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by Boy Villasanta Out of twenty-three (23) submissions, only four were officially selected as the first batch of entries to the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). It was indeed a competitive race to reach the first top slots of the annual festival which kicks off Christmas day. December 25, 2025 and usually ends on the first week of the …

PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero Piolo Pascual and Vice Ganda will be back when the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) reels off on December 25 this year. The two box office stalwarts are the headliners in two of the first four films announced as official entries to the annual movie festival on July 8 at Glorietta 2 in Makati City. Piolo …

Globe continues to innovate its retail footprint with the reopening of its newly upgraded store, transformed into a next-generation Gen4 store at Robinsons Place Manila. The renovation comes as part of Globe’s commitment to deliver faster, more efficient, and more personalized services to its customers. The newly launched Gen4 store offers a modern, digital-first space designed to empower customers with …

MABALACAT, PAMPANGA | July 5, 2025 — For over two decades, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) has been known as the real estate developer that brought vertical living to the heart of business districts, changing the way Filipinos experienced condominium life. Today, the company adds a new dimension to its growing portfolio — Symphony Homes, its first horizontal residential segment. Symphony …

Junior Chamber International (JCI) Philippines, in partnership with JCI Manila and JCI Angeles City Culiat, hosted an exclusive VIP luncheon at the Juulchin Grand Ballroom during the recently concluded 2025 JCI Asia-Pacific Conference in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The event was designed to build anticipation for the upcoming 2026 JCI World Congress, set to take place in Clark, Pampanga. The luncheon welcomed …

From residential comfort to enterprise-scale efficiency, LG provides Total Commercial AC and Energy Solutions that support sustainable operations and reliable performance across all spaces Behind every productive meeting, focused work session, or relaxing gym class is one often-overlooked element: comfort. LG, a trusted Korean brand known for innovation and design excellence, continues to elevate everyday experiences through its HVAC Solutions, …

The spotlight shines on local manufacturers this July with MR.DIY’s Proudly Made in the Philippines This July, MR.DIY—the country’s fastest-growing and leading home improvement retailer—shines a spotlight on Filipino pride with its “Proudly Made in the Philippines” campaign, offering great deals on locally crafted home and school essentials. With over 800 stores nationwide, MR.DIY brings Gawang Pinoy products closer to …

Volvo Philippines’ reimagination of moving through the world with confidence, care, and responsibility was the highlight of the Volvo Philippines’ ALIVE: Bringing the World of Volvo to Life event that was held last week at the Grand Ballroom of the Solaire Resort in Paranaque City. The event also saw the unveiling of two Volvo premium PHEV SUVs — the XC90 …

JETOUR Auto Philippines Inc. opened its Jetour Auto Sta. Rosa recently bolstering its dynamic presence south of Metro Manila. It is located right at the Greenfield Auto Park along the Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay Road in Laguna. The 475-square-meter JETOUR Auto Santa Rosa facility boasts of its showroom capacity of up to 6 vehicles and service bays that can accommodate two vehicles …

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) recently launched its first-ever Prepaid Maintenance Parts Package (PMP Package) for hassle-free car care today and for a worry-free drive that is available across all authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealerships nationwide starting this month.  As part of its Mitsubishi Motors Cares Program, the PMP Package gives Mitsubishi vehicle owners enhanced peace of mind, value, and convenience …