BACOLOD CITY, PHILIPPINES – Leading home improvement retailer MR.DIY Philippines returned to Negros Province for the second phase of its “Padayon sa Paglaum” (Carry on with Hope) initiative– aimed at helping communities on the road to recovery. The second phase of the initiative focused on providing essential support through the distribution of “Padayon” Relief Kits to families and “Paglaum” Student …
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Philippine PropTech Company Makes First International Expansion Through Strategic Partnership with Canadian Firm
Philippine PropTech company Inventi is making its move into North America through a partnership with Canada-based Property Copilot, marking a proud milestone for a homegrown SaaS firm as it enters a highly developed real estate market. The move positions Inventi within a growing trend of Philippine tech companies exporting enterprise-grade software, as global demand for digital and increasingly AI-enabled property …
Read More »Chornobyl: A Warning That Still Matters
Day of Remembrance for the Largest Man-Made Disaster in Human History April 29, 2026 – The Embassy of Ukraine, in partnership with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, marked the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl catastrophe. Observed annually on April 26, International Chornobyl Disaster Remembrance Day serves as a solemn reflection on one of the most devastating nuclear accidents in history. The …
Read More »Metrobank clinches top honors for the 11th straight year at the 2026 PDS Annual Awards
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 …
Read More »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, …
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