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Abu Dhabi Health Delegation Concludes Inaugural Visit to China, Opening New Pathways to Advance AI, Precision Medicine and Next-Gen Therapies

ABU DHABI, UAE, Oct. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the emirate, has concluded its inaugural health and life sciences mission to China, advancing priority areas of collaboration designed to accelerate the translation of scientific and technological innovation into better health outcomes. The mission brought Abu Dhabi's health and life sciences ecosystem together with leading Chinese healthcare institutions, universit

Kings Awning Highlights Key Safety Factors for Carports in Australia’s Extreme Weather Conditions

Carport safety depends on structural engineering, secure anchoring and compliance with local building regulations, according to guidance for Australian homeowners. AUSTRALIA, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- As Australian homeowners look for practical ways to protect vehicles and outdoor equipment from harsh weather, carport safety remains an important consideration. Strong winds, hail, corrosion and bushfire exposure can affect the durability of outdoor structures, making appropriate design

Lofty Villas Marks 16 Years as One of Phuket's Top Holiday Rental Companies, Reaching 280 Properties

Phuket rental company credits in-house management and a direct booking guarantee for its growth, as more Filipino travellers choose villas over hotels PHUKET, Thailand, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- Lofty Villas, a Phuket holiday rental company founded in 2010, has passed 280 villas, apartments and condominiums under management after adding 29 new properties in August 2026. The company is the holiday rental arm of Lofty Phuket, a Phuket-based property management company that looks after v

Commuters group slams PTMP ‘overhaul’

The Para Commuters’ Network late on Friday slammed the World Bank Group and its proposed “major overhaul” of the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP) as “anti-commuter by design.” In a statement, the commuter group said the implementation of the controversial program would “worsen transport supply issues and increase fares.” It also said this proposal is in contrast with the statements of World Bank senior transport specialist Bowen Wang that th

Historic $250 Million Gift from John Paulson to Hebrew University Will Advance Engineering, Medicine, and Trauma Recovery

In recognition of the largest donation ever made to the Hebrew University, the historic Mount Scopus campus will be named The Alina and John Paulson Campus, Mount Scopus, Jerusalem Hebrew University President Prof. Tamir Sheafer (left) and philanthropist John Paulson (right) at the University’s Board of Governors Gala Hebrew University President Prof. Tamir Sheafer (left) and philanthropist John Paulson (right) at the University’s Board of Governors Gala, where Paulson announced a historic $250

WATCH: Creamline victorious over Galaries Tower

The Creamline Cool Smashers overcame a first-set hurdle against the Galeries Tower Highrisers to notch their second-straight win, 27-29, 25-18, 25-19, 25-18, in the 2026-27 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference-Siklab Series on Saturday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City. After a win over the Akari Chargers, Creamline notched back-to-back victories with Tots Carlos’ 13-point outing, while Jema Galanza made a triple-double performance of 12 points, 12 excellent d

WTA and women’s empowerment

Last October 13, Julia Wall-Clarke, the WTA Vice President for PR and Communications, emailed me about my column titled “WTA crazy, cruel for excluding Eala in finals.” She said very kindly that Eala was not eligible for the event as she is not in the top 10 of the WTA rankings. I apologize for the error. Part of Ms. Julia’s letter read: “The WTA Finals has eight singles places, with each place determined by points earned during the season on the Race leaderboard, rather

China Mobile Hong Kong Establishes Hong Kong's First U6G Network

Expanding Next-Generation Network Capabilities and Accelerating theInnovative Convergence of Communication, Computing, and AI Laying a Solid Foundation for 6G Development in Hong Kong HONG KONG, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited ("China Mobile Hong Kong") announced that it has taken the lead in realising a U6GHz network, successfully completing network testing and validation at its Mong Kok flagship store and advancing the exploration of Upper 6GHz band applica

Horse Jello Introduces HorseJello Gummies Multi-Ingredient For Male Enhancement

Horse Jello Gummies features a combination of Tongkat Ali, maca-free botanical ingredients, saw palmetto, sarsaparilla root, and nettle leaf extract. Ogden, UT, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Horse Jello has introduced Horse Jello Gummies, a gummy-format dietary supplement formulated with five listed botanical ingredients: Tongkat Ali, horny goat weed, saw palmetto, sarsaparilla root, and nettle leaf extract. The product is described as a male enhancement supplement, although the supplied ing

Peak State (AU, NZ, CA) Introduces Peak State Male Enhancement Capsules Multi-Ingredient Dietary Supplement Availability in Australia, New Zealand and Canada

Peak State Male Enhancement is a multi-ingredient dietary supplement formulated with botanical ingredients and nutrients for adult wellness. Gooroc, Victoria, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Peak State has introduced a dietary supplement described as Peak State Male Enhancement, formulated with a combination of botanical ingredients, an amino acid, and zinc. The listed ingredients are Tongkat Ali, horny goat weed, maca root, L-arginine, Panax ginseng, ashwagandha, saw palmetto, and zinc. Produ

7tech Named 2026 MSP Titans of the Industry Finalist for Nonprofit Organizations

San Antonio managed IT and security provider is recognized for its nonprofit work one year after winning the program’s Advanced Cybersecurity Award San Antonio, United States, October 17, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SAN ANTONIO, TX – October, 16, 2026 – 7tech, a San Antonio-based managed IT (MSP) and security provider (MSSP), has been named a finalist in the Nonprofit Organizations category of the 2026 MSP Titans of the Industry Awards. Winners will be announced on December 9,

