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25 July 2026

Newsletter: P.A. Properties Hankyu Hanshin welcomes first homeowners at Idesia San Jose del Monte, marking its debut in North Luzon

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P.A. Properties Hankyu Hanshin, the joint venture between P.A. Alvarez Properties and Development Corporation (P.A. Properties) and Hankyu Hanshin Properties Corporation, officially welcomed the first homeowners of Idesia San Jose del Monte during its Homeowners Turnover Ceremony.

24 July 2026

Newsletter: Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino 2026 champions the future of OPM with "Pinoy Coded"

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Linggo Ng Musikang Pilipino (LMP), the country’s annual nationwide celebration of Filipino music, returns this year with revitalized programming designed to champion the rich and diverse music scene in the Philippines.

Newsletter: Shakira Makes History with New Global Streaming Records

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Global superstar Shakira has reached another historic milestone as "Dai Dai," her FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem featuring Burna Boy, climbs to No. 1 on the Spotify Global chart, becoming the No. 1 song in the world. The global smash has also reached No. 1 in 12 countries, including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, Spain, Norway, the Netherlands, Slovakia, the United Arab Emirates, South Korea, Sweden, and Belgium.

Newsletter: beabadoobee new song ‘Switchblade’ out now

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beabadoobee releases ‘Switchblade,’ the second song to be lifted from her hugely anticipated forthcoming album Pylon, a record that’s more wide-ranging and complex than anything that she has ever put out—a tannic rock record that is, at various points, angry, lonesome, ecstatic, depressed and deeply, pathologically in love. 

Newsletter: Won the Project but Need Funds to Start? Here's How Contractors Can Keep Projects Moving with PayNow

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Goldwater Capital explains how PayNow helps contractors bridge cash flow gaps and fund projects while waiting for client payments.

23 July 2026

Newsletter: NICKELBACK ANNOUNCE NEW STUDIO ALBUM EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN ARRIVING OCTOBER 30 VIA VIRGIN MUSIC GROUP

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Rock icons Nickelback announced their highly anticipated new studio album, Everything Under The Sun, will arrive on October 30, 2026, via Virgin Music Group, while simultaneously unveiling the blistering lead single, "Rattle The Cage” (feat. John 5). Available everywhere today, the track marks the first taste of the band's powerful new era.  

Newsletter: The Green Revolution Isn’t A Loud One

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When people think of a “revolution,” they often imagine bold movements and sweeping change. But some of the most lasting transformations happen more quietly—through small, intentional habits that slowly become part of everyday life. The choice to walk more, bring a reusable bag, support local brands, or spend time in greener spaces may seem simple on their own, but together, these everyday decisions can shape more mindful communities over time.

Across Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, this green revolution is reflected in the way people dine, shop, gather, and move through its spaces. Through thoughtfully designed environments, eco-conscious concepts, and community-driven initiatives, more sustainable living becomes less intimidating and more naturally woven into everyday experiences.

Newsletter: B2B Tech Asia Expo 2026 Opens in Jakarta, Cementing AI as the Core Foundation of Business Across Asia

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B2B Tech Asia Expo 2026 (BTA '26) officially opened on July 1-2, 2026 at AXA Tower, Kuningan City Grand Ballroom, Jakarta, delivering a clear message: artificial intelligence (AI) and software have become the core foundation of business operations across Southeast Asia. Co-organized by VRIGroup and DailySocial, the expo gathered business leaders, software providers, AI developers, investors, and digital transformation executives from across the region.

Newsletter: As AI Changes Search, SERPWeave Expands Its Approach to SEO

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Artificial intelligence is changing the way people search for information online. AI-generated search summaries and conversational search tools are becoming part of everyday decision-making, influencing how users research products, compare services, and evaluate businesses before visiting a website. As search behavior evolves, many organizations are asking how they should adapt their online visibility strategies.

22 July 2026

Newsletter: Pinoy rock legends TEETH announce 5-city concert tour and vinyl release of landmark debut album

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Filipino alternative rock powerhouse TEETH are reuniting for a 5-city concert tour celebrating more than three decades of friendship, music legacy, and rock n’ roll.

Newsletter: Taytay tiangges go digital with ‘Made in Taytay’ app

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The ‘Made in Taytay’ app is an online marketplace powered by PLDT Enterprise in partnership with Multisys Technologies Corporation and the local government of Taytay, Rizal, which supports MSMEs by helping them expand their customer base beyond physical markets.

From Taytay’s ‘tiangges’ to shoppers’ fingertips.

Taytay’s garment and woodwork products are set to reach a wider market through the ‘Made in Taytay’ app, an online marketplace powered by PLDT’s B2B arm PLDT Enterprise in partnership with Multisys Technologies Corporation and the local government of Taytay, Rizal.

Newsletter: 9th Hospitality Philippines Conference #HPC2026 Set to Address Critical Tourism Infrastructure and Asset Lifecycles in Manila

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As the Philippine tourism and accommodation sectors enter a sophisticated new operational phase, The Hospitality Asia Event Series has officially announced the dates for the 9th Hospitality Philippines Conference #HPC2026. Taking place on September 9–10, 2026 at Marriott Manila, the premier two-day leadership assembly will gather the nation's foremost asset owners, operators, developers, and tech visionaries under the timely country theme: "What Comes After Growth: Hospitality’s Next Test in the Philippines."

Newsletter: Gyukatsu まつ村 Expands to BGC After Building a Loyal Following in Boracay

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Gyukatsu まつ村 Boracay is opening its second restaurant, Gyukatsu まつ村 BGC, at Park Triangle Mall this September. The expansion marks the second restaurant under Ikigai International Restaurant OPC, the company behind the Boracay-based Japanese dining concept.

21 July 2026

Newsletter: Ushering in a Smarter, More Connected Philippines with Smart City Convention 2026

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Smart City Convention Philippines 2026, held last June 1-2, ushered in a new era of technological advancements within the Philippines. The event brought together government leaders, city planners, policymakers, and technology providers to discuss the future of smarter, more connected, and more sustainable Philippine cities. Notably, Kyle Delos Santos, Keepital Philippines’ Business Development Executive, delivered a talk detailing the importance of online visibility in the B2B industry within the constantly evolving technological landscape of the modern day. 

Newsletter: Satellite data show flood extents in Mindanao due to Typhoon Inday

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Sample flood extent map (one out of 64). All maps for the available data coverage can be found in these folders: https://tinyurl.com/Flood-20260710-S1 and https://tinyurl.com/Flood-20260711-S1

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) produced flood extent maps showing flooded areas (red) and flood-affected Physical Rice Areas (pink) and Other Crop Areas (brown) in Regions 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), and parts of Eastern Samar and Southern Leyte following the enhanced monsoon due to Typhoon Inday. The analysis used Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite imagery captured on 10 July 2026 at 05:31 AM PhST and 11 July 2026 at 05:22 AM PhST. The flooded areas were detected with the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI) using a composite of three Sentinel-1 SAR images.