Taiwu Gallery Introduces Singapore’s First Hands-On Chinese Lacquer Workshop
This promotional piece highlights Chinese Lacquer Art (Da Qi) — an ancient intangible cultural heritage with over 7,000 years of history. Derived from the natural sap of lacquer trees, it has long been known as the “King of Coatings.” More than just a material, Da Qi embodies a philosophy of harmony between nature, craftsmanship, and […]
Lost in translation: 6 in 7 South Korean students misinterpret beach safety signs
With the weather warming up, drowning incidents are expected to rise as people flock to beaches and waterways. Over a third of all drowning victims in Australia are born overseas, and South Koreans – Australia’s fifth largest group of international visitors – are disproportionately represented in these statistics. A new study from Monash University, in collaboration with Life Saving […]
Questions Grow over Stampa’s Ties to Sulu Claimants’ Lawyers in Spain
Paul Cohen, a London-based lawyer known for representing the Sulu claimants in their high-profile arbitration case against Malaysia, was seen attending the trial of Spanish arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa. Manila, Philippine – London-based lawyer Paul Cohen, counsel for the Sulu claimants in their $14.9 billion arbitration against Malaysia, was recently seen attending the Madrid trial of Spanish […]
Villar River Rehabilitation Wins Global Environmental Honors
For over a decade, the Villar’s key environmental initiatives, particularly the Sagip Ilog (Las Piñas–Zapote River Rehabilitation) and the Riverdrive Projects, have been recognized as pioneering models of community-led river rehabilitation, flood control, and waste management. These programs have received numerous national and international awards. These recognitions stand as proof of the project’s positive environmental, […]
Marex Boats and Derani Yachts Join Forces to Expand in Asia
Marex Boats has appointed Derani Yachts as its official dealer in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia, expanding the Norwegian brand’s presence into Southeast Asia. This partnership leverages Derani Yachts’ strong regional network to introduce Marex’s award-winning range of luxury family boats to one of the world’s most dynamic boating markets. Marex Boats is pleased to […]
ASUENE and Universiti Teknologi MARA Sign MoU to Drive Sustainability Talent Development in Southeast Asia
ASUENE Inc. has announced that its overseas subsidiary, ASUENE APAC Pte. Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), a leading national public university in Malaysia. The partnership aims to co-develop a university-level sustainability education program to cultivate the next generation of sustainability professionals. The MoU marks a significant step […]
RYSfly Launches Premium eSIM for Japan in Australia, Partnering with KDDI’s High-Speed au Network
RYSfly, a leading provider of digital travel solutions, has announced the launch of its Premium Japan eSIM service specifically designed for Australian travelers. The service, launched today in a strategic partnership with KDDI (using the high-speed au network), aims to provide a seamless, cost-effective, and high-speed mobile data experience from the moment travelers arrive in […]
Villar Foundation’s River Rehabilitation Wins Global Environmental Honors
Las Piñas-For over a decade, the Villar Foundation’s key environmental initiatives, particularly the Sagip Ilog (Las Piñas–Zapote River Rehabilitation) and the Riverdrive Projects, have been recognized as pioneering models of community-led river rehabilitation, flood control, and waste management. These programs have received numerous national and international awards. These recognitions stand as proof of the project’s […]
Poor affordability to pressure global fertiliser demand in 2026 – Rabobank outlook
Global fertiliser markets are entering a new phase of contraction, as rising prices begin to weigh on demand, agribusiness specialist Rabobank says in new research. In its recently-released Semi-annual Fertiliser Outlook, the bank’s RaboResearch division says affordability of agricultural fertiliser globally – as reflected in Rabo’s Fertiliser Affordability Index – is clearly beginning to decline. […]
Governments of Malaysia and Côte d’Ivoire join Brazil in advancing regenerative agriculture and agroforestry
From the cocoa landscapes of Côte d’Ivoire to the palm oil fields of Malaysia and the forest mosaics of Brazil, countries across the tropics are seeking ways to restore degraded land, enhance farmer resilience, and develop more regenerative food systems. Over the past few months, delegations from Côte d’Ivoire and Malaysia travelled to Pará, Brazil, in […]
