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Her Royal Highness Princess Fadzillah played for Ivy Ballers A which came 2nd Runner-up in the ladies category. Image courtesy of Bruneibasketball.com

Open Category
Champion Score - Ambaphil (19 points)
1st Runner Up Score - KFC Double Down (17 points)
2nd Runner Up Score - Uni Decor Coating (21 points)
3rd Runner Up Score - Davis Lighting (12 points)
 
Students Category
Champion Score - Shark B (20 points)
1st Runner Up Score - Spartans (19 points)
2nd Runner Up Score - Shark A (25 points - include overtime)
3rd Runner Up Score - Shark C (22 points - include overtime)

Ladies Category
Champion Score - Ivy Ballers B (10 points)
1st Runner Up Score - Hemaviton Hu Huang (8 points)
2nd Runner Up Score - Ivy Ballers A ( 12 points)
3rd Runner Up Score - AL Professional (8 points)

Ivy Ballers B the winners in the ladies category. Image courtesy of Bruneibasketball.com

Shark B the winners in the students category. Image courtesy of Bruneibasketball.com

The winners of the 3-on-3 Streetball Challenge. Click image to enlarge. Image courtesy of Bruneibasketball.com

One of the matches during the quarter finals last Friday

 

I can't wait for this spectacle

 

Debbie was nervous before the finals of the Mobile One's Amazing Quest. She came 7th overall.

Devon was busy emceeing the whole event of Amazing Quest

Birdy (in maroon) won the Amazing Quest

There were 20 tasks to be completed. This was one of them.

Some of the puzzles

Fizah (in white) chasing after Wendy. She came 2nd place/

It's all about teamwork too

Kath briefing some of the tasks to the participants

Wendy was pretty tired running here and there

 

Chairman of TCY Motors Sdn Bhd, Teng Chin Ying and Managing Director Teng Chee Khiong unveiling the Peugeot 208

Finally debuting at the Peugeot Kiarong Showroom on Friday, the new three-door Peugeot 208 is a stunner that sets a benchmark in the B segment category of Brunei's automobile industry. Present to unveil the new 208 was the Chairman of TCY Motors Sdn Bhd, Teng Chin Ying and Managing Director Teng Chee Khiong.

After a short powerpoint presentation delivered by the emcee, DJ Daffy, both Teng Chin Ying and Teng Chee Khiong lifted the cover to unveil the all-new Peugeot 208.

The presentation covered many of the special features packed into the vehicle awarded by Auto Express UK as "Best Supermini", as well as TCY Motors' improved after-sales service.

The Peugeot 208 has also won "Best Car of the Year 2013" in Spain, thanks to its dynamic look, clever technology, excellent safety and quality comfort.

A Cielo Panoramic glass roof is made optional, and a 208 equipped with this feature is on display at the Peugeot showroom. The Cielo roof is equipped with ambient lighting which enhances the spacious feeling and fills the interior with enough light to give the driver and passengers great visibility.

It was also announced that the five-door variant of the Peugeot 208 will be launched in the second quarter of this year.

A prize presentation was also held during the launch for the winners of TCY Motors' daily "Like, Answer & Win" contest on its Facebook fan page. Robin Leong, Nur Sakinah Ayunie Abdullah Dahan, Maimunah Kassim, Elli Goh Mei Tieng, Syaahidah Hj Md Daud, Chooi Ay Chung, Nurul Husniyah Ismail and Rashidah Hj Md Taufik each received limited edition macarons specially created by MADbites Cafe for the Peugeot 208.

A draw was also held for visitors present at the launch of the Peugeot 208, which saw Hj Mahlil Hj Mat Salleh win the prize of an Apple iPad Mini.

During the launch, it was announced that there will be a dance competition in conjunction with the introduction of the Peugeot 208 called "Let Your Body Drive". Interested parties are asked to register at the Peugeot showroom or through online forms (which will be available soon at www.peugeot-brunei.com).

The "Let Your Body Drive" dance competition will be adjudicated by Patricia Siva of StudioScene and Adrian of Groove Studio.The final round of the dancing competition will be held some time in April.

