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February 11, 2026

Capella at Galaxy Macau Opens as the Pinnacle of Ultra-Luxury Hospitality

Source: Media Outreach

MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – Capella at Galaxy Macau has officially opened, marking the arrival of the serene enclave within the celebrated world of Galaxy Macau. This exceptional property represents a rarefied expression of hospitality within Galaxy Macau, Asia’s highly awarded luxury resort.

Mr Francis Lui, Chairman (centre); Mr Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer – Macau (2nd from right); and Mr Troy Hickox, Head of Hotels & Lifestyle Development (1st from right), of Galaxy Entertainment Group and Mr Samuel Ding, Senior Vice President of Design and Technical Services (2nd from left); Ms Mei Ping, Head of China and Chairman Assistant (1st from left), of Capella Hotel Group officiate at the Opening Ceremony of Capella at Galaxy Macau.

Capella at Galaxy Macau represents the pinnacle of the luxury resort’s experiential offering. Designed for the most discerning of premium guests, the property occupies a privileged position within Galaxy Macau’s constellation of lauded luxury hotels. An ultra-residential retreat designed for the most discerning traveller; it offers privacy, expansive space, and superlative service.

The golden hued architectural landmark comprises just 95 suites and penthouses, while maintaining an exceptionally low key-count and a welcoming sense of intimacy and seclusion.

The opening of Capella at Galaxy Macau further strengthens Galaxy Macau’s status as the region’s premier experiential destination, offering guests a highly curated way to experience the dynamism of the luxury resort, and all that UNESCO World Heritage–recognised Macau has to offer.

Mr Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer – Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group delivers his welcome remarks at the Opening Ceremony of Capella at Galaxy Macau.

Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer – Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group, states: “Galaxy Macau was created as a destination where the world’s finest hospitality and ultra-luxury experiences come together. We are delighted to reveal Capella at Galaxy Macau to our treasured guests from around the world; which showcases a new expression of our signature and ever-evolving ‘World Class Asian Heart’ service – that is not just personalised but anticipated; promising that true exclusivity is no longer about spectacle – but about scarcity.”

Clive Edwards, Senior Vice President, Operations, of Capella Hotel Group adds: “This strategic partnership positions Capella at Galaxy Macau as a distinctive expression of our brand vision: an intimate, residential retreat within an integrated resort context. Our guests enjoy seamless access to Galaxy’s world-class amenities while experiencing the culturally immersive hospitality that defines Capella—from our Capella Culturists to curated experiences celebrating Macau’s rich heritage.”

Mr Samuel Ding, Senior Vice President of Design and Technical Services, Capella Hotel Group, delivers a speech at the Opening Ceremony of Capella at Galaxy Macau.

A contemporary retreat where The Gilded Jungle meets the runway

Conceived with renowned Paris-based design studio Moinard Bétaille, Capella at Galaxy Macau introduces a distinct design sensibility to the city, influenced by the jungle-inspired motifs found throughout the world of fashion, defined by craftsmanship, sophistication, and vintage luxury accents.

Imagined as a gilded jungle, the undulating exteriors draw from the formations of Macau’s tropical landscape while offering a sleek, residential interpretation of ultra-luxury. Rather than enclosed opulence, the architecture and interiors emphasise soft curves and undulating fluid forms, mirroring meandering waterways, light, airflow, the organic forms of the rainforest canopy – all brought to life with tactile materiality; creating a deeply immersive and energetically aligned experience.

Interior design studio Moinard Bétaille was tasked with creating a ‘residential sanctuary in Macau.’ From the forest-like canopy at the Ground Floor Lobby arrival and the Tree of Life, to the multi-sensory digital artwork by Laura Cheung – whose hand-finished jungle inspired walls grace every suite, Bruno Moinard has composed an environment of serenity, luxury and quiet confidence. For Capella at Galaxy Macau – a collaboration with Bruno Moinard’s creative partner, Claire Bétaille – the design duo have built on their collective commitment to bespoke luxury; creating a signature new language that builds upon culture, community, tradition, and heritage craftsmanship in a way that is both distinctive and unique. Moinard states: “Our vision was to create a sense of calm, crafted elegance, a residential sanctuary that feels both intimate and timeless, set within the extraordinary environs of Galaxy Macau.”

Gentle curves, softened edges, and dappled light that mimics sunlight filtering through a rainforest canopy guides guests from the moment they enter the driveway.

Gentle curves, softened edges, and dappled light that mimics sunlight filtering through a rainforest canopy guides guests from the moment they enter the driveway, a protected space that transitions from the pulsing energy of Macau, surrounded by lush foliage that fosters a sense of calm and privacy. In an ecosystem of light, art and nature, as one steps into the Lobby, a chamber of light and running water frame the Tree of Life – the beating heart of the Lobby that pulsates in coloured light. Round pools, lush foliage, and a mustering of carved wooden storks alight, finding their place in front of the spellbinding three-metre immersive multi-sensory LED artwork by Hong Kong artist Laura Cheung, founder of artisanal luxury homeware brand LaLa Curio. Evoking the natural rhythm of a tropical jungle, the sculptural natural forms, rocks and fire pits enable the kinetic artwork to subtly transform from dawn to dusk; connecting the interior to the passage of time outside. This digital grove “breathes” with the time of day; featuring a cacophony of ambient sounds that culminate in a nightly bloom of glowing fireflies and shooting stars. A custom-handmade tumbled glass sculpture by Czech glass masters Lasvit – ‘Splash’ – cascades over the illuminated water pools.

The arrival experience unfolds on the first floor, where guests discover the gilded Lobby layered with specially commissioned artworks. Highlights include contemporary abstract gouache and oil artworks by Bruno Moinard, alongside ceramic scholar’s rocks on Amazonite marble plinths by American ceramic artist Jason Messinger, that blend the softly-hued neutral interiors with statement pieces.

