Category: SPECIAL FEATURE

To ensure that the supply of potable reaches its more than 7 million customers in the East Zone, Manila Water has intensified its system loss reduction program which has resulted in a low level of non-revenue water of 13-14% which is among the best in the Asia-Pacific region. While Metro Manilans get a reprieve because of Angat Dam breaching the targeted year-end level of 212 meters, we cannot remain complacent as the impact of a scorching El Nino still looms for next year. We cannot thus put all our eggs…

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ARMSCOR Global Defense Inc. (AGDI), the leading manufacturer of firearms, ammunition and defense products in the Philippines and one of the largest in Asia, opened its 19th Tactical, Survival and Arms (TACS) Expo with a strong call for a self-reliant defense posture (SRDP) program that would develop a local defense industry to lessen the country’s dependence on foreign suppliers for the defense requirements of its armed services. Expressing his support for the Self-Reliant Defense Posture Revitalization Act or Senate Bill 2455, AGDI president and CEO Martin Tuason recalled a period…

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(L-R): Acclaimed fashion designer Lesley Mobo, Bench founder Ben Chan, Cultural Center of the Philippines President Margie Moran-Floirendo, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, SM Investments Vice Chairperson Tessie Sy-Coson, Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, SM Supermalls President Steven Tan, and celebrated fashion designer Joey Samson It was a festive, star-studded evening in celebration of Filipino heritage and fashion at the very first Paskong TernoCon 2023 at SM Aura. A joint project of SM Supermalls, Bench/Lifestyle + Clothing, and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), the inaugural Paskong TernoCon marked a…

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The Christmas season is a time to shop, eat, drink, be merry, and—inevitably—spend. While the expenses ramp up during this time, we’ve got your back with exclusive discounts and rewards via your UnionBank Credit Card. 12.12 DEALS 1. Lazada: P500 OFF About to check out? Get P500 off your cart with a minimum purchase of P5,000. Enjoy the discount with the voucher code: 500LAZ12. Valid for one-time use on December 12, 2023 only. 2. Shopee: P400 OFF Whether you’re shopping for essentials or gifts on Shopee, you can enjoy a…

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METRO MANILA – BingoPlus, the first and only live streaming bingo in the Philippines, along with ArenaPlus, your 24/7 sports betting app in the country, delivered a fun and entertaining week both on-stage and online – as it presented the recently concluded concert of the young P-Pop boy group ALAMAT, titled “Dagundong,” and the debut concert of ‘All-Out Sundays (AOS)’ vocal queens concert, “Queendom Live” – along with the competitive online tournament Lupon Civil War Reborn League DOTA 2 2023. On December 1, Friday, ALAMAT took the stage at the…

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“Innovation is the driving force behind progress. In the context of the future of work, it involves embracing emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and reimagining traditional processes.” Information and Communications Technology Secretary Ivan John E. Uy made the declaration during the recently concluded Future of Work Conference organized by the Quezon City Government, the first of its kind event held in the country. He also highlighted the need for collaboration between the public and private sectors in order to build a conducive environment for growth and innovation. In his…

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Snag Fantastic Tech Gears from Cyberzone throughout December 2023! ‘Tis the season to #FeelTheCyberThrill once more and win #TechAssured prizes from Cyberzone. The Cyberzone Gadget Craze is back where you can get a chance to win exciting gadgets perfect to start the new year with. Running from Dec 2 to 31, 2023, to earn one raffle entry, you can join the raffle program just by spending accumulated receipts of 500 pesos at any Cyberzone establishment nationwide or via the SM Malls Online app. The best news is…that there are so…

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The heads of delegations and members of renowned international dance companies from Austria, Indonesia, Poland, South Korea, Spain, and the Philippines participate in the opening ceremony of the 17th Fiesta Folkloriada, a showcase of global dance performances. Cultural diversity and artistic brilliance were showcased as the 17th Fiesta Folkloriada commenced at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall last December 4, featuring vibrant performances from renowned dance companies across the globe, namely Austria, Indonesia, Poland, South Korea, Spain, and the Philippines. The event is in collaboration between SM Supermalls, the…

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PHILIPPINES – In the midst of intensifying competition within the online gaming industry, BingoPlus once again asserts its leadership by introducing a groundbreaking Big Client Service System, aiming to provide players with an even more exceptional gaming experience. The Big Client Service System is a BingoPlus initiative that aims to further solidify its leadership in the Philippine online gaming market, providing players with more comprehensive and personalized services. As an industry innovator, the brand continues to strive to create exhilarating gaming experiences by offering premium features that cater to the…

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