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Farm Shop MFG Enhances Planter Performance with 864-SMA39968 Closing Wheel for Superior Germination
Farm Shop MFG, a leading Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specializing in technology-driven agricultural equipment, continues to advance planter performance with the development of the Germinator STEEL Closing Wheel, model 864-SMA39968. Built for precision and durability, this innovation represents the company’s ongoing dedication to helping farmers achieve superior planting efficiency and consistent crop emergence. Engineered through extensive field research and feedback from agricultural professionals, the White closing wheel variant provides an optimized design that ensures effective soil closure around seeds. This enhanced contact supports uniform moisture retention and accelerates early plant development—two key elements in maximizing yield potential. The product’s robust steel construction also withstands challenging soil conditions, ensuring dependable operation season after season. “Our focus has always been on delivering practical solutions that solve real problems for farmers,” said a spokesperson for Farm Shop MFG. “The Germinator STEEL Closing Wheel has been carefully designed to provide consistent results across various field types and conditions, reducing downtime while improving planting precision. It’s a product born out of years of testing and farmer collaboration.” Beyond durability, the 864-SMA39968 closing wheel provides balanced pressure distribution and self-cleaning performance, minimizing soil buildup and ensuring smooth planter operation. These features make it suitable for both conventional and no-till systems, allowing farmers to maintain optimal seed trench closure in diverse environments. The company’s attention to engineering detail helps producers achieve more reliable germination and reduced replanting needs. “Every piece of equipment we produce is a reflection of our commitment to advancing agricultural technology,” the spokesperson added. “The Germinator STEEL Closing Wheel exemplifies how we blend innovation with practicality to support the long-term success of farming operations.” With decades of expertise in designing high-performance agricultural solutions, Farm Shop MFG continues to serve as a trusted partner to growers seeking to improve efficiency and reliability at every stage of production—from planting to grain storage. The company’s Iowa-based team remains dedicated to developing tools that enable measurable improvements in farming outcomes.
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- December 15, 2025Others
Carrie’s Pilates Franchise Division Celebrates The Grand Opening Of Its 6th Location In Las Colinas, Texas
After the tremendous response to Carrie’s Pilates Trinity Groves and Carrie’s Pilates West Plano, the Carrie’s team proudly announces the grand opening of its newest pilates franchise studio, Carrie’s Pilates Las Colinas , in the heart of Las Colinas, Irving, Texas. This highly anticipated expansion brings the celebrity-approved Pilates-based workout from Los Angeles to the greater Dallas area once again, and the excitement is already in full swing. MORE THAN PILATES… AN EXPERIENCE Carrie’s Pilates is not a typical Pilates studio. It is a full-body fitness experience that blends Pilates, cardio, and strength training with world-class trainers and a supportive, high-energy community. Created by model and fitness visionary Carrie Minter Ebers in West Hollywood in 2013, the brand has grown rapidly since launching its Franchise Division in 2023. Today, Carrie’s Pilates locations span West Hollywood, CA; Orange County, CA; Toronto, ON; Trinity Groves, TX; West Plano, TX; and now Las Colinas, TX. The signature of the workout is Carrie’s Transformer, a patent-pending, state-of-the-art reformer engineered to amplify strength, endurance, muscle definition, and overall fitness. High-intensity, low impact, results-driven sessions led by expert trainers guarantee a workout that challenges the body, clears the mind, and builds confidence. OWNERS SHARE THEIR JOURNEY “As avid fitness fans, we’ve done it all, cycling, boot camps, boxing, but nothing pushed us the way reformer Pilates did,” says co-owner Josh Qualley. “The first class we took at Carrie’s in West Hollywood was love at first sweat,” adds co-owner Cody Carlsen. “Dallas embraced our Trinity Groves studio with open arms, and expanding was the natural next step. Las Colinas deserves this workout and this community. We’re deeply grateful to Carrie’s Pilates Corporate Franchise Team for helping make this dream happen.” FEATURES OF CARRIE’S PILATES LAS COLINAS • A welcoming, inclusive atmosphere for all fitness levels • Expert trainers offering form-focused hands-on guidance and modifications • 18 Carrie’s