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LiveSpo Pharma Emerges as Vietnam’s Pioneer at Vitafoods Europe 2024, Unveiling Groundbreaking Research and Product Development to Reduce Antibiotic Use in Digestive and Respiratory Care

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HANOI, Vietnam, May 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — LiveSpo Pharma is the first Vietnamese entity to report on clinical studies at Vitafoods Europe 2024, held in Geneva, Switzerland. LiveSpo Pharma showcased its range of high-concentration, multi-strain liquid medical probiotics products, affirming the brand’s international reputation and quality of LiveSpo medical probiotics products, introducing Vietnamese medical probiotic products to the international market, gradually realizing the mission of “A Future Without Antibiotics.”

Over the three-day exhibition, LiveSpo’s booth attracted nearly 5,000 visitors to explore and experience the displayed products. Among them, LiveSpo NAVAX – a spray-form medical probiotic that reduces the concentration of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by 600 times, and LiveSpo DIA 30 – a medical probiotic that supports the cessation of acute diarrhea within 30 minutes, were the main highlights, gaining the most attention from attendees because of ability to  shorten antibiotics treatment time for patients.

LiveSpo's booth attracted nearly 5,000 customers to visit
LiveSpo’s booth attracted nearly 5,000 customers to visit

In addition, LiveSpo Pharma is honored to be the first representative from Vietnam to present clinical research reports on medical probiotics. These research reports were published in Nature Scientific Reports, a highly reputable international journal in the field of science and technology, in 2022, 2023, and 2024. According to the first research report, LiveSpo NAVAX has been proven to reduce RSV concentrations 600 times and influenza virus concentrations 400 times, 50 times more effective than using physiological saline. LiveSpo NAVAX supports respiratory tract infection treatment, reducing prolonged antibiotic use.

The second clinical research report focuses on supporting the treatment of prolonged diarrhea of LiveSpo CLAUSY and LiveSpo DIA 30, which reduce antibiotic use by approximately 25% compared to standard treatment protocols and shorten the overall treatment time for diarrhea patients by 3 to 4 days.

LiveSpo’s products have received significant attention and high praise from international experts thanks to their potential economic, social, and medical values. LiveSpo’s medical probiotic products reduce antibiotic use and shorten treatment times for the diseases mentioned above, while quickly balancing gut and nasal microbiota within 3-5 days of use. As a result, patients can recover quickly, and treatment costs are lowered. This also reduces the pressure on healthcare manpower and resources.

About Vitafoods Europe 2024

Took place from May 14, 2024, to May 16, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland. The exhibition attracted over 1,100 participating exhibitors, with 20,000 attendees from more than 160 countries worldwide.

About LiveSpo Pharma

LiveSpo is a brand specializing in the research, production, and distribution of high-concentration, multi-strain liquid medical probiotics for digestive and respiratory health, leading in breakthrough biotechnology and medical probiotics with no adverse effects.

Website: livespo.vn

Some notable achievements of LiveSpo:

– Participant of the 2019 International Scientific Conference on Probiotics, Prebiotics, gut Microbiota and Health (IPC) in Prague, Czech Republic.

– Sole representative of Vietnam on probiotics at the International Microbiology Conference ASM Microbe 2022 in Washington DC, USA.

– First Vietnamese representative to announce nasal spray probiotics at the International Biotechnology Conference in Boston, USA in 2023

– 3 clinical trial reports published in Nature Scientific Reports in 2022, 2023 and 2024

– Clinical trial studies registered on the Clinicaltrials.gov, including:

  • The effect of LiveSpo NAVAX nasal spray in supporting the treatment of acute respiratory tract infections in children, trial number NCT05164692.
  • The effect of LiveSpo CLAUSY and LiveSpo DIA 30 in supporting the treatment of prolonged diarrhea in children, trial number NCT05812820.
  • The effect of LiveSpo X-SECRET in supporting the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, trial number NCT06165354.

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The World’s Cheapest Foldable Phone! Blackview HERO 10 Globally Launches with Dual Screens, 108MP Camera & Android Dynamic Island!

