BUS TRAVEL MADE EASY WITH CHECKMYBUS-REDBUS INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIP

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- CheckMyBus, a metasearch engine for intercity bus, and redBus, an online bus ticketing platform, have announced their partnership for Southeast Asia and the Latin America (LATAM) markets.

“Our mission is to make bus travel simple. By providing access to the extensive redBus inventory to our global audience, we are taking a significant step toward promoting bus travel in Southeast Asia and LATAM, making it more accessible.

“We are excited to contribute to the growth of the travel industry by assisting both domestic and international travellers in the region in collaboration with a strong partner like redBus,” said CheckMyBus Chief Executive Officer, Marc Hofmann in a statement.

Meanwhile, redBus Chief Business Officer - International Businesses, Krishnan Ramaswami said the company can offer extensive bus ticketing options to the international travellers, through this partnership.

“We expect this will improve our discoverability in newer markets and provide better accessibility to a larger customer base. We look forward to working with CheckMyBus to improve the ease & convenience of bus bookings,” he said.

With this partnership, redBus will provide comprehensive inventory and ease of online bus booking options for both domestic and international travellers through the CheckMyBus platform. redBus offers online bus booking services in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, as well as the LATAM markets of Peru and Colombia.

Travellers can discover the best bus trips on CheckMyBus, the world’s most comprehensive long-distance bus content platform with millions of connections across more than 90 countries.

Buses have consistently remained an affordable and budget-friendly option. Through this collaboration, CheckMyBus and redBus are committed to providing the best and most affordable bus booking experience for their users.

In addition to domestic users, it is now much easier for international travellers to find the right buses to exciting destinations in South America and Southeast Asia having access to the largest bus inventory in these regions.

-- BERNAMA

KFSH&RC MADINAH BAGS PRESS GANEY’S EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR OUTPATIENT SERVICES

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH&RC) in Madinah has won the 2023 Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award by Press Ganey for its exceptional performance in outpatient services throughout the past year.

This prestigious recognition honoured a distinguished group of healthcare institutions, from approximately 1500 facilities globally, for being amongst the top five per cent performers in patient experience in one year, according to a statement.

"This achievement is the result of our continuous efforts to prioritise patients, foster positive employee experiences, and achieve effective clinical outcomes, emphasising our commitment to delivering healthcare excellence to the highest standards, prioritising both our employees and our community alike," said KFSH&RC-Madinah General Manager, Dr Nizar Khalifa.

Through this award, Press Ganey, a global organisation in measuring and enhancing patient experience, reflects the hospital’s commitment to delivering top-tier healthcare solutions and outstanding patient experiences across various healthcare services within an integrated education and research setting.

As an institution dedicated to placing the human experience at the core of healthcare, KFSH&RC-Madinah has secured a notable position among the top five percent of accredited healthcare providers, recognised for excellence in patient experience, employee satisfaction, safety, and clinical care quality performance.

The 2023 Press Ganey Award ceremony is set to be announced later in February, and as it celebrates this distinction with its dedicated staff, partners, and the community, it reaffirms its ongoing commitment to adopting an approach that focuses on humanity and a patient-centric mindset, aligning with the healthcare transformation programme outlined in Saudi Vision 2030, actively contributing to the realisation of a healthier and more vibrant society.

KFSH&RC stands among the global leaders in providing specialised healthcare, driving innovation, and serving as an advanced medical research and education hub.

Through strategic partnerships with prominent local, regional, and international institutions, the hospital is dedicated to advancing medical technologies and elevating healthcare standards worldwide.

-- BERNAMA

Floship Bags Deloitte Rising Star Award

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 29 (Bernama) -- Floship, a global circular supply chain solution provider for e-commerce brands, has been recognised as a Deloitte Rising Star Company awardee at the prestigious Hong Kong’s Technology & Rising Star (HKTF) programme.

“Receiving the Deloitte Rising Star Award is a tremendous honour for Floship. It is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team, as well as the trust and support of our valued clients and partners.

“This recognition reinforces our position as a leader in the industry and motivates us to continue pushing boundaries and achieving greater success,” said Floship Chief Executive Officer, Joshua Tsui in a statement.

The Deloitte HKTF programme, a sub-programme of Deloitte China Technology Fast, serves as a platform for fast-growing and innovative local enterprises to showcase their market eminence, network with successful peers, and garner wider recognition while enhancing their talent brand across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.

This recognition further solidifies Floship's position among the most innovative and promising companies in the region and reflects the company's commitment to excellence and forward-thinking e-commerce logistics solutions.

This accolade comes at a time of significant expansion and advancement for Floship, as it continues to redefine the logistics and supply chain landscape through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service offerings.

In addition, the award serves as a validation of the company's commitment to delivering exceptional value to its clients and establishing a growing global presence.

Floship looks forward to leveraging this recognition to further enhance its market positioning and drive continued success in the industry as it shifts into the next phase of its expansion across the Greater Bay Area, APAC, and Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region.

