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Lanson Place sees repeat stays as blended travel lifts Manila demand

The hotel plans to expand across the Philippines and Southeast Asia. 
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Nando’s leans on design edge to win drive-thru site race

The chain targets premium locations beyond traditional QSR clusters.
2 days ago

Pet-friendly dining may lift core Hong Kong mall traffic

Weekend spending is expected to benefit central districts over suburban malls.
3 days ago

Singapore telecom crowding persists after Simba-M1 deal collapse

Its small market has left the mobile and fixed broadband sectors saturated.
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Companies rethink health cover as claim costs climb

MOH rider changes tighten coverage and lift co-payment exposure from April 2026.

Singapore pressed to adopt AI-led checks after Nvidia case

Authorities are under pressure to boost spot checks on high-risk tech shipments.

Southeast Asia faces uneven urology access as demand outpaces specialists

Some hospitals lack maintenance and consumables for advanced procedures.

Hidden cyber risks emerge as Asia retailers handle peak shopping demand

Bot activity, account takeover attempts, and payment abuse become harder to detect.

Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains

Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.

Asian Hospital opens dedicated hernia clinic

It targets a treatment gap in Metro Manila where cases far exceed surgical capacity.

Uniqlo unveils cooling pop-up as Singapore hits record heat stress

Visitors experience fabric functions directly through hands-on displays.

Japan coal shift falls short of replacing Hormuz LNG supply

Utilities limit coal buying amidst uncertainty over the disruption duration.

Southeast Asia insurers risk profit hit from weak data systems

Igloo CEO says outdated infrastructure limits AI gains despite rising spending.

Singapore retailers shift from points to real-time loyalty models

They use personalisation and behaviour tracking to drive engagement.

Hospitals redesign care as patients turn to health apps

Seven in eight adults look up health information before seeing a doctor.