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OKINAWA HARBORVIEW HOTEL completes full-scale renovation to deliver a modern Okinawan experience

OKINAWA HARBORVIEW HOTEL completes full-scale renovation to deliver a modern Okinawan experience

A luxurious stay featuring a Club Lounge, Garden Pool, and Kobe Beef Teppanyaki The Okinawa Harborview Hotel has announced the completion of full-scale renovations for their 50th anniversary and will hold a grand opening in the summer 2026. (Details: https://oka-hvh.com.e.asa.hp.transer.com/anniversary/) Guest rooms have been upgraded to enhance comfort and more effectively accommodate the needs of long-term…

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Vietnam Wedding Week 2026 Opens “The Love City,” Uniting Bridal Fashion, Artists and the Wedding Ecosystem in Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam Wedding Week 2026 Opens “The Love City,” Uniting Bridal Fashion, Artists and the Wedding Ecosystem in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, August 2026 – Vietnam Wedding Week 2026 will officially take place on 22–23 August 2026 at White Palace Hoang Van Thu, opening The Love City — a “city of love” where bridal fashion, brands, experts, vendors and experiences for couples come together. Positioned as a comprehensive and practical wedding week, Vietnam…

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Rapid test breakthrough could transform iron treatment worldwide

Rapid test breakthrough could transform iron treatment worldwide

WEHI researchers have developed a blood test that can detect iron deficiency in minutes, overcoming key limitations of existing point-of-care diagnostics and potentially transforming how the condition is diagnosed and treated worldwide.  Iron deficiency remains a major health burden, particularly in low-resource countries where access to conventional laboratory-based screening methods is limited.  The research team is now…

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From infection to protection: Could mosquitoes help eradicate malaria?

From infection to protection: Could mosquitoes help eradicate malaria?

Researchers have discovered a new way to help prevent malaria that could one day transform mosquito bites from a source of deadly infection into immunity boosters against the disease. The WEHI-led team demonstrated a new vaccination approach that can prime the immune system to fight malaria parasites before they cause disease, with subsequent mosquito bites acting…

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Australia’s Deep Tech Frontier: Quantum Computing, AI Biotech, and the Race to Solve Hard Problems in 2026

Australia’s Deep Tech Frontier: Quantum Computing, AI Biotech, and the Race to Solve Hard Problems in 2026

When the world talks about Australian innovation, conversations have shifted from beachside lifestyle to laboratory breakthroughs. In 2026, deep tech startups—those rooted in genuine scientific or engineering novelty—account for a rapidly growing share of the nation’s digital business story. From silicon-based quantum processors to artificial intelligence models that design new antibiotics, Australia is building a…

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MEDIA ALERT: Coles Group Ltd – FY26 Full Year Results Media Conference Call 9.15am AEST on Tuesday, 25 August 2026

MEDIA ALERT: Coles Group Ltd – FY26 Full Year Results Media Conference Call 9.15am AEST on Tuesday, 25 August 2026

Coles Group’s FY26 Full Year Results will be released to the Australian Securities Exchange on Tuesday, 25 August 2026. Coles Managing Director and CEO Leah Weckert will be speaking to media via conference call, commencing 9.15am AEST sharp. To participate in the media call you must pre-register by entering your details here: (Click here for Coles Group Media Call…

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How Much Does a Tattoo Cost in Thailand? A Complete Guide for International Visitors

How Much Does a Tattoo Cost in Thailand? A Complete Guide for International Visitors

Thailand has become one of the world’s most popular destinations for tattoos, attracting visitors from Australia, Europe, North America and many other parts of the world. One of the first questions travellers ask is simple: How much does a tattoo cost in Thailand? The answer depends on several factors, including size, style, complexity, colour, the…

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How to Prepare for a Tattoo Appointment in Thailand: The Complete Guide for International Travellers

How to Prepare for a Tattoo Appointment in Thailand: The Complete Guide for International Travellers

Getting a tattoo is exciting, but proper preparation is just as important as choosing the right artist. Every day, international travellers visit Thailand to get tattoos, and many of them ask the same questions before their appointments. What should I wear? Can I use numbing cream? Should I eat beforehand? Can I drink coffee? How…

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10 Mistakes Tourists Make When Getting a Tattoo in Thailand (And How to Avoid Them)

10 Mistakes Tourists Make When Getting a Tattoo in Thailand (And How to Avoid Them)

Every year, millions of travellers visit Thailand for its beautiful beaches, incredible food, rich culture and unforgettable experiences. Increasingly, many of those visitors are also choosing to combine their holiday with something even more memorable: a tattoo. Thailand has become one of the world’s leading tattoo destinations, attracting visitors from Australia, the United States, Europe…

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How to Choose the Best Tattoo Shop in Bangkok, Phuket, and Thailand

How to Choose the Best Tattoo Shop in Bangkok, Phuket, and Thailand

Thailand has become one of the world’s leading destinations for high-quality tattoos. Every year, thousands of travellers from Australia, the United States, Europe and many other countries visit Thailand not only for its beaches, food and culture but also to get tattooed by experienced artists. As a result, terms such as “tattoo shop Bangkok”, “tattoo…

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