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BIG Dental Malaysia expands across Klang Valley
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BIG Dental Malaysia has added branches in Puchong, Kepong Baru and Kajang Jade Hills, bringing its patient-first dental care model closer to families and young professionals across the Klang Valley.
Shanghai courts Southeast Asian travelers with family-focused summer events
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Shanghai is rolling out its biggest summer consumption season from July to October 2026, aiming at travelers from Southeast Asia with sports, culture, nightlife and family attractions.
Benny Mailman releases travel memoir trilogy based on solo Asia journey
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Author Benny Mailman is highlighting The Experiencer Series, a three-book memoir trilogy drawn from his solo trip across Asia from 2012 to 2013. The books are now available on Amazon, with a website offering more information for readers interested…
Global Coalition on Aging, Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society to host Silver Economy Forum 2026 in Kuala Lumpur
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The Global Coalition on Aging and the Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society will bring government, business and health leaders to Kuala Lumpur on Nov. 11-12 for Silver Economy Forum 2026. The summit is designed to turn ageing populations into an…
Medical tourism market seen nearly quintupling by 2035
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The global medical tourism market is projected to grow from $58.2 billion in 2025 to $292.9 billion by 2035, driven by lower treatment costs abroad, expanding hospital infrastructure and rising use of telemedicine.
Top 10 China Steel Capsule House Makers Target Tourism Projects
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A new report ranks 10 registered Chinese manufacturers of steel-framed modular capsule houses for glamping, eco-resorts and scenic tourism developments.
Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur leads new Asia Pacific hotel ranking for travelers 50 and over
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Greytt has launched The Greytt 50, an independent ranking of 28,000 Asia Pacific hotels designed to measure how well properties serve travelers aged 50 and older.
Chelsea name travelling squad for Johor Darul Ta'zim pre-season clash
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Chelsea have confirmed a star-studded pre-season travelling squad ahead of their 9 August match against Johor Darul Ta’zim at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Malaysia.
Malaysia opens Southeast Asia’s largest neuro-robotic rehab center
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Malaysia has launched the Sultan Nazrin Shah PERKESO Rehabilitation Centre in Ipoh, a major national investment in technology-enabled recovery and return-to-work services.
Tourism source market seen reaching $1.1 trillion by 2032
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Allied Market Research projects the global tourism source market will nearly double from $599.4 billion in 2022 to $1.1 trillion by 2032, driven by rising travel demand and niche tourism growth.
Five rubber slipper suppliers to watch in 2026
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A 2026 sourcing review highlights five rubber slipper suppliers across Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, China and the Philippines as global buyers look for clearer data on materials, lead times and private-label capabilities.
Malaysian travelers push Japan trips toward private, customized tours in 2026
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Malaysian demand for Japan travel is shifting in 2026 toward private, flexible itineraries, with Diper Tour positioning itself around that change.
Tourism source market seen reaching $1.1 trillion by 2032
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Allied Market Research says the global tourism source market was worth $599.4 billion in 2022 and is projected to hit $1.1 trillion by 2032. The report points to mobile apps, group travel and Europe as the leading segments, with rising demand for…
TTW names top 50 medical tourism destinations for 2026
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Travel And Tour World has released its 2026 ranking of the world’s top 50 medical tourism destinations, citing healthcare quality, affordability, specialist expertise and patient services.
Cesar Arevalo plans birthday trip across five countries with new AzulNight content
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Television host Cesar Arevalo will travel through Jordan, Malaysia, India, Singapore and Cambodia as part of a birthday journey that doubles as a new content push for AzulNight.
Rakuten Viki marks fourth K-Drama Day with free shows, fan prizes and celebrity content
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Rakuten Viki is bringing back K-Drama Day for a fourth year from Sept. 25 to Oct. 1, 2026, with free access to selected Korean series, fan voting, prizes and exclusive interviews.
Shanghai courts Southeast Asia with family-focused summer events
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Shanghai is rolling out its Shanghai Summer 2026 campaign from July through October to attract travelers from Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia with sports, culture, entertainment and late-night city experiences.
Five Chinese capsule house makers draw glamping demand in 2026
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Five China-based capsule house manufacturers are being cited as key suppliers for glamping, resort and outdoor hospitality projects in 2026 as modular accommodation demand expands.
Chinese ambassador reposts Rio the panda cub's New Year greeting
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A PandaWandering clip of Rio, the first giant panda cub born in Indonesia, was reposted by the Chinese Embassy in Indonesia and Ambassador Wang Lutong after a February 2026 livestream drew more than 100,000 overseas viewers.
BRICS culture conference spotlights Madhya Pradesh as a heritage hub
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BRICS delegates met in Bhopal from Aug. 5-8 for a culture conference that put Madhya Pradesh’s heritage, tourism assets and living traditions on display.
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