Perang Seperti Ukraine dan Iran Mendorong Negara-negara untuk Memikirkan Semula Cara Mereka Mendapatkan Tenaga

Perang Seperti Ukraine dan Iran Mendorong Negara-negara untuk Memikirkan Semula Cara Mereka Mendapatkan Tenaga

Mac 6, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Sudah kurang dari seminggu sejak A.S. dan Israel menyerang Iran dan . Harga minyak melonjak dengan cepat dan terus meningkat apabila prospek konflik yang lebih panjang menjadi lebih mungkin. Qatar telah menghentikan eksport gas asli cecair (LNG) dan Arab Saudi telah menutup kilang penapis utama. Tidak jelas bagaimana saat ini akan berakhir. Namun, tidak kira apa yang berlaku dalam beberapa hari dan minggu akan datang, krisis ini mengingatkan saya kepada trend yang berterusan: pasaran tenaga akan terus, jika tidak mempercepatkan, pergerakan mereka ke arah fragmentasi selepas beberapa dekad integrasi yang semakin meningkat. Apabila geopolitik memanas dan rakan dagang menjadi kurang boleh dipercayai, keselamatan tenaga menjadi keutamaan—tidak kira kosnya. Trend ini sudah berlaku; perang di Iran hanya akan mempercepatkannya. Implikasinya akan mendalam. Negara-negara lebih cenderung untuk bergantung kepada sumber tenaga yang boleh mereka akses dengan mudah di dalam negara. Dan kurangnya perdagangan digabungkan dengan lebih banyak kerumitan boleh menyebabkan tenaga menjadi lebih mahal di beberapa tempat. Apabila bercakap tentang peralihan tenaga, konflik Iran akan membawa dua dorongan yang bercanggah ke kemuncak. Banyak negara akan mahu menggunakan tenaga bersih di dalam negara dengan lebih cepat. Tetapi rantaian bekalan yang berpecah-belah mungkin menjadikannya lebih sukar dan lebih mahal. Apabila peta tenaga global beralih, perang di Iran adalah kejutan terbaru dalam transformasi ini. "Penawar lama untuk berintegrasi ke dalam pasaran global yang berfungsi dengan baik dan saling berkaitan masih memberikan manfaat," kata Jason Bordoff dan Meghan O’Sullivan dalam Foreign Affairs tahun lalu. "Tetapi ia mungkin menawarkan perlindungan yang kurang apabila pasaran itu sendiri berpecah-belah dan tenaga dijadikan senjata dengan cara baharu." Batasan geografi sentiasa menjadi faktor utama dalam membentuk bukan sahaja pasaran tenaga tetapi masyarakat secara lebih luas. John D. Rockefeller membina empayarnya dengan mengawal infrastruktur—kilang penapis, landasan kereta api, dan akhirnya saluran paip—yang menghubungkan medan minyak dengan bandar-bandar yang memerlukan komoditi tersebut. Sekatan A.S. terhadap minyak yang menuju ke Jepun menyumbang kepada serangan negara itu ke atas Pearl Harbor. Embargo minyak 1973 yang dipelopori oleh negara-negara Arab sebagai tindak balas kepada sokongan A.S. terhadap Israel menyumbang kepada krisis tenaga, yang seterusnya menjadi krisis politik. Tetapi dari masa ke masa pasaran tenaga—iaitu minyak, gas, dan arang batu—menjadi lebih bersatu antara negara-negara apabila globalisasi berkembang. Untuk minyak, rangkaian saluran paip, kapal tangki, dan landasan kereta api mengangkut bahan api ke seluruh dunia, mewujudkan pasaran global yang sebenar. Peningkatan LNG telah membolehkan gas asli didagangkan secara global juga. Apabila infrastruktur import dan eksport gas berkembang dalam beberapa tahun kebelakangan ini, nampaknya komoditi itu suatu hari nanti mungkin berfungsi lebih seperti pasaran global juga. Tetapi kemudian Rusia menyerang Ukraine pada tahun 2022 dan sebarang ilusi perdagangan bebas dalam tenaga hilang dalam sekelip mata. Orang Eropah melihat kepada Qatar dan A.S. untuk mengukuhkan rizab gas, tetapi mereka juga berusaha untuk mengembangkan sumber tenaga boleh diperbaharui domestik dan di beberapa negara melihat kemungkinan mengembangkan teknologi seperti tenaga nuklear. Perang di Iran telah menghancurkan banyak keyakinan yang tinggal dalam perdagangan tenaga global. Iran telah secara berkesan menyekat akses ke Selat Hormuz, laluan transit utama yang biasanya menyaksikan lebih daripada 16 juta tong minyak melalui dari luar Iran setiap hari, menurut Rystad Energy. Qatar, salah satu pengeksport LNG terbesar di dunia, menghentikan keseluruhan pengeluaran gasnya, meninggalkan negara-negara di Eropah dan Asia dalam keadaan terumbang-ambing. Tindak balas terhadap keadaan ini pasti akan membantu tenaga boleh diperbaharui. Negara-negara ingin membina apa sahaja sumber tenaga yang mereka miliki secepat dan semurah mungkin. Dalam banyak kes, terutamanya yang tidak mempunyai sumber bahan api fosil, itu kini bermakna membina tenaga suria dan angin. Tetapi ia bukan kemenangan yang bersih. Tempat-tempat seperti A.S., di mana bahan api fosil banyak, akan terus menggandakan usaha. Banyak yang lain mengejar campuran. Sektor arang batu gergasi India sedang berkembang pesat tetapi begitu juga perniagaan tenaga boleh diperbaharuinya. Dan ada cabaran lain: dunia yang lebih berpecah-belah bermakna mungkin lebih sukar untuk mendapatkan akses kepada teknologi tenaga bersih. Laporan 2023 dari International Monetary Fund mendapati bahawa gangguan perdagangan mineral kritikal boleh mengurangkan pelaburan tenaga boleh diperbaharui dan kenderaan elektrik sebanyak 30%. Jika dan apabila keadaan reda, sistem tenaga baharu akan menjadi lebih berdaya tahan walaupun lebih mahal. Lebih banyak kerja perlu dilakukan untuk memastikan ia akan menjadi lebih bersih. Untuk mendapatkan cerita ini dalam peti masuk anda, langgan newsletter TIME CO2 Leadership Report . Kisah ini disokong oleh perkongsian dengan dan Journalism Funding Partners. TIME bertanggungjawab sepenuhnya terhadap kandungan.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. 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‘Ambil Laluan yang Lebih Sukar’: Obama dan Biden Memuliakan Jesse Jackson sebagai Inspirasi untuk Bertindak

‘Ambil Laluan yang Lebih Sukar’: Obama dan Biden Memuliakan Jesse Jackson sebagai Inspirasi untuk Bertindak

Mac 6, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Bercakap pada upacara pengebumian perintis hak sivil yang telah meninggal, bekas Presiden Barack Obama dan Joe Biden pada hari Jumaat menggesa rakyat Amerika untuk berpegang teguh pada harapan dan bekerja untuk meneruskan warisan Jackson yang memperjuangkan perubahan. Walaupun kedua-duanya tidak menyebut nama Presiden Donald Trump dalam ucapan mereka, Obama merujuk kepada “mereka yang berada di jawatan tinggi” dan keadaan kepimpinan Amerika, menyatakan bahawa masa sekarang adalah “masa di mana sukar untuk berharap.” “Setiap hari kita bangun dengan beberapa serangan baru terhadap institusi demokratik kita, satu lagi kemunduran terhadap idea kedaulatan undang-undang, satu kesalahan terhadap kebijaksanaan umum. Setiap hari, anda bangun dengan perkara baru yang anda tidak fikir mungkin. Setiap hari kita diberitahu oleh mereka yang berada di jawatan tinggi untuk takut antara satu sama lain dan berpaling antara satu sama lain, dan bahawa beberapa rakyat Amerika lebih penting daripada yang lain, dan bahawa beberapa tidak bahkan dihitung langsung,” kata Obama. “Di mana-mana kita lihat ketamakan dan kebigotan dihargai, dan bulli dan ejekan berpura-pura sebagai kekuatan,” dia meneruskan. “Kita lihat sains dan kepakaran dihina sementara kejahilan dan ketidakjujuran dan kekejaman dan korupsi memperoleh ganjaran yang tidak terhitung. Setiap hari kita lihat itu, dan sukar untuk berharap pada saat-saat itu.” Tetapi Obama menyebut Jackson sebagai inspirasi untuk tidak “berkompromi dengan kuasa dan ambil apa yang anda boleh” atau “letak kepala anda ke bawah dan tunggu ribut berlalu,” tetapi sebaliknya untuk “ambil jalan yang lebih sukar.” “Suara beliau memanggil setiap daripada kita untuk menjadi pendeta perubahan, menjadi utusan harapan,” kata bekas Presiden itu. Jackson, yang meninggal dunia bulan lepas pada usia 84 tahun, adalah tokoh terkenal dalam Gerakan Hak Sivil, dan murid daripada mendiang Martin Luther King Jr. Pada tahun 1980-an, beliau dua kali cuba memperoleh calon Demokrat untuk jawatan presiden. Obama mengingati ketika melihat Jackson bercakap dalam debat presiden semasa kempen tersebut. Bekas presiden dua penggal itu mengakui bahawa usaha Jackson, walaupun tidak berjaya, adalah sebab beliau sendiri akhirnya terpilih sebagai presiden. “Ia adalah kerana jalan yang beliau telah letakkan kerana keberaniannya, keberaniannya, bahawa dua dekad kemudian, seorang senator muda kulit hitam dari Chicago’s South Side akan diambil serius sebagai calon untuk calon presiden,” kata Obama, yang mewakili Illinois di Senat dari 2005 hingga 2008. Biden naik ke pentas selepas pendahulunya di Rumah Putih dan bercakap tentang membesar di Delaware yang terpisah dan hubungan beliau dengan Jackson. Seperti Obama, Biden bercakap tentang ingatan Jackson sebagai inspirasi untuk bertindak. “Jesse tetap hidupkan harapan untuk kita sepanjang hayatnya, dan kita perlu terus melakukannya,” kata Biden, “kerana tidak ada apa-apa di luar kapasiti kita apabila kita bekerja bersama. Tiada apa-apa, tiada apa-apa, tiada apa-apa. Jadi bangun dan selesaikan kerja beliau.” Bekas Presiden Bill Clinton juga memberi penghormatan kepada pemimpin hak sivil yang telah meninggal itu, mengatakan bahawa Jackson “membuat saya menjadi presiden yang lebih baik kerana beliau sentiasa mendorong tentang perkara-perkara.” “Saya meminta anda bertanya kepada diri sendiri bagaimana anda boleh melakukan lebih banyak dengan menjadi rakan yang lebih baik dan lebih berkesan,” Clinton menyimpulkan ucapan beliau di upacara itu. Bercakap seterusnya, bekas Wakil Presiden Kamala Harris juga secara ringkas merujuk kepada situasi politik sekarang di AS, bermula dengan mengatakan bahawa beliau telah “meramalkan banyak perkara yang sedang berlaku sekarang,” tanpa merujuk secara langsung kepada sebarang acara atau orang tertentu. “Saya tidak suka berkata ‘saya telah memberitahu anda,’ tetapi kita memang melihatnya datang. Tetapi apa yang saya tidak ramalkan adalah bahawa kita tidak akan mempunyai Jesse Jackson bersama kita sekarang untuk membantu kita melalui ini,” beliau meneruskan, sebelum terus memberi penghormatan kepada hidup dan kerja Jackson. Bekas Setiausaha Negara Hillary Clinton juga hadir di pengebumian Jackson, bersama dengan Gabenor California Gavin Newsom, Datuk Bandar Chicago Brandon Johnson, dan Gabenor Illinois J.B. Pritzker. Johnson dan Pritzker kedua-duanya memberikan ucapan di upacara pengebumian Jackson.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Penyelidikan Baru Menunjukkan Bumi Memanas Lebih Cepat Daripada Sebelumnya

Penyelidikan Baru Menunjukkan Bumi Memanas Lebih Cepat Daripada Sebelumnya

Mac 6, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Kelajuan pemanasan global hampir dua kali ganda sejak 2015, sebuah kajian baru yang diterbitkan hari ini dalam Geophysical Research Letters telah mendapati—ini bermakna kita mungkin melanggar matlamat Perjanjian Paris untuk membatasi pemanasan kepada 1.5°C melebihi suhu pra-industri sebelum tahun 2030. Antara tahun 1970 dan 2015, suhu purata permukaan global cenderung mengikuti trend yang stabil, meningkat pada kadar purata 0.2°C setiap dekad. Tetapi menjelang 2015, itu berubah—sepanjang sepuluh tahun yang lalu, dunia telah memanas pada kadar kira-kira 0.35°C setiap dekad. Kesemua 10 tahun terpanas dalam rekod adalah sejak 2015. Tahun-tahun baru-baru ini telah memecahkan rekod suhu—2023 dan 2024 adalah tahun terpanas di Bumi dalam rekod, dengan suhu global melebihi purata 1.5°C pada tahun 2024. Namun, perlu diperhatikan bahawa untuk melebihi had 1.5°C Perjanjian Iklim Paris, tahap ini perlu dilampaui bukan untuk setahun sahaja tetapi untuk purata selama 20 tahun. Namun begitu, pelanggaran 1.5°C selama sebulan atau setahun adalah tanda awal bahawa kita semakin hampir melebihi had jangka panjang, menurut . Kesan pemanasan dunia sudah dirasai di seluruh dunia—dari bencana alam yang lebih kerap dan lebih sengit kepada suhu yang lebih panas. Kesannya hanya akan menjadi lebih teruk: sebuah kajian yang berasingan yang diterbitkan awal minggu ini dalam jurnal mendapati bahawa, secara purata, paras laut pantai adalah lapan inci hingga satu kaki lebih tinggi daripada yang ditunjukkan oleh kebanyakan peta dan model garis pantai dunia—ini bermakna ratusan juta lebih ramai orang lebih hampir mengalami kenaikan paras laut berbanding anggaran sebelumnya. Penyelidik kajian hari ini menyesuaikan data untuk mengambil kira turun naik semula jadi jangka pendek dalam suhu global yang disebabkan oleh faktor seperti El Niño, letusan gunung berapi, dan kitaran suria. Ini membolehkan mereka mengasingkan peranan perubahan iklim dalam mendorong kenaikan suhu. Hasilnya mendedahkan pecutan yang jelas dalam pemanasan global sejak 2015—dengan kepastian statistik lebih daripada 98%. “Kami kini boleh menunjukkan pecutan yang kuat dan signifikan secara statistik dalam pemanasan global sejak sekitar tahun 2015,” kata Grant Foster, ahli statistik dan pengarang bersama kajian itu dalam satu siaran akhbar. “Kami menapis pengaruh semula jadi yang diketahui dalam data pemerhatian, supaya ‘hingar’ dikurangkan, menjadikan isyarat pemanasan jangka panjang yang mendasari lebih jelas kelihatan.” Kajian itu juga menunjukkan bahawa kadar pemanasan dekad yang lalu adalah lebih tinggi daripada mana-mana dekad sebelumnya sejak permulaan rekod berinstrumental pada tahun 1880. Kajian itu tidak menyiasat sebarang punca khusus untuk pecutan itu. Jika pemanasan yang dilihat sepanjang 10 tahun yang lalu berterusan, ia akan membawa kepada pelanggaran jangka panjang had 1.5°C Perjanjian Paris sebelum tahun 2030, para penyelidik menyatakan. Stefan Rahmstorf, penyelidik di Institut Penyelidikan Kesan Iklim Potsdam dan pengarang utama kajian itu menyatakan dalam satu siaran akhbar bahawa hasil yang kita lihat sebahagian besarnya akan bergantung kepada sama ada tindakan ambisius diambil di seluruh dunia atau tidak. Walaupun pemanasan global mungkin tidak dapat dipulihkan dalam skala masa manusia, kajian menunjukkan bahawa jika umat manusia mencapai titik pelepasan karbon sifar, pemanasan global selanjutnya boleh dihentikan. “Seberapa cepat Bumi terus memanas akhirnya bergantung kepada seberapa cepat kita mengurangkan pelepasan CO₂ global daripada bahan api fosil kepada sifar,” kata Rahmstorf. Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Seberapa Dekatkah Kita Menghasilkan Vaksin Universal untuk Penyakit Pernafasan?

Seberapa Dekatkah Kita Menghasilkan Vaksin Universal untuk Penyakit Pernafasan?

