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“Relaxing Jiaxing” Creative Naming Journey Launches, A Hong Kong Influencer Lead the Way in Cultural Tourism


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2025 – Recently, a well-known travel influencer from Hong Kong was invited by Jiaxing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism and Putike International Travel Service (changzhou) Co., Ltd. to embark on a 3-day, 2-night journey themed “Relaxing Jiaxing”. Prior to this, the Bureau held a creative naming event titled “#RelaxingJiaxing” inviting global travel enthusiasts to bestow creative and international names on Jiaxing’s natural landscapes, cultural landmarks, ancient towns, urban benchmarks, and humanistic features.

Hong Kong Influencer Lands in Jiaxing, Kicks Off "Relaxing Jiaxing" Creative Naming Journey

The Hong Kong influencer, who gained popularity by sharing Jiaxing on overseas social media platforms and creatively naming a local scenic spot “Changhong Bridge” as “A Rainbow Lies on the Waves” was invited to tour Jiaxing for free. This exclusive opportunity allows the influencer to experience up close the picturesque scenery and relaxed ambiance of this Jiangnan water town, helping to promote Jiaxing as a destination for inbound tourism in the Asia-Pacific region.

Small bridges and flowing water, ancient towns and old streets, the old canal paths, everywhere you can see residents leisurely drinking tea, reading, and fishing. The Hong Kong influencer also strolled and boated in Xitang and Pu Yuan, listened to storytelling, learned a few authentic Jiaxing phrases from the locals, or went to the three-arched stone bridge spanning the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal – Changhong Bridge, feeling the unique architectural style and profound historical heritage. After a 3-day, 2-night relaxing tour, the Hong Kong influencer exclaimed: “Having lived in Hong Kong for a long time, I’m used to the reinforced concrete buildings and the hustle and bustle of traffic, with immense pressure. Jiaxing, this treasure city, with its ancient towns, streets, and canals, is super relaxing. Walking among them, it feels as if time has slowed down. I heard there will be more folk activities soon, it’s really a place you don’t want to leave once you’ve come.”

The charm of “Relaxing Jiaxing” goes far beyond what you’ve heard. It’s reported that the Pu Yuan Fashion Week will make a dazzling debut from May 9th to 13th, 2025. With the theme “Crossover, Diversity, Shared Edge,” this year’s fashion week aims to break traditional fashion boundaries and integrate various fashion elements and styles. Numerous fashion brands will unveil their latest designs, and fashion forums along with designer exchange events will be held to inject new vitality and inspiration into the fashion industry. During the Dragon Boat Festival, Jiaxing will host several folk activities to celebrate, featuring a Dragon Boat Festival market and a zongzi wrapping contest where participants create zongzi in various shapes. Dragon boat racing will also take place, immersing visitors in the festive atmosphere of the Dragon Boat Festival’s folk culture.

In mid-October, the Wuzhen Theatre Festival will kick off. The water town charm of Wuzhen will perfectly blend with theatrical art as many renowned troupes and theatre artists gather here to present a variety of exciting performances. This allows visitors to appreciate the beauty of the water town while experiencing the profoundness of theatrical culture, offering a feast for the senses to theatre enthusiasts.

It is understood that Jiaxing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism has launched the “Relaxing Jiaxing” creative naming event. The aim is to name Jiaxing’s cultural and tourism resources from the perspective of global travelers in the most relaxing way, allowing more visitors to approach and enter Jiaxing to experience its relaxed and leisurely urban characteristics. This initiative seeks to spread the rich beauty and friendly culture of the Jiangnan water town to the world, attracting global visitors to “Get Relaxing from Jiaxing.”

Global travel enthusiasts can participate in the event by posting photos or videos of the named Jiaxing tourist attractions with “#RelaxingJiaxing” on their overseas social media accounts. The creative naming event will last throughout 2025. Jiaxing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism will select the most creative global travelers from the participants, covering their major transportation and accommodation expenses, and invite them for a free 3-day themed tour in Jiaxing. At that time, Jiaxing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism will invite global travel enthusiasts to explore four themed routes: Citywalk, Intangible Cultural Heritage Trail, Ancient Town Discovery, and Jiaxing Cuisine Exploration. This will allow global visitors to experience the historical depth and vibrant reality of this ancient city from multiple perspectives, fully decoding the enduring charm and relaxed warmth of the Jiangnan water town.
Hashtag: #RelaxingJiaxing

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Colt DCS appoints Xavier Matagne as Chief Real Estate Officer – Matagne to drive further growth of Colt DCS towards 1GW of data centre capacity

LONDON, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Colt Data Centre Services (Colt DCS), global provider of hyperscale and large enterprise data centre facilities, today announced the appointment of Xavier Matagne to the role of Chief Real Estate Officer. Matagne will be responsible for leading Colt DCS’ Development, Engineering and Construction teams.

