MANILA, Philippines, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, on Monday unveiled its new state-of-the-art training facility for pilots and cabin crew, reinforcing the airline’s continued investment in the future of Philippine aviation industry through capacity building and operational excellence.
The Cebu Pacific Training Academy is equipped with Airbus A330 and ATR door trainers, cabin mock-ups, slide trainers, as well as classrooms and equipment rooms
The Cebu Pacific Training Academy in Parañaque City is a purpose-built facility aimed at providing high-quality, hands-on, and experience-based training for prospective aviation professionals. It is one of the first centralized, modern aviation training facilities of its kind in the country.
Covering 1,685 square meters, the Cebu Pacific Training Academy is equipped with Airbus A330 and ATR door trainers, cabin mock-ups, slide trainers, as well as classrooms and equipment rooms that allow prospective pilots and cabin crew to experience scenario-based and practical training straight from the airline’s highly capable instructors.
CEB Chairman Lance Gokongwei, Chief Operations Officer Javier Massot, and Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines Director General Ret. Lt. Gen. Raul Del Rosario led the inauguration of the training facility.
“The Cebu Pacific Training Academy reflects our strong commitment and investment in the Philippines and its aviation industry. This facility allows us to stay focused on what matters most: operational excellence, service consistency, and nation-building,” said Massot.
“With this facility, we also seek to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of aviation training standards in the Philippines, and to help raise a generation of more capable and future-ready aviation professionals.”
To support aspiring aviation professionals, CEB revived its Cadet Pilot Program in 2024 in partnership with Cebu-based flight training school Airworks Aviation. The program provides prospective pilots with high-quality training, structured mentorship, and a clear pathway to employment with the airline. As of April 2026, the program has produced its second batch of pilot graduates.
CEB has also been conducting cabin crew recruitment activities across its key hubs nationwide to support its growing operations, focusing on building a pool of well-trained and service-oriented crew members.
The airline currently operates the widest network in the Philippines, serving 35 domestic and 26 international destinations across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.
A training room at the Cebu Pacific Training Academy equipped with mannequins for emergency response drills, tables, chairs, and educational materials, designed for hands-on instruction in aviation safety procedures
The Cebu Pacific Training Center allows prospective pilots and cabin crew to experience scenario-based and practical training straight from the airline’s highly capable instructors.
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 April 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is encouraging travel across the country with Amazing Thailand Ambassador LISA through the “Feel All the Feelings, Seeking Thailand’s Wonders”. The initiative invites travellers to discover the diversity of Thai destinations and turn their trips into rejuvenating experiences. Running from 1 May to 31 July 2026, the initiative offers two ways to participate: collecting points via Buddy Rewards, and submitting receipts from certified establishments under programmes such as Trusted Thailand, STAR (Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating), and Thailand Tourism Awards — for the chance to win 500 exclusive prizes.
Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the TAT, said: “The ‘Feel All the Feelings, Seeking Thailand’s Wonders’ initiative builds on our approach of showcasing Thailand’s appeal through the many emotions that travel evokes, encouraging visitors to experience each region more deeply — particularly during the green season when Thailand’s natural landscapes are at their most distinctive.”
“We expect this initiative to stimulate travel across Thailand and help distribute income to destinations and local communities throughout the country, while elevating Thailand’s tourism standards in collaboration with certified establishments under programmes such as Trusted Thailand, STAR, and the Thailand Tourism Awards — or Kinnaree Awards. These recognitions reflect service quality, safety, and sustainability. Promoting Thailand’s destinations with high-quality operators will strengthen traveller confidence, inspire meaningful journeys, and support balanced, long-term growth for Thai tourism.”
Participants also stand a chance to receive one of 500 exclusive items celebrating Thailand’s distinctive character:
Photobox and Photocard — Travel stories in print Inspired by Thailand’s scenic landscapes, a specially designed Photobox holds Photocards of LISA as Amazing Thailand Ambassador, featuring eight carefully captured vistas that highlight the country’s scenery through light, colour, and atmosphere. The set includes water-resistant hologram stickers with contemporary Thai motifs — a collectible keepsake that brings travel memories back to life.
