SPM school-leavers enticed by influencers’ insta-glam image

BY AFIFITRI MUHAMMAD & SITI NAZWA ABDUL RAHMAN KUALA LUMPUR: Driven by the success of celebrity influencers on social media, many younger people, especially Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) school-leavers are hoping to take a similar path. In reality, this “dream job” among teenagers today, would not assure them of their future. While the more famous […]

Rope in influencers to promote vaccination

KUCHING: Different people from all walks of life should be roped in to promote the importance and benefits of the Covid-19 vaccine as well as counter misinformation and hesitancy against it, said Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii. He said this should include influencers, key opinion leaders, celebrities, religious leaders, social media influencers, athletes, and […]

Differing views among public on heavier penalty for celebrities, influencers

KUCHING: There are differing views among members of the public as to whether a heavier penalty should be imposed on celebrities and social media influencers who flout the Covid-19 prevention standard operating procedures (SOPs). Recently, this has become a hot topic following incidences of SOPs non-compliance by a number of individuals in this category. Some […]

Behind the glitz and glamour

social media influencer Kelly Ng Yen Fang often reminds her followers to be kind and courageous. While the attention given as an influencer can give her a sense of honour, Kelly conceded that at times it can be strenuous. Keeping up with the trends to stay relevant Starting her journey as a social media influencer […]

Queen Of The World International Malaysia 2020

Pageant competitions often serve as a platform to advocate on social issues. Pageants often produce influencers of the decade — those who are not afraid to voice out against social issues and those who continue to inspire the lives of others for the better good. Beauty with brains and hearts of gold Miss and Mrs […]