Manila Water Pangasinan operating units, Manila Water Foundation deliver emergency water assistance to flood-hit municipalities

In response to the widespread flooding that prompted the declaration of a State of Calamity in Pangasinan, Manila Water Non-East Zone operating units Calasiao Water and North Luzon Water, in partnership with Manila Water Foundation (MWF), provided safe drinking water to evacuees in the municipalities of Calasiao, Malasiqui, and Sta. Barbara. In response to the widespread flooding that prompted the declaration of a State of Calamity in Pangasinan, Manila Water Non-East Zone operating units Calasiao Water and North Luzon Water, in partnership with Manila Water Foundation (MWF), provided safe drinking…

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS AREN’T EVERYTHING: OONA. MAKES A STATEMENT WITH ‘UNANG TINGIN’

After making an impact with their debut single “Darama,” OONA. is ready to show another side of their artistry with their second single, “Unang Tingin.” Composed of Bella, Jaylou, Kari, Coleen, and Isaki, the group continues to make their presence felt, following the strong introduction they made with “Darama.” Now, with their latest release, OONA. is taking their musical journey a step further with a song that carries a message that goes beyond first impressions. “Darama” gave audiences their first taste of what OONA. can bring to the music scene,…

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Your SM Malls are Building Energy-Efficient Spaces for Customers and Communities

Soon to come: SM Nuvali’s ETFE Roofing is the mall operator’s newest innovation to its standard energy efficient skylight design Decades before national mandate, SM has pursued energy efficiency aligned with its sustainability goals across its nationwide network of most-loved malls. “Under the SM Green Movement, responsible energy use is woven into the fabric of SM’s operations DNA,” said Engr. Junias M. Eusebio, SM Supermalls Vice President for Operations. “On top of the energy we utilize, efficiency is also implemented for the power we save to benefit the communities surrounding…

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SM Supermalls Bets Big on the Next Generation of Filipino Leisure

Fresh lifestyle brands, new flagship destinations, and interactive spaces signal a shift from traditional shopping to shared experiences MANILA, Philippines, 10 September 2026 — Malls are no longer just places to shop—they are spaces where Filipinos spend full days exploring new hobbies, dining, and embarking on weekend “side quests.” To meet this shifting lifestyle, SM Supermalls is actively expanding its footprint and transforming its spaces into ultimate community hubs. New Flagships and Interactive Spaces Following the recent launch of its 90th mall, SM City Zamboanga, the mall operator is preparing…

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Why Mang Inasal Is an Influential Brand: 5 Ways It Connects with Filipino Consumers

Influential Brands® CEO Jorge Rodriguez (right) presents the Influential Brands® trophy to Mang Inasal President Mike V. Castro (center) and Mang Inasal Vice President for Marketing Mari P. Aldecoa What makes a restaurant brand influential? Is it the number of stores it operates, the meals it serves, or the memories it creates for its customers? For Mang Inasal, it is a combination of these everyday experiences. The brand formally received its Influential Brands® trophy on August 24, following its recognition as the 2025 Top Brand in the Philippines under the QSR Grilled Category in April 2026.…

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Manila Water maintains high water quality standards amid Habagat season challenges

Manila Water conducts rigorous laboratory testing and analysis as part of its comprehensive water quality monitoring program, helping ensure that water delivered to customers remains safe, potable, and compliant with stringent parameters of the Philippine National Standards for Drinking Water. Despite the challenges brought by the southwest monsoon or Habagat, Manila Water continued to provide safe and potable water to more than 7.9 million customers across the East Zone of Metro Manila and Rizal Province, maintaining high water quality standards even as heavy rains affected raw water sources. Heavy rainfall…

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PhilHealth YAKAP Program, dadalhin sa mga Paaralan at Tanggapan sa Buong Bansa para sa Handog ng Pangulo sa Sept. 14

Sa patuloy na pagtataguyod ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ng mas abot-kamay na serbisyong pangkalusugan, idaraos ang “Handog ng Pangulo” sa buong bansa. Bilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang na ito, dadalhin ng Department of Health (DOH) at PhilHealth ang YAKAP at iba pang serbisyong medikal sa mga paaralan at tanggapan ngayong Setyembre 14, 2026. Sa tulong ng 257 Yakap Clinics at kanilang partner GAMOT Providers, maghahatid ang PhilHealth ng mga sumusunod na serbisyo sa lahat ng HNP sites: mga serbisyo para sa miyembro, pagpili at pagrehistro sa YAKAP, libreng konsulta,…

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DQ’s Breakout Blizz is for those moments when you can’t help but say ‘DQ na kaya’

We’ve all had those moments where our brains just completely run out of RAM, our inboxes are basically screaming at us, and we find ourselves sitting in meetings and lectures nodding along to things we don’t even remotely understand. We could try to sit there and do those deep breathing exercises people always talk about, or we can just give in to the simple, guilty pleasures that actually make us happy. You know, like ice cream! When life gets ridiculously loud and overwhelming, you can always count on DQ for your well-deserved break from, well, everything, with sweet treats to help you hit pause and enjoy a brief, guilt-free escape…

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PhilTower Joins GSMA as Southeast Asia’s First Independent TowerCo Member

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, September 10, 2026 – PhilTower, the leading Philippine provider of shared digital and power infrastructure, has joined the GSMA as the first independent TowerCo member from the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The move gives PhilTower a seat in the global industry conversation, where it can bring the realities of Philippine deployment to the table and refine how capital becomes reliable infrastructure at home. GSMA is a global organisation unifying 700 mobile operators and more than 500 additional companies across the ecosystem to advance innovation and reduce inequalities…

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