Guests are welcomed by their Capella Culturist in the Capella Living Room, a brand signature reimagined here as a cocooning social salon, before being escorted to their private residences for in-suite check-in by their personal butler. “Jungle Blue” – a Bruno Moinard abstract oil painting anchors the space in Moinard’s signature Macau Blue, a nuanced hue that echoes his interior inspiration, where water meets the jungle. Here, the Capella Culturists host daily rituals such as tea ceremonies, baijiu tastings, and cultural introductions.

The ultimate exemplar of penthouse living

Capella at Galaxy Macau delivers a rare combination of grandeur, serenity and exclusivity.

Capella at Galaxy Macau delivers a rare combination of grandeur, serenity and exclusivity. Offering the largest rooms in Southern China, the Capella Penthouses are among the most remarkable accommodations ever introduced in the territory. Two- and four-bedroom penthouses offer expansive indoor-outdoor living, with sliding glass doors opening onto breezy, light-filled terraces, sun rooms and glass-walled outdoor private infinity pools overlooking futuristic Hengqin island – where visionary engineering meets architectural finesse – achievements previously unseen in the region. Artisanship is apparent in the details, such as the penthouse entrance doors featuring bespoke woven horsehair panelling lining, offering superior acoustic protection and a refined, luxurious patina. Four-bedroom penthouses, spanning close to 700 square metres, include a private Winter Garden with its diamond-stitched leather upholstery inspired by vintage automotive seats; wellness room with state-of-the-art massage chair and TechnoGym personal training equipment, games room with foosball table, and butler pantry. A den-like, soundproofed media and entertainment room houses a state-of-the-art home theatre and karaoke system, while airy, spa-like marble bathrooms feature generous soaking tubs and ultra-spacious his and hers showers. Two-bedroom penthouses include many of the same bespoke amenities, along with a dedicated VIK (Very Important Kids) room for family travellers.

The Capella Penthouses are among the most remarkable accommodations ever introduced in the territory, each equipped with private swimming pool for the utmost sense of leisure.

One- and two-bedroom suites begin at 128 square metres and feature indoor relaxation pools, sunbeds, Amazonite marble bathrooms with mosaic floors, and polished finishes. Bedrooms are accentuated with jungle-inspired, hand-finished wall coverings by LaLa Curio, extending into canopy-like ceilings.

A heightened and singular service philosophy

Capella at Galaxy Macau brings together a union of award-winning hospitality for exceptional personalization. With Capella Hotels and Resorts voted the “No.1 Hotel Brand in the World” in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards for the third consecutive year, Capella’s globally recognised service philosophy finds a new home in the most accentuated expression of Galaxy Macau’s signature and ever-evolving World Class Asian Heart service.

Every guest enjoys 24-hour butler service, packing and unpacking of luggage, a complimentary minibar, premium Chinese tea sets, Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica Santa Maria Novella bath amenities, locally-sourced pre-batched cocktails and a Bugatti kettle and Illy IperEspresso Professional Machine for the ultimate precision-brewed coffee experience. Dedicated Capella butlers – unique to this hotel – and Capella Culturists work seamlessly together to intuitively shape each stay around individual preferences; promising that true exclusivity is no longer about spectacle – but about rarity and experience.

Culturists curate bespoke experiences connecting guests to Macau’s heritage and contemporary culture, from art tours and baijiu tastings to culinary masterclasses with Stephen Hsu, the executive chef of Capella at Galaxy Macau’s signature restaurant Botanica, or private helicopter and walking tours arranged with insider access.

A dining destination for connoisseurs

As part of Galaxy Macau’s reputation as one of Asia’s most celebrated gastronomic destinations, Capella at Galaxy Macau introduces three highly anticipated dining and bar concepts.

Pony & Plume, a whisky and cocktail bar and divan designed by Moinard Bẽtaille, reveals a haven of hidden delights and secret spaces, waiting to be revealed. Set to become a vibrant Macau destination hotspot in its own right, the bar’s name is its creed: the “pony” – a precise measure of spirit – represents intention in every pour, while the “plume” is the bar’s calling card, introduced as an aromatic cloud of smoke that infuses its signature cocktails, bar snacks and the divan experience. Home to more than 650 whiskies curated across eight flavour profiles, the venue celebrates precision, ritual, and the aroma, from rare and limited-edition bottles to guided tastings and signature smoke-infused cocktails inspired by Macau’s cultural eclecticism and morsels designed to appeal to connoisseurs and the curious alike. Featuring a cabinet of the world’s rarest unicorn whiskies, even the private reserve of whisky casks of provenance might be sighted by those in-the-know.

Botanica, a 48-seat restaurant led by Executive Chef Stephen Hsu, serves international comfort classics reimagined with Asian influences for the global palate. Light floods the tropical interiors by Moinard Bétaille, where indoor water reflections feature beneath imaginary jungle vines and a cluster of soft, pillow-like fungi stretch across the high ceilings. Ornamental glass screens and trellises add to an ambient space punctuated by climbing botanicals and sculptural works by Mexican artist Joel Escalona, creating a casual yet refined atmosphere.

Further elevating Galaxy Macau’s culinary stature, acclaimed Hong Kong chef Vicky Cheng will open an independent fine-dining restaurant within Capella at Galaxy Macau in 2026. The Michelin-starred chef and Krug Ambassador, whose Wing restaurant is ranked number three on the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 list, is set to present modern French cuisine shaped by his distinctive and adventurous culinary vision.

Francis Lui, Chairman of Galaxy Entertainment Group, concludes: “Capella at Galaxy Macau’s architecture, service, gastronomy, and residential privacy create a singular experience for our top percentile of VIP guests, one that sets a new reference point for hospitality in Macau and globally. Our design and operations teams have worked tirelessly to bring the vision for Capella at Galaxy Macau to life in close partnership with Capella Hotel Group. Together, we have crafted the most intimate, elevated, and personalised way to experience our global entertainment and leisure resort offering; creating a true sanctuary, where every stay unfolds as a bespoke retreat, shaped by design, culture, and service at the highest level.”

