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Volume vs. Virality: What Filipinos Actually Cared About in July 2026
SONA generated more Facebook posts than anything else in July 2026. But it wasn’t the month’s biggest story — a single question about a ₱85 wage increase…
Alex Eala’s Wimbledon Run Was July’s Second-Biggest Online Story — Here’s Why
6 Long Weekends Left in 2026 You Should Already Be Planning For
August 21 is a Special Non-Working Day, not a Regular Holiday — and that one distinction changes your entire pay computation. Here’s exactly what DOLE says…
August 7, 2026
Flood control, the rising cost of living and government accountability are the issues Filipinos want President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to address in his State of the…
July 24, 2026A comprehensive, year-long Facebook social media scan reveals that while national sovereignty and China-related tensions remain major talking points, the online conversation surrounding the West Philippine…
July 21, 2026
From Jumper Crisis to Grid Success: How Removing Systemic Barriers Solved Iloilo City’s Power Losses When MORE Electric and Power Corp. (MORE Power), led by billionaire…
July 21, 2026
Last updated: June 2026 June 12 is not just a day to wave flags — it has quietly become one of the biggest shopping events of…
June 5, 2026
Securing tickets for the BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’ in Manila will be one of the most intense digital battles of 2027. With a 360-degree stage at…
May 22, 2026
With Big Hit Music confirming the Philippine Arena finale for March 2027, the clock is ticking for the Filipino ARMY. But with the Peso currently hovering…
April 17, 2026
Is there work or classes on April 9, 2026? Following the official proclamation from Malacañang, Filipinos can expect a nationwide break this coming Thursday. As we…
April 6, 2026
While many are heading to the beaches of La Union, Baguio City remains the top choice for those looking to escape the rising March heat. With…
March 13, 2026