Mac 6, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Vaksin biasanya melindungi anda daripada satu penyakit tertentu. Mereka memberi peringatan awal kepada sistem imun tentang rupa penceroboh itu, supaya sel-sel anda bersedia untuk bertindak. Walau bagaimanapun, ada yang melakukan sesuatu yang sedikit berbeza. Sebagai contoh, para penyelidik mendapati semasa pandemik bahawa orang yang menerima vaksin BCG terhadap tuberkulosis—yang tidak disyorkan di AS tetapi biasa digunakan di negara-negara di mana penyakit itu endemik—mempunyai perlindungan tambahan terhadap COVID-19. Ini sepadan dengan pemerhatian selama beberapa dekad bahawa suntikan itu menghalang beberapa penyakit lain. Walaupun vaksin itu sendiri mempunyai kadar kejayaan yang bercampur-campur, cara ia berfungsi telah menarik minat saintis: Ternyata, BCG menggalakkan sistem imun semula jadi, yang tidak khusus untuk patogen tertentu, dan memberikan perlindungan yang luas, walaupun pada tahap rendah, terhadap pelbagai jangkitan. Jadi, adakah mungkin ada cara untuk membuat vaksin yang lebih komprehensif—yang melindungi terhadap banyak virus dan bakteria sekaligus? Dalam sebuah kajian di Science, para penyelidik menerangkan sebuah vaksin, diberikan dalam empat dos semburan hidung, yang menghalang tikus daripada dijangkiti influenza, COVID-19, SARS, dan bakteria yang menyebabkan jangkitan pernafasan. Penemuan ini perlu disahkan dan pendekatan vaksin diuji pada haiwan lain, termasuk manusia, sebelum kepentingannya yang sebenar jelas. Tetapi kajian ini memberikan gambaran menarik tentang cara pencegahan penyakit yang asasnya berbeza dan luas jangkauannya. Campuran bahan yang menarik Tujuan itu adalah untuk merangsang laluan imun yang serupa dengan yang dicetuskan oleh BCG, tanpa memasukkan bakteria hidup, seperti yang diperlukan oleh vaksin tertentu itu, kata Bali Pulendran, seorang profesor mikrobiologi dan imunologi di Universiti Stanford dan pengarang kajian baharu ini. Oleh itu, vaksin baharu ini mengandungi campuran bahan yang bertujuan untuk merangsang beberapa aspek sistem imun. Apabila para penyelidik memberikan rawatan itu kepada tikus selama empat minggu dan kemudian mendedahkan mereka kepada patogen, apa yang mereka lihat adalah menjanjikan. "Sebulan selepas imunisasi, tiga bulan selepas imunisasi, dan dalam beberapa kes, sehingga enam bulan selepas imunisasi, tikus itu dilindungi daripada SARS-CoV-2, patogen SARS asal, dan koronavirus lain," serta patogen lain, kata Pulendran. Dengan meneroka lebih lanjut, mereka mendapati bahawa vaksin itu telah mendorong pembentukan struktur imun kecil di paru-paru, kubu yang dari mana badan tikus boleh terus melawan jangkitan. Struktur itu nampaknya menjadi kunci, kata Akiko Iwasaki, seorang profesor imunologi di Yale School of Medicine yang tidak terlibat dalam kajian itu tetapi menyebutnya "sangat menarik." "Pada manusia, terdapat struktur yang berbeza di hidung, tekak, dan paru-paru yang lebih dalam," katanya. "Sama ada jenis imunisasi ini boleh mendorong struktur serupa pada manusia adalah sesuatu yang perlu diuji." Kebutuhan kerja lanjutan Sememangnya, langkah seterusnya untuk membina ke atas keputusan ini adalah dengan melakukan ujian lebih lanjut, kata Pulendran. Manusia dan tikus, walaupun mempunyai persamaan, berbeza dalam banyak cara yang boleh menghalang usaha untuk membawa pendekatan ini lebih dekat ke arah aplikasi. Vaksin yang boleh melindungi terhadap banyak penyakit secara serentak masih jauh dari tercapai. Tetapi penyelidikan ini adalah langkah yang menarik ke arah itu, kata Ellen Foxman, seorang profesor imunologi di Yale School of Medicine yang tidak terlibat dalam kajian itu. "Ia adalah idea yang sangat menarik. Dan pada pandangan saya, ini juga merupakan idea yang sedang trending dalam imunologi," katanya, menambah bahawa kesan BCG semasa pandemik telah membuatkan ramai penyelidik memikirkan cara untuk menghasilkan perlindungan yang luas dengan jenis vaksin baru. Walaupun kajian ini mungkin antara yang pertama untuk menyelidiki hubungan ini, dia menjangkakan akan ada lebih banyak kerja seumpama ini dalam tahun-tahun akan datang. Apabila para penyelidik meneroka kemungkinan vaksin seperti ini pada manusia, mereka pasti akan menemui beberapa perincian yang mengejutkan tentang cara imuniti berfungsi. "Saya rasa terdapat banyak biologi baharu yang kaya di sini," kata Pulendran, yang ingin tahu sama ada pendekatan serupa mungkin berkesan untuk penyakit selain daripada yang berkaitan pernafasan. Proses memahami bagaimana sistem imun manusia bertindak balas terhadap rawatan seperti ini pasti akan mengilhamkan, kata Foxman. "Vaksin biasa yang kita ada selama beberapa dekad. Terdapat pengalaman selama beberapa dekad tentang cara ia berfungsi pada manusia," katanya. "Dan untuk perkara seperti ini, masih tidak ada pengalaman tentang cara ia berfungsi pada manusia. Jadi itulah persoalan yang belum terjawab."Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Trump Berkata Tidak Akan Ada Perjanjian Dengan Iran Kecuali ‘Pengunduran Tanpa Syarat’

Mac 6, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Presiden Donald Trump berkata AS tidak akan membuat perjanjian untuk menghentikan serangan militer terhadap Iran kecuali negara itu setuju pada “pengunduran surrendah tanpa syarat”. “Selepas itu, dan pemilihan pemimpin yang memuaskan, kita, dan banyak sekutu dan pem合作伙伴 yang hebat dan berani, akan bekerja tanpa henti untuk membawa Iran kembali dari tepi perosakan, menjadikannya lebih besar, lebih baik, dan lebih kuat dari ever sebelum,” kata Trump pada pagi Jumaat. Dia menutup pesannya di Truth Social dengan mengatakan “Iran akan mempunyai masa depan yang hebat” dan mengulangi slogan alternatif “Buat Iran Kembali Besar” yang sering digunakan. Komentar Trump datang beberapa jam selepas Presiden Iran Masoud Pezeshkian berkata “beberapa negara” telah memulakan usaha pengantaran tengah untuk mengakhiri perang yang berkecut dengan cepat. “Biarkan kita bersih: kita berkomitmen kepada perdamaian berterusan di kawasan ini tetapi kita tidak berundur hadapan dalam mempertahankan martabat dan kedaulatan negara kita. Pengantaran tengah harus menyentuh mereka yang menganggarkan ringan rakyat Iran dan memicu konflik ini,” katanya. Tetapi permintaan Trump untuk pengunduran surrendah menunjukkan bahawa penamat konflik mungkin sukar untuk diperundingkan. Iran telah menyoroti tindak balas yang bertentangan terhadap penolakan Trump untuk mengeluarkan pernyataan tidak akan meletakkan pasukan di tanah Iran—peningkatan yang dia katakan akan terbuka jika “diperlukan”. Timbalan Menteri Luar Negeri Iran Abbas Araghchi pada hari Khamis menegaskan negara itu bersedia untuk invasi darat yang mungkin dilakukan oleh pasukan AS. “Kita sedang menunggu mereka,” katanya. “Kerana kita yakin bahawa kita dapat menghadapinya, dan itu akan menjadi bencana besar untuk mereka.” Araghchi, yang berbicara sebelum Pezeshkian, juga menolak untuk mempertimbangkan perundingan perhentian pelecehan. “Kita tidak meminta perhentian pelecehan malah上次. Pada kali sebelumnya, adalah Israel yang meminta perhentian pelecehan. Mereka meminta perhentian pelecehan tanpa syarat selepas 12 hari yang kita bertentangan terhadap serangan mereka,” katanya, merujuk kepada konflik 12 hari pada Jun lepas, yang melihat AS dan Israel bersatu untuk menargetkan tiga kemasukan nuklear Iran yang penting. Sejak AS dan Israel memulakan serangan terhadap Iran pada akhir minggu, yang mengakibatkan kematian pegawai Iran dan beberapa tokoh senior lain, negara itu telah bertindak balas dengan menargetkan beberapa negara di Laut Persian, kapal minyak antarabangsa dan kemasukan, dan asas udara militer. Enam anggota perkhidmatan AS di kawasan ini telah tewas akibat serangan bertindak balas Iran sehingga kini. Trump telah merujuk kepada pasukan yang jatuh sebagai “pahlawan Amerika yang benar” Dalam temu bual telefon dengan TIME pada Rabu, Trump, apabila ditanya sama ada Amerika yang patut khawatir dengan serangan bertindak balas di tanah air, berkata: “Saya rasa. Tetapi saya rasa mereka sentiasa khawatir tentang itu. Kita sentiasa memikirkan tentang itu. Kita merancang untuk itu.” Mengulangi komen yang dia buat sebelum ini, Presiden meneruskan: “Ya, anda tahu, kita mengharapkan beberapa perkara. Seperti yang saya katakan, sesetengah orang akan mati. Apabila anda pergi ke perang, sesetengah orang akan mati.” Trump juga berkata dia bercita-cita memainkan peranan dalam membentuk kerajaan seterusnya di Iran dan siapa yang memimpin, menegaskan ia mesti menjadi pilihan yang sesuai dengan AS. “Salah satu perkara yang saya akan meminta ialah keupayaan untuk berkerjasama dengan mereka dalam memilih pemimpin baharu,” katanya. “Saya tidak melalui ini untuk berakhir dengan Khamenei lain. Saya ingin terlibat dalam pemilihan. Mereka boleh memilih, tetapi kita mesti memastikan ia adalah seseorang yang munasabah kepada AS.”Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Polis British Menangkap Empat Lelaki Diduga Berkhianat terhadap Komuniti Yahudi untuk Iran

Polis British Menangkap Empat Lelaki Diduga Berkhianat terhadap Komuniti Yahudi untuk Iran

Mac 6, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Empat lelaki telah ditangkap pada pagi Jumaat ini kerana disyaki melakukan pengintai terhadap lokasi dan individu yang berkaitan dengan komuniti Yahudi di London untuk membantu Iran. Polis Metropolitan berkata lelaki-lelaki tersebut, berusia antara 22 hingga 55 tahun, telah “ditangkap sebagai sebahagian daripada siasatan Pencegahan Terorisme Polis” di bawah Akta Keselamatan Negara. “Lelaki-lelaki tersebut telah ditangkap kerana disyaki membantu perkhidmatan perisikan asing, bertentangan dengan seksyen 3 Akta Keselamatan Negara 2023. Negara yang berkaitan dengan siasatan adalah Iran,” dikonfirmasi. Detektif telah menangkap lelaki-lelaki tersebut sejurus selepas jam 1 pagi, waktu tempatan, di alamat di daerah-daerah London iaitu Barnet, Harrow, dan Watford sebagai sebahagian daripada apa yang dikenali sebagai “operasi yang dirancang terlebih dahulu” oleh pihak polis. Satu daripada lelaki tersebut adalah warganegara Iran; tiga yang lain adalah warganegara ganda-dua British-Iran. Enam lelaki tambahan telah ditangkap di lokasi yang sama di Harrow, lima kerana disyaki membantu mangsa dan satu kerana disyaki menyerang pegawai polis. Semua lelaki yang terlibat telah dibawa ke tahanan polis. Komander Helen Flanagan, ketua Pencegahan Terorisme Polis London, berkata penangkapan tersebut “adalah sebahagian daripada siasatan yang berlangsung lama dan sebahagian daripada kerja kami yang berterusan untuk mengganggu aktiviti jahat di mana kami mencurigai adanya.” Mengakui bahawa komuniti Yahudi, khususnya, mungkin bimbang, beliau menyeru orang ramai untuk “tetap waspada” dan menghubungi pihak berkuasa sekiranya mereka menyaksikan atau mendengar apa-apa yang mengerikan. Setiausaha Dalam Negeri British, Shabana Mahmood pihak polis dan perkhidmatan keselamatan selepas penangkapan. Beliau berkata pihak berkuasa “tidak akan ragu-ragu mengambil tindakan untuk menghadapi sebarang ancaman kepada UK” dan mempunyai “sepenuh sokongan kerajaan semasa mereka menjalankan kerja penting mereka.” Timbalan Perdana Menteri David Lammy enggan memberikan komen langsung mengenai penangkapan, tetapi berkata semasa sesi bahawa “Iran adalah penderma terbesar terorisme di seluruh dunia dan sayangnya, itu juga berlaku dalam masyarakat kita sendiri. Perkhidmatan perisikan dan polis antiterorisme kita telah menghentikan banyak tindakan selama beberapa tahun lepas.” Sementara itu, kebaikan UK, Campaign Against Antisemitism, mengucapkan terima kasih atas penangkapan, tetapi berkata ancaman daripada Iran “masih tidak dianggap serius oleh Kerajaan” dan bahawa Korps Pengawal Revolusi Islam (IRGC) seharusnya dilarang sebagai organisasi terorisme di UK. Penangkapan di UK berlaku seiring dengan pembesaran perang Iran, yang telah meliputi beberapa negara dan wilayah di seluruh dunia selepas AS dan Israel melancarkan serangan terhadap Iran minggu lepas yang menyebabkan kematian orang Iran. Serangan balas dari Iran sejak itu telah menyasarkan negara-negara Teluk dan juga satu di Cyprus. Sementara UK enggan terlibat dalam serangan awal yang dipimpin oleh AS dan Israel terhadap Iran, ia kemudiannya telah membolehkan AS menggunakan pangkalan British dan telah melancarkan langkah-langkah pertahanan untuk melindungi warganegara UK dan sekutu daripada balasan Iran. Kerajaan juga telah melancarkan usaha meluas untuk membawa pulang warganegara British yang kini terperangkap di Timur Tengah.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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International Women’s Day: Why Menopause May Be a Missed Cardiovascular Risk Window

International Women’s Day: Why Menopause May Be a Missed Cardiovascular Risk Window

Mac 6, 2026
TOKYO, Mar 6, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As International Women’s Day prompt renewed focus on women’s health, OMRON Healthcare has released a new Women’s Heart Health Factbook spotlighting an often-overlooked issue: the intersection between menopause, hypertension, and long-term cardiovascular risk.Why this mattersAn estimated 32% of women aged 30–79 worldwide are living with hypertension.Yet only 59% are diagnosed, and just 23% achieve effective blood pressure control.That equates to less than a quarter of hypertensive women managing to stabilise their blood pressure.Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in women globally, with ischemic heart disease and stroke accounting for the majority of cases. Risk often accelerates during and after menopause, as declining estrogen levels affect vascular health and blood pressure regulation.Women also face additional life-stage factors that may influence cardiovascular outcomes, including pregnancy-related hypertension and hormonal contraceptive use, underscoring the importance of consistent monitoring across the lifespan.Expert perspective"Despite being the leading cause of death for women globally, cardiovascular disease is frequently underdiagnosed and undertreated in women due to longstanding biases in research, clinical guidelines and symptom recognition," said Prof. Alta Schutte, Principal Theme Lead of Cardiac, Vascular and Metabolic Medicine in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at UNSW Sydney, Australia.“Menopause is not only a major life transition — it is also a cardiovascular turning point,” added Karel Herberigs, Managing Director, OMRON Healthcare EMEA. “Greater awareness and routine monitoring can help close a persistent care gap and support earlier intervention.”Archanna Mohangoo, Medical Marketing Manager (EMEA), said: “Too often, symptoms such as fatigue, disrupted sleep, or heart palpitations are attributed solely to menopause, when they may in some cases signal underlying conditions such as hypertension or atrial fibrillation (AFib), which can significantly increase stroke and heart disease risk if left undetected. This Factbook aims to encourage women and healthcare providers alike to look more closely at cardiovascular health during this stage of life.”Potential coverage anglesThe global hypertension care gap in womenMenopause as a cardiovascular risk inflection pointWhy blood pressure monitoring should remain a priority beyond reproductive yearsThe under-recognised burden of heart disease in womenPrevention and early detection strategies across the lifespanThe full Women’s Heart Health Factbook is available to download from: https://brandportal.healthcare.omron.com/share/365D593E-78F0-4F35-9C8A589508CB5951/For interviews, expert commentary, or additional data, please contact: omronhealthcare-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Xunce (3317.HK) Released Profit Alert: Revenue Doubles, Surpasses Expectations by a Wide Margin, China’s Palantir Rises!

