HONG KONG, Feb 26, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) welcomes the 2025-26 Budget announced this morning by the Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Paul Chan.The Budget introduces a series of measures centred around technological innovation to empower industrial development and facilitate the continuous growth of SMEs and start-ups. The measures also help attract diverse sources of investment and promote mega events to comprehensively engage businesses, capital and talent. They also strive to accelerate development of the new quality productive forces to drive high-quality economic growth in Hong Kong.HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam believes that the series of measures in the Budget, including the injection of funds into the Dedicated Fund on Branding, Upgrading and Domestic Sales (BUD Fund) and the SME Export Marketing Fund, offers concrete support to SMEs amid a challenging economic evnrionment. The Budget also proposes measure that help consolidate Hong Kong's advantages around its “eight centres” positioning boosting future growth and prosperity.Dr Lam added: “The Budget mentions initiatives to strengthen assistance for local SMEs to explore the mainland market and increase e-commerce sales. This year, the HKTDC will launch the ‘E-commerce Express’ in collaboration with major e-commerce platforms and industry experts. Through a series of thematic training seminars and one-on-one advisory services, this initiative aims to enhance Hong Kong businesses' understanding of mainland e-commerce and online platforms, offering comprehensive support for SMEs intending to expand into the mainland e-commerce market. The upcoming second edition of the Hong Kong Shopping Festival in August serves as the flagship event of this initiative, offering Hong Kong businesses hands-on experience using e-commerce platforms to explore the mainland market and enhance the visibility of their products and brands. The HKTDC will work closely with the Trade and Industry Department to enhance mentorship schemes, empowering Hong Kong businesses to effectively leverage mainland e-commerce and online platforms to promote their products.”The Budget also proposes various measures to promote innovation and technology development, with increasing exposure for local tech products being an important component. The HKTDC will launch a thematic pop-up display area to its Hong Kong Design Gallery, as well as at exhibition venues during major exhibitions, to showcase local high-quality and innovative technology products to local and overseas buyers and consumers.The HKTDC will closely collaborate with local education and research institutions to provide more physical product showcases and sales platforms for Hong Kong technology enterprises and start-ups. These partnerships will help Hong Kong research companies build their product brand image, while raising the visibility of Hong Kong brands among local and international buyers.In strengthening Hong Kong's role as a superconnector and super value-adder, the Budget mentions that the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, in collaboration with the Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES) and the HKTDC, will host the inaugural Hong Kong Global Financial and Industry Summit this year. By leveraging Hong Kong's financial strengths, the new Summit will further enhance international industrial cooperation to attract capital and businesses to Hong Kong. The HKTDC is also enhancing project connections and deal-making promotion at the Belt and Road Summit, focusing on green development and innovative technology, positioning Hong Kong as a commercial hub for Belt and Road.The HKTDC will continue to closely cooperate with the HKSAR Government, actively promoting Hong Kong's advantages to global markets, while attracting international financial and business leaders to explore global market opportunities through the Hong Kong platform.The HKTDC will continue to enhance Hong Kong's competitiveness and international connections. In the 2025-26 fiscal year, the HKTDC will focus on three main areas:1.Reinforcing Hong Kong’s unique position as a resilient and connected global business hub, while strengthening its integration into national development as well as its role as a superconnector and super value-adder;2.Fortifying Hong Kong’s competitiveness by embracing innovation and sustainable development to support the national new quality productive forces strategy, while seizing opportunities arising from global trends;3.Building the next generation of connected and future-ready SMEs and start-ups, while fast-tracking SMEs’ digital transformation.For more details, please refer to this press release.Media enquiriesHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Agnes Wat Tel: (852) 2584 4554 Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.orgSam Ho Tel: (852) 2584 4569 Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.orgTo view press releases in Chinese, please visit http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tcAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on @hktdc and LinkedIn Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
猶他州共和黨人採取行動改革選舉運作,從全面郵寄投票開始
(SeaPRwire) - 鹽湖城 — 猶他州的普遍郵寄投票系統,可能會成為共和黨全面改革該州選舉運作的首個犧牲品,因為立法者希望提高效率和對該系統的信任。 由共和黨控制的州眾議院週二以 57 比 15 的投票結果通過了一項法案,該法案將要求猶他州選民選擇是否通過郵件接收選票,這意味著他們將不再自動收到選票。從明年開始,想要通過郵件或投遞箱返還選票的選民,需要提供其駕照或州身份證號碼的後四位數字。 該提案將大幅改變僅有的八個州之一(也是唯一由共和黨領導的州)的投票系統,這些州允許所有選舉都通過郵寄方式進行,而無需選擇加入。 眾議院議長 Mike Schultz 說:「我們與華盛頓州、加利福尼亞州、俄勒岡州、內華達州、科羅拉多州、夏威夷州和佛蒙特州屬於同一類別。作為一個保守州,我不以成為這個名單的一員為榮。」 該法案現在將提交參議院,參議院的共和黨領導人參與了當前版本的談判。參議院議長 Stuart Adams 表示,他對結果感到滿意。 先前的一個版本要求選民親自出面並出示身份證件,才能通過郵件返還選票。參議院領導人表示,他們不支持使郵寄投票如此困難的提案。 參議員 Mike McKell 在談到眾議院通過的妥協版本時說:「我們希望投票盡可能容易,同時避免作弊,但我們也希望確保我們加強了安全性。」 自從總統 Donald Trump 錯誤地聲稱該系統存在舞弊,以解釋他在 2020 年大選中的失敗以來,共和黨人向其選民發出了關於郵寄投票的混雜信號。即使他的競選團隊和 Republican National Committee 開始鼓勵共和黨人在 2024 年的競選中通過郵寄方式投票,以避免讓民主黨人佔優勢,Trump 仍然繼續散播不信任感。 一些猶他州共和黨人表示,他們仍然對選舉安全感到擔憂,儘管立法審計員在去年年底報告說,他們沒有發現該州選舉中存在廣泛舞弊的證據。然而,他們確實發現從選民名冊中移除已故居民的過程存在一些延遲。 眾議院少數黨領袖、鹽湖城市民主黨人 Angela Romero 表示,該法案會給選民帶來困惑,並可能降低投票率。老年人、殘疾人、低收入和農村選民可能難以應對新的限制或獲得所需的身份證明,她說。 根據 National Conference of State Legislatures 的說法,在 36 個州,選民被要求或必須出示身份證件。猶他州目前要求提供兩種形式的身份證件和居住證明才能註冊投票,但不要求在投票時出示帶照片的身份證件。 所有眾議院民主黨人和一位共和黨人,即 Taylorsville 的眾議員 Jim Dunnigan,都反對該提案。他們認為,共和黨人試圖修復一個沒有問題的系統,可能會導致選民失去對州選舉的信任。 絕大多數猶他州居民都郵寄了選票或將其投入投遞箱。選舉工作人員將信封上的簽名與縣書記員備案的簽名進行比對。 共和黨州長 Spencer Cox 多次表示對該州的選舉安全有信心,但也表示他可能願意改變該州的郵寄投票系統,以便更快地統計選票。 州長最近表示:「我們的選舉具有完全的完整性。我認為我們開始失去信任的領域之一是,選舉之夜沒有做出決定。」 該提案將要求所有選票在選舉日晚上 8 點之前送達縣書記員處。目前,在選舉日前一天蓋章的選票可以在隨後的兩週內進行計票。 本立法會議上還提出了其他重要的選舉變更。 共和黨人已經提出剝奪副州長作為該州最高選舉官員的職責,並將這些職責交給一個獨立的選舉辦公室,該辦公室的主任將由縣書記員委員會任命。該提案將使猶他州從 33 個由選民選舉其首席選舉官員的州名單中移除。 另一項法案將取消同日選民登記,並要求選民在選舉日整整一個月前進行登記。其他法案將改變簽名收集程序,提高通過某些公民投票倡議的門檻,並使猶他州退出 Electronic Registration Information Center。在 Trump 的鼓勵下,許多共和黨領導的州已經退出了這個被稱為 ERIC 的協作系統,該系統幫助各州維護準確的選民登記名單。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
痘痘貼真的有效嗎?
