More Marikeños are turning to bicycles for mobility, with the number of cyclists recorded in Marikina City surging by 157 percent to 29,245 this year from 11,363 in 2025, according to the Bike Count conducted by the Marikina City Bikeways Office.
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Sponty Plans Are Winning— Here’s Why Filipinos Are Ditching Group Chat Planning
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.
Understanding VinFast’s New Residual Value Guarantee Program
VinFast has introduced a Residual Value Guarantee Program for buyers in the Philippines. This is the first program of its kind in the country’s electric vehicle market, underscoring VinFast’s role as a brand leading the charge toward smarter, more secure EV ownership. The company describes it as a way to give customers confidence in the long-term value of an electric vehicle. Here is a detailed look at how the program works and what it means for Filipino buyers.
Visa advances tourism and financial inclusion with contactless MRT-3 payments
Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, is driving economic growth and promoting tourism and financial inclusion in the Philippines with the launch of automated, contactless fare collection systems across Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3). This modernization initiative, in partnership with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and industry collaborators, marks Visa’s third major transit project in the country and will benefit over 350,000 daily commuters.
Visa contactless payments are now live at MRT-3 stations
Passengers can now simply tap their Visa credit, debit, or prepaid card, or any Visa-enabled mobile device, directly at the turnstiles. This rollout is part of Visa’s continued support for open-loop transit systems in the Philippines, in partnership with GCash and the Department of Transportation.
Jobstreet by SEEK’s sister company, WorkAbroad.ph, teams up with 2GO Travel, aims to equip 100K maritime students with immersive learning
Jobstreet by SEEK’s sister company, WorkAbroad.ph, has recently partnered with sea travel company 2GO Travel to launch the "Enrollment to Employment" (E2E) Program, bridging students in maritime, logistics, and cruise-line hospitality to global job opportunities.
Lalamove brings care to lolos and lolas, allowing users to donate loyalty points to Coalition of Services of the Elderly
Lalamove, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the Philippines, is rolling out its latest Deliver Care initiative, ElderCare on the MOVE, with a mission to bring smiles and support to elderly communities across Asia Lalamove partnered with.
Plan Your Next Summer Getaway with These Travel-Friendly PH Destinations
Whether you are a balikbayan seeking to reconnect with your roots or a foreign tourist eager to explore the local hotspots and hidden gems, one thing’s for sure: the Philippines is the place to be this summer.
#DeliveryHeroKoTo: How MSMEs Can Show Appreciation for Lalamove Drivers’ Dedication
Lalamove invites business owners of all sizes to join the celebration by sharing their stories of exceptional service. To participate, simply post a screenshot of your Favourite Driver from the Lalamove app on your Facebook or Instagram account, detailing good driver qualities – like being on time, delivering with care, and being respectful – performed by a Lalamove partner driver. Don't forget to include the hashtag #DeliveryHeroKoTo.
Beating the holiday rush: Here’s how 3 business owners winged it this season with these “delivery hacks”
Christmas is upon us, and you know what that means: traffic, crowded malls, with everyone rushing to buy gifts and prepare for parties. For business owners, this season is great news, but the heightened demand for products and services can be a double-edged sword. But three business owners are ready to face the holiday rush. …
