Newsletter: IntouchCX Expands Philippine Operations with GH Tower Campus: Creating 4,000 new jobs by Q1 2027

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IntouchCX, a global leader in customer experience (CX) management, AI services, trust and safety, and back office operations, today announced the opening of its newest operational campus at the GH Tower in Greenhills, San Juan City, strengthening its presence in the Philippines as it celebrates 10 years of operations in the country.

Newsletter: Ateneo aquaculture scientist Dr. Janice Ragaza appointed to leading animal science journals

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Danika Geronimo, Ateneo Research Communications

Ateneo de Manila University Department of Biology Associate Professor Dr. Janice A. Ragaza has recently been appointed to leadership roles in two internationally-prestigious scientific journals: she now serves as Associate Editor of Animal Feed Science and Technology, and is also among just a handful of scholars from the Philippines and Southeast Asia on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Applied Aquaculture.

Newsletter: UPD Bio Students Explore Plant Morpho-anatomy Through Art

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

Plant Morpho-ARTnatomy mini exhibition. (Photo credit: Eunice Jean C. Patron)

In May 2026, the Institute of Biology (IB) of the University of the Philippines Diliman – College of Science (UPD-CS) hosted the “Plant Morpho-ARTnatomy” mini exhibition, showcasing works by its Biology 101 students.

Newsletter: PLDT and Smart recognized at LinkedIn Talent Awards for employer brand and AI learning

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PLDT and Smart are recognized at the LinkedIn Talent Awards

PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) received honors at the LinkedIn Talent Awards Philippines, reflecting their sustained efforts to foster a workplace that values learning, skills development, and long term career growth.

Newsletter: Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere: Now Open – A Landmark for Luxury in Northwest England

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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a global luxury brand part of the Accor group, proudly announces the opening of Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere. A breathtaking countryside estate rooted in heritage, Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere offers 116 beautifully appointed bedrooms, including 23 spacious suites, exceptional elevated dining experiences including Gordon Ramsay at The Mere, an 18-hole championship-level golf course, with a sanctuary of elevated wellness experiences at Fairmont Spa. The opening marks the brand’s fourth hotel in the UK alongside: The Savoy, A Fairmont Hotel; Fairmont Windsor Park; and Fairmont St Andrews. 

Newsletter: ELEVATE YOUR ESCAPE: FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS PRESENTS ENHANCED RETREATS AND IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES FOR LATE-SUMMER INTO FALL

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Globally acclaimed hospitality brand and one of Accor’s leading luxury brands, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts welcomes travelers to explore its magnificent portfolio with a curated selection of autumnal activities from shoulder season escapes and fandom-based vacations to immersive culinary tourism and alcohol-free mixology. Across city landmarks and mountain properties, Fairmont continues to elevate seasonal travel with culturally relevant experiences that attract global attention. 

Newsletter: PhilConstruct 2026, Bringing Construction Businesses Closer to More Opportunities

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PhilConstruct continues to strengthen the construction industry by connecting suppliers, buyers, contractors, and professionals in one dynamic platform for discovery, collaboration, and growth. By Stephen Sevilla, Business Development Associate

Last June 25-28, PhilConstruct once again showed why it remains one of the most important gatherings for the construction and industrial sectors in the Philippines. As a platform that brings together suppliers, contractors, buyers, and industry professionals, the event created valuable opportunities for businesses to showcase their products, build meaningful connections, and gain stronger visibility within a fast-moving market.

Newsletter: SEC and GCash lending arm Fuse to roll out nationwide campaign to promote safe, responsible digital borrowing

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(L-R) GCash chief marketing officer Neil Trinidad; Fuse Financing Inc. chief commercial and business assurance officer Jong Layug; president and CEO Tony Isidro; Securities and Exchange (SEC) Commission commissioner Rogelio Quevedo; and  financing and lending department director Sheara Lupango -Tamayo

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has partnered with Fuse Financing Inc.,the lending arm of GCash, to launch a nationwide financial literacy campaign that empowers Filipinos to borrow responsibly, recognize unlicensed lenders, and protect themselves from predatory lending and financial distress.

Newsletter: Eraserheads' ULTRAELECTROMAGNETICPOP! The 25th Anniversary Edition makes a comeback via repressed white vinyl

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One of the most important albums in the history of Filipino music makes its highly anticipated comeback on vinyl. 

Newsletter: ALYSON to stage first major concert with full orchestra this Friday, July 17, 2026

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Filipino city pop band ALYSON is set to headline their first major concert with AFTER OURS: Live and in Full!, happening on July 17, 2026, at Aster Events Place in Mandaluyong City. The special show will bring the band’s acclaimed sophomore album to life through expansive arrangements, immersive production, and a revitalized live music experience unlike anything they’ve presented before.

Newsletter: Japanese pop artist YUKIPOYO announces collaboration with Filipino rapper Zae on “Te-Te Gyaru” remix

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YUKIPOYO, known for her work as a model and TV personality in Japan, has released “Te-Te Gyaru” across all major music platforms worldwide. 

Newsletter: Checking into Manila: lullaboy back with ‘Hotels & Heartbreaks’ tour

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For many artists, heartbreak inspires a song. For Singapore-based singer-songwriter and producer lullaboy, it became the foundation of an entire world.

Newsletter: The 4 Rs of Recovery: What Elite Athletes Do in the First Hour After the Final Whistle

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Ask most people what elite athletes eat and they will describe the pre-match meal. The pasta the night before. The banana before warmups. The sports drink on the sidelines.

Newsletter: Digital-PINAS, PLDT, Smart transform Laguna farmers, fisherfolk, small biz owners into digital entrepreneurs

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Over a hundred farmers, fisherfolk, and small business owners across the province of Laguna are now ready to become digital entrepreneurs, through a training conducted by the International Trade Centre (ITC) under the Digital-PINAS initiative, or the Joint Programme on Inclusive, Competitive, and Responsible Digital Philippines.

Newsletter: TOKYO LIGHTS 2026 Concludes Record-Breaking Approx. 80,000 Visitors Enthralled Over Nine Dazzling Days as Tokyo’s Premier Festival of Light Came to a Close.

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The Tokyo International Projection Mapping Award Executive Committee is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of TOKYO LIGHTS 2026, a festival of light illuminating Tokyo’s nights, held over nine days from Saturday, May 23 to Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No.1, Citizens’ Plaza, and across the Nishi-Shinjuku area. During the event period, approximately 80,000 visitors from Japan and abroad attended, showcasing to the world the potential of Tokyo as a new nighttime tourism destination.