-- BERNAMA

BE PART OF THE SPLENDID LEGACY: CELEBRATING THE ANNIVERSARY OF BRILLIANCE AT THE TWIN JEWELLERY SHOWS

_{Be Part of the Splendid Legacy Celebrating the Anniversary of Brilliance at the Twin Jewellery Shows The HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show will reach their 40th and 10th milestones respectively in 2024. The theme of this year’s event is Be Part of the Splendid Legacy. Apart from thanking all parties for their long-standing support, we hope to encourage more industry players to join this annual event and build the next milestone together. HKTDC Marketplace App launches a new feature, allowing buyers to register, upload photo and travel document for a verified eBadge. No more waiting in line nor verification required at the registration counter. Website for Marketplace App: http://tinyurl.com/mpj32df9 Websites for the twin jewellery shows Hong Kong International Jewellery Show: hkjewelleryshow.hktdc.com Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show: hkdgp.hktdc.com (Photo: Business Wire)}

HONG KONG, Jan 26 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- The HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show will reach their 40^th and 10^th milestones respectively in 2024. The theme of this year’s event is Be Part of the Splendid Legacy. Apart from thanking all parties for their long-standing support, we hope to encourage more industry players to join this annual event and build the next milestone together.
 

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240117430908/en/ 

The 2024 HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show (IJS)
Physical Fair : 29 Feb – 4 Mar at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Click2Match (AI-enabled online matching platform)  : 20 Feb to 11 Mar

The 2024 HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show (IDGPS)
Physical Fair : 27 Feb – 2 Mar at AsiaWorld-Expo
Click2Match (AI-enabled online matching platform) : 20 Feb to 11 Mar 

This year's IJS will feature splendid themed zones including the Hall of Extraordinary, Hall of Fame, and Designer Galleria. The Hall of Extraordinary will showcase high-end collections with stunning diamonds, precious stones, jadeite and pearls, from exhibitors representing Australia, Mainland China, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Switzerland, Thailand, the UK, and the US.

The Designer Galleria will showcase captivating collections from fashion-forward designers hailing from Austria, Mainland China, France, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and the US.

Pavilions from several countries such as Mexico and Malaysia will return to the twin jewellery shows. The Hall of Fame will feature an impressive line-up of international brands, including Giorgio Visconti from Italy, Chete from Hong Kong, Carrera Y Carrera from Spain and Lao Feng Xiang from Mainland China.

The IDGPS will showcase the finest diamonds and pearls as well as quality gemstones and raw materials for jewellery from various origins in the Hall of Fine Diamond, Treasures of Nature and Treasures of Ocean.

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HONOR MAGIC V2 HIT STORES NATIONWIDE ON JANUARY 25

HONOR Magic V2 is available nationwide from January 25th 2024

 
Watch World’s Thinnest and Lightest Inward Foldable Phone Taken Apart in Upcoming Facebook Video

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- The HONOR Magic V2 saw remarkable pre-orders since its launch on January 16. While it is now still available for pre-order, this world's thinnest and lightest inward foldable phone will be officially sold in stores nationwide starting January 25.
 
Priced at RM6,999, the HONOR Magic V2 boasts a substantial 16+512GB storage capacity and comes in three premium color options of Black, Purple, and Black (PU).
 
With every purchase of the HONOR Magic V2 includes free gifts valued up to RM2,247 consisting of an HONOR CHOICE Haylou Watch, Foldable Phone Gravity Car Phone Holder, and HONOR 365-day Screen Protection.
 
The HONOR Magic V2 will be conveniently available for purchase on various platforms, including the HONOR Official Website, HONOR Store, Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and authorized dealers Harvey Norman, Senheng, SenQ, and Urban Republic. It is also accessible through telcos CelcomDigi and Maxis, with availability soon extending to Umobile and Yes.
 
For those seeking flexible payment options, the HONOR Magic V2 is offered with a 0% installment plans. With installment plans ranging from 6 to 24 months, customers can now own this device for as low as RM291.63 per month*.
 
*Remark: This is based on 24 months installment plan and is available for selected banks. Kindly check with the relevant stores or your bank directly on the availability of the instalment plans.
 
Watch HONOR Magic V2 Taken Apart Piece by Piece
Meanwhile, in a video to be released on HONOR Malaysia's Facebook page this January 26, viewers will get a glimpse of the HONOR Magic V2 being disassembled piece by piece. The video showcases the process, starting from removing the phone's back cover then followed by revealing each component that contributes to its exceptional build. The HONOR Magic V2 was reconstructed with 210 patented technologies.

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TOURISM MALAYSIA HOSTS "MALAYSIA NIGHT" GALA DINNER AT VIENTIANE IN CONJUNCTION WITH ATF 2024

VIENTIANE, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Aiming to lure a greater number of tourists from Laos, Indochina, ASEAN and the rest of the world, Tourism Malaysia hosted the “Malaysia Night” Gala Dinner here at Landmark Hotel, Vientiane, Laos in conjunction with ASEAN TOURISM FORUM 2024.