(SeaPRwire) - 還記得為了找到完美遮瑕膏來匹配膚色並遮蓋瑕疵而煩惱嗎?那些日子已經結束了:現在,新一代的痘痘貼實際上是時尚宣言。您可以貼上鮮黃色的星星形狀貼片、紫色蝴蝶或其他異想天開的形狀來遮蓋痘痘。 在光天化日之下看到人們臉上貼著色彩繽紛的痘痘貼並不罕見。或者,一些更精緻的設計確實讓人回想起化妝品專櫃的日子,提供一系列與您的膚色更匹配的色調。 這些痘痘貼到底是什麼?它們真的有效嗎? 痘痘貼的剖析 痘痘貼背後的技術並不新穎。芝加哥皮膚診所的皮膚科醫生Dr. Danilo C. Del Campo表示,這些貼片依賴於一種稱為水膠體的凝膠形成材料,自 1980 年代以來一直是傷口護理的主要成分。除了為傷口(在本例中為痘痘)提供保護性覆蓋外,水膠體貼片「將傷口中多餘的液體吸出,而不會粘在傷口上,」Del Campo 解釋說。「就像傷口癒合一樣,對於痤瘡,您希望讓皮膚自行癒合,而不會增加感染。」 俄亥俄州佩里斯堡Mitchell Dermatology的創始人兼 CEO Dr. Hope Mitchell說,除了奇特的設計元素外,新一代的痘痘貼「採用了先進的技術和有針對性的成分配製而成,不僅僅是覆蓋痘痘。「較新的貼片通常包含水楊酸、菸鹼醯胺或茶樹油等活性成分。這些添加物在貼片保護其免受灰塵和細菌等外部刺激物侵害的同時,積極地治療痘痘。」 紐約市西奈山醫院的皮膚科副教授 Joshua Zeichner 博士解釋說,一些最新的貼片包含微小的微針,可將活性成分推入皮膚深層,以增強其吸收。(別擔心:這些微針不會引起疼痛,並且會自然溶解。) 它們如何提供幫助 Zeichner 說,除了美學上的好處外,通過覆蓋痘痘,這些貼片使人們不太可能推、擠、摳或試圖擠破瑕疵;避免這些行為可以減少進一步感染或留下疤痕的機會。此外,水膠體膜會吸出痘痘中的液體和膿液,貼片會吸收它,從而減少炎症並幫助瑕疵縮小和癒合。 關於痘痘貼的獨立研究並不多。但在Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2024 年的一項研究中(由銷售痘痘貼的 Johnson & Johnson 贊助),研究人員比較了使用水膠體貼片和溫和皮膚清洗與僅僅溫和清洗(對照組)的效果。他們發現,當患有面部痤瘡的青少年和成年人使用水膠體貼片時,他們的痘痘的大小、質地和發紅在 1 到 4 天內顯著改善,比對照組更快。 根據包含的其他成分,可能會帶來額外的好處。紐約市和康涅狄格州格林威治的 UnionDerm 的美容皮膚科醫生 Pooja Rambhia 博士說,如果貼片含有水楊酸,則有助於打開和疏通毛孔並減少發紅。 Mitchell 說,菸鹼醯胺可以減少發紅並增強皮膚屏障,而茶樹油具有抗菌特性。「一些配方添加了像 熊果苷 這樣的亮白劑,以幫助修復痘痘癒合後的皮膚,」她補充說。 但貼片對於所有類型的痘痘並非同樣有效。Zeichner 說:「它們非常適合膿皰或紅色、發炎的痘痘。」Mitchell 說:「它們通過阻止早期階段的痘痘來發揮作用。」 它們對於黑頭或深層囊腫型痘痘效果不佳。Del Campo 說:「對於深層囊腫型痤瘡,很難讓位於皮膚表面的東西產生很大的影響。」 雖然它們可用作局部治療,但痘痘貼並不能解決痤瘡的根本原因。Zeichner 說:「它們肯定在提供支持方面發揮作用,但它們並不能解決問題的根源。」如果您正在與粉刺作鬥爭,「仍然重要的是使用過氧化苯甲醯、水楊酸、局部類視黃醇或皮膚科醫生的處方藥。」 Rambhia 同意,痘痘貼「就像一場打地鼠遊戲,它們的反應性大於主動性。」「將它們與針對您所患痤瘡類型的有針對性的醫療方法結合使用是一件好事。」 如何有效使用它們 Rambhia 說,在貼上貼片之前,請確保您的皮膚清潔且完全乾燥。放置後,您可以佩戴 6 到 12 小時或過夜。 一些皮膚科醫生建議在痘痘貼之間休息一下,這樣皮膚就不會在 24 小時內被屏障覆蓋。Zeichner 說:「您需要給皮膚一些呼吸時間。」 您可以預期改善的速度因人而異,也因痘痘而異。「有些人很快就會見效——在幾個小時內,」Del Campo 說。「另一些人則隔夜使用,到了早上,痘痘就會好轉。而另一些人則使用貼片的時間更長。」 Zeichner 說,為了加速癒合,您或許可以通過在過氧化苯甲醯或水楊酸等痤瘡治療劑的頂部佩戴痘痘貼來加倍治療,這可能會增加吸收。但請記住:您使用的成分越多,產生刺激的可能性就越大。「如果您有敏感皮膚,您可能需要堅持使用直水膠體貼片,」他補充說。 雖然它們可能很有趣,但如果痘痘貼沒有充分改善您的痤瘡,那麼是時候繼續前進了,Del Campo 說。「有時需要更有效的治療方法。」本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
女性的氣候領導力需要合作與勇氣
(SeaPRwire) - The Solutions Project 總裁兼 CEO Gloria Walton 認為,推動氣候影響力是關於一種「社群意識」,並且在一個不斷分裂的世界中,思考如何透過擴大不同的故事和「建立橋樑」來推進解決方案。 Walton 在 TIME 首屆 Women of the Year Leadership Forum 上,與 TIME 首席氣候官 Shyla Raghav 以及其他三位女性氣候領袖進行了關於氣候影響的對話,Raghav 主持了這次對話。Walton 說:「人們說這是一種女性主義的領導方式,因為在我們的社會中,我們被告知要分裂、要競爭、不要合作。他們說女性領導是關於合作和互相照顧,以一種愛的感覺前進,理解我們是相互依存的。」 該論壇於週二在洛杉磯舉行,重點討論了女性如何在洛杉磯、企業界、當地社區和全球南方推動氣候解決方案。與 Raghav 和 Walton 一同登上舞台的還有演員、企業家和活動家 Sophia Bush;演員、人道主義者和 Earthshot Prize 大使 Nomzamo Mbatha;以及 Amazon 首席可持續發展官 Kara Hurst,她也是 2023 年的獲獎者。 當颶風 ravage her former community in ,Walton(2023 年 Earth Award 獲獎者)親眼目睹了社區如何團結起來互相支持——而這種支持是需要的。她說,受氣候變化影響最大的人往往是「被排除在氣候對話之外」的社群。 Walton 關於合作的觀點讓 Bush 想起了她第一次開始在氣候影響領域工作,參加會議時,注意到她「通常是房間裡唯一的女性」。現在,她思考著如何將其他女性帶入與有權勢的人在一起的空間——比如 Time Women of the Year Leadership Forum 這樣的場合。 “你如何開始改變這種狀況?你要求帶誰一起來?你拒絕參加哪些場合?” Bush 問道。“你如何在五人舞台層面或全球層面提問……誰的意見重要?” Bush 還承認她之前在網路上批評過同場小組成員 Hurst 的雇主 Amazon,但她認識到該公司是 。不過,Bush 說,解決問題的唯一方法是利用故事講述和有效的信息傳遞來呼籲人們關注氣候問題,並將其“翻譯”成顯示氣候變化和氣候政策影響“深刻個人化”的信息。 Mbatha 來自南非,她的行動主義遍及全球,她提醒在場的人,這些對話必須包括全球南方的人——而且非洲有一些女性正在提出“令人難以置信”的氣候解決方案,但只需要資金來使其具有可擴展性。Mbatha 談到了她為這些創新者爭取資金的工作,以及“說服品牌將他們的錢花在好的地方”。 “還有一個很大的錯誤,那就是當我們看待非洲大陸時,存在一種‘慈善’因素。那裡有一個經濟體——非常成功,投資非常豐富,而且也具有令人難以置信的潛力,” Mbatha 說。“我堅信要撒開網,然後說‘這些是你可以與當地社區合作的方式。’” Hurst 說,以“越來越可持續的方式”與當地社區“實地”合作是她在 Amazon 努力運營的方式——既通過應對像 這樣的氣候災害提供救災措施,也通過幫助社區做好防災準備,她提到了 Amazon 為氣候災害準備的物資和工具包,裡面裝滿了口罩和空氣過濾器。 但為了幫助做好準備,她說公司需要傾聽他們正在工作的社區的聲音:“社區總是知道得最清楚。他們總是知道他們的需求是什麼,我們需要做的第一件事就是深入傾聽,”Hurst 說。 小組討論以一個關於希望的問題結束——在氣候和政治如此動盪的時期如何保持希望。Hurst 指出了在氣候領域取得的巨大進展,並且即使我們在創造氣候解決方案時互相追究責任,也必須慶祝這些里程碑。 “不要讓完美成為進步的敵人,”她說。“我們從未實現全球經濟的脫碳;我們將會犯錯……我們需要互相追究責任。我們需要尋找擁有解決方案的女性。” The Women of the Year Leadership Forum was presented by Amazon, Booking.com, Chase, Deloitte, the American Heart Association, and Toyota.本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
Apple股東否決取消多元化計劃的提案 “`
(SeaPRwire) - Apple的股東駁回了一項企圖,該企圖旨在迫使這家科技潮流引領者加入唐納·川普總統的行列,以取消旨在使其員工多元化的企業計劃。 該提案由National Center for Public Policy Research起草,敦促Apple效仿一系列知名公司,這些公司已從目前正受到川普政府關注的多元、平等和包容性倡議中撤退。 在簡要介紹了反DEI提案後,Apple宣布股東已否決了該提案,但未透露投票結果。初步結果將在週二稍後的監管文件中概述。 結果證明Apple管理層的決定是正確的,他們決定支持其多元化承諾,儘管川普要求美國司法部調查此類計劃是否歧視了一些員工,這些員工的種族或性別與該倡議的目標不符。 但Apple CEO Tim Cook自川普的第一個任期以來一直與他保持著友好的關係,這種聯盟到目前為止已幫助該公司避免了對其在中國生產的iPhone徵收關稅。在Cook和川普上週會面後,Apple週一宣布將投資數十億美元,並在未來五年內創造20,000個以上的工作崗位,這一承諾受到了總統的讚賞。 週二的股東投票是在同一個團體在Costco的年度會議上提出類似提案一個月後進行的,但該提案遭到了壓倒性的否決。 這種冷落並沒有阻止National Center for Public Policy Research就其DEI計劃與Apple對質,智庫Free Enterprise Project的執行董事Stefan Padfield在一段預先錄製的演示中聲稱“強迫多樣性對企業不利”。 在演示中,Padfield抨擊了Apple的多樣性承諾與最近的法院裁決不符,並表示這些計劃使這家位於加州Cupertino的公司面臨大量潛在的歧視指控訴訟。他以川普政府為Apple潛在的法律對手之一。 “氛圍的轉變是顯而易見的:DEI已經過時,實力至上,”Padfield在演示中說。 上週,當佛羅里達州總檢察長James Uthmeier對Target提起聯邦訴訟時,潛在法律麻煩的幽靈被放大了,他聲稱該零售商最近縮減的DEI計劃疏遠了許多消費者,並損害了銷售,損害了股東的利益。 正如Costco所做的那樣,Apple認為培養多元化的員工隊伍具有良好的商業意義。 但Cook承認,Apple可能需要對其多元化計劃進行一些調整,“隨著法律環境的變化”,同時仍努力維持一種有助於將公司提升到目前3.7萬億美元市值的文化,這比世界上任何其他企業都大。 “我們將繼續創造一種歸屬感文化,”Cook在會議期間告訴股東。 在其最新報告中,Apple披露,其全球員工中近四分之三由白人和亞裔員工組成。近三分之二的員工是男性。 多年來,其他主要科技公司報告稱,主要僱用白人和亞裔男性,尤其是在高薪工程職位上,這種趨勢促使該行業進行了基本上不成功的多樣化努力。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
最高法院撤銷 Richard Glossip 的謀殺定罪和死刑判決
(SeaPRwire) - 美國最高法院週二撤銷了對Richard Glossip的謀殺罪定罪和死刑判決,Glossip是一名奧克拉荷馬州男子,他堅稱自己是無辜的,並多次避免了該州對他執行死刑的企圖。 大法官們認為,對Glossip的審判侵犯了他的憲法權利。 大法官們在十月份聽取了一起案件的辯論,該案件產生了一個罕見的聯盟,Glossip的律師和州政府的律師都認為,高等法院應該推翻對Glossip的定罪和死刑判決,因為他沒有得到公平的審判。 受害者的親屬已告訴高等法院,他們希望看到Glossip被處決。 奧克拉荷馬州最高刑事上訴法院曾多次維持對Glossip的定罪和判決,即使在州政府支持Glossip之後也是如此。 Glossip於1997年因在奧克拉荷馬市殺害了他的前老闆,汽車旅館老闆Barry Van Treese而被定罪並判處死刑,檢察官聲稱這是一起謀殺-僱傭計劃。 Glossip一直堅稱自己是無辜的。另一名男子Justin Sneed承認搶劫了Van Treese並用棒球棒將其毆打致死,但作證說他這樣做只是因為Glossip承諾支付他10,000美元。 Sneed以他的證詞換取了無期徒刑,並且是對抗Glossip的關鍵證人。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
想長壽?生活方式比基因更重要
(SeaPRwire) - 預測你何時會去世是不可能的。但如果你追求長壽和健康的生活,那麼少擔心你的基因(反正你無法改變它),多關注你的生活方式和周圍環境。這是一項發表在Nature Medicine上的研究的結論,該研究廣泛地探討了長期存在的環境與遺傳的爭論,並堅定地站在環境陣營。 這項工作是基於超過 490,000 人的數據,他們都註冊了UK Biobank,這是一個龐大的參與者詳細醫療歷史的集合,包括基因測序;核磁共振成像 (MRI);血液、尿液和唾液樣本;家庭健康故事等等。研究人員利用這些豐富的數據來研究遺傳學和 100 多種環境因素對 22 種疾病風險的影響,這些疾病構成了死亡的主要原因。 為了做到這一點,他們特別密切地關注了 45,000 人的子集,這些人的血液樣本經過了所謂的蛋白質組學分析:對數千種蛋白質的分析,這些蛋白質有助於確定與日曆年齡相比的生理年齡。 麻省總醫院的研究員兼主要作者 Austin Argentieri 說:「我們可以估計每個參與者的生物衰老速度相對於他們的實際年齡有多快或多慢。這被稱為『蛋白質組學年齡差距』,因為它是蛋白質預測年齡和實際年齡之間的差距。[它] 是死亡率的一個非常強的預測指標……[並且] 它也與許多重要的衰老特徵(如虛弱和認知功能)密切相關。」 當然,僅僅知道年齡差距只是其中的一部分。同樣重要的是造成這種差距的原因。為了幫助確定這一點,研究人員分析了人們的許多環境和行為暴露,這些暴露會導致疾病和生理年齡。這些因素包括收入、鄰里、就業狀況、婚姻狀況、教育程度和飲食,以及人們是否吸煙或定期鍛煉。 為了涵蓋遺傳方面,研究人員分析了人們的基因組,尋找與 22 種主要疾病相關的遺傳標記。此外,他們還記錄了哪些人已經患有這些疾病中的任何一種。 結果令人震驚。環境和生活方式佔人們與疾病相關的死亡風險的 17%,而遺傳僅佔 2%。在各種環境暴露中,吸煙是風險最高的行為,與 21 種疾病有關;社會經濟因素,如家庭收入、鄰里和就業狀況,與 19 種疾病有關;缺乏體力活動與 17 種疾病有關。環境暴露對肺部、心臟和肝臟疾病的影響最大,而遺傳在決定一個人患乳腺癌、卵巢癌和前列腺癌以及失智症的風險方面起著最大的作用。 令人不安的是,該研究還顯示,環境的影響始於生命早期。早在 10 歲時的體重過高或過低,以及出生前後母親吸煙,都被發現會在幾十年後影響健康和死亡率。 調查人員不僅研究了增加死於一種慢性疾病風險的因素,還研究了降低這種風險的因素。其中,與伴侶同住、就業和經濟上的寬裕對延長壽命的影響最大。 牛津人口健康流行病學教授 Cornela van Duijn 在隨該論文發布的一份聲明中表示:「我們的研究表明,可以通過個人或通過改善社會經濟條件、減少吸煙或促進體力活動的政策來改變的暴露,對健康產生了深遠的影響。」 研究人員並不認為目前的這項研究(儘管它範圍廣泛)是他們工作的結束。在未來,他們建議更仔細地研究多種因素,包括飲食、接觸新型病原體(如 COVID-19 和禽流感)以及環境因素(如塑料和殺蟲劑)。所有這些都可能對壽命產生強大但研究不足的影響。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
Patagonia CEO:特朗普不應出售我們的公共土地
` tags. (SeaPRwire) - 公共土地一直被譽為美國「最佳構想」。它們是天然的避難所,世代靈感的源泉,對某些人來說,是祖先的家園。每位公民都有權體驗它們,並肩負著維護和保護它們的責任。因此,來自華盛頓特區的最新消息——關於削減對其的保護和開放存取——引起了戶外運動界的關注。 我們知道,當我們團結起來反擊時,我們就能獲勝。 事實上,在公眾的強烈抗議之後, 川普可能會在人員削減方面有所退讓。 然而, 川普政府潛在的清算以資助其主權財富基金的計畫仍然存在。 在2017年,超過270萬人向唐納德·川普總統發送了評論,反對他縮小或修改10個國家紀念碑的計畫。 然而, 川普仍然發布了一項公告,將猶他州的熊耳國家紀念碑縮小了85%,將大階梯-埃斯卡蘭特國家紀念碑縮小了50%。 儘管 川普聲稱此舉是為了將土地歸還給該州並「釋放」其用途,但很明顯,大幅縮小的邊界是為了更容易地進入鈾礦床。 同時也清楚的是, 川普政府缺乏單方面縮小紀念碑的法律權力。 1906年的《文物法》賦予總統創建國家紀念碑的權力,但無權撤銷或減少它們。 這種權力屬於國會。 Patagonia加入了一個由原住民和草根保育團體組成的聯盟,提起訴訟,挑戰縮小熊耳國家紀念碑。 2021年10月,時任總統喬·拜登將熊耳和大階梯恢復到原來的邊界。 然而,今天,威脅甚至更加嚴峻,後果也更具破壞性。 川普政府和國會正在試圖更容易地租賃或出售6.4億英畝的公共土地,包括美國最具代表性的景觀,並背棄那些倡導保護它們的原住民和當地團體。 政府的計畫可能會剝奪我們在我們珍視的地方遠足、攀登、露營、釣魚和狩獵的權利。 依賴遊客的小企業主將會因遊客的減少而受到影響。 當鑽探或採礦開始時,整個周圍的社區將受到經濟轉型和污染的影響。 利害關係太大了,不能袖手旁觀。 正如我們數十年來所做的那樣, Patagonia將動員我們的社群,並利用我們作為企業和草根保育團體支持者的地位,來保護公共土地和水資源,無論誰在白宮。 從長遠來看,由於這些政策對地球健康的肆意漠視,所有企業的損失將大於收益。 我們的公共土地和水域提供了一個與自然世界建立聯繫的機會。 它們通過充當碳匯和封存器來提供重要的基於自然的氣候解決方案。 它們保護重要的文化和考古區域,並充當該國生物多樣性和野生動植物的避難所。 它們還為我們提供了一種斷開連接、放下螢幕並重燃與自然界古老而獨特的人類聯繫的方式,而我們通常在其他地方找不到這種聯繫——隨著科技觸及我們生活的幾乎每個方面,這一點變得尤為重要。 借用總司令最喜歡的一句話來說,出售我們的公共土地是一個錯誤和一場騙局,「我們以前從未見過這樣的騙局」。 川普對我們公共土地的潛在削減並非旨在減少政府浪費。 事實上,公共土地的保護資金嚴重不足,正如我們所看到的那樣,儘管遊客數量穩步增長,但休閒和其他土地管理計畫的預算卻逐年削減。 今天所有有效的土地和水政策保護措施,都是由敬業的當地社群不懈努力的結果,並且宣布所有這些都可以僅憑政治家的簽名就被駁回,這是令人髮指的。 它們遠不止「資產負債表上的資產」,不應被允許清算。 我們作為一個社會團結起來保衛它們,從未像今天這樣迫切。 公共土地是為了公眾——我們數百萬公民,而不是億萬富翁。 民調顯示,無論政治信仰如何,美國人都希望保護大自然。 無論是通過法院還是致電國會議員,我們的公共土地都需要並值得我們能夠集結起來的所有防禦力量。 這可能只是川普政府執政下,在環境和保育史上最具災難性的四年的開始。 川普政府聲稱我們正面臨能源危機,儘管美國是人類歷史上最大的石油和天然氣出口國,並且石油和天然氣公司報告了創紀錄的利潤。 請將此視為對任何企業領導人和公民的公開邀請,與我們站在一起。 我們在2017年看到了充滿熱情的人們和企業組成的聯盟有多麼強大。 作為公民、遊憩者、保育人士、科學家、保守派、自由派、企業和行動主義者,我們可以共同提醒國會,我們的公共土地不是用來出售的。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
剛果爆發神秘疾病,已造成數十人死亡
` tags. `` (SeaPRwire) - 金夏沙 — 根據當地醫生和世界衛生組織 (WHO) 週一的說法,一種不明疾病已在剛果西北部造成 50 多人死亡。 區域監測中心 Bikoro Hospital 的醫療主任 Serge Ngalebato 向美聯社表示,在大多數病例中,症狀出現到死亡的間隔為 48 小時,「這才是真正令人擔憂的地方」。 剛果民主共和國最近一次的疾病爆發始於 1 月 21 日,已記錄 419 例病例,其中包括 53 例死亡。 根據 WHO 非洲辦事處的說法,Boloko 鎮的第一次疫情爆發是在三個孩子吃了一隻蝙蝠後開始的,他們在出現出血熱症狀後的 48 小時內死亡。 長期以來,人們一直擔心在野生動物普遍被食用的地方,疾病會從動物傳播到人類。WHO 表示,過去十年非洲此類疫情的數量激增了 60% 以上 (2022 年)。 在 2 月 9 日 Bomate 鎮爆發第二次神秘疾病後,已將 13 個病例的樣本送往剛果首都金夏沙的 National Institute for Biomedical Research 進行檢測,WHO 表示。 所有樣本的伊波拉病毒或其他常見的出血熱疾病(如馬堡病毒)的檢測結果均為陰性。 一些瘧疾檢測呈陽性。 去年,剛果另一地區爆發另一種類似流感的神秘疾病,造成數十人死亡,後被確定可能為瘧疾。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。
TransNusa Becomes First Indonesian Airline to Launch Scheduled Bali – Guangzhou Route
PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri makes Indonesia proud by becoming the first Indonesian airline to launch new scheduled flight from Bali, Indonesia to Guangzhou, ChinaTransNusa successfully started sale of tickets on February 24th with a promotional rate of 388.000, CNY999 and USD149, one-wayTransNusa simultaneously launches one of the fastest and seamless scheduled connecting flight from Guangzhou, China to Perth, Australia via BaliJAKARTA, Feb 26, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TRANSNUSA has yet again added another feather in its cap by becoming the first Indonesian airline to launch scheduled flights from Bali, Indonesia to Guangzhou, China.In addition, the airline also announced that it will be simultaneously launching scheduled connecting flights from Guangzhou to Perth via Bali.TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer and aviation veteran, Datuk Bernard Francis said, “We are always looking at developing new routes to benefit our passengers. While traditional routes such as Bali to Perth and Bali to Guangzhou are important, we also strive to go the extra mile to provide fast as well as seamless connectivity to our passengers.“With the launch of our new Bali-Guangzhou route, our passengers can now enjoy one of the fastest scheduled connecting flights to either Guangzhou or Perth via Bali, with a transit duration of either 1 hour and 30 minutes or 2 hours and 35 minutes, depending on the day and time of the scheduled flights.“From April 13th to May 31st, on a weekly basis, there will be three connecting flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Perth International Airport, Australia while from Perth there will be two connecting flights weekly via Bali to Guangzhou,” Datuk Francis said, adding that connecting flight from Guangzhou will be every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday while the connecting flight from Perth to Guangzhou via Bali will be on Monday and Saturday.Datuk Francis further elaborated that from June onwards, the airline will be flying daily from Perth and Guangzhou to Bali. As such, from June onwards, passengers can also enjoy daily connecting flights. The Quangzhou to Perth flight ticket price will start from as low as CNY1899, USD 259 and AUD399.Within the first quarter of 2025, two-year old TransNusa has already broken the traditional norm and planned a holistic 360-degree flight path from Guangzhou to Perth via Bali. This innovative move is a historical first and a strategic triumph for the airline since TransNusa’s re-launch as a Premium Service Carrier in October 2022.In breaking the sound barrier of convention and implementing its planned holistic 360-degree flight path from Guangzhou to Perth via Bali, TransNusa kick-started 2025 by announcing the launch of its Bali-Perth route in January, with flight tickets priced from as low as IDR1.799.000, AUD169, CNY782, and USD163.Details of the new Bali-Guangzhou RouteIn order to implement the holistic 360-degree flight path from Guangzhou to Perth via Bali, TransNusa is launching its Bali-Guangzhou route on April 13th. Tickets for the new scheduled route are priced at a promotional rate that starts from IDR2.388.000, CNY999 and USD149. Flight tickets can be purchased at transnusa.co.id and all other main online travel agent platforms.“In addition to the connecting flight, with the launch of this new route, we hope to also provide tourists from China additional options to travel to the Island of Gods, Bali,” Datuk Francis said.At the initial stage, from April 13th to May 31st, TransNusa will be operating four flights a week from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, popularly known as the Denpasar International Airport. The TransNusa flight, 8B 969, will depart Bali at 20.15pm and arrive at the Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport at 01.00am while TransNusa flight, 8B 968, will depart Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport at 02.05am and arrive in Bali at 07.40am. The TransNusa flight will depart Bali every Sunday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday while flights will depart Guangzhou on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. For this scheduled flight, TransNusa will be utilizing its A320 narrow-body jet airliner, which has 174 seats, to cater for the five-hour scheduled flight.Brief History On TransNusaTransNusa, which had to close business due to the Covid-19 pandemic was injected with new shareholders and management team in 2022. The airline opened its doors for business in October and within six months, in April 2023, launched its first international flight from Jakarta to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.After which, under the new leadership of Datuk Francis, and the new management team, the airline successfully launched three more new international routes by the end of 2023. In 2024, the airline continued growing its international and domestic route and at the same time recording historical firsts that also became a significant industry first for the Indonesian aviation industry. Since April 2023, TransNusa has been making headlines in Malaysia, Singapore, China and around the world with news of being the first airline in Indonesia and the world to develop and introduce a new domestic route connecting Bali and diving haven, Manado. TransNusa also became the second Indonesian airline to receive approval to fly to China and provided Indonesians with more pricing and route options to China.TransNusa’s aggressive international growth strategy combined with its domestic business operations approach has enabled the airline to be the fastest growing airline in South East Asia.For Further information, please contact Trina Thomas Raj, Primary Communications and Marketing Consultant by email trina@myqaseh.org OR by mobile +60124992672 (Watsapp)About TransNusa TransNusa Airline, is a Premium Service Carrier. After the take-over, in February 2024, the airline rebranded itself from being a Low-Cost Carrier to a Premium Service Carrier in line with its upgraded aircrafts that offers better comfort as well as based on the flexibility and quality of the services offered.TransNusa, which received its AOC certification on 9th September 2022, launch its first three A320 operations on 6th October, 14th October and 12th December, 2022. In 2023, TransNusa introduced a new business model making it the first Premium Service Carrier in the Asia Pacific region. TransNusa introduced its first international flight on 14th April, 2023. The airline is currently based in Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.The airline currently flies from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, Bali, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Subang, Malaysia and Guangzhou, China. It also flies from Bali to Jakarta and Manado. TransNusa made history when it became the second Indonesian airline to fly to China and the first Indonesian airline to launch a Premium Service Carrier business model.Passengers can book their flights on the TransNusa website (www.transnusa.co.id), through authorized travel agents in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, or by contacting the airline's customer service centre at, +62216310888. For the Singaporean market, passengers can contact TransNusa’s General Sales Agent, Chariot Travels Pte Ltd, at +65 86602719 for assistance. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Sevens Atelier records profit for FY 2024, paving the way for accelerated growth and strategic expansion
FY 2024 recorded a net profit of S$0.31 million, following losses of S$4.05 million in FY 2023, driven by streamlined operations and cost structures enhancing efficiency to achieve profitabilityS$12.36M order book (31 December 2024) surpasses FY2024 revenue, set to drive higher margins and sustainable earnings growthStrategically positioned for expansion through market and geographical diversification amidst improving macroeconomic landscapeSINGAPORE, Feb 26, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sevens Atelier Limited (the “Company” or “Sevens Atelier”, and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”), one of the leading players in the Design and Build industry for landed properties, has announced its financial results for the twelve months (“FY 2024”) ended 31 December 2024.In FY 2024, the Group marked a significant milestone by delivering a net profit of S$0.31 million, following a loss of S$4.05 million in FY 2023, despite a decrease in revenue from S$14.33 million in FY 2023 to S$9.10 million in FY 2024. This achievement comes as a direct result of management’s decisive actions to optimize costs, streamline operations, and improve financial discipline.Gross profit margins grew from 15.4% to 19.6% year-on-year, signalling the success of focused restructuring and cost management efforts. In addition, administrative expenses reduced by almost 50%, setting the foundation for sustainable, long-term growth through operating a leaner and more efficient organisation.The Group continues to grow its reputation as the preferred choice for customers as it has accumulated an order book amounting to S$12.36 million as at 31 December 2024, positioning the Company for stronger revenue streams in the coming year. Aligned with targets of enhancing project profitability, these contracts are expected to generate higher profit margins than in previous years, reflecting a shift towards a more sustainable and profitable business model, despite challenges such as cost inflation and rising competition.Additionally, the Group’s focus on high-quality, Design and Build solutions for landed homes in Singapore continues to set it apart from competitors. For instance, the Group’s unique flagship experience centre enhances customer engagement, contributing to increasing demand and a growing pipeline of projects.Looking ahead, the Group is actively exploring strategic growth opportunities through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and expansion into new business segments and geographic markets. With a favourable macroeconomic outlook, including stabilizing market demand and positive expectations on further global interest rate adjustments, the Company is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities.The