KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Waseda University recently opened the Waseda International House of Literature (nicknamed the Haruki Murakami Library) on Oct 1.
According to a statement, the decision to establish the new facility on the main campus came after alumnus and writer Haruki Murakami deposited and donated his valuable works and unpublished materials to Waseda University.
In addition to Murakami's works and literature, the new facility will also serve as a research hub for translation and international literature.
Researchers and Murakami lovers from worldwide can look forward to a wide range of archival materials such as ephemera related to Murakami's writing and scrapbooks containing interviews, literary reviews, essays and other materials concerned with Murakami's works.
The University hopes the Waseda International House of Literature will help promote and facilitate global exchange just as the official name of the facility suggests and looks forward to creating a cosmopolitan house of literature with and for everyone.
Using Murakami's literary works as a starting point, the Waseda International House of Literature aims to globalise the study and transmission of literature, engaging in initiatives that strive for international exchange.
Furthermore, the library aims to create a space of exchange -- a location that allows for an open international exchange of literature and culture, through seminars, symposiums and special exhibitions.
The Waseda International House of Literature will also strive to provide exhibitions and features online, for all to access.
Videos, including the visual introduction of the Waseda International House of Literature (directed by Kei Shichiri) have been made available on the Waseda International House of Literature's website and official YouTube channel.
Among others, also held are Special Exhibitions: ‘Literature in Architecture, Architecture in Literature’ (2F Exhibition Room) Oct 1, 2021 - Feb 4, 2022; and, Opening Events: Waseda International House of Literature Opening International Symposium, ‘Explore Your Story, Speak Your Heart’ on Nov 20.
-- BERNAMA
Thursday, October 7, 2021
THE CHAIRMAN DEVOURS COMPETITION AS SOLE CHINESE CUISINE RESTAURANT IN WORLD'S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS AWARDS 2021
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| The Chairman took the No.10 spot in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards 2021 (Photo: Business Wire) |
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) --The Chairman, a Cantonese restaurant in Central, renowned for its authentic, ingredients-driven cuisine, took the No 10 spot in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards 2021.
A new entrant into this year’s top 10, The Chairman was also the recipient of the Highest Climber Award, having risen an impressive 31 places from its previous ranking.
Held on Oct 5 in Antwerp, Flanders, the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards 2021 saw restaurants from 26 countries across five continents placed on the list.
Based on a statement, The Chairman was the only Chinese cuisine restaurant on the list.
The news comes after The Chairman won two coveted titles – The Best Restaurant in Asia and The Best Restaurant in China – in March 2021 in the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards 2021.
The World’s 50 Best Restaurants also revealed its list of restaurants ranked from 51st to 100th. Hong Kong is represented by Vea (No 71), Belon (No 88) and Amber (No 100).
The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy, an influential group of more than 1,000 leaders, made up of food writers and critics, chefs, restaurateurs and international culinary experts, votes and creates the annual list of restaurants.
-- BERNAMA
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
TDCX ANNOUNCES PRICING OF INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING
SINGAPORE & NEW YORK, Oct 1 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- TDCX Inc. ("TDCX" or the “Company”), a high-growth digital customer experience solutions provider for technology and blue-chip companies, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 19,358,957 American Depositary Shares (“ADS”). Each ADS represents one Class A ordinary share, at a price to the public of US$18 per ADS.
TDCX granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 2,903,843 ADS at the initial public offering price, less underwriting discounts and commissions. The total gross proceeds of the offering are expected to be approximately US$401 million if the underwriters choose to exercise their over-allotment option in full.
The shares are expected to begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange on 1 October 2021 under the symbol “TDCX”. The offering is expected to close on 5 October 2021, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
TDCX intends to use the net proceeds from this offering to repay amounts outstanding under a term loan credit facility affiliated with Credit Suisse and fund general corporate purposes.
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC are acting as the joint bookrunners for the offering.
The initial public offering is being made only by means of a prospectus. When available, copies of the final prospectus may be obtained from:
Goldman Sachs & Co. L.L.C.
