Oi Wah FY2026 Net Profit Surges by Nearly 48%, Continuous Expansion of Net Interest Margin Demonstrates Business Resilience

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Source: Media Outreach Prudent Risk Management Yields Solid Outcomes metrics, Core Pawn Business Demonstrates Resilient Growth with Proposed Final Dividend of HK$1.15 cents per share Results Highlights: Profit for the year attributable to shareholders increased by approximately 47.8% YoY to approximately HK$82.6 million Net profit margin increased by approximately 16.2 p.p. YoY to approximately 50.2% … Read more

Zawa Launches AI Social Media Post Generator That Thinks Like a Brand Strategist, Not Just a Design Tool

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) The AI Social Content Marketing Tool That Knows Your Brand, Built for Designers, Marketers, and the Businesses They Serve LOS ANGELES, May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zawa, an AI social content marketing tool that thinks like a brand strategist and executes like a design team, today announced the launch of its … Read more

Binzhou Unveils “15th Five-Year Plan” Blueprint: A Strategic Focus on Quality Enhancement and Sustainable Development

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Source: Media Outreach BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2026 – The Information Office of Binzhou Municipal People’s Government recently held a press conference to officially release the Outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development of Binzhou City (hereinafter referred to as “the plan”). The plan sets … Read more

Hellers Limited Sweet Chilli Pork Tenders recalled due to possible presence of plastic

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Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand Food Safety is supporting Hellers Limited in its recall of Sweet Chilli Pork Tenders due to the possible presence of foreign matter.  “The concern with these pork tenders, available from supermarkets nationwide, is that they could contain pieces of hard black plastic,” says New Zealand Food Safety’s…

Terms of reference for the 2026–27 review of the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act 2001

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Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say A review of the competition provisions that regulate Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited (Fonterra) under the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act 2001 (DIRA) was announced by the Minister of Agriculture in May 2026. The review is to determine whether the competition provisions that regulate Fonterra should be retained, repealed,…

Applications for 2 mātaitai reserves at Banks Peninsula, Canterbury

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Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Your views sought Wairewa Rūnanga (Kāti Irakehu and Kāti Makō) has applied for 2 mātaitai reserves at Banks Peninsula, Canterbury.  Wairewa Rūnanga and Fisheries New Zealand will hold 2 local community meetings to discuss the applications. We opened this consultation on 21 May and will accept submissions until 5pm…

CGTN: China and Serbia Call for Strengthened Artistic Exchanges and Deeper Friendship

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Source: Media Outreach Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Tamara Vucic, wife of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, visited Beijing Dance Academy on Monday. In the dance studios, they observed with keen interest the teaching of Chinese dance, ballet and other dances. They then watched the students’ performances and had cordial exchanges with … Read more

Statistical area 2 and 3 population projections: 2023(base)–2053 – fourth instalment – Stats NZ information release

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Source: Statistics New Zealand Statistical area 2 and 3 population projections: 2023(base)–2053 – fourth instalment – information release 27 May 2026 Statistical area 2 (SA2) and statistical area 3 (SA3) population projections released in Aotearoa Data Explorer (ADE) provide an indication of future changes in the size and age-sex structure of the population usually living in … Read more

Immuno Cure Deploys Scientist Team to Manage Research Facility for Therapeutic DNA Vaccine for HIV at Center of International Innovation for Technology and Science

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2026 – Immuno Cure Group (“Immuno Cure“), headquartered at Hong Kong Science Park, is pleased to announce the inauguration of the research facility for its HIV therapeutic DNA vaccine (“ICVAX®“) at the Center of International Innovation for Technology and Science (“CIITS”) located … Read more

Thailand Positions SITE 2026 as a Regional Platform Where Innovation Meets Investment

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Source: Media Outreach Under the theme “Global Innovation Impact: The Year of Investment,” NIA is bringing together startups, investors, corporates, and global partners to turn innovation into real business opportunity and measurable impact. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2026 – The National Innovation Agency (Public Organization), or NIA, under the Ministry … Read more

Kweichow Zhenjiu Shocases a Formidable Presence at 2026 Vinexpo Asia in Hong Kong

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Source: Media Outreach The First Hong Kong-Listed Baijiu Company Interprets Eastern Distilling Philosophy through a Contemporary Lens HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2026 – ZJLD Group Inc. (“ZJLD” or the “Company”, together with the Company’s subsidiaries, collectively the “Group”) (SEHK stock code: 06979. HK), a leading pioneer in China’s baijiu … Read more

The Naka Island, Phuket Unveils a Renewed Luxury Escape with Enhanced Private Pool Villas, Dining, Wellness, and MICHELIN One Key Recognition

