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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – Set against a warm and convivial atmosphere, #100LIST SOCIAL CLUB event opened its doors to influential figures, distinguished guests and friends of Hashtag Legend Thailand in Bangkok on 17 July, who came together to celebrate, connect and engage in valuable conversation throughout the evening, alongside the night’s key highlight, “Best of the Best” — the announcement of 10 awards presented to individuals of outstanding excellence in their respective fields as The Legend Faces of Thailand, a symbol of those who create influence and value, and who will continue to pass on inspiration to Thai society.

The evening was graciously hosted by Bruce Rockowitz (Chairman of Rock Media International), and Dr. Steve Rockowitz (CEO & Publisher, Hashtag Legend), together with Asst. Prof. Rewat Chumnarn (Editor-in-Chief, Hashtag Legend Thailand) who welcomed distinguished guests and joined in celebrating an occasion dedicated to recognising those whose positive influence continues to shape contemporary Thailand. More than a celebration, #100LIST SOCIAL CLUB reaffirmed Hashtag Legend Thailand’s commitment to honouring individuals whose achievements redefine what it truly means to be a ‘Legend’ in modern Thailand.

Hashtag Legend Thailand, a multi-channel lifestyle media platform built around the concept of “Luxury Fast-Forward”, hosted #100LIST SOCIAL CLUB 2026, a grand event held to celebrate the honourees of the #legend 100 List 2026 — individuals who have made contributions and had a positive impact on society across a wide variety of professions.

The event welcomed more than 350 leading executives, artists, actors, influencers and prominent figures from across various industries to take part in this night of celebration, including Mai-Davika Hoorne, Thanaerng-Kanyawee Songmuang, Joong- Archen Aydin, Ice-Amena Kul, Jung Wikorn Buranapinyo, Mew-Suppasit Jongcheveevat, Tul-Pakorn Thanasrivanitchai, Ally-Achiraya Nitibhon, Opal-Suchata Chuangsri, Koy-Arachaporn Pokinpakorn, Jeff Satur, Burin Boonvisut, Est Supha Sangaworawong, Fern-Nopjira Lerkkajornnamkul, Jam-Rachata Hampanont, Mable-Siriwalee Siriwibool, Pangjie-Paphavarin Sawasdiwech, Salita Klinchan, Top Nattasedh, Jay Spencers, among others, who bore witness to yet another historic chapter of #100LIST SOCIAL CLUB by Hashtag Legend Thailand, before the evening closed with an exclusive interview segment in which the attending artists shared their perspectives and inspiration from the event.

The event was also attended by numerous other distinguished guests and friends of Hashtag Legend Thailand, including Swatch Group, Pendulum, Louis Vuitton, Dough Bros, Dumandi, Tia51, Lepas, Siam Piwat, The Mall, Dermond, Devialet, MH Wine & Spirit, One9, IQIY, Porsche, Jagota, Italasia, Trip.com, Asus, ALO, Anantara Siam, BIBI, Bvlgari, Burberry, The Standard Hotel, Anantara Siam, CMG, Central Department Store, Epica, Fendi, Four Seasons Hotel, Fundao, Giorgio Armani, Grand Seiko, Guerlain, Gucci, Gem Pavilion, Harmenstone, Lancôme, Mandarin Oriental, Merge, Motif, Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok, MrCru, Pat Luxury Group, Peninsula, PMT The Hour Glass, Prada, RAMS, Rolex, Salone, Seiko, Skinlab, Soho House BKK, TOD’S, Vitals, VIVO, Sirivannavari, Timberland, TTT Entertainment, TIK, Mojo Muse Entertainment, La Gent, KTC, and Dr Martens Thailand.

As Hashtag Legend continues to expand its presence across Asia, the #100 LIST SOCIAL CLUB in Bangkok signals the platform’s ambition to link influential figures through a shared ecosystem of entrepreneurship, innovation, and culture. For business leaders, creators, and industry professionals alike, the evening illustrated the growing importance of spaces where influence is not simply displayed, but exchanged and developed through genuine engagement and collaborations.

Watch the event video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8F_Jh0B8WU

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About #legend

#legend is Hong Kong’s premier digital destination for fashion, beauty, culture, and the extraordinary lives of the city’s most influential figures. Founded in Hong Kong, #legend has grown from a local publication into an influential voice in Asian luxury lifestyle media. The platform covers Culture, Watches & Jewellery, Fashion, Lifestyle, Beauty, and related verticals, through print, digital, social media, and event experiences, with a mission to celebrate creativity, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence, connects influential audiences with the people, brands, and ideas shaping the future of luxury living. For more information, visit: https://hashtaglegend.com/about

Autonomous AI Attack-and-Defence Demonstrates Next-Generation Cybersecurity Talent and Advance Regional Digital Security Talent Development

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 August 2026 – The AI x Cybersecurity Challenge, jointly organised by the Digital Policy Office of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies, the Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professional Association, and China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited, and co-organised by Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, the Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau of the Hong Kong Police Force, the Hong Kong Productivity Council, Venustech Group Inc., and Hong Kong Cloud Peak Technology Co., Limited, held the Finals today.

