Newsletter: Clara Benin's "befriending my tears (and then some)" to be released on Vinyl by Backspacer Records

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 Filipino singer-songwriter Clara Benin will be releasing her sophomore album, befriending my tears (and then some), on vinyl for the first time this August 17, 2025, in partnership with independent vinyl retailer Backspacer Records.

Newsletter: Rizal Medical Center partners with GCash to launch digital payment solutions to enhance patient experience and access to healthcare

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(L-R) Rizal Medical Center chief administrative officer for finance Marivilla L. Osorio, CPA-MMHA; medical center chief II Doctor Maria Rica M. Lumague, MD, FPCS, MHA; with GCash vice president and head of public sector Cleo Celeste Santos, and greater manila area public sector regional head Rafael Antonio Tecson

State-run Rizal Medical Center (RMC) in Pasig City has partnered with the country’s leading finance app and cashless ecosystem, GCash, to roll out digital payments for hospital bills, aiming to enhance service efficiency and improve the patient experience, making it a first-of-its-kind for any hospital in the Philippines.

Newsletter: ena mori captures the sound of childlike wonder in new EP, rOe

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As a global pop figure with an incredible sense of sonic adventurism, ena mori continues to forge a path that defies industry expectations. Her unapologetic individuality and fearless experimentation have set her apart from her contemporaries, especially in a landscape often defined by formula. 

Newsletter: Tanay MSMEs tackle tech tools to grow and #BeCyberSmart

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Tanay MSMEs entrepreneurs share the lessons they learned during the #CyberSmart session on how they can protect their businesses from online scams.

Micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Tanay, Rizal are learning about tools and solutions that can boost their businesses, while also taking vital steps to stay safe online and #BeCyberSmart. 

Newsletter: NEXUS ACADEMIA 2025: WHERE PASSIONS COLLIDE

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The halls were jampacked. Indie and uprising bands blasting in the background, students waiting in queue, and communities came together. Nexus Academia became a center where music, gaming, arts, and community would collide into a new frontier.

Newsletter: Globe AT HOME rewards loyal customers with speed boosts of up to 1 Gbps at no extra cost

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Globe AT HOME is boosting internet speeds for many of its loyal GFiber Plan postpaid customers at no extra cost. No sign-ups, no hidden fees, just faster, stronger, and reliable connectivity delivered straight to their homes.

Newsletter: Score up to 60% on realme Smartphones, Wearables, and More This August

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In celebration of realme FanFest 2025, realme Philippines is rolling out exciting discounts on a wide range of devices, offering fans a chance to upgrade their tech with huge savings on Shopee and TikTok Shop. 

Newsletter: XG 1st Live Album: XG 1st WORLD TOUR “The first HOWL” Out Now

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Hiphop/R&B-inspired girl group XG has released their first live album, XG 1st WORLD TOUR “The first HOWL” Live, on 8th August!

Newsletter: Listen: Filipino singer-songwriter Muri links up with Japanese producer Shigge in dance-infused EP, SETSUNA

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Filipino indie pop/soul artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge have finally released their first joint EP, SETSUNA.

Newsletter: UP MSI to establish PH’s first coral cryobank facility for coral restoration

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FOR CORAL RESTORATION. Pocillopora is one of the Pocilloporid corals targeted for larvae cryopreservation. 

As coral reefs face increasing threats from climate change and human activity, the UP Marine Science Institute (MSI) is set to establish the country’s first coral larvae cryobank facility to boost coral restoration in the Philippines. 

Newsletter: Uptown Bonifacio Unveils New Spots for Wellness, Tech Lovers, and Collectors

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In today’s world where lifestyle experiences are shaped by a blend of innovation and thoughtful refinement, Uptown Bonifacio continues to set the pace—where fresh arrivals bring a refreshing mix of cutting-edge and timeless appeal. Here, tech meets tranquility, and a touch of nostalgia finds a cozy home amid sleek, contemporary spaces.

Here’s a closer look at what’s new at Uptown Bonifacio:

Newsletter: Pasay City rolls out financial aid distribution for students through GCash

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(L-R) Pasay City barangay bureau head Enrique Pascual III, with GCash public sector regional sales head for NCR Rafael Tecson, and public sector account manager Emilio Ylanan; Pasay City councilor Justine Jane Advincula and councilor Luigi Calixto Rubiano; GCash VP and head of public sector Cleo Celeste Santos; Pasay City mayor Imelda "Emi" Gallardo Calixto-Rubiano, congressman Antonino "Tony" Gallardo Calixto, and vice mayor Mark Calixto during the ceremonial signing of the partnership to roll out GCash-powered financial aid distribution for Pasay City residents

The City Government of Pasay has partnered with GCash, the country's leading finance app and largest cashless ecosystem, to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of its financial aid disbursements. This initiative supports the city’s broader digital transformation efforts and aligns with the national mandate for government agencies and LGUs to adopt digital processes.

Newsletter: We Are Imaginary releases Dracula-themed music video for new single “Stockholm”

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Filipino indie rock stalwarts We Are Imaginary has dropped the official music video for their latest single, “Stockholm.”

Newsletter: SB19 launches global fan contest for Singapore leg of Simula at Wakas World Tour

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SB19 and Sony Music Entertainment Asia are giving fans worldwide the chance of a lifetime to join the “Paglayag” global giveaway campaign for the Simula at Wakas World Tour in Singapore.

Newsletter: MHSD-BARMM, GCash partnership brings faster and safer cashless transactions in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

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(L-R) GCash vice president and head of public sector Cleo Celeste Santos and B2B general manager Jong Layug, G-Xchange, Inc. president and CEO Ren-Ren Reyes, with Ministry of Human Settlements and Development in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao minister Atty. Hamid Aminoddin Barra, deputy minister Aldin Asiri, and director general Esmael Ebrahim

Bangsamoro communities can now experience faster, safer, and more convenient access to digital payments—thanks to a new partnership between the Ministry of Human Settlements and Development (MHSD) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and the country’s leading finance app, GCash. This joint initiative marks a significant step towards advancing inclusive and sustainable finance across the region.