MOONTON Games, eSports Foundation Tackle The Global Rise Of Mobile eSports

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SPORTS, GAMING | August 20, 2026

L-R: eSports Foundation Director of Game Partnerships and Activations Morten Holst, MOONTON Games Head of eSports Ecosystem Ray Ng, Team Vitality Chief International Officer Danny Engels (Image Source: MOONTON Games/eSports Foundation)

Football took a century to build a global entertainment empire. Mobile eSports is doing it in a decade. 

Football took more than a hundred years to grow from a working-class weekend pastime into a global entertainment empire — one built on broadcast rights, star power, and civic loyalty that now moves billions of dollars a year. Mobile eSports is retracing that same arc in a fraction of the time, with flagship tournaments drawing multi-million peak audiences and generating nine-figure brand value — scale once reserved for the world's biggest traditional sports and entertainment properties. 

Prime Video Announces 2026-2027 NBA Season Schedule

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SPORTS | August 20, 2026

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Prime Video has officially revealed its schedule for the 2026-2027 NBA season. The second season of NBA on Prime tips off with a doubleheader on October 24, 2026 beginning with reigning World Champion New York Knicks vs the Boston Celtics at 7:00 am PHT. Later that evening, Kevin Durant returns to Austin when the Houston Rockets face the Western Conference Champion San Antonio Spurs at 9:30 am PHT at the University of Texas’s Moody Center. Looking ahead, Prime Video’s extensive NBA postseason coverage extends deeper than ever this season, culminating with an exclusive presentation of the Eastern Conference Finals. 

BatStateU Formally Opens PH’s First Industry-Based Learning Campus With More Than 700 Pioneer Engineering And Technology Students

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LIFESTYLE | August 20, 2026

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For decades, engineering education has traditionally followed a familiar path where students learn in classrooms, train in laboratories, complete industry internships, and eventually transition into the workforce. But as technology reshapes the way businesses operate, employers need engineers who can work with emerging technologies, adapt to changing production environments, and solve problems grounded in actual practice. Batangas State University, The National Engineering University (BatStateU The NEU), is challenging that sequence by bringing industry into the learning journey from the very first day of class. 

Gentry Open Draws Strong Support As Brands Invest In Development Of Philippine Tennis

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SPORTS | August 20, 2026

Gentry Open Founder and Gentry Timepieces President Hayb “Pareng Hayb” Anzures and HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng (Image Source: Manila Standard/Gentry Open)

The Gentry Open 2026 is bringing together a growing network of private-sector partners as businesses from technology, personal care, hydration, finance, automotive and lifestyle sectors throw their support behind the development of Philippine tennis. For tournament founder and owner Hayb Anzures, the partnerships are more than commercial arrangements. They are part of a broader effort to create a stronger environment for athletes and help bring greater attention to tennis in the Philippines. 

BRAVE CF's Balkan Dominance Fuels Record-Breaking Viewership Surge In India

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SPORTS | August 20, 2026

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The roar inside Burgas Arena in Bulgaria was impossible to ignore, but the loudest statement from BRAVE CF 107 came from thousands of kilometers away. As one of Eastern Europe's biggest combat sports spectacles unfolded last August 1, 2026, millions of viewers across India tuned in to witness another memorable night of elite mixed martial arts. That overwhelming response transformed the showcase into a watershed moment, producing unprecedented digital numbers that highlighted India's emergence as one of the sport's most rapidly expanding markets. 

Grab Philippines Partners With International Trade Centre To Boost MSME Digitalization

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TECHNOLOGY | August 20, 2026

Women farmer-entrepreneurs from the Rural Improvement Club (RIC) Davao City Federation Inc. took part in learning modules on AI 101 for small businesses, branding strategy, product photography, and digital business profile optimization facilitated by Digitalization Business Advisors from ITC-Digital PINAS. (Image Source: Grab Philippines)

Grab Philippines has partnered with the International Trade Centre (ITC), the joint agency of the United Nations (UN) and the World Trade Organization (WTO), to strengthen the technology and artificial intelligence capabilities of Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises and track how digital adoption translates into business growth. The collaboration brings together Grab’s flagship public-private partnership program Grab Asenso: Digital Diskarte and the Inclusive, Competitive and Responsible Digital Philippines program or Digital PINAS. 

