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Kimly Is Making a Major SGX Move — But the Bigger Plan May Be What Comes Next

Singapore coffee shop operator Kimly Limited is preparing for a major step in its corporate journey, proposing to transfer its listing from the Singapore Exchange’s Catalist board to the Mainboard. But the listing upgrade is about more than prestige. Kimly says the move could give it greater access to capital, broaden its investor base and strengthen its ability to pursue larger investments, acquisitions and new areas of growth—including opportunities in the halal food and beverage market. Th

August 23, 2026

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Peroni Just Changed Agencies—But What Happens to Its New Global Brand Platform Now?

The premium Italian beer brand has handed its global creative account to Havas following a competitive agency review, ending McCann's tenure as the brand's global creative partner after just two years. The pitch process, supported by intermediary AAR, began in April, with final presentations held in June. Havas emerged victorious against incumbent McCann, alongside adam&eve\TBWA and Leo. The transition is set to begin immediately, with Havas taking responsibility for Peroni Nastro Azzurro's gl

August 23, 2026

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LiveRamp Shareholders Approve $2.2B Publicis Deal—But Their Next Vote Sent a Very Different Message

LiveRamp shareholders have approved Publicis Groupe's proposed acquisition of the U.S.-based data collaboration platform, clearing one of the biggest remaining shareholder hurdles for a deal that could reshape the advertising and marketing technology landscape. At a special meeting on August 17, shareholders voted 51.58 million shares in favour of the merger agreement, compared with just 60,073 shares against it, according to LiveRamp's regulatory filing. The vote gives overwhelming shareholder

August 23, 2026

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Alibaba’s Ad Revenue Is Slipping—But Its AI Gamble Could Change Everything

Alibaba is seeing a dramatic shift in where its growth is coming from. While revenue tied to its traditional e-commerce advertising ecosystem weakened during the June 2026 quarter, surging demand for artificial intelligence and cloud computing helped push the Chinese technology giant's overall revenue higher. The results underscore a high-stakes transformation for Alibaba: its established commerce business remains under pressure, but its increasingly expensive bet on AI is beginning to generate

August 23, 2026

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QC Has a New Seafood Hotspot—But It’s the “Dampa” Twist That’s Getting Everyone Curious

QUEZON CITY, Philippines — The familiar Filipino dampa experience is getting a modern makeover in Quezon City as Seafood 8 by Olio’s opens at Gateway Mall 2 in Araneta City, bringing fresh seafood, customizable cooking styles and globally inspired sauces into a contemporary restaurant setting. The bistro-style seafood concept officially opened on August 8, 2026, according to reports from The Manila Times and other coverage of the launch. Its arrival gives diners a mall-based alternative to the

August 23, 2026

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BANGLADESH RUNNING OUT OF GAS? LNG Disruptions Trigger Power Cuts, Factory Shutdowns and Fuel Queues — What Happens If Supplies Fall Again?

BANGLADESH — A worsening natural-gas shortage is putting pressure on almost every part of Bangladesh’s economy—from factories and fertiliser production to electricity generation, transport and household kitchens—as the country struggles to secure enough fuel to meet demand. The crisis has been building for years, but recent disruptions to imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies have exposed just how vulnerable Bangladesh’s energy system has become. A CNA report based on AFP reporting fou

August 23, 2026

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7-ELEVEN SINGAPORE’S SURPRISE WELLNESS MOVE: 60+ STORES NOW HAVE “TAKE FIVE” SPOTS — BUT THERE’S A BIGGER REASON BEHIND IT

SINGAPORE — A quick stop at 7-Eleven could now mean more than grabbing a drink or a snack. 7-Eleven Singapore has launched Take Five Spot, a new initiative that turns dine-in areas at more than 60 outlets across the island into designated spaces where customers can pause, practise simple breathing exercises and access mental-wellbeing resources. The initiative was launched on Aug. 23, 2026, with the company positioning it as an effort to make short moments of self-care easier to fit into every

August 23, 2026

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SINGAPORE’S FOOD HERITAGE IS CHANGING — This Couple’s “People’s Ladle” Is Asking a Bigger Question: Who Gets to Call It Their Own?

SINGAPORE — What if preserving Singapore’s food heritage is not simply about keeping old recipes alive, but making sure people can still see themselves in the stories behind those dishes? That is the idea driving Sendok Rakyat, a community food platform founded by married couple Anugerah Murni Sabta and Aqid Aiman Azmi, who are turning cooking workshops, food walks and shared meals into opportunities to explore Singapore’s identity, culture and sense of belonging. The name Sendok Rakyat transl

August 23, 2026

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From Manila to Kuala Lumpur: How a Businesswoman Helped Lead Authorities to Chanda Atienza

What began as a business dispute has now become part of a much bigger story surrounding the controversial Dermacare investment scheme. Businesswoman Freda Luz Singson said she was determined to help locate Chanda Atienza, the founder and owner of Dermacare Skin and Beauty Clinic, after claiming she was personally affected by transactions involving the business. According to an exclusive report by PEP.ph, Singson traveled to Kuala Lumpur with beauty queen and social media personality Lars Pache

August 23, 2026

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TEENS ARE LOSING THEIR PHONES AT WORK — And Employers Say the Change Could Be Doing More Than Boosting Productivity

For many teenagers, getting a first job has traditionally meant learning how to show up on time, follow instructions and deal with customers. But a new workplace rule is forcing young workers to learn something else: how to work without their smartphones. An emerging trend among U.S. employers that hire teenagers is putting phones out of reach during working hours, turning the workplace into what CNBC describes as the latest “phoneless frontier” for young Americans. The shift comes as phone re

August 23, 2026