BanKo, Jollibee Group Foundation Strengthen Support For Filipino Onion Farmers Through Financing Partnership

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LIFESTYLE | June 24, 2026

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BPI Direct BanKo Inc.: A Savings Bank (BanKo), the microfinance arm of the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), and Jollibee Group Foundation (JGF), the social development arm of the Jollibee Group, continue to strengthen their partnership to support Filipino onion farmers through accessible and sustainable financing under the Foundation’s Farmer Entrepreneurship Program (FEP). The collaboration aims to help improve farmers’ productivity, increase their income, and create long-term growth opportunities for local farming communities. 

Samsung Vision AI TVs Empower You To Play Your Way

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TECHNOLOGY | June 24, 2026

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Samsung showcased how its latest Vision AI TVs are redefining the home entertainment experience, demonstrating how breakthrough display technology and intelligent AI features can elevate the passions that matter most to everyone. Last June 17, 2026 at BSK in Mandaluyong, Samsung unveiled its newest Vision AI TV lineup and highlighted how today’s televisions have evolved beyond traditional viewing devices into versatile companions for gaming, fitness, sports, movies, music, and everyday living. 

CCP Channel Curates Tales Of Freedom, Identity, And Truth For June

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ENTERTAINMENT | June 24, 2026

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Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan (Freedom, Future, History) has served as the continuing theme for Philippine Independence Day since 2023, but the message remains just as relevant today. This June, it resonates within the CCP Channel’s lineup, where stories of freedom cross with stories of identity, particularly those of the queer community. 

Infinix Users To Get 3 Months Of Google AI Plus At No Cost On Eligible Devices

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TECHNOLOGY | June 24, 2026

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Infinix announced a new 3-month extended trial of Google AI Plus (2 TB) to users of eligible Infinix devices including the NOTE 60 Series, GT 50 Pro, NOTE Edge, HOT 70, and SMART 20. This plan enables access to Google’s AI-powered productivity and creativity tools, including Gemini app, Nano Banana 2 and NotebookLM, along with 2 TB of cloud storage, delivering advanced digital experiences directly to Infinix users at no extra cost. 

Better Together: Connect Home And Mobile With Globe For Bigger Value And Everyday Savings

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TECHNOLOGY | June 24, 2026

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In today’s fast‑moving world, staying connected is about more than speed, it’s about having one seamless experience that keeps up with family, work, and play. Globe Telecom now makes everyday life easier and more rewarding by uniting its most trusted mobile and home internet services. What you love on mobile, streaming, chatting, studying, and playing is now powered by fiber internet at home, giving families uninterrupted connections wherever they are while unlocking rewards that celebrate commitment and deliver real everyday value. 

mWell Closes The Gap For Accessible Mental Health Care For Filipinos

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LIFESTYLE | June 24, 2026

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mWell, the Philippines’ fully integrated digital healthcare platform by Metro Pacific Health Tech Corporation, gives voice to a truth many Filipinos know but rarely say out loud: sometimes, the happiest-looking person in the room is fighting the hardest battle alone. 

New Details Revealed for PokémonXP And 2026 Pokémon World Championships, Pokémon North America International Championships Moves To Chicago In 2027

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GAMING | June 24, 2026

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2026 North America International Champions Crowned Ahead Of Season Finale In San Francisco, California, U.S.A. 

After an electric weekend at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana that saw competitors battle it out in Pokémon Champions, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon GO and Pokémon UNITE, the 2026 Pokémon North America International Champions have been crowned. Trainers around the world were also treated to new announcements for PokémonXP and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships taking place on August 2026 in San Francisco, California. It was also announced that Chicago will host the 2027 Pokémon North America International Championships. 

