Philippines Business News

Attorney Nick Abaza Celebrates 25 Years of Exemplary Legal Practice

A Quarter-Century of Advocacy and Expertise in Probate and Estates Law HOUSTON, Sept. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Nicholas Abaza marks a significant milestone this year as he celebrates 25 years of dedicated service and exceptional legal advocacy in trusts wills probate and estates law. Over the past quarter-century, Attorney Nick Abaza has built a stellar reputation for guiding individuals and families through complex legal matters related to estate planning, probate, and trusts. Know

Russia holds parliamentary vote in occupied Ukrainian territories

Russia’s parliamentary election for the first time includes residents of regions that Moscow illegally annexed from Ukraine after the start of its full-scale invasion more than 4 1/2 years ago, part of Kremlin efforts to cement its gains. Officials in Kyiv vigorously denounced the action as illegal, and a human rights activist described residents there as being coerced to participate in the election. While the vote across Russia started Friday and lasts until Sunday to help boost turnout,

Sixthfin UK Financial Close Management Software Evaluation Criteria Released as Multi-ERP Control, Account Justification and Audit Evidence Enter 2026 Vendor Scorecards

The eleven criteria move close automation platform comparisons in the UK beyond workflow features to multi-entity controls, ERP coverage, account analysis and justification, analytical review, transaction-level drill-down, reporting dashboards, audit evidence and implementation requirements. They are intended to help UK enterprises structure a financial close automation vendor comparison around the reliability of the accounts produced, rather than around feature lists or the length of the close.

LTFRB addresses security breach in online support platform

MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is coordinating with technical experts from various government agencies to strengthen the security of its database following a security breach in one of its online support platforms. Acting LTFRB chairman Greg Pua Jr. said on Saturday that the agency is now working with information technology (IT) experts from the Department of Information and Communications Technology and the Cybercrime Investigation an

LPA off Palawan, habagat affect Western Visayas, Southern Luzon

MANILA, Philippines — The state weather bureau is monitoring a low pressure area (LPA) detected off Palawan outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), while the southwest monsoon continues to bring rains across western sections of Southern Luzon and the Visayas. In a 5 p.m. public weather forecast, DOST-Pagasa (Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration) Weather Specialist Daniel James E. Villamil said the weather disturbance poses no immediate t

Several Manila roads to close Sunday for Air Run 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Several major roads in Manila will be closed beginning 1 a.m. Sunday, September 20, for the Air Run 2026, the Manila Public Information Office (PIO) said Saturday. The closures will affect portions of Roxas Boulevard, Katigbak Drive, South Drive, Independence Road, P. Burgos Avenue, Finance Road, T.M. Kalaw Avenue and President Quirino Avenue. The affected portions include the northbound lane of Roxas Boulevard from President Quirino Avenue to P. Burgos Avenue and the

New Crypto Pepeto Announces Binance-Veteran Developer Appointment With Three Products Live And Ethereum Price Prediction Targets $6,000

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Sept. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pepeto has announced the appointment of a developer with years at Binance behind him, a milestone landing with the platform already running, three finished products live today. Inflows into the new crypto bent upward within days of it, the mark of money that checks everything before it moves, and the funding round now holds over $11.04 million. SHIB's story explains the attention: its largest returns settled on wallets dated before

New Crypto: Remittix Targets a $0.50 Launch While the Ethereum Price Prediction Points Toward $6,000

Remittix advances toward the public launch of its PayFi ecosystem as market observers assess a possible $0.50 RTX valuation and a longer-term Ethereum move to $6,000. MAJURO, Marshall Islands, Sept. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Remittix is moving toward the launch phase of its crypto-to-fiat ecosystem, with RTX currently offered at $0.21 and the next presale stage listed at $0.23. The project reports that 82.51% of its current allocation has been sold. Market discussion has identified $0.50 as a

Steward Group Launches New Independent Portfolio Management Firm in Partnership with Purpose Advisor Solutions

TORONTO, Sept. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steward Group Advisory Inc. ("Steward Group") and Purpose Advisor Solutions ("Advisor Solutions") today announced the launch of Steward Group as an independent portfolio management business operating on the Advisor Solutions platform. The newly formed firm is based in Cambridge, Ontario, serving entrepreneurs, business owners, and families across Southwestern Ontario. Steward Group is a registered portfolio manager in Ontario. The new firm carries forw

CrowdFlowCo Expands Agritourism Marketing Program, Says Seasonal Venues Are Marketing in the Wrong Season.

CrowdFlowCo's visibility audit program helps seasonal venue operators identify local search gaps while preparing for the 2027 season. Sheridan, Wyoming, United States, September 19, 2026 -- CrowdFlowCo, an agency serving seasonal agritourism and experience-based venues, today introduced off-season visibility audits for operators planning their 2027 seasons. The audits are intended to identify gaps between searches for a venue by name and searches based on the type of local experience it offers.

