Develops Far-Infrared patches supporting natural and non-invasive wellness.
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – KPLASS, a manufacturer and brand of Far Infrared Technology patches, has received several awards at the Osaka World Expo 2025 namely the “Special Honour Product”, “Innovative Product Award”, “Distinguished Manufacturer Award” and “Outstanding Contribution Award”. Its Far Infrared Cough Relief Patch is available to consumers across Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, and other markets. This recognition marks a notable milestone as KPLASS continues to expand in the region.
The KPLASS Far Infrared Cough Relief Patch uses Far Infrared Technology combined with targeted acupoint stimulation. Unlike conventional heat pads that provide surface warmth, Far Infrared rays penetrate deeper layers of the skin and help in blood circulation and other bodily functions. When applied to acupoints such as TianTu and DanZhong, the patch is activated to emit gentle heat through the acupoints that could improve blood flow, reduce inflammation and provide relief from cough symptoms through a non-invasive method.
“This recognition at the Osaka World Expo highlights our ongoing efforts in health and wellness innovation. By combining Far Infrared Technology with acupoint therapy, we aim to offer patches that are safe and effective for a wide range of users. We continue to focus on broadening access across Asia Pacific.” said Michael Hu, Founder and CEO of KPLASS Singapore.
The KPLASS range includes the Far Infrared Adult Cough Relief Patch, as well as a Far Infrared Child Cough Relief Patch intended for children aged 3 months to 6 years. Additional products in the range target pain relief, joint pain relief, and menstrual relief. These patches are designed to complement the body’s natural processes and provide non-invasive support.
KPLASS’s regional presence is growing in response to increased consumer interest in natural and technology-assisted health products, particularly in Malaysia. Plans are currently underway to introduce the Child Cough Relief Patch to the Malaysian market, complementing the existing adult range already available nationwide. In Singapore, KPLASS was named “Best Selling Cough Patch” by Watsons in 2022, 2024, and 2025, while the Child Cough Relief Patch continues to gain traction.
KPLASS relief patches are available in Malaysia at Watsons, Guardian, Alpro, AA Pharmacy, Multicare, Healthlane, Pillbox stores and other pharmacies nationwide. For more information, please visit www.kplass.sg, or follow KPLASS on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates.
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – At a time when governments, development agencies, and NGOs strive to address complex social challenges, the necessity to demonstrate real, sustainable results has never been greater. To remain effective, philanthropy must move with purpose, not only to fund initiatives but also to embrace measurement and evidence as a compass for decision-making and meaningful social change. To help the philanthropic sector do good, better, Tanoto Foundation launched The Evidence Behind Better Philanthropy report at the AVPN Global Conference in Hong Kong.
The study, developed in partnership with the Centre for Evidence and Implementation (CEI), provides a first-of-its-kind comparative analysis of how leading global foundations practice monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), a much-discussed but often elusive cornerstone of effective philanthropy. By combining in-depth interviews with foundation leaders and an extensive review of global practice, the report offers timely insights from some of the world’s most influential funders on how evidence is shaping strategy, guiding adaptation, and enabling more collaborative approaches to impact across diverse and complex contexts.
Benny Lee, CEO of Tanoto Foundation, said:“For philanthropy to do good, it must also do better, because today’s challenges are more complex and interconnected. At Tanoto Foundation, we see evidence not just as a tool for accountability, but as a compass for strategy. By embedding monitoring, evaluation, and learning at the heart of decision-making, we can steward resources more effectively and contribute to meaningful, lasting social change.”
The report identifies 10 key findings, clustered into three broad themes for the philanthropic sector:
1. Strategy and Decision-Making: Embedding evidence into strategy through integrated “SMEL” (Strategy, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning) ensures programmes are responsive and adaptive, reducing wasted resources and increasing policy effectiveness.
2. Culture and Capacity: A learning culture, backed by senior leadership and grantee capacity-building, enables funders and implementers to course-correct in real time – critical for large-scale reforms and systems change.
3. Tools and Ecosystem for Impact: Flexible evaluation methods, a focus on contribution over attribution, and strategic communication help funders, governments, and NGOs align their efforts and scale what works.
