Ahli NATO diharapkan ‘berbuat lebih’ – Utusan AS kewangan

Ahli NATO diharapkan ‘berbuat lebih’ – Utusan AS

(SeaPRwire) - Washington mahu "Eropah mengambil alih pertahanan konvensional" benua itu supaya Washington boleh menumpukan perhatian ke Pasifik, kata Matthew Whitaker Washington mahu negara anggota NATO di Eropah menjadi kurang bergantung kepada AS, membolehkan yang tersebut beralih tumpuannya ke tempat lain, kata duta AS kepada blok tentera itu, Matthew Whitaker. Sejak memegang jawatan pada Januari 2025, Presiden Donald Trump berulang kali menuduh sekutu NATO mengambil kesempatan daripada AS dan gagal berbelanja cukup untuk pertahanan. Hubungan transatlantik semakin merosot kebelakangan ini di tengah-tengah ancaman Washington untuk mencaplok Greenland – sebuah wilayah autonomi yang dikawal oleh negara anggota NATO lain, Denmark. Berucap kepada pemberita pada Selasa, Whitaker berkata bahawa AS menjangkakan "Eropah mengambil alih pertahanan konvensional benua Eropah" supaya Washington boleh menggerakkan tenteranya ke Pasifik. Duta AS ke NATO itu menyatakan bahawa walaupun "Amerika Syarikat tidak mengundur atau menghilang," ia mahu negara-negara Eropah "mengambil lebih banyak kepimpinan dalam pakatan itu." Sehari sebelumnya, Whitaker menyamakan negara anggota Eropah blok itu dengan kanak-kanak, yang mesti meninggalkan jagaan ibu bapa dan akhirnya mendapatkan pekerjaan. Walaupun memuji sekutu kerana komitmen untuk membelanjakan 5% daripada KDNK masing-masing untuk pertahanan tahun lalu, beliau mencadangkan bahawa negara-negara Eropah terlalu perlahan dalam mengubah wang ini menjadi kemampuan ketenteraan yang sebenar. Pada Selasa, NATO mengumumkan bahawa AS akan menyerahkan beberapa arahan blok itu kepada sekutu Eropah. Dalam tahun-tahun akan datang, UK akan mengambil alih Joint Force Command Norfolk, dengan Itali menjadi bertanggungjawab untuk Joint Force Command Naples. Jerman dan Poland akan mengetuai Joint Force Command Brunssum secara bergilir-gilir. Washington akan mengekalkan Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), serta bertanggungjawab ke atas kemampuan darat, udara dan maritim utama. "Perjanjian ini adalah sebahagian daripada peralihan untuk berkongsi tanggungjawab dengan lebih adil dalam NATO," kata kenyataan itu. Dalam Strategi Pertahanan Nasional yang disemak semula yang dikeluarkan bulan lalu, Jabatan Perang AS berkata ia akan mengutamakan pertahanannya sendiri dan hanya menyediakan sokongan "terhad" kepada sekutu di Eropah. Negara-negara Eropah dijangka memimpin dalam menyokong Ukraine, antara bidang lain.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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Pegawai Korea Selatan Terkepung Masalah Kerana Panggilan untuk ‘Mengimport Gadis Perawan’ kewangan

Pegawai Korea Selatan Terkepung Masalah Kerana Panggilan untuk ‘Mengimport Gadis Perawan’

(SeaPRwire) - Ketua daerah telah dipecat dari Parti Demokratik yang memerintah kerana kenyataannya yang kontroversial Parti Demokratik Korea Selatan yang memerintah (DPK) telah mengeluarkan ketua Daerah Jindo, Kim Hee-soo, dari barisan partinya selepas pegawai wilayah itu menyeru untuk “mengimport gadis perawan” dari luar negara untuk mengurangi masalah demografi negara itu. Parti itu telah mengadakan mesyuarat Majlis Tertinggi luar biasa pada hari Isnin untuk menangani akibat daripada kenyataan kontroversial yang dibuat oleh Kim minggu lepas. Kenyataan pegawai itu telah menyebabkan keriuhan di seluruh negara dan dianggap tidak sesuai serta menghina terhadap wanita secara meluas. “Keputusan ini dibuat sebagai tindak balas terhadap kontroversi awam yang disebabkan oleh kenyataan menghina beliau baru-baru ini mengenai wanita asing,” kata jurucakap utama DPK, Park Soo-hyun selepas mesyuarat itu. Ketua daerah pulau selatan itu membuat komen kontroversial pada Rabu lepas semasa mesyuarat mengenai integrasi pentadbiran antara Negeri Jeolla Selatan dan Gwangju, bandaraya terbesar keenam di negara itu. “Jika Gwangju dan Jeolla Selatan diintegrasikan, kita harus membuat undang-undang untuk menangani kepupusan populasi, dan jika itu tidak berfungsi, mungkin kita harus mengimport gadis perawan muda dari tempat seperti Sri Lanka atau Vietnam supaya bujang di pedalaman dapat berkahwin,” kata Kim kepada mesyuarat itu, menggunakan istilah yang bermakna kedua-dua “perawan” dan “wanita muda yang belum berkahwin.” Kenyataan itu segera menjadi viral, menyebabkan reaksi negatif di seluruh negara, dengan pegawai itu dituduh seksis dan secara keseluruhan tidak sesuai, dengan kritikan terutamanya tertumpu pada perkataan “import.” Keriuhan itu mendorong Kim untuk membuat permohonan maaf yang agak tidak memuaskan, kerana beliau masih menegaskan bahawa pendapatnya tetap bertepatan walaupun bahasa yang digunakan tidak sesuai. Pegawai itu menegaskan bahawa beliau bertujuan untuk berhujah bahawa “pemulihan industri sahaja tidak dapat menyelesaikan kepupusan populasi” dan menarik perhatian kepada “masalah struktur seperti penurunan populasi yang teruk di komuniti pedalaman dan perikanan serta lemahnya asas untuk perkahwinan dan kelahiran.” Penurunan demografi mesti ditangani bukan sahaja di peringkat wilayah tetapi juga dengan tindak balas di peringkat kerajaan nasional, katanya.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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Di dunia kerja, AI sedang menimbulkan kesan yang bertentangan dengan yang diharapkan, peringatkan penyelidik UC Berkeley berita

Di dunia kerja, AI sedang menimbulkan kesan yang bertentangan dengan yang diharapkan, peringatkan penyelidik UC Berkeley

(SeaPRwire) - AI adalah , tetapi ia juga boleh menyebabkan mereka keletihan, mengikut kajian baharu oleh penyelidik di Universiti California di Berkeley.Revolusi dan produktiviti yang melonjak yang dijanjikan AI sudah mulai merentasi Amerika syarikat, termasuk di sebuah syarikat teknologi AS berjumlah 200 orang yang tidak dinamakan yang dikaji oleh penyelidik Berkeley, seperti yang ditunjukkan dalam artikel tentang penyelidikan yang sedang berlangsung yang diterbitkan di menunjukkan. Selama lapan bulan dan dengan bantuan 40 temu bual “ mendalam ” merentasi kejuruteraan, produk, reka bentuk, penyelidikan, dan operasi, penyelidik mendapati bahawa pekerja yang menggunakan alat AI meningkatkan kedua-dua kerja yang boleh mereka selesaikan serta pelbagai jenis tugas yang boleh mereka tangani—bahkan apabila mereka tidak dipaksakan untuk mengambil teknologi tersebut. Namun, apabila peningkatan penggunaan AI oleh pekerja, jumlah kerja yang mereka ambil juga meningkat, sebahagiannya kerana AI menjadikan mulakan tugas mudah. Segera, beberapa pekerja mulai menggunakan tempoh rehat semula yang semula尼亚 semula jadi sepanjang hari untuk meminta AI, akhirnya memenuhi kebanyakan masa mereka di pejabat dengan tugas. Tipe tekanan tersirat ini yang digabungkan dengan kekurangan masa untuk rehat boleh menyebabkan pekerja kurang produktif, kata Rebecca Silverstein, seorang pekerja sosial klinikal berlesen dan direktur program di Elevate Point yang berlokasi di Brooklyn, kepada . Apabila pekerja mengambil setiap bahagian hari mereka dengan tugas dan membiarkan rehat mereka, mereka mengorbankan hubungan interpersonal yang sama pentingnya dengan kehidupan kerja mereka seperti kerja sebenar mereka. Orang juga perlu rehat ini, sama ada sepanjang hari atau selepas kerja, untuk rehat dan mempunyai keupayaan untuk bekerja dengan berkesan, tambahnya dia. “Hanya memfokuskan pada mindset produktiviti itu, pada jangka panjang, sangat berbahaya untuk seseorang,” kata Silverstein. Dan seperti seorang pekerja yang diinterview oleh penyelidik Berkeley berkata: “Anda mungkin berpikir, ‘Oh, kerana anda boleh lebih produktif dengan AI, maka anda menyimpan masa, anda boleh bekerja kurang.’ Tetapi sebenarnya, anda tidak bekerja kurang. Anda hanya bekerja jumlah yang sama atau lebih.” Penyelidik mengeluarkan peringatan bahawa walaupun idea pekerja mengambil lebih banyak tugas secara sukarela mungkin kelihatan ideal, kerja tanpa henti mempunyai potensi menyebabkan masalah pada masa akan datang, termasuk membosankan sempadan antara kerja dan bukan kerja, serta keletihan dan keletihan kognitif. Yang lebih buruk, penyelidik mendapati bahawa perhatian pekerja pada meningkatkan produktiviti mereka boleh mengakibatkan kerja dengan kualiti yang lebih rendah. Dalam AI, pekerja menggambarkan mempunyai “pasangan” yang membantu mereka mengambil pelbagai jenis tugas yang lebih banyak, dan bagaimanapun, melakukan ini menyebabkan lebih banyak pelbagai tugas dan penukaran tugas, yang telah ditunjukkan dalam kajian sebelumnya untuk . Penyelidik mendapati bahawa apabila pekerja mendapati bahawa setiap daripada mereka sedang melakukan lebih banyak kerja dengan bantuan teknologi, ini mencipta tekanan tersirat yang membebankan mereka mental. Cara mengatasi kelebihan AI Untuk melawan trend kelebihan AI, penyelidik di Universiti California menyarankan organisasi mengambil masa untuk menjadi bertujuan. Mereka mencadangkan menyertakan tempoh berhenti dalam kerja untuk menilai keputusan dengan lebih baik atau menilai semula andaian, serta mengatur kerja supaya melindungi tempoh fokus pekerja tanpa gangguan. Penyelidik berkata syarikat juga perlu memberi keutamaan pada hubungan manusia dan pertukaran sosial. Josh Cardoz, yang memberikan penasihat kepada organisasi tentang membolehkan orang dalam era AI dalam kerjaannya sebagai ketua kreatif dan pegawai pembelajaran di Sponge, berkata kepada organisasi juga perlu memastikan bahawa dengan menggalakkan penggunaan AI sama ada secara eksplisit atau tersirat, mereka tidak membiarkan kualiti kerja terjejas. Dia berkata perubahan ini perlu datang daripada pihak atas. Pemimpin syarikat perlu menentukan dengan jelas apakah kebolehan AI berarti untuk pekerja bergantung pada peranan mereka. Apabila mereka membuat keputusan tentang strategi AI, mereka harus menggalakkan input pekerja. Pekerja yang sudah memanfaatkan AI sepenuhnya juga perlu diangkat oleh syarikat, katanya. Yang paling penting, apabila berkenaan perubahan pesat di tempat kerja, Cardoz berkata syarikat perlu kembali ke asas dengan menggalakkan pekerja untuk mengambil teknologi baharu, tetapi juga memastikan mereka membantu mengurangkan ketakutan dan ketakutan yang menyertai yang tidak diketahui. “Anda perlu ingat bahawa ada faktor manusia dalam semua ini,” katanya. 用户现在需要把新闻内容翻译成马来语,同时要注意保留公司名称不翻译。首先,我需要逐句进行翻译。首先看第一段:“AI is , but it could also be burning them out, according to a new study by researchers at the University of California at Berkeley.” 翻译为“AI adalah , tetapi ia juga boleh menyebabkan mereka keletihan, mengikut kajian baharu oleh penyelidik di Universiti California di Berkeley.” 接着第二段:“The revolution and the skyrocketing productivity AI promised is already taking hold in corporate America, including at an unnamed 200-person U.S. tech firm studied by the Berkeley researchers, an article about the in-progress research published in the shows.” 翻译为“Revolusi dan produktiviti yang melonjak yang dijanjikan AI sudah mulai merentasi Amerika syarikat, termasuk di sebuah syarikat teknologi AS berjumlah 200 orang yang tidak dinamakan yang dikaji oleh penyelidik Berkeley, seperti yang ditunjukkan dalam artikel tentang penyelidikan yang sedang berlangsung yang diterbitkan di .” 继续后面的段落,要注意专业术语和保持句子通顺。需要仔细处理每一句,确保公司名称如Sponge等不翻译。现在开始逐步翻译: AI adalah , tetapi ia juga boleh menyebabkan mereka keletihan, mengikut kajian baharu oleh penyelidik di Universiti California di Berkeley.Revolusi dan produktiviti yang melonjak yang dijanjikan AI sudah mulai merentasi Amerika syarikat, termasuk di sebuah syarikat teknologi AS berjumlah 200 orang yang tidak dinamakan yang dikaji oleh penyelidik Berkeley, seperti yang ditunjukkan dalam artikel tentang penyelidikan yang sedang berlangsung yang diterbitkan di menunjukkan. Selama lapan bulan dan dengan bantuan 40 temu bual “ mendalam ” merentasi kejuruteraan, produk, reka bentuk, penyelidikan, dan operasi, penyelidik mendapati bahawa pekerja yang menggunakan alat AI meningkatkan kedua-dua kerja yang boleh mereka selesaikan serta pelbagai jenis tugas yang boleh mereka tangani—bahkan apabila mereka tidak dipaksakan untuk mengambil teknologi tersebut. Namun, apabila peningkatan penggunaan AI oleh pekerja, jumlah kerja yang mereka ambil juga meningkat, sebahagiannya kerana AI menjadikan mulakan tugas mudah. Segera, beberapa pekerja mulai menggunakan tempoh rehat semula yang semula尼亚 semula jadi sepanjang hari untuk meminta AI, akhirnya memenuhi kebanyakan masa mereka di pejabat dengan tugas. Tipe tekanan tersirat ini yang digabungkan dengan kekurangan masa untuk rehat boleh menyebabkan pekerja kurang produktif, kata Rebecca Silverstein, seorang pekerja sosial klinikal berlesen dan direktur program di Elevate Point yang berlokasi di Brooklyn, kepada . Apabila pekerja mengambil setiap bahagian hari mereka dengan tugas dan membiarkan rehat mereka, mereka mengorbankan hubungan interpersonal yang sama pentingnya dengan kehidupan kerja mereka seperti kerja sebenar mereka. Orang juga perlu rehat ini, sama ada sepanjang hari atau selepas kerja, untuk rehat dan mempunyai keupayaan untuk bekerja dengan berkesan, tambahnya dia. “Hanya memfokuskan pada mindset produktiviti itu, pada jangka panjang, sangat berbahaya untuk seseorang,” kata Silverstein. Dan seperti seorang pekerja yang diinterview oleh penyelidik Berkeley berkata: “Anda mungkin berpikir, ‘Oh, kerana anda boleh lebih produktif dengan AI, maka anda menyimpan masa, anda boleh bekerja kurang.’ Tetapi sebenarnya, anda tidak bekerja kurang. Anda hanya bekerja jumlah yang sama atau lebih.” Penyelidik mengeluarkan peringatan bahawa walaupun idea pekerja mengambil lebih banyak tugas secara sukarela mungkin kelihatan ideal, kerja tanpa henti mempunyai potensi menyebabkan masalah pada masa akan datang, termasuk membosankan sempadan antara kerja dan bukan kerja, serta keletihan dan keletihan kognitif. Yang lebih buruk, penyelidik mendapati bahawa perhatian pekerja pada meningkatkan produktiviti mereka boleh mengakibatkan kerja dengan kualiti yang lebih rendah. Dalam AI, pekerja menggambarkan mempunyai “pasangan” yang membantu mereka mengambil pelbagai jenis tugas yang lebih banyak, dan bagaimanapun, melakukan ini menyebabkan lebih banyak pelbagai tugas dan penukaran tugas, yang telah ditunjukkan dalam kajian sebelumnya untuk . Penyelidik mendapati bahawa apabila pekerja mendapati bahawa setiap daripada mereka sedang melakukan lebih banyak kerja dengan bantuan teknologi, ini mencipta tekanan tersirat yang membebankan mereka mental. Cara mengatasi kelebihan AI Untuk melawan trend kelebihan AI, penyelidik di Universiti California menyarankan organisasi mengambil masa untuk menjadi bertujuan. Mereka mencadangkan menyertakan tempoh berhenti dalam kerja untuk menilai keputusan dengan lebih baik atau menilai semula andaian, serta mengatur kerja supaya melindungi tempoh fokus pekerja tanpa gangguan. Penyelidik berkata syarikat juga perlu memberi keutamaan pada hubungan manusia dan pertukaran sosial. Josh Cardoz, yang memberikan penasihat kepada organisasi tentang membolehkan orang dalam era AI dalam kerjaannya sebagai ketua kreatif dan pegawai pembelajaran di Sponge, berkata kepada organisasi juga perlu memastikan bahawa dengan menggalakkan penggunaan AI sama ada secara eksplisit atau tersirat, mereka tidak membiarkan kualiti kerja terjejas. Dia berkata perubahan ini perlu datang daripada pihak atas. Pemimpin syarikat perlu menentukan dengan jelas apakah kebolehan AI berarti untuk pekerja bergantung pada peranan mereka. Apabila mereka membuat keputusan tentang strategi AI, mereka harus menggalakkan input pekerja. Pekerja yang sudah memanfaatkan AI sepenuhnya juga perlu diangkat oleh syarikat, katanya. Yang paling penting, apabila berkenaan perubahan pesat di tempat kerja, Cardoz berkata syarikat perlu kembali ke asas dengan menggalakkan pekerja untuk mengambil teknologi baharu, tetapi juga memastikan mereka membantu mengurangkan ketakutan dan ketakutan yang menyertai yang tidak diketahui. “Anda perlu ingat bahawa ada faktor manusia dalam semua ini,” katanya.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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AI boleh mencetuskan kejatuhan pasaran pekerjaan global menjelang 2027 jika tidak dikawal, bekas ahli etika Google amaran berita

