Starting 10 October, the Transport Company (BKS) will resume its bus service connecting Khon Kaen, Thailand, to Vientiane, Laos, following a five-year suspension.
Bus Service Between Khon Kaen-Vientiane Resumes After Five Years
Singapore Post Invites Public to Celebrate SG60 and World Post Day with “60 Years in 60 Stamps” Philately Showcase
SINGAPORE, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Singapore Post Limited (SingPost) proudly announces the SG60 and World Post Day Philately Showcase, a landmark three-day event commemorating Singapore’s 60th anniversary and celebrating the vital role of postal services. From 10 to 12 October 2025, at the heritage-rich Temasek Shophouse, Banyan Cove (28 Orchard Road), this exhibition invites the public, collectors, and history enthusiasts to journey through Singapore’s nation-building story as told through its iconic stamps and postal artifacts.
Featuring a special presentation of the “60 Years in 60 Stamps” collection—which includes landmark issues like the 1st Anniversary of Independence and The Singapore Story series—the showcase offers an immersive experience into the evolution of Singapore’s postal heritage and philatelic culture. Visitors can also look forward to the launch of postal heritage-themed postcards and MyStamps, exclusive event datestamps and cachets, and a curated sale of vintage and new philatelic items.
Key Event Highlights:
- Exclusive showcase of the “60 Years in 60 Stamps”, celebrating Singapore’s nation-building journey through stamps.
- Of note is the 1st Anniversary of Independence (issued on 9 August 1966) and The Singapore Story stamp series (issued on 7 July 1988)
- Launch of postal heritage-themed “Stories of Our Post Offices” postcards and MyStamps
- Special event cachets and daily datestamps issued to collectors
- Sale of philatelic items available
1st Anniversary of Independence
More than just a stamp, this is a pledge of unity. Released for the 1st Anniversary of Independence, the design features people of all races as one, determined to forge a shared identity. The symbolic backdrop of industrial and housing blocks highlights our pioneer generation’s focus on national progress and a society where everyone thrives together.
The Singapore Story
The Singapore Story stamp series featured Singapore’s turbulent years between 1955 to 1959, achieving self-governance from 1959 to 1963, merger with Malaysia and eventual independence from 1961 to 1965, and the birth of Singapore as a nation from 1965 onwards.
Concurrent SG60 Stamp Exhibition (10–12 October)
At the Visual Arts Centre’s Exhibition Gallery, a separate SG60 Stamp Exhibition will run concurrently. Organised by the Association of Singapore Philatelists in partnership with the Singapore Philatelic Society, Singapore Stamp Club, and Zui You Philatelic Society, this three-day exhibition presents a captivating display of stamps and postal memorabilia reflecting Singapore’s heritage, history, and nation-building journey.
SingPost invites all members of the public to join in this unique celebration of Singapore’s postal history and to mark the nation’s 60th anniversary.
About Singapore Post Limited (SingPost)
Singapore Post (SingPost) is a leading postal and eCommerce logistics provider in Asia Pacific. The portfolio of businesses spans from national and international postal services to warehousing and fulfilment, international freight forwarding and last mile delivery, serving customers in more than 220 global destinations. Headquartered in Singapore, SingPost has approximately 3,000 employees. Since its inception in 1858, the Group has evolved and innovated to bring about best-in-class integrated logistics solutions and services, making every delivery count for people and planet. www.singpost.com
“MUAYTHAI Power for All in Malaysia” Achieves Outstanding Success Reinforcing Thai Soft Power and Driving Muaythai onto the Global Stage
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – The Professional Boxing Association of Thailand, in collaboration with the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) and the National Sports Development Fund (NSDF), continues to advance Thailand’s national Soft Power strategy through the program “MUAYTHAI Power for All in Malaysia,” held from 25th –30th September 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. The initiative aimed to promote Muaythai internationally, raise global awareness, reaffirm Muaythai as Thailand’s cultural heritage, and pave the way for its recognition as an Olympic sport in the future.