200 West Street
New York, NY 10282-2198
Attention: Prospectus Department (1-866-471-2526)
Email: prospectus-ny@gs.com
Credit Suisse Securities (USA) L.L.C.
6933 Louis Stephens Drive
Morrisville, NC 27560
Attention: Prospectus Department (1-800-221-1037)
Email: usa.prospectus@credit-suisse.com
A registration statement relating to these securities was filed with, and declared effective by, the Securities and Exchange Commission on 30 September 2021. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
About TDCX
TDCX is a high-growth digital customer experience solutions provider for innovative technology and other blue-chip companies. The Company offers omnichannel CX solutions, sales and digital marketing services and content monitoring and moderation services. The Company has a track record of success with clients in travel and hospitality, digital advertising and media, fast-moving consumer goods, technology, financial services, fintech, government and non-governmental organisations, gaming, e-commerce and education. TDCX has an international footprint with offices in Singapore, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, China, Japan, Spain, India, Colombia and Romania, and services its clients’ customers globally in more than 20 languages. TDCX has won over 270 awards.
Forward-looking statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not historical facts. In some cases, you can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as “outlook,” “believes,” “expects,” “potential,” “continues,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “seeks,” “predicts,” “intends,” “trends,” “plans,” “estimates,” “anticipates” or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. These forward-looking statements include any statements regarding the expected start of trading of the Company’s Class A common stock, the closing of the Company’s initial public offering and the anticipated use of the net proceeds received by the Company from the offering. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. These factors include but are not limited to those described under “Risk Factors” in the Company’s registration statement relating to the initial public offering. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in the registration statement. TDCX undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law.
The shares are expected to begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange on 1 October 2021 under the symbol “TDCX”. The offering is expected to close on 5 October 2021, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
TDCX intends to use the net proceeds from this offering to repay amounts outstanding under a term loan credit facility affiliated with Credit Suisse and fund general corporate purposes.
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC are acting as the joint bookrunners for the offering.
The initial public offering is being made only by means of a prospectus. When available, copies of the final prospectus may be obtained from:
Goldman Sachs & Co. L.L.C.
200 West Street
New York, NY 10282-2198
Attention: Prospectus Department (1-866-471-2526)
Email: prospectus-ny@gs.com
Credit Suisse Securities (USA) L.L.C.
6933 Louis Stephens Drive
Morrisville, NC 27560
Attention: Prospectus Department (1-800-221-1037)
Email: usa.prospectus@credit-suisse.com
A registration statement relating to these securities was filed with, and declared effective by, the Securities and Exchange Commission on 30 September 2021. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
About TDCX
TDCX is a high-growth digital customer experience solutions provider for innovative technology and other blue-chip companies. The Company offers omnichannel CX solutions, sales and digital marketing services and content monitoring and moderation services. The Company has a track record of success with clients in travel and hospitality, digital advertising and media, fast-moving consumer goods, technology, financial services, fintech, government and non-governmental organisations, gaming, e-commerce and education. TDCX has an international footprint with offices in Singapore, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, China, Japan, Spain, India, Colombia and Romania, and services its clients’ customers globally in more than 20 languages. TDCX has won over 270 awards.
Forward-looking statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not historical facts. In some cases, you can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as “outlook,” “believes,” “expects,” “potential,” “continues,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “seeks,” “predicts,” “intends,” “trends,” “plans,” “estimates,” “anticipates” or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. These forward-looking statements include any statements regarding the expected start of trading of the Company’s Class A common stock, the closing of the Company’s initial public offering and the anticipated use of the net proceeds received by the Company from the offering. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. These factors include but are not limited to those described under “Risk Factors” in the Company’s registration statement relating to the initial public offering. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in the registration statement. TDCX undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law.
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--BERNAMA
OCEANIC GLOBAL LAUNCHES BLUE STANDARD, ESTABLISHING UNIVERSAL ACCOUNTABILITY FOR SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 6 (Bernama) -- The international non-profit Oceanic Global has launched the Blue Standard (Blue), a first-of-its-kind cross-industry standard empowering industries and businesses of all sizes to achieve measurable impact that protects our blue planet.