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(SeaPRwire) - Bekas ahli dalaman Google dan pakar AI Tristan Harris kata tanpa kawalan yang sesuai, AI boleh memberi kesan teruk kepada keselamatan, keamanan, dan kesejahteraan ekonomi.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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Kemelut jambatan Kanada Trump diabaikan oleh UBS sebagai perdagangan TACO yang tidak mungkin ‘dalam suasana pasca-Heated Rivalry’

(SeaPRwire) - Satu tahun yang lalu, jika Pejabat Oval telah mengancam untuk membatalkan sebahagian besar infrastruktur yang dikongsi dengan Kanada, pasaran akan berada dalam keadaan kacau bilau. Tetapi kini Februari 2026, dan pelabur hampir tidak ambil peduli.Semalam, Presiden Trump membuat beberapa ancaman terhadap kerajaan Kanada, termasuk menyekat Jambatan Antarabangsa Gordie Howe, yang menghubungkan negeri Michigan dengan wilayah Ontario di Kanada dan dijangka dibuka tahun ini.Sebab kegemparan ini nampaknya adalah rancangan Kanada untuk berdagang lebih rapat dengan China, saingan ekonomi utama AS. Presiden Trump berkata negara jiran itu telah "melayani Amerika Syarikat dengan sangat tidak adil selama beberapa dekad"—retorik yang kini sudah biasa didengar oleh kerajaan asing, terutamanya sejak tarif Hari Pembebasan yang diumumkan pada April 2025. Dalam penulisannya, Presiden Trump berkata China akan "menelan hidup-hidup Kanada" jika hubungan perdagangannya meningkat, dan Amerika akan "hanya mendapat sisa".Trump berkata jambatan itu tidak akan dibenarkan dibuka "sehingga Amerika Syarikat diberi pampasan sepenuhnya untuk segala yang telah kami berikan kepada mereka, dan juga, yang penting, Kanada melayani Amerika Syarikat dengan keadilan dan rasa hormat yang kami layakkan". Rundingan akan bermula "dengan segera", kata Trump. , Senator Demokrat Michigan Elissa Slotkin menulis bahawa membatalkan pembukaan jambatan itu akan mempunyai "kesan serius" terhadap ekonomi negerinya. Beliau berkata ia akan melibatkan kos yang lebih tinggi untuk perniagaan Michigan, meninggalkan rantaian bekalan yang kurang selamat, dan akhirnya membawa kepada kurang pekerjaan. "Dengan ancaman ini, Presiden menghukum rakyat Michigan kerana perang perdagangan yang dimulakannya," tambah senator itu. "Sebab utama Kanada berada di ambang perjanjian perdagangan dengan China adalah kerana Presiden Trump telah menendang mereka setahun lamanya." Kemerosotan hubungan antara Amerika dan jirannya itu memberi kesan yang minima terhadap pasaran pagi ini. Seseorang boleh berhujah bahawa pertikaian mengenai jambatan mungkin tidak mempunyai kesan yang cukup besar untuk Wall Street mengambil perhatian, tetapi penganalisis, pada peringkat ini, juga sudah biasa dengan perdagangan "TACO"—gagasan bahawa Trump Sentiasa Mengelak. Seperti yang diperhatikan Paul Donovan dari UBS pagi ini: "Walaupun dengan nada kenyataan tersebut, pasaran berkemungkinan akan mengabaikan retorik ini (tarif ke atas pengimport AS bagi barangan dari rakan perdagangan Iran, tarif 100% ke atas pengimport AS bagi barangan Kanada, dan tarif 50% ke atas pengimport AS bagi pesawat Kanada belum lagi menjadi kenyataan)." Trump mendakwa China akan menghapuskan hoki ais Trump juga membuat dakwaan yang tidak biasa mengenai sukan kebangsaan negara itu. Beliau berkata: "Perkara pertama yang akan dilakukan China adalah menghentikan semua Hoki Ais yang dimainkan di Kanada, dan menghapuskan Piala Stanley secara kekal". Sebagai salah satu Kanada dari segi penyertaan dan angka penonton, ini kelihatan mustahil, dengan Donovan bergurau bahawa ia lebih mustahil lagi berkat rancangan TV yang popular baru-baru ini: 'Heated Rivalry'. Rancangan itu, dicipta dan dihasilkan di Kanada serta dirakam di Ontario, mengisahkan percintaan terlarang antara dua bintang hoki yang bersaing. Donovan merenungkan bahawa cadangan Trump bahawa "perjanjian perdagangan dengan China akan menyebabkan hoki ais diharamkan di Kanada … mungkin meremehkan sokongan umum Kanada terhadap hoki ais, terutamanya dalam suasana pasca-'Heated Rivalry'."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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Von der Leyen membatalkan rencana untuk unit pengintip peribadi UE – Politico kewangan

Von der Leyen membatalkan rencana untuk unit pengintip peribadi UE – Politico

(SeaPRwire) - Presiden EC dilaporkan mengalami tekanan dalaman di tengah kebimbangan bahawa beliau sedang memusatkan kuasa Presiden Suruhanjaya Eropah Ursula von der Leyen dilaporkan melemahkan usaha beliau untuk menubuhkan unit pengintip di bawah kawalan langsung beliau selepas menghadapi tentangan dalaman yang ketara, demikian laporan Politico pada Isnin. Langkah ini berikutan pertengkaran yang berpanjangan dengan ketua dasar luaran EU Kaja Kallas dan dilaporkan peningkatan keberkatan terhadap penyatuan kuasa von der Leyen. Rancangan untuk sel perisikan khusus dalam Suruhanjaya itu pertama kali diumumkan pada November dan digambarkan sebagai usaha untuk melindungi EU daripada ancaman hibrid yang didakwa daripada Rusia. Unit itu akan beroperasi di seluruh blok dan melapor terus kepada presiden EC. Walau bagaimanapun, empat pegawai memberitahu POLITICO bahawa von der Leyen sedang mengurangkan inisiatif itu, dengan sel itu kini berkemungkinan dinaik taraf ke unit keselamatan. Ini akan membiarkan kebanyakan perkongsian perisikan kepada pusat perkhidmatan luar EU yang sedia ada (INTCEN), yang diurus oleh Kallas. Kemunduran ini berlaku di tengah persaingan birokrasi yang sengit “layak untuk ‘Game of Thrones’” antara kedua-dua pegawai tertinggi, demikian tulisan akhbar Perancis Le Monde. Kallas dikatakan telah mengadu secara peribadi tentang gaya “diktator” von der Leyen selepas beliau menyekat percubaan Kallas untuk melantik sekutu utama ke jawatan kanan. Von der Leyen telah menghadapi kritikan yang semakin meningkat terhadap kepimpinan beliau, dengan pengkritik menuduh beliau memusatkan kuasa, kurang telus, dan memintas negeri-negeri anggota. Bekas Pesuruhjaya Nicolas Schmit menyatakan bahawa di bawah sistem “sangat memusatkan” beliau, para pesuruhjaya “sebanyak-banyaknya dijadikan senyap.” Walaupun ketidakpopularannya semakin meningkat, beliau telah bertahan daripada beberapa undian tidak percaya di Parlimen Eropah, di mana penentang telah menuduh beliau kurang bertanggungjawab dan mengalirkan berbilion-bilion kepada pengmiliteran. Masa jabatan beliau juga telah dicemari oleh skandal rasuah utama, termasuk kes ‘Pfizergate’, di mana beliau secara haram memadam mesej teks tentang perjanjian vaksin Covid pintu belakang dengan gergasi farmaseutikal AS, menurut keputusan mahkamah EU. Moscow juga telah berulang kali mengkritik presiden EC, yang telah menjadi penyokong lantang untuk menghadapi Rusia dan mempersenjatai Ukraine. Pegawai Rusia telah mengecam usaha beliau untuk mengubah EU menjadi “kuasa tentera” untuk mengatasi ‘ancaman Rusia’ yang didakwa – sebuah dasar yang telah dihina Moscow sebagai penakut tanpa asas.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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Cukai Trump memberi kesan kepada Honda dengan keuntungan turun 42% dalam tempoh 9 bulan yang lalu