The dinner with the theme “The Beautiful Tastes of Malaysia” showcased the Cultural Potpourri of Malaysia through the form of dances and performances of the different ethnic groups in Malaysia, specially choreographed by Istana Budaya. The guests were also served Malaysian culinary delights specially prepared by Chef Farid from IBIS Hotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) and Chef Irwan from ADABI.

Led by Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia; accompanied by Dato’ Roslan Tan Sri Abdul Rahman, Secretary General of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia; and Dato' Dr. Ammar Bin Abd. Ghapar, Director General of Tourism Malaysia; the delegation to ATF 2024 comprises 5 organisations, including the states of Perak, Melaka, and Johor, as well as KARYANEKA, ADABI, and several other industry players and product owners.

Highlighted also through the event are the Visit Melaka Year 2024, Visit Perak Year 2024 and the state of Johor whereby the following Malaysian states were given the stage to feature their unique cultures and experiences. These promotional efforts are aimed at paving the way and creating momentum as Malaysia will be the next host of ATF 2025 and Chairman of ASEAN 2025, as well as the much-awaited Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

“Malaysia is honoured to continue the spirit and tradition of the ASEAN Tourism Forum, which embraces the role of catalyst for change in tourism policy and development, subsequently improving the economic and social standing among the ASEAN Member States. As a united ASEAN, the strength of our collective efforts is greater than the sum of its parts. We look forward to further strengthening our strategic collaboration to fully harness the tourism growth potential of ASEAN,” said Dato Sri Tiong King Sing.

He added “We are honoured to have you with us as we celebrate the beauty of Malaysia through its diverse tastes, aromas and traditions. Tonight’s showcase of colours of Malaysia is only a glimpse of what you will see and what Malaysia can offer for the upcoming ASEAN Tourism Forum 2025, World Tourism Day and World Tourism Conference 2025, as well as, Visit Malaysia Year (VM) 2026. For VM 2026, we are aiming to position Malaysia as a top 10 tourist destination in arrivals and tourism receipts based on 3 main principles which are competitiveness, sustainability and inclusion.”

Up until September 2023, a total of 12,524 tourists from Laos visited Malaysia and Tourism Malaysia aims to continuously increase this number in 2024 through ATF 2024, marketing and promotion activities, tourism expos, seminars, as well as, media and travel agent familiarisation trips to Malaysia throughout this year. There are currently 295 flights per week from Vientienne to Malaysia via Malaysia Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International and Lao Airlines.

About Tourism Malaysia

Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, also known as Tourism Malaysia, is an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia. It focuses on the specific task of promoting Malaysia as a preferred tourism destination. Since its inception, it has emerged as a major player in the international tourism scene.

The next Visit Malaysia Year, set to take place in 2026, will commemorate the sustainability of the nation's tourism industry, which is also in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).

Furthermore, Tourism Malaysia actively endorses the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT), working towards the realisation of the IMT-GT Visiting Year 2023-2025, with the shared aim of promoting the region as a unified tourism destination. For more information, visit Tourism Malaysia’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.

SOURCE: Tourism Malaysia


--BERNAMA

PowerSchool's AI Assistant Redefines Personalised Education

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- PowerSchool, the provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, announced the next evolution of its artificial intelligence (AI) platform with the launch of PowerSchool PowerBuddy, an AI-powered assistant for everyone in education.

“In addition to supporting parents, teachers, and educators, PowerBuddy helps each child cultivate a genuine passion for learning, driven by the intentional design of safe, supportive, inspiring, and tailored experiences using AI,” said its Chief Product and Innovation Officer, Shivani Stumpf.

In a statement, PowerSchool said its AI ecosystem founded on Responsible AI principles uniquely benefits all stakeholders crucial to a student’s educational journey.

With their own PowerBuddy, each student, parent, educator, counsellor, and administrator will now have safe and secure access to individualised guidance, information, and resources at their fingertips, helping students receive the most optimal social, emotional, as well as academic support in a way never experienced before.

Unlike other one-off AI offerings, PowerSchool’s comprehensive AI ecosystem is purposefully engineered to “bring AI to data”, in which this distinctive approach upholds rigorous standards of privacy, ethics, and security establishing a modern method for responsible and innovative AI implementation in education.

PowerBuddy is a role-specific Conversational AI assistant being piloted now and will be available for the 2024-2025 school year to support student progress in and out of the classroom.

It will initially be incorporated into Schoology Learning offering students on-demand, one-on-one assistance with their assignments and tailored pathways transforming traditional learning into an immersive and engaging experience.

Teachers will be able to use PowerBuddy to generate lesson plans, automate the creation of quizzes and assessments in Performance Matters, and personalise homework at scale, saving them time to focus on what is most important – interaction with students.

In addition, parents can leverage PowerBuddy in My PowerSchool to inquire about their child's academic performance and other relevant information, such as receiving proactive alerts if their child is falling behind, fostering transparency and empowering parents to participate in their child’s education.

-- BERNAMA