your photo or 20-second video:#BestWOW: Show us your most action-packed, adrenaline-fuelled moment with your favourite M&M’s®#BestLOL: Show us your funniest, most hilarious way of enjoying your favourite M&M’s®#BestXOXO: Love is in the air! Show us your most romantic or cutest way of sharing your M&M’s® with someone you love3) Upload your best screen time moments and stand a chance to be in the running for the Grand PrizeTwo finalists for each category will be selected to represent their country for the voting phase from 7 - 21 Sept 2017, during which consumers will get to vote for their favourite screen time moments. The Grand Prize winner will be announced on 29 Sept 2017.For more info about the M&M’s® Screen Bite Awards, visit www.screenbiteawards.com or fb.com/mmsMalaysia 

Heineken Malaysia Berhad revealed the winners of Guinness Perfect Pour contest, at a prize-giving session in The Tavern, Sungei Way brewery. The winners representing four regions in Malaysia - Central, North, South and East Malaysia - faced stiff competition from more than 1,000 entries across the country in search of the perfectly-poured pint of Guinness.11 participants were shortlisted from more than 1,000 entries, and converged at the Sungei Way Brewery to discover who among them poured the best pint in their regions. The prize for this competition was an all-expenses-paid trip to the home of Guinness - Dublin, Ireland.How to pour the perfect pint of Guinness:1. Take a cool, dry, Guinness-branded pint glass2. Hold the glass firmly at 45° degress under the tap3. Pull the handle fully forward towards you. Slowly straighten the glass as it fills. Stop when the glass is ¾ full.4. Leave the surge to settle, allowing the creamy head to form. The head should be between 10 and 15mm high.5. Top up the glass by pushing the tap handle away from you. Stop when the head us proud of the rim.6. Enjoy your perfect pint of Guinness!"Our commitment to excellent quality brews at Heineken Malaysia doesn't stop when our beer leaves the brewery," said Andrew Woon, Sales Director at Heineken Malaysia Berhad."We want to make sure that every drinker gets the perfect pint in their hand, every time. That's why initiatives like the Guinness Perfect Pour training programme, along with others under the Heineken Star Academy, are so important. The perfect serve takes in many aspects - the flavour, the aroma, the presentation - and showcases the beer as the work of art it is.The quality we have seen in the Guinness Perfect Pour contest has been very impressive, and choosing the very best from across the country has not been an easy task. The winners, along with the rest of the participants, have shown that our drinkers can expect their favourite brews to be served at a world-class standard across the country."For more information, please visit www.heinekenmalaysia.com 

Slide The City is returning to Kuala Lumpur and it is gonna be here for a month long! Get you hats, sunscreen lotions and swimsuits ready for the massive three-lane slides under the sun! With a wide selection of food trucks as well as activities for all ages, we assure you that it's gonna be good fun!Date: 30th Sept - 29th Oct 2017Day & Time: Fri (5pm - 12am) / Sat (9am-12am) / Sun (9am - 12am)Venue: Setia City Convention Centre, Shah AlamTickets are on sale for RM29 for unlimited slides or if you want to feel like a VIP, get your tickets at RM86.Slide the City is a worldwide phenomenon and has invaded major cities including United States, Canada, Columbia, United Kingdom, Korea, Japan, Brunei, Hong Kong, Macau, China, Taiwan and many more.For more details and updates, visit www.slidethecity.asia or www.facebook.com/slidethecitymalaysia

#GoodVibesFest returns to The Ranch at Gohtong Jaya, Genting Highlands on 12 & 13 August 2017 with an amazing lineup!Phoenix ("1901", "Lisztomania"), French foursome that honed its crossover power-pop to a fine point;G-Eazy ("Me, Myself & I", "Tumblr Girls"), the American producer-rapper with radio-friendly bangers;Kodaline ("All I Want", "High Hopes"), Irish chart-toppers;The Kooks ("Naive", "She Moves In Her Own Way"), Britpop giants;Dua Lipa ("Blow Your Mind (Mwah)", "Scared To Be Lonely"), English dark-synthpop singer-songwriter in possession of a sultry voice and stage presence;Shura ("Indecision", "Touch"), Londoner lo-fi pop star who dazzles with gauzy, somnolent slow-burn growers.LA-based three-piece