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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket Launch Critical Water Safety Initiative to Combat Childhood Drowning in Thailand

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PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 June 2025 – Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach, a top family-friendly resort in Phuket, is proud to announce the launch of its impactful “Water Hero: Water Safety for Kids”, a comprehensive and complimentary water safety and swimming education program for local schoolchildren. This inspiring initiative aims to empower young lives with essential life-saving skills and responds to a critical need, as studies show that only 16% of Thai children know how to swim, despite the country’s many waterways. By promoting water confidence and safety, the resort is helping to create a safer future for the next generation.

The first student group from Bansainamyen School celebrates the launch of the ‘Water Hero’ project with representatives from Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket. This collaborative initiative will teach vital water safety skills to local children.

Recognizing the urgent need and limited access to swimming facilities in many local schools, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach is dedicating its world-class facilities and resources. In a meaningful partnership reflecting a shared commitment to community well-being and safety, Andamanda Phuket contributes its passionate team and expertise, ensuring children receive the highest standard of water safety education.

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“Every child deserves the chance to grow up safe and confident in and around water,” said Mr. Trevor May, Multi-Property General Manager, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort; and Le Méridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa. “This project reflects Marriott’s commitment in supporting the communities where we operate. By equipping children with vital life-saving skills, we’re helping build a safer future—something we’re proud to do alongside our valued partners.”

Andamanda Phuket, renowned for prioritizing guest safety, has partnered with Ellis & Associates, a globally recognized authority in aquatic safety and rescue training. This collaboration establishes comprehensive lifeguard and first aid programs that set new benchmarks for safety. This unwavering commitment to excellence means that the children participating in the “Water Hero” program will benefit from instruction rooted in the highest global safety standards, directly helping them learn to survive and be safe in the water.

“Safety defines who we are at Andamanda Phuket,” explains Khun Vorrawan James, Director of Lifeguard Operations. “Our partnership with Ellis & Associates has enabled us to establish Southeast Asia’s most advanced waterpark safety protocols. These world-class standards, which guide our expert teaching team, are now being directly applied to empower local children. By delivering this level of training, we ensure that every child learns effective water safety and survival skills, helping to build essential awareness and prevent avoidable tragedies in our community.”

The “Water Hero: Water Safety for Kids” will run from June to November 2025, with weekly sessions every Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Each session will last approximately 2.5–3 hours, accommodating up to 35 students per class across four classes.

Water Hero: Water Safety for Kids program, where Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket are leveraging their expertise and facilities to provide free, high-standard water safety training to local schoolchildren, addressing a critical public health issue.
Water Hero: Water Safety for Kids program, where Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach and Andamanda Phuket are leveraging their expertise and facilities to provide free, high-standard water safety training to local schoolchildren, addressing a critical public health issue.

A key partnership for this vital program is with Sainamyen School, a local school in Patong, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach will provide the venue (swimming pools), equipment, first-aid safety personnel, transportation for students, and nutritious food and beverages. Andamanda Phuket will provide the professional teaching team and certified lifeguards, ensuring high-quality instruction and supervision.

This initiative underscores Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach‘s deep commitment to corporate social responsibility and the well-being of the local community. By directly addressing a critical public health issue, the resort is setting a powerful example of how businesses can make a tangible, life-saving difference.

Learn more about our family-friendly resort in Phuket and plan your perfect family getaway here

Call +66 (076) 335 300 or email: [email protected] to book now
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About Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

is a family-friendly resort complementing a beautiful, secluded stretch of a white sandy beach. Set amongst forested mountains and lush, tropical landscaped gardens, and located on a beautiful, secluded stretch of Tri-Trang Beach, this Phuket spa resort boasts its own reef and stylish accommodation. It offers 414 guestrooms featuring state-of-the-art facilities with 12 superbly designed accommodation options. From romantic seclusion to family fun, with three beautifully appointed swimming pools, modern fitness facilities, Kids’ Club, Spa and a wide variety of food & beverage options, the resort provides outstanding activity programs for all ages, offering extensive options for the most discerning traveler.

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New Documentary A MONA LISA OBSESSION from Discovery to debut December 14 in Southeast Asia

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 December 2025 – A brand-new documentary A Mona Lisa Obsession explores various perspectives of the Mona Lisa, an iconic masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci, set to air in Southeast Asia on the Discovery Channel on Thursday, December 11 2025 at 7:10 PM and on Discovery Asia on Sunday, December 14 at 9:00 PM.

