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24 December 2025

Newsletter: realme With You: Celebrating real Moments with the Kythe Foundation

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Staying true to its commitment to giving back this holiday season, realme Philippines brought joy and meaningful support to the community through a special Christmas CSR activity under its realme With You campaign. In partnership with the Kythe Foundation, realme hosted a heartwarming celebration for children and foundation staff last December 16, 2025, at Jollibee P. Tuazon, featuring a Jollitown-themed Jollibee Kids Party.

23 December 2025

Newsletter: One Million Filipinos Empowered with Mission: TAPOSible to Fight Against Dengue Nationwide

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What began as a simple call for dengue awareness and prevention has grown into a powerful, community-led national movement. Mission: TAPOSible, an initiative by SC Johnson’s pest control brands, Baygon® and OFF!®, has successfully mobilised over one million Filipinos to take a decisive stand against dengue, marking a notable achievement in collective public health action. 

Newsletter: Scientists Document New Box Jellyfish Species in PH Waters

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

The Philippines, located within the Coral Triangle, is recognized as one of the world’s richest marine ecosystems. Yet, many marine species—such as carybdeid box jellyfish—remain poorly documented. Their potent venom and ecological significance underline the importance of conducting accurate taxonomic studies on box jellyfish.

22 December 2025

Newsletter: Filipinos in Japan can now cash in to any GCash account via PayForex by Queen Bee Capital

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OFWs in Japan can now enjoy a quicker, more seamless way to send money to the Philippines with GCash and PayForex by Queen Bee Capital

In a bid to provide greater convenience for overseas Filipinos, GCash has officially partnered with Queen Bee Capital, a leading Japanese financial services provider, to simplify cross-border transactions. Through this collaboration, Filipinos in Japan can now seamlessly remit funds directly to their families’ GCash accounts in the Philippines or cash in to their own GCash wallets using their +81 numbers or Philippine mobile numbers. 

Newsletter: From Singapore to Manila: Bistro Rising 2025 celebrates Filipino indie music across borders

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Bistro Rising 2025 returns to Manila with a renewed sense of purpose, bringing together some of the most promising Filipino indie artists from Singapore and the Philippines in a cross-cultural music showcase. The highly anticipated event will take place at 70’s Bistro in Quezon City on December 29, 2025.

21 December 2025

Newsletter: Rol3ert Releases “(how could i be) honest?” — His Most Vulnerable Track to Date

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20-year-old Japanese singer-songwriter Rol3ert releases “(how could i be) honest?”, the second single from his three-month consecutive release series, available worldwide Dec 17. The music video will premiere on YouTube on Dec 19 at 10pm JST, preceded by an Instagram Live at 9.30pm JST.

Newsletter: Wacom Enhances MovinkPad Series with ibisPaint X Integration and 180-Day Prime Membership

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Wacom today released a new Android update for the Wacom MovinkPad series that introduces ibisPaint X as a pre-installed app and deepens the integration between Wacom Canvas, Wacom Shelf, and ibisPaint X — one of the world’s most popular illustration platforms — enabling creators to move seamlessly between sketching, editing, and managing their artwork.

20 December 2025

Newsletter: From Hearts to Hands: Globe Coop Volunteers Bring Care and Connection to Orphaned Children

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Hearts in Hands at work: Globe Coop CAREavan volunteers prepared and delivered personalized gift bundles to uplift the children at DSWD RSCC Pampanga

Globe Coop brought its compassion-driven spirit to the DSWD Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC) in Lubao, Pampanga through Hearts in Hands, an initiative that empowers employees to support orphaned children with both practical essentials and heartfelt care. This is part of the Globe Coop CAREavan, an employee-led outreach effort with Globe’s regional teams, delivering tailored initiatives across the country to create sustainable, localized impact for vulnerable groups including special children, teen mothers, fisherfolk, out-of-school youth, students, and indigenous communities like the Mangyan and Aetas.

Newsletter: Newly discovered Philippine pitcher plant already in danger from climate change, poaching

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Danika Geronimo, Ateneo de Manila University Research Communications

Philippine scientists and an Australian expert have just confirmed a new species of pitcher plant found only on Palawan Island, but warn that it is already at risk of extinction due to frequent severe weather conditions and human encroachment.

19 December 2025

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: ANDAZ ONE BANGKOK OPENS ITS DOORS IN THAILAND

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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the opening of Andaz One Bangkok this December 19th, 2025 – a distinctive new lifestyle hotel for curious urban travelers seeking to make the most of the Thai capital.  Andaz One Bangkok is part of One Bangkok, the largest holistically integrated district at the Heart of Bangkok, which comprises workplaces, retail zones, luxury residences, hotels, art and culture, expansive open and green spaces, and a world-class LIVE entertainment arena.  It will complement Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach as the second Andaz branded hotel in Thailand.

18 December 2025

Newsletter: LootBX Launches in Manila: A New Way to Reward Viewers and Gamers

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LootBX made its official debut at High Grounds Café in Quezon City. The event gave creators, gamers, and fans a first look at a platform built on a different kind of streaming philosophy. Ever wished that watching content could actually reward you back? If so, LootBX is trying to make that the new normal.

Newsletter: Risky Market Ahead? Practical Risk-Management Tips from TradingPRO

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Volatile markets can create both opportunities and risks especially for new traders. TradingPRO is sharing practical risk-management tips to help Filipino traders build safer habits, protect their capital, and stay disciplined during fast-moving market sessions. Risk management is widely considered one of the most important foundations in trading. With clear rules and consistent execution, traders can reduce emotional decisions and avoid unnecessary losses even when markets move sharply.

17 December 2025

Newsletter: IV OF SPADES seals creative rebirth with release of Andalucia on vinyl

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Award-winning Filipino pop-rock powerhouse IV OF SPADES continues to ramp up the celebration of their highly anticipated comeback with the exclusive vinyl release of their critically acclaimed album, Andalucia.

Newsletter: A gift for Liwanag: Ben&Ben premieres “The Traveller Across Dimensions” concert film online

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One year after translating their award-winning 2025 concept into a sold-out spectacle at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, Ben&Ben invites fans into the luminous universe of Liwanag through The Traveller Across Dimensions: The Concert Film