Xavier Matagne
Xavier Matagne

Xavier Matagne joins us with a wealth of expertise. He has worked in the data centre industry for over 17 years, holding global leadership roles with a strong track record in strategic development and large-scale infrastructure delivery across Europe and Africa. Matagne, most recently served as Chief Development Officer at Africa Data Centres, where he led the expansion strategy across multiple markets. Having worked in over 15 countries, including France, the UK, the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, Poland, and South Africa, Matagne, is known for his ability to simplify complex projects, bringing innovative thinking to fast-growing environments.

Niclas Sanfridsson, CEO of Colt DCS, said: “The Executive Leadership Team and I are delighted to welcome Xavier to Colt DCS at such a pivotal moment in our growth. He will be instrumental to the success of our ambitious expansion plans and further enhancing the outstanding calibre of our teams”.

Xavier Matagne, Chief Real Estate Officer of Colt DCS, said: “I am thrilled to be joining Colt DCS at such an exciting time. Colt DCS has a world-class team of Development, Engineering and Construction professionals. They are also in a fantastic position of having secured powered land enabling capacity expansion up to 1GW. I am very much looking forward to helping continue Colt DCS’ tremendous growth, to 1GW and beyond”.

About Colt DCS
We design, build and operate data centres for global hyperscalers and large enterprises. 

Our global portfolio includes 13 operational data centres, with an additional 9 in development across 11 cities in the UK, Europe, and the APAC region.
We enable our customers to effectively plan for the growth of their business while also providing them with peace of mind. We provide secure, resilient, well-connected infrastructure with planned future capacity growth potential. We have over 25 years of experience in the data centre industry, delivering on our vision of being the most trusted and customer-centric data centre operator in the market.

We put the environment at the heart of everything we do by recognising this as a fundamental responsibility towards our planet. That’s why we’re taking ownership to reduce our environmental impact globally and make sustainability a key strategic driver. As part of our sustainability planning, Colt DCS has set comprehensive near-and long-term Science Based Targets to cut our emissions in line with the SBTi’s latest Net Zero Standard.

https://www.coltdatacentres.net

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Colt DCS appoints Xavier Matagne as Chief Real Estate Officer – Matagne to drive further growth of Colt DCS towards 1GW of data centre capacity

LONDON, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Colt Data Centre Services (Colt DCS), global provider of hyperscale and large enterprise data centre facilities, today announced the appointment of Xavier Matagne to the role of Chief Real Estate Officer. Matagne will be responsible for leading Colt DCS’ Development, Engineering and Construction teams.

Xavier Matagne
Xavier Matagne

Xavier Matagne joins us with a wealth of expertise. He has worked in the data centre industry for over 17 years, holding global leadership roles with a strong track record in strategic development and large-scale infrastructure delivery across Europe and Africa. Matagne, most recently served as Chief Development Officer at Africa Data Centres, where he led the expansion strategy across multiple markets. Having worked in over 15 countries, including France, the UK, the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, Poland, and South Africa, Matagne, is known for his ability to simplify complex projects, bringing innovative thinking to fast-growing environments.

Niclas Sanfridsson, CEO of Colt DCS, said: “The Executive Leadership Team and I are delighted to welcome Xavier to Colt DCS at such a pivotal moment in our growth. He will be instrumental to the success of our ambitious expansion plans and further enhancing the outstanding calibre of our teams”.

Xavier Matagne, Chief Real Estate Officer of Colt DCS, said: “I am thrilled to be joining Colt DCS at such an exciting time. Colt DCS has a world-class team of Development, Engineering and Construction professionals. They are also in a fantastic position of having secured powered land enabling capacity expansion up to 1GW. I am very much looking forward to helping continue Colt DCS’ tremendous growth, to 1GW and beyond”.

About Colt DCS
We design, build and operate data centres for global hyperscalers and large enterprises. 

Our global portfolio includes 13 operational data centres, with an additional 9 in development across 11 cities in the UK, Europe, and the APAC region.
We enable our customers to effectively plan for the growth of their business while also providing them with peace of mind. We provide secure, resilient, well-connected infrastructure with planned future capacity growth potential. We have over 25 years of experience in the data centre industry, delivering on our vision of being the most trusted and customer-centric data centre operator in the market.

