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China Ancient Grand Canal Got Reinvigorated in Hangzhou

HANGZHOU, China, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a report from haiwainet.cn: The 10th China Grand Canal Temple Fair closed in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, on Nov. 5, drawing many visitors to appreciate the Canal culture. The Grand Canal (Hangzhou section), with its total length of 39km, runs through Tangqi and Gongshu Districts of Yuhang and finally merges into the Qiantang River from Sanbao ship lock. The ancient canal, which used to be the lifeblood of China's waterwa

Nov. 30, 2023

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT BANGKOK SUVARNABHUMI AIRPORT OPENS AT THAILAND'S INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY

Perfectly positioned less than 10 minutes from Bangkok's main international airport, this 468-key hotel becomes the largest Courtyard in Thailand and features a design inspired by Bangkok's canal-side communities BANGKOK, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport has celebrated its opening, introducing an exciting new era of contemporary, locally-inspired hospitality to Thailand's main international gateway. Perfectly positioned less than 10 minutes from

Nov. 30, 2023

ASEAN Food & Agriculture 'Road to COP28' Series Brings Regional/National Stakeholders together for Climate Action Talks

Thailand & Vietnam Sessions Yield Call for Strengthened Climate Change Adaptation Support at COP28 for Regional Smallholder Farmer 'Food Heroes' SINGAPORE, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With the expected kickoff of COP28 later today in Dubai, results from the just-concluded ASEAN Food & Agriculture 'Road to COP28' Series were released. This workshop series organized by Canada-ASEAN Business Council, EU-ASEAN Business Council, US-ASEAN Business Council and CropLife Asia was comprised o

Nov. 30, 2023

ADA Partners with Databricks to Drive Business Value with Unified Data Analytics

Services ADA will build on Databricks Data Intelligence Platform will address the critical challenge of enhancing organizational agility and competitiveness by seamlessly integrating scalable Data and AI capabilities, alongside tailored accelerators such as Ecommerce Data Models, Dynamic Pricing, building a Data Market place utilising ADA's XACT data as well as composable Customer Data Platform (CDP) and Marketing Analytics use cases. SINGAPORE, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ADA, Asia's larg

Nov. 30, 2023

Trina Solar to offer modules and trackers for 90MW PV power plants in Brazil

SAO PAULO, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Trina Solar (SHA: 688599) has secured a supply agreement with the Brazilian EPC contractor Fiber X to offer solar modules and trackers to the CEMIG SIM project, composed of several distributed generation solar power plants, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The project has total capacity of 90MW. Under the agreement Trina Solar will supply high-performance Vertex DEG21-660W modules and Vanguard 1P solar trackers. Trina Solar is one of

Nov. 30, 2023

Philips Future Health Index 2023 Report: Singapore's healthcare sector at the forefront of digital technology adoption to tackle staff shortages and improve efficiency

75% of healthcare leaders (vs 56% globally) in Singapore are already using, or planning to use, digital health technology to reduce the impact of healthcare workforce shortages. A hospital/facility being at the forefront of AI is an important consideration by younger healthcare professionals when choosing where to work. Investments in AI and virtual care are powering new care delivery models to enhance efficiencies across healthcare, benefitting patients, healthcare staff and the enviro

Nov. 30, 2023

The inaugural Golden Panda Awards concluded successfully! See you again in 2025!

CHENGDU, China, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 19th to 20th, a gathering of heavyweight guests took place in Chengdu, featuring a series of exciting events with a rigorous and professional award evaluation. The inaugural Golden Panda Awards, successfully held in Chengdu, presented to the world a grand international communication event with both global standards and distinctive Chinese characteristics, enriched with the charm of Sichuan. From Chengdu, the Golden Panda extends its

Nov. 30, 2023

Dr. Henry Kissinger Dies at Age 100

NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Henry Kissinger, a respected American scholar and statesman, died today at his home in Connecticut. Henry Kissinger was born in southern Germany in 1923, where his father was a teacher. His family fled Nazi Germany and came to America in 1938. After he became an American citizen in 1943, Dr. Kissinger served in the 84th Army Division from 1943 to 1946. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his "meritorious service." Dr. Kissinger subsequently

Nov. 30, 2023

Visa study: 97% of Asia Pacific travellers opt to go cashless when travelling

Only 31 percent of travellers brought cash to their destinations in 2023, down from 79 percent in 2020. Travellers are also spending more, with an average of $2,525 per trip – a significant jump from $1,708 in 2020 SINGAPORE, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Asia Pacific travellers prefer using credit, debit and prepaid cards as payment method when travelling, according to the latest findings from Visa's latest Global Travel Intentions (GTI) study, underlining consumers' growing reliance

Nov. 30, 2023

Nexteer Expands Global Footprint to Further Capitalize on APAC Growth

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. and SUZHOU, China, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nexteer Automotive today announced it will further capitalize on APAC growth by increasing manufacturing and testing capacity through a strategic footprint expansion into Changshu within China's Jiangsu Province nearby the company's existing facilities in Suzhou. To meet growing demand from both global and domestic OEM customers in APAC, Nexteer's approximately 21.4-acre site in Changshu will produce Electri