Epic Party With Energy And Audience Interaction At Disney On Ice Presents Let’s Dance!

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ENTERTAINMENT | August 20, 2026

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Disney On Ice is bringing the party to hometowns across the country and the guest list is jam-packed with audience’s favorite Disney characters as Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy have become DJ’s, remixing Disney tunes into colorful stories at this all-new state-of-the-art ice show. Get ready to turn up the fun when Disney On Ice Presents Let’s Dance! visits for the very first time — at the SM Seaside Cebu Arena on November 28-December 6, 2026 and at the SM Mall of Asia Arena from December 18, 2026-January 3, 2027. 

Kris Aquino Makes Fabulous Comeback As Netflix’s New C.H.I.K.A.

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ENTERTAINMENT | August 20, 2026

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Kris Aquino, the Queen of All Media, returns to the spotlight amidst her health condition as the official C.H.I.K.A., short for Chief Head of Insights and Kontent Analysis, for Netflix Philippines and it is every bit as playful as anyone would expect. True to form, Kris steps into the role with plenty of personality, sharp observations, and the kind of candid reactions fans have missed. 

eSports World Cup 2026 Reveals Paris Apparel Collection And Official Trading Cards As New Symbols Of eSports Culture

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LIFESTYLE | August 20, 2026

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eSports Foundation (EF) recentlyly introduced a new collection of apparel and collectibles inspired by traditions of global sport: the EWC26 Collection, a Paris-inspired apparel collection including exclusive Player Jackets, and the eSports World Cup (EWC)’s first official Trading Card Collection developed with Kolex. Together, the new releases give players and fans a new way to own a piece of eSports history. 

MLBB Championship Tour (MCT) Officially Expands To Southeast Asia In Q4 2026 As The Next Phase Of MLBB's eSports Globalization Strategy

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SPORTS, GAMING | August 20, 2026

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MOONTON Games, the international video game developer behind Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), has officially expanded the MLBB Championship Tour (MCT) to Southeast Asia. With the launch of the MLBB Championship Tour Southeast Asia (MCT SEA), the premier regional championship will bring the region's top non-franchised contenders into one unified pathway to break into the world, with its strongest teams earning qualification to MLBB's flagship global tournament — the M Series. 

RIZIN And PFL Make MMA History With Featherweight Double Title Fight At SUPER RIZIN.5

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SPORTS | August 20, 2026

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RIZIN Fighting Federation and the Professional Fighters League (PFL) jointly announced a ground-breaking cross-promotional championship fight for SUPER RIZIN.5 as reigning RIZIN Featherweight Champion Razhabali Shaidulloev faces American superstar and former world champion AJ McKee at the Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, Japan on September 10, 2026. In an unprecedented main event, both the RIZIN Featherweight Championship and the PFL World Featherweight Championship will be placed on the line in the same fight. One fight will decide two world championships. One winner will leave the RIZIN ring carrying both belts. 

Max Out Your World With nubia’s Neo 5 Max, Neo 5 GT Special Edition

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TECHNOLOGY | August 20, 2026

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No two gamers play the same way. Some want a bigger screen for immersive entertainment and multitasking, while others are all about speed, precision, and staying competitive. With different ways to play come different ways to max out the experience. That’s where the nubia Neo 5 Max PadPhone and nubia Neo 5 GT Special Edition come in. 

TikTok Launches #ThinkTwice Family Guide To Help Families Build Safer Digital Habits

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LIFESTYLE | August 20, 2026

(L-R) TikTok Philippines Public Policy Head Yves Gonzalez, Child Rights Coalition Asia Regional Executive Director Amihan Abueva, and Plan International Pilipinas Program Manager Sheila Estabillo with TikTok's #ThinkTwice Family Guide on hand (Image Source: Manila Bulletin/TikTok Philippines)

TikTok officially launched the #ThinkTwice Family Guide in the Philippines as part of its continued efforts to empower teens and families to navigate the digital world with greater confidence and awareness. Launched during the #ThinkTwice Troop Townhall in celebration of International Youth Day, the guide, which was created in partnership with Child Rights Coalition-Asia, Child Rights Network, and Plan International Pilipinas, includes conversation starters, reflection activities, digital safety tips, and information on TikTok tools and safety features that can support healthier online habits. 

