SINGAPORE, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Singapore proudly celebrates her 60th birthday, Grand Park City Hall invites Singaporeans and residents to rediscover a different side of our beloved island – one rich in culture, heritage, and architectural elegance.

To mark this significant national milestone, the hotel has unveiled a specially curated suite of experiences blending history, gastronomy, and refined comfort.

Nestled right in the heart of Singapore’s storied Civic District, Grand Park City Hall is just steps away from iconic heritage museums, local art galleries, and architectural treasures, making it makes the perfect base to explore Singapore’s storied past and dynamic present. With neoclassical architecture and Peranakan-inspired interiors, Grand Park City Hall truly reflects Singapore’s multicultural soul, promising a uniquely Singaporean stay right in the city centre.

From exclusive rates to immersive cultural access, the hotel’s SG60 Celebrations are thoughtfully designed to inspire meaningful stays and authentic connections for all.

Guests can look forward to:

• Exclusive Stay Experiences – Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents can enjoy Complimentary Club Lounge Upgrade for stays by 31 August. Don’t forget to check out the Heritage Stay Packages and nostalgic in-room play amenities in the Family Suite for a trip down memory lane.
• Views of the Celebratory Fireworks – Catch the dazzling fireworks display every Saturday in the lead up to National Day on 9 August, right from the Rooftop Garden.
• Cultural Access & Partner Privileges – Receive special perks and discounts at nearby museums and family attractions, perfect for a day out with loved ones.
• SG60 Celebration Menu at Tablescape Restaurant – Embark on a limited-time culinary journey featuring exquisite local flavours, served in a beautiful neoclassical setting.
• Mid-Week SG60 Sale – Grab special room rates when you book every Wednesday and Thursday in August.

For full details on Grand Park City Hall’s SG60 offerings, visit here.

“Whether you’re looking to rediscover our vibrant city or simply celebrate our Diamond Jubilee with fresh eyes, guests are invited to experience SG60 from a hotel that truly embodies Singapore’s heritage, where history, culture, and contemporary hospitality beautifully converge.”

About Grand Park City Hall

Grand Park City Hall is the flagship luxury hotel of Park Hotel Group, nestled in the heart of Singapore’s Civic District within the Central Business District (CBD). Located within a three-minute walk from City Hall MRT, the 343-room hotel offers seamless access to Singapore’s major train lines and cultural landmarks. A blend of sleek design, Peranakan motifs and vintage touches evoke the richness of Singapore’s past, while thoughtful amenities and service reflect its forward-facing hospitality. Every stay is crafted to offer guests a deep sense of place and connection.

Find out more about Grand Park City Hall here

SINGAPORE, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Guardian, Singapore’s #1 trusted health and wellness retailer, today announced the launch of its new mobile application, bringing a more convenient and rewarding way for customers to shop their health, beauty and wellness essentials.

Designed to connect the in-store offline and online shopping experience, the Guardian app places the retailer’s comprehensive curation of health, beauty and wellness solutions right at customers’ fingertips. Customers can easily browse from thousands of health, beauty and wellness products from vitamins and supplements to skincare and beauty products all in one app. They can also get instant insights to product information and usage tips through the in-app product barcode scanner.

In addition, the app reinforces Guardian’s commitment to preventive health through its wide network of trusted pharmacists. Customers can locate the nearest Guardian store, check pharmacists’ availability and book pharmacy and healthcare services such as diabetes care, smoking cessation, flu vaccination and medical teleconsultation, for a more seamless and integrated health service.

Research shows that 84% in Singapore are using mobile apps and digital services in their daily lives. In response, the Guardian app is a timely and significant step toward expanding access to preventive care and holistic wellness, with more features to be added as customer needs evolve. The app empowers customers to take charge of their wellness goals, complementing Guardian’s existing digital website and its network of more than 120 stores across Singapore.

To make everyday shopping even more rewarding, Guardian has integrated yuu Rewards – Singapore’s #1 rewards programme – into the new app, allowing customers to earn points as they shop via the app. Enjoy free Click & Collect with a minimum spend of $20 at over 60 stores in as early as 2 days. The enhanced Click & Collect feature makes picking up everyday essentials quicker and more convenient than ever.

From 17 July, customers can look out for app-exclusive perks, including:  

• $1 Daily Deals (up to 99% off) with $40 minimum spend till 13 August 2025.
• Daily flash deals with at least 50% off till 13 August 2025.
• Complimentary sample with every in-app purchase, offering opportunities to discover and try new products till 13 August 2025.
• Birthday Rewards of $5 off voucher with $20 minimum spend during your birthday month.
• $8 Click & Collect voucher for new app users upon sign-up.
• Limited time voucher of $15 off with $100 spend till 30 September 2025.  