Black “55 Must-Visit Cities” T-shirt — Tapestry of landmarks, represented by the village of Ban Rak Thai A black T-shirt featuring LISA at Ban Rak Thai, Mok Cham Pae Sub-district, Mueang District, Mae Hong Son — a highland village in Thailand’s far north, embraced by quiet nature and morning mist. The back carries the names of 55 must-visit destinations as an inspiring “map” for future trips. Minimal, balanced, and comfortable with a clear character, it makes a travel statement for those looking to discover new perspectives across Thailand.
White “55 Must-Visit Cities” T-shirt — Khao Sok inspiration for fresh travel experiences A white T-shirt featuring LISA amid the limestone mountains and emerald waters of Khao Sok National Park, Surat Thani. Clean yet layered in depth, with 55 must-visit destinations on the back as waypoints to explore. A contemporary, minimalist design for travellers who love to discover new places and create new memories.
Silver metal keychain — Bangkok landmark in a refined design A polished silver keychain featuring LISA set against Wat Arun Ratchawararam, capturing the temple’s ornate silhouette in crisp openwork lines. The piece is resin-coated for depth and framed in a design inspired by the traditional Thai decorative pattern called Pra Jam Yam, complemented by a small a small Pra Jam Yam charm, a mini black disc-shaped NFC element linking to the TVC, and an Amazing Thailand x LISA laser-etched logo. The back bears the campaign name “feel all the feelings.” Both collectible and stylish, the keychain adds a touch of character to everyday life.
Multipurpose scarf — Colour, breeze, and tea-scented hills A silk satin scarf featuring LISA at a tea plantation in Chiang Rai, translating undulating green hills and soft morning light into a vivid, dimensional print. Light and versatile — wear as a neck scarf, shawl, or headscarf — this piece turns a travel mood into a stylish, everyday accessory.
Travellers can take part in the activity from 1 May to 31 July 2026 through two options:
1) Win exclusive items by collecting Buddy Rewards points This activity aims to stimulate the domestic tourism. Prizes include the Photobox containing Photocards featuring key visuals of the Amazing Thailand Ambassador and destination images, plus a hologram sticker set.
How to participate: 1. Participants must have a mobile phone number registered in Thailand to verify their identity during registration (OTP Verification Code). 2. Register via LINE OA @buddyrewardsby1672. 3. Check in at designated Buddy Rewards locations nationwide to earn 50 points per location, or check in the Amazing Thailand Ambassador Locations to earn 100 bonus points per location. Collect 2,000 Buddy Rewards points — including at least two check-ins on the Ambassador Locations — to redeem one Photobox (100 prizes; awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to those who reach the threshold earliest).
If Photobox stocks are exhausted, participants may continue checking in on the Ambassador Locations for bonus points until 31 July 2026 at 23:59 hrs (BKK local time), and use remaining points to redeem other rewards in the programme until 30 September 2026.
Activity period: 1 May – 31 July 2026, or while stocks last
Floating Pagodas, Wat Phutthabat Sutthawat, Lampang
Wat Phumin, Nan
Wat Phra That Pha Son Kaew, Phetchabun
Red Lotus Sea, Udon Thani
Phu Lang Ka, Phayao
Phu Chi Fa, Chiang Rai
Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan, Bangkok
Tea plantations in Chiang Rai (including Boon Rawd Farm, Choui Fong Tea Plantation, 101 Tea Plantation, Wang Put Tan Tea Plantation, Wawee Tea Plantation, Laulee Tea Plantation Resort, Suwirun Teashop, and Sawanbondin Farm) *Participants may earn Ambassador Locations bonus points in the “Tea Plantation” category at one location only; the system will then lock further check-ins in this category.
Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son
Huai Maekamin Waterfall, Kanchanaburi
Laem Had, Ko Yao Yai, Phang-nga
Sam Phan Bok, Ubon Ratchathani
Khao Sok National Park, Surat Thani
2) Win exclusive items by submitting tourism receipts Open to Thais and travellers of all nationalities travelling in Thailand, with four unique prize styles to be won.
