Malaysia Airlines commences its Airbus A380 service from Kuala Lumpur to the capital of Hong Kong starts 1 May 2013.Currently Malaysia Airlines flies twice daily toHong Kongon the A330-300 and B737-800. The superjumbo will be replacing the A330-300 service fromKuala LumpurtoHong Kongand will operate on MH72/MH73.

In a simple yet meaningful inaugural flight event at the KL International Airport graced by Malaysia Airlines’ Group Chief Executive Officer Ahmad Jauhari Yahya and Malaysia Airlines’ senior management staff, the superjumbo operating flight MH72 was given a ceremonious send-off at 9:15am this morning.The full capacity A380 flight took off forHong Kong, 41 years after its maiden flight operations on the B737 between the two cities on 1 October 1972.

Speaking at the send-off event, Malaysia Airlines’ Group CEO, Ahmad Jauhari Yahya said “The decision to fly the A380 toHong Kongis to showcase our newest premium offering in products and services – improved comfort, luxury and convenience to our guests.”

“Hong Konghas great potential due to its good mix of Business and Leisure travellers—the city has a promising market and I also believe that our membership in the oneworld alliance from 1 February 2013 will also contribute to our load factor”.In conjunction with the introductory, the airline offered its customers attractive Economy Class fares fromKuala LumpurtoHong Kongfor only RM760 all-in return on a promotion from 17 April until 20 May 2013.

MASholidays, the travel arm of Malaysia Airlines also offered vacation packages for 4D/3N in Hong Kong with a choice of City Tour, visit to Disneyland or Ocean Park from RM1416 onwards.”We decided to reward our passengers with these irresistible promotions as our customers were very excited when they heard we were flying the A380 toHong Kong”

“We generated more than 2,000 passenger sales between 13 April to date under this campaign and the numbers are still growing. This promotion has helped us kick-start the momentum to drive more sales on the A380 toHong Kongroute.”

With the A380 replacing the A330-300, Malaysia Airlines is also introducing First Class travel on this route. The super jumbo has eight First Class seats on the main deck, which converts into a full flat bed of 87 inches in length and a width of 40 inches, making it the widest seats amongst other airlines. Each seat boasts an individual 23-inch in-flight entertainment screen with personal closet and stowage for coat, luggage, laptop and personal belongings.

The airlines’ A380 also has 66 Business Class seats on the upper deck and each comes with individual 17 inches in-flight entertainment screen, the largest amongst Malaysia Airlines’ Business Class. Personal items stowage is available on each seat along with 115VAC PED power supply and USB port.

Hong Kong is the national carrier’s third A380 destination afterLondon and Paris.

AirAsia has launched promotional fares for the upcoming ‘Amazing Thailand Grand Sale’ to various destinations in Thailand from Kuala Lumpur and Penang. The promotional seats are available for booking from now – 12^th May 2013 for the travel period from now – 15^th December 2013.

The ‘Amazing Thailand Grand Sale’ is an annual event held by the Tourism Authority of Thailand which will be taking place from the 15^th June 2013 – 15^th August 2013 this year.Guests will be able to enjoy promotional all-in-fares when they choose to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Krabi, and Phuket from as low as RM69* one way and from Penang to Bangkokfrom as low as RM179* one way.

Bookings for this promotion are available at www.airasia.com, as well as via AirAsia’s mobile booking platforms through WAP enabled phones at mobile.airasia.com and AirAsia apps on iPhone and Android devices.Additionally, there will also be an added flight frequency from Penang to Bangkok in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya celebrations throughout the travel period from 8^th – 13^th August 2013. The additional flight frequency is already available for booking online at www.airasia.com from today onwards and promotional all-in-fares are from RM399* one way.

Kenny Wong, Commercial Director of AirAsia Berhad said, “Well known for its affordable shopping, beautiful beaches, delicious food and rich culture, Thailand has a lot to offer to both business and leisure travelers alike. We foresee many Malaysians making travel plans during the upcoming Hari Raya celebrations.In addition, the demand for the Penang-Bangkok route has grown steadily so we are delighted to introduce additional frequencies to meet the demands of our guests during the festive period.”

