SINGAPORE, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Most December holidays begin with a feeling. Some travellers want a few quiet days by the sea, others want a weekend built around food and culture, while many simply need somewhere easy to reach after a long year. New accommodation search data from digital travel platform Agoda suggests Malaysians are keeping their favourite destinations in mind while adding a few less familiar options to the shortlist.

Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Malacca remain the six most-searched domestic destinations for December stays. Alongside them, Kuantan and Kuala Terengganu are gaining interest, Sibu has entered the domestic top 20, and Johor Bahru and Port Dickson are moving higher as convenient getaways.

Fabian Teja, Country Director for Malaysia and Brunei at Agoda, said: “Malaysia’s established holiday hotspots continue to lead, but travellers are also considering lesser-known places for their year-end breaks. That gives secondary destinations a real chance to attract more visitors when they offer something distinctive, good value and a trip that is straightforward to plan. Malaysians are open to going somewhere new, but they still need a strong reason to choose it. Agoda helps travellers compare accommodation, flights and activities across more destinations. For Malaysia’s tourism industry, turning that curiosity into visits will depend on how clearly each place can show what makes it worth the trip.”

Island time or a coastal city break?

Langkawi remains a natural choice for travellers who want the full island holiday, complete with resort stays, beach days and excursions out on the water. It retained third place among Malaysia’s most-searched domestic destinations, with searches growing by 58% from 2025.

Kuantan offers a more flexible way to head to the coast. Travellers can combine time by the sea with local food and the conveniences of a city, without planning the entire trip around an island itinerary. While Kuantan ranked 13th overall, searches grew by 111%. Its rise points to greater interest in coastal trips that can move easily between beach time, food stops and unhurried days with fewer fixed plans.

Travellers heading to the east coast in December should check current weather conditions and transport schedules before confirming their itinerary.

A familiar heritage weekend or culture at a slower pace?

Malacca remains an easy favourite for a food-filled weekend among historic streets, museums, cafés and familiar local stops. The city held sixth place, with year-on-year searches increasing by 82%.

Kuala Terengganu offers a quieter interpretation of a cultural getaway. Its traditional crafts, east coast flavours and coastal setting lend themselves to travellers who want to explore without filling every hour of the trip. Searches for Kuala Terengganu grew by 114%, lifting the city from 18th to 14th place. This was the largest climb among destinations appearing in the top 20 in both years.

The comparison shows how Malaysians can now choose between two very different versions of a culture-led holiday: the familiar energy of Malacca or the slower rhythm of Kuala Terengganu.

Looking beyond East Malaysia’s usual gateways

Kota Kinabalu and Kuching remain firmly on Malaysians’ year-end travel map, holding fourth and fifth place respectively. Both offer an established mix of food, culture and experiences beyond the city centre.

Sibu provides another way to experience Sarawak. Days can unfold around markets, local dining and the riverfront, making it suited to travellers who prefer discovering a place through its everyday character rather than a long sightseeing checklist.

The town was part of Agoda’s domestic top 20 in 19th place, with searches growing by 78% year on year. Its arrival suggests that some travellers are beginning to look beyond East Malaysia’s best-known city breaks when planning their December trips.

When the easiest holiday is the most appealing

Not every year-end break needs a flight or weeks of planning. Johor Bahru and Port Dickson both moved up Agoda’s rankings as Malaysians searched for trips that are easier to arrange.

Johor Bahru climbed to seventh place, offering travellers a packed weekend of food, shopping and family attractions. Port Dickson rose to eighth, providing a quick coastal reset within easy reach of the Klang Valley.

Their growing popularity reflects a practical side of December travel. After a busy year, sometimes the best holiday is simply one that is easy to reach, easy to plan and different enough from home.

Malaysia’s familiar favourites continue to lead, but travellers now have more ways to create the holiday they want. Whether it is Langkawi or Kuantan, Malacca or Kuala Terengganu, the choice is becoming less about following the usual list and more about finding the right kind of break.

With over 130,000 flight routes, more than 6 million holiday properties, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda helps travellers combine their bookings in one platform. Travellers can discover deals on Agoda’s mobile app and Agoda.com.

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Inspiration — the strategic pillar of high‑trust leadership that shapes culture, reinforces trust, and aligns collective purpose.