Key dates: Travel period: 1 May – 31 July 2026 Registration closes: 3 August 2026 at 10:00 hrs (BKK local time) Winner announcement: 31 August 2026 (400 prizes in total) via Facebook: Amazing Thailand
Prize allocation by region visited: – Black “55 Must-Visit Cities” T-shirt — Northeastern region – White “55 Must-Visit Cities” T-shirt — Northern region – Multipurpose scarf — Central and Eastern regions – Silver metal keychain — Southern region
TAT invites travellers to explore Thailand alongside LISA as the Amazing Thailand Ambassador. Every step is more than finding a new place — it is an invitation to open your heart to stories, people, and moments that add meaning to life, while contributing in small but significant ways to a sustainable future for Thai tourism.
Contact Information International Public Relations Division Tourism Authority of Thailand Tel: +66 (0) 2250 5500 ext. 4545-48 Fax: +66 (0) 2250 0246 E-mail: prdiv3@tat.or.th Website: www.tatnews.org
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 April 2026 – On April 20, Wuliangye hosted the 29° Crush On Launch & Enchanting Night at Wuliangye Dining Singapore. The official debut of 29° Crush On in the Singaporean market showcases the brand’s “Celadon Oriental Aesthetics” alongside innovative international consumption scenarios, presenting a new image of Chinese Baijiu to the Southeast Asian market—one that is international, fashionable, and trend-driven.
As Southeast Asia’s economic and financial hub and a gateway for multicultural consumption, Singapore boasts a mature and diverse alcohol market, providing a natural testing ground for the multi-scenario application of Chinese Baijiu. Whether it is a chilled specialty drink at a Marina Bay terrace party, a neat pour for a small gathering at Clarke Quay, or a creative cocktail at home, the “unrestricted trendy drinking” positioning of 29° Crush On fits perfectly.
Wuliangye Dining Singapore hosted a seven-day “A Toast To Youth” limited-time pop-up, attracting nearly 1,000 consumers. The Celadon-themed event space and signature 29° Crush On cocktails became hot topics on social media platforms like RedNote and Instagram. Multiple local influencers in the food, spirits, and lifestyle sectors shared their experiences, driving total platform exposure to over 2 million.
Many local enthusiasts shared their initial impressions of 29° Crush On: “It carries subtle floral and fruity notes with a rich aroma of pineapple—truly pleasant. Upon the first sip, a sweetness unfolds on the palate. As you savor it, you feel the rich layers of texture, followed by a clean, long-lasting finish that brings a comfortable warmth and a classic mellow aftertaste.” This leap from “cultural curiosity” to “consumer recognition” is largely driven by scenario-based innovation. 29° Crush On caters to business banquets, social gatherings, solo relaxation, and trendy mixology, allowing consumers to “please themselves anytime, anywhere” whether drinking it neat, on the rocks, or in a cocktail.
The event was held at Wuliangye Dining Singapore, located in the vibrant Bugis District. Specializing in fusion Cantonese cuisine, the restaurant’s hallmark is the deep integration of dishes with Wuliangye Baijiu. Wuliangye forms classic pairings with signature dishes like Crispy Roast Chicken, Black Truffle Fried Rice, and Steamed Seafood. The unique aroma of the spirit complements Nanyang flavors, offering an international dining experience where “food carries the spirit of the baijiu, and baijiu enhances the flavor of the food.”
Leveraging rising market heat and consumer word-of-mouth, Wuliangye Dining Singapore has successfully converted brand buzz into stable foot traffic, driving synergy between product communication and channel management. It has become a mature model for Wuliangye’s overseas strategy of “Offline Experience — Word-of-Mouth Expansion — Consumer Conversion.”
Jiang Jia, Deputy General Manager of Wuliangye Yibin Co., Ltd., stated that Singapore’s inclusive market provides a premium platform for the brand’s expression. The launch of 29° Crush On aims to convey the beauty of Chinese Baijiu in a way that is trendier, more international, and closer to the consumer.