Group Operation Director, Mr. Tang Yao Zhi commented, “Achieving our first full-year profit since changing to a Design and Build player is a testament to our unwavering commitment to financial prudence and operational efficiency. Looking ahead, we are looking ahead to executing our growing orderbook, which already exceeds FY2024’s revenue.”About Sevens Atelier Limited (SGX:5EW)Sevens Atelier is listed on the Catalist Board of the Singapore Exchange. The Company offers full-fledged consultancy services in the Design & Build industry, including pre-leasing consultations of business spaces and pre-purchase inspections of premium landed properties in Singapore. From consultation to completion, the Company provides turnkey services to its premium clients. Sevens Atelier is a BCA-certified solutions provider in the Design and Build arena with the goal to constantly improve and evolve. Its artisanal capabilities are a hallmark of its commitment to clients.For all media queries, please contact:Tang Yao ZhiT: (+65) 8139 7777E: yaozhi@sevensatelier.comThis press release has been reviewed by the Company's sponsor, PrimePartners Corporate Finance Pte. Ltd. (the “Sponsor”). It has not been examined or approved by the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (the "Exchange") and the Exchange assumes no responsibility for the contents of this press release, including the correctness of any of the statements or opinions made or reports contained in this press release.The contact person for the Sponsor is Ms. Foo Jien Jieng, 16 Collyer Quay, #10-00 Collyer Quay Centre, Singapore 049318, sponsorship@ppcf.com.sg. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
CGFNS International to Change Its Name to TruMerit
PHILADELPHIA, PA, Feb 26, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As it expands its mission to support healthcare workforce development on a global scale, CGFNS International announced today it will change its name to TruMerit™, a decision approved by the CGFNS Board of Trustees in fall of 2024.CGFNS International is now TruMeritThe initiative signifies a new journey for CGFNS, an acronym for Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools, which for nearly a half-century has supported the career mobility of nurses and other healthcare workers by validating their education, skills, and experience as they seek authorization to practice in the United States and other countries. It comes in response to calls to invigorate capacity building of the healthcare workforce so it can meet the needs of people in a rapidly evolving global health landscape.TruMerit, a reference to "genuine excellence," points to the organization's role in validating the meritorious achievements of global healthcare workers. It will continue to be a worldwide leader in providing these services while broadening its mission to strengthen research and advocacy in support of healthcare workforce development solutions, including global standards and frameworks for specialty certifications that will empower career pathways for healthcare workers, regardless of where they choose to work."With this rebranding, we are stepping into a new era of global impact with faith in the proposition that healthcare workers in every country-empowered with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to achieve excellence in their profession-can lead the way to resolving the healthcare challenges of today and tomorrow," said Dr. Peter Preziosi, the organization's President and CEO."TruMerit will advocate for and generate intellectual capital to drive investment in a future-ready global healthcare workforce. We know that a commitment to the development and validation of their skills is the best contribution we can make to addressing shortages, health equity and access challenges, and the demand for patient-centric care model evolution," he added.The name change will be the centerpiece of a comprehensive rebranding of the organization, which will include a new visual identity across its public profile, including its website, customer portals, credentials and certificates, and social media channels. The rebranding effort will begin rolling out in mid-March and will be completed by the summer."Our new name carries both a meaning and a message about who we are and what is important to the global healthcare workforce we serve," said Lea Sims, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, who led the year-long renaming initiative and is overseeing the organization's transition to its evolving identity and new brand. "The name TruMerit reflects our longstanding mission of helping healthcare workers around the world advance their careers while preserving the earned credibility associated with CGFNS and its nearly half-century of service to nursing and the allied health professions."Click here for more information on the CGFNS rebranding to TruMerit.About CGFNS International, Inc.Founded in 1977 and based in Philadelphia, CGFNS International is an immigration-neutral not-for-profit organization proudly serving as the world's largest credentials evaluation organization for the nursing and allied health professions. CGFNS International is an NGO in Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and is a member of the Conference of NGOs in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations (CoNGO).Contact InformationDavid St. Johndstjohn@cgfns.orgSOURCE: CGFNS International Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
GA-ASI Advances Sub-Hunting With Test of New Air-Dropped Sensors
SAN DIEGO, CA, Feb 26, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) continues to expand the role of unmanned aerial systems, demonstrating the first-ever Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability on an MQ-9B SeaGuardian®. In a groundbreaking test from January 20-30, 2025, a company-operated MQ-9B SeaGuardian successfully deployed and tested anti-submarine sensors using multiple pre-production Sonobuoy Dispensing System (SDS) pods.Having already proven its ability to track submerged targets, SeaGuardian took this capability further with GA-ASI's newly designed SDS pods. These pods deployed multiple sonobuoys to conduct onboard thermal-depth and acoustic data processing. Using Directional Frequency Analysis and Recording (DIFAR), Directional Command Activated Sonobuoy System (DICASS), and Bathythermograph sonobuoys, SeaGuardian effectively detected, tracked, and analyzed underwater targets while collecting critical acoustic intelligence."This demonstration represents a major leap forward in unmanned capabilities and marks a major milestone in proving that an unmanned aircraft can perform end-to-end persistent ASW operations," said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. "The success of this testing paves the way for enhanced anti-submarine warfare capabilities on the MQ-9B SeaGuardian. We look forward to continued collaboration with the U.S. Navy as they explore innovative solutions for distributed maritime operations in the undersea domain."As part of the development process, GA-ASI successfully deployed multiple DIFAR and DICASS test sonobuoys, precisely correlating ejection speed with stress/strain data. This provided a high-fidelity launch model to refine future deployment capabilities.Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) AIRWorks played a key role in supporting and overseeing the development, ensuring the system meets emerging warfighter needs. AIRWorks has partnered with GA-ASI in multiple ASW demonstrations, including the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise in July 2024.With strong demand already in place from multiple customers, GA-ASI anticipates increasing interest in the MQ-9B SeaGuardian, given its high-end maritime capabilities at a significantly lower cost than traditional manned maritime platforms.About GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable RPA systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. With more than eight million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness. The company also produces a variety of sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas.For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.Avenger, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.Contact InformationGA-ASI Media Relationsasi-mediarelations@ga-asi.comSOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Olympus Announces Milestone for iTind(TM) Device with Expanded Availability Across Major APAC Markets
