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Government’s plan to negotiate “safe passage” for Philippine-bound oil tankers is less a strategy than a hopeful gesture detached from geopolitical reality. The Philippines is a longstanding ally of the United States, while the choke-point in question—the Strait of Hormuz—is influenced by the posture of Iran. Even arranging a formal dialogue at the diplomatic level would be fraught, slow and …

In its final installment of the Sari-Sari Stories, Puregold releases “Pangalan,” a moving tribute to the sari-sari stores that continue to power daily life, grassroots enterprise, and community connection across the Philippines. Following “Ways,” “The Sign,” and “The Witness,” Puregold broadens the conversation from nostalgia to economic relevance, highlighting how sari-sari stores continue to serve as accessible retail touchpoints, community …

Chery Auto Philippines successfully organized a Chery Car Club Connect, an exclusive gathering for Chery Tiggo rEV owners, held at the UAAGI Auto Group Center for Technical Excellence that brought together 88 valued customers in a meaningful and immersive brand experience which aims to deepen engagement and reinforce trust in the Chery brand. The Chery Car Club Connect underscores the …

Honda Foundation, Inc. inaugurated its second Honda-TESDA room last March 25, at the TESDA Regional Training Center-Calabarzon in Batangas City whicg continues HFI to strengthen its commitment to the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority  HFI donated four motorcycle training units and two hybrid cars for instructional purposes and restoration training. In addition, HFI provided specialized tools designed for maintenance, …

Omoda & Jaecoo, the fast-selling new energy vehicle brand in the country today, opened up its first flagship showroom named Omoda & Jaecoo Manila Bay which was attended by the brand’s top international official and other top officers together with the members of the media and the banks. Omoda & Jaecoo is just a stone-throw away from the World Trade …

The seven Filipino EV taxi operators currently under the GrabTaxi Electric have added hundreds of locally owned electric taxis on the Grab platform, offering commuters a more sustainable alternative as fuel prices climb. These operators that included EV Taxi Corporation, EnviroCab, TaxiKo Transport Services, KateMikylla, CMAIII, ManilaTrans Taxi Corp, and Sun & Bin Transportation Corporation have activated hundreds of hybrid …

Filipinos often take a breather from the demands of daily life during long weekends, particularly during Holy Week from quiet provincial visits to coastal retreats in Batangas or La Union — an essential part of the season spent on a meaningful pilgrimage, reconnecting with family and friends, or simply seeking much-needed renewal beyond the city. But with fuel prices continuing …

The 11th edition of the Sylpauljoyce Cup Golf 2026, a fund-raising activity co-presented by Sylpauljoyce Foundation, Sylpauljoyce Furniture, Lights & Décor, and Solano Hotel, Residences, and Resort, will be held this May 16 at the Fernando Air Base Golf Club in Lipa, Batangas. The annual golf extravaganza is expected to be full-packed with golf playing celebrities with a System 36 …

BYD Cars Philippines successfully capped its participation in the IronMan 70.3 Davao, with both its celebrity and corporate triathlon teams delivering impressive Top 8 finishes in one of the country’s premier endurance events.  Out of over 900 participants, the BYD Celebrity Relay Triathlon team featuring Wil Dasovich (swim), Alden Richards (bike), and Nico Bolzico (run), secured a Top 8 finish …

Isuzu Philippines Corporation, together with its dealers Isuzu Makati and Isuzu Tagum, formally turned over 205 trucks to the Philippine Army during a ceremonial event at Camp General Servillano A. Aquino, Tarlac City. The fleet is composed of 117 Isuzu NPS and 88 Isuzu FTS trucks, all configured with troop carrier bodies designed for the safe, efficient, and reliable transport …