Words by Samantha Cedro Hi, I am Samantha Cedro from the Philippines. My journey in singing started when I was six years old. I joined and performed in our church activity called “Little Voices, Big Dreams,” where I had the privilege of being coached by Isay Alvarez and Robert Seña. At such a young age,…
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TNC, MarketFest PH and Ollocal PH Team Up to Put Filipino MSMEs in the Spotlight Through the Return of Biyaheng TNC Caravan
A new content-driven partnership opens a bigger digital stage for local entrepreneurs—and an opportunity for brands to invest in the stories behind Filipino businesses. The road to discovering the Philippines’ next great local brands is about to become even more exciting. The New Channel (TNC) is partnering with MarketFest PH, with Ollocal PH creating and…
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PH–Korea Copyright Forum Explores Solutions to Digital, AI Challenges Facing Music Industry
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) and the Korea Copyright Protection Agency (KCOPA) from the Republic of Korea recently exchanged insights on navigating the challenges of managing music rights in the digital era at the 2026 Philippines-Korea Copyright Forum, highlighting the role of collective management organizations (CMOs) in protecting rightsholders’ commercial…
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Casa Charlie Brings Affordable Boutique Hospitality with Heart toMakati
MAKATI CITY, Philippines — Casa Charlie is introducing a new boutique hotel concept near Makati’s business district that combines thoughtful design, practical comfort, and affordable accommodations with a warm, welcoming atmosphere for today’s travelers. The property opened in July 2025 and currently operates 30 rooms as part of its first phase. It is expected to…
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Asia Rose Simpson Makes History at Miss World 2026 Head-to-Head Challenge
MANILA, Philippines — Eighteen-year-old Miss World Philippines 2026 Asia Rose Simpson made a strong mark on the international stage after winning the Asia & Oceania Head-to-Head Challenge at Miss World 2026, securing her place in the competition’s Top 40. For the final round, Simpson was asked: “Asia and Oceania include some of the world’s oldest…
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KWC Philippines and MarketFest PH Caravan Join Forces to Bring Music and MSME Opportunities to Luzon
Cavite, Philippines — The search for the next Filipino singing champion is heading farther South as Karaoke World Championships (KWC) Philippines partners with MarketFest PH Caravan for Luzon audition legs, creating a unique platform where Filipino talent, local entrepreneurship, and community engagement come together. The engagement brings together three organizations with a shared commitment to…
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Singapore Tops 2026 Global Good Government Index for Fourth Consecutive Year
SINGAPORE — Singapore has once again been recognized as the world’s top-performing government, ranking first in the 2026 Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI) for the fourth consecutive year. The 2026 index assessed the government capabilities and performance of 133 countries using 35 indicators across seven pillars, including leadership and foresight, strong institutions, financial stewardship, public…
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TNC and Bluefish Asia Renew Partnership to Bring KWC Philippines Closer to Local Artists
The partnership enters a new chapter as TNC and Bluefish Asia commit to a continuing series of auditions, live gigs, and artist-development opportunities leading to the identifying the next KWC Philippines Champion in April 2027. The journey to discover the Philippines’ next great karaoke voice is set to reach even more communities as The New…
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Bridging The Financing Gap for Women-Led Enterprises Through IP Valuation
Giving women entrepreneurs greater access to financing through the valuation of their intellectual property (IP) can help more women-led businesses break through growth barriers and scale their enterprises globally, according to trade and innovation experts from government and industry at a recent forum held by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines’ (IPOPHL). “If one knows how much something is worth, the owner is in a better position to make the…
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Monaco Hotel Marks Second Anniversary by Honoring Employees and Celebrating Shared Success
Engr. Reynaldo A. Carpio, Founder of Monaco Hotel, delivers his welcome remarks during the hotel’s 2nd Anniversary Celebration. TAYTAY, Rizal — Monaco Hotel celebrated its second anniversary with a heartfelt gathering that recognized the people behind its success—its employees. The milestone celebration underscored the hotel’s belief that exceptional hospitality begins with a dedicated team committed…
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