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Alma Anonas-Carpio

Exciting times for Aliw Broadcasting on its 27th year

Aliw Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) is on a roll on this first half of the current year. The latest additions to its flagship AM station...

Cyber attacks expected to spike during FIFA World Cup 2018

Football fans in the Philippines, beware of cyber-attacks during the FIFA World Cup 2018. Cyber-security solutions provider Fortinet​ made this warning amid expectations of...

Veterans Bank Freedom Trail inspires legacy of WWII veteran heroes

    The scorching heat, fatigue, and unquenchable thirst did not deter the determination of over 600 participants who participated in the Mariveles-San Fernando-Capas Freedom Trail...

SM Foundation to present scholar-graduates of SY 2017-2018 to Henry Sy, Sr. & family

To honor SM Foundation scholar-graduates for school year 2017-2018, the Sy family tendered a testimonial dinner at the SMX last June 27. Some 330 graduates...

Robinsons Bank launches its new credit card

Nobody DOS it better! Robinsons Bank recently launched its new credit card: The Robinsons Bank DOS® Mastercard. With this credit card, cardholders can extend their finances by paying for ALL their straight retail purchases in 2-Gives!...

The North Face teams up with the Philippine National Climbing Team for 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Founded over 50 years ago, The North Face has inspired countless individuals to conquer the ordinary. From its extensive line of high-quality outdoor gears...

PCSO spends P643M for individual medical assistance in April

Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) through the Charity Assistance Department on Thursday said that it has spent P643 million for the month of April,...

BDO Foundation, DepEd and BSP promote financial inclusion

In keeping with a shared goal to promote financial inclusion, BDO Foundation joined forces with the Department of Education (DepEd) and BangkoSentralngPilipinas (BSP) to...

I can fry chicken

One of the recurring reminders I hear from my folks at home is that I should start learning how to cook. I would hazard...

420-megawatt joint power project of TeaM Energy and Aboitiz Power inaugurated

President Duterte leads inauguration of USD 976 million power facility Pagbilao, Quezon–President Rodrigo Roa Duterte led the inauguration today of the newly completed 420-megawatt (MW)...

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UP Scientists Identify Plant Boosting Bacteria in Bamboo and Corn

Farmers usually use chemical fertilizers to grow their crops, but these can be expensive and may harm the environment. A more efficient and cheaper alternative is the use of specific microorganisms called plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB). PGPB help plants absorb more nutrients and produce growth hormones that...

Metro Manila: Where 217 Languages Meet—And Some Are Dying Out

Metro Manila hums with voices from all over the Philippines—and the world. In the city’s crowded markets, one might hear Kapampangan, Pangasinan, Chavacano, or even Hokkien and Nepali mingling with the street noise. According to new research published by the London School of Economics’ Southeast Asia Centre,...

Works of local authors to be translated into English under the National Book Development Board’s Translation Subsidy Program

QUEZON CITY, Philippines — THE National Book Development Board (NBDB) announces the 20 grantees selected for its Translation Subsidy Program (TSP)  this year “for local authors who wish to have their works translated into a foreign language.”Out of 32 proposals submitted to the NBDB, 20 grantees were...

New book “Are You Still Watching?” from the Ateneo Press offers an intimate look into the world of Philippine television and film

The entertainment industry is an often wild and sometimes wondrous arena. A lot goes on behind the movie and television magic. A new release from the Ateneo University Press, Are You Still Watching? Dispatches and Essays on Filipino Cinema and TV by Don Jaucian, provides in-depth film...

New book paints an unflinching portrait of power, pain, and protest

In Kuwentong Butsero, author J.L. Chua takes readers on a visceral journey through 10 Filipino short stories that weave violence, social critique, and psychological torment. On the surface, this book presents gritty, graphic, and unapologetic tales of contemporary Filipino life. But underneath its raw exterior lies something deeper:...

Where Faith Takes Root: Eternal Gardens and the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ

There is something sacred in places where time stands still—where the wind softens, the land opens, and statues do not mourn, but quietly proclaim hope. For nearly five decades, Eternal Gardens has been more than a resting place. It is a sanctuary shaped by faith, tradition, and a...

Benchmark Consulting hosts 2025 Leadership Conference; President Julius Ordoñez named Asia’s Distinguished Leader in Professional Coaching

Benchmark Consulting, a trailblazer in coaching and leadership development in the Philippines and Asia, is mounting its highly anticipated e-conference this September with the theme: “Digitalization + Authentic Connection = Next Level Leaders.” The event comes at a critical time when businesses are grappling with constant disruption,...

Nibertex Closes US$7M Series A Funding Round Led by TNB Aura to Scale PFAS-Free Textile Membrane Production

Deep-tech manufacturer raises Series A funding of US$7M as global demand surges for sustainable textile alternatives Manila, Philippines August 8 2025—Nibertex, a leading deep-tech manufacturing company specialising in PFAS-free waterproof and breathable textile membranes, today announced the successful closure of its US$7 million Series A funding round. The...

After years of space struggles, Laoag school gains room to grow

Few would expect that a top-performing school like Buttong Integrated School (BuIS) in Laoag City has long struggled with space and facility limitations.  Known for its excellence in campus journalism, drum and lyre competitions, sports meets, and cleanliness, BuIS continues to thrive despite its constraints. Originally built to serve...

SNAP wins NordCham Community Impact Award for empowering its host communities

Renewable energy solutions provider SN Aboitiz Power Group (SNAP) won the Community Impact Award at the 2025 Nordic Chamber of Commerce (NordCham) Business Awards, held on August 6 at the BDO Tower Valero in Makati. The award is one of the categories of the annual 2025 NordCham Awards....

ECMP expansion continues as SHFC approves Albay project

The Social Housing Finance Corporation (SHFC) has approved the application of Pagkamoot Village-1 Homeowners’ Association, Inc. in Tabaco City, Albay under the Enhanced Community Mortgage Program (ECMP), marking another milestone in its mission to provide safe, decent, and affordable housing under the expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa...

VeeWise Pubstomp in Manila: A Massive Celebration of the Esports World Cup 2025 for MLBB Fans

On August 1 and 2, Manila hosted a special event for the Filipino esports community called VeeWise Pubstomp, dedicated to the global tournament Esports World Cup 2025 in Saudi Arabia. But this was more than just a viewing party. It became a full-on fan experience built around...