Newsletter: GRAMMY-NOMINATED SINGER-SONGWRITER LUKAS GRAHAM SHARES SOULFUL, ROOTS-DRIVEN NEW SONG “GOOD TIMES”

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Globally acclaimed singer-songwriter Lukas Graham has released “Good Times,” the spirited, roots-charged title track and opening song from his forthcoming 13-track album Good Times, out August 14 via Virgin Music Group. Bright, communal and rooted in the Celtic and folk traditions that shaped his upbringing, the song sets the tone for an album that brings Lukas back to the storytelling tradition and Irish musical heritage at the heart of his earliest relationship with music. “Good Times” arrives alongside an official music video that weaves together archival footage from before and during Lukas's rise, captured by the photographers and videographers who documented his journey, celebrating the friends, family, and moments that shaped him. Listen to “Good Times” HERE. Watch the video HERE. Pre-order/Pre-save the album HERE.  

Newsletter: One App, Every Money Move: Inside the KasKasan Buddies App’s All-in-One Toolkit

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KasKasan Buddies (KKB), the Philippines' #1 personal finance community with over 2 million members across platforms, is spotlighting its free mobile app as a single home base for the tools Filipinos already juggle to manage a credit card life — comparing cards, catching bank promos, tracking bills, splitting expenses with friends, and building real financial literacy. Most tools on the market do one job at a time. A bill-splitting app only splits bills. A budgeting app only tracks spending. A coupon site only lists promos. A comparison site only ranks cards. The KasKasan Buddies app was built specifically around Philippine banks and Filipino spending habits, bringing all of it into one connected home screen — instead of four different apps.

Newsletter: Smart, Sam YG empower customers on scams and digital habits

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As digital threats grow alongside rapid technological advancement, Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is strengthening its push to equip Filipinos with the knowledge and tools to stay safe online.

Newsletter: KasKasan Buddies Declares: “There Is No Such Thing as Responsible Gambling”

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KasKasan Buddies (KKB), the Philippines' #1 personal finance community with over 2 million members across platforms, has taken a firm public stand against the “responsible gambling” language increasingly used by online betting and casino apps, warning that no such label can make a habit built on risking money Filipinos cannot afford to lose any safer.

Newsletter: Miki Matsubara’s City Pop Classic "Mayonaka no Door~stay with me" Surpasses 500 Million Streams on Spotify

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Since her debut in 1979, Miki Matsubara has left a vivid impression on the Japanese pop music scene and has become the driving force behind the recent global City Pop boom. Now, her debut single, "Mayonaka no Door~stay with me," has officially surpassed 500 million cumulative streams on Spotify, making it the 10th Japanese song in history to achieve this milestone. Notably, this is the first-ever feat for a Japanese song released in the 1900s.

Newsletter: Kevin Tan Brings Years of Beef Sourcing Expertise to Gyukatsu まつ村's Manila Debut

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Before becoming a restaurateur, Kevin Tan built his career sourcing premium beef for the Philippine market. That expertise became the foundation of Gyukatsu まつ村 Boracay, the Japanese restaurant now expanding to Bonifacio Global City with the opening of Gyukatsu まつ村 BGC.

Newsletter: What Elite Athletes Do on Their Rest Days — And Why You Should Copy Them

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If you asked most people to picture an elite athlete's day, they would imagine a match, a training session, a weight room and maybe a dramatic-looking recovery shake.

Newsletter: Business Is Good, So Why Does Cash Still Feel Tight?

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Goldwater Capital shares how PayNow helps SMEs access funds tied up in receivables to keep operations moving and support business growth.

Newsletter: How PLDT and Smart’s KonektedforLearning is Helping Shape Education in the Philippines

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PLDT and Smart's School-in-a-Bag includes a laptop for the teacher, 10 tablets pre-loaded with DepEd curriculum-based learning materials and interactive educational applications, a Smart Bro LTE Pocket Wi-Fi device, and expandable storage.

From pen and paper to artificial intelligence (AI) and interactive applications, PLDT and Smart’s #KonektedforLearning initiative champions learning for all by integrating technology into Philippine classrooms and boosting education resiliency through crisis-tested teaching strategies.

Newsletter: Beyond the Vehicle: How Autonomous Operations Create Platform Value for Carziqo

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 As autonomous mobility moves from controlled testing environments toward commercial applications, the value of the industry is increasingly being measured not only by the vehicles on the road, but also by the operational platforms working behind them.

Newsletter: Cebuana Lhuillier Money XChange Empowers OFWs to Maximize Hard-Earned Earnings

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Every remittance sent by an overseas Filipino worker represents countless hours of hard work, personal sacrifice, and time spent away from loved ones. While these earnings help cover daily expenses, fund education, and support long-term goals, the value families ultimately receive can be influenced by how and where foreign currency is exchanged.

Newsletter: GCash ushers in more seamless train commutes on LRT-2 via GCash Commute QR

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GCash for Business general manager Paul Albano tests the GCash Commute QR during the launch of cashless payment system at the LRT-2 Legarda station

Passengers of Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) can now pay for their fares directly from their phones using GCash Commute QR, making their commutes faster and more convenient. 

Newsletter: Why Philippine Businesses Need an AI-powered Business Growth System

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Artificial intelligence has quickly become one of the most discussed topics in business. Yet many organizations continue to experience slow growth, inconsistent customer experiences, and operational inefficiencies despite investing in new software.

Newsletter: UP Chemist Co-Develops First Filipino Air Monitor

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasized this year that air quality monitoring is crucial for understanding the health effects of air pollution and tracking efforts in reducing it.

Newsletter: Corebilt and Häfele Strengthen Collaboration to Elevate Office and Commercial Spaces in the Philippines

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Corebilt has strengthened its collaboration with Häfele Philippines, a local subsidiary of the Germany-based Häfele Group, to further enhance the delivery, functionality, and quality of office and commercial spaces across the country.