Using Singapore as a strategic hub for Southeast Asia, Wuliangye will continue to deepen its localized operations and broaden consumption scenarios. By making Chinese Baijiu a natural and daily part of life for global consumers, the brand is steering the internationalization of Baijiu toward a new stage of high-quality development. Hashtag: #Wuliangye
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DXC OASIS is an intelligent orchestration platform that integrates seamlessly across existing IT environments, connecting and actively managing organizations’ entire IT estates in real time
DXC OASIS introduces a new managed services operating model that combines human expertise with agentic AI to help drive predictive, resilient, and continuously improving operations at scale, shifting from reactive support to intelligent execution
ASHBURN, Va., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, today announced DXC OASIS, an intelligent orchestration platform that introduces a new managed services operating model. Designed as a single, governed, and secure layer, DXC OASIS integrates seamlessly across an organization’s existing IT estate. It reimagines how managed services are delivered by combining human expertise with agentic AI, shifting from reactive support to real-time, intelligent operations across the entire technology environment and enabling greater confidence in mission-critical operations. Leveraging decades of DXC delivery expertise, validated through DXC’s Customer Zero approach and shaped through direct customer collaboration, DXC OASIS connects every system, signal, and technology decision, bringing together human judgment and agentic AI to run critical systems with greater speed, clarity, and control.
A new technology platform designed to deliver operational confidence
Enterprises today operate across complex multivendor environments, yet often lack a unified view of performance, cost, risk, and operational health. Technology estates have been built over years, often decades, resulting in siloed data and fragmented workflows that limit visibility and make it harder to act with speed and confidence. As a result, executives and IT leaders are often forced to navigate multiple disconnected systems to piece together the data and insights they need, slowing response times and increasing operational risk.
DXC OASIS addresses this complexity by establishing a trusted, enterprise-wide view of technology operations, bringing together data, workflows, and systems into one intelligent operating model. This enables teams to align actions, decisions, and outcomes across the enterprise in real time, so every action is traceable, and every insight is explainable. Rather than replacing existing tools, it sits across them as an open agentic orchestration layer, enhancing how they work together to create a more connected, responsive, and adaptive operating model, helping teams deliver stronger performance over time without added complexity.
“DXC is defining a new category in managed services. We have decades of trust, experience, and delivering reliable outcomes for the world’s leading enterprises,” said Chris Drumgoole, President, Global Infrastructure Services, DXC Technology. “But the way the industry delivers services today hasn’t kept pace with how enterprises actually operate. DXC is leading the shift to something better. With DXC OASIS, we’re moving to real-time, orchestrated agentic operations across the entire IT environment. Purpose-built for modern, AI-driven estates, it gives customers clear, continuous control over performance helping them deliver increased business value.”
A more transparent, connected model for managed services
Key capabilities of DXC OASIS that together create a transparent, governed, and continuously improving operating model include:
Unified visibility across the technology estate – Connects data across systems, providers, and environments to create a single, real-time view of performance, so teams can immediately understand what matters and where to act
Predictive, AI-driven intelligence – Identifies patterns, forecasts risks, and recommends actions before issues impact the business, helping teams stay ahead of disruption rather than respond after the fact
Human + AI collaboration at scale – Agents handle volume and automate routine tasks, enabling experts to apply judgment and focus on higher-value work so teams can operate faster and with greater precision
Designed for how enterprises operate
DXC OASIS establishes a new foundation for how managed services are designed, delivered, and will evolve in the AI era and reflects the realities of the modern enterprise, where teams depend on shared context, continuous coordination, and clear insight to manage complexity. Its human-centered design brings engineers, operators, and business leaders together around a single real-time view of performance, aligning teams on what matters most and enabling faster, more informed action.
At the core of this model is DXC’s Human+ approach, bringing people and technology together to embed AI directly into how services are delivered. DXC OASIS uses AI agents built on context, expertise, and accountability to continuously interpret signals, identify patterns, and take action in real time. Working alongside DXC experts, these agents reduce manual effort, surface what matters, and enable teams to focus on higher-value decisions instead of navigating fragmented systems. In mission-critical environments where failure is not an option, this approach combines the speed of AI with human judgment to deliver more consistent, governed, and resilient operations at scale.
