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MEGHAN, DUCHESS OF SUSSEX ANNOUNCES AS EVER’S FIRST COLLECTION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE TODAY

After much anticipation, As ever’s first seasonal drop will be available today for purchase at AsEver.com.

LOS ANGELES, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is proud to announce that the first collection of eight signature products will be available for purchase, beginning today. Developed in partnership with Netflix’s CPG division, this collection offers a glimpse into Meghan’s approach to elevated, everyday living and is inspired by her long-lasting love of cooking, entertaining, and hostessing with ease.

Following the debut of Netflix’s “With Love, Meghan”, As ever brings to life the staples Meghan turns to time and again in her own kitchen and daily life. Designed to infuse warmth, beauty, and intention into daily rituals, this collection marks the beginning of a brand that will continue to evolve with new seasonal offerings inspired by Meghan’s personal essence. As ever will release new product collections seasonally.

Available today on AsEver.com, the following products will be available to ship nationwide across all 50 states with plans to expand globally:

As ever collection
As ever collection

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  • Raspberry Spread in Keepsake Packaging – The heart of the collection, and where it all began. This luscious, fruit-forward spread is housed in elegant keepsake packaging designed to be repurposed long after the last spoonful. SRP: $14 [Raspberry Spread without Keepsake Packaging available soon, SRP: $9]
  • Herbal Lemon Ginger Tea – A modern take on a classic, this bright and warming infusion balances zesty flavor with a touch of spicy ginger, creating the perfect morning ritual. SRP: $12
  • Herbal Peppermint Tea – A crisp and refreshing blend of pure peppermint, this tea offers the perfect moment of peace, whether sipped hot or iced. SRP: $12
  • Herbal Hibiscus Tea – Vibrant and floral, this lively, tangy brew delivers a naturally sweet finish, especially delightful with a drizzle of honey. SRP: $12
  • Flower Sprinkles – A touch of edible artistry. Elevate any dish with these delicate, colorful florals—turning omelettes into masterpieces, salads into statements, and mealtime into moments of joy. SRP: $15
  • Crepe Mix – Elegance made effortless. This light, airy mix delivers delicate crepes that are as perfect for a solo gourmet indulgence as they are for a cozy family breakfast. SRP: $14
  • Shortbread Cookie Mix with Flower Sprinkles Included – A flavorful, crumbly delight with a whimsical floral twist. Enjoy them as-is, crumble them over ice cream, or use them as the perfect base for your favorite spreads. SRP: $14
  • Limited-Edition Wildflower Honey with Honeycomb – A luxurious, drizzle-worthy indulgence with tasting notes of wildflowers, finished with a stunning wedge of honeycomb. Elevate everything from yogurt and tea to roasted salmon and charcuterie spreads. Supplies are limited. SRP: $28

As ever is also pleased to announce the addition of Melissa Kalimov as Chief Operating Officer. Melissa brings over 15 years of experience in scaling brands, go-to-market execution, and strategic leadership for companies of all stages, from multinational corporations like Gap, Inc., to small startups that she has co-founded and led.

About As ever:
As ever, a premium lifestyle brand by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, offers beautifully crafted products designed to elevate everyday moments. Available exclusively on AsEver.com, As ever is available for purchase nationwide across all 50 states. With a dedication to timeless design and curated craftsmanship, the brand will continue to expand seasonally, introducing new products that encourage a joyful and intentional way of living.

Change in Management: Exyte announces Katrien Verlinden as new President of its Global Business Unit Advanced Technology Facilities

  • Katrien Verlinden will take over as President of Exyte’s Global Business Unit Advanced Technology Facilities (ATF) effective April 14, 2025
  • Verlinden joins from Saipem America Inc., where she served as President and CEO, bringing more than 25 years of international leadership experience
  • Exyte Executive Board Member Mark Garvey will focus on his role as CEO ATF, overseeing the business segment at board level
  • Exyte CEO Büchele: “Katrien Verlinden brings remarkable expertise in global projects and leadership capabilities. She and the team will accelerate our progress toward Exyte’s strategic goals.”

STUTTGART, Germany, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Exyte’s Executive Board has appointed Katrien Verlinden to the position of President of the Global Business Unit (GBU) Advanced Technology Facilities (ATF) effective April 14, 2025. Based in Singapore, she will report to Mark Garvey who has served as President ATF since January 2020 and since December 2023 also filled the roles of CEO ATF and Executive Board Member. With Verlinden’s joining, Mark Garvey will focus on his role as Board Member and CEO of ATF in the future. ATF is Exyte’s largest business segment by sales, primarily active in the semiconductor and battery cell sectors.

