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Why Zelenskyy slammed Trump’s Russian diesel deal after deadly strikes on Ukraine

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Russia launched strikes on Ukrainian cities, including an attack on residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia that killed 15 people, including three children, a day after US President Donald Trump agreed to help Russian diesel fuel reach global markets following a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Bloomberg reported.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the strikes as Russia’s way of “saying thank you” for the easing of restrictions on diesel exports. In a social media post on Saturday, he criticised the US decision, arguing that it would give Moscow additional revenue to sustain its war against Ukraine.

Trump said on Friday that increasing Russian diesel supplies to global markets would help lower fuel costs for American farmers, ranchers and truckers, key voting blocs ahead of next month’s US midterm elections.

The Russian strikes extended beyond Zaporizhzhia. Russian forces launched 160 drones at Ukraine overnight, according to Ukraine’s Air Force Command. Ukrainian forces intercepted most of them, but some drones breached air defences and hit targets across 14 settlements, the command said.

Russian attacks also caused widespread power outages in Kyiv and the surrounding region on Saturday, energy company DTEK said. Water supplies in parts of the capital were also disrupted after a Russian strike hit an energy facility near Kyiv, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said, without identifying the site.

Zelenskyy said the US decision to facilitate Russian diesel exports was a mistake that would help finance Moscow’s military campaign.

“It only feeds Putin and gives him the ability to fight even more,” he said in audio comments sent to reporters via WhatsApp on Friday evening.

Diesel deal comes amid Ukraine peace talks

Trump’s agreement with Putin came as Ukrainian negotiators were in Florida for peace talks. Zelenskyy said the discussions could consider a potential ceasefire on attacks against energy infrastructure as a first step towards ending the war.

However, he questioned whether Ukraine’s participation in the negotiations was being used to create an impression of progress while Washington pursued its own discussions with Moscow.

“I believe our team is simply being used as a smokescreen,” Zelenskyy said. “And that is certainly not fair. It is certainly not how partners should treat each other.”

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Schneider Electric to buy US software firm PTC in $22.6 billion deal

Schneider Electric to buy US software firm PTC in $22.6 billion deal

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France’s Schneider Electric struck its biggest deal ever on Monday, agreeing to buy US software company PTC for around $22.6 billion as it builds up its data centre business amid booming demand.

However, the French engineering company’s shares fell nearly 10% in early Paris trading as investors weighed the size of the acquisition, the big premium offered for the shares and the outlook for software companies’ valuations amid AI-related market uncertainty.

Up to Friday’s close, Schneider’s shares were up 29%​ year-to-date, before Monday’s losses wiped off close to €15 billion ($17 billion) from its market capitalisation.

“AI disruption fears are still weighing on software valuations, which allows acquiring PTC at a decade low valuation but could still weigh on Schneider post deal,” Jefferies said in a note to investors.

Berenberg analyst Nay Soe Naing told Reuters the deal presented a healthy valuation amid a compressed valuation environment and challenging investor sentiment across the software space.

PTC shares jumped 34.4% in US premarket trading.

BACKBONE OF DATA CENTRE BUILD-UP

Schneider, once known primarily for industrial components like fuses and circuit breakers, now builds the backbone of data centres, supplying everything from cooling units and server racks to critical power distribution equipment.

The PTC acquisition would expand its industrial software and AI business by adding the Boston-based company’s product-design and lifecycle-management software to its offering.

Schneider CEO Olivier Blum told investors that PTC’s engineering and design data would strengthen Schneider’s ability to deploy AI across customers’ industrial operations.

“Data is becoming a very critical layer” for extracting value from AI, as the technology requires closer links between data and the software used to contextualise it, Blum said in the conference call.

The combination would lift Schneider’s software-as-a-service revenue to about 24% of group total, accelerating its push beyond electrical equipment and automation into higher-growth, recurring-revenue software, he added.

Booming demand for data centres, particularly from the US, is driving Schneider’s earnings, offering a growing source of revenue that is helping it offset weakness in some traditional electrical-equipment markets.

PTC, which provides software solutions for designing, manufacturing and servicing products across multiple sectors, has also benefited from growing demand for its AI-powered tools.

Monday’s deal follows Schneider’s June agreement to buy Cognite Holding, a privately held provider of AI software and industrial data.

DEAL DETAILS

The transaction would be Schneider’s largest-ever acquisition and one of the biggest in Europe this year, according to LSEG data.

It would be financed through an issuance of new shares worth €5 billion to €6 billion under an existing shareholder authorisation, and new debt of €16 billion to €17 billion.

The $205-per-share offer implies an enterprise value of $23.7 billion for PTC and represents a 42.3% premium to its last closing price.

France’s third-highest-valued listed company expects the deal to generate €250 million in annual run-rate cost savings by the third year after closing, alongside about €800 million in revenue synergies.

The acquisition is expected to close by the third quarter of 2027, subject to approvals from PTC shareholders and regulators.

