Breaking News

Philippines

Philippine Medical Expo 2026 Explores What Makes a Health System Future-Ready

Philippine Medical Expo 2026 Explores What Makes a Health System Future-Ready

At the Philippine Medical Expo 2026, healthcare innovation was examined as part of a wider system of people, institutions, data, financing, and trust. The Philippine Medical Expo 2026 brought together healthcare professionals, hospital leaders, technology providers, pharmaceutical companies, distributors, entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and students at the SMX Convention Center Manila from August 19 to 21….

Read more
Weaving Heritage into Haute Couture: Indigenous Philippine Textiles Are Captivating Global Luxury Markets

Weaving Heritage into Haute Couture: Indigenous Philippine Textiles Are Captivating Global Luxury Markets

Ancestral Craft Meets Modern Luxury Indigenous textiles from the Philippines have moved from cultural preservation projects to commercial assets in the global luxury market. Designers are incorporating handwoven piña, abaca, and T’nalak into contemporary garments that appeal to buyers seeking authenticity and traceability. This development has redefined the Philippine fashion narrative, making heritage materials a…

Read more
Cebuana Lhuillier Triumphs at the Stevie® International Business Awards with Global Recognition for Leadership, Innovation, and Social Impact

Cebuana Lhuillier Triumphs at the Stevie® International Business Awards with Global Recognition for Leadership, Innovation, and Social Impact

Cebuana Lhuillier secured multiple awards at the prestigious Stevie® International Business Awards, highlighting its leadership in financial inclusion, innovative communications, and initiatives that create meaningful value for customers and communities. President and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier received three individual distinctions: Most Innovative Content Creator of the Year (Gold) for Money Guro, which uses accessible and…

Read more
LandValuePH Makes 534,228 BIR Zonal Value Records Free to Search in Unified Database

LandValuePH Makes 534,228 BIR Zonal Value Records Free to Search in Unified Database

Independent property platform LandValuePH has simplified access to Philippine property tax data by consolidating 534,228 street-level Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) zonal value records into a free searchable database. Covering 48 of the country’s 82 provinces, the platform allows property owners and buyers to find valuation figures instantly without registrations or fees. MANILA, August 23,…

Read more
Carziqo Launches ER-LX Autonomous Ride-Hailing Operations in New York

Carziqo Launches ER-LX Autonomous Ride-Hailing Operations in New York

The deployment marks another step in the mobility technology company’s expansion of AI-powered fleet services across major US cities. NEW YORK, August 22, 2026 — Carziqo has begun operating its ER-LX autonomous ride-hailing vehicle in New York, expanding the company’s presence in one of the world’s largest and most complex urban transportation markets. The launch…

Read more
The Future of Mobility-as-a-Service: How Integrated Technology Could Reshape Urban Transportation

The Future of Mobility-as-a-Service: How Integrated Technology Could Reshape Urban Transportation

As cities face growing pressure from congestion, fragmented transport systems, and rising demand for convenient mobility, Mobility-as-a-Service is emerging as a potential foundation for the next generation of urban transportation. MANILA, Philippines — For decades, urban mobility has been organized around separate modes of transportation. Commuters may use a private vehicle for one part of…

Read more
Philippine Poultry Show & ILDEX Philippines 2026 Spotlights Growth Opportunities in the Philippine Livestock and Poultry Market

Philippine Poultry Show & ILDEX Philippines 2026 Spotlights Growth Opportunities in the Philippine Livestock and Poultry Market

173 companies from 22 countries set to connect global livestock innovation with Philippine market demand in Manila, 26–28 August 2026 MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is presenting growing opportunities for livestock and poultry businesses as expanding protein demand, modernization of animal production and pressure to improve farm productivity create new requirements for technology, expertise and…

Read more
Carziqo and the Rise of Technology-Driven Shared Economy Platforms

Carziqo and the Rise of Technology-Driven Shared Economy Platforms

As artificial intelligence, connected vehicles and real-time data systems reshape urban transportation, a new generation of shared economy platforms is emerging—one built not only around access, but also around intelligent coordination. MANILA, Philippines — The shared economy has entered a new phase. What began with mobile applications connecting passengers, drivers, property owners and consumers is…

Read more
The Future of Autonomous Ride-Hailing in Global Cities: How Carziqo Is Building a Smarter Urban Mobility Ecosystem

The Future of Autonomous Ride-Hailing in Global Cities: How Carziqo Is Building a Smarter Urban Mobility Ecosystem

As artificial intelligence, connected vehicles and intelligent fleet management reshape transportation, Carziqo is positioning autonomous ride-hailing as part of a broader global smart mobility infrastructure. LONDON, Aug. 21, 2026 — The autonomous ride-hailing industry is entering a decisive stage of development as cities worldwide search for safer, more efficient and more sustainable transportation systems. Advances…

Read more
To accelerate the 3-Million-Home Program, the Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs' BSKDN promotes central-regional synergy and easier access for low-income households.

To accelerate the 3-Million-Home Program, the Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs’ BSKDN promotes central-regional synergy and easier access for low-income households.

Jakarta, Indonesia August 20, 2026 – The Agency for Domestic Policy Strategy (BSKDN) of the Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs held an Actual Discussion Forum titled “Implementation Strategy of the 3 Million Houses Program in Regions” on Thursday (20/8/2026) at Hotel Horison Ultima Menteng, Jakarta. The forum, conducted in a hybrid format (in-person and online…

Read more