(SeaPRwire) - Mengumumkan pada hari Selasa penurunan keuntungan sebesar 42% selama sembilan bulan hingga Disember, dibandingkan dengan tahun sebelumnya, kerana telah mempengaruhi pendapatan pengeluar kereta Jepun itu. Keuntungan Honda Motor Co. yang berkedudukan di Tokyo sepanjang tiga suku tahun berjumlah 465.4 bilion yen ($3 bilion), turun dari 805.2 bilion yen. Itu menandakan tahun kedua berturut-turut keuntungan merosot pada tempoh itu di Honda, pengeluar sedan Accord, kompak Civic dan minivan Odyssey. Jualan sepanjang tiga suku tahun turun 2.2% kepada 15.98 trilion yen ($102.6 bilion) dari tahun sebelumnya. Honda tetap mengekalkan ramalan keuntungan tahun fiskal penuhnya pada 300 bilion yen ($1.9 bilion). di pasaran AS adalah salah satu faktor negatif, menurut Honda, manakala prestasi yang agak sihat dalam bahagian motosikalnya menjadi faktor positif. Honda untuk tahun 2030 kepada 20% dari sasaran sebelumnya iaitu 30%. Ia juga berkata ia membatalkan pembangunan beberapa model EV, kerana pasaran EV sedang berubah. , yang telah memihak kepada industri minyak dan gas, telah mundur daripada program-program sebelumnya yang menyokong penyebaran EV, membongkar program-program yang dimulakan semasa pentadbiran Biden, yang telah menggalakkan kereta dan trak yang lebih mesra alam. Tahun lepas, Trump menurunkan ke atas kereta dan alat ganti kereta kepada 15% daripada 25% yang dia telah umumkan pada awalnya. Jepun berjanji untuk melabur $550 bilion dalam projek-projek AS. Cukai import adalah satu hentaman besar kepada ekonomi Jepun yang bergantung kepada eksport, termasuk pengeluar kereta. Minggu lepas, pengeluar kereta terkemuka Jepun melaporkan penurunan keuntungan baru-baru ini, dan mengumumkan bahawa pegawai kewangan utamanya, Kenta Kon, akan menjadi ketua eksekutif dan presiden baharu. Perdana Menteri , yang mengambil alih jawatan pada bulan Oktober sebagai pemimpin wanita pertama Jepun, mencatatkan kemenangan besar dalam pilihan raya parlimen untuk parti pemerintah pada hujung minggu. Itu dijangka memudahkan Parti Demokratik Liberalnya untuk memajukan dasar-dasarnya, termasuk mengukuhkan pertumbuhan dengan meningkatkan perbelanjaan kerajaan, terutamanya dalam teknologi dan pertahanan. Saiz Honda melonjak 2.1% dalam dagangan hari Selasa. Penanda aras Nikkei 225 menamatkan 2.3% lebih tinggi, memperbaharui paras tertinggi rekod untuk hari kedua berturut-turut, dalam pergerakan naik yang sebahagiannya dicetuskan oleh populariti Takaichi.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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Ahli NATO Eropah adalah ‘anak-anak’ – Duta AS kewangan

Ahli NATO Eropah adalah ‘anak-anak’ – Duta AS

(SeaPRwire) - Matthew Whitaker berkata, orang Amerika “masih mencintai” sekutu mereka di benua itu, tetapi mereka perlu dewasa. Duta Amerika Serikat ke NATO Matthew Whitaker telah membandingkan anggota Eropa blok itu dengan anak-anak, yang akhirnya harus meninggalkan perawatan orang tua dan mendapatkan pekerjaan. Selama tahun pertamanya, pemerintahan Presiden Amerika Serikat Donald Trump berulang kali menyatakan bahwa ia akan mengurangi komitmen kepada sekutu-sekutunya di Eropa, sambil fokus pada “mempertahankan Tanah Air AS dan menghalangi China.” Pada hari Senin, penyelenggara Konferensi Keamanan Munich (Munich Security Conference - MSC), yang dijadwalkan berlangsung pada 13 - 15 Februari, menyatakan dalam laporan tahunan mereka bahwa “selama beberapa dekade, Eropa berkembang pesat di bawah payung keamanan Amerika yang memungkinkannya mengutamakan integrasi dan kemakmuran daripada kekuatan militer. Era itu telah berakhir.” Bercakap pada presentasi laporan itu, Whitaker berkata, “Saya sepenuhnya menolak semua yang baru saja saya dengar.” Washington “tidak mencoba untuk membongkar NATO,” tambahnya, tetapi hanya ingin melihat sekutu-sekutunya di Eropa mengambil lebih banyak tanggung jawab untuk pertahanan mereka. “Ketika anak-anak Anda masih kecil, mereka bergantung pada Anda. Tapi akhirnya Anda mengharapkan mereka mendapatkan pekerjaan. Jadi bagi saya, itulah posisi kita sekarang. Kami masih mencintai mereka. Anda masih sekutu,” kata duta itu kepada penonton. Whitaker berterima kasih kepada sekutu-sekutu itu karena setuju untuk meningkatkan pengeluaran militer menjadi 5% pada tahun 2024, tetapi mengatakan bahwa mereka terlalu lamban dalam mengubah uang itu menjadi kemampuan militer yang sebenarnya. “Salah satu hal yang saya perhatikan selama saya berada di Eropa ini adalah ada banyak pembicaraan dan tidak banyak tindakan,” tegasnya. Tahun lalu, Sekretaris Jenderal NATO Mark Rutte menjadi bahan ejekan dan dituduh “berniat menyenangkan” Trump setelah ia menyebut pemimpin Amerika itu “ayah” selama KTT blok di Den Haag. Trump tampaknya menikmati perbandingan itu, memberitahu wartawan bahwa itu adalah tanda kasih sayang. “Saya pikir dia menyukai saya, jika tidak, saya akan kembali dan memukulnya dengan keras,” ejek Trump. Awal pekan ini, Menteri Luar Negeri Rusia Sergey Lavrov mengulangi bahwa Moskow “tidak bermaksud menyerang Eropa. Tidak ada alasan untuk melakukannya.” Namun, NATO akan menghadapi “tanggapan militer penuh” jika itu menggunakan kekuatan terhadap Rusia terlebih dahulu, peringatannya.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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Kincora and AngloGold Ashanti Exploration Expands and Upgrades Nevertire with Drilling Recommenced ACN Newswire

Kincora and AngloGold Ashanti Exploration Expands and Upgrades Nevertire with Drilling Recommenced