Transformers, our custom patent-pending reformers engineered for maximum results • Strength-based, high-energy classes designed to improve stamina, posture, total-body conditioning and mental clarity • Cold eucalyptus towels, sweat towels, vanity area, themed classes, and a friendly front desk team • The Therapy Room featuring the VacuActivus RollStar Lymphatic Massage System, designed to improve circulation, support muscle recovery, and reduce inflammation “We owe it all to Carrie Minter Ebers, a true Texan with an empowering vision,” says Cody. A HOMECOMING FOR THE FOUNDER “I’m beyond thrilled to expand Carrie’s Pilates back home in Texas,” says founder and co-owner Carrie Minter Ebers. “Texas has an energy that aligns perfectly with our mission. As a Mesquite native, nothing makes me happier than sharing this powerful workout with the community that helped shape me. The Carrie’s Method transforms your body, but it also supports mental clarity, resilience, and confidence. That’s what keeps people coming back.” JOIN THE MOVEMENT Carrie's Pilates Las Colinas invites locals to experience the workout everyone is talking about. At Carrie’s, it’s “More Than Pilates”, it’s community, empowerment, strength, and feeling your absolute best. Carrie’s Pilates Las Colinas is located at 5910 N. Macarthur Blvd - Suite 122, Irving, Texas 75039. To get started or book a class, visit Carrie's Pilates Las Colinas , call (972) 589-3861 or email [email protected]. THE MOMENTUM CONTINUES Carrie’s Pilates is officially expanding again. The next studio is already underway and will debut Carrie’s Pilates Houston Heights in Spring 2026 in Houston Heights, Houston, TX. This vibrant neighborhood is the perfect match for the Carrie’s community, and the team can’t wait to introduce the Carrie’s Method to a whole new city of fitness lovers. Houston… get ready to feel stronger, more confident, and fully transformed. The movement is coming to you next. For more information about Carrie’s Pilates Las Colinas, use the contact details below:
- December 14, 2025Others
Kwik Tow Expands Community Support Through Auto Repairs for UMOM Families and Staff
Kwik Tow , a towing and impound company based in Phoenix, has expanded its community service efforts by offering auto repair support for families and staff at UMOM Day Centers. The initiative underscores the company’s focus on corporate responsibility and building sustainable local partnerships. As part of the project, Kwik Tow performed air conditioning repairs, emissions checks, tire replacements, and part installations on about 30 vehicles owned by UMOM residents and employees. These repairs ensured families and staff had reliable transportation, reducing the risk of setbacks that could interfere with work, school, and other daily responsibilities. Jason Garrido , owner of Kwik Tow and a UMOM board member, said the initiative reflects the company’s role in supporting everyday needs beyond its core services. “At Kwik Tow, we recognize that reliable transportation is essential,” Garrido said. “By assisting UMOM families and staff, we are not only repairing cars but also helping people maintain access to their jobs, schools, and essential services.” The project also illustrates a bigger shift in how towing companies are engaging with their communities. While Kwik Tow continues to focus on towing and impounds, it is also investing in initiatives that strengthen its position as a responsible community partner. Garrido said the company intends for this effort to serve as the foundation for future outreach. “We see this as a long-term commitment rather than a single event,” Garrido said. “Kwik Tow will continue to look for opportunities to support families and nonprofit organizations throughout Phoenix. Our goal is to create meaningful contributions that reflect both our business values and our role in the community.” By directly addressing the transportation needs of UMOM residents and staff, Kwik Tow Phoenix AZ has extended its work beyond traditional towing operations. The company plans to build on this model of community involvement and use its expertise to provide practical support where it is most needed. About Kwik Tow Kwik Tow is a Phoenix-based towing and impound company providing towing, recovery, and vehicle storage services across the Valley. Jason Garrido acquired it less than 2 years ago and is striving to change the negative view that tow companies have by implementing what he calls "The Customer Bill of Rights," where he treats customers with respect and care. He acknowledges that people don’t want to have their car towed away for parking in fire lanes or reserved parking, but he tries to make the best out of a bad situation. The company operates multiple service yards in the region with an emphasis on professional service, safety, and community engagement.
