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"A Path to Glory - Jin Yong's Centennial Memorial" Officially Opens
HONG KONG, March 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 2024 marks the centenary of the birth of Jin Yong (Dr Louis Cha), a literary giant in Chinese literature whose works, from his first novel The Book and the Sword to The Deer and the Cauldron, have a far-reaching impact. "A Path to Glory – Jin Yong's Centennial Memorial" , supported by POTTINGER 22, officially opened today (the sixth day of the second lunar month), Jin Yong's birthday, at Edinburgh... Read More
Arcadium Lithium Responds to Provincial Court Ruling in Argentina
PHILADELPHIA and PERTH, Australia, March 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcadium Lithium plc (NYSE: ALTM, ASX: LTM, "Arcadium Lithium") today released the following statement in response to a recent court ruling by the Court of Justice in the Province of Catamarca. The ruling temporarily halts the issuance of new environmental permits and authorizations for the Los Patos River area until the provincial government completes an environmental impact... Read More
Tactical Combat Casualty Care Training Conducted in Lopburi with Prospects for Rollout Across Thailand
LOPBURI, Thailand, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, a successful TCCC All Service Members – Tier 1 training program was conducted in Lopburi, Central Thailand, organized by the Alpha Bravo Training Center. The one-day training session, sponsored by Rhino Rescue, a renowned professional first aid brand, provided a comprehensive range of products and covered theoretical foundations, hands-on practice, and practical application scenarios.... Read More
Redefining and Developing New Opportunities for Luxury Marketing: XIAOHONGSHU and VOGUE Business Host China Digital Excellence Summit in Paris
PARIS, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China's leading social media and lifestyle platform XIAOHONGSHU x VOGUE Business host the China Digital Excellence Summit and Gala Dinner during Paris Fashion Week 2024, on March 4th and 5th. The event, a nexus for aesthetic appreciation, cultural exchange, and creative inspiration, convened in Paris, uniting industry frontrunners from luxury, fashion, beauty, and cosmetics, etc. with digital marketing and... Read More
KT&G issues response letter to ISS and shareholders regarding ISS' unilateral proxy voting recommendation against the Board
SEOUL, South Korea, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KT Corporation ("KT" or the "Company") (KRX:033780) responded to Institutional Shareholder Services' ("ISS") unilateral recommendation to vote against KT Board of Directors' ("BOD" or the "Board") proposals, by issuing a letter to both ISS and its shareholders on March 15, 2024 and published the letter on its website. The following provides the company's clarification concerning ISS'... Read More
KT&G CEO and CEO nominee meet with PMI CEO to discuss the two companies' global partnership
SEOUL, South Korea, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KT Corporation's ("KT") (KRX:033780) CEO Bok-in Baek and CEO nominee Kyung-man Bang convened a meeting with Philip Morris International Inc.'s ("PMI") CEO Jacek Olczak on March 12, 2024 at the KT headquarters in Seoul, South Korea to discuss the two companies' global partnership. The meeting was attended not only by the CEOs of both companies but also by Kyung-man Bang, who was newly... Read More
Bitrue Expands Support for XRP with 8 New XRP Trading Pairs
SINGAPORE, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a move driven by user feedback, Bitrue, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, announces the introduction of several new trading pairs for XRP. Responding to User Demand Following a recent community feedback initiative, Bitrue actively sought user input on desired XRP pairings. This user-centric approach ensures the platform caters to the evolving needs of its diverse user base. As a result of this... Read More
Bitget's MD Gracy Chen Invited to Spotlight Gender Equality Initiatives at UN Women's Commission
VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, is announcing its participation in the UN Women's 68th annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68). The event is the most significant annual gathering on gender equality and women's empowerment, which is set to take place from March 11 to 22 in New York. Bitget's Managing Director, Gracy Chen, has been invited to join the... Read More
"Mellow": A Leap into the Martian Metaverse - Official Early Access Date Announced
SEOUL, South Korea, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mars, a Korean developer in the metaverse game industry, has set March 28 as the official early access date for its eagerly anticipated Mars-themed multiplayer metaverse mobile game, "Mellow". This announcement has sparked a wave of excitement across both the tech and crypto communities, culminating in a dramatic 130% increase in the value of its main token, $MRST. The significant surge in... Read More
SOPHiA GENETICS and The French Kidney Cancer Research Network (UroCCR) Publish Results from Multiyear Collaboration
BOSTON and ROLLE, Switzerland, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SOPHiA GENETICS (Nasdaq: SOPH), a cloud-native software company and a leader in data-driven medicine, and the French Kidney Cancer Research Network (UroCCR) collaborated on a study using a multimodal algorithm to help predict post-operative outcomes for those facing renal cell carcinoma (RCC), with the results recently published in npj Precision Oncology. The findings of the study... Read More
