Category: SPECIAL FEATURE

Apart from the crave-worthy Ihaw-Sarap meals, Mang Inasal adds another reason for its customers to frequent its over 600 stores nationwide. Every purchase of the Mang Inasal Buddy Fiesta – All-Chicken or Combo of Paa and Pork BBQ with java rice and three small soft drinks – gives customers the chance to get a free, specially designed reusable Fiesta cup. “The Special Mang Inasal Fiesta Cups come in three fun designs that depict the Fiesta spirit that customers have long associated with the Ihaw-Sarap meals and Unli-Saya dining experience that Mang Inasal…

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Maynilad employee volunteers plant indigenous tree seedlings during the kickoff of the 2026 Plant for Life program in the Ipo Watershed. The program targets 230,225 seedlings across 450 hectares this year, supporting Maynilad’s continuing efforts to restore and protect critical watershed areas. West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has begun its 2026 Plant for Life program, setting its highest annual planting target to date: 230,225 indigenous tree seedlings across 450 hectares of priority restoration areas within the Ipo Watershed. The 2026 planting sites cover areas in Norzagaray, Bulacan,…

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Manila, Philippines – The Tribal Communities Association of the Philippines (TRICAP) has strongly condemned the recent wave of social media posts containing discriminatory, derogatory, and demeaning remarks against Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs). TRICAP expressed deep concern that several Facebook posts and online comments have perpetuated harmful stereotypes, ridicule, and hate directed at Indigenous Peoples, undermining their dignity and violating the spirit of equality and respect enshrined in both Philippine and international human rights standards. “Discrimination against Indigenous Peoples is never acceptable—whether in our communities or on social media,” said…

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As the Biyaya Sustainable Living Festival continues at SM Megamall, SM Supermalls, through its SM for MSMEs program, reinforces its commitment to empowering Filipino entrepreneurs by creating meaningful opportunities for coffee farmers, local roasters, artisans, and local brands to grow their businesses and connect with more customers.

Organized by the Coffee Heritage Project in collaboration with SM for MSMEs, Manila Coffee Festival, Coffee Expo Manila, and other partners, the festival celebrates the people behind every cup of Philippine coffee while championing sustainable livelihoods and Filipino entrepreneurship.

Extending its support beyond the festival, SM for MSMEs will provide complimentary booth spaces to participating coffee farmers and coffee purveyors in select SM malls during the July 24–26 weekend—creating continued market opportunities that help local coffee communities reach new customers and sustain business growth beyond the three-day celebration.

More than a festival, Biyaya demonstrates how meaningful partnerships can create lasting opportunities for Filipino entrepreneurs while preserving Philippine coffee, culture, and craftsmanship for generations to come.

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Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, is set to make the entire month magical as it announces the spectacular lineup of enchanting gifts from its iconic Storyverse character, Eldar the Wizard, in celebration of his birthday this July. Kicking off its Love Saribuhay campaign this quarter, EK is showering guests with magical treats both inside and outside the Park as it counts down to Eldar’s Birthday Bash on July 25 at the Spaceport Grounds. The highly anticipated celebration, which coincides with the soft opening…

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Since the 1990s, SM has embarked on a journey toward holistic sustainability. Its innovative use of its malls as key community touchpoints for sustainable engagement and shared value has only grown since. From environmental stewardship, SM has expanded its sustainability drive to share value with its surrounding communities through economic opportunities and corporate social responsibility. “For SM, we believe thriving communities help build a resilient nation and supporting these communities requires sustainable efforts–that is social equity,” said SM Executive Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin. “Even before Environmental, Social,…

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Each winter, from beneath the roots of oak and hazelnut trees, one of the culinary world’s most coveted treasures emerges. Australian Black Winter Truffles. While France and Italy have long been the major source for premium black winter truffles, in the last few years Australia has become one of the world’s major producers. Imagine the legendary French Périgord black truffle, prized for its intoxicating aroma and extraordinary depth of flavor, cultivated in Australia’s pristine climate. The result is nothing short of magic. With Australian truffles at their peak during their…

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Ginamit ni GCash for Business General Manager Paul Albano ang GCash Commute QR noong inilunsad ang cashless payment system sa LRT-2 Legarda Station nitong Hulyo 13. GCash, DOTr, LRTA, RCBC at Visa inilunsad ang cashless fare payments sa LRT-2 MANILA— Mas pinabilis at ginawang mas maginhawa ng GCash ang biyahe ng mga pasahero ng Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) dahil maaari nang magbayad ng pamasahe gamit lamang ang kanilang cellphone sa pamamagitan ng GCash Commute QR. Nakipagtulungan ang GCash sa Department of Transportation (DOTr), Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA),…

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Missed the National Mang Inasal Pork BBQ Blowout Day? Don’t worry—Mang Inasal is giving you another chance to enjoy its trending smoky-sweet, juicy-lambot Pork BBQ with the Pork BBQ Blowout Delivery Edition happening on July 15. For one day only, you can enjoy exclusive delivery-only discounts on your favorite Ihaw-Sarap meals. The 4-piece Pork BBQ Buddy Size will be available for only Php 169, while the Salo-Sarap Ihaw Duo, featuring two pieces of Chicken Inasal Paa Large and two pieces of Pork BBQ, can be enjoyed for just Php 349. The promo is available exclusively through the…

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