Four Coffee Shops from Australia, Singapore and Malaysia Ranked in Top 10
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 February 2026 – The second edition of THE WORLD’S 100 BEST COFFEE SHOPS 2026 with DaVinci Gourmet announced its global rankings at CoffeeFest Madrid 2026, revealing a reshaped coffee landscape for the Asia Pacific region.
This definitive list of the world’s best specialty coffee shops saw Australia deepening its leadership with seven coffee shops in the global ranking, Taiwan with four, returning favourites such as Singapore’s Apartment Coffee maintaining its 2025 ranking, and Malaysia’s Story of Ono climb one level up.
Australian newcomer Only Coffee Project Crows Nest clinched 4th position followed by Toby’s Estate Coffee Roasters in 5th. Returning to the list were Proud Mary Coffee and Coffee Anthology, joined by newcomers Beta Coffee and Single O. The blend of returning icons and new entrants underlines Australia’s ongoing influence on global café standards.
In Asia, Apartment Coffee in Singapore and Story of Ono in Malaysia took 6th and 8th place respectively, with The Republic of South Korea, Japan, China, and The Philippines securing placements in this year’s Top 100 rankings.
The list confirms the emergence of new global capitals of quality coffee, as well as the consolidation of an increasingly diverse and innovative international coffee community that includes The United States, which leads the ranking with nine selected coffee shops, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and Middle East.
“Congratulations to all 100 ranked coffee shops. The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026 with DaVinci Gourmet is the global benchmark celebrating the cafés shaping the future of coffee, and as a leading beverage solutions brand, DaVinci Gourmet is proud to stand alongside it as the global title partner,” said Eloise Dubuisson, General Manager, Food Service Brands, Kerry Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa.
A GLOBAL EVALUATION PROCESS
The ranking is produced through a mixed system combining the evaluation of more than 800 professional judges from all continents with public voting, which exceeded 350,000 votes in this edition. In total, more than 15,000 coffee shops worldwide were analysed.
RECOGNISING EXCELLENCE IN COFFEE
A benchmark for the industry and professionals, The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops aims to highlight coffee shops that not only serve exceptional coffee but also create unique coffee experiences.
As Global and Title Partner of the 2026 edition, and together with initiatives like the DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship, DaVinci Gourmet remains committed to championing global beverage artistry and café culture.
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DaVinci Gourmet
DaVinci Gourmet is a global beverage brand that emphasizes innovation and sustainability while offering beverage solutions for the Foodservice channels. At DaVinci Gourmet, our passion for coffee is at the heart of everything we do. We provide a vibrant palette of authentic flavors crafted from the highest quality ingredients, empowering drink artists to create their next masterpieces.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 February 2026 – Tim Hortons® Singapore is pleased to announce that it has officially received Halal certification from the Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS) across all its existing restaurants islandwide. This significant milestone arrives at a momentous time, as the brand prepares to join the local community in celebrating the upcoming Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr festivities.
The attainment of the MUIS Halal mark, a global gold standard in Halal assurance, reaffirms Tim Hortons’ commitment to making its offering available to everyone. Since its debut in Singapore, the iconic Canadian coffee house has been a neighbourhood destination for all. With this certification, the brand’s full suite of signature coffee, iced beverages, sandwiches, and freshly baked treats is now accessible to the Muslim community, offering a new destination for family gatherings.
Fostering Connection in Singapore’s Multicultural Landscape
In Singapore’s unique multicultural landscape, dining is more than just a meal, it is a bridge between cultures. By securing official MUIS certification, Tim Hortons® strengthens its promise to provide a welcoming environment where every guest can gather with absolute peace of mind.
At Tim Hortons, we believe the best experiences are those that bring people together. Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr are seasons defined by reflection, gratitude, and the spirit of sharing. We are honoured to receive this certification at such a meaningful time, allowing Tims to be a part of our guests’ festive traditions. Whether it is a cozy spot for Iftar or sharing our signature treats during Eid visits, we are delighted to be a part of your celebrations.
Elevating the Festive Table: An Expanded Range of Offerings
With the MUIS Halal seal, guests can now explore the full breadth of the Tim Hortons® menu, featuring a diverse array of flavours suited for both daily indulgence and festive hosting:
Hearty Iftar Options: For those looking to break their fast with a satisfying meal, our Signature Grilled Sandwiches, including the fan-favourite Pesto Chicken and the iconic Montreal Beef Pastrami, provide a warm and wholesome option.
