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SM Foundation, Mastercard launch new Digital Learning Hubs in Philippine public schools SM Foundation and Mastercard have successfully launched Digital Learning Hubs in public schools across the Philippines, pursuing their shared mission of bridging the digital divide in education. Four public schools, Lemery Pilot Elementary School, Batangas; Tuba Central School, Benguet; Jugan Elementary School, Consolacion, Cebu; and Macasandig Elementary School, …

The exhibit “Hiraya: Ang Hugis ng Imahinasyon ni Marlon Luceñara,” showcasing Filipino artistry, is currently ongoing until November 20, 2024. Featuring contemporary artist Marlon Luceñara from Sagay City, Negros Occidental, and the exhibition invites the public to engage with his unique creations.  Marlon reflects on his artistic journey, marked by initial financial struggles. Starting with just 200 pesos, he transformed …

Power Mac Center (PMC) celebrates the reopening of its store in TriNoma in Quezon City as the latest Apple Premium Partner (APP) store in the country. The highest classification of Apple reseller stores globally, an APP store is distinctively minimalist, modern, and contemporary in design, in line with the global brand’s aesthetic. It also offers the complete experience—from retail to …

On August 3, 2024, Standout Pickleball, a leading name in the sport, made waves with a key international partnership. Team Captain and Head Coach Ludovica Sciaky, the No. 1 pickleball player in Italy and a top player in Australia, traveled from Australia to the Philippines for a highly anticipated clinic. As co-founder of Six Zero Pickleball and now the CEO …

In a move to bring its advocacy closer to customers, leading home improvement retailer MR. DIY reinforces its commitment to making a positive impact through “The Good Bag” Campaign.  This initiative encourages customers to bring their reusable bags or opt for The Good Bag instead of using plastic or paper bags.  For every Good Bag purchased for P7.00, MR.DIY will …

BingoPlus, your comprehensive entertainment platform in the country, proudly launches its newest game offer that will surely add fun and excitement to the BingoPlus experience, the Super Ace Jackpot. Super Ace Jackpot as a popular game for Filipino Super Ace Jackpot, inspired by the thrilling world of casino slot games, has quickly gained popularity among Filipino leisure seekers looking for …

The Philippine Board of Investments (BOI) proudly celebrated its 57 th founding anniversary on September 16, 2024, reaffirming its vital role as a key agency under the Department of Trade Industry. For nearly six decades, the BOI has led the charge in creating investment opportunities and driving economic growth throughout the Philippines. As a dedicated partner for both local entrepreneurs …

The Philippine Board of Investments surpasses its Php1.26 trillion full year investment approvals for 2023 as it reaches Php1.35 trillion by its 57th founding anniversary on September 16, 2024. This figure marks a significant 82% increase from the Php741.98 billion approved in January to September 15 last year. The energy sector, mainly projects in renewable energy, continued to dominate the …

The Department of Finance (DOF) forecasts a full-year inflation rate of 3.4% by the end of 2024. During a recent media briefing at Malacañang, DOF Secretary Ralph Recto stated this projection aligns with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) target range of 2% to 4%. “We expect it to be within the target range of the BSP… so we’re looking …

Residential real estate prices of various types of new housing units in the Philippines continued to increase in Q2 2024. Residential property prices rose by 2.7 percent year-on-year (YoY), albeit at a slower pace than the 6.1 percent growth in Q1 2024. On a quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) basis, housing prices grew faster at 1.8 percent than the 1.1 percent growth in …