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DPMM FC squeezed to the finals
Wardun Yussof the hero with his team mates after the victory. Image courtesy of Wardun
Both sides couldn’t defeat one another. Another two draws (home and away) in the S•League, this was more like a decider of who are the better of the two. Geylang International FC are not pushovers and they have improved from last season and they even made it to the semi-finals of the Singapore League Cup. But they can only be one winner since it’s a play-off tournament.
After a stalemate match that went on for 120 minutes, there was no other choice than the lottery of the penalty shootout. This then became the battle of the goalkeepers with Wardun Yussof the important key player for DPMM FC. He became the hero of the night thwarting two penalties from Geylang International FC, first from Leonel Felice and Hafiz Nor while Khairulnizam smashed his effort onto the crossbar.
Then Irish Joe Gamble had the less pressure of the lot as he scored the winning penalty to make it 3-0 on penalties. Roy O’Donovan and Alviz have earlier converted their penalties.
Here was what Wardun Yussof had to say during the interview with The Brunei Times.
“I’ve seen the first penalty taker before in a previous game,” he told The Brunei Times after the triumph. “I knew that the first save was important because it is a big confidence booster for the team. Overall I thought we played well. Geylang were very stubborn in defence and looked to go on counterattacks.”
Now DPMM FC will face Tanjong Pagar FC in the finals of the Singapore League Cup after they defeated Hougang United FC through penalties. The finals will be played some time this week at Jalan Besar Stadium.
Roy O’Donovan couldn’t find net in 120 minutes but he scored the first important penalty during the shoot-out. Image taken by Abel Khoo.
Joe Gamble made it certain that DPMM FC reach the finals. Image taken by Abel Khoo
Celebration in order. Image taken by Abel Khoo
DPMM FC fans in jubilant mood. Image taken by Abel Khoo
Can Steve Kean win his first silverware in his first season? Image taken by Abel Khoo
Highlights between DPMM FC and Geylang International FC
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Ramadhan Special for SKECHERS until 30th July
Have you seen the glow in the dark running shoes by SKECHERS for their performance shoes? SKECHERS Brunei has the latest Nite Owl Performance Shoes for Men and Women with photo luminescent technology. Go check them out especially for runners who enjoy running at night. You won’t need those blinking mini lights attached to your running shoes anymore. Won’t that be totally cool to see a glowing shoes especially when you jog around the stadium area?
Primarily known for their fashion and lifestyle shoes, SKECHERS is now slowly making their mark in performance footwear with the renowned Runner’s World Magazine recently awarding the SKECHERS GOrun Ride 3 as the “Best Buy”. Also, their top spokesman, Meb Keflezighi, became the first American male to win the Boston Marathon in 2014. We are starting to see other top marathoners slowly joining the SKECHERS Performance Team.
Brunei market has been seeing a steady increase in sales and this shows the branding of SKECHERS is getting its reach among the public. Those who haven’t tried SKECHERS, you won’t really know the experience but once you tried it on, you will think twice about owning another sneaker brand because SKECHERS are just plain comfy and it does the job too when you are running.
And for all you last minute Raya shoppers, make sure you check out the current Ramadan promotion. From now until 30 July 2014 (a week left), all SKECHERS members will receive 20% off all regular price items. Membership is free and available upon purchase.
Visit their branches in Kiulap (8744689), Seria Plaza (8733435) or Kuala Belait (7198355). More info can be found on their Facebook page (Skechers Brunei) or their Instagram (@skechersbrunei).
The latest SKECHERS store in KB
The Night Owl for Mens
How it glows for the Mens Night Owl
The Night Owl for Womens
How it glows
Meb Keflezighi, became the first American male to win the Boston Marathon in 2014 and he’s a spokesman for SKECHERS
What a beautiful wedding of Zheng and Jelphine last weekend at Indera Samudra Grand Hall. Click image to see other pictures of #ZHENGJELFTR from Devin Kho’s blog. Image courtesy of Devin Kho.
It was a full house at the wedding
Nice deco and props too. Apparently most of the designs come from Jelphine and it paid off
The happening table of No.37 and these ladies are taken *lol*
Adeline and Eve
A photobombed pic
The entrance of the wedding event
Another popular area for the guests at the photo booth
The guys also wanted to be part of the memorial wedding
Nice prop indeed
Thank you Zheng and Jelphine for the invite and I wish you both the best. Amazing slides and effort by you and your team and I enjoyed it so much
Check out the store
Are you guys into car accessories? I recommend you to check out Brubaystore Savanna which has now been relocated to Berakas area at Spg 145, Jalan Pasir Berakas. Previously it was located in Serusop.
If you are looking for rims of different sorts, Brubaystore also brings them in different sizes and colours. I also learned some new which is the Samco Sport hoses which are silicon base and this item is pretty popular and this is even used in F1 and NASCAR racing. So these hoses are vital for your radiators and Samco Sport brands are pretty durable and lasting and you are paying quality as well.
At the store, you can find gauge meters for your car. You don’t have to be a racer to have too but just looks ultra cool to install one. Brubaystore brought in a few different brands for your liking.
The store is also popular for their wheel nuts and it comes in different colours and sizes if you want to beautify your rims. They carry the Blox brand too and they looked pretty cool.
Brubaystore is also known for its car wrapping and you can choose different types of design to your liking. Depending on the type of car your drive, the price for car wrap varies. So if you want to feel unique while driving, have your car wrapped by Brubaystore 🙂
It was cool to know how the story of Brubaysotre Savanna came about. It started from a hobby by the owner Pg Musmahbobyhardi (Bobby) who has a passion on car accessories. Once in a while he will order accessories and parts for him and his friends and suddenly the demand just kept coming when he started the business online. Hence he though it will useful to open up a small shop to make it convenient for his friends and customers to view the product before purchasing.
Previously the shop was located at Serusop before it was relocated at Berakas. The Brubaystore now has bigger space and this is also ideal for the business owner as they can store more accessories and products for display as they feel that they are ready for expansion.
