AECOM and CityUHK School of Energy and Environment forge strategic partnership to accelerate Hong Kong’s sustainability and climate resilience goals

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, and the School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), a leading hub in sustainability, today announced a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). … Read more

Smart contracts move into real-world trade as Unloq completes its first financing deal

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Unloq today announced the completion of its first live smart-contract-based trade financing transaction, funding commercial receivables using XUSD¹. The transaction marks one of the early instances of stablecoins being used to finance real cross-border trade activity rather than purely digital-asset markets. The … Read more

The 10-Year Bestseller: XIXILI Refreshes Its Seamless Icon with New Colours

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Known for creating intimates that prioritise comfort and thoughtful design, XIXILI celebrates ten years of its bestselling seamless panties. Now available in new colours, these everyday essentials continue to be a top choice for women seeking fuss-free simplicity. With a … Read more

Honda LCR Partners with GOD55 Sports for Successful Fan Zone Experience at MotoGP 2026 KL Launch

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Standout MotoGP Booth Experience for Fans in Malaysia MotoGP fans were treated to a unique motorsports experience at the MotoGP Launch in Kuala Lumpur, held from 2 – 7 February, 2026. Organised by Honda LCR and supported by GOD55 Sports, … Read more

Bad Bunny Wears Desert Diamond to Perform at Super Bowl LX On February 8, 2026, In Santa Clara, California

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Source: Media Outreach About De Beers Group Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world’s leading diamond company with expertise in the exploration, mining, marketing and retailing of diamonds. Together with its joint venture partners, De Beers Group employs more than 20,000 people across the diamond pipeline and is the world’s largest diamond producer … Read more

Land earmarked for new Kumeū high school

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering for the rapidly growing communities of North-West Auckland, with land now prioritised and earmarked for a much-needed new secondary school in Kumeū, Education Minister Erica Stanford says.  “This Government is delivering for growth communities and acting now to support families with the schools they need. Protecting land through … Read more

Welcome to the Year of the Horse

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation The 2026 Chinese New Year is on Tuesday February 17, entering the Year of the Horse. As part of the celebrations, many people will be sharing gifts, including American ginseng and other traditional Chinese medicines. Some of these products contain ingredients from species protected under CITES. To bring them into New … Read more

DOC urges caution over severe North Island weather warnings

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  13 February 2026 MetService has already issued orange warnings for the Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, and Gisborne/Tairawhiti. Heavy rain is expected across many parts of the North Island. Kahori Nakagawa, Acting Operations Manager Hawke’s Bay, says it’s important for visitors to check DOC’s website for any current warnings and updates, … Read more

Police urge people going outdoors to prepare following incidents since the new year

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Source: New Zealand Police Southern Police Search and Rescue are urging anyone heading to the outdoors to be prepared after multiple search and rescue operations since the new year. Southern District’s Operations Manager Inspector Matthew Scoles oversees all Search and Rescue teams across the district, and emphasises that while conditions may be perfect when heading … Read more

December visitor arrivals highest since 2019

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes new data showing New Zealand’s international visitor arrivals continued to rise in December, with strong growth from China and Australia in particular.   Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says Stats NZ’s arrival statistics for December 2025 show New Zealand’s tourism recovery continues to build.    The December 2025 year … Read more

Nowhere to go: Police response rounds up offenders

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Source: New Zealand Police A Police operation in Pukekohe quickly rounded up several persons of interest in recent aggravated robbery investigations. The situation unfolded on Thursday afternoon with Police resource flooding into the township, resulting in three sought offenders being arrested. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, from Counties Manukau CIB, says an off-duty officer located a … Read more

Dangerous driving leads to arrest

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Source: New Zealand Police A dangerous driver allegedly travelling on the wrong side of the road with his children in the car will now face court. At about 12.20am, Police attempted to stop a vehicle seen travelling at excess speed on Pilkington Road, Panmure. “The vehicle failed to stop and has then been observed running … Read more

Common sense approach to life-saving medicines

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Source: New Zealand Government Trained Oranga Tamariki staff will shortly be able to administer life-saving medicines, in a common sense move that will also allow young people to access the services of Nurse Practitioners. “Previously only a doctor or nurse could administer EpiPens and Glucagon Pen Kits, and if there wasn’t a doctor or nurse … Read more

