PolyU x BOCHK International Future Challenge (Hong Kong Regional Final) yields top four teams, 18 innovative teams showcase capabilities at Global Unicorn Summit

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – Hosted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and title sponsored by Bank of China (Hong Kong) (BOCHK), the PolyU x BOCHK International Future Challenge (Hong Kong Regional Final) concluded earlier (24 August) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition … Read more

Police making enquiries into alleged serious assault following crash, Manukau

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are making enquiries into a serious assault in Manukau this evening. About 5.10pm, Police were notified of an assault that occurred after a two-vehicle crash between a Toyota and a Volkswagen on Ronwood Road. Senior Sergeant Aji Basra says an occupant of the Toyota has reportedly been assaulted by occupants of…

Serious crash, Oruru Road, Peria

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at a serious two-vehicle crash in Peria this evening.  Emergency services were called to Oruru Road near Jason Road about 8pm.  Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.  The Serious Crash Unit has been advised. The road will be closed for some time while emergency services are…

From textile waste to runway: Redress Design Award 2026 opens public vote for the next generation of sustainable fashion designers

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – Redress, the Asia-focused environmental NGO dedicated to reducing clothing’s negative environmental impacts since 2007, is calling on consumers worldwide to vote online for their favourite Finalist in the Redress Design Award 2026, the world’s leading sustainable fashion design competition. Voting … Read more

Election 2026 – No New Taxes and a Cap on Rates – National

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Source: New Zealand National Party We are putting a cap on council rates increases. For far too long households and businesses have been hit with steep, unexpected rates hikes, with average increases of 14.2 per cent and 9.2 per cent over the past two years alone. Those kinds of increases are not sustainable. Enough is … Read more

Te Pāti Māori tax policy welcome recognition of inequality challenge – Better Taxes

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Source: Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign 26 August 2026 As the two major parties run for cover, the Kiwi Tax Plan released today by Te Pāti Māori faces up to the need to rebalance our tax system to address the cost of living crisis and skyrocketing inequality, according to the Better Taxes for … Read more

Dr. Terence Tan, Medical Director of Halley Body Slimming Clinic, Discusses an Integrated Approach to Semaglutide Treatment and Weight Management at the Society of Aesthetic Medicine (Singapore) Conference 2026

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – On Sunday, 26 July 2026, Dr. Terence Tan of Halley Body Slimming Clinic presented at the Society of Aesthetic Medicine (Singapore) Conference 2026. Organised by the Society of Aesthetic Medicine (Singapore), the two-day conference brought together doctors to discuss developments across aesthetic … Read more

SIRIVANNAVARI Designs Thailand’s Official Ceremony Uniforms For The 20th Asian Games

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Source: Media Outreach Thai craftsmanship and contemporary design come together under “The Art of Unity”, bringing locally handwoven cotton and traditional indigo textiles to the international sporting stage. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – SIRIVANNAVARI has designed the official ceremony uniforms for Thailand’s national athletes for the 20th Asian Games … Read more

Gender pay gap stays near record low

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Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s gender pay gap remains at a near-record low, thanks to the work of government and employers to identify and close them, Minister for Women Nicola Grigg says. Statistics New Zealand has today confirmed the gender pay gap was 5.3 percent in the June quarter, largely unchanged from last year’s…

Huawei and HP Inc. Sign Global Patent Cross-Licensing Agreement

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Source: Media Outreach SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – Today, Huawei and HP Inc. announced the signing of a multiyear global patent cross-licensing agreement, including license to HP Inc. for certain Huawei WiFi patents. This milestone agreement not only reflects the companies’ cooperation in the field of intellectual property licensing … Read more

Arrow Electronics brings AI, electrification, and intelligent power solutions to PCIM Asia

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Source: Media Outreach Addressing AI’s growing power demands with greater efficiency and resilience SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – Arrow Electronics, a global provider of technology solutions, will showcase AI, electrification, and intelligent power solutions at PCIM Asia Shenzhen 2026, taking place from August 26-28 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition … Read more

Universities – Good news honey – habitat changes no deterrent for some Fijian native bees – Flinders

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Source: Flinders University 26 August 2026 While extreme weather and habitat changes can spell doom for many native animals, including insects, a different picture has emerged from a new study led by Flinders University. Long-running investigations into native bee populations of Fiji bees indicate several species of the lowland ‘sweat bees’ (genus Lasioglossum), have evolved … Read more

