Ho Chi Minh City, August 2026 – At Vietnam Wedding Week 2026, DO LONG BRIDAL introduced The Prime, bringing a design language associated with glamour, confidence and visual impact into a new conversation: bridal fashion. Presented as part of Bridal Fashion Show 2026, the collection marked an important moment in Do Long’s exploration of the…
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Jazper Tiongson Ushers in a New Era as He Launches Debut Album with Star Music
MANILA, Philippines — After years of captivating audiences as one of the country’s most sought-after hosts, singers, and content creators, Jazper Tiongson officially turns the page to his most personal chapter yet—his debut album under Star Music, one of the Philippines’ premier record labels. The milestone marks the realization of a lifelong dream and the…
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Homegrown brand CHERRY joins E-Commerce MOU to combat counterfeit consumer electronics
August 27, 2026 The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has facilitated the onboarding of mobile and consumer electronics brand CHERRY to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on E-Commerce, strengthening efforts to protect its products and consumers from counterfeits while promoting a safer and more trusted online marketplace. Formerly Cherry Mobile, the brand has evolved from its origins as a popular provider of affordable mobile phones into a…
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Baguio Students Build Skyscrapers Out of Spaghetti in Latest STEM Discovery Program
Forty-two Grade 5 pupils at Springhills Elementary School in Baguio City traded textbooks for hands-on experiments, building spaghetti towers and density models with Texas Instruments volunteers in the third round of ASSIST’s EXCITE STEM LEAP Discovery Program. BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Forty-two Grade 5 pupils at Springhills Elementary School stepped away from traditional textbooks and…
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World Council Excellence Awards Ministry Inc. Honors PR1ME Z Leaders with Multiple Distinctions
PR1ME Z Entrepreneurs Inc. marks another significant milestone as two of its leaders receive multiple recognitions from the World Council Excellence Awards Ministry Inc. President & CEO Zack Lopez was recognized as Asia Pacific Entrepreneur and received the Dangal ng Bayan Negosyante distinction. Vice President Mhai Bantados was likewise honored as a Women of the World – Certified Member Business Advocate and received the Dangal ng…
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Toyota Motor Philippines Named Top Customs Revenue contributor at Port Batangas
The country’s automotive leader, Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP), has onceagain been recognized by the Bureau of Customs – Port of Batangas (BOC-POB) as its Top1 import revenue collection contributor for the period of January to July 2026. The distinction was conferred during the BOC-POB’s 69 th Founding Anniversary celebrationheld on August 17, 2026, in…
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Faith Leaders in PH Join 3,000 Worldwide to Defend Religious Freedom, Due Process
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine pastors and other Christian delegates joined about 3,000 religious leaders worldwide in a global call to defend religious freedom, equality, human dignity and due process. The Philippine gathering brought together 374 participants through onsite and online sessions held in three locations across the country recently. The Philippine participation was part of…
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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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