NEPAL FLOODS: Rescuers race to find survivors with areas still cut off – Save the Children

Source: Save the Children Rescuers are racing to find survivors in the flash flood-devastated areas of Northern Nepal, as Save the Children delivers emergency aid to families, with many places still only accessible by helicopter. The disaster in the Rasuwa region struck at a time when children were either on their way to school or … Read more

Rushed law changes, and automated decision-making on top of job cuts mean MSD will make more mistakes

Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi Beneficiaries will pay the price as mistakes multiply at the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) because job cuts mean it is no longer resourced to do its work properly and monitor the greater use of automated decision-making, the PSA warns. This follows the latest revelation that … Read more

Update: Wattle Downs double homicide

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Inspector Tofilau Faamanuia Va’aelua, Counties Manukau CIB: Police can confirm they are speaking with a 30-year-old male in their custody in relation to the double homicide.  Police are working to determine whether this male is involved. Police will provide further updates as they are available. ENDS. Amanda…

Fatal water-related incident, Te Kao

Source: New Zealand Police A man has died following a water-related incident off the coast of Te Kao yesterday afternoon.  Police were called to Ninety Mile Beach at 1.20pm following reports a fisherman had fallen into the water. Police, alongside Surf Lifesaving New Zealand and the Northland Emergency Services Trust helicopter, located the man in…

A City of Innovation and Openness: Hohhot’s Answer to Integrated Development

Source: Media Outreach HOHHOT, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2026 – On 25 August, Hohhot convened a conference on deepening the integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation. At the event, the city officially released its Measures for Advancing Deep Integration of Technological Innovation and Industrial Innovation, together with an overarching implementation … Read more

The “Cool Hainan” Global Campaign Generates Buzz and Attracts International Travelers

Source: Media Outreach HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2026 – Since the beginning of this year, an international social media promotion campaign themed “China’s Free Trade Port, World-Class Resort Island: Welcome to Cool Hainan” has brought China’s Hainan Free Trade Port into the view of global travelers, attracting more international tourists … Read more

China Hongqiao Wins Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards for Third Consecutive Year

Source: Media Outreach BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2026 – China Hongqiao Group Limited (China Hongqiao), a globally leading aluminum enterprise, has recently been honored with the Circular Economy Leadership Award at the 2026 Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards held in Singapore. The award recognizes the company’s outstanding contributions to the development … Read more

Power, Comfort and Peace of Mind Put the VinFast VF 8 on the Middle East EV Map

Source: Media Outreach – 27 August 2026 – The Middle East’s EV market is growing quickly, but it remains far from saturated. Electric car sales in the region reached about 75,000 units in 2025, up more than 40% year on year, according to the International Energy Agency[1]. The UAE alone accounted for almost half of … Read more

Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2026 Opens Tomorrow

Source: Media Outreach Arts & Culture Harbour Dreams: Hong Kong XR Adventure Hong Kong’s first XR 6D multi-sensory immersive experience combines cinematic storytelling, local culture and XR technology. Guided by the AI panda mascot “An An”, audiences will travel through landmarks such as the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, the Big Buddha and the Victoria Harbour nightscape. … Read more

Privacy Commissioner statement on under-16s social media ban

Source: Privacy Commissioner 25 Aug 2026, 17:52 Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster has said that online harm is real and serious, and careful consideration and consultation is needed on proposals for addressing the problem.  “Everyone in New Zealand has privacy rights regardless of their age. Young people deserve privacy-protective systems. Any technology that proves a user’s…

Retirement Costs Soar Faster Than Inflation, Monthly Spend Hits HK$15,090: Over 72% of HK Retirees Wish They’d Acted Sooner

Source: Media Outreach IFPHK x YF Life: Hong Kong–Macau Retirement Expense Indexrises to 131.6 — Monthly Spending Reaches HK$15,090 Retiree Living Costs Have Risen Nearly 3 Times Faster Than General Inflation Since 2020 HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – The Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong (IFPHK), in … Read more

Powering the AI Economy: How Banks Are Managing Their Growing Data Centre Risk Exposure

