Newsletter: Muri and Shigge capture the fleeting beauty of twilight in new song “Golden Hour”

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Photo credits: Ted Orsenado

Filipino soul-pop artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge have finally dropped  “Golden Hour,” the luminous first single off their upcoming joint EP, SETSUNA—slated to be released next month.

Newsletter: Filipino soul-pop artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge tease upcoming new track “Golden Hour”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Muri and Japanese producer Shigge have officially announced their collaborative new single, “Golden Hour,” via a minimalist teaser posted to Instagram last night, sparking anticipation for their cross-border release.

Newsletter: Stay connected instantly with Globe Traveler eSIM; now at PH airports

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Globe is making travel connectivity even more convenient for inbound tourists with the introduction of the Globe Traveler eSIM at airport booths, bundled with a free foodpanda voucher.

Newsletter: Nette Montenegro Recognized as the Best SEO & Digital Marketer for SMEs in the Philippines

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Nette Montenegro, a rising force in the Philippine digital marketing scene, is gaining national recognition for her exceptional work in SEO and small business growth strategy. With over three years of experience helping local entrepreneurs thrive online, Nette has built a reputation as one of the most trusted and results-driven digital marketers for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Newsletter: Ateneo study highlights workforce hurdles to Universal Health Care in the Philippines

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Despite being a top exporter of healthcare professionals, the Philippines faces a chronic shortage of nurses and physicians. Also, many health graduates in the country are unprepared for real-world public health work. Government primary care facilities and hospitals struggle to hire sufficient staff due to budget and policy barriers, while private hospitals struggle to keep their staff due to fiscal constraints.

These findings, published recently in the international journal Human Resources for Health by Ateneo de Manila University researchers, are major hurdles to the implementation of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the country.

Newsletter: Gandang SEO Charcoal Soap is the Best Black Soap in the Philippines

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When beauty meets brains, you get a product like no other. Introducing Gandang SEO Charcoal Soap—hailed by skincare lovers and digital mavens alike as the best black soap in the Philippines.

Newsletter: Philippines Launches First-Ever SEO Day on October 3, 2025

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The Philippines launches its first-ever SEO Day on October 3, 2025, honoring SEO pioneer Jin Grey (Jean Diaz Palabrica) and celebrating the growing impact of Filipino SEO professionals worldwide. With 17 years in the industry, Jin has mentored over 1,000 individuals and inspired thousands through her work at JinGrey.com and GandangSEO.com. Philippines SEO Day aims to recognize SEO as a future-proof career and uplift Filipino digital talent through education, community, and awareness.

Newsletter: Dexcon Dakila is Primed to be the Country’s Biggest Pro Wrestling Show in 2025

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Dexcon has a packed weekend this coming May with Dexcon Dakila! The Philippines’ biggest pro wrestling show in 2025 will happen from May 17 to May 18, 2025. 

Newsletter: SAASCON PH ’25 Sets the Stage for AI-Powered SaaS 2.0 in the Philippines

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As Sprout Solutions marks its 10th year as the Philippines’ most trusted and largest B2B SaaS company, it hosts its biggest event of the year, the 3rd annual SaaScon PH, the country’s premier conference for the local Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) industry. 

Newsletter: GCash ensures secure, real-time remittances for Filipinos in the US

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GCash reinforces its commitment to protect users through cutting-edge cybersecurity measures and fraud protection programs

Millions of Filipinos in the United States continue to have access to safe and instant remittance services to the Philippines as the country’s leading finance app and largest cashless ecosystem GCash reinforced its commitment to protect users through cutting-edge cybersecurity measures and fraud protection programs. 

Newsletter: Mary Olmstead Showcases OneSuite Business at Kloud Solutions Inc. Launch, Bringing Seamless US Business Communications to the Philippines

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The Kloud Solutions Inc. Launch event was a groundbreaking moment in the Philippine IT and cloud computing industry, marking a new era in telecommunications and business solutions. Among the key highlights of the event was the presentation of OneSuite Business by Mary Olmstead, an emerging leader in IT and cloud communications, who introduced the cutting-edge virtual PBX system designed to revolutionize business communications for solopreneurs, small businesses, and remote teams.