This project aligns with the Thai government’s policy of strengthening the Soft Power industry, particularly Muaythai, which is recognized as a unique martial art passed down through generations. Beyond being a sport, Muaythai has the potential to expand into the creative economy through tourism, sports, and culture. International promotion is therefore an essential mechanism to increase global popularity and recognition.
The program received a warm welcome from the Malaysian public, including youth athletes, students, and sports enthusiasts, who actively participated throughout the event. This reflects the universal charm of Muaythai in reaching diverse audiences and fostering broad participation. Activities were designed to highlight Muaythai’s sporting and cultural values, including:
- Wai Khru Performance – showcasing the ritualistic art and heritage of Muaythai.
- Muaythai Workshop – teaching hand wrapping, basic moves, and Wai Khru to let participants experience Muaythai up close.
- Coach & Referee Seminar – providing knowledge on competition management in line with IOC standards.
- Academic Talk & Panel Discussion – on the theme “Muaythai as Cultural Heritage & Soft Power,” featuring Thai and Malaysian experts.
Beyond public engagement, the project created a platform for building understanding and acceptance of Muaythai among Asian sports leaders and representatives of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). It represents a significant step forward toward Muaythai’s recognition as an official Olympic discipline. At the same time, it strengthened bilateral cooperation between Thailand and Malaysia to ensure sustainable development of the sport.
Mr. Somchart Charernwatcharawit, President of the Professional Boxing Association of Thailand, emphasized: “Muaythai is not only a sport but also a form of Soft Power that connects culture, economy, and international friendship. Through ‘MUAYTHAI Power for All in Malaysia,’ we reaffirm our commitment to promoting Muaythai globally and advancing it toward Olympic recognition. This project marks an important milestone reflecting the strength of Muaythai as Thailand’s Soft Power—not only sharing our culture with the world but also generating income, cooperation, and long-term reputation for the nation.”
Hashtag: #Muaythai #MuaythaiPowerforAllinMalaysia #PBAT
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About the Professional Boxing Association of Thailand
The Professional Boxing Association of Thailand (PBAT) is the official governing body dedicated to the promotion, regulation, and development of professional boxing and Muaythai in Thailand. Working closely with national and international sports organizations, PBAT plays a key role in safeguarding Thailand’s martial arts heritage while advancing its recognition on the global stage.
Mediso installs true theranostic TheraMAX SPECT/CT at Heidelberg University Hospital
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HEIDELBERG, Germany, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mediso completes the installation of an AnyScan® TRIO-TheraMAX SPECT/CT at the Department of Nuclear Medicine at Heidelberg University Hospital.
AnyScan® TRIO-TheraMAX SPECT/CT has been installed at Heidelberg University Hospital
The system is specifically designed for the clinical needs of theranostic imaging. Its detectors and collimators are developed for Targeted Radionuclide Therapies carried out with radioisotopes emitting alpha and beta particles and have co-emission of high and ultra-high energy gamma photons that are more challenging to image than diagnostic 99mTc. This requires maximized performance for quantitative imaging and dosimetry with theranostic isotopes (i.e. 177Lu, 225Ac, 212Pb, 131I) that is not available with current SPECT/CT systems.
“The TheraMAX expands the imaging capabilities of our department for radioligand therapy. We treat patients with a wide range of novel radiopharmaceuticals labelled with 177Lu or 225Ac, some of them as part of clinical trials for developing improved and more individualized patient care. In addition, the TheraMAX supports our department by increasing the capacity of our department for 99mTc-PSMA scans for radioligand therapy inclusion” said Professor Dr. Clemens Kratochwil, lead physician at Department of Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital Heidelberg. “First scans of patients treated with 225Ac suggest that the duration of whole-body quantitative SPECT/CT may be reduced allowing image-based dosimetry.”