G2 And PUBG MOBILE eSports Announce Partnership To Expand Western Europe’s eSports Ecosystem

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SPORTS, GAMING | June 24, 2026

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G2, one of the world’s leading entertainment and eSports brands, and PUBG MOBILE eSports are excited to announce their partnership to develop the mobile eSports scene in Western Europe. Combining G2's award-winning industry expertise with PUBG MOBILE eSports' global competitive ecosystem, the partnership will drive growth across the region through the 2026 PUBG MOBILE Club Open (PMCO) Western Europe Wildcard alongside the launch of a dedicated ambassador programme. 

On The Radar: BARMM Treasury Office, GCash Partner To Simplify Digital Collections For Ministries, Offices, And Agencies In The Bangsamoro Region

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ON THE RADAR | June 24, 2026

L-R: GCash Public Sector Head Cleo Celeste Santos, Bangsamoro Regional Treasury Chief Naila Z. Dimaraw, Bangsamoro Regional Minister of Finance and Budget and Management Atty. Ubaida C. Pacasem, GCash B2B General Manager Paul Vincent Albanao, GCash VisMin Regional Business Head Tania Gil-Padilla (Image Source: United News PH/Bangsamoro Autonomous Region In Muslim Mindanao)

The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), through its collecting Ministries, Offices, and Agencies, will soon introduce a more convenient way for constituents to pay government fees and complete transactions following a new partnership between the Bangsamoro Treasury Office (BTO), a sectoral office under the Ministry of Finance, Budget, and Management, and GCash. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to improving access to public services by providing a digital platform that connects government services directly to constituents, making transactions simpler, faster, and more accessible across the region. 

AEW Announces Partnership With The Last Match: A Pro Wrestling Rock Experience

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ENTERTAINMENT | June 24, 2026

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Revolutionary Fusion Of West End Musical Theatre And Professional Wrestling To Open On London’s West End This Fall

All Elite Wrestling officially announced a partnership with The Last Match: A Pro-Wrestling Rock Experience, a groundbreaking new live entertainment event set to premiere in London’s West End this fall. This partnership marks the first time a major wrestling company has stepped into the world of original musical theatre. Opening in the heart of London’s West End, AEW Presents The Last Match: A Pro Wrestling Rock Experience will transform a historic 52,000 square ft. venue near Tottenham Court Road into an immersive wrestling and rock-and-roll wonderland, creating one of the most unique live entertainment experiences ever staged in the United Kingdom. 

GMA Network Forges Landmark Partnership With Viva Music Group To Transform The OPM Scene

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ENTERTAINMENT | June 24, 2026

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Philippine broadcast media powerhouse GMA Network Inc. officially joined forces with Viva Music Group to strengthen the Filipino music industry through GMV Studios, a joint venture corporation focused on elevating Original Pilipino Music (OPM) and Filipino artists on both the local and international stage. Marking a bold new chapter in GMA Network's strategic expansion in the entertainment industry, this landmark business venture builds on the successful collaboration between GMA Network and Viva Communications Inc. in recent years. 

CJ ENM Showcases Global IP Leadership At Busan Content Market

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ENTERTAINMENT | June 24, 2026

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CJ ENM recently participated in the 20th Busan Content Market (BCM 2026), Asia's largest content market, where it showcased the global competitiveness and future vision of K-content to international media executives and industry professionals. Beyond sharing milestones in format exports and global ventures, CJ ENM shared its strategic know-how on international co-productions, engaging with both industry leaders and the next generation of creators to help chart the future direction of the K-content landscape. 

Three Champions, One Statement: Africa Becomes New BRAVE CF Powerhouse

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SPORTS | June 24, 2026

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BRAVE Combat Federation has always prided itself on being the most global mixed martial arts organization in the world. Over the years, the promotion has provided a platform for athletes from every corner of the globe to showcase their talent and pursue championship glory. Today, that global vision has produced a remarkable milestone for the African continent. For the first time in BRAVE CF history, three African athletes simultaneously hold championship gold in the organization. This underlines the continent's growing influence within the promotion and across the international MMA landscape. 

