The Philippines is on track to have the best emergency response system in Asia once its next-generation 911 system is fully rolled out nationwide. Discover how Cebu City led the way as the first in the Visayas to launch a US and Europe-grade 911 emergency response center—a major step that inspired the nationwide rollout of […]
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VYBE by BPI Expands Cash-In Access Nationwide Through ECPay Partnership
Filipinos can now enjoy easier and more convenient access to digital financial services as VYBE, the e-wallet platform from the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), partners with Electronic Commerce Payments, Inc. (ECPay) to roll out cash-in options across more than 4,000 locations nationwide. VYBE users can now conveniently top up their e-wallets by selecting […]
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Martin Nievera and Pops Fernandez Reveal Secrets to Healing, Friendship, and the Modern Filipino Family on Beyond the Exchange with Rico Hizon
The Philippines’ Concert King and Queen Martin Nievera and Pops Fernandez opened up about love, heartbreak, healing, and family during their guesting on Beyond the Exchange with Rico Hizon on ANC. In their first full-length interview together with the veteran broadcaster, the former couple—now longtime concert partners—spoke honestly about their painful separation, their personal journeys […]
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Philippine Book Festival Draws Over 40,000 Visitors, Breaks Records for Authors and Publishers
The Philippine Book Festival (PBF) 2025, the country’s largest all-Filipino book event, successfully concluded after four exciting days at Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City, drawing over 40,000 visitors and setting new milestones for local authors and publishers. Relive the excitement of past celebrations and see how the Philippine Book Festival continues to uplift Filipino […]
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Toyota Motor Philippines Extends Vehicle Warranty to 5 Years for 2025 Models
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is enhancing customer confidence with the introduction of the Toyota 5-Year Warranty, extending coverage for all Toyota vehicles sold from January 1, 2025, onwards. This upgraded warranty program increases the previous 3-year or 100,000 KM warranty by up to two additional years or 40,000 KM, provided customers meet the required Periodic […]
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Manila Central University Offers Up to 100% Tuition Scholarships for New Students
Manila Central University (MCU) is making higher education more accessible by offering up to 100% tuition scholarships for students enrolling in its newly launched degree programs and select business and technology courses. In celebration of MCU’s 120th anniversary, the university is granting 1,320 scholarship slots, reinforcing its commitment to academic excellence and student success. Secure […]
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Study Finds Women Sari-Sari Store Owners Empowered by Business Success
Women sari-sari store owners in the Philippines are gaining independence and social status through their micro-retail businesses, according to a study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) and tech startup Packworks. Learn how STAR is sustaining sari-sari stores and empowering women entrepreneurs through innovative support and training programs. The study, “Gender, Microentrepreneurship, Human […]
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SM Foundation Delivers Over 108,000 Relief Packs and Builds Schools
SM Foundation continues to significantly impact disaster relief and community development in the Philippines. In 2024 alone, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of SM Group distributed over 108,000 Kalinga Packs through 41 Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) missions, providing swift aid to communities affected by natural disasters. Learn more about SM Foundation and BDO Foundation’s […]
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Women Waste Workers Empowered with Health and Safety Training from EcoWaste Coalition
EcoWaste Coalition honored women waste workers for their vital contributions to the environment and public health with a seminar on preventing and reducing occupational hazards. 👉 Discover how Filipino women waste workers are leading the fight for safer working conditions—learn more about their inspiring journey recognized in a UN webinar on worker safety. The event, […]
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Rebecca Bustamante’s Journey to Health and Empowerment with Fullerton
Rebecca Bustamante, CEO of Asia CEO Events, is a trailblazing business leader in the Philippines. Known for organizing the country’s largest business forums and inspiring professionals to take charge of their careers, Bustamante’s path to success extends beyond the business world—it starts with her health. In 2005, at just 38 years old, Bustamante faced a […]
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Philippine Book Festival: A Marketplace for Filipino Books and a Hub for Readers
The Philippine Book Festival (PBF) 2025 is set to bring Filipino-authored books to the spotlight on March 13-16, 2025, at Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. Organized by the National Book Development Board (NBDB), the event serves as both a marketplace and a space where book lovers can immerse themselves in Filipino literature. Relive the […]
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BPI Awesome Travel Fair 2025: Exclusive Online Deals for Filipino Travelers This March
The BPI Awesome Travel Fair 2025 is now online, offering exclusive travel deals and rewards to Filipino travelers until March 31, 2025. After the successful onsite event at One Ayala, Makati City, BPI (Bank of the Philippine Islands) continues to provide customers with accessible and affordable travel solutions through its online component. Unlock Exclusive Travel […]
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