LANY ("ILYSB", "pink skies") will soundtrack your perpetual summer at #GoodVibesFest with their sun-kissed alt-pop tunes, trademarked by dreamy instrumentals and distinct vocals. American rapper, singer-songwriter and record producer on the rise gnash ("Lights Down Low"), responsible for the runaway hit "i hate u, i love u" is also joining the festival's lineup.GRYFFIN ("Heading Home", "Whole Heart"), American multi-instrumentalist maestro brings his glittering, spirited house music productions to us.Lido ("Murder", "Tokyo Narita"), Norwegian-based producer and singer-songwriter will warm the crowd with a cacophony that wholeheartedly embraces samples, sharp electornic stabs and shifting textures.Snakehips ("All My Friends", "Don't Leave"), British electronic duo who collaborated with ZAYN, Chance The Rapper, Tinashe and more.Zhu ("Faded", "Hometown Girl"), the mysterious electronic music producer who enjoyed a meteoric rise for his slick summer sounds, rounds up the list of international artistes.As for the local lineup, alextbh ("stoop so low", "Wayfaring Stranger"), poster boy for electronic producers in the age of the Internet; breakout rapper-producer Airliftz ("Gwalos", "YAGK"); Talitha Tan ("Okay"), singer-songwriter and Youtuber.The dream pairing of Dae Kim, KL-based Korean electronic bedroom producer, and Jin Hackman of Raising The Bar fame;Jangly-rock duo Jaggfuzzbeats ("Damncoldurban", "Hours");Art-punk outfit Killeur Calculateur ("Golden Triangle", "Tayang Sulit")Soul songstress Najwa ("Before", "Seri Mersing")Funk soul band RYÖT JONES ("Disappear", "On My Knees")In addition to the local lineup acts, you can party with DJ Arabyrd; indie and nu-disco veteran Bunga; premier DJ, producer and Zouk Club KL mainstay Goldfish; deep house deejay Hulkas; disco, nu-disco and house act IRAMA; scene veterans Lapsap; HOAX Vision founder Naufal (also of the eponymous duo Naufal & I-Sky); music junkie Nazkimo; purveyors of good vibes and selectors of diverse styles Public School; drum and bass DJ-producer powerhouse Tubby.Jhin, beatmaker and peddler of bangers;NYK, Subang's own R&B singer-songwriter.Check out the set times below:-For more information, visit www.goodvibesfestival.comFollow #GoodVibesFest on: TWITTER: @GoodVibesFestFACEBOOK: fb.com/GoodVibesFestINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/GoodVibesFest#GoodVibesFest #GVF2017

There will be fireworks when Keanu Subba (5-2) meets Christian Lee (6-1) at the center of ONE Championship cage at ONE: QUEST FOR GREATNESS on 18 August 2017 at Stadium Negara in KL.“I’ve never been more prepared both mentally and physically to take out Christian Lee,” said Subba. “I will shut down the doubters on August 18. It’s going to be an exciting fight, one that I have definitely been looking forward to for a long time now.”“It’s going to be an action-packed fight. I’m ready to throw leather,” said Subba. “I’m comfortable wherever the fight goes.”“This fight is going to be a treat for the fans,” said Subba. “We’re both young fighters on the rise, and are probably just a few wins away from a title shot. Whatever happened previously in our careers don’t matter much though, because what’s important is what happens next. I believe I’m ahead of the game because of how much I have improved as a fighter.”With the fight promising to be an action-packed affair, fans are definitely riled up to see this colossal matchup. By the time the final bell sounds off on this matchup, everyone will be a winner -- most especially the fans.Both Subba and Lee have great enough potential that a loss for either of them would reap the same benefits as a win. The two young fighters, beyond pushing each other to their limits, represent the future of Asian MMA. For more details, visit www.onefc.com 

Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon launched The Sounds of Travelling Well - a song and music video created by recording the sounds of travel. The Sounds of Travelling Well ContestThere will be a weekly contest running across 4 weeks for participants to win a pair of flight tickets to a destination within Asia. To participate, visit soundsoftravellingwell.cathaypacific.com and submit your most memorable sounds of travel or sound experience you wish to discover on your next trip. Don't forget to share your submission on your Facebook page to stand a chance to win!Weekly contest runs from 25 July - 21 August 2017.