“The launch of the new mobile app is a key part of Guardian’s digital acceleration journey as we strive to be our customers’ trusted health and wellness advisor. A seamless omnichannel shopping experience empowers us to deliver greater convenience and care anytime, anywhere our customers need us. And this is just the beginning, more features and enhancements are on the way as we continue to innovate around our customers’ evolving health, beauty and wellness needs,” said Guardian Singapore Business Development & Omnichannel Director, Leong Chao Yang.

The Guardian mobile app is now available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

The key visuals for the app are available for download here. 

About Guardian

Guardian is Singapore’s No. 1 trusted health and wellness retailer, with the largest network of community pharmacists and over 120 stores island wide. Offering a curated range of 9,500 products across more than 850 international and local brands, Guardian is the trusted destination for health, beauty and everyday wellness of our modern customers. Through accessible health services, trusted and professional expertise, and everyday essentials, Guardian empowers customers to embrace wellness with confidence – anytime, anywhere. As a trusted advisor in preventive health and holistic wellness, Guardian is committed to supporting every individual on their personal well-being journey.

SINGAPORE, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tiger Brokers (Nasdaq: TIGR), a leading online brokerage firm with a focus on redefining global investing with technologies for the next generation, has been recognised by CNBC and  leading data analytics firm Statista as one of the World’s Top FinTech Companies 2025. The recognition highlights Tiger Brokers’ continued momentum and growing influence in driving innovation in global investing.

As one of the most transformative forces in the financial industry today, fintech continues to reshape global finance at unprecedented speed. The CNBC x Statista list evaluates companies based on their technological innovation, industry impact, and growth potential, across a range of key verticals in fintech.

The final list was compiled using a rigorous methodology, analyzing public data from over 3,000 fintech companies worldwide. Companies were assessed across multiple key performance indicators (KPIs), including revenue performance, user base growth, and fundraising history. Evaluations were conducted across seven core verticals including Payments, Alternative Financing, Wealth Technology, Digital Assets, Neobanking, Insurtech and Enterprise Fintech, identifying the most innovative and influential fintech leaders globally.

Tiger Brokers was named to the list under the Wealth Technology category, reaffirming its position as a pioneer in reshaping digital and global investing. With a strong focus on technology, seamless user experience, and a deep understanding of investor needs, Tiger continues to redefine how the next generation invests — smarter and easier.

“In today’s world, no company can go far without continuous technological innovation,” said Wu Tianhua, Founder and CEO of Tiger Brokers. “We’re honored to be recognized as one of the world’s top fintech companies. Since day one, Tiger has been on a mission to make investing better through technology. Looking ahead, we aim to lead the trend — driving innovation through technology and building trust through service — as we continue to create long-term value for both retail and institutional clients around the world.”

Tiger Brokers has achieved significant international milestones in recent years. After going public on Nasdaq in 2019, the company quickly accelerated its global expansion, launching operations in Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand. Today, Tiger Brokers serves over 10 million users globally, with client assets exceeding US$45 billion.

What sets Tiger Brokers apart from traditional brokers is its strong product capability and rapid iteration — core traits of tech-native brokerages. Its flagship platform, Tiger Trade, is powered by a robust infrastructure and enhanced by smart tools like TigerAI. It supports multi-market, multi-currency, and multi-asset trading, including US stocks, Hong Kong stocks, Singapore stocks, Australian stocks, options, futures, ETFs, and mutual funds, all from a single account with highly competitive fees.

Since its founding, Tiger Brokers has remained committed to technology and user-centricity. Its business has expanded beyond retail brokerage into wealth management, institutional services, investment banking, and corporate services, gradually building a comprehensive fintech service ecosystem.

In Q1 2025, Tiger Brokers reported revenue of US$122.6 million and a non-GAAP net income of US$36 million, up 145% year-over-year — both record highs. Total trading volume reached US$217.5 billion, with client assets hitting US$45.9 billion.

SHANGHAI, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ZEISS Group recently announced that Martin Fischer will officially take on the role of President and CEO of ZEISS Greater China, effective from October 1, 2025, reporting directly to Andreas Pecher, President and CEO of the ZEISS Group. Martin Fischer succeeds Maximilian Foerst, who joined the Executive Board of the ZEISS Group as the President and CEO of Carl Zeiss Meditec AG on June 1, 2025. ZEISS Greater China manages all business activities in China’s mainland, Hong Kong SAR, and Taiwan Region.

“ZEISS’s commitment to Greater China remains strong. China is ZEISS’s largest market and is an important cornerstone in its global footprint. I am very pleased that Martin Fischer has agreed to take on this important position,” says Andreas Pecher. “Martin is a very experienced leader, who is already quite familiar with ZEISS and our customers. This will ensure a smooth transition as we continue our Greater China strategy that started under Maximilian Foerst’s leadership.” 

