HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Citi joined forces with Mastercard to host Mastercard AI Digital Safari in New York this month, expanding the bank’s commitment to developing future leaders. Designed for the next generation of the bank’s high-net-worth wealth clients, the inaugural program brought together select participants for an immersive experience at the forefront of digital innovation. The collaboration built on the success of Citi’s Young Successor Program held in Singapore, which has engaged more than 500 individuals from 14 markets, helping them develop leadership capabilities, broadening their perspectives…
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Introducing Hong Kong’s First Total-Body PET/CT System to Strengthen “Dual-Tracer” in Nuclear Medicine and Advance Innovation in Cancer TheranosticsHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – HKSH Medical Group (HKSH) has long been committed to advancing precision medicine. In the field of cancer diagnosis, HKSH actively introduces innovative technologies and promotes clinical research to support the most accurate clinical diagnosis and treatment planning, where nuclear medicine is an indispensable medical specialty in modern cancer diagnosis and treatment. To further expand its technological capabilities, HKSH Cancer Centre has introduced Hong Kong’s first long axial total-body PET/CT system,…
MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ: MLCO) announces that Morpheus at City of Dreams has been awarded Three MICHELIN Keys in the MICHELIN Guide’s 2026 global hotel selection, becoming the first hotel in Macau to receive the distinction. Morpheus was promoted from Two Keys, which it held in the 2025 selection. Three MICHELIN Keys, described by the Guide as “an extraordinary stay”, is the highest level of recognition in the MICHELIN Key system. The 2026 selection comprises 2,832 hotels worldwide, of which 155 hold Three Keys. Morpheus is one of…
Stars from Korea, Japan and Hong Kong Perform at the Moon-Met Indigenous Voices Concert, Opening a Season of Sustainable TourismHUALIEN, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – Hualien, a destination on Taiwan’s east coast known internationally for its mountain and ocean scenery, will host its major annual music event, the 2026 Hualien Moon-Met Indigenous Voices Concert, on September 26 and 27. This year’s performers include NIEL, lead vocalist of the popular Korean boy band TEEN TOP; Aisa Senda, a Ryukyuan singer from Okinawa, Japan; Sheron Tan, an Indigenous singer from Sabah, Malaysia; and William So, Hong Kong’s…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, projects that organisations across Southeast Asia are budgeting for salary increases of 5.2% in 2027, up from 5% in 2026 according to findings from its 2026 Salary Increase and Turnover Study for Southeast Asia. Overall, Indonesia and Vietnam are expected to record the highest salary increases in the region at 5.5% and 6.7% respectively. At the industry level, projected salary increases vary across markets reflecting differing economic conditions, labour market dynamics and sector-specific demand across the region. The retail and…
ROCHESTER, MINN., US / SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – Mayo Clinic Laboratories and Pathology Asia Holdings (PAH) have announced a strategic investment and collaboration aimed at expanding access to advanced diagnostics and precision medicine across Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Mayo Clinic Laboratories and PAH are deepening a long-term relationship that brings together Mayo’s global clinical and diagnostic expertise with the regional healthcare network, capabilities and market knowledge of PAH and its genomics subsidiary, LifeStrands Genomics. William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, has been appointed Scientific Adviser to…
Asked for a personal example, four in ten PSLE English oral practice answers give none, study finds SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – PSLEPrep, a Singapore-built AI oral examiner for PSLE English oral and PSLE Chinese oral practice, has published its first Oral Practice Report. It is based on 12,459 first answers given by 1,290 children practising on the platform over three months. PSLEPrep used AI to identify whether each answer, given before any follow-up question, contained a personal example or a reason. Key findings: When a question asked for a personal example, four in ten…
A Singapore inventor’s search for a non-stick pan that didn’t rely on a chemical coating led to Vera, a line finished with an engraved pure-titanium cooking surface. It debuts through a crowdfunding campaign.SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Morph Brand, a Singapore-based cookware company, today announced the launch of Vera, a line of cookware built around an engraved pure-titanium cooking surface rather than a conventional chemical non-stick coating. The line comprises the Vera Pan, Vera Wok, and Vera Soup Pot, and is being introduced through a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter that opened on 22 September 2026…
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – The 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) will open at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur on 23 September 2026. Over four days, the event is expected to welcome 50,000 visitors from 45 countries and bring together 1,700 companies across 2,000 booths. Hosted by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), MIHAS 2026 is targeting RM5 billion in total sales value across the exhibition and business matching programme. Trade visitors and members…
ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – What happens when the world’s most iconic chocolate triangle meets one of the world’s most craved biscuits? Toblerone introduces its Diamond Truffles with rich Biscoff® spread filling and crunchy honey and almond nougat pieces inside a creamy milk chocolate diamond. Now launching across key global markets in two formats, including a 495g premium box exclusive to Costco. An Iconic Duo: Toblerone Launches Pralines with Biscoff® A New Chapter in Toblerone Innovation In 2024, Toblerone introduced its distinctive diamond-shaped truffles to the market, marking a bold step beyond the brand’s…
