Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called for reforms in the country’s education system as the new school year commenced on 2 September. In his address, the Prime Minister emphasized the need for improved standards and greater accountability across the sector.
Monsoon wind power project in Laos (photo credit: The Next Media)
The 600 MW Monsoon wind power project in Laos is set to start trial operations in late December, two months earlier than the initially planned February 2025 launch. The updated timeline was announced during a project review meeting with Vietnam Electricity (EVN) on 28 August.
SINGAPORE – Media Outreach Newswire – 3 September 2024 – Elyon Family Clinic & Surgery, a prominent male health clinic in Singapore, is proud to announce the addition of cryosurgery to its comprehensive range of medical services. This cutting-edge treatment targets a variety of skin conditions, including warts, keloid scars, and superficial basal cell carcinomas. By incorporating cryosurgery, the clinic continues to uphold its commitment to providing advanced, minimally invasive solutions that cater to the diverse needs of its patients.
Cryosurgery, also known as cryotherapy, is a versatile treatment method that utilises extreme cold, primarily liquid nitrogen at temperatures around -196°C (-321°F), to destroy abnormal or diseased tissue. This procedure is particularly effective for conditions such as actinic keratosis, seborrheic keratosis, skin tags, solar lentigines (age spots), and molluscum contagiosum. During the treatment, liquid nitrogen is applied to the affected area using a cotton swab, spray device, or cryoprobe. The tissue is rapidly frozen, leading to cell membrane disruption and cell death. After freezing, the area thaws naturally, and the process may be repeated depending on the depth and size of the lesion. Healing occurs as the dead tissue sloughs off, allowing new, healthy skin to grow.
Elyon Family Clinic & Surgery is already well-regarded as a leading STD clinic in Singapore, offering a range of services, including STD testingand HIV testing. The addition of cryosurgery to its offerings further broadens the clinic’s capabilities, allowing it to address not only sexual health but also several dermatological issues. This service is expected to attract a wide range of patients, particularly those seeking a quick, effective, and minimally invasive solution for their skin concerns. Cryosurgery will be particularly beneficial for patients with conditions like warts and verrucas caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), keloid scars, and actinic keratosis, a precancerous skin condition caused by prolonged sun exposure.
The introduction of cryosurgery is anticipated to significantly boost the clinic’s patient volume, particularly among individuals seeking dermatological care in a trusted environment. To accommodate this expected increase in demand, Elyon Family Clinic & Surgery plans to offer cryosurgery appointments on a first-come, first-serve basis, with additional time slots to be made available as necessary. The service will initially focus on patients with relevant skin conditions who desire a minimally invasive, quick solution, ensuring that each patient receives personalised care from skilled medical practitioners.
As a leading HIV clinic in Singapore, Elyon Family Clinic & Surgery has a long-standing history of providing exceptional healthcare services, with a focus on innovation and patient-centred care. The clinic’s expansion into cryosurgery demonstrates its ongoing dedication to enhancing its service offerings and addressing the evolving needs of its clients. Moving forward, Elyon Family Clinic & Surgery plans to continue expanding its cryosurgery services, ensuring they are readily available to more patients, and further solidifying its position as a leader in the healthcare industry.
For more information on Elyon Family Clinic & Surgery and their range of products, please visit https://elyonclinic.com.sg/. Hashtag: #ElyonClinic
In partnership with KPN Corp, the Academy will offer programmes with cross-cultural industry experiences to empower students and executives for success in the global business arena.
JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media Outreach Newswire – 3 September 2024– The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) and KPN Corp today launched the SUSS Success Academy in Jakarta, creating new learning experiences and real-world training opportunities for students in Singapore and Indonesia.
The occasion was marked by an opening ceremony at The Westin Jakarta and attended by over 80 guests from both countries, including representatives from institutions of higher learning, as well as industry and community partners. The ceremony was presided by Deputy Chief of Mission & Minister-Counsellor, Mr. Terrence Teo, Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Jakarta, and Mdm Halimah Yacob, Chancellor of SUSS and former President of the Republic of Singapore, in her first official trip for the University since taking on the role in October 2023.