For more information on the Peugeot 208 and the "Let Your Body Drive" dance competition, drop by Peugeot's Kiarong showroom and talk to the staff or call 2426969.

Alternatively, like Peugeot Brunei on Facebook to get updates on its promotions and its dance competition, or follow them on Instagram at PeugeotBrunei. Ammirul Adnan of The Brunei Times.

The local press taking photos of the car

Chairman of TCY Motors giving it a thumbs up!!

The lucky draw of the iPad

Winners of TCY Motors' daily "Like, Answer & Win" contest on its Facebook fan page

The winner of the iPad

Peugeot 208 Let Your Body Drive 2013 competition. Win $500 cash prize. Click image to findo out more!!

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$9K raised by Family Power

 

A total of $9K was raised and it surpassed the previous donation of $8K two years ago

Datin Paduka Hjh Adina was very proud of Cecilia Lee's drive for such event and also her initiative to carry out the charity event. The last time Cecilia held a charity event was back at IA Salon and they managed to raise at least $8,000 and this time round a total of $9,000 was raised from the "Family Power" charity drive.

The "Family Power" event was co-organised by Fun Bee Park, IA Salon and Dreamz CT Sdn Bhd and their purpose is to raise funds for the National Association of the Hearing Impaired (OKP). Datin Paduka Hjh Adina, the Deputy Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, was the guest of honour. The chairperson of the event was Cecilia Lee. Also present was the OKP President Hj Abdul Hakim.

At the beginning of the event, the Zumba Fitness FuHReaKZ conducted a Zumba session and they managed to raise some funds too. The Top 10 finalists of Stardom Quest made their appearance and they helped out the children during the workshops. The donations were collected through proceeds of the sales from the respective booths.

There was also presence from the Brunei Lady Bikers organisation and they have been quite supportive for any cause initiated by Cecilia Lee. So it was good to see their involvement once again.

There was also a mini art exhibition showcased by 13-year old autistic Merrick Chin who drew numerous paintings and some of them were for sale during the event. Datin Hjh Adina was quite impressed by his work and she was honoured as well to receive a painting from Merrick and Datin even bought two of Merrick's painting. For the record, all of Merrick's paintings were sold, 28 of them (big and small pieces).

So it was good to know that $9,000 was raised in a space of 7 hours and it was good to see the public support from it too. Well done to the organisers and keep up the great work!!

Datin Paduka Hjh Adina (right) was inspired by Cecilia's drive for charity


The cutting ribbon ceremony to commemorate the event


Datin receiving a special painting from Merrick


Cecilia gave her favourite underwater shot to the guest of honour


Guest of honour donating for a good casue


Cecilia was feeling overjoyed after another big contribution by her partner


A big cheer from the crowd as the event kicked off


Did you know that Datin loves motorbikes? She revved the bike and got the crowd excited


Datin visit the inside of Fun Bee Park


Some of the activities carried out during the event


She was enjoying the painting session


Datin having a look at the paintings by Merrick


All the paintings were sold out


There was baking class for the kids assisted by the finalists from Stardom Quest


Datin taking a shot of one of the kids


The bit hit was the ice-cream area because of the heat outside


Did I just see a small goat?


Proceeds of the sales at the booths went to charity


Datin having a group photo moment with the crowd


Datin with the Zumba Fitness FuhReaKZ who raised at least $200 for charity


Another event coming up by Fun Bee Park

 

 

Standard Chartered Brunei unveiled their official T-shirt design for all the runners of their upcoming SCB half-marathon Brunei 2013. Runners will receiv their New Balance t-shirts during the Race Entry Pack Collection at Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium on 5th and 6th April. Image courtesy of SCB Brunei Facebook page.

 

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Adi Said missed a sitter which could have put the result beyond doubt. DPMM FC beat Woodlands Wellington 1-0 last night at Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium

I wasn't impressed with the performance but in the end of the day, it's the 3 three points that matters. After a few weeks of hiatus, DPMM FC came back with a much needed win to stay in pace in the top 5. Currently DPMM FC lies in 5th place while league leaders Tampines Rovers FC are 10 points ahead of DPMM FC. Tampines Rovers are the only team that is undefeated and have a 100% record in the S•League.

