Across the Philippines, where ancient healing traditions are celebrated alongside modern spa science, the country’s wellness tourism is positively glowing: It’s a sector worth $43.3 billion, making it one of the top 10 in Asia’s wellness market. In its report on the global wellness economy from 2019 to 2023, the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) ranks the Philippines’ performance eighth among …

Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc., the official distributor of Hyundai commercial vehicles in the Philippines, has been honored with the prestigious CV Sales Excellence Award by Hyundai Motor Company Asia Pacific, which reaffirmed HARI’s leadership in the Philippine transport sector. It was conferred during the 2025 Hyundai Motor Asia Pacific Regional Partners Convention early this month in Bali, Indonesia. The award …

BYD Cars Philippines, a subsidiary of ACMobility, unveiled the new BYD Sealion 5 DM-i, a technologically advanced and versatile electrified subcompact SUV powered by BYD Super DM-i technology, at the Alabang Town Center Activity Center in Muntinlupa City. The introduction of the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i signifies a pivotal expansion in BYD’s electrified vehicle offerings in the Philippines, following the …

With the new school year set to kick off, many parents will find themselves back in the driver’s seat – literally. Whether you are bringing your kids to their classes early in the morning, driving them to their after-school activities, or picking them up from an out-of-town field trip, the daily routine can become a delicate juggling act. Start every …

Chevrolet Philippines launched its Chevrolet All the Way promo by making Captiva ownership as fulfilling as the moment you take the wheel for the first time. Customers who purchase a brand-new Chevrolet Captiva from June 11 to July 31 will receive a Free Preventive Maintenance Service Package valid for 1 year or up to 10,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. This …

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, was certified once again as a Great Place To Work in the Philippines which was awarded by the Great Place To Work Institute, the global authority on company culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors. This certification highlights DHL Express’ commitment to providing an exceptional working environment for its employees, having been …

The Green GSM ride-hailing app held a successful launch of the Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company’s (GSM) electric taxi service — Green GSM — last June 10 in the Philippines. The Green GSM’s expansion into the Philippines marked a significant milestone in its mission to accelerate the adoption of electric mobility in Southeast Asia, offering eco-conscious commuters a …

Hino Motors Philippines turned over four brand new FG bus units to First Balfour, a leading Filipino engineering and construction company which celebrated the robust partnership and mutual trust between Hino and First Balfour. “Today, we are not just celebrating the handover of another Hino unit—we’re celebrating the partnership and mutual trust between Hino and First Balfour, First Balfour continues …

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is developing a digital track-and-trace system using QR codes to help verify the authenticity of vape products and other excisable goods. The system will allow both consumers and regulators to scan the codes using smartphones, making it easier to detect smuggled or unregulated items. The initiative is part of the BIR’s broader campaign to …

Sugar prices dropped to a four-year low on Wednesday, with a pound trading at USD0.1626—a 4% decline from late May and a 15% plunge since the start of 2024. Analysts attribute the price slide to rising expectations of a global supply boost, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) projecting a 4.7% year-on-year increase in global sugar production for the …