Grounded in SUSS’ commitment to lifelong learning and creating social impact, the Academy will serve as a key nexus for academic and industry partners from both countries. KPN Corp will bring its expansive networks and experiences to support and enhance the Academy’s offerings.
Building on this partnership, the Academy will feature two distinct tracks – Personal Success and Professional Success – through which SUSS will offer opportunities for students from SUSS and other Singapore pre-tertiary and tertiary institutions to co-learn and co-innovate with students from Indonesia. This will include participation in programmes such as interdisciplinary global learning courses and student exchanges. Additionally, SUSS students will have the opportunity to gain professional experience in the region through work attachments and internships.
Key initiatives include:
Experiential Early Childhood Centre: In partnership with the Singapore Experiential Education Academy (SEEd Academy) supported by KPN Corp, SUSS serves as a key knowledge partner in delivering high-quality preschool education based on Singapore’s standards and pedagogy. Undergraduate students from SUSS’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) programme have undertaken internships with SEEd Academy, contributing to the design of curriculum frameworks and content.
Impact Start-Up Challenge (ISC) and Venture Builder (VB): The ISC is a credit-bearing course that provides a platform for students from both countries to experience the startup ecosystem, collaborate to generate ideas, and test and pivot their proposals in real-world settings. The 12-week VB programme allows budding entrepreneurs to validate their business ideas in both Singapore and international markets. Since 2022, about 70 SUSS and Indonesian students have participated in the ISC and VB programmes conducted in collaboration with various Indonesian institutions.
The Academy will also support SUSS in co-designing and co-delivering interdisciplinary and experiential global learning and service-learning programmes with institutions, focusing particularly on cultural heritage, sustainability and food security. This will build on efforts over the past four years, during which SUSS has partnered with the University Airlangga, University of Indonesia, Gadjah Mada University, Bandung Institute of Technology, Universitas Maritim Raja Ali Haj, Petra Christian University, ITS Surabaya and IPB University.
Beyond its student focus, the Academy will leverage SUSS’ expertise in adult and workplace learning to create professional training and development solutions for industry partners, organisations, and institutions.
Professor Tan Tai Yong, President of SUSS, said, “SUSS is committed to providing transformative student experiences, and our expansion into Indonesia, in partnership with KPN Corp, is a pivotal step in this journey. The launch of the Success Academy in Indonesia reflects our dedication to offering students valuable real-world insights and global exposure beyond the Singapore landscape. I extend our sincere gratitude to KPN Corp for their valued partnership, which has empowered us to build a strong network of alliances and expand our educational reach to learners and organisations across Indonesia.”
Ms. Jocelin Sitorus, CEO of KPN Property, said, “We are excited to support and collaborate with SUSS as we have in our past projects. Education is key in shaping the future of young talents, providing students from both countries and the region opportunities to learn and innovate together.”
The launch of the Success Academy in Indonesia is the latest in a series of academy openings as SUSS continues to expand its educational footprint across Asia. Last year, SUSS established three Academies in Ho Chi Minh City, Beijing, and Shenzhen. Just last month, SUSS launched two other academies in Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. In the next two months, the University will inaugurate two more academies in Manila and Mumbai, bringing the total to eight regional academies.
The showpieces have been delivered using DHL Express’s GoGreen Plus service to reduce CO2e emissions via sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
DHL Express supports Hong Kong’s fashion scene by delivering the creations of world-renowned Hong Kong-born designer Robert Wun to international audiences.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2024 – DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, today announced that it has once again been appointed by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) as the logistics partner for this year’s CENTRESTAGE opening gala show, CENTRESTAGE ELITES.