Mac 6, 2026
HONG KONG, March 6, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Hong Kong Shenzhen Xunce Technology Co., Ltd. (“Xunce Technology” or the “Company”, stock code: 3317.HK) announced a profit alert announcement. Against the backdrop where most industry peers are still in the investment stage and burning capital continuously, the Company has withstood the test of market cycles and delivered a remarkable performance that substantially outperformed the market consensus, demonstrating strong growth resilience and improving profitability.According to the Company’s announcement, during the reporting period, the Company recorded revenue of RMB 1,283 million, representing a substantial year-on-year increase of 102.95%, with a qualitative leap in profitability. Excluding non-recurring gains or losses, the Company’s adjusted net loss for 2025 amounted to RMB 55 million, representing a significant narrowing as compared with 2024, reflecting continuous improvement in operating quality.In terms of business performance, both the revenue scale and the extent of loss reduction significantly exceeded market analysts’ expectations (Wind Consensus Estimate: revenue RMB 987 million, net profit – RMB 134 million). Particularly noteworthy is that the Company’s revenue for the second half of 2025 surged by 448% compared with the first half, demonstrating a strong quarterly explosive growth trend. The Company’s performance growth momentum has been fully released, with its development drivers continuously strengthened.A Successful Business Model and Forward-Looking Strategy Driving Explosive Performance GrowthClearly, this is inseparable from the strong support of Xunce Technology’s forward-looking strategic layout and successful business model. At the business model level, Xunce Technology has deeply deployed its core technologies and solutions on clients’ self-managed cloud or local systems. Its services cover the top 10 asset management companies in China by asset management scale, and the Company has successfully expanded its solutions to diversified industries beyond asset management, establishing a solid industry leadership position.It is precisely this solid and highly-engaged customer base that has enabled the Company to seize the opportunities of the new wave of technological innovation. In 2025, global AI large models entered a new stage of large-scale deployment, with AI infrastructure and industry solutions rapidly penetrating diverse application scenarios. Enterprises’ demand for real-time, high-quality, and structured data has grown exponentially. The Company has accurately captured these industry opportunities, continued to increase investment in technology R&D and product iteration, and comprehensively upgraded its real-time data platform and AI Agent capabilities. These efforts efficiently meet the data processing, governance, and application requirements of the large-model era, making a major contribution to the Company’s strong performance growth.Another key driver behind the Company’s explosive performance growth comes from business expansion in emerging sectors. In 2025, the Company continued to make breakthroughs in cutting-edge emerging fields such as commercial aerospace, robotics, and intelligent manufacturing, where the market demand for related data solutions has surged dramatically.As enterprise-level AI applications have officially entered a paid adoption boom cycle, the Company has continuously deepened and upgraded its cooperative relationships with core clients. Clients’ willingness to pay for data infrastructure and intelligent analysis services has increased significantly, driving a leap in ARPU. This has further expanded the Company’s performance growth boundaries and unlocked greater room for revenue expansion.Looking ahead, as the Company progressively upgrades its business model to multiple models, including by-token pricing for API invocations, by-token charges for model training, and performance-based payment and revenue-sharing mechanisms, its profit structure will continue to be optimized. The predictability and sustainability of its revenue will be significantly enhanced, enabling the Company to build a more solid growth trajectory and broader profit potential, thereby driving high-quality and sustainable long-term growth in its operating performance.Operating Efficiency Surges, High-Growth Attributes Clearly EstablishedFrom the perspective of key operating indicators, Xunce Technology, with its AI Data Agent at the core, has continuously strengthened its real-time data processing capabilities and built a full-chain technology system with scenario-based applications, achieving dual breakthroughs in operating efficiency and commercial value:The Company’s revenue per employee has reached RMB 2.9 million, approximately double that of traditional software enterprises, reflecting a significant improvement in workforce productivity and setting a new benchmark for industry efficiency. ARPU has surged to RMB 5.56 million, representing a year-on-year doubling from RMB 2.72 million in 2024. This marks a major breakthrough and demonstrates the continued strengthening of the Company’s product competitiveness and growing recognition of its value among customers.In terms of revenue performance, the Company recorded revenue of RMB 1.283 billion in 2025, surpassing the RMB 1 billion scale threshold and marking its entry into a new stage of high-quality development. This milestone reflects a notable strengthening of both scale effects and commercialization capabilities. The Company’s growth rate significantly outpaced the industry average, demonstrating robust growth momentum.Overall, leveraging its leading business model, continuous product innovation, and efficient operating system, the Company has been advancing steadily along the path of high-quality development. Its profitability, growth potential, and industry competitiveness have become increasingly prominent, clearly establishing its high-growth profile.Benchmarking Against Global Data Giant Palantir, Unlocking Long-Term Growth PotentialIn fact, the comprehensive competitiveness of Xunce Technology extends far beyond the above achievements. At the strategic level, the Company has long established a clear development blueprint with immense long-term potential: benchmarking against the world-leading data giant Palantir, it has built full-chain capabilities spanning data acquisition, governance, analysis, and large-model scenario applications, with a high degree of alignment in technical architecture, business model, and growth path. As the Company continues to consolidate its technological barriers and its performance enters a phase of high-speed explosive growth, the market-recognized “China’s version of Palantir” has officially emerged, with its long-term growth potential fully unlocked.The explosive growth delivered in this round of results has further enabled the market to clearly recognize the Company’s scarce intrinsic strengths and the true depth of its value. As a highly scarce investment target in the AI data infrastructure sector of the Hong Kong stock market, the Company has built hard-to-replicate competitive barriers across multiple dimensions, including its product matrix, core technologies, business model and high-quality customer resources. Positioned as a premium core asset in the data track of the large-model era, it is well poised to become the top AI data stock in the Hong Kong stock market.From an industry perspective, competition in the large-model track has formally entered the second half, with the focus shifting away from the models themselves toward AI data infrastructure. A strong industry consensus has emerged that the upper limit of an enterprise’s AI capability is ultimately determined by the quality of its data. Those that possess real-time, structured and scenario-based data processing and application capabilities will be able to establish irreplaceable core competitiveness in the AI era. These structural industry tailwinds are expected to provide solid and sustainable growth momentum for Xunce Technology’s long-term high-quality development.Overall, against the backdrop of widespread pressure across the industry, where investment often outweighs returns, Xunce Technology has delivered results that significantly exceed market expectations, supported by four core strengths: technological leadership, robust product capabilities, diversified expansion and improved operational efficiency. This performance has fundamentally reshaped the capital market’s perception of the Company’s value. Looking ahead, the Company will continue to deepen its focus on the AI data infrastructure track, leveraging technological innovation and the expansion of application scenarios to continuously unlock its growth potential, with substantial long-term development potential. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Iran Tolak Rundingan Gencatan Senjata, Sedia untuk Pencerobohan Darat AS

Iran Tolak Rundingan Gencatan Senjata, Sedia untuk Pencerobohan Darat AS

Mac 6, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Iran bersedia untuk kemungkinan pendaratan tentera AS, kata Menteri Luar negara itu Abbas Araghchi pada Khamis, ketika terus meningkat. Araghchi memberitahu bahawa Iran bersedia untuk menentang tentera Amerika selepas Presiden AS Donald Trump kemungkinan tentera darat awal minggu ini. “Kami menunggu mereka,” kata Araghchi. “Kerana kami yakin bahawa kami boleh menentang mereka, dan itu akan menjadi bencana besar bagi mereka.” AS dan Israel menyerang Iran pada hujung minggu, dalam pengeboman yang dilaporkan menyebabkan . Pemimpin Tertinggi Iran serta berpuluh-puluh pegawai Iran terbunuh dalam serangan itu. Kempen ketenteraan, yang sedang berlangsung, mencetuskan gelombang dari Iran di seluruh Timur Tengah, dilaporkan mengenai kedua-dua pangkalan tentera AS dan tapak awam di negara-negara Teluk, membunuh berpuluh-puluh orang, termasuk enam . Pentadbiran Trump telah memberi isyarat bahawa kempen ketenteraan itu berkemungkinan lebih luas daripada yang digariskan pada mulanya. Trump memberitahu pada Ahad bahawa kempen itu boleh berlangsung sekitar empat minggu, walaupun perang dengan kebanyakan rakyat Amerika dan ketika warga asing yang terkandas di Timur Tengah . Dan Setiausaha Perang AS Pete Hegseth berkata semasa taklimat Khamis bahawa “jumlah kuasa tembakan ke atas Iran dan ke atas Tehran akan melonjak secara dramatik.” Araghchi juga berkata bahawa Iran tidak meminta gencatan senjata dan tidak berminat untuk berunding dengan AS, bertentangan dengan dakwaan Trump bahawa pemimpin Iran “mahu berbincang.” Pegawai keselamatan tertinggi Iran Ali Larijani awal minggu ini di X: “Kami tidak akan berunding dengan Amerika Syarikat.” “Kami tidak meminta gencatan senjata walaupun kali terakhir,” kata Araghchi, merujuk kepada perang 12 hari antara Israel dan Iran Jun lalu yang diakhiri oleh . “Israel yang meminta gencatan senjata. Mereka meminta gencatan senjata tanpa syarat selepas 12 hari kami menentang pencerobohan mereka.” Kedudukan Iran yang keras juga mencerminkan fakta bahawa rundingan nuklear telah pada Februari disambung semula—selepas sebelum ini tergendala oleh konflik Jun lalu, yang termasuk —dan sedang berlangsung sebelum serangan AS dan Israel. “Hakikatnya ialah kami tidak mempunyai pengalaman positif berunding dengan Amerika Syarikat. Anda tahu, terutamanya dengan pentadbiran ini. Kami berunding dua kali tahun lepas dan tahun ini, dan kemudian di tengah-tengah rundingan, mereka menyerang kami,” kata Araghchi. “Jadi kami tidak melihat sebab mengapa kami perlu terlibat sekali lagi dengan mereka yang tidak jujur dalam rundingan, dan mereka tidak dan tidak memasuki rundingan dengan niat baik.”Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Iran Tangguhkan Penamaan Pemimpin Agung Baharu Ketika Ancaman Israel dan Desakan Trump untuk Pengaruh

Iran Tangguhkan Penamaan Pemimpin Agung Baharu Ketika Ancaman Israel dan Desakan Trump untuk Pengaruh

Mac 6, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Iran dilaporkan menangguhkan penamaan a kepada Ayatollah , Pemimpin Tertinggi yang terbunuh pada hujung minggu dalam serangan AS dan Israel ke atas Iran, atas kebimbangan keselamatan kerana Israel telah menegaskan bahawa ia akan menargetkan sesiapa yang dilantik, sementara Presiden Donald Trump telah mengukuhkan lagi keinginan untuk mempengaruhi pemilihan. The New York Times , dengan merujuk kepada dua pegawai Iran yang tidak dinamakan, bahawa sementara anak lelaki kedua tertua Khamenei, Mojtaba Khamenei yang berusia 56 tahun, telah muncul sebagai yang terkuat , tiada siapa yang dinamakan kerana bimbang mereka akan menjadi sasaran. Menteri Pertahanan Israel Israel Katz pada Rabu bahawa mana-mana pemimpin yang dilantik oleh Iran untuk menggantikan Ali Khamenei akan menjadi “sasaran yang tidak dapat disangkal untuk dihapuskan,” sambil menambah bahawa “tidak kira apa namanya atau di mana dia bersembunyi.” Mojtaba Khamenei sebahagian besarnya telah menjauhkan diri dari pandangan umum tetapi mempunyai hubungan rapat dengan pentadbir Iran dan Pasukan Pengawal Revolusi Islam yang berkuasa. Tetapi apabila namanya disebut-sebut, Trump serta-merta mengeluarkan bantahannya. “Mereka membuang masa. Anak lelaki Khamenei adalah seorang yang tidak berpengaruh,” Trump pada Khamis, sambil menambah bahawa ia akan menjadi “tidak boleh diterima” jika pimpinan Iran memilih Mojtaba Khamenei. “Kami mahu seseorang yang akan membawa keharmonian dan keamanan ke Iran.” Trump berkata bahawa beliau perlu “terlibat dalam pelantikan, seperti dengan Delcy di Venezuela,” merujuk kepada , yang menjadi Presiden bertugas Venezuela dengan restu Trump selepas AS dalam awal tahun ini. Berkenaan Iran, Trump memberitahu pada Khamis bahawa beliau mahu membuang struktur kepimpinan yang sedia ada. “Kami mahu masuk dan membersihkan segalanya,” katanya. “Kami tidak mahu seseorang yang akan membina semula dalam tempoh 10 tahun. Kami mahu mereka mempunyai pemimpin yang baik. Kami mempunyai beberapa orang yang saya fikir akan melakukan pekerjaan yang baik.” Tetapi Presiden AS sehingga kini telah menangguhkan penamaan pilihan idealnya. Bercakap dengan TIME untuk , Trump berkata objektifnya adalah untuk melantik di Iran seorang pemimpin “yang rasional dan waras.”Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Hong Kong Completes First Green Methanol Bunkering, Driving Green Transformation of Its International Shipping Hub

Hong Kong Completes First Green Methanol Bunkering, Driving Green Transformation of Its International Shipping Hub

Mac 6, 2026
HONG KONG, March 6, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – 5 March 2026, the world’s first methanol dual-fuel roll-on/roll-off vessel, CM HONG KONG, successfully completed its first green methanol bunkering operation in Hong Kong. This also marks China's first green methanol bunkering operation conducted at anchor.This milestone signifies a major breakthrough in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government’s deepened collaboration with enterprises including China Merchants Group (CMG), China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec Group), and China International Marine Containers Group (CIMC). The achievement responds proactively to the “Dual Carbon” goals and advances implementation of Hong Kong’s Action Blueprint for Green Marine Fuel Bunkering, marking a solid step forward in Hong Kong’s development into an international green marine fuel bunkering centre.The bunkering ceremony, themed “RIDING THE TIDE, GREENING THE FUTURE”, was jointly hosted by China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES), Sinopec (Hong Kong), and CIMC Enric at the Legislative Council Complex. Officiating guests included the Secretary for Transport and Logistics of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Hon Mable CHAN, JP; the Under Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Diane WONG Shuk-han, JP; the Director of Marine, WONG Sai-fat, together with Members of the Legislative Council, the Hon Gary CHAN Hak-kan, SBS, JP; the Hon Judy CHAN Kapui, MH, JP; the Hon Erik YIM Kong, JP; the Hon Aaron BOK Kwok-ming; Dr the Hon Webster NG Kam-wah, JP; Capt the Hon Lothair LAM Ming-fung; and the Hon Tommy CHUNG Ki-fung. Representatives from CMG, Sinopec, and CIMC, along with more than 100 distinguished guests from the shipping, energy, equipment manufacturing, and financial sectors, witnessed the significant moment.During the ceremony, officiating guests jointly launched the bunkering operation. A live screen broadcast the “first injection” of green methanol into CM HONG KONG, while simultaneously displaying the internationally certified green attribute certificate.The vessel completed bunkering via a ship-to-ship (STS) transfer, receiving approximately 500 tonnes of green methanol. According to calculations, this volume is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 85% compared with conventional marine fuels.The green methanol was produced and supplied by CIMC Enric and has obtained ISCC EU certification. The bunkering operation was carried out through Sinopec (Hong Kong)’s professional bunkering service system, and the fuel was ultimately applied by CMES as the shipowner. The operation fully demonstrated a closed-loop green methanol value chain encompassing “production–storage–shipping–bunkering–application”.Pursuant to the Strategic Cooperation Agreement on Jointly Building the Hong Kong Green Methanol Bunkering Centre signed in November 2025, the three parties leveraged their respective core strengths in ocean shipping, oil and gas and green fuel storage-transport-sales, and energy equipment manufacturing. Technical validation, solution optimisation, and emergency preparedness were completed in advance to ensure smooth implementation.To ensure safe and efficient operations, relevant HKSAR Government departments worked in close coordination with participating enterprises. The Transport and Logistics Bureau, Marine Department, Customs and Excise Department, and Immigration Department provided end-to-end support in policy guidance, streamlined approvals, and safety oversight in accordance with the Action Plan on Green Maritime Fuel Bunkering.This inaugural bunkering is not merely a technical demonstration, but a pivotal practice in establishing Hong Kong’s green marine fuel bunkering ecosystem. It verifies both the technical feasibility and commercial operability of green methanol bunkering in Hong Kong, and showcases a “Hong Kong’s Approach” characterised by government-enterprise collaboration, port-shipping synergy, and full industry-chain coordination. This initiative helps attract more green vessels to call at Hong Kong and encourages Hong Kong-registered vessels to increase their usage of green marine fuels, striving to achieve the target of 7% by 2030.The three organizations that collaborated to complete this bunkering operation stated that they would continue to further deepen cooperation, promote the industrialisation, scaling, and regularisation of green methanol supply in Hong Kong, and accelerate the establishment of a comprehensive ecosystem covering production, storage, shipping, bunkering, trading, and financial services. These efforts will support Hong Kong in building a leading green maritime fuel bunkering and trading centre in the Asia-Pacific region, contributing to the national “Dual Carbon” goals, Hong Kong’s carbon neutrality, and the global low-carbon transformation of the shipping industry.PhotosCaption Photo 1Bunkering process of CM HONG KONG Photo 2Bunkering process of CM HONG KONGPhoto 3 Bunkering of the world's first methanol dual-fuel roll-on/roll-off vessel CM HONG KONG in Hong KongPhoto 4Group Photo of All Guests at the Hong Kong’s First Green Methanol Bunkering CeremonyPhoto 5Group Photo of the Kickoff Ceremony at the Hong Kong’s First Green Methanol Bunkering Ceremony Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Ahli Parlimen Texas Tony Gonzales Mengakui Berzina, Menarik Taraf Calon Semula Pilihan Raya

Ahli Parlimen Texas Tony Gonzales Mengakui Berzina, Menarik Taraf Calon Semula Pilihan Raya

Mac 5, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Ahli Parlimen Republik Tony Gonzales dari Texas mengundurkan diri daripada calon semula pilihan raya pada Khamis, selepas mengakui "kesilapan pertimbangan" yang berkaitan dengan dakwaan beliau mempunyai hubungan luar nikah dengan bekas kakitangan yang kemudiannya meninggal dunia akibat bunuh diri. “Selepas renungan mendalam dan dengan sokongan keluarga yang dikasihi, saya telah memutuskan untuk tidak mencari semula pilihan raya sambil menyelesaikan sisa tempoh Kongres ini dengan komitmen yang sama seperti yang saya ada terhadap kawasan saya,” kata Gonzales dalam sebuah . Gonzales akan berhadapan dengan YouTuber dan aktivis hak senjata Brandon Herrera pada Mei dalam undian semula utama untuk kerusi parlimen Texas ke-23, selepas kedua-dua calon masing-masing gagal mencapai 50% undi dalam pemilihan utama Republik pada minggu lepas. Gonzales tidak menangani dakwaan terhadapnya mengenai bekas kakitangan beliau yang meninggal, Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, dalam kenyataannya, tetapi beliau bercakap ringkas tentang perkara itu pada Rabu dalam perbualan dengan . “Saya membuat kesilapan. Saya melakukan kesilapan pertimbangan. Terdapat kekurangan iman. Dan saya mengambil penuh tanggungjawab atas tindakan tersebut,” kata Gonzales apabila ditanya sama ada beliau mempunyai hubungan dengan “gadis muda yang bekerja di pejabat anda ini.” Gonzales menambah bahawa sejak hubungan luar nikah itu, beliau telah “berbaikan” dengan isteri dan “meminta Tuhan mengampuni saya, yang mana Dia telah buat.” Pimpinan Republik Dewan Rakyat telah Gonzales pada Khamis untuk meninggalkan calon semula pilihan raya selepas pengakuan beliau, dan Jawatankuasa Etika Dewan Rakyat ke atasnya kerana kemungkinan melanggar kod tingkah laku, yang mana beliau berkata beliau . Ahli parlimen Republik lain telah menyeru Gonzales untuk mengundurkan diri, yang mana beliau telah menentang sebelum ini.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Hong Kong Tech Innovators Drive Success at Mobile World Congress and 4YFN Barcelona 2026

