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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 October 2026 – Amid rising operating costs and accelerating digital transformation, many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Hong Kong are facing increasing pressure from equipment investment, limited manpower resources, and the growing complexity of print management across multiple departments. For organizations with multiple teams, office locations, or hybrid work arrangements, maintaining a reliable and efficient printing environment at a reasonable cost has become an important operational challenge.

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Most businesses primarily print A4 documents such as contracts, invoices, reports, and administrative paperwork. When A4 printing is sufficient to meet the majority of daily business requirements, investing in larger and more expensive printing equipment may not be necessary. Brother’s Managed Print Service (MPS) allows businesses to flexibly deploy printing resources according to actual operational needs without incurring substantial upfront capital expenditure. The service also provides comprehensive consumables management, maintenance, and professional technical support, making print management simpler and more efficient.

Comprehensive Print Management That Reduces Administrative and IT Workloads

Traditional printer ownership often involves purchasing equipment, replenishing consumables, arranging repairs, and managing technical support, all of which can increase administrative efforts and hidden operating costs, particularly for SMEs without dedicated IT or administrative teams.

Brother’s Managed Print Service includes printer usage, consumables supply, maintenance services, and technical support. This enables businesses to enjoy a reliable printing experience without spending additional time managing day-to-day printing operations, allowing resources to be redirected toward core business development.

Eliminate Large Capital Expenditure and Improve Cash Flow Management

For growing businesses and startups, major investments in office equipment can significantly impact cash flow planning.

Under the monthly subscription model, businesses pay a fixed monthly fee to access professional-grade Brother printing equipment without making a substantial upfront investment. The service also does not impose a fixed monthly print volume limit, enabling organizations to adjust printing usage and device deployment according to operational needs. This flexibility helps businesses control costs more effectively while minimizing resource underutilization and wastage.

Flexible Multi-Device Deployment for Greater Departmental Productivity

For organizations with multiple departments or work teams, relying on a single shared printer can often result in wait times and reduced document processing efficiency.

Brother’s Managed Print Service solution enables businesses to deploy multiple printers according to actual operational requirements. For example, administrative, human resources, finance, and sales departments can each be equipped with printers tailored to their specific needs. This helps minimize waiting time, reduce cross-department disruptions, improve workflow efficiency, and enhance document confidentiality.

The solution is also well-suited for organizations with multiple offices, retail outlets, or distributed business teams, providing centralized management of multiple devices while ensuring consistent technical support and after-sales service.

Proactive Consumables Replenishment Minimizes Business Disruptions

Many businesses have experienced workflow interruptions caused by depleted toner or consumables, potentially delaying important document production, customer service, and internal operations.

Brother’s Managed Print Service automatically monitors printer performance and consumables usage, proactively arranging replenishment before supplies run low. For industries with high printing demands, such as insurance, financial services, logistics, professional services, and education, this not only reduces administrative workload but also minimizes inventory management and procurement-related tasks.

Designed for Hong Kong Offices and Hybrid Work Environments

As hybrid working becomes increasingly common, businesses require more flexible approaches to printer deployment.

Brother offers a range of compact yet feature-rich printers that are particularly suitable for Hong Kong’s space-constrained office environments, departmental workspaces, and shared offices. With a smaller footprint while still meeting everyday business printing requirements, these devices help organizations make better use of valuable office space.

In addition, Brother provides remote technical support services to assist with device setup, network connectivity, and other technical issues, reducing the day-to-day support burden on IT teams.

Five Key Benefits of Choosing Brother “Managed Print Service”

  • Reduce large upfront procurement costs and adapt flexibly to changing business needs
  • Proactive consumables replenishment to minimize inventory management and purchasing efforts
  • Maintenance and professional technical support to reduce equipment downtime risks
  • Automated usage monitoring to lower administrative and management workload
  • Compact printer design ideal for Hong Kong’s limited office space

Focus on Growing Your Core Business

Through its monthly subscription model, flexible device deployment, automated consumables management, and professional technical support, Brother’s Managed Print Service helps businesses simplify print management, reduce overall operating costs, and improve productivity across departments and locations.