The TheraMAX is equipped with three, large surface detectors (up to 5x larger than 12-detector CZT systems) surrounding patients with complete angular coverage in 360°. The 15.9 mm thick NaI crystals ensure improved sensitivity for high energy photons, while the high-density sensor arrangement (123 PMT per detector head) allows high spatial resolution leading to PET-like image quality.
Whole-body SPECT/CT imaging in 225Ac-PSMA therapy is challenging due to the ultra-low count rate from the injected activity in the patient (4-8 MBq). By offering 300% sensitivity gain compared to dual-detector systems, TheraMAX acquires whole-body scans below 30 minutes with minimum 80 cm long Axial FOV.
Beside its outstanding performance in radioligand therapy, TheraMAX excels in all other nuclear medicine procedures. The extreme sensitivity allows ultra-fast quantitative total-body SPECT/CT imaging with 2 meters scan length in 10 minutes for 177Lu therapy and 99mTc bone scans.
“The maximum imaging performance is ensured by the newly developed RoboCart™ allowing effortless switching between applications with low and ultra-high energy isotopes. This motorized cart automates collimator exchange on all three detector heads simultaneously within 5 minutes,” said István Bagaméry, Managing Director of Mediso Ltd.
Eddid Financial Opens Singapore Office, Establishing SEA Business Hub
HONG KONG, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Eddid Financial (“the Group”), a leading global financial services provider, is proud to announce the grand opening of its office in the Singapore’s central financial district, operated by its subsidiary, Eddid Financial Singapore Pte. Ltd.. This milestone follows the Group’s acquisition of the Capital Markets Services (CMS) License (License No.: CMS101839) from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), marking the Group’s Southeast Asian strategic deployment entering its operational phase, demonstrating strong momentum in global business expansion.
Pioneering a New Chapter in Southeast Asia
The opening ceremony was attended by a distinguished gathering of guests. Dr. Jerry Tse, CEO of Eddid Financial, led the Group’s executive team to welcome guests and industry partners to witness this momentous occasion.
In his welcome speech, Dr. Tse expressed gratitude to attendees and emphasized Singapore’s strategic significance to the Group: “As one of Asia’s key financial hubs, establishing our office in Singapore not only strengthens our leading position in the Southeast Asian market but also represents a crucial component in our global strategy. Building a comprehensive and robust business network here will enable us to seize opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region, enhance cross-border service capabilities, and support the development of multi-faceted financial markets including equities, global futures, forex, and virtual assets.”
During the ceremony, Dr. Jerry Tse was joined by Dr. Ricky Yeung, Co-COO and CCO of the Group, and COO of Eddid Financial Singapore, Mr. Andy Law, Co-COO and CCO of the Group, and Mr. Fai Ng, CEO of Eddid Financial Singapore for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. They also participated in the traditional Singaporean “Pineapple Rolling” ritual, where pineapples symbolize wealth and prosperity. This culturally significant gesture marked the official launch of Eddid Financial’s operations in Singapore and the beginning of a prosperous new chapter.
Technology-Driven, Diversified Services
Leveraging the Group’s global experience in securities trading, wealth management, and investment banking, Eddid Financial will offer one-stop comprehensive financial services to local clients. These services encompass trading of capital market products such as securities, derivatives, and forex, as well as product financing and custodial services, addressing the needs of both institutional and individual investors.
As Southeast Asia’s fintech hub, Singapore ranks among the world’s leaders in financial innovation. Eddid Financial’s commitment to technological innovation aligns closely with Singapore’s modern financial aspirations. The Group will actively explore the application of digital technologies such as AI, blockchain, and big data in financial services, focusing on developing proprietary trading platforms and digital service tools to enhance transaction efficiency and customer experience. Plans are also underway to expand into digital assets and tokenized real-world assets (RWA), helping clients seize opportunities in the Web3 era.