TAIPEI, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On Sept. 10, Great Place To Work™ proudly hosted the Best Workplaces™ in Taiwan 2026 awards ceremony at the DoubleTree by Hilton Taipei Zhongshan, honouring organizations that demonstrate outstanding culture and practices in trust‑building, leadership effectiveness, and employee well‑being. This recognition is based on rigorous employee feedback and an in‑depth evaluation of organizational practices that promote fairness, credibility, respect, and trust.

This year’s theme, “Inspire and be Inspired” underscores the vital role of motivation, empowerment, and shared purpose across industries. At its core, inspiration is a high‑trust leadership behavior—one that encourages leaders to spark ideas, elevate voices, and create the conditions for people to do their best work. Inspiration fuels innovation, strengthens collaboration, and empowers individuals to grow with confidence and purpose. By creating an environment where ideas are encouraged, achievements are celebrated, and every voice is valued, we nurture a cycle of inspiration that elevates not only our people but the entire organization.

Organizations that prioritize inspiration cultivate open communication, encourage bold ideas, and empower individuals to take ownership of their growth — creating a deeper sense of belonging, camaraderie, and pride. By recognizing contributions, fostering meaningful connections, and giving employees a clear understanding of how their work drives shared success, companies build a culture where motivation naturally thrives. When inspiration becomes part of everyday leadership, workplaces transform into communities where people feel valued, engaged, and energized by a collective sense of possibility, bringing their best selves to the organization’s future.

The event at the DoubleTree hotel brought together leaders, employees, and community representatives to celebrate companies that have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to fostering environments where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. This award is to honor and recognize organizations that demonstrate outstanding practices in trust‑building, leadership effectiveness, and employee well‑being. 

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: 

“Inspiration is the foundation of a truly great workplace. When people feel inspired, they tap into their creativity, their courage, and their sense of purpose — and that energy lifts the entire organization. As leaders, our responsibility is to create environments where people feel trusted, supported, and encouraged to grow. When inspiration becomes part of daily culture, extraordinary things happen.” — said Mr. Jose Bezanilla, CEO, Great Place To Work™ Greater China.

Awards Ceremony:  

This year, 16 companies earned a place on the list, achieving an impressive average score of 87.49 percent. Being recognized among these outstanding organizations reflects our commitment to fostering a culture grounded in respect, empowerment, and collaboration. It also reaffirms our position as a leading workplace where ALL employees are supported, celebrated, and given every opportunity to thrive and succeed.

Best Workplaces™ in Taiwan 2026 

AbbVie Taiwan
ADATA
Allianz Taiwan Life
Applied Materials Taiwan, Ltd.
Boehringer Ingelheim Taiwan Limited
Cadence
Cisco
DHL
JustCo (Taiwan Onshore) Ltd.
Kuehne + Nagel Taiwan
Logicalis Taiwan
Marriott International
Mastercard
Micron
TransPak
W. L. Gore & Associates

Legends

This year, two companies received special recognition as 5‑Year Legends, having been honored as Best Workplaces™ in Taiwan consecutively from 2022 through 2026.

ADATA
Cadence

Core Findings

Under the For All™ methodology, companies are evaluated on how well they are creating an inclusive workplace experience for all employees no matter who they are or what they do. 

The data from Best Workplaces™ in Taiwan 2026 show that over 88.4% of employees view their workplaces positively as a great place to work. Compared with other workplaces across Greater China, companies awarded in the Taiwan list reported notably stronger experiences in the following areas:

• 28.7% more likely to perceive having special and unique benefits
• 21.5% more likely to perceive access to training or development for professional growth
• 21.1% more likely to perceive management has a clear view of where the organization is going

In the Trust Index© Survey to employees, we collected 14,136 valid responses from awarded companies, and this generated an average score of 87.5% for Taiwan. We applaud your continuous efforts to build great workplace cultures for your associates.

Hearty congratulations to all of this year’s winners!  

About Great Place To Work™ 

Great Place To Work™ is the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures that provides executive advisory and culture consulting services to businesses in more than 180 countries and regions, through proprietary assessment tools, benchmarks and certification programs. In Greater China, we work with different media partners to publish our lists namely, the ‘Best Workplaces™ in Greater China’ list, a special list of ‘Best Workplaces for Women™ in Greater China’ list,  the ‘Best Workplaces™ in Hong Kong’  list and the ‘Best Workplaces™ in Taiwan’ list. In the US, we work with Fortune Magazine to publish the 100 Best Companies to Work For® list. 