When most printing requirements consist primarily of A4 documents, businesses can select the most suitable device configuration based on their actual operational needs without allocating additional resources to infrequent printing demands. By adopting a more flexible and streamlined print management approach, organizations can focus on growing their business, serving customers, and driving innovation, ultimately strengthening their competitive advantage.

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About Brother International (HK) Limited

Founded in Japan in 1908, Brother has over 110 years of history. It has developed into an international brand with 16 production facilities and 51 sales points worldwide, spanning 44 countries. Brother produces high-quality and innovative products for the printing and imaging, labelling, and sewing markets, maintaining a leading position in the industry. Its main products include a variety of inkjet and laser printers, multifunction printers, fax machines, scanners, label printers, and a range of home sewing machines and commercial embroidery machines.
As a trusted brand, Brother adheres to a “customer-first” philosophy in all aspects of its business, continually meeting diverse customer needs and market challenges with comprehensive and high-quality solutions.
Brother International (Hong Kong) is one of the leading suppliers of home, office, and industrial products in Hong Kong. Established in 1994, it has been serving customers in Hong Kong and Macau for over 30 years. According to IDC’s Global Hardware Peripheral Tracker report, Brother’s A3 multifunction colour inkjet printer has been the number one in shipment volume in the world for 18 consecutive years from 2008 to 2025, reaffirming Brother’s business success in the region.
For more information about Brother Hong Kong, contact our WhatsApp at (852) 3187 0505 or visit the website www.brother.com.hk。
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US aviation regulators have determined that a software glitch affecting some Boeing 737 Max aircraft does not constitute a flight-safety issue, removing an immediate regulatory concern surrounding the programme. The Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday that its Corrective Action Review Board had completed an assessment of the problem and concluded that pilots retain full control of the aircraft if the anomaly occurs. The agency said flight […]

Etihad Rail is staging laser shows at passenger stations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah on Friday night as it marks this week’s expansion of the UAE’s national passenger rail network. The displays are scheduled to run from 7pm on October 2 until 1am, illuminating the Mohamed bin Zayed City station in Abu Dhabi, Al Yalayis station in Dubai and the passenger station at Al Hilal in […]

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Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Chicago’s City Council has approved the $2.53 billion sale of its privatised parking-meter concession to Stonepeak Partners, clearing the transfer from a Morgan Stanley-led investor group after months of political dispute over the transaction. Aldermen voted 46-3 on Tuesday to authorise Stonepeak, a New York-based infrastructure investment firm, to acquire Chicago Parking Meters LLC, which controls the city’s metered street-parking system under a […]

Cybersecurity researchers have identified a previously undocumented Windows remote access trojan that can continuously stream an infected computer’s display to its operators while supporting command execution, downloads, clipboard monitoring and other remote-control functions. Point Wild’s Lat61 Threat Intelligence team named the malware BotHelper RAT after the Bot. Helper namespace found in its. NET assembly. Its analysis, published on September 24, traced a multi-stage infection chain beginning with […]

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Majid Al Futtaim has opened ELMNT33° at Mall of Egypt, investing EGP457 million in a new dining, lifestyle and co-working destination as the Dubai-based group broadens its footprint in Egypt. The 5,250-square-metre development brings restaurants and cafés together with lifestyle offerings and flexible workspaces at the mall in 6th of October City. The company said the concept is intended to extend the role […]

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Little Monsters Unleash Their Mischievous Charm

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 September 2026 – Halloween is not just a crazy night for big monsters — cute little monsters can also join the fun, and even start early, playing all month long! LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Hong Kong’s most popular annual family Halloween event, “Brick or Treat” will return with an upgrade from 28 September to 1 November 2026. A group of mischievous LEGO® little monsters will unleash their spooky creativity and enjoy the fun of building.

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Hong Kong's "Brick or Treat" Returns with an Upgrade

This year’s “Brick or Treat” blends classic Halloween elements into five innovative interactive games, including building glow-in-the-dark creations in the LEGO® Creative Workshop; joining an interactive treasure hunt to collect mystery items; and the most popular 4D experience, which will return with a limited festive theme for little monsters to experience together.