CGTN: From 'potato capital' to 'token city': How a city in north China is transforming

CGTN published an article exploring how Ulanqab, a city in north China, is transforming its natural advantages into new growth drivers amid the global AI boom while balancing technological advancement and economic growth with ecological conservation to chart a path toward greener development. BEIJING, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ulanqab, a city in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is known as China's "potato capital" and "oat capital." Today, it is tapping its abundant wind a

Pope Leo returns to the Vatican 4 days after lung cancer surgery

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo returned to the Vatican on Saturday, four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, where dozens of well-wishers saw him off with cries of “Holiness.” “I am much better, thank you,” the pope said when asked how he was as he was driven away in a black SUV. Leo, 71, greeted patients inside the hospital alongside his surgeon, Dr. Stefano Margaritora, before waving to well-wishers outside as he walked to a wa

Chery Auto to Showcase L4 Robotaxi and Sign Strategic Agreement with UAE-Based K2

WUHU, China, Oct. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chery Auto will showcase its purpose-built, factory-integrated Level 4 (L4) Robotaxi and sign a strategic cooperation agreement with UAE-based K2 at the 2026 Chery International User Summit, held October 19-23 in Wuhu, China. The Robotaxi was previously presented in April; the planned partnership marks an initial step toward international commercial deployment. Held under the theme "ECO-TECH FOR OUR FUTURE LIFE”, the Summit will bring together more

'Cockroach' party founder released from Indian police custody

NEW DELHI, INDIA — India's Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke was released from detention on Saturday, a day after his arrest during a police crackdown on protests against the election authority. Dipke, 31, was detained on Friday in New Delhi as he headed to join a rally that the CJP protest movement had called in the capital's central Connaught Place district. He walked out of a police station on Saturday afternoon, waving to the media and giving a thumbs up as he was driven aw

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Warehouse Address Announces Affordable UK Registered Office Plans From £3.99 Per Month

West Midlands-based provider helps UK and overseas entrepreneurs protect residential privacy and manage official company correspondence. WEST MIDLANDS, United Kingdom, October 17, 2026 -- Warehouse Address has announced affordable registered office address plans for UK limited companies, home-based businesses and overseas entrepreneurs. Starting from £3.99 per month, the plans provide an appropriate physical address for Companies House registration and the receipt of eligible official correspond

Bringing Art and Warmth to Young Hearts: Arrtx’s Donation Journey with Apples for Artists

China, October 17, 2026 -- On September 8, Arrtx partnered with Apples for Artists, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making art more accessible to people from all backgrounds and fostering a supportive creative community, for a donation drive at the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester in New York. Through this initiative, Arrtx was proud to support the organization’s ongoing community programs and help expand opportunities for creative expression to local children. YouTube Video: http

Momcozy Expands Maternal Mental Health Resources With New Perinatal Support Guide

Los Angele, California, United States, October 17, 2026 -- Momcozy has introduced a new perinatal mental health guide designed to help expectant and new mothers better understand maternal mental health conditions, recognize potential warning signs, and explore available support and treatment resources. The guide also highlights Momcozy's ongoing efforts to expand access to qualified perinatal mental health professionals through its partnership with Postpartum Support International (PSI). The res

"China Yearbook” Shines at Frankfurt Book Fair 2026

Beijing, China, October 17, 2026 -- Xinhua Publishing House is showcasing the Chinese and the “2025 China Yearbook” at the 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair in Germany. The fair runs from October 7 to 11 at Messe Frankfurt, bringing together more than 4,000 publishing organizations from over 100 countries and regions. The joint Chinese stand features more than 3,000 titles and over 4,600 copies. A copy of the English version of the “2025 China Yearbook” is displayed alongside other books about China at t

BSL at SEMICON West 2026: Ultra-Clean Processes with Global Partners

Shanghai, China, October 17, 2026 -- SEMICON West 2026 opened on October 13 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California. BSL (Baoshili), a provider of high-purity chemical consumables for the semiconductor industry, showcased its ultra-clean product portfolio at the event (South Hall, Booth 1564), joining companies from across the global semiconductor supply chain to explore new approaches in advanced manufacturing. Organized by SEMI, SEMICON West is the world's premier semiconductor indu

DOST study finds promise in lemongrass, citronella oils for tilapia feed

LEMONGRASS and citronella essential oils could help improve tilapia growth and health while offering an alternative to antibiotic-based feed additives, according to research funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). The study, conducted by the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) and funded by the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD), examined the antibacterial properties of locally available essential oils a

Yi TCM Introduces Women’s Wellness Starter Session Ahead of World Menopause Day 2026

With chronic pain at midlife in focus this World Menopause Day, Singapore TCM clinic highlights joint and muscle discomfort as an often-overlooked midlife concern. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 October 2026 - Ahead of World Menopause Day on 18 October 2026, the Singapore-based Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic Yi TCM is introducing its Women's Wellness Starter Session to support women seeking to better understand physical and well-being changes experienced during midlife. This year'

ImpactLife blood donors contribute more than $30K for nonprofits

"Good Giving" offers donors the opportunity to pay it forward with Donor Rewards Good Giving check presentation with Animal Protective League of Springfield, Illinois The Animal Protective League of Springfield, Illinois received a $2110 donation from ImpactLife blood donors as part of $33,140 in distributions made through the blood center's "Good Giving" program. Donor For Life Donor for Life is ImpactLife's donor frequency and rewards program, thanking volunteer blood donors with exclusive ite