Health is a Political Choice: Global Leaders Call for Shared Responsibility at the World Health Summit, Gallup and GPMB Release Landmark Reports on Emotional Wellbeing and Pandemic Preparedness

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Source: Media Outreach BERLIN, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 14 October 2025 – Global leaders reaffirmed their commitment to health as a political priority and a cornerstone of peace and resilience on day 2 of the World Health Summit, the leading platform for global health. Against the backdrop of geopolitical crises, global leaders called for shared … Read more

“Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition” Honors Six Decades of Taiwan’s Broadcasting and Screen Heritage

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Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN- Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – In celebration of the 60th Golden Bell Awards, the “Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition (金鐘60/60特展)”, organized by the Bureau of Audiovisual and Music Industry Development (BAMID) under the Ministry of Culture (MOC), is now open at Warehouse 7B, Huashan 1914 Creative Park, running … Read more

Man charged in relation to Foxton baby death

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Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Inspector Craig Sheridan, Central District Manager – Criminal Investigations: Police have arrested a man and charged him with murder in relation to the death of a six-month-old baby in Foxton Beach earlier this year. Emergency services were called to a Seabury Avenue property on 29 June after … Read more

Transport – North Island talent take home prestigious awards

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Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Outstanding contributions to the road freight sector were recognised at Transporting New Zealand’s 2025 North Island Road Freight Industry Awards over the weekend in Napier. The awards, hosted by Transporting New Zealand, celebrate individuals and organisations who drive excellence in the sector – not just on the road but … Read more

Finance – Too many first home buyers are missing out on entering the market – FAMNZ

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Source: Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) The Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) says while data from the New Zealand Banking Association (NZBA) showed that first-time buyers accounted for a quarter of all new home loans in the first half of this year, it should have been higher. … Read more

Phuket Comes Alive as La Dolce Vita Sundays Make a Dazzling Comeback at Carpe Diem

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – Early this month, Carpe Diem Beach Club celebrated the highly anticipated return of its signature series, La Dolce Vita Sundays, with a spectacular relaunch event on 5 October at Phuket’s Bangtao Beach. Source: Carpe Diem Beach Club The brunch-to-sunset gathering drew … Read more

Half-Price Movie Day Drives Cinema Traffic Surge in Hong Kong, Damai Entertainment’s iCIRENA System Ensures Smooth Sales

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – During the National Day holiday, the Hong Kong SAR Government partnered with various sectors to launch a series of cultural and leisure initiatives aimed at celebrating the festive season with the public. Among these, the “Half-Price Movie Day” campaign, organized … Read more

Asia’s Economic Rewiring and the Rise of Future Business Leaders

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Source: Media Outreach HKUST MBA prepares leaders for innovation, inclusion, and leadership in a fast growing region HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – The MBA has faced its share of skepticism in recent years, with some questioning whether it still holds relevance in today’s fast-changing world. At the Hong … Read more

Man charged with drug and firearms offences, Russell

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Source: New Zealand Police A 55-year-old man has been charged with drug and firearms offences following a search warrant in Russell last week. Police executed the search at the property around 9am on Friday 10 October after the man, who was wanted to interview and required to arrest, self-presented to the Russell Police Station. During … Read more

Serious crash update, SH1, Ward

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Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1, south of Ward, Marlborough is currently closed in both directions following a serious three-vehicle crash. Police were called to the scene around 2.50pm today. Initial indications are that one person received critical injuries, and two others received minor/moderate injuries. The Serious Crash Unit will attend the scene to … Read more

Levelling playing field for broadcast advertising

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Source: New Zealand Government Advertising restrictions for broadcasters on Sundays and public holidays will soon be scrapped as legislation passes third reading in Parliament today, Media Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “We need to level the playing field by ensuring local media companies are not disadvantaged by restricted advertising times which don’t apply to digital streaming platforms. … Read more

Green SM debuts in Surabaya, driving a cleaner and smarter way to travel

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Source: Media Outreach SURABAYA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – Residents and visitors in Indonesia’s “City of Heroes” can now enjoy quieter, safer, and more affordable rides with the launch of Green SM, the country’s first premium all-electric taxi service. To celebrate its debut, Green SM is offering up to IDR … Read more

Science funding change raises fresh concerns about jobs and research independence – PSA

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Source: PSA The Government’s decision to consolidate science research funding into a new body – Research Funding New Zealand – raises serious questions about job security and the future independence of research funding decisions. The Government today announced the shift of the Endeavour, Marsden and Strategic Science Investment Funds into Research Funding NZ, along with health research funding … Read more

Blocked, Old Taupō Road, Waikato

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are at the scene of a vehicle stuck in flood waters just north of Tokoroa, on Old Taupō Road between Wiltsdown and Matanuku Roads. The vehicle’s occupants are safely out of the vehicle. Due to the high flood waters motorists are advised to avoid the area. ENDS MIL OSI

