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PH gaming revenues tumble as e-games slow 

The Philippine gaming industry posted a nearly 16-percent drop in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the first quarter of 2026 as weaker consumer spending slowed activity in the electronic gaming segment that had driven industry growth in recent years.

Pickup Coffee ramps up franchising expansion

Pickup Coffee is accelerating its nationwide expansion through franchising as the fast-growing local chain targets at least 800 stores by end-2026, underscoring rising demand for affordable and convenient coffee among Filipino consumers.

Green GSM eyes 18,500 EVs for PH

Vietnam-based mobility platform Green GSM is ramping up its Philippine expansion after signing agreements with 75 transport companies and cooperatives for the planned deployment of up to 18,497 VinFast VF 5, Herio Green, and Limo Green electric vehicles across major urban centers nationwide.

US envoy to push PH tech corridor

US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg will visit the Philippines next week as Washington ramps up efforts to deepen economic security and technology ties with Manila under the newly launched Pax Silica initiative.

BPI app, online services crash on payday, users vent frustration

Bank of the Philippine Islands account holders raised a collective howl in the early evening hours Friday following the latest outage of the lender's app and online services.

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Australia backs new reproductive health clinic in Davao City

The Australian Government has supported the opening of a new sexual and reproductive health clinic in Davao City, strengthening access to essential healthcare services in Mindanao.

Globe supports Building Code update to boost digital connectivity

Telecommunications company Globe Telecom has expressed support for the government’s review of the National Building Code, saying the update is an opportunity to treat internet connectivity as essential infrastructure in future building and road projects.

China’s spiciest cities showcase pandas and neon

If Tokyo feels too polished and Seoul too familiar, western China is ready to shake Filipino travelers out of their comfort zone in the best possible way.

Beached, bewildered, battling Philippine monsoons

Every year, somewhere along the Philippine coastline, a dolphin, whale, or dugong shows up in the worst possible place. On the sand.
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