April, 2023

• 25 April

  MPL playoffs on May 4-7

  

  By Robert Andaya Another much-awaited e-sports event awaits fans as the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Philippines (MPL PH) Season 11 playoffs get underway on May 4-7. Venue of the MLBB playoffs is the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, with more than 2,000 fans expected to watch the best teams in the country as they compete for top …

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• 25 April

  SM Foundation, Watsons join hands for a medical mission in Ilocos Norte

  

  SM Foundation, Inc. (SMFI) and Watsons have teamed up to promote the health and wellness of Filipinos through a series of medical missions in Ilocos Norte. With the support of project partners, the two organizations recently conducted two successful medical missions that brought free diagnostic and medical services to thousands of beneficiaries. During the first leg of the medical mission …

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• 25 April

  FPI, Motolite vs illegal exports of used car batteries

  

  The illegal export of used car batteries and lead scraps continues in the country despite the ongoing ban imposed by the government. This was revealed recently by Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) chairman Jesus Arranza after it was found out that big amount of the considered hazardous waste has been exported illegally by unscrupulous group. “As a matter of policy, …

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• 25 April

  Puerto Cortés handles its first LNG-powered ship

  

  Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana (OPC), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) Honduran business unit that operates in Puerto Cortés, recently welcomed the inaugural call of Seaboard Blue – the first container vessel in the world to be converted from conventional diesel to liquified natural gas propulsion. Seaboard Blue docked at Honduras under the North and Central America service of Seaboard Marine, a premiere ocean transport …

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• 25 April

  Buko Juice: It’s Water but BETTER

  

  One of the foundations of good health is proper hydration. This is especially true in tropical countries like ours. Water is the default choice, but another go-to refresher that hydrates, tastes great, and gives you a little bit something extra is Buko Juice or Coconut Water.  Buko Juice does wonders for your body as it contains rich minerals and nutrients. …

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• 25 April

  BDO Insure offers protection for pet dogs and cats

  

  One of the notable traits of Filipinos is their solid display of love and care for their pet dogs and cats.  They regularly spend time and resources to keep them groomed, healthy, and jolly. To help fur parents protect their beloved fur babies, BDO Insure, a wholly-owned subsidiary of BDO Unibank, offers affordable and customizable pet dog and cat insurance …

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• 25 April

  Chooks’ next mission: Manila Masters

  

  With an overhauled all-Filipino line-up, Manila Chooks! got the exposure needed from the FIBA 3×3 Ulaanbaatar Super Quest, making head trainer Chico Lanete believe his charges are far from done. The Filipino 3×3 cagers are shifting their focus on the Manila Masters set next month at home soil, determined to live up to their lofty billing. “We need to focus …

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• 25 April

  SMDC’s Gold Residences Phase 1 Marks Progress with Topping Off Ceremony

  

  SM Development Corporation (SMDC) celebrated a major construction milestone with the topping off of the first phase of Gold Residences, the residential condominium property within its award-winning township, Gold City. The ceremony was held last March 21, 2023 in Parañaque City. Gold Residences reaches new heights as key executives of SMDC and its partners proudly lead the topping-off ceremony of …

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• 25 April

  SM Foundation, PMPC collaborate for a medical mission

  

  SM Foundation (SMFI), Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC), and other partners recently collaborated to provide free medical and dental services to beneficiaries from Quezon City. About 490 patients received free dental services and medical–from tooth extraction, electrocardiogram (ECG), and x-ray tests to uric, cholesterol, and glucose tests. The patients also received free medicines and vitamins. Collaborating with SMFI and PMPC …

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• 25 April

  NCSC calls for inter-agency approach to seniors’ health benefits; launches online “Registration on Wheels” program to augment

  

  The National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) has sought the cooperation of various government agencies to help realize the present administration’s programs to address the health benefits and welfare of senior citizens nationwide. Following the directive of Pres. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr., that this government “must ensure that our senior citizens have the support and resources they need to thrive,” …

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