HONG KONG, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — How did one relatively small country in East Asia develop such a massive influence on the rest of the world, from California to Singapore and everywhere in between? CNN Original Series K-Everything travels to South Korea to answer that question. Across four compelling episodes, K-Everything will trace the roots of Korean culture with some of the biggest names in the country’s creative scene.  

Host and executive producer, Daniel Dae Kim, goes from Seoul to Pyeongchang and beyond, on a journey of cultural exploration. Follow along as Kim uncovers the country’s complicated history through travel and entertainment to find out what’s driving this global phenomenon.  

“It’s both a personal and professional thrill to be able to showcase Korea through our series, K-Everything,” said Kim. “There’s never been more interest in its people and culture, so it feels like the perfect time to explore the dynamics of its success. Whether you’re already a K-expert, or a newbie, we hope you’ll be able to gain a unique and fresh perspective on a place that means so much to me.”

In the premiere episode, Kim explores what’s behind the unprecedented rise of K-pop on the international stage. The Korean pop industry has produced some of the most successful music acts ever. Behind the catchy tunes and slick choreography, there’s a fine-tuned formula for creating hits and harnessing the power of fans. Kim meets some of K-pop’s biggest artists including Psy, Taeyang, JEON SOMI, AllDay Project and MEOVV, and examines the superfan phenomenon driving this industry.  

In one generation, South Korea’s film and TV industry has gone from censorship to winning Oscars and breaking streaming records. In episode two, Kim looks at this period of rapid change, and how it is driving a new wave of storytelling. Through conversations with some of the country’s most celebrated creators including leading actor Lee Byung-hun, director Yeon Sang-ho, screenwriter Kim Eun-sook, and entertainment industry pioneer Miky Lee, Kim finds out why themes that preoccupy Korean creatives are resonating with audiences worldwide.   

Korean barbecue might have put K-food on the map, but it’s only one aspect of the country’s richly diverse cuisine. In episode three, Kim explores the meteoric rise of Korean cuisine, through conversations with legendary chefs and restauranteurs like Corey Lee, Mingoo Kang, and Cho Hee-sook, in a story that is not just about what to eat and how to make it, but about nostalgia, pride, innovation, and determination.   

South Korea is widely regarded as the cosmetics capital of the world, with legions of fans aspiring to look like their flawless K-celebrity idols. In the final episode of K-Everything, Kim digs beneath the surface to learn why the desire to focus on appearance is deeply ingrained in Korean society, driven by rapid modernization and political shifts. He’s joined by top model Irene Kim, and leading beauty influencer, LeoJ, to find out what K-beauty means for men and women in Korea. 

K-Everything continues the legacy of CNN Original Series’ host-led storytelling that examines global culture and the human experience, joining an award-winning library of premium programming streaming on the CNN app. 

The CNN Original Series is sponsored by one of South Korea’s largest companies, Hyundai Motor Company, a global brand deeply rooted in Korean heritage whose growth has mirrored the country’s own journey of innovation and progress. 

K-Everything premieres Saturday, May 9 at 8am ET and replays at 8pm ET and on Sunday, May 10 at 11am ET and 3pm ET on CNN International. The 4-episode series will stream live for CNN International pay TV subscribers via CNN.com, CNN connected TV and mobile apps weekly. It will be available on demand beginning Saturday, May 9 to CNN’s streaming subscribers in the US via CNN.com and CNN connected TV and mobile apps. The series will also be available to stream on HBO Max, where available.

Kim is repped by UTA, Linden Entertainment, Narrative PR and Gang Tyre. 

K-Everything trailer: https://youtu.be/tejmMouplGQ
K-Everything images: https://bit.ly/3OHefMN
K-Everything microsite: http://edition.cnn.com/world/k-everything

