Newsletter: Cebuana Lhuillier Bank Opens Yulo Branch, Strengthening Access to Inclusive Banking in Iloilo

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As Iloilo continues to grow as a dynamic commercial and residential hub, Cebuana Lhuillier Bank is further strengthening its presence in the region with the soft opening of its newest branch in Yulo. The new branch expands CL Bank’s nationwide network to 11 branches and marks the continued rollout of its co-located banking and pawnshop model, designed to make financial access more convenient, inclusive, and responsive to the evolving needs of Filipinos.

Newsletter: The Itchyworms bring the "Akin Ka Na Lang" tour to Hong Kong for the first time

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The Itchyworms are set to bring their highly successful “Akin Ka Na Lang” tour to Hong Kong on July 26, 2026, at The Wanch in Wan Chai.

Newsletter: InnoVision 2026 Advances Military Technology and Defense Innovation in the Philippines

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Philippine Coding Camp recently held InnoVision 2026: Special Forum on Military IT Convergence last June 17, 2026, at the FEU Tech Innovation Center, bringing together international experts, defense personnel, educators, researchers, and technology leaders to discuss how emerging technologies can strengthen military education, defense innovation, and national capability. The forum featured Dr. Artem Lensky of UNSW Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy and Dr. Steve Chan, a renowned science and technology adviser and inventor with 14 granted U.S. and international patents.

Newsletter: U.S.-Registered Nutrivance Wellness LLC Officially Launches in the Philippines to Deliver Premium Nutritional Supplements

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Nutrivance Wellness LLC, a U.S.-registered wellness company, has officially announced its launch in the Philippines, marking a major milestone in its corporate mission to bring premium nutritional supplements and wellness products to Filipino consumers. As health consciousness continues to rise across the region, Nutrivance Wellness aims to address the growing market demand for international-quality wellness solutions that offer transparency, strict manufacturing standards, and accessible pricing.

Newsletter: REURASIA brings verified fuel-saving technology to Philippine shipping after MARINA PhilMarine forum

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REURASIA Management Corporation is introducing ADERCO fuel preservation technology to the Philippine shipping market, positioning it as a practical step for shipowners seeking to reduce fuel consumption, cut CO2 emissions and improve Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) performance without changing fuel suppliers or making immediate capital-heavy vessel investments.

Newsletter: beabadoobee announces new album Pylon out 18 September on Dirty Hit/Interscope Records

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beabadoobee announces her hugely anticipated new album Pylon, available to pre-order and pre-save now, and due for release on 18 September 2026 via Dirty Hit and Interscope Records.

Newsletter: Chart-topping global sensation ATEEZ returns with EP ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5,’ unveiling addictive new anthem “BAD”

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K-pop powerhouse ATEEZ returns with their highly anticipated new mini album, ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5,’ marking the next chapter in the group’s ongoing GOLDEN HOUR series. Released on June 26, the album features five brand-new tracks that further showcase ATEEZ’s signature ability to blend powerful performance-driven music with genre-crossing artistry. The EP is out now via Sony Music Korea/RCA Records – click here to listen.

Newsletter: Global Glove Makers Join the Largest-Ever International Rubber Glove Showcase to be Held in Kuala Lumpur

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The 12th International Rubber Glove Conference and Exhibition (12th IRGCE 2026) theme “Synergising Innovations: Redefine the Future of the Glove Ecosystem.” has already reached a historic milestone. A record-breaking 600 booths have been taken up by exhibitors from 15 regions including Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, China, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and others, making it the largest IRGCE ever organised since its inception in 2002. The event is expected to attract more than 1,000 conference delegates and over 10,000 visitors from more than 70 countries.

Newsletter: Dads behind the network

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In telco and tech, speed and innovation often define success. But for the executives behind PLDT and Smart Communications, leadership is anchored in something more enduring: the lessons learned from their fathers.

Newsletter: Globe and Disney Treat Student Leaders To Toy Story 5 Simultaneous Nationwide Screenings

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Connections take center stage as Globe and Disney gather campus leaders for simultaneous Toy Story 5 screenings nationwide. 

Student leaders from all over the Philippines gathered on June 20 as Globe and Disney staged Toy Story 5 simultaneous screenings in Clark, Bonifacio Global City, Dasmariñas, and Cebu City. The special treat brought together young changemakers, campus org leaders, and fans for a shared experience on connection, collaboration, and community.

Newsletter: Barbie's Cradle turns existential crisis into indie pop brilliance on new single “Emergency”

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After retreating from the spotlight for more than two decades, Barbie’s Cradle returns with creative confidence and renewal in “Emergency,” their first single since 2003.

Newsletter: Japan Travel: povo Expands Data Oasis to 83 Stations for Japan SIM Users Collaborated with Welcome Suica Mobile

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KDDI Corporation (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiromichi Matsuda; hereinafter “KDDI”) and East Japan Railway Company (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yoichi Kise; hereinafter “JR East”) announced that, from June 9, 2026, the number of stations eligible for the “povo Data Oasis” service for users of the inbound overseas travelers eSIM service Japan SIM will be expanded. As a result, data top-ups will be available at a total of 83 stations, primarily within JR East service areas.

Newsletter: Filipino music goes global: ALYSON, PLAYERTWO, and Novocrane land spots at AXEAN Festival 2026

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Fast-rising Filipino artists ALYSON, PLAYERTWO, and Novocrane are set to represent the country at AXEAN Festival 2026, Southeast Asia’s premier music showcase and conference platform, happening on August 29-30, 2026, at Jimbaran Hub in Bali, Indonesia.

Newsletter: Aurora Ventures Targets Funding Gaps for Women Founders in the Philippines and Emerging Markets

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Aurora Ventures launches with backing from inDrive – a global mobility and delivery platform scaled to unicorn status across the same emerging markets the program is investing in – for its 2026 pilot year. 

Newsletter: Gab Cabangon revisits his band roots in angst-fueled track “Ikot Ulit”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Gab Cabangon channels frustration and unresolved anger in “Ikot Ulit,” the third official single off his highly anticipated debut EP to be released this year. Described as his 'paasa' anthem and 'galitcore' track, the pop-rock tune comes from a place of personal uncertainty and professional setbacks, confronting the experience of repeatedly facing broken promises with both grit and emotional exhaustion.