Following a 12-hour online qualifying round, a total of 40 teams advanced to the Final Competition, including 20 teams from the Chinese Mainland, 18 from Hong Kong, and two from overseas regions. The Challenge adopts an innovative AI-Driven Dual (AID) competition format, in which artificial intelligence (AI) executes the competition and enables autonomous defence by AI agents. Teams of up to three members showcase their capabilities in leveraging AI technologies for automated vulnerability discovery and exploitation, competing for total prize money of HK$180,000.

The event brings together representatives from Government, industry, academia and research organisations to witness the latest developments in AI-powered cybersecurity innovation. Officiating guests at the Opening Ceremony included Professor SUN Dong, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Mr LI Shuguang, Director-General of the General Office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR, Mr WANG Jiang, Director-General of the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies, Mr Daniel CHEUNG, JP, Acting Commissioner for Digital Policy, Mr WANG Minwei, Deputy Director of the Cyberspace Administration of Guangdong Province, Dr Rocky CHENG, JP, President of the Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professional Association, and Ms SHI Xiaoping, Director and Chief Executive Officer of China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited.

In his opening remarks, the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, said that AI is reshaping every aspect of people’s life at a breathtaking speed. He noted that although innovation may at times bring new threats, these same technologies can also spur defensive capabilities. As such, the Government champions an “AI versus AI” strategy, leveraging AI to forge the strongest shields to effectively manage risks associated with the use of AI.

Professor Sun added that the Government is continuously strengthening related policies, guidelines and ethical frameworks, as well as conducting regular cyber-attack-and-defence drills to better prepare for cybersecurity readiness. Through multi-pronged efforts, the Government hopes to guide society to apply AI responsibly, foster a healthy ecosystem, and strengthen city-wide resilience in face of cyber attacks.

Addressing AI-Era Cybersecurity Challenges Through Talent Development

The rapid advancement of AI is reshaping the global cybersecurity landscape. AI has evolved from a supporting tool for security analysis and threat monitoring into a technology capable of autonomously constructing attack chains and bypassing existing defence mechanisms. This has significantly lowered the technical barriers to cyberattacks, making sophisticated attack techniques more automated and accessible. Threat actors can leverage AI for intelligent vulnerability discovery, automated penetration testing, and even the creation of highly convincing deepfake content, enabling stealthier and more persistent cyberattacks.

As emerging threats such as model security risks, data poisoning, model theft, phishing attacks, supply chain vulnerabilities and automated exploitation continue to evolve, the demand for interdisciplinary talent with expertise in both AI and cybersecurity is becoming increasingly urgent. In response, the organisers aim to promote the practical application of AI technologies through this hands-on competition while cultivating a new generation of cybersecurity professionals equipped with cross-disciplinary expertise.

AI-Driven Attack-and-Defence Competition Platform

Unlike traditional Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, this year’s Challenge adopts an innovative AI-Driven (AID) competition format. Participating teams leverage AI-powered automated systems to analyse the competition environment provided by the organisers, identify vulnerabilities and exploit them. The automated capabilities of the AI agents include information gathering, vulnerability discovery and flag submission. The competition environment incorporates both vulnerabilities found in real-world scenarios and simulated zero-day vulnerabilities that may exist in software systems.

The challenge design draws on concepts from international cybersecurity competitions and incorporates practical operating scenarios as well as simulated zero-day attack-and-defence environments, testing participants’ ability to apply AI technologies to real-world cybersecurity challenges. The Challenge aims to enhance participants’ practical attack-and-defence experience and innovation capabilities, promote the research and application of AI security technologies, and nurture a new generation of cybersecurity talent equipped with both strategic vision and practical expertise. Through these efforts, the competition seeks to strengthen capabilities in addressing AI-driven cyber threats.

Government, Industry, Academia and Research Communities Join Forces to Advance AI Security

This year’s Challenge brings together stakeholders from government, industry and research institutions to drive innovation in AI security technologies, strengthen cybersecurity capabilities and cultivate future talent.

Mr Wang Jiang, Director-General of the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies, said, “AI technologies are reshaping the global cyber attack-and-defence landscape. While they lower the barriers to cyberattacks, they also drive the evolution of security protection from reactive response to proactive and intelligent defence. In this technological contest, using technology to counter technology has become an inevitable trend. By focusing on practical AI attack-and-defence capabilities, this competition aims to identify emerging talent and contribute to building a more trustworthy and intelligent cyberspace.”

