NZ-AU: Toro Corp. Announces Full Repayment of the Senior Term Loan Granted to Castor Maritime Inc.

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) LIMASSOL, Cyprus, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Toro Corp. (NASDAQ: TORO) (“Toro”, or the “Company”), an international energy transportation services company, announces that on May 5, 2025, the senior term loan facility granted to Castor Maritime Inc. in December 2024 was fully repaid. About Toro Corp. Toro Corp. is an international … Read more

NZ-AU: Fair Solar Expands Commercial Solar Solutions Across Australia

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Photo Courtesy of: Fair Solar BRISBANE, Australia, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fair Solar, one of Australia’s fastest-growing solar installers, continues to expand its commercial solar portfolio, helping businesses reduce energy costs and transition to renewable energy. The company has successfully completed multiple large-scale commercial installations across Queensland, Victoria, New South … Read more

CGTN: Peng Liyuan and Brazil’s first lady visit NCPA in Beijing, vow to deepen cultural exchange

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing on Tuesday welcomed Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Rosangela Lula da Silva, wife of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, as CGTN reported. Rosangela is accompanying … Read more

Cyberport Hosts “AI x Cybersecurity Forum”

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – Co-organised by Cyberport and the Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professionals Association, the “AI x Cybersecurity Forum” took place today at Cyberport. Under the theme “Navigate the Future of AI-Powered Cybersecurity,” the forum brought together over 400 government representatives, cybersecurity experts, leaders … Read more

Intermittent Hypoxia-Hyperoxia Therapy (IHHT) Launched: Breakthrough Breathing Therapy for Heart, Brain, and Healthy Aging

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – Ai Mediq SA today officially launched Intermittent Hypoxia-Hyperoxia Therapy (IHHT), a science-backed, non-invasive breathing therapy that strengthens the cardiovascular system at its cellular core. By training the body to adapt to fluctuating oxygen levels, IHHT enhances heart function, improves metabolic … Read more

Prof Dr Klemens Joos back as CEO of the EUTOP Group

Source: Media Outreach BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – Newsaktuell – 14 May 2025 – Prof Dr Klemens Joos (56) has been back at the helm of the EUTOP Group as CEO since 13 May 2025. The background to this is an ambitious growth strategy up to 2035 for the EUTOP Group, which he founded in 1990 while … Read more

The Chinese and French children’s choirs have another musical rendezvous in Paris

Source: Media Outreach WUZHISHAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – May is a great season to experience the French romance. Nearly 20 members of the Wuzhishan Li & Miao Children’s Choir once again set off in central Hainan Island, China, for a cultural exchange in France. From May 8 to 10, … Read more

Johnson Electric Hosts 2025 Humanoid Roundtable to Explore Hardware Standards in Next-Generation Humanoid Robotics

Source: Media Outreach Leaders from seven humanoid manufacturers convene with hardware experts to discuss the future of humanoid hardware standardization VANDALIA, OHIO – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – Johnson Electric, a global leader in motion systems, hosted the inaugural 2025 Humanoid Roundtable on April 29 in Boston, MA, USA. The event brought … Read more

Bora Pharmaceuticals Exits Integration Phase with Sequentially-Improved Gross and Operating Margins

Source: Media Outreach Positioned to Unlock M&A Value through U.S. Manufacturing Amidst Geopolitical Complexities and Specialty Portfolio HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – Bora Pharmaceuticals (TWSE: 6472) today announced its financial results and operational highlights for first quarter of 2025. Quarterly Business and Financial Highlights Fueled by expanded capacity … Read more

Trade Minister to meet US Trade Representative at APEC in Korea

Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay travels to Korea today for the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Trade Ministers meeting where he will meet with APEC and CPTPP trading partners including a first in person meeting with United Stated Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. “These meetings are an opportunity … Read more

Alternative Budget – Green’s Budget Gets Thumbs Up from Tax Reform Group

Source: Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign The Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign welcomes the Green Party’s alternative budget released today, for recognising the need to grow revenue and ensuring that those who can afford it get to contribute more. “The Green Budget recognises that we face enormous challenges as a country … Read more

Economy – Examining Māori Access to Capital – Market Failures – Reserve Bank

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua 14 May 2025 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has published a Bulletin article which discusses the barriers Māori face in accessing capital that may be associated with market failures or imperfections. The Bulletin highlights barriers specific to Māori, including legislative … Read more

Banking Sector – The Co-operative Bank outranks the big 5 for customer satisfaction again

Source: The Co-operative Bank The Co-operative Bank says it is delighted to win the Consumer People’s Choice Award for banking. The Co-operative Bank has taken out the top spot in Consumer’s 2025 banking satisfaction survey, earning a score of 77% of customers who are very satisfied, which is 20% higher than New Zealand’s biggest bank and … Read more