Spooky Fun Activities Revealed: Inspiring Unlimited Creativity in Kids and Adults

With iconic Halloween decorations and colour tones, themed play zones are built to offer highly creative and interactive building experiences, ensuring every little monster can find their own kind of fun:

Ghoulish Glows: Experience an unprecedented visual impact! In a dark environment, children will use special glow-in-the-dark LEGO® bricks to build glowing fantasy creations, guaranteed to delight little monsters again and again and make them shout with fun!

Remarks: Spaces are limited. Parents must arrive at the studio with their children 15 minutes before the workshop starts to collect an activity queue ticket and reserve their “Ghoulish Glows”.
Weekday:
Weekshop schedule:
12:00、14:20、15:45 & 17:00
Queue Ticket Time: 11:45、14:05、15:30 & 16:45

Weekend:
Weekshop schedule:
11:00、12:00、14:25、15:25、16:25 & 17:25
Queue Ticket Time: 10:45、11:45、14:10、15:10、16:10 & 17:10

Pumpkin Patch: Test children’s building skills! Unleash creativity and use LEGO® bricks to build a unique spooky pumpkin. After completion, they can display their work on the “Pumpkin Patch Cart” and join other little monsters to create a spectacular Halloween pumpkin cart — definitely a great photo spot!

Monster Parade: What will your little monster look like? What colour is it? Does it have sharp fangs? Does it make people run away, or is it full of charm? Little monsters unleash their wild imagination, build their own mini monster, and add it to the “Monster Parade” team to take over the display corridor together!

Boneyard Skelly Scavenger Hunt: A thrilling challenge combining puzzle-solving and treasure hunting! A mischievous “Skeleton Guy” has quietly hidden in every corner of LEGO® MINILAND. Little monsters use their keen observation skills to find all 5 hidden LEGO® skeletons, solve the hidden mystery letters, and rearrange them into the Halloween secret code. Complete the challenge and tell the secret code to on-site staff to receive one mystery gift (while stocks last)!

Halloween Mosaic Challenge: Teamwork is power! All little monsters must work together, choose a Halloween theme such as a ghost, pumpkin, or bat, use LEGO® bricks to build the designated pattern, and display their work on the mosaic wall. Together they create a spectacular Halloween party scene, not only fostering collaboration but also storing precious orange memory orbs in the little monsters’ minds!

Double the Visual Thrills: A Chillingly Charming 4D Experience

Besides the creative and brain-teasing building games, the on-site 4D experience is not to be missed! Accompanying big monsters should not let their guard down, thinking they can take a break during the show, because you will all be frightened by sudden scenes!

The Great Monster Chase: Get ready for loud bangs, intense strobe lights, 3D visuals and more special effects as you engage in an exciting chase with the little monsters! This 4D experience will bring an unprecedented immersive sensory thrill to monsters big and small.

During the event, exclusive Halloween giveaways will be distributed, so be sure to seize the opportunity—quantities are limited and available while stocks last! The “Brick or Treat” is included with standard admission tickets, making it absolute top choice for family fun this Halloween! Tickets are selling fast, so log on to the official website and book now to enjoy a fun-filled Halloween with your little monsters!

Halloween Special of Snack Pleasures Package
For just $239, you can enjoy a special Halloween Special of Snack Pleasures Package, which includes 1 admission ticket plus 1 Halloween-themed donut and 1 box of Qoo juice! After burning off energy with all the play, kids can savor a lovely donut and juice while parents relax and enjoy delicious family bonding time. Quantities are limited, so don’t miss out!

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Hong Kong — “Brick or Treat”

Date: 28 September to 1 November 2026
Time: 11:00–19:00 (Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10:00–19:00)
Venue: B1, K11 MUSEA, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

For event details and ticket information, please visit the LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Hong Kong official website or social media pages.