I admire Bobby’s passion and he is one of the few bumiputras that is in this particular line and he surely can pull it off. This shows if you have the passion and the trust of people, that’s already a good business formula.
You can also follow Brubaystore on Facebook by going to Facebook.com/BruBayStore for updates on products and promotions. You can also follow them on instagram @brubaystoresavanna
By the way, they are also hiring and they are looking for sales assistance.
Plenty of accessories to look for at Brubaystore
Samco Sports silicon hoses ideal for radiators and they are durable
Gauge meters are popular too
Buffer is one of the most sought accessories for many and it makes your suspension last longer
How the buffer fits in the spring
Something for your rims
Blox Wheel Nuts
Rims for your car
Brubaystore got a distributorship for this brand
Phone accessories also there
The look of the new store
The different types of car wraps
The different types of car wraps
Check out the car wrap by Brubaystore
The map of Brubaystore Savanna
Lim Han Lie taking items from the shelves during the Nissan Almera Shopping Dash Challenge. Image courtesy of James Kon of Borneo Bulletin
Last Sunday, Boustead Sdn Bhd showed off the spacious trunk of its affordable Nissan Almera after three lucky winners managed to fill the car’s trunk with loads of shopping items in the Nissan Almera Shopping Dash Challenge held at the Beribi Supa Save.
The three lucky individuals that were picked last Friday for the Nissan Almera Shopping Dash Challenge were Siti Ajeerah binti Awang Rosli, Lim Han Lie and Siti Aqilah Mohamad. Each participant had to complete the shopping dash within eight minutes and also fit all the shopping items inside the trunk of a Nissan Almera.
Siti Ajeerah binti Awang Rosli who hauled in around $1,300 worth of items thanked Boustead Sdn Bhd for the promotion.
Looking exhausted after the shopping dash, she said “I just grabbed whatever I could from the shelves. I was surprised I managed to collect such an amount.”
The promotion aimed not only to reward Nissan’s customers who have test-driven or purchased a Nissan Almera but also to give them a better understanding of the Almera’s 490-litre trunk space capabilities. Another Nissan Almera Shopping Dash promotion will commence from July 16 to August 31. Members of the public will need to visit Boustead’s showroom in Beribi or Kuala Belait to purchase or go for a test-drive in order to be eligible to be picked for the shopping dash. Text by James Kon of Borneo Bulletin.
Participants trying to fit their shopping items into the trunk of a Nissan Almera. Image courtesy of James Kon of Borneo Bulletin.
Drawing for the selected participants a few days earlier
The witnesses during the draw
Located at Units 2, 3 and 4, Ground Floor, Simpang 41-1-12 in Jalan Kiarong (Blue Building)
A new furniture shop just opened its door and if you think that Brunei is lacking in variety, then I advise you to explore at this new furniture store, located at Kiarong Complex. A good idea for home deco and if you also hunting for quality mattresses, this is the place.
Madam Kong, General Manager of Winmotion Trading, has been in this field for more than a decade and now she’s running the show at Dreamz Living Concept. She shared about the awesomeness of the Dreamz Mattresses since they are made of 100% memory foam which doesn’t use the typical springs. Awesome, right?
The Dreamz products are made of natural latex and memory foam. Sleeping on advanced turn-free technology pillow top mattress, for example, will not affect or wake your sleeping partner while you turn in your sleep.
This is also ideal for those with back problems and also eliminates the risk of injury to the spine. The best part of this product is that it responds to your weight and shape of the body and you will get the sense of comfortness.
The store also sells bed from single to queen sizes. There’s even on single bed that allows storage underneath. Different types of sofas are also available as well as wardrobes.
For now, as part of their opening promotion, they are giving discounts up to 20% of selected products. It’s open from 10am to 9pm during Ramadhan and you can contact 242 8879 for details.
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The medal haul
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The first customer of YMRM Serusop today
Guess what peeps? It’s finally open. Well, a soft one actually since the other floors are not ready. However, the ground floor is ready for business and now you can shop at Galleria YMRM Serusop at Unit B24-25 at Delima Jaya Complex and you can call 233 3743.
They will have a special sale tomorrow (Tuesday) 8pm to 12am only at Serusop Branch. Cara Melayu and Sinjang will go for $24 for 2 set. Moroccan cotton which is usually $12.90 will go for $3.90 per meter. The regular sale $1 meter is back again for your cara melayu. Tudong and door mat also going for $1. If you want cucul for Hari Raya, this is also the best place to buy.
I kinda like the new interior of YMRM Serusop and it feels refreshing and unique as well. This is a great way to entice their regular patrons and appreciate them for their continuous support. The upper floor will be opened after Hari Raya. For now, enjoy the freshness of YMRM at Serusop branch which went for 2-3 months of renovation.
The new interior at YMRM Serusop
Sinjang
For shirt making
Italian silk textiles
Exclusive textiles for the ladies
The stairs leading to the first floor but it’s not opened yet
Nice lighting
YMRM building at Serusop but it’s not fully completed
Guess the number of balls competition
Recently KIA Motors (Brunei) had the final count of the number of KIA-FIFA Footballs inside the KIA Sportage as part of the guessing competition in conjunction with the World Cup 2014. The management of Grand Motors with the assistance of the representatives of the local financial institution counted the number of balls.
After two rounds of counting, it was confirmed that the number of balls inside the KIA Sportage was 285. Present were the Managing Director of Grand Motors Frankie Ho and Executive Director of Grand Motors, Pg Hj Abdul Qahar PSD Major General (Rtd) Pg Hj Ibnu Basith,
The lucky winner was Hj Mohd Tusiw Momin who guessed it correctly among the four contestants. The contest of ‘How many Kia-FIFA Footballs are there in the Kia Sportage?’ started on March 1 and ended on July 14.
Recounting the balls inside the KIA Sportage
The Executive Director passing us a ball 😀
Jacquline also did some counting
The red and white KIA FIFA football
Sitting on a stream of the red and white
Hundreds participated in the draw
The eventual winner of the $500
The participants from Brunei Darussalam after the WCOPA finals in Los Angeles
Last year, only one made it the finals – Fakhrul Razi in the Senior Vocal category in the World Championship of Performing Arts 2013. This year, Brunei representatives went a step further. Three Bruneians made it to the finals – Joanna Kwan, Shian Li Esther Chiam and Maria Grace Koh also known as Eia. One Brunei won the Junior Grand Champion for instruments at the WCOPA 2014 edition.