Ms Shi Xiaoping, Director and Chief Executive Officer of China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited, said, “As one of the organisers of this competition, China Mobile Hong Kong has devoted substantial resources to building an innovative AI attack-and-defence competition platform. Through continuous technology investment and ecosystem development, we actively fulfil our corporate social responsibility while showcasing Hong Kong’s innovation and leadership in AI cybersecurity to the world.”

Dr Rocky CHENG, JP, President of the Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professional Association, concluded, “AI-driven cyberattacks and agentic AI-related risks have emerged as some of the most significant cybersecurity threats today. Against this backdrop, cultivating interdisciplinary talent with expertise in AI system design, development and practical attack-and-defence capabilities has become an important pillar in strengthening Hong Kong’s overall cyber resilience.”

The Awards Presentation Ceremony will be held in late September 2026 during the China Cybersecurity Week to recognise teams that have demonstrated outstanding performance in the competition. The organisers encourage enterprises and organisations to continuously strengthen their cybersecurity governance, regularly review information system risks, enhance data protection measures and improve cyber incident response capabilities. Young talents are also encouraged to pursue opportunities in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, developing their expertise through training, professional certifications and hands-on competitions. Members of the public and organisations may also make use of the cybersecurity information, training programmes and support services provided by the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT) and other relevant organisations, helping to foster a safer, more secure and trustworthy digital ecosystem.

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About Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre

Managed by the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT) is the centre for coordination of computer security incident response for local enterprises and Internet Users. Its missions are to facilitate information disseminating, provide advices on preventive measures against security threats and to promote information security awareness.

HKCERT collaborates with local bodies to collect and disseminate information, and coordinate response actions. HKCERT is also a member of the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST) and the Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team (APCERT). We exchange information with other CERTs and act as a point of contact on cross-border security incidents.

About the Hong Kong Productivity Council

The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) is a statutory body established in 1967, dedicated to enhancing the productivity and competitiveness of Hong Kong enterprises through world-class applied R&D, innovative technology services, and integrated manufacturing solutions. As a market-oriented, international R&D organisation, HKPC leverages its deep expertise and extensive industry experience in key areas such as AI, advanced manufacturing, life and health technology, green technology and new energy to drive new industrialisation and support the growth of emerging and future industries.

HKPC focuses on addressing businesses challenges and industrial technology needs, promoting the full integration between technological and industrial innovation. Through technology transfer, product innovation, intellectual property protection and commercialisation of R&D outcomes, the Council fosters collaboration with the local business community as well as top global R&D institutions, delivering added value to industries and advancing the development of new productive forces. HKPC’s world-class R&D achievements have been widely recognised over the years, winning an array of local and overseas accolades, reinforcing Hong Kong’s role as an international innovation and technology centre and a smart city.

To help enterprises capitalise on Hong Kong’s strengths in international connectivity to expand into global markets, HKPC offers comprehensive overseas expansion services tailored to critical areas including product development, technology, manufacturing, and management, enabling businesses to successfully go global from Hong Kong.

HKPC is also committed to providing timely and practical support to SMEs and startups with timely and practical , assisting them in accessing Government funding programmes. Through its FutureSkills training initiatives, HKPC helps both industry and academia stay ahead in latest digital and STEM technologies, nurturing a future-ready talent pool for Hong Kong.

For more information, please visit HKPC’s website: www.hkpc.org/en.

Enhancing Employees’ Access to Extensive, Affordable and Continuous Protection

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 August 2026 – As medical costs continue to rise, businesses are facing increasing pressure to provide medical benefits for their employees. According to Health Trends 2026, Hong Kong’s medical trend rate is projected to reach 10.5% this year^*. Research by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University also indicates that the average premium per employee for group medical insurance is expected to exceed HK$10,000 this year^#, reflecting the growing pressure on employers to balance adequate coverage with cost control. In view of this growing concern, Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited (“Blue Cross”) has announced the launch of the upgraded Caring Medical Protection Plus plan. Designed for existing Blue Cross group medical insurance members, the plan helps address coverage gaps and enhance continuity of protection.

Three optional benefits enhance individual and family protection

The upgraded Caring Medical Protection Plus is designed specifically for employees insured under Blue Cross group medical insurance plans, enabling them to enhance their existing coverage at an affordable premium and extend protection to their spouse and children. The plan also allows the insured to maintain continuous coverage even when they change jobs or retire.

In addition to Basic Hospital and Surgical Benefits, the upgraded plan offers three optional benefits to meet customers’ different needs: Optional Outpatient Benefits, Optional Dental Benefits and the newly introduced Optional Supplementary Medical Benefit. These benefits cover common medical expenses, including consultations with general practitioners, specialists, Chinese medicine practitioners and physiotherapists, as well as dental fillings and extractions. Whether for optional supplementary medical benefit, outpatient medical services at non-network clinics or dental treatments¹ (such as fillings and extractions), 80% of eligible expenses will be reimbursed, with customers only bearing the remaining 20%. Moreover, no network co-payment is required for selected plan levels under the Optional Outpatient Benefits when customers use in-network providers, helping to reduce out-of-pocket expenses.

