Month: May 2026

Five-star resort and MICHELIN One Key destination emerges from a series of enhancements, featuring a stunning seafront pool, private pools in every villa, reimagined restaurants and bars, an expanded spa, and more — inviting guests to immerse in luxury, serenity, and a renewed island experience.

PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2026 – The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket, the five-star sanctuary nestled on a secluded island in the Andaman Sea, has unveiled a series of transformative enhancements that promise to elevate the guest experience. With a renewed focus on luxury, relaxation, and rejuvenation, these upgrades will allow guests to fully immerse in the island’s natural beauty while enjoying unparalleled comfort and world-class service.

The signature Beachside Infinity Pool now unveiled after a transformational renovation. Set against the mesmerizing backdrop of the turquoise sea, this stunning pool has become the resort’s centerpiece —a true icon of luxury and leisure. Guests can bask in the mirror-like waters, which reflect the ever-changing rhythms of the day, from the golden hues of sunrise to the vibrant oranges and reds of sunset. The pool’s shape, inspired by Naka Yai Island and the resort’s logo, invites guests to both swim and soak in the tranquil beachside atmosphere. A chic new deck with cozy cabanas provides the perfect spot to relax in comfort and style.

For those seeking more privacy, the resort’s newly-upgraded Villas offer an elevated experience. Set amid lush gardens or perched on the shores of the Andaman, these private sanctuaries have been enhanced with contemporary interiors, bespoke furnishings, and thoughtful touches that capture the essence of the island. Whether enjoying a serene morning dip or a tranquil evening swim, every moment in these villas is designed to make a lasting impression. The fully air-conditioned, spa-inspired bathrooms have also been reimagined to exude even more indulgence and luxury.

For moments of pure tranquility, Spa Naka by HARNN has been enhanced and expanded with two additional treatment rooms (increasing from six to eight). Wellness seekers can step into a lush, natural oasis with replenished tropical gardens, pathways, and relaxation areas to create a more soothing ambiance, harmoniously connected with the environment and the rhythm of the ocean.

In addition, the resort’s Multi-Purpose Sala has been thoughtfully refreshed to provide enhanced comfort and versatility for guests and groups. Now featuring air-conditioning and a state-of-the-art LED screen, the venue offers an elevated indoor setting for meetings, private activities, workshops, and special occasions. This adaptable space creates a seamless backdrop for intimate gatherings, curated events, and meaningful celebrations, all within the tranquil serenity of the island.

The Naka Island, Phuket, is also set to delight guests with a reimagined culinary experience at its three refreshed restaurants and a chic sunset bar. At Aiyara, the resort’s signature dining destination, guests can savor authentic Thai cuisine. The restaurant’s revitalized design, inspired by the Thai elephant, evokes the spirit of the kingdom’s rich cultural heritage. Here, talented chefs curate dishes using the freshest ingredients from Phuket’s farms and fishing villages, telling a story of Thailand’s coastal traditions with every bite.

At Veranda, the all-day restaurant with sweeping ocean views, guests can indulge in a refined international menu. Influenced by the natural beauty of coral reefs, the design incorporates reclaimed driftwood, rattan, and pottery to celebrate the connection between sea and earth. Whether dining indoors or on the idyllic outdoor terrace, Veranda offers an elegant atmosphere for every occasion., Rum Chapel highlights the flavors of the Mediterranean with a focus on fresh, local seafood and premium imported ingredients like olive oil, burrata, and Italian wines, Rum Chapel’s culinary offerings are both cosmopolitan and comforting.

For the perfect end to the day, guests can unwind at Zbar, the newly reimagined social venue perched on the tip of the island. With its extended open-air terrace overlooking Phang Nga Bay, Zbar offers an exceptional space for relaxation and socializing. As the sun sets, the “Sunset Ceremony” invites guests to light a candle and make a wish, marking a special connection with the island’s coastal heritage. After dark, the venue transforms into an intimate setting for light, Japanese-inspired plates and cocktails.

As the only resort on Naka Yai Island, a glittering gem in the Andaman Sea, The Naka Island, Phuket offers an unparalleled blend of serenity and adventure. With 90 stylish rooms, suites, and pool villas, world-class wellness offerings, dining excellence, curated activities, and island-hopping excursions, this secluded oasis is the ultimate destination for all types of island vacations—from solo retreats and family getaways to romantic escapes, destination weddings, and dreamy honeymoons.

