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Galaxy Macau Signals Summer’s Arrival: Grand Resort Deck Reopens, Inviting Guests to ‘Make Waves’
Macau’s Unrivalled Skytop Waves Define a Season of Sophisticated Leisure and Aquatic Fun at the Award-winning Integrated Resort
MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 April 2025 – Spring blossoms into summer, as the mercury begins its anticipated climb, with the thrill of waves calling all fun-and-sun seekers. Get ready to dive into the aquatic landscape of Galaxy Macau’s world-class luxury integrated resort—which unveils its legendary Grand Resort Deck on April 18, transforming the property into an expansive rooftop aquatic outdoor playground. Guests staying at any of the integrated resort’s eight luxury hotels can enjoy exclusive access to boundless waves and thrilling adventures. Whether conquering the exhilarating 1.5-meter swells of the world’s largest sky-high wave pool or drifting down the 575-meter Skytop Adventure Rapids, the reopening of the Grand Resort Deck marks the start of an unforgettable summer.
Grand Resort Deck, Make Waves
This year, the Grand Resort Deck invites discerning global travelers and residents alike, to ‘Make Waves,’ embracing a season defined by elevated leisure, vibrant energy, and the creation of lasting memories against a backdrop of unparalleled aquatic attractions. Guests are invited to plunge into the world’s largest elevated wave pool, a feat of engineering that spans 8,000 square meters, capable of generating 1.5-meter high waves – providing genuine surf within the sightline of the Cotai skyline. Complementing these dynamic features are swathes of pristine white sand, forming a 150-meter beach that offers moments of tranquil repose. Guests can chart their own course for summer enjoyment – whether that involves the exhilaration of the wave pool, a leisurely drift along the rapids, finding quiet sanctuary in a private cabana, or being swept along a transparent slide. Younger guests can revel in the dedicated water playgrounds that offer dedicated beachside play zones for the whole family to enjoy. Whimsical play is amplified by the giant transparent aqua rollers and a kaleidoscope of spray zones.
Pulsating beats from poolside DJs transition the Grand Resort Deck from daytime family fun to sundown escapades. This year, the Grand Resort Deck extends its opening hours until 8 p.m., transforming this remarkable 75,000-square-meter expanse into a day-to-night spectacle, culminating in beachside stargazing atop the waves after dark.
“The Grand Resort Deck is more than an amenity; it’s a cornerstone of the Galaxy Macau award-winning integrated resort experience that comes alive during the summer. We are dedicated to creating compelling new reasons for our global guests to enjoy exceptional leisure experiences,” says Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer–Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group. “The ‘Make Waves’ theme encourages our guests to fully immerse themselves in the possibilities – from family fun to world-class wellness and sophisticated relaxation. We believe the scale, quality and sheer breadth of the Grand Resort Deck offer a compelling draw for visitors seeking a distinguished escape for the summer.”
Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hospitality, Tailored for All
Beyond the water, guests can expect award-winning Forbes’ Travel Guide Five Star service at Galaxy Macau—which has celebrated the accolade of having the most Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotels under one roof of any luxury resort company worldwide for three years running —boasting eight distinct luxury hotel properties, including Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton Macau, Broadway Macau, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, and Andaz Macau. Together, they offer 5,000 unparalleled rooms, suites, and villas overlooking the Grand Resort Deck’s aquatic tropical landscape and Taipa’s glittering skyline.
At Galaxy Kidz Edutainment Center, little ones can dive into themed activities filled with fun and new things to learn. From STEAM activities, cooking classes and hand craft workshops, to endless hotel activities. Every Friday to Sunday in April and May 1–5, families can find Galaxy Kidz’s Mascot Wavey, the lovable Peacock, throughout the property’s different locations. Kids can enjoy a diverse and extensive program when staying at Galaxy Macau by joining Wavey’s fun activities, promising an exclusive gift as a reward. Little guests even can bring home delightful limited-edition merchandise from Wavey.
“Glow & Flow” Weekend Wellness Premium Packages: Neon Yoga and SUP Yoga
To elevate this unparalleled experiential getaway, from May 10 – June 7, weekend-exclusive packages (priced at MOP 468) grant access to ‘Glow Yoga Nights’ or a Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga Session, paired with all-day access to the Grand Resort Deck and a MOP 200 dining voucher. Neon Yoga Night is led by professional artists who adorn participants with body art, transforming yoga poses into a luminous spectacle under blacklight. SUP Yoga Sessions, guided by expert instructors, practice balance and mindfulness atop floating platforms in the wave pool. Surprise moments of wellness and fun define this summer season at the world’s largest rooftop wave pool, perfect for photo-worthy moments for the endless summer.
Refined Poolside Enjoyment
Crafting a personal narrative for summer, guests can savor alfresco dining at The Ritz-Carlton Pool Bar or Cabana at Banyan Tree Macau, both offering international fare with panoramic poolside views. The Pool Bar at JW Marriott serves a refreshing array of fresh juices and light bites, while The Breeze Café offers artisanal coffee for moments of poolside serenity. For sips between dips, the Surf Bar delivers curated cocktails and a diverse selection of global bites.
