The University of Batangas (UB), a prestigious private educational institution, has successfully maintained its mission of providing quality education despite facing significant challenges such as the Taal volcanic eruption and the COVID-19 pandemic. Central to their resilience is the adoption of the CYPHER learning management system (LMS). Embracing Technology for Education Continuity CYPHER was first […]
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Globe Launches Voice Over LTE Roaming in Asia-Pacific and USA
Globe has launched its VoLTE (Voice over LTE) roaming capabilities, starting with partners in Asia and the USA. This service ensures Globe customers enjoy high-quality voice calls and text messaging, even as foreign networks phase out 2G and 3G infrastructure. As of July 2024, Globe offers VoLTE roaming in the following countries: Australia via Optus […]
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Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup kicks off 2024 race season
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) recently kicked off the 10th season of its motorsports program with the first race weekend of the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippine Cup (TGR Philippine Cup). The thrill-filled event saw thousands of spectators at the Clark International Speedway as more than 30 racers battled it out on track for the sprint and […]
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IWG’s New HQ Co-Working Space in Quezon City
IWG, a global leader in hybrid working solutions, has opened its first HQ-branded flexible co-working space in Quezon City, marking its second in the Philippines. The new hybrid workspace is located on the ground floor of the strategically situated Triumph Building in Quezon City. The new HQ is the latest collaboration between IWG and Triumph […]
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AI 360 with CYPHER Copilot Earns Recognition in Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas Awards
AI 360 with CYPHER Copilot, the first AI-powered course creation companion, received an Honorable Mention in the Education Category of Fast Company’s 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards. This prestigious annual list honors businesses and organizations driving meaningful change. CYPHER Learning’s AI 360 is recognized for its innovation in personalized learning. Revolutionizing Course Creation AI 360 […]
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LIST: Filipino Olympians, Paralympians Vying For Sporting Glory in Paris Olympics
The Philippines is anchoring its Paris medal hopes on twenty-two Olympians and six Paralympians, marking the 100th year of Filipino participation in the Summer Games. Tokyo Olympics silver medalists in boxing Nesthy Petecio and Carlo Paalam, World No. 2 pole vaulter EJ Obiena, and World Champion gymnast Carlos Yulo lead the Filipino Olympians vying to […]
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SM Investments Earns Seven Awards for Corporate Excellence
SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments) recently received seven prestigious awards at the 14th Asian Excellence Awards by Corporate Governance Asia magazine, highlighting SM’s dedication to climate-resilient businesses and sustainable communities across the Philippines. This year’s theme, “Sustainable Asia: Ardor for Green Governance,” saw SM Investments honored in the following categories: Asia’s Best Corporate Social Responsibility […]
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Aspiring racers live motorsports dreams at TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Academy Philippines
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) recently opened the 2024 class of the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Academy Philippines (TGRA), its training ground for both aspiring and experienced racers. Held at the Clark International Speedway, the first half of the two-part course taught students racing basics such as how to identify the flags used during a race, braking […]
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Celebrating Independence: Alvin Alcid Reflects on Filipino Nationalism and Community Spirit
On July 12, 2024, the Philippines commemorated the 8th anniversary of the West Philippine Sea (WPS) Arbitral Award, a landmark decision of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea favoring the country’s claims over China in the territorial dispute. To mark the occasion, Good News Pilipinas features our exclusive interview with the National […]
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National University to Open 20 Campuses Nationwide by 2028
National University (NU) is set to expand its presence with 20 new campuses across the Philippines by 2028, aiming to provide quality, accessible, and affordable education to Filipino youth. Since its partnership with SM in 2008, NU has revitalized its mission to democratize education, starting in Metro Manila and now reaching provinces like Laguna, Batangas, […]
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CYPHER Learning Adds Two Senior-Level Executives as AI Solutions Gain LMS Market Share
CYPHER Learning, provider of the leading AI-powered learning platform for business and academic settings, recently announced Coreen Sawdon, CPA, as chief financial officer (CFO) and Daniel Shih as vice president of customer experience. Sawdon and Shih join newly appointed president John Kannapell and CYPHER Learning’s executive leadership team to continue the company’s rapid growth trajectory […]
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Apayao and Isnag Heritage Honored as New UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Apayao, a stronghold of the Isnag people and the majestic Philippine eagle, has been inscribed as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The designation as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve means that areas in Apayao are now protected for biodiversity conservation. The Biosphere Reserve for the yApayaos covers nearly 400,000 hectares, including 48,254.40 hectares of core areas, 168,720.54 […]
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