Brawijaya University (UB) has revealed its key role in helping Malang City, East Java, earn recognition as a UNESCO Creative City in the field of media arts. Illustration: An aerial view of Brawijaya University in Malang City, East Java. (ANTARA/HO-Brawijaya University) UB Lecturer in Chinese Language and Culture, Yang Nadia Miranti, said the university played a leading role in facilitating the visit of Professor Xiang “Hardy” Yong, UNESCO Chair on Creativity and Sustainable Development in Rural Areas and Dean of the Institute for Cultural Industries at Peking University, to explore Malang’s cultural industry potential. “UB’s academic diplomacy with Peking University…
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HONG KONG, Nov 11, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – Recently, the Bright China 2025 Clear Vision China Myopia Prevention and Control Conference & International Myopia Symposium was held in Shanghai. During the conference, on October 26, Airdoc jointly organized a satellite session themed “Clinical Research and Prospects of PBM(R) Photobiomodulation” with several authoritative experts. At the session, clinical research data on the application of Airdoc’s PBM(R) Vision Rehabilitation Device was released, with the aim of promoting the high-quality development of myopia prevention and control endeavors and assisting in achieving the national strategic goals for myopia prevention and control health. At the…
– Solid Quarterly Performance Drives Positive Profit Growth for the First 9 Months Financial Highlights (Unaudited) For the Nine Months Ended 30 September (HK$ million) 2025 2024 Change Revenue 3,062.1 2,862.2 +7.0% Gross Profit 1,083.0 997.4 +8.6% Profit before taxation 368.7 342.9 +7.5% Profit attributable to owners of the Company 258.1 251.2 +2.7% Adjusted EBITDA 502.3 482.8 +4.0% Earnings per share (HK cents) 24.73 24.07 +2.7% HONG KONG, Nov 10, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – Nissin Foods Company Limited (“Nissin Foods” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; Stock code: 1475) today announced its unaudited third-quarter financial results for the…
One of the final studies required to complete the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and advance toward mine permitting. Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) (“Focus” or the “Company”), a leading Canadian graphite developer advancing high-grade projects in Quebec, is pleased to announce the commencement of a hydrogeological study (the “Study”) at its wholly owned Lac Knife Project (the “Project”). The Study will be executed by Yves Leblanc, P.Geo., of Richelieu Hydrogeologie Inc. (“RHI”), a Quebec based consulting firm specializing in groundwater management, mining and environmental hydrogeology, geothermal systems, and individual well design. RHI has supported Focus and…
168 Partner Companies from 24 Countries and Regions Gather to Explore the Future of Cashless Payments, Crossborder Transactions, and Cybersecurity in Financial Services TOKYO, Nov 7, 2025 – (JCN Newswire) – JCB Co., Ltd. successfully hosted the 18th JCB World Conference on November 5 and 6, 2025, at the INSPIRE Entertainment Resort in Incheon, Republic of Korea, with the generous support of the City of Incheon. This landmark event brought together more than 270 participants representing 168 partner companies from 24 countries and regions, primarily financial institutions engaged in JCB Card issuance and merchant operations. As Japan’s only international payment brand,…
Shaping the future of endoscopy-enabled care through innovation and operational excellence TOKYO, Nov 7, 2025 – (JCN Newswire) – Olympus Corporation (Olympus), a global MedTech leader dedicated to making people’s lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling, today unveiled a comprehensive strategy to transform endoscopy-enabled care through innovation and operational excellence. The strategy aims to accelerate cutting-edge technologies and reinforce Olympus’ global leadership in MedTech, improving outcomes for millions of patients worldwide. “Today marks a pivotal moment for Olympus,” said Bob White, Representative Executive Officer, President and Chief Executive Officer at Olympus. “We are building on our industry-leading installed base of endoscopy systems…
TOKYO, Nov 7, 2025 – (JCN Newswire) – TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Group CEO: Koichiro Tanaka) announces that its new head office, the TANAKA Building, constructed in Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo-ku, and to which the head office functions were relocated on April 1, 2024, has been chosen as a winner of the GOOD DESIGN AWARD 2025, which is organized by the Japan Institute of Design Promotion (JDP). The Vision Behind the New Head Office, TANAKA Building The founding location, Kitajima-cho, Nihonbashi-ku, Tokyo (now Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo-ku), served as the head office of TANAKA from 1885 to…
