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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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    PCSO strengthens healthcare support with billions in assistance; more patient transport vehicles for communities

    MANILA — The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Friday hosted the 2025 Charity Summit, underscoring the agency’s strong performance in delivering healthcare and charity services nationwide while reinforcing partnerships to expand its reach. Attended by more than 250 stakeholders from the national government, non-government organization, civic groups,...

    Enjoy 40% Off Hotel Stays and More at SM Hotels & Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) Properties

    In celebration of SM Supermalls’ 40th Anniversary, esteemed hotels under SMHCC’s brand portfolio extend up to 40% discount in accommodations and a whooping Php40 buffet rate, following applicable terms and conditions.   Beginning with the island of Luzon, SMHCC’s prime property, Conrad Manila, invites guests to partake of the...

    UGREEN Launches New MagFlow Qi2 25W Lineup, Pioneering a New Era of Faster Magnetic Charging

    Manila, Philippines — UGREEN, a leading global consumer electronics brand, today announced its next-generation MagFlow Series of magnetic wireless chargers with Qi2 25W support. Engineered for the latest open standard, the lineup delivers fast wireless charging with precise magnetic alignment. These new chargers offer seamless compatibility across...

    SM group bags 9 awards for communication excellence

    PASAY CITY, Philippines, 05 Sept. 2025 – The International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Philippines recognized the SM group with nine (9) awards for excellence in business communications at the 21st Philippine Quill Awards. SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments), the group’s parent company, earned two Quill Awards for...

    Hotel Okura Manila Presents the Akizuki Mooncake Box for the Mid-Autumn Festival

    MANILA, Philippines — In celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, Hotel Okura Manila introduces the Akizuki Mooncake Box, a blend of Chinese tradition and Japanese artistry in both taste and presentation. Named after the Japanese word “Akizuki”, meaning “Autumn Moon”, the collection comes in a finely crafted octagonal wooden...

    DTI launches creative expo, targets PH to be Asia’s creative hub by 2030

    The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is spearheading the Philippines' bid to become Asia's Premier Creative Hub by 2030 with the official launch of the Malikhaing Pinoy Creative Expo (MPEx), a five-day national event at SMX Aura, Taguig City. Held in celebration of the Philippine Creative Industries...

    More Than a Getaway: Cebu’s Ascent as a Destination to Visit, Live, and Invest

    CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES — Cebu has long been celebrated for its white-sand beaches, rich heritage, and trademark warmth. Today, it is stepping onto the global stage not only as a tourism hub but also as an emerging center for high-value investments and branded living. With international recognition and...

    SM Foundation pushes for better care with new upgrades in 2 Cebu health facilities

    SM Foundation turned over two newly renovated public health facilities on September 2 and 3: the San Remigio Primary Care Facility in San Remigio, and the Naval Base Rafael Ramos (NBRR) Medical and Dental Dispensary in Lapu-Lapu City. These renovations are part of the foundation’s broader Health and...

    Sun Life Reinvents Frontline Client Contact Points to Elevate Client Experience

    MANILA, PH – September 2025– Sun Life, the Philippines’ leading life insurer, has unveiled its newly transformed Client Service Centers and New Business Offices, marking a bold step forward in delivering exceptional Client experiences. In a recent ribbon-cutting and blessing ceremony, Sun Life inaugurated its Client Service Center...

    Empowering Staff for Success: Key Takeaways from Araneta City’s Seminar on Retail Management

    In today’s fast-paced retail environment, customer expectations are higher than ever—and frontline staff are at the heart of meeting them. This was the central theme of the latest free seminar hosted by Araneta City in partnership with the J. Amado Araneta Foundation (JAAF) and the Department of Trade...

    Philippines’ First Call of Duty: Mobile Battle Royale LAN Tournament Set This September

    Manila, Philippines – September 2025 – A new chapter in Philippine esports is about to unfold with the staging of the first-ever Call of Duty: Mobile (CODM) Battle Royale LAN Tournament in the country, happening on September 28, 2025, 2:00 PM at Winford Manila, Santa Cruz, Manila. Dubbed...

    vivo launches V60, celebrated in style with Marian Rivera and celebrity guests

    MANILA, PHILIPPINES - A spectacular new chapter in smartphone innovation was unveiled at Shangri-La The Fort as vivo Philippines officially launched the highly anticipated vivo V60, a flagship that fuses pro-level portrait photography with stylish design. The event first showcased the V60’s stunning colorways, which are Berry Purple,...