“DXC OASIS is context that never sleeps. With it, IT leaders can focus on leading their operations rather than chasing alerts or designing, building, and generating reports,” said Dan Gray, VP, Chief Technology Officer, Global Infrastructure Services, DXC Technology. “AI Agents continuously operate with speed and precision alongside humans who provide judgement and expertise. DXC OASIS unlocks the connection between IT spend and tangible business results by delivering a holistic, real-time view of KPIs. At a time when moving faster and accelerating time to value is critical, DXC OASIS makes that a reality.”
About DXC Technology
DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations — helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernization, and Industry-Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernizes, secures, and operates some of the world’s most complex technology estates. Learn more on dxc.com.
80,000+ IBM employees currently using IBM Bob; surveyed users report average 45% productivity gain
Multi-model orchestration automatically routes each task to a suitable model based on accuracy, performance, and cost
Goes beyond code generation to automate full software development lifecycle workflows
Governance, compliance, and security controls built into every step
ARMONK, N.Y., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced the global availability of IBM Bob, an AI-first development partner built for enterprise teams. Bob doesn’t just help developers write code fast. It works across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from planning and coding to testing, deployment, and modernization, with the governance and security controls enterprises need.
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AI is changing how software gets built. But for most enterprises, that speed is running headfirst into decades of accumulated complexity: legacy systems, hybrid environments, compliance requirements, and the very real cost of getting it wrong. Fast AI without the right guardrails is not progress. It is just faster risk.
IBM Bob is designed to close that gap. It’s built on a structured framework that embeds Bob into every role across the development process – including persona-based modes, enforced standards, reusable playbooks, tool calling, and human-in-the-loop governance – so teams can move fast while staying in control.
Key capabilities include:
AI-first SDLC orchestration: It is estimated that a significant portion of development effort is fragmented across tools, roles, and lifecycle stages—slowing delivery and introducing risk. Bob embeds agentic AI across the entire SDLC—from discovery and planning through design, coding, testing, deployment, and operations—coordinating specialized role-based agents, reusable skills, and governed workflows.
Intelligent modernization: It is estimated that 60–80% of development budgets go toward modernization efforts that can take weeks or months.1 Bob coordinates specialized agents across code, tests, documentation, and pipelines to execute complete modernization tasks. For example, Bob helped cloud solutions and consulting services company Blue Pearl conduct a typical 30-day Java upgrade in just 3 days, saving over 160 engineering hours.2
Security controls built in from day one: AI isn’t just accelerating software development; it’s transforming the security landscape and introducing new risks. Bob includes prompt normalization, sensitive data scanning, real-time policy enforcement, and AI red-teaming directly within the development workflow, not as an afterthought.
Auditability: AI-generated code can reach production without sufficient review, creating compliance blind spots. Bob’s CLI (BobShell) creates self-documenting agentic processes in real time, so every action is traceable from start to finish.
Multi-model orchestration: Bob dynamically routes tasks to a suitable model based on accuracy, performance, and cost, drawing on a mix of frontier models including Anthropic Claude, Mistral open source models, and IBM Granite, alongside specialized fine-tuned models for code reasoning, security, and next-edit prediction. Simpler completions go to lighter models. Complex tasks go to more capable ones. The goal: better outcomes and lower spend.
Transparency and developer control: Bob’s approval model lets developers configure checkpoints that match their workflow, from manual approvals to auto-approve by task type, keeping humans in the loop.
“Every business is racing to modernize. But speed without control and transparency is a liability. IBM Bob is how enterprises can move at AI speed without sacrificing the governance and security needs their businesses require. Bob was engineered by developers inside IBM for the millions like them worldwide, and it’s the foundation on which enterprises will become truly AI-first.” — Dinesh Nirmal, Senior Vice President, IBM Software
Stop managing models. Start managing outcomes. Enterprises don’t have a model problem. They have an outcome consistency problem. As AI adoption matures, the challenge isn’t which model to use, it’s how to consistently get the best result across a rapidly evolving landscape without making model selection an ongoing engineering distraction.