For more information about building a great workplace, please visit our official websites: 
https://www.greatplacetowork.cn/
http://www.greatplacetowork.com.hk/
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“When leaders create clarity, fairness, and trust, people feel inspired to bring their full selves to work. Inspiration grows in workplaces where everyone knows their voice matters and their contributions make a difference.”
Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work.

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dreame Technology is showcasing more than 100 products across 16 categories, demonstrating how Physical AI can move beyond the digital interface and become part of the physical world—helping products better perceive, understand, and respond to everyday life.

At the foundation of this ecosystem is Dreame’s Physical AI architecture, which integrates three core technology pillars: the Omni-Perception System, the Home Intelligence Model, and the Intelligent Actuation & Control System. Together, these enable products to perceive surroundings, interpret scenarios, make decisions, and translate them into physical actions—applying shared capabilities across diverse products and real-world use cases.

Smart Cleaning Flagships

Headlining the robot vacuum lineup is the X60 Ultra Extreme. Its Dual-Joint UltraExtend Arms allow the side brush to extend 12cm and the mop to reach 18cm into corners and under furniture. The ultra-slim 8.9cm design, liftable LDS module, and 42,000 Pa Vormax Suction ensure powerful cleaning in low-clearance spaces. AI-Enhanced OmniSight and 10cm ProLeap provide smooth navigation, while the PowerDock offers 100°C mop self-cleaning and up to 100 days of hands-free emptying.

Also unveiled is the Aqua20 Ultra Roller, Dreame’s first steam robot vacuum, using 180°C steam and 100°C hot water to melt grease and kill 99.99% of bacteria, with an 8cm extendable roller mop reaching deeper into recessed spaces.

For floor care, the H16 Pro TriForce combines 30,000 Pa suction, 200°C steam sterilization, 90°C hot water degreasing, and foam cleaning in one slim device, with a 9.85cm low profile and 180° lie-flat reach.

Personal Care Innovations

The Pocket Aura uses smart heat control and real-time distance sensors to reduce heat damage, low-heat drying and a foldable, travel-ready design. The Pocket Uni offers SmartVolt™ global voltage, 350 million negative ions, and a self-absorbing curling wand that styles with airflow. The AirStyle Pro HI is an 8-in-1 styling kit with a 130,000 RPM motor and Dreamehome app guidance, featuring A-Curl™ and a U-shaped straightening nozzle.

Air Purification Solutions

The FP10 Furcatch Air Purifier for pet owners captures 99.5% of pet hair and eliminates odors via six-stage purification with H14 HEPA and CataFresh™.

The TP20 delivers 500m³/h PCADR, refreshing a 20㎡ room in under 6 minutes, with a 3-in-1 filter lasting up to 5 years and 22dB quiet operation. The compact TP10 offers 280m³/h CADR for spaces up to 117㎡, consuming just 0.48kWh per 24 hours. The NP10 uses high-voltage electrostatic purification with a washable filter, delivering 400m³/h CADR at 28W.

Debuting is the RF10 Purifier Cool, a 2-in-1 purifier and fan with 120° wide-area airflow, millimeter-wave radar for person-tracking, and an 8-layer purification system with negative ions, consuming less than 1kWh per 24 hours.

From Intelligent Products to a Connected Smart Living Ecosystem

Dreame’s IFA 2026 presence reflects a shift toward an integrated ecosystem, applying common perception, decision-making, and execution capabilities across categories. With products in 190+ countries and 42 million households, Dreame continues to extend its Physical AI expertise into everyday life.

About Dreame Technology

Established in 2017, Dreame Technology is a trailblazer in smart home appliances that enhance lives through cutting-edge technology. The official distributor for Dreame Technology in Singapore is DM Dasher Pte Ltd. Stay updated by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, or visit https://dreame.sg/.

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A Chrono24 analysis of completed transactions from 2018 to Q2 2026 shows Rolex’s pandemic premium has fully unwound. The brand stays in front, but its lead has narrowed across every segment and younger buyers are spreading their money more widely.

• Under-30 buyers allocate the highest share of their watch spending to Rolex, about 34%. They have also pulled back the most: from roughly half the 2022 peak, a drop of around 30% in three years and the steepest of any age group.
• Rolex has given back share in every price segment since 2023, by 3 to 8 percentage points, as Cartier, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin gain ground.
• Demand is rotating from sports icons to the classic Datejust, now the single largest revenue-contributing collection at about 28%.
• Rolex accounts for 35% of watch transaction volume among North American buyers, its highest regional share, up from about 27% in 2018, while Asian demand has fallen from the low 30s to around 20%.