Murni Leo, Global Head of Measurement, Learning and Evaluation at Tanoto Foundation, added:“This study reflects our belief that learning should not stop at compliance, but drive continuous improvement. At Tanoto Foundation, we have embedded MEL into how we design programmes, test assumptions, and adapt in real time. By sharing global practices openly, we hope to encourage a culture of collaboration where funders and partners alike can strengthen their use of evidence. When the sea rises, all boats rise—and MEL is one way to lift the sector together.”
The report aims to support decision-makers across sectors to design more effective interventions, strengthen accountability, and collaborate for systemic change.
The full report is now available and can be downloaded via the Tanoto Foundation website.
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Develops Far-Infrared patches supporting natural and non-invasive wellness.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – KPLASS, a manufacturer and brand of Far Infrared Technology patches, has received has received several awards at the Osaka World Expo 2025 namely the “Special Honour Product”, “Innovative Product Award”, “Distinguished Manufacturer Award” and “Outstanding Contribution Award”. Its Far Infrared Cough Relief Patch is available to consumers across Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, and other markets. This recognition marks a notable milestone as KPLASS continues to expand in the region.
KPLASS Recognised at Osaka World Expo 2025 for Breakthrough Far-Infrared Cough Relief Patch
The KPLASS Far Infrared Cough Relief Patch uses Far Infrared Technology combined with targeted acupoint stimulation. Unlike conventional heat pads that provide surface warmth, Far Infrared rays penetrate deeper layers of the skin and help in blood circulation and other bodily functions. When applied to acupoints such as TianTu and DanZhong, the patch is activated to emit gentle heat through the acupoints that could improve blood flow, reduce inflammation and provide relief from cough symptoms through a non-invasive method.
“This recognition at the Osaka World Expo highlights our ongoing efforts in health and wellness innovation. By combining Far Infrared Technology with acupoint therapy, we aim to offer patches that are safe and effective for a wide range of users. We continue to focus on broadening access across Asia Pacific.” said Michael Hu, Founder and CEO of KPLASS Singapore.
The KPLASS range includes the Far Infrared Adult Cough Relief Patch as well as the Far Infrared Child Cough Relief Patch, designed for children aged 3 months to 6 years. Safe for both adults and young children, the patch offers a gentle yet effective alternative to traditional medication, suitable for use during the day or night. Additional products in the range target pain relief, joint pain relief, and menstrual relief, with each relief patch developed to work naturally with the body through a non-invasive approach.
KPLASS’s regional presence is growing in response to increased consumer interest in natural and technology-assisted health products. In Singapore, KPLASS was named “Best Selling Cough Patch” by Watsons in 2022, 2024, and 2025, with the Child Cough Relief Patch gaining steady traction among parents seeking safe, drug-free options for their families.
KPLASS relief patches are available at leading pharmacy chain like Guardian, Watsons and Unity and also online via Shopee and Lazada in Singapore. For more information, please visit www.kplass.sg, or follow KPLASS on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates.
Media are advised that the cordons on Te Anga Road have been lifted this evening, following the completion of a scene examination.
The area Police have been working in is on private property and the landowner has indicated people entering the area would be trespassing. Media are asked to stay away from the area.
With regard to media contacting the families of the officers involved in the critical incident, the Phillips family, and the mother of the children, all have requested privacy from media at this time. We ask media to please respect their wishes.
East Island 24-Hour Animal Hospital spans 11,000 sq ft across two floors, offering Fear Free® design, advanced medicine, and affordable premium care with extended consultation hours.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – Creature Comforts Veterinary Group, with over 23 years of history in Hong Kong, proudly introduces the East Island 24-Hour Animal Hospital in Shau Kei Wan. Spanning 11,000 square feet across two floors, it is Hong Kong Island’s first veterinary hospital purpose-built around Fear Free® principles.
East Island 24 Hours Animal Hospital
The facility offers a calming environment with dog-and-cat separation, soundproof feline wards, Rainbow Rooms for sensitive moments, and family lounges. Families can also access extended consultations until midnight, with seamless 24/7 emergency support.
Behind the design lies advanced medical capability: real-time ICU monitoring, a dedicated blood bank with guaranteed delivery, laser therapy, a three-times larger isolation ward and expanded diagnostics (ultrasound, echocardiography, endoscopy). A CT scanner and a mobility-friendly animal lift will be added later this year.
“High-quality veterinary medicine should not be limited to a select few. Premium care doesn’t need to come with premium pricing,” said Dr David, Medical Director.