Global Collaboration, Expanding Service Network
In recent years, Eddid Financial has accelerated its global expansion, establishing mature business networks across multiple international markets. With Asia’s continued economic growth, Singapore will serve as a key gateway for Eddid Financial to capture regional opportunities and open new business frontiers.
Looking ahead, the Group will fully leverage resources across major global financial markets, actively build an international partner ecosystem, and provide seamless, efficient, and professional cross-border financial services to enterprises and individual investors worldwide.
HKPC “SME ReachOut: FUND Fair plus Tech Sourcing 2025″All-round Support for SMEs to “Get Fund & Tech” and “Go Global”
HONG KONG, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In active response to the policies on supporting the small and medium enterprises (SMEs), the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) is partnering with the Trade and Industry Department (TID) to host the annual signature event, “SME ReachOut: FUND Fair plus Tech Sourcing 2025“, on 16 and 17 October 2025 at the HKPC Building. Featuring “FUND Tech Go”, this year’s Expo aims to provide a one-stop resource matching platform for the city’s nearly 360,000 SMEs. The event will feature over 80 exhibition booths from funding organisations, technology service providers, and industry organisations, assisting businesses in capitalising on opportunities in areas such as “go global,” artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation, cross-border e-commerce, and intellectual property (IP).
The “2025 Policy Address” further strengthens support for SMEs, including an injection of $1.43 billion into the BUD Fund and expand its geographical scope to cover eight more economies, including the Belt and Road countries. The Expo actively supports the initiatives outlined in the Policy Address, from helping SMEs embrace digitalisation and green to boost competitiveness amid economic transition, to empowering them in exploring new markets and pursuing new growth areas. The significant demand for Government funding and technology upgrading services is clearly reflected by the attendance of over 66,000 participants across the previous four Expos.
5 Thematic Zones & 3 New Main Elements, Combining with Immersive Digital Experiences
This year’s expo will feature five thematic zones—Grab Fund, Go Global, Go Green, Go AI & Digital, and eCommerce LIVE & RetailTech. It will also focus on three emerging areas: AI, new retail technology, and IP Branding. In addition, the event will include immersive digital experiences for the first time, such as live demonstration by KOLs, interactive eCommerce displays, and the demonstrations of “AI virtual human”, enabling attendees to interactively learn about the latest tech applications and helping SMEs grasp the latest marketing trends and transformation solutions. To cater to the needs of chambers of commerce and corporate groups, the event will offer exclusive guided tours. These tours, led by dedicated guides through the five thematic zones, will provide support for sustainable digital transformation and market opening-up of the SMEs.
10+ Sharing Sessions to Offer Comprehensive Support for SMEs
The event will feature over 10 sharing sessions, with experts from various fields to share their insights, including leaders from different chambers of commerce, bankers, and industry representatives. Attendees can also consult directly with these experts for immediate advice to have a comprehensive understanding of the market dynamics. Please refer to Annex 1 for details on the sharing sessions.
The sessions will cover key topics of concern to SMEs, including:
- AI and Digital Transformation: analysing actual case studies and exploring practical strategies for upgrading and transformation
- “Go Global” Strategy: Dissecting the policy landscape of emerging markets to support precise business planning
- ESG and Sustainable Development: Responding to EU standards and building green competitiveness
- IP Branding Development: Planning IP management to build brand value
- Government Funding Application: Detailed explanation of the latest Government funding details and application tips
- Advanced Technology Applications: Insights into trends in robotics, smart manufacturing, and green technology
As a staunch supporter of SMEs, HKPC provides six key services to precisely meet industry needs. These services— “Biz Expands Easy”, “SME ReachOut”, Digital DIY, HKPC Academy, Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT), and “ESG One”—comprehensively assist SMEs with digital transformation and overseas market expansion, enabling them to seize new market opportunities.
HKPC cordially invites all SMEs to participate in this Expo, which provides a vital opportunity to discover feasible solutions for enhancing business resilience and competitiveness. Through a wealth of Government funding information, one-on-one expert consultations, and practical case study sharing, attendees can gain strategic insights and confidently embrace the challenges and opportunities in the current economic climate. SMEs are welcome to register and participate in the event with free admission.