Only 15, Shian Li, is no stranger in the Brunei music scene. With the guidance of her family especially her mother Lily Chiam who runs Expression Music, Shian Li have been getting praises for her talent and she has been performing for private functions and I ever hired her once for a birthday party and I was just amazed. I had no doubt that she will excel in what she does and after knowing that she will be representing Brunei in the WCOPA this year, I knew her time has come and all that hard work paid off.
Shian Li shared, “This week has been absolutely amazing and it went by so fast! Being here in Los Angeles, I just want to tell the talents out there if you believe you can do it and work towards it an and you are keen of performing arts, this is a great opportunity that many open many doors for you.”
Shian Li was the top of the crop as she won all gold medals in her respective category in Junior Instrumental – Classical, Contemporary, Jazz, Open and Original. She won her sixth gold for being in the finals of the WCOPA 2014.
Another finalist was Joanna Kwan who won gold for reaching the finals in the Senior Acting category. She also won four silvers in Classical, Contemporary, Open and Comedy and one bronze medal for Drama. Furthermore, she was the only Bruneian to be awarded with a BND 10,000 scholarship to the New York Film Academy and one industry award. I have seen her performed in Brunei and she’s just amazing. What a great choice to select her as a Brunei representative! Much deserved though Joanna was only aiming for the experience. Awesome!!
Starlet Maria has finally reached greater heights as compared to her previous outing last year in WCOPA 2013. This year she went two steps better by reaching the semi-finals and the grand finale. What’s best is that her original songs were recognized and made it to the finals. This really shows that we Bruneians have talents. Maria earned herself 4 gold medals including being a finalist. She also earned 1 Silver for Pop and 1 Bronze for Broadway in the Senior Vocal category. I’m proud of you, Eia 😀 I can imagine the sight of your parents when you touch down Brunei next week.
Other Brunei participants were Elizabeth Sim, Eden Chiam, Dayat, Ruby Chong, Bridget Ang and Adi Farhan which is a pretty good line up from Brunei Darussalam. Imagine this – we are one small nation and during the live coverage event, Brunei Darussalam was mentioned quite a few times on the event – firstly because of our participants for being in the finals, the announcement of the winner for Shian Li and two more mentions by Jeff the host because of our tweets from Brunei. Awesome!! Now I was wondering why Brunei Tourism only had a small involvement in this project as this show is watched by millions of people online. This would have been a superb opportunity to invest in this project hopefully for next year and to get that tiny percentage of the millions of people to be aware of Brunei alone is already considered a big achievement. Brunei Tourism managed to sponsor Bridget Ang’s ticket to Los Angeles. I do hope there will be more involvement from the relevant agency on this matter as it was proven that our talents can go that far and when they go that far, more names of Brunei Darussalam will be mentioned as it did during the finals of WCOPA 2014.
Enough of the small rant. But I’m happy to see local sponsors supporting the participants such as AEWON, Baiduri Bank, KFC and Laneige Brunei. The participants also managed to source their own sponsors such as Laily’s Bridal, Sab Five Five, Low family, Projecttunes, @brugraphic, Reyn’s Touch @ Bridal Collection, Mylol.info, Fitnesszone, @kingomar412, @haqimie267, Sri Maju Sawit and PL Sawit Sdn Bhd, Suci, Cedar Management Services and many more.
Those missed out on the finals still didn’t come empty handed. First timers Eden Chiam and Elizabeth Sim made it to the semi-finals. So overall, there were 5 Bruneians who made it to the semis. Eden won 5 medals – Original Works (Gold), Broadway and Pop (Silver) and Open and Soul, R&B and Jazz (Bronze) for the Junior Vocals. Elizabeth Sim competed in the Senior Acting Category and she earned Gold for Open and Drama and Bronze medals for Contemporary, Comedy and Open. She also won overall winner for the Drama category.
Dayat Hj Ahim competed in the Senior Vocals and he earned Silver for broadway, contemporary and World and Bronze for Open and R&B, Soul and Jazz category. Adi Daini earned one silver of Rock and Bronze for Open and R&B, Soul and Jazz for the Senior vocals with instrument.
Bridget Ang earned two Silvers for Open and Originals category in the Senior Vocals category while Ruby Chong earned two Bronze in Open and World category in the Senior Vocals category.
The participants from Brunei Darussalam after the WCOPA finals in Los Angeles
The finalists that made an impact for Brunei at the big stage – Joanna Kwan, Maria Grace and Shian Li
1 Grand World Champion for Jr Instrumentalist
3 Grand Finalists
2 Industry Award
Recipient of 10,000USD Scholarships from New York Film Academy
12 Gold Medals
13 Gold Medals
13 Silver Medals
This is considered another great achievement and milestone for Brunei considering we are a small nation but with a big heart and voice. I’m still amazed that we have 3 Bruneians featured in the finals alone and we are competing against a number of talents around the world. I also want to applaud Jeffery of Prismworks for making this possible for all the participants for another attempt at WCOPA. It’s never easy to organise and the logistics and all. I do hope I can plan for next year’s WCOPA for coverage purposes (Didn’t I say that last year? haha).
Overall, I’m just truly amazed that we can make a difference and by them just being there, it’s simply unbelievable to represent Brunei. I do hope one day that performing arts will have more recognition in Brunei and this will help to bring in more support not just the private sponsors but also the relevant government agencies in Brunei Darussalam.
For more updates, you can follow them on instagram @officialwcopabrunei
Shian Li’s reaction after being announced the winner for the Grand World Champion for the Junior Instrumental
Shian Li receiving her award
Shian Li and Jeffery (of Prismworks) the man who made Brunei possible in WCOPA events
James Kon of Borneo Bulletin interviewing one of the parents at KFC Yayasan last Saturday
Yes, guys, even kids and children still can get cancer at a young age and it can happen whether you are young or old. It was such a heart warming sight to see the kids play along during the games and being present at that very moment as if they are enjoying and cherishing that moment. It’s good to see KFC being involved with YASKA and not many attention has been given to the children, judging from the press releases in the media.
