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The Energy Rises at Galaxy Macau for a Playful Summer of Aquatic Sports & Showmanship
The award-winning leader in integrated resort experiences unveils an electrifying summer line-up that brings together technology, entertainment, and immersive fun—turning up the excitement of football fever while transforming the resort into a dynamic Motorsurf stage.
MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2026 – Galaxy Macau is set to ignite the season with a spectacular, cutting-edge summer takeover—where football fever meets high-octane water action. The luxury resort celebrates the spirit of the beautiful game in collaboration with Coca-Cola at the East Square, alongside electrifying Motorsurf performances taking centre stage for a nearly three-month-long adrenaline showcase at the world’s largest skytop surfable wave pool within the iconic Grand Resort Deck. Elevating the excitement even further, Galaxy Promenade will bloom into an enchanting secret garden, adorned with vibrant, oversized floral installations perfect for picture-perfect moments. Paired with an irresistible line-up of live entertainment across Galaxy Macau’s world-class venues, this summer promises boundless energy, immersive experiences, and unforgettable fun—only at Galaxy Macau, where Summer Comes to Play.
Motorsurf Spectacles | World-class Local Athletes Illuminate Grand Resort Deck
The summer heat is unleashed at Galaxy Macau as it elevates the season’s excitement with a series of exhilarating Motorsurf spectacles that last for the summer season at the Grand Resort Deck—a first in any resort in Macau, celebrating the thrill of cutting-edge aquatic sport and the rising trajectory of local athletic talents.
Motorsurf is a high-intensity water sport that merges surfing with motorised propulsion, where riders glide across the water on powered boards, carving through waves with precision, accelerating with speed, and executing dynamic freestyle manoeuvres—delivering a compelling fusion of control, power, artistry and wonder.
Presented in collaboration with the water sport’s leading athletes, the weekend showcases will run from now until August 30 at 4:00pm and 5:30pm. Each performance features skilled riders conquering waves at Skytop Wave Pool in choreographed actions that amplify both the adrenaline-fuelled nature of the sport and the finesse of their technique, set against the iconic backdrop of the Grand Resort Deck.
From July 6, families can also discover “Aquatainment Island”—a brand-new children’s zone curated and designed for maximum playtime and fun for toddlers up to nine-year-olds. Together with the existing Splash Cove, Aquatainment Island establishes the Grand Resort Deck as Macau’s largest aquatic play destination of its kind.
Completing the summer line-up, a series of vibrant and dynamic outdoor pool parties will energise the Grand Resort Deck, featuring top DJs and performers from across the region, paired with curated refreshments for the ultimate fun resort experience.
Drone Football | Try Your Manoeuvres and Score Goals
In partnership with “Coca-Cola”, Galaxy Macau brings the thrill of the football matches to life at East Square with an immersive, high-tech football experience that blends innovation, competition, and summer energy – “Coca-Cola” Football Fever Playground. Guests are invited to step onto the football pitch, where they take control of drone-powered footballs—testing their agility and precision as they manoeuvre for the perfect goal.
With a minimum spend of MOP200 across the resort and the purchase of a designated “Coca-Cola” product at the eye-catching Playground, Galaxy Macau members can step into their moment of glory for a chance to win exclusive “Coca-Cola” collectibles and enticing Galaxy Macau dining vouchers.
Designed to be as visually captivating as it is interactive, the “Coca-Cola” Football Fever Playground is a vibrant hub for capturing dynamic, share-worthy moments, immersing guests in the electrifying spirit of world football. Running from now to July 19, it kicks off a season of non-stop excitement—bringing the excitement of the pitch for even more energetic experiences through to September.
A Floral Fantasyland of Plush Blooms to Treasure
This summer, Galaxy Promenade blossoms into an enchanting garden escape, where luxury retail meets artful imagination in a vibrant, sensorial setting. Oversized plush floral installations transform the shopping haven, from whimsical giant blooms styled as hot air balloons to a striking suspended floral centrepiece overhead that creates a dreamlike ambiance – all at Promenade Central, inviting guests to step inside for share-worthy moments.