According to a statement, emissions, toxins, and plastics are all consequences of human-made industry that are devastating the Earth. And with 70 per cent of the planet covered by the ocean, marine ecosystems are bearing the brunt of our actions.
The Blue Standard was developed together with Oceanic Global’s Scientific Advisory Board and trained experts in both WELL and LEED building rating systems, as a timely response to the impending threat of Climate Change and the increasing demand for transparent industry action.
Blue features two core offerings: a 3-star sustainability verification system for Business Operations and Product and Packing Seals that verify plastic-free consumer goods.
An evolution of Oceanic Global’s long standing industry solutions programme (formerly known as The Oceanic Standard), Blue has verified the sustainability achievements of 400+ across 26 counties to date, ranging from Salesforce in New York, to the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok, and Citi Tower in Hong Kong, among others.
Leading sustainable brands including Plaine Products, Raw Elements, Ball Aluminum Cups, are also amongst the inaugural brands set to be awarded with Blue’s new Product and Packaging Seals.
Recognising the opportunity and potential for businesses to meet both business demand and environmental need, the Blue Standard has also created custom programmes for industries including hospitality, music, events, office spaces, and professional sports.
These specified offerings work together to further the environmental efforts within their respective fields while also establishing universal accountability and cohesive benchmarks for sustainable business leadership across industry.
Oceanic Global will celebrate the official launch of the Blue Standard via a free & open-to-the-public virtual event taking place on Oct 7 live-streamed at both Noon EDT and Midnight EDT to accommodate varying time zones.
More details at www.oceanic.global.
-- BERNAMA
According to a statement, emissions, toxins, and plastics are all consequences of human-made industry that are devastating the Earth. And with 70 per cent of the planet covered by the ocean, marine ecosystems are bearing the brunt of our actions.
The Blue Standard was developed together with Oceanic Global’s Scientific Advisory Board and trained experts in both WELL and LEED building rating systems, as a timely response to the impending threat of Climate Change and the increasing demand for transparent industry action.
Blue features two core offerings: a 3-star sustainability verification system for Business Operations and Product and Packing Seals that verify plastic-free consumer goods.
An evolution of Oceanic Global’s long standing industry solutions programme (formerly known as The Oceanic Standard), Blue has verified the sustainability achievements of 400+ across 26 counties to date, ranging from Salesforce in New York, to the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok, and Citi Tower in Hong Kong, among others.
Leading sustainable brands including Plaine Products, Raw Elements, Ball Aluminum Cups, are also amongst the inaugural brands set to be awarded with Blue’s new Product and Packaging Seals.
Recognising the opportunity and potential for businesses to meet both business demand and environmental need, the Blue Standard has also created custom programmes for industries including hospitality, music, events, office spaces, and professional sports.
These specified offerings work together to further the environmental efforts within their respective fields while also establishing universal accountability and cohesive benchmarks for sustainable business leadership across industry.
Oceanic Global will celebrate the official launch of the Blue Standard via a free & open-to-the-public virtual event taking place on Oct 7 live-streamed at both Noon EDT and Midnight EDT to accommodate varying time zones.
More details at www.oceanic.global.
-- BERNAMA
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
AUSTRALIA GOES LIVE WITH EVERBRIDGE-POWERED PUBLIC WARNING PLATFORM COUNTRYWIDE
Australia Successfully Goes Live With Everbridge Public Warning Platform Countrywide (Graphic: Business Wire)
According to a statement, all Australian states and territories are now live on Everbridge Public Warning following a comprehensive project deployment period.
Vice President of Australia, New Zealand & Oceania at Everbridge, Steve Foster said: “With no opting in or app download required, Everbridge’s Public Warning platform delivers emergency alerts to at-risk populations on a nationwide scale to help keep Australian residents and visitors, when borders reopen, safe during bushfires and other critical events.”
Home to more than 25 million residents and nine million annual visitors (upon borders re-opening), Australia first introduced its Emergency Alert system in 2009 in response to a series of deadly bushfires.