ASIAWATER 2024 AIMS TO UNLOCK CLIMATE RESILIENT WATER INNOVATIONS
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The highly anticipated 13th edition of ASIAWATER 2024 Expo Forum gears up to captivate audiences at its exclusive Industry Connect Media Preview which was held today at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). With over 96% space booked, the region's water and wastewater platform for... Read More
Grand Opening of ELIS: Daekyo's Premier International Kindergarten Arrives in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Daekyo, Korea's leading education group, proudly announces the opening of ELIS (Eye Level Integrated School), an innovative international kindergarten set to revolutionize early childhood education in Vietnam. Opening its doors in April, ELIS promises a transformative learning experience blending Korean expertise with global perspectives. Fascinating Facilities: ELIS boasts a... Read More
IAB HK Spring Dinner & Digital Awards Gala 2023: Celebrate digital brilliance with 350 marketers
HONG KONG, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As one of the most active advertising and digital marketing associations in Hong Kong, IAB Hong Kong (IAB HK) successfully held its Spring Dinner Digital Awards Gala 2023 (The Gala) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 13 Mar 2024. This event brought together 350 local digital marketing elites to network, celebrate, and recognize outstanding achievements in the industry. Kevin Huang,... Read More
CIFF Guangzhou 2024 is All Set to Unveil the Latest Trends and Innovations in the Furniture Industry
GUANGZHOU, China, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 53rd China International Furniture Fair (CIFF Guangzhou 2024) is set to unfold in two phases, from March 18-21 and March 28-31 in Guangzhou. With a focus on unveiling the latest trends and innovations, CIFF Guangzhou 2024 aims to foster high-quality development and collaborations. Covering 850,000 square meters with over 4,000 brands, the event offers a broad spectrum of products including... Read More
Levi's® reopens Kyoto store offering elevated brand experience, including Tailor Shop and hyperlocal design elements
TOKYO, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi Strauss Co. (LS) today announced the reopening of its Levi's® store in Kyoto, Japan. Located in the heart of Teramachi Kyogoku shopping district and featuring Levi's® cutting-edge NextGen store format, the store is emblematic of the brand's commitment to bringing elevated shopping experiences to the world's most desirable locations. The refreshed store now spans about 570 sqm across four levels,... Read More
Duravit Hosts First APAC Distributor Summit in Vietnam at its First Flagship Showroom in APAC
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Duravit, a leading manufacturer of designer bathrooms, announced that it hosted its first-ever APAC Distributor Summit in Ho Chi Minh city, Viet Nam. Hosted by Duravit Vietnam, the summit embraced the theme of "The Elite," which aligns with Vietnam's strategic focus. To emphasise collaboration and unity among Duravit distributors in the region, and to showcase Duravit's commitment to... Read More
Mastering P2P Trading Safety: Bybit Releases Guidance to Avoid Missteps
DUBAI, UAE, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, one the world's top three crypto exchanges by volume, is pioneering a robust anti-fraud education campaign aimed at empowering its users with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the P2P trading landscape safely. P2P crypto scams can exploit the direct nature of transactions between parties.... Read More
Novartis expands its biopharmaceutical manufacturing site in Singapore
SINGAPORE, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Novartis today announced it broke ground for the expansion of its biopharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Singapore. The US$256 million investment will facilitate Novartis in deploying digital and automation solutions to enhance manufacturing productivity, improve operational efficiency, and upskill the workforce. The expanded site will focus on manufacturing therapeutic antibody drugs to deliver... Read More
Doo Financial HK Limited Successfully Obtained Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (HK SFC) Type 1 Dealing in Securities License
HONG KONG, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- We are excited to announce a significant milestone for Doo Group's subsidiary, Doo Financial HK Limited (Central Entity No.: BSM562), which has successfully secured the prestigious Type 1 (Dealing in Securities) License from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (HK SFC). The HK SFC is an independent... Read More
Flash News: OKX Wallet Now Supported on Portal Bridge, Offering Unlimited Transfers across Chains for the Web3 Community
SINGAPORE, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OKX, a leading Web3 technology company, has issued updates for March 15, 2024. OKX today announced that its OKX Wallet is now integrated with Portal, a bridge that offers transfers across chains for tokens and NFTs wrapped by Wormhole, enabling the users to complete cross-chain transfer for crypto assets, via... Read More
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