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February 11, 2026

T20 World Cup: Black Caps’ emphatic 10-wicket win over UAE

Source: Radio New Zealand

Daryl Mitchell tries to play a shot during the first ODI between India and New Zealand SHAMMI MEHRA

A stunning Men’s T20 World Cup record 175-run opening stand between Finn Allen and Tim Seifert has led New Zealand to an emphatic 10-wicket win over the United Arab Emirates in Chennai.

Set 174 runs to win, the Black Caps took just three runs off the first over but it didn’t take long for the fireworks to begin as Allen and Seifert went blow for blow as they reached 78/0 in the Powerplay.

The drinks break brought very little respite as Allen and Seifert kept the boundaries coming despite a quality four-over stint by Haider Ali that went for just 27 runs. Seifert went past 50 in just 23 balls, before Allen brought his half century up a few overs later off just 27 balls. The ding dong battle between the openers went right to the wire – with Seifert claiming the honours with the match-winning six to finish on 89* off 42.

No matter what the UAE tried, they were unable to restrict the flow of boundaries on a very good batting pitch. Haider showed the way as he rarely strayed from a good length on the stumps that proved hard to get away. Paceman Muhammad Rohid was particularly expensive as he was carted for 51 runs in just 3.2 overs.

The UAE are back in action on Friday afternoon where they will take on Canada in a winnable encounter in Delhi.

New Zealand kicked off their campaign with a clinical five-wicket win over Afghanistan on Sunday. They have a four-day break as they head to Ahmedabad for a crunch match with South Africa on Sunday, before playing their final group game against Canada next Tuesday.

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February 11, 2026

Milano Cortina Winter Olympics: Luca Harrington claims bronze in men’s Freeski Slopestyle

Source: Radio New Zealand

Luca Harrington reacts in the freestyle skiing men’s freeski slopestyle final run 3 during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. JEFF PACHOUD / AFP

Luca Harrington has claimed a bronze medal for New Zealand in the men’s freestyle skiing slopestyle event overnight at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in Italy.

Birk Ruud of Norway took the gold medal, while silver went to American Alex Hall.

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February 11, 2026

VinFast and Exposure SARL Sign Mou to Promote Green Transportation in The Democratic Republic of Congo

Source: Media Outreach

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – VinFast and Exposure SARL announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the potential supply of electric vehicles for green taxi services in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The agreement marks an important milestone in the Vietnamese EV maker’s international expansion strategy and a major step forward in promoting the transition to green transportation in the capital of the DRC.

Ms. Le Thi Thu Thuy – Vice Chairwoman of Vingroup and Chairwoman of VinFast, and Mr. Fely Samuna Lukwaka – CEO of Exposure SARL, together with representatives of both parties at the signing ceremony.

Under the MOU, the two parties will discuss and coordinate to develop a plan to supply the first batch of VinFast electric vehicles for Exposure to operate electric taxi services in Kinshasa. This batch is expected to include the commercial-oriented Limo Green and Herio Green models, regarded as an initial foundation for an all-electric taxi model, contributing to the formation of zero-emission transport habits in urban passenger transportation in Congo.

At the same time, Exposure has expressed its intention to become a distributor of VinFast vehicles in the Congolese market and will jointly study a business plan suited to local conditions. Both parties commit to continued cooperation in good faith, laying the groundwork for deeper collaboration in the future.

The MOU between VinFast and Exposure SARL initiates the implementation of the strategic cooperation framework established by Vingroup and the City of Kinshasa in 2025. At that time, the parties agreed to study and promote the procurement and deployment of VinFast’s electric mobility solutions, including electric buses, cars, and scooters, to serve the city’s and residents’ transportation needs.

Earlier, the Kinshasa municipal authorities and Vingroup also signed an MOU to study and develop a riverside mega urban project covering approximately 6,300 hectares. Featuring housing, villas, hospitals, schools, shopping centers, hotels, and entertainment facilities, the project is expected to become a new tourism destination and a symbol of Kinshasa’s future development.

The partnerships align with the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s long-term vision for sustainable urban development and green transition, particularly in rapidly urbanizing cities such as Kinshasa, where demand for clean, smart and efficient mobility is rising. Building on the country’s renewable energy potential and commitment to low-emission growth, the initiative supports Kinshasa’s ambition to develop an integrated green infrastructure and electric mobility ecosystem.

Ms. Duong Thi Thu Trang, Deputy CEO of Global Sales, VinFast, stated: “The cooperation with Exposure SARL reflects VinFast’s confidence in the potential for green transportation in Africa and reaffirms our commitment to delivering modern, accessible green mobility solutions tailored to each market. We believe that VinFast’s electric vehicle products, proven across multiple markets, combined with Exposure’s local expertise, will help accelerate the transition to green transportation in Congo.”

Mr. Fely Samuna Lukwaka, Chief Executive Officer of Exposure SARL, said: “We are very pleased to cooperate with VinFast toward a low emission mobility future for the Democratic Republic of the Congo in general and the capital Kinshasa in particular. With a population of more than 120 million and a strategic location bordering nine countries, forming a regional market of over 200 million people, the Democratic Republic of the Congo has strong potential to become a gateway for electric vehicle development in Central Africa. We have full confidence in VinFast’s technological capabilities and product ecosystem, and we expect this cooperation to establish a foundation for the next stages of development of the electric vehicle market not only in the DRC but across the wider region.”

VinFast is a pure-play electric vehicle automaker under Vingroup, Vietnam’s largest private conglomerate, with a vision to drive the movement of the global smart electric vehicle revolution. Over the past years, the EV maker has expanded strongly into new and promising markets such as India, the Philippines, Indonesia, and the Middle East, while continuing to strengthen its presence in key markets in Europe and North America. Strategic moves in 2025 are expected to provide strong momentum and a solid launchpad for further breakthroughs in 2026.