Other key features of the plan include:

• Simple enrolment: Except under certain circumstances, no underwriting is required², eliminating the need for medical examinations and lengthy procedures. Pre-existing conditions are also covered^3,4,5. The plan may be renewed annually⁶ with coverage until age 100.
• Worldwide medical coverage: Basic Hospital and Surgical Benefits are applicable worldwide⁷, and the corresponding benefit limits remain unchanged.
• Cashless arrangement for gastroscopy and colonoscopy day procedures⁸.
• Value-added services to enhance healthcare experience: Customers may purchase additional services according to their needs, including access to the Mainland Healthcare Network⁹, Pre-Assessment Service, Cashless Service¹⁰ and 24-Hour Worldwide Emergency Aid Service.

From now until 31 December 2026, existing Blue Cross group medical insurance members who successfully enrol in Caring Medical Protection Plus will be eligible for Enrolment Rewards ⁺. These include premiums at up to 19% off^{^} and a limited-time waiver of the designated enrolment period, allowing eligible customers to enrol at any time. Customers who enrol in a designated premium amount^@ will also receive Hong Kong Disneyland tickets and supermarket coupons valued at up to HK$1,000.

Expanding medical networks and support services

To further enhance the healthcare experience for customers, Blue Cross continues to expand its medical network in the Greater Bay Area (“GBA”). Last year, it partnered with United Family Healthcare, Hong Kong Integrated Oncology Centre and HEAL Oncology under New Frontier Group, as well as Zhongshan Chen Xinghai Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, to create a healthcare ecosystem in the GBA. The network offers direct billing services and supports customers through different stages of the healthcare journey, from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and recovery.

In June this year, Blue Cross launched its Musculoskeletal Care Support Service in collaboration with multiple healthcare institutions in Hong Kong and the GBA, including U Care, CUHK Medical Centre, Gleneagles Hospital Hong Kong, Shenzhen New Frontier United Family Hospital and CORES Physiotherapy & Sports Training Centre. Guided by a dedicated Health Concierge, customers receive one-stop support throughout their healthcare journey from diagnosis to surgery and rehabilitation, improving treatment outcomes and overall experience.

Promoting public awareness of protection

In addition, Blue Cross continues to promote public awareness of the importance of protection through different community touchpoints. Recently, it extended this initiative to an everyday essential by distributing limited-edition eco-friendly tissue packs free of charge at selected restaurants and clinics across Hong Kong. Each tissue pack contains a “Words of Wisdom” card featuring practical tips on healthcare, daily living, holiday planning, and vehicle maintenance. Members of the public can also scan the QR code on the card to get a limited-time premium discount of up to 35% on general insurance products.

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Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited

Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited (“Blue Cross”) is a subsidiary of AIA Group Limited. With over 55 years of operational experience in the insurance industry, Blue Cross provides a comprehensive range of products and services, including medical, travel and general insurance, which cater to the needs of both individual and corporate customers. Blue Cross distributes its products through various channels, including AIA agency force, online platform, direct sales, BEA network, insurance agents and brokers, as well as travel agencies.

In 2025, Blue Cross is assigned financial strength rating of A+ (stable outlook) and issuer credit rating of A+ (stable outlook) by S&P Global Ratings.

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 August 2026 – Happitat, the World’s First Happiness Destination and a landmark of happiness on Bangna Km. 7 by CP Axtra Public Company Limited (CP Axtra), officially opens its doors to welcome everyone into a world of happiness. THE GRAND CELEBRATION OF HAPPITAT “THE MAGICAL DESTINATION OF HAPPINESS” features a full day of activities and experiences, before reaching the grand climax with “The Sky Canvas of Happiness,” transforming the forest and sky with more than 2,222 drones, music and performances.

As consumer behaviours and lifestyles continue to evolve, consumers are increasingly looking beyond places for shopping towards spaces where they can spend time, enjoy aspects of everyday life, and come together across generations. In response, CP Axtra continues to advance its shopping centre business under the Happy & Healthy Mall concept. Building on this approach, Happitat serves as the Master Model for Destination Creation, developed under the Happiness-Led Destination concept and placing “happiness” at the heart of its design, bringing together spaces, nature, food, lifestyle, entertainment and imaginative experiences.

The journey begins with Immersive Experiences through the largest and highest-resolution indoor digital display in Southeast Asia. “The Butterfly Trail” invites visitors to discover rare butterflies waiting to be set free, while “Forest of Time” takes them on a mission to bring a sleeping forest back to life. At Whimsical Market, more than 60 restaurants and cafés come together with Happitat’s IP Characters and a Light & Sound Show.