DPMM FC will have another chance in closing the gap this Wednesday when they host Geylang International FC who have a 2-0-4 record so far in the tournament. A win will put DPMM FC back in contention for the title and let's hope DPMM FC improve their performance after last night's mediocre performance.

DPMM FC's import player Joao scored the only goal of the game in the first half. The host failed to convert chances upfront and it was a tough night for DPMM FC's top scorer Shahrazen. His brother Adi Said was brought in to replace Bosjnak the Croatian striker who recovered from a recent surgery. Adi had a glorious chance when he was left unmarked but his close range header was off the mark. It could have buried the game and it was good thing DPMM FC managed to close in for the win.

The good points though was the inclusion of Santos the Brazilian defender who is backed in the bench. It's good to see him back after recovering from an injury. Last night was his first game of the season though he only had a few minutes of playing time. Azwan Ali Rahman was also featured in the bench as he was recently signed from Indera Sporting Club (SC). There was some minor controversial to his inclusion to DPMM FC where his former club earlier denied the speculation of Azwan's future to the club. We have yet to see him play in S•League matches and he will definitely bring some firepower upfront.

Do come to the stadium again this Wednesday to see DPMM FC take on Geylang International FC.

Another tireless effort from DPMM FC's captain

DPMM FC fans striking a pose

A strong bench from DPMM FC

Wardun had some crucial saves last night

My buddies stayed till the end despite the light rain late in the game

Joao scored the winner but he also received a caution

Salim, Woodlands' coach, was given his marching orders

Sairol was also a hero when he blocked a shot from close range and that made a difference

With less than 5 minutes to go, the fans headed for the exits because of the drizzle

 

Congratulations to Rafhanah Salleh and Wadud Mahrub on their engagement yesterday. Fana has been one of my closest friends and I'm happy to see another chapter in her life. Darn, you are now ahead of me...

Winnie recently purchased this lovely ring from @enyabioux and she loves it!! So when is it going to be on your other finger? :p

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Dato Paduka Awang Haji Bahrin bin Abdullah, Deputy Minister of Finance and Chairmna of DST (center) with Acting Chief Executive Officer of DST, Awang Suhaimi bin Awang Haji Hussain and DST Board of Director Awang Abdul Latiff bin Pehin Orang Kaya Seri Setia Dato Paduka Haji Md Yusuf during the launch of DST Signature Store

An integrated experience awaits DST's customers as it officially opened its Signature Store yesterday at the Airport Mall in Berakas, yesterday.

Officiating the event as the guest of honour was the Deputy Minister of Finance, Dato Paduka Awang Haji Bahrin bin Abdullah in his capacity as the Chairman of DST. Also present were members of the DST Board of Director Awang Abdul Latiff bin Pehin Orang Kaya Seri Setia Dato Paduka Haji Md Yusuf, as well as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of DST, Awang Suhaimi bin Awang Haji Hussain.

The opening of the store marks another milestone for DST's 'Brand Journey', which started with the renewal of its brand identity, the Simpur Star logo.

In his welcoming remarks, Awang Suhaimi said, "As DST proactively invests in upgrading its networks and introducing new technologies, DST also continues to invest in upgrading our front-end services to improve our customer experience."

The Signature Store spans some 7,000 square metres and occupies four units, making it the largest DST store in the country.

It encompasses an integrated approach to DST's services ranging from mobile and broadband services to bill payments and the provision of an interactive environment where customers can try out DST's latest products and technologies.

Senior Manager for DST's Counter Services, Awang Ramdzani Haji Mohd Said said that among the technological innovations used in the Signature Store are the Queue Management System (QMS), which sends customers an SMS notification on their mobile devices within three queuing numbers of their turn.

The store also includes an extensive array of tablet computers and interactive TV screens, where customers can gain information about the product, services and activities offered.

Awang Ramdzani went on to say, "The interactive TV features an interactive map of the store, which will further allow customers to get information about the store itself without the need to ask a customer service representative. This provides a greater choice to the customer when dictating their own experience."

The centrepiece of the store is a 414-inch LED TV used as part of a digital marketing solution while maximising customers' reach.

