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18 May 2026

Newsletter: Ben&Ben continues winning streak with “Autumn (Reimagined)”

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Following the commercial success of “Lifetime (Reimagined),” which peaked at No. 1 on both the Official Philippines Chart and Billboard Philippines Hot 100, Ben&Ben returns with “Autumn (Reimagined),” a vital reworking of their beloved 2023 original.

17 May 2026

Newsletter: SOLAR & STORAGE LIVE PHILIPPINES 2026 MARKS ITS 12TH EDITION AS THE COUNTRY’S DEFINITIVE ENERGY MARKETPLACE

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The Philippines’ energy market comes together once again as Solar & Storage Live Philippines 2026 returns to Manila’s SMX Convention Center on 19-20 May 2026. As the country’s largest clean energy event, this free-to-attend exhibition and conference will welcome over 18,000 energy professionals, alongside 350+ sponsors and exhibitors and 150+ speakers across the solar, energy storage, and wider power ecosystem.

Newsletter: Emirates is reconnecting the world through Dubai with 96% of its global network restored

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Emirates is marking a near-full return to operations, with 96% of its global network now restored, following a period of disruption. In the past weeks, the airline has progressively resumed services across the Americas, Europe, Africa, West Asia, the Middle East/GCC, the Far East and Australasia.

16 May 2026

Newsletter: Globe AT HOME Amplifies Home Connectivity with Free WiFi 6 Modem Upgrade and Speed Boosts Up to 1Gbps

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As Filipino households continue to face the challenges of rising expenses and the ongoing energy crisis, Globe AT HOME is stepping up to ease the burden by making remote work, learning, and everyday digital living more efficient and sustainable. By proactively rewarding loyal customers with complimentary speed boosts of up to 1 Gbps, Globe AT HOME empowers families to balance work, school, and leisure at home, helping them save on transport-related costs, reduce energy use, and elevating their connection without added financial strain.

Newsletter: Moments of Need to Meaningful Progress: How Cebuana Lhuillier Loans Walk With Filipinos

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According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), one in three Filipinos now takes out loans to cover basic needs such as food, education, and healthcare. For many households, borrowing is no longer a financial strategy—it is a necessity driven by rising costs and limited financial buffers.

15 May 2026

Newsletter: SEOWannabee.com Launches—A New Platform for Business Growth and Advertising

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SEOWannabee.com is a 2026 search optimization platform and agency designed to help businesses transition from traditional SEO to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO). Founded by Jin Grey and John Michael Palmes, the platform provides actionable frameworks to rank in AI-driven interfaces like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews. It focuses on three core pillars: Generative Visibility (GEO), Technical AI Fundamentals, and Semantic Content Authority to ensure brands are "chosen" as the default answer by large language models (LLMs).

Newsletter: Its Time! Emirates’ iconic A380 returns to Dubai with world-first Starlink Wi-Fi onboard

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Emirates’ flagship A380, long celebrated as one of aviation’s most iconic aircraft, is set to reach new heights as the first installation of next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi onboard has just been completed.

14 May 2026

Newsletter: B2B Tech Asia Expo 2026: Indonesia's First and Largest SaaS Technology Exhibition

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Jakarta is preparing to witness the most ambitious business technology event of the year. The prestigious B2B Tech Asia Expo 2026 will officially take place on July 1–2, 2026, at the AXA Tower – Kuningan City Grand Ballroom, Jakarta.

Newsletter: Eraserheads Documentary Makes Global Debut on Netflix May 30, 2026!

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The acclaimed Filipino docufilm Eraserheads: Combo On The Run will mark its global debut on Netflix starting May 30, 2026. The official streaming release will be available in more than 190 countries, bringing the legacy of the iconic band to the forefront of a wider crossover.

13 May 2026

Newsletter: A SWEEP moment: Xavier University Alum Tops Electronics Engineering Board Exam

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(L-R) Roby Alampay, FVP and Head of Public Engagement at PLDT and Smart; Mr. and Mrs. Malinao; Engr. Carl Vincent Malinao; Eric Santiago, Head of Network Strategy and Infrastructure at PLDT and Smart; Engr. Lolit Villanueva, head of the Electronics Engineering Department at Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan; Charm Dimaculangan, Stakeholder Management Specialist for Luzon Relations at Smart; Cynthia Capua, Academic Partnership Executive and Manager for Network Strategy and Engineering at Smart.

When Engr. Carl Vincent Malinao of Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan walked into the PLDT and Smart headquarters in Makati, it marked a milestone for the academe and the telco industry – that their close collaboration can help shape a professional engineering career. The school first signed up for the Smart Wireless Engineering Education Program (SWEEP) in 2003.

Newsletter: Milky & David Guetta "Just The Way You Are" (David Guetta Remix) Sampling Stardust's "Music Sounds Better With You" Out Now

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David Guetta releases his version of Milky's viral hit "Just The Way You Are," sampling Stardust's iconic "Music Sounds Better With You”. The track fuses 2000s vocals with a French house groove to create one of the most anticipated club records of the year. The campaign has already spent 11 consecutive weeks in the OCC Top 20, amassed 120 million+ streams, and generated over 3 million TikTok creations to prove its timeless essence. The incoming release was played by David Guetta live at LIV Beach in Las Vegas last weekend which was widely received across socials. Having originally been released in 2002, the record found new life when DJ and producer Mall Grab, one of the most credible voices bridging underground dance and mainstream club culture uploaded an edit to SoundCloud and worked it into his sets throughout last year. The groundswell it created led to an official release which immediately flew into the charts and secured A-list adds at Radio 1, Capital and Kiss FM.

12 May 2026

Newsletter: “Deeply Moved by an Otherworldly Journey” Actor Tao Tsuchiya Appointed Official Ambassador for TOKYO LIGHTS 2026

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The Tokyo International Projection Mapping Award Executive Committee is pleased to announce that TOKYO LIGHTS 2026, a creative festival of light illuminating Tokyo’s nights, will be held from Saturday, May 23 to Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government No. 1 Building, Citizens' Plaza and the Nishi-Shinjuku area (including Shinjuku Chuo Park).

Newsletter: Zara Larsson releases her star-studded Midnight Sun: Girls Trip remix album

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GRAMMY®-nominated pop superstar Zara Larsson keeps the global party going with Midnight Sun: Girls Trip, a collection of remixes and collaborations that gives new life to her already famously vibrant songs. Revisiting each track from her breakthrough album Midnight Sun, Zara invites a worldwide all-woman cast of friends and faves to an inclusive celebration that crosses borders, genres, and vibes for an unforgettable excursion into free-wheeling self-expression.

11 May 2026

Newsletter: Sean Archer drops beautifully chaotic new EP, Kung Ano Ano

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Filipino newcomer Sean Archer captures the complexities of young adulthood in Kung Ano Ano—a gripping guitar-rock record released under Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: Carziqo Brings E-IQ Autonomous Ride-Hailing Model to San Francisco, Expanding Global Operations

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Carziqo has launched its Energy + Intelligence Style (E-IQ) autonomous ride-hailing model in San Francisco, marking a new step in the company’s expansion across major U.S. cities.