gamescom 2026 Officially Opens With Political Opening, Opening Games Live

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GAMING | August 29, 2026

L-R: Koelnmesse President and Chief Executive Officer Gerald Böse; State of North Rhine-Westphalia Minister-President Hendrik Wüst; European Commission Executive Vice President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy Henna Virkkunen; Vice Chancellor and Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil; Federal Minister of Research, Technology and Space Dorothee Bär, game – The German Games Industry Association Managing Director Felix Falk; game – The German Games Industry Association Executive Board Chairman Lars Janssen (Image Source: game – The German Games Industry Association)

gamescom 2026 has officially opened last August 25, 2026 and kicking off the latest edition of the world's biggest games event with its Political Opening featuring high-profile political guests of honour including European Commission Executive Vice President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy Henna Virkkunen; Vice Chancellor and Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil; Federal Research, Technology and Space Minister Dorothee Bär; and North Rhine-Westphalia Minister-President Hendrik Wüst who underlined the enormous relevance of games as a cultural asset, a driver of innovation and an important economic factor. The framework conditions for the games industry are therefore set to improve further, both in the EU (European Union) and in Germany. 

PH's Hosting Of FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup Shines At 7th PH Sports Tourism Awards

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SPORTS | August 29, 2026

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The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) emerged as the biggest winner at the 7th Philippine Sports Tourism Awards after clinching two major honors — National Sports Association of the Year and International Event of the Year for its successful hosting of the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. Under the leadership of its president John Gutierrez, the twin victories underscored how the PFF’s trailblazing event served as a powerful showcase of sports tourism that elevated destinations, inspired communities and placed the country firmly on the global sporting map. 

Taiwan Tourism Administration Expands Philippine Outreach As “2026 Taiwan Day In Manila” Draws 1,133 Filipino Visitors

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LIFESTYLE | August 29, 2026

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The Taiwan Tourism Administration successfully hosted “2026 Taiwan Day in Manila” last August 22-23, 2026 at One Ayala in Makati City, with a total of 1,133 Filipino visitors taking part in the two-day affair. The turnout underscored strong interest in Taiwan as it has risen its ranks now as third among overseas destinations for Filipino travelers. Taiwan Tourism Administration Director Cindy Chen joined Minister Michael Lee, Deputy Representative of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines; Creator and Influencer Council of the Philippines (CICP) President Jel Directo; Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) President Jaison Yang; and representatives from China Airlines, EVA Air and STARLUX Airlines in opening the event. Centered on the theme “Taiwan 100 Ways: Find Your Wave, Discover Your Way”, the event premiered four themed travel videos featuring Filipino creators and officially launched the “Taiwan 100 Ways – Film Your Way” short-video contest. 

Cebuana Lhuillier MoneyXchange Empowers Filipinos To Make Better Financial Decisions

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LIFESTYLE | August 29, 2026

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Financial planning is no longer simply about saving, budgeting, and investing. As Filipinos increasingly earn, send, receive, and spend money across borders, understanding foreign exchange is becoming an important part of making smarter financial decisions. For Filipinos navigating these cross-border financial needs, Cebuana Lhuillier MoneyXchange provides access to foreign currencies and competitive exchange rates. 

Haier Turns Abenson Greenhills Flagship Store Into A ‘Home Of Possibilities’

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LIFESTYLE | August 29, 2026

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Haier Philippines and Abenson transformed the Abenson Greenhills Flagship Store in San Juan into a “Home Of Possibilities”, bringing together smart home innovations, interactive experiences, category KOLs, and live entertainment highlighted by a special performance from Yeng Constantino, all in one afternoon designed around the way Filipino families live today. 

Sleep, Stress, And Steps: Xiaomi’s New Wearables, REDMI Watch 6 Lite And Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active, Arrive In The Philippines

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TECHNOLOGY | August 29, 2026

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Between navigating heavy commutes, sitting through classes, and trying to squeeze in a quick workout, staying on top of your health can easily take a backseat. Xiaomi wants to fix that with the launch of the REDMI Watch 6 Lite and Xiaomi Band 11 Active — two wearables geared toward straightforward fitness tracking and keeping you connected on the go. Promising long battery life and practical health tools, these new releases offer two distinct, affordable ways to track your daily activities. 