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February 10, 2026

Live: Black Caps v United Arab Emirates – T20 World Cup

Source: Radio New Zealand

Daryl Mitchell tries to play a shot during the first ODI between India and New Zealand SHAMMI MEHRA

The Black Caps will face the United Arab Emirates in their second match of the Twenty20 World Cup in Chennai tonight.

New Zealand kicked off their campaign with a clinical five-wicket win over Afghanistan on Sunday.

The Black Caps sit second behind South Africa in Group D. The two sides will meet on Sunday, before New Zealand play their final group game against Canada next week Tuesday.

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February 10, 2026

NRL: NZ Warriors name mix of experience, youth for first pre-season hit-out against Manly Sea Eagles

Source: Radio New Zealand

Warriors reserves celebrate a try by halfback Luke Hanson against Parramatta Eels. David Neilson/Photosport

Four players yet to make first-grade debuts will start for NZ Warriors in their pre-season trial against Manly Sea Eagles at Napier on Saturday.

With seven of his roster away on Māori-Indigenous All Stars duty in Rotorua the same night, coach Andrew Webster has had to dig deep into his extended group to fill a 28-man gameday squad.

Among the backs, fullback Geronimo Doyle and half Luke Hanson both helped the Warriors reserves to NSW Cup and NRL Interstate glory last season, while winger Haizyn Mellars has joined the club from the South Sydney programme.

Englishman Morgan Gannon is another newcomer, taking his place in the second row, while Kayliss Fatialofa claims an interchange spot.

Webster has also named 11 reserves, who likely get a run in the latter stages.

“We’re going to put a strong side out,” he insisted. “We’re really proud that we have a lot of representation with the all-stars game.

“I think we’re the most supported in the NRL and, if you look at all those players, they’re all in contention for round one, so this gives a lot of people opportunities to step up and take their chance.”

Haizyn Mellars at Warriors training. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport

“I hope we practice things – you have emphasis on different things in a pre-season and I hope we practice that this week, but at the same time, I hope we have that balance in our game, where you still have a hard edge and we still know what our identity looks like while we’re practicing.”

Missing with the Māori team are Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Te Maire Martin, Jacob Laban and Adam Pompey, while newcomer Alofiana Khan-Pereira lines up for the Indigenous team on the wing.

Among other notables missing from action this week are co-captain Mitch Barnett and halfback Luke Metcalf (still nursing their season-ending knee injuries back to full fitness), fullback Taine Tuaupiki, centre Rocco Berry (who underwent two off-season shoulder surgeries), five-eighth Chanel Harris-Tavita and second-rower Marata Niukore.

Webster hinted he might have considered easing his veterans into the season, but the all-star absences forced his hand to bolster the line-up with the likes of Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Kurt Capewell.

“When all those fans buy their tickets and go to the game this weekend, they will be, like, ‘Wow, this is a strong team’, rather us only playing our young guys.”

The Warriors’ first line-up of the year is:

1. Geronimo Doyle, 2. Haizyn Mellars, 3. Ali Leiataua, 4. Leka Halasima, 5. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, 6. Luke Hanson, 7. Tanah Boyd, 8. Demitric Vaimauga, 9. Wayde Egan, 10. Jackson Ford, 11. Kurt Capewell, 12. Morgan Gannon, 13. Erin Clark

Interchange: 14. Sam Healey, 15. Tanner Stowers-Smith, 16. Eddie Ieremia-Toeava, 17. Kayliss Fatialofa

Englishman Morgan Gannon will line up in the second row against Manly Sea Eagles. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport

Reserves: 18. Makai Tafua, 20. Motu Pasikala, 21. Rodney Tuipulotu-Vea, 22. Jack Thompson, 23. Caelys-Paul Putoko, 24. Daeon Amituanai, 25. Sio Kali, 26. Paea Sikuvea, 27. Brandon Norris, 28. Harry Inch, 29. Harry Tauafiafi-Iutoi

Meanwhile, the Manly line-up has more of an experimental appearance, with hooker Brandon Wakeham and second-rower Corey Waddell named co-captains, and teenagers Joey Walsh and Onitoni Large combining in the halves, where club legend Daly Cherry Evans will be missing for the first time since 2011.

After 352 games for the Sea Eagles, Cherry Evans, 36, has switched to Sydney Roosters for 2026.

The Manly line-up is:

1. Blake Metcalfe, 2. Blake Wilson, 3. Clayton Faulalo, 4. Josh Feledy, 5. Navren Willett, 6. Onitoni Large, 7. Joey Walsh, 8. Sione Laiafi, 9. Brandon Wakeham, 10. Paul Bryan, 11. Jackson-Levi Shereb-Schmidt, 12. Corey Waddell, 13. Caleb Navale

Interchange: 14. Zaidas Muagututia, 15. Hugo Hart, 16. Viliami Fifita, 17. Kylan Mafoa

Reserves: 18. Tyler Melrose, 19. Andrew Johansson, 20. Benjamin Keene-O’Keefe

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February 10, 2026

Guinness Malaysia reimagines Premier League matchdays with a football-themed stay built for watching matches after midnight

Source: Media Outreach

Football Matchday Isn’t Always in a Stadium – In Malaysia, It’s at the Guinness Clubhouse

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – In Malaysia, football fans are experiencing matchday a little differently this Premier League season. With kick-offs often taking place after midnight – sometimes as late as 1am or 3am – following a match has become a late-night commitment rather than a quick night out.

Guinness Malaysia, the official beer of the Premier League, has opened its doors to Guinness Clubhouse, a first-of-its-kind football-themed stay in Kuala Lumpur

Introduced by Guinness, the official beer of the Premier League, Guinness Clubhouse is a football-themed experience created earlier this season to bring fans together around the rituals of matchday, not in a stadium or a pub, but in a shared, home-style setting designed for watching the game together when most places have closed.