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Code4Mzansi highlights the growing strength of South Africa’s developer ecosystem and the role of youth-led innovation in shaping the country’s digital future

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 May 2026 – South Africa’s emerging developers are building close to the ground, with many of the strongest solutions at the inaugural Huawei Code4Mzansi finals focused on systems people use every day: township retail, healthcare, energy, agriculture, payments and the creative economy.

The competition was held in partnership with the Department of Small Business Development. “The Code4Mzansi competition is not just a celebration of achievement, it is a launchpad for the future,” said Minister Stella Ndabeni, whose department co-hosted the event and delivered the closing address.

The finals revealed a clear shift from building abstract digital products to practical tools that help small businesses trade better, communities access services more easily, and local industries solve problems faster.

Four finalist teams focused directly on the township economy, with solutions covering food safety verification for spaza shops, offline point-of-sale systems built for load-shedding, WhatsApp-native marketplaces for informal retailers, and community credit systems for SASSA grant recipients.

Others addressed AI-driven healthcare access, electricity theft detection, smart agriculture, financial infrastructure for the creator economy, and AI-generated African music.

Held at Huawei Office Park in Woodmead, the finals brought together more than 100 attendees, including government representatives, academic partners, industry leaders and media.

“The quality of the finalist solutions demonstrated the potential of local innovation to respond to real market needs,” said Steven Chen, Cloud CEO of Huawei Technologies South Africa.

Academic partners included the University of Pretoria, the University of Johannesburg, the University of the Witwatersrand and the University of Cape Town.

“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and technology is their greatest accelerator. The participants here today are future entrepreneurs who will drive South Africa’s digital economy forward,” said Professor Thokozani Shongwe, Vice Dean of Postgraduate Studies, Research and Internationalisation at the University of Johannesburg’s Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment.

Industry partner rain also attended. Leon Nortje, Principal and Senior Architect at rain, said the competition offered a strong view of the country’s emerging technology pipeline.

“It is always good to see new projects and new teams working on solutions that are valuable and industry-related. We will be looking out for potential new employees,” said Nortje.

The winners

The finalists competed for a prize pool of R800,000. MAAT by SIMVAK was named the overall grand winner and received the Business Value Award, taking home R300,000. The platform addresses food safety and regulatory compliance in South Africa’s informal retail sector through AI agents, real-time product recall alerts, and counterfeit detection for the spaza shop ecosystem.

“The spaza network is the supply chain for most South African households,” said SIMVAK founder Shingirayi Mandebvu.

HealthHive by FTCK received second prize in the Business Value Award category, taking home R200,000, for its AI telemedicine platform that matches patients with the right medical practitioners based on their symptoms.

Auraa received the Grand Innovation Award for its AI music engine built to generate authentic African sound. The platform has been associated with an album that has crossed one million streams.

The Future Star Award went to e-Khadi, a community credit and stokvel platform giving SASSA grant recipients access to essentials at their local spaza shops, supported by AI-assisted credit scoring and fraud detection.

The People’s Choice Award, voted by the public on Huawei’s social media channels, went to DevRift, a semi-finalist in the competition, who took home R100,000.

Minister Ndabeni delivered the closing address, positioning Code4Mzansi within the government’s agenda for youth entrepreneurship, small business development and digital inclusion.

“Our task is to ensure that innovation does not remain a moment of applause, but becomes a pathway to enterprise creation, digital inclusion, and sustainable growth,” she said.

“Thank you to Huawei for being a perfect partner on the journey that we are travelling, and of course, those that matter most, the developers who dared to compete,” she said.

Code4Mzansi forms part of the global Huawei Cloud Developer Competition. In its inaugural edition, South Africa attracted more participants than any other country: 1,041 across 353 teams, including 176 enterprise teams, resulting in the highest enterprise participation rate among all competing markets. Twenty semi-finalists were selected before the top nine advanced to the final.

For the finalists, the work is just beginning. As Minister Ndabeni said, “Go home today proud. But tomorrow, wake up, build again.”

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Congratulating Dr Lai on her achievement, John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), said that the HKSAR can “transform from a ‘supporter’ of the country’s great aerospace endeavours into an ‘executor’ “.

“This not only demonstrates the HKSAR’s capability in contributing to the country’s development into an aerospace power, but also showcases how Hong Kong could better integrate into and serve the overall national development,” Mr Lee said.

“This mission is of great significance, as it is not only the first manned spaceflight mission during the 15th Five-Year Plan period, but also the first time for a payload expert from the HKSAR to participate in it.”

The Shenzhou-23 crew will conduct on-orbit rotation with the Shenzhou-21 crew. The crew, including Dr Lai, will stay in the space station and conduct multiple experiments and applications in various fields such as scientific applications.

