On Thursday, petrol prices in Vietnam saw a significant hike due to a surge in global fuel prices. The country’s most widely consumed fuel, E10 RON95, experienced a 4.28% price rise, bringing its cost to VND21,430…
Swedish furniture giant, Ikea, anticipates a substantial increase in its investment in India, aiming to reach a total of US$2.2 billion by 2030 as part of its aggressive expansion strategy. Doubling Investments Patrik Antoni, the CEO of Ikea India, revealed…
LivWell, a leading Singapore-based InsurTech firm, has announced plans to broaden its OneHealth employee benefits scheme in Vietnam. The expansion includes the development of specialized insurance solutions, focused on various health conditions. The company’s…
The luxury hotel sector in Hong Kong has shown remarkable resilience, bouncing back stronger than the broader hospitality industry in the city. According to the property consultancy JLL, room rates have even surpassed those of 2018, indicating a significant…
On Thursday afternoon, fluctuations in global rates resulted in a decrease in gasoline prices and an increase in diesel prices. The popular gasoline variant, E10 RON95, saw a 2.01% drop pricing it at VND20,000 (US$0.76) per liter. Diesel Prices Rise as…
In Vietnam, gasoline prices experienced a minor decrease on Thursday amidst the ongoing global price instability due to the uncertainties surrounding the peace talks between the U.S. and Iran. E10 RON95, a commonly used fuel, saw a 3.73% drop, bringing its…
The Australian government has announced plans to further alleviate the financial strain on motorists impacted by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, is expected to confirm that the nation’s petrol price relief…
NAORA, the world’s first membership-based private sailing expedition, is disrupting the luxury travel market with a model that gives Asia’s most discerning travellers recurring, flexible access to a five-year global voyage — with a significant portion of the…
In the bustling city of Shanghai, a unique business model is quickly gaining popularity. Paw, a self-proclaimed preschool for dogs, is leveraging a new trend among Chinese millennials who are increasingly viewing their pets as family members and investing…
From June 11, all Singaporean households will be eligible to receive S$500 (US$380) in Community Development Council (CDC) vouchers. This initiative is set to ease the financial burden of living costs for approximately 1.38 million households across the…
In response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Indonesian public corporation Pertamina has substantially elevated its fuel prices, marking the first rise since hostilities commenced. The price of 92-octane gasoline, popularly referred to as Pertamax…
From the outer reefs of the Maldives to the hidden anchorages of Raja Ampat, from the wild coast of Patagonia to the Society Islands of the South Pacific — NAORA offers its members a world that goes far beyond what any itinerary can contain. Anchored in a…
In response to decreasing global rates, Vietnam has adjusted its fuel prices downwards as of Thursday afternoon. RON95 gasoline, the country’s most commonly used fuel, decreased by 5.4%, taking it from its price last week to VND24,150 (US$0.54) per liter.…
Naora, an innovative private expedition venture established by seasoned maritime professionals from Belgium, is transforming the way individuals experience extended sea voyages. Instead of operating as a charter company, Naora serves as a membership-based…
HBO Go, the previously ubiquitous streaming service, will officially withdraw its operations from Vietnam as of June 15. Its absence will pave the way for the introduction of HBO Max, a formidable competitor to streaming giant Netflix. The HBO Go service was…
The Malaysian government is currently evaluating a proposal aimed at revising petrol subsidies for the country’s high-income households. This proposition was initially presented roughly four weeks ago and has been under close scrutiny by the respective…
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