Category: SPECIAL FEATURE

Quezon City, Philippines — Mounting evidence of widespread unauthorized operations and overboarding in the country’s ride-hailing and motorcycle taxi sector has intensified calls for immediate regulatory action, as concerns grow over commuter safety, driver welfare, and platform accountability. Data from the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) show that up to 72% of Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) units around 40,000 out of 56,000 may be operating without proper authority. Experts warn this reflects not just a compliance gap, but a normalization of “colorum” operations within digital transport platforms.…

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With fuel prices continuing to rise, the Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association (MDPPA) encourages riders to adopt simple habits that can help reduce fuel consumption. Whether you use your motorcycle for daily commuting, business, or weekend leisure, small changes can go a long way in making every gasoline liter count. Here are seven practical tips to help improve your motorcycle’s fuel efficiency: Ride Smoothly and Steadily Avoid rapid acceleration and sudden braking. Maintaining a steady speed on open roads and anticipating stops by easing off the throttle early allows the…

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ArenaPlus elevates NBA Playoffs with P100M free-to-play contest MANILA, Philippines — As part of its ongoing NBA Playoffs MVP: Battle for the Most Valuable Predictor campaign, ArenaPlus introduced the ₱100 Million MVP Bracket — another prize pool within the free-to-play prediction contest — bringing bracket-style competition to the NBA Playoffs. Designed for fans who live and breathe the game, the ₱100 Million MVP Bracket puts sports knowledge and instinct to the test, giving participants a chance to win a guaranteed ₱100,000,000 prize by predicting the winners of all Playoffs matchups.…

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What an incredible way to begin its anniversary month, as Gen4Juan brought together partners and supporters for a meaningful fundraising initiative in support of its flagship project, the KaJuan Multipurpose Center in Magallanes, Cavite, through the successful Block Screening of Super Mario Galaxy in SM MOA IMAX, April 11, 2026. The event gathered a growing community of KaJuans united by a shared mission, demonstrating once again the power of collective action in creating lasting impact. Beyond fundraising, the initiative also served as an outreach effort, directly benefiting children of transport…

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ArenaPlus brings Derrick Rose back to Manila Chicago legend and ArenaPlus endorser Derrick Rose arrived in Manila this Friday, April 10, for his second historic event, just seven months after signing with DigiPlus’ flagship sportsbook. This Saturday, April 11, the 37-year-old superstar will grace another exciting ArenaPlus event at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Music Hall at the heart of Pasay City. Upon their arrival in Metro Manila, the Rose family and their team received no less than the absolute best treatment and hospitality that Filipinos—including their ArenaPlus family—could…

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Armscor Shooting Center, Inc. (ASCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of the country’s largest firearms and ammunition manufacturer, Armscor Global Defense Inc. (AGDI), is set to make firearms ownership become more efficient and accessible in the Philippines via its much-anticipated mega sale from April 15 to 18, 2026 at the Armscor Shooting Ranges, Inc. located at Armscor Ave. in Brgy. Fortune, Marikina City. Held in partnership with the Philippine National Police (PNP) Firearms and Explosives Office (FEO), the four-day event will provide qualified buyers with the “Xpress Release” service that will…

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ArenaPlus is bringing Derrick Rose back to Manila Former Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose is set to return to the Philippines for the second time in seven months as his ArenaPlus family welcomes him back for another landmark event on April 11 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall. Coming off a landmark partnership signing last September, Rose will be the top attraction at the Pasay City venue in what promises to be an action-packed afternoon, as fans gear up for the 2026 Playoffs, kicking off on April 15.…

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Mga successful hired-on-the-spot (HOTS) applicants, proud na nag-pose matapos makakuha ng trabaho sa SM Job Fair—patunay kung paano patuloy na nagbibigay ang SM Supermalls ng real at agarang job opportunities para sa mga Pilipino nationwide. Sa panahon ngayon, hindi biro ang paghahanap ng trabaho. Para sa maraming Pilipino, araw-araw na hamon ang makahanap ng maayos at stable na hanapbuhay. Kaya naman sa SM Supermalls, tuloy-tuloy ang pagsasagawa ng Job Fairs sa iba’t ibang mall sa buong bansa—buong taon, hindi lang tuwing Labor Day. Layunin nitong ilapit ang oportunidad sa mga…

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SM Foodcourt always has something to satisfy your food palate. It’s been said time and time again that “food is the ultimate equalizer; it can comfort, heal, spark memories, or bring people together.” Honestly, it’s hard to argue with that. There are definitely days—if not every day—when you just need to find the right taste to match your mood or moment. Some days it’s something savory, other days something saucy, fried, or just familiar enough to really make your day. Now, where do you go to eat, whatever kind of…

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