- December 14, 2025Others
APO’s New Capital Governance Standard Makes Every Capital Decision Defensible
Kepa Software is pleased to introduce APO , a new, fully flexible and configurable decision- science framework that implements a capital governance standard and will transform how organizations prioritize capital expenditure requests and business investments. APO represents the first comprehensive approach to enable defensible capital allocation decisions across diverse investment portfolios, a tool that can rigorously apply the business’ selected capital governance standard. Capital expenditure today is still managed in silos. In most organizations, value is still revenue and numbers-based with only verbal reference to anything intangible, which leads to a breakdown the moment executives attempt to compare value measures without a clear numerical value. This fragmented approach creates competing and often contradictory views of what matters, resulting in sub-optimal capital allocation, delays, cost over-runs, and eventual failure to meet portfolio outcomes. It also forces stakeholders to choose between financial outcomes and broader non-financial outcomes. APO was created to eliminate that false tradeoff. Developed by Ken Garrard , a seasoned leader in portfolio optimization and capital investment prioritization, APO’s capital governance standard introduces a new way to prioritize both comparable and incomparable portfolios across the entire organization. By combining proven methods with intuitive decision software, APO helps leaders make defensible, transparent, and bias-free decisions on their most critical investments. The decision-science platform presents leaders with a prioritization tool that goes beyond financial logic to also weigh non-financial outcomes such as environmental impact, social outcomes, strategic alignment, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. At its core, APO uses a multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) engine tightly integrated to cost-benefit analysis to create a prioritization framework that ranks all capital expenditure requests and business investments in true business value order. This allows organizations to weigh every capital decision on the same scale, no matter how different those expenditures and investments might be. It also results in capital decisions that are statistically defensible and transparent. “We are proud to introduce a capital governance standard that gives leaders a structured yet dynamic way to weigh financial and non-financial outcomes side by side, a way to prioritize different investments in a single framework and to make every decision defensible,” said Garrard. He continued to say that since most decision frameworks have either been too simplistic or too complex, most organizations have been cornered into false choices. “For too long, organizations have had to choose between financial logic and non-financial outcomes. But now, decision science has matured to the point where businesses can now compare the incomparable. Our MCDA engine is like an automated Goldilocks system that brings this capability into everyday governance.” APO’s capital governance standard allows each organization to define value in its own terms and build unlimited value models based on evidential requirements and its priorities. The portfolio optimization platform produces a list of all potential investments ranked by business value, shows where spending is unbalanced, and presents value for money through the lens of any value measure or group of value measures. This gives organizations a real-time view of the impact of their portfolio optimization decisions. “APO can show organizations what to stop and what to accelerate,” added Garrard. “We built APO to help businesses identify which activities are, and which are not aligned with their goal, because we believe that every capital decision should be maximally valuable while also being completely defensible.” Since its launch, APO has helped clients across various industries, including energy, transport, government, and asset managers reduce operational costs, strategically align their investments, optimize asset maintenance budgets, and minimize project portfolio costs. “In one client we demonstrated how they could save 54% of their budget,” said Garrard, who, went on to say that as organizations shift how they think about value, APO’s multi-dimensional approach to prioritizing business investments and capital expenditures introduces the future of capital governance. “While financial returns remain important, the broader value equation has changed. It now includes ESG goals, strategic priorities, risk, safety, and compliance. With APO, we are helping organizations and governments to maximize the outcomes of their investment decisions by minimizing evaluation time, uncovering hidden value, reducing costs, and aligning investments with strategy,” concluded Garrard. APO is available for organizations and government agencies of all sizes and structures. For more information or to book a demo call, visit https://kepasoftware.com/ . About Kepa Software : Kepa Software was founded in 2020 by Ken Garrard and his late wife, Patricia, to develop APO, a world-leading decision-science platform. APO brings clarity to capital expenditure prioritization and portfolio optimization, transforming complex investment decisions into transparent, defensible processes. Kepa Software is based in Australia, has a secure data center in Sydney, and a core technology built on advanced MCDA integrated with CBA.