The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, Professor Sun Dong, led a delegation to the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center to witness this historic moment. Members of the delegation included other government representatives, I&T experts, youths and students.

“I truly believe this is a great demonstration of Hong Kong integrating into and serving the overall national development through concrete actions, while contributing our strength in I&T,” Professor Sun said.

” ‘Science and technology is primary productive force, talent is primary resource, and innovation is primary driver of growth.’ The HKSAR Government will continue to drive the development of I&T, accelerate the establishment of an international I&T centre, and make greater contributions to building our nation into a strong power in science, technology, and aerospace.”

Commissioner for Innovation and Technology of the HKSAR Government, Mr Ivan Lee, said that the Government had been providing funding support for universities and research institutions in conducting aerospace technology-related projects through the Innovation and Technology Fund.

“In 2024, we launched a special call for funding applications, inviting universities to submit project proposals related to aerospace technology. Following a selection process, we supported six projects. Among them was the Multi‑Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory (MUSICO) developed by a team from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology,” he said.

On the Tiangong Space Station, Dr Lai will conduct experiments including operating the MUSICO — the world’s first lightweight, high-resolution synergistic observatory for carbon dioxide and methane emission point sources.

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Dr Lai is a Superintendent of the Hong Kong Police Force. In the recruitment exercise of China’s fourth batch of preparatory astronauts launched in 2022, she was successfully selected as a payload expert and was deployed to the China Astronaut Research and Training Center for training.

Before embarking on the historic spaceflight, Dr Lai expressed hope that it would inspire more Hong Kong youths to devote themselves to the field of I&T, thereby contributing to the country’s scientific and technological self-reliance and strength.

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2. Submit a creative entry on why you wish to attend EXO’s Concert, and how being a Shopee VIP enhances this experience.
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Winners will be announced via Shopee App, push notification, email or social media on 10 June, ahead of EXO’s concert on 20 June at the National Hockey Stadium, Bukit Jalil.

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Shopee is the largest pan-regional e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, and is a leading platform in Brazil. Shopee promotes an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem by enabling businesses to digitalise and grow their online presence, helping more people access and benefit from digital services, and uplifting local communities.

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Mengenai Shopee

Shopee ialah platform e-dagang terkemuka di Asia Tenggara, Taiwan dan Brazil. Shopee memacu ekosistem digital yang inklusif dan mampan dengan membantu perniagaan beralih ke platform digital serta mengembangkan kehadiran dalam talian mereka, selain memperluas akses orang ramai kepada perkhidmatan digital dan memperkasa komuniti tempatan.

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Founded in Singapore over 30 years ago, EtonHouse today operates over 100 schools across eight countries, and is widely recognised for its inquiry-led approach to international education.

The partnership positions EtonHouse as a long-term education partner to Bhutan, focused on listening, learning, and co-creating a school experience that honours Bhutanese culture and strengthens capability within the region. Professional development and education conferences will support collaboration among educators across Bhutan, enabling professional exchange and high-quality practice, contributing to a strong, future-ready pedagogical landscape.

A shared vision for Bhutan’s future education landscape

EtonHouse Bhutan aligns with the Royal Government’s vision to nurture world-class talent through greater access to high-quality international education. The school is designed to develop globally competent learners rooted in Bhutan’s cultural heritage and the principles of Gross National Happiness. This partnership reflects Singapore’s enduring contribution to international education, sharing a model that harmonises academic rigour with Asian values, creativity and innovation, advancing Bhutan’s long-term educational aspirations.

The school will offer a seamless K–12 pathway for over 500 students. In the Early Years, children will experience the EtonHouse Inquire. Think. Learn curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Primary students will engage in the International Primary Curriculum alongside Singapore Mathematics and UK-aligned core subjects, progressing to the Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE and International A Level qualifications from Cambridge. Bhutanese History and Dzongkha remain integral, complemented by a multilingual language programme offering English, Dzongkha and Mandarin, alongside a strong emphasis on STEM, sustainability and holistic wellbeing.

“The Ministry of Education and Skills Development has entered into a landmark partnership with EtonHouse International Education Group to establish an international school in Bhutan, a significant milestone in the nation’s ongoing education reform, guided by His Majesty’s vision for a future-ready and globally competitive education landscape.

The initiative will provide Bhutanese students with access to internationally benchmarked learning opportunities while ensuring the deep integration of local knowledge, culture, and values into the curriculum. It seeks to create a dynamic platform for young Bhutanese to experience world-class education within the country, reducing the need to pursue such opportunities abroad and thereby strengthening Bhutan’s human capital for the future.