KARLSRUHE, Germany, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rolex’s pandemic premium has fully unwound. Its marketplace share is back near the pre-2019 level after a 44% peak in early 2022, and prices are climbing again: the Rolex price index sits about 55% above 2019 and rose around 7% over the past year. The sharpest movement now comes from Rolex’s youngest buyers. These are among the results of a new analysis of Chrono24’s own marketplace data, covering 2018 to the second quarter of 2026. Rolex remains the largest brand on the Chrono24 marketplace at around 31% of dollar sales volume, ahead of Omega (about 11%) and Patek Philippe (about 6%). What has changed sits underneath that number.

After several years defined by pandemic-era price spikes and scarcity, the market has settled into a calmer phase. That makes this a useful moment to look at how buyers are behaving now that the boom is over, and the clearest answers sit in who is buying and what they choose.

Younger buyers are pulling back the hardest

Buyers under 30 still direct a larger share of their money to Rolex than any older group, about 34% against 27% for the over-60s. They are also retreating fastest. At the 2022 peak, the under-30s put roughly half of their watch spending into Rolex; that has since fallen by about 30% over three years, the steepest decline of any age group. Every age band has eased since the boom. The youngest buyers have moved furthest, toward dressier models and a wider set of challenger brands.

Rivals have recovered across every segment

Rolex still leads every price band above $5,000, and its grip is tightest in the $10,000 to $20,000 tier, where it holds about 61% of sales volume. Above $20,000 it holds close to 39%. That lead has thinned across the board since 2023, by 3 to 8 percentage points depending on the segment. The steepest slip came in its own stronghold: the $10,000 to $20,000 tier, where Rolex commanded more than 70% at the 2022 peak and now sits near 61%. Cartier gained the most in the $5,000 to $10,000 band, while Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin picked up ground above $20,000, where Audemars Piguet is also strong. Still, Rolex remains the reference point others are measured against.

Demand is rotating from the sports icons to the classic Datejust

For years the Submariner, GMT-Master II and Daytona defined what people wanted from Rolex. They still sell in volume and together make up close to 38% of revenue. The GMT-Master II is the recent standout, helped by scarcity: after Rolex discontinued the steel “Pepsi” at Watches and Wonders 2026, that reference traded about 24% higher than a year earlier, near $25,000, one of the biggest year-on-year gains among the best-sellers.

The deeper shift is toward dressier timepieces. With younger buyers driving demand away from speculative sports models and into versatile classic-dress styles, the Datejust has become Rolex’s single largest earner at around 28% of revenue. It is also where most collectors begin: the Datejust and Oyster Perpetual are the common entry points, and buyers tend to move on to the Daytona and vintage GMT-Master as they gain experience.

Women commit more to Rolex, and choose different models

Women direct roughly 38% of their watch spending to Rolex, compared with 30% for men. Both shares have normalized since the 2022 peak, with women down about 23% over three years and men about 17%. Their model mix differs, women concentrate on the Datejust and Oyster Perpetual, which come in the smaller case sizes many buyers prefer, while the Daytona, Submariner and GMT-Master II stay strongly favored by men.

Demand is shifting toward North America

The regional map is being redrawn too. North America is now Rolex’s strongest region: Rolex accounts for 35% of watch transaction volume among North American buyers, up from about 27% in 2018. Its share of spending among American buyers has risen steadily over the past eight years. Europe holds nearly 29%. Asia has moved the other way, from the low 30s to around 20%.

A market that has grown up

What emerges is a market that has widened around its leader. Three years after the peak, its buyers have moved on from chasing a few hyped references; they now spread their money with intent across a wider field. Rolex has not retreated; the field around it has caught up.

“The pandemic premium is unwound. The clearest signal is generational: younger buyers drove the boom, and they are the ones now moving to other brands and to classic watches like the Datejust. Rolex still sets the tone, but buyers spread their money across more brands than they did three years ago”, says Balazs Ferenczi, Head of Brand Engagement at Chrono24.

Learn More

• Read The Rolex Report 2026 and download the full research report
• Explore the world’s watch market on Chrono24, featuring new, pre-owned and vintage watches

Disclaimer

This report is an independent analysis by Chrono24 and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Rolex SA.

