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Protected from Covid by Prudential’s COVID-19 CareFree Plus

Prudential Life Assurance (Lao) Limited Company (Prudential Laos) supported more than 4,600 people with LAK 23 billion cash benefits through the COVID-19 CareFree (the Fund) that was first launched on 26 April to meet the Lao community’s protection need.

Reporting from Mexico: Robert Parker Wine Advocate Launches Mezcal Review

With the growing popularity of Mexico’s agave-based artisan spirit, Robert Parker Wine Advocate branches out to deliver an authoritative introduction and review of 20 Mezcals in a special report

SINGAPORE & NAPA – Media OutReach – 22 July 2022 – Robert Parker Wine Advocate brings its readers a special report on mezcal this July, adding to the breadth and depth of trusted wine and drinks coverage available on its subscriber-based website, robertparker.com.

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This agave-based spirit is often called “Mexico in a bottle,” and its explosive array of flavors and character have attracted increasing global acclaim. From fresh, sweet and clear styles to the textured cindery smokiness of more serious sips, and even the unexpected discovery of rabbit-infused pechuga mezcal (a style of mezcal made with an infusion of meat, fruit or herbs), the evocative tastes of mezcal are brought to life for new generations of drinkers around the world.

Says Nicolas Achard, CEO of Robert Parker Wine Advocate, “Agave-based spirits such as mezcal and tequila have shown up as one of the fastest-growing spirits categories of the past few years. Robert Parker Wine Advocate’s new mezcal report offers insightful reviews on this category that complements our latest initiatives to provide consumers with timely, expert opinions on global drinks trends.”

“Vino de Mezcal”

Once called vino de mezcal or “mezcal wine” by Spanish colonists, the distillation of agave-based spirits became widespread in Mexico in the mid-17th century. As guest columnist Emma Janzen reports, agave has long been central to the lives of Mexican people, and each variety has its own distinct shape, size, color, growing season and time to maturity—all characteristics that influence the flavor of a finished mezcal.

For this first Mexico report, Robert Parker Wine Advocate is pleased to tap the expertise of Emma Janzen, who is the author of Mezcal: The History, Craft & Cocktails of the World’s Ultimate Artisanal Spirit, which was nominated for a James Beard Award in 2018, as well as a veteran reporter on the drinks and spirits beat for multiple publications.

The report consists of 20 recommendations for every level of mezcal drinker, from the beginner to connoisseurs. Below are excerpts from the list.

Good for Beginners

Los Siete Misterios Coyote:

The mezcal-making tradition in the Sola de Vega area of Oaxaca is to distill in clay pots, which makes for mezcal with a big, soft mouthfeel. Made with the coyote variety of agave, this mezcal from Siete Misterios offers a round body with a good layer of minerality, plus notes of cooked yams, cocoa and cinder.

Montelobos Ensamble:

For drinkers looking for a thick layer of smoke character, the Ensemble mezcal from Montelobos—a mix of cultivated papalote, tobalá and espadín agaves, made in the state of Puebla—is a robust and stirring spirit with flavors of charred green bell pepper, yellow flowers and wet soil.

Good for Special Occasions

Grulani Tobalá:

Made by mezcalero Leo Hernández (the son of Cosme Hernández, who produces for Alipus), in the Oaxacan town of San Baltazar Guelavila, this tobalá-based mezcal tastes elegant and elevated with a sublime balance and great depth of flavor. It carries the palate on a journey from luminous white lily flavors deep down into the dark depths of smoldering oak.

Bosscal Conejo:

Historically, pechuga mezcals (a style of mezcal made with an infusion of meat, fruit or herbs) were only made and consumed for rituals, holidays and special occasions, so in that same spirit, the rabbit-infused mezcal from Bosscal in the state of Durango is a unique savory mezcal that’s a great fit for non-vegan drinkers. It explodes with flavors of salty cinnamon, blood orange rind and hints of dried thyme and oregano.

Good for Cocktails

Del Maguey Vida de Muertos:

When Del Maguey first released Vida, it was a game-changer for bartenders everywhere; and recently the company released a new version of the famous mezcal, made with a slightly higher proof than the flagship. This bump in alcohol percentage gives the mezcal a boost in structure and flavor, which means it works even better in cocktails than its predecessor. It also functions as an easygoing sipper with lovely notes of pineapple, limestone and peppery spice.

Discover thousands of trusted wine reviews and professional insights into the world of wine and drinks at www.RobertParker.com.

About Emma Janzen

Emma Janzen is an occasional contributor to Robert Parker Wine Advocate, journalist, photographer, and formerly Imbibe Magazine’s digital content editor. Emma has manifested countless stories on the origins and nuances of drinks for the past decade, for publications such as PUNCH, Bon Appetit, Eater, and Serious Eats.

Her first book, Mezcal: The History, Craft and Cocktails of the World’s Ultimate Artisanal Spirit, was nominated for a James Beard Foundation award in 2018; The Way of the Cocktail, which she co-authored with Kumiko owner Julia Momosé (2021) won a JBFA in 2022; she’s contributed to David Wondrich’s The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails (2021); and co-authored The Bartender’s Manifesto with Toby Maloney of The Violet Hour (2022).