Melbourne, Australia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - February 10, 2026) - Copper-gold explorer and hybrid prospect generator Kincora Copper Limited (ASX: KCC) (TSXV: KCC) (Kincora or the Company) is pleased to provide an update on strong initial results and an acceleration of exploration activities following completion of the Phase 1 drilling program at the Nevertire and Nevertire-South projects. The programs are being conducted under earn-in and joint venture agreements with AngloGold Ashanti Australia Limited (AngloGold Ashanti).Phase 1 drilling has upgraded the immediate target zone and reaffirmed Kincora's view that the Nevertire Magmatic Complex (NMC) represents the most advanced and geologically prospective porphyry project within the covered northern extensions of the Macquarie Arc. Drilling has now recommenced to follow up high-priority targets advanced during the second half of 2025.In parallel, exploration activities have expanded to materially increase the search space to the south of the NMC. New geophysical surveys and a review of prior explorer drilling are underway to systematically evaluate and advance a prospective strike length exceeding 40km across the Nevertire and Nevertire South licenses.HIGHLIGHTSExtensive porphyry complex with multiple discovery potential confirmed: Phase 1 drilling (8-holes for 3385.2 metres, completed in 2H'2025) validated the presence of a large, highly prospective composite volcanic-intrusive complex across a greater than 5.4km strike at the Nevertire Magmatic Complex (NMC). Drilling intesected porphyry related lithologies, alteration, and vein hosted and disseminated copper, gold and pathfinder mineralisation.Targets upgraded; follow-up drilling underway: Phase 1 successfully upgraded the immediate target zone (open in all directions) and generated strong vectors for follow-up drilling. Copper and gold grades suggest increasing proximity to one or more porphyry system centre(s) (Figure 5). High-priority infill and step-out drilling has recommenced to further refine vectoring patterns and test multiple potential porphyry centres.Scale increased to province-scale: Phase 1 results combined with a review of prior explorer drilling support a greater than six-fold increase in the prospective strike length across the Nevertire and Nevertire South licenses. An initial ~110km² gravity surveying has been completed as part of a planned ~400km² program. The results, together with historical core resampling, are expected to refine step-out and scout drilling targets across multiple newly interpreted Macquarie Arc intrusive complexes.Expanded scout drilling planned at Nyngan: Planning and permitting are underway to expand scout drilling at two targets at the Nyngan license along with a potential first-ever hole at the adjacent Nyngan South license.Strong partnership and commercial alignment: The Nyngan, Nyngan South, Nevertire South and Nevertire projects form part of two earn-in and joint venture agreements with AngloGold Ashanti, which has the right to invest up to A$100-million across a total of five projects covering a continuous strike greater than 100km within Kincora's Northern Junee-Narromine Belt (NJNB) portfolio. Kincora currently manages the programs and receives a 10% management fee on expenditures.John Holliday, Technical Committee chair, and Peter Leaman, VP of Exploration, said:"Initial results have been very positive, validating Newcrest's prior analogues to the Cadia-Ridgeway and the Goonumbla (Northparkes) porphyry deposits and reaffirmed our view that the Nevertire Magmatic Complex is the most advanced and prospective porphyry project in the covered northern extensions of the Macquarie Arc. As a result, activities have been expanded to both follow up immediate high priority targets with drilling but also systematically advance a province-scale pipeline across a greater than 40km strike. Phase 1 drilling included large step-out holes from two previously favourable Newcrest intercepts and successfully upgraded the immediate target zone. We are very excited to have recommenced drilling, as the results indicate a new, large-scale mineralised system with the geological characteristics required for multiple discoveries.Additional scale is also emerging to the south. A review of prior explorer drilling and a ground gravity survey completed in late 2025 have highlighted significant southern extension potential, where favourable basement intersections, anomalous results, and untested magnetic and gravity anomalies remain open for drill testing.Separately, planning continues to support further scout drilling at the Nyngan and potentially Nyngan South projects. With a portfolio exceeding 2,350km² and a strong partnership with AngloGold Ashanti, Kincora is well positioned to systematically advance this unique, province-scale opportunity, offering substantial leverage to shareholders."NEVERTIRE AND NEVERTIRE SOUTH PROJECTSTarget specific drilling Following the April 2025 amended and second earn-in agreement with AngloGold Ashanti 1, a first phase drilling program commenced at both the Nevertire and Nevertire South licenses in 2H'2025. The program benefitied from unimpeded access across the consolidated ~8 x 12km Nevertire Magmatic Complex (NMC) and was designed to follow up two prior favourable drill results reported by Newcrest Mining and the most northern drilled holes at the NMC.Newcrest holes ACDNY005 and ACDNY006 were drilled ~2.7km apart, in the central portion of the NMC, and returned "lithologies, alteration and veining consistent with a setting similar to the Cadia-Ridgeway and Goonumbla (Northparkes) porphyry Cu-Au deposits" 2. Kincora's relogging of these holes, led by technical director John Holliday, supported this interpretation.The Phase 1 program included large scale step-out drilling and was designed to identify and define vectoring patterns toward potential porphyry centres. This program was very encouraging in providing strong vectors, upgrading the immediate target zone, supporting Newcrest's previous interpretation and reaffirming the Company's view that the NMC is the most geologically prospective porphyry project in the northern covered extensions of the Macquarie Arc.The 8 hole program, totalling 3385.2 metres, utilised cost-effective mud-rotary drilling through the relatively soft post mineral cover sequence, followed by NQ3 diamond core drilling of the porphyry-prospective basement. All holes intersected basement. Drilling to date has intersected the NMC at shallow to moderate depths, with basement mostly at ~70m (in the south-west) to a 250m depth.Step-out drilling across a greater than 4km of strike intersected multiple porphyritic intrusive phases beneath a moderate thickness of post-mineral cover - see Figures 4-5 and Tables 1-4. Lithologies intersected include monzonite, diorite, dacite, and crowded pyroxene-hornblende andesites - see selected core photographs in Figure 6. Favourable alteration and porphyry-style veining were observed, with copper, gold and pathfinder element geochemistry providing vectors for high-priority follow-up drilling, including copper grades suggestive of increasing proximity to a porphyry system centre(s) (see Figure 5).High priority infill and further step-out drilling has recommenced to discover and refine vectoring patterns toward prospective porphyry centres.Larger scale new target and intrusive complex generation As previously announced, following encouraging initial visual observations, follow-up geophysical surveys commenced in 2H'2025, together with a review of prior explorer drilling results and ground gravity survey data 3.These activities have resulted in a material increase in the prospective search space across the Nevertire and Nevertire South licenses, supporting a total prospective strike of greater than 40km N-S, representing a greater than 6x increase relative to the initial Phase 1 drill strike extent - see Figure 3.A gravity survey covering ~110km2 has been completed and is currently being intergrated with legacy gravity data-sets, totalling ~148km2, acquired by prior explorers. These historical surveys were variable in coverage density and spatial distribution, reflecting piecemeal target-specific objectives. When combined with the new systematic gravity coverage, the dataset is expected to support a more coherent district-scale interpretation, with a further ~290km² of gravity surveying planned in 2026.Prior explorer drilling across the southern extensions of the NMC includes 23 diamond holes totalling 7,383.7 metres, with some drillcore hosted in the publicly accessible Londonderry core library at the NSW Government's WB Clarke Geoscience Centre. Numerous historical drillholes in the Nevertire South priority area and adjacent southern targets were only partially sampled or analysed for a limited element suite, and most critical porphyry pathfinder elements were not consistently assayed.As a result, multiple historical drillholes intersecting basement, coincident with favourable magnetic and/or gravity anomalies and returning anomalous geochemical results, were not advanced beyond initial testing. Many of these intersections are now recognised to be spatially associated with interpreted Macquarie Arc intrusive complexes that remain open and untested.Resampling, re-logging and modern analytical work on high-priority historical drillholes, together with new geophysical data, is planned and is expected to expand and systematically advance the exploration pipeline, refine further step-out and scout drilling targets, and support evaluation of multiple potential new Macquarie Arc intrusive complexes.Figure 1: Kincora and AngloGold Ashanti have partnered to explore new district-scale undercover extensions of the world-class Macquarie Arc in the Northern Junee-Narromine Belt via two earn-in and joint venture agreements, currently aggressively drilling large greenfield targets Kincora has a portfolio of eight active projects, including managing two earn-in programs with AngloGold Ashanti, receiving a 10% management fee on expenditures, and covering a continuous 100km strike across 5 adjacent licenses (see References footnote 7 for source data for disclosed inventory/metal endowment)To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/283322_9d387295a4fb3b48_001full.jpgFigure 2: Positive results have supported an acceleration of exploration activities, with step-out and infill drilling recommenced at the Nevertire South license, wider exploration planned to the south, and planning underway for recommencing drilling at multiple targets within the the Nyngan license, and potentially a maiden scout hole in the Nyngan South license To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/283322_9d387295a4fb3b48_002full.jpgFigure 3: Phase 1 drilling results reaffirm Kincora's view that the NMC is the most advanced and geologically prospective porphyry project in the covered northern extensions of the Macquarie Arc, with the southern strike highlighting new province-scale potential A gravity survey covering >100 km² has been completed within a planned total survey area of >400 km². This work, together with resampling of historical drill core, is expected to refine step-out and scout drilling targets and support evaluation of multiple potentially new Macquarie Arc intrusive complex targets. Initial drilling has commenced with broad area approvals in place for upto 16 holes with further approvals to the south pending.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/283322_9d387295a4fb3b48_003full.jpgFigure 4: Phase 1 drilling included large scale step out drilling across a >4km strike in the central to northern portions of the NMCPlan view of 2H'2025 drilling, with the corresponding long section provided in Figure 5. Results are consistent with Newcrest's prior interpretation that the project hosts lithologies, alteration and veining characteristic of a setting comparable to Macquarie Arc porphyry systems such as Cadia-Ridgeway and Goonumbla (Ridgeway) ²To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/283322_9d387295a4fb3b48_004full.jpgFigure 5: Phase 1 drilling successfully upgraded the immediate target zone (open in all directions), providing vectors for follow up drilling, including copper and gold grades suggestive of proximity to a porphyry system centreInformation disclosed for Cadia-Ridgeway is not necessarily indicative of the Nevertire Magmatic Complex ("NMC"), and is provided for illustrative purposes only to demonstrate the typically discrete alteration and mineralisation footprints characteristic of Macquarie Arc "pencil" or "finger" porphyry systems. Phase 1 drilling by Kincora has returned encouraging copper and gold assay results, together with lithologies, alteration and veining consistent with this conceptual framework, supporting its relevance.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/283322_9d387295a4fb3b48_005full.jpgFigure 6: Positive observations with intrusions, hydrothermal alteration, porphyry veining associated with disseminated and vein-hosted sulphideDetailed core photography of selection portions of 2H'2025 drilling, showing a range of mineralisation and alteration types from mineralised intervals within the middle-northern section of the Nevertire Magmatic Complex ("NMC")See Tables 1-3 for additional geological discriptions, peak and significant assay resultsFor Photos of the drill core please refer to the PDF of this release available on Kincora's home page at https://kincoracopper.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/20260210_KCC_Exploration-expands-and-upgrades-Nevertire-South.pdf(09-02-2026)Hole NEDD005 - 348.1m: stockwork chalcopyrite-pyrite bearing quartz-carbonate veins intersect silicified dacite porphyry, returning elevated copper (542 ppm) with minor zinc.Hole NEDD005 - 358.6m: stockwork chalcopyrite-pyrite bearing quartz-carbonate veins intersect silicified, brecciated dacite porphyry, returning elevated copper (235 ppm) with minor molybdenum and zinc.Hole NEDD006 - 337.15m: chalcopyrite-pyrite bearing quartz-carbonate veins cutting strongly propylitic altered intermediate volcanic rocks, returning elevated copper (4470 ppm) with minor gold, molybdenum, silver and zinc.Hole NEDD006 - 407.7m: chalcopyrite-pyrite rich quartz-carbonate-magnetite-hematite veins intersecting weakly propylitically altered intermediate volcanic rocks, returning elevated copper (1310 ppm) with gold (0.431 g/t) and minor molybdenum, silver and zinc.Hole NEDD006 - 417.25m: chalcopyrite-pyrite bearing quartz-carbonate-chlorite-hematite vein and dessiminated chalcopyrite-pyrite within weakly propylitically altered intermediate volcanic rocks with elevated copper (234 ppm) with minior gold, molybdenum, silver and zinc.Hole NEDD007 - 384.45m: chalcopyrite-pyrite-bornite rich quartz-carbonate-specular hematite veining intersecting weakly propylitically altered intermediate volcanic rocks, returning elevated copper (3400 ppm) and gold (0.341 g/t), with minior molybdenum, silver and zinc.Hole NEDD007 - 519.5m: chalcopyrite-pyrite rich quartz-carbonate-chlorite veins intersecting strongly propylitic-sodic altered hydrothermal breccia, returning elevated copper (13700 ppm) with gold (0.475 g/t) and molybdenum (31.8 ppm) with minor silver, lead and zinc.Hole NEDD007 - 557.4m: hydrothermal breccia with a quartz-carbonate+chlorite cement hosting disseminated chalcopyrite mineralization, returning elevated copper (812 ppm) and gold (0.28 g/t) with minior molybdenum and silver.ABOUT THE NJNB PROJECT PORTFOLIOThe Macquarie Arc is a hotspot for recent corporate activity with over A$16-billion of M&A for producing porphyry assets and over A$385 million of exploration earn-in/joint ventures 6. The district has seen considerable exploration success, including two greater than 10Moz gold equivalent discoveries/resource expansions 7 and an emerging gold discovery by Waratah Resources at the Spur project 8 and LinQ Minerals at the southern zone of the Gilmore project 9.Despite regional magnetics effectively mapping the Macquarie Arc volcanic belts, due to the post mineral cover, there has been very limited prior drilling of the extensions of both the Junee-Narromine and Molong volcanic belts relative to the southern more outcropping sections which hosts a number of world-class deposits and mines (e.g. Cadia, Cowal and Northparkes).Kincora's portfolio and the wider NJNB offers new district-scale discovery potential with spatial and temporal settings, coupled with magnetics, gravity and new Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) surveys, supportive of large-scale targets analogous to porphyry deposits located in the southern section of the Arc.AngloGold Ashanti has secured Earn-in and Joint Venture Agreements with both Kincora and Inflection Resources (AUCU.CSE) ("Inflection", market capitalisation C$31.3 million) within the NJNB with over A$20 million investment to date 10. In 2Q'2025, AngloGold Ashanti moved to Phase II of its earn-in agreement with Inflection designating a total of four projects to continue earning into (including two projects adjacent to Kincora's Nyngan project) 11 and signed a major amendment with Kincora to include a second joint venture supporting a continuous strike greater than a 100kms and five projects.The most recent notable example of a new globally significant emerging porphyry district is the Vicuña district, which is also an extension of a renowned world-class porphyry belt. Vicuña is an extension of the central Andean belts in Argentina on the border of Chile and situated at over 4000m altitude.Within this district NGEx Resources Inc in 2009 held three early-stage exploration projects and at the time had a market capitalisation of approximately C$40 million 12. These same projects are all still at a pre-development phase but have yielded in four large-scale discoveries valued at over A$11 billion 13.Kincora was an early mover into the NJNB and has opportunistically pegged strategically important ground directly from the State resulting in a district scale portfolio of the interpreted most prospective and shallow to moderate covered part of the northwards extension of the Macquarie Arc under post mineral cover. This portfolio now covers a strike twice the length of the Vicuña district and is included in earn-in and agreements with AngloGold Ashanti.ABOUT KINCORAKincora Copper Limited (ASX: KCC) (TSXV: KCC) is an emerging Australia-focused copper-gold explorer with a hybrid prospect generator strategy. The Company is now successfully proving up the prospectivity of its extensive project portfolio, which includes multiple district-scale landholdings and scalable drill ready targets. These assets are located in Australia's Macquarie Arc and Mongolia's Southern Gobi, two of the globe's leading porphyry belts, and the historical Condobolin mining field within the Cobar Basin in NSW.Kincora is using an asset level partner model to develop and implement exploration strategies for its wholly-owned large-scale exploration stage porphyry projects. The Company has already unlocked over $100 million of potential partner funding for multiple earlier stage and/or non-core porphyry projects 13. These initial deals have supported over 16,000 metres of drilling and over A$7m of partner funded exploration since late 2024 until September 30, 2025, with management fees and exploration ramping up 14.Partner discussions are ongoing for its remaining 100% owned flagship projects that are all situated within existing porphyry camps containing over 20-million-ounce gold equivalent resource inventory.Kincora's ambition is to be the operator for exploration budgets of over $10 million per annum for the porphyry portfolio providing sufficient project management fees for the Company to be self-funding (covering corporate costs and maintenance of remaining wholly owned projects) and have partnerships with a diversified portfolio of industry leading producers/explorers. This is in addition to the various other existing partnerships where Kincora is not the operator or receiving a management fee income stream.The Company has assembled an industry leading technical team who have made multiple world-class copper and gold discoveries, who have "skin in the game" equity ownership, and, backed by a consolidated and sophisticated shareholder register. In Septmber 2025, Kincora closed an oversubscribed C$4 million non-brokered private placement of units led by leading North American investors, including Rick Rule and Jeff Phillips, and their investor networks.The share units have a 12-month hold period and there is an accelerator on the warrants - both at the lead investors requests. This raising is concurrent with a corporate restructuring and share capital roll back with only 43-million shares outstanding and over 60% of the register held by reporting insiders and/or in 12-month hold stock.The roll back and placement terms provides Kincora the corporate structure to leverage the deals, partner funding and project results already in place and to unlock significant existing value. This is starting to be realized.The new capital provides the ability to accelerate more drilling, do more asset level deals, earn more management fees, and, ultimately, supporting the ambition of more (big) new discoveries. These multiple avenues all provide further material value catalysts for shareholders.The financing also supports Kincora pursuing a hybrid project generator model and undertaking drilling at our 100% owned Condobolin project. The Condobolin project hosts a historical mining field located within the Cobar Basin and within trucking distance to an existing mill seeking third party ore. The Cobar Basin has recently seen a number of significant new discoveries (eg Federation, Achilles, Mallee Bull, Southern Nights and Wagga Tank) and significant corporate activity (eg Harmony's A$1.6 billion takeover of MAC, Kingston Resources receiving A$50 million cash for the first tranche of its divestment of its Misima project etc). The project and regional profiles' support the Condobolin project being an asset that a junior explorer such as Kincora can add significant value too.By having a significant portfolio of partner funded large porphyry projects, and a very focused program on a 100% owned project, the Company is seeking to position Kincora as a leading institutional grade explorer in the public Australian and Canadian markets, and the leading project generator on the ASX.To learn more, please visit: www.kincoracopper.comThis announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Kincora Copper Limited (ARBN 645 457 763)For further information please contact:Sam Spring, President and Chief Executive Officersam.spring@kincoracopper.com or +61431 329 345Laurie Thomas, Strategic Advisorlaurie.thomas@kincoracopper.com or +1306 341 3826Media contactJulia Maguire, Managing Director, The Capital Networkjulia@thecapitalnetwork.com.au or +61 2 7257 7338Executive office400 - 837 West Hastings StreetVancouver, BC V6C 3N6, CanadaTel: 1.604.283.1722Subsidiary office AustraliaC/- JM Corporate ServicesLevel 6, 350 Collins StreetMelbourne, VIC, Australia 3000Qualified PersonThe scientific and technical information in this announcement was prepared in accordance with the standards of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum and National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") and was reviewed, verified and compiled by Kincora's staff under the supervision of Peter Leaman (M.Sc. Mineral Exploration, FAusIMM), Senior Vice-President of Exploration of Kincora, and John Holliday (BSc Hons, BEc, member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists), Non-Executive Director and Chairman of Kincora's Technical Committee, who are Qualified Persons for the purpose of NI 43-101.JORC Competent Person StatementInformation in this announcement that relates to Exploration Results, Mineral Resources or Ore Reserves are those that have been previously reported (with the original release referred to in this announcement), in the case of Mineral Resources or Ore Reserves the material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates have not materially changed, and have been reviewed and approved by John Holliday and Peter Leaman, who are Competent Persons under the definition established by JORC and has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity being undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the 'Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves'. John Holliday and Peter Leaman consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears. The review and verification process for the information disclosed herein for the Nyngan Projects have included the receipt of all material exploration data, results and sampling procedures of previous operators and review of such information by Kincora's geological staff using standard verification procedures.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain information regarding Kincora contained herein may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements may include estimates, plans, expectations, opinions, forecasts, projections, guidance or other statements that are not statements of fact. Although Kincora believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to have been correct. Kincora cautions that actual performance will be affected by a number of factors, most of which are beyond its control, and that future events and results may vary substantially from what Kincora currently foresees. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, exploitation and exploration results, continued availability of capital and financing and general economic, market or business conditions. The forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The information contained herein is stated as of the current date and is subject to change after that date. Kincora does not assume the obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) or the Australian Securities Exchange accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/283322 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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EssexBio Bolsters Commitment to Ophthalmology Innovation at APAO 2026 in Hong Kong ACN Newswire

