Category: SPECIAL FEATURE

Notwithstanding difficulties as world-renowned athletes, boxing legend Manny Pacquiao and weightlifting champion Hidilyn Diaz showcased their determination as they challenge one another at the recent Alaxan’s Showdown of the Year held at the Unilab Bayanihan Center. To celebrate the coming together of Pacquiao and Diaz for Alaxan FR, the duo challenged each other by switching roles—Diaz challenged Pacquiao to lift weights while Pacquiao dared Diaz to a sparring. Aside from the challenges, the top-notch athletes also shared about their recent professional and personal endeavors and reveals their companion in their…

Mobile industry leader Globe joins the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) in the 10th leg of the government’s SIM registration assistance program from March 27 to April 1, 2023. Booths will be set up in 60 locations throughout the country to help customers who may have difficulty registering. By participating in this initiative, Globe emphasizes its dedication to providing excellent service to all clients and ensuring they meet the government’s SIM registration deadline of April 26, 2023. Customers may visit the location nearest them based on the following schedule: LUZON Kalinga…

Summer can be especially punishing for the tropics in the summer. And in case you haven’t noticed, the sun is starting to beat down harder as the sun shines higher and the breeze blows warmer for the season. Right on cue, Prestiz’s reliable line of air conditioning solutions comes in to save the day. If keeping cool is a top priority for summer, be sure to visit Prestiz’s selection of window-type air conditioners to help you stay cool and comfortable while still enjoying the benefits of advanced energy-saving technology, smart…

It is said that to every woman, behind her good looks and vivacious spirit lies that special character that generates from the inside and permeates out: that special thing that is called AURA. It is that very same aura that develops her innermost strengths that will radiate into something more productive, more transforming and more inspiring to the rest of humankind. And, it is here where a one-of-a-kind pageant generates that renewed sense of  confidence,  compassion,  service,  dedication  and  spirit  among  its contenders as it transcends the common notions of…

Water scarcity is one of the biggest issues that the world is facing today. Defined as a problem that occurs when the demand for water exceeds the available water supply, water scarcity is seen as a problem that will only get worse, especially since water use continues to increase at an unprecedented rate globally. According to 2019 figures from UN-Water, an interagency mechanism that coordinates the efforts of United Nations (UN) entities and international organizations working on water and sanitation issues, global water demand is expected to continue increasing by…

Summer’s here! And what better way to enjoy the season than with a deliciously char-grilled meal, paired with the milky creamy goodness of halo-halo? Mang Inasal, the country’s Grill Expert, has recently embarked on a #SummerSarapAtMangInasal campaign that introduced a more affordable variant of its well-loved Halo-Halo. For only Php 39, customers can now order an 8-ounce add-on Halo-Halo — either Extra Creamy Halo-Halo or Crema de Leche Halo-Halo — to their Ihaw-Sarap Savers meal! The extra creamy treat also comes in Small and Regular servings, starting at Php 79.…

Student-leaders from Balara Elementary School were treated to a mini-LAKBAYAN session at the Manila Water’s World Water Day Exhibit at the UP Town Center in Quezon City. The session gave an overview of processes of water and wastewater treatment implemented by the company and even proper handwashing.   In celebration of World Water Day, Manila Water opened its one-day exhibit entitled “The Future Deserves to be Real” highlighting clean water as a precious but very finite resource at the UP Town Center in Quezon City. During its ribbon-cutting ceremony, Manila…

As the lights dimmed and the music filled the air, the “Sketches + Stitches” event opened with an electric buzz of excitement. Hosted by the talented designer Ryan Chris, the grand fashion show and charity gala promised to be an unforgettable night for all who attended. With guests dressed in their finest, everyone was eagerly anticipating the unveiling of Ryan’s latest designs. However, the event was not merely a showcase of the designer’s fashion expertise. Instead, it was a celebration of Ryan Chris’ childhood dream, with every stroke of the sketch…

Pag-IBIG Fund disbursed P53.76 billion in cash loans, otherwise known as short-term loans, benefitting a record-high 2,612,491 members in 2022, agency officials stated Tuesday (21 March 2023).   For 2022, the amount of short-term loans released by the agency increased by 21% or P9.46 billion compared to the P44.30 billion released in 2021. With the amount, the number of members assisted through the program increased by 24% or over half a million more than the 2,090,851 members in 2021.   “We at Pag-IBIG Fund exert all efforts in providing our…