Guests are encouraged to pre-book their check-in baggage allocation online along with their flight bookings as they are able to save up to 66% as compared to checking-in their bags over the airport counter.

Apart from that, guests are also able to pre-book their in-flight meals with a wide variety of hot meals available on board with an option to book up to two meals for each guest. Check-in baggage allocation, in-flight meals, Pick-A-Seat, travel insurance and more are all available online and guests are able to add or make changes to their booking very simply through ‘Manage My Booking’.

For more updates on AirAsia’s latest innovations, as well as promotions, activities and contests, connect with them via Twitter (twitter.com/AirAsia) or Facebook (facebook.com/AirAsia).

*Promotional Fares include airport taxes and fees (all-in-fares). Flights and fares are subject to availability and

are for one way travel only

Additional Flight Schedules:

Jessica of female K-pop group Girls’ Generation and rapper Eun Ji-won are set to feature in the upcoming episode of ‘Running Man’ airing on 10 May, Friday at11.45pm, first and exclusively on ONE/ONE HD.

The two guest stars join the main cast members in what will be an ‘Animal Kingdom’ special on location at the Everland Resort theme park in Yongin, Gyeonggi in South Korea. It is home to tigers, polar bears, horses, rhinoceroses, giraffes, birds, monkeys, birds, seals, sea lions, penguins and more.

The challenge involves everyone seeking out an animal partner and everyone has to wear headgear of an animal that most resembles themselves. Jessica, who joins Running Man for the third time, dons an adorable rabbit headpiece, and demonstrates her passion to win by leading the team, while Eun Ji-won puts on a panda.

Despite this being Eun Ji-won’s first appearance on the urban reality adventure show, he hits it off very well with Lee Kwangsu and Haha and to great comedy, with Yoo Jae Suk noting their excellent chemistry as a trio.

Meanwhile, Kwangsu whose partner is a giraffe will have everyone in stitches with his comical imitation of a giraffe while wearing the giraffe headpiece.

Catch Girls’ Generation’s Jessica and rapper Eun Ji-won in action on Running Man, premiering 10 May, Friday at11.45pm, first and exclusively on ONE/ONE HD

TVXQ is coming  for <TVXQ! Live World Tour ‘Catch Me’ In Kuala Lumpur> at Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam on 18 May! In the meantime, Universal Music Malaysia will be bringing in TVXQ Official Concert Merchandise and Universal Music is going to organize a TVXQ concert merchandise pre-order event on 11 May (Saturday), 12pm to 8pm at 6^th Floor, Sg Wang Plaza, Kuala Lumpur.

The imported concert merchandise from South Korea included T-Shirt, light sticks, towels, folders, postcards, and other various items. This pre-order activity is specially organized by Universal Music Malaysia to offer Malaysia Cassiopeia for their convenience so that they can pre-order their favorite concert merchandise in advance and collect it on the day of the concert at Official Merchandise counter. Do not worry if you are not able to attend the pre-order activity, you can also purchase it at Official Merchandise counter on the day of the concert. Available products are in limited quantity, while stocks last.

TVXQ! was temporarily stepped out of the lime light since <The 3rd Asia Tour Concert MIROTIC in Seoul> in 2009. Four years on, TVXQ! members Uknow and Max returned to the K-Pop music scene in the form of a duo and introduced the brand new album <Catch Me> in 2012.

After an absence of 6 years, the K-POP duo, TVXQ! will be back to dazzle fans with their live world tour “Catch Me” in Kuala Lumpur – to be held at Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam, 18th May 2013.