– Half-Day Leave Granted to Encourage Employee Voting and Civic Participation K. Wah Group announces its support for the upcoming 8th Legislative Council Election in Hong Kong, reaffirming its commitment to civic responsibility and active citizenship. To encourage participation in this important event on 7 December 2025, the Group will provide a half-day leave to Hong Kong-based employees, allowing them time to vote and contribute to the city’s continued stability and development. With a proud 70-year history rooted in Hong Kong, K. Wah Group operates across a wide range of sectors—including property development, hospitality, entertainment and leisure, and construction materials. In…
Asia’s number one telco event will bring together 1,700 professionals, 60+ sponsors and exhibitors, and 120+ speakers. Telecoms World Asia, Asia’s number one telecoms event will return on 18-19 November 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. This year, 1,700 senior executives from telcos, OTT providers, wholesalers, and technology companies across Asia will gather in Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre CentralWorld to connect, collaborate, and explore the innovations shaping the region’s future of telco networks. Attendees can expect insightful discussions on from 5G deployment, AI-powered networks to digitisation of customer services or processes, the evolving telco business landscape and much more. “Asia’s…
Three-year agreement delivers exclusive privileges, joint promotions, and seamless payment benefits to JCB cardmembers booking with Agoda in key Asian markets TOKYO, Nov 6, 2025 – (JCN Newswire) – JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan’s only international payment brand (JCB), and Agoda, a leading digital travel platform, today announced the start of a three-year partnership. The announcement was made at the 18th JCB World Conference. From left to right: Damien Pfirsch, Chief Commercial Officer, Agoda alongside Masaki Yokawa, President & CEO of JCB International Co., Ltd. Effective from April 2026 through March 2029, the…
– Innovations and partnerships including a new collaboration with Snowflake equip developers to turn business data and AI into real business outcomes HONG KONG, Nov 5, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – At SAP TechEd 2025, SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) brings AI deep into the development process to level up how developers build. New AI-driven capabilities in the SAP Build solution, an expanding data ecosystem and powerful Joule Agents empower developers to move from idea to impact with unprecedented speed and confidence. As AI transforms the nature of professional work, SAP also pledges to equip 12 million people worldwide with AI-ready skills by…
Military Metals Corp. (CSE: MILI) (OTCQB: MILIF) (FSE: QN90) (the “Company” or “MILI”) is pleased to report the commencement of a 10 hole, 2500-meter, definition drilling campaign at the company’s 100% owned flagship Trojarová Antimony Gold Project (the “Project”) in Slovakia, and the appointment of David Murray P.Geo as Vice President of Exploration. Highlights of the Campaign Include: Up to 10 diamond drillholes (see drill hole map below) Up to 2500m of drilling 7 holes designed to confirm historical drilling results and update SLR Consulting’s ongoing mineral resource estimate on the Project 3 holes designed to test the deposit for NW strike…
SINGAPORE’S FINEST REAL ESTATE CELEBRATED IN 44 CATEGORIES, LED BY TWO-TIME BEST DEVELOPER WINNER CITY DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED PropertyGuru, Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, unveiled the winners of the 15th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) at a black-tie gala today in Andaz Singapore. Supported by Mitsubishi Electric Asia, the 2025 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) honoured the year’s finest real estate achievements in 44 categories, celebrating excellence in property development, design, and individual leadership. City Developments Limited won the Best Developer award for the first time since 2016, a victory complemented by a win for its project, Union Square Residences.…