Set to run through February 2026, Guinness Clubhouse reflects a broader shift in how football is experienced globally, particularly in countries where fans follow the game across time zones. Since its launch in November 2025, every weekend match night has been fully booked until February, highlighting strong demand for shared matchday experiences built around atmosphere, connection, and togetherness.

Inside Guinness Clubhouse

Set across three immersive storeys, Guinness Clubhouse brings together the worlds of football and Guinness under one roof. From hardcore fans and those cheering on their favourite teams, to friends simply looking for a good night in, every corner is designed to feel like a match night worth staying in for, with football-themed activities, bold Guinness touches, and plenty of moments built to be shared.

Guests who book a night at Guinness Clubhouse can look forward to:

Catch LIVE Premier League matches on a giant projector with surround sound recreating the atmosphere of a football stadium right in the living room. Perfect for those who live for the game.
Share a bite or two from the fully stocked kitchen and pantry, featuring Guinness-infused snacks and match-night essentials, made for the ones who come for the snacks.
Settle old scores upstairs in the Play Zone with foosball, table football, and the pool table, ideal for the friendly rivals in every group.
End the night in comfort in Guinness and football-branded bedrooms that can house up to 20 guests, complete with a starter pack featuring Guinness Draught in a Can for those who want to stay on after the final whistle.

Redefining Matchday Culture
“Match nights are more than just about the beautiful game, they’re about the people, the banter, and a pint of Guinness that bring every kind of fan together,” said Joyce Lim, Marketing Manager at Guinness Malaysia. “We created Guinness Clubhouse as a space for different kinds of fans to come together, whether they’re here for the football, the food, or just the company, all over a shared love for Guinness, making every match night a Lovely Day for a Guinness.”

More than a place to stay, Guinness Clubhouse reflects how matchday culture is evolving, particularly in football-fan cities where fans are finding new ways to come together around the game. Through immersive, communal spaces centred on live football, the experience demonstrates how shared rituals continue to shape the matchday experience.

*Items associated with Guinness Clubhouse are subject to availability; first come, first served basis, terms and conditions, and house rules as set by the organiser, sponsor, house manager, and property owner. Guinness and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only. Guinness Malaysia advocates responsible consumption and urges consumers not to drink and drive.

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February 10, 2026

NRL; NZ Warriors stars Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Kurt Capewell enter final season of contracts

Source: Radio New Zealand

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Kurt Capewell begin the final year of their current contracts with the Warriors. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport

NZ Warriors veterans Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Kurt Capewell have fended off speculation about their future with the Auckland-based club, as they prepare for the NRL season.

The 2026 campaign will begin this weekend with a pre-season hitout against Manly Sea Eagles at Napier and coach Andrew Webster confirms his two stalwarts will hit the ground running, with so many of his roster away on Māori-Indigenous All-Stars duty.

Both Tuivasa-Sheck – the club’s 2025 Simon Mannering Medal winner – and Capewell are off contract the end of this season, and this may be their last go-around at Mt Smart, although neither are giving much away.

“My head is still down in the trenches for the pre-season,” Tuivasa-Sheck, 32, insisted. “Just trying to turn up each day, each week for the grind, because everyone is so fast and I have to keep up.

“Future stuff I will get to at some stage, but I’m always putting my actions on the field and do my talking from there.”

Tuivasa-Sheck probably can’t afford to say too much about what lies in store beyond this season.

The former All Black and NZ Kiwi, now a Toa Samoa league international, has previously been connected with the rebel Rugby360 competition, which was due to begin in 2027, but has now been pushed back a year.

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Apii Nicholls were Warriors male and female players of the year in 2025. Andrew Cornaga / www.photosport.nz / Photosport Ltd 2025

The NRL threatened a 10-year ban on any player joining the exodus to the tournament, but recently backflipped, when NSW State of Origin star Zac Lomax was released from his Parramatta Eels contract, only to be caught out by the R360 postponement.

Australian Rugby League Commissioner chairman Peter V’Landys told The Daily Telegraph that the NRL would still register a new deal for Lomax for the coming season.

Tuivasa-Sheck is likely watching how all this pans out, before confirming his path forward. He has admitted R360 is an option, offering a big payday in the final years of his distinguished career, but so was an extension with the Warriors.

“I never want Roger to leave the club,” Webster said. “I think it’s similar to Tohu [Harris], Shaun Johnson… just really good dialogue between him and myself at the back end of last season.

“The season is long and he was our player of the year. If Roger has another season like that, and he wants to stay and wants to keep playing, I think it will be a no-brainer.

“At this time of year, we just let his footy do the talk. I know Roger is motivated and will do a good job.”

Capewell, 32, is in a completely different situation.

“I’ve thought about it, I just have to see how everything plays out and we’ll work it out from there,” he teased.

The Queensland Origin star has enjoyed success at almost every stop along his career, scoring a matchwinning try for Penrith Panthers in their 2021 Grand Final win over Melbourne Storm and helping Brisbane Broncos to the season climax two years later.

In his two seasons across the Tasman, the second-rower was part of a trainwreck 2024 run that failed to build on the success of the previous year, then often found himself out of position in the centres, as injuries derailed the Warriors’ hopes of a deep playoff run.

His goal for this season is straightforward..

Kurt Capewell took on a leadership role with the Warriors, after co-captain Mitch Barnett was lost to a knee injury. David Neilson/Photosport

“I want to win the comp,” he chuckled. “To be the first to do that is a chance you don’t get too often anywhere, so that’s what I want to do.”

As well as his playing ability, Capewell has taken on the role of father figure to the club’s promising brigade of back-rowers and also stepped into an unofficial leadership position, when co-captain Mitch Barnett was lost to a season-ending knee injury last season.

“I just want to do my role for the team, wherever that may be,” he said. “I want to play some of my best footy and get the wins.

“Like I said, I’m here to win a comp – that’s what my sights are set on. Obviously, there’s a lot of water to go under bridge throughout the season, but I just want to play my best footy to help the team win.”