Curated garden zones throughout inspire exploration, relaxation, and discovery, seamlessly blending fashion, art, and experience in a setting designed to delight. Guests are encouraged to linger and indulge, with exclusive seasonal privileges enhancing each visit—from engaging activities to complimentary plush bouquets or refreshing drinks with designated spending.
At Jade Lobby, a captivating floral installation takes centre stage, featuring Glitz & Glam Dynamic Videos, where a robotic camera captures stylish short clips against the whimsical backdrop. Available from June 30 to August 31, the summer garden brings playful elegance to Galaxy Macau, creating fun, unforgettable, picture-perfect moments at every turn.
Savour the Season: A Curated Journey of Summer Flavours
At Galaxy Macau, guests “ignite their taste buds” with an exceptional culinary journey. The award-winning resort brings together an impressive collection of star-studded restaurants and renowned chefs, presenting a vibrant array of seasonal cuisines. This summer, from refreshing and wellness-focused dishes featuring gourd and rare wild mushrooms with charcoal grill experiences, exquisite desserts, and cooling beverages, thoughtfully curated to showcase the resort’s culinary excellence and creativity—delivering a refreshing yet indulgent sensory escape this season.
A variety of nourishing, seasonal specialties across several Chinese restaurants, include Pak Loh Chiu Chow Restaurant and Bei Shan Lou, where chefs highlight the natural sweetness and layered textures of seasonal gourds. Meanwhile, Galaxy Macau’s team of master chefs carefully select rare wild mushrooms sourced from regions such as Yunnan and Changbai Mountain—featuring prized ingredients like matsutake and lingzhi—innovatively prepared with refined culinary techniques to bring out their natural flavours and nutritional benefits. These dishes offer guests a harmonious combination of health, taste, and the refined artistry of contemporary Chinese cuisine.
A line-up of limited-time summer delicacies and beverages further enhances the seasonal experience with refreshing highlights. Guests can savour vibrant fruit-based iced drinks and hand-pounded lemon teas at Nagomi and Waso Cafe, as well as sophisticated cold-brew tea creations infused with natural ingredients at Blossom Palaces and Pang’s Kitchen, among other Chinese restaurants, and signature coffee blends at Raffles Lounge & Terrace. Meanwhile, Casa da Rosa delights guests with creative Portuguese egg tarts inspired by global flavours, while CHA BEI extends the elegance of the “Orchard in Bloom” afternoon tea, blending French pâtisserie artistry with the freshness of summer. Each creation balances flavour and visual appeal, for the ultimate summer gourmet journey.
Exciting Live Performances at Leading Venues
Across Galaxy Macau’s portfolio of world-class venues, an extraordinary line-up of live performances is set to captivate and inspire throughout the season. At the iconic Galaxy Arena—Macau’s largest indoor arena—five renowned celebrities, including Eason Chan, Joey Yung, Bibi Zhou, Gigi Yim and Terence Chui (Siufay), will unite from July 24 to 26 for “The Music of Chan Fai Young: King of Pop”, supported by Galaxy Macau, to reinterpret the timeless classic hits of acclaimed composer Chan Fai Young.
Earlier in the month, rising Hong Kong singer-songwriter Gareth.T is bringing his latest solo tour, “Gareth.T－Prince Of nothing”, to Galaxy Arena for the first time from July 3 to 5, following the overwhelming success of his three sold-out shows at Broadway Theatre last December. Adding further star power, acclaimed Chinese actress-singer Rosy Zhao and international artist Henry Lau will each make glamorous appearances with highly anticipated shows on July 11 to 12, and August 1 respectively.
For more information, please visit www.galaxymacau.com.
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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. Nine 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, Andaz Macau and Capella at Galaxy 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 theatres are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavours & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at its 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 well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff.
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-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 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.