At the event, the kids were also given a meal so that they can break fast with. “Fasting is not compulsory for children and especially for the children with cancer. Though the children are undergoing treatment, the paediatric oncology ward is often decorated to celebrate for this festive season so they would not have to feel left out or often home leave is given whereby possible,” Tsara’ Nawwarah Abdullah Chen, Senior Occupational Therapist, RIPAS Hospital\Treasurer of YASKA.
YASKA’s mission is to provide information and support for children with cancer and their families, when we got to know them, we were touched by what this organization is doing and make it a point to promote them so that others in Brunei can reach out to them,” says Jonathan Bong, Senior Marketing Manager, KFC (B) Sdn Bhd.
Everyday the children are made to feel special especially during the treatment and at home and parents are often very aware of how precious these children are and the environment in the paediatric oncology ward has been filled with generous donations of educational toys and books and DVDs( often requested by the children for the latest cartoons and children movies) so the children are “entertained” and kept busy and distracted with activities. These are only possible through the various amounts of donations and activities carried by the occupational therapy staff and non-governmental agencies, added Tsara.
YASKA kids playing games at KFC Yayasan
Playing passing parcel
Passing the parcel activity
Musical chair time
Group photo with YASKA kids and KFC team
Edwin Khew will be in Brunei in August to share his idea on Eco-Smart City in the 7th National Environmental Conference. Image courtesy of CTI PFAN website.
In a session entitled “Bandar Seri Begawan as a Model Eco-Smart City”, guest speaker Edwin Khew, will share best practices on Singapore’s journey towards becoming a sustainable city; the challenges to anticipate, and strategies to overcome obstacles.
Edwin Khew is the the Chairman of Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS), a non-profit organization that assists the growth and development of cleantech businesses in Singapore and the region. He is also Managing Director of Anaergia Pte Ltd, a global environmental waste to energy technology and management company with its headquarters for Asia based in Singapore.
“Being smaller than Singapore and having more resources”, Khew said that Brunei has an advantage over Singapore to become an Eco-Smart state, and remarked that there can be areas of possible collaboration between the two countries to develop and implement green technologies. Brunei can excel and surpass Singapore in developing and implementing these new technologies and can start working with Singapore at test bedding these technologies as Singapore is just starting to test bed them now.”
Asked how a small country such as Brunei can make a difference, Khew remarked that the future for all urban cities is to be sustainable, and turning its capital city into an Eco-Smart City “will ensure sustainability, where energy, waste and water will be a nexus for which an Eco-Smart City must consider and achieve”.
Khew has 35 years of experience in the industries of water and waste treatment, energy and cleantech. In the last 15 years, he began to focus on waste management, after becoming concerned about the challenges of growing volumes of rubbish and the lack of landfills in a highly consumerist and disposable economy.
In the conference, Khew will share ideas with local industry experts from the government and private sector on effective strategies to create a sustainable city with topics ranging from waste management, urban planning, and green buildings.
Now on its 7th year, the National Environment Conference will discuss pertinent issues, revolving around the theme “Brunei’s Green Future: Ideas, Strategies, Possibilities.” The conference is open to all members of the public, and will be particularly worthwhile for overnment leaders, corporate and business leaders, environmental practitioners, eco-conscious consumers and students, among others.
The Conference is organized by Asia Inc Forum in partnership with Total E&P Borneo B.V., Butra Heidelberg Cement, Baiduri Bank and Brunei Press, with the support of the Ministry of Development and Ministry of Education.
For more information, please contact Low Leng May at may.low@asiaincforum.com, or call 2226555 ext 10. Press release by Asia Inc Forum.
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Check out the latest podcast review of The Fault with Our Stars with special guest Seng Yee
Drop by today as today’s the final day
For your information, Honey Carsmart have experience being a dealership with several Japanese brands before evolving into a full time dealership of local used cars. or your convenience and also with an affordable price.
So today (Sunday) is the final day of the Honey Casmart Grand Sale and it closes around 4pm. Too bad the Nissan 350Z has been taken already but there are still good quality cars for your perusal. the venue is at Simpang 635, Jalan Tutong at Bunut area before the petrol station at Jalan Hj Halus. You can also call their hotline for more information at 265 4131.
Some of the cars that are being sold
There are still plenty of cars
Every visitor gets a lucky dip
Hui Chiet got herself a sunshade
Some of the lucky prizes up for grabs
Bikes also on sale and it comes with 2 digit numbers
The associates of Honey Carsmart working hard during the Hari Raya Grand Sale
BIBD At-tamwil is there for the car financing
It’s at Simpang 635 Jalan Tutong at Bunut area
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DPMM FC heads to semis in Singapore League Cup
The first team line up from DPMM FC
Woohoo.. I salute DPMM FC for their resilience. They are back in business. Few weeks ago, they suffered a minor slip which allowed other teams to play catch in the S•League. However, now they are on a roll. They are still on the summit in the S•League and now they are in the semi-finals of the S•League Cup after beating Woodlands Wellington 3-1.
Why I said resilient is because they came back from behind with 10 minutes left. Once again, prolific scorer Rodrigo Tosi scored twice, once the equalizer and the winning goal late in the game. DPMM FC were already on the verge of elimination and scoring away from home is a big ask especially with limited time left. DPMM FC finished off the job with substitute Adi Said adding the third goal in injury time.
DPMM FC head coach Steve Kean praised both Tosi and Alviz for their performance two nights ago.
“Once we scored our first goal, we wanted to get it finished before extra time, and thankfully we did. They had their two strikers very wide upfront and that caused us some problems in defence,” said Steve Kean, who was slightly disappointed with his club after allowing Chang Jo Yoon to score in the 56th minute to break the deadlock.