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SHENZHEN, China, May 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Blackview, a pioneering smart-device technology brand, announced today the global launch of its first flip smartphone, the Blackview HERO 10. To democratize expensive flip phones, it is positioned as the world’s cheapest foldable phone yet with uncompromising capabilities, blending design, performance, and durability to empower a novel foldable, dual-screen lifestyle.


Sharp, Stunning, Durable Foldable Screen

Blackview HERO 10 boasts a 6.9-inch 2.5K AMOLED main display with 1.07 billion colors, which is authorized with TÜV SÜD Low Blue Light certification. Designed for its clamshell factor form, it supports Split View for more efficient, hassle-free multitasking. Utilizing the UTG (ultra-thin glass) stretched by the industry-leading waterdrop-shaped hinge for both easy bending and strong durability, it achieves nearly next-to-no crease and stands durable after 250,000 folds.

The First 108MP Flip Phone Camera to Retain Beauty

Blackview HERO 10 sports a 108MP Samsung main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera on the back, and a 32MP selfie camera, all enhanced with the latest ArcSoft 9.0 algorithms. Able to hover at different angles, it unfolds more creative shooting, allowing users to showcase their personalities, tripod-free and hands-free.

The Smart Cover Screen serves as a shortcut for essential functions, as well a viewfinder for sharper selfies through the 108MP camera.

Design with A Touch of Elegance

With meticulous attention to every detail, it is wrapped in vegan leather (Sakura Purple&Eclipse Black). Its dainty body fits perfectly in the palm, pocket and delicate handbags.

The First Device with Dynamic Live View

Except for the classic features, the DokeOS 4.0 is infused with dynamic Live View, delivering more fun in the daily interaction with iPhone’s Dynamic Island-like experience. Plus, Blackview promises three-year major Android version updates.

Silk-smooth Performance

Striking a balance between expensive 5G networks and seamless performance, it is powered by a 6nm MediaTek Helio G99, a high-tier 4G chipset with 5G-level performance. Paired with up to 36GB (12GB physical and 24GB virtual) and 256GB of ROM, it achieves 442,746 Antutu scores.

Also, it houses 4000mAh battery, coupled with 45W fast charging.

Price and Availability

It will soon go on sale on AliExpress with an early bird special for only $404($858 original) with a gift of W50 for the top 100 orders, limited only from May 20th to June 7th, 2024 PST!

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NSW schoolgirl declared cancer free after raising $200,000 for ovarian cancer research

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“I’m coming home tonight.”

These were the four words NSW girl Tirion Wilkinson uttered when she told her siblings she was free of stage four ovarian cancer.

The 11-year-old was diagnosed with ovarian cancer three days before Christmas.

Since then, she has endured four rounds of chemotherapy and three operations.

Ovarian cancer is rare in children, according to the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation.

The disease is often not diagnosed until it is in late stages, which reduces the survival rate for adults to just 29 per cent, foundation CEO Robin Penty said.

But Tirion and her family received welcome news this week when a PET scan revealed she was cancer-free.

In a moving call with family, played on radio station 2GB, Tirion’s siblings ask: “Is the cancer all gone?”

“Yeah,” she says, as her family erupts into excited squeals and cheers.

Speaking to 7NEWS, Tirion said she was “relieved” when the doctor broke the news.

“I’m feeling good,” she said.

“I don’t have any more cancer.

“I’m really happy about it and excited.”

Dad Lyle Wilkinson said it was a hard road to get there.

“Her friends have been good and family … they’ve helped her through it,” he said.

“We’ve still got a bit of a road to go, but we’ll push through it and keep going.

“At the start of it when we found out with my daughter, we just knew we had to give 100 per cent and push on … so that’s what we did.”

Lighting up a nation

Unlike most ovarian cancers, Tirion’s was “exquisitely responsive” to chemotherapy.

“In adults that is not the case,” Penty said.

“Ovarian cancer is highly resistant to chemotherapy, and 80 per cent of women receive a recurrent diagnosis.”

Tirion made headlines last week when her best friend Chloe Mackenzie-Matteson shaved her head to raise money for the foundation’s research.

The pair had been joined at the hip with since they met in Year One at Yowie Bay Public School, with Chloe describing her best friend as “one of the best people I’ve met in probably my entire life”.