“When animals are calm, they recover better. And when owners feel safe, they can focus on supporting their pets rather than panicking,” added Dr Kaylen, Vet Manager.
The hospital is also actively developing charity give-back projects, such as Adoption Day events with Paws United Charity, to support the community and promote pet adoption.
For Creature Comforts, which began in 2002 as Hong Kong’s first house-call vet service, expanded with the Veterinary TKO Center in 2021, and now cares for more than 40,000 pets across the city, the new hospital is both a milestone and a promise: Fear Free®, advanced, and accessible care for every family.
Media enquiries & access: Exclusive hospital tour and photo/video opportunities are available upon request.
Please attribute to Inspector Stefan Sagar, Relieving Waitematā District Commander:
Police can advise that organisers of protest activity taking place in Auckland tomorrow have shifted locations due to unsafe weather conditions.
Protest activity will now take place in central Auckland, between Aotea Square and Victoria Park.
A Police operation will still be carried out tomorrow to monitor this activity.
Police have been in ongoing discussion with organisers for some weeks now around their intentions to march across the Harbour Bridge.
While Police recognise the right to protest, our planning alongside partner agencies has focused on safety first and foremost.
Weather forecasts indicate high winds were expected tomorrow, which created unsafe conditions.
Our position was that this protest activity should not take place given the risks posed to anyone who was to participate.
This advice was given to organisers this afternoon. Organisers have informed Police that they have heeded this advice and moved to another location, and we acknowledge them for reaching this decision.
Police advise that there will be disruption in parts of Auckland CBD and Victoria Park tomorrow, and for motorists to avoid this area if possible.
Traffic management will no longer need to be put in place on the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
Previously advised disruptions on the motorway network are no longer expected outside usual congestion on the network.
Please attribute to Senior Sergeant John Stapleford, Rotorua Road Policing Coordinator:
Rotorua Police have made a further arrest in the operation to target illegal motorcycle anti-social road users.
A 21-year-old was charged with reckless driving and will appear in the Rotorua District Court on Thursday 18 September. They were seen allegedly riding dangerously through Rotorua suburbs, cutting through traffic, pulling wheel stands and not wearing a protective helmet.
This is the latest development in Rotorua Police’s ongoing operation targeting illegal trail and dirt bike offenders that make our roads unsafe.
Two arrests have been made and seven bikes have been seized in the last month, thanks to support from the community.
We continue to urge our community to come forward with information around where bikes are coming and going from, and if known, the offenders. Information like this helps us to hold riders accountable, and possibly seize bikes for the safety of everyone on the roads or out and about.
If you witness any anti-social road user behaviour, we urge you to report it immediately by calling 111 or make a report via 105 if it is after the fact.
A commercial fisher who trawled in a marine reserve has been fined $15,000.
Kelly Gavin Scoles (37) appeared for sentence through audio visual link at Kaikohe District Court today on one charge under the Marine Reserves Act and one under the Fisheries Act, following a successful prosecution by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI).
In May last year, Mr Scoles, who was master of the fishing vesselWinbill,deployed a bottom trawl net about 1.6 km outside the Kahurangi Marine Reserve, off the northwest coast of the South Island. He then towed the trawl through the entire length of the 16km reserve.
“We use GPS to monitor all commercial fishers in near real time to ensure they are fishing where they are legally able to. Our expectation is that commercial fishers know where they’re fishing and what areas are closed to fishing, such as marine reserves,” says Fisheries New Zealand regional manager fisheries compliance, Phil Tasker.
Mr Scoles landed about 700kg of finfish, including gurnard, snapper, rig, john dory and various other species. The total commercial value was $1502, and Mr Scoles was also ordered to pay that amount for damage to the marine reserve.
In addition to fishing in a marine reserve, Mr Scoles also failed to submit 27 out of 47 catch reports on time between March and May 2024.
“Commercial fishers must ensure their catch and landing reports are on time and accurate. It is an essential requirement of the Quota Management System and to keeping our shared fisheries sustainable into the future,” says Phil Tasker.
Fisheries New Zealand encourages people to report suspected illegal activity to the ministry’s 0800 4 POACHER number (0800 476 224).