Hopefully, if his body allows, he will bring up his 200th NRL appearance this season in a Warriors jersey.

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February 10, 2026

VinFast Officially Enters Indonesia’s E-Scooter Market, Partners with Strategic Dealers

Source: Media Outreach

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2026 – VinFast today officially announced its entry into Indonesia’s e-scooter market through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with strategic dealers in the country. The milestone marks a significant step in VinFast’s international expansion of its electric two-wheeler business and reaffirms the Company’s long-term commitment to one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most dynamic motorcycle markets.

VinFast signed strategic MoUs with its first e-scooter partners in Indonesia.

Accordingly, VinFast has signed strategic MoUs with its first partners in Indonesia, including K3, Citra Abadi Sedaya, PT Bevos Auto Mandiri, PT Sapta Jaya, MotorArt, PT Sinergies Dua Kawan, and PT HINU. These partners have long-standing experience in the distribution of automobiles and motorcycles, strong professional operational capabilities, deep market understanding, and the ability to rapidly deploy operations in line with VinFast’s standards.

VinFast will begin rolling out its distribution network in the Jabodetabek area — Indonesia’s largest economic and urban center — from the second quarter of 2026, with plans to expand to other regions nationwide.

In Indonesia, VinFast plans to introduce a portfolio of battery-swapping e-scooters, including VinFast Evo, VinFast Feliz II, VinFast Flazz and VinFast Viper, alongside additional new models to be launched in due course. The product lineup has been carefully engineered and calibrated to suit Indonesia’s tropical climate, dense urban traffic conditions, and everyday commuting patterns.

Throughout 2026, VinFast aims to further expand its footprint to hundreds of authorized dealerships and service workshops nationwide. The Company’s development strategy in Indonesia is designed as an integrated ecosystem, combining retail and after-sales networks, financing solutions, charging and battery-swapping infrastructure through cooperation with V-Green, and partnerships with leading financial institutions.

Prior to this announcement, VinFast had unveiled its strategy to internationalize its electric two-wheeler business and signed agreements with dealers in the Philippines. According to its roadmap, the Company will accelerate expansion across five priority markets in 2026, namely the Philippines, Indonesia, India, Thailand, and Malaysia. These countries represent high-growth economies with substantial urban mobility demand and a clear transition toward sustainable transportation solutions.

Ms. Vo Thi Cam Tu, Managing Director of VinFast E-Scooters Overseas Market, stated: “Indonesia is a strategic market in VinFast’s global e-scooter expansion journey. Partnering with leading local dealers underscores our partners’ confidence in VinFast’s product quality, service standards, flexible battery-swapping model, and long-term vision. We are committed to accompanying Indonesian consumers on their transition toward a greener, smarter, and more sustainable future of mobility.”

Indonesia stands among the world’s largest motorcycle markets, characterized by rapid urbanization, high population density in major cities, and increasing policy and consumer momentum toward environmentally friendly transportation. These structural factors create substantial headroom for the growth of the e-scooter segment. Indonesian dealers have expressed strong confidence in VinFast’s long-term potential in the country, citing its comprehensive green mobility ecosystem, large-scale manufacturing capabilities, and proven ability to execute swiftly across multiple international markets.

After two years of presence in Indonesia, VinFast has introduced a broad range of electric vehicles, from electric SUVs to models optimized for transportation services, and has commenced operations at its Subang facility. Concurrently, the Company has expanded its integrated ecosystem, including dealership and after-sales networks, charging infrastructure in collaboration with V-Green, and partnerships with leading banks and financial institutions. Through pioneering and customer-centric policies, VinFast continues to lower barriers to EV adoption and enable Indonesian consumers to participate in the global green mobility revolution.

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February 10, 2026

Rugby prodigy ready to prove the hype

Source: Radio New Zealand

Rico Simpson of Auckland during the 2025 NPC at Eden Park. Photosport

Rico Simpson is no stranger to expectation.

The schoolboy prodigy has been long tipped as the next star off the New Zealand rugby conveyor belt.

Now in his first, full-time Super Rugby season, Simpson is looking to become a household name and fill the boots of one of the world’s best.

After a year spent in the wider squad, Simpson said he feels more comfortable now both in the team and with the hype surrounding him.

“I think I took a lot of it as I went along the way, guys in similar positions I got to be alongside, I think it’s always going to be part of the game. You’re always going to have those expectations and pressures from fans, coaches. It’s kind of been a part of me since probably year 13.”

With Beauden Barrett sitting the first few weeks of Super Rugby out, the door is open for Simpson.

Rico Simpson of New Zealand is tackled by Finn Treacy of Ireland during the 2024 World Rugby U20 Championship 3rd/4th playoff between Ireland and Zealand at Cape Town Stadium in South Africa on 19 July 2024. Photosport

“Last year I got to just get a taste of it and now I think there is probably expectations of me to be playing good enough footy to get a crack. And with Beaudy out, it might be potential there, but I’m just here to just keep learning developing as a player.”

Simpson said the 145-test All Black has been an integral part of his assimilation at the Blues.

“He has been really helpful, keeping in contact with me and making sure I’m clear on everything and just helping me out with the nitty gritty parts of the game, which is really cool to see. I think he’s obviously had a lot of years playing high level rugby, so it’s good to just hear the little details that he likes to use and implement in his game.”

Simpson is not new to the high performance environment, spending two years with the New Zealand Under 20’s, playing in last year’s championship final against the Junior Springboks.

“It’s been a lot easier of a transition for me. I’m fully immersed in the squad now, on the development contracts, you’re in and out of the Blues and the Under 20s, so I think being in one place and really just nailing the parts of your game you want to get right has probably the best thing for me.”

Simpson converts a penalty during the at the 2024 World Rugby U20 Championship game between Wales and New Zealand in 2024. Photosport

Pulling on the Blues jersey was always an ambition for the Aucklander.