The Ultimate Festive Treats: Our world-famous Timbits® and handcrafted Assorted Donut boxes are the perfect addition to any festive spread. These bite-sized treats are ideal for sharing during family gatherings and as gifts when visiting loved ones during communal Iftar gatherings and during the Hari Raya season.
Handcrafted Beverages: Guests can enjoy our 100% Premium Arabica coffee, including the legendary Maple Cinnamon Latte and the Montreal Latte, as well as our signature Frappe Iced Beverages (Iced Capps®) and a variety of espresso-based lattes and non- caffeinated refreshing drinks, all prepared under strict Halal-certified protocols.
Savory Selection: The menu also features a range of made-to-order sandwiches, bagels and bakes, offering a variety of fresh and flavourful choices for any time of day.
Uncompromising Standards of Quality and Integrity
The journey to MUIS Halal certification involved a comprehensive and rigorous audit of the entire Tim Hortons® operational ecosystem. This included a meticulous review of the supply chain, ingredient sourcing, and kitchen preparation processes. This achievement ensures that the high-quality standards Tim Hortons® is known for globally, are harmonized with the stringent religious and food safety requirements of MUIS.
A Commitment to Future Growth
As Tim Hortons® continues to expand its footprint across Singapore, where it currently operates 17 stores, this certification is a pillar for all future outlets. The brand looks forward to opening more doors across the island, ensuring that the “Tims” experience remains accessible to all Singaporeans.
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About Tim Hortons®
Tim Hortons® is one of the world’s renowned restaurant chains operating in the quick service segment. Founded in 1964, Tim Hortons® appeals to a broad range of guest tastes, with a menu that includes premium coffee, hot and cold specialty drinks (including lattes, cappuccinos, espresso, teas, and our famous Iced Capp® Beverages), baked goods, hot breakfast sandwiches, breakfast snacking items, and other food products. Tim Hortons® has more than 6,000 restaurants around the world.
Tim Hortons in Singapore operates under the management of MGCA Cafe, a wholly owned subsidiary of Marubeni Corporation, a major Japanese general trading and investment conglomerate”
BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 February 2026 – Organized by the Japanese Repatriates and Japan-China Friendship Association, a delegation of 90 Japanese “war orphans,” along with their descendants and family members, visited Harbin in northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province on September 11, 2025, for a cultural performance. The event served as an opportunity for participants to convey heartfelt gratitude to their Chinese foster parents who raised them, while also promoting messages of peace and historical reflection through their artistic expressions.
The association is dedicated to fostering mutual understanding and friendship between Japan and China. Its mission includes supporting the social welfare of Japanese “war orphans” left behind in China—individuals who endured significant hardship during the post-war turmoil and are still facing various challenges today. The organization also seeks to preserve and transmit the memories of these experiences to younger generations and to deepen bilateral exchanges.
Following Japan’s surrender in 1945, more than 4,000 Japanese children were left behind in China and raised by Chinese families. Now advanced in age, the group has decided to undertake what they call their final “gratitude tour,” which coincides with the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Since 2009, these orphans have been traveling to China every few years to acknowledge the kindness of their Chinese foster parents and other benefactors who supported them.
Sumie Ikeda, 81, head of the association of friendship of repatriates from China, is herself one of the Japanese orphans left behind in China. In an exclusive interview with CNS, she spoke in the fluent northeastern Chinese dialect of her childhood, reminiscing about her upbringing in Heilongjiang. “How could I be Japanese?” she reflected, her early identity obscured by the war’s aftermath. Separated from her biological family as an infant, she was raised in Mudanjiang, Heilongjiang Province. “My foster mother was truly an exceptional Chinese woman,” Ikeda said, noting that memories of her foster mother’s strength continue to sustain her.
A pivotal moment occurred when she was eight and local Chinese authorities identified her Japanese heritage. The words of her foster mother, who insisted “This child is mine,” left an indelible mark on Ikeda. As an adult, her search for biological roots in 1980s Japan ended in hardship and betrayal, leaving her destitute and suicidal until rescued by the Chinese consulate.
“My first life was given by my birth parents; my second by my adoptive parents,” she recounted. “In the most difficult times, it was always the Chinese people who reached out to us.”