Writing and editing from her home base in the Midwest, Emma prefers her mezcal neat and her martinis made with gin.

Hashtag: #RobertParkerWineAdvocate

About Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Robert Parker Wine Advocate is the world’s premier independent wine buyer’s website, with a database of more than 450,000 tasting notes, scores and reviews from professional critics around the world. For over 40 years, Robert Parker Wine Advocate (a part of the MICHELIN Group of companies) has been the global leader and independent consumer’s guide to fine wine with its 100-point rating system and in-depth coverage of major wine regions.

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Danone Launches Campaign with Shopee to Inspire Healthy Living

Consumers can look forward to exclusive gifts with purchase and attractive discounts during Danone’s Regional Brand Day on Shopee Mall.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA Media OutReach – 22 July 2022 – Danone, a leading multi-local food and beverage company building on health-focused and fast-growing categories; and Shopee, a leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, have announced the launch of “Let Wellness Take Flight”- Danone’s Regional Brand Day campaign on Shopee Mall. The 1-day joint campaign leverages Shopee’s online marketplace to bring Danone’s full suite of nutrition products to consumers across Southeast Asia including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam.

Happening on 27 July, Danone’s Regional Super Brand Day promotion on Shopee will feature products from all Danone brands including Aptagro, Dugro, Mamil, as well as evian and Volvic from the water category. Inspired by Danone’s vision of One Planet One Health, the campaign aims to motivate consumers to lead healthier lives and start their journey towards wellness.

Coupled with the increase in online demand for health and nutrition products, Danone aims to meet this need by partnering with Shopee to bring a greater variety of offerings to more consumers through Shopee Mall. Together with Shopee, Danone is committed to offering high-quality and safe products that benefit consumers’ health.

Deborah Chong, Global Head of eCommerce, Danone, said, “We have witnessed an incredible growth for our online business, including a 105% growth across Southeast Asia during the Shopee 12.12 Birthday Sale last year. With more consumers turning to e-commerce platforms like Shopee to seek convenient and reliable product options, we believe this collaboration will further scale our presence in the region. Prioritizing consumers’ health is crucial for us and we believe this regional campaign lets us show our care and appreciation for our consumers by providing convenient access to our products.

Vera Saw, Country Manager Malaysia & Singapore added “We are glad to partner with Shopee on the Regional Brand Day in creating an opportunity for everyone to share our passion for nutrition, health and wellness. The campaign also provides consumers access to Danone’s full Specialized Nutrition (SN) portfolio for the whole family, which includes core milk products for children. With more people going online to shop for health products, the collaboration aims to support more families to make informed nutrition choices and discover products that support their children’s health and nutrition needs,” she added.

Underpinned by an upward trend toward e-commerce and a wide range of nutritional choices, Danone has provided consumers with the right nutrition choice for everyone’s needs. In line with the company’s mission as a purpose-driven company and to bring health through food to as many people as possible, Danone is committed to offering high-quality and safe products that have a positive impact on the health of consumers.

Pavan Challa, Director, Regional Brand Partnerships at Shopee said, “Shopee shares Danone’s belief in offering quality products that benefit consumers at great value. With this campaign, we hope to empower shoppers to lead healthier lives through better nutrition, by sharing with them helpful health tips and great deals to stock up on the brands they love.”

On the campaign day, shoppers can look forward to a host of exclusive deals on Shopee Mall, including:

  • Attractive Gifts with Purchase: Be eligible to choose from a selection of gifts, suitable for different users of Danone products, such as:
    • Free Kid Umbrella with a minimum spend of RM 200 on participating Dugro products
    • Free Multi-fun desk with a minimum spend of RM 700 on participating AptaGro or Milnutri Sure products
    • Free Trolley Case with a minimum spend of RM 700 on participating Mamil products
    • Free evian Ice Bucket* with a minimum spend of RM 250 on participating evian & Volvic products
    • Free evian Facial Spray 300ml* with purchase of 2 cartons of evian 500ml x 24, evian 1L x 12, evian 1.5L x 12
  • Top Spender Prizes: Three highest spenders with a minimum purchase of RM300 of participating Aptagro, Milnutri Sure, Mamil and Dugro products win RM5,000 worth of travel vouchers.

*T&Cs apply. Quantities while stocks last.

For more information about the Danone Brand Day, please visit https://bit.ly/3BaGb2a

Download the Shopee app for free on the App Store or Google Play Store.