EssexBio Bolsters Commitment to Ophthalmology Innovation at APAO 2026 in Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Feb 10, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Essex Bio-Technology Limited (“EssexBio” or the “Company”; Stock Code: 1061.HK) today announces its successful participation in the 41st Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress (APAO 2026), held from 5 to 8 February 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.APAO 2026 drew an impressive crowd of approximately 11,000 ophthalmologist and industry professionals from the Asia-Pacific region. APAO 2026 provided an excellence platform for Essexbio to showcase our key ophthalmology products and research pipeline. Our team engaged with attendees at our booth, highlighting the Company’s growing presence and commitment to advancing eye care innovations in the Asia-Pacific region.Notably, Essexbio was selected for an oral presentation for its poster, “Anatomical and Patient-Reported Outcomes of Bevacizumab Versus Ranibizumab in Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration: The AURA-1 Study”. The presentation underscored the Company’s ongoing clinical advancements in anti-VEGF therapies for wet age-related macular degeneration (wAMD), building on its Phase III data for its bevacizumab candidate (EB12-20145P).Additionally, EssexBio was the sole sponsor of the APAO Young Ophthalmologists (YO) event, demonstrating its dedication to nurturing future leaders in ophthalmology. Through the EssexBio Academy, we support professional development and knowledge sharing amongst emerging talents in the field.Please download more high-resolution photos via link:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kWQayVTyEbXt_824u5xbACBkKECr57Sb'usp=sharingAbout EssexBio (1061.HK)EssexBio is a bio-pharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures, and commercialises genetically engineered therapeutic b-bFGF, with six commercialised biologics currently marketed in China. Additionally, the Company has a diverse portfolio of commercialised preservative-free unit-dose eye drops, Shilishun(R)) (Iodized Lecithin Capsules) and others, which are principally prescribed for wound healing and diseases in Ophthalmology and Dermatology. These products are marketed and sold through approximately 14,100 hospitals, supported by the Company’s 46 regional offices in China. Leveraging its in-house R&D platform in growth factor and antibody technology, EssexBio maintains a robust pipeline of projects in various clinical stages, covering a wide range of fields and indications. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Honda Works Partner Aston Martin Aramco Formula One(TM) Team Unveils Livery of “AMR26” F1(TM) Machine Equipped with Honda Power Unit Ahead of the 2026 Race Season JCN Newswire

Honda Works Partner Aston Martin Aramco Formula One(TM) Team Unveils Livery of “AMR26” F1(TM) Machine Equipped with Honda Power Unit Ahead of the 2026 Race Season

TOKYO, Feb 10, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Ahead of the start of the 2026 FIA*1 Formula One World Championship (F1TM) season, Honda works partner Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team (AMAF1), has unveiled the livery for its new F1 machine, the AMR26. Powered by the Honda F1 power unit, the RA626H, the AMR26 will take on the challenge of F1, the pinnacle of automobile racing.The AMR26 is the first F1 machine designed for the team by Adrian Newey, AMAF1 Managing Technical Partner and Team Principal, and it is being developed at the AMR Technology Campus, at AMAF1 headquarters in Silverstone, the U.K.Together with AMAF1, Honda will conduct pre-season testing in Bahrain for a total of six days, — February 11-13 and 18-20 — and make necessary adjustments before taking on the season-opening race at the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday, March 8, 2026.*1 Fédération Internationale de lʼAutomobileComments by Adrian Newey, Managing Technical Partner and Team Principal, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team“2026 is a rare moment in Formula One because, for the first time, the chassis and power unit regulations have changed together. With brand-new regulations, the best philosophy is never immediately obvious, and your understanding evolves as the car develops. With the AMR26 we’ve taken a holistic approach: it’s not about one standout component, but how the full package works together. The focus has been on strong fundamentals, development potential, and a car that Lance and Fernando can extract performance from consistently.”Comments by Koji Watanabe, President of Honda Racing Corporation (HRC)“Getting ready for the start of the 2026 F1 season where we will compete with a completely new chassis and power unit, Honda/HRC has been developing the RA626H, the new power unit which will power the AMR26, the new machine of our works partner, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team. As one united team with AMAF1, we are delighted to take this first step into a highly demanding, yet most exciting challenge in the world of motorsport.”Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team drivers No.DriverAgeNationalityBest F1 result in 202514Fernando Alonso44Spain10th18Lance Stroll27Canada16th Fernando Alonso Lance Stroll <For reference>2026 F1 race calendar RoundRace dateGrand Prix*LocationRace start timeLocal timeJapan timeRound 1March 8AustraliaMelbourne15:0013:00Round 2March 15ChinaShanghai15:0016:00Round 3March 29JapanSuzuka14:0014:00Round 4April 12BahrainSakhir18:0000:00 (Apr.13)Round 5April 19Saudi ArabiaJeddah20:0002:00 (Apr.20)Round 6May 3MiamiMiami16:0005:00 (May 4)Round 7May 24CanadaMontreal16:0005:00 (May 25)Round 8June 7MonacoMonaco15:0022:00Round 9June 14Barcelona-CatalunyaBarcelona15:0022:00Round 10June 28AustriaSpielberg15:0022:00Round 11July 5Great BritainSilverstone15:0023:00Round 12July 19BelgiumSpa-Francorchamps15:0022:00Round 13July 26HungaryBudapest15:0022:00Round 14August 23NetherlandsZandvoort15:0022:00Round 15September 6ItalyMonza15:0022:00Round 16September 13SpainMadrid15:0022:00Round 17September 26AzerbaijanBaku15:0020:00Round 18October 11SingaporeSingapore20:0021:00Round 19October 25United StatesAustin15:0005:00 (Oct. 26)Round 20November 1MexicoMexico City14:0005:00 (Nov. 2)Round 21November 8BrazilSão Paulo14:0002:00 (Nov. 9)Round 22November 21Las VegasLas Vegas20:0013:00 (Nov. 22)Round 23November 29QatarLusail19:0001:00 (Nov. 30)Round 24December 6Abu DhabiYas Island17:0022:00*Short names for each Grand Prix. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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EU pertimbang ‘keahlian ringan’ untuk Kiev – Politico kewangan

EU pertimbang ‘keahlian ringan’ untuk Kiev – Politico

(SeaPRwire) - Brussels sedang mencari cara untuk meneutralkan Hungary supaya Ukraine boleh diterima masuk ke dalam blok itu, kata sumber-sumber Pegawai-pegawai EU sedang mempertimbangkan untuk menawarkan Ukraine keahlian formal yang terhad yang akan memintas keperluan untuk Kiev memenuhi syarat kemasukan biasa, lapor Politico. Presiden Suruhanjaya Eropah Ursula von der Leyen cuba untuk meluluskan satu siri perubahan peraturan asas dalam usaha untuk mencipta blok dua peringkat yang boleh disatukan oleh Kiev. Ukraine mahukan keahlian penuh EU pada 2027 dan mahu ia dimasukkan dalam perjanjian damai yang dimediasi AS dengan Rusia. Rancangan EU itu akan memberi Kiev "tempat duduk di meja EU sebelum melaksanakan pembaharuan yang diperlukan untuk keistimewaan keahlian penuh," tulis Politico pada Selasa, memetik lima diplomat dan lima pegawai yang bercakap dengan syarat tanpa nama. Satu laporan Bloomberg yang berasingan mengatakan "keahlian berperingkat" sedang dikaji semula. Model "keahlian-lite" yang dicadangkan – juga ditujukan untuk Moldova dan Albania – memerlukan pengatasi bantahan dari Budapest. Sumber-sumber Politico berkata penyokong berharap Perdana Menteri Hungary Viktor Orban kalah dalam pilihan raya parlimen April. Jika dia menang, mereka menjangkakan Presiden AS Donald Trump akan menekannya. Pilihan lain adalah menggantung hak mengundi Hungary melalui prosedur Artikel 7. Jerman dilaporkan menentang rancangan itu tetapi boleh dipengaruhi oleh kerajaan-kerajaan pro-Ukraine di Perancis, Itali dan Poland. Moscow telah menyalahkan Brussels kerana mencetuskan krisis Ukraine dengan memaksa pilihan antara blok itu dan Rusia. Rampasan kuasa Euromaidan 2014 dicetuskan apabila Kiev menangguhkan perjanjian persatuan EU yang akan menamatkan perjanjian perdagangan bebasnya dengan Moscow. Pegawai-pegawai EU mendakwa Ukraine sedang membuat kemajuan dalam pembaharuan yang diperlukan, tetapi skandal rasuah baru-baru ini yang melibatkan pegawai kanan telah menimbulkan keraguan mengenai komitmen Kiev. Ahli undang-undang Ukraine juga telah menentang perubahan yang tidak popular. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kewangan Verkhovna Rada Daniil Getmantsev memberi amaran minggu lepas bahawa menghalang Ahli Parlimen boleh menyebabkan "bencana" belanjawan jika tindakan mereka menyekat pinjaman antarabangsa selanjutnya.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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CTF Life+ Announces Winners of Financial Empowerment Case Competition, Innovative Platform Advances Intergenerational Inclusion ACN Newswire