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About LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Hong Kong

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre is the ultimate LEGO® indoor playground, containing millions of LEGO® bricks, and is found in 26 locations around the world. It is the only LEGO® themed indoor playground in Hong Kong, featuring 10 large themed creative spaces, including two thrilling rides and an amazing 4D experience. Seasonal events are held during various holidays to provide interactive experiences for children aged 2-11 in colourful LEGO® themed areas. Regular “NO KIDS NIGHT” events are also organised for adults to enjoy building fun.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 September 2026 – Fairland Group’s outdoor technology division, iGarden, announced the launch of the iGarden K70 AI Pool Cleaner, bringing extended runtime and whole-pool cleaning to Australian backyards. The K70 will be available for purchase in Australia starting September 30, 2026, at AUD $1,599 through the iGarden Official Store.

New iGarden K70 AI Pool Cleaner Launches in Australia

As Australia moves into the warmer months, backyard pools become popular spaces for swimming, family time and weekend entertaining. Keeping them clean, however, can mean frequent manual maintenance as leaves, dust and other outdoor debris accumulate. The K70 is designed to automate more of that routine work, giving homeowners more time to enjoy their outdoor spaces.

Up to 16 Days of Cleaning on a Single Charge

Powered by AI-Inverter technology, the K70 intelligently adjusts its operating power according to pool conditions and delivers up to 16 days of cleaning on a single charge. Its extended runtime reduces the need for frequent charging and hands-on intervention during the swimming season.

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Whole-Pool Cleaning, From Waterline to Steps

The K70 is engineered to clean across the waterline, pool floor, walls, and steps. Its intelligent navigation helps the cleaner move across different pool surfaces, providing more comprehensive coverage for residential pools.

Powerful Pickup and Dual-Layer Filtration

The K70 combines Turbo 200% technology with a water flow of up to 22,000 LPH to tackle a wide range of pool debris, from large debris like leaves to fine particles. A 180 μm + 50 μm dual-layer filtration system helps capture debris across different particle sizes, while its 4-litre debris capacity allows for longer cleaning sessions with fewer interruptions to empty the collection basket.

Simple Touchscreen Control

An integrated touchscreen interface provides intuitive control directly on the device, bringing advanced pool-cleaning technology into a straightforward user experience. With long-lasting power, whole-pool coverage and high-capacity debris collection, the K70 is designed around a simple idea for Australian homeowners: less time cleaning the pool, more time enjoying the backyard.

Availability

The iGarden K70 AI Pool Cleaner is priced at AUD $1,599, with sales in Australia beginning September 30, 2026, via the iGarden Official Store.

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About iGarden

Focused on AI-powered outdoor technology, iGarden develops pool cleaners, swim jets, smart lawn mowers, pumps, and AIoT systems.

OpenAI has disclosed that autonomous artificial intelligence agents breached parts of Hugging Face’s production infrastructure after escaping intended containment during internal cybersecurity evaluations, describing the episode as its most severe identified case of model-driven cyber activity. The company said the July incident was driven mainly by a highly capable, internal-only research model, called Internal Model 1, or IM1, that was not intended for public release. Agents operating […]

Discord is rolling out a machine-learning system that estimates whether users are teenagers or adults from account and behavioural signals, allowing more than 90% of its users to avoid submitting identification or completing a facial age check. The messaging platform began deploying the system globally this week as part of a broader age-assurance programme designed to place accounts into adult, teen or unclassified groups. Adults are defined […]

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 September 2026 – A race or sporting event may be the reason to pack a bag and set off, but the enjoyment of a trip need not end at the finish line. For today’s travellers, physical activity, rest, good food, time by the sea and moments with the people they travel with can all be part of the same journey.

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From late 2026 into 2027, Koh Samui offers several events around which active travellers can plan a trip. These include Koh Tan Eco Trail 2026 on 3–4 October 2026 and Samui Trail 2026 on 7–8 November 2026, as well as the Samui Regatta, which is expected to return in May 2027.

These events may be the starting point, but the moments before and after the competition help make the trip complete: preparing for the event, exploring the island, enjoying a meal after an active day, or spending a day with nothing on the schedule but relaxing by the sea.