Nov. 30, 2023

Xinhua Silk Road: E. China's Tengzhou to create new cultural landmarks with its museum complex

BEIJING, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- An promotion event hosted by the People's Government of Shandong Province was recently held in Beijing. During the event, the profound historical culture of Tengzhou City, east China's Shandong Province became a focus. Tengzhou is the hometown of many eminent people in Chinese history such as Mozi and Lu Ban, leaving behind a large number of brilliant cultural relics and historic sites. Tengzhou's Longquan Square lies a cultural architectural complex in

Nov. 30, 2023

Bespin Global, Named 2023 AWS Partner Awards 'MSP Partner of the Year- Global'

Bespin Global, recognized as 'MSP Partner of the Year– Global' winner, one of many AWS Partners around the globe that help customers drive innovation 'MSP Partner of the Year– Global', given to the top AWS MSP partner during the year LAS VEGAS, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bespin Global (https://www.bespinglobal.com/), a company specializing in multi-cloud operations management globally, announced on the 29th that it is a recipient of a 2023 Geo and Global AWS Partner Awards, MSP[1] P

Nov. 30, 2023

SI Group Inspires Future Scientists through Event with Sheldon ISD

Students learned about solving problems through chemistry at company's Global Innovation Center THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SI Group, a leading global developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates, welcomed approximately 30 students enrolled in the STEM program at Sheldon Independent School District in Houston, Texas to the company's Global Innovation Center. The event was held to give student

Nov. 30, 2023

Unither Pharmaceuticals celebrates 30 years of innovation and expertise

PARIS, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Unither Pharmaceuticals, a leading CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization), celebrates 30 years in business. In 1993, Unither Pharmaceuticals began operations by acquiring a 17-man pharmaceutical plant that produced 3 pharmaceutical forms. Today, the company is a world leader in the manufacture of sterile unit doses, with a production capacity of 5 billion doses and a presence on four continents. This growth is also reflected in rising sa

Nov. 30, 2023

Globe Group moves to replicate fintech success, solving PH biggest problems with digital technology

MANILA, Philippines, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Globe Group, the Philippines' leading digital solutions platform, is out to repeat the success of its fintech arm GCash, currently the No. 1 finance super app in the country and the only double unicorn. Ernest Cu, Globe Group President and CEO, speaks about raising unicorns in a panel discussion at the Singapore Fintech Festival, November 15, 2023. Beside him is Martha Sazon, President and CEO of Globe affiliate GCash, the country’

Nov. 30, 2023

'WE ARE NOW AT THE DAWN OF A NEW AGE FOR INTELLIGENCE,' SAYS GLOBAL AI EXPERT AT QATAR FOUNDATION'S 2023 WISE SUMMIT

The summit showcased diverse perspectives of key thought leaders, innovators, and young changemakers on AI in education DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The world is at a tipping point for human evolution because machines are about to profoundly change the way we live, the way we work, and even experience what it means to be human, said Nina Schick, one of the first Generative AI experts and Founder of Tamang Ventures Limited, at WISE 11, the 11th edition of Qatar Foundation's

Nov. 30, 2023

Planning a trip to South Korea? TRAVUT is the digital travel platform for you.

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TRAVUT, a digital travel platform that eliminates language, transportation, and booking inconveniences for international travelers to Korea, has opened its digital service 2.0 based on its smart TSI (Travel Service Inventory). Since 2022, TRAVUT has been delivering travel services to foreigners visiting Korea. Leveraging the feedback gathered over the past year, they have now developed the innovative TSI 2.0. This platform revolutionizes trav

Nov. 30, 2023

Ping An Awarded A in MSCI ESG Ratings for Two Consecutive Years

Continued to rank 1st in Multi-Line Insurance & Brokerage Industry in APAC HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (hereafter "Ping An", the "Company" or the "Group", HKEX: 2318 / 82318; SSE: 601318) announced that it has been rated A in the Morgan Stanley Capital Investment's (MSCI) latest ESG Ratings, this is the second consecutive year for Ping An to be awarded an A rating, and

Nov. 30, 2023

Organizations across the globe united in further accelerating reductions in the harmful use of alcohol

LONDON, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Alliance for Responsible Drinking (IARD), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to reducing harmful drinking and promoting understanding of responsible drinking, has today announced that more than 80 of the world's biggest companies have formed the Global Standards Coalition to tackle and reduce harmful drinking. IARD Global Standards Coalition Statement 1 This unprecedented collaboration, which will be led by IARD members

Nov. 30, 2023

Organizations across the globe united in further accelerating reductions in the harmful use of alcohol

Twinny and Hankook Engineering Works Join Hands to Expand Autonomous Robot Development Business

DAEJEON, South Korea, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the 13th of last month, Twinny (CEO Cheon Hong-seok and Cheon Young-seok) announced that it has entered into a strategic business agreement with Hankook Engineering Works (CEO Moon Dong-hwan) to advance the development of autonomous robots. The agreement was made at the headquarters in Daejeon. Twinny Co-CEOs Cheon Hong-seok and Cheon Young-seok, along with Hankook Engineering Works CEO Moon Dong-hwan, commemorate the signing of a

Nov. 30, 2023