About CNN Originals 
The CNN Originals group develops, produces and acquires original, long-form unscripted programming for CNN Worldwide. Amy Entelis, executive vice president of talent, CNN Originals and creative development, oversees the award-winning CNN Originals portfolio that includes the following premium content brands: CNN Original Series, CNN Films, CNN Presents, and the newly formed CNN Studios, an internal production studio which creates long-form programming for CNN’s global platforms. Since 2012, the team has overseen and executive produced more than 45 multi-part documentary series and 60 feature-length documentary films, earning more than 110 awards and 445 nominations for the cable network, including CNN Films’ first Academy Award® for Navalny. Acclaimed titles include the Peabody Award winning and 13-time Emmy® Award-winning Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown; five time Emmy® nominee, Apollo 11, directed by Todd Douglas Miller; Emmy® nominated Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico; the Emmy® Award-nominated “Decades Series”: The Sixties, The Seventies, The Eighties, The Nineties, The 2000s, and The 2010s, executive produced by Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman; The Last Movie Stars, directed by Ethan Hawke about the lives and careers of actors and humanitarians Joanne Woodward and Paul Newman; Grammy® Award nominee Little Richard: I Am Everything, directed by Lisa Cortés; The Many Lives of Martha Stewart; This is Life with Lisa Ling; Primetime Emmy® and duPont-Columbia Award-winning, RBG, directed by Betsy West and Julie Cohen; See It Loud: The History of Black Television, executive produced by LeBron James and Maverick Carter; Space Shuttle Columbia: The Final Flight in partnership with the BBC; the Producers Guild Award and three-time Emmy® Award-winning Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy; BAFTA nominee and Directors Guild Award winner, Three Identical Strangers, directed by Tim Wardle; and the five-time Emmy® Award-winning United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell; and the five-time Emmy® Award-winning The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper. CNN Originals can be seen on CNN, to stream via a CNN All Access subscription, on the CNN Original Hub on HBO Max and discovery+, on the CNN Originals FAST channel, and with a pay TV subscription via CNN.com, CNN apps and cable operator platforms.  

About CNN International  
CNN’s portfolio of news and information services is available in seven different languages across all major TV, digital and mobile platforms, reaching more than 379 million households around the globe. CNN International is the number one international TV news channel according to all major media surveys across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, the Asia Pacific region, and Latin America and has a US presence that includes CNNgo. CNN Digital is a leading network for online news, mobile news and social media. CNN is at the forefront of digital innovation and continues to invest heavily in expanding its digital global footprint, with a suite of award-winning digital properties and a range of strategic content partnerships, commercialised through a strong data-driven understanding of audience behaviours. CNN has won multiple prestigious awards around the world for its journalism. Around 1,000 hours of long-form series, documentaries and specials are produced every year by CNNI’s non-news programming division. CNN has 36 editorial offices and more than 1,100 affiliates worldwide through CNN Newsource. CNN International is a Warner Bros. Discovery company.

Groundbreaking report highlights kittenhood as a critical one-year developmental window, showcasing new research on gut health, proactive veterinary care and shelter support.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As a global leader in science-led nutrition, Hill’s Pet Nutrition (Hill’s), is continuing to set a new standard for feline health with the release of its first ‘World of the Kitten Report.” Building upon Hill’s ‘World of the Cat Report,’ this report is a comprehensive, evidence-based guide that delivers expert insights into optimal kitten growth, nutrition, socialization, and veterinary care, ensuring healthier, happier feline companions across the globe.

2026 Hill’s Pet Nutrition World of the Kitten Report

Authored by Hill’s feline specialist Lisa Restine, DVM, DABVP (Feline), and supported with content by International Cat Care (iCatCare) and the Hill’s Cat Advisory Team (C.A.T.) a global collective of feline specialists, behaviorists and nutritionists, this pivotal report clearly identifies the best practices in kitten care, offering invaluable information for pet parents, veterinary professionals, caregivers, and animal welfare organizations dedicated to laying a foundation for lifelong health for young felines worldwide.

“This report shifts the focus from reactive treatment to a proactive, evidence-based foundation,” said Restine. “By understanding the unique nutritional and biological needs of the first year, we can fundamentally transform feline health outcomes.”

By designating these full twelve months as a critical pediatric period, Hill’s encourages a shift in focus beyond initial vaccinations to ensure kittens’ unique physical and emotional developmental needs are met, aligning to with the iCatCare, American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA) guidelines.

Other Key Report Highlights:

• Key Nutritional Standards: The report underscores that feline pediatric nutrition is a sophisticated science, requiring a precise balance of protein and fat, essential fatty acids such as DHA, and optimized mineral ratios to serve as the foundational building blocks for a kitten’s rapid first-year development.
• Microbiome Innovation: The report showcases the impact of Hill’s ActivBiome+ technology, a prebiotic blend that supports a healthy gut environment essential for a kitten’s developing immune system.
• Updated Care Standards: To improve lifelong immunity, the report aligns with global experts in recommending a 26-week (six-month) vaccination booster to replace the traditional one-year booster.
• The “Fix by Five” Initiative: The report shares that spaying or neutering kittens by five months reduces mammary cancer risk by 91% and helps combat shelter overpopulation.
• Shelter Impact: Addressing the challenges of “Kitten Season,” the report notes that robust foster programs can achieve neonatal save rates as high as 95%.