Hashtag: #Danone #Shopee

About Danone (www.danone.com)

Danone is a leading global food and beverage company operating in three health-focused, fast-growing and on-trend categories: Essential Dairy & Plant-Based products, Waters and Specialized Nutrition. With a long-standing mission of bringing health though food to as many people as possible, Danone aims to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices while committing to achieve measurable nutritional, social, societal and environment impact. Danone has defined its Renew strategy to restore growth, competitiveness, and value creation for the long-term. By 2025, Danone aims to become one of the first multinational companies to obtain global B Corp™ certification. With 100,000 employees, and products sold in over 120 markets, Danone generated €24.2 billion in sales in 2021. Danone’s portfolio includes leading international brands (Actimel, Activia, Alpro, Aptamil, Danette, Danio, Danonino, evian, Nutricia, Nutrilon, Volvic, among others) as well as strong local and regional brands (including Aqua, Blédina, Bonafont, Cow & Gate, Mizone, Oikos, Prostokvashino and Silk). Listed on Euronext Paris and present on the OTCQX market via an ADR (American Depositary Receipt) program, Danone is a component stock of leading sustainability indexes including the ones managed by Vigeo Eiris and Sustainalytics, as well as the Ethibel Sustainability Index, the MSCI ESG Indexes, the FTSE4Good Index Series, Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, and the Access to Nutrition Index.

About Shopee Mall
Shopee Mall is the region’s leading online mall offering one-stop access to a wide range of international and local brands and retailers. Shoppers can enjoy three guarantees delivered by Shopee Mall — 100% authentic products, free returns and free shipping. With always-on deals, entertainment and a robust loyalty programme, Shopee Mall offers an unparalleled online shopping experience and the best value all year round.

Magnitude Five Earthquake in Myanmar felt in Golden Triangle SEZ

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A magnitude five earthquake felt in the Golden Triangle SEZ has residents gathering outside buildings.

Two strong earthquakes struck Myanmar late yesterday evening near the border with Laos, with effects felt as far as the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone in Bokeo Province.

Thailand Confirms First Case of Monkeypox in Phuket

Monkeypox

Thailand has confirmed its first case of monkeypox after a 27-year-old Nigerian man was diagnosed with the infection.

PM Awards Medals to U-19 Lao Football Athletes

Prime Minister Phanhkham Viphavanh presents a medal to Phouthavong Sungvilai, a Lao football player.

The Laos U19 national men’s football team have been awarded class II medals of labor and citations by Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh for their outstanding performance during the AFF U19 Football Championship in Indonesia.

BingX Introduces Futures Grid Trading to Energise Traders in Crypto Winter

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 21 July 2022 – Leading crypto social trading platform BingX is excited to announce the launch of Futures Grid Trading, after it introduced Spot Grid Copy Trading in March. It is available to all registered users so that traders can earn in a more flexible way this crypto winter.

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As its name implies, the Futures Grid Trading combines grid trading and futures trading, which can bring grid profit for users. Grid Trading is a quantitative trading strategy that automates the buying and selling of digital assets at preset intervals around a preset price range to build trading grids.

These trading grids help investors rake in money like a fish net – through executing low-buy and high-sell orders during price volatility, the system ensures profit every time the selling price exceeds the buying price, thus eliminating the need to forecast the market. On top of that, futures grid trading allows traders to use leverage to maximise the profit.

Compared with other platforms, BingX provides users with more flexibility by lowering the minimum investment amount. Traders could try futures grid trading with 20 USDT and see how it arbitrages automatically. They can also preset a stop-loss point to limit the loss on a security position.

For this quarter, part of BingX’s strategic focus is to provide users and traders with a better trading environment and new tools that facilitate profitability. We are also further simplifying the trading process so they can employ new trading tactics that allow them to gain, especially considering the current market situation.” – Global Communications & Public Relations Director, Elvisco Carrington

This new feature will be available on both BingX app and desktop. It saves traders keeping tabs on the market all day by making strategic, informed, and rational trading decisions on behalf of them. To encourage traders to make money with intelligent tools, BingX is about to launch a campaign to cover all traders’ losses in their first futures grid trading.

Security is always a top priority of BingX. Since the beginning of the second quarter of 2022, the overall crypto market has been on a bearish trend. The bankruptcy filing from Three Arrows Capital triggered a downward spiral that have hurt many crypto investors. In the face of this severe turbulence, BingX stays true to its mission in safeguarding user’s assets. Under no circumstances would BingX hedge users’ funds in venture investments.

BingX is committed to bringing about more trailblazing, industry-leading features and services to cater for various trading and social needs of users. To optimise investment experience and maximise user’s profit, BingX is always on the go.

Hashtag: #BingX

About BingX

Founded in 2018, BingX.com is a global digital asset, spot, and derivatives trading platform that provides a user-centric and open ecosystem with intuitive social trading features. Created to enrich the entire cryptocurrency industry, BingX is a safe, reliable, and user-friendly venue for users to trade their favourite assets such as , , , & . It is a digital asset, spot, and derivatives trading platform that provides a user-centric and open ecosystem with intuitive social trading features. First-time traders could do and learn from 3,000+ professional traders on BingX. Now BingX holds four operating licenses from the EU, US, Canada, and Oceania regions. BingX is a safe, reliable, and user-friendly venue for users to trade digital assets.

Major Roads Flooded in Bangkok as Governor Slams Clogged Drains

Bangkok hit by heavy rains and flooding.
Bangkok hit by heavy rains and flooding (Photo: Twitter)

Heavy rains pummelled Bangkok yesterday evening, with water levels reaching up to 30 centimeters in some areas, flooding a number of communities.