We put the environment at the heart of everything we do by recognising this as a fundamental responsibility towards our planet. That’s why we’re taking ownership to reduce our environmental impact globally and make sustainability a key strategic driver. As part of our sustainability planning, Colt DCS has set comprehensive near-and long-term Science Based Targets to cut our emissions in line with the SBTi’s latest Net Zero Standard.

https://www.coltdatacentres.net

Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications to Host “Beyond 5G ready showcase” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, from May 26 to June 3

– Opportunity for Simulated Experience of Communications in Outer Space, Sea, Virtual Space, etc. beyond Previous Limits –

OSAKA, Japan and TOKYO, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The “Beyond 5G ready showcase” Event Office has announced that the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (hereinafter the “MIC”) will host “Beyond 5G ready showcase,” an event providing an opportunity to experience the image of future society and cutting-edge technologies brought about by next-generation information and telecommunication for visitors, from Monday, May 26, through Tuesday, June 3, at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.

“Beyond 5G” is the next-generation information and communication platform beyond the current 5G communication technology, seamlessly connecting diverse users and systems regardless of their locations and time. The MIC is pursuing strategies for realizing Beyond 5G and also supporting its research and development. Aimed at conveying Japan’s efforts toward Beyond 5G to the world, this showcase will introduce how the realization of Beyond 5G will change future society and living through three zones: videos, experiences and exhibits.
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ZONE 1 / Prologue Theater
An immersive theater with a 180-degree screen presents the history of telecommunication and the transition to the future brought about by Beyond 5G.
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ZONE 2 / Future City Area + Technology Experience Booth
This experience zone will offer five booths, where visitors can take part in a simulated experience of the effects brought about by Beyond 5G, in settings such as outer space, high in the sky, under the sea, and in a virtual space.
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ZONE 3 / Beyond 5G Development Technology Exhibit
Through panel displays, videos and actual devices, this zone will introduce the latest technologies related to Beyond 5G currently under development by the Beyond 5G Fund Projects, etc. of the MIC and the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT).
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For more information, please visit the special website: https://www.soumu.go.jp/b5g-readyshowcase/en/

Outline of “Beyond 5G ready showcase” events
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(1)  On-site Event
Date: May 26 (Monday) – June 3 (Tuesday), 2025
10:00-21:00 (Last admission is at 20:00)
Venue: EXPO Exhibition Center “WASSE” (North) at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai
Admission fee: Free (Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai admission ticket required)
Exhibition structure: Prologue Theater, Future City Experience Booth, Technology Exhibit

(2) Virtual Event
Date: May 26 (Monday) to October 13 (Monday), 2025
Venue: Online (How to access the virtual event will be announced on the special website, etc.)

Special website: https://www.soumu.go.jp/b5g-readyshowcase/en/

Colt DCS appoints Xavier Matagne as Chief Real Estate Officer – Matagne to drive further growth of Colt DCS towards 1GW of data centre capacity

LONDON, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Colt Data Centre Services (Colt DCS), global provider of hyperscale and large enterprise data centre facilities, today announced the appointment of Xavier Matagne to the role of Chief Real Estate Officer. Matagne will be responsible for leading Colt DCS’ Development, Engineering and Construction teams.

Xavier Matagne
Xavier Matagne

Xavier Matagne joins us with a wealth of expertise. He has worked in the data centre industry for over 17 years, holding global leadership roles with a strong track record in strategic development and large-scale infrastructure delivery across Europe and Africa. Matagne, most recently served as Chief Development Officer at Africa Data Centres, where he led the expansion strategy across multiple markets. Having worked in over 15 countries, including France, the UK, the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, Poland, and South Africa, Matagne, is known for his ability to simplify complex projects, bringing innovative thinking to fast-growing environments.

Niclas Sanfridsson, CEO of Colt DCS, said: “The Executive Leadership Team and I are delighted to welcome Xavier to Colt DCS at such a pivotal moment in our growth. He will be instrumental to the success of our ambitious expansion plans and further enhancing the outstanding calibre of our teams”.

Xavier Matagne, Chief Real Estate Officer of Colt DCS, said: “I am thrilled to be joining Colt DCS at such an exciting time. Colt DCS has a world-class team of Development, Engineering and Construction professionals. They are also in a fantastic position of having secured powered land enabling capacity expansion up to 1GW. I am very much looking forward to helping continue Colt DCS’ tremendous growth, to 1GW and beyond”.

About Colt DCS
We design, build and operate data centres for global hyperscalers and large enterprises. 

