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State of world population 2020

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in the Philippines, together with the Philippine Commission on Population and Development (POPCOM), commemorated the World Population Day last July 11 through a virtual event broadcast online.

Cleanfuel media advisory

Cleanfuel will implement a fuel price adjustment, effective Tuesday, July 14 at 4:01 p.m. ⬆️      Diesel + 0.30/L (Increase)⬆️.     Gasoline + 0.65/L...

RCEF training programs ready for ‘new normal’

As the training arm of the Department of Agriculture (DA), the Agricultural Training Intitute-Regional Training Centers (ATI-RTCs), in coordination with partner agencies, continue to...

Pag-IBIG Fund offers promo rates on home loans to boost economy

Top officials of Pag-IBIG Fund announced on Thursday (July 09) that they are offering promo rates on their home loans of as low as...

Meralco rates down for third straight month as generation charge drops for the fourth straight month

Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) announced today another downward adjustment of power rates, as the overall rate for a typical household decreased by P0.0286 per...

Child-rights NGO lauds new gov’t guidelines on humane treatment of children in quarantine offenses

Child-rights organization Save the Children Philippines said it welcomes the new guidelines set by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on...

Metrobank and Manila Healthtek partnership to distribute UP-developed COVID-19 PCR kits

Metrobank and GT Capital Holdings, through Metrobank Foundation, Inc. (MBFI) and GT Foundation, Inc. (GTFI), donated PhP 5.6 million to Manila HealthTek, Inc., a...

SM Foundation donates masks and face shields to Cebu hospitals and quarantine centers

SM Foundation recently donated KN95 masks, 3-ply masks, and face shields worth Php2.5 million to hospitals and quarantine centers in Cebu to fight against...

Subic Freeport COVID-19 testing center now open to the public

Considered the gold standard in the accurate diagnosis of the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction or the RT-PCR test is...

Midas Hotel embraces the new normal

In line with the guidelines set by the national government and the Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT), Midas Hotel and Casino stepped up its...

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900 college freshmen receive scholarships from SM Foundation

SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, awarded 900 new college scholarships during a ceremony held at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City on July 20, 2025. The scholarship provides full tuition coverage, monthly allowances, and access to various activities and opportunities designed to...

Fortune Life Rewards Top Performers with Japan and Boracay Getaways

Celebrating its ruby milestone year, Fortune Life honored outstanding annual awardees with exciting incentive trips to two premier destinations: the cultural gem of Japan and the tropical haven of Boracay in May 2025. EXPLORING JAPAN AND ITS RICH CULTURE In Fukuoka, the group explored historic landmarks including the Fukuoka...

New Study: Nutrition Supplement Helps Undernourished and At-Risk Children Grow Taller, Build Stronger Bones and More Muscle, and Have Fewer Sick Days

A new randomized controlled trial shows Abbott’s PediaSure® Plus helps undernourished children achieve height growth, greater muscle and other health improvements. PediaSure Plus with PeptiGro System – the new formulation used in the study – is now available in the Philippines to support children’s optimal growth   MANILA, Philippines, 15...

The Bullet Wakes from Its Cruel Shell

I dance through air with a deadly grace. Yet mourn the lives I cannot replace. Once a vessel of power, now burdened with guilt, I pierced through dreams, where innocence wilt. A mother's love fades into the night, Leaving children alone, lost in their light. A father’s laugh, now echoes in vain, His children...

The One-Night Stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair

Maribel glanced at her plane seat, grateful that she had the aisle seat and only one seat beside her. Her seat mate was a young woman who had her ear buds on. Maribel was grateful for that, too; she didn’t have to chitchat with her. After making...

AICON PH 2025: The Biggest AI Learning Event in the Country

On July 23, 2025, the SMX Convention Center Aura in Bonifacio Global City will become the hub of the country’s AI conversation as AICON PH 2025 brings together decision-makers, professionals, educators, and students for a full day of learning, collaboration, and community. Now on its 10th year, what...

BSP, BDO Foundation launch new e-learning modules

As part of a shared mission to make financial education accessible to more Filipinos, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and BDO Foundation launched six new financial education e-learning modules. These modules complete the target of both organizations to produce a total of nine that are accessible...

Over 5,000 families to initially benefit from CMP revival

More than 5,000 families are set to benefit from the revival of the Community Mortgage Program (CMP), in line with President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.’s directive to implement pro-poor and people-centric programs. This development follows the approval from Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) Secretary Jose Ramon...

Savor Authentic Flavors at Watami Japanese Casual Restaurant

Step into Watami, the Philippines’ beloved Japanese casual dining destination where tradition meets innovation in every dish. Since opening its first Manila branch, Watami has become synonymous with warm hospitality, exquisite craftsmanship, and an approachable menu that invites diners to explore Japan’s rich culinary heritage—no passport required. A...

Etiqa Philippines Launches Takaful: A New Era of Ethical Protection

MANILA, Philippines — Etiqa Philippines, a leading player in life and general insurance and a member of the esteemed Maybank Group, officially launched Takaful following the successful completion of its regulatory and product approval milestones. The Grand Launch Event was held on 10 July 2025, at 6:00...

Platinum Karaoke Unveils the Platinum Soundscape Concept Store at SM Makati to Celebrate 25 Years of Filipino Innovation in Music and Entertainment

July 18, 2025 - In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Platinum Karaoke, the Philippines’ homegrown leader in karaoke segment, opens the doors to its first-ever platinum soundscape Concept Store at SM Makati Cyberzone. This is a pioneering retail space that elevates how Filipinos and music lovers around...

Nearly 3,000 Travelers Donate Sampaguita Seedlings

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts helps communities through “Petals to Purpose” campaign What started as a symbolic gesture for Earth Hour has bloomed into a heartfelt advocacy, as guests of Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) properties across the country donated nearly 3,000 Sampaguita seedlings under the “Petals to Purpose”...