"The Signature Store is intended to be dynamic," said Awang Suhaimi, adding that this will "continue to evolve" with the use of technology offering customer-centric products and services together with continuous human resource development".

Acting Chief Executive Officer of DST, Awang Suhaimi delivering his welcoming remarks

The launching gambit for DST Signature Store

The guest of honour officiating the launch

The interior of the DST Signature Store

Signing the plague to commemorate the opening of DST Singature Store

Guest of Honour visiting the Kristal FM new studio where they will be live from Friday to Monday at the DST Signature Store at Airport Mall

The crew of KRISTAL FM

Guest of Honour also launching the new interactive DST website

When will LTE come out in Brunei?

In defining its integrated experience, the Signature Store also features a mini-studio that will conduct live broadcasts by Kristal FM Radio deejays four days a week between 9am and 5.30pm, Friday to Monday.

Other highlights of the store includes an exclusive Premium Lounge for Premium Accounts customers only, where personnel are ready to cater to queries and requests; a multi-function room used to run DST 'Future' brand technopreneurship development training, and also customer product briefings on DST products and services for all customers.

Underpinning the features of the store, Awang Suhaimi said, "It is our aim that the Signature Store will give DST's existing customers an experience that will differentiate DST as a brand that stands out. "As for potential customers, DST aims to create an experience on DST's full range of products and services in a distinctive way to influence their decision in a positive manner." Text courtesy of Aziz Idris of Borneo Bulletin.

Press conference held at the training room to bried the local media

The media asking questions at the training room

New promotion for EASI users.. Woohoo

Devon and Kath paid a visit to the new store

The DST Premier Lounge area

The new look feel inside

Dean Kassim of Borneo Bulletin on the job

Dickson from SCB was there. Btw, there is a collaboration with DST and SCB on the D*card

The massive TV once you enter the store

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Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam Berhad (BIBD) recently was conferred as the winner of the Best Retail Bank in Brunei for the year 2012 during the 12th International Excellence in Retail Financial Services Award Ceremony which took place at the Westin Chosun in Seoul, Korea on March 21st, 2013, organised by The Asian Banker (TAB).

Present on hand to receive the momentous award on behalf of BIBD were Mr Imran Samee, Head of Consumer Banking, along with Hjh Nurul Akmar Binti Haji Mohd Jaafar, Deputy Head of Consumer Banking, who is also Head of Corporate Social Responsibility. Mr Samee commented “This is a landmark milestone for BIBD, being the first Islamic Bank to win the Best Retail Banking honour in Brunei Darussalam, an achievement only equalled by the fact that BIBD’s presence has been strengthened amongst all the large multinational banks present in Brunei Darussalam”.

This recognition builds on the proven successes of earlier awards won in the year, namely winning the Islamic Finance News (IFN) "Structured Finance Deal of the Year 2012" for the Brunei Gas Carriers (BGC) Sdn Bhd US$170 million Islamic Financing Facility, IFN "Turkey Deal of the Year 2012" for the Republic of Turkey's US$1.5 billion sovereign Sukuk, the "Tawarruq Deal of the Year 2012" for Al-Baraka Turk US$ 450 million Syndicated Financing and the IFN “Best Islamic Bank 2012” in Brunei Darussalam.

BIBD Ar-Rahnu also recently scooped the “Social Service Award” at the Asia-Pacific Enterprise Leadership Awards (APELA) 2013 held at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Winning this award showcases as a great achievement and progress for BIBD and Islamic banking and finance, pushing it onto better heights, not only in Brunei Darussalam, but also regionally. BIBD managed to increase its market share in key retail product segments against a backdrop of industry requirements and competition certain retail while also successfully achieving growth in new businesses. This was achieved by the bank’s focus on core products such as home financing, home improvement financing, debit cards, process improvements, distribution and channel diversifications, and building an effective and a motivated direct sales team. Furthermore, BIBD has also made many significant improvements in terms of technology and channels, through the introduction of BIBD Mobile and BIBD Online, along with launching one of the most popular home financing products in Brunei – BIBD Rumah Plus.