HONOR Launches Robot Phone, The World’s First Robotic Smartphone With Fully Integrated 4DoF Mechanical Gimbal, AI-Powered Motion Control, And ARRI Image Science

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TECHNOLOGY | August 20, 2026

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Global leading AI device ecosystem company HONOR recently announced the launch of the highly anticipated HONOR Robot Phone. A revolutionary, category-creating device, the Robot Phone shatters the physical boundaries of traditional mobile technology by integrating a fully motorized 3-axis mechanical gimbal directly into its premium smartphone design. It combines selected elements of ARRI Image Science and professional cinema workflows, going beyond a traditional smartphone to serve as an active physical companion and a formidable mobile production studio. 

vivo X300 Ultra Captures Anne Curtis In Shanghai Disneyland

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TECHNOLOGY, LIFESTYLE | August 20, 2026

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Anne Curtis continued her Shanghai, China trip at Shanghai Disneyland where the vivo X300 Ultra captured her at two of the resort’s five branded photo spots, showcasing views of the Enchanted Storybook Castle and Alice in Wonderland Maze. The photo spots are part of a new vivo and Shanghai Disney Resort alliance that introduced five designated locations across different themed lands, giving guests recommended angles for photographing some of the park’s most recognizable scenes. 

On The Radar: Lipa City Council Strengthens Local Legislation Through Skills Training

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ON THE RADAR, LIFESTYLE | August 20, 2026

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The Ateneo School of Government (ASOG), through its Executive Education Center, conducted a customized training course on Effective Local Legislation: Skills Training for Legislative Staff and Council Members for the Sangguniang Panlungsod of Lipa City, Batangas last July 29-31, 2026. The said program focused on strengthening the competencies of the members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod in policy analysis, legislative research, and evidence-based decision-making. 

Asia’s Unkabogable Phenomenal Superstar Vice Ganda Seals Historic ‘Phenomenal Partnership’ With MediaQuest Holdings

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ENTERTAINMENT | August 17, 2026

Asia’s Unkabogable Phenomenal Box-office Superstar and Queen Of All Networks Vice Ganda with MVP Group and MediaQuest Holdings Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan (left) and MediaQuest Holdings President and CEO Ricky Vargas (right)
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In a landmark moment for the Philippine entertainment industry, Asia’s Unkabogable Phenomenal Box-office Superstar Vice Ganda officially inked a strategic partnership with MediaQuest Holdings Inc. last August 12, 2026. Hosted by television personality and advocate Jervi Wrightson a.k.a. KaladKaren, the ceremonial signing brought together top executives of the MVP Group, Slingshot Studios, and members of the press at the Meralco Building in Pasig City to celebrate what was fittingly dubbed a “phenomenal partnership”. 

Kuaishou Gaming Wins Honor Of Kings World Cup At eSports World Cup 2026 As Packed Global eSports Season Hits Full Swing

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SPORTS, GAMING | August 17, 2026

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The Honor Of Kings World Cup at the eSports World Cup 2026 (KWC At EWC26) has officially concluded with Kuaishou Gaming (KSG) emerging victorious in a close Grand Final. The tournament marked a landmark moment with Honor Of Kings and Arena Of Valor teams competing on an international stage for the first time at the eSports World Cup. 

SunKissed Lola Returns With Honest New Single ‘Edi Magalit Ka’

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ENTERTAINMENT | August 17, 2026

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After more than a year since their last EP release, SunKissed Lola returns with “Edi Magalit Ka”, a warm, playful, and honest new single that builds on the heartfelt storytelling behind previous fan favorites such as “Pasilyo”, “Paki Sabi”, and “Makalimutan Ka”. Turning a familiar Filipino phrase into a song about love, patience, and choosing the relationship over the argument, the track marks a fresh yet familiar chapter for the band. 

MSMEs Across PH Communities Sharpen Digital Skills To Grow Their Businesses With PLDT, Smart

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TECHNOLOGY, LIFESTYLE | August 17, 2026

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For Queen G. Anino who is a rice producer from Santa Cruz, Laguna, learning how to market Cabisera Rice online marked an important step in growing her enterprise. A digital upskilling workshop supported by PLDT and Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) helped her take the first steps toward reaching more customers. “The training came at the right time because we are just starting to promote Cabisera Rice and are only beginning to build our social media presence. With these tools and modern methods, we are excited to become farmer-entrepreneurs who can actively market our products,” said Queen.