Martin Fischer joined ZEISS in 2006 and has held positions at various business segments including Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (SMT), Industrial Quality Solutions (IQS), and Research Microscopy Solutions (RMS). Since 2022, he has been Global Head of Sales, Service & Marketing for RMS. In this position, he has expanded the commercial organization to include marketing and customer experience. He also set up and led various strategically important programs. These have enabled the RMS team to successfully sell agnostic software and enter the future growth markets of biotech & pharma as well as electronics/semiconductors. In addition, he has made important contributions to regional growth projects in the US and APAC, and to the strategic programs for the ZEISS Group.

“I am very honored to be appointed as President and CEO of ZEISS Greater China. Maximilian successfully led all the business segments in the region for the past 16 years, laying a solid foundation for future development,” said Martin Fischer. “I am excited to lead the Greater China team, which consists of a strong and efficient management team, along with thousands of dedicated and passionate employees. The strategic development of ZEISS Greater China is at the forefront of the Group, and I look forward to achieving more progress in innovation, localization, and all business segments in the future.”

About ZEISS Group

ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In the fiscal year 2023/24, the ZEISS Group generated annual revenue totaling nearly 11 billion euros in its four segments: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets (as of 30 September 2024). Currently, 15 percent of revenue is invested in science and R&D.

For its customers, ZEISS develops, produces and distributes highly innovative solutions for industrial metrology and quality assurance, microscopy solutions for life sciences and materials research, and medical technology solutions for diagnostics and treatment in ophthalmology and microsurgery. The name ZEISS is also synonymous with the world’s leading lithography optics, which are used by the chip industry to manufacture semiconductor components. There is global demand for trendsetting ZEISS brand products such as eyeglass lenses, camera lenses and binoculars.

With a portfolio aligned with future growth areas like digitalization, healthcare and smart production and a strong brand, ZEISS is shaping the future of technology and constantly advancing the world of optics and related fields with its solutions. The company’s significant, sustainable investments in research and development lay the foundation for the success and continued expansion of ZEISS’s technology and market leadership.

Today, around 46,500 employees work at the ZEISS Group globally in around 50 countries. The company is headquartered in Oberkochen (Germany). The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.

Further information available at www.zeiss.com

About ZEISS in Greater China

ZEISS’ history in Greater China dates to 1957. ZEISS is now represented in the Greater China market with all segments including Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industry Quality & Research, Medical Technology, and Consumer Markets. Since 2021, China has become ZEISS’s largest single market in the world, and one of the most innovative and fastest-growing markets. In the fiscal year 2023/24, ZEISS in Greater China generated annual revenue totaling 15.1 billion RMB, with a 12% increase compared to the prior year. Over 7,000 employees throughout the country with more than 60 sites of manufacturing factories, sales & service offices and R&D centers strongly support our customers in the region, and guarantee every related business internationally.

The headquarters of ZEISS Greater China is located in Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone. It is home to a wide range of activities: China Sales & Service headquarters, competence and training centers, manufacturing facility for the ZEISS Industrial Metrology business group and Shanghai Innovation and R&D Center, ZEISS Group’s first corporate innovation and R&D center outside of Germany. ZEISS regional headquarters and the Innovation and R&D Center in Shanghai, together with the Suzhou R&D and Manufacturing Site and Guangzhou Knowledge Manufacturing Base are creating a closed-loop industrial chain that includes medical devices, high-end manufacturing and R&D equipment, and optical lenses. ZEISS is committed to supporting domestic R&D and works closely with Chinese partners to ensure the high-quality and sustainable development of China’s cutting-edge industries.

Further information available at www.zeiss.com.cn

Florence Tan and Lynette Long bring strategic, fundraising, and public engagement expertise to accelerate OceanX’s presence and impact in the region

SINGAPORE, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ocean exploration nonprofit OceanX has strengthened its leadership presence in Singapore with the appointments of Florence Tan as Director of Partnerships, APAC, and Lynette Long as Director of Public Programming under OceanX Education. These key hires expand the organization’s footprint in Asia and strengthen its capacity to build impactful partnerships and deliver high-impact public experiences that connect communities to the ocean.

“At OceanX, our work relies on cross-sector collaboration and engaging communities worldwide in the mission to understand and protect the ocean,” said Mark Dalio, founder and co-CEO of OceanX. “Florence and Lynette each bring decades of experience, deep regional insight, and proven results in building relationships and delivering innovative programming. They are mission-aligned leaders who will help scale our presence and partnerships across Asia and beyond.”

Florence Tan joins OceanX after nearly two decades in philanthropy and advancement, most recently as Deputy Director at Singapore Management University, where she led regional fundraising and engagement efforts. She managed a philanthropic portfolio, working with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, family offices, and government partners to fund student and social impact programs. Her leadership in cross-border engagement, stewardship, and giving circles consistently delivered multi-million-dollar results annually.