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Clarins fans are racing to David Jones for this luxe free gift deal when you spend $120

Clarins fans are racing to David Jones for this luxe free gift deal when you spend $120

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Luxury skincare fans know that a good beauty buy becomes even better when there is a generous gift with purchase attached.

Right now, cult French beauty brand Clarins has launched a limited-time promotion at David Jones that is giving shoppers every reason to refresh their beauty cabinets.

The deal is simple and surprisingly generous.

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Spend $120 or more on Clarins products and you can choose between a Restoring or Firming skincare gift. Spend $220 or more and the offer gets even better, with an additional four-piece beauty gift included.

For anyone already loyal to Clarins’ skincare classics, it is the perfect excuse to stock up on everyday staples while walking away with a little extra luxury.

Clarins has long been known for its plant-powered formulas and spa-inspired skincare rituals.

Clarins has launched a limited time free gift promotion at David Jones for beauty lovers. Credit: Instagram

The brand’s hero products are designed to deliver glowing skin with ingredients sourced from botanicals around the world, and the current lineup available at David Jones includes everything from cult serums to hydrating body care.

Several value sets are currently reduced by around 20 per cent, making the offer even more tempting.

The Honey Glow Lips Petite set, now $52.80 (was $66), is ideal for anyone obsessed with glossy, hydrated lips.

The Mini Makeup Trio, now $39.20 (was $49), is another clever pick for travel bags or everyday makeup routines.

Skincare fans looking to reset their routine may want to look at the My Cleansing Essentials collections, available for different skin types, including normal to dry, combination to oily and all skin types.

These sets are now priced around $68 to $70.40, down from $85 to $88, offering an easy way to build a simple cleansing ritual.

Body care lovers are also covered. The Body Hydration Holiday Collection, now $68 (was $85), brings together hydrating essentials designed to leave skin soft, smooth and lightly scented.

Value gift sets and skincare staples make it easy to reach the Clarins gift with purchase threshold. Credit: Instagram

Meanwhile, the Tonic Ritual Holiday Collection is now $90.40 (was $113), offering a spa-style body routine at home.

Makeup fans have plenty of options, too.

The Fix Make-Up Summer Edition, now $41.60 (was $52), is a lightweight setting spray designed to keep makeup fresh throughout long days.

The brand’s popular Lip Comfort Oil and Water Lip Stain also remain beauty bag favourites for sheer colour with a nourishing finish.

The Honey Glow Lips Petite set is now discounted, making it an easy add to your beauty basket. Credit: David Jones

For those wanting to splurge, Clarins’ premium skincare remains front and centre.

The iconic Double Serum, priced at $250 for the 75mL bottle, continues to be one of the brand’s most talked about products thanks to its dual-phase formula that targets visible signs of ageing.

Pairing a hero serum like this with a few smaller items is an easy way to reach the $220 spend threshold and unlock the extra bonus gift.

New launches are also part of the lineup, including the Double Serum Foundation, a hybrid foundation designed to combine skincare benefits with natural coverage, as well as the Bright Plus Advanced Treatment Essence and Milky Emulsion, both designed to promote brighter, more radiant-looking skin.

Clarins shoppers can score luxury skincare gifts at David Jones when they spend $120 or more on the cult French beauty brand. Credit: Instagram

Between the discounted value sets and the generous gift with purchase offer, the current Clarins promotion at David Jones feels like it just makes financial sense.

A few carefully chosen essentials can easily push your total past the spending threshold, leaving you with a luxury skincare routine and a beauty bonus to match.

For beauty lovers who enjoy the ritual of high-quality skincare, this is exactly the kind of deal that makes a routine top-up feel a little more indulgent.

7 Clairns products worth shopping for

  1. Honey Glow Lips Petite, was $66, now $52.80
  2. Eau Dynamisante Holiday Collection Value Gift Set, was $82, now $65.60
  3. My Cleansing Essentials – Normal to Dry Skin, was $85, now $68
  4. Body Hydration Holiday Collection Value Gift Set, was $85, now $68
  5. Fix Make-Up Summer Edition 50ml, was $52, now $41.60
  6. Tonic Ritual Holiday Collection Value Gift Set, was $113, now $90.40
  7. My Cleansing Essentials – All Skin Types, was $88, now $70.40

Bonus: Spend $220 or more on Clarins to receive an additional 4-piece beauty gift on top of the Restoring or Firming gift.

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COSRX Presents Peptides, Snail Mucin and PDRN as Key Skincare Solutions for Amazon Spring Deal Days

COSRX Presents Peptides, Snail Mucin and PDRN as Key Skincare Solutions for Amazon Spring Deal Days

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LONDON, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Amazon’s Spring Deal Days 2026 (March 10-16) arrives as one of the first major beauty shopping events of the year. This season, dermatologist-loved skincare brand COSRX joins the event with a curated lineup built around some of the most searched skincare ingredients today – Peptides, Snail mucin, and PDRN technology.

If your usual skincare routine doesn’t seem to be working as well as it used to, COSRX suggests looking at ingredient-led solutions tailored to different skin concerns.