Chloe Mackenzie-Matteson and Tirion Wilkinson have been best friends since Year One.
Chloe Mackenzie-Matteson and Tirion Wilkinson have been best friends since Year One. Credit: 7NEWS

Together, the girls have raised more than $200,000 for the foundation, with the money to help fund research in detection, prevention and treatment of the cancer.

In adults, moving from adolescents and upwards, the five-year survival rate of ovarian cancer is 49 per cent, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

“Most ovarian cancer diagnoses come in late stages, which reduces survival to 29 per cent,” Penty said.

“Funding for research for this generation and beyond is what’s needed to change that narrative.”

Penty said the girls’ donation was the single largest gift they had received from a community fundraiser.

“We’re over the moon and blown away by the power of these girls,” Penty said.

“We think they could light up a nation.”

Tirion said she was “really proud” of her and Chloe’s efforts in fundraising and raising awareness.

“Hopefully, it will help future women and girls to be let known earlier so they don’t have to go through the same thing as me in the future,” she said.

– With Sarina Andaloro

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Experience Family Paradise in Vietnam at Premier Residences Phu Quoc

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PHU QUOC, Vietnam, May 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Nestled in the vibrant southern area of Phu Quoc Island, Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay unveils its special summer offer at the ultimate resort for families seeking fun and creativity. Here, parents and children will have the chance to truly “live in style” throughout their vacation.

Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay - Hero Image - Resort Overview
Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay – Hero Image – Resort Overview

Family-Friendly Accommodation

Located at Kem Beach – one of the top 100 most beautiful beaches in the world, guests staying at Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay can truly embrace the natural beauty of the “pearl island”. The resort offers a diverse accommodation system with 752 units from rooms, suites, apartments, penthouses and villas. Particularly, apartments, penthouses or villas with open living space and private swimming pools will be the ideal choice for families looking for privacy during the vacation.

Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay - Main pool overview
Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay – Main pool overview

Looking over the emerald private beach, the room system here always offers outstanding views from dawn till dusk. The interior of the rooms is designed in a contemporary and elegant style with white and blue as the main color scheme, inspired by the waves and fresh ocean breezes. Whether for small families or multi-generational ones, guests will find options that perfectly cater to their needs.

The resort offers numerous picturesque spots and impressive check-in locations for travelers. The standout feature that first captures the attention of visitors at Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay is the main building, characterized by its unique and innovative architecture, drawing inspiration from the wooden barrels used by the island’s fishermen for fermenting fish sauce.

Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay - Dining experiences
Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay – Dining experiences

Exciting Entertainment Activities

The resort provides a wide range of classes and workshops for both adults and children with a focus on environmentally-friendly activities such as the Little Gardener program at the Kids Club or the souvenir-making workshops using recycled materials at the Playground. These programs allow children to have fun while learning about their love for nature, the ocean and animals.

Every Saturday afternoon, the resort hosts a lively and fun pool foam party. Guests can immerse themselves in the cool, refreshing water, play with the fluffy white foam, and enjoy joyful moments with family and friends.

Staying at the resort, guests can easily visit Sunset Town, one of the most popular destinations in Phu Quoc. The entire family can admire the radiant beauty of the Kiss Bridge at dusk and capture impressive check-in photos. When night falls, families can stroll and shop at the VuiFest Night Bazaar, featuring various colorful street performances. Especially, guests should not miss the multimedia performance masterpiece “Kiss of The Sea” and the nightly fireworks display.

Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay - Family moments
Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay – Family moments

Summer Offer

All room rates at Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay include tickets to the “The Kiss of The Sea” show. Upon arrival, guests simply need to contact Reception to set up their FaceID ticketing data and head to Sunset Town to enjoy this spectacular performance.