A Mona Lisa Obsession touches on the origins of the Mona Lisa, from the Italian Renaissance, and the painting’s passage through France with King Francis l and Napoleon Bonaparte, to the Louvre – the documentary also zooms in on a rare private art collection in Taiwan which includes a likeness of the painting of Mona Lisa, a work of art that some consider to be a youthful depiction reminiscent of Mona Lisa.

Owned by Frank Huang, an art collector and Taiwanese technology leader from Taiwan, this depiction of the Mona Lisa from his private collection adds a unique perspective to the ongoing conversation surrounding one of Leonardo da Vinci’s most iconic works.

The Mona Lisa has long captivated the world with her enigmatic smile and mysterious gaze – over centuries, many artistic interpretations inspired by the Mona Lisa have emerged, with scholars discovering more hidden details and subtle symbols, fueling the fascination of the original painting.

Catch A Mona Lisa Obsession in Southeast Asia on the Discovery Channel, Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 7:10 PM SGT and on Discovery Asia on Sunday, December 14 at 9:00 PM SGT.

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About Discovery Channel

Across every platform, Discovery Channel is dedicated to connecting audiences who have a passion for adventure and crave a connection to the world around them. Popular series including Deadliest Catch, Expedition Unknown and Gold Rush, along with Shark Week, the annual tentpole programming event, serve as trusted portals that transport viewers directly into thrilling, real, high stakes moments. Through smart, authentic characters whose stories inform and inspire, Discovery celebrates the men and women who will stop at nothing to explore new spaces and achieve their dreams. For more information, please visit

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Financial Stress Keeps Singapore Awake, while Overall Well-Being in APAC Lags Behind Global Peers

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Promotion of exercise culture and therapy may boost physical and mental health

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 December 2025 – Despite mounting stress due to sustained concerns with the cost of living, vitality and overall well-being levels in Singapore remain consistent with last year. However, stress has a demonstrable effect on respondents’ mental and physical well-being, signaling the importance of a holistic approach to healthcare that encompasses both aspects.

The Singapore report of the Cigna Healthcare International Health Study 2025, released today encompasses more than 11,000 respondents across 13 markets, including 1,000 in Singapore and 4,000 across the Asia-Pacific region. The study reveals that physical, mental and financial well-being are the three aspects prioritized by Singapore residents. However, financial well-being is ranked the lowest with almost four in 10 (39%) rating their financial health as “fair” or “poor”.

Raymond Ng, CEO & Country Manager, Cigna Healthcare Singapore & Australia said: “Health and vitality are key to building resilient communities. It promises the well-being of our workforce and enables us to grow and prosper as a society. While vitality and well-being levels held firm among Singapore residents, more needs to be done in today’s uncertain environment to tackle stressors that can negatively impact their physical and mental well-being.”

The key indicators of vitality and well-being in Singapore are as follows:

Vitality Score Overall Well-Being

(% rating as “excellent” or “very good”)

Top Three Areas of Well-Being

(% rating as “excellent” or “very good” in 2025)

2025: 61.2

2024: 61.4

2025: 34%

2024: 33%

Family well-being: 44%

Mental well-being: 36%

Physical well-being: 34%


On a regional level, overall well-being in Asia Pacific lags behind the global average, with less than three in 10 (28%) Asia-Pacific respondents rating their overall well-being as “excellent” or “very good”, compared to four in 10 (41%) globally. While physical and mental well-being are the two most important aspects of well-being for respondents globally, financial well-being is more important for those in Asia Pacific, coming in as the third most important aspect. With financial well-being remaining the weakest aspect across the globe, there is a pressing need for governments and organizations to render support to address financial concerns.

Robert Peat, Chief Executive Officer, Asia Pacific, Cigna Healthcare said: “Asia Pacific continues to be one of the fastest growing regions in the world. To sustain this momentum, communities and employers need to recognize that healthy people are the foundation of a healthy economy and implement measures to close the gaps in their well-being.”

Sleepless in Singapore: Financial stress as the sleep killer

While mental well-being in Singapore remains stable with more than a third of respondents rating it as “excellent” or “very good” this year, eight in 10 (79%) respondents are stressed. Their greatest stressors are the current cost of living (53%); uncertainty about the future (47%); and personal finance (43%).

Stress affects more than mental and emotional health and can have huge implications on physical well-being. Our study reveals that disrupted sleep is the most common effect of stress among respondents in the nation, with close to half (48%) of respondents who are stressed reporting this effect, compared to 38% regionally.

