Newsletter: Wellness Culture Gains Momentum in the Philippines as 9 in 10 Filipinos Prioritize Holistic Health – Herbalife Survey

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Herbalife, a premier health and wellness company, community and platform, released findings from its latest survey, revealing a clear rise in a wellness culture - the modern phenomenon that emphasizes the active pursuit of holistic well-being through the integration of physical, mental, emotional health - across Asia Pacific (APAC). 

Newsletter: VIETNAM WEDDING WEEK 2026 OPENS “THE LOVE CITY”, UNITING BRIDAL FASHION, ARTISTS AND THE WEDDING ECOSYSTEM IN HO CHI MINH CITY

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Vietnam Wedding Week 2026 will officially take place on 22–23 August 2026 at White Palace Hoang Van Thu, opening The Love City — a “city of love” where bridal fashion, brands, experts, vendors and experiences for couples come together.

Newsletter: RCWI Open House brings research, creative support closer to Ateneo community

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Research, creative work, and innovation can only go so far without the right support to help move ideas from concept to impact.

The RCWI lent an open ear to thoughts and inquiries on finding support for Ateneo researchers’ scholarly output, creative work, innovations, and other initiatives. PHOTO: Danika Geronimo 

To make that support easier to find and access, the Ateneo de Manila University Office of the Assistant Vice President for Research, Creative Work, and Innovation (OAVP RCWI) brought together researchers, writers, artists, students, and project teams for the RCWI Open House on 12 August 2026 at Faber Hall 101 and the Rizal Mini-Theater.

Newsletter: UP Physicists Uncover Universal Dynamics in Time Crystal Formation

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

This illustration shows how time crystals—represented here as clocks—form when multiple systems are connected in a chain. As the time crystal grows, defects or imperfections can emerge, preventing the systems from moving in perfect unison. The number of these defects depends on how quickly the system is driven to form the time crystal and its universality class. Systems that may seem unrelated can share the same “signature” behavior near critical points, allowing them to be grouped into the same universality class—depicted here by the diverging curves beside the time crystal. (Photo credit: Roy Jara Jr.)

A time crystal is a phase of matter, much like solids, liquids, or gases—but with a remarkable difference. Instead of remaining static, it exhibits a steady and predictable rhythm. Just as a solid is defined by the arrangement of its atoms in space, a time crystal is defined by a repeating pattern in its behavior over time.

Newsletter: Megan Thee Stallion Announces Partnership with Interscope Records & Hot Girl Productions, Entering Next Chapter of Independent Music Career

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Three-time, Grammy award-winning superstar, entrepreneur and philanthropist Megan Thee Stallion announced a partnership with Interscope Records, marking a major milestone in the next phase of her independent career.

Newsletter: JTI responds to consumer shift, releases new Nordic Spirit pouches

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While the Philippine consumer market shifts its preferences to products that offer convenient instant satisfaction, JT International (Philippines) Inc. (JTI) continues to expand its reduced risk products (RRP) through Nordic Spirit, its nicotine pouch brand.

Newsletter: Ateneo helps shape national innovation blueprint for Philippine higher education

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Ateneo de Manila University is contributing its research and innovation expertise to a national effort aimed at helping Philippine universities transition their research into technologies, products, industries, and communities.

Newsletter: Early bird tickets sold out for Over October’s biggest concert yet

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Visual Credits: Photo by Andrea Beldua; Creative Director: Karen dela Fuente; and Art Director: Elliesha Angeles

Good news! Early bird tickets to Over October Live at the New Frontier Theater have officially sold out. 

Newsletter: GCash Parent Mynt Cited as Sole Philippine Firm in World's Top Fintech Companies List

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The Philippines' Mynt, Inc., the parent company of country's number one finance super app GCash, has been named among the World's Top Fintech Companies 2026 by CNBC (Consumer News and Business Channel), a leading global business media outlet, and Statista, a German data platform. Listed under the Payments category, Mynt stands out as the only Philippine fintech company to make it to this prestigious international ranking.

Newsletter: Accor strengthens its luxury portfolio in India with the signing of Fairmont Rishikesh, Himalayas

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Accor, a global leader in hospitality, announces the signing of Fairmont Rishikesh, Himalayas, marking another milestone in the Group’s continued expansion of its luxury hospitality portfolio in India. Set to open in 2031 in the tranquil Shivpuri Range of Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, the upcoming resort will bring Fairmont’s renowned service, destination-led experiences, and distinctive approach to luxury hospitality to one of India’s most revered wellness and spiritual destinations.

Newsletter: Philippine Student Visa Approvals to New Zealand Surge 31 Percent, Outpacing Most of Southeast Asia

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Philippine student visa approvals to New Zealand rose 31.5 percent in the past financial year, official immigration data shows, outpacing nearly every other major Southeast Asian market.

Newsletter: MSMEs across PH communities sharpen digital skills to grow their businesses with PLDT, Smart

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For Queen G. Anino, a rice producer from Santa Cruz, Laguna, learning how to market Cabisera Rice online marked an important step in growing her enterprise. A digital upskilling workshop supported by PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) helped her take the first steps toward reaching more customers.

Newsletter: Mayet Dela Rosa Fine Jewelry pioneers luxury live commerce with launch of Mayet Live House

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As live commerce continues to drastically change the retail landscape across the globe, Mayet Dela Rosa Fine Jewelry redefines the trend in the Philippine luxury market with the launch of Mayet Live House—a first-of-its-kind live commerce hub that gives aspiring entrepreneurs, content creators, resellers, affiliates, and live sellers access to the tools, products, and support needed to build a thriving jewelry business.

Newsletter: Duff Goldman Announces First-Ever One-Man Show, "Duff Goldman Presents: The Tao of Duff"

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Duff Goldman is stepping out of the bakery and onto the stage. Recently Goldman announced his first-ever live theater tour, "Duff Goldman Presents: The Tao of Duff," an 11-city run launching September 30, 2026 at Seattle, Washington at Fremont Abbey and continuing through mid-November with stops in San Francisco, Dallas, New York, Chicago and more.

Newsletter: From Dream Home to Dream Getaway: Idesia Launches Bahay Goals, Buhay Goals Season 2 with a Trip to Boracay Up for Grabs

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Every home has a story worth sharing, and this year, Idesia is giving homeowners an exciting reason to tell theirs.

Following the success of its inaugural run, Bahay Goals, Buhay Goals Season 2 returns to celebrate the inspiring journeys of Idesia homeowners and homebuyers. Participants are invited to create a short-form vlog showcasing how their Idesia home has become the foundation for life's meaningful milestones, cherished memories, and personal achievements.