Hong Kong Tech Innovators Drive Success at Mobile World Congress and 4YFN Barcelona 2026

Mac 5, 2026
HONG KONG, March 6, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), in collaboration with Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), led a delegation of 20 local innovation and technology (I&T) companies and institutions to Barcelona, Spain, concluding a highly successful participation at the world’s premier connectivity event—Mobile World Congress (MWC), and debuted at the startup-centric stage—4 Years From Now (4YFN) 2026. This participation has enabled local tech firms to access markets overseas, showcasing their strengths in research and development (R&D), and demonstrating the city’s role as a leading international I&T hub.The delegation effectively spotlighted Hong Kong’s cutting-edge innovative solutions in Connectivity, Devices and Systems, Digital Transformation, and support from Ecosystem Partners, successfully engaged global industry leaders and investors to generate business collaboration, technology co-development and investment opportunities.Iris Wong, Director, Merchandise Trade and Innovation / Director, External Relations, HKTDC, said, “Hong Kong is committed to developing into an international I&T centre, actively promoting cross-industry integration and driving high-quality development of the industries through technological innovation. We possess a robust mobile communications infrastructure, and the industry is highly competitive in research and development as well as technology related to 5G/6G applications and AI integration. This year, the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion adopts a dual-pavilion layout to showcase the city's I&T capabilities on two international platforms – MWC and 4YFN – helping the industry expand into European and broader global business opportunities.”Derek Chim, Head of Startup Ecosystem and Development, HKSTP said, “MWC and 4YFN bring together the world’s most influential stakeholders across connectivity and innovation ecosystems. Our dual-zone presence gave our innovators the global stage to validate solutions, gain visibility and drive business traction. HKSTP will continue to strengthen the I&T ecosystem and bring Hong Kong's research excellence to Europe and beyond.”A series of dialogues and exchanges—spanning networking reception and themed talks to pitching sessions—were held at the Pavilions and attracted an enthusiastic response. The events highlighted the dynamism of Hong Kong’s I&T ecosystem to European audiences, while enabling participants to more deeply understand the city’s unique advantages as a “super-connector” and “super value-adder”. This positions the city as a strategic springboard for international companies entering Asian markets, while enabling local and Chinese Mainland firms to leverage this edge to expand globally.Following his visit to the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion, Alejandro Gallego, International Business Director of AMEC, said: “The Hong Kong Pavilions are highly inspirational, and the exhibiting companies we visited showcased exceptionally innovative technological solutions. We have started conversations with Hong Kong companies to explore concrete opportunities for collaboration.”Jacobo Pérez-Soba, Manager of the Internationalisation Department, Madrid Chamber of Commerce & Industry, said: “The solutions and services provided by Hong Kong companies are highly forward-looking and demonstrate outstanding technological advancement. I also learned about upcoming tech events in Hong Kong, which are expected to be of significant interest to Spanish companies and startups.”As 2026 marks the opening year of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, with technological innovation as one of the national priorities, HKTDC shall continue to join hands with HKSTP to support local tech firms in "going global" through jointly organising the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion, accelerating Hong Kong’s I&T by building a vibrant, internationally competitive ecosystem and fostering the development of new quality productive forces.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3Nm5qHlHong Kong Tech Pavilion debuted a dual presence at MWC and 4YFN 2026, featuring 20 Hong Kong I&T companies and institutions in Barcelona to showcase the city’s innovative technology solutions. Throughout the four-day event, the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion at MWC saw a constant stream of visitors, attracting a significant number of international telecom operators, corporate decision-makers, and investors. The Hong Kong Tech Pavilion debuted at the startup-centric 4YFN, served as a vibrant stage for Hong Kong’s up-and-coming innovation power. A series of dialogues and exchanges—spanning networking reception and themed talks to pitching sessions—were held at the MWC Pavilion and attracted an enthusiastic response. The seminar “Ready for Asia' Take the Fast Track Through Hong Kong” was held at the Pavilion to share strategies for international companies to enter Asian markets, speakers included (starts from the second left in Photo 6) Chris Lo, Regional Director, Europe, Central Asia & Israel of HKTDC; Paula Kant, Head, Investment Promotion of InvestHK; Jennifer Chan, Board Member of HKSTP; Prof Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Daniel Garcia, Founder of a Spain startup VirtuaBroker. Another seminar, the "Hong Kong Tech Disrupt" featured insights from Jennifer Chan, Board Member of HKSTP (first from left); Derek Chim, Head of Startup Ecosystem and Development of HKSTP (middle); alongside were representatives from park companies, including Kinson Chan, CEO of eSIX Limited (second from right) and Edward Mak, CEO & Founder of Vista InnoTech (second from left). The seminar drew attention from numerous professionals in the European technology sector.Full list of 20 tech entities showcasing at Hong Kong Tech Pavilion during MWC and 4YFN 2026:MWC 2026 – Booth 6E44 at Hall 61Entoptica LimitedDevices & Systems2eSIXConnectivity3Faraconix Technologies Co., Ltd.Connectivity4FreightAmigo Services LimitedDigital Transformation5Glassdio Scientific Company LimitedConnectivity6Harvest Elite International LimitedDigital Transformation7HongKong Umedia LimitedDevices & Systems8iASPEC Services LimitedDigital Transformation9InvestHKEcosystem Partners10Robocore Technology LimitedDevices & Systems11Shannon & Turing Technology LimitedConnectivity12The Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityEcosystem Partners13Xeroptix TechnologyDevices & Systems4YFN 2026 – Booth 8.1B31 at Hall 8.114AIGM LimitedDigital Transformation15BWSea Technology (HK) Co., LimitedDigital Transformation16Cresento LimitedDevices & Systems17GoGoChart Technology LimitedDigital Transformation18HairCoSys LimitedDevices & Systems19KNQ Technology LimitedDigital Transformation20Vista Innotech LimitedDevices & SystemsAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels.About Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks CorporationHong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 to create a thriving I&T ecosystem grooming 12 unicorns, more than 16,000 research professionals and over 2,400 technology companies from 24 countries and regions focused on developing healthtech, AI and robotics, fintech and smart city technologies, etc.Our growing innovation ecosystem offers comprehensive support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate and commercialise innovation for technology ventures, with the I&T journey built around our key locations of Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong and three modern InnoParks in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long realising a vision of new industrialisation for Hong Kong, where sectors including advanced manufacturing, micro-electronics and biotechnology are being reimagined.Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch in Futian, Shenzhen plays positive roles in connecting the world and the mainland with our proximity, strengthening cross-border exchange to bring advantages in attracting global talent and allowing possibilities for the development of technology companies in seven key areas: Medtech, big data and AI, robotics, new materials, microelectronics, fintech and sustainability, with both dry and wet laboratories, co-working space, conference and exhibition facilities, and more.Through our R&D infrastructure, startup support and enterprise services, commercialisation and investment expertise, partnership networks and talent traction, HKSTP continues to contribute in establishing I&T as a pillar of growth for Hong Kong. More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.Media Contact:Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks CorporationAngela Lau, +852 6535 7611, angela.lau@hkstp.orgHong Kong Trade Development CouncilWinnie Kan, +852 2584 4055, winnie.wy.kan@hktdc.org Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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CMS (867.HK/8A8.SG): Self-Developed INHBE-Targeting siRNA Drug Received IND Approval for Overweight/Obesity

CMS (867.HK/8A8.SG): Self-Developed INHBE-Targeting siRNA Drug Received IND Approval for Overweight/Obesity

Mac 5, 2026
SHENZHEN, CHINA, Mar 5, 2026 – (ACN Newswire) – China Medical System Holdings Limited (“CMS” or the “Group”) is pleased to announce that self-developed innovative drug INHBE-targeting small nucleic acid drug CMS-D008 injection (“CMS-D008”) received the Drug Clinical Trial Approval Notice issued by National Medical Products Administration (“NMPA”) on 4 March 2026. The NMPA has approved the conduct of clinical trials of CMS-D008 injection for overweight or obese individuals. About CMS-D008 CMS-D008 is a novel siRNA therapy administered by subcutaneous injection. CMS-D008 targets and reduces the hepatic expression of the inhibin subunit beta E (INHBE) gene and lowers the level of Activin E protein encoded by INHBE, which blocks Activin E-ALK7 signaling and reduces fat accumulation effectively. Preclinical studies suggested that CMS-D008 efficiently and sustainably suppressed INHBE expression. In the diet-induced obesity model, CMS-D008 enhanced weight loss by reducing fat mass while retaining lean mass with a good safety profile. It demonstrates potentially better prospects for high-quality, long-term weight loss that boosts fat-specific loss while preserving muscle mass. In the future, it may be developed for the treatment of overweight/obesity, abdominal obesity, and related metabolic diseases. Fat Loss, muscle preserved: a potentially better therapeutic option for overweight/obesity Overweight or obesity is a chronic, progressive, relapsing disease characterized by excessive accumulation or abnormal distribution or function of body fat[1]. World Obesity Atlas 2025 Report projected that the global proportion of overweight and obese adults will rise to 50%, with nearly 3 billion adults impacted by high body mass index (BMI), and the population of adults who are overweight or obese in China is projected to reach 515 million by 2030[2]. Existing GLP-1RAs have been proven to be effective for the treatment of overweight and obesity. The main actions of GLP-1RAs are to suppress appetite by acting on the central nervous system and to delay gastric emptying[3]. INHBE’s novel mechanism of action differs from GLP-1RAs. INHBE is identified through genome-wide association studies. Populations with loss of function in INHBE are associated with favorable fat distribution and beneficial metabolic characteristics[4]. Targeted inhibition of INHBE might be more conducive for long-term weight management at the genetic level with precisely lower visceral fat and favorable metabolic profiles. CMS-D008 teams up with CMS-D005: highly effective weight loss plus long-term maintenance, building a more comprehensive weight-loss solution CMS-D008 will synergize with CMS-D005, a self-developed innovative drug currently in clinical development. CMS-D008 reduces fat without sacrificing muscle mass by precisely inhibiting INHBE gene expression; while CMS-D005, as a GLP-1R/GCGR dual agonist, can effectively reduce liver fat while losing weight. The synergy between these two drugs will achieve highly effective weight loss benefits and long-term maintenance of results, jointly enhancing the Group’s R&D capabilities and product competitiveness in the field of obesity/metabolic treatment. Furthermore, leveraging the Group’s mature network resources in the field of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, the drug’s R&D and commercialization process will be accelerated, providing patients with more comprehensive and innovative treatment options. The Group is actively preparing to initiate relevant clinical trials and strives to launch the Product as soon as possible. About CMS CMS is a platform company linking pharmaceutical innovation and commercialization with strong product lifecycle management capability, dedicated to providing competitive products and services to meet unmet medical needs. CMS focuses on the global first-in-class (FIC) and best-in-class (BIC) innovative products, and efficiently promotes the clinical research, development and commercialization of innovative products, enabling the continuous transformation of scientific research into clinical practices to benefit patients. CMS deeply engages in several specialty therapeutic fields, and has developed proven commercialization capabilities, extensive networks and expert resources, resulting in leading academic and market positions for its major marketed products. CMS continues to promote the in-depth development in its advantageous specialty fields, strengthening the competitiveness of the cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic/ gastroenterology/ ophthalmology/ skin health businesses, bringing economies of scale in specialty fields. Among them, the skin health business (Dermavon) has become a leading enterprise in its field, and is proposed to be listed independently on the SEHK. Meanwhile, CMS continuously promotes the operation and development of its integrated R&D, manufacturing and commercialization chain in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, capturing growth opportunities in emerging markets to support the high-quality and sustainable development of the Group. Reference: 1. Chinese Society of Endocrinology. Guideline for chronic weight management and clinical practice of anti-obesity medications(2024 version). Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism. 2024,40(7):545-564. 2. World Obesity Federation. World Obesity Atlas 2025. London: World Obesity Federation, 2025. https://data.worldobesity.org/publications/?cat=23 3. Zhikai Zheng, Yao Zong, Yiyang Ma, Yucheng Tian, Yidan Pang, Changqing Zhang, Junjie Gao. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor: mechanisms and advances in therapy. Sig Transduct Target Ther 9, 234 (2024). doi: 10.1038/s41392-024-01931-z 4. Parsa Akbari, Olukayode A Sosina, Jonas Bovijn, et al. Multiancestry exome sequencing reveals INHBE mutations associated with favorable fat distribution and protection from diabetes. Nat Commun.2022 Aug 23;13(1):4844. doi: 10.1038/s41467-022-32398-7. CMS Disclaimer and Forward-Looking Statements This press release is not intended to promote any products to you and is not for advertising purposes. This press release does not recommend any drugs, medical devices and/or indications. If you want to know more about the diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases, please follow the opinions or guidance of your doctor or other medical and health professionals. Any treatment-related decisions made by healthcare professionals should be based on the patient’s specific circumstances and in accordance with the drug package insert. This press release which has been prepared by CMS does not constitute any offer or invitation to purchase or subscribe for any securities, and shall not form the basis for or be relied on in connection with any contract or binding commitment whatsoever. This press release has been prepared by CMS based on information and data which it considers reliable, but CMS makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, whatsoever, and no reliance shall be placed on, the truth, accuracy, completeness, fairness and reasonableness of the contents of this press release. Certain matters discussed in this press release may contain statements regarding the Group’s market opportunity and business prospects that are individually and collectively forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Any forward-looking statements and projections made by third parties included in this press release are not adopted by the Group and the Company is not responsible for such third-party statements and projections.
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Anime Tokyo Station: “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” Special Exhibition, February 21 to May 24, 2026

Anime Tokyo Station: “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” Special Exhibition, February 21 to May 24, 2026

Mac 5, 2026
TOKYO, Mar 6, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Anime Tokyo Station is an anime exhibition site focused on Japanese anime content, which has developed a devout fan base around the world. From February 21 (Sat.) to May 24 (Sun.), 2026, it will be holding the “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” Special Exhibition. A preview was held for the press on February 20 (Fri.), the day before the exhibition opened.©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, KODANSHA/ “Ten-Sura” ProjectThis special exhibition looks back on the story through the third season of the TV anime, highlighting iconic scenes and memorable lines. Visitors can enjoy exhibits unique to Anime Tokyo Station, including interactive digital content and a photo spot where they can take commemorative photos with Rimuru. With displays that unfold alongside character introductions and other features, even those who have not yet seen the anime can enjoy the exhibition as preparation for the film set for release in late February and the fourth season of the TV anime starting in April.Come to Anime Tokyo Station and experience the appeal of “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime.”Exhibits©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, KODANSHA/ “Ten-Sura” ProjectAbout the SeriesWhat is “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime”?“That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” is an isekai anime series following a protagonist who is reincarnated as a slime in another world, using the skills he acquires along with his wits and courage to gather allies. The first season of the TV anime aired on TOKYO MX and other channels from October 2018 to March 2019.In 2021, TV anime Season 2 Part 1 aired from January to March, followed by the spin-off comic adaptation “Slime Diaries: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” from April to June, and TV anime Season 2 Part 2 from July to September, making for nine consecutive months of broadcasts. Then, on November 25, 2022, “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie – Scarlet Bond” was released nationwide, becoming a major hit with over one million admissions and box office revenue of 1.4 billion yen in Japan.To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the web novel “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime,” the Tensura 10th Project launched on February 20, 2023. As part of this project, the all-new three-episode animation “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Visions of Coleus” began streaming on November 1, 2023. On December 16, 2023, the series’ first large-scale event, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Tensura 10th Live, was held at Mori no Hall 21 in Matsudo. Furthermore, the third season of the TV anime aired from April to September 2024. Following the final episode of Season 3, production of a second theatrical film and Season 4 of the TV anime was announced. “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie – Tears of the Azure Sea” is set to release on February 27, 2026.The original manga “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” (serialized in Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Sirius / Manga: Taiki Kawakami, Original story: Fuse, Character design: Mitz Vah) is a comic adaptation of the popular web novel of the same name by Fuse, which surpassed 1 billion page views on the user-generated novel publishing website “Shosetsuka ni Naro.” The combined worldwide circulation of the manga, novels, and spin-off works has exceeded 56 million copies (as of June 2025).* “Shosetsuka ni Naro” is a registered trademark of HinaProject Inc.Tensura Portal Site: ten-sura.comOfficial X: @ten_sura_anime / Official Instagram: tensura_official / Official TikTok: @ten_sura_animeEvent OverviewTitle:“That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” Special ExhibitionDates:February 21, 2026 to May 24, 2026Name:Anime Tokyo Station (also known as "Anime Tokyo")Location:Floors B1 to 2F of Tokyu East 5 (2-25-5 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo) * 4 minutes on foot from Ikebukuro StationHours:11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (last admission: 6:45 p.m. / Special exhibitions close: 6:30 p.m.)Closed:Mondays* If Monday falls on a holiday, the venue will be open on Monday and closed on the following dayNew Year's holiday periodMay be closed on other daysPlease check the venue website before coming.Admission fee:FreeWebsite:https://animetokyo.jp/en/SNS:X｜https://x.com/animetokyo_info （@animetokyo_info）Instagram｜https://www.instagram.com/animetokyostation/（@animetokyostation）YouTube｜https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSJOjGJE5Yiqw3PZ97AVdJwInquiries regarding this press releasePublic Relations Office of "Anime Tokyo Station" (Kyodo PR)Contact person: Miri YasudaE-mail: animetokyo-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Press release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20260306.pdf Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Mengapa Amerika Syarikat Melancarkan Operasi Ketenteraan di Ekuador?

