Ginebra wins PBA Commissioner’s Cup in Game 7 showdown: Ginebra secured the PBA Commissioner’s Cup title in a thrilling Game 7 against TNT with a record crowd, captivating basketball fans nationwide.
Archived Pulse in Philippines
Country pulse digest
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Archived Pulse in Philippines
In the Philippines, the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Game 7 between Ginebra and TNT captivated basketball fans with Ginebra's victory before a record crowd. Tennis attention rose for the Berlin Open, spotlighting Alexandra Eala. The entertainment sector mourned Daveigh Chase's passing.
Active topics
24
Search volume
127K
Leading topic
Entertainment
Attention mix
What the country is searching
24
Entertainment29% (7)
Sports25% (6)
Money21% (5)
World8% (2)
Politics8% (2)
Technology4% (1)
Culture4% (1)
Why people are curious
The Philippine public’s search behaviors reveal diverse motivations. Sports fans are mostly following live, current events such as basketball finals, tennis tournaments, and World Cup matches to stay updated and watch key moments unfold. Entertainment-related searches stem from both following new content releases and remembering notable public figures, reflecting emotional engagement and curiosity about cultural icons. Financial-related searches show a worrying intent as users seek clarity on fines and loan details to protect their interests.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Berlin Open gains popularity with top tennis stars: The Berlin Open tennis tournament garners increased attention due to notable performances by players like Alexandra Eala and Elena Rybakina, boosting興
Daveigh Chase’s death attracts widespread attention: The passing of actress Daveigh Chase prompted significant remembrance and discussions about her career and cause of death.
Portugal vs DR Congo draw sparks World Cup discussions: The 2026 World Cup match between Portugal and DR Congo draws interest, especially focused on Cristiano Ronaldo and the surprising 1-1 draw.
Home Credit fined by SEC for unfair debt practices: SEC fines Home Credit Philippines for unfair debt collection, raising concerns over consumer protection in financial services.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Philippines
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
MoneyDeclining
mynt gcash ipo
1K+ searches, 600% growth.
1K+ searches · 600% growthLast seen 14 days ago
02
SportsDeclining
ginebra vs tnt game 7
The Game 7 showdown between Ginebra and TNT in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup has generated massive interest in the Philippines with a record-breaking crowd and significant online.
50K+ searches · 800% growthLast seen 14 days ago
pbaginebra vs tntpba score
03
SportsDeclining
berlin open
The Berlin Open tennis tournament is gaining popularity, with notable players like Alexandra Eala, Donna Vekić, and Elena Rybakina making headlines.
20K+ searches · 300% growthLast seen 14 days ago
elena rybakinadonna vekićalexandra eala
04
EntertainmentDeclining
daveigh chase
Daveigh Chase, known for her roles in 'The Ring' and as the voice of 'Lilo & Stitch,' has passed away at age 35.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
daveigh chase cause of deathmeningitis
05
SportsDeclining
portugal vs dr congo
The significant increase in searches for "Portugal vs DR Congo" reflects widespread interest in the 2026 World Cup match where Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
cristiano ronaldodr congo world cup
06
MoneyDeclining
sec fines home credit
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) fined Home Credit in the Philippines due to unfair debt collection practices.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
07
TechnologyDeclining
samsung galaxy
Samsung Galaxy is experiencing a significant surge in interest in the Philippines, driven by new product releases and software updates.
5K+ searches · 500% growthLast seen 14 days ago
08
SportsDeclining
england vs croatia
The England vs Croatia match, part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is attracting significant attention with a surge in search interest mainly focused on live viewing and highlights.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 14 days ago
england national football team vs croatia national football team standingsfifa world cup football
09
WorldDeclining
san andreas fault earthquake prediction
People in the Philippines are seeking information to understand earthquake predictions related to the San Andreas Fault in California.
2K+ searches · 700% growthLast seen 14 days ago
10
SportsDeclining
scottie thompson
Scottie Thompson has become a major topic of interest in the Philippines after winning his third PBA Finals MVP award.
2K+ searches · 500% growthLast seen 14 days ago
11
CultureDeclining
june 19 holiday
June 19, known as Juneteenth, is gaining recognition as a federal holiday in the United States, commemorating the end of slavery.
2K+ searches · 100% growthLast seen 14 days ago
12
MoneyDeclining
safe loan pag ibig link
The Pag-IBIG Fund offers a SAFE loan program in the Philippines to assist members with emergency financial needs.
2K+ searches · 200% growthLast seen 14 days ago
safe loan
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Money / Buying | 14 days ago
mynt gcash ipo
Why it matters
DecliningThis topic was last observed 14 days ago and is no longer part of the current pulse, backed by 1K+ recorded searches. People are searching to evaluate a purchase or offer.
Last seen 14 days agoConfidence: high
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Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.