Category: SPECIAL FEATURE

UnionBank continues to raise the bar in digital innovation to empower customers with faster financial access through its enhanced Personal Loan—providing funds in as fast as five minutes upon approval, the fastest turnaround time among traditional banks.”* Designed to meet the needs of today’s fast-paced lifestyles, UnionBank’s fully digital loan process gives customers access to fast, flexible financing for major milestones — from upgrading their dream home, pursuing higher education, making home improvements, to supporting a growing family — anytime and anywhere. The Fastest Way to Fund Your Dreams UnionBank…

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L-R: Angelo Jayno, Business Unit Head, WorkAbroad.ph; Dan Majaracon, Managing Director – Philippines, Jobstreet by SEEK; Francis Chua, Business Unit Head, 2GO Travel; Sherlyn Chua, Senior Sales Manager, 2GO Travel. Manila, Philippines, May 21, 2025 — Students pursuing careers in maritime, logistics, or cruise-line hospitality now have a powerful new steppingstone to a lucrative employment. 2GO, the Philippines’ largest logistics and sea travel company, has partnered with WorkAbroad.ph, the country’s top overseas job platform, to launch the Enrollment to Employment (E2E) Program—a groundbreaking training and career accelerator that connects academic…

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SM Leaders, ASP organizers and volunteers come together at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, showcasing the strength of community behind the success of the ASP Angels Walk 2025. Nationwide movement champions autism acceptance, accommodation, and appreciation Pasay City, Philippines – The SM Mall of Asia Arena was filled with joy, purpose, and unity as thousands of advocates, families, and individuals on the autism spectrum came together on May 18 for the culminating leg of ASP Angels Walk for Autism 2025. Organized and led by the Autism Society Philippines (ASP)…

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This partnership marks the beginning of New Rides and New Possibilities, with motorcycle installment deals now available in nearly 180 KServico stores across Metro Manila and Luzon Quezon City, Philippines – For many Filipinos, a motorcycle is more than just a mode of transportation—it represents an opportunity to improve their quality of life. Whether used for work, family needs, or personal freedom, motorcycles offer a practical and affordable solution to everyday mobility needs. Yet for many, the challenge of securing financing has kept that goal just out of reach. Now,…

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The Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation concluded Day 2 of HOPE Summit 2.0: Sustaining Hope, Empowering Generations with a heartfelt Partners Appreciation Dinner at the Unilab Bayanihan Center. The event united donors, advocates, and volunteers to celebrate their commitment to bringing education and opportunity to underserved communities. Among the esteemed honorees was Dr. Angela Pineda, President of Dermclinic. She was presented with a Plaque of Appreciation in recognition of her unwavering support and active role as one of the Foundation’s trusted partners and ambassadors. Dr. Anton Lim, Co-founder and CEO…

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Skin Manila, a premier luxury skincare clinic, proudly launches its newest campaign: “Today is the Right Time to Pamper Yourself.” With this inspiring message, Skin Manila invites everyone to make time for self-care and embrace the confidence that comes with being clean, radiant, and beautiful every single day. In a fast-paced world, self-care often takes a backseat. Skin Manila believes it’s time to change that. As a trusted destination for top-tier beauty treatments, the clinic offers more than skincare. Clients’ experience will always be service de luxe, where they are…

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Handwoven crafts from select regions showcased at Gateway Mall 1 this May 16 to 18 Our handwoven crafts carry the rich story of our culture. Every thread carries the collective memory of our people, shaped by our experience and heritage, passed on through generations to tell the tales of our race. Each piece reflects an identity, connecting the past with the present through colors, patterns, and techniques that showcase a particular legacy. This May, traditional woven handicrafts will take centerstage at Habi Fiesta!, a three-day celebration of culture organized by…

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Together, let’s save our endangered wildlife, including the Philippine eagle, pangolin, pawikan, dugong, cockatoo, and tamaraw! Merchandise supporting this cause is available in select Kultura and Toy Kingdom branches: SM Podium, SM Mall of Asia, SM Aura, SM North EDSA, and SM Makati. Proceeds from these purchases will directly benefit the Save From Extinction campaign. SM Supermalls, in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), proudly launches the Save from Extinction Project — a nationwide awareness and conservation initiative to protect the Philippines’ most threatened species. Join…

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If there’s one thing that binds Asian culture together, it’s how our legacy and tradition are preserved through food. From the careful sourcing of ingredients to the creativity and innovation in preparation, Asian cuisines are truly made to be extraordinary. SM Supermalls upholds this by delivering Taiwanese, Japanese, and Thai excellence to one of the centres of Filipino gastronomy—Pampanga. With the same sense of richness and attention to quality, Ninepot, The Matcha Tokyo, and Purple Rice establish themselves as must-try places at SM City Clark and SM City Pampanga! Ninepot—Quality…

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