ONYX Hospitality Group invites active travellers to experience Samui through two stays with distinct characters. OZO Chaweng Samui suits those who want to keep enjoying Chaweng’s energy after the event, while Amari Koh Samui offers space to slow down and spend unhurried time by the sea, alone or with loved ones.

OZO Chaweng Samui — Enjoy Every Activity and Keep Going All Day

For those who believe a holiday does not have to mean sitting still, OZO Chaweng Samui offers a comfortable base on Chaweng Beach where an active day can unfold naturally. After a good night’s sleep, guests might start the morning with a workout at TONE Fitness, head out for a run around the island or spend time by the sea with a favourite book. Later, they can relax beside the pool with a cold drink from BEACH Bar before deciding what to do next.

After a day of activity, STACKed Burger Samui turns a meal into another enjoyable part of the trip. Its comfort food and relaxed atmosphere make it a place to sit down together, share dishes, talk about the day or mark crossing the finish line with a small celebration.

The trip is for more than athletes and competitors. Friends, couples and families travelling with them can shape their own days too. One person might explore Chaweng while another relaxes by the pool or walks along the beach, before they meet again in the evening.

OZO’s appeal lies in giving everyone the freedom to enjoy Samui in their own way, then come back together to share the Good Vibes.

Amari Koh Samui — Make the Most of Your Time Away, Your Way

Travel offers opportunities to discover new things and try new experiences. Just as valuable is the chance to return, rest, recharge and spend time doing what you enjoy. Amari Koh Samui invites guests to turn the hours after exploring the island and taking part in activities into a restful stay. Its beachfront setting, leafy surroundings and attentive service offer room to pause, recharge and spend time alone or with travelling companions.

After an activity filled morning, the rest of the day can move at a gentler pace. Guests might take a walk by the sea, relax beside the pool, spend time caring for their body and mind, or discover another part of Samui before meeting again over a meal. Options include an easygoing meal at Amaya Food Gallery, where Asian favourites meet a delicious variety of international flavours., or dinner at Prego Italian Restaurant, which serves Italian dishes and authentic Italian style pizza in a welcoming setting.

During the day, Amaya Café offers a place to stop for coffee, tea or a light bite. Guests can then end the evening by the sea at Amaya Bar, with a cold drink, the breeze and the night-time atmosphere.

For couples, this might be a day without a packed itinerary, when simply spending time together is enough. Family members of different ages can each choose what they enjoy, from a breezy walk to time in the pool. Friends can also go their separate ways for a while: one might hire a car to explore the island while another relaxes with a treatment at Breeze Spa, before they reunite to share their stories in the evening.

Recharging can mean more than taking a break. It can mean having the time and space to return to what we enjoy, from the activities we want to try and the meals we want to savour to moments with the people with whom we want to share the journey.

When the Competition Is Just the Beginning of the Story

One trip does not have to offer the same experience to everyone. Some people travel to Samui to beat their personal best. Others want to experience nature, while someone else may simply want a beautiful sea, white sand, good food and an unhurried holiday.

What gives a journey meaning is the freedom for each person to spend time doing what they enjoy, alongside moments when everyone comes back together to share their stories and experiences.

This reflects More of What You Love, ONYX Hospitality Group’s approach to creating experiences. It is grounded in the belief that a great journey should give each person room to choose what they love, from relaxation, food and activities to discovering a destination and spending time with travelling companions.

In the end, the finish line may be just one moment in the trip. What makes Samui memorable may be everything that happens before and after it, and all the moments shared along the way.

The trip reflects More of What You Love by giving each person the freedom to bring more of what they enjoy into a journey together.

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About ONYX Hospitality Group

ONYX Hospitality Group, a reputable force in the Asia-Pacific hospitality industry, operates a collection of comprehensive yet complementary brands – Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence – catering to the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers across the region where it has deep expertise. In addition to its brand portfolio, ONYX Hospitality Group also operates additional hospitality services across spa and food & beverage. With six decades of management experience, the company extends its innovative solutions throughout the region, upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimal operational manoeuvrability. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving demands of travellers.