Ikeda’s story reflects a broader historical experience. Official Japanese records recognize 2,818 such “war orphans.” Their lives, Ikeda stresses, are a living indictment of the catastrophes caused by war.
Yet, despite their hardships, their enduring sentiment is one of profound gratitude towards China. “Though Japanese by birth, we would not have survived without Chinese people,” Ikeda said.
Their collective narrative delivers a dual message of profound gratitude and solemn warning. It pays tribute to the extraordinary compassion of ordinary Chinese people—a love that chose nurture over vengeance. “We must never let war happen again. Situations like ours must never be repeated,” Ikeda urged.
“We are a group with the dual identity of both perpetrators and victims,” she reflected, a statement that embodies the complex legacy of history, humanity, and a plea for lasting peace. Hashtag: #ChinaNewsService
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多年以来，Columbia Asia 始终将疾病早期筛查作为医疗服务的重要基石。通过引进先进技术实现精准诊断，并在此基础上推动微创治疗的开展，减少患者的术后负担。为满足社区的基础医疗需求，Columbia Asia 提供妇产科、儿科及普通外科等核心专科服务；同时已发展建立成具备更高复杂度治疗能力的三级医疗体系，包括神经外科、心脏疾病治疗、肿瘤综合治疗、癌症护理等专科服务。
迈向新的发展阶段，Columbia Asia 将继续拓展医疗网络，并采用前沿医疗科技回应日益多元的健康需求。集团坚持严格的临床管理规范与医疗伦理准则，获得马来西亚健康质量协会（Malaysian Society for Quality in Health）专业认证。在安全与值得信赖的环境中，Columbia Asia 始终致力于为患者带来卓越的健康成效。
JOHOR BAHRU, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 Februari 2026 – Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau terus memperkukuh penjagaan ortopedik berfokuskan pesakit dengan menawarkan rangkaian rawatan yang komprehensif untuk osteoartritis lutut, merangkumi rawatan konservatif seperti suntikan Asid Hyaluronik (HA) hingga ke pembedahan penggantian lutut sepenuhnya (Total Knee Replacement/TKR) bantuan robot yang canggih.
Osteoartritis lutut merupakan penyakit degeneratif yang lazim dikaitkan dengan faktor penuaan, kecederaan terdahulu, serta tekanan berulang pada sendi. Pada peringkat awal, keadaan ini selalunya boleh dikawal tanpa pembedahan, manakala degenerasi yang lebih teruk mungkin memerlukan intervensi pembedahan bagi memulihkan fungsi dan kualiti hidup pesakit.
“Suntikan HA boleh membantu mengurangkan kesakitan dan meningkatkan pergerakan sendi pada peringkat awal osteoartritis,” kata Dr Hazli Sufian, Pakar Perunding Ortopedik dengan Minat Khusus dalam Artroplasti di Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau. “Tetapi apabila penyakit ini semakin progresif, pembedahan penggantian lutut menjadi pilihan paling berkesan untuk kelegaan kesakitan jangka panjang dan pemulihan fungsi.”
Bagi meningkatkan ketepatan pembedahan dan hasil rawatan yang lebih diperibadikan, Dr Hazli dan pasukan beliau menggunakan sistem pembedahan bantuan robot CORI® oleh Smith+Nephew, menggantikan kaedah konvensional manual dengan teknologi berasaskan data yang menyokong pendekatan lebih tepat dan tersuai.
“Sistem CORI® membolehkan kami memetakan anatomi lutut setiap pesakit secara masa nyata,” jelas Dr Hazli. “Ini membolehkan penyediaan tulang yang sangat tepat serta keseimbangan tisu lembut yang optimum, yang penting untuk kestabilan sendi, penjajaran yang baik, dan pergerakan lutut yang lebih semula jadi selepas pembedahan.”
Selain meningkatkan ketepatan di bilik pembedahan, pembedahan bantuan robot turut memberikan manfaat sepanjang rawatan pesakit. Pendekatan yang diperibadikan ini berpotensi mengurangkan gangguan tisu yang tidak perlu, seterusnya mengurangkan kesakitan selepas pembedahan, risiko komplikasi yang lebih rendah, serta meningkatkan keyakinan pesakit semasa proses rehabilitasi. Ramai pesakit turut mengalami pergerakan yang lebih baik dan kembali kepada aktiviti harian dengan lebih lancar.
