Newsletter: MITSKI Immersive fan experiences in Southeast Asia bring new album Nothing's About to Happen to Me to life ahead of July tour dates

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In celebration of Mitski’s new song “I’ll Change for You”, from her forthcoming album Nothing’s About to Happen to Me, selected thrift stores around the world are participating in the Second-Hand Shop event now through 20th February. Announced via @TheMitskiVerse, fans can visit participating stores to shop and create looks inspired by the album’s visual world, snap photos with in-store mirror decals and pick up limited-edition pins (while supplies last). They are also invited to share videos of their outfit finds tagging @TheMitskiVerse and #IllChangeForYou for a chance to be featured on Instagram.

Newsletter: Recognize Greatness in Nursing — The 2026 Nurse of the Year Search Begins

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In hospitals and healthcare settings across the Philippines, some of the most profound acts of excellence unfold quietly. A nurse offering reassurance during a frightening diagnosis. A calm yet decisive voice leading a code blue team as they work to restart a patient’s heart. A steadfast advocate speaking up for patient safety when silence would be easier.

Newsletter: Rotary Club of New Manila East Becomes First Rotary Club to Win an Anvil Award for a Coffee Table Book Publication

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The Rotary Club of New Manila East (RCNME) became the first Rotary club in Philippine history to receive an Anvil Award for a Coffee Table Book when it was honored at the 61st Anvil Awards Recognition Night on January 28, 2026, at Solaire North Grand Ballroom. It is also the 2nd Rotary club to win an Anvil Award in the last 61 years.

Newsletter: Randy’s Better Value Than Ever Before — Sandwich + Coffee Starting at Only P195

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This Valentine’s season, love doesn’t have to be grand to be meaningful. Sometimes, it’s as simple as sharing a sandwich and coffee — and a smile. Great mornings (and all-day breaks) just got even better at Randy’s. Known for its iconic donuts and feel-good coffee moments, Randy’s is now serving its newest and most affordable combo ever: 1 sandwich + 1 coffee starting at just P195. Yes, you read that right. For only P195, guests can enjoy any sandwich of their choice paired with Brewed Coffee topped with RFoam — Randy’s signature foam that has quickly become a must-try favorite. Smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced, RFoam elevates every sip into a signature Randy’s experience.

Newsletter: Bitget Wallet doubles tokenized stock offerings, expanding US market access for Filipino investors

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Bitget Wallet, a leading non-custodial crypto wallet with over 80 million users, has officially doubled its tokenized stock offerings, allowing Filipinos and users anywhere in the world access to more than 200 US stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

Newsletter: RAFFLES HOTELS & RESORTS UNVEILS ‘THE BUTLER DID IT COLLECTION,’AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY AT PRINTEMPS

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Raffles Hotels & Resorts is delighted to introduce ‘The Butler Did It Collection’, a playful collection available only in-store at Printemps New York and Printemps Paris through March 10, 2026, with select pieces offered on Printemps.com. Through a thoughtfully curated edit of fashion and home goods, the collection captures Raffles’ world of elegance and enchanted glamour. With products designed for Raffles, and in partnership with Globe-Trotter, Frette, and Christofle, ‘The Butler Did It Collection’ invites guests and collectors alike to bring a touch of Raffles’ signature magic into their everyday life. This collection is an early look at how the brand’s distinct aesthetic, craftsmanship, and sense of refinement will soon extend beyond a hotel stay. 

Newsletter: GCash cautions the public against new scams forcing users to download fake mobile apps from suspicious websites

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GCash warns users to beware of fake government IDs, suspicious video calls, screenshare requests, and bogus app downloads from unfamiliar websites.

GCash is warning the public against new scam tactics that involve fraudsters posing as representatives of legitimate organizations or government agencies. Scammers are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics, including phone calls, emails, fake apps, and staged online video meetings, to pressure victims into revealing their account credentials, resulting in unauthorized access and financial loss.

Newsletter: Sony Music Publishing Appoints Roslyn Pineda as President, Asia

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Sony Music Publishing (SMP) announced the appointment of Roslyn Pineda to President, Asia, effective immediately.  Pineda will succeed longtime SMP Asia President, Carol Ng, who will remain with the company until her planned retirement at the end of March this year.

Newsletter: ParagonCorp Wardah Highlights Ethical Business and Women's Leadership at World Muslim Meeting, Jadal Women’s Research Dialogue in Qatar

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ParagonCorp’s Wardah, Southeast Asia’s leading beauty brand and Indonesia's pioneer in halal beauty, brought its values-driven perspective to the international stage at the Jadal Women's Research Dialogue, a global Muslim women's meeting organized by the Al Mujadilah Center and Mosque for Women. The participation reinforces Wardah’s commitment to advancing women’s leadership and ethical business worldwide, in line with Wardah Beauty Moves You belief that beauty empowers women to grow, spread kindness, and make a positive impact.

Newsletter: Baring the ‘silent violence’ of Philippine jails

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Conversations about Philippine jail congestion often begin and end with statistics: thousands of case backlogs, cells built for 50 crammed with 200 bodies, and facilities straining at 300 to 400 percent beyond capacity. Yet these numbers barely capture the everyday human cost of overcrowding. 

What does punishment feel like when confinement overwhelms the senses?

Newsletter: Capella at Galaxy Macau Opens as the Pinnacle of Ultra-Luxury Hospitality

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Capella at Galaxy Macau has officially opened, marking the arrival of the serene enclave within the celebrated world of Galaxy Macau. This exceptional property represents a rarefied expression of hospitality within Galaxy Macau, Asia’s highly awarded luxury resort.

Newsletter: Kaspersky reveals new HoneyMyte APT campaigns and toolset

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Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) experts observed HoneyMyte APT enhanced the CoolClient backdoor with new features, deployed several variants of a browser login data stealer and used multiple scripts for data theft and reconnaissance. The APT’s latest campaigns targeted Myanmar, Mongolia, Malaysia, Thailand and Russia, with a particular focus on the government sector.

Newsletter: Orient Introduces New Dial Designs and Colours for Orient Bambino 38 and Orient Bambino

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Orient has introduced five new Orient Bambino 38 models featuring a minimalistic design with no date display, and six new Orient Bambino models featuring both standard and trendy gradation colours, to its Classic Collection. Blending the timeless appeal of a classic mechanical watch with a subtle contemporary edge, these models make ideal everyday companions for watch enthusiasts. 

Newsletter: GN Club × OKX Wallet Trading Battlegrounds Concludes with Live IRL Finals and Crowned Champion

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Event Overview: From Online Qualifiers to a Live Trading Finale

The GN Club × OKX Wallet Trading Battlegrounds successfully concluded its IRL Finals on January 30, 2026, at High Grounds Cafe, Quezon City, marking the culmination of a multi-stage competitive trading event that brought together traders from various Web3 communities across NCR and/or Luzon. Organized by GN Club and powered by OKX Wallet, the event emphasized live execution, transparency, and performance-driven competition, with a total prize pool of ₱115,000.

Newsletter: Why Smart Money Is Looking First at Electric Moto-Taxis in the Philippines

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While much of the electric vehicle conversation in the Philippines has centered on four-wheel fleets and private cars, industry attention is increasingly shifting to where electrification delivers impact sooner: electric moto-taxis. In a country where motorcycles account for a disproportionate share of daily transport activity, two-wheel EVs are emerging as the fastest-moving layer in the clean mobility transition.