Newsletter: Billyrrom 1st Album WiND Out Now

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Genre-defying band Billyrrom, known for their unique sound, which blends soul, funk with rock influences – coined as "Tokyo Transition Soul" – has released their 1st album today! Titled WiND, the 11-track record includes previously released singles “DUNE”, “Windy You” and “Once Upon A Night”.

Newsletter: Vingroup's Customer-Centric Philosophy: The Core of Vietnam's Largest Private Conglomerate

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Vingroup, Vietnam’s largest private conglomerate, has secured market leadership in various sectors by focusing heavily on customer satisfaction. Its operations, from real estate to technology and beyond, are deeply rooted in a customer-centric philosophy, which has played a key role in its success.

Newsletter: Retribution Rumble Weekend: The Final Week of MPL-PH S14 Regular Season

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This weekend, the stage is set for the Retribution Rumble featured in the most intense final week of MPL PH Season 14 yet. 

Newsletter: Ingredients in chewing gum help tilapia survive cold climates

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Researchers inspect blue vats containing Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fingerlings fed with varying levels of Arabic gum and lecithin to see what effect these have on the fishes' survivability in cold climates. Photo credit: Benha University / National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, Egypt 

Two common ingredients in ordinary chewing gum – Arabic gum and lecithin – have been found to help improve the overall health of tilapia, helping these fish survive better even in cold climates. This discovery paves the way for raising tilapia for food outside of the tropical regions where they are commonly farmed.

Newsletter: Häfele Philippines & Kalbro Trading Forge Strategic Partnership

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Kalbro Trading, a leading supplier of construction and industrial materials, and Häfele Philippines, renowned for its innovative architectural hardware solutions, officially signed a strategic partnership agreement on September 11, 2024. The contract signing took place at the Häfele Philippines headquarters in Taguig City.

Kalbro Trading, a leading supplier of construction and industrial materials, and Häfele Philippines, renowned for its innovative architectural hardware solutions, officially signed a strategic partnership agreement on September 11, 2024. The contract signing took place at the Häfele Philippines headquarters in Taguig City.

The partnership was sealed by Häfele Philippines Managing Director Roland Poehlmann and Kalbro Trading Sales Director Kalam. This collaboration marks a significant step in both companies’ efforts to enhance their market reach and provide top-tier products and services to the Philippine construction industry.

Mr. Poehlmann expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Kalbro Trading. Their extensive experience and network in the industry perfectly complement Häfele’s commitment to delivering premium and innovative hardware solutions. Together, we aim to further elevate the standards of construction and design in the Philippines.”

Mr. Kalam, in turn, emphasized the value of the partnership, saying, “This collaboration with Häfele Philippines will allow us to offer more comprehensive solutions to our clients. Häfele’s world-class products will be a great addition to our portfolio, and we look forward to expanding our business horizons with this partnership.”

The event, held at Häfele Philippines' state-of-the-art headquarters, was attended by key representatives from both companies, along with industry stakeholders. The partnership is expected to bolster Häfele’s presence in the Philippines while enabling Kalbro Trading to enhance its offerings with Häfele’s cutting-edge technology and design expertise.

With this collaboration, both companies are set to deliver superior products and solutions, contributing to the growth and development of the construction industry in the Philippines. The partnership highlights Häfele’s ongoing commitment to building strong alliances that support innovation and customer satisfaction.

This milestone is only the beginning, with more projects and initiatives expected to follow, as both Häfele Philippines and Kalbro Trading work hand-in-hand to shape the future of the industry.

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Newsletter: Scientists Confirm Two Domesticated Buffalo Species in PH

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By: Eunice Jean Patron

A Philippine native carabao (Bubalus kerabau Fitzinger, 1860) dam and her calf grazing in Pitogo Island, Bohol. (Photo credit: Lilian P. Villamor, from Ruane et al., 2023)

Domesticated buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) in the country have traditionally been classified into two subspecies: swamp buffaloes and riverine buffaloes. A recent study, however, provides evidence that these two are not subspecies, but are instead distinct from each other.

Newsletter: Cosplay Mania 2024: Ascending Revelries into the Skies

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Embarking on its 16th year of reaching greater heights, Cosplay Mania will bring you again to the peak, brimming with fun and marvelous adventure as a new chronicle, “Zenith in the Clouds,” opens! For the first time in its history, Cosplay Mania will fill Halls 1-4 of SMX Convention Center for 3 days, starting from October 4-6, 2024, featuring over a dozen awesome international special guests that fans of Gundam Seed, Vocaloid, Hololive, Sword Art Online, Yu Gi Oh!, Digimon, and even The Simpsons will enjoy!

Newsletter: MPL PH launches early bird ticket sale, unveils bigger community events for Season 14 playoffs!

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Sales for the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Philippines (MPL PH) Season 14 Playoffs Early Bird Tickets officially go live on 28 September, 1 PM (GMT +8), to 9 October, 1 PM (GMT +8), or until tickets sold out. Fans can avail of the tickets with a 25% discount or only PHP 300, with lots of on-ground activities such as exhibition games, team shops, sponsor zones, and more!

Newsletter: Dexcon Presents: Jam of the Joshis and Dr. Gore’s Graveyard Shift Manila

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Dexcon has a packed weekend this October with Dexcon: Jam of the Joshis (JOTJ) and Dr. Gore’s Graveyard Shift Manila on October 12 to 13 at Brawl Pit Bulusan, Quezon City. 

Newsletter: Kim De Leon opens the “Window” to his heart with new single under GMA Playlist

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Sparkle artist Kim de Leon has just released his latest single, “Window,” under GMA Playlist. The upbeat track is a refreshing blend of catchy melodies and relatable lyrics.