October, 2025

• 22 October

  PlayTime Partners with Miss Universe Organization

  

  The sparkle of the crown meets the spirit of play. PlayTime, the most innovative online entertainment platform in the Philippines, proudly announces its role as Major Sponsor and Official Journey Partner of the Miss Universe Organization for the highly anticipated Miss Universe 2025 international pageant. This milestone signals a new era for pageantry partnerships – with Miss Universe enduring prestige …

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• 21 October

  Northern Samar completes P31-M Allen municipal building

  

  The provincial government of Northern Samar has completed the ₱31-million three-storey Allen municipal building under the 2023 Supplemental Appropriation.  Northern Samar Representative Edwin Marino Ongchuan said the project began in 2019 under former local officials and was finished through provincial funding support.  The new municipal hall features a 250 KVA generator, CCTV system, air-conditioning, a lift elevator for PWD accessibility, …

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• 21 October

  Palace advocates trust in ongoing anti-graft probes

  

  Malacañang has appealed to the business community to trust ongoing government investigations into corruption in public projects, assuring that those involved will be held accountable.  Palace Press Officer Claire Castro cited progress by the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI), which is pursuing the forfeiture of ₱5 billion in assets and pushing graft charges against 18 individuals over the ₱289.5-million flood …

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• 21 October

  DPWH to fill 2,000 vacant posts, prioritize job order workers

  

  The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will begin filling nearly 2,000 vacant positions, prioritizing the promotion and regularization of long-serving contractual or job order employees.  Public Works Secretary Vivencio “Vince” Dizon announced the move as part of efforts to restore integrity and morale in the agency, emphasizing that “deserving, honest, and hardworking” personnel will be the first to …

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• 21 October

  Group urges gov’t to fast-track bike lane, pedestrian walkway projects

  

  The Move As One Coalition urged the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to prioritize completing short-term projects like bike lanes and pedestrian walkways to ease travel for millions of commuters. The group, composed of about 150 NGOs and individuals, is pushing for a ₱3-billion annual budget for active transport, citing that it can deliver faster and more inclusive benefits than large-scale …

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• 21 October

  Foundever® in the Philippines to aid in addressing Critical Skills Gap

  

  MANILA— Foundever® in the Philippines is intensifying its efforts to bridge the nation’s critical skills gap, aligning with recent government initiatives designed to strengthen the Filipino workforce and prepare it for the future of work.  The move comes at a crucial time, as recent data from the Philippine Statistics Authority reveals a rise in the unemployment rate to 3.7% in …

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• 21 October

  Theater companies, celebs pay tribute to the death of award-winning theater art designer GA Fallarme 

  

  by Boy Villasanta Not only because of one’s gigantic contributions to arts and culture but an immense life devoted to humanity that people and institutions are bestowing memorial honors to a man of aesthetics and filial pride. The binary is the wellspring of a posthumous homage of fellowmen and cultural entities to a unique individual who had succumbed to heart …

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• 21 October

  VinFast VF 3 and VF 5: What Makes Them Stand Out

  

  Among VinFast’s broad lineup in the Philippines are two entry-level electric compact SUVs, the VF 3 and the VF 5. Both bring real benefits in comfort, cost, warranty, and usability. At this test-drive event, you’ll see how each model could fit into daily life. VF 3: Style, Compact Size, and Urban Appeal The VF 3, often nicknamed the “tiny titan,” …

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• 21 October

  2025 OMODA&JAECOO International User Summit Charts a New Chapter as AIMOGA Unveils Its Brand-New Global Strategy

  

  As the global industrial landscape undergoes profound restructuring, technological innovation is being endowed with a new mission—its core value has transcended individual product breakthroughs to focus on building a systematic ecosystem that integrates technology with users, scenarios, and society. On October 19, the 2025 AIMOGA Global Launch was held in Wuhu, marking a milestone moment as AIMOGA—incubated by the parent …

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• 21 October

  International Technology Night: OMODA&JAECOO Leverage Power and Smart Mobility to Lead a New Wave of User Co-Creation

  

  In October 2025, the OMODA&JAECOO International User Summit was grandly held to worldwide attention, with the International Technology Night becoming the highlight of the event. During this segment, OMODA&JAECOO’s parent company showcased its comprehensive strength in smart mobility, hybrid powertrains, engines, and solid-state battery technology, demonstrating a deep integration of technology and user experience. As a long-term technology runner, OMODA&JAECOO’s …

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