Now DPMM FC will play Geylang International FC in the semi-finals which will be a tough one. Why? Because DPMM FC drew with Geylang International FC twice (home and away) with a 1-1 score line earlier in the S*League competition. Now this is a different ball game as winner takes all to go into the finals as the winner of this tie will meet either Tanjong Pagar United FC or Hougang United FC in the finals.
Good luck, DPMM FC, and it’s never easy for them especially those who are fasting during the month of Ramadhan. You can read more of the stories here and here.
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Woodlands Wellington scored first before going down to DPMM FC
Tosi scored twice with the help of Alviz
DPMM FC in action against Woodlands Wellington
Highlights of the match between DPMM FC and Woodsland Wellington
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Remembering MH17
His Majesty the Sultan send condolences
Shell confirms staff boarded MH17
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Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, centre, said on Friday at a press conference that the MH17’s flight route was declared safe by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), adding that the International Air Transportation Association had stated that the airspace the aircraft was traversing was not subject to restrictions. Image courtesy of Xinhua/Rex
Taken from feed news of The Brunei Times: Ukraine said passenger plane carrying 295 people was shot down on Thursday as it flew over the country, and both the government and the pro-Russia separatists fighting in the region denied any responsibility for downing the plane.
As plumes of black smoke rose up near a rebel-held village of Grabovo in eastern Ukraine, an Associated Press journalist counted at least 22 bodies at the crash site 40 km (25 miles) from the Russian border.
The plane appeared to have broken up before impact and the burning wreckage – including body parts and the belongings of passengers – was scattered over a wide area.
Malaysia Airlines tweeted that it lost contact with one of its flights carrying 280 passengers and 15 crew as it was traveling from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur over Ukrainian airspace, but did not yet confirm the crash.
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko called the downing an act of terrorism and called for an international investigation into the crash.
The Donetsk region government said a plane crashed Thursday near a village called Grabovo, which it said is currently under the control of the separatists. The region where the flight was lost has seen severe fighting between the two sides in recent days.
Anton Gerashenko, an adviser to Ukraine’s interior minister, said on his Facebook page the plane was flying at an altitude of 10,000 metres (33,000 feet). He said it was hit by a missile fired from a Buk launcher, which can fire missiles up to an altitude of 22,000 meters (72,000 feet).
The Malaysia Airlines plane is a Boeing 777-200ER, which was delivered to Malaysia Airlines on July 30, 1997, according to Flightglobal’s Ascend Online Fleets, which sells and tracks information about aircraft. It has more than 43,000 hours of flight time and 6,950 takeoffs and landings.
Poroshenko said his country’s armed forces didn’t shoot at any airborne targets.
“We do not exclude that this plane was shot down, and we stress that the Armed Forces of Ukraine did not take action against any airborne targets,” he said. “We are sure that those who are guilty in this tragedy will be held responsible.”
Separatist leader Andrei Purgin told The Associated Press that he was certain that Ukrainian troops had shot the plane down but gave no explanation or proof for his statement.
Purgin said he did not know whether rebel forces owned Buk missile launchers, but said even if they did, there had no fighters capable of operating it.
My Say: Firstly, my deepest condolences to the family and friends who are related to the passengers of MH17 of Malaysia Airlines. This is indeed another tragedy and news that I really didn’t want to hear. I hope there will be a definite conclusion to the ongoing investigation. There are so many speculations after the crash of MH17. I’m just sadden by the whole ordeal and I do hope the relevant authorities to get to the bottom of this.
Yes, this has been a bad year for Malaysia Airlines and it was reported that the shares have fallen 35% this year and perhaps Malaysia Airlines was still reeling from the impact of the flight MH370’s March disappearance. The shares have dropped down by 11% just today which is already a bad indication. It will take a milestone to bring back where Malaysia Airlines was. I believe Malaysia Airlines can get out of the deep hole and it will lead a great leadership to get pass the loss and the pain before it can bring back the confidence and trust from the public.
The scene taken after the crash.
Check out the new ACER Aspire Switch 10
Flexibility, the keyword for the new IT era, is key in being able to adapt to many changing and demanding needs of Bruneian IT consumers. And with the steady move of our daily computing from old-form desktops and laptops to tablets, especially touch-screen multi-format devices, Acer has made the huge leap in providing one of the best Notebook and Tablet all-in-one device in the ACER Aspire Switch 10.
The ACER Aspire Switch 10, winner of Digital Life Magazine’s Editor’s Choice 2014 award, will sport the latest Intel Atom processor, 2GB of Ram, 32GB built-in eMMC solid state drive and 500GB HDD, and a 10.1 inch touch-screen LCD with IPS technology. It is also significant to note that the ACER Switch 10 will include Microsoft Office Home and Student pre-installed, making it easier and much more convenient to do work on-the-go.
Fluidly Elegant.
The ACER Aspire Switch 10 knows design doesn’t only live in a static image. Design lives in use. It is the feeling of the metal under fingers, a smooth release, a conveniently slim profile. Acer Snap Hinge™ design is flipping, folding, docking, detaching and all of the activities that ensue.
Delightfully Productive.
The ACER Aspire Switch 10’s Intel® Atom™ processor and Microsoft InstantGo means a smooth, fast experience and less time wasted. AcerCloud™ allows you to access your files anywhere on any device. Its more productive, which means you can be too.
Stunningly Vibrant.
The ACER Aspire Switch 10 makes visuals enjoyable in any situation. From a game between airport gates to a TV show caught between classes to an interactive kid’s book before goodnight, the Zero Air Gap (direct bonding) and IPS1 technology offer a stunning display for one or many.
Extraordinarily Bright.
Whether you’re an indoors person, an outdoors person, or a bit of both, the Aspire Switch 10 is designed to be used everywhere you go. Its LumiFlex™ display technology provides optimized color control that lets you watch videos and share photos even under the sun.
Immensely Adaptable.
Use the ACER Aspire Switch 10 as a portable tablet, type with its keyboard for productivity, pivot its screen to share a presentation with others, or flip it to watch a movie when space is limited. Switch between laptop, tablet, display screen and tent modes to enhance your work and play.
