Image: AFA Community CEO, Samuel Siew (left) and Youth and Sports Minister, YB Hannah Yeoh (right) at the launch of AFA Superapp in Kuala Lumpur last week. AFA Community Sdn. Bhd is championing the digitalisation of sporting activities in Malaysia with the introduction of its new AFA Superapp — a sports community platform that lets users create…More
Island Shangri-La launches themed room experiences in the hotel’s newly enhanced guest rooms and suites
AFTNN Following on from the introduction of its newly enhanced guest rooms and suites, Island Shangri-La has launched a series of unique themed experiences that are sure to delight guests of all ages. As well as enjoying a host of upgraded features and amenities, families checking into the newly renovated rooms can choose from four…More
IOC announces Olympic Esports Series 2023 with winners to be crowned at live finals in Singapore from 22 to 25 June, 2023
Source: AFTNN On 1 March 2023, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced details of the Olympic Esports Series 2023, a global virtual and simulated sports competition created by the IOC and in collaboration with International Federations (IFs) and game publishers. The initially confirmed featured games across nine sports are: The Olympic Esports Series 2023 begins…More
The annual health-care cost of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and cancer in Malaysia exceeds RM 9.65 billion (US $2.16 billion)
A new report from the Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia and the World Health Organization (WHO), Direct Health-care Cost of Noncommunicable Diseases in Malaysia, reveals that hospitalizations, medical tests, medications, and primary care consultations of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and cancer, annually cost the Malaysian economy upwards of RM 9.65 billion. “Even without…More
OCBC CYCLE KL returns to Dataran Merdeka on Sunday, 12 March 2023 after three-year hiatus
Registration for the “The City Ride” hits 2,200 prior to official launch, still open until 16 February 2023 OCBC Cycle Kuala Lumpur – dubbed “The City Ride” for its emphasis on enabling extended rides on closed roads in the heart of the city returns on Sunday, 12 March 2023, following a 3-year hiatus due to…More
Take your 2023 Results to new levels with these 3 Fitness Trends
Shake up your workouts with these three fitness trends. 1. Smart Home Gyms to Complement In-Club Exercise Home gyms became a hot commodity during the pandemic and their popularity is standing strong aspeople invest in quality equipment to support their at-home exercise efforts. However, while many gotinto the swing of convenient home workouts during Covid-19,…More
The hills are alive with The Sound of Music in Malaysia!
The world’s best-loved musical, The Sound of Music, premieres in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at the Istana Budaya from 27 December 2022 until 15 January 2023 with a brand-new international production. This highly acclaimed original production tells the uplifting true story of Maria, the fun-loving governess who changed the lives of the widowed Captain von Trapp…More
WHO and football icons rally to score a goal for “Health for All” to build healthier future
On Universal Health Coverage Day (UHC Day), the World Health Organization (WHO) teams up with international football icons to urge action by governments and people across the world to achieve health for all. UHC ensures that everyone, everywhere can access the support they need to be and stay healthy without being driven into financial hardship.…More
Doctors develop new, accessible healthcare and wellness brand for men
Via AFTNN/PRNewsGIG Hisential, a men’s healthcare and wellness brand, has opened its first clinic at the prestigious Bangsar Shopping Centre (BSC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Accessible to men of all ages, the warm and luxe-inspired clinic offers a variety of health optimisation services and treatments, including chronic disease management, regular health screenings, hair transplants, screenings…More
The World Games 2025 Application for Sports Selection is underway
Seeking to be in at TWG 2025 With just under 1,000 days to go before the start of The World Games in Chengdu, Peoples Republic of China, the application process for the multi-sport event from 7-17 August 2025 has begun. Member Federations of the International World Games Association have until 16th December to submit their…More
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