Spackman Entertainment Group’s Korean Remake of The Taiwanese Hit YOU ARE THE APPLE OF MY EYE, Produced by Studio Take, Premieres Today in Korea, Ranking #1 In Advance Ticket Reservation Sales for Korean Films

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Source: Media Outreach Spackman Entertainment Group Limited (“SEGL” or the “Company“), and together with its subsidiaries, (the “Group“), is one of Korea’s leading entertainment production groups. SEGL is primarily engaged in the independent development, production, presentation, and financing of theatrical motion pictures in Korea. The Company was founded in 2011 by renowned media and technology … Read more

“HK+FR: Furniture for World Design”, presented by Hong Kong Furniture and Decoration Trade Association, successfully concluded at Maison&Objet Paris 2025

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR & PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 February 2025 – The Hong Kong Furniture and Decoration Trade Association (HKF&DA) proudly announces that its first time participation in the Maison&Objet interior design trade fair has successfully concluded in January 2025 in Paris, France, with the Cultural and Creative … Read more

Universities – University of Auckland unveils its world-class Recreation Centre Hiwa – UoA

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Source: University of Auckland (UoA) The University of Auckland’s new recreation centre was formally opened on 21 February by Hon Chris Bishop, Minister for Infrastructure and Associate Minister for Sport and Recreation, and the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Auckland, Professor Dawn Freshwater. The eight-storey building, complete with rooftop turf, pool, and state-of-the-art sports halls, … Read more

Tax Issues – Keeping ability to gather tax information essential says tax reform group

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Source: Tax Justice Aotearoa 21 February 2025 – Tax Justice Aotearoa is calling on the Minister of Revenue to retain the ability for Inland Revenue to collect vital information that supports effective tax policy making. “We are concerned that the Minister initiated a review of this important provision within the Tax Administration Act just over … Read more

Greenpeace – Pacific civil society groups send clear message to ban deep sea mining

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Source: Greenpeace The Pacific Blue Line Collective and partners, representing Pacific civil society organisations, faith-based groups, youth, women’s organisations, and movements, remain steadfast in their position for an outright ban on deep-sea mining in the Pacific. In a statement, they said: “We remind Pacific Leaders of their responsibility to the protection of the Pacific Ocean. As … Read more

World-leading Crypto Event Launches APAC’s Largest Debut with Consensus Hong Kong 2025

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 February 2025 – Regarded as the “Super Bowl of Blockchain” and “the World Cup of Web3”, Consensus, the most influential and longest-running event of the crypto world, picked Hong Kong as a destination to expand beyond North America, with a record-setting debut of … Read more

CEIBS MBA ranked #1 in Asia for ninth consecutive year

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Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 February 2025 – In the Financial Times‘ 2025 global ranking of MBA programmes, CEIBS has once again been named #1 in Asia, marking nine consecutive years as the highest ranked programme in the region on the internationally authoritative list. The programme was ranked #12 … Read more

Two men facing drug related charges following search warrants

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Southern District Crime Manager Detective Inspector Shona Low Two people have been arrested today, after Southern District Police and New Zealand Customs executed a joint operation. The operation, which began in mid-January, related to the importation of the Class B Controlled Drug Ecstasy and the Class C … Read more

Information sought after man found deceased, Hokio Beach

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Wilson: Police investigating the death of a man found deceased on Hokio Beach yesterday morning are asking for anyone in the area at the time to come forward with information. About 7.30am, Police were alerted to the man’s body by a … Read more

Operation Lavender: Police acknowledge sentencing over meth concealed in beer cans

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Aiden Sagala sat down for a beer after a hard day’s work nearly two years ago. No one could have imagined the horrific series of events that would follow for Aiden and his family. Twenty-one-year-old Aiden had unwittingly consumed liquid methamphetamine, disguised as a can of Honey House Beer, … Read more

Three arrests following Te Puke tangi

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Acting Inspector Shannon Clifford Police had a large presence in the Te Puke area today, monitoring a tangi for the father of a prominent gang member. Police took a prevention approach, focused on maintaining public order and ensuring road safety for all users, while also allowing mourners … Read more

Oriental fruit fly – Birkdale area

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Source: Auckland Council On 20 February 2025, a single male Oriental fruit fly (Bactrocera dorsalis) was found in a backyard surveillance trap in the suburb of Birkdale, Auckland. Biosecurity New Zealand, which is part of the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), has mounted an operation to determine if there are more fruit flies and get … Read more

Update – man arrested in relation to assault, Miramar

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police have arrested and charged a man in relation to the serious assault in Miramar last weekend. Emergency services were called about 4.55pm on Saturday 15 February to Miramar Ave, after a man had been approached by a group of young people and assaulted, falling and striking his head. … Read more