Art of Speed, Malaysia’s very own homegrown Old-Skool & Kustom Kulture event is back with its annual treat for motor heads, showcasing the local kustom scene comprising of customised cars and bikes, art galleries, interactive activities, as well as a stunt show.Art of Speed 2017 (AOS 2017) was held at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS), on 29 – 30 July 2017 from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. The show recorded over 40,000 visitors for both days."Chopperdave" Freston from USA,Shige Suganuma from MOONEYES Japan, Coffee Talk.Cars and bikes enthusiasts had the chance to meet international guests including Cole Foster from Salinas Boys Custom Cars & Bikes USA, Jeff Holt from Hot Bike Magazine USA, David “Chopperdave” Freston from USA, Shige Suganuma & Wildman from MOONEYES Japan, Dino Dalle Carbonare from Speedhunters.com Japan, Kaichiroh Kurosu from Cherry’s Company Japan, Yuichi Yoshizawa from Custom Works Zon from Japan, Makonabe from Chopper Journal Magazine Japan, Tetsu from Hopping Shower Japan, Sugihara Ken from Fusty Works from Japan, Toshiyuki Osawa from 4th Dimension from Japan, Shigeo from 420 Kustom from Japan, Chicarockabilly Shima & Theresa Tay from Cherry Bomb Singapore, Irvine Jasta & Fahmi Freeflow from Indonesia,  The Nash from Burnout Magazine Japan, and the art collective pinstripe group from Japan; Makoto, Mr. G, Jetwrench and Cynar.The event also rewarded the best talents in the show via the AOS Invitational Bike Build Off 2017, powered by Petronas, which saw 10 builders from Malaysia and Singapore vying for RM10,000 cash prize (jury selection) & RM5,000.00 cash prize (public choice).The overall jury pick winner was an astonishing well customised Honda CX500 built by Muhammad Khalid Musa from Rusty Factory. The 30 years old Ipoh lad also walked away with the Public Choice award with the most cast votes beating out the other 9 builders.Invitational aside, visitors also witnessed a special collaboration between Boon Siew Honda, an iconic brand in Malaysia, and Art of Speed. The Boon Siew X Art of Speed section were among the main highlights of the event, featuring four lifestyle icons such as the Legend Racing Garage, BWB, District Shop Gallery and Ah Ho Motors to showcase their creations.The HOUSE OF VANS Skateboard & BMX Competition and art workshop was an exciting section to visit with plenty of activities for children, teenagers and the young at heart.Hot Wheels’ lead designer Jun Imai from USA also graced AOS 2017 with his presence.Popular Band HUJAN The Crowd at the HUJAN Concert.While visitors were busy feasting their eyes on the machines,  Oh Chentaku performed the opening act on Saturday, while popular band Hujan closed the event on Sunday with a bang! The presence of local celebrities such as Nora Danish and Alif Satar also added to the merriment of the event.Asep (Founder of AOS Malaysia) with Mohd Fadly Mohd Zerain on his Yamaha RX-Z twin Engine.Last but not least, there were daily lucky draws, where a CMC XY400 was given away on Saturday to Abdul Halim Mat, and a fully custom Yamaha RX-Z twin engine by FNG Works & Beautiful Machines was given on Sunday to a lucky chap from Perlis, Mohd Fadly Mohd Zerain.Keeping up with its traditions, the organisers once again brought in ‘souped up’ Japanese vehicles for an exhibition like no other. This