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World Literacy Day 2026: ASSIST and LGUs Redefine Literacy Through Life-Skills Board Games

World Literacy Day 2026: ASSIST and LGUs Redefine Literacy Through Life-Skills Board Games

MANILA, Philippines — September 8, 2026 — In observance of International Literacy Day, Asia Society for Social Improvement and Sustainable Transformation (ASSIST) is highlighting the urgent need to redefine literacy for the modern era: moving beyond traditional reading and writing toward a functional, active “operating system” for daily life. While global benchmarks historically measure basic reading comprehension,…

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LPIXEL Partners with VNPT-IT to Provide Medical Imaging Diagnostic Support AI “EIRL” in Vietnam

LPIXEL Partners with VNPT-IT to Provide Medical Imaging Diagnostic Support AI “EIRL” in Vietnam

Accelerating medical AI deployment across ASEAN by leveraging Vietnam’s nationwide infrastructure connecting more than 600 healthcare institutions LPIXEL Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and CEO: Tomihisa Kamada; hereinafter “LPIXEL”) has entered into a business cooperation agreement with VNPT Information Technology Company (Headquarters: Hanoi; hereinafter “VNPT-IT”) to market the “EIRL” series, LPIXEL’s medical imaging diagnostic…

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Bridging European Luxury and Southeast Asian Real Estate: Jasmine Chau Leads the Grand Finale at IFFINA+ 2026

Bridging European Luxury and Southeast Asian Real Estate: Jasmine Chau Leads the Grand Finale at IFFINA+ 2026

Discover how Italian Atelier’s flagship panel redefined branded residences, turning European craftsmanship into tangible commercial value for Indonesia’s top developers. As Southeast Asia’s luxury real estate and hospitality sectors enter a period of rapid transformation, branded residences and high-end mixed-use developments are reshaping the region’s property landscape. In Greater Jakarta and beyond, developers are increasingly…

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Fresh Business Ventures Returns to Philippines as Private Wealth Interest Grows

Fresh Business Ventures Returns to Philippines as Private Wealth Interest Grows

Fresh Business Ventures Ltd is returning to the Philippines in October, with CEO Ray Leary set to visit Manila, Davao and Cebu amid growing interest from Filipino families and business owners in international wealth protection, succession planning and long-term financial structuring. The visit follows FBV’s growing engagement in the region since Leary’s first Philippines visit…

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Carziqo’s Growing City Footprint Points to Wider Potential in Autonomous Mobility

Carziqo’s Growing City Footprint Points to Wider Potential in Autonomous Mobility

The autonomous mobility company is extending its presence across major U.S. markets as competition in driverless ride-hailing shifts from technology trials to commercial fleet operations. Carziqo is emerging as an increasingly visible participant in the autonomous mobility industry as the company extends its reach across a growing number of American cities. Founded in 2024, the…

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Alsons Power expands Cebu retail electricity supply footprint with Makoto Metal deal

Alsons Power expands Cebu retail electricity supply footprint with Makoto Metal deal

Alsons Power Group continues to strengthen its presence in Cebu’s retail electricity market following the addition of Japanese-affiliated Makoto Metal Technology Inc. (MMTI) to its growing customer portfolio. Alsons Power Group continues to strengthen its presence in Cebu’s retail electricity market following the addition of Japanese-affiliated Makoto Metal Technology Inc. (MMTI) to its growing customer…

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From Surigao to Gold Coast: Filipino Entrepreneur Kristine Henderson Introduces a Simpler GPC for Everyday Filipinos

From Surigao to Gold Coast: Filipino Entrepreneur Kristine Henderson Introduces a Simpler GPC for Everyday Filipinos

Ginto Privilege Club founder Kristine Henderson, who grew up in Surigao del Norte and is now based on Australia’s Gold Coast, introduces GPC’s one-off Pack format for everyday Filipinos. From September 21, GPC users can choose a Pack when it suits them — without subscriptions, automatic renewals, referrals or downlines. Before deciding, they can view…

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Keepital Showcases Innovation and Community Spirit at PhilMedical 2026

Keepital Showcases Innovation and Community Spirit at PhilMedical 2026

Keepital made a strong impact at PhilMedical 2026, connecting with industry leaders, showcasing the KeepCard, and engaging in community activities while gearing up for PMAX 2026. Keepital proudly took part in PhilMedical 2026, one of the Philippines’ leading medical and healthcare trade shows, where it connected with a wide range of professionals, innovators, and industry…

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ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF) 2026 to Convene Regional Energy Leaders in Manila

ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF) 2026 to Convene Regional Energy Leaders in Manila

Manila, Philippines – The ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF) 2026, organized by the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), hosted by the Department of Energy (DOE) of the Philippines, and co-organized by Leverage International (Consultants) Inc., will bring together policymakers, business leaders, investors, researchers, financial institutions, and key energy stakeholders from across ASEAN and beyond to advance regional…

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RYC Wellness Collaborates with Kaya Kusina to Celebrate the Healing Power of Philippine Kiwot Honey

RYC Wellness Collaborates with Kaya Kusina to Celebrate the Healing Power of Philippine Kiwot Honey

RYC Wellness is collaborating with Val Anthony Alvero and Jessica Hernandez of Kaya Kusina who was recently recognized by Tatler Asia RYC Wellness is proud to announce its collaboration with Val Anthony Alvero and Jessica Hernandez, the visionary founders of Kaya Kusina, whose groundbreaking work with Philippine stingless bee honey—known as Kiwot Honey—has recently been…

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