New public research organisation boards dominated by men – PSA

Source: PSA In a week when the government has been under fire for its rollback of pay equity, the announcement today of two of the three new Public Research Organisations (PRO) Boards has raised concerns for their lack of diversity. A PSA assessment of the announcement by the Minister for Science, Innovation and Technology, Hon Dr … Read more

Hang Lung’s NET•WORK Captures New Office Demand Wave: Landlord-Managed Space Hits 70% Occupancy

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK Stock Code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) is pleased to announce the launch of NET•WORK, a premier coworking space in the heart of Central, Hong Kong. As Hong Kong continues to strengthen its status … Read more

Championing European Culinary Heritage in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – ​European culinary delicacies shine this May, as the “Enjoy the Authentic Joy from Europe” campaign celebrates four premium delicatessen meats with an exclusive press luncheon and a promotion at select city’super stores. This exciting campaign, co-financed by the European Union … Read more

Equal Pay Amendment Act

Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment MBIE (2) The Government is committed to maintaining a process to raise and resolve pay equity claims and these changes will ensure the process is workable and sustainable. The changes to the Equal Pay Act through the Equal Pay Amendment Act include a better process to raise and … Read more

Update: Nayland Road re-opens

Source: New Zealand Police Nayland Road has reopened following an earlier incident. Cordons and lockdowns at nearby schools were lifted at around 3:20pm. There is not believed to be any threat to the public following this incident. A person has been spoken to, and no further Police action is required. ENDS Issued by Police Media … Read more

Auckland Council announces first stage of CCO Reform

Source: Secondary teachers question rationale for changes to relationship education guidelines Auckland Council’s Chief Executive, Phil Wilson, has confirmed the final decisions of the Council-Controlled Organisation (CCO) Reform consultation with staff across the Auckland Council Group, aimed at achieving greater strategic alignment, accountability and better outcomes for Auckland. Following the Governing Body’s request for CCO … Read more

Guardians of the Gulf: meet the summer biosecurity champions

Source: Secondary teachers question rationale for changes to relationship education guidelines Over the sun-soaked days of summer, a dedicated crew in bright blue shirts was hard at work at marinas, boat ramps, and community events across Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland. These were the biosecurity champions – nineteen passionate people on a mission to protect the … Read more

Names announced for new science organisations

Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment MBIE (2) These new organisations, formed by merging and refocusing New Zealand’s 7 existing Crown Research Institutes, will concentrate on key areas of national importance to deliver a science system that is more connected, more commercially focused, and better aligned with the needs of New Zealand.   The … Read more

FGA Trust Appointed as ABC Bank’s Eligible Introducer to Pioneer AI-Driven Wealth Corridor Between Asia and Africa

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2025 – FGA Trust, a Hong Kong-based innovative licensed digital trust platform provides comprehensive fiduciary solutions, has been officially appointed as the Eligible Introducer of ABC Bank, an leading Mauritius financial institution with over a decade of regional expertise, marking a strategic … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Wednesday, 14 May 2025 – Volume 784 – 001471

Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities ORAL QUESTIONS QUESTIONS TO MINISTERS Question No. 1—Finance 1. DANA KIRKPATRICK (National—East Coast) to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has she seen on the Government’s fiscal position? Hon NICOLA WILLIS (Minister of Finance): There’s been some recent ill-informed commentary suggesting New Zealand’s fiscal … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Karakia/Prayers – 001470

Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities WEDNESDAY, 14 MAY 2025 The Speaker took the Chair at 2 p.m. KARAKIA/PRAYERS GREG O‘CONNOR (Assistant Speaker): Almighty God, we give thanks for the blessings which have been bestowed on us. Laying aside all personal interests, we acknowledge the King and pray for guidance in … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Obituaries – 001469

Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities OBITUARIES Peter Malcolm Hilt SPEAKER: Members, I regret to inform the House of the death on 19 April 2025 of Peter Malcolm Hilt, who represented the electorate of Glenfield from 1990 to 1996. He chaired the Government Administration Committee, was a member of the Justice … Read more

Greens want to fund their socialist wishlist by letting criminals walk free

Source: ACT Justice spokesman Todd Stephenson is disappointed, but not surprised, at the Green Party’s plan to release criminals in order to partially fund their latest socialist manifesto. “Buried in their proposed budget is a $770 million ‘saving’ from ‘averting increase in prisoner numbers’ – with no further explanation. “That’s just doublespeak for opening the prison … Read more

Fiscal fantasyland: Greens’ budget shows why we need financial literacy in schools

Source: “The Greens’ proposal to blow out the national debt to 54 percent of GDP shows why we need financial literacy in schools,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “Anyone with a mortgage understands that when you’re deep in debt, you end up spending so much on the interest that you can’t cover the essentials. We’re … Read more