Another legit vocal coach who's blown away by SB19's performance. You see, when vocal coaches can't stop praising SB19, you know u're witnessing greatness. Their live vocals, passion, & stage command are simply unmatched.🔥
SB19 is definitely A MUST SEE ACT AT LOLLAPALOOZA 2026
My Top-Played Albums of 2026 (So Far) via @lastfm
1. Olivia Rodrigo, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love
2. BTS, ARIRANG
3. Victoria Beckham, Victoria Beckham
4. Madison Beer, locket
5. SB19, Wakas At Simula
6. Terror Jr, The Terror Jr Album
7. T.O.P, TOP SPOT - ANOTHER DIMENSION
8. ENHYPEN, THE SIN : VANISH
9. HEART OF WOMAN, Heart Byte : LEGACY
10. Lykke Li, The Afterparty
BEYOND PPOP ECOSYSTEM
The Department of Tourism clarifies that they are also in talks with Alex Eala and SB19 for possible partnership as PH tourism ambassadors.
🍎 I WaS There Thanksgiving Fanmeet - New Show Added
We've got good news!
A new show has just been added this August 9 for the I WaS There Thanksgiving Fanmeet. Hope to see you there!
August 9, 2026
Graton Resorts and Casino, Rohnert Park
Open for ALL ages
Ticket selling starts July 6, 2026 (Monday) at https://t.co/hvxS8GvDkl
#SB19 #IWaSThere
#WakasAtSimulaAftermath #TheStoryContinues
SB19 "Wakas at Simula" is coming to CD.
The new release from SB19 will be available on CD in Japan on August 5, 2026.
Pre-order now at CDJapan.
https://t.co/pa49CviqGY
#SB19#WakasAtSimula#CDJapan
Sony Music Philippines - WaS Global Version CD
Sony Music Japan - WaS Japanese Edition
tahimik na ang mga anak ng mafia. nagwawarm-up na at 2 minutes na lang para sa pre-order ng global version. haha
JAPAN EXCLUSIVE WaS CD
@SB19Official#SB19#SB19日本ログ2026
A'TIN, handa na ba kayo?? ✨️💙💿
@SB19Official Wakas At Simula Global Version CD is available for pre-order today at 12pm for ₱2,199!
🚨 Get Your CD on Launch Day!
Order your copy here 👉
https://t.co/JlTwceMMji
Whether SB19 joins in or not, what really matters is having a solid plan to boost tourism in the Philippines, you can have hundreds of ambassadors hyping the country, but if tourism isn’t properly supported, improved, and regulated, all that effort goes to waste. promotion is great, but without action, it’s just noise.
Sana may long term plan kayo DOT.
Got yours?
If not yet, don't delay any more. For those planning to pre-order from Sony Music Philippines, we encourage you to check out from today to no later than July 9, 2026. All purchases to said date will be a full tracking week, let's make everything count and just maybe achieve another milestone for SB19 😊
It's been a month, but who's still replaying their favorite Watsons Playlist moment? 🙋♀️💙
From electrifying performances to fan-filled cheers and unforgettable memories, Watsons Playlist: Own the Moment gave us a night we'll never forget.
Take a trip down memory lane and relive the moment with us. Tell us your favorite moment in the comments—you might just make other fans nostalgic too! 🎶🫶
Next Watsons Playlist ulit? 👀
#WatsonsPlaylist #WatsonsPH #ASWatsons185
The aroma of Adobo has long introduced the Philippines to the world. Now, the music of SB19 carries that same spirit even farther.
As the new ambassadors of the Datu Puti Adobo Series, they represent a dish that has become a symbol of Filipino comfort, tradition, and identity. And on July 30, 2026, they'll stand before thousands at Lollapalooza Chicago, sharing another part of the Philippines—its music.
Some artists sell products. Others perform on global stages. SB19 is doing both while telling the same story: that Filipino culture deserves to be experienced, celebrated, and remembered.
BAKASYON, ANO TARA? ✈️
The Philippines’ ranking in the 2026 Henley & Partners Global Passport Index slightly improved compared to last year from 75th to 72nd, with over 66 destinations that can be visited visa-free by Philippine passport holders.
Visit https://t.co/KqDTBMbm15 for more updates
Alex Eala continues to make history for the Philippines 🇵🇭
Eala is the first Filipino player, male or female, to reach a Major third round in the Open Era 🙌
#SciFeature 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗢𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗗 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔 𝗕𝗘𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗛 𝗦𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗦 🇵🇭
While most Filipinos know the story of Ferdinand Magellan arriving in the Philippines in 1521, far fewer realize there was a reverse story: Filipinos also reached the "New World" just 66 years after.
Filipino sailors (known then as Luzon Indios) were the first known Asians to set foot in the present-day continental United States when they arrived on 18 October 1587 in Morro Bay (present-day California), 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝟯𝟯 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗱.