Bob handles this automatically. It draws on a mix of frontier LLMs, open source models, IBM Granite SLMs, and specialized fine-tuned models to route each task to a suitable model based on accuracy, latency, and cost across the full SDLC, from planning and coding to testing and validation. With pass-through pricing and usage visibility, organizations can align AI spend to real outcomes rather than experimentation.
“Developers need a system that understands the full context of their work and can act on it. That’s what we built with Bob. It’s an agentic platform that embeds an AI partner into every role across the SDLC, from the architect sketching a design to the security engineer reviewing code before it ships. We built Bob around a simple belief: model capability alone isn’t enough. How you deploy it, how you structure context, and how you keep humans in the loop is what determines whether AI actually delivers. With Bob, we’re helping developers to automate the mundane, and augment the complicated.” —Neel Sundaresan, General Manager, Automation & AI, IBM Software
Proven at scale inside IBM Bob launched inside IBM in June 2025 with 100 developers. It’s now in use by more than 80,000 IBM employees worldwide. Those surveyed have self-reported an average productivity gain of 45% across modernization, security, and new development work. On specific tasks, the numbers were higher:
Developers surveyed from the IBM Instana team reported an average 70% reduction in time spent on selected tasks, equaling an average time savings of 10 hours per week.
The IBM Maximo developer team tested Bob for various code generation and refactoring tasks, including updating code – tasks that normally take days. With Bob, the team was able to complete the tasks in hours, resulting in an estimated 69% time savings.
Real-world results
Ernst & Young is using IBM Bob to accelerate modernization of their global tax platform by automating code refactoring, test generation, and documentation.
“Developing enterprise platforms isn’t just about speed. It’s about understanding deeply embedded logic, maintaining architectural standards, and evolving systems responsibly. EY teams leveraged IBM Bob to apply AI to better interpret complex logic and streamline how changes are introduced, helping create a stronger foundation for scalable transformation.” — Christopher Aiken, Tax Platforms Leader and Chief Product Officer, Ernst & Young, LLP
Blue Pearl used Bob to accelerate delivery across its BlueApp platform. Work that typically required weeks of engineering effort was completed in three days, with zero defects post-deployment and over 160 hours saved through automated refactoring.
“Working with IBM through Bob…enabled us to deliver measurable value.” — Saireshan Govender, Group CEO, Blue Pearl
APIS IT used Bob to modernize mission-critical government systems spanning decades of technical debt, including mainframe and .NET environments. Bob produced 10x faster architecture analysis and documentation, with 100% accuracy in documenting legacy JCL/PL/I systems, and migrated complex .NET services in hours rather than weeks.
“Bob migrated our complex .NET services in hours instead of weeks.” — Veran Pokornić, Solution Architect, APIS IT
Availability IBM Bob is now generally available as a SaaS offering, including a complimentary 30-day trial alongside individual and enterprise plans. On-premises deployment is targeted in the future for organizations with data residency or regulatory requirements. To access Bob, visit bob.ibm.com.
IBM Bob represents the evolution of IBM’s code assistants, elevating capabilities to an end-to-end delivery model that delivers a step-change in productivity, modernization, and coordination across the SDLC. Existing WCA clients will continue to be fully supported and will have an adoption path to Bob.
About IBM IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to effect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service. Visit www.ibm.com for more information.
SANYA, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 April 2026 – The 6th Asian Beach Games opened on Wednesday evening in China’s tropical resort city of Sanya, with the opening ceremony held at the seaside Yasha Park.
6th Asian Beach Games opens in Sanya
Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin declared the Games open after 45 delegations marched in for the continental Games, which had previously been scheduled to be held in 2020.
After having twice been postponed, chiefly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sanya Games has drawn around 10,000 participants, including 1,790 athletes.
The Games marks the first time Hainan has hosted a continental-level beach sports event. It is also the first major international sporting event since the island-wide Hainan Free Trade Port was inaugurated last December.
Scheduled from April 22 to 30, the Games features 14 sports, 15 disciplines and 62 events. It is the second time that China has hosted the Asian Beach Games, after the 2012 edition in Haiyang, Shandong Province.