Entertainment News: SB19, Maki, KAIA Lead Star-Studded Lineup For Sony’s ULT POWER SOUND Launch

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ENTERTAINMENT | August 29, 2026

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Sony Philippines is turning up the energy with Beyond The Beat: The Next-Level ULT POWER SOUND Experience, the biggest and grandest ULT POWER SOUND launch in the Philippines, happening on September 19, 2026 at COVE Manila in Okada Manila. With General Admission passes already fully claimed, ULT fans who want to experience the event can still upgrade their MySony membership to Elite or Platinum for access to exclusive event areas and premium benefits. Bringing together powerful sound, live performances, style, and self-expression, Beyond The Beat invites music lovers to experience Sony ULT in an immersive environment designed to be experienced – not simply watched. 

MLBB Philippines eSports Gears Up For The Road To The M8, Asian Games, And MLBB SEA Championship Tour

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SPORTS, GAMING | August 29, 2026

Double Olympic gold medalist and avid Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) gamer Carlos Yulo holding the MLBB Hall of Fame certificate with MOONTON Games Philippines eSports Head of Business Development and Partnerships Lee Viloria (left) and Jon Arvin "Fuego" Tenoria, owner of MLBB Development League (MDL) Philippines' Team Fuego (right)
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Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Philippines eSports gears up for the second half of 2026 with a strengthened competitive roadmap that connects the country's established champions and rising talents to Southeast Asia and the world. As MLBB celebrates its 10th anniversary, the Philippines enters a pivotal period in MLBB eSports' globalization. Following the introduction of MLBB eSports' five-region expansion strategy, the Asian Games debut, and the announcement of the MLBB SEA Championship Tour (MCT SEA), MLBB Philippines eSports is set to open opportunities for Filipino teams across its professional and open leagues. 

Online Education (OEd) Brings Strengthened Senior High School Curriculum Online, Putting Career Readiness At The Center

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LIFESTYLE | August 29, 2026

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As Philippine senior high school education enters a new phase, Online Education (OEd) is positioning flexible online learning alongside a curriculum increasingly focused on practical skills, career pathways and preparation for college and employment. The way Filipino students prepare for college and the workplace is changing—and OEd is moving its Senior High School program with it. 

HONOR Magic V6 Now Up For Pre-Order At Php119,999 With FREE HONOR Pad X8b Worth Php12,999

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TECHNOLOGY | August 29, 2026

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Global leading AI device ecosystem company and foldable industry leader HONOR today announced the launch of the HONOR Magic V6. Combining an ultra-slim profile with record-breaking battery endurance and flagship-grade durability, the HONOR Magic V6 is now available for pre-order for only Php119,999 until September 4, 2026. “The future of foldable technology is about pushing boundaries without asking users to compromise. With the HONOR Magic V6, we set out to deliver a foldable experience that brings together a refined design and dependable durability,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng. 

Clear River Games Moves Heaven And Earth: Critically Acclaimed JRPG Masterpiece Terranigma, Reborn For Modern Gamers, Set To Release Early 2027 On Console And PC

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GAMING | August 29, 2026

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Clear River Games, a video game publisher specializing in classic and retro games, recently announced the rebirth of a true gaming icon as fabled Japanese ARPG (Action Role-Playing Game) Terranigma makes a triumphant return on Nintendo® Switch™, Nintendo® Switch™2, PlayStation®5, XBOX and PC, expected to be released in early 2027. 

GCash Boosts Security With New Self-Service Tools For Subscription Management, Account, And Money-Lock Features

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TECHNOLOGY | August 29, 2026

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GCash, the Philippines’ number one finance superapp and largest cashless ecosystem, has launched its new in-app Security Center, giving users direct control over how their accounts are protected. The hub features new user-controlled safeguards: Lock My Account for immediate account suspension, Money Lock for securing wallet funds, and Subscription Center which lets users see where their GCash account is connected and unlink merchants or apps whenever they want — all of which are consolidated in one place, so users can act quickly when it matters most. 