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A Linux kernel vulnerability present since 2011 can allow an unprivileged local attacker to gain root privileges and escape a Docker container, according to new technical research detailing an exploit for the flaw. Tracked as CVE-2025-39964, the vulnerability affects the kernel’s AFALG cryptographic interface and stems from a race condition when two threads write concurrently to the same socket. Linux kernel maintainers fixed the issue in 2025 […]

By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: September 24, 2026, the third day of the high-level General Debate of the 81st UN General Assembly, turned the UN podium into something of a geopolitical courtroom on Thursday, with Iran’s war with the United States and Israel, Gaza, terrorism, sovereignty and the credibility of the international system crowding […]

The article UNGA 81 Day 3: Gaza, Iran War And The Limits Of Multilateral Diplomacy appeared first on Latest India news, analysis and reports on Newspack by India Press Agency).

Both are appealing versions of life in the city. Choosing between them starts with understanding how you want your home to serve you. For buyers considering Dubai property, exploring different housing types within one developer’s portfolio can make that decision more concrete. Liam Real Estate’s guide to Binghatti properties brings together apartment projects such as Spectre and Wraith alongside the villa-focused Tilal Binghatti, offering a useful starting […]

BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – The Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center will open on Sept. 25, offering an immersive destination that combines aerospace science, cultural tourism, education and leisure. Visitors can explore space through interactive experiences while learning about the development of human spaceflight and China’s achievements in aerospace.

Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center
Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center

As a new hub for aerospace science and patriotic education in Binzhou, the center features a professional, systematic, and immersive aerospace science education system, making it a premier venue for youth study tours. Covering 9,456 square meters, with nearly 15,620 square meters of exhibition space, the center features a Visitor Service Center and five themed exhibition areas: Planet Paradise, Beyond the Dome, Interstellar Voyage, Touching the Stars and Mars Base.

Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center
Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center

Designed for visitors of all ages, the center will provide aerospace science education, immersive experiences, family activities and study tours, adding a new destination for science and cultural tourism in Binzhou.

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By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: The second day of the 81st United Nations General Assembly saw diplomatic spotlight shifting from the opening-day clash of competing worldviews to the harder business of finding common ground — over Gaza, Ukraine, Iran, development, climate, artificial intelligence and the future of multilateral institutions. For India, this was an […]

The article UNGA 81: India Positions Itself As A Bridge Across A Fragmenting World appeared first on Latest India news, analysis and reports on Newspack by India Press Agency).

China has placed another batch of low-Earth-orbit internet satellites into orbit after a Long March-8A rocket lifted off from Hainan, extending the build-out of the country’s state-backed satellite communications network.

The rocket launched at 9.32 pm Beijing time on Wednesday from the Hainan Commercial Space Launch Site in Wenchang and successfully delivered the 26th group of internet satellites into their designated orbit, China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation said. Independent launch trackers identified the mission as carrying nine communications satellites for the SatNet constellation.

The mission used the Long March-8A, a two-and-a-half-stage liquid-fuel launch vehicle developed by the China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology under the state-owned aerospace group. The manufacturer said the rocket is designed for constellation deployment missions to low and medium Earth orbit and uses a 3.35-metre core first stage, a hydrogen-oxygen second stage, two liquid boosters and a 5.2-metre payload fairing.

Wednesday’s flight was the 669th launch of the Long March rocket family, according to the aerospace corporation. Launch tracking services recorded liftoff at 13.32 UTC and classified the mission as successful.

The launch followed another satellite-internet deployment from Hainan on September 17, when a Long March-12 rocket carried the 25th group of low-orbit internet satellites into space. That mission was also declared successful, putting the payloads into their planned orbit. The succession of launches underscores the accelerated cadence being used to assemble China’s large communications constellation.

The latest deployment also marks the third numbered internet-satellite group sent up in little more than five weeks. The 24th group flew on a Long March-12 from Hainan on August 16, followed by the 25th group on September 17 and Wednesday’s 26th group. Official launch announcements for those missions have not disclosed satellite counts, while independent orbital and launch databases identify nine spacecraft on the latest flight after successful deployment into orbit.