year, visitors were treated with:HIDEYA TOGASHI from HIDE MOTORCYCLES feat. 1975 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FL MODEL (JAPAN)GEN LOVE ART feat. 1981 IRONHEAD SPORTSTER (JAPAN)DAISUKE SAKON from KUSTOMSTYLE feat. 1949 customised FORD “SHOEBOXAccording to, Asep Ahmad Iskandar, Founder of Art of Speed Malaysia, “This year’s edition is definitely our best installation yet, with the variety and complexity not only of the vehicles, but we have also expanded the activities throughout the weekend to suit all age groups.” Asep Ahmad Iskandar, (Centre with red cap, Founder of Art of Speed Malaysia) with his CREW.“This includes a Show and Shine competition in an air-conditioned 150,000 square feet hall with customs and classics in Hall A, while NEAT Fest occupying Hall C curated by NoEqual, an art gallery called Moto Circus with local and international artists, Kustom and Coffee Talk, as well as children and family friendly activities such as Star Wars costumed charity photo opportunities, a Soapbox Show & Go!, marketplace and a youth arena featuring an indoor skate park hosted by House of VANS.”SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS of Art of Speed 2017 included:Art of Speed Invitational Bike Build-Off 2017Cole Foster & friends SHAPING & FABRICATION WORKSHOPDrift TaxiMotorcycle test ridesRoda Rumble 2017 - Two Wheels Gathering & Outdoor FestivalFood Park featuring Food Trucks & Vintage MarketBesides the above, there was also a wide range of enjoyable activities such as:Indoor International Show & Shine community show & competitionCar & Motorcycle Mega Club GatheringInternational Art Gallery (MotoCircus)Pin-Up ladiesIndoor & Outdoor MarketplaceSoapBox & GO!Indoor SkateparkViewing Deck & GamesDie Cast CompetitionPin-Up ladiesCar & Motorcycle Mega Club GatheringArt of Speed 2017 also organized its third Mega Club Gathering and Roda Rumble gathering by the Retro Mania boys that injected new excitement to all classic, retro and olskool vehicle owners.The winner of Best of Show motorcycle and automobile categories won package trips to the MOONEYES Yokohama Hotrod and Custom Show this coming December as the Guest of Honour.List of AOS2017 winners:BEST OF MEGA CAR/BIKE CLUB GATHERINGKELFOLKSBEST OF MARKETPLACETRIUMPH MALAYSIABEST OF MOTORCYCLE DISPLAYMohd Faiz Rushdi from Rachun MCBEST OF CAR DISPLAYAbdul Wahab Bahari AOS Invitational Bike Build OffJury AwardRusty Factory – Muhammad Khalid Musa – HONDA CX500 (Malaysia)Public AwardRusty Factory – Muhammad Khalid Musa – HONDA CX500 (Malaysia) Best Of Show AutomobileNajib Kamaruddin – 1982 Merc 190E EVO2 DTM Replica (Malaysia)Best Of Show Motorcycle            Nodie Cycles – 1972 Shovelhead Harley-Davidson (Malaysia) International Invited Guest PickCole Foster – Salinas Boys Custom Cars & Bikes PickRWB Yamato Nadeshiko (America)Jeff Holt – Hot Bike Magazine PickDestreet Customs Harley (Singapore)David “Chopperdave” Freston PickBeautiful Machines – Dirty Fellow Ducati Scrambler (Malaysia)Kaichiroh Kurosu – Cherry’s Company PickBeautiful Machines – Kuro Suzuki GS550 (Malaysia)Yuichi Yoshizawa – Custom Works Zon PickBeautiful Machines – Mentadak Yamaha SR400 Supercharged (Malaysia)Makonabe – Chopper Journal Magazine PickOneway Machine – Destreet Customs Harley (Singapore)Hideya Togashi – Hide Motorcycles PickKenstomoto (Malaysia)Gen Love Art