Newsletter: ITSTEP Academy Philippines Hosts Open House in Davao City

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ITSTEP Academy Philippines invites technology enthusiasts, students, parents, and career-switchers to its highly anticipated Open House event, “Level Up: ITSTEP Academy Philippines Open House.” The event will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the 2nd Floor, Pharma Nutria Building, #2 Rimas St. corner J.P. Laurel Avenue, Barangay Wilfredo Aquino, Bajada, Davao City.

This exciting event offers prospective students an immersive experience where they can explore the Academy’s specialized courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and expert faculty. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover career pathways in IT, participate in interactive sessions, and gain insights into various technology-driven programs designed to prepare them for success in the digital world.

Newsletter: Tamashii Nations Pop-up Spot Now Open in the Philippines!

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TAMASHII NATIONS is bringing the first Tamashii Nations Pop-up Spot in the Philippines & its world-renowned collectibles showcase to Manila!

Newsletter: GCash, Viamericas alliance enables OFWs in North America to send real-time remittances to the Philippines

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(L-R) GCash International general manager Paul Albano, Viamericas PH country head and head of perations of non-latam Raquel Aquino and GCash International head of product and EMEA Jules Abalos

GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance app and largest cashless ecosystem, has recently forged an alliance with Viamericas, a leading licensed money transmitter in the United States, allowing overseas Filipinos in North America to remit straight to the GCash accounts of their loved ones in the Philippines in real-time. 

Newsletter: Pernod Ricard Philippines Introduces Digital Labels to Empower Filipino Consumers with Informed Choices

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Pernod Ricard Philippines, a leading producer of premium wines and spirits, proudly announces the rollout of its digital label initiative across its entire brand portfolio. This pioneering move aims to provide Filipino consumers with transparent, accessible information to help them make well-informed and responsible drinking decisions.

Newsletter: Clues of advanced ancient technology found in the Philippines and Island Southeast Asia

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New archaeological evidence suggests that ancient inhabitants of the Philippines and Island Southeast Asia had the advanced plant-working technology needed for sophisticated boat building and open-sea fishing. CREDIT: Pawlik, 2025

The ancient peoples of the Philippines and of Island Southeast Asia (ISEA) may have built sophisticated boats and mastered seafaring tens of thousands of years ago—millennia before Magellan, Zheng He, and even the Polynesians.

Newsletter: Venomous Jellyfish Found in PH Waters, Biologists Confirm

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

Box jellyfishes are known for their distinctive box-like appearance and their potent venom, which can cause severe stings and fatalities. In the Philippines, many coastal communities are well aware of the dangers posed by box jellyfishes, but Filipino scientists noted that the government does not have a systematic plan to address this issue.

Preserved specimen of C. yamaguchii. (Photo credit: Boco et al., 2025)

Based on previous studies by marine researchers, a team of biologists hypothesized that Chironex yamaguchii, a dangerous species of box jellyfish known from Japan, is also present in Philippine waters. This box jellyfish was found to cause severe stings and even fatalities in the Indo-Pacific and Western Pacific regions. Their tentacles can inflict extreme pain, cause skin injuries with welts, and even trigger heart attacks and death.

Newsletter: Munimuni to headline Philippine tour next month, with stops in Manila, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, CDO, and more!

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Munimuni will embark on a Philippine tour next month as part of the campaign to promote their third full-length 2024 album, Alegorya.

Newsletter: IFPI Launches Official Philippines Chart, with Marilag by Dionela becoming first ever official # 1 track

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IFPI, representing the recording industry worldwide, has today announced the launch of The Official Philippines Chart, bringing official, industry-backed weekly music charts to the country for the first time.

Newsletter: Malcom Todd’s new single “Chest Pain (I Love)” takes Philippines and Southeast Asia by storm

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Indie rising star Malcolm Todd continues to make waves across Southeast Asia with the release of his emotive new single “Chest Pain (I Love)” via Columbia Records.