Newsletter: Mateus Asato brings world tour to Manila in 2026

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Mateus Asato is bringing his world tour to the Philippines in 2026. Considered one of the most prominent guitar players of the modern era, the renowned musician will be holding a special show at Aster Events Place in Mandala Park, Mandaluyong City, on July 31, 2026.

Newsletter: 15-Year-Old Luis Cinches Jurado Wins 7 Gold Medals at CVIRAA 2026, Emerges as Tagbilaran’s Rising Swim Star

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At just 15 years old, Luis Cinches Jurado delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) Meet, winning seven gold medals and emerging as one of the region’s most promising young swimmers.

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.

Newsletter: 9 Kick Founder Weining Hung Named to Pollstar’s 2026 “Women of Live”

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Pollstar, a prominent trade publication for the concert and live music industry, has announced its 2026 Women of Live list, celebrating influential professionals and visionaries worldwide. Among this year’s lone Asian honoree is Weining Hung, Founder and Director of 9 Kick—a Taipei-based management and booking agency responsible for playing a crucial role in connecting Asian indie artists with international audiences.

Newsletter: Flow21 Systems Launches Free CRM Shopping Guide 2026 — Scores 7 Major CRM Platforms on the 5 Criteria That Actually Determine Success for Philippine B2B Sales Teams

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Flow21 Systems has released the CRM Shopping Guide 2026, a free comparison guide that evaluates seven major CRM platforms — Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, Pipedrive, Monday, Bitrix24, and Flow21 — on five weighted criteria built around what actually makes or breaks a CRM for Philippine B2B businesses: Total Cost of Ownership, Setup & Adoption, Strategic Partnership, All-in-One Features, and Scaling Flexibility. Every platform earns a letter grade from D through A. Only one earns an A.

Newsletter: 50+ Filipino AI SEO Experts and Specialists Recognized for Advancing Search Optimization in 2026

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The Philippines continues to gain recognition as a growing hub for search engine optimization (SEO) talent in Asia. Over the past decade, Filipino SEO professionals have helped international brands, startups, and digital publishers expand their online visibility through advanced search optimization strategies.

Newsletter: FIFA names Aleph exclusive partner for multimedia distribution and commercialization of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in the Philippines

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Aleph, a global digital advertising company operating at the intersection of media and cross-border payments, said today that it has been appointed by FIFA as the exclusive partner to lead commercialization and multimedia distribution of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in the Philippines.

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: The Six Wellness Themes That Will Fuel Filipinos in 2026

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Nutrition is entering a new chapter. As consumers rethink how they fuel their bodies, they’re moving toward habits that feel intentional, personalized and rooted in practical science. 

Newsletter: WHAT’S NEW AT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS FOR WINTER ‘26

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World-renowned hospitality brand and one of Accor’s leading luxury brands, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts invites travelers to welcome the new year with a curated lineup of experiences around the globe. From snow-capped mountain retreats and vibrant city landmarks to sun-kissed coastal havens, Fairmont is the place to be this winter into spring, with each destination coming alive with seasonal rituals, celebratory gatherings and restorative moments.

Newsletter: 3rd edition - Philippine Pharma & Healthcare Expo 2026: An International Exhibition on Pharma, Medical and Healthcare Sector

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3rd Philippine Pharma and Healthcare Expo 2026: The Largest Pharma, Medical and Healthcare Event in the Philippines scheduled from 28-30 January 2026 at Manila. 

Newsletter: Makesense Asia Unveils Next Gen of Growth-Ready Start-ups to Impact Investors at Academy 8 Demo Day

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Makesense Asia, a leading regional Ecosystem Support Organization (ESO) and incubator focused on just and regenerative solutions, is set to host its highly anticipated Makesense Academy 8 Demo Day on January 22, 2026 at the Philippine Innovation Hub. The event will culminate eight years of expertise by showcasing a hand-picked cohort of growth-ready early-stage social enterprises driving systemic change across the Philippines.

Newsletter: Island Shangri-La Awarded Conde Nast Traveler The Gold List 2026

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The Shangri-La Suite at Island Shangri-La

Island Shangri-La is delighted to have been awarded a place on the Conde Nast Traveler The Gold List for 2026, marking it as one of the most exceptional hotels in the world.

Newsletter: FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS EXPANDS GLOBAL PORTFOLIO WITH NEW OPENINGS PLANNED FOR 2026

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World-renowned hospitality brand and one of Accor’s leading luxury brands, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, continues to shape meaningful travel experiences with a new wave of hotel and resort openings across the Middle East, Asia, Europe and North America through 2026. Rooted in heritage and guided by a spirit of innovation, each new destination reflects Fairmont’s commitment to celebrating the best of the destination, crafting dining experiences that evoke emotion, and creating spaces where guests connect, gather and turn moments into special memories.

Newsletter: JOJI ANNOUNCES FOURTH STUDIO ALBUM "PISS IN THE WIND"

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Joji press photo, credit: Evers Pund

Critically-acclaimed singer, songwriter, and producer Joji announces his fourth studio album, Piss In The Wind, out February 6, 2026 via Palace Creek and available now to pre-save and pre-order on CD, LP and cassette HERE. To accompany the announcement, Joji shared another taste from the album, “If It Only Gets Better,” paired with a music video.

Newsletter: CAVETOWN ANNOUNCES ‘RUNNING WITH SCISSORS’ 2026 TOUR DATES AND SHARES NEW SINGLE ‘TARMAC’

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Singer, songwriter and producer, Cavetown (Robin Skinner), is set to release his eagerly anticipated new album ‘Running With Scissors’ on January 16th. He shares new single ‘Tarmac’ alongside details of a major international headline tour for 2026.