Newsletter: On World Password Day Kaspersky warns against AI password generation

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How many passwords do you have? It could be more than you think. Most online services and apps require the user to create a password. Chances are many of those passwords are not being used daily and due to this overabundance, there’s a high probability that many of the passwords are being reused.

Newsletter: At Expo 2025, Glico Highlights Innovation Through "Cellular-Care" Research and "Rice Soft Candy"

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Ezaki Glico Co., Ltd. is a Silver Partner of the Expo’s Signature Pavilion “EARTH MART” and a Premium Partner of the “Osaka Healthcare Pavilion” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. As part of its participation in both pavilions, Glico held a press briefing on April 30 to share two key announcements: a newly obtained patent related to its “Cellular-care” research, and the development of “Rice soft candy” for the Expo 2025. At the “Osaka Healthcare Pavilion”, Glico is presenting an exhibition focused on “Cellular-care”. The company has been accelerating research on aging prevention and has announced that it has obtained a patent for demonstrating the senescent cell–removing effect of Persian silk tree. In addition to the details of the research that led to the patent, the briefing also covered the story behind “Rice soft candy”, which is being distributed exclusively at the Signature Pavilion “EARTH MART”. This newsletter provides a summary of the press releases announced.

Newsletter: GLOBAL STAR TOM ODELL UNVEILS NEW TRACK “DON’T LET ME GO” + NEW VIDEO

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Global star and award-winning singer-songwriter Tom Odell unveils a first taste of new music with “Don’t Let Me Go”—listen HERE. The track premieres alongside a music video—watch HERE.

The song channels the despair, frustration and helplessness felt in an emotionally challenging relationship. Odell states, “the sense, almost every week, that the world is ending in some capacity—which it is, for some people.”

Newsletter: A Decade of Magic: Globe rewards fans with ultimate Star Wars Celebration

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Globe1: Student winners and Globe Multi-Product Owner (customers with both Globe Mobile and Globe At Home accounts) winners enjoying the Star Wars Celebration in Japan as part of Globe’s 10-year collaboration with Disney.

Over the past decade, Globe and Disney have shared a commitment to bringing world-class entertainment to audiences all over the Philippines. Since 2015, Globe has brought Disney stories right to the heart of Filipino audiences both in their own living rooms and also while they’re on-the-go.

Newsletter: 13-year-old Swimmer with Autism Dives into Global Stage, Qualifies for Oceanman Dubai

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13-year-old Palmer Taliño Taray, a teenager from Davao City diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), qualified for the prestigious open water swimming competition in Dubai after triumphantly finishing the first ever Oceanman Philippines held in Siargao on 5 April 2025.

Newsletter: Cyber Immunity recognized by 71% of experts in APAC as a promising strategy against cybercriminals

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At GITEX Asia 2025, Kaspersky has revealed findings from its latest research, stating that 71% of cybersecurity professionals from Asia Pacific (APAC) regard Cyber Immunity as an effective strategy for minimizing the capabilities of cybercriminals to penetrate networks and compromise systems. These insights indicate a growing demand for developing secure by design systems instead of relying solely on additional cybersecurity solutions.

Newsletter: 555 Sardines Celebrate Filipino Culinary Creativity Through the Foodie Awards

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The first-ever 555 Sardines Foodie Awards just concluded, celebrating the creativity and passion of food enthusiasts through an online content creation competition.

Newsletter: JESSIE J SET TO RETURN WITH NEW MUSIC INCLUDING ‘NO SECRETS’ & ‘LIVING MY BEST LIFE’

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BRIT award-winning, multi-platinum selling artist Jessie J makes her highly anticipated return with ‘No Secrets’, her first release in four years. This will be followed by her first single ‘Living My Best Life’, produced by Ryan Tedder, out May 16th via Darco Artist Partnerships (D.A.P).