Xinhua Silk Road: 2026 International Audio-Visual Arts Carnival to debut in Jing'an, Shanghai

BEIJING, Sept. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 International Audio-Visual Arts Carnival will take place in Jing'an District, east China's Shanghai, from Sept. 24 to Oct. 18, offering the public an immersive audiovisual arts experience through deeper integration of audiovisual technologies, arts and culture, and commercial consumption. The carnival will also provide a platform for audiovisual professionals from around the world to exchange ideas and promote the upgrading of both Shanghai's audi

NU, UP WIN

The National University Bulldogs and the UP Fighting Maroons defeat the UE Red Warriors, 76-56, and the Ateneo Blue Eagles, 94-75, respectively in UAAP Season 89 men's basketball at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Sept. 19, 2026. PHOTOS BY RIO DELUVIO

ASEAN TRADE MEETING

CLEANUP AT BASECO

Crypto News: Remittix Pushes Toward Its $36M Hard Cap as Bitcoin Price Prediction For September Hits $93K

Remittix approaches the final phase of its PayFi presale as Bitcoin’s rebound renews discussion of a possible September move toward $93,000. MAJURO, Marshall Islands, Sept. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Remittix is advancing toward its $36 million hard cap as the project prepares its crypto-to-fiat ecosystem for public launch. The Remittix website reports 82.51% of the current allocation sold, with RTX priced at $0.21 before the next listed stage at $0.23. The development coincides with Bitcoin t

Stay Prepared for Canada's Grid Outages with Up to 65% Off Jackery Power Stations During Prime Big Deal Days' Early Access Event

As Canadian wildfires intensify and winter is around the corner, dependable home backup power is an essential purchase. Get a head start on preparedness with early savings from September 19 through October 5, plus a 30-Day Price Match if prices drop further during Prime Big Deal Days OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jackery's Prime Big Deal Days Early Access starts today until October 5, giving Canadian households up to 65% off portable power stations on ca.Jackery.com and Jac

NEVER AGAIN

South Korea becomes the first Asian country to reach the Davis Cup finals

SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea became the first Asian nation to reach the Davis Cup Final 8 after clinching its match against India 3-1 on Saturday. The South Koreans came from a set down in both singles matches on Friday to lead 2-0. It lost the opening doubles Saturday but Soonwoo Kwan beat Sumit Nagal 6-1, 6-2 in the first reverse singles to advance South Korea to the Davis Cup finals in Bologna, Italy, in November.

SOUEAST Partners with Time Out to Launch "Inspirational Weekend” New Urban Lifestyle Campaign

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Sept. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Automobiles have evolved from mobility tools into expressions of personal taste, lifestyle and cultural identity. This shift is fundamentally redefining how automotive brands connect with consumers. Against this backdrop, SOUEAST has partnered with Time Out, a leading global lifestyle media brand, to launch the "Inspirational Weekend” integrated marketing campaign in Dubai. The collaboration positions the city as a travel destinatio

Saudi Arabia issues air raid alerts as Mideast tensions escalate

Saudi Arabia warned of a “hostile aerial threat” and issued a string of emergency alerts across the kingdom, including in its capital, late Friday and early Saturday. Also Saturday, Iran’s state TV reported that a man was executed after being convicted on charges of spying for Israel’s intelligence agency Mossad. Here is the latest news from the Middle East on Saturday. Full coverage is available here. Alerts sound across Saudi Arabia for aerial threat Saudi Arabia warned

Watch: NASA high-altitude research aircraft operates from Panama, collecting climate data

NASA high-altitude research aircraft operates from Panama, collecting climate data A NASA high-altitude WB-57 has been operating out of Panama since Aug. 24, 2026, collecting stratospheric data to better understand how particles released into the atmosphere affect global climate patterns. The WB-57, which can operate at altitudes up to 62,000 feet, twice the height of the typical commercial aircraft, will be stationed in Panama City until September 23. VIDEO BY DANIEL DE CARTERET / AFPTV / AFP C

Watch: Chile's Chillan volcano erupts, sending ash cloud into sky

Chile's Chillan volcano erupts, sending ash cloud into sky UGC images show Chillan volcano erupting, sending a large cloud of ash into the sky in the Nuble region of central Chile. The National Geological Service posted on social media that the cloud reached 380 meters above the crater. No injuries have been reported. VIDEO BY Jano Catalan / UGC / AFP Check out our Streaming Channel: https://streaming.manilatimes.net/ Subscribe to The Manila Times Channel - https://tmt.ph/YTSubscribe Visit our w

Watch: El Nino phenomenon causes unique bloom in Chile's Atacama desert

El Nino phenomenon causes unique bloom in Chile's Atacama desert The El Nino weather phenomenon has brought rainfall to parts of Chile's Atacama Desert, activating the flowering of plants across areas of the normally arid landscape. The bloom has drawn visitors and photographers to the region to document the seasonal transformation. VIDEO BY FRANCO FAFASULI / AFPTV / AFP Check out our Streaming Channel: https://streaming.manilatimes.net/ Subscribe to The Manila Times Channel - https://tmt.ph/YTS

Watch: Japanese business leaders submit policy recommendations to Asean

Japanese business leaders submit policy recommendations to Asean The Federation of Japanese Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Asean (FJCCIA), which represents over 7,400 Japanese companies, submits an economic blueprint to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) through its Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn on Sept. 18, 2026. The plan aims to deepen regional economic co-creation ahead of the Asean Community Vision 2045. VIDEO BY ALLEN LIMOS Check out our Streaming Channel: https://st