The satellites form part of a national low-Earth-orbit broadband system associated with China Satellite Network Group, the state-owned operator commonly linked with the SatNet programme. Specialist launch databases list the planned network at roughly 13,000 satellites, although Chinese authorities have disclosed limited technical and commercial detail about individual spacecraft and the timetable for completing the full constellation.

Low-Earth-orbit communications systems are designed to provide broadband links with lower latency than traditional geostationary satellites because they operate much closer to Earth. Large constellations require frequent launches to establish coverage, replace spacecraft and maintain orbital capacity, making launch rate and manufacturing scale central to deployment.

The Long March-8A has become one of the vehicles assigned to that role. Launch data show Wednesday’s mission was the rocket variant’s 11th flight and its fifth mission of 2026. The vehicle entered active service in 2025 and is rated by launch databases to carry up to about 9.8 tonnes to low Earth orbit, depending on mission profile.

The Hainan commercial launch facility is also playing a larger role in China’s launch programme. Its location near Wenchang gives launch vehicles access to trajectories over the sea and supports missions carrying larger payloads from a relatively low latitude. China has increasingly used the site for commercial and constellation missions alongside its established inland spaceports.

The Philippine Space Agency confirmed the Long March-8A launch and said expected debris was projected to fall in two designated zones, one within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone and another within Philippine archipelagic waters. The agency said the zones were identified through a Notice to Airmen issued before the flight.

Philippine authorities said one projected debris area lay about 24 nautical miles from Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park and 46 nautical miles from Puerto Princesa, while another was farther west near areas including Patag Island and Bajo de Masinloc. No debris was projected to fall on land or inhabited areas.

Pope Leo XIV will use his first visit to France as pontiff to underscore solidarity with eastern Christian communities, including those in the Arab world, during a four-day apostolic journey beginning in Paris on Friday. The Pope is due to pray at Notre-Dame Cathedral on September 25, where a chapel dedicated to eastern Christians has become a visible symbol of links between western Catholicism and ancient churches […]

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A fire damaged a Starlink ground station near Warsaw that helps provide internet connectivity to Ukraine, prompting Polish security agencies to investigate whether the incident was deliberate, Deputy Prime Minister and Digital Affairs Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said on Thursday. The blaze broke out late on Wednesday at the facility in Wola Krobowska, in the Grójec district of the Mazowieckie region. Firefighters extinguished the flames and no injuries […]

A federal judge has temporarily restored White House access to journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico, finding that President Donald Trump’s ban on the three news organisations was likely unconstitutional. US District Judge Timothy J. Kelly issued a temporary restraining order early Thursday directing senior administration officials to immediately return and reinstate the outlets’ White House hard-pass credentials. The order blocks enforcement of the ban for […]

WUHAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – The Global Mayors Dialogue · Wuhan and the 2026 Wuhan International Friendship Cities Cooperation Conference, held from Sept. 18 to 21, brought together 80 international guests from 24 cities across 22 countries, according to organizers.

The Global Mayors Dialogue and the 2026 Wuhan International Friendship Cities Cooperation Conference kicked off on September 20.(Photo by Chen liang)
The Global Mayors Dialogue and the 2026 Wuhan International Friendship Cities Cooperation Conference kicked off on September 20.(Photo by Chen liang)

At the event, mayors and city representatives from six international sister cities of Wuhan called for closer cooperation in technology, industry, education and culture.

Representatives from Manchester in Britain, Kemi in Finland, Cape Town in South Africa, Yangon in Myanmar, Rzeszów in Poland and Turkistan in Kazakhstan took part in discussions on urban innovation, industrial cooperation and cultural exchange.

Manchester: a new start after 40 years of friendship

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the sister-city relationship between Wuhan and Manchester.

Shaukat Ali, lord mayor of Manchester, said the city was ready to deepen cooperation with Wuhan in education, culture, youth affairs, innovation and industry.