PLDT Global Builds The Growth Rails Connecting Brands To The Overseas Filipino Market

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LIFESTYLE | June 24, 2026

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As millions of Filipinos abroad continue to support families back home through digital transactions, PLDT Global – the international unit of PLDT — is positioning itself as the go-to partner of local and international brands as they move from passive overseas exposure to sustained, measurable engagement with global Filipino consumers. With more than two decades of experience serving overseas Filipino communities, the company has evolved beyond connectivity into an integrated digital ecosystem that combines distribution, commerce, and advertising, designed around how Filipinos abroad live, spend, and stay emotionally connected across borders. 

Team Spirit Claim Historic MLBB Continental Championships Season 7 Title As Verso Time Secure First International Qualification

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SPORTS, GAMING | June 24, 2026

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Team Spirit was crowned Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Continental Championships (MCC) Season 7 champions, securing a historic seventh consecutive league title. The season also celebrates a new international contender in Verso Time whose second-place finish secured the team's first international qualification. This breakthrough will see a new MCC representative compete on the global stage at the Mid Season Cup (MSC) at the 2026 eSports World Cup (EWC). 

JSKILLS, Pilipinas Aguilas Dominate Red Bull Half Court National Finals, Headed For World Finals On December 2026

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SPORTS | June 24, 2026

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Manila's JSKILLS and Pilipinas Aguilas emerged victorious as national champions at the Red Bull Half Court 2026 Philippines National Finals in Bigger Pictures, Mandaluyong last June 13, 2026. Following the qualifiers across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the Philippines’ top streetball teams collided at the recently held National Finals where pace, chemistry, and grit defined every possession. 

From Php5K Cash Gift To World Markets: How A DOST-Assisted Filipino Cosmetics Firm Turned Quality Into Its Global Edge

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LIFESTYLE | June 24, 2026

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In an industry where beauty brands emerge almost overnight and digital marketplaces reward speed and visibility, staying relevant is difficult. Earning trust is even harder. Yet one homegrown Filipino company chose a different formula. Instead of relying on trends alone, C&H Cosmetics Industry invested in something less visible but far more enduring — technology, certifications, research, quality systems, and continuous innovation. 

Gaming News: Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 Wraps Up With New Champions And Games Of The Future 2026 Qualifiers Confirmed

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GAMING | June 24, 2026

ACF x Allur celebrating their victory in Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 (Image Source: PR Newswire Asia/Phygital International)

Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 concluded in dramatic fashion, crowning champions across three disciplines while determining the latest clubs and athletes to secure their places at the Games Of The Future 2026. Over five days of competition in Astana, more than 200 participants from over 20 countries competed across Phygital Football, Phygital Basketball and Phygital Dancing, battling for qualification to the Games Of The Future 2026. Taking place in world-class venues across the city, the tournament brought together some of the strongest competitors from Europe, Africa, Asia and South America as the season-long qualification pathway reached its decisive stage. 

Palawan Group Bridges The Gap For OFWs In Hong Kong

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LIFESTYLE | June 21, 2026

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For millions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), life abroad means enduring long hours, homesickness, and sacrifice for one meaningful purpose: giving their loved ones in the Philippines a better life. Behind every remittance is a story of hard work, resilience, love, and hope — a lifeline that keeps Filipino families connected across borders. As part of its initiative during the recent Flores de Mayo festivities, the Palawan Group of Companies transformed its booth into an engaging community hub where OFWs could reconnect with fellow kababayans (citizens) while learning more about the company’s remittance services for Filipino families worldwide. 

Maximize Your Fun With Epic Battery, Immersive Screen From HUAWEI nova 15 Max, Only At Php19,888

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TECHNOLOGY | June 21, 2026

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When your daily life doesn’t hit pause, you need a device you can fully rely on. Powered by the biggest battery ever among HUAWEI phones, the HUAWEI nova 15 Max helps you make the most out of every moment with an immersive display and sound, a durable design, and innovative imaging capabilities — for only Php19,888. Whether you’re constantly on the move or just a heavy smartphone user, the HUAWEI nova 15 Max is the kind of device that will keep you going even as your day gets busy.