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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Sunday Gospel | What Adam Wanted. What Christ Refused.
Homily: First Sunday of Lent (A) Genesis 2:7–9; 3:1–7 | Romans 5:12–19 | Matthew 4:1–11 Fr. Ricky Cañet Montañez, AA Once, I overheard someone ask his friend, “Why is it that the things we are not allowed to have seem the most attractive? And isn’t that true? Those with high blood pressure still feel tempted…
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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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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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Sunday Gospel | Entrusted with Freedom
Homily: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A) Sirach 15:15–20 | 1 Corinthians 2:6–10 | Matthew 5:17–37 Have you ever noticed how parents treat their children differently as they grow older? When children are small we grip their hands tightly when crossing the street. We practically watch their every step lest they fall or get lost….
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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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Travel Tax Abolition Gains Ground: Why Many Filipinos Say It’s Time to Let It Go
OPINION | The long-standing Philippine travel tax is now at the center of a serious national conversation, as lawmakers push for its abolition in what many describe as a long-overdue reform. For decades, Filipinos departing for international destinations have been required to pay a mandatory travel tax — ₱1,620 for economy class and ₱2,700 for…
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SexBomb Girls: The Reunion That Took the Philippines by Storm
December 2025, one of the Philippines’ most beloved girl groups — the SexBomb Girls — surprised generations of fans with the announcement of a massive reunion concert series titled Get, Get, Aw! The SexBomb Concert. On Sunday (8 February 2026), this well loved girl dance group welcomed their fifth and final ‘rAWnd’ for their highly…
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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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