With rising electricity costs, more Filipinos are turning to renewable energy—particularly solar power—for their homes. Learn how Filipino students are being prepared to lead in renewable energy through Mapúa University’s launch of the Philippines’ first Energy Engineering program. Dr. Jaime Honra, program chair of the School of Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Energy Engineering at Mapúa University, […]
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Angie is a self-confessed reformed news critic who vows she has finally found infinite value in delivering the good news. She teaches students of all ages how to make the important interesting for audiences across media platforms.
Filipino Podcast Blogtalk with MJ Racadio Becomes Only Pinoy Show on American Top 40 FM Radio
A Filipino podcast is making history in the United States. Blogtalk with MJ Racadio will now air weekly on Rhythm 105.9 FM, becoming the only Filipino show included in the station’s American Top 40 programming. Discover the star-packed lineup of MJ Racadio’s Blogtalk Summer Series on Spotify and see which big names are joining the […]
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UP NOAH Flood Maps Now Power Project DIME for Smarter Flood Control
At the height of public frustration over flooding and questionable government projects, the University of the Philippines (UP) Resilience Institute confirmed that “UP-NOAH flood hazard maps are now being used for Project DIME.” Stay safe this rainy season by checking out how Filipinos can use UP’s flood forecasting tool to prepare for heavy rains and […]
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Did Your School Make It? 80+ Philippine Universities Ranked Among World’s Most Innovative in WURI 2025
More than 80 universities and colleges from the Philippines landed in the prestigious WURI 2025 Global Top 400 Innovative Universities ranking released by the World’s Universities with Real Impact (WURI). The global ranking evaluates how universities solve real-world challenges through innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility. In the 2025 edition, Urdaneta City University emerged as the […]
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Why Is Hotel101’s NASDAQ Listing a Big Win for the Philippines?
Hotel101 has made history as the first Filipino-owned company to be listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange in the United States—marking a groundbreaking moment for Philippine business. See how Hotel101 was recognized among the Inspiring VIRTUS Awardees, honoring resilience and excellence in the Philippine hotel industry. Hotel101 Global celebrated its public listing on Nasdaq by […]
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EJ Obiena Fulfills Dream to Host World-Class Pole Vault Event in Philippines
Filipino pole vault star EJ Obiena is finally making his dream a reality with the staging of the Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge from September 20 to 21, 2025, at the Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati City. Celebrate EJ Obiena’s comeback as he wins his third straight Asian Athletics title and regains championship form […]
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UP Visayas Develops Healthy Low-Salt Fish Sauce from Filipino-Grown Green Mussels
The University of the Philippines Visayas (UP Visayas) has created a new low-salt fish sauce from Filipino-grown green mussels—offering a healthier option to traditional “patis” widely used in Filipino cuisine. Discover how UP Visayas is also leading innovation in sustainable aquaculture with the Philippines’ first microalgae-based aqua feed—winner of the Science for the People Award. […]
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Can the Filipinas Make History Again at the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup?
The Philippine Women’s National Football Team is officially headed to the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup after sweeping all three matches in the qualifiers held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Relive the Filipinas’ underdog triumph at the FIFA Women’s World Cup by reading how they blazed a trail with a historic win and first-ever goal on […]
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Can Alex Eala’s Wimbledon Debut Top Her Historic First WTA Finals Run?
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala just made history as the first Filipino to reach a WTA Main Tour Final, cementing her place in Philippine sports history after a remarkable run at the 2025 Eastbourne Open. Read about how Alex Eala’s star rose at the 2025 Miami Open with her historic semifinal run. The 20-year-old from […]
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Pinoy Power on Broadway: Criss and Scherzinger Score First Tony Wins
Filipino-American stars Darren Criss and Nicole Scherzinger took center stage at the 78th Tony Awards with landmark victories that marked their first-ever Tony wins and a shining moment for Pinoy pride on Broadway. Darren Criss’ Tony win isn’t the first time he’s honored his Filipina mother—read how he proudly dedicated his Golden Globe to her […]
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Filipinos Can Use UP’s Flood Forecasting Tool to Stay Safe This Rainy Season
As heavy rains begin to soak the country this June, Filipinos now have a powerful ally in flood preparedness: the University of the Philippines Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards (UP NOAH), a system developed by UP scientists to help communities anticipate and respond to flood risks. Stay Safe from Environmental Hazards: How to Use NOAH […]
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Carlos Yulo Wins Gold, 3 Bronzes at Asian Gymnastics in Comeback from Olympic Glory
Carlos Yulo made a triumphant return to competition by winning four medals at the 2025 Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships held in Jecheon, South Korea, from June 5 to 8. This was Yulo’s first official event since his double Olympic gold victory in Paris nearly a year ago. Relive the historic moment Carlos Yulo gifted the […]
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