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Email: HB2Q9-RE1@accor.com 

Website: https://premierresidencesphuquoc.com/

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Troy Animal Healthcare Strengthens Quality Operations with Veeva Vault Quality

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Australian animal health leader adopts Veeva Vault QualityDocs and Veeva Vault Training for greater efficiency and compliance

SYDNEY, May 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Troy Animal Healthcare and Veeva Systems (NYSE: VEEV) today announced Troy’s selection of Veeva Vault QualityDocs and Veeva Vault Training to simplify its compliance, content management, and data processes. Troy Animal Healthcare (Troy), the Australian-owned leader in animal healthcare and manufacturing will use Veeva Vault Quality applications to streamline and automate its operations, accelerating the development of novel drugs for animals.

 

“Harmonizing quality and GxP compliance processes will drive efficient quality management across our operations,” said Paul Barnett, CEO at Troy. “As the first animal health company in Australia to adopt Veeva Vault QualityDocs and Veeva Vault Training, we are introducing new standards for GxP management, compliance, and collaboration. This is a critical advancement as we continue to provide products for the unmet clinical needs in veterinary health.”

With Vault QualityDocs, Troy will modernize its GxP document control and SOP management with built-in industry best practices and standardization to ensure compliance. The company will also use Vault Training to develop and assign curriculum digitally, increasing visibility of training requirements. Using quality applications on a single cloud-based platform will increase productivity and GxP compliance while driving more effective audits and inspections.

“We are proud to partner with Troy to drive quality excellence across their operations in Australia,” said Chris Shim, general manager, Asia R&D and Quality at Veeva. “Veeva Vault Quality will provide a single source for content, streamlining quality processes and workflows to drive innovation across Troy’s animal welfare solutions.”

Vault QualityDocs and Vault Training are a part of Vault Quality Suite, bringing together quality processes, content, lab, and training management applications on a single cloud platform. To learn more, visit veeva.com/ap/VaultQuality.

About Troy Animal Healthcare 

Established 60 years ago by Australian Veterinarians, Troy Animal Healthcare is committed to delivering innovative, high quality, affordable animal healthcare solutions which meet the challenging and changing needs of veterinary professionals and animal owners. Our search for better clinical outcomes has been the source of our growth for the past 60 years and has been critical to our success. Troy prides itself on being an Australian owned business that meets the high standards of ethics and professionalism that is expected of us by the communities that we serve. Our vision is to be the largest Australian supplier of animal healthcare pharmaceuticals, and we believe that passionate, driven and innovative people are key to bringing this vision to life. For more information, visit troylab.com.au.

About Veeva Systems

Veeva is the global leader in cloud software for the life sciences industry. Committed to innovation, product excellence, and customer success, Veeva serves more than 1,000 customers, ranging from the world’s largest biopharmaceutical companies to emerging biotechs. As a Public Benefit Corporation, Veeva is committed to balancing the interests of all stakeholders, including customers, employees, shareholders, and the industries it serves. For more information, visit veeva.com.

Veeva Forward-looking Statements

This release contains forward-looking statements regarding Veeva’s products and services and the expected results or benefits from use of our products and services. These statements are based on our current expectations. Actual results could differ materially from those provided in this release and we have no obligation to update such statements. There are numerous risks that have the potential to negatively impact our results, including the risks and uncertainties disclosed in our filing on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2024, which you can find here (a summary of risks which may impact our business can be found on pages 9 and 10), and in our subsequent SEC filings, which you can access at sec.gov.

 

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United Airlines says FAA cleared it to add new aircraft, routes after safety review

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A United Airlines 737 Max 8

Leslie Josephs | CNBC

United Airlines said the Federal Aviation Administration has cleared it to add new aircraft and routes months after the regulator stepped up its scrutiny of the carrier following several safety incidents.

“Today, we got some good news: after a careful review and discussion about the proactive safety steps United has taken to date, our FAA Certificate Management Office has allowed us to begin the process of restarting our certification activities, including new aircraft and routes, and we will continue to coordinate closely with the FAA,” United said in a note to employees Wednesday.

United said in March that the FAA had stepped up scrutiny of the airline after a spate of incidents earlier this year. That prevented it from launching new routes, including flights to Faro, Portugal, ahead of the busy summer travel season.

The clearance from the FAA is welcome news as United and other carriers expect a record peak season this year.

Among the safety incidents in recent months, a Japan-bound United Boeing 777 lost a tire shortly after takeoff from San Francisco in February, and a missing panel was discovered on a Boeing 737 after it landed in Oregon in March.