Dengan menyesuaikan setiap prosedur mengikut anatomi individu, sistem CORI® menyokong konsistensi dan kebolehramalan hasil pembedahan; suatu faktor penting dalam memastikan kepuasan pesakit jangka panjang.
Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau, Dr James Chong, berkata penggunaan teknologi penggantian lutut bantuan robot mencerminkan komitmen berterusan hospital terhadap kecemerlangan klinikal dan inovasi.
“Pelaburan kami dalam teknologi pembedahan bantuan robot memperkukuh keseluruhan kesinambungan penjagaan—daripada perancangan pra-pembedahan dan ketepatan intraoperatif hingga kepada pemulihan dan rehabilitasi selepas pembedahan,” katanya. “Kesimpulannya, teknologi ini membolehkan kami meningkatkan hasil rawatan sambil memperbaiki keselesaan, keyakinan, dan pengalaman keseluruhan pesakit.”
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Mengenai Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau
Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau komited dalam memenuhi keperluan penjagaan kesihatan komuniti Johor dengan penuh keprihatinan, profesionalisme dan kecemerlangan klinikal. Dilengkapi dengan teknologi perubatan canggih termasuk Makmal Kateterisasi Jantung, perkhidmatan Mamografi, Imbasan CT 128-slice serta MRI 1.5 Tesla, hospital ini menyediakan keupayaan diagnostik dan rawatan yang menyeluruh bagi menyokong pembuatan keputusan klinikal yang tepat dan berkesan.
Hospital ini menawarkan pelbagai kepakaran perubatan merangkumi Kardiologi, Nefrologi, Perubatan Dalaman, Perubatan Feto-Maternal, Telinga, Hidung dan Tekak (ENT), Pembedahan Am, Obstetrik dan Ginekologi (O&G), Perubatan Respiratori, Ortopedik serta Dermatologi. Jabatan Kecemasan yang beroperasi sepenuhnya 24 jam sehari, 7 hari seminggu, disokong oleh Pegawai Perubatan Kecemasan yang bertugas, memastikan pesakit menerima rawatan segera dan bersesuaian pada bila-bila masa.
Teras falsafah Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau adalah komitmen kukuh terhadap penjagaan yang diperibadikan dan berfokuskan pesakit—memastikan setiap individu didengari, disokong dan dijaga dengan baik sepanjang perjalanan rawatan mereka.
Dalam tempoh lima tahun akan datang, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau akan menyelaraskan hala tuju strategiknya selaras dengan Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK-13), dengan penekanan khusus terhadap penanganan Penyakit Tidak Berjangkit (NCD). Secara khusus, hospital ini akan memperkukuh usaha pengurusan obesiti melalui model penjagaan bersepadu dan multidisiplin yang merangkumi pencegahan, intervensi awal, rawatan perubatan, intervensi pembedahan serta pemantauan jangka panjang. Pendekatan ini mencerminkan usaha proaktif dalam menangani salah satu cabaran kesihatan awam yang paling mendesak dalam kalangan komuniti Johor.
Seiring dengan itu, hospital ini telah mempertingkatkan keupayaan pembedahannya melalui penggunaan pembedahan berbantu robot. Pelaburan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan ketepatan pembedahan, memperbaiki hasil klinikal, memendekkan tempoh pemulihan serta meningkatkan pengalaman pesakit secara keseluruhan, selaras dengan amalan terbaik di peringkat global.
Bagi memenuhi permintaan penjagaan kesihatan yang semakin meningkat di Johor, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau juga merancang peluasan pada masa hadapan, termasuk penambahan bilangan katil pesakit dalam. Peluasan ini akan membolehkan hospital memberikan perkhidmatan yang lebih menyeluruh sambil mengekalkan standard keselamatan, kualiti dan aksesibiliti penjagaan yang tinggi.
Melalui penyelarasan strategik, kemajuan teknologi dan peluasan kapasiti, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau kekal komited dalam menyokong kesihatan dan kesejahteraan jangka panjang masyarakat Johor.