- December 14, 2025Others
Receive SMS Announces Major Expansion of Global Virtual Number Platform
Receive-SMSS.com is proud to announce its global virtual number platform expansion, enhancing worldwide access for fast, free, and anonymous SMS verification services. As modern digital platforms increasingly adopt phone-based authentication, Receive SMSS remains at the forefront with an easy, safe, and registration-free solution that protects personal information while supporting seamless online interactions. The upgraded platform allows visitors to receive SMS online instantly using temporary phone numbers from multiple countries. The service is complimentary, requires no sign-up process, and provides immediate access to active numbers capable of receiving verification codes from major platforms, including Google, Facebook, Telegram, WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, OpenAI, LinkedIn, Outlook, and other popular applications. Designed for convenience and privacy protection, Receive-SMSS.com delivers a frictionless experience for developers, testers, marketers, online shoppers, and privacy-conscious users seeking reliable SMS verification without exposing personal phone numbers. The expansion includes a larger pool of active, regularly refreshed numbers to meet increasing global demand. Visitors simply select an available number, monitor incoming SMS messages directly on the website, and use the displayed verification codes for online account creation, password resets, two-factor authentication, or platform-specific verification processes. This upgrade enhances service reliability, improves SMS delivery success rates, and strengthens the platform’s position as a trusted leader in temporary virtual phone number services. The improved platform enables visitors to get SMS messages online instantly with temporary virtual phone numbers from several countries. Without requiring any registration, Receive-SMS’s complimentary service provides users with instant access to all active numbers capable of receiving verification codes from major platforms, including Google, Facebook, Telegram, WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, OpenAI, LinkedIn, Outlook, and other popular applications. Designed with ease in mind, the Receive-SMSS.com platform protects privacy and ensures a seamless experience for developers, testers, marketers, online shoppers, and those users who need reliable SMS verification without giving away their personal phone numbers. A spokesperson for Receive-SMSS.com said: "This expansion reflects a commitment to providing fast, anonymous, and secure SMS verification for global users. Receive-SMSS.com remains focused on delivering dependable virtual numbers, enhanced system performance, and an effortless, registration-free experience to anyone seeking privacy and convenience online." While data privacy and digital tracking have become more concerning, temp phone numbers have become a vital tool for people to protect their information. According to Receive SMS, users do not prefer sharing their personal phone numbers with unknown websites or temporary subscription applications. In this regard, the platform offers access to a secure alternative that bars unwanted calls, spam messages, and unnecessary data exposure. This ensures that, with a privacy-first approach, personal information will be protected while providing full access to the required digital services. Key benefits of using temporary phone numbers on Receive-SMSS.com include: - Protection against unsolicited calls, texts, and marketing outreach. - No dependency on any mobile network signal; an internet connection is all that is needed. - Prevention of personal numbers being linked to multiple online accounts. - Access to numbers for major platforms verification, including but not limited to Gmail, Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, Tinder, etc. - Periodic deactivation and refresh of numbers for security and prevention of any fraud and improper use. The expanded platform supports apps such as, social media, communication apps, email services, dating platforms, and region-specific applications. Common uses include verification for services such as Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Telegram, Messenger, WhatsApp, Viber, Gmail, Outlook, Tinder, Bumble, and more global platforms. Temporary numbers can also help in location demonstration for streaming services where regional validation might be required. Receive-SMSS.com offers a very minimalist, clean, and mobile-friendly user interface to ensure the fastest navigation and immediate access to available numbers. Performance enhancements in this expansion introduce faster loading, reduced waiting for message delivery, and increased clarity of visibility on incoming SMS messages. Such upgrades accommodate the needs of casual users to professional audiences relying on temporary numbers for testing, development, automation, and cross-platform verification. Receive-SMSS.com continues to be recognized for one of the most available and transparent services for receiving SMS. It doesn't require registration, doesn't have any access fees, and doesn't hide anything behind fine print terms. The newly launched extension positions the platform to support global verification requirements in line with growing demand for privacy-centric digital solutions while keeping the core platform values intact regarding security, ease of use, and user empowerment. Receive-SMSS.com is a cutting-edge solution for individuals and organizations looking for a reliable, free, anonymous way of receiving verification code services with continuous improvements and global scalability. An expanded number library, increased strength in system architecture, and worldwide availability guarantee that users benefit from one of the most robust temporary phone number platforms in the online verification industry. For more information, please refer to the contact details listed or visit https://receive-smss.com.
