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For the month of November, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) once again shows its unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences to home seekers. The back-to-back DOT Property Philippines Awards Best Developer will host another SMDC Date Night, an intimate event with entertainment, great food, and fantastic deals for current and prospective buyers and investors. The exclusive event will be held …

Let’s face it! Some of us are having a hard time accepting age. In a country where  physical beauty equals success in life, defying age has been one of the major concerns  of many Filipinos from then until now. Thankfully, in this modern time, science has  provided us with various options to defy aging and face the future with a …

Flexing once more its digital capabilities, Rizal Commercial Banking Corp (RCBC) introduces a business solution which redefines the landscape of financial management, spurring business growth for the agile, tech-savvy generation of the Philippines. The all-new RCBC Boz app, an all-in-one tool is designed to empower forward-thinking entrepreneurs, freelancers or even those with side hustles, by allowing them to easily keep …

an event that celebrated beauty, innovation, empowerment, and inclusivity unfolded. ORLY Philippines Event brought together a community of empowered women influencers, each one passionate about the world of nails, beauty, and self-worth. This occasion was more than just a gathering; it was a testimony to the remarkable impact that a brand like ORLY can have on lives. Empowering Through Nails: …

#THISISOFFTHEWALL is  a fresh and empowering concept that inspires Filipinos to embrace their passion, creativity, and authenticity. Vans Philippines is thrilled to announce their newest collaborative #THISISOFTHEWALL features Filipino pop culture multi-hyphenate Sharlene San Pedro, known Visual artist Raco Ruiz, and the Musician Syd Hartha.  Having started her career as a graduate of the popular children’s television show Goin’ Bulilit, …

By Rose de la Cruz Advising Filipino consumers to buy rice directly from farmers is a logistics nightmare. It is easier said than done. This, as the Philippine Rice Research Institute, urged the consumers to buy milled rice stratight from the farmers to encoruage them to sell directly and make more money. The objective is noble and would transform farmers …

Where Living Beside SM City Trece Martires and New Local Attractions Means A Sure Real Estate Investment Strategically built in the heart of Trece Martires City, Cavite, Hope Residences by SM Development Corporation (SMDC) continues to captivate potential investors with its unparalleled advantages. The development recently received recognition as the Best Investment Property for South Luzon from the Dot Property …

In a study* commissioned by EastWest Ageas, the findings paint a rosy picture of the Filipinos’ appreciation of the importance of getting insured. Eight out of ten Filipinos believe that insurance is essential. This is reflective of the people’s shifting priorities in a post-pandemic world, where security and protection is a must for themselves and their loved ones.  And insurance …

SM Foundation Inc. (SMFI) has consistently invested in critical areas such as health and education to support the country in attaining inclusive growth. A recent testament to this commitment is the transformation of the medical and dental clinic at the Quezon City Schools Division Office (QC-SDO) of the Department of Education (DepEd). The refurbished clinic, nestled behind the Annex Building …

Games on Friday (Rizal Memorial Coliseum)9 a.m. – AU vs ADMU11 a.m. – UE vs CSB2 p.m. – AdU vs FEU5 p.m. – NU vs UST Reigning champion National U and challenger University of Santo Tomas lock horns in an all-UAAP duel as the Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Collegiate Pre-Season Championship reaches a thrilling finale on Friday at the Rizal …