United said that it has more work to do, however.

“We will continue to see an FAA presence in our operation as they review our work processes, manuals and facilities,” it said in its employee memo.

The FAA didn’t immediately comment.

While the planes involved older jets, the incidents come amid heightened scrutiny of the aviation industry after a door plug blew out of a nearly new Boeing 737 Max 9 operated by Alaska Airlines earlier this year, a near catastrophe that has created a fresh crisis for the manufacturer.

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This long-handled shoe horn might make your life ‘so much easier’ — and it’s just $10

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If you have hip, knee or back pain, or are recently post-op, then tangling with shoes is anything but simple. However, thanks to the Vive Long-Handled Shoe Horn, you can put on or take off any shoe — sneaker, Croc, Oxford, you name it — while standing or sitting. At 24 inches high, the shoe horn works well for men and women, has a firm grip and is gently curved to slide into any size or style.

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After just one use you’ll be yelling, “Vive le shoe horn!”

$10 at Amazon

This shoe horn means you don’t have to wrestle with your Skechers or go toe-to-toe with your Hush Puppies. You can put on your shoes while standing up, which exerts less pressure on your muscles and joints — and lessens the chances of pulls and strains. And that can save you big bucks on medical costs.

The large oval handle gives you a safe and secure hold. Each edge is gently rounded to ensure it doesn’t snag on socks or stockings, or scuff your shoes. And as a handy extra, the handle allows it to be stored on a coat rack or storage hook for quick access. The durable plastic frame is sturdy and won’t crack or break, and the entire shoe horn can be separated into two pieces for traveling.

shoe horn

Never wrestle with your balance — or New Balances — again. (Amazon)

The lives of nearly 9,000 five-star reviewers have been made easier thanks to the “Best shoe horn,” as it was dubbed by this fan. “It’s exactly what I needed. I will soon have hip replacement surgery. To avoid extra bending and twisting immediately afterward, this shoe horn will aid me in getting shoes on. I have been practicing and find it easy to use. It is simple to assemble. It separates for traveling and is just the right height.”

As this shopper raved, “How could such a little thing, like a piece of plastic with a long handle make my life so much easier???” And this satisfied customer agreed: “I had knee replacement surgery last year and I am now going for a hip replacement on the same leg. With this shoe horn, I can now slide into my shoes alone. Extra benefit, I can get this horn inside of my socks and get them off, too!”

“It’s lightweight and I’m very pleased with it,” said this reviewer, “Only con might be that it’s plastic and therefore less solid or strong. But it’s strong enough, and if it were anything else it would lose its other benefits.”

“Better than what the hospital gave me,” revealed this satisfied customer. “After my hip replacement, the hospital gave me a ‘hip kit,’ which included a shoe horn. It was longer than the regular ones but still not long enough to keep me from having to bend over too far. So I searched until I found this one. It was here very quickly after I ordered it and has repeatedly proven to be just what the occupational therapist ordered.”

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It also comes with a sock remover tab so you can easily slip off your shoes AND socks.

$10 at Amazon

Psst: If your shoes are feeling a little too tight, Amazon shoppers also love this FootMatters Shoe Stretch spray:

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Just spritz some of this onto practically any shoe for some extra wiggle room — it also works on leather gloves!

$10 at Amazon

“In trying to figure out what my shoe size actually is now, I ended up with a couple of shoes that were just a smidge too tight,” revealed one reviewer. “This stuff really did the trick. I wore them over some chunky socks and used this spray, and in an hour or so they’d stretched enough that I could wear them comfortably. This is a lifesaver and a real money saver for any leather-esque shoes that aren’t quite fitting correctly.”

If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $25 or more.)

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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Sun Hats and Cooling Towels: The Perfect Combo for the Summer

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YIWU, China, May 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As summer arrives in the Northern Hemisphere, sun hats and cooling towels become a perfect match. Although the summer’s heat hasn’t reached its peak, the early arrival of spring in China has noticeably advanced the sales schedule for sun protection products. Numerous merchants in Yiwu have observed a spike in sales, particularly for items such as sun hats, hats, and face-kinis since February 2024. Additionally, with the growing awareness of “national fitness”, high-tech sport gear like “cooling towels” are seeing a surge in sales.