The new tour commenced in Seoul, Korea, October 2012 and proved to be more popular than ever, with 20,000 concert tickets completely sold out within five minutes. The K-Pop phenomena is making history as the first K-POP band to embark on a tour that includes performances at five major entertainment domes in Japan; following a concert at the Saitama Super Arena, TVXQ! then moves on to perform at Tokyo Dome, Osaka Kyocera Dome, Fukuoka Yahoo! Japan Dome, Sapporo Dome and last but not least Nagoya Dome. The world tour will also take the dynamic duo to Hong Kong, Beijing and other Asian cities.

<TVXQ! Live World Tour ‘Catch Me’ In Kuala Lumpur> , organized by JPM Music, tickets prices range from RM168 to RM 688:

Sitting zone: RM168-RM688

Rock Zone: RM 688

Please visit TicketCharge Web Site www.ticketcharge.com.my  for more ticketing information.

For further information about TVXQ concert merchandise pre-sales activity, please stay tune to Universal Music Malaysia Official Website (www.universalmusic.com.my), Facebook: Universal Music Malaysia / Universal Music Malaysia Chinese or call to hotline 03-79587433 (ext 205/102).

Kemuncak tahun ini di Indonesia Mencari Bakat 3 yang terdiri dari dua finalis yakni penari cilik yang berasal dari Bogor, Sandrina Azzahra yang akan bersaing dengan pelukis pasir , Vina Candrawati.

Indonesia Mencari Bakat 3 adalah program realiti yang diadakan untuk mencari bakat-bakat terbaik di Indonesia. Dewan jurinya yang terdiri dari Titi Sjuman, Addie Ms, Deddy Corbuzier, Soimah Pancawati dan Syahrini. Program yang dihoskan oleh Omesh ini telah berlangsung hampir enam bulan yang bersiaran di dua buah negara Indonesia dan Malaysia.

Persaingan antara dua finalis dinilai cukup sengit. Kedua mereka mempunyai bakat dan kehebatan  yang luar biasa. Sandrina seorang penari Jaipong yang baru berumur 11 tahun menampilkan 3 tarian pada minggu lalu (5mei 2013) iaitu tari laser, tari liong bersama barongsai dan tari ala Michael Jackson. Beliau mendapat banyak pujian dari para juri. “Satu lagi kemampuan kamu yang terlihat adalah bisa menyesuaikan dengan kelompok tarian mana saja,” ujar Addie MS .

Manakala Vina melukis di pasir bersama suaminya Denny Darko, menggambar terbalik dan juga melakar wajah Michael Jackson menggunakan kakinya. “Tadinya saya bingung, ini temanya Michael Jackson. Saya nggak abis pikir saja sama Vina, bisa menampilkan konsep ini, verry entertaining,” puji Deddy Corbuzier.

Keduanya cuba memberikan persembahan yang terbaik. Bagaimanakah persiapan mereka untuk persembahan terakhir di pentas IMB3 dan siapakah yang akan bergelar juara Indonesia Mencari Bakat musim ini? Saksikan putaran akhir 11 dan 12 Mei ini jam 8 malam hanya yang terbaik dari Bintang 141, Indopek Astro. Ditayangkan eksklusif sama hari dengan Indonesia.

HTC, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today launched its new flagship smartphone, the new HTC One.  Crafted with a distinct zero-gap aluminium unibody, the new HTC One introduces HTC BlinkFeed™, HTC Zoe™ and HTC BoomSound™, key new HTC Sense^® innovations that reinvent the mobile experience and set a new standard for smartphones.

“People today immerse themselves in a constant stream of updates, news and information. Although smartphones are one of the main ways we stay in touch with the people and information we care about, conventional designs have failed to keep pace with how people are actually using them,” saidSK Wong, Country Manager ofHTCMalaysia. “A new, exciting approach to the smartphone is needed and with the newHTCOne, we have re-imagined the mobile experience from the ground up to reflect this new reality.”