Katrien Verlinden will take over as President of Exyte’s Global Business Unit Advanced Technology Facilities effective April 14, 2025.
Katrien Verlinden will take over as President of Exyte’s Global Business Unit Advanced Technology Facilities effective April 14, 2025.

Most recently, Verlinden served as President and CEO of Saipem America Inc., and Country Manager for Saipem in North America. She brings more than 25 years of international leadership and extensive operational experience in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) in the energy sector to Exyte’s global ATF organization. Verlinden is a recognized expert by clients and industry representatives.

At Saipem, a global leader in energy offshore and onshore EPC services, Verlinden held numerous international management positions, after progressing through operational roles including Technical Manager, Project Manager and Project Director for the execution of large-sized onshore EPC projects mainly across the Middle East and North Africa. Prior, Verlinden had studied engineering at the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven in Belgium and completed further executive education at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Fluent in Dutch, Italian, English and French, she also has a passion for Korean and Japanese.

“I am thrilled to join Exyte during these extraordinary, transformative times for the semiconductor and battery industries,” says Verlinden. “In recent years, the Global Business Unit Advanced Technology Facilities has been on an impressive growth trajectory, and I am eager to actively contribute to strengthening and amplifying this successful momentum. ATF’s ambitious goals present a unique opportunity to combine my experience and fresh perspectives with those of the global team to collectively drive innovation in high-tech projects and deliver exceptional results for both Exyte and its clients worldwide.”

Exyte CEO Dr. Wolfgang Büchele: “Katrien Verlinden brings remarkable expertise in global projects and leadership capabilities. Her appointment as President of the Global Business Unit Advanced Technology Facilities will advance Exyte’s vision. Her leadership will ensure operational excellence, and strengthen our capabilities in delivering innovative, high-tech solutions for our clients. She and the team will accelerate our progress toward Exyte’s strategic goals.”

Exyte’s Global Business Unit ATF is the largest business segment by sales and operates predominantly in the semiconductor, battery, photovoltaics and flat panel display markets. ATF provides consulting and planning services, engineering and design services, as well as project management services around the building of manufacturing plants and the construction of research and development facilities in the electronics industry sector. The customers include global technology and innovation leaders.

About Exyte

Exyte is a global leader in the design, engineering, and delivery of ultra-clean and sustainable facilities for high-tech industries. With cutting-edge expertise developed over more than a century, the company serves clients in the sophisticated markets of semiconductors, battery cells, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and data centers. Exyte offers a full range of services from consulting to managing the implementation of built complete solutions with the highest standards in safety and quality to its customers worldwide. Exyte creates a better future by enabling key industries to enhance the quality of modern life. In 2023, the company generated sales of €7.1 billion with around 9.900 employees worldwide. www.exyte.net 

Contact:
Samy Abdel Aal
Public Relations Manager
Mobile: +49 172 840 33 01
Phone: +49 711 880 44 696
samy.abdelaal@exyte.net
www.exyte.net

WePlay App 4th Anniversary Carnival: A Grand Social Gathering Where Play Brings Friends Together!

TAIPEI, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As a renowned app blending casual tabletop games and voice-based interactions, WePlay App has consistently innovated to reward its players. This year, it launched exciting new titles, including the adrenaline-pumping competitive battle game Smash GO! (where players choose hero characters for epic showdowns), the liar’s Party (testing players’ acting skills and logic), and the immersive 2D puzzle-adventure Ghost Tag (offering stunning visuals and atmospheric sound design).

To celebrate its 4th anniversary in March, WePlay app themed the event “Carnival of Joy,” creating a lively atmosphere filled with birthday cheer. A standout feature was the collaboration with the popular IP “Peach Cat”, releasing anniversary-themed cosmetic items featuring the adorable mascot. The celebration extended beyond the digital realm with a physical anniversary party in Taipei’s Xinyi District, bridging online and offline interactions.

On March 29th, a high-profile flagship party event was grandly held in Taipei’s Xinyi District, featuring brand-exclusive signature cocktails, an interactive birthday message wall, and other elements that strengthened the bond between the brand and its community members. This year, the event also highlighted talented player-singers voted by WePlay’s community, who delivered electrifying live performances on stage. Their extraordinary acts left attendees in awe and admiration, propelling the party atmosphere to its peak and creating unforgettable moments for all participants.