Liza Soberano And H.E.R. Surprise ‘Save the Children’ Kids At “Forgotten Island” Screening

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ENTERTAINMENT | August 29, 2026

“Forgotten Island” directors Januel Mercado (first from left) and Joel Crawford (first from right) and main cast members Liza Soberano (second from left) and H.E.R. (second from right) with the beneficiaries from Save The Children Philippines (Image Source: The Manila Times/Universal Pictures Philippines)

Some adventures become even more memorable when they are shared with friends. That spirit of friendship and imagination came alive last August 25, 2026 as Save The Children Philippines beneficiaries became among the first audiences to watch DreamWorks Animation’s new feature film, “Forgotten Island”, during a special screening at SM Aura in Taguig. 

Gaming News: Xsolla And GDC Festival Of Gaming Extend Global Partnership For 2027

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GAMING | August 29, 2026

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Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, and GDC Festival of Gaming recently announced the renewal of the Diamond level partnership for 2027. Together, Xsolla and GDC are creating opportunities for collaboration and connections for the video game developer community in San Francisco, California, U.S.A. Part of that effort is featuring the Xsolla Clubhouse in the expanded GDC campus experience, where the two will host the GDC Scholarship Program Powered By Xsolla. The program brings 75 game developers to San Francisco on March 1-5, 2027 with their passes and hotels fully covered. 

Three Kingdoms: Throne War Opens Pre-Registration Across Six Southeast Asian Markets Featuring Mark Lee As The Witty Alliance Lord

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GAMING | August 26, 2026

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Three Kingdoms: Throne War, a brand-new Three Kingdoms strategy mobile game developed by BBGame and published by Wayelite Entertainment Tech Limited which is a Hong Kong subsidiary of Wayi International Digital Entertainment Corporation, has officially launched pre-registration across six Southeast Asian markets including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia and offers exclusive rewards upon successful pre-registration. The game is scheduled to launch in these markets soon. 

Human Touch In Full Bloom: Manila FAME 2026 Set To Capture New Era Of Global Design

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LIFESTYLE | August 26, 2026

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As Artificial Intelligence (AI) and rapid automation reshape how the world works and creates, a counter-movement is quietly taking root across the global lifestyle landscape: a renewed hunger for objects shaped by human hands. Consumers worldwide are turning away from mass-produced uniformity in favor of pieces that tell authentic stories, celebrate artisanal heritage, and bring emotional restoration into the home. 

ASUS Philippines Launches Battle-Tested TUF Gaming T700 Desktop Series

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TECHNOLOGY, GAMING | August 26, 2026

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ASUS Philippines recently announced the arrival of its newest battle-tested desktop family, bringing heavy-duty performance and military-grade durability to Filipino gamers. Engineered to endure extreme operational demands while delivering rock-solid stability, the new TUF Gaming T700 desktop series combines aggressive mecha aesthetics with factory-validated hardware right out of the box. Designed for gamers who demand unyielding reliability without compromising gaming performance, the new lineup offers both full-sized tactical powerhouses and compact, space-saving battle stations tailored for any desk. 

Janella Salvador And Gian Magdangal Join Disney's Moana Live-To-Film Concert As Guest Vocalists

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ENTERTAINMENT | August 26, 2026

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Film Concerts PH has announced that Janella Salvador and Gian Magdangal will be part of Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert, happening on October 3-4, 2026 at The Theatre at Solaire, as guest vocalists. Salvador and Magdangal will perform the iconic songs of Moana and Maui live alongside the 78-member Filharmonika Orchestra, under the baton of Gerard Salonga, as the animated film plays in full on the big screen. 

SB19 Strengthens Global Footprint With Landmark Japan Activities

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ENTERTAINMENT | August 26, 2026

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SB19 continues to turn its long-term ambition of becoming a global phenom into a growing reality with a series of activities in Japan that have brought the P-Pop supergroup closer to one of Asia’s most important music markets. The group’s recent activities in Japan span music collaborations, major festival stages, and landmark television appearances, further strengthening SB19’s strategy to reach international audiences. 

REDMI Watch 6 Active Arrives In Philippines, Packs Up To 18-Day Battery Life And AMOLED Display

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TECHNOLOGY | August 26, 2026

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Xiaomi has officially introduced the REDMI Watch 6 Active in the Philippines, expanding its wearable ecosystem with a feature-packed smartwatch designed for active, on-the-go lifestyles. Built for students, young professionals, and first-time smartwatch buyers, the REDMI Watch 6 Active combines smart fitness tracking, long-lasting battery life, and seamless daily connectivity in a stylish, lightweight form factor.