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There’s more to running than just endurance and speed.  When the community unites for a common purpose, running can also move hearts and touch lives. And this is exactly what’s at the core of ION+ Power Run 2025: Push Beyond Your Limit. Set to take place on October 5 at Central Park, Filinvest City, Alabang, the event will have four race …

For Jennifer Chuason, what began as a single condo purchase has grown into a portfolio of 26 homes — each one carrying its own story of purpose, stability, and family. A businesswoman, mother of five, and now semi-retired, she looks back at that first decision more than a decade ago as the spark that reshaped her life. Her family runs …

For many families, buying a home is a milestone. For the Domingo family of Cavite, it became more than that — it became a strategy to future-proof their children’s lives, and a legacy that continues to grow. Years ago, Ezra Domingo’s father worked overseas as a seaman while his mother managed their home. Together, they dreamed of giving their two …

Naval, Biliran — The landmark opening of the 50th Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit Learning Center in Naval, Biliran is a major milestone in McDonald’s Philippines and Ronald McDonald House Charities’ (RMHC) continuing dedication to serving and caring for children, particularly in leveling up access to early childhood care and development in the country.  Along with the people of Biliran, McDonald’s …

Tonik, the Philippines’ first digital-only bank, has expanded its Shop Instalment Loans to Mindanao, completing nationwide availability across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The move makes it easier for families and small businesses to bring home essentials—from refrigerators and smartphones to storeequipment—on simple monthly instalments. Tonik’s lending continues to gain rapid traction nationwide. In 2024, Tonik issued over 650,000 loans with …

Suzuki Philippines will hold “The Fronx Nationwide Experience,” a special nationwide showcase of the bold and dynamic all-new Suzuki Fronx Hybrid from Sept. 19 to 21 in all its dealerships nationwide. During the 3-day event, Suzuki dealerships will host showroom displays and activities to showcase the Fronx Hybrid while select ones will also offer exclusive test drive opportunities, giving everyp …

The 6th Autohub Track Day, started six years ago as a simple gathering of car enthusiasts, has now become a full-blown celebration of speed, lifestyle, and brand community after a successful run las weekend at the Clark International Speedway in Clark, Pampanga. More than a hundred participants were on hand with the wide expanse of the track serving as the …

“The sea cannot be guarded by those who destroyed it.” This strong rebuke greeted China’s recent claim of establishing a “nature reserve” around Bajo de Masinloc, as both government officials and civic leaders denounced Beijing’s move as a deceptive ploy to tighten control over Philippine waters. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año minced no words, calling the claim a “direct violation …

Salmon Moto Loans, a simple, fully digital way for customers to purchase motorcycles with transparent pricing, fast approval, and flexible payment terms has been launched recently by a rapidly-growing credit-led financial technology company Cusomers can get their new bike in as fast as 24 hours from application with the Salmon Moto Loans. The entire process—from application to repayment — is …

The BYD Tang DM-I, a full-size SUV complete with advance super DM-i features, came off the wraps and promises to be a game-changer in its segment during a glitzy event last Wednesday at the Space at One Ayala. Boasting of the efficiency of BYD’s advanced powertrain with the versatility and presence of a 7-seater SUV, the BYD Tang DM-I certainly …