Alicia Keys, aespa, and Dimash Join Top Vietnamese Stars at 8Wonder Winter 2025

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – 8Wonder Winter 2025 officially announces its full lineup, featuring global music icon Alicia Keys, “the songbird of America” with 17 prestigious GRAMMY Awards; K-pop’s new-generation phenomenon aespa; “the limitless voice” Dimash; and top Vietnamese artists Van Mai Huong, HIEUTHUHAI, and Maydays. … Read more

Green GSM honored with E-Mobility Award for advancing electric transportation in the Philippines

Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – Green GSM has been honored with the E-Mobility Award for Technology Adoption by the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP), recognizing its outstanding contribution to promoting electric mobility and supporting the country’s transition to sustainable transportation. Green GSM honored with … Read more

Global Chinese Musicians and Enterprises Unite to Build a Sustainable Future for Carbon Credits through the “Echo Tree Project”

Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – In response to the growing challenges of climate change and ecological degradation, ECHO TREE GROUP INC has officially launched the Echo Tree Project, an international initiative calling on global enterprises and musicians to collaborate. By integrating cultural creativity, technological innovation, and … Read more

12th Singapore Media Festival Returns with a Celebration of Asian Creativity, Connection, and Impact

Source: Media Outreach 55,000+ industry leaders, creator-preneurs, and fans gather in Singapore for 12 days, championing innovation and collaboration Over 120 films from 45+ countries, with Singapore stories taking centre stage Catch the largest-ever tabletop gaming showcase, and pop culture icons from the Power Rangers to local celebrity Jeanette Aw SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire … Read more

State of local emergency terminated for most parts of Canterbury

Source: New Zealand Government The Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell has terminated the state of local emergency for most parts of the Canterbury Region. The state of local emergency for Waimakariri District, Christchurch City, Selwyn District, Ashburton District, Timaru District, Mackenzie District, Hurunui District and Waimate District ended at 5.40pm today. “The … Read more

Advocacy – PSNA says Israeli Deputy Minister ‘sneaking into NZ’ this weekend while Israel resumes its genocide in Gaza

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa – PSNA It seems clear from media reports that Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskell is visiting Auckland this weekend as part of a trip to strengthen ties with New Zealand and other Pacific countries. Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa Co-chair Maher Nazal says he would expect Foreign Minister Winston Peters to … Read more

Michelin Ignites the Future of Mobility at “Michelin Beyond Performance” Asia Pacific Media Day 2025

Source: Media Outreach Unveils Bold Innovations, Strategic Partnerships, and a Vision for a Sustainable Tomorrow Revolutionary Vision: Michelin showcases its strategy to become a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences, driven by its All-Sustainable framework: People × Profit × Planet. Powerful Partnerships: Industry leaders and KOL joined Michelin in a panel discussion to share … Read more

Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific sets foot in Vietnam

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 October 2025 – Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific is pleased to announce the opening of its first office in Vietnam. Headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City, the new office will provide comprehensive trade credit solutions to local exporters, catering to their increasing demand … Read more

Warrant to arrest: Ross Hunt

Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Ross Hunt, 38, who has a warrant for his arrest. Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Hunt is known to have connections in the Canterbury region. Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and … Read more

Universities – Docs’ self-rated care not necessarily appreciated – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) GPs who rate themselves as ‘compassionate’ don’t necessarily have patients who agree. A doctor who believes they are offering compassionate care doesn’t necessarily mean their patients feel cared for, according to new research out of Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. While patients appreciate an accurate diagnosis, a clean clinic, decent … Read more

Universities Research busts myth of ‘compassion fatigue’ – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) ‘Compassion fatigue’ is widely regarded as the personal cost of caring, but new research from Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland questions that narrative ‘Compassion fatigue’ is widely regarded as the personal cost of caring, but new research from Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland questions that narrative and suggests … Read more

Tourism – Triple adventure swing launches in Queenstown

Source: AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand   The South Island’s first three-person adventure swing opened at the iconic Queenstown home of AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand (AJHBNZ) today. AJHBNZ co-founder Henry van Asch and Destination Queenstown chief executive Mat Woods were the first riders of the anticipated Kawarau Swing at the official launch today. Located … Read more

Advocacy – Prime Minister urged to demand Israel allow New Zealand humanitarian supplies through to the starving people of Gaza – PSNA

Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) PSNA is urging Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to stand up to Israel and demand it allow the tens of millions in New Zealand aid to get through to the starving people of Gaza. Despite the ceasefire the head of the World Health Organisation said today the hunger crisis in Gaza … Read more