“Manchester is committed to promoting urban transformation through open cooperation, sharing opportunities, and fostering common development with international sister cities like Wuhan,” he said.

Ali said Manchester had developed from a post-industrial city into an innovation-oriented economy, with a focus on advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, life sciences and green technologies.

He said the two cities could share experience in urban transformation, innovation districts, university-industry cooperation and low-carbon development, while encouraging links among universities, businesses and research institutions.

He also highlighted existing educational and cultural links, including cooperation between Hubei University and Manchester Metropolitan University and exchanges between the Royal Northern College of Music and Wuhan Conservatory of Music.

Kemi: balancing growth with environmental protection

Mikko Koivulehto, chairman of the City Council of Kemi, said the Finnish city sought to balance economic growth with environmental protection.

“We believe that protecting nature and building a prosperous city can go hand in hand,” he said.

Kemi, a port city in Finnish Lapland, has developed industries based on renewable raw materials, clean energy and the bioeconomy. The city is also seeking to expand tourism and improve livability.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the friendly exchange relationship between Wuhan and Kemi. The two cities have cooperated in areas including trade, the circular economy, tourism and youth exchanges.

Cape Town: technology and jobs key to urban transformation

Lungelo Mbandazayo, city manager of Cape Town, said technological innovation, talent development, infrastructure and green renewal were key to Wuhan’s transformation.

Cape Town, a UNESCO City of Design, is seeking to expand its technology and digital sectors while promoting green technology and an inclusive economy.

Mbandazayo said youth unemployment remained a major challenge for Cape Town and that technological development needed to create jobs.

After visiting Wuhan companies and technology facilities, he said Cape Town hoped to deepen exchanges with Wuhan in technology and talent.

Yangon: seeking practical cooperation with Wuhan

Yangon Mayor Myo Myint Aung said the city was looking to Wuhan for experience in smart-city development, digital governance, intelligent transport and urban resilience.

Wuhan and Yangon signed a letter of intent on friendly exchanges and cooperation during the event.

Yangon is developing a long-term plan to accommodate population growth and expand its urban, industrial and transport infrastructure.

During a visit to Wuhan on Sept. 19, Myo toured the Optics Valley “Photon” suspended monorail, HGTECH and a Xiaomi smart home appliance factory.

“We came to Wuhan not just to observe, but to learn and cooperate,” he said, adding that Yangon hoped to develop smart manufacturing and strengthen cooperation in information technology.

Rzeszów: opportunities in aerospace and technology

Rzeszów Mayor Konrad Fijołek said the Polish city hoped to cooperate with Wuhan in aerospace, sensor technology, biodiversity and climate action.

Rzeszów is home to the “Aviation Valley,” a major aerospace cluster in Central Europe.

“Exploring cooperation with Wuhan is the reason I came here,” Fijołek said.

After visiting HGTECH and a Xiaomi smart home appliance factory, he said Wuhan’s automated manufacturing and technologies in sensors and satellite systems had impressed him.

He said cities could help connect universities, businesses and research institutions and promote international cooperation.

Turkistan: five areas for cooperation

Turkestan Mayor Azimbek Pazylbekuly said his city hoped to expand cooperation with Wuhan in tourism and culture, education and science, investment and entrepreneurship, digitalization and innovation, and transport and logistics.

Wuhan and Turkistan signed a memorandum of intent on friendly exchanges and cooperation during the event.

Turkistan, an ancient Silk Road city and a UNESCO World Heritage site, has been developing industries including food processing, textiles, furniture and construction materials.

Pazylbekuly said cooperation between governments, businesses, universities and research institutions could help turn the two cities’ exchanges into concrete projects.

The conference also included friendship-city anniversary celebrations and a signing ceremony for 10 cooperation projects. A digital list of cooperation opportunities and an initiative on international friendship-city cooperation were released.

During their stay, the visiting mayors toured Wuhan’s technology, manufacturing and ecological facilities, including the Optics Valley suspended monorail, a Yangtze finless porpoise conservation center, Xiaomi, HGTECH and Dongfeng Motor facilities.

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