Staying informed has paid off for readers of The Star, as 30 lucky subscribers won prizes in the newspaper’s Christmas Special Promotion 2025.
The campaign, which ran from Dec 15 to 31, rewarded readers who subscribed to The Star Digital Access Premium Yearly Plan during the promotion period.
Winners were selected from eligible subscribers, with each receiving a Touch ’n Go eWallet PIN worth RM200.
For many, the win came as a pleasant surprise.
“It was unexpected,” said Chan Sian Low when met at Menara Star in Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
“Since my younger days, my family has always read The Star.
“Previously it was the physical newspaper, but as time goes by, it is more convenient to have a digital version of The Star,” said the chartered accountant based in Klang,
Retiree Helen Siew, from Cheras in Kuala Lumpur, celebrated her inaugural lucky draw win with a happy pose at the lobby of Menara Star.
“This must be my lucky year. I was truly surprised because this is the first time I have won in a lucky draw.
“Back when I was working, The Star was placed on the table every day, so it became a habit to pick it up before work.
“After I retired, I decided to give The Star Online a try,” she said.
Fatah Abu Nabilah said, “I have been reading The Star for as long as I can remember.
“In the old days, on flights, I would always grab a copy of The Star.”
The retired quantity surveyor from Puchong added, “One of the main reasons I like reading The Star is because of one of the writers, Joceline Tan.
“I like her views on the current political situation.”
The promotion was part of The Star’s ongoing efforts to reward loyal readers while encouraging more Malaysians to stay informed through trusted journalism.
