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In a world of overwhelming advice and quiet self-doubt among mothers, Cetaphil Baby is providing something essential: reassurance. Through “Let’s Mom Together: Shared Stories and Expert Care with Cetaphil Baby,” the brand gathered moms, experts, and advocates in an intimate event centered on one powerful truth—motherhood isn’t meant to be figured out alone. Grounded in the insight that modern motherhood …

Fashion films have always had a way of bringing people together—not just for the story on screen, but for the atmosphere that comes with it. From the anticipation of dressing up to the small details behind every look, screenings like The Devil Wears Prada 2 naturally become gatherings shaped by personal style and a shared appreciation for fashion. On May …

For 154 days, the Lucky 8 lived inside the Blue Dreamers House without cellphones and under constant camera surveillance, as the production team closely observed their personalities, teamwork, discipline, and dedication through challenges and kitchen tasks. They also underwent intensive training in singing, dancing, modeling, and acting. Now reduced to five members (four boys and one girl), the group officially …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. moved Wednesday night to quell rising tensions over the reported shooting incident inside the Senate complex, insisting that no government security forces were involved and denying claims that authorities had been ordered to arrest Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa.   In a recorded statement, Marcos said he personally monitored developments for over two hours and immediately coordinated …

Ford Philippines celebrated its 25th anniversary of the Henry Ford Awards, the only awards program in the country that recognizes excellence in motoring journalism, with this year’s theme “Stars and Stories in Silver” and recognized individuals and publications that have shaped the local motoring media landscape over the past 25 years.  A total of 25 winners were honored at this …

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. proudly participated in the recently concluded 2026 Auto Focus Multi-Brand Test Drive Festival at the SM Mall of Asia grounds in Pasay City.  Customers discovere the different Honda models that fit every lifestyle and even test drove the following: New CR-V RS e:HEV AWD E-CVT; New CR-V VX e:HEV E-CVT; HR-V RS e:HEV E-CVT; Civic RS …

Honda Philippines, Inc., the leading motorcycle manufacturer in the Philippines, produced its 12 million cumulative unit sales last month reflecting the company’s sustained growth in the local market, driven by strong customer trust and its consistent delivery of high-quality, reliable, and accessible mobility solutions for Filipinos. The 12-million-unit milestone stands as a shared achievement between HPI and its community of …

The Ford Family Weekend last May 14-16 in Ford dealerships nationwide and on May 17 in select Ford dealerships enjoyed dealer-exclusive deals, fun activities and prizes as well as free refreshments on top of Employee Pricing offers as Ford Philippines brought back its highly-anticipated Employee Pricing Program this May, allowing customers to pay what Ford employees pay with purchase of …

The BPI Cagayan de Oro – Lapasan branch (left) and BF Parañaque branch (right) are among the select branches equipped with EV charging facilities, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to sustainability while enhancing convenience for its clients. The Bank of the Philippine Islands recorded strong growth in its green auto loan portfolio throughout 2025, reflecting the increasing shift of Filipino motorists …

Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) continues to strengthen its nationwide footprint with the unveiling of the modernized Isuzu Sta. Rosa dealership, now upgraded in line with the Isuzu Outlet Standard (IOS). This enhanced facility reflects IPC’s ongoing dealership modernization program, which aims not only to refresh the brand’s presence across the country but, more importantly, to elevate the overall customer experience …