Source: Morningstar DBRS 27 August 2026 Overview The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has triggered an unprecedented surge in demand for digital infrastructure, particularly data centres.  Once viewed as a niche segment within real estate and infrastructure markets, these facilities have rapidly evolved into a distinct asset class.  As AI models grow in scale and … Read more

HKT to participate in GenA.I. Sandbox++ to develop AI Agent identity verification

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – HKT (SEHK: 6823) – HKT Payment Limited[1], HKT’s financial services arm, has been selected by Hong Kong’s financial regulators to participate in the Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenA.I.) Sandbox++ initiative and conduct a pilot trial on registration and verification for AI … Read more

ATFX World Trading Cup Gains Momentum as Traders Worldwide Compete for USD 210,000

Source: Media Outreach Registration extended to 14 September 2026 following strong global response, giving more traders the opportunity to compete HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – ATFX World Trading Cup is under way, bringing together new and existing ATFX clients from around the world to compete for a USD … Read more

Dusit brings ASAI Hotels to Malaysia with the opening of ASAI Gamuda Cove – the brand’s largest property to date

Source: Media Outreach Opening in September within one of Selangor’s most ambitious developments, ASAI Gamuda Cove brings together 280 rooms, locally inspired dining, and easy access to wetlands and waterpark attractions in a well-connected destination near Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sepang International Circuit BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – … Read more

Northland nurse and academic wins prestigious Māori leadership award

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa Northland nurse and academic Dr Pipi Barton has been awarded the 2026 Te Akenehi Hei Memorial Award celebrating nurse leadership. This prestigious title is awarded only every two years. It is the highest honour that can be given by Te Rūnanga o Aotearoa representing Tōpūtanga … Read more

Earth Sciences – What happened in Nepal, could it happen here and does climate change play a role?

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Our thoughts are with the people and communities affected by the tragic events yesterday in Nepal, including those who have lost loved ones, those who are missing, and everyone involved in the response and recovery effort. The comments below are intended to help explain what is currently understood about the … Read more

Turning AI Innovation into Sustainable Profitability: Deepexi Technology (1384.HK) Delivers Surging Revenue, Quarterly Profitability, and a Differentiated Enterprise AI Platform

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – In an era when enterprise software valuations are being fundamentally repriced by the rise of agentic AI, Deepexi Technology Co., Ltd. (1384.HK) has emerged as a rare counterexample: a pure-play enterprise AI platform that is delivering both technology leadership and … Read more

ZTE Hosts Hong Kong Industrial Delegation to Advance Digital Transformation in GBA Manufacturing

Source: Media Outreach SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, hosted a delegation of the Shenzhen Advanced Technology and Smart Manufacturing Delegation, jointly organized by the Shenzhen Liaison Unit (SZLU) of the Hong Kong Economic … Read more

Double homicide investigation launched, Wattle Downs

Source: New Zealand Police Police have launched a homicide investigation after two people were found dead at a Wattle Downs property this afternoon. At about 1.45pm, emergency services responded to reports of a woman unresponsive at an address on Gambare Place. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Detective Inspector Tofilau Faamanuia Va’aelua, Counties…

Serious crash, Pilcher Road, Hastings district

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a two-vehicle crash that has blocked Pilcher Road in Mangateretere this afternoon.  Police were alerted to the crash, between Giles Lane and Lawn Road, about 4.15pm.  Initial indications suggest one person has critical injuries, while another has serious injuries.  Diversions are in place and…

Centre for Family Violence and Sexual Violence Prevention changes finalised

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Justice Headline: Centre for Family Violence and Sexual Violence Prevention changes finalised Final decisions on proposed changes to the Centre for Family Violence and Sexual Violence Prevention structure have been announced today [27 August] following consultation with staff, Board Chair and Secretary for Justice Andrew Kibblewhite says. “The new structure…

Government welcomes Tourism 2050 strategy

Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has welcomed the release of Tourism Industry Aotearoa’s Tourism 2050 strategy. “The strategy will contribute to ongoing conversations about the future of tourism and highlights a range of opportunities and challenges the sector will need to navigate over coming decades,” Louise Upston says.  “I congratulate TIA on…