About Chrono24

“Chrono24 – The World’s Watch Market” has been the world’s leading online marketplace for luxury watches since 2003. With more than 600,000 watches from over 3,000 dealers and 60,000 private sellers in more than 150 countries, the portal reaches more than nine million unique visitors per month. Chrono24 offers a comprehensive service portfolio with a large combined worldwide range of new, used, and vintage watches. This allows buyers and sellers to complete transactions in a trusted environment. Chrono24 employs over 350 people in offices in Germany (Karlsruhe and Berlin), Miami, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and other locations.

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HONG KONG, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — September offers an opportunity to refresh everyday routines ahead of the busy year-end period. From nutrition and supplements to personal care and household essentials, wellness can take many forms in daily life. Global health and wellness retailer iHerb is highlighting six “Health Reset” essentials across adult nutrition, children’s supplements, personal care and household cleaning to support a range of everyday needs.

Marking its 30th anniversary this year, iHerb offers a broad selection of health, beauty and everyday essentials to customers around the world.

For consumers ready to turn their Health Reset intentions into action, now is an ideal time to explore iHerb’s selection of more than 50,000 products and discover the items that best suit their individual routines. As part of its 30th Anniversary Spotlight promotion, more than 600 participating brands are offering savings of up to 30% with promo code “IH30YRS” until 17 September at 1:00 a.m. New customers worldwide can also enjoy 25% off with code “NEW25”. In addition, up to 200 limited-time product deals will be added daily through 16 September, with selected items available at 40% off or more-giving shoppers even more opportunities to find new favourites for their personal reset.

Reset everyday habits and build a more consistent wellness routine

A refreshed routine can begin with simple, consistent nutritional habits. Alongside a balanced diet, supplements can help individuals meet their nutritional needs. Doctor’s Best Vitamin C, 500 mg provides 500 mg of vitamin C per serving in a vegetarian capsule, making it easy to incorporate into a daily supplement routine for consumers who want to support their everyday nutrition.

Another popular option is California Gold Nutrition Antarctic Krill Oil, which combines omega-3 phospholipids with naturally occurring astaxanthin. It comes in fish-gelatin softgels with natural strawberry and lemon flavour. From vitamin C to omega-3 supplementation, small and consistent daily habits can provide a practical foundation for a September wellness reset.

Refresh the family routine, from children’s nutrition to personal care

A Health Reset does not need to involve dramatic lifestyle changes. For families, it can start with small habits that are easy to maintain. Nature’s Way Alive! Kids Premium Gummy Multivitamin offers a convenient everyday supplement option for children aged two and above. It combines a range of vitamins and minerals in cherry, grape and orange-flavoured gummies that are easy to fit into a family routine.

 For those looking to refresh their hair-care routine, Force Factor Hair Growth Accelerator comes in mixed berry-flavoured soft chews designed for convenient daily use. It is formulated to support fuller-looking hair and can be incorporated into a consistent hair-care routine. Together, these options give families simple ways to identify the everyday habits that work best for them.

Reset the home, from laundry care to the bathroom

A reset can extend beyond personal routines to the home. Nellie’s Wow Stick Stain Remover offers a solid stain-treatment option for everyday marks on clothing and fabrics, while Seventh Generation Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner is formulated for hard, non-porous surfaces and features a lemongrass citrus scent. Together, the two products offer practical options for refreshing everyday household routines.

iHerb expands its 30th anniversary offers with daily limited-time deals

To celebrate iHerb’s 30th anniversary, the Spotlight promotion will run from 3 September at 1:00 a.m. to 17 September at 1:00 a.m.. More than 600 participating brands will be featured, and shoppers can enjoy savings of up to 30% with promo code ‘IH30YRS’. New customers worldwide can also receive 25% off with promo code ‘NEW25’, making it easier to discover health and everyday essentials on iHerb for the first time.

Alongside the Spotlight promotion, iHerb will have up to 200 limited-time product deals each day through 16 September, with selected items available at 40% off or more across supplements, beauty, personal care and household categories. Products, discounts and promotion terms may change; the latest information on the official iHerb website will apply. Consumers can also follow the official iHerb WhatsApp account for the latest updates and get access to an exclusive 25% off promo code.

iHerb: A One-Stop Global Health and Wellness Platform

Headquartered in California, USA, iHerb is a global online retailer of health and wellness products. The platform provides Hong Kong consumers with access to authentic products through a safe and reliable cross-border shopping experience. Products are shipped directly from logistics centres in the United States and Asia, alongside the following delivery and shipping options:

• Fast delivery: Orders can arrive as fast as the next day.
• Free shipping: Enjoy free shipping on orders over HKD 150.
• Easy returns & refunds: For purchases made on the iHerb website or app, returns are accepted within 30 days from the day the order is received, while iHerb brand products enjoy an extended 90-day return period.