Sun Hats and Cooling Towels on the www.yiwugo.com.
Sun Hats and Cooling Towels on the www.yiwugo.com.

Yiwugo.com, the official website of the Yiwu Commodity Market, is the largest commodity wholesale market in the world. According to big data from Yiwugo, from March 1, 2024, to May 12, 2024, the search volume rankings for keywords such as “hats” and “sun hats” has climbed from around the 40th place to around the 15th. During this period, the number of orders related to sun hats has remained nearly the same as in 2023, but the transaction value of these orders has increased by 1.65 times. Meanwhile, from April 1, 2024, to May 12, 2024, the number of orders related to cooling towels is 1.07 times that of 2023, with a year-on-year transaction value growth of 70%.

Mr. Zheng Xiongfeng, head of Yiwu Ruwei Clothing Co., Ltd., has been engaged in sports products such as towels and neck gaiters for many years. Seven years ago, he started producing cooling towels in response to customer demand. It was during this period that Disney buyers from Japan began cooperating with Ruwei, with the company exporting approximately 4 million cooling towels to Japan annually. This year, overseas orders came even earlier, with samples being prepared for clients as early as December 2023.

“Since 2022, the trend of sports fashion has been robust in China, and cooling towels have become popular in the domestic market,” Zheng said. By the end of April, there was a noticeable a surge in domestic orders for cooling towels. Anta, a well-known Chinese sports brand, chose Ruwei as its cooling towel supplier after a thorough selection process. The partnership has endured for over two years and continues to thrive.

In recent years, most of Ruwei’s new foreign orders have come from inquiries on the Yiwugo platform. As a leading manufacturer, Ruwei maintains a stockpile of 200 tons of raw materials for cooling towels in stock and oversees every step of the production process, from yarn procurement to fabric production and product cutting. This meticulous approach ensures control over every stage and fosters trust with clients, who often become long-term customers following sample evaluations and on-site inspections.

Hats remain a perennial industry in Yiwu, and this year’s sun protection season is no exception. Ms. Lou Shuhui and her Chengwen Hats Co., Ltd. have been in the business for nearly 20 years, primarily exporting baseball caps and bucket hats to over 30 countries, with an annual output value exceeding 50 million yuan. She noted an increase in orders from overseas brands this year. The company has been collaborating with Walmart for nearly six years, with annual transactions totaling around 2 million yuan. In 2021, they stood out among suppliers for Disney’s strict quality control on custom hats and have been working with them for three years, producing nearly 2,000 hats daily.

Another notable hat manufacturer, Fu Longnv, specializes in hats with UV protection materials. Her products, known for their SPF value, have a good reputation in the domestic market and the brand TUDROFI registered in the US has gained recognition in Europe and America. Since February, her company has been exporting outdoor sun hats with anti-slip buckles in black, white, navy, grey, and khaki. Customers frequently reorder every three days, and the company is busy with inquiries from foreign companies and buyers on the Yiwugo.

Haitao Hats Co., Ltd., a merchant in the Yiwugo industry belt, specializes in exporting fashionable yarn-dyed jacquard baseball caps. With an annual output of over 1 million caps, this 20-year professional hat manufacturer excels in fabric production, shaping machines, and the selection of lining and sweatbands. Currently, they are fulfilling a custom order for nearly 20,000 hats from a client in Tehran, Iran. In addition, they are discussing future cooperation after completing a trial order of hat brims customized by a procurement group from Guangzhou.

Amidst the scorching summer sun, sun protection products and cooling towels are in full swing for the peak season. Yiwugo stands out as the optimal platform for buyers seeking a wide array of best-selling products and reliable suppliers.

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Chemist Warehouse to lose discounted price of prescription medicine after Albanese government caves to pharmacy pressure

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The price of prescription medicine is set to rise after the influential Pharmacy Guild won a bid to strip Chemist Warehouse of its ability to offer customers $1 off medicines.

The federal government made the decision after negotiations with the pharmacy Guild came to a head.

WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Government caves to pharmacy pressure to end a $1 script discount.