SINGAPORE, Feb 26, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Olympus Corporation of Asia Pacific Limited (Olympus APAC), the regional headquarters of Olympus Corporation in Asia and Oceania, today announced a milestone for its iTind™ device with expanded availability across major markets in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, a move in line with its commitment and purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling.iTindAlready marketed in the United States and Europe, the iTind procedure is a minimally invasive solution for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate. With a launch in Korea scheduled in March, iTind will become available in six1 markets across APAC.“With our upcoming launch in Korea, achieving wider availability of the iTind device in APAC is an important milestone for physicians and patients in our region. We’re excited to provide increased access to a minimally invasive outpatient BPH procedure for suitable patients, addressing a common health problem for men over 50 with the risk of BPH increasing with age. Symptoms of BPH include frequent urination with a sense of urgency and a weak urinary stream and excessive urination at night. The iTind procedure provides a rapid and effective patient-focused treatment option, with the added benefit of the procedure being able to be performed in a clinic room under local anaesthesia, helping ease pressure on hospital capacity.” said Daisuke Goto, Head of Surgical Business at Olympus APAC.As part of the roll-out of the iTind device across the region, Olympus has designed a comprehensive training programme to support Physicians and to maximise the success of incorporating the iTind procedure as part of their clinical practice.Olympus will continue its efforts to accelerate market development of the iTind minimally invasive BPH solution, providing more patients and physicians with access to this novel procedure, strengthening the care pathway and elevating the standard of care for patients with BPH.About iTindThe iTind, a temporarily implantable nitinol device, supports the relief of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) secondary to BPH, offers a minimally invasive alternative for BPH treatment without the need for medications, permanent implants, or tissue removal. This innovative approach provides a short-term treatment option that reshapes the prostatic urethra and improves patient quality of life. In September 2023, the iTind procedure was included in the American Urological Association (AUA) clinical practice guideline for management of LUTS attributed to BPH. In the United States, two new Category I CPT codes2 for the iTind procedure went into effect January 1, 2025, which enable billing for the procedure at all sites of services.1 Thailand, Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Korea2 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code is a numeric code that identifies a medical procedure or service maintained by American Medical Association (AMA). Healthcare professionals use CPT codes to bill for medical services. About OlympusAt Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide innovative solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states. For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world. For more information, visit https://www.olympus-global.com/ and follow our global X account: @Olympus_Corp.Media contact:Mail: Global-Public_Relations@olympus.comOlympus Corp [TYO: 7733] [ADR: OLYMY] [STU: OLY1] [FRA: OLYS] https://www.olympus-global.com Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
U.S. Polo Assn. Renews as Official Apparel Partner for the 2025 Dubai Polo Gold Cup
West Palm Beach, FL, Feb 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly served as the Official Apparel Sponsor of the 2025 Dubai Polo Gold Cup for the second year in a row. The prestigious tournament was hosted at the iconic Al Habtoor Polo Club in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), from February 5-22, 2025.U.S. Polo Assn.In partnership with Aydinli Group, U.S. Polo Assn.'s brand partner in the Middle East, the classic, sport-inspired brand provided performance jerseys for multiple teams, branded apparel for all on-site staff, and gifts to the finalists. During the game's fun-filled divot stomp, spectators also enjoyed a special giveaway of U.S. Polo Assn. branded caps.The Dubai Polo Gold Cup was an unforgettable two-week tournament ending with an intense final game between two strong teams, the UAE Polo Team and Jehangiri Polo. Ultimately, the UAE Polo Team prevailed with a final score of 9-8, and their name will be etched into the Gold Cup trophy. The event offered a blend of the highest-rated polo in the UAE, along with international musical entertainment, global cuisines, and one-of-a-kind retail experiences to the thousands of spirited sports fans in attendance."U.S. Polo Assn. is thrilled to once again partner with the Dubai Polo Gold Cup as the Official Apparel Sponsor in this premier venue for polo in the UAE," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, which manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "Dubai and the UAE region are key markets for our sport-inspired brand, and we are honored to participate in this iconic event by showcasing U.S. Polo Assn. to sports fans and consumers alike."The Dubai Polo Gold Cup was founded in 2009 by His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and has since become a cornerstone on the international polo calendar, comparable to major events in Argentina, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States."We are honored to represent U.S. Polo Assn. in the UAE, and the Dubai Polo Gold Cup is the perfect event to align our authentic sports brand with the prestigious sport of polo in Dubai," said Seref Safa, Chairman of the Board of Aydinli Group, the Middle Eastern partner for U.S. Polo Assn. "Each year, this event showcases some of the finest polo teams and ponies in the world, providing a mix of sportsmanship and style for all attendees, making this a high-profile event in Dubai that's not to be missed."Photo Credit: Margarita CrottoAbout U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in North America, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global and digital growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world.For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPA Global also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sports and lifestyle content. For more sports content, visit globalpolo.com.About Aydinli GroupAydinli Group is the Middle Eastern and Eastern European partner for the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. Aydinli Group adopts the principle of quality service and universal values, produces environmentally conscious products, and provides world-class, customer-oriented service. With more than 690 stores, 300 of which are abroad, and more than 7,500 employees, it is one of the largest apparel retailers in the region. Aydinli Group, which has operations in nearly 50 countries with U.S. Polo Assn., 10 countries with Pierre Cardin, and 8 countries with Cacharel, has license rights in 55 countries in total. For more information, visit aydinli.com.Contact InformationStacey KovalskyVP, Global PR and Communicationsskovalsky@uspagl.com+001.561.790.8036Shannon StilsonVP, Sports Marketing & Mediasstilson@uspagl.com+001.561.227.6994SOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Doubleview Gold Corp Announces Significant High-Grade Copper and Gold Intercepts at Hat Polymetallic Deposit
Highlights:Hole H078: 1.00% Copper and 0.46 g/t Gold over 107 meters within 409 meters of 0.39% Copper and 0.28 g/t Gold.Hole H079: 0.95% Copper and 0.79 g/t Gold over 82 meters within 213 meters of 0.59% Copper and 0.50 g/t Gold.Both drill holes represent the highest-grade mineralization intercepted to date at the Hat Project.Other drill holes reported are extending the mineralization envelope of the Hat deposit.Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - February 25, 2025) - Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) (the "Company" or "Doubleview") is pleased to announce significant assay results from its 2024 drilling program at the Hat Polymetallic Deposit in northwestern British Columbia. The results from drill holes H078 and H079 include the most substantial intervals of high-grade copper and gold mineralization encountered at the Hat Project to date. Drill holes H081, H082, H083 and H085 provide more details of the East Lisle Zone, a shallow extension of the Main Lisle Zone. (Drill hole H084 was abandoned before it reached its target depth).1- Central Lisle Zone Drill Results:The recent drilling focused on the Central Lisle Zone, which is interpreted as a potential porphyry feeder zone. The intercepts demonstrate shallow mineralization horizons and provide further evidence of the Hat Deposit's robust mineralization profile.Drill Hole H078:From 12 meters to 684 meters: 672 meters averaging 0.29% Copper and 0.22 g/t Gold (0.50% CuEq - see note (a) for CuEq calculation).Significant long intercepts include:409 meters (from 92 meters to 501 meters) averaging 0.39% Copper and 0.28 g/t Gold (0.65% CuEq) including107 meters (from 247 meters to 354 meters) averaging 1.00% Copper and 0.46 g/t Gold (1.42% CuEq), the highest-grade interval recorded at the Hat Project.Drill Hole H079:From 7 meters to 732 meters: 725 meters averaging 0.29% Copper and 0.22 g/t Gold (0.44% CuEq) including572 meters (from 150 meters to 722 meters) averaging 0.28% Copper and 0.25 g/t Gold (0.50% CuEq) and213 meters (from 510 meters to 723 meters) averaging 0.59% Copper and 0.50 g/t Gold (1.00% CuEq) and82 meters (from 600 meters to 682 meters) averaging 0.95% Copper and 0.79 g/t Gold (1.58% CuEq).Drill Hole H080:From 318 meters to 372 meters: 54 meters averaging 0.30% Copper and 0.21 g/t Gold (0.50% CuEq), including:22 meters (from 350 meters to 372 meters) averaging 0.54% Copper and 0.38 g/t Gold (0.91% CuEq).Table 1: Summary of Significant Drill InterceptsDDHFrom(m)To(m)Length(m)CuEq (%) Excl. Sc2O3Cu (%)Au(g/t)Ag(g/t)Co(g/t)Sc(g/t)H078 12.0684.0672.00.500.290.220.508528.7Incl.92.0501.0409.00.650.390.280.6610426.2Incl.134.0354.0220.01.000.600.441.0513025.6Incl.247.0354.0107.01.421.000.461.6114124.1H079 7.0732.0725.00.440.230.220.357329.0Incl.150.0722.0572.00.500.280.250.346828.8Incl.510.0723.0213.01.000.590.500.697031.2Incl.600.0722.0122.01.340.790.691.037330.6Incl.600.0682.082.01.580.950.791.257731.4H080 114.0444.0330.00.280.150.120.168228.3Incl.225.0279.054.00.500.300.210.219822.3Incl.225.0247.022.00.910.540.380.3516926.1Incl.232.0247.015.01.190.720.520.4517124.1 Please note: the intervals presented in this table are not true widthsCentral Lisle Zone Drill Results Discussion:The exceptional grades and intercepts reported from holes H078 and H079 confirm the high-grade nature of the mineralization within the Central Lisle Zone and suggest proximity to the core of the porphyry system, possibly representing the feeder zone. The intercepts display consistent copper, gold and strong cobalt values, as well as consistent scandium mineralization, reinforcing the Hat Deposit's potential as a significant resource of strategic metals.Figure 1: Section view of Central