“I have always been driven by a desire to build meaningful partnerships that create long-term impact,” said Tan. “OceanX’s ability to bridge science, education and media creates a powerful platform for regional collaboration. I’m proud to help grow its footprint in Asia.”

Prior to SMU, Tan held leadership roles at the Kidney Dialysis Foundation and Singapore Children’s Society. She holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Bradford and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the National University of Singapore.

Lynette Long brings more than 20 years of experience in creative project development, stakeholder engagement, and large-scale immersive experiences. As General Manager and Executive Producer at NEON Global, Long oversaw global touring exhibitions including Jurassic World: The Exhibition and Avatar: The Experience. She has led teams across Singapore, the US, and China, managing multimillion-dollar creative productions from concept to execution while working with brand partners like Universal, Marvel, and Disney.

“There’s a huge opportunity to shift how people engage with ocean conservation,” said Long. “OceanX is well positioned to lead that movement, and I look forward to bringing the ocean to life for communities around the world through OceanX Education.”

Long has also held senior communications roles with the Supreme Court of Singapore, National University of Singapore Faculty of Law, and the Esplanade. She holds a Master of Science in Marketing and a Bachelor of Science in Economics, both from the National University of Singapore.

Tan and Long will help steer OceanX’s strategic expansion in Asia as the organization enters a new phase of public engagement, global missions, and cross-sector collaboration. Their collective expertise in stakeholder engagement, philanthropy, creative production, and regional partnerships will play a vital role in amplifying OceanX’s mission and reach.

For more information about OceanX’s ongoing work, please visit the OceanX website. For media inquiries regarding OceanX, please contact Karuna Tuli at karuna.tuli@oceanx.org.

About OceanX

OceanX is a nonprofit working to unlock the ocean’s sustainable potential. Through a dual focus on science and education, we’re building a new paradigm where humanity and the ocean mutually thrive. Our approach is fueled by exploration, leveraging advanced research, multimedia educational programs, cross-sector partnerships, and advanced technology to help transform how people understand and value the ocean. Our work strives to fortify biodiversity and increase the sustainable use of ocean resources to help ensure the ocean remains a foundation for human wellbeing and potential. OceanX is a nonprofit operating program of Dalio Philanthropies. For more information, visit www.oceanx.org and follow OceanX on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, LinkedIn, and  YouTube.

HONG KONG, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Though small, Taiwan is home to diverse natural landscapes – from lush mountain forests to alpine lakes and tropical beaches – ideal for rejuvenation and relaxation. In this episode of CNN’s Next Stop, Senior International Correspondent Will Ripley uncovers the different aspects of the island that make it a prime destination for health and wellness.

A testament to its resiliency, despite a decline in tourist numbers in recent years, Taiwan is steadily emerging as a destination for wellness experiences that nurture both mind and body, driven by the efforts of individuals, initiatives, and businesses committed to showcasing the island’s unique beauty.

For more than a decade, Taiwan has invested hundreds of millions of New Taiwan dollars in its cycling infrastructure – including a route that stretches nearly 1,000 kilometers around the entire island. The popularity of Taiwan’s cycling scene is said to originate from its homegrown brand, Giant – the world’s largest bicycle manufacturer. But beyond manufacturing, the brand is also capitalizing on cycling tourism, offering dozens of different cycling tours across the island. CNN visits the picturesque Sun Moon Lake with Amos Lin, Giant’s senior product marketing planner, to understand more about the rise of cycling tourism in Taiwan.

For the tastebuds, Taiwan is known around the world for bubble tea – the popular, trendy beverage of tea paired with milk and tapioca pearls. However, Taiwan’s history of growing, producing and exporting tea goes back more than 150 years. Lionel Lin, a third-generation farmer who runs “Teascent Valley” that grows, produces, and distributes its own brand of tea, explains how Taiwan is renowned for its oolong tea, with the Alishan high mountain variant one of the most famous. In a bid to gain access to international markets, Lionel is leveraging social media to share this staple of traditional Taiwanese culture with people across the globe.

And with Taiwan emerging as a destination for health and wellness tourism, one firm is seeking to offer these experiences with greater convenience. KKday, a Taiwanese travel e-commerce company that connects people with experiences across the world, allows customers to book dining, accommodations, special tours and more, directly from their website or app. Looking to the future, co-founder and COO, Weichun Liu, emphasizes the need to invest in advanced technology to remain relevant amidst growing competition in the industry.

Next Stop (Taiwan) trailer: http://bit.ly/44LuRGO
Next Stop (Taiwan) images: https://bit.ly/4kFDN6G  

Airtimes for 30-minute special:
Saturday, 19^th July at 12:30pm HKT
Sunday, 20^th July at 6pm HKT
Monday, 21^st July at 1:30am HKT

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