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – Zentrogene Laboratory, an international genetic testing institution based in Hong Kong (under Sanai Health Industry Group 01889.HK), announced the launch of its ‘Y Precision’ testing technology based on Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS). This locally developed innovation in Hong Kong addresses longstanding industry challenges in gender determination for twin pregnancies. It overcomes the limitations of traditional qPCR platforms, achieving the first-ever precise identification of male-female twins while significantly enhancing the accuracy of fetal cell-free DNA (cfDNA) analysis.
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Traditional methods could only qualitatively detect the presence of the Y chromosome, failing to distinguish between male-male twins and male-female twins. They also lacked the capability to identify residual male cfDNA after fetal reduction procedures. Zentrogene’s NGS-based technology achieves three breakthroughs:
Fetal Signal Assessment: Utilizes whole-genome SNP scanning to confirm fetal signal presence, precisely quantify fetal fraction, and determine the number of fetal signals.
Contamination Identification: Differentiates between false signals (e.g., contamination-derived Y chromosome fragments) and true fetal signals.
Twin Pregnancy Precision Analysis: Independently analyzes X and Y chromosome fragments to accurately distinguish male-female twins from male-male twins.
As a pioneer in Hong Kong’s genetic testing field, Zentrogene has established a global technology matrix covering pre-pregnancy, prenatal, and oncology applications through its integrated Sanger sequencing and NGS platforms. This NGS breakthrough underscores its ‘Technology-Driven Globalization’ strategy, leveraging Hong Kong’s expertise to deliver precision medical solutions worldwide. Zentrogene continues to advance genetic technology, safeguarding every family’s hopes with scientific rigor.
For details, visit: https://www.zentrogene.com/ https://www.zentrogene.com.hk/
Official Cooperation Contacts: Telephone: +86 18051865085 (WeChat same number) Telegram: +855 99990026 Facebook: Zentrogene
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – The 2nd GTI Forum on Digital Intelligence was held in Hong Kong under the theme “Openness, Sharing, Cooperation: Advancing Al Development”. The event brought together Li Zhen, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council (SASAC); Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government; Zhao Houlin, Former Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and Honorary Chairman of the GTI Advisory Committee; Gim Huay Neo, Managing Director and Chair of Greater China at the World Economic Forum; Gao Tongqing, Chairman of GTI; Li Huidi, Vice President of China Mobile; Mark Nitzberg, Executive Director Center for Human-Compatible AI at UC Berkeley AI Research Lab; and Yannis Ioannidis, President of Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). The forum also welcomed representatives from ITU, GSMA, and other international organizations, scholars from leading universities and research institutions worldwide, as well as executives from more than 100 enterprises.
2nd GTI Forum on Digital Intelligence Convenes in Hong Kong Forging Global Consensus to Advance Inclusive AI Development
In his address, Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, highlighted Hong Kong’s full commitment to advancing technological innovation, actively integrating into the national development agenda, and establishing itself as an international innovation hub through policy support, infrastructure development, and international collaboration. He underscored AI as a vital engine for high-quality economic development, expressing Hong Kong’s commitment to joining hands with global partners to drive inclusive AI development. He highlighted Hong Kong’s ambition to serve as a frontier for AI research, technology transfer, and talent, contributing to both China’s AI strategy and global AI progress.
GTI Chairman Gao Tongqing stressed that GTI is deepening global cooperation, uniting consensus, and advancing the vision of “network-intelligence integration for inclusive AI.” GTI has launched the “5G-A×AI Integration Development Project” to identify landmark AI applications and innovations. To contribute to global development, the Mobile Intelligence Integration Index (MI³) has been introduced as a benchmark for advancing network-intelligence convergence. The index is designed to help stakeholders adapt to local conditions, leverage complementary strengths, and implement targeted measures to bridge the digital-intelligence divide. Gao further observed that over the past year, AI development has demonstrated three defining trends: the generalization of models, the customization of applications, and the embodiment of intelligence. Looking ahead, he put forward three proposals on behalf of GTI:
1. Jointly drive technological innovation to solidify intelligent foundations. Bring together global industry, academia, research, and application stakeholders; leverage the complementary strengths of East and West; and use GTI’s platform to address shared challenges. 2. Share open scenarios to empower diverse industries.Build and operate 5G-A×AI/6G open laboratories, actively open high-value industry scenarios, and co-develop replicable AI benchmark projects.
3. Establish dialogue platforms to advance AI for good.Foster constructive dialogue, leverage outcomes such as the MI3 Index, and explore common ground on AI standards, safety, and governance to promote human well-being.