Weather News – A weekend breather before Monday’s storm – MetService

Source: MetService Covering period of Friday 24th – Monday 27th October – A weekend breather before Monday’s storm. Widespread wild weather on Thursday Settled weekend for many Further severe weather expected on Monday (Labour Day) After a wet and wild week, holidaymakers will be glad to hear that settled conditions are forecast for much of … Read more

Apical Awarded ESGBusiness Award for Sustainable Supply Chain Partnership

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – Apical was awarded the Sustainable Supply Chain Partnership Award – Singapore at the ESGBusiness Awards 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The honour recognises Apical’s leadership in building a responsible, deforestation-free palm oil sourcing model that supports inclusive growth across its value chain. … Read more

SIBUR Develops Own Components for Polymer Production for Automotive Industry

Source: Media Outreach MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – SIBUR, Russia’s largest producer of modern synthetic materials, has developed its own grades of polyols, key organic compounds in the production of polyurethane foam for the automotive industry. Together with its partners, SIBUR has developed a polyurethane foam system for car … Read more

Waikato Police remind motorists to be patient

Source: New Zealand Police Waikato Police are already noticing significant congestion on roads across the district as people head away for the long weekend, prompting a reminder to people to be extra patient. “We’re already seeing southbound traffic building up south of Cambridge as people get away for the long weekend,” says Senior Sergeant Andrew … Read more

Arrest following Glen Eden aggravated robbery

Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested and charged a man following an aggravated robbery at a park in Glen Eden earlier this week. At about 1.45pm on 21 October, Police responded to a report of a person being assaulted and threatened with a knife at Ceramco Park. The two alleged offenders have then taken … Read more

Health – ProCare launches Le Va’s Pacific cultural training module for primary care

Source: ProCare Leading healthcare provider, ProCare is proud to announce the launch of Le Va’s Engaging Pasifika for ProCare. It’s a free online Pacific cultural learning module developed with Le Va to support primary care teams in delivering culturally responsive care for Pacific patients. Tailored specifically for practices within ProCare’s Network, the module is the … Read more

Exercise NZ – Play Week 2025: Exercise & Embrace the Joy of Play

Source: Exercise NZ As Play Week 2025 draws to a close, Exercise New Zealand is reminding Aotearoa, and the whole exercise industry, that movement isn’t just a task, it’s a joy. Play lives everywhere, in the backyard, along the footpath, and in the gentle rhythm of our children’s laughter and family conversations. Yet if we … Read more

Confidence Rises: APAC CEOs Prioritise Regional Partnerships, Innovation, and AI as Engines for Growth

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – Egon Zehnder, the world’s preeminent leadership advisory firm, today released the results of its latest global CEO survey, The CEO Response. Launched at the Berlin Global Dialogue, the study surveyed 1,235 CEOs, including 132 leaders from the Asia-Pacific (APAC) — over half … Read more

Murder charges following Buckland Beach double homicide

Source: New Zealand Police Police have today arrested and charged a man with two counts of murder in relation to an ongoing double homicide investigation. A 38-year-old male will appear in the Manukau District Court today. Counties Manukau CIB have been investigating a fatal fire on Murvale Drive, Bucklands Beach on 2 October. Jung Sup … Read more

Universities Minister to promote NZ education in China

Source: New Zealand Government Universities and Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti will travel to Beijing this month to promote New Zealand’s high-quality education offering at the China Annual Conference and Expo for International Education (CACIE). New Zealand is the Country of Honour at CACIE 2025, one of the largest international education events … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash, SH1 Brynderwyn

Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to release the names of the two people who were killed in a crash on State Highway 1, Brynderwyn on 17 October. They were Vicky-May Davies, 20, and Memphis Strachan, 20. Our thoughts are with their whanau and friends at this difficult time. Enquiries into … Read more

Northland News – Hull checks to resume soon

Source: Northland Regional Council Hull checks to resume soon – Divers are about to begin checking more than 2000 boat hulls around Te Taitokerau as the Northland Regional Council (NRC) begins its annual summer hunt for unwanted marine pests. Kaeden Leonard, the council’s Biosecurity Manager – Marine, says a combination of contractors and NRC scientific divers … Read more

Whakatāne crisis recovery café gets boost

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey announced on the final stop of the Rural Health Roadshow that Whakatāne’s Resilience Café, the town’s local crisis recovery café, will receive a funding boost from the Government. “Emergency departments aren’t always the best place for someone in mental distress. Crisis recovery cafés like Resilience, … Read more

Take care on the roads this Labour Weekend

Source: New Zealand Police Police warn road users to be wary of the consequences should you attempt to endanger your life, those in your vehicle, or others sharing the road this Labour Weekend. With the recent weather causing disruption around the country, it’s a reminder to everyone travelling to factor in the conditions – whether … Read more