Vincent Pao, General Manager of Concepts Computer, speaking to the media, said, “Concepts Computer is proud to introduce to the Bruneian market, the ACER Aspire Switch 10, built for the future and combines flexibility, portability and vibrancy in a package that puts you in control of your work and play on-the-go.” He continued, “Concepts Computer will always step-up to provide the perfect solution from Acer, making sure that it is affordable and well-built, and we believe the ACER Aspire Switch 10 is a good addition to our portfolio of ACER Connected Devices.”
Zul Abdul Rahman, Marketing Executive at Concepts Computer, also added, “With Microsoft Office Home and Student pre-installed on all ACER Aspire Switch 10s, that’s another cost of productivity that we are providing to customers for free, making sure that our customers will get full functionality at an affordable price.”
The ACER Aspire Switch 10 is available at Concepts Computer for $608 only and comes with a free detachable keyboard that can also be used as a screen protector. For more information call 2233551, 2233552 or 2233553.
This is one cool gadget to have especially when you are traveling
The amazing thing is the extra HHD you get from the keyboard which is around 500 GIG
Many functions here from the ACER Aspire Switch 10
Zul Abdul Rahman, Marketing Executive of Concepts Computer, Pao Jia Wan of Concepts Computer, Vincent Pao, General Manager of Concepts Computer and Richard Soo, Branch Manager from Acer Sales showcasing the ACER Aspire Switch 10
Acer Aspire Switch 10 Unboxing and Impressions!
World Cup is over? NOT for Malppy! Malppy.com is going all out with their final world cup fever sales this weekend with their massive 30% on their favorite features items. Visit Malppy.com to see the selected features items and grab them now with a 3 days FREE delivery or self collection in their office anytime. Crazy discount like this dont happen all the time, hurry while stock last! (SALES valid only from Friday to Sunday)
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Throwing their hat into the ring for a share of the portable device market, Dell has created a dedicated band of tablets to meet the needs of customers who are the epitome of the evolving workforce. The New Dell Venue tablets offer the ability to connect, share, and access content with ease.
The Dell Venue 7 Android-based tablets are affordable, feature-rich tablets for people who want to be constantly connected wherever they are. The tablets have an upscale fit and finish, and are designed with longevity in mind with the right components so that customers will be just as delighted with the tablet after a year or more of use.
The tablets are based on Intel processing power for speed, responsiveness, and battery efficiency. It features Intel Atom Z2560 processors (up to 1.6 GHz), 2GB of Memory, 16 GB storage capacity, has a 0.3 MP Webcam (front) and 3MP Photo camera (back). It also comes with OTG capability and MicroSD Card Reader. The 7′ tablet is large enough to watch your media of choice comfortably, especially with the WXCA 1280 x 800 resolution, but small enough to hold comfortably and slip into your pocket or handbag.
There are also a full range of optional accessories such as a keyboard, and optimal speakers to enhance the Dell tablet experience.
Until 28th July, Netcom has the perfect Hari Raya Deal, with any purchase of a new Dell Venue 7, they will be giving away a Dell Shell Case, Kingston 16GB Micro SD Card and Kingston 8GB OTG Pendrive, as well as free registration to Netcom’s membership. This offer is limited to the first 100 customers. For more details call 2231563/4 or your nearest Netcom Branch.
Associates of Netcom showcasing the new Dell Venue tablets
A new Dell Venue 7
Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Ghanim International Food Corporation Feby Latip handing over a mock cheque to Pg Datin Hjh Noraini, Executive Operational Trustee of Pusat Ehsan
Hari Raya cheer came early for Pusat Ehsan recently when Brunei Halal made a generous donation to the centre as a gesture of goodwill and care towards the special children in this blessed month of Ramadhan. A total of $2,000 in donations was presented by Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Ghanim International Food Corporation Feby Latip to Pg Datin Hjh Noraini, Executive Operational Trustee of Pusat Ehsan who was on hand to receive the contribution.
Students queued up to receive donations in form of ‘green packets’ and products from Brunei Halal representatives. According to Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Ghanim International Food Corporation Feby Latip, it was fitting that BruneiHalal reached out to Pusat Ehsan as the centre has been around for quite some time and the intent is to inculcate community wellbeing amongst the staff of the company.
She went on to say that the centre for special needs is a great organisation that is very committed to providing quality care to its individuals and the company is very keen to assist particularly during Ramadhan. She also added that the company has a Sport and Social committee as well as a corporate social responsibility section which aim to foster greater relationship as well as care within and outside the company.
The ceremony was witnessed by representatives from the trading and marketing arm of the halal products company, Ghanim International Food Corporation along with staff and representatives of Brunei Halal and Pusat Ehsan. Brunei Halal was created out of the aim to address the growing requisite for halal, quality, safety and sustainability in all aspects of consumption and the company assures that all products are halal and wholesome in its properties. Image and text courtesy of Rebecca Oi of The Brunei Times.
Handing over green packets to the students
Handing over green packets to the students
Check out the great deals from Honey Carsmart Grand Sale this weekend. Click image to enter their official website.
Have you ever heard of Honey Carsmart? You will be surprised that this company has been around for 30 years. Amazing!! And they are known for selling used cars or second hand cars. Apparently in Brunei, there are not many licensed used car dealers and it’s good to know that Honey Carsmart is one of the licensed ones in Brunei.
This weekend (Saturday and Sunday) on 19th and 20th July, they will be having a Hari Raya Grand Sale at their car yard at Bunut. So hence I’m sharing this information with you. Honey Carsmart have experience being a dealership with several Japanese brands before evolving into a full time dealership of local used cars.
The company also boasts one branch office, two car yards and two general workshops for their cars. When you buy from them, you will also be offered motor insurance for your convenience and also with an affordable price.
During the Hari Raya Grand Sale, they will be displaying more than 300 used cars and even motorcycles. Perhaps the top of the crop deals are such as the Nissan 350Z convertible and the Mercedes Benz SL600. By the way, there won’t be any bookings for any of the cars during the Hari Raya Grand Sale promotion. It will be first come, first serve basis so this will be a fair practice for all.