“Growing up in Auckland, born here, raised, went to school here, it’s always been a dream. I’ve always looked at the Blues and wanted to be a part of that.”

He grew up idolising the likes of Stephen Perofeta and Barrett, men he now calls teammates.

“When I first came in, it was a pretty surreal moment, to see those guys on TV and then be training alongside them. So as a young fella, it’s good to get alongside those guys and chew heaps of fat around the game and I think you get to learn a lot.”

Simpson was a key cog in Sacred Heart’s first XV where he spent three years and helped guide them to an historic 1A victory in 2023, the school’s first title in 65 years.

“I got to do it alongside my brother, which is also another cool thing. Sacred will always be part of me and I think that really developed me as a player and it got me to where I am today.”

Simpson celebrates with team mates at the final whistle in the First XV Schools Rugby Union 1A Final. Photosport

Simpson’s siblings and fellow Sacred Heart stars Keanu and Cruiz are also on a trajectory for higher honours, with Rico hoping they can all run out together on Eden Park one day.

“Yeah, one day, the three Simpson boys in the Blues, that’s the plan.”

His success at Sacred caught the eye of national selectors who handed Simpson the coveted number 10 jersey for the U20’s side, the same one worn by fellow Blues Barrett and Perofeta.

“International level was always a step ahead of everything, and I think it really helped me learn different parts of the game that I probably didn’t quite get it at school level and regional stuff.”

For Simpson, it was the first of many black jerseys he hopes to wear.

“I think as a Kiwi kid playing footy, that’s (the All Blacks) always the end goal and it’s always been a dream of mine.”

Standing at 6ft 5in, Simpson is an imposing presence in the backline.

Sacred Heart first five-eighth Rico Simpson scores a try during the Saint Kentigern College vs Sacred Heart College First XV Schools Rugby Union 1A Final in 2023. Photosport

“I’ve always prided myself on my kicking game and I think along the years my running game has started to develop and that’s something I want to keep working on. Obviously as a taller fella, taking the line on and offloading has always been a strength of mine, so those two things are probably something that I always hang my hat on.”

Simpson said that despite a tough 2025, the Blues have full belief they can replicate their 2024 title run, and send coach vern Cotter off in winning style.

“We always believe we can do that. The boys are really switched on and ready to go, we are ready to rip into the year and there’s a lot of confidence, a younger squad, but we’ve still got that confidence that we can go all the way.”

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February 10, 2026

Police on the scent of shoplifter

Source: New Zealand Police

A teenager faces court after failing to give Police the slip after a shoplifting in Te Atatū Peninsula.

Police responded to a dairy on Te Atatū Road just after 8pm on Monday night.

“Two males had entered the dairy, when one allegedly reached over the counter and grabbed a range of vape products,” acting Inspector Nick Salter, Waitematā West Area Prevention Manager, says.

“When challenged by the employee, this young male has managed to get passed and out the front door, fleeing on foot.”

Police units attended the business and reviewed CCTV footage of the offending.

Acting Inspector Salter says a Police dog handler was deployed in the area and were quickly on the scent.

“The Police dog eventually tracked to an address on Imelda Road, where two teenage males were located.

“A packaged vape was also located discarded in the nearby area.”

Following enquiries, a 16-year-old male was arrested and has since been charged with shoplifting.

He will be appearing in the Waitākere Youth Court today.

The second male, a 13-year-old, was transported home.

“It’s a great result by all our frontline staff responding yesterday evening,” acting Inspector Salter says.

“This young man is being held to account for his actions and in the process, we have managed to recover all the stolen property.”

ENDS.

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February 10, 2026

Watch: ‘Really special’ – team mates perform haka following Zoi Sadowski-Synnott’s medal win

Source: Radio New Zealand

Olympic medallist Zoi Sadowski-Synnott was honoured by her team mates with a haka following her silver medal win in the Big Air event at the Winter Olympics in Italy.

It was a record third medal in the event for Sadowski-Synott, who took silver in Beijing in 2022 and bronze in Pyeongchang in 2018.

“I went and saw my family, and then I turned around and the whole team was performing a haka for me,” she said. “It was really special and meant a lot to me.”

Sadowski-Synnott described the final is hugely inspiring.

“That was incredible! It was such a high level of snowboarding, and to see the progression over the last four years and see what it takes to get on the podium now, I couldn’t be more inspired,” she said.

“I’m just really grateful to be a part of it. It’s amazing seeing all these girls from all over the world who are really passionate about snowboarding doing so well.”

Team mates perform a haka in Zoi Sadowski-Synnott’s honour. Screenshot/Sky

Sadowski-Synott went into the final as the top qualifier, but a disappointing first run put the pressure on her for the rest of the competition.

She was in tenth place after the first run when she failed to stick her landing and only managed a score of 27.75, with Japan’s Kokomo Murase leading the way with a score of 89.75.

With the best two scores from the three runs counting, Sadowski-Synott needed to pull out something special to salvage her competition.

The 24-year-old completed a backside triple-cork 1440 in her second run to score 88.75 and improved to eighth, while Korean Seungeun took the lead from Murase.

The Kiwi dropped in fifth in the final run, needing another high-scoring jump and responded with a switch backside 1260, which scored 83.50 and took her to the top of the scoreboard.

She held that position until the last two competitors, with Murase finishing on 179 points compared to Sadowski-Synott’s 172.25.

Sadowski-Synnott will defend her Slopestyle title next week.

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February 10, 2026

Former Silver Ferns’ assistant Deb Fuller to coach Malawi Queens

Source: Radio New Zealand

Dame Noeline Taurua and her assistant Debbie Fuller (right). PHOTOSPORT

Dame Noeline Taurua’s coaching bench will have a new look to it at the Commonwealth Games with long-time Silver Ferns assistant Deb Fuller to coach the Malawi Queens.

Fuller has been appointed as the new High Performance Netball Consultant for the Malawi Queens on a one year contract.