- December 13, 2025Others
Next Chems Raises the Bar for Responsible Innovation in the Global Research Chemicals Industry
Next Chems, a science-driven supplier of research-only chemical compounds, is setting a new benchmark for responsible innovation in an increasingly complex global environment. Built on quality, documentation, and ethical distribution, the company is developing a platform with a single focus: serving serious researchers who refuse to compromise on standards. In a market crowded with inconsistent vendors and informal “grey-zone” channels, Next Chems was founded on a simple principle: advanced compounds should move only through advanced systems, backed by controls, traceability, and a research-first mindset. “Our mission is to expand what is possible in research,” said a Next Chems spokesperson. “Innovation drives scientific progress, and we are dedicated to providing researchers with the advanced tools they need to explore new frontiers - safely, responsibly, and with exceptional precision.” Next Chems operates under a strict research-only policy. All compounds are supplied exclusively for laboratory, in vitro, or analytical research and are not intended for human consumption or for medical, diagnostic, or veterinary use. Each product includes clear labeling and supporting information to promote compliant handling and responsible use by qualified professionals. To enable robust, reproducible science, Next Chems prioritizes identity and quality verification for every batch, batch-linked documentation, and a product strategy centered on consistency over trend-chasing. Rather than stocking every possible molecule, the company curates a portfolio aligned with emerging research directions and backs it with appropriate documentation and continuity of supply. “Researchers need confidence that what they receive today will be reproducible tomorrow,” the spokesperson added. “That requires reliable sourcing, controlled processes, and a culture that understands why traceability matters.” Next Chems serves a global base of professional researchers and institutions via a streamlined online platform, multiple payment options, and international shipping that emphasizes careful packaging, handling, and documentation. Customer support is available for order-related inquiries, always within the boundaries of the company’s research-only, non-medical scope. In a sector often clouded by hype and misunderstanding, Next Chems is taking a different path: no health or therapeutic claims, no performance promises, and no encouragement of inappropriate or off-label use. Instead, all communication emphasizes precision, responsibility, and long-term partnership with the scientific community. As research advances across biology, biochemistry, metabolic science, and molecular innovation, the need for responsible access to advanced compounds continues to grow. Next Chems aims to help meet that need - not by being the loudest voice, but by being among the most reliable. About section Next Chems Next Chems is a research-focused supplier of advanced chemical compounds, serving laboratories, qualified professionals, and institutional clients worldwide. The company emphasizes responsible innovation, rigorous quality verification, and clear research-only positioning, providing compounds intended strictly for laboratory and analytical use. Its mission is to support the global research community with consistent, well-documented materials that align with modern expectations of safety, traceability, and compliance. Website: https://www.nextchems.com Media Contact: [email protected]
- December 12, 2025Others
Fast Direct Plumbing Launches Discount & Cost-Saving Campaign To Make Plumbing Services More Affordable
A provider of both domestic and commercial plumbing services in Melbourne, Fast Direct Plumbing, has announced the launch of their wide range of discounts as part of a cost-saving campaign, designed to make its plumbing services more accessible and budget-friendly for customers all across the region. The company now allows customers to book professional plumbing services while benefiting from as much as 50% off, depending on the discounts available to them. With a wide range of same-day plumbing services available, the team has launched a wide range of discounts, with $50 off for first-time customers, $80 off for block drain services, $100 off for new hot water boiler installations, as well as up to 20% off for return customers, and an extra 10% off for seniors and pensioners. The wide range of offers coincides with the launch of their new online booking system, which aims to provide a modern and seamless experience for customers looking for help with their properties. As such, customers can also get $20 when they book online, an immediate savings that’s designed to encourage homeowners and business owners to engage with the team directly through the website and their new booking system. Customers are able to upload details of their plumbing issue, select their preferred time slot, and then receive