Newsletter: Rising Girl Group A2O MAY Makes a Power Move with New Single, “BOSS”

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Breakout girl group, A2O MAY, has made history as the first Chinese idol girl group to chart in the U.S. Top 40 Radio with their debut single, “Under My Skin”. The record marks a groundbreaking milestone for the group and for Chinese representation in global pop, signaling a powerful shift in the international music landscape. Now, with this new momentum, the group is ready to level up with the release of their bold new single, “BOSS”, that promises to amplify their fearless energy and global appeal.

Newsletter: Filipino-Owned Company Launches Two Nationwide Directories to Connect Service Providers with Customers

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Teampageone Web Portal Services launches two website directories to find service providers according to specialty, location, and availability

Newsletter: Multi-platinum artist James Arthur releases new album PISCES

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Following the massive success of his chart-topping album Bitter Sweet Love, James Arthur returns with his most personal project to date: PISCES – out now.

Newsletter: Tap into the Future: GCash and Mastercard bring the future of payments with Tap n' Pay

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In a move to once again transform the way Filipinos experience cashless transactions, GCash, the leading finance super app in the Philippines, and global technology company Mastercard have teamed up to introduce Tap n’ Pay – a contactless payment solution designed to make everyday transactions faster and more convenient. 

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: I am MAD debuts ‘Powered by Volunteer15m,’ marks 100th outreach

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'I am Powered by Volunteer15m' launch during MAD Meet Annual Volunteer Reunion & Anniversary Celebration in Baguio City.

I am MAD (Making A Difference) Volunteers, Inc., a volunteer-powered nonprofit, marked its 15th year with a meaningful return to Baguio City, where its journey began. The MAD Meet Annual Volunteer Reunion & Anniversary Celebration featured the launch of its newest campaign, ‘I am Powered by Volunteer15m – I am MAD: 15 Years of Heartfelt M15sion.’

Newsletter: Level Up Your Game: 7XM Gaming App Offers ₱777 Welcome Bonus

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Author's note: This post is intended for audience over 21 years old and above. Game responsibly.

The thrill of online gaming just got better as 7XM, one of the Philippines’ most trusted digital gaming platforms, officially launches its 7XM Gaming App — now available with an exclusive ₱777 welcome bonus for all new users.

Newsletter: Hapag Movement meets target one year early, helps over 120,000 families facing involuntary hunger

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The Hapag Movement, Globe’s hunger alleviation program, has reached its impact goal one year ahead of schedule, supporting over 120,000 Filipino families through the collective support of Globe and TM customers, corporate donors, and mobilization partners. 

Newsletter: Taxumo and BPI Business Banking Team Up to Empower SMEs with Faster Access to Ka-Negosyo Loans

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 Taxumo, the Philippines’ leading online tax compliance platform, has announced an exciting new partnership with BPI Business Banking to provide greater access to funding for Filipino small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Through this collaboration, Taxumo subscribers—both sole proprietors and corporations—can now enjoy faster loan processing and exclusive business loan rates under BPI’s Ka-Negosyo Loan portfolio.

Newsletter: UP Study Identifies Potential Biomarkers for Early Lung Cancer Detection

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

Graphical abstract of the study. (Photo credit: Dimayacyac-Esleta et al., 2025)

According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, with nearly 2 million deaths. In the Philippines in 2022, it recorded 23,728 new cases—making it the second most common cancer after breast cancer—and caused 20,953 deaths, the highest among all cancer types. Non-small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer, accounting for more than 80% of cases. Experts say that late diagnosis and challenges in treating late-stage cases are the main factors affecting the cancer mortality rate, including NSCLC.

Newsletter: Strengthening Community and Influence: Blogapalooza’s Milestones for a #BetterBloga

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April has been an exciting month for Blogapalooza, as we leaned into what matters most—building a stronger, more intentional creator community. True to our mantra of #BetterBloga, this month was all about connection, collaboration, and empowering creators to make a real difference through meaningful initiatives.

Newsletter:  SB19 drops two music videos for “DUNGKA!” and “Time” in bold, creative move

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Music fans are in for a compelling audio-visual experience as SB19 drops the official music video for their two singles “DUNGKA!” and “Time,” released under Sony Music Entertainment and 1Z Entertainment.