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Source: Media Outreach Five-star resort and MICHELIN One Key destination emerges from a series of enhancements, featuring a stunning seafront pool, private pools in every villa, reimagined restaurants and bars, an expanded spa, and more — inviting guests to immerse in luxury, serenity, and a renewed island experience. PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – … Read more

Bill passed to pave way for MCERT

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government has passed legislation enabling the creation of the new Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT), marking a major milestone in its programme of reform across housing, infrastructure, transport, urban development and the environment. The Environment (Disestablishment of the Ministry for the Environment) Amendment Bill clears the way…

Economy – OCR on hold, ceasefire adds a new element – Cotality

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Source: Commentary by Cotality’s Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson There was no surprise that the Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee left the official cash rate (OCR) unchanged at 2.25% today. But the associated commentary and forecasts – as well as the newly-approved voting records – made for fascinating reading and a July OCR increase may … Read more

Manufacturing excellence celebrated at annual awards

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Source: New Zealand Government The people and businesses driving innovation, growth and resilience across New Zealand’s manufacturing sector have been recognised at the second annual Minister for Manufacturing Awards.  “This year’s finalists have set the bar for excellence in modern New Zealand manufacturing,” says Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing Cameron Brewer.  “Innovation and strong…

Global shift on pay transparency raises questions over Hong Kong’s hiring practices

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2026 – As the European Union prepares to transpose the EU Pay Transparency Directive into law by June 2026, employers will soon be required not only to disclose pay scales but to provide unprecedented clarity on how pay decisions are made. This … Read more

“End of an era” as Government law change disestablishes Ministry for the Environment

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Source: Green Party The Green Party is condemning the Government’s disestablishment of the Ministry for the Environment, following the law change required to scrap the Ministry passing through Parliament on Wednesday. “This Government is cementing their place as the most anti-environment Government in New Zealand’s history. This is a shameful end of an era,” said…

Uncover the Wonders of Patong, Thailand’s Tourism Paradise, at Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort

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Source: Media Outreach With a prime seafront setting, 600 rooms & suites, enticing dining options, and fantastic facilities for all ages, just footsteps from Patong Beach and the famous nightlife of Bangla Road, this is the perfect option for couples, families and friends alike PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2026 – … Read more

Community collaboration cracks case of youths targeting vehicles

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Source: New Zealand Police Police have charged three youths following reports of suspicious activity around vehicles in Whanganui. Yesterday, Police were able to act quickly on information received to identify, locate and apprehend youths who were observed acting suspiciously near parked vehicles. Thanks to the swift actions of members of the public, who alerted Police…

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister visit to New Zealand

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Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has welcomed Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, on his first official visit to New Zealand.   Mr Herath is the first Sri Lankan Foreign Minister to visit New Zealand since 2014. His visit comes exactly one year after Minister Peters’ visit to Colombo.  “New Zealand has a warm and rapidly growing relationship with Sri…

Update 2: further arrests following dating app assaults

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Acting Inspector Mel Robertson, Southland Area Prevention Manager: Police can confirm that two further arrests have been made in relation to a series of violent assaults that occurred over a weekend earlier this month. A 15-year-old male has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm,…

Defence Minister to visit Singapore for global security conference

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Source: New Zealand Government Defence Minister Chris Penk will travel to Singapore this week to attend the Shangri-La Dialogue, an international security conference focused on issues confronting the Indo-Pacific region.  “In an increasingly volatile world, there is no better way to share perspectives, find common ground, and solve pressing regional security challenges than through robust,…

Name release: Dunedin homicide

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who was found deceased at a Sommerville Street, Andersons Bay, property on Friday 22 May. He was Douglas Alexander Senior, 58, from Andersons Bay. Police extend our deepest condolences to Douglas’s family and friends during this difficult time. The 37-year-old man charged…

Auckland Mayor and core leadership protect Auckland’s financial stability

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Source: Auckland Council This year’s Annual Plan 2026/2027 has been agreed at the Budget & Performance Committee meeting today at Auckland Town Hall and has been formally approved by the Governing Body. The financial settings agreed ensure that the target of returning to average residential rates increases of no more than 3.5 per cent per…

Auckland Council announces new Transport and Infrastructure Director

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Source: Auckland Council Highly experienced transport and infrastructure expert Steve Mutton has been appointed as Auckland Council’s new Transport and Infrastructure Director.  Auckland Council Chief Executive Phil Wilson today announced the appointment of the newest member of the council’s executive leadership team and leader of the newly created directorate that will deliver Auckland Council’s transport…

Name release: Fatal crash, Tekapo

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who sadly died following a crash on Tekapo-Twizel Road, Tekapo, on Sunday 24 May. He was Jeffrey Alan Ross, 74, a retired pharmacist from Christchurch. Police extend our deepest condolences to Jeffrey’s family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the…