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by Rene Sebastian ACROSS   1. Wild pig   5. Pelotari’s bat 10. Stratagem 14. Cupid 15. Marriage venue 16. Exist 17. Pres. Cory’s monicker ...

BSP, GCash support digitized economy

  BSP Cafeteria and Cooperative opt for cashless transactions A counter at the BSP cafeteria with the GCash Scan to Pay QR code With an objective geared...

SM City Urdaneta Central opens May 4       

SM City Urdaneta Central, SM Prime Holding’s 69th mall, opens its doors to serve shoppers in Pangasinan. It is the second SM Supermall after...

24 arrested over Globaltech’s illegal gambling operations in Negros Occidental 

Twenty-four people were arrested in two separate operations by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) and National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) against Globaltech Mobile...

Robinsons Bank and Pru Life UK receive regulatory approvals for bancassurance partnership

Robinsons Bank and Pru Life UK are pleased to announce they have received the necessary regulatory approvals for their strategic bancassurance partnership. Approvals have...

SSS runs after delinquent employers in Dagupan City

The Social Security System (SSS) conducted its second provincial leg of its intensified collection campaign against delinquent employers here today, May 4. Under its Run After...

League of Vice Governors of the Philippines visits Laguna Water’s used water treatment plant

Laguna Water welcomed the League of Vice Governors of the Philippines (LVGP) to its LTI Sewage and Septage Treatment Plant (LTI SSTP) in Laguna...

Federalism: the Filipino view by Fil V. Elefante

Federalism? What is that? That was the apparent sentiment of most Filipinos, according to a recent survey released by Pulse Asia Research, Inc. Put more bluntly,...

The ‘gospel’ of Federalism by Joel Pablo Salud

The Duterte administration preaches Federalism as a sort of ‘gospel of liberation’. My past interviews with executive director Joel Sy Egco and House Speaker Pantaleon...

The fox and the pitbull by Marie Yuvienco

If Rodrigo Duterte felt no compunction cussing out the Pope, it is unlikely he’ll be suffering pangs of conscience over ordering the deportation of...

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“Pure Worship!” Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses to draw thousands in Pasay City

Jehovah’s Witnesses are nearing the conclusion of their 2025 regional convention series across the Philippines, with one of the final three-day gatherings set to take place from August 22 to 24 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. The “Pure Worship!” convention in Pasay beginning this Friday...

Nominations Are Now Open For The 43rd National Book Awards

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Filipino Critics Circle (FCC) are now accepting nominations for the 43rd National Book Awards (NBA). First administered by the Filipino Critics Circle or the FCC (formerly known as the Manila Critics Circle) in 1982, the NBA honors...

Credit Demand Rising, But Trust Gap Persists in the Philippines

The Philippines’ credit landscape is at a turning point.  Consumer demand for financing continues to rise, yet limited access to financial services, insufficient credit data, and high delinquency rates underscore the urgent need for trust, transparency, and collaboration across the ecosystem. Against this backdrop, the country’s first and...

Vingroup awarded first-class labor order for outstanding achievements in developing the national exhibition and convention center

Vingroup is honored to receive the First-Class Labor Order in recognition of its exceptional achievements in developing the National Exhibition and Convention Center. This prestigious award acknowledges the Group’s breakthrough efforts and determination in completing the project 15 months ahead of schedule, celebrating the 80th National Day...

Hotel Okura Manila Chefs Bring Home 14 Medals at the Philippine Culinary Cup 2025

Pasay City, Philippines – August 11, 2025 – An inspiring showcase of skill, artistry, and teamwork from the Yawaragi and Yamazato culinary teams. Hotel Okura Manila’s culinary talents shone at the Philippine Culinary Cup 2025, earning an impressive 14 medals across 12 competing chefs—with every participant taking...

San Miguel Pale Pilsen’s 135-Year History and Heritage Captured in Limited-Edition “Balik Tanaw” Can

San Miguel Pale Pilsen has endeared generations of Filipinos with its signature, award-winning brew that has become the pride of Filipinos worldwide. For 135 years, this true global Filipino beer has captivated drinkers the world over by forging friendships, serving delightful experiences and unforgettable moments. As it elevates...

Healthway partners with Fuse, GCash lending arm, for ‘Test Now, Pay Later’ Program, expanding Filipinos’ access to healthcare

Healthway Medical Network and Fuse Financing Inc., the lending arm of GCash, are making healthcare more accessible through a zero-interest installment plan, allowing Filipinos to manage out-of-the-pocket diagnostic test expenses and undergo much-needed medical exams without delay.  Powered by GGives, the Test Now, Pay Later program allows patients...

Viral-worthy eats: Filipino food trip goals at GH Mall

After a whirlwind of shopping for gadgets, clothes, and unique finds, there's nothing quite like a hearty meal to cap off the day. Greenhills, a beloved landmark for many Filipinos, isn't just a destination for shopping enthusiasts, it's also a melting pot of culinary delights, especially for...

Thought leaders, communication industry titans come together for 32nd National PR Congress

The biggest and most respected names in communication are coming together to put the PR industry’s most urgent questions front and center at the 32nd National PR Congress, happening September 11 to 12 at the Solaire Resort North. Organized by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP),...

VisMin on the Rise: AppleOne’s Role in Shaping Growth Beyond Metro Manila

August 20, 2025, Cebu City, PHILIPPINES — The Philippines’ growth story is no longer confined to Metro Manila. Central Visayas led the nation in 2023 with 7.3% GRDP growth, and tourism in the region surged by nearly 80% in 2024, generating over ₱125 billion in revenue and...

SM Foundation’s farming program sows change, reaps growths

From a simple vision of providing food on the table, the Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) program of SM Foundation has evolved into a diversified program empowering farmers to become entrepreneurs. What started in 2007 was more than just a livelihood initiative. It was Tatang Henry Sy Sr.’s dream...

Sun Life Tops Philippine Life Insurance Industry for the Second Quarter of 2025

MANILA, PH – August 2025 – Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc., the country’s first and longest standing life insurance provider marking its 130th anniversary this year, has secured the number one spot in the industry for the second quarter of 2025, with a total premium income...