A 2024 study by Ipsos found that 80% of Filipinos prefer to live in the present, reflecting a mindset that values flexibility and making the most out of everyday moments. And increasingly, that mindset is shaping how we socialize, too.
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Tropical Transformation: How Bananas Are Fueling Innovation and Empowerment in Southeast Asia
More than just a global celebration, World Banana Day highlights how Southeast Asia was a pioneer in turning bananas into a tool for innovation and empowerment. In the Philippines, the banana serves as a symbol of resilience and resourcefulness, famously exemplified by Maria Orosa’s wartime invention of banana ketchup.
IBMATA CEO Sharon Ayley to Meet Immigration Commissioner to Discuss Pressing Issues in Security
Last Tuesday, April 7, the Philippines’ fight against human trafficking moves to the boardroom as International Border Management and Technologies Association (IBMATA) CEO Sharon Ayley meets with BI Commissioner Anthony Viado. The high-level talks come at a critical time as the Bureau seeks more robust methods to secure the nation’s borders against traffickers and various emerging security threats.
From Sabah to Quezon City: The Successful Launch of Chunk and Dunk’s First Global Branch
The wait is finally over as Sabah’s viral sensation, Chunk & Dunk, makes its historic international debut at Eastwood Mall in Quezon City. The grand opening felt more like a high-energy festival than a launch, with crowds eager to experience the legendary buttery crunch of Malaysia’s best-selling croffles. Far beyond the social media hype, the Philippine branch delivered on every promise, serving up that signature croissant-waffle fusion that has local foodies instantly hooked and lining up for seconds. This isn't just a new snack in town—it's the official arrival of a regional favorite, and one bite is all the proof you need.
From one unforgettable purchase to a local franchise: How Chunk & Dunk got in the Philippines
You don't need to fly to Malaysia and stand in line to get the trending croffles as CHUNK AND DUNK will have its first international branch in the Philippines at Eastwood City, opening on April 5!
A Vision in White: Couture Studio Celebrates a Year of Setting the Beauty Standard
White, clean, and undeniably elegant: Couture Studio celebrated its first year exactly how it treats its craft. A year of beauty is officially in the books, marking 365 days of transforming not just how people look, but how they feel. In the heart of BGC, this anniversary confirms that Couture Studio’s signature 'glow-up' is here to stay.
InnoVision 2026 Campus Series Highlights the Effective and Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The International Conference Series on Next-Gen Technologies and Innovation (InnoVision) is now in its second year. It has launched a new series called InnoVision 2026 Campus Series, which aims to train students and educators in Generative AI skills, strengthenindustry-academe collaboration, provide international exposure to Filipino learners, build innovation pathways for startups and researchers, and expand partnerships across ASEAN universities. It continues to grow into one of the country’s most progressive technology upskilling initiatives, gathering more than 1,000 students and faculty across five partner campuses through a combination of conference sessions and Generative AI certification workshops.
Beautéderm’s Lucky Three: Beautederm Celebrates Third Lunar New Year at HQ
Everyone’s in a celebratory mood at the Chinese New Year celebration of Beautederm Corporation at their Headquarters in Angeles, Pampanga. Not just because of the holiday being celebrated, but also because it has become a tradition for the “Beautederm Babies” to gather and socialize, much like a family reunion (the good ones). What started as a simple gathering has officially evolved into a beloved corporate tradition, symbolizing the brand’s deep-rooted gratitude and its vision for a shimmering future.
Bambi Moreno ready to take the challenge of becoming the kontrabida
There hasn’t been any transwoman villain in Philippine entertainment herstory. Maybe because most stories of trans people, or people from the LGBTQIA+ community, are about oppression, about rising up to the challenges and being the bigger person amidst the discrimination and cruelty. But for Bambi Moreno, it’s time for stories that champion strong LGBTQIA+ characters, …
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Holiday Traffic Is Quietly Raising Our Carbon Footprint — Here are 5 Reasons Going Electric Matters
This season is the perfect moment to rethink how we move. Here are five ways the holiday rush highlights the need for electric mobility, and how an electric vehicle (EV) like VinFast’s is shaping a cleaner, more sustainable future.
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