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  Right Education NZ says family friendly visa settings and lower costs than other English speaking study destinations are fuelling the rise AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 10 August 2026.  Philippine student visa approvals to New Zealand rose 31.5 percent in the past financial year, official immigration data shows, outpacing nearly every other major Southeast Asian market. Immigration New Zealand approved 6,214 Philippine student visa applications in the 2025/26 financial year, up from 4,726 the year before. The figures come directly from Immigration New Zealand's own published statistics.  Only two other Southeast Asian markets grew faster in percentage terms, Laos at 34.3 percent and Malaysia at 32.5 percent, but neither comes close in raw numbers. The Philippines sent more than double the students of Vietnam, the next largest Southeast Asian source country, and nearly five times as many as Indonesia. Among the region's biggest markets, the Philippines is now growing fast...

MANILA, Philippines, 10 AUGUST 2026 — Casino Plus, one of the country’s leading responsible digital entertainment platforms licensed by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), has confirmed its latest major jackpot payout: ₱53,913,617 won on the slot title Bao Zhu Zhao Fu. The verified jackpot was won on August 7, 2026, when a Casino Plus player transformed a single ₱76 wager into a ₱53.9 million jackpot. The win ranks among the operator’s highest individual single-spin payouts recorded in the third quarter of 2026, highlighting the scale of prizes available from relatively modest wagers on the platform. "This ₱53.9 million jackpot demonstrates Casino Plus' commitment to delivering exciting and transparent gaming experiences for millions of Filipino players," said Evan Spytma, Chief Executive Officer of Casino Plus. "A ₱76 bet turning into nearly ₱54 million demonstrates that life-changing wins can happen to anyone, on any spin. We congratulate ou...

    WINNIPEG, MB, August 7, 2026 — IntouchCX has been honored with the 2026 Sustainability Leadership Award by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG) for its measurable progress in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. IntouchCX embeds sustainability into its global operations across 25 campuses in 12 countries through responsible infrastructure (e.g., LEED Platinum-certified campus, water treatment facilities, and organic waste management) and social initiatives, including impact sourcing partnerships, support for diverse suppliers, and various diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and wellbeing programs. IntouchCX, a global leader in AI-powered customer experience (CX) management, trust and safety, digital engagement, and back-office operations, has been named a recipient of the  2026 Sustainability Leadership Award in the 10,000+ employees category by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG). The award recognizes organizations demonstrating measurable l...

  Livestock & Aquaculture Philippines 2026 showcased how innovation, collaboration, and digital visibility are shaping the future of the industry. By Shelby Garcia, Business Development Associate Livestock & Aquaculture Philippines 2026  once again brought together businesses, suppliers, industry experts, and professionals from across the livestock and aquaculture sectors. Returning for its second year, Keepital joined the exhibition to connect with exhibitors and demonstrate how businesses can continue building visibility beyond the event through digital solutions and online discoverability. Throughout the exhibition, Keepital showcased its B2B marketplace, SEO services, and industry directories to businesses looking to strengthen their online visibility. Visitors also learned about  Asia Marine Hub , the recently launched digital directory for Maps & Globe Specialists’ marine trade network that extends the visibility of marine industry exhibitors beyond ...

 As a quiet student, Avie Marucot found her earliest form of self-expression in the pages of her notebooks, where she would sketch princess gowns and dream up silhouettes of her own. What began as a simple pastime gradually became the foundation of a creative language—one rooted in femininity, imagination, and the timeless allure of fashion. Years later, that childhood fascination culminated in The Maiden, Avie’s debut fashion collection, presented on July 15, 2026, in Antipolo City. The title The Maiden speaks to beginnings—the first chapter of a new creative journey, and the enduring magic of experiencing something for the very first time. For Avie, a first collection is more than a debut; it is a moment meant to be remembered. Drawing inspiration from the glamour of 1950s Old Hollywood, Avie reinterprets the era’s romance and sophistication through a contemporary lens. The collection balances nostalgia with modern wearability, bringing dramatic silhouettes and feminine details i...

   Carziqo has expanded its autonomous logistics footprint to New York, introducing its A-DS series autonomous delivery vehicles as part of the mobility technology company's broader strategy to develop intelligent, technology-driven urban delivery networks. The New York rollout represents the latest step in Carziqo's expansion of autonomous delivery operations into major metropolitan markets, where growing e-commerce volumes, high delivery density and increasing pressure on conventional last-mile logistics are creating demand for more efficient transportation solutions. According to Carziqo, the A-DS series is designed specifically for urban and last-mile logistics applications. The vehicles integrate autonomous driving technology, real-time fleet monitoring, route planning and centralized dispatch capabilities intended to support the movement of parcels and other eligible goods across high-demand delivery areas. Rather than operating as isolated vehicles, the A-DS units are ...