Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) once again earned top honors at the Philippine Dealing System (PDS) Annual Awards, held on March 26, 2026 at the Makati Diamond Hotel, underscoring its sustained leadership in financial markets. For the 11th consecutive year, Metrobank received the prestigious Cesar E.A. Virata Award, the highest distinction conferred by PDS to a bank for excellence …
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SM Foundation wins two Stevie® Awards at Asia-Pacific regional honors
MANILA, Philippines — SM Foundation has been recognized for its communications and reporting excellence at the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, held in Macao, earning one Gold and one Bronze distinction. The Foundation received a Gold Stevie® Award for its SM Foundation Social Good Report, under the category Innovation in Non-Profit/NGO Publications. The report was cited for presenting impact in a clear, engaging, and forward-looking format, reflecting the organization’s commitment to …
Read More »Casino Plus earns CDC “Green List”, secures seal of Regulatory Excellence
CLARK, PAMPANGA – Stotsenberg Leisure Park & Hotel Corporation (SLPH) operating under the Casino Plus brand has officially secured its place on the Clark Development Corporation’s (CDC) prestigious “Green List.” This milestone grants the Integrated Resort (IR) automatic renewal of its Authority to Operate (ATO), serving as a definitive third-party validation of the company’s commitment to regulatory excellence. The recognition was formalized during …
Read More »SMDC brings solar power to Iloilo with first renewable energy energization in the Visayas
SM Development Corporation (SMDC) marks Earth Day 2026 with a milestone in Iloilo City, officially activating its first renewable energy system in the Visayas at Style Residences. ILOILO CITY, Philippines — Marking a significant step in bringing sustainable living beyond Metro Manila, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) officially energized its first renewable energy system in the Visayas at Style Residences in …
Read More »When Hard Work Meets Luck: BingoPlus honors 5 winners in ‘More Than Win’ campaign
A housewife. An accountant. A security guard. A person with disability. A small business owner. These five individuals come from different walks of life, with different circumstances and challenges. Now, they cross paths after one big win on BingoPlus, the Philippines’ number one and most trusted online entertainment platform. For embodying the essence of responsible gaming, BingoPlus is honoring these …
Read More »THE ANA-DIGI TREND IS BRINGING BACK THE ‘90S
Talk about a time machine. Fossil proves once again why it’s the brand for vintage-inspired watches, leather goods, jewelry, and accessories. This time, it’s leading the analog-digital trend that combines the charm of retro with the fun of digital tech in the revisit of its iconic Big Tic line. The Big Tic was introduced in 1999 and became a sought-after …
Read More »SM Foundation medical missions reach over 7,000 patients, total beneficiaries near 1.4 million
SM Foundation continues to expand access to essential healthcare, serving 7,282 patients through a series of medical missions conducted this March across multiple underserved communities. In collaboration with partners including Aboitiz Renewables, BDO Network Bank, MOWEL Fund, Watsons Philippines, National University, and SM Supermalls, the initiative delivered free consultations, medicines, and basic healthcare services to communities in Victoria, Oriental Mindoro, Bulalacao, Oriental Mindoro, Bay, Laguna, Novaliches, Quezon City, Odiongan, Romblon, Looc, Romblon, Quezon City, Bauan, …
Read More »JINS PREMIERES NEW STORES WITH ITS MOST VERSATILE EYEWEAR YET
Japanese eyewear brand JINS previewed its most versatile eyewear yet in time for the unveiling of its refreshed space at the SM Mall of Asia. JINS’s modern, minimalist space became the perfect backdrop for JINS Airframe Zero Gravity Balance Design Collection, the ultra-lightweight eyeglass frames designed to feel almost weightless for all-day wear, while engineered to have the stylish and …
Read More »Piolo Pascual to headline SMDC’s next Good Life Sessions at the MOA Complex
Few names carry the kind of recall that Piolo Pascual does. With a career that has remained strong across film, television, and live performance, he continues to draw audiences across generations, making him a fitting headliner for the next edition of Good Life Sessions. Created by SM Development Corporation (SMDC), Good Life Sessions is a live event platform that brings …
Read More »P25 million at stake in Jagat real-life coin hunt
Innovative map-based social platform Jagat is taking the spirit of the Easter Sunday Treasure Hunt over the holidays straight to the real and busy streets of the Philippines with Coin Hunt, its newest and most exciting event to date. Since launching its interactive event on February 25, Jagat has given away around P25 million in prizes for Coin Hunt nationwide. …
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