The full “World of the Kitten Report 2026” is available at hillsvet.com/felinehealth. Veterinary professionals can access related RACE-approved feline training at the Hill’s Veterinary Academy.

About Hill’s Pet Nutrition
Founded more than 75 years ago, Hill’s Pet Nutrition has been committed to providing pets with the best nutrition through extensive research and a scientific understanding of their specific needs. Their team of 220+ veterinarians, PhD nutritionists, and food scientists constantly strive to develop innovative solutions for pet health. Hill’s offers a full line of products, including their Prescription Diet therapeutic nutrition and Science Diet wellness products, which are available at veterinary clinics and pet specialty retailers worldwide. For more information about their products and nutritional philosophy, please visit HillsPet.com.

Melissa Chesnut
Global Corporate Communications Director
mediacontact@hillpset.com

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Delta Electronics, a global leader in power management and smart green solutions, attends SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026 to present its cutting-edge smart manufacturing solutions with AI playing a central role in enabling smarter, more connected, advanced semiconductor packaging production featuring greater speed, precision, and scalability.

Eng Yong Ch’ng, Country Manager, Delta Electronics Malaysia, said, “For manufacturers, the adoption of advanced semiconductor packaging is accelerating, and so is the pressure to ramp up faster, optimize costs, and scale reliably. At SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026, Delta is demonstrating how a seamlessly integrated, connected, AI-enabled systems approach can help semiconductor manufacturers move beyond isolated performance improvements to achieve greater efficiency and consistency across their entire production lines.”

Delta’s showcase will focus on three key areas including precision motion, AI-enabled smart equipment, and energy-efficient infrastructure.

Precision Motion

As semiconductor components continue to shrink, achieving consistent, high-speed precision is critical. Delta will demonstrate motion solutions designed to meet these stringent requirements.

The Multi-Axis Servo System (ASDA-W3) features a compact design with synchronized, high-speed multi-directional movement, supporting the precision and repeatability required in advanced assembly processes. On the other hand, the Linear Positioning Link (LPL), developed specifically for semiconductor applications, delivers sub-micron positioning accuracy to enable greater control and stability beyond what conventional motor systems can achieve.

Delta will also present its FuzionSC semiconductor placement platform engineered to meet the demand of advanced packaging. This is the most versatile platform in terms of part feeding, highest accuracy across the largest board/panel dimension in the industry at 30,000CPH. Paired with a High-Speed Wafer Feeder, the platform enables advanced multi-die placement with greater flexibility and efficiency. It supports different wafer types and sizes, including flip chip and direct die attach with integrated wafer expansion.

The FuzionSC UHA head, launching in Q3 2026, will further improve precision and throughput, enabling the platform to support advanced semiconductor applications such as AI and photonics. Manufacturers using Universal Instruments’ packaging technology together with Delta’s automation solutions have reported efficiency gains of 20 to 25 percent, with deployments across industries including AI, automotive, medical, and industrial sectors.

Smart Equipment

Beyond precision, improving how quickly and efficiently systems are deployed has become a key priority for semiconductor manufacturers.

Delta’s Equipment Onboarding Suite is an integrated automation platform spanning the full equipment lifecycle, from virtual design to production and OT security. It comprises four core solutions: DIATwin for simulation and virtual commissioning to reduce downtime and improve throughput; DIAEAP+ for multi-protocol connectivity, low-code development, and AI-driven analytics; DIASECS to streamline SECS/GEM compliance while cutting development effort; and DAA (Delta Application Allowlisting), a cybersecurity solution that protects legacy and modern equipment with proven ransomware defense and SEMI E187 support.

AI-Enabled Solution 

Delta’s AI Vision Solution for Smart Manufacturing (ACME), showcased for the first time at SEMICON Malaysia, is an AI-powered system that monitors manual assembly processes in real time to detect errors, ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), and provide immediate feedback for correction. Using deep learning-driven video analytics, the solution identifies incorrect actions, missing or wrong components, and deviations in workflow as they happen, enabling operators to correct issues on the spot. By turning manual operations into measurable, data-driven processes, ACME helps manufacturers reduce defects and rework, strengthen traceability, and improve overall productivity and quality.

“The industry is shifting from focusing on individual machine performance to how entire systems perform,” said Jason Yuan, President, Southeast Asia and Australia & New Zealand, Delta Electronics. “In this environment, standalone machines are no longer enough. Equipment needs to be connected, able to communicate in real time, and capable of self-diagnosing issues before they affect operations. What matters now is how quickly systems can be deployed, how reliably they run, and how efficiently resources are used. This is where Delta’s integrated approach delivers real value across the production line.”

