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SM Prime Holdings, Inc., one of Southeast Asia’s leading integrated property developers and leading conservation organization World Wild Fund for Nature (WWF) Philippines have entered a collaboration in adopting a more robust reporting framework to address the climate crisis. This is a major partnership of WWF with a Philippine company towards the development of a bespoke program towards decarbonization. Sustainability …

Ateneo De Manila University acquired UV Care air purifiers as part of its preparation for its return to campus, and resume operations for the next normal. All these are being done to help ensure the safety and protection of its students, faculty, and staff. The UV Care air purifier is a US FDA-approved Class II Medical Device for air cleaning. Based on certified-tested reports, UV …

The Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) gathered key agriculture players who underscored the importance of adopting science-based approaches and latest technologies to address the challenges facing livestock raisers and achieve self-sufficiency in meat and dairy production. The second run of the LANDBANK AgriSenso Virtual Forum on 30 August 2022 put the spotlight on the livestock industry and featured National …

SM Foundation, through its Operation Tulong Express Program (OPTE), distributed Kalinga packs to more than 320 families affected by the recent fire incident in Brgy. 144 in Pasay City. OPTE is a social good program of SM Foundation in collaboration with SM Supermalls and SM Markets which aims to address the needs of communities during calamities and crises.

To some, ice skating is a recreational activity. It is commonly seen as a way to destress and keep cool in a warm country like the Philippines. But for young and upcoming figure skaters, it is a sport that demands serious training.  Mr. Hans T. Sy, Chairman of the Executive Committee of SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (fourth from left) with …

Despite the pandemic, SM Foundation (SMFI) did not waver in its commitment to help send economically challenged but deserving public high school graduates to college. It was a commitment started by its founder, the late Tatang Henry Sy Sr. so that each SM scholar can help send another sibling to school and ultimately help in the improvement of their standard …

To bring Filipinos closer to the life they want, the country’s leading consumer finance company Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), continues to expand its offerings by innovating its products and partnering with more brands and retailers across key categories, such as healthcare, fashion, beauty, and fitness. As the lifestyle partner of Filipinos, Home Credit has served almost 9 million Filipinos nationwide — serving …

Many of us Filipino families consider our household workers or “kasambahays” as family. And why shouldn’t we? From preparing our food to maintaining the cleanliness of the family abode, our household companions we fondly call them “ate,” “manang,” “manong,” and “kuya” are always there to help us in our everyday busy life. Our indispensable ally against dirty clothes, dusty furniture, …

A rising star is having the best days of his life in his community For a young star, living a life of convenience is a must. Schedules can be hectic, and finding time to rest seems impossible at times. But for this young actor, living the life of a star is all possible because of SM Development Corporation (SMDC). “Everyone …

Urges DICT, gov’t to probe violations of delivery firm The United Filipino Consumers and Commuters (UFCC) filed a case today at the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to revoke the operating licenses of J&T and its franchise partners due to unlawful business practices. The move comes after the inaugural State of the Nation Address of President Bongbong Marcos …