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Crypto News: New Crypto Remittix Advances Its PayFi Platform as Solana Price Prediction Targets $1,000
Remittix reports continued progress across its crypto-to-bank payment network, live trading platform and wider product ecosystem as long-term Solana forecasts return to market discussion MAJURO, Marshall Islands, Sept. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Remittix is advancing the development and community testing of its PayFi platform as the project moves closer to the next phase of its planned global launch. The update comes as bullish Solana price predictions targeting $1,000 draw attention to the ex
Read more →Xinhua Silk Road: Smart farming helps Zaozhuang chrysanthemums bloom into a lucrative industry
BEIJING, Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In well-arranged rows of standardized greenhouses at a smart agriculture park in Shuiguo Township, Shizhong District of Zaozhuang City, Shandong Province, ornamental chrysanthemums are entering their peak harvesting season, ready to be picked, packed and shipped to overseas markets. Traditional cultivation methods often resulted in inconsistent quality and poor adaptability to market demand. With smart agriculture playing a greater role, the Shuimu Fengnia
Read more →S2S China Announces 2026 Finalists, Ten Standout Teams Set to Pitch Global Investors at Westlake University
SHANGHAI, Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The inaugural S2S China Symposium has announced the finalists of its 2026 program. Co-hosted by RA Capital Management and Qiming Venture Partners, S2S China is the China chapter of Science2Startup, an invitation-only symposium connecting top academic researchers with leading biotech investors. Ten standout biotech startup teams were selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants. They will refine their projects through a dedicated mentorship progra
Read more →China's Green Industries Take Center Stage at the China-ASEAN Expo as Cooperation in Energy, Power and New Energy Vehicles Enters a New Phase
NANNING, China, Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- During the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo, the "Dual Carbon" Smart Energy Exhibition and the New Energy and Intelligent Connected Vehicle Exhibition opened in Nanning, offering a window into China's growing green industries and cooperation with ASEAN. Event venue The 2026 China-ASEAN Power Cooperation and Development Forum followed under the theme "Pooling Smart Green Power, Connecting ASEAN." Yang Kun, Executive Vice Chairman of the China Electricity Counci
Read more →1MORE S20 Ultra Clip-On Earbuds Launch as a New All-Around Standard for Open-Ear Audio
SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 1MORE S20 Ultra Clip-On Earbuds combine advanced acoustic architecture, all-day comfort, intelligent features, and versatile performance to redefine the ear-clip headphone experience. 1MORE S20 Ultra Clip-On Earbuds Launch as a New All-Around Standard for Open-Ear Audio 1MORE, a professional audio brand, has officially launched the 1MORE S20 Ultra Bluetooth earbuds, the brand's flagship open-ear ear-clip headphones for the year. Bringing together n
Read more →Pinglu Canal connects rivers, sea, and new opportunities
BEIJING, Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily The Pinglu Canal officially opened to navigation on Sept. 16. As a landmark infrastructure linking the Belt and Road Initiative and the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, it is China's first major canal constructed since 1949 to directly connect inland waterways to the sea. Stretching 134.2 kilometers, this waterway offers southwest China its shortest, most cost-effective, and most convenient outlet to the sea, carving
Read more →GameSir Announces Official Fortnite Mobile Controller Collection
Officially Licensed Fortnite Edition Mobile Controllers Deliver Console-Level Precision and Premium Collectible Designs ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GameSir, a global leader in gaming peripherals, announced its collaboration with Fortnite, introducing an all-new collection of officially licensed mobile controllers that combine GameSir's award-winning technology with one of the world's most iconic games. GameSir Official Fortnite Mobile Controller Collection Launching with the Ga
Read more →Kim Chiu’s sister Lakam arrested over 124 qualified theft counts
MANILA, Philippines — Lakambini “Lakam” Chiu, sister of actress Kim Chiu, was arrested Sunday in Mandaluyong City in connection with 124 counts of qualified theft filed against her by the actress. The Quezon City Police District arrested Lakam, 45, at about 4:06 p.m. in Barangay Wack Wack, Mandaluyong City, based on a warrant issued by the Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 84. The court set a recommended bail of P5.838 million for her temporary liberty. The arrest came af
Read more →Global Youth Summit 2026 – Four cities, 4,000 young Filipinos, one shared stake in the country’s future
MANILA, Philippines – Four cities and 4,000 young Filipinos came together for one shared purpose as the Global Youth Summit 2026 (GYS 2026) concluded its nationwide run on Aug. 27, 2026. Affirming the role of the youth in building a stronger and more inclusive country, the 14th edition of GYS was co-organized by SM Cares and the Global Peace Foundation to inform and empower Filipino next generation Filipinos –equipping them for real life through accessible channels nationwide. More t
Read more →Trump says his planned arch would become a 'military complex' able to host drones and snipers
WASHINGTON, United States — President Donald Trump said Sunday that the massive arch he wants to build between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery would become a “top grade military complex” able to host drones and snipers while storing ammunition. It is one more example of how Trump is insisting that his initiatives to beautify the White House and the city are also serving a defensive purpose. Trump has been calling the new White House ballroom a “milita
