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Davao City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has reminded consumers to exercise caution when participating in sales promotions offered by various businesses. Given the surge of enticing offers and discounts, especially during this holiday season, consumers are encouraged to remain vigilant and ensure that promotional activities are legitimate and comply with fair trade laws. To confirm a promotion’s …

Welcome to Cool Suites at Wind Residences, where the extraordinary meets everyday living in the cool, picturesque landscape of Tagaytay City. Just a two-hour drive from Manila, Cool Suites offers an idyllic retreat within the expansive 15-hectare Wind Residences estate. SMDC’s new towers, Cool Suites Towers C and D, are designed to be more than just residences—they are spaces designed …

As the holiday season approaches, TECNO is thrilled to spread joy and gratitude through its special Christmas promotions. Known for combining cutting-edge technology with unbeatable value, TECNO continues to deliver premium products that cater to the diverse needs of Filipino families. This December, TECNO is making the season brighter with exclusive discounts, exciting giveaways, and thoughtfully curated gift recommendations for …

Casino Plus recently achieved a major milestone, marked with a celebratory press conference held on November 11, 2024, at the Stotsenberg Hotel in Clark Freeport, Pampanga. Since the release of Color Game Big Win Jackpot on October 10, 2024. The game aims to award 33 multi-millionaire winners, with opportunities still available for players to join the list over the next …

It’s time to shop all the way as the World Bazaar Festival (WBF) makes its grand return at the World Trade Center Metro Manila! With consistent increase in foot traffic year after year, the annual charity bazaar has become a staple in the holiday destination in the Philippines, spreading cheers and smiles among Filipinos!  This year’s theme is “Shop All …

Contecon Guayaquil (CGSA), Ecuador’s main port and subsidiary of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), has signed a new commercial agreement for the Asia-South America (ASA) service, further strengthening Contecon Guayaquil’s connectivity with the Asian market.  The agreement brings back five shipping lines and their shippers’ customer base to the terminal: Wan Hai, Pacific International Lines, Cosco, Evergreen and Yang …

FWD Group Holdings Limited (“FWD Group” or “FWD”) announced it has signed a cooperation agreement with Roche Diagnostics Asia Pacific Pte Ltd (“Roche”) to leverage Roche’s navify® digital healthcare solutions and advanced diagnostic methodologies for innovation in FWD’s health insurance services in Asia.The collaboration will span an initial period of three years. It aims to bring to market health solutions …

The annual World Bazaar Festival organized by Worldbex Services International (WSI) has always been ready to serve something new on the table. For 24 years now, as the longest-running charity bazaar in the Philippines, it is truly anticipated by loyal bazaaristas with great anticipation. And this year, just as the event never gets any older, the World Bazaar Festival unveils …

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has allocated P514 million in emergency loans to support 23,469 members and pensioners affected by recent typhoons in Luzon. The financial assistance is available to individuals residing or working in areas declared under a state of calamity, including Quirino, Apayao, Aurora, Santiago City, and Cabagan, Isabela. These areas suffered significant damage due to typhoons …

The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported Friday that the country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.9 percent in October, an improvement from 4.2 percent in the same period last year. The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) attributed this decline to a strengthening labor market, as total employment rose to 48.2 million, reflecting an increase of 369,000 jobs compared to October …