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Sports News | Lucas Vazquez Bids Goodbye to Real Madrid After 17-year Journey
New Delhi [India], July 16 (ANI): Real Madrid have announced that they will host a special farewell ceremony for Lucas Vazquez on Thursday at the Real Madrid City training facility. The event, which will be attended by club president Florentino...
ABAC initiatives to drive Asia-Pacific region’s sustainable development: State leader
The ABAC not only proposes business-friendly policies but also plays a direct role in creating practical solutions to strengthen value chains, promote investment, facilitate trade flows, and encourage innovation. State President Luong Cuong...
mm2 Asia seeks to delay S$54 million bond repayment by six years
[SINGAPORE] Embattled entertainment group mm2 Asia has proposed to amend a S$54 million-bond deal that was set for redemption in December. In a non-binding memorandum of understanding with its bondholder, identified as Tan Boon Seng, the...

Features and Trends in Fantasy Sports App Development
The fantasy sports industry has experienced explosive growth over the last decade, transforming how fans engage with their favorite games. From cricket and football to basketball and baseball, users can now create virtual teams, compete with...

Sheikh Joaan officially announces candidacy for president of the Olympic Council of Asia
Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad DOHA, July 16: Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Officially Announces Candidacy for President of the Olympic Council of Asia Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and First Vice President of the...

Herald Hat-trick am sports quiz – Thursday July 17
NZ Herald 16 Jul, 2025 06:20 PMQuick Read Subscribe to listen Access to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe now Save Share Share this article Copy Link Email Facebook Twitter/X LinkedIn...

Mott MacDonald appoints new MD for Middle East, South Asia
UK-headquartered engineering consultancy Mott MacDonald has appointed Paul Hilton as managing director for its Middle East, South Asia and international development business. He takes on the role after three years leading operations in Mott...
Singaporean firms seek deeper trade ties with South Africa as gateway to Asia
Singaporean companies have shown a keen interest in partnering with local businesses and State entities, signalling a strategic move to position the continent as a vibrant alternative for investors looking to extend their reach into Asia. This...

Geopolitical Risk and Investment Uncertainty in Asia
The Diplomat author Mercy Kuo regularly engages subject-matter experts, policy practitioners, and strategic thinkers across the globe for their diverse insights into U.S. Asia policy. This conversation with Dr. Judith Jacob – director of...

Business News | L&T Technology Services Reports 16% Growth in Q1FY26
BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 16: L&T Technology Services Limited (BSE: 540115, NSE: LTTS), India's leading pure-play engineering services company, announced its results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2025. Also Read...

Go Asia, Philippines appoints Global India Reps as market representative for India
Go Asia (goasia.ph), a destination management company for the Philippines, announced its entry into the Indian B2B travel market. Strengthening its presence in India, has appointed Global India Reps, as its exclusive Marketing Partner for India!...

OpenAI’s $10 Million+ AI Consulting Business: Deployment Takes Center Stage
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speaks in San Francisco about the future of AI and its growth plans.Getty Images OpenAI’s new $10 million+ AI consulting offering proves one thing: in 2025, the edge in AI is in its deployment — not just its access. This move...

Turnitin Launches ‘Clarity’ to Support AI Transparency in Education
Turnitin, a leading provider of academic integrity technology solutions, has announced the general availability of Turnitin Clarity, a purpose-built writing solution designed to foster academic integrity and support responsible AI use in the...

Malaysia equips 156 health clinics with AI-driven CCMS for faster care
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 156 health clinics across Malaysia have adopted a cloud-based content management system (CCMS), significantly reducing patient wait times. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad revealed that 70 per cent of patients...

Sri Lanka’s largest menstrual health and hygiene education program kicks off
From left: Hemas Consumer Brands Marketing Manager Sachini Gamage, Director of Marketing Shiyan Jayaweera, Sri Lanka Red Cross Society Head of Programs Ganga Kariyawasam, United Communities President Dr. Siddhartha Nanayakkara, and Program Manager...

Pan Asia Bank customers win big at CMA Sri Lanka MSME Business Excellence Awards 2025
Key representatives from Plant Beat Ltd., and Dinudanali Coir Producers seen celebrating their awards with Pan Asia Bank Senior Manager – Branch Credit Christman Fonseka Pan Asia Bank has announced that two of its valued MSME clients have been...

Business News | Bangalore Watch Company™ Enters GPHG 2025, the Oscars of Luxury Watches
NewsVoir Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], July 16: Bangalore Watch Company™, a luxury watch brand based in India, has entered the 2025 edition of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) - widely regarded as the most prestigious award in the...

Business News | Rorr EZ Now on Amazon as Oben Electric Expands Digital EV Sales Strategy
PNN Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 16: Oben Electric, India's leading homegrown and R&D-driven electric motorcycle manufacturer, has announced the availability of its widely popular city commuter electric motorcycle, Rorr EZ, on Amazon. The...

Duck Stamp Art Contest winner hails from Florida
A painting by John N. Harris of Groveland, Florida has been chosen as the winner of the 2025 California Duck Stamp Art Contest. The painting, which depicts a cinnamon teal, will be the official design for the 2025-2026 stamp. The judging was held...

Pacific Panel Tackles Security, Peace Amid Rising Challenges
At the Pacific Regional and National Security Conference, the Ocean of Peace panel focused on forging a secure, cohesive, and resilient Blue Pacific region. Leaders from diplomacy, academia, and governance discussed collective responses to...