New Zealand secures major shipbuilder for new ferries

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government, through its procuring company Ferry Holdings Limited has secured Guangzhou Shipyard International as the builder of two new ferries, Rail Minister Winston Peters confirmed today. “GSI is the largest modern integrated shipbuilding enterprise in Southern China, founded in 1954 and is listed on the Hong Kong and Shanghai stock … Read more

Local Elections – Rural voices lead the way in council elections

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Source: Federated Farmers Farmer voices will be heard loud and clear in council chambers over the next three years, with nearly 70 candidates linked to Federated Farmers elected. “In the lead-up to this election, Federated Farmers urged rural people to get involved in local decision-making – both by standing as candidates and by voting,” Feds … Read more

Sport – Brodie Kane returns to Wānaka to inspire women into endurance sport

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Source: Scope Communications Media personality and multisport athlete Brodie Kane will return to the Gallagher Insurance Challenge Wānaka Half in February 2026, joining Olympic gold medallist Emma Twigg and fitness trainer Caroline Patterson in the team event. Kane will swim the 1.9km leg of the iconic middle-distance triathlon, with Twigg taking on the 90km bike … Read more

ANDPAD Launches English Web Version for Global Users

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Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – ANDPAD Inc. (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Takeo Inada; “ANDPAD”), which operates the eponymous cloud-based construction project management service bearing its name, will launch the English-language version of the web browser for its “ANDPAD” service. Additionally, the setting of time … Read more

Local study options on show at EIT Hawke’s Bay Information and Enrolment Day

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Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 29 seconds ago EIT Hawke’s Bay will host its annual Information and Enrolment Day this week, giving prospective students a chance to explore local study options across its campuses and learning centres. The event runs from 9am to 6pm at the EIT Hawke’s Bay Campus in Taradale, with additional sessions … Read more

Serious crash, Geraldine-Fairlie Highway, Middle Valley

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Source: New Zealand Police The Geraldine-Fairlie Highway is closed following a serious crash. Emergency services were advised around 11:25am that at least two vehicles were involved in a crash at the intersection with Bracefield Road. Two people are said to be in serious condition, and three others have minor to moderate injuries. The intersection is … Read more

Simpler science funding to drive innovation

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Source: New Zealand Government Better access to a new, more efficient science funding system will make it easier for researchers to focus on delivering results that matter for New Zealand, Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti announced today. Following recommendations from the Science System Advisory Group, a single, independent board, called Research Funding … Read more

Agenda for November 2025 Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) meeting

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Source: PHARMAC Information on what the Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) will be considering at its meeting in November 2025. Applications Abemaciclib (branded as VERZENIO) and ribociclib (branded as KISQALI) for people with early-stage breast cancer The Committee will discuss applications for the funding of abemaciclib and ribociclib to be used after surgery (adjuvant treatment) … Read more

Economy – NZ Reserve Bank to ease LVR restrictions

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Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 14 October 2025 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand intends to ease mortgage loan-to-value ratio (LVR) restrictions from 1 December 2025. “Over the past year, we have reviewed our approach to setting LVR restrictions,” explains Acting Assistant Governor Financial Stability, Angus McGregor. “We concluded that the introduction of debt-to-income … Read more

Swiss-Belhotel International Expands Portfolio a 5-star hotel, Grand Swiss-Belhotel Harbour Bay, Batam in Indonesia

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Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 October 2025 – Swiss-Belhotel International, a leading global hospitality management group, has announced the signing of a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) for a new 5-star hotel, Grand Swiss-Belhotel Harbour Bay, Batam. This milestone continues the group’s strong commitment to Indonesia, one of its most … Read more

Health and Tech – Health Accelerator secures national partnership with Heidi to support smarter, AI-enabled healthcare

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Source: Health Accelerator Health Accelerator has today announced a new national partnership with Heidi (formerly known as Heidi Health), bringing AI-powered medical scribe technology to general practices across Aotearoa New Zealand. Heidi uses artificial intelligence to generate real-time consultation notes, referral letters, and patient summaries – enabling clinicians to spend more time with patients and … Read more

Transport – Driven for Community: Orange Sky on the Road with Isuzu

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Source: Isuzu October 14, 2025 – Red earth and shimmering blue horizons; these are the vistas that greet many of the drivers from Orange Sky, as they roll into remote communities across the country with something a little different.   The not-for-profit is well known around Australia for its free mobile laundries that assist people … Read more

Arts – $25,000 CLNZ NZSA Writers’ Award has been awarded to writer Vincent O’Malley

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Source: New Zealand Society of Authors (NZSA) Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa (PEN NZ) Inc Vincent O’Malley has been awarded the 2025 Copyright Licensing New Zealand (CLNZ) and The New Zealand Society of Authors (NZSA) Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa (PEN NZ) Inc, CLNZ | NZSA $25,000 Writers’ Award for his project, with the working … Read more