EVOxTerra Inc., the official distributor of Hongqi vehicles in the Philippines, is now one of the newest members of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc., the country’s leading automotive association representing the industry’s foremost automotive brands and helping shape industry standards and advocacy. Recognized for its growing presence in the country’s premium vehicle segment, Hongqi thus reinforced …

ACMobility, Ayala’s mobility arm and the leading provider of EV charging solutions and infrastructure in the Philippines, partnered with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority and the John Hay Management Corporation to accelerate the development of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Camp John Hay in Baguio City. The stations can be accessed in three different key locations within Camp John …

MANILA Water, in partnership with MSpectrum, has completed the physical installation of an additional 3.8 megawatts-peak (MWp) of solar capacity across 10 key facilities.  This milestone reinforces the company’s commitment to sustainability and its journey toward integrating renewable energy into its operations. The installation utilizes a Grid-Tied system, with the generated solar energy strictly dedicated to Manila Water’s “Own-Use”, subject …

SM Supermalls Regional Operations Head for Bulacan and CAMANAVA, Ana Datu, an SM employee-volunteer, delivers immediate relief to a resident impacted by flooding. In a country visited by an average of 20 typhoons a year and prone to earthquakes, communities across the Philippines often face the daunting task of having to rebuild lives overnight. During these moments, collaboration becomes a …

THE Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) lauded LandBank for its unwavering commitment to agricultural development and rural progress during the opening of the 2025 Agraryo Trade Fair (ATF) on December 1 at Gateway Mall 2, Quezon City. In a press conference at the event, DAR Secretary Conrado M. Estrella III highlighted LANDBANK’s pivotal role in uplifting small farmers, fishers, and …

IN celebration of its 44th year last September, McDonald’s Philippines has opened its latest store in Cebu City, not only showcasing an integration of style and sustainability, but also highlighting the importance of supporting the socioeconomic and community needs of the people.  Located at Il Corso, the seaside development of Filinvest Mall along Cebu South Coastal Road, the new store …

ByEunice Jean C. Patron ACCORDING to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the Philippines recorded nearly 189,000 new cancer cases and more than 113,000 cancer-related deaths in 2022.  Globally, IARC also projects that the number of new cases will rise to over 35 million by 2050, which is a 77 percent increase from 2022 figures. Meanwhile, the 2025 …

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) celebrated this year’s Thanksgiving by supporting the Ati Komunidad of Boracay as they took on the challenge of mastering nito weaving, a traditional Filipino craft. Anchored on the theme “Weaving Heritage, Planting Hope,” the project underscores MHR’s commitment to preserving Filipino craftsmanship while creating sustainable income opportunities for indigenous communities. “The Ati people are the …

The unemployment rate has just clinched a new record — the highest in 3 months. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said the number of jobless Filipinos surged in October, with rates hitting a three-month high. The country’s unemployment rate was recorded at 5.0 percent, markedly up from 3.8 percent and 3.9 percent a year earlier.. This is the highest unemployment …

Post-POGO, how much are condominiums selling in Metro Manila? Prices vary drastically between business districts and less central areas in the National Capital Region. The same is true in emerging markets such as Cebu City, Davao City and Iloilo City. Baguio and Tagaytay, however, have remained in demand for condo buyers and renters, with tourism factors providing the incentive. In …