The featured products and anniversary offers are available through iHerb Hong Kong at https://hk.iherb.com/.

About iHerb (official website: https://hk.iherb.com/)

iHerb is a globally renowned US-based cross-border e-commerce platform specializing in high-quality health supplements, nutritional products, beauty and personal care, and daily essentials. Offering a curated selection of over 50,000 items and serving more than 180 countries and regions, iHerb is dedicated to helping global consumers access health and beauty options at reasonable prices. All products are shipped directly from multiple advanced logistics centers in the US and Asia, maintaining product freshness through rigorous cold-chain and temperature-controlled warehousing management . iHerb also continuously enhances its multi-language customer service and localized payment methods to ensure a safe, transparent, and convenient shopping experience for users worldwide.

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• Samsung’s TV line-up has more Glare-Free options^[1] further catering to the 58% of Australians who love living on the sunniest continent on the planet but hate on-screen glare^[2].

• Samsung has expanded its ultra-large screen TV options to meet the demand of 60% of Australians who believe big screens offer more immersion^[3].

SYDNEY, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From sun-filled living rooms to bigger screens, art-inspired interiors and endless entertainment, Australians have their own way of watching TV.

As the Global No.1 TV brand for 20 years^[4], Samsung has developed a deep understanding of how Australians watch, live and entertain, designing TV experiences around the needs and preferences that make Australian homes and lifestyles unique.

Here are five key reasons Samsung TVs are made for Australians.

1.Made for Australian Homes: More certified Glare-free display technology that combats the Australian sunshine

Australians live in the sunniest continent on the planet^[6], but all that natural light can create one of the biggest frustrations when watching TV: on-screen glare. More than half of Australians (58 per cent) say glare is one of their biggest TV frustrations^[7].

Samsung’s certified Glare Free^[8] technology is designed to help Australians enjoy their favourite content with fewer distractions. By diffusing light, it helps reduce reflections on screen, making it easier to see what’s being watched in bright, sun-filled living rooms.

It’s a Samsung innovation designed around a distinctly Australian reality: our homes are beautifully bright, and our TVs need to work with that light, not against it.

2. Made for Australian Preferences: Australians want bigger screens to watch moments that matter with friends and family. 

Australians aren’t just going bigger, they’re going ultra-large. As TVs have grown in size and become more accessible, the big screen is increasingly becoming the centrepiece for how Australians come together, whether that’s watching sport, settling in for movie night or gaming with mates.

Size makes a real difference to the home entertainment experience. For Australians who love gathering around for big moments with friends and family, a larger screen can mean a more immersive experience while giving everyone in the room a great seat and viewing angle.

Samsung insights show that 60% of Australians believe the bigger the TV screen, the more immersed they feel in what they’re watching, while 68% agree bigger screens make content look more lifelike^[9].

Ultra-large screens are also becoming more accessible, with Samsung expanding its 98-inch-plus range from four options in 2025 to up to 10 by the end of 2026 across Micro RGB, The Frame Art TV, Neo QLED and Mini LED ranges. This means Australians have more choice across sizes, TV types and price points, providing an ultra-large screen option to more Australian living spaces^[10].

3. Made for Australian Lifestyles: Australians are bringing The Louvre, The Met and MoMA into their living rooms. 

For Australians who want their homes to reflect their personality, Samsung pioneered a range of Art TVs in The Frame and The Frame Pro TVs that transforms the TV into a piece of art when it’s not being watched. But not just any art. Samsung partnered with leading galleries and artists around the world to build The Art Store^[11] to bring Australians access to works from The Louvre, The Met, MoMA and Tate.

Fast forward almost a decade, Australians now consume more The Frame TVs per capita than any other country in the world^[12], exploring more than 5,000 artworks from over 800 artists via The Art Store^[13].

In response, Samsung has expanded Art Store beyond The Frame to two-thirds of its TV range^[14], allowing Samsung Micro RGB, OLED S95H, Neo QLED, QLED, Mini LED, and Movingstyle owners to welcome da Vinci’s Mona Lisa into their living room.