Hjh Nurul Akmar Binti Haji Mohd Jaafar, Deputy Head of Consumer Banking, holding the award recently

BIBD’s Managing Director Javed Ahmad agreed, “Alhamdulilah, not just for BIBD, but also for the development of the Islamic banking industry as wining such a prestigious award shows great evolution, as it really sets aside what BIBD has achieved throughout the years.” He continued to comment that, “BIBD has had a very good 2012 and that InsyaAllah, 2013 will bring many more successes to come as BIBD comes off from strength to strength in further supporting not only its own ambitions, but also the ambitions of continuing the growth of Brunei Darussalam’s industries, a continuous commitment we strongly hold to help the country achieve its goal of achieving a developed nation status by 2035.”

The International Excellence in Retail Financial Services 2013 Awards ceremony was held in conjunction with the region’s most prestigious retail banking event, the Excellence in Retail Financial Services Convention.

About 150 senior bankers from award-winning banks in 29 countries across the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa attended the glittering event that recognised their efforts in bringing superior products and services to their customers. The awards programme, administered by TAB and refereed by prominent global bankers, consultants and academics, is the most prestigious of its kind.

A stringent three-month evaluation process based on a balanced and transparent scorecard used to determine the winners and the positions of various retail banks in the region is attached.

TAB is the region’s most authoritative provider of strategic business intelligence to the financial services community. The Singapore-based company has offices in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Shanghai as well as representatives in London, New York and San Francisco. It has a business model that revolves around three core business lines: publications, research services and forums. Press release courtesy of BIBD.

 

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The best 3 pictures will each receive a brand new Canon digital camera. Log on to www.hsbc.com.bn to find out more

Students from various secondary schools flocked to the two-day Oil and Gas Career Roadshow at Chancellor Hall of Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) yesterday.

Students who came on the first day of the exhibition among others were from the Pengiran Anak Puteri Hjh Masna Secondary School, PIHM Serasa Secondary School, Berakas Secondary School, Sekolah Tinggi Perempuan Raja Isteri and Sayyidina Abu Bakar Secondary School.

During the programme, which was organised by the Energy Department at the Prime Minister's Office (EDPMO), the students received an insight into the oil and gas industry from various exhibitors.

Among other exhibitors participating in the event are Brunei LNG, Brunei Methanol Company Sdn Bhd, Brunei Gas Carriers Sdn Bhd, BSP Marine Department, Jefri Bolkiah Engineering College and Brunei Maritime Academy.

Syazana Al-Shokry, head of Career Unit at Lambak Kiri Secondary School said that she came to the event with 46 Year Nine students from the school's Science Classes.

"I think this roadshow is to encourage them (students) to open their mind to the career opportunity of what they can do," said Syazana, adding that the oil and gas sector can be an open option for the student's career.

Meanwhile, Norelizawati Hj Mohd Yaakub, recruitment and learning executive of Brunei Gas Carriers Sdn Bhd (BGC) expressed hoped that more students who have completed their 'A' levels and 'O' levels students or those who have earned their Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering or Mechanical Engineering at the Institut Teknologi Brunei would apply to its cadetship programme which will begin in August or September this year.

Norelizawati said BGC is looking at 14 deck officers and 10 marine engineers. Text courtesy of Sally Pri of The Brunei Times.

 

Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam Berhad (BIBD), in its continous efforts to educate and raise financial awareness to the public, conducted a Financial Literacy and Planning Talk, via their Wealth ManagementUnit (WMU).

The talk was delivered by BIBD’s own Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and qualified Islamic Financial Planner (IFP), WMU Manager, Hjh Isnora Minudin, to some 60 staff from the Youth and Sports Department of the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, held at the Dewan Citra Budaya,J alan Kebangsaan. Hjh Isnora started her presentation with the introduction of what financial planning is, which in brief, is the process of creating strategies to help individual to best meet their life goals, through proper financial management. The strategies include accumulation (by earning), allocation (by saving and budgeting), protection (takaful/insurance) and growing (investing) one’s funds.

She further explained on the importance of financial planning especially in preparation of any unforeseen circumstances that require financial support. She shared a few tips on how to do smart and prudent spending within one’s means without burdening him/herself or others. As a qualified Islamic Financial Planner, Hjh Isnora also shared what financial planning from an Islamic perspective is such as the purification of wealth which is Zakat and estate/wakaf planning.