As semiconductor manufacturing scales, energy consumption and sustainability have become critical considerations. Delta’s solutions are designed to help manufacturers improve operational efficiency while reducing energy usage, supporting both performance and environmental goals.

ABOUT DELTA ELECTRONICS INT’L (Singapore)

The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Electronics, Inc.

ABOUT DELTA

Delta, founded in 1971, and listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (code:2308), is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of IoT-based smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data center infrastructure, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage and display, to nurture the development of smart manufacturing and sustainable cities. As a world-class corporate citizen guided by its mission statement, “To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow,” Delta leverages its core competence in high-efficiency power electronics and its ESG-embedded business model to address key environmental issues, such as climate change. Delta serves customers through its sales offices, R&D centers and manufacturing facilities spread over close to 200 locations across 5 continents.

Throughout its history, Delta has received various global awards and recognition for its business achievements, innovative technologies and dedication to ESG. Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index (formerly the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices) for 14 consecutive years. Delta has also won CDP with double A List for 4 times for its substantial contribution to climate change and water security issues and has been named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain for 8 consecutive years.

For detailed information about Delta, please visit: www.deltaww.com

GUANGZHOU, China, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From surgical robotics to compact massage furniture blending into modern interiors, and eco‑friendly personal‑care products leading a greener shift, a wave of innovation defined by high technology, lightweight design, and sustainability is reshaping the Health & Recreation category at the 139th Canton Fair.

Standing out from the displayed medical equipment, the new orthopedic and endoscopic surgical robots offer greater dexterity and precision, while a mobile capsule endoscopy system enables a painless 20‑minute stomach exam. Its cloud platform supports large‑scale, efficient gastrointestinal screening.

AI is also transforming medical training and diagnostics. Intelligent CPR evaluation systems now automate performance assessment, improving emergency‑response education, while high‑resolution virtual anatomy platforms offer realistic, data‑driven simulation environments. These innovations collectively lower the cost of precision care and expand access to advanced screening tools.

Traditional massage equipment is undergoing a notable shift toward lighter, more aesthetic designs. New “light‑massage” models reduce bulk by nearly a third while integrating entertainment features, wireless charging, and voice interaction. Blow‑molded structures and air‑pressure modules create softer, wave‑like sensations, allowing wellness devices to blend seamlessly into minimalist home spaces.

In maternal care and daily health monitoring, smart wireless thermometers equipped with medical‑grade sensors and cloud‑based apps provide continuous, 24‑hour temperature tracking, addressing the needs of new parents seeking real‑time reassurance.

Eco‑friendly materials and multifunctional design dominate the personal‑care and outdoor‑leisure products. New adhesive‑free cosmetic brush sets use mechanical fastening and biodegradable fibers, reducing environmental impact and storage volume. Natural plant‑fiber bath tools feature modular handles and dual‑mode usability, highlighting sustainable craftsmanship. Electric surf‑assist boards designed for both surface gliding and underwater propulsion, and multi‑sport bags engineered with lightweight waterproof materials and protective hard‑shell structures have also become highlights of the category.

The 139th Canton Fair shows how the boundaries of the Health & Recreation sector are rapidly expanding. Chinese manufacturers are now actively shaping the future of global well‑being.

For pre-registration, please click: https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16

Shares new insights on how evolving Chinese traveller behaviour is reshaping destination strategy across Asia.

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HONG KONG, SINGAPORE and BANGKOK, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EternityX, a leading MarTech platform connecting global brands with Chinese consumers, took the stage at Skift Asia Forum 2026 in Bangkok Thailand, to share new perspectives on what “future-ready tourism” means in today’s rapidly evolving travel landscape.

Across its sessions, EternityX explored how structural shifts in Chinese traveller behaviour — driven by intent, platform ecosystems, and artificial intelligence — are fundamentally redefining how destinations and brands engage across Asia.

A Structural Shift Beneath the Noise:
Opening session on stage, Charlene Ree, CEO and Founder of EternityX addressed a key industry question: “China’s Outbound Traveler Has Changed — Has Your Marketing Caught Up?” … setting the tone for a broader discussion on how shifts in traveller intent, platform ecosystems, and AI-driven discovery are redefining how destinations and brands engage the Chinese outbound market.

