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DITO Telecommunity, the emerging force in the local telco landscape, has again surpassed industry giants by clinching the Rated #1 Mobile Network spot in the Philippines  at the Ookla® Speedtest Awards 2023.  Ookla, the global leader in network intelligence and connectivity insights for almost two decades and pioneer of the world-renowned Speedtest® and Downdetector® platforms, announced that DITO achieved a …

Join us in celebrating excellence and achievement at the Sovereign Seal of Business Triumph & Remarkable Achievers on June 28, 2024, at the prestigious Dusit Thani Hotel Manila. This event, along with the 2nd Philippine Finest Business Awards and Outstanding Achievers on September 8, 2024, at The Hexagon Events Place in Quezon City, and the 2nd Southeast Asian Premier Business …

The Japan Credit Rating Agency, Ltd. (JCR) has kept the Philippines’ investment-grade credit rating of “A-” with a stable outlook. The Japan-based debt watcher highlighted the country’s high and sustained economic growth supported by solid domestic demand, resilience to external shocks with its low-level external debt and accumulated foreign exchange reserves, and its solid fiscal base as credit strengths. JCR …

As early as January this year, Manila Water has already prepared its 3,273 fire hydrants to assist our firefighters and barangays, especially during the drier months. To date, Manila Water has checked and maintained the hydrants in the East Zone of Metro Manila and parts of Rizal. Quezon City Service Area (SA) was allocated the most Manila Water hydrants because …

The Philippine Sports Commission attends the 3rd International Summit of Young Professionals in Sports in Bangkok, Thailand in solidarity for enriching the landscape of sports among youth. Representing the Philippine delegation are Executive Director Paulo Francisco Tatad, Chief of Staff Niño Deo Urquiaga, and Program Research and Development Division staff Gabriel Tutaan.  The summit conducted by the Children of Asia …

ALUMNI provide inspiration and serve as good role models for new generation of students. This was stressed by Department of Education (DepEd) Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Carleen S. Sedilla as she congratulated the 10 “Most Outstanding Alumni” of the E. Rodriguez Jr High School during its 72nd Foundation Day and Grand Alumni Homecoming last Feb. 23-25. Sedilla also lauded both …

Ford Explorer is now available in all Ford dealerships nationwide and digital-savvy customers can also reserve it on Ford’s online reservation portal.  A combination of a striking exterior design coupled with plush and spacious interiors, Ford’s premium midsized SUV is built for family adventures with its commanding presence on the road, ample seating and cargo space, smart connectivity, all-weather and …

The Gateway Motors Group achieved a milestone recently when their two major Honda dealerships placed first and second in the 2024 Dealer of the Year Award during the 2024 Honda Dealers Conference, where Honda Cars Philippines gives recognition to its dealers who excel in sales and after-sales operations each year, last Feb. 21 at the Okada Hotel in Pasay City.  …

Christian John ‘CJ’ Doyon became the youngest-ever recipient of the National Association of Filipino Off-Roader (NASFOR) Driver of the Year which he received at the Golden Wheel Awards at the Golden Pavilion last Feb. 28 in Pasay City.  The 22-yearold CJ is a member of the FCC Racing Team and Ormoc 4Wheelers who started his racing career at the early …

GWM Philippines launched its comprehensive 7-year warranty program to show its dedication to customer satisfaction that is applicable across its entire vehicle line-up.  This industry-leading initiative surpasses the standard warranty offerings and demonstrates GWM’s deep belief in its innovative craftsmanship, dependable performance, and enduring legacy,  This program includes: 7-year or 200,000-kilometer bumper-to-bumper warranty: providing comprehensive coverage for greater peace of …