China has sent a delegation of 255 members, including 171 athletes, competing in 13 sports and 60 events, marking the country’s highest participation in Asian Beach Games history. Hashtag: #6thAsianBeachGame #Sanya #China
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SUBANG JAYA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 April 2026 – China-based home furnishing brand 居然之家 Easyhome has officially launched Easyhome Mall in Kuala Lumpur on 26 April 2026, marking its first major step into the Southeast Asian market and a key milestone in advancing China–Malaysia economic and trade cooperation.
From left: SUPT. Tan Shyong Shan, ACP Wan Azlan Wan Mamat, Philip Ho, Datuk Ab Wahab Bin Khalil, Wang Ning, Li Zhiqiang, KH Lim, and Vincent Lee Seng Chiang officiated the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Easyhome Mall.
The grand opening ceremony welcomed a distinguished lineup of guests, including Wang Ning, Chairman and CEO of Easyhome; Tuan ACP Wan Azlan, Subang Jaya Police Chief; Tan Shyong Shan, Staff Officer for Enforcement (Inspector-General of Police’s Office); Vincent Lee Seng Chiang, CEO of Nanyang Siang Pau; Li Zhiqiang, Vice President of CECA and General Manager of China Telecom Malaysia; Dato’ Sri Dr. Philip Ho, CEO of Pavilion Group; KH Lim, Founder and CEO of Senheng; Dato’ Abdul Wahab, Advisor to Pavilion Group; and General Manager Xue Yaqi. Strategic Entry into Southeast Asia
Wang Ning expressed strong confidence in Malaysia’s development prospects, positioning the country as a key starting point and strategic hub in the company’s global expansion roadmap.
He noted that as China’s manufacturing capabilities continue to advance, its products have become increasingly competitive globally, making international expansion an inevitable direction. At the same time, younger consumer demographics worldwide are driving demand growth, further reinforcing the push into overseas markets.
Malaysia’s mature business environment, openness to foreign investment, and strategic role as a gateway to Southeast Asia were key considerations. Moving forward, Easyhome Mall will serve as a base to expand into Southeast Asia, as well as into the Middle East and Central Asia.
Wang also revealed that the internationalisation strategy began approximately three years ago, with Malaysia being the first large-scale overseas implementation. Over the next three years, the company plans to strengthen its local supply chain and expand into key cities such as Johor Bahru and Penang, alongside other major regional markets. A New Benchmark in Home & Lifestyle Retail
Established in 1999, Easyhome has grown into one of China’s leading home furnishing retail groups, operating nearly 400 stores nationwide. Its business ecosystem spans design services, furniture and building materials retail, smart logistics, and commercial operations, with strong emphasis on customer-centric service standards.
The Malaysia debut represents a replication of its proven “one-stop home solution” model, integrating China’s advanced supply chain with local consumer needs to deliver a seamless and innovative retail experience.
The project is developed in collaboration with Pavilion REIT, combining operational expertise and resource strengths to establish a benchmark for China–Malaysia commercial cooperation. Empowering Smart Living Through Innovation
A representative from Pavilion REIT noted that the opening of Easyhome Mall marks a new phase for the Subang project, reflecting continuous upgrades and transformation to better serve the local community.
As technology reshapes lifestyles, homes are evolving into more intelligent and interconnected spaces. In response, Easyhome Mall introduces a new retail concept that integrates smart home technologies with modern living experiences, bringing a new dimension to Malaysia’s retail landscape. A Fully Integrated One-Stop Home Destination
General Manager Xue Yaqi highlighted that home-related consumption typically involves multiple stages—from design and renovation to building materials, furniture, and appliances—often requiring consumers to visit multiple locations.
Easyhome Mall addresses this by consolidating the entire value chain into a single destination, enabling a seamless one-stop shopping experience. The “what you see is what you get” concept reduces information gaps and enhances decision-making efficiency.
This integrated model allows consumers to complete their home planning and purchasing journey within one space, significantly improving convenience and overall experience. Comprehensive Lifestyle Offering
Located in USJ 1, Subang Jaya, Easyhome Mall is easily accessible via major highways including KESAS, NKVE, ELITE, and the Subang–Kelana Jaya elevated highway, as well as nearby LRT and BRT stations.