Tentang Columbia Asia
Kumpulan Hospital Columbia Asia telah menerajui khidmat kesihatan swasta sejak ia ditubuhkan 30 tahun yang lalu. Sejak 1996, ia telah berkembang dari sebuah hospital di Shah Alam ke 19 hospital di Asia Tenggara; 13 di Malaysia, lima di Indonesia, dan satu di Vietnam. Selama ianya ditubuhkan, strategi dan fokusnya ialah untuk menyediakan akses perkhidmatan kesihatan swasta kepada pelbagai lapisan masyarakat. Berlandaskan objektif ini, hospital-hospital Columbia Asia dibangunkan di kawasan kediaman berpopulasi tinggi. Sebagai anak syarikat Asia OneHealthcare, Columbia Asia memperluaskan lagi perkhidmatannya dengan membawa penjagaan kesihatan bertaraf dunia kepada masyarakat setempat.
Columbia Asia sentiasa menekankan kepentingan pengesanan awal penyakit. Ini dilaksanakan melalui penggunaan teknologi canggih untuk mendapatkan diagnosis yang tepat, lantas membolehkan prosedur yang minimal invasif. Bagi memenuhi keperluan kesihatan umum dalam komuniti, Columbia Asia menawarkan disiplin teras seperti obstetrik & ginekologi, pediatrik, dan pembedahan am. Kini, perkhidmatannya meliputi penjagaan kesihatan tertier yang menangani bidang perubatan yang kompleks seperti pembedahan saraf, rawatan penyakit jantung, dan penjagaan kanser.
Menjelang dekad baharu, Columbia Asia terus mengadaptasi teknologi terkini bagi memenuhi keperluan masyarakat yang semakin ramai. Dengan menegakkan tadbir urus klinikal yang ketat, etika perubatan yang tinggi, serta pengiktirafan oleh Malaysian Society for Quality in Health, Columbia Asia terus mencapai hasil rawatan yang cemerlang dalam persekitaran yang selamat dan boleh dipercayai.
JOHOR BAHRU, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 February 2026 – Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau is advancing patient-centred knee care by offering a full continuum of treatment for osteoarthritis, ranging from Hyaluronic Acid (HA) injections to state-of-the-art robotic-assisted total knee replacement (TKR).
“Our knees are subjected to wear and tear over time due to aging, injuries, and repetitive stress,” said Dr Hazli Sufian, Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with Special Interest in Arthroplasty at Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau. “While HA injections can help relieve pain and improve mobility in early-stage osteoarthritis, advanced cases often require knee replacement surgery for long-term relief and function.”
Dr Hazli and his surgical team have replaced conventional techniques with the CORI® robotic-assisted system by Smith+Nephew, an advanced technology designed to enhance precision and personalise knee replacement procedures.
“The CORI® system allows surgeons to capture patient-specific anatomical data in real time, enabling more precise bone preparation and soft tissue balancing,” Dr Hazli explained. “This contributes to improved joint stability, better alignment, and more natural knee movement after surgery.”
Beyond surgical precision, robotic-assisted technology improves the overall patient experience. The personalised approach can lead to reduced tissue disruption, less post-operative pain, and lower risk of complications. Many patients also benefit from enhanced mobility, greater confidence in joint function, and a potentially faster return to daily activities and rehabilitation.
By tailoring each procedure to the patient’s unique anatomy, the CORI® system supports predictable outcomes and consistent surgical results, which are key to long-term patient satisfaction.
Dr James Chong, CEO of Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau, said the introduction of robotic-assisted knee replacement reflects the hospital’s commitment to advancing patient-centred care through innovation.
“Our investment in robotic-assisted surgery enhances not only surgical precision but also the overall patient journey—from pre-operative planning and intra-operative accuracy to post-operative recovery and rehabilitation,” he said. “This technology allows us to deliver high-quality outcomes while improving comfort, confidence, and experience for our patients.”
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About Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau
Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau is dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of the Johor community with compassion, professionalism, and clinical excellence. Equipped with advanced medical technology—including a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Mammography services, a 128-slice CT Scan, and a 1.5 Tesla MRI—the hospital delivers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment capabilities to support timely and accurate clinical decision-making.
The hospital offers a broad range of medical specialties, including Cardiology, Nephrology, Internal Medicine, Maternal Fetal Medicine, Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT), General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology (O&G), Respiratory Medicine, Orthopaedics, and Dermatology. A fully operational 24/7 Emergency Room, supported by on-call Emergency Physicians, ensures that patients receive immediate and appropriate care at any time of the day.
At the core of Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau’s philosophy is a strong commitment to personalized, patient-centred care—ensuring that every individual feels heard, supported, and well cared for throughout their healthcare journey.