This summer, Galaxy Macau invites guests to ride a new wave of luxury—where every splash, slide, and sunset redefines what it means to escape in style. Whether for family getaways, friends’ reunions, or romantic retreats, the Grand Resort Deck is a signature attraction ensuring a world-class, all-in-one experience that solidifies Galaxy Macau’s unrivalled position as Asia’s leading destination for premium leisure and entertainment .
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About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort
Galaxy Macau™, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the “Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World”. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau and Andaz Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.
As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the hottest shopping destination featuring the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. Spanning over 100,000-square-meter, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of labels are among the more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping journey; Galaxy Cinemas, immersive thrills and luxurious comfort go hand in hand at Galaxy Cinemas. All 10 theaters are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind cabaret lounge that evokes the glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with stylish entertainment and customizable surrounds; and Foot Hub, which presents the traditional art of reflexology for authentic relaxation and revitalization. For Authentic Macau Flavours and Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also catered to with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and an expert service team.
Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meters of total flexible MICE, and the 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.
For more details, please visit 
www.galaxymacau.com, www.broadwaymacau.com.mo and www.galaxyicc.com.
The decision was announced during the discussion “Competition Development in Global Grain Trade: Joint Efforts of BRICS Countries”, organized by the BRICS Competition Law and Policy Centre on the sidelines of the 23rd Session of the UNCTAD Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Competition Law and Policy in Geneva.
The event included a closed meeting of BRICS competition authorities and a public panel featuring researchers, academics and representatives of international organizations.
Discussions focused on competition in global grain markets, the growing influence of financialization and digitalization across agricultural value chains, and policy tools to improve market transparency. Participants also reviewed the findings of a joint report prepared by the BRICS Competition Centre and UNCTAD (link: https://www.bricscompetition.org/ru/grainreport) , first presented at the 9th BRICS International Competition Conference in Cape Town in 2025.
A coordinated market study
The central outcome of the meeting was the establishment of a BRICS task force that will coordinate a joint sector inquiry into global grain trade within the framework of the BRICS Working Group on Food Markets.
The task force will be co-chaired by Diogo Thomson, President of Brazil’s Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE), and Mahmoud Momtaz, Chairperson of the Egyptian Competition Authority (ECA).
Thomson welcomed the initiative and proposed making competition in global grain trade a key topic at the next BRICS International Competition Conference, scheduled to take place in Brazil in 2027.
“Brazil is the only jurisdiction that has launched an investigation into digital grain trading platforms such as Covantis. I therefore strongly welcome this sector inquiry, which will help us better understand the impact of digitalization across grain supply chains and the risks it may create for competition. I also support using the BRICS Competition Centre as the coordination platform for this work,” he said.
Momtaz said one of the main conclusions of the BRICS-UNCTAD report was the significant role speculative activity plays in global grain markets.
“One of the key findings of the report presented by the BRICS Competition Centre is the extent to which speculative factors influence global grain trade. The most effective response is greater market transparency. We should not accept a situation where farmers receive only a small share of the value they create while consumers in Egypt pay excessively high prices for bread. Where does this margin accumulate, and who ultimately benefits from it? These are the questions our sector inquiry should answer,” he said.
He also proposed that the task force develop a common AI-powered price monitoring tool covering BRICS grain markets.
“Such a tool would provide the information needed for market analysis and become an important complement to the joint sector inquiry,” Momtaz added.
From analysis to policy recommendations
Hardin Ratshisusu, Deputy Commissioner of the Competition Commission of South Africa, said the study should contribute to the implementation of the BRICS Grain Exchange initiative endorsed by BRICS leaders in the Kazan Declaration (2024) and the Rio de Janeiro Declaration (2025).
“The proposal to establish a BRICS Grain Exchange should become one of the key recommendations of the sector inquiry as an innovative mechanism for restoring competition in global grain trade. Our objective is not merely to identify market problems but to develop practical recommendations that can ultimately be submitted to the leaders of our countries,” he said.
Alexey Ivanov, Director of the BRICS Competition Law and Policy Centre, said competition authorities should play a central role in designing the institutional framework of the future exchange.
“The BRICS Grain Exchange should not become another formal institution. It must serve as a practical mechanism for improving competition and market transparency. Competition authorities are uniquely positioned to identify the institutional features that will allow the exchange to achieve these objectives,” he said.
Growing international role
Frédéric Jenny, Chairmanof the OECD Competition Committee, said the initiative demonstrated the growing international role of BRICS competition authorities.
“This project illustrates how BRICS competition authorities are becoming drivers of the global competition agenda. In the past, they largely followed the lead of developed jurisdictions. That is no longer the case. There are very few examples worldwide of such close cooperation between competition authorities. This applies not only to joint market studies, but also to enforcement cooperation and competition advocacy. Rather than acting individually, you have found both the mechanisms and the political will to work together,” Jenny said.