Beyond enhancing access to quality education, the partnership aims to strengthen national education capacity and bolster Bhutan’s attractiveness to skilled professionals and international institutions, positioning the Kingdom as an emerging hub for world-class learning,” said Mr Tshewang C. Dorji, Secretary of the Ministry of Education & Skills Development.

“Establishing Bhutan’s first international school marks a defining moment for education in the Kingdom. As a global education group, we bring internationally recognised standards and access to a worldwide learning network that connects students and educators across countries. Through the EtonHouse Global Classroom, students engage with peers across our international network, gaining global perspectives through shared learning and cultural understanding. Our ambition is to build a globally engaged school in Bhutan that expands opportunities and contributes to long-term national development.” said Mr Ng Yi-Xian, Group CEO of the EtonHouse International Education Group.

Creating Opportunities for Students and Advancing Educator Excellence

A dedicated scholarship scheme will provide full tuition sponsorship to up to ten outstanding Bhutanese students, reinforcing the school’s commitment to accessibility and national talent development.

EtonHouse will leverage its membership in the Reggio Children International Network to provide preschool educators in Bhutan with access to internationally recognised Reggio Children expertise, professional learning and regional educator exchange, strengthening teaching practice across the region.

A campus that celebrates Bhutanese identity and global perspective

“The design and curriculum of EtonHouse Bhutan pay homage to Bhutan’s cultural roots while opening doors to the world. Every space has been conceived to inspire curiosity, reflection, and innovation, echoing the nation’s aspiration to educate its youth for both local contribution and global engagement.” said Evelyn Tay, CEO of EtonHouse International Education Group, Singapore and EtonHouse Bhutan International School.

The purpose-built campus reflects a thoughtful fusion of traditional Bhutanese craftsmanship and contemporary collegiate design. Learning environments are designed in calm, neutral tones, reflecting the EtonHouse approach to inquiry-led, child-centered learning.

Students will have access to facilities including:

• Research and Innovation Centre, integrating the Library, STEAM and ICT to support inquiry, experimentation and interdisciplinary learning
• Dedicated Science Laboratories, designed for hands-on learning across Biology, Chemistry and Physics
• Cultural Learning Spaces, honouring Bhutanese History and Dzongkha as integral parts of the curriculum
• Multipurpose Sports Hall, supporting physical development, teamwork and wellbeing
• Dedicated Performing Arts Studio, enabling expression through music, drama and movement
• Reggio-inspired Ateliers, where children explore ideas through the hundred languages of expression, including light, sound, clay, mark-making and natural materials

Next steps

With enrolments opening for Nursery 1 to Year 5 (from 3 to 10 years) and plans to expand progressively to serve students aged up to 18 years, families interested in discovering more about EtonHouse Bhutan International School are warmly invited to attend our Experience Day on 30 May. This special event offers an opportunity to find out more and experience what defines the EtonHouse approach.

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Founded in 1995 in Singapore, EtonHouse has grown into a global education group with more than 100 schools across eight countries. The Group offers a highly recognised international education pathway from infant care to high school, including the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge, and the Reggio Emilia-inspired approach, all designed to nurture inquiry, creativity, and intercultural understanding. Beyond schools, EtonHouse is deeply committed to community impact through teacher training, philanthropy, and purpose-driven educational initiatives.

專為專業人士打造「零訂閱、本地優先」運行環境，全面重塑企業隱私與高效工作流

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年5月26日 – 隨著生成式人工智能（Generative AI）從「聊天機器人」走向「自主執行任務」，當前全球正迎來以 AI Agent（智能代理）為核心的 Software 3.0 時代。本地領先的科技創新團隊朔音科技有限公司（Sentimento Technologies Limited，「本公司」）今日欣然宣布，正式於香港市場推出首款專為本地商業環境及專業人士量身打造的受管式 AI 運行環境（Managed AI Runtime Environment）—— MonoClaw。

MonoClaw 搭載著一位具備代理式工作流程（Agentic Workflows）的專屬個人 AI 秘書「Mona」，通過將大型語言模型（LLM）直接部署於用戶自有的 Mac 硬件設備，該系統實現了絕對的隱私數據保護、零訂閱成本，以及即插即用的企業級產品體驗。MonoClaw 安裝後即內建 160 項專業技能，並以全方位智能秘書的定位，專為接管繁瑣且重複的日常商務工作流而打造，使各行各業的專業人士皆能自主探索並釋放新的營運效率。除了辦公室場景，Mona亦能無縫融入用戶個人的日常生活，從個人行程規劃、家庭雜務追蹤到日常行政庶務，皆能提供無微不至的精準協助。