Mengapa Amerika Syarikat Melancarkan Operasi Ketenteraan di Ekuador?

Mac 5, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Amerika Syarikat dan Ecuador mengumumkan minggu ini bahawa mereka telah memulakan operasi ketenteraan bersama untuk memerangi narkoterorisme di negara Amerika Selatan ini. Komando Selatan AS (Southcom), yang mengawasi aktiviti ketenteraan negara di Amerika Latin dan Caribbean, berkata dalam satu pada Selasa bahawa pasukan ketenteraan Ecuador dan Amerika telah memulakan operasi pada hari itu “menentang Organisasi Pengganas yang Ditetapkan di Ecuador.” “Operasi ini adalah contoh kuat komitmen rakan-rakan di Amerika Latin dan Caribbean untuk memerangi bencana narkoterorisme,” kata Southcom dalam siaran pers. “Bersama-sama, kita mengambil tindakan tegas untuk menghadapi pengganas narko yang telah lama mengenakan keganasan, kekerasan, dan rasuah kepada warga di seluruh hemisfera.” Southcom juga berkongsi di X sebuah di mana sebuah helikopter dilihat terbang dan mengambil anggota tentera. Komando itu tidak menjelaskan apa yang digambarkan oleh video itu, atau bagaimana ia berkaitan dengan operasi di Ecuador. Pegawai-pegawai setakat ini telah berkongsi sedikit maklumat tentang operasi ketenteraan. Tetapi inilah yang kita ketahui. Apa yang kita ketahui tentang operasi bersama di Ecuador berkata dalam satu di X minggu ini bahawa negara akan menjalankan “operasi bersama dengan sekutu serantau kami, termasuk Amerika Syarikat” pada bulan Mac. Beliau tidak memberikan sebarang butiran tentang skala operasi atau sasaran yang dimaksudkan. “Keselamatan rakyat Ecuador adalah keutamaan kami, dan kami akan berjuang untuk mencapai keamanan di setiap sudut negara,” katanya dalam siarannya. “Untuk mencapai keamanan itu, kita mesti bertindak dengan kuat terhadap penjenayah, di mana sahaja mereka berada. Pengejaran keadilan dan martabat negara tidak akan pernah menjadi penganiayaan, tetapi sebaliknya janji yang akan kita penuhi kepada rakyat Ecuador.” Pentadbiran Trump belum secara terbuka berkongsi bagaimana tentera AS terlibat dalam operasi di Ecuador. Tetapi seorang pegawai Amerika, bercakap kepada dengan syarat tidak disebut nama, berkata bahawa, dalam beberapa bulan sebelum pengumuman minggu ini, Pasukan Khas AS telah membantu askar Ecuador menyediakan serbuan. Anggota tentera Amerika, kata pegawai itu kepada Times, telah ditempatkan untuk menyokong tentera Ecuador dalam operasi itu, yang dilaporkan menyasarkan kemudahan dadah yang diketuai oleh geng ganas. Tentera AS, bagaimanapun, tidak akan terlibat secara langsung dalam operasi itu, kata pegawai kepada Times. Perang Trump yang semakin luas terhadap kartel dadah Operasi ketenteraan bersama di Ecuador adalah langkah terbaru yang diambil oleh Pentadbiran Trump untuk memerangi pengedaran dadah di Amerika Latin. Salah seorang pembantu utama Presiden Donald Trump, timbalan ketua staf Rumah Putra Stephen Miller, memberitahu pemimpin pertahanan Amerika Latin pada Khamis bahawa tindakan ketenteraan diperlukan untuk memerangi kartel dadah. “Kami telah belajar selepas dekad-dekad usaha bahawa tidak ada penyelesaian keadilan jenayah untuk masalah kartel,” kata Miller. “Sebab mengapa ini adalah persidangan dengan kepemimpinan ketenteraan dan bukan persidangan pengacara adalah kerana organisasi-organisasi ini hanya boleh dikalahkan dengan kuasa ketenteraan.” Dalam beberapa bulan kebelakangan ini, Pentadbiran Trump telah meningkatkan dengan ketara kehadiran dan aktiviti ketenteraan AS di rantau ini, menggambarkan langkah-langkah itu sebagai sebahagian daripada usaha untuk memusnahkan kartel dan menghentikan aliran dadah ke AS. Bermula pada bulan September, Pentadbiran telah membenarkan di Laut Caribbean dan Lautan Pasifik Timur ke atas berpuluh-puluh bot yang telah . Pentadbiran memberitahu Kongres dalam notis sulit pada musim luruh bahawa Trump telah menentukan bahawa AS berada dalam “perang bersenjata” dengan kartel dadah. Presiden juga menyasarkan bekas Presiden Venezuela Nicolás Maduro, yang dituduh AS mengetuai organisasi pengedaran dadah, dalam tempoh berbulan-bulan yang memuncak dengan operasi ketenteraan AS yang agresif di negara Amerika Selatan pada awal tahun yang mengakibatkan Maduro . Pegawai AS mengangkut Maduro ke New York, di mana beliau tidak bersalah terhadap pertuduhan pengedaran dadah di mahkamah. AS juga menyediakan “sokongan perisikan” kepada kerajaan Mexico untuk “membantu” dalam operasi di mana pasukan Mexico Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, raja dadah yang dikenali sebagai “El Mencho,” pada bulan Februari, menurut . Tentera Amerika tidak mengambil bahagian secara fizikal dalam operasi itu, bagaimanapun. Dalam satu baru yang dikeluarkan lewat tahun lepas, Pentadbiran Trump meletakkan tindakan ketenteraan AS yang menyasarkan kartel sebagai sebahagian daripada pergeseran yang lebih luas dalam dasar luar AS ke arah rantau ini. Dokumen itu menetapkan rancangan untuk AS menegaskan semula “keunggulan”nya di Hemisfera Barat, termasuk dengan mengambil alih rakan-rakan di rantau untuk “mengawal migrasi, menghentikan aliran dadah, dan memperkukuhkan kestabilan dan keselamatan di darat dan laut” dan mengalihkan kehadiran ketenteraan globalnya ke kawasan itu “untuk menangani ancaman mendesak.” Ia juga secara eksplisit meminta “penempatan sasaran untuk mengamankan sempadan dan mengalahkan kartel, termasuk penggunaan kekuatan maut jika perlu untuk menggantikan strategi kegagalan hanya penguatkuasaan undang-undang selama beberapa dekad yang lalu.” Kebanyakan taktik yang digunakan oleh Pentadbiran Trump dalam perangnya yang semakin sengit terhadap dadah telah menimbulkan reaksi negatif yang besar daripada ahli undang-undang, pengundi, pemimpin asing lain, dan pakar undang-undang, termasuk ke atas bot dadah yang didakwa dan operasi yang membawa kepada . “Setiausaha Agung sangat bimbang dengan peningkatan baru-baru ini di Venezuela, yang memuncak dengan tindakan ketenteraan Amerika Syarikat hari ini di negara itu, yang mempunyai implikasi yang membimbangkan untuk rantau,” kata Stéphane Dujarric, jurucakap setiausaha agung PBB, selepas serangan AS di Venezuela. “Bebas daripada situasi di Venezuela, perkembangan ini merupakan preseden yang berbahaya.” Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Tolak Langkah Kuasa Perang untuk Sekat Trump ke atas Iran

Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Tolak Langkah Kuasa Perang untuk Sekat Trump ke atas Iran

Mac 5, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat yang diterajui Parti Republikan pada hari Khamis menolak langkah yang bertujuan untuk menghalang Presiden Donald Trump daripada menjalankan serangan tentera lanjut ke atas Iran tanpa kelulusan kongres, sekali gus memberikan kemenangan kepada Rumah Putih walaupun penggubal undang-undang menyuarakan kebimbangan mendalam mengenai konflik yang semakin meluas itu. Resolusi Kuasa Perang (War Powers Resolution), yang diperkenalkan oleh Reps. dan Thomas Massie, gagal dalam undian 212-219 selepas pemimpin Republikan mengumpulkan sokongan yang cukup untuk menewaskannya, membolehkan Pentadbiran meneruskan kempen ketenteraannya terhadap Iran buat masa ini tanpa perlu mendapatkan kebenaran baharu daripada Kongres. Semua Demokrat Dewan mengundi untuk resolusi tersebut kecuali Reps. Henry Cuellar dari Texas, Jared Golden dari Maine, Greg Landsman dari Ohio, dan Juan Vargas dari California. Reps. Warren Davidson dari Ohio dan Thomas Massie dari Kentucky menyertai majoriti Demokrat sebagai satu-satunya anggota Republikan yang mengundi menyokongnya. Undian Dewan itu dibuat sehari selepas usaha serupa yang diketuai oleh Sen. Tim Kaine dari Virginia. Langkah itu gagal melepasi halangan prosedur dalam undian 47–53 yang kebanyakannya mengikut garis parti, dengan kebanyakan anggota Republikan menentangnya dan kebanyakan Demokrat menyokongnya. Secara keseluruhannya, kedua-dua undian itu merupakan ujian pertama sama ada Kongres bersedia untuk mengekang konflik yang dimulakan oleh Trump tanpa terlebih dahulu mendapatkan kelulusan mereka. Hasilnya jelas menunjukkan bahawa mereka tidak bersedia, sekurang-kurangnya buat masa ini. Baca cerita muka depan terbaharu TIME: Walaupun kedua-dua dewan meluluskan resolusi itu, Trump dijangka akan memvetonya. Mengatasi veto presiden memerlukan sokongan dua pertiga dalam kedua-dua dewan, dan Kongres tidak pernah mengatasi veto presiden terhadap resolusi kuasa perang. Ini menjadikan undian hari Khamis di Dewan sebagai teguran simbolik terhadap tindakan Presiden dan bukannya tindakan praktikal, satu ujian sama ada cukup anggota Republikan yang sanggup menentang kepimpinan parti untuk memajukan langkah tersebut. Resolusi Kuasa Perang, yang diluluskan pada tahun 1973 selepas Perang Vietnam, direka untuk menyemak tindakan unilateral seperti itu. Ia memerlukan Presiden untuk memaklumkan kepada Kongres dalam tempoh 48 jam selepas membawa pasukan A.S. ke dalam permusuhan dan melarang angkatan tentera daripada kekal dalam konflik sedemikian selama lebih daripada 60 hari—dengan kemungkinan lanjutan 30 hari—tanpa pengisytiharan perang atau kebenaran khusus untuk penggunaan kuasa tentera. Ia juga membenarkan mana-mana anggota Kongres untuk memaksa undian ke atas resolusi yang mengarahkan penyingkiran pasukan A.S. Iran adalah negara yang diserang oleh tentera A.S. semasa penggal kedua Trump. Bagi sesetengah penggubal undang-undang, undian mengenai resolusi kuasa perang membawa gema detik-detik lalu apabila Kongres membuat rekod dalam perkara perang. Undian tahun 2002 yang membenarkan pencerobohan Iraq diteliti dengan mendalam pada tahun-tahun berikutnya, apabila konflik berlarutan dan risikan asasnya dicabar. Penggubal undang-undang yang menyokong kebenaran itu berulang kali ditekan untuk mempertahankan kedudukan mereka, terutamanya apabila bertanding untuk jawatan yang lebih tinggi. Trump memang menghantar surat pemberitahuan yang diwajibkan oleh undang-undang kepada Kongres pada hari Isnin, beberapa hari selepas melancarkan serangan udara besar-besaran ke atas sasaran Iran. Tetapi di dalamnya, beliau menyifatkan misi itu sebagai memajukan kepentingan negara dan menghapuskan Iran sebagai ancaman global—bahasa yang berbeza daripada dakwaan awam Pentadbiran bahawa serangan itu perlu untuk mengelakkan bahaya yang bakal berlaku kepada tentera dan sekutu Amerika di rantau itu. Rasional yang berubah-ubah itu telah memperdalam keraguan dalam kalangan Demokrat, yang ramai daripadanya keluar daripada taklimat sulit pada hari Selasa dengan menyatakan bahawa mereka tidak yakin bahawa Pentadbiran telah menunjukkan ancaman segera yang mewajarkan tindakan memintas Kongres. “Donald Trump bukan seorang raja,” kata Rep. Gregory Meeks, Demokrat tertinggi dalam Jawatankuasa Hal Ehwal Luar Dewan, di lantai Dewan pada hari Rabu. “Jika beliau percaya perang dengan Iran adalah demi kepentingan negara kita, maka beliau mesti datang ke Kongres dan mengemukakan kesnya.” Speaker Mike Johnson memberi amaran bahawa mengehadkan kuasa Presiden semasa pasukan Amerika sudah terlibat akan melemahkan Amerika Syarikat. “Operasi itu perlu, sah dan berkesan,” kata Johnson, dengan alasan bahawa mengubah haluan akan “terus memberi kelebihan kepada musuh.” Penggubal undang-undang berkata Setiausaha Negara Marco Rubio dan Setiausaha Pertahanan Pete Hegseth memberi amaran dalam taklimat itu bahawa operasi boleh meningkat dalam beberapa hari akan datang. Pada satu ketika, Rubio secara terbuka mencadangkan serangan itu didorong oleh rancangan Israel untuk menyerang Iran dan kebimbangan bahawa pasukan Amerika mungkin menghadapi tindakan balas. Kemudian, beliau dan yang lain menekankan pembangunan peluru berpandu balistik Iran sebagai ancaman yang bakal berlaku dan serius. Dalam suasana lain, Presiden telah membingkai misi itu secara lebih meluas sebagai usaha untuk “meneutralkan aktiviti jahat Iran.” Dalam satu panggilan telefon pada hari Rabu, Trump mengakui kemungkinan bahawa rakyat Amerika harus bimbang tentang serangan balas di tanah air. “Saya rasa begitu,” katanya. “Tetapi saya fikir mereka bimbang tentang perkara itu sepanjang masa. Kami memikirkannya sepanjang masa. Kami merancang untuknya. Tetapi ya, anda tahu, kami menjangkakan beberapa perkara. Seperti yang saya katakan, sesetengah orang akan mati. Apabila anda pergi berperang, sesetengah orang akan mati.”Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. 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Siapa Markwayne Mullin, Setiausaha Keselamatan Dalam Negeri Baru?

Mac 5, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Markwayne Mullin, seorang senator Oklahoma dan bekas pejuang seni mempertahankan diri campuran, bersedia untuk memasuki arena yang jauh berbeda selepas Presiden Donald Trump menunjuknya untuk menjadi Setiausaha Keselamatan Dalam Negeri berikutnya. “Saya gembira untuk mengumumkan bahawa Senator Amerika Syarikat yang sangat dihormati dari Negara Bagian Oklahoma, Markwayne Mullin, akan menjadi Setiausaha Keselamatan Dalam Negeri Amerika Syarikat,” kata Presiden Donald Trump di Truth Social. Beliau menambah bahawa Setiausaha Keselamatan Dalam Negeri semasa, Kristi Noem, akan mengambil peranan baru sebagai utusan khas untuk Pelindung Amerika. Setelah dinominasikan secara rasmi, Mullin akan menghadapi pendengaran pengesahan Senat, di mana Demokrat berkemungkinan menekannya tentang bagaimana dia akan menguruskan dasar imigresen garis keras Pentadbiran. Mullin, berusia 48 tahun, sedang menjalankan penggalan pertama sebagai senator AS dari Oklahoma. Sebagai ahli suku Bangsa Cherokee, dia adalah senator penduduk asli Amerika pertama dalam dua dekad. Sebelum itu, dia berkhidmat sebagai ahli kongres AS untuk kawasan kongres kedua Oklahoma dari 2013 hingga 2023. Sebagai sekutu setia Trump, Mullin berkempen di beberapa negeri pertempuran pada tahun 2024 sebagai pengganti, memikat pengundi penduduk asli Amerika. Semasa kempen Trump, Mullin memberi isyarat bahawa dia akan “berbangga” bekerja dengan presiden “di Senat atau dalam peranan lain,” seperti dilaporkan Axios. Sebagai ahli undang-undang persekutuan, Mullin belum pernah berkhidmat di Jawatankuasa Keselamatan Dalam Negeri Dewan Rakyat atau Jawatankuasa Keselamatan Dalam Negeri Senat. Di Senat, tugas jawatankuasanya termasuk Jawatankuasa Perkhidmatan Angkatan Tentera Senat, Jawatankuasa Peruntukan, Jawatankuasa Hal Ehwal India, dan Jawatankuasa Kesihatan, Pendidikan, Buruh, dan Pencen (HELP). Pada tahun 2013, semasa tahun pertamanya di Kongres, Mullin dirujuk kepada Jawatankuasa Etika Dewan Rakyat kerana kebimbangan mengenai pendapatan luar yang berkaitan dengan rancangan radio beliau dan penampilan dalam iklan untuk perniagaan paip keluarga beliau. Beliau kemudiannya membayar balik wang itu selepas semakan jawatankuasa. Baru-baru ini, senator Oklahoma itu menarik perhatian semasa ucapan keadaan negara Trump apabila dia memegang papan yang dibawa oleh Ahli Kongres Demokrat Texas, Al Green, yang bertulis “Orang Hitam Bukan Monyet,” yang dipamerkan oleh Green sebagai tindak balas kepada siaran Presiden yang banyak dikritik sebagai perkauman. Pada tahun 2023, Mullin mengalami pertukaran pandangan yang panas semasa pendengaran Senat dengan Sean O’Brien, presiden kesatuan buruh terbesar Amerika, Teamsters, selepas O’Brien menuduh Mullin sebagai “penipu” dan “badut” di X. Mullin menjawab dengan mencabarnya untuk pertarungan sangkar sebelum Senator Bernie Sanders campur tangan dan menggesa mereka untuk berhenti. [video id=ThhWegKs] Sebelum memasuki politik, Mullin adalah seorang penternak dan pemilik perniagaan paip keluarga beliau, yang dia ambil alih selepas bapanya sakit. Pada tahun 2010, dia memperoleh Ijazah Sarjana Muda Teknologi Pembinaan dari Institut Teknologi Universiti Negeri Oklahoma, menjadikannya satu-satunya senator AS yang sedang berkhidmat tanpa Ijazah Sarjana Muda. Mullin juga bersaing sebagai pejuang seni mempertahankan diri campuran, memenangi tiga perlawanan profesional antara tahun 2006 dan 2007.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Starmer Mempertahankan Keputusan Tidak Menyertai Serangan Awal Terhadap Iran Walaupun Aduan Trump

