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Wendy’s Philippines continues to strengthen its presence, opening its 63rd and 64th stores for Wendy’s lovers in Phoenix Dau, Mabalacat, Pampanga and Molino, Bacoor, Cavite.  “These stores have al fresco seating and air-conditioned dine-in, and are open 24/7 for dine-in, take-out, and drive-thru, catering to those with busy lifestyles and those still working or studying from home who want a …

Three municipalities in the province of Cagayan became the latest beneficiaries of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation’s (PAGCOR’s) Multi-Purpose Evacuation Center (MPEC) project after the state-run gaming agency inaugurated the newly constructed facilities on March 10 and 11, 2023. The PAGCOR-funded basketball-court type multi-purpose facilities worth P12.7 million each were formally unveiled in the towns of Amulong, Solana and …

Entrasol Platinum with PROCARE proudly welcomes the newest addition to the SOLcommunity. Another SOLmate to bring in the message of health and wellness in both body and mind as one age is Ina Raymundo. The top executives of Kalbe International and Entrasol Platinum were in full attendance at the press launch held at Grand Hyatt BGC this Friday hosted by …

Fun and exciting month-long activities await Filipina athletes and professionals this March, as the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) joins the nation in celebrating National Women’s Month. First on the list is the PSC Women’s Fun Games scheduled on Wednesday, March 8, in conjunction with International Women’s Day. This will feature the agency’s women employees and staff. Next is the Women …

By Robert Andaya The Filipino athletes can excel in the world stage anytime, anywhere. In fact, former Project Gintong Alay head Michael Keon said there is so much outstanding local athletic talent all over the country waiting to be discovered. But Keon, who is widely responsible for the success of the late Asian sprint superstar Lydia de Vega, long jump …

Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation (PSPC) and Shell Energy Philippines (SEPH) have signed a tripartite agreement with the Department of Energy (DOE) for a pilot program where Shell could deploy more Shell Recharge electric vehicle charging stations powered with renewable energy (RE) from SEPH. Signed by PSPC President and CEO Lorelie Quiambao-Osial, SEPH General Manager and President Bernd Krukenberg, and Energy …

Manila Water bags 2 distinctions at the 58th Anvil Awards, hosted by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP), one of the premier institutions in the country in the field of public relations. In the Gabi ng Parangal awarding ceremony held at the Marriott Hotel Grand Ballroom in Pasay City, PRSP awarded Silver Anvil Awards to ‘BOW: Balita on Wednesdays’ …

Globe and its subsidiary Electronic Commerce Philippines Inc. (ECPAY), together with leading supermarket chain Puregold, are ramping up the rollout of the Aling Puring app to uplift and digitalize micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), especially sari-sari stores.  The new mobile service offers Tindahan ni Aling Puring (TNAP) members a one-stop-shop for digital transactions such as cash-in, load, and bills …

Ladies, take center stage as SM celebrates Women Power throughout the month of March. Lots of activities both online and on-ground are in store to empower women and girls all over the country.  Ready to break the code. (From L-R) SM Supermalls President Steven T. Tan joins Philippine Commission on Women Executive Director Atty. Kristine Yuzon-Chaves, Philippine Vice President Sara …

(From L-R) SM Supermalls President Steven T. Tan joins Philippine Commission on Women Executive Director Atty. Kristine Yuzon-Chaves, Philippine Vice President Sara Z. Duterte, UN Resident Coordinator Mr. Gustavo Gonzalez, and UN Women Country Programme Coordinator Ms. Ma. Rosalyn Mesina during the International Women’s Day event at the SM Aura Premier Samsung Hall. With them are French Embassy’s Ines Ferrer, …