Senator Bam Aquino’s proposed measure to lower the Value-Added Tax (VAT) on Monday was featured in a segment of ABS-CBN’s noontime program "It's Showtime."
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Ivana Alawi praises Brilliant Skin for employing PWDs
Actress and content creator Ivana Alawi praised Brilliant Skin Essentials Inc., owned by skincare and beauty mogul Glenda Dela Cruz, better known as “Miss Glenda," for promoting inclusivity by hiring persons with disabilities (PWDs) as part of its workforce of over 1,000 employees.
Philippines Joins First-Ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia, Bangkok Named Host City
The Philippines is confirmed to participate in the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026, with Bangkok, Thailand, set to host the Grand Final on 14 November 2026. For the Philippines, participation highlights the country’s strong music culture and positions Filipino talent on a wider regional platform.
Broadcast Journalist Ces Drilon Impressed with SM – Iloilo City Partnership for Redevelopment
Veteran broadcast journalist Ces Oreña Drilon was impressed with the partnership between SM and the Iloilo City government in the redevelopment of the city’s Terminal Market and Central Market, calling it a strong example of how collaboration between the private sector and local government can deliver meaningful results for communities.
LUXE: Crown Asia Unveils a New Standard of Upscale Living Across North and Central Luzon
Crown Asia continues its expansion across North and Central Luzon at LUXE: Living in Unrivalled Elegance, an exclusive event where cultural immersion, gastronomy, and vision converged to express upscale living. Held at The Granary in Pampanga, the sensorial experience embodied Crown Asia’s structure, style, and sophistication. A 270-degree panoramic LED stage transformed the venue into a first-class cabin, transporting attendees through stopovers inspired by scenes from Europe and South America, global design influences that shape its signature communities.
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.
Jobstreet’s SEEK Pass launches IELTS and PTE verification, helping job seekers showcase English proficiency
SEEK today announced the launch of English proficiency verification on SEEK Pass, its verified credential passport, across the Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand.
Marikina restaurant offers free ‘merienda’ to PUV drivers, delivery riders
Stepping up anew to help people in need, a Marikina City-based restaurant is offering free snacks this week for public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers and delivery riders as a means of easing their financial burden amid the oil crisis.
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.