4. Made for Australian Entertainment: 200+ subscription free channels and cloud-gaming built-in and ready to go

From family viewing to solo streaming, Australians have more ways to entertain themselves than ever. Samsung brings many of those options together, with 200+ subscription free Samsung TV Plus channels^[15], top streaming apps, and Xbox Game Pass^[16] and Gaming Hub^[17] built in.

That means more entertainment is ready to go from the moment you switch your TV on, giving the whole family near endless ways to relax, watch and play without adding unnecessary complexity.

5. Made for Australian Viewing: Vision AI Companion making content discovery more personalised on the TV.

With near endless streaming choices at our fingertips, deciding what to watch can sometimes be the hardest part of the night.

Samsung’s Vision AI is designed to make the viewing experience more personal. It learns viewing habits, optimises picture and sound settings and recommends what to watch next, helping Australians spend less time searching and adjusting, and more time enjoying.

Further, Vision AI Companion (VAC) brings together Samsung’s broadest range of AI service platforms, including Bixby to make the TV experience more intelligent and personalised^[18]. Designed to work alongside users as an entertainment companion, VAC can help guide what to watch while watching Samsung TV+ channels, what to eat, and what to listen to, extending the role of the TV beyond viewing alone^[19].

Unlike AI designed for individual devices and users, Samsung Vision AI Companion is purpose-built for the communal TV screen^[20] using various LLMs to share visualised, intelligent responses adapted to Australian questions and requests^[21]. An upgraded version of Bixby sits at the core of Vision AI Companion which enables more natural dialogue, deeper contextual understanding, and personalised responses.

Samsung insights show that shared experiences with family around the TV is particularly important for Australians, with half of respondents claiming their TV brings their family closer together for quality time^[22]. In fact, 45% of respondents say the TV enables them to spend more time together, while 41% of respondents say the TV enables them to share passions and interests with their families^[23].

Vision AI Companion is available on Samsung’s entire 2026 TV range as well as being available on select 2025 models – Q7F or above^[24].

Supported by 7 years of Tizen upgrades, together, these innovations reflect what Samsung has spent 20 years learning as the world’s No.1 TV brand^[25]; great TV experiences aren’t one-size-fits-all.

From bright Australian homes and a preference for bigger screens, to design-led spaces and the way Australians discover and enjoy entertainment, Samsung continues to create TV experiences made for the way Australians live.

And after seven consecutive years as Australia’s Most Loved TV Brand, as voted by Australians in Finder Australia’s Customer Satisfaction Awards, that understanding continues to put Samsung at the heart of Australian living rooms.

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About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

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Prestigious Life Sciences Platform and Awards Launch in Tokyo to Celebrate Breakthrough Innovation

TOKYO, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Galien Foundation, the premier global institution dedicated to honoring innovators in life sciences, today announced that it will host the first Prix Galien Japan Forum, followed by an Awards Ceremony in the evening, on Thursday, February 25, 2027, at the Hotel New Otani, in Tokyo.

The inaugural event marks the first Prix Galien in Japan, recognizing the most transformative breakthroughs in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical technology, rare and orphan diseases, startup, and digital health solutions, while honoring the companies, researchers, and innovators whose work has altered the course of human health.

“My heartfelt congratulations on the launch of the Prix Galien in Japan,” said Nobel Laureate Prof. Tasuku Honjo. “This award recognizes that the cumulative efforts of long-term research generate value for society and carry forward the progress and integrity of science into the future.”

Awards will be presented across the following categories: “Best Pharmaceutical Product,” “Best Biotechnology Product,” “Best Product for Rare/Orphan Diseases,” “Best Medical Technology,” “Best Digital Health Solution,” and “Best Startup.” Winners are selected by the Prix Galien Japan Awards Committees, comprising leading biomedical scientists and industry executives from Japan and around the world.

“Through international collaboration, innovation in medicine advances hope and transforms lives worldwide,” commented Prof. Shinya Yamanaka, Nobel Laureate. “The launch of the Prix Galien Japan embodies this spirit.”

The Prix Galien Japan Awards Ceremony will precede a series of Prix Galien events in Asia, such as the Prix Galien India in New Delhi on March 18, 2027. The events celebrate the foremost leaders, innovators, and decision-makers in life sciences.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, February 25, 2027
Location: Hotel New Otani Tokyo

More details on the Prix Galien Japan Forum agenda to follow.

