런던, 2026년 2월 23일 -- 최근 재개장한 덴마크 스트리트(Denmark Street)의 리젠트 사운즈(Regent Sounds) 기타 숍이 신규 빈티지 라운지(Vintage Lounge) 오픈을 기념해, T-본 워커(T-Bone Walker)의 전설적인 1949년산 Gibson ES-5N, 즉 '모든 것의 시작이 된 기타(the guitar that started it all)'를 온라인 독점 경매로 선보인다. 이번 특별 행사는 2월 23일부터 3월 31일까지 5주간 진행되며, 세계 최대 온라인 악기 마켓플레이스인 리버브(Reverb)에서 개최된다. 로큰롤 음악의 전설, 수집가, 업계 관계자들이 한자리에 모이는 이번 행사는 기타 역사의 새로운 장을 써 내려감으로써 리젠트 사운즈의 역사를 기념할 예정이다. T-본 워커의 전설적인 Gibson ES-5N은 극히 희귀한 생산 수량, 명확히 기록된 소유 이력, 음악사적 중요성, 그리고 77년에 걸친 독보적인 여정으로 인해 현존하는 악기 중 가장 높은 가치와 역사적 의미를 지닌 기타 가운데 하나로 널리 평가받고 있다. 해당 기타는 리젠트 사운즈
Hong Kong Sabre Duo Inspire Young Fencers in Demonstration Match HONG KONG, Feb. 23, 2026 -- The "Fencing Plus" Training Programme, title-sponsored by CTF Life and organised by Kai Tak Sports Initiative (KTSI), has culminated in the Champions Cup (the Cup) and programme finale at the Kai Tak Arena. Since its launch in May 2025, the programme has received an enthusiastic response, attracting almost 800 participants in the initial stage, with nearly 170 of them advancing to compete in the Cup after several rounds of rigorous selection. The top 20 performe
HONG KONG, Feb. 23, 2026 -- The Countryside Conservation Office (CCO) under the Environment and Ecology Bureau will host the Countryside Harvest Festival 2026: "Hong Kong Soundscape – Opera & Dance" One Day Music Festival on 1 March 2026. The event will take place at Yan Chau Tong, situated within Mirs Bay, Hong Kong, which has been selected by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment as an "Outstanding Example of Beautiful Bays". The festival is also featured as one of the "Festival PLUS" events of the 54th Hong Kong Arts Festival. The festival
LONDON, Feb. 23, 2026 -- The newly reopened Regent Sounds guitar shop on Denmark Street will mark the launch of its new Vintage Lounge with an exclusive online auction of T-Bone Walker's legendary 1949 Gibson ES-5N: "the guitar that started it all". The special five-week event runs from 23 February to 31 March on Reverb – the world's largest online marketplace for musical instruments. Bringing together rock and roll legends, collectors and industry insiders, the event will celebrate the history of Regent Sounds by writing a new chapter in guitar history.
SINGAPORE, Feb. 23, 2026 -- CIMB Singapore has been recognised as one of the top 300 employers in Singapore and honoured as a "Career Builder" in the inaugural Singapore Opportunity Index (SOI) published by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). The SOI evaluated nearly 1,500 of Singapore's largest organisations across five key dimensions: pay, progression, gender parity, retention, and hiring practices. Only the top 20% of organisations were named to the prestigious Top 300 list, underscoring their leadership in advancing talent and career development in Singa
TAIPEI, Feb. 23, 2026 -- Taiwan-based Formosa Pharmaceuticals ("Formosa", 6838.TW) announced today that the company has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Arrotex Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd. ("Arrotex"), for exclusive rights to the commercialization of clobetasol propionate ophthalmic suspension, 0.05% (APP13007), an innovative topical eyedrop for the treatment of inflammation and pain following ocular surgery in Australia and New Zealand. Arrotex, 'Australia's Medicines Company', currently fulfills 50% of the country's total volume and is a leader in
SIPPY DOWNS, Australia, Feb. 23, 2026 -- As Australians head into the new year determined to get on top of their finances, new research* has revealed just how fragile many household budgets have become, particularly during times of inflation and interest rate hikes. According to a new survey conducted by Australian insurance provider Youi, more than 2 in 5 (42%) Australians say their financial situation has worsened in the past two years –two thirds (66%) admit they are only just scraping by, struggling with debt, and would struggle if hit with an unexpected cost. The findings
Long-time partner invests in shared vision for personalized health and wellness HONG KONG, Feb. 23, 2026 -- Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF), a premier health and wellness company, community and platform, announced global sports icon Cristiano Ronaldo acquired a 10% equity interest in HBL Pro2col Software, LLC, an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Herbalife that holds the Pro2col technology. Pro2col is Herbalife's next-generation, digital, personalized health and wellness operating system, designed to drive daily engagement, sustainable behavior change, and measurable outcomes thro
BANGKOK, Feb. 23, 2026 -- With a remarkable 30% growth in size and participation, Vitafoods Asia 2026 organised by Informa Markets, is set to redefine the nutraceutical industry in Asia, offering unparalleled opportunities for innovation and collaboration. The event will feature an exhibit space of 30,000 square meters with over 800 companies, representing an impressive 30% growth compared to the 2025 edition. Taking place once again at the state-of-the-art venue in Bangkok – Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) from 2 – 4 September 2026. New Country Pavilio
SINGAPORE, Feb. 23, 2026 -- As analogue audio experiences a renewed surge in popularity, Singapore-based audio retailer TREOO is stepping firmly into the spotlight through a series of brand-led initiatives centred on turntables and vinyl listening. Alongside expanding its curated turntable range and engaging design-conscious homeowners and first-time vinyl listeners, TREOO has also placed fresh emphasis on hands-on listening through its Try-Before-You-Buy vinyl station, where customers are invited to bring their own records into the showroom to experience how different turntables perform befo