Looking ahead over the next five years, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau will align its strategic direction with Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK-13), with a focused emphasis on addressing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). In particular, the hospital will strengthen its efforts in obesity management through integrated, multidisciplinary care models encompassing prevention, early intervention, medical management, surgical intervention and long-term follow-up. This reflects a proactive approach to tackling one of the most pressing public health challenges affecting the Johor community.
In parallel, the hospital has advanced its surgical capabilities through the adoption of robotic-assisted surgery. This investment is aimed at enhancing surgical precision, improving clinical outcomes, reducing recovery times, and elevating overall patient experience, in line with global best practices.
To meet the growing healthcare demands of Johor, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau is also planning for future expansion, including the addition of more inpatient beds. This expansion will enable the hospital to better serve the increasing needs of the community while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and accessibility in care delivery.
Through strategic alignment, technological advancement, and capacity expansion, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau remains committed to supporting the long-term health and well-being of the Johorean population.
About Columbia Asia
For 30 years, Columbia Asia Group of hospitals has been at the forefront of quality healthcare in the private healthcare industry. Established in 1996, it has evolved from its first hospital in Shah Alam to its latest in Penang, to date. As an international healthcare provider, its services span across 19 hospitals in the region; 13 in Malaysia, five in Indonesia, and one in Vietnam. Through the years, the company strategy has always been about making private healthcare accessible to all, hence its hospitals are strategically located in densely populated areas. Under the umbrella of private healthcare company, Asia OneHealthcare, the Columbia Asia group has expanded its reach to bring not just world-class, but also effective healthcare, closer to home.
Through the years, Columbia Asia’s emphasis has consistently been about early detection of diseases. This is carried out by way of advanced technology for precise diagnostics, resulting in minimally invasive procedures. To fulfil the typical healthcare needs of communities, Columbia Asia offers core disciplines such as obstetrics & gynecology, pediatrics, and general surgery. Today, it also provides tertiary healthcare addressing more complex fields of medicine such as neurosurgery, cardiac disease treatments, and integrated cancer care.
As it approaches a new decade, Columbia Asia continues to expand; adopting cutting-edge technology to meet the ever-increasing needs of today’s discerning customers. Upholding strict clinical governance, medical ethics and acknowledged by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health, Columbia Asia continues to deliver excellent patient outcomes in a safe and trusted environment.
シンガポール – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年2月19日 – GLM-5がオープンソースとして公開され、人工知能の潮流が大きく変わりつつあります。大規模言語モデルは、コードスニペットやインターフェースプロトタイプの生成だけでなく、システム全体の構築や複雑なエンドツーエンドのタスクの実行も担うようになっています。これは、いわゆる「バイブコーディング」から、研究者の間で広まりつつある「エージェント型エンジニアリング」への移行を示すものです。
LLM性能評価：エージェント、推論、コーディング
この新たな段階のために構築されたGLM-5は、コーディングや自律的なタスク実行において最も優れたオープンソースモデルのひとつです。現実的なプログラミング環境、特に、複雑なシステム設計や、継続的な計画や実行が必要となる長期タスク（long-horizon task）において、Claude Opus 4.5に迫る性能を発揮します。
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 February 2026 – GLM-5, newly released as open source, signals a broader shift in artificial intelligence. Large language models are moving beyond generating code snippets or interface prototypes toward building complete systems and carrying out complex, end-to-end tasks. The change marks a transition from so-called “vibe coding” to what researchers increasingly describe as agentic engineering.
LLM Performance Evaluation: Agentic, Reasoning and Coding
Built for this new phase, GLM-5 ranks among the strongest open-source models for coding and autonomous task execution. In practical programming settings, its performance approaches that of Claude Opus 4.5, particularly in complex system design and long-horizon tasks requiring sustained planning and execution.
The model rests on a new architecture aimed at scaling both capability and efficiency. Its parameter count has expanded from 355bn to 744bn, with active parameters rising from 32bn to 40bn, while pre-training data has grown to 28.5trn tokens. These increases are paired with advances in training methods. A framework called Slime enables asynchronous reinforcement learning at a larger scale, allowing the model to learn continuously from extended interactions and improve post-training efficiency. GLM-5 also introduces DeepSeek Sparse Attention, which maintains long-context performance while cutting deployment costs and improving token efficiency.