Through this initiative, it is hoped that the public is informed of the proper processes and steps for financial management which would help them materialise their dreams such as planning for their children’s education, purchasing their dream home, or preparing for retirement, just to name a few. Members of the public who wish to have the Financial Planning talk may contact BIBDCall Centre at 2238181 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Press release from BIBD.

 

Wu Chun with the participants and the organisers of the KFC FZ 3-on-3 Streetball Challenge at the Airport Mall. Click image to enlarge.

The KFC Fitness Zone Ultimate Gaming Competition comes to an end on Sunday afternoon, 24th March with Crimsom Coup winning the League Of Legends Competition for the PC category and Mohd Elmi Shahri Hj Osman winning the FiFa 13 Competition of the PS3 category. Crimson Coup walked away with prizes worth B$850 comprising of Steel Series Siberia V2 Headset and Mohd Elmi walk away with prizes worth B$350 comprising of B$100 cash and B$250 worth of Mobile One cash voucher.

Team Lezor Alliance and Team Ora Ora came in 2nd and 3rd for the League Of Legends Competition while Md Saifuddin Hj Serbini and Muhd Nuralif Suhaimi came in 2nd and 3rd respectively for the FiFa 13 competition. 4th place goes to Ahmad Tamimi Hj Awg Tuah. Presence to award the prizes is Yong of Mobile One for the PS3 category and Jonathan Bong of KFC for the PC category.

The end of the Ultimate Gaming Competition was followed by the Opening Ceremony of the KFC Fitness Zone 3 On 3 Streetball Challenge Season 1, 2013 later that night. In his opening speech, Jonathan Bong took the opportunity to thank all the players during the team lineup on behalf of KFC, Fitness Zone and the event organizers Good Game and Trinity.

This season sees a different tournament from last year’s, all the matches will be playing at Airport Mall in the next seven days and there are other mini side activities that players can partake while waiting for their next matches. Presence to officiate the event is Mr Khoo Eng Cheong, Vice Chairman of the Brunei Basketball Association, followed by the first match between KFC Double Down and SS Guys. Wu Chun himself also made a special appearance before flying out of Brunei the next day.

The KFC Fitness Zone 3 On 3 Streetball Challenge is currently taking place at the Airport Mall until 31st March 2013 and the public is welcome to watch. Images taken from KFC Fitness 3-on-3 Streetball Challenge facebook page.

Wu Chun officially launched the 3-on-3 tournament

It's game time!!!

The winners of League of Legends

Saifuddin came close to winning Fifa tournament but settled for 2nd place

The top three winners of the Fifa tournament

I assumed Wu Chun left the country to promote their latest film - Saving General Yang.. Can't wait to catch this. Saw this poster in Singapore last week.

 

Unveiling Peugeot 208 tomorrow

After the successful launch of their new Peugeot 408, T.C.Y. Motors Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of Peugeot automobiles in Brunei Darussalam, is taking the chance to launch once again another highly anticipated B-segment super mini, producing over 300,000 units after its production debut last year.

Taking the top position in the B segment and winning various awards from Europe such as ‘Best Supermini’ Class award from Auto Express UK, ‘Best Car of the Year 2013’ in Spain, and ‘Auto Europa 2013’ prize from Italy, it has not slowed down in wow-ing fans and customers alike all over the world including South East Asia as it will make its launching debut in Brunei next week.

The exterior is sculpted to give the car a dynamic look, and the floating front grille, signature LED lighting and boomerang-shaped rear lights all work together to give this super mini an unmistakable presence.

The 208’s highly optimised architecture achieves the amazing feat of being compact while increasing spaciousness, with room for the rear and a larger boot. The Cielo roof with ambient lighting (optional) enhances this spacious feeling and fills the interior with light and gives you great visibility.

The 4-cylinder inline engine represents real progress in terms of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, while offering a good level of performance. The level of safety and comfort have been significantly increased, as proven by its 5 star Euro NCAP award, standard leather seats and excellent road-holding capabilities. A multi-function colour touchscreen comes and gives you finger-tip control of the radio, CD player and hands-free Bluetooth set.