8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA at Galaxy Macau Welcomes New Executive Chef Marino D’Antonio for a Master Collaborative Dinner at Showcasing the Vibrant Culinary Cultures of Italy with Umberto Bombana

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Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 February 2025 – Galaxy Macau™, the world-class luxury integrated resort, stands as a premier culinary destination, offering exquisite dishes from around the globe and ensuring that every visit to Macau is vibrant and memorable. Since its opening in 2015, 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA … Read more

Partial re-opening of Desert Road SH1

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has re-opened the northern section of the State Highway 1 Desert Road between Tūrangi to Rangipō to traffic from noon today (Friday 21 February). The partial opening allows people in light vehicles to use SH1 to the SH1/SH46 intersection and access SH46 to connect … Read more

SH2 Waioweka Gorge closure next week

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is reminding drivers to plan ahead as State Highway 2 (SH2) through the Waioweka Gorge will be closed between 10am and 6pm daily on Monday 24 February, Tuesday 25 February and Wednesday 26 February to complete essential maintenance work. Due to the recent poor … Read more

Detours available for 5 nights of resealing on SH2, Central HB

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency A stretch of State Highway 2 through Central Hawke’s Bay will be closing for 5 nights next month for resealing. The road, between the intersection with SH50 and Waipawa, will close overnight from Sunday 16 March. Signposted detours will be in place. Crews will be onsite between 8pm and 5am … Read more

Wildberries increased network of pickup points by 75% to over 58,000 since 2024

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Source: Media Outreach MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 February 2025 – Wildberries, a leading e-commerce platform in Eurasia, increased the number of its pickup points by 75% since the beginning of 2024 to support the dynamic growth of its marketplace. The total number of Wildberries pickup points has surpassed 58,000 across seven … Read more

Proofpoint: 88% of Top Organisations in Asia Pacific Still Put Their Customers and Stakeholders at Risk of Email Fraud as Businesses Face Record-High Email Attacks

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Source: Media Outreach Protective measures against email fraud remain widely insufficient among leading Asia Pacific companies. Australia’s high adoption rate of proper email authentication (71%) among its top companies sets the standard for the Asia Pacific region Around 50% of leading Singapore and India’s businesses have implemented the recommended level of email authentication Concerningly, less … Read more

Appeal for information following fatal vehicle fire, Puketaha

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police hope the public can help the investigation into a fatal vehicle fire in Puketaha early on Wednesday 19 February. We would like to speak to any witnesses to a vehicle collision on Holland Road, between 3am and 4am that day. In particular, we would like to speak to … Read more

Police urge motorists to drive safe following concerning number of fatal crashes

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Inspector Craig Brown, Southern District Road Policing Manager: Southern District Police are urging members of the public to pay close attention to road safety following four fatal crashes in less than two weeks. Five people have died in the four crashes: Three in the Otago Lakes area, … Read more

Release: Call for Destiny Church to lose charity status

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Source: New Zealand Labour Party Labour Te Atatū MP Phil Twyford has written to the charities regulator asking that Destiny Church charities be struck off in the wake of last weekend’s violence by Destiny followers in his electorate. Phil Twyford’s formal complaint to Charities Services says Destiny Church has engaged in serious wrongdoing which is … Read more

Lussocitta Becomes iShopChangi’s Sole Multibrand Seller for Brand-Name Bags

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 February 2025 – Lussocitta, a luxury bag retailer based in Singapore, announces its partnership with iShopChangi, Changi Airport’s online shopping platform. This collaboration makes Lussocitta the sole multi-brand seller on the platform, offering a selection of brand-name bags at competitive prices, with added customer benefits. … Read more

Have fun, but stay safe at Electric Avenue this weekend

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Simmons Police want everybody attending Electric Avenue to have a good time, but ensure they are safe too. There will be a Police and Security Team presence at the event to keep you safe. Please talk to us if you have any concerns … Read more

Dargaville offenders located

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Dargaville Police have identified offenders involved in a string of burglaries earlier this week. Enquiries have been underway since three businesses were targeted in the early hours of 18 February. Whangārei – Kaipara Area Commander, Inspector Maria Nordstrom, says local staff have been investigating. Burglaries had occurred at a … Read more

Auckland overnight motorway closures 21 to 28 February 2025

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 28 February 2025. Please note this traffic bulletin is updated every Friday. Daily updated closure information(external link) Unless otherwise stated, closures … Read more

Closure of the Ava Bridge Walkway postponed

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Source: New Zealand Government The closure of the Ava Bridge walkway will be delayed so Hutt City Council have more time to develop options for a new footbridge, says Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Mayor of Lower Hutt, Campbell Barry. “The Hutt River paths are one of the Hutt’s most beloved features. Hutt locals and … Read more