Cocolife Bags Two Honors at the Asian Experience Awards 2026

Cocolife has earned two prestigious recognitions at the Asian Experience Awards 2026, receiving Philippines – Brand Experience of the Year (Insurance) for the Alagang Cocolife Wellness Forum and Community Run, and Philippines – Product Experience of the Year (Financial Services) for the Alagang Cocolife Line of Health Products. This dual recognition highlights Cocolife’s commitment to creating meaningful experiences that extend beyond traditional insurance, bringing together health and financial protection, accessible solutions, and community engagement to support the well-being of Filipinos. The Asian Experience Awards recognizes organizations across Asia for delivering…

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Manila Water maximizes Cardona WTP, heightens preparedness for strong El Niño

In photo: Manila Water’s Cardona WTP intake facility that draws water from the central portion of Laguna Lake. The 100-MLD Cardona WTP, scalable up to 110  MLD under favorable raw water quality conditions, is also equipped with a 6-MLD Backwash Water Recovery System that helps sustain reliable service especially during dry spells.  As Manila Water gears up for the anticipated strong El Niño conditions which may persist up to the first semester of 2027, the company is maximizing the capacity of its Cardona Water Treatment Plant (WTP) to help ensure…

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Wealth Management Unlocked: UnionBank’s wealth onboarding journey recognized at the Asian Banker Philippine Awards 2026

Preserving and building wealth should start with an experience that is empowering and seamless. Today’s customers are looking for a financial partner who understands their ambitions and delivers tailored solutions to help them secure their long-term legacy. To meet these needs, UnionBank of the Philippines has redefined the wealth onboarding journey into a frictionless welcome that transforms the once tedious first step into an inspiring beginning. As part of its efforts to simplify access to wealth management UnionBank took home two accolades at the prestigious Asian Banker Philippine Awards 2026,…

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The new TECNO CAMON Slim 5G offers launch discounts of up to ₱3,000 from October 16 to 18, 2026, together with a free TECNO MagBadge for eligible purchases.

TECNO CAMON Slim 5G is officially available in the Philippines starting today, October 16, bringing together an ultra-slim premium design and an imaging experience built to capture everyday moments as they happen. The CAMON Slim 5G is priced at ₱27,999 in the Philippines and is available through TECNO offline stores nationwide, as well as Shopee, TikTok Shop and Lazada. Priced at ₱27,999, CAMON Slim 5G comes with 256GB ROM and 8GB RAM with up to 16GB Extended RAM. Customers who purchase the device can also receive a FREE TECNO MagBadge…

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Why Michelin-starred chefs are obsessed with your go-to Taco Bell order

If you have always loved Taco Bell for its bold flavors and undeniable craveability, you are in excellent company. While you might see your favorite order as the ultimate, unpretentious comfort food to cap off a long day, some of the world’s most elite, Michelin-starred culinary minds view it as an absolute masterpiece of food engineering! According to a recently published Wall Street Journal article titled “Top Chefs Have a Confession: They Love Taco Bell,” top high-end restaurant chefs in the US are openly confessing their deep obsession with the…

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Manila Water fortifies its additional raw water sources for looming strong El Niño

In photo: Manila Water’s 50 MLD East Bay Ph1 Water Treatment Plant, which draws water from the easter flank of Laguna Lake Manila Water continues to diversify and strengthen its raw water portfolio through strategic investments in alternative water sources from Laguna Lake and Upper Wawa Dam, enhancing its preparedness for the looming strong El Niño. As the water sector prepares for the anticipated strong El Niño which may extend to the first half of 2027, Manila Water continues to fortify its portfolio of additional raw water sources through major…

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SM Supermalls Kicks Off the Christmas Season with Nationwide Tree-Lighting Celebrations

The countdown to Christmas begins at SM Megamall! Get ready for the launch of Mega Holidays 2026 on October 16, as the mall prepares to welcome the most wonderful time of the year. The countdown to Christmas begins October 16 in SM Megamall, bringing festive moments and holiday surprises to communities nationwide. The most wonderful time of the year is almost here! Starting October 16, SM Supermalls will usher in the Christmas season with a series of tree-lighting celebrations nationwide, bringing families and friends together for the holiday traditions they…

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New Ways to Satisfy Your Cravings at SM Supermalls in Visayas

Iloilo foodies, your monthly food plans are about to get a whole lot more exciting! 😍 Whether you’re the friend who always suggests trying a new restaurant or the one who takes forever to decide where to eat, SM Supermalls has a fresh lineup of dining spots worth checking out this month. From Italian comfort food and Japanese favorites to juicy steaks, four well-loved restaurants are making their first appearance in Iloilo and Western Visayas at SM City Iloilo. 👀 Ready to update your must-visit list? Here are four new…

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PhilHealth Guarantees Coverage for Heat-Related Illnesses Amid the Dry Spell

PhilHealth is stepping up health protection against extreme heat and heat-related illnesses, heeding President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for proactive government action on climate change. Anchored on the Unified National Agenda for Health, PhilHealth is working with the Department of Health (DOH) as PAGASA warns of a strong El Niño persisting through mid 2027, with rising risks of heat stroke, dehydration, asthma, hypertension, dengue, and water borne infections. In support of this directive, PhilHealth is urging families to register and visit their chosen YAKAP Clinic and avail the preventive…

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