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Blooms the Chemist, an Australian community pharmacy chain, is rolling out a new store design at its Figtree branch, aiming to provide a welcoming and hassle-free shopping journey for its local customers. New Store Design As part of a revamped brand approach,…
A vast counterfeit dietary supplement production operation has been exposed by authorities in a Hanoi industrial park, potentially impacting millions of consumers. The operation, allegedly run by Medistar Vietnam Company, is believed to have produced and…
For devotees of brief video content, the introduction of TikTok’s latest application focused on ‘micro dramas’ comes as exciting news. This new application is a development of TikTok’s commitment to fostering engagement and innovation in the realm of digital…
Between 2023 and 2025, the Singapore government allocated SGD600,000 (US$466,000) from its short-term relief fund to provide financial aid to 260 employees who were left without pay when their companies went into liquidation. The relief fund aims to support…
In 2025, Singapore achieved the status of the second-wealthiest nation globally according to per capita gross domestic product (GDP), with a figure standing at US$90,700. This impressive economic performance placed the Asian island state just behind…
Bangkok is currently evaluating proposals for a pedestrian and cycling bridge across the Chao Phraya River. This initiative is part of an effort to rejuvenate the city’s historic old town and create a fresh, urban landmark. The Bangkok Metropolitan…
Instagram users have recently been reporting an influx of unsolicited password reset emails. Instagram has now responded by stating that these emails are the result of an internal glitch, not a security breach. Instagram’s Response to Password Reset Emails…
Yoshihisa Tawara, a Japanese business owner, is taking measures to improve benefits for his Vietnamese employees in order to secure their continued employment. Tawara’s concerns arise from the fear that rapid economic development in Vietnam, combined with an…
As of Thursday, gasoline prices in Vietnam have significantly dropped, hitting a record low since February 2021. The highly preferred fuel, RON95, witnessed a decrease of about 1.85%, bringing its price down to VND18,560 (US$0.71) per liter. Likewise, Biofuel…
Swedish furniture giant, Ikea, has announced that it will be shutting down seven of its outlets in China, effective from February 2. The decision was revealed in a statement issued by the company on Wednesday. The targeted locations for the shutdown include a…
Indonesia is currently experiencing a “demographic dividend” phase, characterized by a surge in the young population. However, this younger generation, primarily Generation Z (those born between 1997 and 2012), is wrestling with significant employment…
Insurer Singlife’s comprehensive shared service center, PROPEL, has announced a change in leadership one year after its inception. Yirong Wee has assumed the role of chief executive officer (CEO), succeeding Steven Ong, who will spearhead a new business…
The healthcare industry is entering the new year with a strong momentum, backed by increased transparency surrounding government healthcare policies and a surge of investor interest. The sector’s future earnings prospects are on the rise, spurred by a robust…
On Thursday, Vietnam witnessed a decrease in gasoline prices, continuing the downward trend from the previous week, in line with the global slump in fuel costs. The nation’s common fuel, RON95, experienced a 3.16% decrease, bringing it down to VND19,000.…
Three years ago, Thanh Truc, a 33-year-old Vietnamese woman, returned home from Japan with a savings of VND200 million (approximately US$7,600). Now, she finds herself preparing to leave her homeland once more. From Beautician to Factory Worker Prior to…
The well-known, short-form video application, TikTok, has made strides towards securing its future in the U.S. market. The company’s U.S. assets will be sold to an American investor group following the signing of necessary agreements. This move is a…
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