As the sun sets, “The Sky Canvas of Happiness” brings the Butterfly Phenomenon concept to life through music, performances and technology. More than 40 members of the MAHIDOL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA are joined by Tor – Saksit, Violette Wautier and WIM (Karn Kasidej), before more than 2,222 drones transform the sky above Happitat into a canvas of happiness, setting a new record in Thailand.

The celebration continues across Happitat with more than 100 artists and celebrities, including Chompoo Araya’s family, Freen – Sarocha, Butterbear & Bianca, Yin–War, Jung, Cullen, Judy and Dan. The opening celebration concludes with a special surprise from Zhou Yiran, the popular Chinese actor, before the evening reaches its final chapter with an After Party featuring THE TOYS and Nittaya Boonsungnern.

Behind the experiences are Happitat’s 3 main buildings: Bloominas, a premium lifestyle hub; Wonderwild, a world of happiness for children and families; and Festie Town, a hub of entertainment and celebration in a Semi-Outdoor setting.

This official opening is only the beginning. New experiences, activities and events will continue to bring colour and life to the destination, making this Bangna landmark a place where people will want to return, spend time, discover something new and create memories together. Happitat is ready to move forward as the World’s First Happiness Destination, making ‘happiness’ part of every aspect of everyday life.

For the latest news, activities and new experiences from Happitat, follow Facebook Page: Happitat Thailand or the website www.happitatthailand.com.

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LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 August 2026 – On August 20, 2026, Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, shone even brighter as it celebrated its renowned music festival. The youthful Wuxi Symphony Orchestra, hailing from Wuxi, China’s first UNESCO “City of Music,” stepped into the heartland of classical music for the very first time under the leadership of Artistic Director and Chief Conductor Lin Daye. Inside a packed Gallus Hall at Cankarjev Dom, a profound and heartfelt musical dialogue unfolded between East and West.

As Slovenia’s largest international summer music festival, its stage saw the name of Wuxi, China, etched upon it for the very first time this summer. As the conductor’s baton cut through the silence, this ancient Central European city warmly welcomed the debut of this Eastern orchestra with thunderous, prolonged applause.

The concert opened to the magnificent sounds of the Overture to Verdi’s I vespri siciliani, with Lin Daye delivering the passion of Italian opera through his deeply expressive conducting. The orchestra then presented the festival debut of Fly To The Sky, an original symphonic suite by Li Shaosheng, whose embedded Eastern worldview resonated profoundly with the audience. Suona virtuoso Zhang Qianyuan’s performance in Questioning the Heavens was high-pitched and evocative, while tenor Xue Haoyin sang with heroic majesty in Heaven’s Movement is Strength, driving the atmosphere to a climax.

In the second half, the orchestra performed Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 in C minor. On a stage that has witnessed countless iconic performances of German-Austrian classics, the orchestra paid tribute to heritage through a precise yet impassioned interpretation. As the grand theme of the finale—symbolizing “through darkness into light”—echoed through the hall, the entire audience rose to their feet in a standing ovation, expressing high acclaim for the orchestra’s flawless execution. Darko Brlek, Artistic Director of the Ljubljana Festival, noted that this was the very first standing ovation given to a Chinese orchestra in the festival’s history of over 70 editions.

As the opening stop of their 2026 European tour, the Ljubljana performance marked a striking debut and strong statement of cultural confidence. Showcasing Jiangnan’s Wuxi to the world, these musical ambassadors from Lake Taihu foster cross‑cultural understanding through music, letting the world hear and understand China.

Click the link to watch the Wuxi Symphony Orchestra’s performance in Slovenia: https://youtu.be/Ghk3aIYcHXc?si=PzVdV99ZikOqiMA7

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SANYA, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – On the evening of August 19, the banquet hall of The Sanya Taikang Tribute Portfolio Resort, was brightly illuminated and filled with youthful energy and the warm spirit of the island. As the opening event of the 2026 Hong Kong and Macao Youth Study Tour and Exchange Program in the Chinese mainland, the “Hainan Night” cultural tourism promotion event, themed “A Young and Joyful Hainan Summer,” was held here. More than 200 principals, teachers and student representatives from primary and secondary schools in Hong Kong and Macao, heads of study tour organizations, and representatives from the mainland’s cultural tourism sector gathered on the shores of the South China Sea. Through an immersive experience of island culture, they officially kicked off a week-long study tour and exchange program across Hainan.

The event was hosted by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports of Hainan Province and the Sanya Municipal People’s Government, organized by the cultural tourism authorities of Sanya, Danzhou, Wenchang and Wanning, and co-organized by the Hainan Study Tour and Tourism Association, with support from the Asian Tourism Exchange Center and the World Study Travel Organization. Combining multisensory immersion with interactive scenarios, the event integrated coastal scenery, intangible cultural heritage and study tour resources, offering guests from Hong Kong and Macao a warm cultural tourism welcome featuring distinctive local characteristics and youthful vitality.