PickBeautiful Machines – Little Monster (Malaysia)Daisuke Sakon – Kustomstyle PickElden – VW Air Rde Beetle (Malaysia)The Nash - Kustom Kulture Produktion PickAllan Netto – Volvo (Malaysia)Cheetah CC PickAh Ho Motor – Honda MSX (Malaysia)Fusty Works PickSirajuddin – Lowrider (Malaysia)Andrew Jones - Pipeburn PickRusty Factory – Honda CX500 (Malaysia)Dino Dalle Carbonare – Speedhunters.com PickNajib Kamaruddin – Merc 190E EVO2 DTM Replica (Malaysia)Shige Suganuma – MOONEYES PickBeard Brothers Cycle Co. – Shovelhead (Singapore) AOS2017 Show & Shine winnersLowrider CategoryBest of 12”, 16” & 20” Wheel LowriderRohaizad Zakaria (Malaysia)Best of 24”, 26” & Open Wheels Lowrider & LimousineMohd Royzilee Mustaffa (Malaysia) OPTIONAL CATEGORY BEST PAINTRohaizad Zakaria (Malaysia)BEST FABRICATIONRohaizad Zakaria (Malaysia) Automobile CategoryBEST OF 60’sVijay (Malaysia)BEST OF 70’S (HIGHLIGHT)Rajinder RM Restorations (Malaysia)BEST OF 80’SMohd Hafiz Ibrahim (Malaysia)BEST OF JDM PRE-1992Mazlan Chong (Malaysia)BEST OF POST-1992 JDMAdam (Malaysia)BEST OF CUSTOM RETRO PICK-UPBackwheels Bitches (Malaysia)BEST OF RADIKAL (CLASSIC & MODERN)Muhammad Izaaz Haziq Md Zaidi (Malaysia)BEST OF CUSTOM VW AIR-COOLEDMax Ranjit Singh (Malaysia)BEST OF RACE/DRAG CARChoo Kok Sing (Malaysia)BEST OF CUSTOM & RESTORED VW VANMuhammad Triumph (Malaysia)BEST OF RAT LOOKMujahid Che Hamid (Malaysia)BEST OF CUSTOM CONTINENTALNajib Kamaruddin (Malaysia)BEST OF KCARAzaman Hamat (Malaysia)BEST OF STANCEBoey Wai Sun (Malaysia) OPTIONAL CATEGORYBEST PAINTFairul Irwan (Malaysia)BEST INTERIORRajinder RM Restorations (Malaysia)BEST ENGINE BAYAlex Liew (Malaysia)Motorcycle CategoryBEST OF OPEN CLASSD-Street Customs (Singapore)BEST OF CHOPPERBeard Brothers Cycle Co. (Singapore)BEST OF BOBBERNodie Azmil Abd Wahab – Nodie Cycle (Malaysia)BEST OF CAFÉ RACERBeautiful Machine (Malaysia)BEST OF MODIFIED HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC. SPORTSTER, SOFTAIL & PRO STREETIndracitra Ibrahim (Malaysia)BEST OF CUSTOM BAGGERKicap – KKMG (Malaysia)BEST OF JAP STYLE & TRACKER (HIGHLIGHT)Muhd Izwan Jelani – D.I Motorsports (Malaysia)BEST OF RESTORED CLASSIC SCOOTERMuhd Razlan Isman (Malaysia)BEST OF STREETCUBAmirul Hakimi Ahmad (Malaysia)BEST OF RADICAL RUCKUSMuhd Amirul – Royal Auto Grooming (Malaysia)BEST OF RESTORED RETRO JAPANESESundares A/L Nadarajan (Malaysia)BEST OF RESTORED CLASSIC CONTINENTAL & AMERICANMeer Al-Rashid – Rachun MC (Malaysia)BEST OF CUSTOM STREET BIKEKenny Yeon Oon Siak – Kenstomoto (Malaysia) OPTIONAL CATEGORYBEST PAINTRizal VSMG (Malaysia)BEST ENGINEERINGBeautiful Machine (Malaysia)BEST FABRICATIONKenstomoto (Malaysia) For more information about this event, please visit www.artofspeedmy.com or www.facebook.com/ArtOfSpeedMY/

Shark Savers Malaysia (SSMY) is organizing a press conference in conjunction of new launch project - Be A Shark Hero (BASH) project. The BASH project is a sequel of My Fin My Life (MFML) campaign in 2016, the objective of the project is to continue engaging Malaysian not just ending the consumption of shark related products but also to empower them in taking action.The purpose of the press conference is to introduce new initiatives and partners on board to continue its advocacy on shark conservation through education and empowerment action plan. The partners involve will include Linkodes, Zoobabies, Berjaya Hotel & Resorts, Acexelent Sdn Bhd, Pocotee & Friends and IM4U.

