Hong Leong Bank Wins Three Awards at Asian Banking & Finance Retail Banking Awards, Affirming its Transformative Journey Towards Becoming the Best Run Bank in Malaysia

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – Hong Leong Bank (“HLB” or the “Bank”) has won awards in three coveted categories at the Asian Banking & Finance (“ABF”) Retail Banking Awards 2025, a testament to the significant progress the Bank has made in its 5 year bankwide … Read more

HGC Appoints Argon Ho as Chief Commercial Officer of Group ICT Business

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – HGC Global Communications (“HGC” or the “Group“), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, today announced the appointment of Argon Ho as Chief Commercial Officer – Group ICT Business, with immediate effect. In this role, … Read more

Prologue By SL Aesthetic Group Opens at Ngee Ann City: Integrating Lifestyle Medicine with Specialised Women’s Care

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – Recognising a crucial need for a more holistic and personalised approach to healthcare, SL Aesthetic Group announced the launch of Prologue at Ngee Ann City. The healthcare facility comprises two complementary entities: Prologue The Lifestyle Medical Clinic, which provides lifestyle medicine and … Read more

Name release, fatal crash, Tarawera

Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to release the name of the man who died following a crash on State Highway 5 at Tarawera on 28 May. He was 30-year-old Gonzalo Ezequiel Altez Sosa, of Akina, Hastings. Our thoughts are with those close to him. Enquiries into the circumstances of the … Read more

Carlsberg Asia launches Digital Acceleration Program to drive future growth across Asia

Source: Media Outreach New regional strategy deepens digital platform partnerships, and fuels innovation HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – A new chapter is underway at Carlsberg Asia, as the brand outlines a future-facing digital roadmap anchored in strategic collaborations with three of Asia’s major O2O and quick commerce platforms … Read more

Singapore’s Most Experiential Indoor Attraction, Museum of Ice Cream, Offers Unlimited Ice Cream in Up to 19 Flavours and Multi-Sensory Fun for All Ages

Source: Media Outreach Museum of Ice Cream Singapore has attracted fans worldwide, including Bollywood stars Rucha Hasabnis, Juhi Parmar, and internet personality Aakriti Rana. Endless scoops of fun await the entire family in a newly imagined space packed with interactive installations, immersive workshops, and unlimited treats. Enjoy 5% off General admission tickets from now till … Read more

BAC Education’s MUSIC4GOOD 2.0: The Polymaths Are Back

Source: Media Outreach SELANGOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 –Get ready to turn up the volume for a night of unforgettable music and meaningful impact! The Polymaths featuring Raja Singham, Azlan Shaharbi, Siva Ramanathan, Sudesh Kumar Nair, Sundara Raj Ramamurthy and friends, are returning to the stage for MUSIC4GOOD 2.0, this … Read more

Algo Forest Showcases Hong Kong Fintech Power on World Stage with Revolutionary “AI Signals Page”

Source: Media Outreach Invited to landmark meeting with Abu Dhabi Investment Office, as its Forex Forest ecosystem empowers global retail investors, crediting H.K. government policy and Belt and Road opportunities. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – While retail investors worldwide grapple with ineffective strategies, lagging copy trades, and opaque … Read more

NZTA welcomes sentencing for abuse of WoF system

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is welcoming the recent sentencing of a man in the Auckland District Court to six months’ imprisonment, following serious breaches of transport law, including the unauthorised issuing of Warrants of Fitness (WoFs). Between December 2022 and June 2023, Dwayne Lord fraudulently accessed the NZTA’s … Read more

Vingroup awarded first-class labor order for outstanding achievements in developing the National Exhibition Fair Center

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2025 – Vingroup was awarded the First-Class Labor Order in recognition of its exceptional achievements in developing the National Exhibition Fair Center. This prestigious award acknowledges the Group’s breakthrough efforts and determination in completing the project 15 months ahead of schedule, celebrating the … Read more

Wilful damage charges follow Christchurch protest

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Acting Sergeant Danny Schaare:  Canterbury Police have charged six people with wilful damage following an incident where hundreds of stickers were placed on a store window during a protest on 2 August. The store has recently seen a number of similar incidents, and the cost of clean up … Read more

Education – Ara connects with international partners at key events

Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury Leaders in the international education sphere gathered at Ara Institute of Canterbury on Wednesday for a showcase of innovation, collaboration and cultural connection. Hosted at Te Puna Wānaka, Ara’s wharenui, the event welcomed 35 key education and immigration from across the globe and offered a firsthand experience of Ara’s learning environment and … Read more

Westport homicide: Name release, manslaughter charge laid

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Glen Lindup: Police have laid a new charge in relation to the death of a man in Westport last month. About 3:10pm on 31 July, Police were called to a reported altercation at a Palmerston Street motel. The victim was located critically injured and … Read more