Immersive Island Welcome and Youthful Celebration Ignite Sanya’s Night

Upon entering the venue, guests were immediately immersed in the atmosphere of an “Island Wonderland.” Coconut palm-inspired installations were arranged along the passageways, while traditional Li brocade patterns added decorative touches. Warm yellow lighting created a relaxed yet vibrant tropical-island ambiance, while guests dressed in traditional Hainan island attire moved throughout the venue, bringing the distinctive charm of Hainan to life.

Next to the registration area, a bamboo-pole dance welcome team was already in position. Accompanied by lively Li ethnic percussion music, long bamboo poles opened and closed rhythmically, attracting many young visitors from Hong Kong and Macao to give it a try. At first, some participants were somewhat unfamiliar with the movements, carefully stepping in and out to the beat. After several attempts, however, they quickly found their rhythm. The sound of bamboo poles clacking together blended with the laughter of the young participants, turning the entrance into a sea of joy.

The island-themed photo area, intangible cultural heritage experience zone and study tour resources exhibition were also bustling with visitors. Some guests captured their first moments in Hainan against a backdrop of coastal scenery, while others stopped to watch demonstrations of traditional Li instruments, including the nose flute and zhuoba. Many students gathered around the study tour displays, carefully exploring the diverse opportunities available for educational travel in Hainan.

At around 6 p.m., the opening dance performance, Come See the Sea, gracefully took the stage. Through fluid movements that mimicked the rise and fall of waves, the dancers condensed the vastness and gentle beauty of the South China Sea into a captivating stage performance. All eyes turned toward the stage, officially opening the event.

In her remarks, Wang Hejiao, Deputy Secretary-General of the Hainan Provincial People’s Government, noted that in 2025, the number of Hong Kong and Macao study tour participants visiting Hainan exceeded 10,000, with two-way youth exchanges continuing to gain momentum. Since the Free Trade Port’s “Riding the Waves Program” was launched in 2023, nearly 30 universities in Hong Kong and Macao have participated, attracting more than 1,500 students. Of these, 200 Hong Kong and Macao university students have completed internships in Hainan. In 2026, another 60 university students from Hong Kong and Macao will come to Hainan for practical training and experience. Generation after generation of young people from Hong Kong and Macao have visited Hainan to experience firsthand the vibrant development of the Hainan Free Trade Port, helping build a strong foundation of friendship and mutual understanding among the three regions. She expressed the hope that participants would explore Hainan’s landscapes and allow a shared sense of national identity to grow through firsthand experiences.

Tian Zhiqi, Chief Operating Officer for the Asia-Pacific Region of the World Study Travel Organization, said that Hainan has enormous potential in study travel. The organization is actively responding to the needs of the digital economy and people’s aspirations for a better life, while following the trend toward carbon peaking and carbon neutrality. It promotes coordinated development of new routes, new business models and new market participants. He expressed the hope that, together with the Hainan Free Trade Port, the organization could build a study travel system featuring an international perspective as well as Chinese approaches, Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions, thereby strengthening China’s voice in the international study travel sector.

The immersive study tour promotion, A Young and Joyful Hainan Summer, followed. Through real-life imagery and vivid presentations, three distinctive study tour routes—space exploration, deep-sea discovery and rainforest adventure—were gradually unveiled. Many young people in the audience watched with anticipation, quietly discussing the highlights of the upcoming itinerary with their peers.

Following the promotion, a series of artistic performances and interactive activities kept the exciting building. The dance Fisherfolk Weaving the Moonlight portrayed the life of fishing communities along the South China Sea, showcasing the rich cultural character of Hainan. The Sanya Akage Band performed original songs including Ben Nei Re and Children Who Guard the Mountain Orchid, allowing guests to experience the vitality of Hainan’s intangible cultural heritage. When familiar classics such as Kara Forever OK, Walking Along the Road of Life and A Dream of Blades and Swords were performed, the atmosphere reached a climax. Many teachers and students from Hong Kong and Macao spontaneously joined in the singing, bringing people closer together across the distance between the regions.

Two rounds of interactive lucky draws were also held during the event, alongside a promotion of “Cool Travel Hainan,” Hainan’s public cultural tourism service platform, which offered exclusive travel benefits to guests. The evening then culminated in an interactive singing and dancing session. Guests and young participants took to the stage, singing and dancing among the rising and falling bamboo poles, pushing the festive atmosphere to its peak as laughter and cheers echoed throughout the venue.

Building Bridges Through the Night: Young People from Hainan, Hong Kong and Macao Share a Common Dream

The vibrant “Hainan Night” was not only a concentrated showcase of Hainan’s cultural tourism appeal, but also a warm prelude to the entire Hong Kong and Macao Youth Study Tour and Exchange Program in the Chinese mainland.