Running at a maximum power of 120ps @ 6,000 rpm and max torque of 160Nm @ 4,250 rpm, this 1.6 litre gasoline fuel injection engine VTi won’t disappoint if you’re looking for a trendy, sporty, chic driving pleasure. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) along with the ABS, EBD and EBA also comes as standard.

To create further excitement and buzz on the 208 launch, T.C.Y. Motors will be holding a daily ‘Like, Answer & Win’ contest on their Facebook page, facebook.com/PeugeotBrunei starting from 25th to 28th March 2013 where 2 lucky winners of the day can win a Limited Edition 208 Macaron, created by MADbites Café. A lucky draw for an Apple iPad will also be up for grabs on the 29th March 2013, as it will be launching this highly anticipated model into the B-segment market.

There will also be a dancing competition in conjunction of the launching as well as introducing their next 208 model line up which is the 5-door variant in the second quarter of the year.

You can drop by their Peugeot Kiarong Showroom or call 2426969 for further details. You can also follow Peugeot Brunei on Instagram at @PeugeotBrunei.

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The front view of Peugeot 208

The rear view of Peugeot 208

 

Garage Sale this Sunday :D

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  Oil & Gas Career Roadshow

 

Career day today

 

A great moment shot of His Majesty the Sultan dan Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam doing the Maori way of greeting. His Majesty was in New Zealand to hail close relations between Brunei and New Zealand in education, defence and trade. Image taken from front page in today's Borneo Bulletin.

 

13 year old Nor Najihah Ramli won Hyundai i30 for QQestore's Shop, Dine and Drive promotion where the final draw was done last Friday

This reminds me when Martina Hingis and Maria Sharapova won luxury cars during their teenage years and they weren't able to drive the car around just yet. The same will go to 13 year old, Nor Najihah Ramli, who became the grand winner of QQestore's Shop, Dine and Drive promotion as she won herself a Hyundai i30.

The event held at Hyundai showroom in Beribi which last from 2:30pm to 5pm was packed with the short listed entrants and their family, QQeStore local partners and Hyundai management and staff. Other prizes that were given away includes Apple Macbook Air 13", Canon EOS 650D Kit, Samsung I9300 Galaxy SIII 16gb, Apple The New Ipad 16gb wifi, Sony Viao VPC-YB36KG, LG 32" LED TV, Sony Cybershot DSC-H90, Apple Ipod Touch and JVC Home Theatre.

The promotion lasted from July 25th to February 15th , 2013 has drawn thousands raffle entries as all transactions made from all QQeStore outlets and Gripps and Cheezbox Café and Restaurant merit draw coupons with no minimum purchase required. Short listed entrants were chosen through a pre-draw process held on February 28th.

For two consecutive years, QQeStore has been giving away premium brand new cars and other high-end technology products to appreciate its valued customers and to entice them for continued support and patronage.

With the introduction of great features and new look on its revamp website since late last year, QQeStore have strives to provide its customers a whole new shopping experience online. New product ranges had been introduced yesterday such as Baby Products, Toys, Watches, Kitchenware & Dinings, Kid's Educational Products and many more.  QQeStore will continue to grow with its customers to achieve greater height from its current stats with over 4000 unique visitors daily and over 50,000 products range - which is the biggest in Brunei, and over 20,000 members registered online, bigger than any other online or offline store in town.

The winners of the QQestore's Shop, Dine and Drive at Setia Motors

 

Cecilia Lee, owner of Fun Bee Park with the organising committee for Family Power Fundraiser

Representatives of Fun Bee Park, IA Salon, Dreamz CT and Persatuan Orang Kurang Pendengaran Kebangsaan (OKP) met to finalise logistics arrangements along with activities along with the fundraiser theme “Family Power”. Present also were representatives of Sunlit for the booth setup and the Chin family of BR Trading Company Sdn Bhd.

The fundraiser will be open to the public from 10am to 5pm on Sunday, the 31st of March 2013 at the Fun Bee Park centre and respective carpark area. Expected on the day are family oriented booths.