[“SME ReachOut” FUND Fair plus Tech Sourcing 2025]Date: 16-17 October 2025 (Thursday to Friday)
Time: 10:00 – 18:00
Address: HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon
Admission Fee: Free (Pre-registration required)
Registration Link: http://u.hkpc.org/en-p-FF2025
Enquires: SME ReachOut Hotline: (852) 2788 6868; Email: sme_reachout@hkpc.org
About Hong Kong Productivity Council
The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation established by statute in 1967, to promote productivity through relentless drive of world-class advanced technologies and innovative service offerings to support Hong Kong enterprises. As a nationwide leader in innovative, market-driven research and development (R&D), specialising in leading technologies and all-rounded manufacturing services, HKPC promotes new industrialisation in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland and facilitates the development of new productive forces, leveraging innovation and technology (I&T), as well as bolstering Hong Kong to be an international innovation and technology centre and a smart city. The Council offers comprehensive innovative solutions for Hong Kong industries and enterprises to enhance competitiveness. To further support businesses in expanding into global markets, HKPC has established “The Cradle – Go Global Service Centre”, providing essential services to address businesses’ needs in product development, technology, manufacturing, and management, empowering enterprises to successfully go global. The Council partners and collaborates with local industries and enterprises and world-class R&D institutes to promote technology transfer, product innovation, and commercialisation through product innovation, technology transfer, creating value for industries. HKPC’s world-class R&D achievements have been widely recognised over the years, winning an array of local and overseas accolades.
In addition, HKPC offers SMEs and startups immediate and timely assistance in coping with the ever-changing business environment and strengthens talent nurturing and Hong Kong’s competitiveness with FutureSkills training for enterprises and academia to enhance digital capabilities and STEM competencies.
For more details, please visit HKPC website: www.hkpc.org.
Media Inquiry:
Corporate Communications Unit
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Hong Kong Productivity Council
Tel: +852 2788 5833
Email: mediacentre@hkpc.org
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Annex 1: Sharing Sessions of SME ReachOut: FUND Fair plus Tech Sourcing 2025
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Event Topic |
Introduction |
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16 Oct (Thur) |
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11:00-11:45 |
SMEs Survival Switch: Scaling in AI & Digitalisation |
Explore practical AI applications and strategies across logistics, finance, and office tech from industry experts, while discovering future AI trends for SMEs. |
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12:00-12:45 |
Go Global Live: GBA Markets |
Explore the economic advantages and opportunities in GBA, and examine the policy support and innovation to drive cross-border success. |
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14:30-15:15 |
Go Green: Decoding EU’s Sustainable Business Strategies |
Learn from industry experts carbon footprint reporting, carbon disclosure, green logistics, and compliance strategies to meet EU buyers’ ESG demands. |
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15:30-16:30 |
FUND Run Challenge |
Learn how to leverage Government funding for your business upgrade from funding experts! Covering global expansion, new industrialisation, logistics, R&D and green transformation. |
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16:30-17:00 |
TECH-Up the Party for Growth |
Explore the latest solutions and trends in robotics, AI, smart manufacturing and green tech from tech experts! Empowering SMEs to tech upgrade and boost sustainability. |
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17:15-18:00 |
SME LevelUp Workshop: eCommerce Made Easy Sharing |
Join the “Level-Up Workshop” to learn practical strategies from e-commerce experts and SMEs to seize eCommerce opportunities for global success. |
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17 Oct (Fri) |
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10:00-10:45 |
Connecting HKPC with Suppliers for Upcoming Business Opportunities |
Explore the latest procurement trends and tender preparation tips from HKPC representatives to secure quango partnerships and drive business growth. |
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11:00-11:45 |
Go Global Live: Belt and Road Markets |