Psychology Assistants to grow workforce

Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey has welcomed the New Zealand Psychologists Board’s move to approve the development of the Psychology Assistant role, saying it will increase access to timely mental health and addiction support. “We know there are long-standing workforce shortages across the sector, and this initiative opens the door for … Read more

Hani Terraced Fields: A Paradise Harboring Ingenious Technology

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – The year 2025 marks the 40th anniversary of China’s accession to the World Heritage Convention, a milestone that highlights the country’s commitment to preserving its cultural and natural treasures. Among these jewels, the Hani Terraced Fields in Yuanyang County of Honghe … Read more

Further alleged shooting incident in Levin

Source: New Zealand Police Police are making enquiries into an incident in Levin today where a person appears to have sustained a gunshot wound. Emergency services were called to Bartholomew Road at 12pm. A person was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Police are speaking with people to help determine who was involved and what … Read more

Economy – OCR lowered to 3% – Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand OCR lowered to 3% – Monetary Policy Statement and the MPC’s record of meeting, which summarises the committee’s discussions, leading to the decision. Annual consumers price index inflation is currently around the top of the Monetary Policy Committee’s 1 to 3 percent target band. However, with spare capacity in … Read more

Forestry Sector – Why carbon forestry rules won’t work – Federated Farmers

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers says the Government’s proposed rules to limit whole-farm conversions to carbon forestry are far too weak to stop the damage being done to rural New Zealand. “The draft rules have completely missed the mark,” says Federated Farmers forestry spokesperson Richard Dawkins. “As they’re currently drafted, the proposed regulations will barely make … Read more

Foxconn Technology Invests US$30 Million in Robocore to Expand into Medical and Elderly Care Robotics Market

Source: Media Outreach Projects 5X Revenue Growth by 2028, Accelerates Global Market Leadership and Paves the Way for IPO HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – Robocore Technology Limited (Robocore), a partner company of Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), is pleased to announce the recent completion of … Read more

J. Bruhin Muller Introduces New Luxury B3 NAD+ Serums with AI-Powered Skin Analysis

Source: Media Outreach GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – Luxury skincare J. Bruhin Muller today announced the launch of new concentrated serums and sumptuous crème, formulated with Vitamin B3 NAD+ and skin reviving peptides. These new, supercharged serums and luxurious crème help rejuvenate on a cellular level. Luxury skincare J. … Read more

Police arrest three, seize synthetic cannabis and firearms in Canterbury

Source: New Zealand Police Three people have been arrested, and synthetic cannabis, cash, and ammunition seized, following five search warrants in Christchurch this morning. Detective Sergeant Brad Grainger, from Canterbury’s Organised Crime Team, says there has been an increase in the manufacture and supply of synthetic cannabis across the district over the last month.  In … Read more

Homicide investigation launched in Rotorua

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute the following to Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Van Kempen: A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Rotorua this afternoon. Emergency services were called to an assault on Trigg Ave around 12:20pm. Upon arrival, a man was located in a critical condition but died … Read more

Falling interest rates good for growth and jobs

Source: New Zealand Government Falling interest rates are good for growth, businesses, jobs and Kiwis paying off their mortgages, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. The Reserve Bank announced today that it was reducing the Official Cash Rate (OCR) from 3.25 to 3 per cent and signalled two further reductions this year.  “The latest reduction means … Read more

Veterinary Emergency Centre Launches 24/7 Emergency Care for Pets Now Offering Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialty Service & HomeVet Services

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2025 – To address the increasingly diverse medical needs of pet owners in Hong Kong, Veterinary Emergency Centre (VEC) is proud to announce the launch of two major new services: Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialty Service (Internal Medicine) and HomeVet Services, in … Read more

Police lay new charge in Papatoetoe homicide

Source: New Zealand Police A man faces a murder charge over the death of a woman in Papatoetoe earlier this month. Police have been investigating the death of 84-year-old Joan Beale since she was located deceased at her home in Ashlynne Avenue on 9 August. A 50-year-old man arrested at the time was due to … Read more

Farming to get easier with improved freshwater farm plans

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has made significant improvements to the freshwater farm plan system through the Resource Management (Consenting and Other System Changes) Amendment Act which has now passed into law, says Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Associate Environment Minister Andrew Hoggard. “These changes are about making farm plans workable and affordable so … Read more

Disturbing Details Of Euthanasia Drugs – Expert

Source: Family First MEDIA RELEASE – 20 August 2025 Disturbing Details Of Euthanasia Drugs – Expert It’s not just the use of sedatives – it’s the neuromuscular blockers designed to ensure those watching the death only see peace and calm when the reality could be quite different. Family First is today releasing a podcast that … Read more