Nearly two centuries later, Filipino sailors became the first known Asians to establish a permanent settlement in what is now the continental United States. After leaving the Manila–Acapulco galleon trade, they founded the fishing village of Saint Malo in present-day Louisiana in 1763, more than a decade before the Thirteen Colonies declared independence.
Known as the Manilamen, these pioneers drew upon the resilience and survival skills they had developed in the Philippines.
They adapted to Louisiana's hurricane-prone marshes and mosquito-infested wetlands, built thriving fishing communities, and later ventured west, with many joining the California Gold Rush in search of new opportunities. Their story remains one of the earliest and most remarkable chapters of the Filipino-American experience. #America250 #science #technology #FilAm
Asian countries in 2050 - Facts & predictions by country
🇨🇳 China
Aging population, but remains a high-tech economic superpower and AI leader.
🇮🇳 India
World’s largest population, young workforce and a global economic powerhouse.
🇯🇵 Japan
Super-aged society, robotics and automation will drive the future workforce.
🇰🇷 South Korea
Advanced AI and tech innovation leader, but continues to face low birth rate.
🇸🇬 Singapore
Smart city leader, global finance hub and center of innovation and sustainability.
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Among the world’s largest economies, new capital drives growth and development.
🇵🇭 Philippines
Young population, strong digital economy and global talent contributor.
🇻🇳 Vietnam
Major manufacturing and technology hub, strong economic growth continues.
🇹🇭 Thailand
Aging population, but tourism and wellness economy remain key strengths.
🇲🇾 Malaysia
High-income economy potential with strong education and innovation focus.
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
Large garment exporter with growing manufacturing and economic resilience.
🇵🇰 Pakistan
Rapid population growth and expanding middle class drive urban and economic growth.
🇳🇵 Nepal
Tourism, hydropower and infrastructure development continue to grow.
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
Economic recovery, tourism revival and infrastructure development.
🇰🇭 Cambodia
Manufacturing sector and infrastructure expansion fuel economic growth.
🇱🇦 Laos
Increased regional connectivity through rail networks and trade partnerships.
🇲🇲 Myanmar
Future growth depends heavily on political stability and reforms.
🇧🇳 Brunei
Economic diversification and investment in renewable energy and technology.
🇲🇳 Mongolia
Critical minerals, renewable energy and tourism drive future prospects.
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
Becomes a regional logistics hub and key energy supplier in Asia.
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
Fast-growing economy with industrialization and regional trade expansion.
🇶🇦 Qatar
Diversified economy with focus on innovation, tourism and sports investment.
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
Global center for innovation, tourism, AI and sustainable development.
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
Major transformation through Vision 2030 and beyond, diversifying the economy.
🇮🇷 Iran
Significant potential with strong human capital and natural resources.
🇹🇷 Türkiye
Strategic bridge between Europe and Asia with growing economy and influence.
🖇️ Source: Projections for 2050 based on UN World Population Prospects, World Bank, IMF, OECD, PwC, Goldman Sachs, and Vision 2030 Reports
In the Philippines, finding time for hobbies is a struggle for the middle class.
A Thread post sparked discussions about Filipinos having no hobbies, showing a photo of long commuter queues and suggesting that the transportation crisis is the cause.
The sentiment resonated with other users, who cited their own struggles with commuting as a source of wasted time and energy.
One user shared that they felt sad about being unable to pursue the hobbies they love.
"I can't even make art or play games [...] after my shift kasi sobrang pagod na ako," they said.
Others even pointed out that this reality is why Filipinos are chronically online, losing much of their time to scrolling on social media while stuck in transit.
Data from the TomTom index show that congestion in Metro Manila continues to worsen, with the 2025 rush hour traffic resulting in time lost equivalent to 5 days and 23 hours, which is 1 hour and 16 minutes more than the previous year.
Moreover, the 2024 Global Life-Work Balance Index report shows that Filipinos have one of the worst work-life balances, ranking 59th out of 60 countries, citing poor workplace culture and traffic as reasons.
"For many, a rare free moment is better spent resting than pursuing creative projects. True hobbies require financial freedom and peace of mind that daily grinding denies," one user shared.
When these economic realities intersect, time becomes a privilege enjoyed by a few.
Such an everyday condition goes beyond discussions of leisure, as many are left to suffer from parental inadequacy, deteriorating health, and limited educational opportunities.
This puts into perspective what we continue to lose along the way and the choices we make for ourselves.
With a system perpetuating a deeper economic imbalance, Filipinos will continue to live in survival mode.
(✍️: Allyson Capati)
Alex Eala got a special engraved visor for Wimbledon, and since people often wonder why certain Nike players get “special treatment,” I thought it would be a good time to explain.
Being the #1 star of a sport in your country makes you particularly lucrative from a marketing standpoint. Nike Philippines is responsible for many of the special touches she’s received over the last year.