Lisle Zone based on 2024 Resource Block Model of the MRE with drill holes H078 and H079. [see note (b)]To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/242256_1c3c41839422c817_001full.jpgPresident and CEO, Farshad Shirvani, commented:"These are the most significant drill results we have ever reported from the Hat Project that is attracting attention from major players in the metals industry. The substantial copper and gold grades over considerable lengths indicate that we may be intersecting the core of the porphyry system. These results not only underscore the robust nature of the Hat Deposit but also enhance its potential to become a world-class polymetallic resource. We are excited about the conclusions of these findings and look forward to advancing the project with further drilling and exploration activities."2- East Lisle New Horizon:The East Lisle Zone has revealed a promising new zone of mineralization beyond the conceptual pit shell proposed in MRE V1 [note (b)] and at depth, which is expected to be extended in the upcoming MRE V2 with new conceptual pit walls. All drill holes in this setting intersected strong copper and gold mineralization.Table 2: Summary of Significant Drill Intercepts from East Lisle ZoneDDHFrom(m)To(m)Length(m)CuEq (%) Excl. Sc2O3Cu (%)Au(g/t)Ag(g/t)Co(g/t)Sc(g/t)H081 39.0354.0315.00.320.150.180.256127.3Incl.108.0327.0219.00.400.200.220.297028.0Incl.108.0229.0121.00.500.230.320.407026.0Incl.108.0142.234.21.130.500.811.085224.3Incl.133.8144.010.23.051.521.993.289022.2H082 69.0483.0414.00.330.220.110.396228.2Incl.152.7477.0324.40.370.260.100.446728.1Incl.258.0476.0218.00.500.370.130.617528.5Incl.288.6454.0165.40.600.440.150.768227.7Incl.347.9463.0115.10.620.500.110.927827.0Incl.385.0424.039.00.920.750.151.4010326.7H083 115.9327.0211.10.380.200.200.266426.3Incl.201.0303.6102.60.590.330.310.337928.7Incl.204.0263.059.00.850.500.410.5010229.3Incl.229.0263.034.01.290.750.630.7413724.3Incl.229.0249.020.01.761.030.871.0316024.6H085 42.0454.4412.40.200.110.090.195129.8Incl.307.0464.0157.00.330.210.120.296231.1Incl.386.0459.073.00.380.250.130.386533.3Incl.441.4459.017.70.700.450.280.638727.1Incl.441.4453.412.00.860.530.370.7810026.8Note: Dill Hole H084 was abandoned. Please note: the intervals presented in this table are not true widthsEast Lisle Zone Drill Results Discussion:The results from the East Lisle Zone indicate a significant new zone of mineralization, suggesting potential extensions of the Hat Deposit to the east. The drill intercepts show consistent grades over substantial lengths, underscoring the prospectivity of this area and supporting further exploration.Figure 2: Section view of Central Lisle Zone based on 2024 Resource Block Model of the MRE with drill holes H081, H082, H083, and H085. [see note (b)]To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/242256_1c3c41839422c817_002full.jpg3- Far Northwest Lisle Zone:The Far Northwest Lisle Zone has produced encouraging results, revealing multiple intervals of copper, gold, and associated metals. These results suggest significant potential for mineralization in this area, further extending the scope of the Hat Polymetallic Deposit.Table 3: Summary of Significant Drill Intercepts of the Far Northwest Lisle ZoneDDHFrom(m)To(m)Length(m)CuEq (%) Excl. Sc2O3Cu (%)Au(g/t)Ag(g/t)Co(g/t)Sc(g/t)H086 78.0151.073.00.340.200.150.356030.4Incl.96.8150.053.20.420.250.190.425430.5Incl.104.0145.841.80.500.300.230.495631.3H087 140.3156.015.80.310.240.031.286526.1Incl.141.8156.014.20.340.270.031.417027.8H088 82.0124.042.00.340.200.101.1811330.2Incl.96.0124.028.00.430.270.111.6313131.9Incl.246.0318.072.00.320.200.100.947629.9Incl.273.0289.016.00.750.500.202.4516726.2H089 117.0204.087.00.180.100.060.585333.7Incl.316.0324.08.00.350.200.110.7712918.8 Please note: the intervals presented in this table are not true widthsNotes: (a) Copper Equivalent (CuEq) currently does not include the ScandiumMetal equivalents should not be relied upon for future evaluations. - Drill hole intercepts included in this news release are core lengths that may or may not be true widths of mineralization. It is not possible to determine true widths. - Parameters used to calculate Copper Equivalent: Au price (US$/oz): 1900; Ag price (US$/oz): 24; Cu price (US$/lb): 4; Co price (US$/lb): 22. Au recovery: 89.0%; Ag recovery: 68.0%; Cu recovery: 84.0%; Co recovery: 78.0%. Copper Equivalent Calculation CuEq in % = ([Ag grade in ppm] *24*0.68/31.1035 + [Au grade in ppm] *1900*.89/31.1035 + 0.0001* [Co grade in ppm] *22*0.78*22.0462 + 0.0001* [Cu grade in ppm] *4*0.84*22.0462)/(4*22.0462*0.84). (b) For further details, please refer to the Company's July 25, 2024 news release of the MRE. (c) Drill holes are projected onto the sections of this news release. Table 4. Details of Location and direction of drill holes discussed in this release:DDH IDUTM-East (m)UTM-North (m)Elevation (m)Max-Depth (m)Azimuth (°)Dip (°)H078347,8656,453,951956.570812075H079347,8656,453,951956.573212058H080347,8656,453,951956.56247056H081348,3486,454,1861,008537088H082348,3486,454,1861,00855827065H083348,3486,454,1861,00855231559H084348,3486,454,1861,008289063H085348,3486,454,1861,00854326063H086347,5186,454,43097647134571H087347,5186,454,430976465087H088347,7036,454,7491,02539018062H089347,7036,454,7491,025351062 Figure 3: Drill PlanTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/242256_1c3c41839422c817_003full.jpgQuality Assurance and Quality Control:Hat Project drill cores are processed at Doubleview's camp where they are photographed, measured and logged by our technical staff and then divided using a diamond bladed saw. One half is placed in a stout bag to form the assay sample that is forwarded securely to the independent analytical lab. The remaining half core is stored on site where it is available for further examination and sampling. The assay cores are subject to a Chain of Custody routine as they are shipped from camp to a bonded carrier for delivery to the lab.Core samples are analysed at the North Vancouver facility of ALS Canada Ltd. using their PREP-31, PGM-ICP24, ME-MS61, and ME-ICP06 packages. Each core sample is dried, then crushed to 70% passing a 2mm screen. All material is processed in an automatic Riffle splitter to yield a 250g homogenized, representative sample. This sub-sample is then pulverized to 85% passing a 75-micron screen. All samples are analyzed for Au, Pt, Pd by 50g fire-assay fusion/ICP-ES finish, using PGM-ICP24 package. A separate 0.25g pulp split is analyzed by Four Acid digestion/ICP-MS finish, reporting 48 elements. Over limit elements are analyzed by Ore Grade Four Acid digestion/ICP-ES finish using ME-OG62 assay package. All of Doubleview's core samples are analyzed or assayed at independent ISO 17025 and ISO 9001- certified laboratories.When initial assays are received and accepted by our staff, a certain fraction of the samples will be sent to a second ISO-certified lab for check assay and verification purposes. Assays will be reported in News Releases.Doubleview maintains a website at www.doubleview.ca.Qualified Persons:Erik Ostensoe, P. Geo., a consulting geologist, and Doubleview's Qualified Person with respect to the Hat Project as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed, and approved the technical contents of this news release. He is not independent of Doubleview as he is a shareholder in the company.About Doubleview Gold CorpA mineral resource exploration and development company is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (WKN: LA1W038) and (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview focuses on identifying, acquiring, and financing precious and base metal exploration projects across North America, with a strong emphasis on British Columbia. The company enhances shareholder value through the acquisition and exploration of high-quality gold, copper, cobalt, scandium, and silver projects-collectively critical minerals-utilizing cutting-edge exploration techniques.Doubleview's success is deeply rooted in the unwavering support of its long-term shareholders, supporters, and institutional investors. Their ongoing commitment has been instrumental in advancing the company's strategic initiatives. Doubleview looks forward to further collaborative growth and development, and continues to welcome active participation from its valued stakeholders as the company expands its portfolio and strengthens its position in the critical minerals sector.About the Hat Polymetallic DepositThe Hat Deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia, is a polymetallic porphyry project with major resources of copper, gold, cobalt, and the potential for scandium. As one of the region's significant sources of critical minerals, the Hat deposit has undergone targeted exploration and development. The 0.2% CuEq cut-off resource estimate, as of the recently completed Mineral Resource Estimate and the Company's July 25, 2024, news release, is summarized below:Open Pit Model HatResource Category Average GradeMetal ContentTonnageCuEqCuCoAuAgCuEqCuCoAuAgMt%%%g/tg/tmillion lbmillion lbmillion lbthousand ozthousand ozIn PitIndicated1500.4080.2210.0080.190.421,353733289292,045Inferred4770.3440.1850.0090.150.493,6191,945912,3287,575 Scandium potential for the Hat Deposit is estimated to be 300 to 500 million tonnes at an average grade of 40 ppm (0.004%) Sc2O3.For further details of the MRE, please refer to the Company's July 25, 2024 news release.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive OfficerFor further information please contact:Doubleview Gold CorpVancouver, BC Farshad ShirvaniPresident & CEOT: (604) 678-9587E: corporate@doubleview.caNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information." In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/242256 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Parker Blackwood Advisers Expands to Meet Growing Demand from Investors