Arts&crafts workshops, an upcycle and gardening centre where visitors have to bring their own old socks, shirts and plastic bottles, carnival style games, food and sales booths, the popular photobooth and more. A few free booths are still available to the public with most of the day’s proceeds going to the charity organization. The Lady Bikers organisation will be making an appearance along with the top 10 finalist of the Stardom Quest who will be participating in a special handson kitchen activity with selected special needs children and Fun Bee Park children.

The highlight of the fundraiser would be the art gallery showing by Merrick Chin Wee , an autistic child with artistic talent. It will be the first showing of his artwork collected over the past years. All of his paintings and artwork will also be for sale with all proceeds going into OKP the charity organization. Alongside will be the sale and showing of art work created by Fun Bee Park children from the Arty Camp Dec 2012.

“We make a living by what we do, but we make a life by what we give,” - Quote by Winston Churchill. For more information regarding the fundraiser call 245 7729 or 717 8232. Follow facebook.com/funbeepark for up to date info regarding the fundraiser. 

 

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This was my first live gig of Russell Peters

I was in Singapore recently to catch the most popular stand-up comedian Russell Peters who is a Canadian. I wasn't surprised to know that quite a lot of Bruneians flew to Singapore to catch his gig. I didn't manage to catch all of my friends but only a few after the end of the show. Anyway, I didn't expect much from Russell Peters. He's an icon in the comedic scene. I've seen almost all his gigs on video and youtube and they were hilarious and tasteless. What actually makes him stand out is his observation skills and he is able to translate them with some humour. Another great gift he has is connecting with the the audience and he has a tendency to pick on random people in the front row seats and let his magic happen.

So why did I say I didn't want to expect much? Well, I have seen some of his gigs and shows right after his most popular show Outsourced (back in 2006) and he hasn't delivered the same impact though he was and still is funny. We are still stuck to his famous punchlines - "Somebody gonna get hurt real bad" and "Be a man!" and there hasn't been new ones that stick to our mind. Believe it or not, I'm youtubing Outsourced right now and it's still refreshing to watch :D

Russell Peters played it safe this time round. He still poked fun at different races and nationalities - German, Mexican, a guy from Detroit, Liechtenstein, Indian, Kuwaiti, Italian, Singaporean, and Lebanese. However, there was an awkward moment when RP targeted a Lebanese lady but she declined to respond. Actually, it happened twice in a space of ten minutes, hoping she would interact back (and she even gave a zip it gesture which was caught on the big screen) so RP then shifted to another person, a Kuwaiti, who was two seats away from the Lebanese lady. I also realised that he didn't relate too much on Singapore in his jokes. And this is the not first time he evaded topics or issues on Singapore. Last year in May 2012, he also avoided Singapore related topics and I wonder if his jokes were similar compared to last year's. This could meant that he might be told not to poke too much fun on Singaporeans. Hmmm... 

The highlight moment for me was when RP picked out the four blue shirt guys from the crowd. Though he didn't follow through with the joke, it was a sharp, witty moment that was so "RP". Perhaps the thing that sticks in the crowd's mind is Kevin Gandhi, one of the teen spectator, from India. It was pretty hilarious but too much focus was given on him and yes, I was a little tired and bored when he kept teasing Kevin near the end.

It was still a great show nonetheless and maybe it wasn't anything new to look forward since it's still the Notorious tour of last year's. Will I come again if he does another gig in Singapore? Yes I would :D Verdict: 7/10

It was held at the Singapore Indoor Stadium and it was sell out gig with 27,000 in attendance

The security check point and you are not allowed to bring your SLR camera.

Su Li was my gig date and she was my ex-class mate from our years in Sunway College. So we haven not seen each other for 15 years and wow, she never heard of Russell Peters and she ended up enjoying the show

The show started with Ruben Paul and he was hilarious. I love his detective jokes.

This shot taken from my seat location

Kevin Gandhi in green with his family and Russell Peters after the show. Image taken from Russell Peters Sg Facebook

It was such a packed event

This, I believe, was Russell Peter's transport after the gig

It was packing time for the organisers

I caught up with friends from Brunei as we were hunting for supper

We ended having supper at seafood joint Jumbo.. Yumm!!!!

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