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OKKAMI wins ISO 27001 certification for hospitality security
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OKKAMI said Aug. 6 that it achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, adding third-party validation of its information security controls for hotel groups and enterprise customers.
80,000 visit Tokyo’s TOKYO LIGHTS projection mapping and light art festival
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TOKYO LIGHTS 2026 drew about 80,000 visitors to Shinjuku from May 23 to 31, combining a global projection mapping contest with outdoor light art installations.
YESDINO pitches itself as a global animatronic animals supplier
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YESDINO outlined its manufacturing, design and project-management capabilities as demand rises for immersive attractions in parks, museums and tourism venues worldwide.
Syndacast launches Luxora Asia luxury travel publication
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Syndacast has launched Luxora.Asia, a curated digital travel publication focused on luxury hotels, resorts, dining and experiences across Asia. The move gives the Bangkok-based agency a new editorial channel for hospitality storytelling while…
Ling adds Ilocano course for global learners
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Ling has launched a new Ilocano course on iOS and Android, expanding its library of 70-plus languages with lessons aimed at beginner and intermediate learners.
Scientists Shift Healthy Aging Focus From Vitamins to Mitochondria
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New longevity research is pushing preventive care toward mitochondrial function, personalized nutrition, and cell-level support rather than a one-size-fits-all vitamin approach.
Canada-backed biodiversity grants deliver gains in Southeast Asia and beyond
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Canada’s CA$20 million investment through the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund supported 100 conservation grants across Southeast Asia and South America in 2025, helping reduce threats to biodiversity while advancing women’s leadership and…
KANHA and B-Real launch limited-edition hemp THC gummy
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KANHA partnered with B-Real to release a limited-edition Sour Black Cherry hemp THC edible under the INSANE brand, with online sales starting July 21 and shipping to 21 states.
Mandapa joins Marriott’s luxury dining series in Bali
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Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, will host Marriott International’s Luxury Dining Series from Sept. 9-11 as part of a five-stop Asia program running August through October.
Sarnath added to UNESCO World Heritage List
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The Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List after a 48th Session vote in Busan, South Korea, making it India’s 45th World Heritage Site. The designation is expected to boost Buddhist tourism,…
Assumption University hosts student AI building event with Adam’s House and AttraX
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Assumption University of Thailand co-hosted a student entrepreneurship event in Bangkok that taught vibe coding and AI-assisted product building to non-technical founders.
North Americans are booking solo trips in 2026
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Solo travel is surging across North America in 2026 as more travelers choose independence over waiting for a companion.
Constar lays out contact lens supplier vetting guide
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Gansu Constar Technology Group has published a distributor guide on how to evaluate contact lens manufacturers for compliance, quality and production speed.
Nexus International School Singapore names Karrie Dietz principal for 2026
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Nexus International School (Singapore) has named Karrie Dietz as its incoming principal effective August 2026 as the IB school heads toward its 15th anniversary.
Pipper Standard named finalist in Agri Plus Award for pineapple-based haircare
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Equator Pure Nature’s Pipper Standard brand was named a finalist in the Lifestyle Innovation category of Thailand’s Agri Plus Award 2026 for sulfate-free, silicone-free haircare made with pineapple-derived technology.
The Medical Agency names Caitlin Steiner as brand ambassador
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The Medical Agency has appointed American travel and lifestyle creator Caitlin Steiner as its official brand ambassador, pairing her audience reach with the company’s push to connect patients with verified healthcare providers across Asia. The…
UN forum side event pushes volunteer ecosystems and youth leadership
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At a 2026 United Nations High-level Political Forum side event in New York, volunteer leaders and young representatives argued that stronger volunteer systems, safer digital tools and youth-led action are essential to delivering the Sustainable…
Hom names new chef team, launches fermentation-led tasting menu in Phuket
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Hom at InterContinental Phuket Resort has appointed Chef de Cuisine Marcelo Baruch and R&D Chef Guillem Aran and unveiled a new tasting menu, Tribhumikatha, in Phuket, Thailand.
Chulalongkorn University president elected to lead Asian Universities Alliance
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Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat of Chulalongkorn University has been elected president of the Asian Universities Alliance for 2027–2029, making him the first Thai university leader to head the regional group.
U Pattaya earns inaugural Green Globe certification
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U Pattaya in southern Thailand has received its first Green Globe certification as the five-star beachfront resort expands waste reduction, staff training and community programs.
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