Starmer Mempertahankan Keputusan Tidak Menyertai Serangan Awal Terhadap Iran Walaupun Aduan Trump

Mac 5, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Perdana Menteri British Keir Starmer tegas berdiri belakang keputusannya untuk tidak menyertai serangan awal terhadap Iran oleh AS dan Israel—langkah yang membuatnya mendapat . “Fokus saya adalah menyediakan kepimpinan yang tenang dan waras dalam kepentingan negara… Itu bermakna mempunyai kekuatan untuk berdiri tegas berdasarkan nilai dan prinsip kita, tanpa mengira tekanan untuk bertindak sebaliknya,” kata Starmer semasa sidang media Khamis. “Ia adalah dalam kepentingan negara—dan saya berdiri belakangnya.” Walau bagaimanapun, Starmer mengakui serangan balas Iran yang meluas yang berlaku sejak tindakan ketenteraan AS-Israel dilancarkan awal Sabtu telah mengubah keadaan secara drastik. “Apabila Iran mula menyerang negara-negara di sekitar Teluk dan rantau yang lebih luas, situasi berubah,” katanya, sambil mengatakan bahawa Britain sedang menjalankan misi untuk melindungi “rakyat dan sekutu”nya. “Jets kami berada di langit malam tadi di atas Jordan, Qatar, dan rakan kongsi lain, mengisi minyak di udara untuk memanjangkan misi mereka. Kami sentiasa menyediakan semula jets dan simpanan peluru berpandu kami dan kami sedang menrespondi permintaan daripada sekutu di rantau untuk bantuan lanjut,” katanya. Starmer sebelum ini memerintahkan kapal perang HMS Dragon untuk ditempatkan untuk membantu pertahanan tapak British dan rakan kongsi, terutamanya tapak udara RAF di Akrotiri, Cyprus, . Dalam ucapan terbaharu beliau, Starmer mengumumkan bahawa Helikopter Wildcat dengan keupayaan anti-drone akan tiba di Cyprus pada Jumaat. Setiausaha Pertahanan UK John Healey sedang di Cyprus untuk menyemak semua strategi. Starmer juga mengumumkan bahawa empat jet Typhoon tambahan akan menyertai skuadron British di Qatar untuk mengukuhkan langkah pertahanan berterusan. Kementerian UK, dalam pada itu, terus cuba membawa pulang “Brits yang terdedah” yang kini terperangkap di Timur Tengah. Penerbangan charter pertama dari Oman bertolak pada petang Khamis. “Konflik ini mungkin berterusan untuk beberapa lama,” kata Starmer, dengan penekanan bahawa semua usaha ditujukan untuk melindungi nyawa British. Walau bagaimanapun, seperti ramai pemimpin Eropah lain, Starmer menyeru untuk penurunan tahap ketegangan. “Posisi British yang lama adalah bahawa cara terbaik untuk rantau dan dunia adalah penyelesaian melalui rundingan dengan Iran, di mana mereka menyerahkan hasrat nuklear mereka,” katanya. Walaupun Starmer awalnya menolak akses AS ke tapak UK untuk melancarkan serangan ke Iran, beliau bertukar arah pada malam Ahad, mentafsirkan ia sebagai “cara terbaik untuk menghapuskan ancaman mendesak dan menghalang situasi daripada menjadi lebih teruk.” Tetapi Trump, sejak itu, berkali-kali menyalahkan Starmer kerana keterlambatan, dengan alasan ia membiarkan AS kehilangan jam-jam kritikal. “Dia merosakkan hubungan. Kami sangat terkejut. Ini bukan Winston Churchill yang kita hadapi,” kata Trump mengenai Starmer semasa sidang media di Oval Office pada Selasa. Kesal utama Trump adalah bahawa dia awalnya dilarang melancarkan serangan dari Kepulauan Chagos, tempat tapak udara bersama UK-AS Diego Garcia, yang kini disewakan oleh UK selepas ia menyerahkan kedaulatan pulau tersebut kepada Mauritius tahun lepas—langkah yang pernah dilabelkan Presiden sebagai “tindakan kebodohan yang besar.” “Kami mengambil tiga atau empat hari untuk mencari tempat kita boleh mendarat. Ia akan lebih mudah jika mendarat di sana, berbanding terbang lebih banyak jam tambahan,” kata Trump. Dalam temu bual dengan laman media British, Trump bahawa ia “sangat sedih melihat bahawa hubungan [UK-AS] jelas tidak seperti dahulu.” Ini adalah naratif yang Starmer cepat menepiskan dari pihaknya. Apabila ditanya jika tindakannya mungkin menghalang hubungan UK-AS, Starmer memberitahu House of Commons pada Rabu: “Pesawat Amerika yang beroperasi dari tapak British, itu adalah hubungan khas dalam tindakan… bergantung pada kata-kata terkini Presiden Trump bukanlah.”Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Carney Menkritik Pendekatan AS Terhadap Perang Iran Tetapi Tidak Mahu Menyingkirkan Kemungkinan Penyertaan Dari Kanada

Carney Menkritik Pendekatan AS Terhadap Perang Iran Tetapi Tidak Mahu Menyingkirkan Kemungkinan Penyertaan Dari Kanada

Mac 5, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Perdana Menteri Kanada Mark Carney menyifatkan perang Iran yang semakin meluas sebagai “kegagalan” tatanan antarabangsa, tetapi enggan menolak kemungkinan Kanada menyertai konflik tersebut. “Seseorang tidak boleh secara kategorikal menolak penyertaan. Kami akan berdiri bersama sekutu kami,” kata Carney apabila ditanya sama ada negaranya akan memberikan bantuan tentera. Bercakap bersama Perdana Menteri Australia Anthony Albanese semasa sidang akhbar bersama di Canberra pada pagi Khamis, waktu tempatan, pemimpin Kanada tersebut mencatat perbezaan antara apa yang beliau huraikan sebagai tindakan serangan tanpa konsultasi dan komitmen pakatan yang lebih luas negara beliau. “Terdapat perbezaan antara tindakan serangan yang telah dan sedang diambil oleh Amerika Syarikat dan Israel tanpa konsultasi dengan Kanada dan sekutu lain. Kami bukan pihak kepada tindakan-tindakan tersebut,” katanya. “Kami akan sentiasa mempertahankan rakyat Kanada dan kami akan sentiasa berdiri bersama dan mempertahankan sekutu kami apabila dipanggil.” Kenyataan Carney menggemakan kenyataan yang beliau buat sehari sebelum itu, di mana beliau mengutuk cara serangan yang membunuh jeneral teratas Iran dilancarkan dan menyalahkan Washington kerana gagal menyelaraskan dengan sekutu dan badan antarabangsa. “Kami menyokong usaha untuk menghalang Iran daripada mendapatkan senjata nuklear dan menghalang rejimnya daripada menimbulkan ancaman lebih lanjut terhadap keamanan dan keselamatan antarabangsa,” katanya. “Namun, kami mengambil kedudukan ini dengan penyesalan, kerana konflik semasa adalah contoh lain kegagalan tatanan antarabangsa.” “Kami mengutuk serangan yang dilakukan oleh Iran ke atas orang awam dan infrastruktur awam di seluruh Timur Tengah, dan kami menyeru semua pihak, termasuk Amerika Syarikat dan Israel, untuk menghormati peraturan penglibatan antarabangsa,” tambah Carney. Komen terkini Carney mengenai “kegagalan” tatanan antarabangsa menggemakan kenyataan yang beliau buat semasa ucapan beliau di Davos pada awal tahun ini, di mana beliau menggambarkan “pecah belah” dan berkata tatanan dunia lama “tidak akan kembali”. Albanese juga telah menyertai panggilan untuk penyelarasan, tetapi mengesahkan sokongan terhadap objektif yang dinyatakan bagi kempen tentera. “Dunia mahu melihat penyelarasan dan mahu melihat Iran berhenti menyebarkan destinasi serangannya,” katanya. “Saya mahu melihat kemungkinan Iran mendapatkan senjata nuklear dihapuskan, sekali dan untuk selama-lamanya… Saya juga mahu melihat penghapusan ancaman berterusan yang telah ada untuk tempoh yang lama.” Di Eropah, sementara itu, Perdana Menteri Sepanyol Pedro Sánchez telah berkata bahawa serangan tersebut menjejaskan norma antarabangsa. Tetapi Presiden Donald Trump membela tindakan tentera semasa mesyuarat bulat dengan pemimpin perniagaan pada hari Rabu, menegaskan bahawa serangan tersebut adalah perlu untuk menghalang Iran daripada memperoleh senjata nuklear. “Jika kami tidak menyerang dalam dua minggu, mereka akan mempunyai senjata nuklear… Apabila orang gila mempunyai senjata nuklear, perkara buruk akan berlaku,” katanya. Dalam mesyuarat yang sama, bagaimanapun, Trump memberikan alasan yang sedikit berbeza, mengulangi penjelasannya yang terdahulu bahawa tindakan tentera diambil sebagai langkah pra-emptif. “Saya fikir jika kami tidak melakukannya terlebih dahulu, mereka akan melakukannya kepada Israel dan menembak kami, jika itu mungkin,” katanya, di tengah-tengah kebimbangan bahawa Pentadbiran Trump sedang bergelut untuk menetapkan alasan definitif untuk perang tersebut.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Iran Menghadang AS Akan ‘Sangat Menyesal’ Menenggelamkan Kapal Perang Iran

Iran Menghadang AS Akan ‘Sangat Menyesal’ Menenggelamkan Kapal Perang Iran

Mac 5, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Iran telah memberikan peringatan kepada Amerika Syarikat, mengandaikan konsekuensi yang serius bagi Pentagon yang menenggelamkan kapal perang Iran di pesisir Sri Lanka dengan torpedo. “AS telah melakukan kejahatan di laut, 2000 mil dari pantai Iran,” kata Menteri Luar Negeri Iran Abbas Araghchi pada pagi hari ini. “Perhatikan pernyataan saya: AS akan sangat menyesal [prestasi] yang telah ditetapkan.” Araghchi berkata kapal perang perwira Iran IRIS Dena adalah “tetamu angkatan laut India” dan kira-kira 130 pelaut “dihantam di perairan antarabangsa tanpa pemberitahuan”. IRIS berarti Islamic Republic of Iran Ship dan berfungsi sebagai pengenal kapal perang Iran. Kapal perang itu telah mengambil bahagian dalam latihan laut di Teluk Bengal. Menurut pegawai Sri Lanka, lebih 80 pelaut Iran tewas, lebih 30 terluka, dan yang lain masih hilang. Usaha penyelamat masih berlangsung. Menteri Kesihatan Sri Lanka Nalinda Jayatissa melaporkan kepada parlimen hari ini bahawa kapal perang Iran lain sedang berlayar berhampiran perairan teritorial Sri Lanka. “Kami sedang membuat intervensi yang perlu untuk menyelesaikan isu ini, membatasi ancaman terhadap nyawa dan memastikan keselamatan rantau,” katanya. Kejadian torpedo itu telah dipuji sebagai pameran kekuatan militer AS oleh Menteri Pertahanan Pete Hegseth. “Kapal selam AS menenggelamkan kapal perang Iran yang berfikir ia selamat di perairan antarabangsa,” katanya kepada pemberita di Pentagon pada hari Rabu. “Bukan itu, ia ditenggelamkan oleh torpedo. Kematian yang tenang.” Jeneral Dan Caine, Ketua Staff Bersama, merujuk operasi itu sebagai “pameran luar biasa jangkauan global Amerika” dan menyatakan bahawa ini adalah kali pertama torpedo AS menenggelamkan kapal sejak Perang Dunia II. “Mencari, menemui dan membunuh penyeberangan di luar kawasan adalah sesuatu yang hanya AS boleh lakukan pada skala ini,” katanya. Kapal perang itu adalah salah satu daripada lebih 20 kapal Iran “dihantam atau ditenggelam ke dasar lautan” oleh pasukan AS, menurut Komando Sentral AS. Walaupun Presiden Donald Trump menyatakan awal minggu ini bahawa sesetengah pegawai tinggi Iran , Iran terus menerus melancarkan serangan balas. Kor Tentera Revolusi Iran berkata ia telah menembusi tanker minyak AS di Laut Persia Utara pada hari Khamis, . Beberapa tanker telah menghentam jala di Laut Persia selepas IRGC mengeluarkan peringatan bahawa sebarang tanker AS, Israel, atau Eropah yang melalui Selat krusial, laluan sempit antara Laut Persia dan Laut Oman yang melalui kira-kira satu lima daripada pengeluaran minyak global, akan “pastinya ditembusi”, menurut Dengan交通 di Selat Hormuz kebanyakannya berhenti, harga minyak dan gas global telah melonjak, kos pengangkutan telah melonjak pesat, dan banyak syarikat asurans telah menyingkirkan perlindungan risiko perang. Kesan ini mungkin akan dirasakan oleh pengguna AS pada segera. “Penyebaran yang teruk,” kata Noam Raydan, fellow senior di The Washington Institute for Near East Policy, kepada TIME. “Bagi banyak kapal, jika mereka ingin melintasi melalui Hormuz, mereka akan melintasi tanpa perlindungan, bermakna jika apa-apa berlaku—pencuraman, tumpahan minyak—ituhanya atas mereka,” tambahnya, menyatakan bahawa syarikat simply tidak akan—juga tidak perlu—membawa risiko itu. Iran kelihatan telah menargetkan beberapa tanker minyak di Selat dan infrastruktur tenaga di negara-negara Laut Persia sebagai sebahagian daripada usaha balas dendamnya sejak AS dan Israel melancarkan tindakan militer terhadap negara itu pada pagi hari Sabtu, dalam serangan awal. Konflik ini kini telah merenggut beberapa negara dan wilayah lain, dengan tiada penghabisan segera. “Kami memastikan Iran tidak dapat dengan cepat membina semula atau membina semula keupayaan pertempuran atau kuasa pertempurannya,” Caine berkata kepada pemberita hari Rabu, menyatakan bahawa kampanye militer AS—yang bernama Operasi Epic Fury—akan berterusan. Enam anggota perkhidmatan AS di rantau itu telah tewas akibat serangan balas Iran sehingga kini. Trump telah merujuk pasukan yang tewas itu sebagai “pahlawan AS yang benar”. Sementara itu, terdapat kebimbangan yang meningkat bahawa perang Iran ini adalah —peralatan militer canggih yang penting untuk melindungi asas AS, kapal, dan sekutu di seluruh dunia sepanjang tahun. Terdapat kebimbangan bahawa ia mungkin mempengaruhi keupayaan AS untuk membantu Ukraina dalam operasi pertahanannya terhadap Rusia. “Saya sangat khawatir dengan Ukraina,” kata Senator Richard Blumenthal dari Connecticut, Demokrat yang bersitting di Jabatan Angkatan Bersenjata Senat, kepada TIME. “Secara berfikir biasa, sumber dan bekalan kita terhad, dan saya rasa kita akan kesulitan, pada suatu ketika, untuk memberitahu Ukraina apa yang akan datang.” Tetapi pegawai pers White House Karoline Leavitt menegaskan bahawa AS “mempunyai keupayaan yang lebih daripada cukup bukan sahaja untuk melaksanakan dengan berjaya Operasi Epic Fury, tetapi juga untuk pergi lebih jauh.” Dia berkata kepada TIME pada hari Rabu: “Kami mempunyai simpanan senjata di tempat yang banyak orang di dunia tidak even mengetahui.”Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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TANAKA Develops World’s First High-Performance Palladium Hydrogen Permeable Membrane Exhibiting High Hydrogen Purification Performance at Temperatures around 100 degrees C

TANAKA Develops World’s First High-Performance Palladium Hydrogen Permeable Membrane Exhibiting High Hydrogen Purification Performance at Temperatures around 100 degrees C