HTC BlinkFeed: A personal live stream right on the home screen

At the centre of the new HTC One experience is HTC BlinkFeed. HTC BlinkFeed is a bold new experience that transforms the home screen into a single live stream of personally relevant information such as social updates, entertainment and lifestyle updates, news and photos with immersive images so that people no longer need to go to separate applications to find out what’s happening.  HTC BlinkFeed aggregates the freshest content from the most relevant and interesting sources, giving it to people at a glance, all in one place, without the need to jump between multiple applications and web sites. 

To enable this new dynamic approach to the smartphone, HTCwill provide both local and global content from more than 1,400 media sources with more than 10,000 articles per day from some of the most innovative media companies, such as the AOL family of media properties, ESPN, MTV, Vice Media, CoolHunting, Reuters and many others. For more information on HTCBlinkFeed’s content partners, visit the HTC Blog.

HTC UltraPixel Camera with HTC Zoe

The breakthrough HTC UltraPixel Camera redefines how people capture, relive and share their most precious moments. HTC Zoe gives people the ability to shoot high-res photos that come to life in three-second snippets.  These Zoes, photos and videos are then displayed in a unique way that brings the gallery to life and transforms the traditional photo gallery of still images into a motion gallery of memories.  It also automatically creates integrated highlight films from each event comprised of Zoes, photos and videos set to music with professionally designed cuts, transitions and effects. These highlight videos can be remixed or set to different themes, and can be easily shared on social networks, email and other services.                                                                                                      

To enable this innovative camera experience, HTCdeveloped a custom camera that includes a best-in-class f/2.0 aperture lens and a breakthrough sensor with UltraPixels that gather 300 percent more light than traditional smartphone camera sensors.  This new approach also delivers astounding low-light performance and a variety of other improvements to photos and videos. In addition, the perfect self-portrait or video is just a tap away with an ultra-wide angle front-facing camera which supports 1080p video capture. Multi-axis optical image stabilisation for both the front and rear cameras also helps ensure video footage smoother whether stationary or on the move. HTC UltraPixel camera adds many other features and effects such as enhanced 360′ panorama, time sequencing and object removal. 

HTC BoomSound

The new HTCOne offers the best audio experience of any mobile phone available today. HTC BoomSound introduces for the first time on a phone, front-facing stereo speakers with a dedicated amplifier and an amazing full HD display that immerses people in music, videos, games and the YouTube™ clips they love. Beats™ Audio integration is enabled across the entire experience for rich, authentic sound whether you’re listening to your favorite music, watching a YouTube video or playing a game.

HDR recording uses advanced dual microphones and audio processing to capture clean, rich sound that is worthy of high-definition video footage.  Phone calls sound great onHTCOne thanks to the addition ofHTCSense Voice™, which boosts the call volume and quality in noisy environments so that conversations come through loud and clear. 

HTC Sense TV™

HTC Sense TV transforms the newHTC One into an interactive program guide and remote control for most TVs, set-top boxes and receivers. Tapping the power of the cloud, Sense TV makes it simple and intuitive to see what’s on and find that favourite show.

Metal Unibody Design

Wrapped in a zero-gap aluminium unibody and sporting a brilliant 4.7”, Full HD (1080p) screen, the newHTC One features the latest Android Jelly Bean operating system and LTE network technology to offer blazingly-fast browsing in a package that combines premium design with breakthrough build quality.

Available in stunning silver and beautiful black, the sleek and crafted aluminium unibody sits comfortably in the hand and showcasesHTC’s unique antenna technology, which helps people achieve a crystal clear signal. The display also resists scratches and reduces glare, whilst offering incredible 468ppi resolution and rich, natural colours. 

 Availability

The new HTC One with attractive rate plans are offered by Celcom, DiGi, U Mobile and all SenQ chain stores from early May.  HTC authorised retailers’ availability for the new HTC One will be by mid-May onwards.

Pricing

The newHTCOne is priced at RM2,299 for 32GB storage and RM2,499 for 64GB storage in both colours, Stealth Black and Glacial Silver.

For more information, visit HTC’s webpage www.htc.com or HTC Malaysia’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/HTCMalaysia?fref=ts.