The $14.1 million project, announced at the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting, unites Canadian, Ukrainian, and American partners to produce ultra-high-purity graphite for global battery, defence, and advanced-material markets. Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) (“Focus” or the “Company”), a leading developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and innovator of next-generation lithium-ion battery technology, is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Natural Resources Canada (“NRCan”) under the Global Partnerships Initiative (“GPI”) for conditional approval of a non-repayable contribution of up to $14,062,500 pending final due diligence. The funding will support Focus Graphite’s project, “Transformation…
– Strengthening Global IP Presence, Evolving from an ‘IP Operator’ to an ‘IP Ecosystem Builder’ HONG KONG, Nov 3, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – Star Plus Legend Holdings Limited (“Star Plus Legend” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiary, the “Group”, stock code: 6683.HK), announced that the Group, through an industrial fund, has subscribed no more than 7% of the issued share capital (the “Investment”) of Galaxy Corporation Co., Ltd (“Galaxy”), a well-known entertainment management company in South Korea. The first closing of the Industry Fund was completed, and the Group has contributed US$8 million to subscribe for the Industry Fund’s…
Wintermar booked a 25.1%YOY rise in 9M2025 Operating Profit to US$14.7million, supported by an 11.6% increase in Owned Vessel Revenue and rising Gross Margins. Owned Vessel Division Owned Vessel Revenue rose by 11.6%YOY to US$50.3million for 9M2025, driven by a significant increase in High Tier vessel utilization to 76% for 9M2025 compared to 59% in 9M2024. Average charter rates for our fleet have risen around 5% since end 2024 whereas average utilization for 9M2025 was 60.4%, lower than utilization rates of 67% achieved in 9M2024. The lower utilization stemmed from the large number of spot contracts for our mid-tier fleet…
Founders Metals Inc. (TSXV: FDR) (OTCQX: FDMIF) (FSE: 9DL0) (“Founders” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a subscription agreement with Gold Fields Netherlands Services B.V., an affiliate of Gold Fields Limited (JSE: GFI) (NYSE: GFI) (“Gold Fields”), whereby Gold Fields will acquire 12,048,193 common shares of the Company (the “Common Shares”), at a price of $4.15 per Common Share by way of a non-brokered private placement for aggregate gross proceeds of $50,000,000. Proceeds from the strategic investment will be used for land consolidation, regional exploration activities, working capital, and general corporate purposes at the Company’s…
Multiple strategic capital management actions boost financial strength, reducing leverage and financing costs HONG KONG, Nov 3, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – FWD Group Holdings Limited (“FWD Group” or “FWD”) today announced strong new business growth for the nine months ended 30 September 2025[1]. New business sales were up 37 per cent to US$1.935 billion compared to the same period in 2024 on an annualised premium equivalent (APE) basis. New business contractual service margin was US$1.158 billion, with year-on-year growth of 27 per cent. Refinanced US$1.15 billion of debt in September and redeemed US$500 million of debt by mainly utilising recent…
Alltronics Holdings Limited (Alltronics or the Group) (HKG: 833), a leading manufacturer of electronic products, is pleased to announce the completion of its acquisition of the 51% issued share capital of EME Limited (the Target Company), a strategic move expected to enhance the Group’s research and development (R&D) capabilities and diversify its geographical footprint. Upon completion, EME Limited and its subsidiaries (Target Group) will become indirect non-wholly owned subsidiaries of Alltronics, and the financial results of the Target Group will be consolidated into the Group’s consolidated financial statements. EME Limited engages in the business of research and development, manufacturing and sale…
– Revenue Reached RMB117.1 Billion in the First Three Quarters: Energy-Related Businesses Led Growth, Logistics Remained Resilient, Demonstrating High-Quality Development Performance Highlights 01. Revenue Exceeded RMB100 Billion in the First Three Quarters: The Group recorded revenue of RMB117.061 billion, net profit attributable to shareholders and other equity holders of the Company of RMB1.566 billion, and after excluding nonrecurring items, the net profit attributable to shareholders and other equity holders of the parent company amounted to RMB1.455 billion. 02. Cash flow improved substantially: Net operating cash flow increased significantly by 510.19% year-on-year to RMB9.827 billion. 03. Active Share Buybacks to Enhance Investor Confidence: This year,…