Sen. Bam Aquino Secures Top Favorability Spot for Third Straight Quarter in New Survey

Senator Bam Aquino has topped the Publicus Asia PAHAYAG survey for the third consecutive quarter, securing a 57 percent net favorable rating driven largely by his legislative work in education and economic relief. The poll also highlights that 60 percent of voters view him as an independent-minded leader, reinforcing his strong public support following a historic education budget expansion and his calls for transparency in government.

Building a Sustainable Local Cacao Business: Lessons from a Women-Led Village Enterprise

Chocolate fever is sweeping the globe. From the rise of premium chocolate trends in Europe to the viral "Dubai chocolate" phenomenon on social media, cacao has once again ascended as a high-value commodity. Yet cacao is far from a new crop in the Philippines. Introduced during the Spanish colonial period, it has long been woven into Filipino culture through traditional products such as tablea and tsokolate de batirol. Today, chocolate is no longer just a confectionery staple, it is a premium product that reflects origin, craftsmanship, and sustainability.

The Blueprint for Brain Gain: How Dr. Sampedro’s Industry 4.0 Work and DOST’s Balik Scientist Successes are Transforming the Philippines

The DOST Balik Scientist Program continues to drive national transformation, highlighted by Dr. Gabriel Sampedro’s successful six-month collaboration with DOST–MIRDC to advance Industry 4.0 automation and smart manufacturing capabilities. DOST Undersecretary Leah J. Buendia notes that while selection criteria remain rigorous, returning experts are delivering massive real-world economic impacts, ranging from commercializing university health products on Shopee and Lazada to developing critical livestock vaccines. By bridging global expertise with local academic and commercial sectors, this brain-gain initiative successfully turns advanced research into immediate national progress.

Globe unit m360 brings digital skills training, free surgeries to rural folk in Naic, Cavite

Globe Telecom unit m360, in partnership with the Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement (PRRM) and World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), kicked off its Digital for Good: From Farm to Chat initiative in Naic, Cavite as part of its mission to boost the livelihood of farmers and fisherfolk through digital literacy workshops and health care support.

Samsung Galaxy A27 5G Brings an Immersive Display and Awesome Intelligence to More Users

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. launches Galaxy A27 5G, a device that refines everyday mobile use with an immersive display, reliable performance and thoughtfully integrated AI features. Building on the popular Galaxy A26 5G, Galaxy A27 5G introduces meaningful enhancements that make the experience easier and more intuitive for more users.

Chippy Corn Tubes: The New Snack Bringing Friends Together

To make hangouts even more exciting, Chippy launched a new twist to their classic corn chip snack - Chippy Corn Tubes Sweet BBQ. Chippy Corn Tubes features a unique, tube-shaped chip that is light and crunchy, with a delicious Sweet Barbecue flavour. Its sweet-savory barbecue goodness and satisfying crunch can add an exciting twist to even the simplest hangouts, making shared snacking moments more enjoyable and memorable.