DHL was first named as the event’s official logistics partner in 2016. This year, it has been tasked to handle the showpieces of Robert Wun – a renowned, Hong Kong-born designer who is the first local designer to showcase his creations at Paris Haute Couture Week. Now based in London, Wun’s pieces have been delivered from London to Hong Kong using DHL’s GoGreen Plus service, which integrates sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to achieve a significant reduction in CO2e emissions during transport.
With GoGreen Plus, DHL Express implements decarbonization levers in the DHL network and allocates these CO2e emissions reductions to customer shipments. For this specific delivery, the CO2e emissions in the shipping journey will be reduced by 50% via the use of SAF and a third-party auditor will verify the reductions.
“DHL Express is honored to support the HKTDC as the official logistics partner for this year’s CENTRESTAGE ELITES. As we advocate for the development of Hong Kong’s fashion industry, we look forward to delivering the fashion and art pieces featured at the event sustainably via our GoGreen Plus service,” said Andy Chiang, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of DHL Express Hong Kong and Macau.
“Once again, the HKTDC will be showcasing an extraordinary and vibrant fashion scene through the annual CENTRESTAGE ELITES. As we feature showpieces from all over the globe, particularly from renowned Hong Kong-born designer Robert Wun, we are glad to be working with our trusted logistics partner DHL Express, who has supported us in this fabulous endeavor since 2016,” Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC said.
This year’s grand opening show, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, will take place at the Hong Kong Palace Museum on September 3. It will be the “Home Coming” show presenting Mr. Wun’s haute couture collection. His appearance at CENTRESTAGE ELITES marks his triumphant return to Hong Kong and will also be the first designer to ever hold a fashion show at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. Attendees will enter through the museum’s iconic crimson red doors for an evening that will take them on an extraordinary journey.
In past editions of the event, DHL shipped show materials from different fashion designers from various places, such as Japan, Thailand, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
DHL is the fashion and retail industry’s leading global logistics partner. For decades, DHL’s expertise and reliable service have supported the needs of designers, retailers, and some of the world’s most glamorous fashion events. DHL actively engages in the industry beyond logistics—as a promoter of talented young designers and champion of sustainability in fashion.
CENTRESTAGE 2024 will be held from September 4 to 7 at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre. 250 fashion brands and designer labels from 18 countries and regions will participate in the four-day showcase, presenting a wide array of ready-to-wear apparel and accessories. Hashtag: #DHLExpressHongKong #GoGreenPlus #CENTRESTAGEELITES #DHLxCENTRESTAGE
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DHL – The logistics company for the world
DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 395,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as “The logistics company for the world”.
DHL is part of DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 81.8 billion euros in 2023. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics by 2050.
HAMBURG, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2024– RobotPlusPlus, an engineering-led company that develops working-at-height robots, launched its HighMate C20 Cargo Hold Cleaning Robot this week with live demonstrations at the SMM 2024 conference in Hamburg, Germany. The robot cleaner enhances cargo hold cleaning by ensuring reliable and efficient operations in most sea conditions, reaching up to 95% of the hold’s surface. It offers a more consistent and powerful system, protecting seafarers from the dangers of manual cleaning at heights.
At SMM 2024, RobotPlusPlus is displaying the HighMate C20 to tens of thousand visitors at the maritime industry’s leading global trade fair. From booth B8-128, RobotPlusPlus is demonstrating how the HighMate C20’s versatile design provides unique solutions for all types of ships, along with other offerings for the shipbuilding and repair industry. Moreover, RobotPlusPlus’s strategic partner from Germany MontiPower (B5-323) will be presenting the co-developed robotic HighMate Prepper solution for the welding, inspection and bristle blasting.
The HighMate C20’s five powerful 500-bar high-pressure nozzles clean at 1-meter width with 95% coverage. Its maximum working pressure is equal to 100 times the pressure of a traditional fire hose and can clean up to 500㎡per hour.