Sejak akhir-akhir ini peminat kerap dikhabarkan dengan siri kisah kurang enak yang mengaitkan perilaku bintang remaja sensasi dunia, Justin Bieber. Namun tidaklah sentiasa penyanyi yang mempunyai hampir 40 juta pengikut di Twitter ini asyik diperkatakan mempunyai sikap buruk saja.Semasa mengadakan konsert di Turki baru-baru ini, penyanyi yang popular dengan lagu Boyfriend itu mendapat pujian dan dihormati oleh peminat negara berkenaan kerana sikap peka Bieber terhadap budaya dan agama penduduk negara itu iaitu agama Islam.

Ramai peminat gembira dengan tindakan Bieber itu dan rata-rata mereka memberikan komen di laman sosial Twitter. Antara komen tersebut,

Beego dan Linda Hashim bakal mendirikan rumahtangga pada 6 Jun 2013 ini dan majlis resepsinya akan berlangsung di Kuala Lumpur. Mereka berkongsi gambar-gambar pra perkahwinan yang diambil semalam oleh jurugambar rasmi mereka iaitu Ryaniez Moments Photography.

Beego dalam satu kenyataan kepada media baru baru ini berkata yang beliau sudah bersedia untuk menempuh alam perkahwinan buat kali kedua bersama Linda Hashim & berharap ianya kekal hingga ke akhir hayat.

“Tiada apa yang saya harapkan selain ia kekal dan sebagai lelaki saya mahu menjadi lebih bertanggungjawab dan menjaga keharmonian rumah tangga,” ujar Beego kepada mStar Online bulan lalu.

Lazada, Southeast Asia’s fastest growing online department store, celebrated its first year in Malaysia with a big bash during which the media and its business partners got an exclusive look into the business, its accomplishments in 2012, and what the future looks like.With more than 12 categories to choose from, Lazada makes shopping online a breeze in Malaysia. From tablets, cameras, home appliances, health & beauty products, sports, books to baby items, there is something for everyone.

“We are proud to say that Lazada Malaysia is currently the number one online shopping mall site in Malaysia. Almost 70 per cent of Malaysians are actively online, and more than half do their shopping on the web. Being in the e-Commerce industry we have one great advantage, and that is our access to immense data where we can analyze what the audience is looking for and present them with their desired products via online marketing channels. From this point onwards online shopping will be the way forward because of it’s the dynamic experience and massive product assortment that Lazada.com.my will continue to provide,” said Igor Pezzilli, CEO of Lazada Malaysia.

“Based on these three key elements – offering a great range of products, providing an excellent shopping experience, and ensuring exceptional customer service, Lazada will inevitably attract more savvy online shoppers” commented Max Bittner, CEO of Lazada Southeast Asia at Lazada’s first birthday bash.

Maximilian Bittner, CEO of Lazada: “For a long time, the e-commerce market has been underestimated in SEA, but we did not. With a broad range of products – from consumer electronics, household goods, toys to sports equipment –, secure payment options, quick deliveries and free returns, we convince more people every day of Lazada.”

In celebration of the first anniversary, Lazada will be launching some of their key business expansion initiatives, such as the Lazada Smartphone App and other e-Commerce initiatives. Other efforts include Lazada’s partnership with Digi, one of Malaysia’s premier companies, as well as MasterCard Worldwide, which gave Lazada the opportunity to reward their base here in Malaysia and the region. The 6-month long partnership has allowed Lazada to reach out to MasterCard’s base with exceptional results.

Central to its success has been the Lazada Promise campaign, which includes acommitment to deliver goods to buyers within 48 hours to 78 hours, a best price guarantee when comparing to other key retailers, and a 14-day hassle-free return policy.What is unique about the organization is the vast bank of knowledge and learning’s that are shared across the globe. Weekly calls are organized for each team to share latest findings or best practices. This factor has also been critical for the company to gain young energetic employees who are eager to gain the ultimate ecommerce experience.

