Category: SPECIAL FEATURE

In photo: Manila Water’s solar facility at its San Juan Compound. As El Niño and power supply pressures drive higher energy demand, Manila Water continues to expand its renewable energy use to support efficient and more sustainable operations. Amid prolonged dry conditions linked to El Niño and ongoing pressures from the country’s National Energy Emergency, Manila Water is strengthening how it powers its operations by scaling up renewable energy and improving energy efficiency across its facilities. These conditions have driven higher electricity demand and elevated power costs nationwide, while also…

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Convenience has become one of the biggest drivers of dining decisions today. As Filipino consumers increasingly seek restaurant-quality meals that fit their busy schedules, off-premise dining channels such as drive-thru, takeout, delivery, and mobile app ordering continue to gain importance across the quick-service restaurant industry. Recognizing this shift, Mang Inasal is strengthening its off-premise business through expanded drive-thru operations and enhanced digital ordering capabilities, making its signature Ihaw-Sarap meals more accessible to Filipinos wherever they are. “A major growth area for Mang Inasal is our off-premise business as consumer behavior continues to evolve toward convenience,…

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Italy’s Michele Ortolani lords over Luisita as 2026 BingoPlus Philippine ADT Open champion Italian Michele Ortolani showed the Philippines what world-class golf is all about as he ruled the 2026 BingoPlus Philippine Asian Development Tour Open with a masterful 16-under-par total over a thrilling four-day stretch at the iconic Luisita Golf and Country Club on Saturday, June 20. One of Italy’s best golfers today, the 29-year-old Ortolani finally won his first title after 194 events since going pro in 2015, earning a career breakthrough in the ADT tournament backed by…

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Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death in the Philippines, Health advocates emphasize the urgent need for expanded oncology infrastructure in the Philippines, including more cancer centers, trained specialists, and accessible diagnostic services. Early detection programs and community-based awareness campaigns are also critical to reducing mortality rates.  Chemotherapy alone can cost up to ₱120,000 per cycle, with total treatment reaching ₱5 million or more, pushing families into debt, asset liquidation, or treatment abandonment. With thousands of patients delaying or abandoning treatment due to cost, We Hope Medical Group…

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How Filipino dads show they care with Mang Inasal grilled favorites Fatherhood is often expressed not through grand declarations, but through quiet, everyday gestures. For many Filipino dads, love looks like picking up the kids from school despite a long workday, bringing home food for the family, fixing things around the house, or simply making time to share a meal. While they may not always say “I love you” out loud, their actions often speak louder than words. This Father’s Day, Mang Inasal celebrates the many ways fathers express their love—from quality time and acts of service to…

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We often wait for major milestones to celebrate Dad, not realizing that we could be missing the best moments right in front of us. Think about going together to the barber, wandering the aisles of a hardware store, or tagging along to the water refilling station. We might not know it, but these seemingly mundane hangouts could be where core memories with dad are made. This Father’s Day, DQ is turning these ordinary side quests into an official celebration with its new “All for the Cool Pops” lineup, featuring indulgent creations designed to reward…

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The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) welcomed the recognition of Manila Water Company’s Upper Wawa Dam as Water Project of the Year at this year’s Global Water Awards, with the honor formally conferred to MWSS Administrator Leonor C. Cleofas, CESO IV during the sidelines of the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2026 in Singapore. The award, organized by Global Water Intelligence (GWI), recognizes the Upper Wawa Dam as a model project in advancing sustainable and resilient water infrastructure. It also highlights MWSS’ strong support and regulatory leadership in enabling…

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Young phenom Sean Ramos leads 15 Filipino qualifiers as BingoPlus Philippine ADT Open continues Argentinian Franco Scorzato waxed red-hot on the greens as he took the provisional lead with a stellar six-under-par 66 halfway through the 2026 BingoPlus Philippine Asian Development Tour Open at the iconic Luisita Golf and Country Club in Tarlac on Thursday, June 18. Tied for ninth entering Round 2, the 23-year-old swung on-point from the get-go against the punishing Tarlac heat, tallying eight birdies, with five on the front nine, against two bogeys to finish solo…

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This Father’s Day, Cabalen invites Filipino families to celebrate Dad with a meaningful feast through its special “Salamat, Tatay” Father’s Day Promo. From June 12 to 21, guests who dine at participating Cabalen branches and reach a minimum single-receipt purchase of ₱3,000 will receive a FREE Gift, making family gatherings even more memorable during Father’s Day week. As the Philippines’ No. 1 Filipino Buffet, Cabalen has long been a place where families come together to celebrate life’s milestones and everyday moments. This Father’s Day, the brand encourages families to honor…

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