The robot is remarkably easy to operate; most seafarers can learn basic functions of the HighMate C20 in 10 minutes or less. In launching the HighMate C20 at SMM, RobotPlusPlus hopes to attract like-minded companies that contribute to improving maritime shipping worldwide.
“We’re incredibly excited to launch the C20 at SMM, in front of global leaders from the maritime industry,” said Hua-yang Xu, founder and CEO at RobotPlusPlus. “We relish the opportunity at this distinguished trade conference to also develop new partners from across the world. At RobotPlusPlus, we’ve always been committed to innovation in the maritime industry and enjoy collaborating with like-minded partners in this space.”
Global distributors interested in partnering with RobotPlusPlus can email sales@robotplusplus.com for more information.
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About RobotPlusPlus
RobotPlusPlus is an engineering-led company developing working-at-height robots to provide efficient and environmentally friendly solutions while guaranteeing a safer workplace. We combine robotics, AI, and RaaS to develop autonomous products.
RobotPlusPlus robots have cleaned approximately 1 million square meters, making us the marine industry’s largest global provider of working at-height robots.
New server offering solidifies ASUS leadership in AI, with first deal secured
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2024 – ASUS today announced the latest marvel in the groundbreaking lineup of ASUS AI servers ― ESC N8-E11, featuring the intensely powerful NVIDIA® HGX™ H200 platform. With this AI titan, ASUS has secured its first industry deal, showcasing the exceptional performance, reliability and desirability of ESC N8-E11 with HGX H200, as well as the ability of ASUS to move first and fast in creating strong, beneficial partnerships with forward-thinking organizations seeking the world’s most powerful AI solutions.
NVIDIA HGX H200 Solutions
Shipments of the ESC N8-E11 with NVIDIA HGX™ H200 are scheduled to begin in early Q4 2024, marking a new milestone in the ongoing ASUS commitment to excellence. ASUS has been actively supporting clients by assisting in the development of cooling solutions to optimize overall PUE, guaranteeing that every ESC N8-E11 unit delivers top-tier efficiency and performance – ready to power the new era of AI.
ESC N8-E11: The best choice for heavy AI workloads Powered by dual 5th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors and eight NVIDIA H200 Tensor Core GPUs, ASUS ESC N8-E11 with NVIDIA HGX™ architecture provides support for up to 10+1 PCI Express® (PCIe®) slots, 32 DIMM, 10 NVMe® and dual 10G LAN, offering flexibility and expandability for diverse computing needs.
ESC N8-E11 is specifically engineered with advanced GPU-to-GPU interconnect via NVLink technology. This dedicated one-GPU-to-one-NIC topology ensures high throughput for data-intensive tasks such as AI, machine learning, and HPC applications.
As the expert in AI supercomputing, ASUS has placed a strong emphasis on power efficiency and optimized thermal design within ESC N8-E11. This powerful AI server supports both air-cooling and D2C (direct-to-chip) liquid-cooling solutions, coupled with dedicated CPU and GPU airflow tunnels, allowing heat to be expelled into the surrounding ambient air ― resulting in greater energy efficiency and overall system power savings. This ensures that the server operates at peak performance, even under the most demanding conditions.
With its unparalleled capabilities, ESC N8-E11 is the first choice for cultivating AI advancement for enterprise applications ― enabling organizations to unlock the full potential of AI and transform the way that businesses operate.
Availability & Pricing
ASUS servers and services are available worldwide. Please visit the ASUS ESC N8-E11 product page or contact your local ASUS representative for further information. Hashtag: #ASUS
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About ASUS
ASUS is a global technology leader that provides the world’s most innovative and intuitive devices, components, and solutions to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. With its team of 5,000 in-house R&D experts, the company is world-renowned for continuously reimagining today’s technologies. Consistently ranked as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, ASUS is also committed to sustaining an incredible future. The goal is to create a net zero enterprise that helps drive the shift towards a circular economy, with a responsible supply chain creating shared value for every one of us.
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