Charlene highlighted that what the industry is experiencing is not a slowdown, but a structural shift, with travellers becoming more intentional, more value-driven, and increasingly influenced by digital platforms and AI before a brand even enters the consideration set.

From Insight to Application: What Future-Ready Tourism Requires:
Building on these insights, Charlene Ree, CEO and Founder of EternityX, alongside EternityX Global executives, led a breakout session exploring what it means to be “future-ready” in the context of evolving travel behaviour.

The session zeroed in on a challenge common across the region, using Thailand as a live case. Jean Kniss Loh, Chief Marketing Officer, Global, drew a critical distinction: how to rebuild traveller confidence and emotional relevance in a landscape shaped by ad fatigue and heightened safety sensitivity.

Increasingly, declining engagement is misread as declining interest — when audiences have simply stopped responding to repetitive messaging.

The implication is critical: the challenge is no longer awareness, but how to reignite emotional desire and rebuild trust.

Chalida Raksanaves, Business Development Director, Thailand, shared a live market example demonstrating how an integrated ecosystem approach across platform-native digital can shape traveller sentiment, not just scale. By combining always-on social amplification with experience-led content, campaigns move beyond visibility to influence how destinations are perceived and discussed.

Remy Wong, Head of Business Success, then broadened the lens across Asia — highlighting how leading destinations are shifting toward platform-first storytelling, hyper-personalisation, and experience-led positioning. Using Mandai Wildlife Group as an example, Remy showed how “nature healing” positioning drove stronger emotional relevance than traditional destination messaging — and cautioned against the three most common pitfalls: mega influencer overuse, non-native content, and missing social and AI search.

The discussion ultimately reinforced a structural shift for destination marketing: growth is no longer driven by campaign bursts alone, but by consistent, cross-platform presence aligned to emotional intent. In a landscape where travellers often decide what they want to feel before they search, the competitive advantage lies in who is continuously shaping that decision-making journey.

Three Shifts Defining the Future of Travel:
Across both discussions, three key themes emerged.

1. The Traveller Has Evolved – Chinese travellers are not travelling less — they are travelling more intentionally, with a stronger focus on meaning, safety, and personal relevance.
2. The Decision Journey Has Changed – AI and platform ecosystems are reshaping how travel decisions are made, collapsing the journey and shifting influence earlier than ever before.
3. The Industry Model Must Adapt – Traditional approaches built on reach, demographics, and campaign bursts are no longer sufficient. Future-ready strategies require always-on, intent-driven engagement across digital ecosystems.

According to Charlene, “There’s a lot of noise in the market right now, but underneath it, there’s a structural shift. Chinese travellers haven’t slowed down, they’ve evolved. The future of travel will be shaped by intent, AI, and platform ecosystems — and the brands that win won’t be the loudest, but the most relevant in the moments that matter to Chinese travellers and audiences.”

A Defining Growth Segment in a Changing Landscape:
Across discussions throughout the event and in conversations beyond the stage — one theme was consistent: Chinese travellers and audiences remain a defining force in shaping travel demand across Asia, despite ongoing global complexity.

As highlighted by EternityX, this is not a story of recovery, but of structural evolution. Today’s traveller is more intentional, digitally driven, and influenced by platform ecosystems and AI at every stage of the journey — fundamentally reshaping how destinations are discovered, evaluated, and chosen.

This was further underscored through a case shared by EternityX with Mandai Wildlife Group in Singapore, demonstrating how interest-led, platform-native strategies can more effectively engage Chinese audiences in-market.

Singapore, in turn, continues to illustrate how destinations can bridge regional demand with Chinese digital ecosystems in meaningful ways.

Together, these insights reinforce a critical shift for the industry: Chinese travellers are no longer just a source of demand, but a growth-defining segment — one that requires an always-on, ecosystem-driven approach aligned with how decisions are made today.

Looking Ahead:
For those interested in exploring these shifts in greater depth — including emerging traveller segments, platform behaviours, and strategic implications for brands — the Powering 2026 report is available for download through the EternityX here.

About EternityX Marketing Technology

EternityX Marketing Technology equips brands and businesses to master the realm of Chinese audiences through the Power of Three – PilotX, NaviX, and MediaX. These cutting-edge, AI‑driven solutions provide data‑driven insights and precise targeting that help brands connect with profitable audiences in key markets and beyond, powering cross‑border marketing campaigns for over 500 brands. By leveraging an AI‑driven MarTech platform, omnichannel media reach, and strategic consultancy services, EternityX acts as a bridge between East and West, enabling brands to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. Learn more: https://www.eternityx.com