多重應用場景：全方位解放生產力

MonoClaw 是全方位解放生產力的終極利器，完美涵蓋了商務與日常的核心場景。作為強大的跨渠道溝通助理，它能自動追蹤、整理並提煉 WhatsApp、Telegram 及郵件中的商務承諾與待辦事項（Action Items），並在截止日前自動草擬回覆或提醒用戶，確保商業跟進零紕漏；同時，智能秘書Mona還能在每日清晨自動將零散的通訊通知、行事曆與最新郵件去粗取精，為專業人士生成結構化的日程摘要與重點工作建議。更重要的是，在嚴格的「審批門閘」機制下，MonoClaw 還能安全執行受控的自動化工作流程，代為填寫網頁表單、排程社交媒體貼文或進行跨系統數據搬運，徹底將用戶從繁冗的「數字揼石仔」工作中解放出來。

三大核心亮點

1. 絕對的數據主權與本地化推理（Data Sovereignty）：MonoClaw 將核心的記憶脈絡、對話歷史與敏感憑證安全地保留在用戶本地裝置內。為了在尊重數據隱私的同時支持高性能的工作負載，系統採用了預設的秘密遮蔽機制與隔離的本地執行環境。此架構允許用戶在進行具備風險的主機操作（例如網頁搜尋或特定雲端模型的文本生成）時，能夠流暢地調用外部雲端功能與受過濾的子進程環境，同時為敏感數據維持一個安全且由本地完全掌控的防禦底線。
2. 零訂閱、零 Token 焦慮的資產化投資： 採用 Gemma 4（透過 LM Studio）等頂尖本地推理選項，本公司提供「一次性軟件授權」模式。這將企業的 IT 開支從持續性費用（OPEX）轉化為可控的資產投資（CAPEX），徹底消除雲端計費的不確定性。
3. 可審核的自動化與「人機把關」機制（Approval Gates）：自動化不等於失控。MonoClaw 將安全視為核心要義，所有具備風險的主機操作、數據修改或外部指令，均設有「硬性阻擋與審批流程」。Mona會透過 Telegram、WhatsApp 或電郵向用戶發送確認請求，經用戶「一鍵批准」後方可執行，完美平衡自動化效率與人為風險管理。

如何看待世界AI格局的轉變

朔音科技有限公司聯合創始人及首席執行官左一翔先生指出：「當前全球正掀起 AI 秘書與 AI 職員的普及浪潮，這背後代表著軟件範式正從『人手操作』邁向『AI 自主執行』的 Software 3.0 時代。MonoClaw 的問世，正是這一變革在香港的落地標桿。我們看到越來越多企業在擁抱雲端 AI 的同時，深陷數據洩漏的『隱私焦慮』與 SaaS 模式帶來的『成本黑洞』。為此，MonoClaw 堅持『本地優先』原則，讓核心數據主權全面回歸企業本地終端；同時，我們結合日趨成熟的邊緣推理技術，打破無止境的訂閱制枷鎖，以一次性授權模式回應市場對成本可預測性的渴望，幫助香港企業在安全、控本的前提下實現真正的科技轉型。」

價格、硬件配置與安裝方式

為了降低企業與專業人士引入尖端 AI 的門檻，MonoClaw 提供極具市場競爭力且透明清晰的交付流程。採用一次性軟件授權模式，定價為 HK$28,888（現正推出早鳥限時優惠價 HK$25,888[1]），並執行「40% 訂金 + 60% 交付驗證後付清」的分期付款機制，由 朔音科技團隊提供全套本地化安裝、系統對接與技能驗證服務。在硬件配置方面，用戶僅需自行購置 Apple Mac mini M4 或 iMac M4（或以上配置）設備，即可享受流暢的本地推理效能；此外，產品更隨附完整的知識庫（Wiki）與專屬社群支援，確保企業或個人用戶在部署後擁有完善的可維護性與持續優化路徑，輕鬆實現資產化的科技升級。

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關於朔音科技有限公司

朔音科技有限公司總部位於香港，是 MonoClaw 的母公司兼工程工作室。我們專注於開發開創性「本地優先」的 AI 基礎設施與生產力工具。我們深信隱私、效率與成本控制是企業數字化轉型的三大基石，致力於透過 Software 3.0 技術，賦能香港及亞太區專業人士與中小企業。

公司官網：https://www.sentimento.dev/
了解更多關於MonoClaw的詳細資訊：https://www.monoclaw.app/zh-hant