  • (UP TO 31%) Want Plumper, Glowier Skin? Try a Peptide Routine
    Peptides continue to gain traction across the skincare market for their ability to support collagen production, elasticity, and skin resilience, becoming one of the most talked-about ingredients in modern skincare. Within this trend, COSRX has emerged as a leading peptide skincare brand in K-beauty, highlighted by its Peptide Trio routine designed to help create the smooth, radiant finish associated with the glass skin look.
    The routine begins with The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum, a first-step peptide booster designed to enhance the absorption and performance of the skincare that follows. It is paired with The Peptide Collagen Hydrogel Eye Patch, infused with caffeine and collagen to help reduce the appearance of puffiness, wrinkles, and fine lines, and completed with The Peptide Collagen Lifting Glow Hydrogel Mask, delivering intensive care to leave skin looking smoother and more luminous.
  • (UP TO 49%) The Iconic K-Beauty Glass Skin Routine: Snail Mucin
    For those looking to calm and replenish dehydrated or stressed skin, COSRX’s Advanced Snail line remains one of the most iconic routines in K-beauty. Powered by snail mucin, the range focuses on soothing care while delivering deep hydration to help maintain soft, balanced skin.
    The routine features the Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence, formulated with 96% snail secretion filtrate to replenish moisture while improving the appearance of skin texture. It is followed by the Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream, a lightweight moisturizer designed to lock in hydration and support the skin barrier.
    Together, the duo forms a simple routine focused on soothing care and lasting hydration.

Extra Steps to Elevate Your Routine
For those looking to complement their core skincare routine with targeted treatments, COSRX introduces additional steps designed to enhance overall skin performance. Among them is PDRN, a trending ingredient that has recently gained global attention for its role in supporting skin regeneration and vitality. The PDRN EXOSOME Skinplaning Glaze Mask works as a special care treatment – a peel-off hydrogel mask designed to smooth and revitalize the skin for a glazed-looking finish.

The brand also expands its hydrogel mask lineup with the 5 PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Vital Hydrating Hydrogel Mask, joining COSRX’s growing family of hydrogel masks – including Peptide, Alpha-Arbutin and Snail Mucin lines – designed to address different skin concerns within a weekly routine.

As temperatures rise, daily sun protection becomes essential. COSRX’s Ultra-Light Invisible Sunscreen SPF50 PA++++ provides broad-spectrum UV protection with a lightweight finish that layers seamlessly under makeup – an easy addition to any summer skincare routine.

About COSRX
Founded in 2013, COSRX is a global skincare brand known for its “essentials-only” approach: highly effective ingredients, concentrated formulas, and affordable prices. Trusted by millions worldwide and powered by social media virality, COSRX has grown into one of the most influential K-beauty brands across skincare and haircare. Discover COSRX on Amazon. COSRX is also on Instagram + TikTok.

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5 Skincare Tips To Help You Deal With Malaysia's Heat & Humidity

5 Skincare Tips To Help You Deal With Malaysia’s Heat & Humidity

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Humidity, or the quantity of moisture in the air – especially here in Malaysia’s tropical climate, can have an impact on your skin in both positive and negative ways. It affects your skin in a variety of ways, including moisture, oiliness, acne and breakouts, sensitivity, fungal infections, eczema and psoriasis, and heat rash.

If the weather is wreaking havoc on your skin lately, worry not! Here’s a nifty guide on keeping your skin cool and calm while preventing heat-induced breakouts:

 

Hydrate inside and out

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Hydration is something everyone should be taking seriously. Remember, drinking water will nourish your skin, while also helping to flush out unwanted toxins, and improving skin texture.

Outside of drinking plenty of water, you can also use certain skincare products to add more moisture back to your skin directly. For starters, use a lightweight gel/water-based moisturiser that absorbs quickly, and don’t forget to layer on sunscreen right after!

Calm it with a sheet mask

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One of our favourite ways to literally cool down on a hot day is to pop a sheet mask into the fridge. Nothing is more refreshing than some iced tea and a cooling sheet mask during a heat wave. Cooling down your face aids in diminishing inflammation and puffiness, and has anti-aging benefits. 

Look out for skin-loving ingredients

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Keep an eye out for skin-calming ingredients that won’t aggravate it further and to help prevent redness and inflammation. We like active ingredients such as Centella asiatica (or tiger grass), chamomile, colloidal oatmeal (especially great for dry and sensitive skin types), liquorice root, panthenol and aloe vera.

Slough off dead skin cells

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Exfoliating twice a week is the right balance for your skin. Use a gentle exfoliator or chemical exfoliants like AHAs or BHAs to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores, and keep your skin smooth and clear. However, you also wouldn’t want to over-exfoliate as it strips away all of your skin’s natural oils and can cause irritation or sensitivity.

Keep it natural

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When it’s super humid out, the last thing your skin needs is layers of skincare products or heavy-duty makeup. Instead, wear minimal makeup or use lightweight, oil-free, and non-comedogenic products. Don’t forget to remove your makeup before going to bed so that your skin can breathe and regenerate during the night.

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