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Landers Superstore, the fastest-growing membership retail chain in the country, is taking us on another exciting sojourn through Europe with the return of Landers European Festival 2026. Happening from February 11 to March 8, 2026, the month-long celebration showcases the finest flavors, brands, and everyday essentials from Europe – all thoughtfully curated to give Landers members an authentic, fun, and …

Bacoor City, Cavite — February 19, 2026 Builders Hatchery Inc. (BHI) is a newly established joint venture created to bring transformational, science-backed, and FDA-compliant products to market—built not for short-term traction, but for long-term relevance and scale. Formed by GENCYS Group Incorporated and JSR Group, led by product innovator Jonah Sison Ramos, BHI was designed as a dedicated product-building company—where …

For many people, skincare only becomes a priority when the skin starts to react. Redness appears. Irritation flares up. The skin barrier isn’t functioning as it should. By then, routines shift into problem-solving mode: focused on calming symptoms rather than preventing them.  Cetaphil, the #1 dermatologist-recommended brand for sensitive skin, wants to change this behavior.  Daily exposure to pollution, UV …

After a successful comeback story last year, the staging of the 2026 newly-improved Tour of Luzon cycling race entitled Heritage in Motion will be held in 14 stages starting from April 29 to May 13 across five regions with 20 participating teams this year. The Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) announced on Monday during the formal press conference at the …

“Ito ang pinakamalaking show na nagawa ko.” Primetime King Coco Martin proudly remarked that the highly anticipated finale of the Philippines’ most watched teleserye since 2023, “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo,” will make a mark in the history of television for its action-packed quality production and storytelling. “Hindi ko bibiguin ang mga manonood. Gusto ko deserve nila ‘yung ending, ‘yung hindi pa …

Omoda & Jaecoo Motor Philippines Inc. celebrated its first anniversary in the country with rapid expansion and market success as it solidified its position as a rising force in the local automotive industry. This was emphasized during the OJMPI Dealer Conference last Feb. 13 at the Okada Manila with an exclusive preview of the highly anticipated Jaecoo J5 with 51 …

Suzuki Philippines revealed recently that the 2026 Jimny 3-Door now comes equipped with Suzuki Safety Support, bringing advanced driver-assist technology to one of the most iconic and capable 4×4 vehicles in its class. Long celebrated for its unmistakable boxy design, compact agility, and genuine off-road toughness, the Jimny 3-Door now adds intelligent safety to its list of strengths. This latest …

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) extends its “Your Best Year Starts Here” campaign by inviting customers to discover exclusive offers up to Feb. 28, making it easier than ever to own the drive of one’s dreams. Leading the lineup of exciting offers is one of the country’s most beloved sedans. For those looking for a fuel-efficient yet sporty sedan daily …

Ford Philippines kicked off the first Ford Island Conquest of the year las Feb. 20-22 at the Alabang Town Center in Muntinlupa City, which provided customers the best opportunity to learn more about Ford’s current vehicle lineup as well as the chance to experience their features and capabilities in a test drive. This year’s FIC took on a refreshed look …

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation bagged the best Service Advisor award at the Global Service Skills Contest 2025 last at the Tokyo Ryutsu Center in Tokyo, Japan. Raymond Rivera of Carworld, Inc. was crowned Champion of the Service Advisor Contest, besting top service advisors from 15 countries around the world. The Global Service Skills Contest is a prestigious competition organized by …