Government drops the ball on waste minimisation – Zero Waste Aotearoa

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Source: Zero Waste Aotearoa Long awaited updates to the Waste Minimisation and Litter Acts will not be introduced to the house this parliamentary term. The government advised stakeholders that no further work is progressing. These updates would have given business and households a modern, fit for purpose law to help prevent and reduce waste, litter … Read more

NZCTU welcomes the discussion opened up by the release of Te Pāti Māori’s tax plan

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Source: NZCTU “The NZCTU welcomes a discussion on New Zealand’s tax system following the release of Te Pāti Māori’s tax plan, as well as the plan released in June by the Green Party”, says Sandra Grey, President of the NZ Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi. “New Zealand’s tax system is unfair. Working people…

Unguarded farm machinery can change lives in seconds

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Source: Worksafe New Zealand WorkSafe is reminding farmers to make sure all machinery guards are in place and regularly checked after a farm worker suffered life-changing injuries when he became entangled in an unguarded power take-off (PTO) shaft on a Wairarapa dairy farm. The worker lost an arm and suffered multiple serious injuries after his…

Over 260,000 young children eligible for funded flu vaccines from 2027

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Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour welcomes Pharmac’s decision to strengthen New Zealand’s vaccine response, including by funding the flu vaccine for children aged 6 months up to 5 years old for the 2027 flu season. “Winter is a challenging period for many Kiwis. Strong flu strains in recent years have made…

Health Minister’s claim Winter Plan ‘managing well’ delusional – NZNO

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Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Health Minister Simeon Brown’s claim that hospitals are ‘managing well’ because of the Government’s Winter Plan is delusional, NZNO says. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO Kaiwhakahaere Kerri Nuku says the Minister’s comments yesterday beggar belief. “Despite Emergency Departments (ED) being completely overwhelmed and patients being treated in waiting rooms … Read more

Shanghai Summer 2026 Makes the City Easier to Explore with New Travel, Payment and Visitor Services

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Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – From tapping into the metro and paying at local shops to claiming tax refunds, booking family stays and unlocking dining benefits, Shanghai Summer 2026 is introducing visitor-focused products designed to make exploring the city easier for international travellers. Running from July … Read more

Only 49% of Singaporeans Feel Prepared for the Next Decade

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Source: Media Outreach Financial pressures and burnout emerge as key challenges to life preparedness according to Etiqa Insurance Singapore Life Preparedness Survey 2026 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – Only 49% of Singaporeans feel prepared for the next decade, despite 76% already taking action to improve their financial wellbeing, health and … Read more

Hardcore Quality Conquers Global Users: GREE Premium RACs Top the 2025 Global Sales

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Source: Media Outreach ZHUHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – Recently, Frost & Sullivan, a globally renowned market research and consulting firm, awarded GREE Electric Appliances a certificate, recognizing that “GREE Ranked No. 1 Globally by Sales Volume of Premium Residential Air Conditioners in 2025”. The certification confirms that, based on … Read more

Gender pay gap widens — women work for free from 27 November

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Source: NZCTU Today, the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi released the 2026 Work for Free Calendar which shows the scale of systemic pay inequality facing women across Aotearoa and the devastating impact of the Government’s gutting of pay equity. “Data released today by Stats NZ shows that the pay gap between…

Binzhou Unveils “Trade-In” Housing Models to Stabilize Real Estate Market

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Source: Media Outreach BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2026 – At a policy briefing on the Binzhou Integrated Real Estate Policy Package held by the Information Office of the Binzhou Municipal Government on August 10, officials outlined the progress of the city’s housing “trade-in” initiative. A view of downtown Binzhou As … Read more

Update: Arrest after man hit by car in Manawatū

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Acting Detective Sergeant Grant Christian:  A man has been arrested in relation to anti-social road user activity near Feilding which left a man in critical condition.  On Saturday 22 August around 12.20am Police responded to Halcombe Road, north of Feilding, after a man was struck by a vehicle.  The…

Election 2026 – Labour recommits to smokefree goals at HCA’s political panel

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Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Labour announced it would restore smokefree generation policies and a licensing regime for tobacco and vapes at Health Coalition Aotearoa’s (HCA) political panel on prevention. Act, the Greens, Labour and Te Pati Māori health spokespeople addressed a strong showing of attendees at the Beehive forum on 25 August, hosted by HCA, … Read more