Explore policies, economic trends, tech platforms, financing, and localisation strategies for ASEAN & Middle East markets to drive global success and competitiveness. |
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12:00-12:45 |
Unlocking the Smart Workspace: Innovation – Co-Working – Security |
Discover IOT, Al and automation for workspace efficiency and cybersecurity strategies to enhance work efficiency and employee experience. |
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14:30-15:15 |
Hands-on Form-Filling Tactics to Go Global |
Learn from “Funding Buddy” on fund matching strategies to fuel global expansion. Debunk 10 form-filling myths and master application techniques for global success. |
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15:30-16:15 |
IP Passport: Branding Your Way to Go Global! |
Industry experts guide you to build a defensible “Brand + Design” system through IP licensing strategies, boosting your global brand impact. |
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16:30-17:15 |
Cross Border eCommerce Maze: Strategic Move & Dodge Traps |
Learn digital marketing strategies and data analytics skills from industry experts and KOLS to drive brand exposure and success in e-commerce markets. |
G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch]: Global Icon to Embark on Highly Anticipated TourAcross Multiple Cities Worldwide
HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – Legendary global icon G-DRAGON has officially revealed the details of his much-awaited world tour, G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch], making his triumphant return to the global stage.
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In collaboration with Galaxy Corporation and AEG Presents, the tour promises an electrifying experience for fans worldwide.
Promoted by AEG Presents, 8Wonder, and ER CMG, G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] IN HANOI, presented by VPBank, will take place on 8 November at 8Wonder Ocean City.
The G-DRAGON OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP Presale will take place from 7 October (Tuesday), 10AM to 11:59PM local time. Following this, the VPBank Presale will take place from 8 October (Wednesday), 10AM till 11:59PM local time. General sales will start from 9 October (Thursday), 10AM local time onwards. Please visit the official ticketing site at vinwonders.com for more information.
The G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] tour, started in March 2025 in Korea, and has since spanned across 15 cities, with 30 shows. With sold-out performances night after night, G-DRAGON showcased his explosive live energy and unstoppable momentum on the world stage.
A pioneering member of BIGBANG, G-DRAGON has long been a driving force in the global K-POP industry, celebrated for his boundary-pushing music and trendsetting influence in fashion. After a seven-year hiatus from solo projects, he made a monumental comeback in 2024 with the release of his single ‘POWER’. The track quickly soared up the charts, earning widespread acclaim. Building on this momentum, G-DRAGON unveiled his highly anticipated third studio album, ‘Übermensch,’ on February 25, 2025 – his first full-length solo project in over 11 years. The album, particularly featuring the tracks ‘TOO BAD’ and ‘DRAMA’, has been met with overwhelming praise from both fans and critics. ‘Übermensch’ marks a bold new chapter in G-DRAGON’s career, solidifying his legacy as an artist who continues to evolve and push creative boundaries.
G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] IN HANOI, presented by VPBank
| DATE | 8 November 2025 (Saturday) |
| Venue | 8Wonder Ocean City |
| G-DRAGON OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP PRESALE Survey Registration Period |
3 October (Fri), 10AM to 5 October (Sun), 11:59PM |
| G-DRAGON OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP Presale |
7 October (Tue), 10AM to 11:59PM |
| VPBank Pre-Sale | 8 October (Wed), 10AM to 11:59PM |
| General On Sale | 9October (Thu), 10AM onwards |
G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] Tour Dates
20 & 21 October Osaka Kyocera Dome Osaka [ENCORE]
1 &2 November Taipei Taipei Dome [ENCORE]
8 November Hanoi 8Wonder Ocean City
12, 13 & 14 December Seoul Gocheok Dome [ENCORE]
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About G-DRAGON
G-DRAGON is a global cultural icon. As a member of the popular K-pop male group BIGBANG, hehelped redefine the Asian music scene with his innovative music, bold fashion choices, andcharismatic stage presence. Known for his genre-blending sound and experimental approach tomusic, G-DRAGON has released several successful solo albums, earning critical acclaim andcommercial success. His influence extends beyond music, with a lasting impact on fashion andculture, often regarded as a trendsetter in both South Korea and internationally.
