Sun Life Global Solutions Philippines Secures Triple Honors at the Asia CEO Awards 2025

In a celebration of purpose, leadership, and people at the heart of transformation, Sun Life Global Solutions (SLGS) Philippines, the global capability center of insurance and asset management leader Sun Life, has entered the Circle of Excellence in three categories: Top Employer of the Year, Diversity Company of the Year, and Woman Leader of the Year at the 16th Asia CEO Awards 2025.

Visa readies banks for expansion of digital payments in other train lines with urban mobility workshop

Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, is gearing up for the expansion of automated, contactless fare systems to other train lines in partnership with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC). Through a workshop on smart mobility, Visa and RCBC shared solutions and best practices for issuers on managing digital payments for various modes of transit, particularly urban rail. 

Pokwang backs Senator Bam Aquino’s position on making SALNs available to the public

“Tama po Sen. Bam Aquino, dapat talaga isapubliko ang SALN ng mga opisyal ng gobyerno, pero unahin muna sa isapubliko ang pagdinig sa ICI para makuha ang tiwala ng tao na bugbog na.” Award-winning actress, comedienne, performer and host Pokwang expressed her full support for Senator Bam Aquino’s statement welcoming the public disclosure of the Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) of government officials.

DOH cuts Herbosa comment on Facebook Live

While inspecting a Super Health Center (SHC) in Marikina City, Herbosa was heard in a live TV interview seemingly trying to dodge blame when he said, “At least tayo ang nag-expose. It's better na tayo nag-expose kaysa tayo ma-expose. Bahala na sila magpaliwanag.” However, the DOH cut Sec. Herbosa’s comment short in its Facebook Live broadcast.

Strengthening Food Security Through Local Wisdom

Across many parts of Asia, flavor is not just a matter of taste; it is a legacy, an identity, and a reflection of the human connection to nature. In Southeast Asia, the rich spices and traditional cooking techniques passed down through generations thrive due to the abundance of local food sources, including forests, fields, rice paddies, and rivers. However, climate change and the exploitation of natural resources are now threatening the continued availability of these local food sources.