The task force will now begin developing the methodology and work plan for the joint inquiry. Its findings are expected to provide policy recommendations aimed at strengthening competition, improving transparency in global grain trade, and supporting future BRICS initiatives in agricultural markets.
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Today’s premium SUVs are expected to do more than ever before. For EVs, that expectation increasingly extends beyond the drive itself to the ownership experience that comes with it.
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 July 2026 – There’s a reason premium SUVs remain the vehicle of choice across much of the Middle East. People here spend a lot of time in their cars, commuting between cities, shuttling between meetings, while thinking nothing of driving hundreds of kilometers over a long weekend.
A vehicle is where conference calls are taken between appointments, where children fall asleep in the back seat on the drive home, and where many of the ordinary moments of daily life quietly unfold. That is also why buyers in the region tend to value both performance and convenience, rather than simply paying for horsepower or a premium badge.
Electric vehicles have made those decisions even more nuanced. Not long ago, conversations about EVs were largely centered on battery size, driving range and charging times. Those questions still matter, but increasingly, buyers also demand a clear picture of their post-delivery ownership experience, specifically requiring convenient charging, straightforward servicing, and long-term support.
Viewed through that lens, perhaps the most interesting thing about the VinFast VF 8 isn’t any single specification. Rather, it is the way the company has approached the ownership experience around it.
Designed by the legendary Italian design house Pininfarina, the all-electric D-segment SUV combines premium styling with everyday practicality. With up to 493 km of NEDC driving range and up to 402 horsepower through its dual-motor AWD system, the VF 8 is equally at home navigating city traffic or tackling longer journeys across the region. Its spacious cabin, Level 2 driver assistance technologies and 15.6-inch infotainment display are designed with comfort in mind, whether the journey lasts twenty minutes or two hours.
In the UAE, buyers also benefit from a 10-year vehicle warranty, a 10-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty, 24/7 roadside assistance and five years of free maintenance up to 100,000 km. These benefits strike at the heart of the EV ownership experience, especially for first-time buyers. Running low on charge before an important meeting or worrying about finding support on a long drive are precisely the kinds of concerns that can make consumers hesitate about making the switch.
Globally, VinFast has been investing heavily in the ecosystem surrounding its vehicles. Earlier this year, the company signed agreements with 29 international aftersales partners as part of its plan to expand its global service network to more than 1,100 workshops across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia during 2026. The initiative includes globally standardized technician training alongside software updates, battery inspections and technical support throughout the ownership journey.
In the UAE, VinFast works with Al Tayer Motors to provide local aftersales support while continuing to strengthen its regional service network through experienced local partners. Earlier this year, the company also signed an MoU with PlusX Electric, a DEWA-approved charging provider, to complement its charging ecosystem with portable charging pods, on-demand mobile charging and emergency roadside charging services.
In many ways, the Middle East’s EV market is still writing its next chapter. Buyers have more choices than ever before, but expectations are rising just as quickly. Developing a competitive electric SUV addresses only part of the equation; ensuring a seamless ownership experience may ultimately prove equally decisive.
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Alpro Launches Subsidised RM1 Ferritin Checks to Help Women Understand, Prepare and Live Well Through the Transition to Menopause
Before Menopause, Many Women Are Already Struggling in Silence
While menopause is becoming more widely discussed, the years leading up to it often receive far less attention. During perimenopause, women may experience changes in their menstrual cycle, energy levels, concentration, sleep, mood and overall well-being. These changes may begin several years before menopause and can gradually affect a woman’s daily life, work and family responsibilities.
The fatigue women are expected to live with
Women in their late thirties, forties, and early fifties often carry multiple responsibilities at home, at work, and within their communities. Persistent exhaustion or difficulty concentrating may therefore be dismissed as stress, lack of sleep, ageing or simply part of having a busy life.
Representing the Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM, Associate Professor Dr Mahmathi Karuppannan said:
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About Alpro Group
Founded in 2002, Alpro Group’s ecosystem has grown to include Alpro Pharmacy, Apotek Alpro, Alpro スギ (Sugi) Pharmacy, Alpro Physio, Alpro Clinic, Alpro Baby, Alpro OptiSaver, Alpro Audiology, Alpro Health, and Alpro Foundation. Supported by a team of more than 1,000 healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists, nutritionists, dietitians, physiotherapists, optometrist and many others, Alpro serves over 5 million families in Malaysia and Indonesia through its extensive network of 500 physical outlets.
Alpro Pharmacy is the first and only community pharmacy in the region to offer product liability insurance of MYR 1 million in Malaysia and IDR 3 billion in Indonesia, ensuring the supply of genuine medications and enhancing consumer trust.
With the vision of a healthy and vibrant world, Alpro Group aims to become the No. 1 prescription pharmacy chain in Southeast Asia.