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About AEG Presents
Combining the power of the live event with a focus on true artist development, AEG Presents is aworld leader in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across four continents, thecompany has an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community. Its tentpole festivalsand multi-day music events—which include the iconic Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival andthe legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival alongside American Express Presents BSTHyde Park, Stagecoach, Hangout Festival, Electric Forest, and Firefly—continue to set the bar forthe live music experience. AEG Presents promotes global tours for artists such as The RollingStones, Elton John, Taylor Swift, Celine Dion, Justin Bieber, Kenny Chesney, Paul McCartney, andKaty Perry, in addition to—through its network of clubs, theatres, arenas, stadiums and renownedpartner brands such as Goldenvoice, Messina Touring Group, Concerts West, The Bowery Presents,PromoWest Productions, Marshall Arts, Madison House Presents, and Zero Mile Presents—creatingand developing an unmatched infrastructure for artist development and audience reach. Moreinformation can be found at 
www.aegpresents.com
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Mediso installs true theranostic TheraMAX SPECT/CT at Heidelberg University Hospital
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HEIDELBERG, Germany, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mediso completes the installation of an AnyScan® TRIO-TheraMAX SPECT/CT at the Department of Nuclear Medicine at Heidelberg University Hospital.
AnyScan® TRIO-TheraMAX SPECT/CT has been installed at Heidelberg University Hospital
The system is specifically designed for the clinical needs of theranostic imaging. Its detectors and collimators are developed for Targeted Radionuclide Therapies carried out with radioisotopes emitting alpha and beta particles and have co-emission of high and ultra-high energy gamma photons that are more challenging to image than diagnostic 99mTc. This requires maximized performance for quantitative imaging and dosimetry with theranostic isotopes (i.e. 177Lu, 225Ac, 212Pb, 131I) that is not available with current SPECT/CT systems.
“The TheraMAX expands the imaging capabilities of our department for radioligand therapy. We treat patients with a wide range of novel radiopharmaceuticals labelled with 177Lu or 225Ac, some of them as part of clinical trials for developing improved and more individualized patient care. In addition, the TheraMAX supports our department by increasing the capacity of our department for 99mTc-PSMA scans for radioligand therapy inclusion” said Professor Dr. Clemens Kratochwil, lead physician at Department of Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital Heidelberg. “First scans of patients treated with 225Ac suggest that the duration of whole-body quantitative SPECT/CT may be reduced allowing image-based dosimetry.”
The TheraMAX is equipped with three, large surface detectors (up to 5x larger than 12-detector CZT systems) surrounding patients with complete angular coverage in 360°. The 15.9 mm thick NaI crystals ensure improved sensitivity for high energy photons, while the high-density sensor arrangement (123 PMT per detector head) allows high spatial resolution leading to PET-like image quality.
Whole-body SPECT/CT imaging in 225Ac-PSMA therapy is challenging due to the ultra-low count rate from the injected activity in the patient (4-8 MBq). By offering 300% sensitivity gain compared to dual-detector systems, TheraMAX acquires whole-body scans below 30 minutes with minimum 80 cm long Axial FOV.
Beside its outstanding performance in radioligand therapy, TheraMAX excels in all other nuclear medicine procedures. The extreme sensitivity allows ultra-fast quantitative total-body SPECT/CT imaging with 2 meters scan length in 10 minutes for 177Lu therapy and 99mTc bone scans.
“The maximum imaging performance is ensured by the newly developed RoboCart™ allowing effortless switching between applications with low and ultra-high energy isotopes. This motorized cart automates collimator exchange on all three detector heads simultaneously within 5 minutes,” said István Bagaméry, Managing Director of Mediso Ltd.
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