A major milestone in Philippine basketball unfolded on 23 February 2026, as SportsPlus and the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) officially signed their League Title Partnership in an exclusive launch event that signals a new era for the league’s growth and digital expansion held at Gameville Ball Park, Mandaluyong City. The partnership cements SportsPlus as…
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Ateneo BOx Launches LoveBOx 2026: Earthbound Echoes — A Musical Call to Protect the Sierra Madre
The Ateneo Biological Organization (Ateneo BOx) is set to redefine Valentine’s Day this year by shifting the spotlight to our shared home. The organization officially announces LoveBOx 2026: Earthbound Echoes, an immersive musical celebration and advocacy campaign dedicated to protecting the Sierra Madre mountain range. Scheduled for February 20, 2026, at the Ateneo de Manila…
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Philippines leads several initiatives under ASEAN IP Rights Roadmap 2026-2030
The Philippines, through the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), has committed to spearheading initiatives to strengthen intellectual property (IP) administration, awareness, capacity building and commercialization under the ASEAN Intellectual Property Rights Action Plan for 2026–2030 (AIPRAP 2030) that is now in force. Approved by member states, the regional economic development agenda aims to…
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IPOPHL urges ASEAN IP offices to push for commercialization thru strengthened TISC network
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) urged ASEAN intellectualproperty (IP) offices to place commercialization at the heart of innovation support, callingfor stronger regional collaboration to ensure that research and technologies translate intoreal-world impact. The call was made during the 2nd ASEAN Technology and Innovation Support Center(TISC) Network Task Force Meeting, hosted by IPOPHL…
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Love Starts Within, Grows With Community: A Lifestyle Celebration at Victoria Sports Club and VS Hotel Convention Center
Love is not just about romance. It is about showing up better for yourself so you can show up stronger for the people who matter most. That spirit came alive at “Stay Lucky in Love,” recently held at Victoria Sports Club and VS Hotel Convention Center. The gathering felt less like a typical event and…
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Why 2026 Is No Longer Just About Business
For many years, business success has been defined by growth, revenue, and scale. These indicators remain important. However, as the Philippines enters 2026 amid economic transition and workforce shifts, they are no longer sufficient on their own. Increasingly, the question facing business leaders is not only how fast enterprises grow, but what kind of impact…
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Where Brilliance Shines: PMA Hosts the 44th AgoraAwards on 11 February 2026
Manila, Philippines — The Philippine Marketing Association proudly announces the 44thAgora Awards, set to take place on 11 February 2026, at the Grand Ballroom of WinfordResort Manila, Sta. Cruz, Manila. As the country’s premier recognition program in marketing,the Agora Awards continues its long-standing legacy of honoring outstanding achievements,visionary leadership, and impactful strategies that shape the…
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Building Safety from the Ground Up: NMWSO Philippines Safety-by-Design Showcase
On 29 January 2026, The New Channel (TNC) had the privilege of attending and covering the NMWSO Philippines Grand Challenge – Safety-by-Design (SbD) Showcase at the Marco Polo Ortigas. What unfolded was more than a technology showcase—it was a collective call to action to create safer digital environments for women and marginalized communities. The event…
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Filipina, Alex Eala Shines in Dramatic WTA Run at the Abu Dhabi Open
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Filipino tennis sensation Alexandra “Alex” Eala delivered one of the most electrifying performances of the season at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, advancing deep into the WTA 500 event with grit, heart, and unforgettable tennis. Rising Through the Ranks Eala arrived in Abu Dhabi as a top-50 WTA player,…
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MSMEs undergo first intensive WIPO-IPOPHL mentoring program to build IP strategies for business growth
Over 20 MSMEs from all over the country are set to maximize their business value from the recently launched Intellectual Property Management Clinic (IPMC), a joint initiative led by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) that will provide MSMEs strategic one-on-one mentoring sessions for their development…
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