Newsletter: Global Glove Makers Join the Largest-Ever International Rubber Glove Showcase to be Held in Kuala Lumpur

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The 12th International Rubber Glove Conference and Exhibition (12th IRGCE 2026) theme “Synergising Innovations: Redefine the Future of the Glove Ecosystem.” has already reached a historic milestone. A record-breaking 600 booths have been taken up by exhibitors from 15 regions including Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, China, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and others, making it the largest IRGCE ever organised since its inception in 2002. The event is expected to attract more than 1,000 conference delegates and over 10,000 visitors from more than 70 countries.

Newsletter: Dads behind the network

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In telco and tech, speed and innovation often define success. But for the executives behind PLDT and Smart Communications, leadership is anchored in something more enduring: the lessons learned from their fathers.

Newsletter: Globe and Disney Treat Student Leaders To Toy Story 5 Simultaneous Nationwide Screenings

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Connections take center stage as Globe and Disney gather campus leaders for simultaneous Toy Story 5 screenings nationwide. 

Student leaders from all over the Philippines gathered on June 20 as Globe and Disney staged Toy Story 5 simultaneous screenings in Clark, Bonifacio Global City, Dasmariñas, and Cebu City. The special treat brought together young changemakers, campus org leaders, and fans for a shared experience on connection, collaboration, and community.

Newsletter: Barbie's Cradle turns existential crisis into indie pop brilliance on new single “Emergency”

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After retreating from the spotlight for more than two decades, Barbie’s Cradle returns with creative confidence and renewal in “Emergency,” their first single since 2003.

Newsletter: Japan Travel: povo Expands Data Oasis to 83 Stations for Japan SIM Users Collaborated with Welcome Suica Mobile

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KDDI Corporation (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiromichi Matsuda; hereinafter “KDDI”) and East Japan Railway Company (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yoichi Kise; hereinafter “JR East”) announced that, from June 9, 2026, the number of stations eligible for the “povo Data Oasis” service for users of the inbound overseas travelers eSIM service Japan SIM will be expanded. As a result, data top-ups will be available at a total of 83 stations, primarily within JR East service areas.

Newsletter: Filipino music goes global: ALYSON, PLAYERTWO, and Novocrane land spots at AXEAN Festival 2026

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Fast-rising Filipino artists ALYSON, PLAYERTWO, and Novocrane are set to represent the country at AXEAN Festival 2026, Southeast Asia’s premier music showcase and conference platform, happening on August 29-30, 2026, at Jimbaran Hub in Bali, Indonesia.

Newsletter: Aurora Ventures Targets Funding Gaps for Women Founders in the Philippines and Emerging Markets

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Aurora Ventures launches with backing from inDrive – a global mobility and delivery platform scaled to unicorn status across the same emerging markets the program is investing in – for its 2026 pilot year. 

Newsletter: Gab Cabangon revisits his band roots in angst-fueled track “Ikot Ulit”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Gab Cabangon channels frustration and unresolved anger in “Ikot Ulit,” the third official single off his highly anticipated debut EP to be released this year. Described as his 'paasa' anthem and 'galitcore' track, the pop-rock tune comes from a place of personal uncertainty and professional setbacks, confronting the experience of repeatedly facing broken promises with both grit and emotional exhaustion.

Newsletter: 2nd Food Show South Africa Returns Co-located with Food Pack & Process from July 22, 2026 at Johannesburg

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Following the successful debut edition in 2025, Astrovison Global FZCO is pleased to announce the return of the 2nd Food Show South Africa, co-located with Food Pack & Process, scheduled to take place from 22–24 July 2026 at Hall No. 1, Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa.

Newsletter: Make more of your summer with Emirates

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Emirates is kickstarting the summer holidays with exclusive offers for passengers travelling to or through Dubai. From complimentary stays at the iconic JW Marriott Marquis*, to hundreds of discounts through the popular My Emirates Pass, travellers can enjoy even more value while exploring the city, whether visiting for a longer getaway or a short stopover. 

Newsletter: Lessons from the Ground: Building More Resilient Communities

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After three years of strengthening emergency communications in some of the country's most disaster-prone communities, PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), alongside the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF), marked the culmination of Project REACHED (Resilient Emergency Communications for Enhanced Disaster Response), a program that has helped enhance local disaster preparedness and response capabilities.

Newsletter: SB19’s justin expands his creative horizons with “dahon”

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SB19’s justin continues to diversify his artistic expression with the release of his new single, “dahon,” out now via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: Jean Henri Lhuillier through the San Marino Consulate and LINKS Ph Turn a New Page in Literacy with the 30th Hooked on Books Library

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A new chapter in literacy and learning unfolds as Jean Henri Lhuillier, through the Consulate General of the Republic of San Marino–Philippines, joined LINKS Philippines in opening the JHL-RSM Library, the 30th installation of the Hooked on Books (HOB) program at Graciano Lopez Jaena Elementary School in Sampaloc, Manila.

Newsletter: Consumers question whether NEA ratings reflect actual electric cooperative performance

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Partners for Affordable and Reliable Energy (PARE) called on the National Electrification Administration (NEA) to review its electric cooperative performance evaluation system, saying it does not reflect the service consumers experience in their communities.

Newsletter: More Indonesian Parents Are Introducing Foreign Languages Early—What Does This Mean for Child Development?

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In an increasingly interconnected world, more parents in Indonesia are beginning to introduce foreign languages to their children from an early age. Beyond being viewed as a valuable communication skill for the future, language learning is increasingly associated with benefits for children's cognitive development, ranging from memory enhancement to greater cognitive flexibility.