Our global portfolio includes 13 operational data centres, with an additional 9 in development across 11 cities in the UK, Europe, and the APAC region.
We enable our customers to effectively plan for the growth of their business while also providing them with peace of mind. We provide secure, resilient, well-connected infrastructure with planned future capacity growth potential. We have over 25 years of experience in the data centre industry, delivering on our vision of being the most trusted and customer-centric data centre operator in the market.

We put the environment at the heart of everything we do by recognising this as a fundamental responsibility towards our planet. That’s why we’re taking ownership to reduce our environmental impact globally and make sustainability a key strategic driver. As part of our sustainability planning, Colt DCS has set comprehensive near-and long-term Science Based Targets to cut our emissions in line with the SBTi’s latest Net Zero Standard.

https://www.coltdatacentres.net

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Dozens Killed as India, Pakistan Clash in Worst Violence in Decades

Dozens Killed as India, Pakistan Clash in Worst Violence in Decades
A bulldozer carries a damaged part of an aircraft in Wuyan, near Srinagar on May 7, 2025. (Photo by Tauseef MUSTAFA / AFP)

Hong Leong Bank Redefines Branch Banking with Meet @ HLB Eco Majestic, Semenyih


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2025 – Following its first Iconic branch in Penang, Hong Leong Bank (“HLB” or “the Bank”) has launched its innovative Meet @ HLB branch concept in Eco Majestic, Semenyih. This community-centric branch is central to HLB’s bank-wide transformation plan, which includes upgrading existing branches and strategically tailoring service offerings.

Lee Ee Hui, HLB’s Head of Business Channels, together with a representative from EcoWorld at the launch of Meet @ HLB in Eco Majestic, Semenyih
Lee Ee Hui, HLB’s Head of Business Channels, together with a representative from EcoWorld at the launch of Meet @ HLB in Eco Majestic, Semenyih

Designed for the Eco Majestic community, Meet @ HLB provides convenient access to ATMs, retail banking, and cash deposit machines. The branch’s daily operations from 12:30 pm to 7:00 pm, including weekends, have been a welcome surprise for residents who greatly appreciate this convenience, allowing for easy integration of banking needs around their busy schedules.

Kevin Lam, Group Managing Director and CEO of HLB, emphasised, “Meet @ HLB perfectly encapsulates our vision of being a “Digital Bank Plus Much More” – creating a powerful synergy of cutting-edge digital convenience and genuine human connection. This initiative is a vital part of our broader branch transformation strategy, where we are strategically evolving our physical network to better serve our diverse customer base through upgrades, service enhancements, and the introduction of innovative branch formats like Meet @ HLB.”

“Our collaboration with EcoWorld has been invaluable in bringing this vision to life. By understanding the unique characteristics of the Eco Majestic community, we have been able to create a banking space that truly resonates with its residents. This underscores our belief in the enduring value of physical presence within communities, transforming branches into vibrant hubs where we can truly understand and serve our customers’ evolving needs. It also helps us serve new and developing communities, where we can become the first bank for its residents and businesses, and work to meet their unique yet diversified banking needs.

Evon Yap, Divisional General Manager of Eco World commented, “We are truly grateful to HLB for recognising the importance of a physical banking presence in a growing, dynamic township like Eco Majestic. While digital banking offers convenience, there are still essential services that benefit from personal, face-to-face interaction. The Meet @ HLB branch is a thoughtful addition that brings everyday banking closer to our residents—accessible, reliable and seamlessly integrated into the fabric of our community. We deeply appreciate HLB’s effort in understanding the needs of Eco Majestic and designing a space that naturally complements Eco-township’s character.”

The branch recently hosted a Raya Open House, inviting Eco Majestic residents to connect with HLB staff, explore the branch’s offerings, and enjoy a vibrant festive atmosphere with food and family activities like colouring and jawi calligraphy. This event highlighted the Bank’s commitment to designing community-centric branches and offered a glimpse into the future of branch banking with HLB.

Customers can visit the Meet @ HLB branch in Eco Majestic at:
Block 1, Jalan Eco Majestic 10/1, Eco Majestic, 43500, Semenyih, Selangor
Banking Services: Monday – Sunday, 12.30pm – 7pm (closed on public holidays)
Express Banking: Monday – Sunday, 6am – 12am

Hashtag: #HongLeongBankBerhad #HLB



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Students Hospitalized After Collagen Drug Mix Causes Convulsions

The rescue teams were sending a sutdent to an emergency room (Photo: Vientiane Capital Rescue)

Three primary school students in Vientiane were hospitalized on 5 May after consuming a drug mixed with collagen, prompting renewed attention to student drug use.