PERTH, W AUSTRALIA, Feb 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Parker Blackwood Advisers, a leading financial services provider, is pleased to announce a major expansion of its retail business, reinforcing its commitment to providing personalised financial solutions for individual investors across Australia. With historically low interest rates and an increased appetite for diversified investment opportunities, PBA has experienced significant growth in new client acquisitions, spanning both novice investors and experienced professionals seeking a well-balanced portfolio.Since its establishment in 2013, Parker Blackwood Advisers has built a reputation for delivering expert financial guidance tailored to each client's needs. With a robust team of 60 professionals overseeing $4.7 billion in assets under management, the firm has successfully positioned itself as a trusted partner in wealth management. As part of its growth strategy, Parker Blackwood Advisers is expanding its physical presence across key locations in Australia, ensuring greater accessibility and fostering the personalised client experience that has been central to its success.The financial landscape is evolving, with more Australians recognising the importance of strategic investing to secure their financial future. Parker Blackwood Advisers has observed a distinct rise in the number of retail investors seeking bespoke investment strategies that extend beyond traditional asset classes. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of financial services, including Australian and global equities, foreign exchange, and fixed-income solutions, enabling investors to build resilient and diversified portfolios."We believe every client is unique, and our approach to financial management reflects this philosophy," said Leigh Jamieson, Chief Executive Officer at Parker Blackwood Advisers. "Our expansion will allow us to meet the growing demand for tailored financial services. We are committed to ensuring that our clients are treated as individuals, not just numbers-a principle that has been the foundation of our success for over a decade."To further strengthen its client-centric approach, Parker Blackwood Advisers is investing in opening additional branches across Australia. This expansion is designed to enhance accessibility and offer investors the convenience of in-person consultations with PBA's team of experienced advisers. The firm understands that financial planning is deeply personal, and providing a physical presence ensures that clients receive the hands-on support they need to make informed decisions."Trust is the cornerstone of our business, and nothing builds trust better than direct engagement," added Nathan Jones, Chief Investment Officer at Parker Blackwood Advisers. "By expanding our footprint, we are reinforcing our commitment to providing exceptional service and ensuring that every client receives the attention and expertise they deserve."Parker Blackwood Advisers remains dedicated to leveraging its industry-leading expertise to help clients navigate the complexities of financial management. With an emphasis on financial education, the firm provides clients with the necessary tools and insights to make confident investment decisions. Whether individuals are just starting their investment journey or are seasoned investors seeking advanced strategies, PBA's advisers are equipped to guide them towards financial success.As Parker Blackwood Advisers embarks on this exciting phase of growth, the firm continues to set new standards in the Australian financial services industry. By expanding its reach and enhancing its personalised approach, PBA is not only strengthening its position as a market leader but also reaffirming its unwavering commitment to empowering Australian investors.About Parker Blackwood AdvisersFounded in 2013, Parker Blackwood Advisers is a premier financial services provider based in Perth, Australia. With a focus on personalised investment strategies, the firm offers a broad range of wealth management solutions, including asset allocation, investment management, and financial planning. Managing over $4.7 billion in assets, Parker Blackwood Advisers is dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals through tailored, expert guidance.Disclaimer - Parker Blackwood Advisers is a trading name of PBA Corporation Pty Ltd (ABN: 98 162 183 244), holder of AFSL 434-071. Investing carries risks, including potential loss of capital. Information provided is general and not financial advice. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.Mr. Paul Allen, Head of Marketing08 6275 0960, paul.allen@pb-investment.comExchange Tower,Level 17/2 The EsplanadePerth WA, 6000SOURCE: PBA Corporation Pty Ltd Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Eastern River Pty Ltd Secures Internal and Regulatory Approvals for New Offices in Switzerland
ADELAIDE, AUS, Feb 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The decision to expand into Europe aligns with Eastern River's commitment to providing world-class financial services to a broader clientele and bringing a wider range of products to its Australian clients. The firm has successfully navigated the rigorous regulatory landscape to secure the necessary approvals, ensuring that the new European branch operates at the highest standards of compliance. This expansion represents a unique opportunity to better serve the firm's growing base of international clients and partners.Statement from Tekauri Hurst, CEO of Eastern River Pty Ltd:"We are incredibly excited about this new chapter for Eastern River. Securing both internal and regulatory approval to operate in Switzerland is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. This expansion allows us to directly engage with European clients and partners, broadening our global reach while maintaining the trust and integrity that our Australian clients have come to rely on. Switzerland, with its strong financial infrastructure and regulatory environment, is the ideal location for us to grow our business in Europe," said Tekauri Hurst, CEO of Eastern River Pty Ltd.He continued, "Our commitment to compliance, transparency, and delivering exceptional financial services remains unwavering. This move signifies not only our desire to broaden our market footprint but also our dedication to providing the best possible solutions for our clients across the globe. We look forward to building lasting relationships with investors and financial institutions in Switzerland and beyond."The new office in Zurich will serve as the headquarters for Eastern River's European operations, focusing on expanding its bond brokerage services and fostering strategic partnerships with leading European financial institutions. The firm's entry into the European market comes at a time of continued growth and opportunity within the global financial landscape.Eastern River's expansion into Switzerland is expected to significantly enhance its reputation as a trusted and reliable player in the global bond market. The firm's team in Zurich will work diligently to provide European investors and existing Australian clients with tailored bond solutions, backed by Eastern River's decades of experience and industry knowledge.About Eastern River Pty LtdBased in Adelaide, Eastern River is a leading Fixed Income Specialist, offering tailored investment solutions to help clients achieve stable and risk-adjusted returns.With a focus on corporate bonds, government bonds, and sustainable investments, Eastern River provides expert insights and strategies to navigate today's evolving market.For more information on Eastern River, please visit www.easternriver.com.Contact DetailsEastern River Pty LtdMrs. Sally Peters (Public Relations Officer)Email: media@easternriver.comSOURCE: Eastern River Pty Ltd Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Sonim Unveils All-New XP Pro Thermal 5G Smartphone at Mobile World Congress
Combining 5G Connectivity, Advanced Thermal Imaging, a Slim Design, and Built-to-Endure ToughnessSan Diego, California and Barcelona, Spain--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - February 25, 2025) - Sonim Technologies (NASDAQ: SONM), a U.S.-based leader in rugged mobile solutions, today introduced the Sonim XP Pro Thermal 5G smartphone, the latest addition to its flagship XP Pro series. This professional rugged solution blends 5G connectivity, integrated thermal imaging, and exceptional durability into a sleek design that empowers professionals to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently-no matter the challenge or environment.