Therapy remains underused by Singapore respondents. Despite nearly half (49%) of respondents reporting being negatively impacted by poor mental health, nearly nine in 10 (89%) say they did not receive counselling or therapy in the past 12 months, with 77% believing they do not need it. Given the impacts of stress and poor mental health on physical and overall well-being, more efforts are needed to raise awareness about the benefits of therapy and destigmatize seeking help.

Exercise culture runs strong in Singapore

More than a quarter (26%) of respondents in Singapore rate their exercise habits as “excellent” or “very good”.

When asked how they manage their weight, two-thirds (66%) said they exercise regularly, higher than the Asia-Pacific average of 61%; with only 4% of Singapore respondents turning to medication for weight management. The findings underscore a relatively strong exercise culture and the prioritization of healthy habits among those living in the nation. Communities and organizations may leverage the growing fitness trend to enhance physical well-being.

Cautious optimism around AI in healthcare

Close to half (47%) of Singapore respondents are positive about the impact of AI on healthcare, with 45% expecting it will reduce wait times within three years. This could have an outsized impact in Singapore, as respondents here are 29% more likely to have delayed or avoided getting care due to concern with wait times than their regional counterparts.

Additionally, almost half of Singapore respondents (48%) mention a reduction in human interaction as an expected change with the advent of AI. The challenge ahead is striking the right balance between efficiency and empathy.

The full findings of the report are available here.
Hashtag: #CignaHealthcare #CignaHealthcareInternationalHealthStudy #Health #Wellness #Wellbeing




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Cigna Healthcare is a division of The Cigna Group, a global health company committed to creating a better future built on the health and vitality of every individual and every community. Cigna Healthcare is a health benefits provider that advocates for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the healthcare system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality.

Cigna Healthcare Singapore is a strong believer of total health and wellness and prides itself on delivering personalized solutions for the health of our clients and customers. To achieve this, Cigna Healthcare Singapore works as one global team and in close partnership with its customers, network providers and communities to understand and address their diverse needs. Learn more at

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SWISS REJU wins “JESSICA Best AI Body Slimming Award” with INDIBA

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 December 2025 – SWISS REJU has earned “Best AI Slimming Treatment Award” at the prestigious JESSICA Beauty and Wellness Awards, honouring exceptional mastery of artificial intelligence in the beauty industry. SWISS REJU also announces the official launch of INDIBA, an FDA and CE approved technology that helps to burn visceral fat and contour the body, creating an even stronger technical offering for its signature, multi-award winning program “SWISS REJU K-Lipolysis”.

SWISS REJU won the “Best AI Slimming Treatment Award” at the prestigious JESSICA Beauty and Wellness Awards

The JESSICA Beauty and Wellness Awards celebrate excellence across luxury beauty, healthcare and wellness. It is one of the most recognized beauty industry awards in Hong Kong. The organizer, JESSICA, is a major lifestyle and media company. For over 25 years, JESSICA has been reporting on fashion, lifestyle and business, as one of the most trustworthy and influential media sources in Hong Kong.

“We’re incredibly fortunate to win this new, Best AI Slimming Award with JESSICA,” said the spokesperson for SWISS REJU. “Our goal was to provide our guests with top medical aesthetic technologies. Platforms like BTL EXION and INDIBA, are exactly the type of top medical technologies which SWISS REJU is heavily investing in. The breathtaking results powered by AI, reflect the endless possibilities new technologies can bring to the beauty and slimming field”

The JESSICA Beauty and Wellness Awards is extremely selective and has a rigorous nominations and editorial selection process. Only brands that have been proven to provide genuine service and excellent results are eligible to compete. Amongst the Winners this year, are Australian organic brand “CANVAS” and Japanese household name “Panasonic VITALIFT” beauty appliances.

SWISS REJU, with its heavy investment in new and prestigious technologies such as INDIBA (recently approved in Europe under the Medical Device Regulation), offers a seamless blend of traditional wellness and innovation, allowing guests to experience what many considered to be one of the most effective slimming treatments in Hong Kong. INDIBA with its trademark Proionic 448khz technology, is loved by the Top 1% most influential users in the world, amongst them European royalties, celebrity footballers and international singers.

The recognition of this major annual Award, reaffirms SWISS REJU’s commitment to exceptional technology. It is the 12th annual award won by the brand, representing a new record.

SWISS REJU and integrative power of cutting edge technologies

SWISS REJU’s trademarked “K-Lipolysis” body contouring program offers winning technologies including INDIBA, BTL EXION, Winback, ATP LIPO X, amongst others. It is the unique contouring solution beauty lovers are craving for.
Hashtag: #SWISSREJU #熱光溶脂

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