Landers Superstore’s Japan Fest was a resounding success. This vibrant festival brought a taste of Japan’s rich culture, featuring mouthwatering cuisine, traditional experiences, and exclusive shopping deals. From authentic Japanese dishes to family-friendly activities, it was an unforgettable celebration for all attendees. Whether you’re a fan of Japan or just looking for a fun-filled event, Japan Fest was the place …

Bulova, the iconic American watch brand, has opened an exclusive pop-up shop at the ground floor of SM Makati, showcasing its latest collections and celebrating a timeless legacy of craftsmanship. Founded in 1875 by Joseph Bulova, the company is now owned by the Citizen Watch Co., a Japanese conglomerate. Bulova is known for offering classic and elegant timepieces that balance …

By Rose de la Cruz Unbelievable but true. In my recent visit to a huge grocery in Quezon City, I was surprised, even shocked, to see that pork prices have risen beyond P400 per kilogram, depending on choice cuts, some even reaching past P550. Even the usual panggisa (saute) item giniling na baboy fetched beyond P380 or P400– depending on …

The unstoppable rise in commodity prices and the failure of wages to keep up with household’s needs have resulted in a “cost of living crisis” in the region, according to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (Unescap) in a recent blog. But then again, such cost of living crisis is not unique to the …

Joint elements of the Department of Agriculture and the Bureau of Customs seized 3,200 cartons of fresh oranges worth P8.422 million, which the Bureau of Plant Industry said did lacked sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) import permits to ensure the safety of consumers and the country’s agriculture sector from pest and diseases. The BoC seized at the Manila International Container Port …

A few decades ago, the Philippines was a top exporter of sugar, pineapple, rice (yes, rice), bananas, mangoes, logs, coffee. cacao, fiber and textiles and garments and even steel bars. But now, yes, we still are the leader in importing these same items from the world, esp. from our neighbors in Asia. Sad how our complete embrace of the global …

By Rose de la Cruz Several areas of the Philippines, notably Metro Manila, are sinking–  based on satellite imagery, physical evidence and other studies–  as sea levels rise because of climate change. This, according to a study done by the UP Resilience Institute, which discussed the cause of Manila’s sinking and its effects in terms of flooding and land subsidence. …

The much-awaited Ford Philippines Truck Month is back this September where customers can enjoy a wide array of deals on the Ford Ranger and on the other Ford vehicles such as Everest, Territory, and Explorer. Customers can enjoy as much as P100,000 cash discount with the Ford Ranger, or a financing deal of P38,000 all-in low downpayment, or P16,034 low …

The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) has launched its 12th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) 2024 during a press conference last week at the F1 Hotel in Bonifacio Global City. The 3-day event is set on Oct. 24-26 at the SMX Convention Center Manila in SM Mall of Asia in Pasay which will showcase the latest technologies, innovations, …

Thirty Caltex users won a whopping 12 million Caltex Rewards points each in the recently concluded 2024 Caltex Win-a-Million, Pick-a-Premyo Promo. Caltex Rewards points can be redeemed for Caltex fuels, appliances, dining, shopping, and grocery vouchers. It also gave away 1 million Caltex Rewards points to 150 lucky winners.  One winner from Metro Manila, Marti Gimenez, expressed his gratitude upon …