The mall features a carefully curated, multi-level layout:
• LG Floor: Supermarket, dining, and lifestyle offerings
• Ground Floor: Customised furniture and smart home appliances with integrated home solutions
• First Floor: International home furnishing brands with global design standards
• Second & Third Floors: Local brands focusing on mattresses and home essentials
• Fourth Floor: Dining and event spaces
This tenant mix brings together premium Chinese brands and local businesses, creating a complete “shop, dine, and experience” destination.
Driving Digital Transformation
Easyhome’s expansion is supported by its digital ecosystem, including platforms such as Doorverse, Homestyler, and Easyhome IoT.
Homestyler, developed in collaboration with Alibaba Group and enhanced through AI technologies with NVIDIA, enables advanced 3D design and immersive user experiences.
The Doorverse platform has achieved rapid growth, surpassing RMB100 billion in gross merchandise value within three years, reflecting the strength of Easyhome’s digital capabilities.
These technologies support the transition from traditional retail to a digitalised industry service platform, enhancing both operational efficiency and customer experience. Strengthening Regional Presence
Malaysia represents a key milestone in Easyhome’s global expansion and serves as its first large-scale integrated overseas development. Following earlier ventures in Phnom Penh and Macau, the Kuala Lumpur launch marks a deeper commitment to Southeast Asia.
Beyond retail, Easyhome Mall acts as a platform connecting high-quality Chinese home furnishing brands with the Malaysian market, while simplifying the traditionally complex home furnishing process into a more efficient and enjoyable experience.
Looking ahead, Easyhome plans to further integrate its supply chain, establish overseas warehousing, and support the global expansion of Chinese home brands—from product export to full-scale internationalisation of brands and manufacturing. Grand Opening Highlights
The opening ceremony featured lion dance performances and a series of promotional activities, including exclusive offers and “crazy sales” deals, attracting strong public turnout and long queues from early morning.
The successful launch of Easyhome Mall marks a promising beginning in Malaysia and sets the foundation for continued growth across the region.
SHENZHEN, China, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Known for its high quality standards, Japan’s consumer electronics market has recently seen a portable monitor from Shenzhen gain increasing attention. The HAILESI S123E portable monitor has ranked among the top 5 best-selling portable monitors on Amazon Japan and holds the No.1 position in the 12.3-inch category. This achievement reflects not only strong sales growth, but also positive recognition of its quality and performance among Japanese users. (Data source: Amazon monitor category ranking, March 2026)
Make It Easy to Connect Your Switch to a Larger Screen— HAILESI S123E Portable Monitor
Developed under the concept of “no Switch 2 dock required”, the S123E offers a more convenient and flexible connection experience. With just a single Type-C cable, users can directly connect their gaming console to a larger screen, without relying on a traditional dock. One Japanese user commented: “This is one of the most user-friendly external monitors I’ve used. It’s lightweight and easy to carry, so I can use it anytime and anywhere. It also feels more cost-effective than buying an official dock.”
In terms of display performance, it features a 12.3-inch screen with a 1920×1280 resolution and a 3:2 aspect ratio. Compared to conventional 16:9 displays, it provides a larger viewing area, helping improve productivity for work and study. With 100% sRGB color gamut, 300 nits of brightness, and HDR support, it delivers natural and immersive visual performance across various use cases.
Touch functionality is another key highlight. The S123E adopts a fully laminated touch panel and supports AES 1.0/2.0 styluses, enabling precise input and smooth interaction, suitable for note-taking, drawing, and other creative tasks. With OTG support, users can also connect a keyboard and mouse directly, making it easy to set up a mobile workstation.
Designed to balance portability and practicality, the device features a lightweight body and an integrated adjustable stand for flexible viewing angles. Built-in dual speakers support everyday audio and video needs, making it suitable for a wide range of scenarios including gaming, work, study, and in-vehicle use.
About HAILESI
HAILESI is a technology brand specializing in display devices, with in-house R&D capabilities and a global presence. Focusing on user experience and ease of use, the company is committed to providing high-quality visual experiences and reliable services to customers worldwide.