Often offering the lowest prices, Chemist Warehouse had previously used a policy allowing them to knock $1 off government-set prices on the cost of scripts to create competition — a policy that other pharmacies did not use.

The discount policy was first introduced by former health minister Sussan Ley in 2016, but now, the Albanese government has bowed to pressure from the Pharmacy Guild to end the days of discount scripts.

After the intense scrutiny of this year’s budget due to the rise in the cost of living, the Pharmacy Guild welcomed the decision — saying it will help Australians “struggling with the cost of healthcare”.

The lobby group fought for the change to the discounted scripts, saying it would keep costs down in the long run and “restore universality” to prescription prices but result in the binning of the $1 discount.

“The freezing of maximum medicine co-payments via the staged application of the discretionary $1 discount will help Australians struggling with the cost of healthcare and will restore universality to the PBS,” The Pharmacy Guild’s President Trent Twomey said.

The Pharmacy Guild said the measure will provide “much-needed relief” for those struggling to afford their essential medicines amid inflationary pressures and a cost-of-living crisis.

“Freezing indexation of co-payment means patients won’t have to foot more of the overall cost for their medicines come 1 January each year,” Twomey said.

“On behalf of our members, the Guild has a strong track record of fighting to bring down the cost of medicines — I’m pleased the Guild secured anti-inflationary relief for patients by phasing in the universal application of the $1 discount as part of our 8CPA negotiations.”

Chemist Warehouse has been contacted for comment.

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Hilton Properties Nationwide Unveils Month-Long National Wedding Sale

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Exclusive 20% discounts, lucky draw prizes and memorable perks await couples

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hilton properties across Malaysia are pleased to announce the Weddings at Hilton. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a lavish affair, let Hilton properties in Malaysia make your special day truly unforgettable.

Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Hilton Kuala Lumpur

The festivities commence with an exclusive 20% discount on selected wedding packages, Hilton Honor bonus points as well as additional perks from selected wedding partners. For convenience and easy bookings, the online wedding sale was launched on 6th May and will commence till 30th May 2024. Guests are encouraged to take the opportunity to enjoy great savings on this limited time offer via visiting weddingsathilton.com 

DoubleTree by Hilton Damai Laut Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Damai Laut Resort

For those looking for customized packages and arrangements, the much-anticipated KLPJ Wedding Fair awaits from May 17th to May 19th, Booth B85, Hall 3 at Mid-Valley Exhibition Center. From start to finish, Hilton wedding specialists ensure a stress-free stroll down the aisle. Furthermore, booking made during the wedding fair comes inclusive of perks such as a complimentary stay in the Bridal Suite, customizable menus and food tasting just to name a few. Couples will also earn double Hilton Honors Points, which can be used to redeem a honeymoon at any Hilton hotel worldwide.

DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur
DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Hilton Kuching
Hilton Kuching

Attendees at the fair will have the chance to win lucky draw prizes from exclusive vendors which include complimentary pre-wedding cinematography by Motion In Style Production, a 2-hour 360 video booth service by TagBooth Photobooth, or a studio photoshoot by Precious. Additionally, all participants, regardless of their deposit amount, will receive a goodie bag with edible gift favors, cash vouchers, promotional materials, and a chance to win a 2-tier wedding cake by Sylvia Alexa Artistry.

Participating Hilton Properties:

Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Hilton Petaling Jaya
Hilton Kuching
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Doubletree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Doubletree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside
Doubletree by Hilton Melaka
Doubletree by Hilton Johor Bahru
Doubletree by Hilton Shah Alam i-City
Doubletree by Hilton Damai Laut Resort
Doubletree Resort by Hilton Penang
Hilton Garden Inn Puchong

Wedding Partners:

Arifah Hot Oven
Sylvia Alexa Artistry
Armadale Weddings
Precious Wedding & The Gown Atelier
Mohan’s Executives Tailors
Momento Wedding
Motion In Style
TagBooth Photobooth
Posterlite
Merry Ice Cream

Book your wedding package during this month-long celebration of love and embark on a journey that will leave cherished memories for a lifetime. For more information, visit weddingsathilton.com.

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