Mac 5, 2026
TOKYO, Mar 5, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Koichiro Tanaka), a company engaged in the industrial precious metals business of TANAKA, today announced the successful development of “HPM-L111”, the world’s first metal*1 palladium (Pd) hydrogen permeable membrane capable of delivering high hydrogen permeation performance at low temperature range around 100°C. The breakthrough enables high-purity and fast hydrogen purification at significantly lower temperatures than previously possible, reducing energy consumption and supporting next-generation hydrogen ecosystem development across global markets.Sample shipments of HPM-L111 is scheduled to begin on or after March 5, 2026, with production capacity of approximately 100 samples per month.An academic presentation regarding this product will be made at The Japan Institute of Metals and Materials’ “2026 Spring Meeting,” which will be held at Chiba Institute of Technology from March 11 to 13, 2026. The product and a panel display will also be showcased at “H2 & FC EXPO Int’l Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Expo” being held at Tokyo Big Sight from March 17 to 19, 2026.Palladium (Pd) hydrogen permeable membrane "HPM-L111"A palladium hydrogen permeable membrane is a thin membrane product made from palladium alloy, which has the properties of hydrogen absorption and permeation. It is widely used for the separation and purification of high-purity hydrogen. Traditionally, metal membranes require high temperatures (at least 300°C) to achieve effective hydrogen permeation. By applying special treatment to the membrane’s surface, TANAKA succeeded in developing a metal membrane that can demonstrate high hydrogen permeation performance even at a low temperature range at or below 100°C.Issues in hydrogen purification using metal membranes and background to the development of HPM-L111Among PdCu alloy membranes, the existing product PdCu40 (an alloy with 60% palladium content and 40% copper content) has the highest level of hydrogen permeation performance. However, operation at a high temperature range of around 400°C is required to achieve its true performance, and higher costs from the addition of heating facilities and such were an issue for many years. Furthermore, with the advancement of hydrogen-related technologies in recent years, there are increasing need for hydrogen permeation using metal membranes in the low temperature range of 100°C or lower. Meanwhile, the speed of hydrogen penetration from the surface into metal membranes generally decreases when the temperature is 200°C or lower, significantly reducing the hydrogen permeation performance of conventional metal membranes and making practical application an issue.To solve these issues, for HPM-L111, TANAKA adopted its proprietary surface treatment technology nurtured through many years of precious metal materials research. Minute jagged structures were formed on the membrane’s surface to increase the specific surface area, resulting in a higher hydrogen penetration speed and achieving significant improvement in hydrogen permeation performance in the low temperature range of 100°C or lower.Features of HPM-L111High hydrogen permeation performance in the low temperature range around 100°CWorld’s first metal membrane allowing high-purity hydrogen purification in the low temperature range around 100°CExpected contributions to higher accuracy of hydrogen sensorsAllows high-speed removal of hydrogen generated within devicesCross-section of existing product PdCu40Cross-section of HPM-L111 Product nameThicknessWidthLengthRecommended temperatureExpected applicationsHPM-H310（PdCu40）>10μm
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U.S. Polo Assn. Expands Collegiate Partnership Program to Record 70 Teams for 2026 Season

U.S. Polo Assn. Expands Collegiate Partnership Program to Record 70 Teams for 2026 Season

Mac 5, 2026
West Palm Beach, FL, Mar 5, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly announces the continued expansion of its Collegiate Partnership Program (CPP) for the 2026 season and academic year. Now in its eighth consecutive year, the program reaches a historic milestone by supporting 70 collegiate teams across 31 universities nationwide, the largest number of teams ever participating in the program.U.S. Polo Assn.'s Collegiate Partnership Program featuring the California Polytechnic State University Women's and Men's Polo TeamsPhoto Credit: California Polytechnic State University Polo TeamsU.S. Polo Assn. will outfit hundreds of student-athletes from coast to coast, including small private and large public institutions, Ivy League Universities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The CPP supports 35 women's and 35 men's teams, reinforcing U.S. Polo Assn.'s long-standing commitment to growing the sport at the collegiate level. This season welcomes two new schools, Babson University and Southern Methodist University, joining a distinguished group of institutions nationwide.This year, U.S. Polo Assn. will generously provide each partnered program with custom-performance team jerseys, white performance game pants, polo shirts, caps, equipment gear bags, and exclusive USPA Pro merchandise, along with a monetary donation. The program also continues its popular collegiate social media contest, where teams have the opportunity to win additional prizes through creative digital engagement and storytelling.Participating Schools Include:Babson UniversityMorehouse CollegeTrinity UniversityUniversity of North TexasBrown UniversityOklahoma State UniversityUniversity of California - DavisUniversity of Southern CaliforniaCalifornia Polytechnic State UniversityOregon State UniversityUniversity of ConnecticutUniversity of South Carolina - AikenColorado State UniversitySkidmore CollegeUniversity of IdahoUniversity of VirginiaCornell UniversitySouthern Methodist UniversityUniversity of KentuckyUniversity of Wisconsin - MadisonGeorgetown UniversityStanford UniversityUniversity of MarylandVirginia Tech UniversityMichigan State UniversityTexas A&M UniversityUniversity of MichiganYale UniversityMontana State UniversityTexas Tech UniversityUniversity of New Hampshire "U.S. Polo Assn. is proud to support a record number of collegiate polo teams and student-athletes through the Collegiate Partnership Program," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "This critical program strengthens the foundation of the sport by providing meaningful resources to collegiate polo programs across the country. Supporting 70 teams this season reflects both the growth of the program and our long-term commitment to supporting the next generation of players both on and off the polo field."Enrollment for U.S. Polo Assn.'s Collegiate Partnership Program is open to all colleges and universities with a USPA-sanctioned polo team and lasts for the academic year. Collegiate polo teams compete in the Fall and Spring, with the official season running through April 2026 and culminating in the National Intercollegiate Championship (NIC)."Our partnership with U.S. Polo Assn. for the last eight years continues to make a meaningful difference for collegiate programs nationwide," said Liz Brayboy, Chair of the USPA's Intercollegiate/Interscholastic Committee. "The support provided through the Collegiate Partnership Program helps teams build stronger programs, develop student-athletes, and showcase the spirit and sportsmanship that define collegiate polo."The two-time award-winning series Breakaway, created by Global Polo, the media subsidiary of USPA Global, will feature a new episode in its upcoming season. Titled "Breakaway: Polo in College," the episode will air later this year on ESPNU, offering national exposure to the excitement and impact of collegiate polo. Check your local listings for air times.About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890 and located in Wellington, Florida. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.For Additional Information, Contact:Shannon Stilson - VP, Sports Marketing and MediaPhone +001.561.227.6994 - E-mail: sstilson@uspagl.comStacey Kovalsky - VP, Global PR and CommunicationsPhone +001.561.790.8036 - E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.comSOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Lancaster Resources Announces Resignation of Penny White and the Addition of Rob Heaslop to the Board of Directors

Lancaster Resources Announces Resignation of Penny White and the Addition of Rob Heaslop to the Board of Directors

Mac 5, 2026
Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - March 5, 2026) - Lancaster Resources Inc. (CSE: LCR) (OTC Pink: LANRF) (FSE: 6UF0) ("Lancaster" or the "Company") announces the director resignation of Penny White, effective March 3, 2026. The Board thanks Penny White for her valuable contributions during her tenure and wishes her continued success in her future endeavors.The Company is also pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Rob Heaslop, as a director to the company's Board of Directors, effective immediately.Mr. Heaslop is a geologist with 20 years' of exploration and resource development experience in Africa, Australia, and the Pacific with specific expertise in project generation and early stage targeting for precious and base metal deposits. Mr. Heaslop holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) from The University of Queensland majoring in earth science and geology, and during his career has worked for major, junior, and private exploration and mining companies. In 2016, Mr. Heaslop founded his privately owned project generation company, MRG Resources Pty Ltd, that has created significant value identifying exploration opportunities in Australia, including deals with major and mid-tier mining houses and private exploration companies. Mr. Heaslop is a member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (MAusIMM), Australian Institute of Geoscientists (MAIG), and the Society of Economic Geologists (SEG)."We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Heaslop to the Board," said Andrew Watson, President & CEO of Lancaster Resources. "His technical expertise will be invaluable as Lancaster continues to develop our Lake Cargelligo gold project, Lac Iris polymetallic asset, and our other critical and precious mineral assets."Rob Heaslop commented, "I am focused on the opportunities ahead and committed to help navigate a successful exploration program for our projects and shareholders. I am truly excited to continue working with the team here."The new board appointment reflects Lancaster Resources' transition to a new corporate direction and commitment to strengthening its leadership and strategic capabilities to enhance shareholder value and propel the company's growth in the mining industry.Andrew Watson, P.Eng., President & CEO and a Director of the Company, is a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Mr. Watson has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information contained in this news release. Mr. Watson is a Director and the President and CEO of Lancaster and is not independent of the Company.About Lancaster Resources Inc. Lancaster Resources Inc. is a Canadian exploration company advancing a diversified portfolio of gold and silver exploration projects in established mining jurisdictions. The Company holds a 100% interest in the Lake Cargelligo Gold Project in New South Wales, Australia, which is prospective for both gold and silver mineralization, covering approximately 62,300 hectares with a history of drilling and exploration and multiple high-priority targets. In Canada, Lancaster's assets include the Lac Iris Polymetallic Project in Quebec's James Bay region and the Piney Lake Gold Project in Saskatchewan. Lancaster's portfolio provides exposure to gold, silver, and polymetallic exploration opportunities across tier-one jurisdictions.Andrew Watson, President & Chief Executive Officer,Lancaster Resources Inc.Andrew@Lancaster-Resources.comTel: (604) 923-6100www.lancaster-resources.comThe Canadian Securities Exchange has not reviewed, approved nor disapproved the contents of this news release. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events, or Lancaster's future performance. The use of any of the words "could", "expect", "believe", "will", "projected", "estimated" and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on Lancaster's current belief or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events. Actual future results may differ materially. In particular, the ability of Lancaster to execute its exploration plans, raise capital, retain key personnel, identify, acquire, explore, and develop high-quality mineral-rich properties constitute forward-looking information. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The statements made in this press release are made as of the date hereof. Lancaster disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be expressly required by applicable securities laws.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/286260 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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CMS (867.HK/8A8.SG): Self-Developed INHBE-Targeting siRNA Drug Received IND Approval for Overweight/Obesity

CMS (867.HK/8A8.SG): Self-Developed INHBE-Targeting siRNA Drug Received IND Approval for Overweight/Obesity

Mac 5, 2026
SHENZHEN, CHINA, Mar 5, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China Medical System Holdings Limited (“CMS” or the “Group”) is pleased to announce that self-developed innovative drug INHBE-targeting small nucleic acid drug CMS-D008 injection (“CMS-D008”) received the Drug Clinical Trial Approval Notice issued by National Medical Products Administration (“NMPA”) on 4 March 2026. The NMPA has approved the conduct of clinical trials of CMS-D008 injection for overweight or obese individuals.About CMS-D008CMS-D008 is a novel siRNA therapy administered by subcutaneous injection. CMS-D008 targets and reduces the hepatic expression of the inhibin subunit beta E (INHBE) gene and lowers the level of Activin E protein encoded by INHBE, which blocks Activin E-ALK7 signaling and reduces fat accumulation effectively. Preclinical studies suggested that CMS-D008 efficiently and sustainably suppressed INHBE expression. In the diet-induced obesity model, CMS-D008 enhanced weight loss by reducing fat mass while retaining lean mass with a good safety profile. It demonstrates potentially better prospects for high-quality, long-term weight loss that boosts fat-specific loss while preserving muscle mass. In the future, it may be developed for the treatment of overweight/obesity, abdominal obesity, and related metabolic diseases.Fat Loss, muscle preserved: a potentially better therapeutic option for overweight/obesity Overweight or obesity is a chronic, progressive, relapsing disease characterized by excessive accumulation or abnormal distribution or function of body fat[1]. World Obesity Atlas 2025 Report projected that the global proportion of overweight and obese adults will rise to 50%, with nearly 3 billion adults impacted by high body mass index (BMI), and the population of adults who are overweight or obese in China is projected to reach 515 million by 2030[2]. Existing GLP-1RAs have been proven to be effective for the treatment of overweight and obesity. The main actions of GLP-1RAs are to suppress appetite by acting on the central nervous system and to delay gastric emptying[3]. INHBE’s novel mechanism of action differs from GLP-1RAs. INHBE is identified through genome-wide association studies. Populations with loss of function in INHBE are associated with favorable fat distribution and beneficial metabolic characteristics[4]. Targeted inhibition of INHBE might be more conducive for long-term weight management at the genetic level with precisely lower visceral fat and favorable metabolic profiles.CMS-D008 teams up with CMS-D005: highly effective weight loss plus long-term maintenance, building a more comprehensive weight-loss solutionCMS-D008 will synergize with CMS-D005, a self-developed innovative drug currently in clinical development. CMS-D008 reduces fat without sacrificing muscle mass by precisely inhibiting INHBE gene expression; while CMS-D005, as a GLP-1R/GCGR dual agonist, can effectively reduce liver fat while losing weight. The synergy between these two drugs will achieve highly effective weight loss benefits and long-term maintenance of results, jointly enhancing the Group’s R&D capabilities and product competitiveness in the field of obesity/metabolic treatment. Furthermore, leveraging the Group’s mature network resources in the field of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, the drug’s R&D and commercialization process will be accelerated, providing patients with more comprehensive and innovative treatment options.The Group is actively preparing to initiate relevant clinical trials and strives to launch the Product as soon as possible.About CMSCMS is a platform company linking pharmaceutical innovation and commercialization with strong product lifecycle management capability, dedicated to providing competitive products and services to meet unmet medical needs.CMS focuses on the global first-in-class (FIC) and best-in-class (BIC) innovative products, and efficiently promotes the clinical research, development and commercialization of innovative products, enabling the continuous transformation of scientific research into clinical practices to benefit patients.CMS deeply engages in several specialty therapeutic fields, and has developed proven commercialization capabilities, extensive networks and expert resources, resulting in leading academic and market positions for its major marketed products. CMS continues to promote the in-depth development in its advantageous specialty fields, strengthening the competitiveness of the cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic/ gastroenterology/ ophthalmology/ skin health businesses, bringing economies of scale in specialty fields. Among them, the skin health business (Dermavon) has become a leading enterprise in its field, and is proposed to be listed independently on the SEHK. Meanwhile, CMS continuously promotes the operation and development of its integrated R&D, manufacturing and commercialization chain in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, capturing growth opportunities in emerging markets to support the high-quality and sustainable development of the Group.Reference:1. Chinese Society of Endocrinology. Guideline for chronic weight management and clinical practice of anti-obesity medications(2024 version). Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism. 2024,40(7):545-564.2. World Obesity Federation. World Obesity Atlas 2025. London: World Obesity Federation, 2025. https://data.worldobesity.org/publications/?cat=233. Zhikai Zheng, Yao Zong, Yiyang Ma, Yucheng Tian, Yidan Pang, Changqing Zhang, Junjie Gao. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor: mechanisms and advances in therapy. Sig Transduct Target Ther 9, 234 (2024). doi: 10.1038/s41392-024-01931-z4. Parsa Akbari, Olukayode A Sosina, Jonas Bovijn, et al. Multiancestry exome sequencing reveals INHBE mutations associated with favorable fat distribution and protection from diabetes. Nat Commun.2022 Aug 23;13(1):4844. doi: 10.1038/s41467-022-32398-7.CMS Disclaimer and Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release is not intended to promote any products to you and is not for advertising purposes. This press release does not recommend any drugs, medical devices and/or indications. If you want to know more about the diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases, please follow the opinions or guidance of your doctor or other medical and health professionals. Any treatment-related decisions made by healthcare professionals should be based on the patient’s specific circumstances and in accordance with the drug package insert.This press release which has been prepared by CMS does not constitute any offer or invitation to purchase or subscribe for any securities, and shall not form the basis for or be relied on in connection with any contract or binding commitment whatsoever. This press release has been prepared by CMS based on information and data which it considers reliable, but CMS makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, whatsoever, and no reliance shall be placed on, the truth, accuracy, completeness, fairness and reasonableness of the contents of this press release. Certain matters discussed in this press release may contain statements regarding the Group’s market opportunity and business prospects that are individually and collectively forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Any forward-looking statements and projections made by third parties included in this press release are not adopted by the Group and the Company is not responsible for such third-party statements and projections.Media ContactBrand: China Medical System Holdings Ltd.Contact: CMS Investor RelationsEmail: ir@cms.net.cnWebsite: https://web.cms.net.cn/en/home/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Honda to Begin Sales of Two U.S.-built Vehicles in Japan

Honda to Begin Sales of Two U.S.-built Vehicles in Japan

Mac 5, 2026
TOKYO, Japan, Mar 5, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) today announced plans to begin sales of two U.S.-built models in the Japanese market — the Acura* Integra Type S and Honda Passport TrailSport Elite — in the second half of 2026.Taking advantage of a simplified certification system for U.S.-made passenger vehicles newly established by the Japan Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), Honda will reverse-import these compelling models produced in the U.S. to enhance its product lineup to accommodate the diverse needs of customers in Japan.Both the Acura Integra Type S and Honda Passport TrailSport Elite are produced by Honda Development & Manufacturing of America, LLC (HDMA), a Honda automobile development and manufacturing subsidiary in the U.S. Honda exhibited both models at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 and Osaka Auto Messe 2026, held in January and February 2026, respectively, where many visitors showed strong interest in these models and expressed expectations for the market launch in Japan.* Acura was established in 1986 as a premium performance automobile brand of Honda primarily in the North American market, which is focused on delivering Precision Crafted Performance. Acura Integra Type S (U.S. version) Honda Passport TrailSport Elite (U.S. version)Key features of Acura Integra Type SThe Acura Integra Type S sold in North America is the high-performance variant of the Acura Integra, equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission and 2-liter turbocharged engine. The exterior styling design achieves both the premium character unique to the Acura brand and a striking presence on the street.Key features of Honda Passport TrailSport EliteThe Honda Passport is a midsized SUV model sold in North America, which features full-fledged off-road capabilities while also offering a comfortable on-road driving experience. The TrailSport Elite is the top trim with enhanced off-road capabilities. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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DOCOMO’s New Haptic-sharing System Enables Fans to Feel Closer to Idols