Lazada is a part of Rocket Internet, one of the world’s largest online retail groups, which has more than 10 years of experience in the e-commerce business. Rocket Internet has been credited for founding more than 100 market leading companies.Jump on the e-commerce bandwagon and enjoy these offers now. Lazada provides convenience for all your purchases such as free delivery, cash on delivery payment mode, varying payment methods, free return or exchange for free and most importantly, warranty from the manufacturer itself.

Korean history’s most well known royal concubine, Jang Huibin, is infamous for her ruthless pursuit of power. In fact, the Joseon dynasty femme fatale has been brought to life in nine different adaptations of her real life story which allege that she resorted to voodoo-like rituals to invoke death upon the reigning Queen Inhyeon and ill-treated her own son. Yet, the most interesting adaptation with a truly unique perspective of Jang comes to us in this latest Korean drama series that is titled after the concubine’s birth name, Jang Ok Jung.

Premiering on 6 May and airing on Mondays and Tuesdays at 8.55pm first and exclusively on ONE, Jang Ok Jung sets itself apart from previous works by adapting the Korean novel ‘Jang Ok Jung, Live for Love’ by Choi Jung Mi. It downplays the political intrigue surrounding Jang and tells the story of her gift for fashion design and cosmetics of her time, as she ascends from being a seamstress in the palace to the very top of the Korean court as the King’s love.

In Jang Ok Jung, Jang is set to struggle against the stifling caste system of 17^th century Korea. It will also trace the romantic relationship between King Sukjong and Jang, amidst the rivalry amongst the Queen and concubines for the monarch’s affections.

Jang Ok Jung features actress-model Kim Tae Hee (Stairway to Heaven, Love Story in Havard) in her first role in a period drama as Jang. The 33 year old, once dubbed ‘South Korea’s most beautiful woman’ by the media, is the perfect candidate to play the historical figure of Jang Huibin who was considered the most beautiful woman of the Joseon dynasty. She caught the eye of King Sukjong who made her his concubine and eventually Queen, and even bore him a son, Gyeongjong, to succeed the throne.

Starring opposite Kim is Yoo Ah In (Fashion King, Punch) who plays a charismatic and romantic King Sukjong, which is a departure from the historically indecisive and weak monarch of past adaptations. No stranger to period dramas, Jang Ok Jung is the third series the 27 year old has taken on in his career thus far. Historically, King Sukjong was younger than Jang, and with Kim being six years older than Yoo, the two lead roles are perfectly and realistically cast, as intended by the series producers.

Fans of female K-pop group ‘KARA’ can look out for Han Seung-yeon in her role as Choi Suk Bin, rival concubine and mother of young future king Yeong-jo. Also members of the key cast are Hong Soo Hyun (Salaryman Cho Han Ji) as Queen Inhyeon and Jae Hee (Witch Yoo Hee, Delightful Girl Choon-Hyang) plays Hyun Chi Soo, Jang’s first love that is determined to win her back.

Helmed by director Boo Sung-cheol of My Girlfriend is Gumiho and Star’s Lover fame, production of Jang Ok Jung commenced in early March 2013, initially at the Hwaseong Haenggung Palace in Suwon, South Korea. Promising lavish sets and elaborate period costumes, the series is also set against the backdrop of flowers blooming in the Korean spring, although the cast is braving the cold during shoots.

With a great cast bringing to life a truly different revisionist tale of Korean history’s most notorious member of royalty, the stage is set for Jang Huibin to be seen as never before in Jang Ok Jung, only on ONE!

Jang Ok Jung premieres on 6 May 2013

Airing on Mondays and Tuesdays at 8.55pm

First and exclusively on ONE (Astro B.yond ch393)

G.NA, 4Minute dan B2ST bakal mengadakan persembahan di ‘AIA K-POP Live In KL 2013’  pada 27 Jun 2013. Ia akan diadakan di Stadium Putra, Bukit Jalil.

Tarikh penjualan tiket serta harga tiket bagi konsert ini akan di beritahu kelak.