CTF Life+ Announces Winners of Financial Empowerment Case Competition, Innovative Platform Advances Intergenerational Inclusion

HONG KONG, Feb 10, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – CTF Life has successfully concluded its inaugural “Financial Empowerment · Life Companion” case competition, marking a significant milestone for its flagship annual youth programme, CTF Life+. The competition adopted an innovative “Competition x Internship” dual-track format, connecting tertiary students to foster intergenerational inclusion while promoting financial literacy and sustainable development in Hong Kong. The initiative received an enthusiastic response from academic, financial, and social innovation sectors, underscoring CTF Life’s steadfast commitment to translating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into concrete action.Eleonore Chow, Chief Executive of Agency at CTF Life, said, “Our financial empowerment case competition puts the social element of ESG into action. By harnessing resources within the Chow Tai Fook Group ecosystem, we guided students to integrate business thinking with social innovation to create shared value for Hong Kong. This demonstrates that the insurance industry is evolving from its traditional product provider role to a partner that actively promotes social protection, while also creating value beyond dreams for the younger generation.”Established last year, CTF Life+ aims to nurture young people with innovative thinking and a strong sense of social responsibility, while deepening their understanding of the insurance industry, ESG principles, and social innovation. Leveraging the Chow Tai Fook Group ecosystem, participants assumed the role of “Life Planners”, designing impactful financial education solutions for communities with limited financial knowledge, including young people, the elderly, and new arrivals to Hong Kong.Winners of the case competition InstitutionSolutionSummary of MeritsChampionThe University of Hong Kong & The Chinese University of Hong KongChairs for the elderlyThe project empowers both the elderly and young volunteers through a sustainable and feasible concept.Firstrunner-upCity University of Hong Kong,HKU Space & Hong Kong Baptist UniversityThe Gold Athlete ProgrammeInnovative approach and compelling presentation with real-life examples demonstrating a deep understanding of the target audience.Second runner-upThe Hong Kong University of Science and Technology & City University of Hong KongSecond Life PassportThe proposal makes extensive use of group resources and demonstrates careful consideration of execution details.The competition attracted more than 150 students from tertiary institutions across Hong Kong. Participants formed teams of two to six, either from the same institution or across different institutions, while individual applicants were grouped by the organiser to encourage diverse collaboration. The teams proposed innovative solutions spanning digital wealth management tools, community education programmes, and intergenerational financial coaching platforms. In addition to a HK$50,000 cash prize, the champion team will also be eligible to receive seed funding from CTF Life+ to transform their innovative concepts into viable projects. The judging panel featured representatives from various industry organisations, ensuring the competition’s professionalism and credibility.The competition also placed strong emphasis on practicality and personal development through a “mentorship” model, pairing each team with a CTF Life mentor to foster intergenerational dialogue and knowledge transfer. As “Young Changemakers”, students immersed themselves in the community to better understand the financial management challenges faced by disadvantaged groups and propose practical, innovative solutions. This mutually enriching model not only provided students with real-life workplace experience but also offered the organisation meaningful inspirations from the younger generation.The grand final of the “CTF Life+” Case Competition was successfully held on 7 February, with the top 10 finalist teams delivering outstanding performances and presenting innovative proposals on financial empowerment that balanced creativity with practical feasibility.About CTF LifeChow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited (“CTF Life”) is proud of its rich, 40-year legacy in Hong Kong. CTF Life is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CTF Services Limited (“CTFS”) (Hong Kong Stock Code: 659) and one of the most well-established life insurance companies in Hong Kong. As a member of Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Limited, CTF Life consistently strengthens its collaboration with the Chow Tai Fook Group ecosystem to support customers and their loved ones in navigating life’s journey with personalised planning solutions, lifelong protection and diverse lifestyle experiences. By leveraging the Group’s robust financial strength and strategic investments across the globe, CTF Life aspires to become a leading insurance company in Asia while continuously creating value beyond insurance.Chow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Honda to Make Organizational Changes to Further Enhance Competitiveness its Motorcycle, Automobile and Power Products Business JCN Newswire

Honda to Make Organizational Changes to Further Enhance Competitiveness its Motorcycle, Automobile and Power Products Business

TOKYO, Japan, Feb 10, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) today announced that the company will make organizational and operational changes, effective April 1, 2026, in order to sustainably offer the joy and freedom of mobility all around the world through its mobility products and services.In 2020, with the aim of solidifying its existing business while preparing for future growth, Honda separated two key research and development functions — the development of production models and research on future technologies — enabling each group to focus on its roles. This initiative generated solid results including contribution to Honda business and the enhancement of technological competitiveness.With the global business environment surrounding Honda changing faster than expected, the company will further strengthen its ability to grasp market and technology trends more accurately and deliver the original technologies and new value of Honda to the market at the optimal timing. Toward this goal, Honda will make changes to the organizational structure of the Automobile Development Operations and the Automobile Operations.Moreover, the Motorcycle and Power Products Operations will also undergo some organizational changes to ensure future growth. Details of the organizational changes effective April 1, 20261) Consolidation of automobile R&D functions at Honda R&D Co., Ltd.The R&D functions of the Automobile Development Operations and the SDV Business Development Unit within the Automobile Operations will be transferred to Honda R&D Co., Ltd., the R&D subsidiary of Honda.Since 2020, the two key research and development functions — the development of production models and research on future technologies — have been operated separately so that each group can focus on its roles. However, in order to further enhance the strengths of its products, Honda will make organizational changes to build a structure where the entire process — from the selection of technology themes through product market launches — is viewed as one integrated flow to drive the entire process at speed, while flexibly responding to the changes in business environment. Through this change, Honda R&D will be further advanced as a R&D organization capable of continuing to create compelling products, through which Honda will further increase its competitiveness.2) Reorganization of Automobile Operations The Automobile Business Strategy Unit and Sales Unit will be reorganized into the Business Strategy Unit and Regional Business Unit, which will be newly created effective April 1, 2026. In addition, the business functions currently being served by the SDV Business Development Unit will be reorganized into the new Business Strategy Unit, and the SDV Business Development Unit will be disbanded.Through these organizational changes, for the earliest improvement of the profitability of its automobile business, Honda will 1) enhance its product planning and sales capabilities in light of market dynamics and customer needs, and 2) strengthen the competitiveness of its products from the mid- to long-term perspectives. 3) Reorganization of Motorcycle and Power Products Operations As the electrification strategy for motorcycle and power products business has transitioned into the execution stage, sales, business strategy and product development functions currently being served separately for electrification business and ICE (internal combustion engine) business will be integrated. Through the integrated management of electrification and ICE business, Honda will pursue optimal allocation of resources and continue initiatives toward carbon neutrality, while striving to ensure the continuous creation of increasingly competitive products. Through these organizational changes, Honda will further accelerate ongoing initiatives for its corporate transformation through electrification and new value creation, through which Honda will strive to establish a more distinctive presence as “a company society wants to exist” even in the era of electrification and intelligent technologies. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Mint Signed MoU with Robotics Leader Rice Robotics to Pioneer Physical AI Solutions Across Asia ACN Newswire

Mint Signed MoU with Robotics Leader Rice Robotics to Pioneer Physical AI Solutions Across Asia

HONG KONG, Feb 10, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Mint Incorporation Limited (“Mint” or the “Group”, NASDAQ: MIMI), a Hong Kong-based company with a new strategic focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, and an established business interior design and fit-out works provider, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Aspiration X Limited (“Aspiration X”), has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) to explore the formation of a strategic joint venture with a renowned delivery robotics company, Rice Robotics Holdings Limited (“Rice Robotics”). Under the MOU, both parties intend to establish a joint venture with an initial investment of approximately HK$10,000,000 to be funded by Mint, subject to the negotiation and execution of definitive agreements. The proposed collaboration centers on a shared goal of developing localized robotic technologies and expanding related research and development (“R&D”) capabilities in Hong Kong.At its core, the proposed joint venture aims to accelerate the development and deployment of intelligent robotic solutions. Mint brings its established footprint in Southeast Asia—including smart office solutions in Singapore and security robot deployments in Thailand and Malaysia—while Rice Robotics contributes its expertise in delivery robots and a robust presence in Japan, serving prestigious clients. The parties intend to leverage their respective strengths in terms of R&D, marketing, and branding to achieve expansive market coverage. Commenting on the strategic initiative, Mr. Damian Chan, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Mint stated: “This partnership provides a compelling response to the question, ‘Why not Hong Kong'’ While the city is renowned for fintech and finance, we believe it has the talent and vision to be a leader in physical AI and robotics innovation. Many local firms act mainly as sales channels, but together with Rice Robotics, we are building core proprietary technology here. We were impressed by Rice Robotics’ proven delivery robotics platform and its network of high-profile clients in Japan. This partnership significantly diversifies and strengthens our robotics portfolio, allowing us to move beyond B2B into the promising B2C space—developing robots for companionship, education, and daily life, powered by our robust AI.”Mr. Victor Lee, Founder of Rice Robotics, added: “Mint’s rapid expansion in AI and robotics across Southeast Asia makes it an ideal partner. Its dedicated commercial teams and AI platform will dramatically accelerate our joint R&D and market expansion. We share a bold vision to build the most anticipated robotics company in Hong Kong and drive meaningful diversification in the region’s tech ecosystem. This joint venture will serve as a strategic accelerator for both companies.”The collaboration is strategically timed to capitalize on the transformative shift towards "Physical AI"—systems capable of reasoning, planning, and acting autonomously in the real world. By combining Rice Robotics’ proven robotics hardware and market expertise with Mint’s advanced AI platform, the joint venture will occupy a unique position at the forefront of this revolution. Both partners are committed to developing smarter, more intuitive robotic solutions that address real-world challenges, enhance everyday life, and set the stage for the next generation of autonomous technology.The MOU is non-binding and subject to the execution of definitive agreements and satisfaction of customary conditions.About Mint Incorporation LimitedMint Incorporation Limited (NASDAQ: MIMI), a Hong-Kong based enterprise listed on NASDAQ, specializes in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and interior design. Through its subsidiary Aspiration X, the company delivers intelligent robotics and facility management solutions to enterprises, real estate, shopping centers, government agencies, and more. Mint also operates Matter International Limited, providing professional interior design and renovation services. With a focus on innovation and practical applications, Mint is committed to enhancing efficiency, safety, and quality of life across industries.Rice Robotics Holdings LimitedRice Robotics Holdings Limited is a renowned leader in autonomous delivery robot solutions, with a strong market presence across Asia. The company specializes in the design, development, and deployment of intelligent robotic systems for logistics and service industries. Its core technology platforms serve high-profile clients in Japan, demonstrating proven reliability in complex operational environments. With a focus on innovation and real-world application, Rice Robotics is committed to transforming last-mile delivery and service automation, enhancing operational efficiency and redefining customer experiences.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this release are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “approximates,” “believes,” “hopes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results disclosed in the Company's filings with the SEC. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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KS Energy and Hitachi Collaborate on Extra-High Voltage Battery Energy Storage System JCN Newswire

KS Energy and Hitachi Collaborate on Extra-High Voltage Battery Energy Storage System

