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13 April 2026

Newsletter: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Debuts New Immersive “Special Happens…” Experiences Across Its Global Portfolio

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World-renowned luxury hospitality brand, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, announces the debut of six new experiences in its much anticipated “Special Happens...” series spanning its global portfolio. Further advancing the brand’s commitment to Make Special Happen for all guests, the offerings highlight Fairmont’s signature service and sense of celebration. The collection showcases new 'must try’ experiences which are anchored in four categories:  “After Dark”; “In the Wild”; “Around the Table”; and “In the Spotlight.”. 

Newsletter: Ateneo robot explorers uncover Philippine islands’ ancient technologies

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Danika Geronimo, Ateneo de Manila University Research Communications

Long before the first Spanish ships arrived on our shores, the Philippine islands were already home to daring seafarers with technology that enabled them to cross vast stretches of open seas, hunt formidable marine life, and build lives in a world that was anything but forgiving. 

12 April 2026

Newsletter: Sari-Sari Store Owner from NegOr wins new motorcycle in Smart’s Ka Partner Rewards

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A sari-sari store owner from Valencia, Negros Oriental, wins a brand-new motorcycle through Smart Communications Inc. (Smart)’s Ka-Partner Rewards program. This is a yearly incentive program that allows Smart’s partner retailers to enjoy instant rewards and exclusive perks by using the Smart Ka-Partner App.

Newsletter: Philippine Construction & Building Materials Expo 2026 Returns to Manila on September 24–25, Unlocking ASEAN Market Opportunities

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Following the strong success of its debut edition, the Philippine Construction & Building Materials Expo 2026 is set to return for its second edition on September 24–25, 2026 at the renowned SMX Convention Centre, Manila. 

11 April 2026

Newsletter: FAIRMONT HANOI WELCOMES GUESTS TO VIETNAM’S NEW SOCIAL EPICENTRE

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Fairmont Hanoi, a new gem in the Fairmont Hotels & Resorts portfolio, officially opens its doors on 1 April. This landmark occasion marks the first Fairmont Hotels & Resorts property in Vietnam. An assembly of Vietnamese government officials, international representatives from Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, and executives from GELEX Group gathered to witness this defining milestone in Hanoi’s evolution as a global luxury destination.

Newsletter: James Blake releases new record ‘Trying Times’ via Good Boy Records

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A GRAMMY-winning producer, songwriter, and musician, James Blake’s singular blend of soul, electronica, hip-hop, and alt-R&B has shaped the sound of modern music. Across six seminal studio albums, Blake’s catalogue has amassed over 2.2 billion streams: his 2019 album ‘Assume Form’,  featuring ROSALÍA and Travis Scott, garnered widespread acclaim, followed by his highest chart debut to date with 2021’s ‘Friends That Break Your Heart’. 

10 April 2026

Newsletter: World-Renowned Trainer Dewey "Black Kobra" Cooper Brings Championship Pedigree to RYC Wellness as Co-Founder

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When champions step into the ring or cage, one voice often rises above the rest- the voice of their cornerman. For some of the biggest names in combat sports in history, that voice belongs to Dewey Cooper- now co-founder of RYC Wellness and President of Team Combat League, the league that recently signed boxing icon Manny Pacquiao for their 5th season. 

Newsletter: P.A. Properties partners with Philippine Veterans Bank to Expand Housing Loan Access

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P.A. Properties and P.A. Properties Hankyu Hanshin proudly formalized a new partnership with Philippine Veterans Bank through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement, officially designating the institution as one of its partner banks. The contract signing was held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the P.A. Properties Main Office in San Pedro, Laguna.

09 April 2026

Newsletter: Holy Week Travel Demand Surges as Filipinos Drive 50% Year-on-Year Growth in International Trips Abroad

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Holy Week is rapidly emerging as one of the Philippines’ biggest travel moments, with Filipinos increasingly using the extended holiday to take longer leisure trips both domestically and abroad. According to global one-stop travel service provider Trip.com, outbound travel demand among Filipino travellers surged by 50% year-on-year for Holy Week 2026 compared to the same period last year, reflecting a strong appetite for international travel, especially to regional destinations. 

Newsletter: AXEAN Festival 2026 heads back to Bali for its seventh edition

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AXEAN Festival, Southeast Asia’s top intra-regional music showcase and conference platform, is scheduled to return for its seventh edition at Jimbaran Hub in Bali, Indonesia, from August 29 to 30, 2026.

08 April 2026

Newsletter: ICONA POP RELEASE BRAND NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO, “RITUAL” FEATURING DAYA – OUT NOW

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Multi-platinum duo Icona Pop return with their electrifying new single “Ritual” featuring Daya—written by the duo and born from a period of personal struggle, survival, and revelation. The cathartic, high-energy anthem captures the power of movement, release, and self-reclamation on the dancefloor, introducing a more vulnerable and emotionally grounded side of the artists.

Newsletter: It's just April, but here's June: Ligaya Escueta's New Shoegaze Single

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Photo by Mayks Go.

New music alert! Punk rock young blood Ligaya Escueta releases a new single titled June, a dreampop love song that sonically reiterates the ache of young romance in a soft, almost ethereal melody. The song is now available on all digital streaming platforms. 

07 April 2026

Newsletter: Central Cee releases highly anticipated EP “ALL ROADS LEAD HOME”

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Central Cee releases his highly anticipated EP, ALL ROADS LEAD HOME. The seven-track project arrives in the wake of two stand-out records, “Iceman Freestyle” and “Slaughter” featuring J Hus.

Newsletter: Carziqo Officially Launches A-DS (Delivery Series Autonomous Asset) Driverless Delivery Vehicle Service in Los Angeles, Expanding Smart Urban Delivery Applications

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Carziqo has officially announced the launch of its A-DS (Delivery Series Autonomous Asset) driverless delivery vehicle service in Los Angeles, marking a further expansion of the company’s commercial autonomous driving applications and extending its technology capabilities beyond mobility into urban delivery and logistics services.

06 April 2026

Newsletter: The Next Wave of AI: Why Companies Are Reorganizing Around It, Not Just Using It

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The companies gaining the most from artificial intelligence today aren’t simply adopting new tools: they’re reorganizing how work gets done.