Photo from the Event
Photo from the Event

Now entering its fifth year, WePlay App remains Taiwan’s leading social gaming platform. It continues to deepen its roots in Taiwan’s market, expanding its game ecosystem and fostering a vibrant community to meet players’ evolving needs.

With a mission to redefine digital entertainment through play, WePlay App stands as a beacon for gamers seeking both challenge and camaraderie.

 

CNOOC Limited Subsidiary Completed the Transaction with INEOS Energy

HONG KONG, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CNOOC Limited (the “Company”, SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) announces that its wholly owned subsidiary, CNOOC International Limited, has completed closing of the Stock Purchase Agreement with INEOS Energy.

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Notes to Editors:

More information about the Company is available at http://www.cnoocltd.com.

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This press release includes forward looking information, including statements regarding the likely future developments in the business of the Company and its subsidiaries, such as expected future events, business prospects or financial results. The words “expect”, “anticipate”, “continue”, “estimate”, “objective”, “ongoing”, “may”, “will”, “project”, “should”, “believe”, “plans”, “intends” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These statements are based on assumptions and analyses made by the Company as of this date in light of its experience and its perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors that the Company currently believes are appropriate under the circumstances. However, whether actual results and developments will meet the current expectations and predictions of the Company is uncertain. Actual results, performance and financial condition may differ materially from the Company’s expectations, including but not limited to those associated with fluctuations in crude oil and natural gas prices, macro-political and economic factors, changes in the tax and fiscal regimes of the host countries in which we operate, the highly competitive nature of the oil and natural gas industry, environmental responsibility and compliance requirements, the Company’s price forecast, the exploration and development activities, mergers, acquisitions and divestments activities, HSSE and insurance policies and changes in anti-corruption, anti-fraud, anti-money laundering and corporate governance laws.

Consequently, all of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements. The Company cannot assure that the results or developments anticipated will be realised or, even if substantially realised, that they will have the expected effect on the Company, its business or operations.

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For further enquiries, please contact:

Ms. Cui Liu
Media & Public Relations
CNOOC Limited
Tel: +86-10-8452-6641
Fax: +86-10-8452-1441
E-mail: mr@cnooc.com.cn 

Mr. Bunny Lee
Porda Havas International Finance Communications Group
Tel: +852 3150 6707
Fax: +852 3150 6728
E-mail: cnooc.hk@pordahavas.com 

Sino Inno Lab and the Spark Promote I&T Integration in Daily Life

Engaging Over 2,000 Individuals in Its First Year in the Northern Metropolis

HONG KONG, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sino Group (‘The Group’) is dedicated to nurturing and attracting talent while supporting the development of the innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem. Since the opening of Sino Inno Lab and The Spark in the Northern Metropolis last year, the platforms have welcomed more than 1,500 visitors from local universities as well as start-ups in the Greater Bay Area and overseas, and delegates from organisations and educational institutions, in an effort to foster industry dialogue. Recently, The Spark hosted its first Community Wellness Inno Day at One North, bringing I&T closer to the community. The event showcased innovations from local university start-ups and partnered with hive, an organisation promoting balanced living and mindfulness, to offer a range of mind-body wellness activities. Over 500 community members, including underprivileged families and children from the North District, participated, enhancing well-being and raising awareness of wellness technology.

The Spark's first Community Wellness Inno Day promotes well-being and raises awareness of wellness technology.
The Spark’s first Community Wellness Inno Day promotes well-being and raises awareness of wellness technology.

Sino Inno Lab serves as a sandbox platform for start-ups, inventors, and technology companies from Hong Kong, Mainland China and beyond. It provides a space for demonstrating proof-of-concept developments and fostering collaboration on innovative solutions, supporting Hong Kong’s role as a bridge connecting the Greater Bay Area, Mainland China, and the global community, and creating broader opportunities for the local I&T sector. Located in One North, the 4,000 square-foot Sino Inno Lab also houses The Spark, an open exchange platform and a co-working space for I&T professionals. To mark its first anniversary, The Spark organised a Community Wellness Inno Day with a focus on mind-body wellness, inviting start-up teams from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the University of Hong Kong (HKU) to showcase their technology-driven products and applications for personal health and wellness.

Among them, PanopticAI, a deep-tech company leveraging HKUST’s academic and scientific research, launched the world’s first contactless pulse rate measurement mobile application, powered by AI-driven health data extraction and analysis. During the event, they introduced the ‘Wellness Journey’ in collaboration with Lify Wellness, which incorporates AI Facial Scanning Well-Being Analytics and offers personalised herbal tea recommendations. Dr Kyle Wong, CEO and co-founder of PanopticAI, stated, ‘We were thrilled to take part in Community Wellness Inno Day. It was a wonderful chance to personally introduce our AI technology to the public and witness firsthand how it positively impacts people’s lives. The feedback from and interaction with users has been truly inspiring for our team. This encouragement drives us to keep developing and enhancing our products, working towards our aim of integrating wellness technology into daily life and making a meaningful impact on society.