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8971/242257_bf41a193d4ef3be6_001full.jpg"The best thermal camera is the one you have with you," said Chuck Becher, Chief Commercial Officer at Sonim Technologies. "With the XP Pro Thermal, you eliminate the need for bulky standalone devices or costly add-ons. This all-in-one solution is compact, cost-effective, and ready to go wherever the job takes you. It is designed to save time, enhance productivity, and provide users with a reliable, durable tool that performs in the toughest environments."Professional-Grade Imaging Meets 5G PerformanceThe XP Pro Thermal raises the bar with FLIR Lepton® 3.5 thermal imaging powered by the Snapdragon® 7 Gen 3 chipset. This combination enables capturing, analyzing, sharing, and live-streaming thermal data over 5G networks for real-time decision-making. Enhanced with Teledyne FLIR's MSX® technology, the thermal imaging system overlays visible-light details on heat maps for exceptional context.Built to EndureThe XP Pro Thermal combines a long-lasting 5000 mAh battery with fast-charge and wireless charging to keep professionals ready all day long. Designed to Sonim Rugged Performance Standards™ (RPS), it withstands water, dust, shocks, and extreme temperatures. The slim, ergonomic design, Gorilla® Glass Victus II®-protected 6.58" FHD+ display, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage (expandable up to 1TB1), and Android 14 make it a versatile, tough solution for everyday use.Built for Professionals in Demanding IndustriesThe XP Pro Thermal is designed to meet the needs of those working in the world's demanding roles, combining thermal imaging with durability and the ability to be easily disinfected, with use cases that include:Electrical Maintenance - Detect overheating or potential fire hazards for preventative action.HVAC and Plumbing - Pinpoint insulation gaps for increased energy efficiency, locate leaks or blockages behind walls without invasive damage.Inspection and Safety - Identify risks in low-light or hazardous environments with ease.Energy and Utilities - Detect faulty transformers, overloaded circuits, or connections; monitor pipelines for leaks which helps to improve safety and efficiency of field workers.Automotive - Quick detection of heat-related issues in engines.Construction and Home Improvement - Detecting insulation issues, air leaks, or water damage.Pest and rodent control - Identify exact location of nests and minimize invasive damage to remove them.Public safety and first responders - Provide situational awareness with a cost-effective, all-in-one tool.Agriculture - Easily monitor livestock health, detect crop stress and pests.Preloaded with the Sonim IRIS software app-which contains MyFLIR Pro-and is fully compatible with FLIR Thermal Studio, the device streamlines workflows by enabling users to analyze thermal data on-site, share findings instantly, or generate professional-grade reports.Opening Doors to InnovationSonim IRIS is a versatile software suite with an integrated SDK, enabling custom app development tailored to industries like construction, utilities, trades, and emergency services. It helps professionals streamline workflows, enhance reporting, and seamlessly integrate with existing systems to drive efficiency and performance.Key Features at a Glance**Thermal Imaging - Integrated FLIR Lepton 3.5 with MSX for enhanced visuals2.5G Connectivity - Powered by Snapdragon® 7 Gen 3 for fast sharing and live-streaming.Long-Lasting Power - Robust 5000 mAh battery with advanced charging options for all-day3 use.Ultra Durability - Military-grade certifications, IP-rated protection4, Sonim Rugged Performance standards, and Gorilla® Glass Victus II®.SonimWare software support - Comprehensive suite of professional-grade software tools for device management, application deployment, and seamless integration into enterprise workflows.Flexible Platform - SDK-enabled Sonim IRIS software for custom app development.AvailabilityThe Sonim XP Pro Thermal will launch in Europe and South Africa in Q2 2025, with availability in other regions to follow at a later date. Pre-orders will open soon.Experience it at Mobile World CongressVisit Sonim and Teledyne FLIR at Mobile World Congress, Hall 7 stand 7B6, for a firsthand look at the XP Pro Thermal. Discover how Sonim is shaping the future of rugged technology-redefining what is possible for professionals in every industry.For more information, visit www.sonimtech.com/products/phones/xp-pro-thermalTo schedule an interview, contact anette.gaven@sonimtech.comSonim is a registered trademark of Sonim Technologies, Inc.Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm patented technologies are licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated.FLIR and MSX are registered trademarks of Teledyne FLIR, LLC.Android is a trademark of Google LLC.1External storage sold separately.2The thermal imaging functionality is powered by Teledyne FLIR® OEM technology. Performance may vary based on environmental conditions and object emissivity.3Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors. 4As of the time of the publication of this press release MIL-STD-810H, IP68, and IPX9K certifications for the XP Pro Thermal are currently undergoing testing in a third-party lab and are expected to meet these standards upon completion. Final certification results may vary, and users are encouraged to verify the latest updates prior to purchase. Water and dust resistance are not permanent and may decrease with normal wear. Do not charge the device when wet.*The XP Pro Thermal is designed to operate on select carrier networks. Network compatibility and availability depend on carrier certification and local regulations. Please check with your service provider for details; Wireless connectivity, including 5G, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth performance, may vary depending on regional availability, carrier support, and network conditions.**Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Availability may vary by region.About Sonim TechnologiesSonim Technologies is a leading U.S. provider of ultra-rugged and rugged mobile solutions, including phones, wireless internet data devices, accessories and software designed to provide extra protection for users that demand more durability in their work and everyday lives. Trusted by first responders, government, and Fortune 500 customers since 1999, we currently sell our ruggedized mobility solutions through tier one wireless carriers and distributors in North America, EMEA, and Australia/New Zealand. Sonim devices and accessories connect users with voice, data, workflow and lifestyle applications that enhance the user experience while providing an extra level of protection. For more information, visit www.sonimtech.com.Forward-Looking StatementsThis release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. These statements relate to, among other things, the the timeline of new products. These forward-looking statements are based on Sonim's current expectations, estimates and projections about its business and industry, management's beliefs and certain assumptions made by Sonim, all of which are subject to change. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "achieve," "aim," "ambitions," "anticipate," "believe," "committed," "continue," "could," "designed," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "future," "goals," "grow," "guidance," "intend," "likely," "may," "milestone," "objective," "on track," "opportunity," "outlook," "pending," "plan," "poised," "position," "possible," "potential," "predict," "progress," "promises," "roadmap," "seek," "should," "strive," "targets," "to be," "upcoming," "will," "would," and variations of such words and similar expressions or the negative of those terms or expressions. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to vary materially from those expressed in or indicated by the forward-looking statements. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, the following: the availability of cash on hand; potential material delays in realizing projected timelines for Sonim's products; the current interest and potential attempt of a hostile takeover from a third party may divert the management attention from Sonim's business and may require significant expenses; Sonim's susceptibility to supply chain disruptions; a potential strain on Sonim's resources as a result of rapid customer ramp-up and significant increases in demand; Sonim's material dependence on its relationship with a small number of customers who account for a significant portion of Sonim's revenue; risks related to Sonim's ability to comply with the continued listing standards of the Nasdaq Stock Market and the potential delisting of Sonim's common stock; Sonim's ability to continue to develop solutions to address user needs effectively, including its next-generation products; Sonim's reliance on third-party contract manufacturers and partners; Sonim's ability to stay ahead of the competition; Sonim's ongoing transformation of its business; the variation of Sonim's quarterly results; the lengthy customization and certification processes for Sonim's wireless carries customers; various economic, political, environmental, social, and market events beyond Sonim's control, as well as the other risk factors described under "Risk Factors" included in Sonim's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly filings on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (available at www.sec.gov). Sonim cautions you not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Sonim assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release, except as required by law.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/242257 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
GA-ASI 利用新型空投感測器測試推進反潛追擊
聖地亞哥, 2025年2月26日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 通用原子航空系統公司 (GA-ASI) 正在不斷拓展無人機系統的作用,在 MQ-9B SeaGuardian® 上展示了首個反潛作戰 (ASW) 能力。在 2025 年 1 月 20 日至 30 日進行的一項突破性測試中,由公司運營的 MQ-9B SeaGuardian 成功部署並測試了多套預生產聲納浮標投放系統 (SDS) 艙,實現了反潛傳感器的空投部署。在已經證明了追蹤水下目標能力的基礎上,SeaGuardian 借助 GA-ASI 新設計的 SDS 艙將該能力進一步提升。這些艙部署了多枚聲納浮標,用於進行機載溫度-深度及聲學數據處理。通過採用定向頻率分析與記錄 (DIFAR)、定向命令激活聲納系統 (DICASS) 以及測溫聲納浮標,SeaGuardian 能夠有效地檢測、追蹤和分析水下目標,同時收集關鍵的聲學情報。GA-ASI 總裁 David R. Alexander 表示:“此次演示標誌著無人系統能力的一大飛躍,也是證明無人機能夠執行端到端持續反潛作戰的重要里程碑。這次測試的成功為 MQ-9B SeaGuardian 反潛作戰能力的進一步提升鋪平了道路。我們期待與美國海軍持續合作,共同探索海下分佈式海上作戰的創新解決方案。”在開發過程中,GA-ASI 成功部署了多枚 DIFAR 和 DICASS 測試用聲納浮標,並精確地將拋射速度與應力/應變數據相關聯,從而提供了一個高保真發射模型以優化未來的部署能力。海軍航空作戰中心飛機部門 (NAWCAD) AIRWorks 在支持和監督該項目開發中發揮了關鍵作用,確保該系統滿足不斷變化的作戰需求。AIRWorks 曾與 GA-ASI 合作開展多次反潛演示,包括 2024 年 7 月舉行的太平洋邊緣演習 (RIMPAC)。鑑於眾多客戶的強烈需求,加之 MQ-9B SeaGuardian 具備高端海上能力且成本遠低於傳統有人海上平台,GA-ASI 預期其將會獲得越來越多的關注。關於 GA-ASI通用原子航空系統公司(GA-ASI)是通用原子公司的子公司,致力於設計和製造成熟可靠的遠程駕駛航空系統(RPA)、雷達及電光和相關任務系統,包括 Predator® RPA 系列和 Lynx® 多模式雷達。GA-ASI 運營超過 800 萬飛行小時,提供具備長航時和任務能力的航空平台,並集成傳感器和數據鏈系統,以實現持續態勢感知。公司還研發多種傳感器控制和圖像分析軟體,提供飛行員培訓及支持服務,並開發超材料天線。更多信息,請訪問: www.ga-asi.com 。Avenger、Gray Eagle、Lynx、Predator、Reaper、SeaGuardian 和 SkyGuardian 均為通用原子航空系統公司在美國及其他國家/地區註冊的商標。聯繫信息GA-ASI Media Relationsasi-mediarelations@ga-asi.com來源: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.
