Mautohe Cathedral Cove closed as weather warnings issued

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  13 February 2026 Periods of rain, some it heavy, are predicted for Coromandel through 13, 14 and 15 February. A MetService Orange Weather Warning for the area was issued at 11 am today. DOC’s Coromandel Operations Manager Nick Kelly says the Trigger Response Action Plan for Mautohe Cathedral Cove requires … Read more

Warrant to arrest: Steven Te Maru Walters

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are working to locate Steven Te Maru Walters, who has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by Police. Walters, 40, is wanted by Police in relation to breaching his release conditions and is known to frequent the Whangārei area. It’s believed he is actively avoiding Police. If you … Read more

Foreign Minister hosts Commonwealth Secretary General

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Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has welcomed Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey on her first official visit to New Zealand today.  “The Commonwealth plays an important role in bringing countries together around shared values,” Mr Peters says.  “New Zealand welcomes the Secretary-General’s engagement in the Pacific and her focus on reform, and we … Read more

Health and Safety changes will harm workers

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Source: NZCTU The new Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill is a dangerous move away from the longstanding commitment to ensure all workers should come home healthy and safe, says New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi President Sandra Grey. “New Zealand has a long way to go to make workplaces safer, … Read more

Turkish delegation visit strengthens historic bond

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Source: New Zealand Government The friendship forged after the Gallipoli campaign more than a century ago is stronger than ever, following an official visit by a senior Turkish delegation, Veterans Minister Chris Penk says.  The delegation comprised Mr Ömer Toraman, the Governor of Çanakkale — the province encompassing the Gallipoli Peninsula — Mr İsmail Kaşdemir, President of the Gallipoli Historical Site Directorate, … Read more

Northcote’s new community hub gets underway

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Source: Auckland Council Northcote is rapidly transforming – and with nearly 890 new homes already completed, another 300 under construction and more planned, improved community facilities are essential. To support this growing neighbourhood and create better spaces for people to connect, a new multi-purpose community hub will begin next month on the site of the … Read more

National strategy launched to cut AML red tape and crack down on criminals

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Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has today released New Zealand’s new Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) National Strategy. “The Strategy for 2026–2030 sets out a four-year work programme to make it easier for honest New Zealanders and businesses to get ahead, while making it harder for criminals to … Read more

All Stars countdown kicks off in Hamilton

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Source: New Zealand Government Hamilton is set to come alive this weekend as rugby league fans descend on the city for the 2026 NRL All Stars event, backed by the Government.  “The NRL All Stars event is a unique, trans-Tasman celebration of sport, community and culture, bringing together Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori players to … Read more

Police appeal for information on historical offending at Wellington school

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Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Simmons: Police are appealing for anyone who may have information on offending by Father Rowan Donoghue to come forward. This comes after all suppressions for Father Donoghue lifted on 28 January 2026. He has pleaded guilty in Christchurch District Court on 13 November 2025, in … Read more

Dirt bike rider sees red and blue

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Source: New Zealand Police A dirt bike rider allegedly caught driving dangerously through Ōtara has had his wheels confiscated and is facing a raft of charges. On Sunday, Police observed a dirt bike rider allegedly weaving in and out of traffic on Bairds Road. Senior Sergeant Simon Cornish, of Counties Manukau East Police, says the … Read more

NZ-Singapore e-certification arrangement to boost trade in food & primary products

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Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Singapore have signed a new electronic certification arrangement that will streamline trade and reduce costs, Trade and Investment, and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says. Export health certification confirms products meet the importing country’s regulatory requirements, including in animal or plant health, hygiene, and food safety. The current paper-based … Read more

The dangers of living by your ‘love language’

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Source: Radio New Zealand Do you need words of affirmation? Quality time? Acts of service? Gifts? Or physical touch? Figuring out your “love language” has become one of the most successful relationship ideas of the past two decades. Why? Because the idea is simple, flattering and easy to apply. While incredibly popular and often used … Read more

LNG plan sparks showdown in parliament

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Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s announcement about a plan to establish an LNG import facility, and the levy to fund it, has been badly received. Marika Khabazi / RNZ Imported liquified natural gas could be a stopgap insurance policy against dry years – or an expensive, dirty fuel that will hit Kiwis … Read more

Nicola Willis urges Adrian Orr to front up in inquiry into economic responses to Covid-19

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Source: Radio New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis. RNZ / Mark Papalii Finance Minister Nicola Willis is urging the previous Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr to front up to the inquiry into the economic responses to Covid-19. The government announced the independent review on Wednesday, saying it would identify key lessons from the spike in … Read more