LocoBike, another HKUST start-up and local shared-bike brand, highlighted the natural beauty of the Northern Metropolis as it introduced its 360° VR cycling experience, which promotes healthy living and eco-friendly commuting. Additionally, a technological showcase highlighting HKU’s research, enhanced by VOTANIC, offered an immersive 360° VR bowling experience, using a high-performance CAVE automatic virtual environment system. This innovation combined health, entertainment, and advanced technology with realistic interactions and physical effects, demonstrating Hong Kong’s potential in virtual reality and AI innovation.

Mr David Ng, Group Associate Director of Sino Group, said, ‘Sino Group is committed to building up the I&T ecosystem through initiatives like the establishment of Sino Inno Lab and The Spark, enhancing the talent pool, and promoting a culture that integrates I&T into daily life while inspiring further development. We believe that the extensive application and advancement of AI will provide convenience and create significant growth opportunities. We appreciate the invaluable support and participation of our partners, industry peers, tenants, and community groups as we strive to leverage technology to strengthen community connections, nurture an I&T culture, and contribute to the ongoing development of the Northern Metropolis.’

Many participants found the event engaging and appreciated experiencing the benefits of AI in daily life. Parents noted the novelty of an AI chess-playing robot and the enjoyment their children derived from mind-body wellness activities. The event provided an opportunity for collaboration with like-minded tenants from One North, including hive, which offered complimentary activities such as Muay Thai self-defense, yoga breathing exercises, and pain point location practice. Another participating tenant, First Climb, provided rock-climbing experiences to encourage physical activity.

One North actively promotes a healthy work-life balance and regularly hosts wellness-focused activities such as yoga classes, running, and cycling events. Its 20,000-square-foot outdoor landscaped area features an accessible cycle track network that stretches from Tsuen Wan to Tuen Mun and Yuen Long Nam Sang Wai, complete with bicycle parking, changing rooms, showers, and electronic lockers to support active travel. One North recently achieved ActiveScore Certified Gold, the only globally recognised certification dedicated to active travel in real estate, underscoring its commitment to low-carbon and active commuting. 

Veda KM (CSRone) Recognized as Best Sustainability Advisory Firm by Acquisition International in UK, Creating Corporate Value with Collaborative Counseling!

TAIPEI, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Veda KM (CSRone), Veda International Group’s Sustainability Consultation Team, becomes Taiwan’s only firm to be awarded the Best Sustainability Advisory Firm by Acquisition International, demonstrating the professionalism and achievements of consultation teams assisting corporates to implement sustainability solutions. Under the situation of deepening global sustainability trends, Veda KM (CSRone) ‘s sustainability consultants not only commit to sustainability strategy development and information consultation for Taiwan and Asia-Pacific corporations but also involve deeply in industry transformation. Veda KM (CSRone) assists corporates to establish scientific foundations for carbon-reduction, supply chain management, and governance, allowing corporates to move forward steadily amidst the changes.

This international recognition by UK is an endorsement of CSRone/Veda KM’s professionalism, indicating its role as a strategic partner and important facilitator in the process of corporate sustainability. In recent years, CSRone/Veda KM also received two other international awards including Environment Analyst’s Net-Zero Accelerator Award-SMEs and Wealth & Finance International’s Most Pioneering CSR Support Enterprise. Domestically, CSRone/Veda KM was the only public relations firm to be granted Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy’s Corporate Sustainability Report Platinum Award in the service category. This year, CSRone/Veda KM sets a new achievement being recognized with Taiwan’s best consultant award with the 2024 CSR Awards organized by Acquisition International, UK’s monthly digital business magazine.

Primarily providing business strategy solutions and sustainability knowledge management services, CSRone/Veda KM promotes and counsels corporates to advance sustainability development through the power of knowledge integration. Its clients include industry leaders from the plastic, automobile, technology, finance, fashion, and medical industries. Through collaborative counseling, long-term relationships are established with corporates, allowing them to respond to evolving sustainability trends, regulatory pressures, and stakeholder engagement challenges.