Good news to all visitors that you will be entitled to a lucky draw dip and you can win gifts useful for Hari Raya. But first, you will need to register yourself as a visitor. Two financing institutions will be on duty on the weekend should they want to purchase the car on the spot.
So drop by on these special occasion from 9am to 4pm and I highly recommend to my readers not to miss this opportunity. For your info, the venue is at Simpang 635, Jalan Tutong at Bunut area before the petrol station at Jalan Hj Halus. You can also call their hotline for more information at 265 4131. Happy shopping.
Mercedes Benz SL600 on sale
Nissan 350Z convertible on sale too
BMW also up for grabs
Mazda
Volkswagen
Yhe venue is at Simpang 635, Jalan Tutong at Bunut area before the petrol station at Jalan Hj Halus
The main branch at Jln Bunut which is also not far from the car yard sale
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Acer Liquid Smartphones
Sales at Icon Design Store
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Late posting: Back dated 9th July on the issue of the top-up cards from Progresif Cellular.
Zul Abdul Rahman, Marketing Executive of Concepts Computer, with associates of Concepts Computer showcasing the IT bundle promotion
Awesome deals now available at Concepts Computer and you purchase the items with their IT bundles in a form of hampers so this make it very ideal for gifts and all. This is the first time also the Concepts Computer are having such bundled promotions for the likes of their customers.
You can enjoy bundles from $18 to $1,118 and you can get items ranging from Epson and Acer from Concepts Computer.
Zul Abdul Rahman, Marketing Executive of Concepts Computer, shared this is ideal for consumers who have trouble choosing the right products because of the variety of choices. Hence Concepts Computer made it simpler by putting a few items together with an affordable price.
For more information on the IT bundles, visit the nearest Concepts Computer showroom or call 2233551 and 2233552.
Will Brunei retain the Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy this August? Image courtesy of The Brunei Times.
Perhaps the highlight earlier this year was when the management were conducting trials for the Brunei U-21 team back in January as they were preparing for the supposedly tournament earlier in April 2014. The plan didn’t materialised in terms of hosting the event in April and it was postponed till further notice. However, this is still great news because this will give ample time for Brunei to prepare for the HBT tournament. They were already many question marks as why the trials were only planned three months before the actual tournament then as it’s never easy to gel new players in the time span given. I’m not pretty sure how the preparations have been since beginning of the year but I’m sure that manager Hj Feisal Hj Eusoff and coach Kwon Oh-Son have sorted this out.
Last weekend was the draw for the Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy 2014 and Brunei is now placed in Group B with the likes of Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. In Group A are Timor-Leste, Laos, the Philippines, Myanmar and Thailand. The only one missing here is Indonesia as they won’t be able to compete due to the clashes with the ongoing Indonesian football league.
Well, I still find that a bit odd since Indonesia has a population of 200 million and yet they can’t field a squad of 24 to represent Indonesia U-21. I kinda find that reason to be … ah, no comment. For your info, Indonesia was runner-up in the previous tournament and it was a very heated match, not for the players on the field but for the supporters out there as there were commotions happening prior to the match and during the match. Sometimes when you are too passionate about your country and the ego get the better of you, things are easier to escalate to an uglier scene.
As for a vote of uncertainty, team manager Hj Feisal Hj Eusoff shared that Brunei is not ready for next month’s 5th Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy as he said they are far from being prepared for the August 9-23 regional Under-21 tournament. He said that the players’ are not at the level they should be and further more, they haven’t selected their first eleven, let alone choosing the final 18 squad.
I believe there is still hope for Brunei. They did it two years ago with great difficulty and yet they prevail. Brunei is the defending champion and I believe they can excel to greater heights.
The manager conveyed his thanks to DPMM FC for allowing to use some of their players – Adi Said, Najib and Hendra and also thanked National Football Association of Brunei Darussalam (NFABD) for their never ending support and also to the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports.
I shall update you the progress of the Brunei U-21 team. For now, good luck for the preparations.
Team manager Hj Feisal Hj Eusoff during the draw last weekend. Image courtesy of The Brunei Times.
Malaysian High Commissioner Datuk Hj Ag Sahak making the draw for Malaysia team. Image courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
This is the crowd that we are gonna miss – the Indonesian fans
Najib from DPMM FC will be representing Brunei U-21 team
Hendra will be in Brunei colours once again this August
The actual draw for this year’s HBT 2014
Let’s hope that the crowd can be controlled especially when it comes to ticket distribution. Do you think there should be a small value given for the tickets? Image courtesy of @iam_nashar
Wu Chun with Giorgio Armani at Fashion Week in France
As glamorous haute couture creations takes the runway in paris, media from around the globe gather at Paris for the pre-fall and winter collection Fashion Week in the months of July. Not only that, fashion enthusiasts from around the world fly in to Paris during this month to enjoy the great summer sales and at the same time, trying to get a glimpse of all the world renowned designers and celebrities at all the famous museum which are used as the venue for most of the fashion show for the top designers in the fashion industry.
Wu Chun who has been recognised as a fashion figure in the showbiz partly because of his well-built physical appearance has a close relationship with some of the top fashion designer brands in the world and has attended numerous fashion shows or invited as the spokesperson for the opening ceremony for the designer stores.
Christian Dior’s couture show in Paris on Monday was the fashion equivalent of a concept album.The show was held at Musée Rodin’s gardens in a circular tent decorated with thousands of white orchids and displayed the latest confections by Belgian designer Raf Simons.
Extended over six segments, models dressed in everything from full-skirted ballgowns to full-length fur coats, chiffon slips and embroidered parachute silk boilersuits walked around a circular white room wrapped in chrome and covered – floor to ceiling – in white orchids. It even had a soundtrack of alpha experimentalists Sonic Youth.
This year, Wu Chun was invited to experience the Fashion week in Paris where he had the chance to sit in the front row with some of the top celebrities such as Jennifer Lawrence who fame has shot up during the last few years with her blockbuster hit, The Hunger game. Wu Chun was also joined by the Harry Potter female lead actress, Emma Watson,Charlize Theron and Sean Penn at the Christian Dior Fashion Show. Put together, it was a dizzying expression of creative director Raf Simons’ vision for this revered Parisian house: futuristic, red carpet friendly and art-house all at once.
