Category: SPECIAL FEATURE

(L-R): Meta Vertical Lead Gino Pineda, SM Supermalls’ President Steven Tan, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Director for Economic Development and Governance Eric Florimon-Reed, CitizenWatch Co-Lead Convener Kit Belmonte, Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac, Meta Head for Public Policy Claire Amador, Bayan Academy Chairman Jay Bernardo, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Cybersecurity Advocacy and Events Lead Christine Apple Pre, Meta Head of Asia-Pacific (APAC) Policies and Campaigns Shanti Alexander, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Bryant Fernandez, and Department of Trade and Industry…

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The Philippine Chamber of Telecommunications Operators (PCTO) warns the public about the increasing threat posed by spoofed SMS, urging mobile phone users to exercise heightened vigilance to combat this sophisticated scam. Spoofing is a technique where fraudsters impersonate SMS channels to deceive recipients. The practice has seen a marked rise, especially in Metro Manila, with the strict implementation of SIM registration last year to combat SMS fraud. For instance, customers have reported incidents in which messages, imitating sender IDs of telcos and banks, entice them with fraudulent links to redeem…

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Congratulations to Irha Mel Alfeche of Matanao, Davao del Sur who was crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2024. She will represent the country in Miss Earth 2024. Irha is 24, stands 5’8” and is a Special Needs Education Graduate. Her elemental court includes: #Air – Feliz Clareianne Thea Recentes of Sindangan, Zamboanga del Norte #Water – Samantha Dana Bug-os of Baco, Oriental Mindoro #Fire – Kia Labiano of Titay, Zamboanga Sibugay #EcoTourism – Ira Patricia Malaluan of Batangas City #MissPhilippinesEarth2024 #MissPhilippinesEarth2024Heritage Held at Municipality of Talakag, Province of Bukidno 767

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At present, parents take a more compassionate approach in responding to their children. In a world where a parent’s love knows no bounds, SM Supermalls, alongside BDO Remit, Toy Kingdom, and Goldilocks, is proud to celebrate Mother’s Day by honoring all caregivers – moms, single parents, and beyond – who strive to raise kinder children. Studies show that millennials are redefining parenthood by opting for a gentler, less traditional approach. They focus on empathy and communication, nurturing a strong emotional bond with their children. However, while methods between generations may…

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The City of Caloocan is a first-class highly-urbanized city divided into two distinctive clusters, south and north. South Caloocan is bordered by Manila, Quezon City, Malabon, Navotas and Valenzuela, and is home to two SM Supermalls. North Caloocan, on the other hand, shares its border with Quezon City, Valenzuela, Marilao, Meycauayan, and the City of San Jose del Monte Bulacan. SM City Caloocan, SM Prime Holdings Inc.’s 86th Supermall in the country and the third one in Caloocan, opens its doors to the public on May 17, 2024. SM City…

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Leading the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC)’s Job Opportunities Building Skills (J.O.B.S.) initiative are SM Investments Corporation (SMIC) Vice Chairperson Teresita Sy-Coson (fifth from right), SM Foundation Executive Director Deborah Sy (fourth from left) with from left: Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Chairman George Barcelon, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma, Jobstreet by SEEK Managing Director Dannah Majarocon, Special Assistant to the President for Investments and Economic Affairs Frederick Go, Magsaysay Group of Companies President Doris Magsaysay-Ho, Ayala Corporation Lead Independent Director Rizalina Mantaring, Go…

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The rapid growth of food and beverages (F&B) industry, spur the packaging and printing product innovations.International-scale exhibitions organizer Krista Exhibitions is back to hold ALLPack Indonesia 2024 will be held in conjunction with AllPrint Indonesia Expo 2024 at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) center in Kemayoran, Jakarta, from Oct. 09 to 12. The 23nd ALLPack Indonesia 2024 will showcase processing and packaging technology for food, beverages, biscuits, confectionary, pharmaceutical products/drugs, traditional herbal drinks, cosmetics, personal care, beauty, agriculture, electronics, coolers and other related industries. Krista Exhibitions Chief Executive Officer Daud…

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[Makati City, May 2024] – Dr. Angela Pineda, a leading figure in the skincare and haircare industry, proudly announces a strategic partnership with renowned celebrities Elle Villanueva, Derrick Monasterio, Jeric Gonzales, Kelley Day, Sofia Pablo, and Allen Ansay. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Dr. Pineda’s mission to revolutionize the beauty and wellness landscape by providing individuals and celebrities with access to unparalleled skincare and haircare expertise. With a steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation, Dr. Angela Pineda has garnered a reputation for delivering tailored solutions that prioritize the…

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Globe welcomes significant progress in the Senate on bills to strengthen the country’s 26-year-old Intellectual Property Code (IPC) and combat online content piracy through site-blocking measures. A Senate committee level hearing wrapped up on April 29, paving the way for a Technical Working Group to convene and start working on the details of the proposal. This development marks a major step forward in Globe’s long-standing #PlayItRight advocacy to help promote and protect the country’s P1.6-trillion creative industry from the damaging effects of piracy. “We laud the Senate for recognizing the…

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