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Alex Eala rises to new career-best No. 28 in WTA live rankings
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala rose to a new career-high of No. 28 in the WTA live rankings after reaching the Wimbledon fourth round Saturday night in Manila. No. 32 in the official rankings, Eala raised her total from 1,556 to 1,666 after dethroning Polish Iga Swiatek in the third round, 7-6 (9), 6-2. Eala accumulated the same total points as Anastasia Potapova albeit the live rankings put the Austrian ahead at No. 27. The lefty Philippine player and Potapova a
Read more →IT security incident in North Media’s Swedish subsidiary SDR
Investor news 4 July 2026 North Media has experienced an IT security incident regarding unauthorised external access on the internal IT infrastructure in its Swedish subsidiary SDR Svensk Direktreklam. North Media and SDR are investigating the extent of the unauthorised external access in collaboration with external security experts and legal advisors, including whether personally identifiable information or customer data has been accessed. SDR will inform all stakeholders that may potentially b
Read more →Online Cricket ID Announces User Education Initiative to Help Beginners Navigate Digital Cricket Platforms in 2026
MUMBAI, India, July 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Online Cricket ID today announced a new user education initiative aimed at helping beginners better understand digital cricket platforms, account creation procedures and online security practices. The initiative reflects the company's ongoing commitment to improving user awareness, promoting responsible account management and supporting safer digital experiences for first-time users. The announcement comes as growing interest in digital cricket pl
Read more →Alex Eala dethrones Iga Swiatek to reach Wimbledon last 16
MANILA, Philippines — Keeping her historic Wimbledon run alive, Alex Eala reached the fourth round (round of 16) after dethroning Iga Swiatek, 7-6 (9), 6-2, the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club Center Court Saturday night in Manila. Becoming the first Filipino singles player to make the last 16 of the grass major in the Open Era, Eala built on a hard-fought first set where she knocked out last year's champ in her fourth set point, taking the opener in 1 hour and 25 minutes after th
Read more →VinFast honored for investor relations excellence at the Asian Excellence Awards 2026
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 4 July 2026 - At the Asian Excellence Awards 2026 ceremony held in Hong Kong, VinFast was recognized with three prestigious awards, including Best Investor Relations Company and two individual honors. The achievement underscores VinFast's growing stature and capabilities as a global electric vehicle company listed on Nasdaq. The Asian Excellence Awards is one of Asia's most prestigious accolades in the fields of corporate governance, ESG, and investor re
Read more →Chery Auto's Rosslyn Plant Opens in South Africa, LEPAS Rides Momentum to Accelerate Local Expansion
PRETORIA, South Africa, July 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Witnessed by high-level officials from both China and South Africa, Chery Auto officially inaugurated the Rosslyn Plant. Originally built in 1963, this long-established automobile manufacturing plant has been revitalized under Chery Auto's stewardship, marking the company's transition from an importer to a local manufacturer in South Africa and a strategic move in its global expansion. Paul Mashatile (South African Deputy President), Pany
Read more →Scope Ratings assigns AA- long -term ratings to the Republic of Iceland with Stable Outlook
Scope Ratings has assigned the Icelandic Treasury an AA- credit rating in domestic and foreign currencies with a stable outlook. Scope Ratings is a European credit rating agency that assesses Iceland's creditworthiness for the first time. The company began assessing sovereign creditworthiness in 2017 and has since grown and issued ratings for 38 countries. Scope is the only company of its kind in Europe that is recognized within the European Central Bank's rating framework. Scope Ratings' assess
Read more →Dream Exchange Calls for Venture Exchanges to Help Close the Small Business Capital Gap
This Independence Day, Dream Exchange founder and CEO Joe Cecala says record numbers of new American businesses need a public market built to help them grow. The company supports legislation similar to the Main Street Growth Act, which would authorize venture exchanges for small and mid-sized companies. Key points: Americans filed a record of nearly 5.5 million applications to start new businesses in 2023, and filings stayed near 5.2 million in 2024, far above the roughly 3 million that was typi
Read more →Jelly Force Announces Launch of Male Enhancement Supplement and Official Online Platform "JellyForce”
JellyForce Gummies officially launches its male enhancement supplement through its dedicated online platform, offering a new solution designed to support energy, vitality, and overall male performance. Largo, FL, July 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jelly Force today announced the official launch of its first men's wellness dietary supplement together with the introduction of its official online platform, marking the company's entry into the consumer wellness and dietary supplement sector. Accordin
Read more →Co-Exponential Announces Strategic Partnership with HEAR HERE, LLC to Support Small Business Growth Across New Jersey
Strategic collaboration supports the continued growth of one of New Jersey's fastest-growing community market organizations. Keansburg, NJ, July 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Co-Exponential™, a leadership and growth consultancy focused on helping organizations scale their impact, today announced a strategic partnership with HEAR HERE, LLC, a New Jersey-based organizer of farmers markets, pop-up events, and community experiences. The collaboration is designed to support HEAR HERE's continued growt
Read more →Digital Crisis Management Announces AI Reputation Management Methodology to Address Emerging Search Crisis