TOKYO, Feb 10, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - KS Energy Co., Ltd. ("KS Energy"), a renewable energy business company and Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, “Hitachi”) agreed on February 6 to collaborate on the development and operation of an Extra-High Voltage Grid Battery Energy Storage System*1 within Kumamoto Prefecture, as well as the development and operation of power trading businesses. Hitachi will provide project development support for KS Energy's development of the project and jointly promote the development and operation of this battery energy storage system (tentative name)*2 . Additionally, KS Energy will also explore the introduction of a power trading support system planned for development by Hitachi.This initiative will support stable power supply in the Kyushu region and contribute to achieving carbon neutrality.*1 Extra-High Voltage Grid Battery Energy Storage System: Large-scale battery storage facilities directly connected to the power grid (such as transmission lines) with a capacity of 2,000 kW or more.*2 Power Trading Support System: A power trading support system for operators managing large-scale grid-connected storage batteries. It supports traders' daily operations comprehensively—from bid planning and market transactions to submitting plans to OCCTO—across both the supply-demand adjustment market and the wholesale electricity market. System development also incorporates collaboration with other companies, such as bid plan optimization services. This contributes to improved profitability through trading based on optimal bid plans and streamlines routine daily tasks like plan submission.BackgroundRenewable energy generation fluctuates due to weather changes and other factors, significantly impacting the power supply-demand balance. Particularly in the Kyushu region, where renewable energy adoption is advancing, output curtailment occurs frequently when generation exceeds demand. Securing balancing power to stabilize the power grid is an urgent priority. Furthermore, as the policy framework for promoting renewable energy shifts from the FIT (Feed-in Tariff) system to the FIP (Feed-in Premium) system, power generators are now required to develop their own electricity trading capabilities to formulate strategies for selling electricity in the power market. Against this backdrop, the importance of "aggregators" – entities that consolidate and control energy resources to adjust supply-demand balance – is growing. They are expected to contribute to the effective utilization and stable supply of renewable energy by engaging in both the electricity market and the power trading market.To address this situation, KS Energy, established in January 2024 with full investment from Higo Bank, Ltd. (part of the Kyushu Financial Group), has adopted a policy to contribute to stabilizing power supply as a regional energy company, aiming to make the entire Kyushu region a leading area for renewable energy circulation. Meanwhile, Hitachi has a long history in the power sector, providing a wide range of advanced solutions from energy storage systems to transmission and distribution infrastructure and grid protection devices.Through this collaborative effort, both companies will combine their respective strengths. By developing and operating energy storage facilities and engaging in power trading, they aim to achieve carbon neutrality in the Kyushu region.Initiative DetailsKS Energy and Hitachi have decided to jointly develop and operate battery energy storage system in the Kyushu region. This initiative contributes to stabilizing local power supply by charging and discharging in response to electricity demand-supply balance, thereby providing balancing power.1. Nation's First Extra-High Voltage Battery Energy Storage System project launched by a regional bank group This marks the first instance nationwide of a bank subsidiary's renewable energy business company undertaking a grid energy battery business in the extra-high voltage range. Through this initiative, we aim to contribute to stable power supply. Additionally, KS Energy is considering managing the power trading for the storage facility in-house. The plan involves handling the entire operational process: forecasting electricity market prices, creating power generation (charging/discharging) plans for the batteries, controlling the storage facility, and monetizing through market transactions. In the future, leveraging its operational expertise in storage facilities and collaborating with Higo Bank, KS Energy will enhance support for power generators and provide financing support to storage facility developers. This will enable the delivery of services extending beyond the financial sector, promote efficient electricity usage within local communities, and contribute to achieving regional carbon neutrality and decarbonization.2. Joint Promotion of Project Development from the Early Stage Leveraging Hitachi’s extensive experience in battery energy storage systems, Hitachi and KS Energy will jointly promote the development of energy storage facilities. The Hitachi Group will work together to promote project development through to operational launch. This includes cooperation from grid connection application discussions with transmission and distribution operators to applications and procedures with relevant ministries and agencies, provision of business feasibility evaluation information, supply of Hitachi Energy-manufactured PCS, and project management covering equipment design, procurement, and installation. Hitachi will sustainably support KS Energy's stable operations of the storage facility.3. Collaboration in Power Trading Business To stably utilize rapidly expanding renewable energy, the need for aggregation functions that balance electricity supply and demand is growing. KS Energy is considering introducing Hitachi's planned power trading support systemto achieve efficient energy resource utilization and aim for stable power supply. Under Hitachi's Lumada 3.0 initiative, the company is deploying "HMAX by Hitachi" (hereinafter HMAX), a next-generation AI solution suite that tackles the most complex challenges facing social infrastructure. This is achieved by combining vast data from both physical and digital assets with advanced AI enhanced by Hitachi's unique deep domain knowledge. In the electric power trading area as well, Hitachi will realize services that optimize the operation of storage battery assets and maximize market value, and aim to deploy them as HMAX.Future DevelopmentsKS Energy and Hitachi will collaborate to achieve both the mainstreaming of renewable energy as a primary power source and stable supply through the development of battery energy storage system and enhanced aggregation functions, working together toward realizing regional carbon neutrality.Overview of Grid-Connected Storage FacilityStorage Facility Name : (Provisional name) KSE Kumamoto Battery Energy Storage SystemStorage Facility Location (Planned) : Within Kumamoto PrefectureRated Output/Rated Capacity (Planned) : 50,000 kW / 112,880 kWhScheduled Start of Operation : January 2029 Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Biologics License Application for Subcutaneous Formulation of “LEQEMBI(R)” (lecanemab) for the Treatment of Early Alzheimer’s Disease Designated for Priority Review in China JCN Newswire

Biologics License Application for Subcutaneous Formulation of “LEQEMBI(R)” (lecanemab) for the Treatment of Early Alzheimer’s Disease Designated for Priority Review in China

TOKYO and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Feb 10, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Haruo Naito, “Eisai”) and Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB, Corporate headquarters: Cambridge, Massachusetts, CEO: Christopher A. Viehbacher, “Biogen”) announced today that the Biologics License Application (BLA) for the subcutaneous formulation (subcutaneous autoinjector: SC-AI) of “LEQEMBI®” (brand name in China: “乐意保®”, generic name: lecanemab), an anti-amyloid beta (Aβ) protofibril antibody, which was accepted in January 2026, has been designated for Priority Review by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China.The Priority Review and Approval Procedure was implemented by the NMPA with the aim of accelerating research, development and launch of new medicines that have significant clinical value. Under this Procedure, the assessment period is expected to be shortened.If approved, the SC-AI of 500 mg (two 250 mg injections) could be used to administer a once-weekly dose at home from the initiation of treatment, as an alternative to the current IV administration every two weeks in a hospital setting. The potential approval of SC-AI would expand the option for patients and care partners to receive LEQEMBI treatment at home. The injection time for each autoinjector (250 mg injection) is approximately 15 seconds. The SC formulation also has the potential to reduce healthcare resources associated with IV dosing, such as preparation for infusion and nurse monitoring, while streamlining the overall AD treatment care pathway.Eisai estimates that there were 17 million patients with MCI or mild dementia due to AD in China in 2024, which is expected to increase with the aging of the population. LEQEMBI was launched in China in June 2024 and has been delivered in the private market. Furthermore, LEQEMBI has been included in the newly introduced “Commercial Insurance Innovative Drug List” (Chinese: 商业健康保险创新药品目录), which took effect in January 2026, under new Chinese government policies that support the development of and access to innovative medicines. Based on the Commercial Insurance Innovative Drug List, Commercial insurance companies will develop insurance products covering LEQEMBI.Eisai serves as the lead of LEQEMBI development and regulatory submissions globally with Eisai and Biogen co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision-making authority. In China, Eisai will distribute the product and conduct information provision activities through specialized Medical Representatives.MEDIA CONTACTSEisai Co., Ltd.Public Relations DepartmentTEL: +81 (0)3-3817-5120Eisai Europe, Ltd.EMEA Communications Department+44 (0) 797 487 9419Emea-comms@eisai.netEisai Inc. (U.S.)Libby Holman+1-201-753-1945Libby_Holman@Eisai.comBiogen Inc.Madeleine Shin+1-781-464-3260public.affairs@biogen.comINVESTOR CONTACTSEisai Co., Ltd.Investor Relations DepartmentTEL: +81 (0) 3-3817-5122Biogen Inc.Tim Power+ 1-781-464-2442IR@biogen.com About LEQEMBI (generic name: lecanemab, Chinese brand name: 乐意保)Lecanemab is the result of a strategic research alliance between Eisai and BioArctic. It is a humanized immunoglobulin gamma (IgG1) monoclonal antibody directed against aggregated soluble (protofibril) and insoluble forms of amyloid-beta (Aβ). Lecanemab has been approved in 53 countries and regions including Japan, the United States, China, Europe, South Korea, Taiwan, and Saudi Arabia, and is under regulatory review in 6 countries. Following the initial phase with treatment every two weeks for 18 months, intravenous (IV) maintenance dosing with treatment every four weeks was approved in 7 countries including the U.S., China, the UK, and others, and applications have been filed in 7 countries and regions. The U.S. FDA approved Eisai’s Biologics License Application (BLA) for subcutaneous maintenance dosing with LEQEMBI IQLIK in August 2025. A Supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for initiation treatment was accepted in January 2026. The sBLA has been granted Priority Review, with a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) action date of May 24, 2026. In November 2025, an application for a subcutaneous injectable formulation in Japan was submitted. In January 2026, the Biologics License Application (BLA) for the subcutaneous formulation was accepted in China. In December 2025, Lecanemab (IV) has been included in the “Commercial Insurance Innovative Drug List”, recently introduced by the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) of China. Since July 2020 the Phase 3 clinical study (AHEAD 3-45) for individuals with preclinical AD, meaning they are clinically normal and have intermediate or elevated levels of amyloid in their brains, is ongoing. AHEAD 3-45 is conducted as a public-private partnership between the Alzheimer's Clinical Trial Consortium that provides the infrastructure for academic clinical trials in AD and related dementias in the U.S, funded by the National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, Eisai and Biogen. Since January 2022, the Tau NexGen clinical study for Dominantly Inherited AD (DIAD), that is conducted by Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer Network Trials Unit (DIAN-TU), led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, is ongoing and includes lecanemab as the backbone anti-amyloid therapy.About ProtofibrilProtofibrils are believed to contribute to the brain injury that occurs with AD and are considered to be the most toxic form of soluble Aβ, having a primary role in the cognitive decline associated with this progressive, debilitating condition.1 Protofibrils cause injury to neurons in the brain, which in turn, can negatively impact cognitive function via multiple mechanisms, not only increasing the development of insoluble Aβ plaques but also increasing direct damage to brain cell membranes and the connections that transmit signals between nerve cells or nerve cells and other cells. It is believed the reduction of protofibrils may prevent the progression of AD by reducing damage to neurons in the brain and cognitive dysfunction.2About the Collaboration between Eisai and Biogen for ADEisai and Biogen have been collaborating on the joint development and commercialization of AD treatments since 2014. Eisai serves as the lead of lecanemab development and regulatory submissions globally with both companies co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision-making authority.About the Collaboration between Eisai and BioArctic for ADSince 2005, Eisai and BioArctic have had a long-term collaboration regarding the development and commercialization of AD treatments. Eisai obtained the global rights to study, develop, manufacture and market lecanemab for the treatment of AD pursuant to an agreement with BioArctic in December 2007. The development and commercialization agreement on the antibody lecanemab back-up was signed in May 2015.About Eisai Co., Ltd.Eisai's Corporate Concept is "to give first thought to patients and people in the daily living domain, and to increase the benefits that health care provides." Under this Concept (also known as human health care (hhc) Concept), we aim to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities. With a global network of R&D facilities, manufacturing sites and marketing subsidiaries, we strive to create and deliver innovative products to target diseases with high unmet medical needs, with a particular focus in our strategic areas of Neurology and Oncology.In addition, we demonstrate our commitment to the elimination of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which is a target (3.3) of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by working on various activities together with global partners.For more information about Eisai, please visit www.eisai.com (for global headquarters: Eisai Co., Ltd.), and connect with us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook. The website and social media channels are intended for audiences outside of the UK and Europe. For audiences based in the UK and Europe, please visit www.eisai.eu and Eisai EMEA LinkedIn.About BiogenFounded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patient’s lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities. We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities to advance first-in-class treatments or therapies that deliver superior outcomes. Our approach is to take bold risks, balanced with return on investment to deliver long-term growth.The company routinely posts information that may be important to investors on its website at www.biogen.com. Follow Biogen on social media – Facebook, LinkedIn, X, YouTube.For more information, visit https://www.eisai.com/news/2026/pdf/enews202608pdf.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Dr. Don Hits Seven-Figure Milestones on Three Music Videos in Less than a Year SeaPRwire