Gennie Yen, CEO of Veda International Group and Founder of CSRone, shares that, “Veda KM (CSRone) has insisted on knowledge-based sustainability transformation for corporates. The award not only recognizes the service quality of our consultation team but also makes us believe that self-directed professional services and collaborative counseling brings more meaningful and effective sustainability value from the inside out.”

Richard Chen, Executive VP of Veda International Group and Head of APAC Business Strategy & Development, also points out that “we involve corporate sustainability practitioners in every step of the counseling process, from conception to implementation. This is because we believe that creating value together with our clients is the key to changing the nature of a company.”

With the weakening corporate commitment to sustainability development, the urgent need for decarbonization, tackling plastic pollution, protecting biodiversity, conserving water resources, and addressing inequality is increasing. We hope corporates understand that sustainability transformation will not die—it changes over time, and they must be proactively prepared to meet new sustainability challenges.

CONTACT: Veda KM (CSRone) Ria Ni, ria.ni@veda.com.tw

Data4Life releases Data2Evidence as open source: a new chapter for global health research

POTSDAM, Germany, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Data4Life, the nonprofit digital health organization, today announced the open-source release of its research platform Data2Evidence (D2E). With this move, Data4Life is equipping researchers and developers worldwide with powerful tools to integrate, manage, and analyze heterogeneous health data. By adopting an open-source strategy, the organization aims to foster scientific collaboration, accelerate innovation, and strengthen the interoperability of health data.

Open source for better research and greater transparency

Data2Evidence is a digital platform built around the OMOP Common Data Model (CDM), designed to streamline the standardization of health data. It enables seamless collaboration between research institutions and public health organizations by supporting interactive data integration, cohort-based exploration, and privacy-preserving data management.

The platform is flexible enough to meet the demands of a wide range of scientific use cases—from longitudinal studies to real-world evidence generation.

Open source, open science: driving innovation in health research

The open-source release of Data2Evidence marks a milestone for the global research community. Key features include:

  • Efficient data processing
     Built-in data pipelines allow for seamless ingestion, enriched by integrated quality control tools.
  • Flexible analysis tools
     Researchers can identify relevant data, build interactive cohorts, and conduct in-platform analysis or connect with machine learning systems.
  • Advanced visualization
     A customizable dashboard provides anonymized, aggregated insights and cohort comparisons to support exploratory analysis.
  • Interoperability and scalability
     Based on OMOP CDM, the platform supports open standards, making health data easier to compare, reuse, and build upon.

Why open source matters

  • Trust through transparency
     Open access to source code allows for independent review of security and privacy standards.
  • Cost efficiency
     Free from licensing fees, the platform offers institutions increased flexibility and long-term sustainability.
  • Accelerated innovation
     Global collaboration and community-driven development speed up the creation of new features and applications.

Supporting a global research community

Data2Evidence is designed for multidisciplinary research—from epidemiology, pharmacovigilance, and public health to medical informatics, data science, and health software development. Research institutions, public health agencies, and the open-source community can use the platform to unlock insights from health data and drive scientific breakthroughs.

With over 4,200 researchers in the OHDSI community already working with OMOP CDM, Data2Evidence has the potential to support thousands of scientists in making use of standardized, interoperable health data.

An open invitation to collaborate

Data4Life invites developers to join the open-source community around Data2Evidence and actively contribute to its ongoing development. The source code is available on our solution page at www.data2evidence.org, along with detailed documentation and onboarding support.

Researchers who are interested in using Data2Evidence for their own studies or have specific use cases in mind are encouraged to reach out to our team directly – we’re happy to explore how D2E can support your research needs.

“The open-source release of Data2Evidence is a significant step toward making health data research more transparent, efficient, and collaborative. We look forward to advancing evidence-based digital health together with a global community.” — Christian Weiss, CEO of Data4Life

About Data4Life
D4L data4life gGmbH is a nonprofit digital health organization funded by the Hasso Plattner Foundation. Our international team works toward a future where health data is available for research to improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment worldwide. Since its founding in 2017, Data4Life has partnered with renowned research institutions including the Charité in Berlin and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.

Data4Life is headquartered in Potsdam, Germany, with offices in Berlin and Singapore. Learn more at www.data4life.care.

Media Contact
Daniela Wilberg
media@data4life.care
Mobile: +49 162 2729163

Three Cultural Treasures of Savannakhet Earn National Heritage Status

Taleo Temple (Champa Meuanglao)

On 30 March, the governor of Savannakhet Province officially recognized three cultural treasures in the province as national heritage sites: Hor Tai Pee Dok (The Library of Buddhist Manuscripts), Taleo Temple, and Khonesavanh Singing.