Sponsorship and attendance opportunities are available. For more information, please visit
www.galienfoundation.org or contact: [email protected]

About The Galien Foundation
The Galien Foundation fosters, recognizes, and rewards excellence in scientific innovation to improve human health. Its vision is to serve as a catalyst for the development of the next generation of treatments and technologies that will transform medical practice and save lives. Established in Paris in 1970 by Roland Mehl in honor of Galen, the father of medical science and modern pharmacology, the Prix Galien is widely regarded as the equivalent of the Nobel Prize in biopharmaceutical research.

Today, the Prix Galien operates through 18 chapters spanning more than 75 countries across Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe. Expansion is currently underway in China, Singapore, and Australia.

In 2025, the Foundation launched the inaugural Prix Galien Bridges Forum and Awards Ceremony at the Nobel Forum in Stockholm, spanning Northern and Southern Europe, Israel, and the Middle East, and the first-ever Patient Summit for Prix Galien USA, reinforcing its commitment to science without borders.

The Nobel Prize and the Prix Galien share a common birthplace in Paris, where Alfred Nobel signed his last will and testament in 1895. However, while the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine recognizes up to three individuals for specific discoveries, the Prix Galien honors the collaborative spirit and multidisciplinary progress that define modern biopharmaceutical innovation.

For more information, visit www.galienfoundation.org.

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Kara Bradley
Finn Partners 
[email protected]646-213-7243

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Total capital commitments of £680 million across Fund II and ancillary investment vehicles will support the acquisition and delivery of over 6,000 homes – as Starlight continues to strengthen its position among the UK’s largest BTR operators

TORONTO, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Starlight Investments (“Starlight”), a leading global real estate investment and asset management firm, has announced the successful closing of Starlight UK BTR Fund II (“Fund II”).

Fund II, together with capital raised through ancillary investment vehicles, reached £680 million in capital commitments and will support the acquisition and delivery of more than 6,000 build-to-rent (“BTR”) homes across the UK. Fund II is partially deployed and includes three significant rental communities under construction, including two in Manchester and one in Basildon.

Fund II’s successful closing represents a significant milestone in the continued expansion of Starlight’s UK platform and reflects investor confidence in the company’s BTR strategy, operational excellence, and disciplined execution. Fund II attracted strong participation from a diverse group of global institutional investors from across Europe, APAC, and Canada, including both existing limited partners and several new investors. Earlier this year, the Fund also received a major commitment from Homes England’s National Housing Bank, reinforcing the strategy’s alignment with country-wide efforts to increase the supply of much-needed rental housing.

“The successful close of Fund II reflects the strong institutional conviction behind Starlight’s UK residential strategy and the opportunity we continue to see in the market,” said Raj Mehta, President, Global Markets, Starlight Investments. “We are grateful for the continued support of our existing partners and pleased to welcome new investors to the platform. With the capital committed, we are well positioned to continue delivering homes in chronically undersupplied markets across the UK.”

“With Fund II now closed, our focus is on execution and the next phase of growth for our UK residential platform,” said Jonnie Milich, Head of UK Residential, Starlight Investments. “We have built a significant pipeline, an experienced local team and a growing portfolio of communities moving through construction, lease-up and operations. As we continue to advance our pipeline and bring new communities online, our portfolio will place us among the UK’s top four BTR operators by scale.”

Starlight’s broader UK platform is dedicated to the BTR sector, with a vision to deliver thousands of new homes across major regional cities and key London commuter belt markets experiencing pronounced rental housing undersupply. With 12 BTR communities spanning development through to active leasing and operations, the platform is focused on delivering professionally managed rental housing in markets supported by strong rental demand and economic fundamentals.

For more than three decades, Starlight has been a leading global real estate investment and asset management firm, delivering proven performance and responsible management across its real estate strategies. Starlight continues to broaden its global footprint, managing and investing on behalf of institutional partners across several continents.

About Starlight Investments

Starlight Investments is a leading global real estate investment and asset management firm headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. A privately held owner, developer and asset manager of over 70,000 multi-residential suites and over 7 million square feet of commercial property space with CAD $30 billion in AUM, Starlight offers a range of investment vehicles across various real estate strategies. Starlight’s guiding mission is to balance its tenure with visionary curiosity to create positive impact for investors and communities alike. At Starlight, we invest with impact.

Learn more at www.starlightinvest.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Contacts: Raj Mehta, President, Global Markets, +1-647-725-0498, [email protected]; Jonnie Milich, Head, UK Residential, +44-7930-373-945, [email protected]; Gwen McGuire, Director, Communications, [email protected]

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