KELANA JAYA, 22 July 2017- In celebration of Paradigm Mall's 5th Anniversary, the mall organised a joint campaign with AirAsia BIG Loyalty titled The BIG Giveaway which featured fun and fantastic activities and giveaway worth RM135,000 over the last few months.Tay Lit Tatt won the Grand Prize - a brand new Nissan X-Trail worth over RM135,000. He was not only surprised but ecstatic as his name was drawn from over 11,000 entries. Commenting on the win at a special prize presentation held at Paradigm Mall earlier today Tay Lit Tatt said, "I cant believe it. I never thought that just shopping at a mall would give me the opportunity to win a new ride. Thank you so much Paradigm Mall and AirAsia BIG Loyalty for this wonderful prize.During the campaign period from 29 April - 7 July 2017, all shoppers had to do was spend a minimum of RM100 at Paradigm Mall, fill up an entry form and drop their entries into the lucky draw box located at the Concierge Counter at Paradigm Mall. In addition, there were also 10 consolation prizes of 10,000 AirAsia Big points each that were given away during the prize presentation to 10 lucky shoppers who now have the chance to go on that dream holiday with their love ones.Tan Boon Leong, Center Manager of Paradigm Mall Petaling Jaya said "It has been a great five years. The BIG Giveaway was our way of saying thank you to our loyal customers who have been a great support to us. The community plays an important role in contributing to the success of Paradigm Mall PJ."We will continue to enhance the mix of retail brands to cater to the needs of every shopper. We hope that loyal shoppers will continue to support us while attracting new ones who will find it amazing to shop at Paradigm Mall PJ."Kathleen Leong, Head of Commercial for Malaysia and Singapore, AirAsia Big Loyalty, said, "We are delighted to have been able to collaborate with Paradigm Mall to celebrate their 5th Anniversary. Partnerships like this are important as it gives us the opportunity to provide a wide range of attractive benefits and privileges to AirAsia BIG Loyalty members.""As we continue to innovate and strive to improve the loyalty programme, members of our AirAsia BIG Loyalty can look forward to more exciting rewards and benefits in the coming months so stay tuned. For those of you who have yet to sign up, I urge you to do so now so you'll not miss out on what's coming," she added.Paradigm Mall is the exclusive shopping mall partners for AirAsia BIG Loyalty. Shoppers can collect AirAsia BIG Points all year long by presenting their receipts at the Concierge Counter for validation where they can earn 1 AirAsia BIG point for every Ringgit spent on weekends and public holidays, and double AirAsia BIG points on weekdays. *The Programme is subject to other terms and conditions. The AirAsia BIG Loyalty mobile app is available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. For more information on the mobile app plus other updates, log on to http://www.airasiabig.com or follow AirAsia BIG on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.For more information on Paradigm Mall, please visit www.paradigmmall.com.my you may also visit the Concierge Counter at Level CC, Paradigm Mall or call the customer service hotline at +60 3 7801 1188 for further enquires.

Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington has passed away.TMZ reported that Law enforcement sources informed them that the singer hanged himself at a private residence in Palos Verdes Estates in L.A. County. His body was discovered Thursday just before 9 AM.Chester was married with 6 children from 2 wives.The singer struggled with drugs and alcohol for years. He had said in the past he had considered committing suicide because he had been abused as a child by an older male.Chester was very close with Chris Cornell, who himself committed suicide by hanging in May. Today would have been Cornell's 53rd birthday. Chester wrote an open letter to Chris on the day of Chris' suicide.Cornell's wife, Vicky, tweeted out a message following the news of Chester's death, saying, "Just when I thought my heart couldn't break any more ... I love you T."The band has had a string of hits over the years, including "Faint," "In the End" and "Crawling." Linkin Park crossed music genres, collaborating with Jay-Z.The band's album, "Meteora," was one of the biggest alternative albums in music history. Bennington was 41. - Source TMZ.comHere's a video of Chester Bennington talking about depression. Here's a video Billboard made in memoriam of Chester Bennington.

Miss Cosmopolitan World (MWC) 2017 is a Beauty Pageant comprising of 30 countries from all around the world, this prestigious event will be hosted by Amelia Production, the founder of Miss Cosmopolitan World, its main objective is to inject great vitality into the concept of competition and participation. Started in 2015 with the hopes of creating an annual event of great popularity, and with many golden moments cherished by appreciative audiences all around the world. This year for the third time in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, they will be looking to crown Miss Cosmopolitan World 2017.Ms. Amelia Liew (Founder)  "This year, Miss Cosmopolitan World 2017 will be exclusively catered for beautiful, passionate, intelligent and charismatic woman from all over the world. The Miss Cosmopolitan World 2017 will be the most glamorous and eye-catching with uniqueness beauty contest ever organised in Malaysia." Said Ms. Amelia Liew.The Miss Cosmopolitan World 2017 is organised with the Support from Tourism Malaysia, and Penang State Tourism, the official partners for the pageant are, AFO Radio, Zeon Properties and HARTA, and the official Hotel and venue sponsor is Marriott Putrajaya, where the grand finals will be held on the 16th September 2017. For all who are interested in participating in this pageant and if you think that you have what it takes, there are the criteria that they are looking for, Natural born Female(Non Muslim), from all over the world, age 18-28years.Minimum height of 168cmIf you got what it takes and want to find-out more, visit the pageant website at: www.misscosmopolitanworld.com, or FaceBook page at www.facebook.com/MissCosmopolitanWorldOfficialThere will also be a live audition taking place on the Friday 22nd September 2017, 10am-3pm at Dazzling Cafe, F-001, Mid Valley Megamall.So those who are interested in participating, mark your calendar and go checkout Miss Cosmopolitan World website for more details.

Come join us at Art of Speed Malaysia 2017 and stand a chance to win a full car body-sticker-wrap from APD worth RM3,000.  Also up for grabs are 100 x Cash Vouchers worth RM80 each.To join the contest, just follow these simple steps:Step 1: Come join us on Saturday July 29th and Sunday July 30th, 2017 at Art of Speed Malaysia 2017 at MAEPS in Serdang. Look out for the AFO RADIO Booth located at the main entrance of Hall A.Step 2: Take a photo with our display, upload it here at our website, with your complete details before 3pm on Sunday 30th July, 2017.Step 3: Then join us at 3:30pm on Sunday 30th July, 2017 at the Main Stage as we announce the Grand Prize Winner.Upload your pictures on your Instagram and tag us #aforadio #Apdcrew #ArtOfSpeedMY to win Consolation Prizes. Terms & Conditions Apply.