Asia Pacific family offices report the highest portfolio outperformance globally, with 26% achieving returns above 15% year-to-date, while 22% target annual returns exceeding 15%, nearly double the global average.The region expresses the most interest in AI for new direct investment activity. Watch Citi Wealth’s Global Family Office leadership discuss the report’s findings here. HONG KONG SAR / SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) – Citi Wealth today released its 2026 Global Family Office Report, offering an inside perspective into the thinking and behaviors of the world’s most sophisticated investors. The report was…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Hong Kong’s Chief Executive John Lee announced the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) (2026-2030) and his fifth Policy Address on September 16, rolling out measures to further sharpen Hong Kong’s edge amid global competition, consolidate development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and promote green transformation. Initiatives aim to support high-quality development of the GBA, align rules and mechanisms within the region, and promote cross-boundary collaboration. “The HKSAR Government will continue its efforts in fostering…
Inspiring Asia Launched by HKAWL in Hong Kong for the First Time to Support its Impact Link Initiative to Foster Community Empowerment, Exchange and Strategic PhilanthropyHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – The Hong Kong Academy for Wealth Legacy (HKAWL) brought the Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival to Hong Kong for the first time as Regional Lead Partner, and recognised three winning entries at the inaugural Hong Kong regional awards. The festival culminated in a Screening and Award Ceremony on 21 September 2026 at The Hong Kong Jockey Club University of Chicago Academic Complex |…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – On September 17, the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo opened in Nanning, Guangxi. Dong Junfeng, Chairman of China UnionPay and UnionPay International, attended the event and participated in the China-ASEAN Financial Cooperation and Development Forum. Centering on the development of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 and marking the fifth anniversary of the China-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, this year’s expo focused on deepening the integration of artificial intelligence and the real economy. UnionPay leverages AI technology and connectivity to enhance the effectiveness of China-ASEAN economic and trade cooperation and drive the high-quality…
An immersive journey through dreams, gratitude and love, complemented by new lifestyle experiences at Galaxy PromenadeMACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 -Founded upon its commitment to enriching Macau’s cultural landscape and curating world-class lifestyle experiences, Galaxy Macau proudly collaborates with acclaimed Chinese contemporary sculptor Gao Xiaowu to present Dream Voyage @ Galaxy Resort: Gao Xiaowu’s Art Exhibition at Galaxy Promenade, the integrated resort’s immersive luxury shopping destination. Art Exhibition at Galaxy Promenade, the integrated resort’s premier luxury shopping destination. Running from now until 17 November, the exhibition showcases six groups of Gao’s representative works across five…
New data highlights the contribution of Dusit Central Park’s rooftop park to urban cooling, air quality, biodiversity, and community well-being. The park will also mark Bangkok Climate Action Week 2026 with a special Tree Walk.BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Following its first anniversary on 3 September 2026, Suan Dusit Arun – the 11,200 sq m public rooftop park at Dusit Central Park in the heart of Bangkok – has released its first set of visitor, community, and environmental performance data. The figures demonstrate strong public demand for accessible green space in the Thai capital,…
MUNICH, GERMANY / ABU DHABI, UAE – EQS Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Circus SE (GSIN: A2YN35 / ISIN: DE000A2YN355 / XETRA: CA1) has started commercial operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the company’s first market outside Europe and the beginning of a build-out of autonomous AI robotics infrastructure for food production in the Gulf. Operations are starting at a landmark location in Abu Dhabi, with Dubai to follow. The commercial launch of the CA-1 in the region will be supported by a press and launch event on 6 October 2026 at 6 pm local time in Abu…
High- performance AI chips announced at Apsara Conference Next-generation Qwen 4 Model in training with future model’s scale to 10 trillion parameters HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Alibaba today announced comprehensive updates with a roadmap for its full-stack AI strategy to fully unleash the value of AI at scale to customers through its latest innovations. At this year’s Apsara Conference, Alibaba Cloud’s annual flagship technology conference, the technology innovator announced a series of updates featuring Qwen foundation models and multimodal models, new proprietary AI chips, a purpose-built agentic cloud, and an AI agent platform…
Customers can enjoy benefits ranging from global eSIM data to complimentary protection and cashback SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Etiqa Insurance Singapore has launched Travel Pass, a first-of-its-kind travel insurance rewards experience that allows customers to earn rewards through their Tiq Travel Insurance purchases and unlock benefits across four membership levels. This initiative introduces a new way for customers to get more value from their travel insurance beyond individual trips. After accumulating S$100 in eligible premium spend, customers are rewarded with Bronze membership and can progress to Silver, Gold and Platinum as their spending increases.…
Drivers aged 8–17 build real race experience through qualifying, attack, defense and overtakingHONG KONG / GUANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 September 2026 — For a young racing driver, there is far more to learn from a kart race than simply setting the fastest lap. Organised by China Hong Kong Motorsports Centre (CHKMC) with the support of IAME Series Asia and HKAA, the opening round of the HK Youth Karting Championship 2026 was recently completed at Guangzhou Conghua International Circuit. Over two days of practice, qualifying and competitive racing, young drivers from Hong Kong put their training into…