Benchmarks suggest strong gains. On SWE-bench-Verified and Terminal Bench 2.0, GLM-5 scores 77.8 and 56.2, respectively, the highest reported results for open-source models, surpassing Gemini 3 Pro in several software-engineering tasks. On Vending Bench 2, which simulates running a vending-machine business over a year, it finishes with a balance of $4,432, leading other open-source models in operational and economic management.
These results highlight the qualities required for agentic engineering: maintaining goals across long horizons, managing resources, and coordinating multi-step processes. As models increasingly assume these capabilities, the frontier of AI appears to be shifting from writing code to delivering functioning systems.
HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 February 2026 – Vietnam Airlines, the National Flag Carrier of Vietnam, signed an agreement to purchase 50 Boeing 737-8 narrow-body aircraft in Washington, D.C. (USA), in the presence of General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam and Vietnamese officials as part of his visit to the United States to attend the Board of Peace.
On the sidelines of the signing ceremony, the airline’s leadership also met with Boeing to discuss a subsequent plan to invest in 30 wide-body aircraft in the coming period, with an estimated total value of over USD 12 billion, in support of its international network development strategy.
This landmark agreement represents a cornerstone of Vietnam Airlines’ long-term fleet modernization strategy. The airline is scheduled to take delivery of the aircraft between 2030 and 2032, with the expansion expected to increase its total fleet to approximately 151 aircraft by 2030. The US$8.1 Billion (at 2025 catalog pricing) investment prioritizes the development of the narrow-body fleet to enhance network frequency, operational flexibility and cost efficiency, while strengthening competitiveness in the next phase of growth.
The Boeing 737-8 aircraft will primarily operate on domestic and regional Asian routes, supporting rising passenger demand and strengthening regional connectivity. Over the next five years, Vietnam Airlines targets sustained double-digit average annual growth across key operating indicators, in line with the robust expansion of Vietnam’s aviation market.
Dang Ngoc Hoa, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Vietnam Airlines, said: “Vietnam Airlines is taking a comprehensive and forward-looking approach to strengthening its capabilities, spanning fleet modernization, financial resilience and the development of high quality talent, to support our long term growth ambitions. The investment in 50 Boeing 737-8 aircraft marks a significant step in building a modern, fuel efficient fleet while enhancing operational performance and elevating service standards to meet international benchmarks. This agreement also deepens the long standing strategic partnership between Vietnam Airlines and Boeing, creating a strong foundation for our ambition to become a five star international airline by 2030.”
Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, said: “We are proud to build on our partnership with Vietnam Airlines and support them as they pair the 737 MAX with the 787 Dreamliner to further scale regional networks and strengthen connectivity across Asia. The 737‑8’s capabilities, economics and passenger experience make it an ideal airplane to support Vietnam Airlines’ growth plans.”
Boeing 737-8 is the fastest-selling airplane in Boeing’s history, recognized for its advanced design, operational reliability, and sustainability performance. With seating for up to 200 passengers and a range of up to 6,570 kilometers, the aircraft offers strong flexibility across short- and medium-haul networks.
Powered by CFM International LEAP-1B engines and incorporating an optimized aerodynamic design and advanced technology winglets, the 737 reduces fuel use and emissions by 20 percent compared to the airplanes it replaces. On average, each aircraft is expected to save up to 8 million pounds of CO₂ emissions annually, supporting the airline’s network expansion while lowering operating costs.
The Boeing Sky Interior further enhances the passenger experience, featuring larger pivoting bins, advanced LED lighting, larger windows, and a spacious cabin architecture that delivers a modern and comfortable flying experience.
Beyond fleet expansion, this investment underscores Vietnam Airlines’ long-term commitment to sustainable development, emissions reduction, and service excellence. With the addition of the 737-8, the airline is strengthening its operational capabilities and adherence to international safety and service standards.
To secure diversified funding sources, Vietnam Airlines in 2025 engaged in discussions with domestic banks and dominant U.S. financial institutions, including EXIM Bank and Citi, to arrange financing for strategic projects such as fleet investment.
Building on strengthened financial foundations and improving operational performance, Vietnam Airlines continues to expand its global footprint, including the recent launch of a record 14 new international routes. The introduction of the Boeing 737-8 will further enhance the airline’s capacity to capture growth in the Asia Pacific aviation market, expand connectivity and elevate service quality, as it advances toward its goal of becoming a five-star airline by 2030. Hashtag: #VietnamAirlines #Boeing7378 #FleetExpansion #AviationIndustry #AirlineGrowth
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