The program will last seven days. Following the welcome and promotional event on August 19, representatives of teachers and students from Hong Kong and Macao will embark on a themed study tour of Hainan from August 20 to 25. Starting from Sanya, the itinerary will take them to Wanning, Danzhou, Haikou and Wenchang, offering participants a comprehensive look at the dynamic development of the Hainan Free Trade Port. A study tour resources exchange event will also be held during the program, featuring Hainan’s three major study-tour themes—space, ocean and rainforest. Industry representatives from Hainan, Hong Kong and Macao will be invited to discuss opportunities and future directions for cross-border study tour cooperation.

At the event, many guests and young participants from Hong Kong and Macao shared their impressions and expectations.

“This is my first time in Hainan. I was amazed by the bamboo-pole dance and the island-themed decorations as soon as I entered. It is a completely different cultural experience!” said Lin Renhui, a student representative from Hong Kong, visibly excited. “Previously, I had only seen Hainan’s space launch sites and tropical rainforests in textbooks and documentaries. During the upcoming tour around the island, I am most looking forward to visiting Wenchang. I want to see the country’s major aerospace facilities with my own eyes and experience the achievements of China’s aerospace development.”

Zhang Yuzhong, General Manager of Aiyouxue (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd., which has long been engaged in the study travel sector, said that Hainan possesses highly distinctive and scarce study tour resources in areas such as aerospace, the ocean and rainforests, giving the island a natural appeal for young people from Hong Kong and Macao.

“This event is not only a cultural exchange among young people but also provides a face-to-face platform for the study tour industries in the two regions to connect and cooperate. In the future, we hope to bring more young people from Hong Kong and Macao to Hainan, while also organizing visits for young people from Hainan to Macao. We want to establish a two-way study tour and exchange mechanism so that young people can deepen their mutual understanding through travel and strengthen their cultural identification with the motherland,” Zhang said.

In recent years, cultural tourism exchanges among Hainan, Hong Kong and Macao have continued to deepen, with youth study tours becoming a regular vehicle for exchanges. Leveraging the opportunities brought by the development of the Hainan Free Trade Port, Hainan has continued to enrich its study tour offerings and improve related industry services, with the aim of providing young people from Hong Kong and Macao with more meaningful, engaging and rewarding educational travel experiences.

From the Greater Bay Area to the Free Trade Port, the regions may be separated by mountains and sea, but their hearts remain closely connected. Over the coming week, teachers and students from Hong Kong and Macao will gain a deeper understanding of the vitality of the Hainan Free Trade Port through firsthand visits, carry forward China’s outstanding traditional culture through cultural experiences, and strengthen the emotional bonds and shared aspirations of young people from Hainan, Hong Kong and Macao through in-depth exchanges. In the great tide of an era marked by closer cooperation among the three regions, the energy and dreams of youth will shine brightly.

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Asia’s landmark art toy event, POP TOY SHOW (PTS) Singapore, officially opened its doors from August 21 to 23 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore. Since making its debut in the Lion City, PTS Singapore has grown into one of Asia’s most influential events dedicated to the art toy industry. Art toy enthusiasts from around the world have gathered in Singapore to experience this annual celebration of contemporary toy and pop culture.

This year’s PTS Singapore brings together more than 100 leading art toy artists from around the world, creating a dynamic platform where diverse creative styles and cutting-edge ideas converge.

Among the participating artists is Yanran Chen, who returns to PTS Singapore with her original IP, KeyA. The exhibition marks the global debut of several new KeyA collectibles, including the KeyA 《Voyage Log》 Figure and the Q‑Style 《Daydream Buddy》Figure. Previous signature works, including the BlinkBot and BuddyGlow figures, are also on display.

The presentation offers a diverse range of collectibles catering to different levels of collectors—from accessible, high-value figures designed for a broad audience of art toy enthusiasts to large-scale art sculptures with strong collectible and artistic value.

For years, Yanran Chen’s practice has extended across painting, sculpture, moving image and IP character design, allowing her to develop a distinctive and highly recognizable creative language. With the “girl” as a recurring conceptual anchor, Chen seamlessly combines mechanical coolness, organic textures and cyber-inspired elements to create a unique artistic world where the virtual and physical constantly intersect.

Through her return to PTS Singapore, Chen presents a mature yet youthful and pioneering visual language to audiences of art toys and contemporary art around the world, offering a distinct perspective on the creative energy and independent artistic voice of China’s emerging generation of artists.

About the Artist

Yanran Chen, born in Beijing in 2005, is one of the most influential artists of her generation. Her multidisciplinary practice, spanning painting, sculpture and video, centers around the iconic image of the “girl.”Working across painting, sculpture, video and character design, Chen blends mechanical, organic and cyber-inspired elements to explore the boundaries between dreams and reality, identity and transformation.

Her work has been exhibited at major international art fairs and cultural platforms, including Art Basel Hong Kong and ComplexCon, as well as exhibitions across Asia, Europe and the United States.

