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Newcomer Bitstar Telecom targets PH enterprise market with digital-first, low-cost fiber launch

Bitstar Telecom Inc., a new telecommunications firm, officially entered the Philippine market by launching its enterprise internet service on April 15, 2026.

Nation, Marcos rally behind Eala’s Wimbledon dream run

Alex Eala's dream run at Wimbledon has united Filipinos from Centre Court to Malacañang, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. joining the swelling chorus convinced that the country's tennis trailblazer is only beginning to tap her potential.

Marcos secures $2.5B Canadian investment pledges

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. returned from Canada with USD2.5 billion in investment commitments, betting that the Philippines' next wave of growth will come not only from traditional sectors but also from artificial intelligence, critical minerals, nuclear energy and even space.

Eala dethrones reigning Wimbledon queen Świątek

The 21-year-old Filipina pulled off the biggest victory of her blossoming career on Saturday, stunning defending Wimbledon champion Iga Świątek, 7-6 (11-9), 6-2, to reach the Round of 16 for the first time in any Grand Slam.

Germany joins tech alliance, boosting Philippine AI ambitions 

Germany's decision to join the Pax Silica Initiative strengthens the Philippines' push to become a strategic hub for semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing, adding one of Europe's industrial powerhouses to a growing coalition reshaping global technology supply chains.

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Philippines-Oman pact targets energy, infrastructure investment 

The Philippines and Oman have concluded negotiations on an investment protection agreement that could strengthen the Gulf state’s participation in Philippine projects spanning energy, infrastructure, agribusiness and technology.

Blu Girls blast HK, eyes Asian Games softball bronze

The Philippines did not exactly ease into its Asian Games softball campaign. It came out swinging.

Asian port congestion threatens Philippine supply chains

Prolonged congestion at major Asian container ports could constrain shipping capacity for months, raising the risk of longer transit times, disrupted vessel schedules and tighter logistics capacity for Philippine importers and exporters reliant on regional transshipment hubs.

DSWD shifts UPLIFT payouts to GCash through December

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is moving succeeding UPLIFT cash assistance payouts to GCash through December 2026, giving qualified households a digital option for receiving government aid as the agency targets 7.5 million beneficiaries.
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