Dr. Don Hits Seven-Figure Milestones on Three Music Videos in Less than a Year

Seattle, Washington – February 10, 2026 – (SeaPRwire) – Singer-songwriter Dr. Don has surpassed one million views on YouTube across three of his music videos in less than a year, marking a major digital milestone for the independent artist. The songs “Beautiful Vibes,” “Vodka Tonight,” and “Ruled by Time” have each crossed the seven-figure mark on the platform, with additional short-form video versions also reaching significant view counts. Dr. Don’s milestone highlights his rise as an independent artist, proving that multiple songs can attract large audiences without relying on traditional promotion. Strong performance across both full-length and short-form videos shows his ability to connect with listeners in different ways, marking a significant step in his career and illustrating how music can thrive organically in today’s digital landscape. According to Dr. Don, “Ruled by Time” has become the strongest engagement anchor among the releases, continuing to generate repeat viewers, lyric-based comments, and ongoing discussion. He said the video has maintained active interaction well beyond its initial surge. Dr. Don described “Ruled by Time” as a standout, noting its strong and sustained engagement. “It has become the strongest anchor among my releases. The video continues to show unusually high interaction with repeat viewers, lyric-based comments, and ongoing discussion,” he said. “Seeing people reference the lyrics and share their experiences shows the music is landing in a real way.” The surge comes without a label machine, radio pipeline, or marketing firm behind it. Dr. Don is building this momentum on his own, releasing music independently and growing his audience one listener at a time. Crossing the million-view mark across three separate songs in less than a year places him in rare company among truly self-directed artists. The numbers reflect not a campaign, but a connection, powered by repeat viewers, shared links, and sustained conversation around the music. Each milestone strengthens his position as a solo creator proving that scale is still possible without gatekeepers. With multiple videos now hitting seven figures, Dr. Don is expanding his platform in real time, connecting with listeners globally while preparing his next projects. His work illustrates how focus, consistency, and authenticity can turn digital engagement into a tangible career milestone. This is where music meets momentum. Visit Dr. Don’s official YouTube channel and follow him on social media for updates. About Dr. Don Dr. Don is a singer-songwriter and performer known for blending introspective lyrics, rich baritone vocals, and expressive movement to create immersive musical experiences. His work explores the complexities of human emotion, vulnerability, and personal growth. Beyond music, he draws on a background in law to inform his understanding of human behavior and storytelling, making each performance a unique reflection of artistry and self-expression. Media Contact Dr. Don E: don@drdonmusic.com W: https://drdonmusic.com/
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Spritzer EcoPark Gallops into the Year of the Horse with a Tradition-Inspired Chinese New Year Celebration ACN Newswire

Spritzer EcoPark Gallops into the Year of the Horse with a Tradition-Inspired Chinese New Year Celebration

Festive decorations transform the park into a mesmerising cultural experience, celebrating prosperity, renewal and togethernessTAIPING, Malaysia, Feb 10, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - This Chinese New Year, Spritzer EcoPark invites all Malaysians to join in on the energy and excitement in welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse! Set against the vibrant and verdant backdrop of where tradition meets nature in Malaysia’s rainiest town of Taiping, Spritzer EcoPark continues their annual tradition to inspire and promote togetherness, reflection, and fresh beginnings.From this February to early March 2026, Spritzer EcoPark comes alive as a Chinese New Year cultural village, offering visitors an immersive walk-through experience designed to reflect prosperity, good fortune and new beginnings. In the same spirit, admission is free to ensure the Spritzer EcoPark remains an accessible destination for families and visitors of all ages.In Chinese culture, the Horse symbolises vitality, perseverance, freedom, and forward momentum, which are qualities closely associated with breakthroughs and stepping boldly into new opportunities. As the zodiac cycle moves from the reflective, introspective energy of the Year of the Snake, the dynamic Year of the Horse is expected to usher in a shift towards confident action.Figure 1: One of the many horse-themed Chinese New Year outdoor decorations at Spritzer EcoPark.Drawing inspiration from this symbolism, Spritzer EcoPark’s festive transformation aims to capture the essence of the New Year and zodiac, encouraging visitors to step into the year with optimism, courage, and a renewed spirit. Thoughtfully curated decorations weave traditional Chinese New Year elements into the park’s lush natural surroundings. Festive arches, pavilion-inspired structures, glowing red lanterns, cherry blossoms, auspicious symbols, Horse and zodiac motifs/decor, and interactive display zones turn the park into a charming, photo-worthy landscape, perfect for capturing meaningful memories with family and friends while enjoying the festive atmosphere.As one of Taiping’s must-visit destinations for locals and tourists alike, Spritzer EcoPark offers a range of engaging activities suitable for visitors of all ages. Families can enjoy in DIY & Crafting sessions, try their hand at Mini Golf with LED Golf Balls and take part in a friendly race on the Paddle Carts amidst the fresh Taiping air, all available at affordable prices. For visitors looking to slow down amidst the festivities, STG Taiping café offers a cozy and relaxing spot to unwind and recharge with refreshing drinks and snacks. Those who do not want to go home empty-handed can also stop by the Spritzer Water Shop to stock up on Spritzer beverages for festive gatherings or explore the exclusive souvenirs and seasonal promotions at the Souvenir Shop.Figure 2 and 3: Spritzer EcoPark's decorations are thoughtfully curated to weave traditional Chinese New Year elements into the park’s lush natural surroundings.More than a seasonal attraction, Spritzer EcoPark reflects the brand’s commitment to wellness, creativity, sustainability and meaningful shared experiences. Surrounded by nature and guided by Spritzer’s values, the EcoPark provides a relaxing space for visitors to slow down, reconnect with loved ones and celebrate the simple joys of the season.Winnie Chin, Head of Public Relations at Spritzer said, “Each year, Spritzer strives to create fresh and memorable experiences for our visitors. The Year of the Horse represents progress and vitality, and we want this celebration to reflect those qualities through an immersive environment that brings families together in these natural surroundings. Our goal is to offer a space where people can relax, reconnect, stay hydrated and begin the new year feeling refreshed and inspired.”Spritzer EcoPark extends its warmest wishes for a Happy Chinese New Year. May the Year of the Fire Horse bring prosperity, wellness, and joy for all.The park is open daily from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM and is located at Lot 898, Jalan Reservoir, Off Jalan Air Kuning, 34000 Taiping, Perak.For the latest news and updates, follow Spritzer EcoPark on Facebook and Instagram. For more high-resolution photos, please download them here.About SpritzerEstablished in 1989, Spritzer is a leading Malaysian bottled water brand, sourcing natural mineral water from a protected 430-acre rainforest in Taiping. Naturally filtered through underground rock layers for over 15 years, our water is enriched with essential minerals like Silica, known to support skin, bones, hair, and nails.Combining smart manufacturing with sustainable practices, Spritzer ensures every bottle meets the highest quality and safety standards. Our packaging is 100% recyclable and made from recycled materials, reflecting our commitment to environmental stewardship and a circular economy.Tested annually by SIRIM to be free from microplastics, Spritzer offers consumers trusted, natural hydration. Our diverse product range includes Natural Mineral Water, Original and Flavoured Sparkling Water, Distilled Water, and Fruit-Flavoured Beverages—crafted to suit every lifestyle and occasion.With a clear vision to become a fully circular brand by 2030, Spritzer leads the industry in innovation, quality, and sustainability.Spritzer — where nature, innovation, and sustainability come together in every bottle.For more information, visit www.spritzer.com.myFor media inquiries please contact:Imelia KyraAssociate Consultant, Narro CommunicationsE: imelia@narrocomms.comWinnie ChinHead of Public Relations, Spritzer BhdE: winniecgl@spritzer.com.my Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Trump mengancam untuk menyekat jambatan ke Kanada kewangan

Trump mengancam untuk menyekat jambatan ke Kanada

(SeaPRwire) - Presiden AS menuntut pemilikan "sekurang-kurangnya separuh" daripada lintasan antara Ontario dan Michigan Presiden Donald Trump telah mengancam untuk menyekat pembukaan jambatan baharu utama yang menghubungkan Kanada dan Amerika Syarikat melainkan Washington menerima pampasan dan pegangan pemilikan separa dalam projek itu. Dalam satu hantaran panjang di platform Truth Social miliknya pada Isnin, Trump berkata beliau tidak akan membenarkan Jambatan Antarabangsa Gordie Howe – yang menghubungkan Windsor, Ontario, dan Detroit, Michigan – dibuka sehingga Amerika Syarikat "diberi pampasan sepenuhnya" dan Kanada melayan AS dengan apa yang beliau sifatkan sebagai "keadilan dan rasa hormat." "Dengan semua yang telah kami berikan kepada mereka, kami sepatutnya memiliki, mungkin, sekurang-kurangnya separuh daripada aset ini. Hasil yang dijana kerana pasaran AS akan menjadi sangat besar," tulisnya. Trump menuduh Kanada mendapat manfaat secara tidak seimbang daripada projek itu, mendakwa ia dibina dengan "hampir tiada kandungan AS" dan mendakwa bahawa pengecualian yang dikeluarkan di bawah bekas presiden Barack Obama membenarkan Kanada memintas keperluan Buy American. Beliau juga mengulangi rungutan lama mengenai tarif tenusu Kanada, sekatan wilayah ke atas penjualan alkohol AS dan jangkauan Ottawa ke China. Trump menyokong jambatan itu semasa penggal pertamanya, menggelarnya sebagai "penghubung ekonomi yang penting," walaupun terdapat lobi daripada pemilik Jambatan Ambassador, yang telah lama menentang projek itu. Ancaman baharu itu timbul di tengah-tengah ketegangan yang lebih luas dalam hubungan AS-Kanada. Dalam beberapa minggu kebelakangan ini, Trump juga telah memberi amaran mengenai tarif tinggi ke atas pesawat buatan Kanada dan mencadangkan langkah-langkah punitif jika Ottawa memperdalam hubungan perdagangan dengan Beijing. Perdana Menteri Kanada Mark Carney telah menolak dakwaan bahawa Kanada sedang mengejar perjanjian perdagangan bebas dengan China dan telah menggesa Washington untuk menghormati kedaulatan Kanada.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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Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Victoria’s Secret berkata Gen Z tidak membesar dengan beban imej badan era 2000-an — dan mereka kembali menyambut pertunjukan fesyen glamor itu

(SeaPRwire) - Victoria’s Secret bertaruh bahawa generasi yang dibesarkan dengan penerimaan tubuh—bukan gaya "heroin chic"—sudah bersedia untuk merampas kembali landasan pancarannya yang terkenal. Pembeli yang lebih muda kelihatan tidak malu-malu dalam menyukai tontonan dan kilauan, glamour pakaian dalam, . Bekas CEO Anthropologie dan pesaing Savage X Fenty, beliau menyertai syarikat pada musim luruh 2024 selepas beberapa percubaan yang tidak berjaya untuk mengubah naratif mengenai jenama yang pernah popular itu. Dan walaupun Victoria’s Secret sebelum ini telah membuang pertunjukan landasannya, Super telah menghidupkannya semula. Pelanggan Gen Z yang menonton versi baharu pertunjukan hari ini tidak membesar bersama trauma imej tubuh era 2000-an seperti yang dialami milenial. Beliau dibesarkan oleh ibu Gen X yang cuba untuk tidak mewariskan isu tubuhnya sendiri, yang mahukan anak perempuannya menjadi "kuat dan tidak terganggu oleh semua hingar itu," kata Super. Gen Z boleh menghargai keseronokan Victoria’s Secret Angels tanpa semestinya melihat mereka sebagai sesuatu yang diidamkan—atau yang mencetuskan keresahan. Pergeseran sikap itu adalah teras kepada strategi kemunculan semula Victoria’s Secret di bawah Super, yang memanggil syarikat itu "peluang transformasi terbesar dalam peruncitan." Pada Oktober 2025, beliau menyaksikan setahun kerja memuncak dalam pertunjukan fesyen jenama yang dihidupkan semula di Steiner Studios, Brooklyn. "Lights, Camera, Angels," terpapar di skrin sebelum bilik itu menjadi gelap. Pertunjukan itu dibuka dengan model Jasmine Tookes, yang anggun dengan sayap emas dan mendukung perutnya yang mengandung sembilan bulan—sebuah tubuh yang tidak akan pernah muncul di landasan pada era jenama yang lebih awal. Penonton menyukai Angel lama seperti Adriana Lima, kini pertengahan empat puluhan dan ibu kepada lima anak; super generasi seterusnya Bella dan Gigi Hadid; model 'curve' termasuk Ashley Graham dan Precious Lee; serta atlet seperti bintang WNBA Angel Reese dan gimnastik Olimpik Suni Lee. Bagi Super, sayap, manik, dan tumit tinggi yang diperbaharui itu bukanlah satu langkah undur daripada kemajuan tetapi satu penyesuaian semula. "Saya tidak rasa, sebagai wanita, kita pernah berhenti mahu merasa cantik atau seksi atau berkuasa dalam kulit kita sendiri," katanya. "Tetapi kita mahu mentakrifkannya. Kita tidak mahu orang lain mentakrifkannya untuk kita." Untuk maklumat lanjut tentang bagaimana Super membawa perubahan jenama ikonik ini, baca kisah penuh .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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