a free, no-obligation quote within minutes. This is designed to simplify plumbing for busy homeowners while providing the transparency around pricing they need. The added discounts are a bonus on top of that, ensuring that people are able to get access to the plumbing they need. Fast Direct Plumbing provides a wide range of plumbing services, including drain cleaning, sink repairs, hot water installation, leak detection, toilet repair, and general maintenance. Their campaign isn’t just about promotions, but about demonstrating the ongoing dedication to customer satisfaction and transparency that is at the heart of the team’s offerings. This same commitment is reflected in the quality of workmanship carried out by the team. As such, all of their technicians are licensed and insured, equipped with modern plumbing tools, and trained to deliver efficient, safe, and lasting solutions. Fast Plumbing Direct encourages new customers and repeat clients alike to take a look at the extensive range of discounts available through their cost-saving campaign, and to see why they have a reputation for being the go-to plumber in Melbourne for dependable, value-driven service. For more information about Fast Direct Plumbing, use the contact details below:
- December 12, 2025Others
Five Twenty Five Expands Into a Full-Service Talent Hub With the Launch of Its New Events Division
Five Twenty Five Models and Talent, a leading Dubai-based modeling and talent agency serving the UAE and GCC markets, today announced its expansion into a fully integrated talent platform with the launch of its new Events Division, adding dancers, singers, musicians, and DJs to its already wide-ranging portfolio of models, talent, and artists. This development positions the agency as a comprehensive destination for brands and event organizers seeking exceptional talent across the region. Founded in Dubai in 2013, Five Twenty Five has built a reputation for professionalism, reliability, and a distinctly human-centered approach to client service. Its multicultural roster spans more than 50 nationalities and supports luxury, corporate, lifestyle, fashion, and government events of every scale. Five Twenty Five maintains rigorous selection and quality standards to ensure exceptional delivery at every event. Five Twenty Five Models and Talent is a Dubai-based agency offering premium event hostesses , models, and live entertainment talent across the UAE and GCC. The agency represents a multinational roster of performers and specialists who bring professionalism, creativity, and polish to events of any size. For more information about Five Twenty Five Models and Talent, use the contact details below:
- December 12, 2025Others
Fast Direct Plumbing Celebrates A New Milestone Of Over 10,000 Happy Customers
Fast Direct Plumbing is proud to announce a new milestone, having served over 10,000 happy customers as a local plumber in Melbourne . This achievement has helped to solidify the team’s reputation as a trusted provider in the area and reflects their dedication to reliable, high-quality service, matched by an ongoing commitment to customer satisfaction. Fast response times, transparent pricing, and quality workmanship from licensed, insured plumbers have been the priorities of Fast Direct Plumbing from the beginning. Their team handles everything from blocked drains and hot-water issues to gas fittings and emergency leaks. They serve a wide range of clients throughout the whole of Melbourne, including residential, commercial, and industrial customers, and are able to meet the diverse needs of many different properties. The road to 10,000 happy customers has been marked by direct, honest feedback from customers, with the team having received hundreds of positive online reviews, which customers are able to read many of them directly on the website. The team has also won awards such as the “2024 Plumber Of The Year Award”. All of this, alongside their ongoing dedication to providing the best service, has helped them cement the reputation that has now helped them reach this latest major milestone. Fast Direct Plumbing has further rededicated itself to the same levels of workmanship and customer service that have helped it get this far. This includes improvements to the website, such as an online booking and instant quote system, a new range of discounts for both new and returning customers, and free, no-commitment quotes that provide more transparency to customers when using their services. The team at Fast Direct Plumbing is proud to have reached this milestone and notes that each of the 10,000 customers represents a household or business that trusted them at their time of need. As such, they have noted their gratitude to the Melbourne community for the support and promise to continue working hard to deliver professional, honest, and reliable services. About Fast Direct Plumbing Based in Melbourne, Fast Direct Plumbing provides 24/7 plumbing services, including blocked drain clearing, leak detection, hot water installation and repairs, gas fitting, and general maintenance, through licensed and insured plumbers. For more information about Fast Direct Plumbing, use the contact details below:
- December 12, 2025Others
The Management of Maritime Disputes and the Governance of Order in the South China Sea
At the 6th Symposium on Global Maritime Cooperation and Ocean Governance, speakers offered diverse perspectives on how maritime disputes in the SCS can be managed and how regional order can be sustained amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. Despite differences in emphasis, a common concern emerged: how to maintain stability when sovereignty disputes persist and strategic rivalry intensifies. Brantly Womack argued that experiences in the SCS and the Beibu Gulf demonstrate the resilience of regional maritime governance even in times of global turbulence. Ronán Long highlighted the significance of the BBNJ Agreement, noting that its provisions on resource management, environmental impact assessment, and technology transfer offer critical support for future ocean order. In his view, China’s role in advancing the agreement has important implications for the credibility and stability of the multilateral system. Wu Shicun argued that managing disputes in the SCS requires a layered and combined governance approach rather than reliance on any single instrument. Cooperation on environmental protection and marine scientific research, he suggested, could provide low-sensitivity entry points for trust-building. Other participants underscored the limitations of formal rules under intense geopolitical pressure. Michael Vatikiotis observed that when formal mechanisms struggle to function effectively, maritime order increasingly relies on informal and voluntary cooperation,such as information-sharing networks, voluntary guidelines, and supply-chain resilience arrangements. On the role of international law, a broad consensus emerged that it remains necessary but insufficient. Phillip Saunders and Vladislav Tolstykh noted that while UNCLOS cannot resolve sovereignty disputes on its own, it continues to serve as the region’s most important common normative language. Drawing on broader regional practices, experiences from ASEAN and South Asia suggest that the “ASEAN Way,” bilateral negotiations, and recourse to international adjudication can be complementary tools, though their effectiveness is often constrained by power asymmetries and great-power competition. Christian Schultheiss and Lucio Pitlo III observed that China–Philippines cooperation in fisheries and resources has a practical foundation, but concerns about weakening national positions complicate institutional design. Inthep Xaiyavong from Laos PDR further reminded that even landlocked countries depend on open and stable seas, supporting dialogue and non-traditional security cooperation as pathways toward a more stable and peaceful South China Sea.
- December 12, 2025Others
Texas Licensed Mold Remediation Company Expands Indoor Air Quality Services In Houston
Top Star Air Pros is announcing the expansion of its licensed indoor air quality and mold remediation services in the Houston area. The team offers a full suite of clean-air solutions that are designed to protect families from mold, dust, poor ventilation, and the health risks that can arise from such hazards. With a Texas Mold Remediation Company license (License RCO#1699), the company aims to address the increased demand for improved air quality and home health in the region. “Indoor air quality matters more than ever in Houston,” said Matt Z., founder of Top Star Air Pros. “Our team provides licensed remediation supported by transparent inspections, helping families make informed decisions about their homes.” The company provides a wide range of AC mold remediation, air duct cleaning, coil sanitizing, attic insulation, chimney inspections, UV light installation, and dryer vent cleaning services. With the climate in Houston creating ideal conditions for mold growth, thanks to high humidity, heavy rainfall, and year-round conditioning use, licensed remediation and air quality services are essential for homeowners. Otherwise, mold can grow unchecked inside ductwork, AC units, and attics. Top Star Air Pros warns that preventative maintenance is vital to prevent the spread of mold spores, as well as the buildup of dust, allergens, and other airborne contaminants that can reduce air quality and lead to respiratory health issues. This becomes even more important as the shift into the New Year is likely to bring a change towards warmer and more humid weather with the arrival of spring. The company aims to provide the help that local homeowners need with transparent, itemized inspections and a two-year warranty on projects involving remediation. Their detailed and clear reports on findings help homeowners make more informed decisions, while the warranty ensures that the team stands behind any work that they do on the home. As demand for their services grows in the state, the team at Top Star Air Pros encourages homeowners to schedule proactive inspections and cleanings now, before the hottest and most humid months arrive, and they are more likely to be solidly booked. Homeowners in Texas are encouraged to take a closer look at the Top Star Air Pros website or to get in touch directly with the team to learn more about how they can help. For more information about Top Star Air Pros, use the contact details below:
- December 12, 2025Others
Hinomaru One Announces Launch of JDM-Focused Subset of Its Infinite Tokyo Custom 8-Hour Tour, Offering Daikoku PA Meets, Wangan Routes, and Tuning Shop Access
Hinomaru One announced the launch of a JDM-focused subset of its existing Infinite Tokyo Custom 8-hour tour , offering travelers guided access to Daikoku Parking Area meets, late-night Wangan expressway routes and select tuning shops. The company said the new subset formalizes a growing segment of its custom tour requests from automotive enthusiasts seeking realistic and culturally informed entry into Tokyo’s car community. Hinomaru One developed the format to address the logistical, timing and etiquette challenges that make the city’s car culture difficult to navigate independently. The new subset organizes the company’s JDM-related guided experiences into a structured format that accounts for highway-only access, unpredictable meet schedules and unspoken social norms at popular gathering points. Hinomaru One said visitors often underestimate the complexity of accessing locations such as Daikoku Futo and Tatsumi Parking Area, both of which sit on expressways with no public transit links. The tour includes a private vehicle and routing through the Shuto Expressway system, allowing travelers to experience the roads that helped shape Tokyo’s automotive culture. “Interest in Tokyo’s JDM scene continues to grow, but many travelers arrive without understanding how timing, etiquette and access actually work,” said Satoshi Matsuda of Hinomaru One. “By creating a dedicated subset within our Infinite Tokyo tour, we are providing structure around what was previously an informal and highly variable request. This helps visitors engage with the car community respectfully and in a way that reflects real local conditions.” The JDM subset includes strategic stops tied to Tokyo’s tuning and motorsport heritage, such as A PIT Autobacs in Shinonome, Nissan Crossing in Ginza and Spoon Type One in Suginami. These locations allow visitors to observe performance parts installations, view concept vehicles, and see race engines and demo cars from well-known Japanese tuning brands. Hinomaru One said the format emphasizes understanding how the industry operates today rather than recreating cinematic depictions of underground racing. Because car meets occur organically rather than on fixed schedules, the tour relies on real-time monitoring of conditions, weather and police activity to determine the best route each evening. Daikoku PA typically peaks on weekend nights, while Tatsumi often sees activity on weeknights. Hinomaru One said flexibility is essential, and itineraries adjust to maximize a visitor’s chances of seeing active meets while maintaining safety and cultural respect. “Tokyo’s car culture is rooted in community, not spectacle,” Matsuda said. “Visitors expecting dramatic street-racing scenes are often surprised by how calm and orderly the atmosphere is. Our role is to help guests understand that modern meets function more like informal exhibitions than entertainment events.” The subset also incorporates a nighttime drive along the Shuto Expressway’s C1 Loop and Bayshore Route, roads associated with Wangan Midnight and other cultural references, giving travelers a firsthand look at the infrastructure that shaped decades of JDM storytelling. The company said this segment is observational and meant to provide context rather than participation in any unsafe activities. Hinomaru One said the new subset is an excellent choice for photographers, researchers, collectors and enthusiasts familiar with Japan’s automotive history. The company said it aims to balance access with realism by setting clear expectations about what visitors can and cannot do at meets and tuning stops. The experience does not include driving performance cars, guaranteed encounters with specific models or access to private workshops unless conditions allow. About Hinomaru One Hinomaru One is a Tokyo-based operator specializing in private, customizable tours that provide cultural, historical and contemporary context for travelers exploring Japan’s capital. The company’s Infinite Tokyo framework supports tailored guided experiences across architecture, cuisine, neighborhoods and specialty interests. Founded in Tokyo, Hinomaru One delivers expert-led tours for families, first-time visitors and returning travelers seeking deeper understanding of the city. Its guided experiences integrate local knowledge, adaptable routing and cultural interpretation across traditional and modern themes.
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