In the show notes, Simons said the Dior collection was about bringing “the attitude of contemporary reality to something very historical” and finding something modern as the result. This concept collection – assured, new but rich with varied reference – suggests he might have done just that.
The Simons effect at Dior sent couture sales soaring by 14% to £601m in the last six months of 2013. This, in turn, has boosted the ready-to-wear side of the business. Asia and the US are emerging as the markets where Dior does particularly well. Monday’s couture outing will only boost a house on the up.
According to Wu Chun,” The things that excite me this time is i am attending the Haute Couture collection fashion shows which is very much difference from the Ready-to-wear collection. Couture collection are all the limited edition pieces and i was amazed by all the creativities and workmanship of the highest level in the world of fashion.Of course, being alongside all the hollywood A-lists was a blast experience for me as well.”
 
Woohoo. I see Jennifer Lawrence and Emma Watson
Wu Chun at the Fashion week
Wu Chun posing for the camera
Quotes from Wu Chun – “”Its great to be back to Paris again, the city of ‘Fashion’ and feel honoured to be invited to Chanel, Christian Dior and Giorgio Armani Fashion shows during my 4 days trip. Its such a pleasure to wear the suit personally selected by My Giorgio Armani, a very down to earth icon who had his autograph on a baby Armani Suit for my 9 months old baby boy.”
“Today, fashion is really about sensuality-how a person feels on the inside. In the ’80s women used suits with exaggerated shoulders and waists to make a strong impression. Women are now more comfortable with themselves and their bodies-they no longer feel the need to hide behind their clothes. Fashion is not only about the clothes. Its about your body shape, your personality and the confident you have to express what you wear.”
Wu Chun at the Fashion week
Wu Chun selfie-ing with fans
Wu Chun having fun in Paris
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The most popular TV presenter of the World Cup from Korea 😀
Happening tonight 15th July 7pm to midnight at Galleria YMRM Tungku Link Branch only
The chairs also going pretty cheap at $14.90 for banquet chairs
I realised this isn’t part of the package
Have you get your songkok for Hari Raya?
Loads of super discounts tonight only at YMRM Tungku Link branch
Finally L’Occitane is now open at Mabohai Shopping Complex
The management of the Mabohai Shopping Complex is very pleased to welcome L’OCCITANE to the Mabohai Shopping Complex. The shop opened its doors to the public on 7th July 2014.
L’OCCITANE offers a variety of personal care products, including face, body and hair care, and fragrances using ingredients gathered in the south of France and around the Mediterranean. Renowned for its high-quality, effective and natural beauty products, L’OCCITANE is anchored in Provence, France, where the fragrant fields of lavender are a constant reminder of the natural richness of this region.
The first L’OCCITANE store opened in 1981, in Provence. In 2013, L’OCCITANE had a presence in over 90 countries, with over 2,200 stores. In 2014, their story continues in the South East Asian region with its first store opening in Brunei Darussalam.
The opening of L’OCCITANE at Mabohai Shopping Complex further cements the vision of the Management to have branded and internationally recognized products as part of its growing family of tenants. Fans of L’OCCITANE’s high quality products now need not travel abroad to obtain or refill their favourite L’OCCITANE products.
In addition fans of L’OCCITANE will be delighted to know that the store carries its best-selling items such as the Shea Butter hand cream, and the L’OCCITANE Immortelle series, known for the anti-ageing properties. Aside from buying sole items, customers can also get L’Occitane gift boxes as presents for their loved ones, including men with its perfume series, Verdon.
Customers are also entitled to a L’OCCITANE Brunei VIP card with a nett purchase of $100, which gives them a five per cent discount on normal priced items.
The Complex Manager of Mabohai shopping complex, Yee-Man Cheng said that they are delighted to welcome L’OCCITANE to Mabohai shopping complex. “We’re thrilled that they have chosen this place to complement several other international brands residing at the premises.”
Visitors are welcome to visit the store which is located at the first floor of Mabohai Shopping Complex.
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Nationwide prayers for Palestine at 13 mosques at 10:45am tomorrow
Siti Kamaluddin receiving the award for Yasmine as the Best Asian Film in the Neuchâtel International Fantastic Film Festival 2014. Image courtesy of @NIFFF
Siti Kamaluddin who was recently in Switzerland to receive the award was very grateful for her team and she didn’t expect to win anything and furthermore, she was already contented on just being nominated among the other Asian movies. What amazed me is that Yasmine even managed to pip The Raid 2: Berandal in that same category and I truly love the Raid 2 because of its pure execution and artistic violence. Siti shared that Yasmine has the heart warming storyline as compared to The Raid 2.
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Siti was also shocked that it also beat out her favourite director Tsui Hark who directed Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon 3D in the award. Other movies listed in the Asian Film category were Kung Fu Divas (the Philippines), Live (Japan), Monsoon Shootout (India), That Demon Within (Hong-Kong), The Raid 2: Berandal (Indonesia), The Suspect (South Korea) and Young Detective Dee (China).
Congratulations once again to the Siti, Din and the whole crew of Origins Film in reaching a new milestone even if the movie isn’t even out yet in Brunei. Let’s not put pressure here now on what to expect on Yasmine the movie but let’s embrace the fact that we Bruneians are able to compete with other foreign talents given the opportunity.
The crew has making round visits to private and government schools in Brunei to a very warm reception. Currently Liyana the main star and her co-star Nadia are in Jakarta for a similar roadshow to increase awareness of Yasmine. With this news, I’m super excited and I can’t wait to attend the Premiere night of Yasmine the movie in August.
At the Neuchâtel International Fantastic Film Festival 2014 yesterday. Image courtesy of @NIFFF
Siti Kamaluddin and Man Ching with the writer of Game of Thrones – George RR Martin at the film award. Image courtesy of @sitikamaluddin
Meanwhile in Indonesia, Liyana and the gang made some visits to the local schools and talked about Yasmine. Image courtesy of @yasminethemovie
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