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New salamander species in China honors a six-decade partnership
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Researchers in eastern China have identified a new stout newt from the Huaiyu Mountains, expanding the genus Pachytriton to 11 species and underscoring how much biodiversity remains hidden in subtropical mountain streams.
EU matcha imports face tighter residue and certification checks
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Bulk matcha suppliers and EU buyers now face stricter verification as new EU residue limits for clothianidin and thiamethoxam took effect in March 2026. Shanghai Kelrosa Health Technology’s TangMist Matcha says its certifications and batch testing…
Philippine Airlines launches 3-day Japan flash sale with up to 30% off base fares
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Philippine Airlines is offering travelers in Japan up to 30% off base fares on select routes through a three-day flash sale from July 15 to 17, 2026. The promotion is aimed at holiday and year-end travel, with added Japan-to-Manila service later…
Second Talent finds wide EOR cost gaps across Asia
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Second Talent says employer costs and termination rules differ sharply across nine major Asian markets, complicating expansion for companies that rely on a single regional hiring playbook.
Study finds display chemicals in Arctic, Antarctic and Tibetan Plateau soils
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Researchers found 42 display-related chemicals in 55 surface soil samples from the Arctic, Antarctic and Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, adding field evidence that these synthetic compounds can travel long distances and accumulate in remote cryospheric…
Group travel market seen reaching $689.85B by 2035
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The group travel market is projected to grow from $369.8 billion in 2024 to $689.85 billion by 2035 as travelers demand more personalized, tech-enabled trips.
Philippine Airlines launches 3-day flash sale with up to 40% off Southeast Asia base fares
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Philippine Airlines is offering up to 40% off base fares on select routes to Southeast Asia in a three-day flash sale running July 15 to 17, 2026. The promotion targets travelers planning trips from August 1 onward and comes ahead of the busy…
Travel agency services market seen hitting $668.8B by 2030
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The global travel agency services market is projected to rise from $464.91 billion in 2025 to $668.86 billion by 2030, driven by demand for simpler booking, expert planning and more specialized travel.
Philippine Airlines launches 3-day flash sale with up to 40% off for Greater China travelers
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Philippine Airlines is offering travelers in Greater China up to 40% off base fares on select routes for three days, from July 15 to 17, 2026. The limited-time sale is aimed at filling future trips to the Philippines and beyond, with travel valid…
Cloud gaming for travelers seen growing 28.1% annually through 2030
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The Business Research Company projects the cloud gaming for travelers market will grow from $3.2 billion in 2025 to $11.03 billion by 2030 as mobile gaming demand, faster networks and more travel fuel adoption.
Luggage industry rewires around direct sales, sustainability and younger travelers
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A Travel Sentry survey of luggage industry professionals across seven languages shows a category that has recovered unevenly since Covid, with growth shifting to direct digital channels, product development and sustainability.
Sunshine targets ASEAN growth at MEGA SHOW Bangkok 2026
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Sunshine will exhibit at MEGA SHOW Bangkok 2026 from July 15–17 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, using the event to pitch its outdoor furniture lineup to buyers from ASEAN and beyond.
Bamba Travel adds live pricing and real-time availability to new trip collection
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Bamba Travel has launched a new collection of globally curated trips with live pricing and real-time availability, expanding its booking platform for travelers and travel advisors.
Mongolia’s fall festival season targets Singapore travelers
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Mongolia is pitching its September-to-November festival season to Singapore travelers seeking cooler weather and major cultural events, from eagle hunter competitions in the Altai to horse racing in Khentii.
Luxaviation adds nine aircraft across Europe and Asia-Pacific
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Luxaviation Group added and planned nine aircraft across Europe and Asia-Pacific, including Gulfstream G700 and G800 jets, as it expands charter and management services in key business aviation markets.
What to look for in a GFS tank supplier in China
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A new technical guide outlines how industrial buyers can evaluate glass-fused-to-steel tank suppliers in China by focusing on substrate quality, high-voltage testing, manufacturing capacity and global project experience.
Beiheng Ribbon Publishes 2026 Ranking of Christmas Ribbon Makers
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Huzhou Beiheng Textile, which trades as Beiheng Ribbon, released a 2026 assessment of 10 Christmas and festive ribbon manufacturers as buyers face tighter recycled-content and skin-contact certification rules.
VandS Clinic expands toward 75 branches across Korea and Japan
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VandS Clinic says it is on track to reach 75 branches by the end of 2026, adding new locations in South Korea and Japan as it scales its medical aesthetics network.
Mouriya explains certified Kobe beef as traveler interest grows
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Kobe Steak Restaurant Mouriya has published background information on certified Kobe beef as international travelers increasingly ask how it differs from wagyu.
Dragon Quest Island adds limited-time Slime crafts in Japan
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DRAGON QUEST ISLAND at Nijigen no Mori on Awaji Island has launched two seasonal craft experiences that let visitors make custom Slime souvenirs.
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