Read more →Iridium Development Strengthens Florida Operations and Seeks Experienced Project Management Talent
Employee-owned Florida builder seeks experienced construction professionals to support its growing portfolio of luxury residential projects across the state Official logo mark for Florida custom home builder Iridium Development Inc. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Sept. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iridium Development Inc., a Florida-based custom home builder and general contractor specializing in luxury residential construction, announced plans to strengthen its operations across Florida while seeking ex
Read more →Ex-England ace Townsend run over by pitch roller in Thailand
BANGKOK, Thailand — Former England international Andros Townsend was partially run over by a pitch roller in Thai football, but avoided serious injury in the bizarre incident. The 35-year-old former Spurs winger was warming up for PT Prachuap's game at Pattani on Saturday when the driver lost control of the vehicle. Townsend went down under the heavy roller, with the driver only stopping once the player's legs were trapped. In footage which has since been widely shared online, Townsend att
Read more →iSpring Supports Fall Home Upgrades with Special Savings on Water Filtration Solutions
Cumming, Georgia, United States, September 20, 2026 -- As the crisp autumn air arrives, so does a unique opportunity to refresh the home and create a more comfortable environment for the entire family. To support seasonal lifestyle upgrades, iSpring Water Systems, a leader in water filtration, is launching its exclusive Fall Sale from September 23 to October 7, 2026, offering special savings on reliable water filtration solutions. This event isn’t just about discounts; it reflects the company’s
Read more →Anti-graft groups return to streets one year after Trillion Peso March
CIVIL SOCIETY, religious and youth groups are set to return to the streets of Manila on Monday, a year after the Trillion Peso March, to press for the prosecution of officials implicated in anomalous flood control projects.
Read more →Duterte ICC appearance does not settle fitness issue — political analysts
FORMER President Rodrigo R. Duterte’s first in-person appearance before the International Criminal Court (ICC) does not resolve whether he is fit to stand trial, analysts said, as judges prepare for the Nov. 30 opening of his crimes against humanity trial.
Read more →Anti-dynasty law could reshape polls but wider reforms needed — analysts
AN ANTI-POLITICAL dynasty law could reshape electoral competition in the Philippines by limiting family control of elective posts, but broader electoral reforms would be needed to produce lasting changes in the country’s political system, analysts said.
Read more →China threatens PHL civilian sea missions
CHINA’S increasingly close encounters with Philippine civilian government vessels could make it harder for Manila to safely carry out fishery and humanitarian missions in the South China Sea, a security analyst said. “The provocation is a result of the continuing plan to fortify Palawan as a military base,” Chester B. Cabalza, president of the International […]
Read more →PHL reaffirms One China Policy
THE Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Sunday reaffirmed the Philippines’ adherence to the One China Policy but maintained it does not prevent the country from pursuing relations with Taiwan. The policy, recognizes the People’s Republic of China as the sole legal government of China, remains “consistent, clear and unchanged,” the DFA said in a […]
Read more →Petition vs DENR waste-to-energy rules junked
THE Supreme Court (SC) dismissed a challenge to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ (DENR) waste-to-energy rules, saying the petition raised scientific and factual questions that should first be resolved by a lower court. The SC en banc dismissed the petition filed by environmental groups and individuals against DENR Administrative Order (DAO) No. 2019-21, […]
Read more →270 Filipino seafarers deported from US ports, groups say
AROUND 270 Filipino seafarers have been removed from their vessels and deported from United States ports, migrant rights groups said on Sunday, prompting calls for an investigation into the cases and greater protection for Filipino maritime workers. In a statement, the Save Our Seafarers (SOS) movement, led by the Pilipino Workers Center (PWC) and Center […]
Read more →Coalition-building next step for BARMM, senator says
THE newly elected parliament of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) will need to focus on coalition-building, Senator Francis Pancratius “Kiko” N. Pangilinan said on Sunday. In a statement, Mr. Pangilinan explained that the region’s government has to be formed through coalition and sustained dialogue since it has no majority mandate. The first […]
Read more →Immediate action sought to compensate MV June Aster victims
SENATOR Erwin T. Tulfo on Sunday called for immediate government action to deliver fair compensation to survivors and bereaved family members of the MV June Aster ferry fire. As of Sept. 17, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) identified a total of 128 persons onboard the ferry through verified ticket manifests, including 43 survivors, 77 dead, […]
Read more →School safety plan bill pushed after Cotabato shooting
SENATE PRESIDENT Sherwin T. Gatchalian pushed for the passage of the Comprehensive School Safety Act to establish a National Comprehensive School Safety Framework following a school shooting incident. The latest violent incident at Banga National High School in South Cotabato on Sept. 18, the third school shooting in the Philippines since June, has killed three […]
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