DOCOMO’s New Haptic-sharing System Enables Fans to Feel Closer to Idols

Mac 5, 2026
TOKYO, Japan, Mar 5, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced today that it has developed a new system powered by FEEL TECH™ haptic technology that allows fans to experience physical sensations transmitted from artists, creating a stronger sense of closeness with their idols. To demonstrate the system's experiential value, DOCOMO collaborated with Cover Corporation to create trial content featuring the VTuber group “hololive English -Myth-.”FEEL TECH™ digitizes, transmits and reproduces human sensations, including touch (haptics) and emotional cues, through a hand-held haptic device. When synchronized with audio-visual content, the technology delivers immersive experiences. DOCOMO is now applying these capabilities to enhance Japan's rapidly growing “oshi-katsu” culture, in which fans actively support and engage with their favorite actors and other idols, including anime and game characters.Until now, fan experiences have been limited primarily to watching and listening. However, DOCOMO's new system adds haptic sensations to greatly expand the possibilities for artistic expression. Artists can now convey movement, energy and emotion through haptic feedback, communicating feelings that go beyond words and facial expressions.By enabling fans to experience physical sensations transmitted from favorite artists, DOCOMO's system creates a heightened sense of presence—so immersive it feels as if they are right beside the artist, realizing a deeper, more personal emotional connection.To validate the system, DOCOMO created trial content featuring the VTuber group hololive English -Myth-. Trial participants can select one of the three members to experience physical sensations synchronized to on-screen actions, including dynamic movements such as dancing and high-fives, as well as subtler sensations like heartbeats. Compared to conventional audio-visual viewing, the addition of haptic feedback significantly enhances immersion and realism, deepens the bond between fan and artist, and opens new avenues for creative expression. The effectiveness of this next-generation experience is now being evaluated through user participation.DOCOMO will showcase this experiential content at the International Innovations section of South by Southwest (SXSW) 2026 in Austin, Texas, USA from March 12 to 14.Through this initiative, DOCOMO aims to pioneer a new culture of communication, part of its mission to create meaningful value that enriches people's lives.FEEL TECH is a registered trademark of NTT DOCOMO.About NTT DOCOMONTT DOCOMO, Japan's leading mobile operator with over 91 million subscribers, is one of the global leaders in 3G, 4G and 5G mobile network technologies. Under the slogan “Bridging Worlds for Wonder & Happiness,” DOCOMO is actively collaborating with global partners to expand its business scope from mobile services to comprehensive solutions, aiming to deliver unsurpassed value and drive innovation in technology and communications, ultimately to support positive change and advancement in global society. https://www.docomo.ne.jp/english/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Formerra Appoints Tom Kelly as Chief Executive Officer

Formerra Appoints Tom Kelly as Chief Executive Officer

Mac 4, 2026
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Mar 4, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Formerra, LLC ("Formerra"), a leading distributor of engineered thermoplastic resins, additives, elastomers, and other specialty materials, today announced the appointment of Tom Kelly as Chief Executive Officer ("CEO"). A seasoned executive with over 30 years of specialty and engineered materials experience, Tom is known for leading teams to drive differentiated growth and building high-performing organizations set up for long-term success. The former CEO, Cathy Dodd, will stay on as Special Advisor to the Board and will remain an investor in the Company.Tom brings extensive commercial, supply chain, and distribution experience with a strong background in scaling global enterprises in the engineered materials sector. After previous roles at Cabot Microelectronics and Chemtura, Tom's most recent role was Senior Vice President of Engineered Materials at Celanese, where he led key commercial and operational initiatives across engineered polymers and specialty segments. He brings a strong blend of leadership, industry insight, and supply-chain expertise to his new role as CEO of Formerra."Formerra has built a tremendous reputation as a technical selling organization and for putting customers first, supported by exceptional people and supplier partners in the engineered materials ecosystem," said Tom Kelly. "I'm excited about the opportunity to build on its strengths and accelerate capabilities in new geographies and adjacent materials. We will continue investing in our people, distribution network, and in our product line card to strengthen Formerra's competitive position globally."About FormerraFormerra, headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, is a leading distributor of engineered thermoplastic resins, additives, elastomers, and other specialty materials. Formerra supports leading blue-chip customers and suppliers with its extensive specialty materials portfolio and value-added combination of commercial and technical expertise, global market knowledge, and industry-leading logistics and service capabilities. Formerra offers highly specialized technical, processing, design and regulatory support for critical end market applications in the healthcare, consumer, industrial and mobility markets. Formerra operates an asset-light network of 37 warehouses and 21 bulk transfer stations located in North America, Central America, Europe, and Asia.Media ContactJackie MorrisMarketing Communications Manager, Formerrajackie.morris@formerra.com+1 630-972-3144SOURCE: Formerra Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Hong Kong International Jewellery Show opens today showcasing global designs and trends

Hong Kong International Jewellery Show opens today showcasing global designs and trends

Mac 4, 2026
HONG KONG, March 4, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 42nd Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opens today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and runs for five consecutive days until 8 March. It is held concurrently with the 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show which opened on Monday (2 March) at AsiaWorld-Expo and concludes on 6 March. The two shows bring together some 4,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regions, forming the world’s largest one-stop jewellery marketplace.Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “Alongside the expanded Hall of Fame, the show will feature the debut of the Hard Pure Gold Pavilion and the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Pavilion. Furthermore, Uzbekistan is participating for the first time with a delegation of 10 companies, showcasing a wide range of gold jewellery. Through diversified exhibit profiles, we aim to create more collaboration opportunities for the industry and reinforce Hong Kong’s status as a global jewellery trading hub.”Kent Wong, Chairman of the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show Fair Organising Committee, said: “Hong Kong is an international trade and sourcing centre and our twin jewellery shows play a pivotal role. Continuing the successful ‘Two Shows, Two Venues’ format, the fairs attract global jewellery professionals for sourcing and networking, helping the industry capture the latest global market trends.”International brands converge, key zones expandAt the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, the Hall of Fame has expanded by over 40%, welcoming more renowned international jewellery brands. Among them, Turkish exhibitor Hosgor Kuyumculuk Mucevherat Ticaret Limited Sirketi (Booth: CEC 3B-D15) presents a 35.5-carat diamond necklace that combines exquisite craftsmanship with brilliant radiance. Another highlight is the Hall of Extraordinary, which features exhibitors such as Hong Kong’s Glamour Fine Jewelry Enterprise Company (Booth: CEC GH-C16), showcasing a bracelet featuring Colombian emeralds paired with diamonds and rubies in a radiant and luxurious style.New pavilions highlight oriental aestheticsWith hard pure gold technologies gaining popularity in the Chinese Mainland, the Hard Pure Gold Pavilion (Booth: CEC 3E-F02) features 11 exhibitors organised by the World Gold Council. The pavilion showcases innovative techniques that produce harder, lighter and brighter gold pieces capable of setting a variety of gemstones. Also, the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Pavilion highlights crossover craftsmanship between jewellery setting and watchmaking.The fairs also feature several events celebrating oriental aesthetics. Today, the Jewellers’ and Goldsmiths’ Association of Hong Kong Limited presented the awards for the Hong Kong International Fashion Chuk Kam Jewellery Design Competition. The competition encourages designers to create culturally rich and commercially viable gold jewellery for the ASEAN and the Middle East markets. Tomorrow (5 March) will see the awards presentation of the inaugural International Fei Cui Jewellery Design Competition, organised by the Hong Kong Jade Association, honouring designers who skilfully blend jadeite with global cultural elements.Antique treasures and cutting-edge designAntique jewellery remains highly sought-after by collectors and high-end customers for its historical value and craftsmanship. The Antique & Vintage Jewellery Galleria presents an array of rare pieces, including a bi-colour enamel diamond piece from World Coins Co., Ltd. (Booth: CEC CH-N12), with a history spanning over a century. Design pieces are equally captivating, the Designer Galleria welcomes 10 Korean designers this year. Together with the Young Jewellery Designer Arena, participated by the Asia Pacific Creator Association and the Asia Jewelry Culture Design and Crafts Association, about 50 designer exhibitors will showcase their diverse creativities in the fairground.The HKTDC continues to nurture local talents in the jewellery industry. In partnership with the Jewellers’ and Goldsmiths’ Association of Hong Kong Limited, Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association, Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers’ Association, and Diamond Federation of Hong Kong, the 27th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition returns under the theme “Pure Elegance – Natural Beauty”, offering a stage for local professional designers and students. The awards ceremony will be held tomorrow (5 March) at the HKCEC, with winning pieces on display to demonstrate innovative design.E-commerce and technology empower industry growthTo help exhibitors expand into the Chinese Mainland market and develop their online sales channels, the fairs continue the collaboration with Taobao Tmall. For the first time, the fairs also welcome Douyin, partnering with influencers and KOLs for on-site live streaming to promote exhibitors’ products. On 7 March, a seminar will feature experts discussing the latest online marketing trends and tactics.Another seminar on 5 March will explore how AI and new technologies enhance competitiveness, optimise production, and drive product innovation in the jewellery industry.Engaging events to connect and inspireA diverse lineup of events will be held to foster industry dialogue. These include a seminar by Dr Jack Ogden, a distinguished British historian and jewellery authority, who will analyse the evolution of jewellery craftsmanship and changing aesthetic tastes throughout history. The jewellery parades will highlight themes such as intangible cultural heritage jewellery, curated selections from the Antique & Vintage Jewellery Galleria, as well as highlights from the Hall of Extraordinary, Designer Galleria, and gold jewellery.Full list of the winning entries from Hong Kong International Fashion Chuk Kam Jewellery Design Competition: https://bit.ly/46B5edLPhoto download: https://bit.ly/46GadtLThe 42nd Hong Kong International Jewellery Show opens today at the HKCEC, alongside the 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show at AWE, together gathering around 4,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regionsAnthony Lam, Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Industries (front row, centre); Bernard Chan, Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (front row, fifth right); Sophia Chong, Executive Director of the HKTDC (front row, fifth left); Kent Wong, Chairman of the HKTDC twin jewellery shows’ Fair Organising Committee (front row, fourth right); Winston Chow, Chairman of the HKTDC Jewellery Advisory Committee (front row, fourth left), and other officiating guests attended today’s networking receptionThe Hall of Fame has expanded by over 40% this year, featuring more international brandsThe World Gold Council debuts the Hard Pure Gold Pavilion, featuring 11 exhibitors to showcase innovative hard pure gold craftsmanship to international buyersThe Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Pavilion makes its first appearance, exhibiting luxury timepieces that integrate jewellery setting craftsmanshipShenzhen Meifei Precious Metals Co Ltd (Booth: CEC 3E-E02) presents 24K gold necklaces themed around oriental palatial and modern Chinese styles, employing six traditional gold techniquesHong Kong exhibitor Present Watch & Jewelry (Booth: CEC 1CON-019) showcases a diamond wristwatch inspired by the Northern Song masterpiece “Ode to the Lotus”, with a dial crafted to evoke a lotus pondTurkish brand Zen Diamond (Booth: CEC 3B-C12), which appointed global celebrity Jennifer Lopez as its ambassador in 2025, presents a series of diamond pieces at the showHong Kong designer Austy Lee (Booth: CEC 1EF32) launches a zebra-inspired-bangle for the Year of the HorseWinners of the Hong Kong International Fashion Chuk Kam Jewellery Design Competition pictured at the award ceremony with distinguished guestsFair detailsHong Kong International Jewellery ShowDateOpening hours4 March (Wednesday)10:30am to 6:30pm5-7 March (Thursday to Saturday)10am to 6:30pm8 March (Friday)10am to 5:30pmVenueHong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan ChaiPress registration and Media CentreMedia representatives can register at the entrance of HKCEC Hall 1D Concourse, or at the HKTDC Media Centre (G/F, Expo Drive Entrance, HKCEC) by presenting a business card or media identification.* Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl ShowDateOpening hours2 March (Monday)10:30am to 6:30pm3-5 March (Tuesday to Thursday)10am to 6:30pm6 March (Friday)10am to 5:30pmVenueAsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong KongPress registration and Media CentreMedia representatives can register at the entrance of AsiaWorld-Expo’s East Lobby (Next to Hall 5) or at the Media Centre (Room 201C, 2/F) by presenting a business card or media identification.** For security reasons, all media will be required to present a name card and identity card (or passport) for press registration. Individuals with a valid press pass will be required to present their identity card (or passport) again at the entrance to the exhibition halls for identity verification. Please allow sufficient time for registration and admission.Websites Hong Kong International Jewellery ShowHong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl ShowWebsitehttp://hkjewelleryshow.hktdc.comhttp://hkdgp.hktdc.comActivity listhttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/intelligence-hubhttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en/intelligence-hubShuttle bus arrangementshttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/travel-to-fairground-hkcechttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en/travel-to-fairground-aweHKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Winnie KanTel: (852) 2584 4055Email: winnie.wy.kan@hktdc.orgKaty WongTel: (852) 2584 4524Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgJane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Core Concepts Physiotherapy Partners with Podiatry Quest to Deliver Enhanced Assessments for Patients with Plantar Fasciitis

Core Concepts Physiotherapy Partners with Podiatry Quest to Deliver Enhanced Assessments for Patients with Plantar Fasciitis

Mac 4, 2026
SINGAPORE, Mar 5, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Core Concepts Physio, one of Singapore's leading physiotherapy providers, has announced an expanded collaborative programme with podiatry service provider, Podiatry Quest, to offer enhanced, multidisciplinary assessments for patients experiencing plantar fasciitis and stubborn heel pain.Plantar fasciitis remains one of the most common and persistent causes of heel pain among adults, especially those with active lifestyles or occupations involving long hours on their feet. Often treatment seeks to address only one aspect of the condition rather than the full movement chain, which leads to recurring pain as other aspects remain unresolved.To bridge this gap, the two clinics have formalised a joint assessment pathway that evaluates plantar fasciitis from both the top-down (physiotherapy) and the bottom-up (podiatry) so as to ensure that no contributing factor is overlooked.A Smarter, More Complete Way to Diagnose Heel PainPhysiotherapy and podiatry traditionally manage different elements of plantar fasciitis. Physiotherapists focus on mobility, strength, gait and load tolerance, while podiatrists address foot posture, footwear, ground forces and orthotic support.The new integrated pathway combines both perspectives into a single, coordinated evaluation which results in:More accurate, holistic diagnosesFully optimised treatment strategiesFewer flare-ups and recurrencesClearer, consistent guidance for patientsFaster and more sustainable outcomes"Many patients struggle because plantar fasciitis isn't caused by just one issue," said Mr Chng Chye Tuan, Senior Principal Physiotherapist at Core Concepts Physiotherapy. "It's a movement chain problem involving the foot, calf, ankle mobility, daily load and footwear. When physiotherapists and podiatrists work together, we address every contributing factor — not just the symptoms."A Case Study Demonstrating Collaborative SuccessIn a recent case, a 42-year-old recreational runner sought help after six months of persistent heel pain. Physiotherapy improved his morning pain and running tolerance, but he continued to experience flare-ups following long work shifts.A podiatry assessment revealed prolonged pronation, footwear-related loading issues and inadequate shock absorption. With customised orthoses and tailored footwear recommendations, the patient's daily load decreased significantly — allowing physiotherapy progress to continue without setbacks.Within 10 weeks of coordinated care, he achieved pain-free mornings, comfortable workdays and full return to running."This case reflects what we see frequently," said Mr Yeo Boon Kiak, Principal Podiatrist at Podiatry Quest. "Physiotherapy builds tissue capacity, strength and movement control. Podiatry reduces unnecessary strain and optimises how forces enter the foot. When combined, this creates the ideal environment for long-lasting recovery."Making Multidisciplinary Care Accessible NationwideThrough this collaboration, patients with plantar fasciitis now benefit from:Joint physiotherapy–podiatry assessmentsAligned clinical decision-makingConsistent communication across providersA thorough evaluation of both the cause and consequence of heel painA fully optimised recovery pathway"Our multidisciplinary team brings together the best of both professions," said Mr Chng Chye Tuan. "Whether someone is a runner, a frequent traveller or stands long hours at work, this collaboration ensures their care is comprehensive, precise and built around their real-life demands."About Core Concepts PhysiotherapyCore Concepts Physio is one of Singapore's largest private physiotherapy groups, offering evidence-based musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy across multiple clinic locations. Their multidisciplinary approach allows clients to benefit from integrated care, ensuring complete and effective recovery. Know more please contact marketing@coreconcepts.com.sg or call +65 62263632 or visit our office at 6 Raffles Quay, #11-01, Singapore 048580.About Podiatry QuestPodiatry Quest specialises in diagnosing and treating foot, ankle and lower limb conditions. Led by experienced podiatrists, the clinic offers services such as customised orthoses, biomechanical assessments, gait analysis and comprehensive podiatric care.Contact DetailsOrganization: Core Concepts Pte LtdContact: Clemence LimWebsite: https://www.coreconceptsphysio.sg Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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