Li Huidi, Executive Vice President of China Mobile, remarked that as a founding member of GTI, China Mobile has consistently upheld the principles of “openness, sharing, cooperation, and mutual benefit,” contributing to the prosperity of the global ICT industry. In recent years, China Mobile has positioned itself as a provider, integrator, and a facilitator in the field of AI. Through its AI action plan, China Mobile is driving faster innovation, and wider application of digital technologies, contributing its strength to sustainable high quality economic and social development. He outlined China Mobile’s strategy of advancing “AI for Life”, “AI for Production” and “AI for Governance”. To shape the AI+ era, Li proposed three initiatives to ensure AI is safe, fair, and beneficial:
1. Build world-class hubs for AI innovation. This calls for deeper partnerships among research institutes and industry, and stronger research into AI fundamentals, including mathematics, autonomous collaboration, and intelligent decision-making. At the same time, frontier fields such as spatial intelligence, embodied AI, and world models should be actively explored, while 6G–AI integration is advanced. The objective is to establish an original technology system capable of supporting AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) and ASI (Artificial Super Intelligence) in the future.
2. Accelerate AI adoption in real-world scenarios. This requires progress at every stage, from idea generation and design, to resource sharing and pilot demonstrations. With foresight and innovative practice, faster adoption of AI can be achieved in areas such as smart energy, intelligent construction, digital finance, and smart cities.
3. Harness AI for a better world. Guided by a human-centered approach, diversity of languages, cultures, and regions should be respected at every stage, from data collection and algorithm design to product application, ensuring that AI contributes to social equity and human well-being.
At the forum, China Mobile, together with GTI and the Zhongguancun Institute of Ubiquitous-X Innovation and Application, unveiled the “AI-Native 6G Open Testbed Hong Kong Node” and the achievements of Beijing-Hong Kong 6G interconnection trials. The Hong Kong and Beijing nodes will jointly serve as an international open 6G cooperation platform under GTI, supported by over 20 institutions including the University of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and the University of Malaya. The Hong Kong node will help establish the city as a demonstration base for 6G innovation and industrialization, while facilitating broader international collaboration and knowledge exchange.
China Mobile and GTI also joined hands with more than 20 central enterprises, leading ICT companies, and renowned scholars from the US, Europe, and Asia to launch the “Global “AI+” Industry-Academia-Research Ecosystem Cooperation Initiative”. The initiative calls for:
1. Joint Technology Innovation. Focusing on cutting-edge AI technologies, network and AI integration, etc. industry–academia–research collaborative innovation will be advanced to accelerate the continuous progress of “AI+” technology.
2. Use Case Creation and Validation. Replicable and scalable industry application templates will be developed to strengthen “AI+” technology integration and scenario deployment capabilities.
3. Achievement Sharing. The “GTI 5G-A×AI 100 Commercial Campaign” will be launched to boost cross-regional sharing of products and solutions, ensuring that the benefits of “AI+” development are broadly accessible.
4. Ecosystem Co-building. With the support of international platforms such as GTI, global innovation networks will be expanded and regular exchanges and cooperation fostered, building an open “AI+” ecosystem founded on fairness, mutual trust, and win–win collaboration.
Mark Nitzberg, Executive Director Center for Human-Compatible AI at UC Berkeley AI Research Lab, Yannis Ioannidis, President of ACM and other global experts shared insights on AI development trends and cutting-edge technologies.
Additional keynote speakers and panelists included Zhao Houlin, Gim Huay Neo, Alexander Ntoko, Chief of Operation and Planning Department of TSB at ITU; Laurent Audoly, Professor at Northeastern University; Etienne Chaponniere, Vice President of Qualcomm; and Feng Junlan, Chief Scientist of China Mobile. Executives and experts from China Southern Power Grid, China State Construction, AMD, Intel, Siemens, Nokia, the University of Malaya, and Deloitte. They engaged in discussions on AI’s global role, innovation progress, and solutions, aiming to advance AI from theory to practice.
The forum also featured three sub-forums—”Intelligent Construction,” “Smart Energy,” and “Convergence of Networks and Al.” More than 20 distinguished academicians and industry leaders from construction, energy, telecommunications, and AI shared insights into AI applications across diverse sectors, driving the deep integration of “AI+” with economic and social development and empowering industries worldwide.
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