A new breed of reputation management firm is influencing what AI says about executives, celebrities, and public figures. Most people don't know the battlefield has already shifted. MIAMI, July 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Crisis Management, the Florida-based reputation management firm, announced the introduction of its specialized methodology for AI reputation management. The framework enables executives, professionals, companies, and public figures to proactively shape the narratives th
Read more →Pepeto Announces Presale Nearing Sellout as the Solana Price Prediction Targets $250 and SOL Whale Wallets Load Before the Bull Run
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pepeto announces its presale is closing in on a sellout with more than $10.37 million raised, new wallets are joining at twice last month's rate, and the window to get in before the Binance listing keeps shrinking with every round that fills. What makes the picture even more interesting is who exactly is buying, because large Solana holders are showing up inside this presale, and that puts a question on the table that needs a real an
Read more →Reigning champions Argentina, Cape Verde take on the biggest sensation
THE biggest intrigues of the Globe Cup round of 32 match, which takes place on July 4 in Miami, Florida, USA, is discussed in this 1xBet review. According to predictions by the Opta supercomputer, only three teams had a lower chance of progressing from the group stage than Cape Verde. However, the Blue Sharks not only successfully made it through the group stage but also remained unbeaten. In their opening match against Spain, the African side achieved a sensational result. The European champion
Read more →Velo x McLaren Mastercard Formula 1® Team Relaunches Live Your Fandom to Bring Fans Closer to the Sport They Love
LONDON, July 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New research* commissioned by Velo highlights the lengths fans go to stay connected to the sports and teams they love, reinforcing the brand's belief that fandom is an important form of self-expression. Velo x McLaren Mastercard Formula 1® Team is relaunching Live Your Fandom.August 2025. Credit: Velo / McLaren Building on this insight, Velo x McLaren Mastercard Formula 1® Team is relaunching Live Your Fandom for a second year - a platform designed to celebra
Read more →Cone proud to see Gilas young guns carry fight
MANILA, Philippines — As netizens wonder if it’s time Gilas Pilipinas to replace naturalized player Justin Brownlee following his quiet offense on Friday against New Zealand, coach Tim Cone was elated with the way his young guns performed in window 3 of the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers in Auckland. Juan Gomez De Liaño, Kevin Quiambao and Carl Tamayo stepped up big-time on offense as the trip fought with grit against the Tall Blacks before Gilas fell, 106-102 in double
Read more →Hong Kong Hosts Lions International Convention for the Third Time
Over Ten Thousand International Delegates Gather in Hong Kong Confirming City’s Status as World’s Meeting Place HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 4 July 2026 - The Hong Kong Tourism Board is proud to support the 108th Lions International Convention 2026 in Hong Kong. Having previously hosted the convention in 1992 and 2005, Hong Kong has once again been chosen by Lions Clubs International as the venue for its flagship event, attracting around 17,000 delegates from across the globe. Hong
Read more →King is back: Conor McGregor is the new 1xBet ambassador
SOME names change the game, and Conor McGregor is one of them. Online gaming company1xBet announces a partnership with the first-ever UFC champion to hold titles in two weight classes simultaneously, a global sports superstar, and the man who forever changed the world of mixed martial arts. McGregor’s charisma, flamboyant persona and spectacular fighting style have made the UFC a world-class promotion in the combat sports industry. The Irishman’s bouts against José Aldo, Nate
Read more →8990 Holdings Annual Stockholders Meeting set for July 27 via online
Read more →Excommunicated Catholic society defends role in letter to Pope
MANILA, Philippines — The Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), which was excommunicated by the Vatican in what was described as the Catholic Church’s “biggest schism in 156 years” wrote to Pope Leo XIV defending their role in the church late on Friday According to the letter written by Don Davide Pagliarani the SSPX’s superior general, the Switzerland-based Catholic society got the information regarding its excommunication and which was now a “matter of public know
Read more →Watch : Palace to Sara : Show up in impeachment trial to clear name
Malacañang on July 3, 2026 (July 4 in Manila) says that Vice President Sara Duterte should show up in her impeachment trial to clear her name, stressing that due process includes facing allegations in the proper forum. In a press conference in Vancouver, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the impeachment trial would demonstrate Duterte's ability to respond to allegations and face witnesses should she attend the trial in person. VIDEO BY CATHERINE VALENTE Check out our Streaming Chann
Read more →Avaricio, LPGT aces face new test at Pradera Verde
MANILA, Philippines — Fresh off a stirring comeback victory in the mountains of Baguio, Chanelle Avaricio now faces an entirely different challenge as the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour shifts to the plains of Pampanga for the ICTSI Pradera Verde Championship beginning Tuesday in Lubao. Gone are the tight fairways, uneven lies and demanding elevation changes of Pinewoods Golf Club. In their place is the sprawling, relatively flat Pradera Verde Golf and Country Club – a layout that appea
Read more →NBI, House security officials prosecution's first witnesses in Duterte impeach trial
MANILA, Philippines — Officials of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and a security executive at the House of Representatives are the prosecution team's first witnesses during the first week of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, which opens on Monday at the Senate, that will be acting as an impeachment court. In a manifestation filed on July 3, the prosecution said NBI Regional Director Jeremy Lotoc and Senior Agent Mark Calilung and Belinda Bello, House Office
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