Beyond the art world, Chen has collaborated with internationally recognized brands including GUCCI, CASETiFY and LEUCHTTURM1917, extending her artistic language into fashion, design and popular culture. She has also worked with brands including Balenciaga, Givenchy and R13 as a creative collaborator and model, and has been featured in publications such as Numéro, Wonderland, V China and L’Officiel.

In 2026, Chen was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list, further recognizing her growing influence as one of Asia’s emerging young creative voices.

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OPATRA London confirms mutual suspension of Hong Kong distribution agreement

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – OPATRA London confirms that, by mutual agreement with its local distributor, the Hong Kong distribution agreement has been suspended.

The OPATRA-branded stores in Hong Kong are independently owned and operated by a local distributor.

OPATRA London HQ will cooperate fully with any enquiries from the relevant authorities and will not comment on matters that are the subject of an ongoing investigation. The position will remain under review as further information becomes available.

Hong Kong remains an important market for OPATRA London, and our commitment to our customers and consumers in Hong Kong remains unchanged.

Customers in Hong Kong who wish to contact OPATRA London HQ directly may do so at hongkong@opatra.com.

Hashtag: #OPATRALondon

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About OPATRA London

OPATRA London is a UK-based skincare and beauty technology brand specialising in innovative skincare devices and professional beauty solutions. Founded in London, OPATRA operates internationally through a network of independent distributors, retail partners and authorised locations across multiple markets.

New Meenakshi Eco Park campus supports a more than 600% increase in TDCX’s India headcount over three years, reinforcing the country’s role in serving global technology and digital economy clients

HYDERABAD, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – TDCX, a leading global customer experience solutions firm, today opened its second campus in India at Meenakshi Eco Park in Hyderabad. The new site reinforces India’s position as the company’s fourth-largest operations base and follows a more than 600% increase in TDCX’s India headcount over the past three years.

Hyderabad is one of TDCX’s fastest-growing locations, supported by the city’s strong technology ecosystem, deep talent pool, and growing reputation as a center for customer experience, sales, digital support, and technology-enabled services.

Hashtag: #TDCX #CX #Outsourcing #EnableTheFuture

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Built by a Singapore parent, the platform uses real-time AI conversation and parent-shared prelim themes to help students practise before the PSLE oral examinations.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – Articulate Intelligence has launched updated PSLE English and Chinese oral examination practice tools on its AI learning platform, giving students a way to rehearse live oral conversations at home before the national examinations.

The launch comes as AI use becomes increasingly common among primary-school-aged children. National studies found that 82.6 per cent of Singaporean children aged 10 to 13 had used AI tools. With many PSLE candidates already familiar with the technology, the more relevant question is how it supports their learning—whether it simply supplies answers or helps them think and respond independently. This distinction is particularly important in oral examinations, where students must listen, formulate their own responses, elaborate and handle follow-up questions in real time.

Articulate Intelligence’s AI Oral Examiner is designed around that real-time pressure. Students first choose English or Chinese, then select a topic from a dropdown menu. The AI examiner then speaks with the student, listens to the answer, and asks follow-up questions based on what was said. If a student freezes, the system can prompt them to expand their answer, but it does not simply hand over a model response.

Ahead of the PSLE oral examinations, the platform has also added practice topics shaped by parent-shared prelim experiences. Parents shared topics their children had encountered, which Articulate Intelligence distilled into broader themes with generated images and questions for students to practise on the platform.

The platform was created by Meng Aun Tan, Founder of Articulate Intelligence, after he struggled to help his own daughter prepare for PSLE oral examinations in 2024. He later shared an early version with parents from a school volunteer group and found that many faced the same difficulty. Today, Articulate Intelligence has close to 500 users, according to company figures, with usage rising around major examination periods.

“Oral exams are not just about knowing a good answer. Students need to think while someone is waiting, respond clearly, and keep going when they are unsure,” said Meng Aun Tan, Founder, Articulate Intelligence. “I built this first for my own children because I realised that, as a parent, I could not always give useful oral exam feedback on the spot. The AI should not replace teachers or parents, but it should give students more chances to practise, so that when they meet a real examiner, the experience feels less frightening.”

The first topic is available free for users. Other topics require paid credits or a subscription. Beyond PSLE English and Chinese oral practice, Articulate Intelligence also offers AI tools for composition grading, situational writing feedback, O-Level English oral practice, and DSA interview preparation.

Parents, schools, and tuition centres can try the platform or make enquiries at (https://articulate.com.sg).

Hashtag: #articulateintelligence #PSLE #psletraining

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About Articulate Intelligence

Articulate Intelligence develops AI-powered education tools for parents, students, schools, and tuition centres. Its platform includes a real-time AI Oral Examiner for English and Chinese oral practice, as well as AI graders for composition and situational writing. Founded by Singapore parent Meng Aun Tan, the company focuses on making personalised practice more accessible while supporting, not replacing, teachers and parents. Learn more at (https://articulate.com.sg).