In an announcement on its website the Netball Association of Malawi (NAM) said Fuller brought a wealth of international expertise to support the team’s preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games and the 2026 Africa Netball Cup.

“A highly respected figure in the global netball community, Debbie is a former elite player and an accomplished coach with over 25 years of experience in the sport. She has served as Assistant Coach for the New Zealand Silver Ferns from 2018 to 2025, contributing to significant international successes.”

“We are grateful to Jane Patterson, Interim CEO of Netball New Zealand, for allowing Debbie to support NAM in this endeavour, and for understanding our efforts in strengthening our high-performance and organizational capability under a new management structure. Netball New Zealand views this as a positive opportunity and one that aligns with its broader objectives of supporting global netball relationships.”

Fuller told RNZ her contract with Netball NZ ended in December and a friend in England connected her to the role.

“Netball NZ and Noel’s [Silver Fern coach] have been super supportive of the opportunity to work with Malawi Netball, it has been in discussion since late November last year,” Fuller said.

NAM president Vitumbiko Gubuduza said they were confident that Fuller’s strategic, athlete-centred approach will inspire players and help unlock the full potential of the Queens’ squad while training the next generation of coaches.

As head coach, Fuller will interview and select her management team, including an assistant coach and manager, who she will lead during her contract.

Patterson was announced interim CEO in mid January, following the resignation of Jennie Wyllie in December after what was a disastrous year for the national body.

Silver Ferns head coach Dame Noeline Taurua with Ameliaranne Ekenasio (L) and assistant coach Deb Fuller (R), in 2023. Andrew Cornaga / Photosport

In September, Silver Ferns’ coach Dame Noeline Taurua and her coaching team were suspended, over concerns about the high performance environment, sparked by complaints from some of the players.

Dame Noeline was later reinstated, with Netball NZ saying the two parties had agreed to embed changes to the Silver Ferns’ programme and environment.

It wasn’t clear what would happen to her long-time assistant coach Deb Fuller, or specialist coach Briony Akle.

In early January, Stephen Hotter resigned from his role as head of High Performance, which he had held since the start of 2023.

In mid January, Netball NZ also announced Chelsea Lane’s appointment as Head of Performance – Silver Ferns.

Netball NZ said Lane would help to “assemble the team that will take the programme forward” and strengthen leadership within the Silver Ferns’ high performance programme.

Fuller was re-appointed Silver Ferns’ assistant coach in 2024, a few months after Taurua reapplied and was re-appointed.

Like Taurua, Fuller went through an interview process and was up against other candidates.

In 2019 the pair pulled off a remarkable victory at the World Cup in Liverpool.

During their partnership, the duo also enjoyed two Constellation Cup victories over rivals Australia and a bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Malawi, who are currently ranked eighth in the world, have been ranked as high at fifth.

Fuller is due to arrive in the country on 21 February for a training block with the Malawi Queens.

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February 10, 2026

Watch: Zoi Sadowski-Synnott wins silver in snowboarding big air final

Source: Radio New Zealand

New Zealand snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has grabbed the silver medal in the Big Air event at the Winter Olympics in Italy, matching her result from four years ago.

Kokomo Murase of Japan won the gold medal, with Seungeun Yu of South Korea taking bronze.

It is a record third medal in the event for Sadowski-Synott, who took silver in Beijing in 2022 and bronze in Pyeongchang in 2018.

Silver medallist New Zealand’s Zoi Sadowski Synnott poses on the podium after the snowboard women’s big air final during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. AFP/KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV

Sadowski-Synott went into the final as the top qualifier, but a disappointing first run put the pressure on her for the rest of the competition.

She admitted there was a lot of tension today.

“I’ve never been so nervous for a competition before,” she told Sky Sport.

“Scary tricks and putting them down when it matters is really hard and I’m just really grateful that I was able to put it down.”

She was in tenth place after the first run when she failed to stick her landing and only managed a score of 27.75, with Japan’s Kokomo Murase leading the way with a score of 89.75.

Sadowski-Synnott said she did take a bit of a risk attempting her first run.

“I gave the back-triple a go in practice, but I didn’t land it and going into that first run, I was pretty nervous and you feel like you can’t even walk and so not landing it definitely calmed my nerves a bit.

“[I knew] that was kind of the worst thing that can happen and I’m just really stoked to put my second and third runs down.”

(From L) Silver medallist New Zealand’s Zoi Sadowski Synnott, gold medallist Japan’s Kokomo Murase and bronze medallist South Korea’s Yu Seungeun pose on the podium after the snowboard women’s big air final during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. AFP/JEFF PACHOUD

With the best two scores from the three runs counting, Sadowski-Synott needed to pull out something special to salvage her competition.

The 24-year-old completed a backside triple-cork 1440 in her second run to score 88.75 and improve to eighth, while Korean Seungeun took the lead from Murase.

The Kiwi dropped in fifth in the final run, needing another high-scoring jump and responded with a switch backside 1260 which scored 83.50 and took her to the top of the score board.

She held that position until the last two competitors, with Murase finishing on 179 points compared to Sadowski-Synott’s 172.25.

Team NZ perform haka for Zoi Sadowski-Synnott after silver medal win. Screenshot/Sky

“So stoked, I can’t even explain it. After I got my score, I just ran over to my family and gave them a big hug and there were some tears.

“I knew it [the top score] was probably not going to hold, but to end up with the silver… I’m just so happy.”

Sadowski-Synnott will defend her Slopestyle title next week.

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February 10, 2026

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott wins silver in snowboarding big air final

Source: Radio New Zealand

Zoi Sadowski Synnott at the 2026 Winter Olympics. ULRIK PEDERSEN / AFP

New Zealand snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has grabbed the silver medal in the Big Air event at the Winter Olympics in Italy, matching her result from four years ago.

Kokomo Murase, of Japan, won the gold medal, with Seungeun Yu of South Korea taking bronze.