In need of continuing to modernise the service, Australia selected Everbridge’s market leading, software-as-a-service (SaaS) Public Warning platform to enable each state and territory – and their regional authorities – to leverage the platform to alert their local citizens and visitors, support first responder communications, and analyse disaster communication effectiveness for subsequent mitigation activities.
Following two years of testing across all Australian states and territories, the Australian Government has successfully gone live with its next-generation population warning system to enable police, fire, and emergency services to alert communities to a likely or actual emergency.
In the event of a critical situation, such as bushfire, flood, cyclone, extreme heat, or terror attack, Australia’s emergency services will send location-based text messages to mobile phones and voice messages to landlines within a precise geo-targeted area, while integrating with social media platforms.
The Australia emergency alerting system implementation expands on Everbridge’s position as the global leader in population-wide Public Warning solutions used by over 1,500 municipalities, counties, cities, states and countries in every major region of the world including Europe, Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas.
Everbridge will join Australian Government officials this week to discuss the national alerting system and Public Warning best practices at the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference and at the AFAC21 Virtual Conference & Exhibition.
More details at www.everbridge.com.
-- BERNAMA
INVNT GROUP® AND PEPSICO INNOVATE THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP AT GLOBAL FAIR IN DUBAI
INVNT GROUP Develops and Builds Three Immersive Brand Experiences
New York, NY, Oct 1 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- [INVNT GROUP] and PepsiCo have strategically partnered to design and build three one-of-a-kind, interactive, and educational pavilions opening October 1st , 2021. Each pavilion is designed around core sub-themes of Mobility, Sustainability, and Opportunity.PepsiCo’s global brands including Aquafina®, Gatorade®, Pepsi® and Lay’s® headline the landmark pavilions; designed with the power of connectivity and sustainable futures in mind.
Each pavilion has taken acute dedication, creativity, and labor - logging 6,032 hours for the Aquafina The Drop pavilion, 5,815 hours for the Gatorade The Bolt pavilion, and 5,943 hours for the Pepsi & Lay’s The Plus pavilion. Through advanced modular methodologies, INVNT GROUP in partnership with it’s on the ground fabrication partner in Dubai, Bespoke Modular Systems, has designed and engineered the pavilions with eco-conscious materials and considerations.
Scott Cullather, President & CEO, INVNT GROUP notes, “We’ve been working collaboratively with PepsiCo since 2006 on many of their largest activations and brand engagements across the portfolio. We are thrilled to continue that partnership through our purposeful work. The entire world will be present at this magnificent event, and we look forward to entertaining, educating, inspiring, and delighting.”
Jamal Wick, Managing Director, Bespoke Modular Systems added, “We are thrilled to support INVNT GROUP in bringing to life their designs for these iconic pavilions and can’t wait for the world to experience them firsthand this October.”
MEDICAL DEVICE AUTHORITY APPROVES TRIPLEX INTERNATIONAL BIOSCIENCES' SARS-COV-2 ANTIGEN RAPID TEST KIT (SALIVA) FOR SELF-TEST IN MALAYSIA
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| MDA approved- TIB Covid-19 Saliva Self Test. Highest Sensitivity, accuracy and specificity, evaluated by IMR, Malaysia |
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- Universal Therapeutics, a multinational pharmaceutical and biotech company based in Malaysia, today announced that the Medical Device Authority of Malaysia (MDA) has approved the SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Test Kit (Saliva) for self-testing.
Manufactured by Triplex International Biosciences (China), the easy-to-use Rapid Test Kit can quickly detect the possibility of a COVID-19 infection, with a sensitivity of 100% specificity of 100% and accuracy of 100%. The test kit works by detecting the presence of the coronavirus nucleocapsid protein in saliva samples. Infants under the age of two are not recommended to use this test kit.
“With the relentless spread of COVID-19, new variants and the huge strain on public healthcare systems, this easy-to-use saliva self-test kit meets the demand for a quick, affordable and accurate way to detect the virus, thereby aiding virus containment efforts,” said Sidney Soares, Chief Executive Officer, Universal Therapeutics.
The kit will be made available through Universal Therapeutics’ network of hospitals, medical facilities, medical institutions and pharmacies.
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