Chinabank welcomes the Year of the Dragon with Michelle Dee as brand ambassador

CHINABANK has signed up its first ever brand ambassador, the reigning Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Marquez Dee. The collaboration was formalized on February 14, 2024 at the Chinabank head office in Makati City. The beauty queen, actress, host, athlete, and model is a fitting and inspiring representative for Chinabank. Michelle, who has won the hearts… Read More Chinabank welcomes the Year of the Dragon with Michelle Dee as brand ambassador

A Scholarship with 360 Support: Get to know the SM Foundation’s College Scholarship Program

THE SM Foundation, known for its commitment to empowering the Filipino youth, opens its SM College Scholarship application once again, offering a 360 support system for deserving students from low-income households. Established by SM Group founder Henry Sy, Sr., the said education program goes beyond financial assistance. It provides a holistic experience that nurtures dreams,… Read More A Scholarship with 360 Support: Get to know the SM Foundation’s College Scholarship Program

USS Manchester completes maintenance in Subic Bay

SUBIC BAY – Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Manchester (LCS 14) completed her routine scheduled maintenance in Subic Bay, Philippines Feb. 17, 2024, at Naval Operating Base Subic. Conducting maintenance overseas for rotationally deployed warships extends their ability to remain on station and accomplish missions in the region. In Manchester’s case, the close partnership between… Read More USS Manchester completes maintenance in Subic Bay

LGUs get ₱178-M revenue shares from SBMA

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Eight local government units located near the Subic Bay Freeport received a total of ₱178 million in revenue shares from the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA). SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said the shares are intended to augment local resources and enable stakeholder communities to benefit from the… Read More LGUs get ₱178-M revenue shares from SBMA

BCDA pitches sustainability projects to UK gov’t, firms

THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) sought the support of the United Kingdom (UK) government and UK-based investors for the financing and implementation of two major sustainability projects in New Clark City.  Joining a contingent of Philippine government officials during the recent UK Familiarisation Visit on Financing and Delivering Sustainable Infrastructure Projects, the BCDA… Read More BCDA pitches sustainability projects to UK gov’t, firms

Cebu Pacific, UNICEF raise ₱91 million for vulnerable Filipino children  

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB) demonstrates its unwavering commitment to empowering and uplifting the lives of vulnerable Filipino girls and boys as its in-flight fundraising campaign, Change for Good, has now reached ₱ 91 million in donations since its launch in 2016.  Change for Good, a joint initiative between UNICEF Philippines and CEB, aims to convert the spare change of passengers into life-saving… Read More Cebu Pacific, UNICEF raise ₱91 million for vulnerable Filipino children  

Aliño, Ebdane grace opening of floating library in Subic

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño and Zambales Board Member Jun Rundstedt Ebdane graced the formal opening of the floating library MV Doulos Hope at the Riviera Wharf here on Tuesday. Doulos Hope Captain Tom Dyer and Director Nathan Schmutz welcomed Aliño and Ebdane, as well as Olongapo City… Read More Aliño, Ebdane grace opening of floating library in Subic

Gov. Ebdane urges calm amid bomb scare

By Henry Empeño | February 12, 2024 IBA, Zambales — Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. called on government officials and residents to remain calm and not over-react, as a bomb threat sent via email caused panic in several provinces in Central Luzon, resulting in classes and work suspension in some schools and government offices on Monday, February… Read More Gov. Ebdane urges calm amid bomb scare

CAKES AND FLOWERS: TIMELESS TOKENS OF LOVE AT SM

While gestures of love continue to evolve through time, the traditional way of giving cakes and flowers remains one of the most timeless and sweetest means of expressing one’s affection. To keep the love alive, SM City Olongapo Central shares some tips on specialty cakes and flowers you can give your dearest this Valentine’s Day.… Read More CAKES AND FLOWERS: TIMELESS TOKENS OF LOVE AT SM

Cebu Pacific welcomes first aircraft delivery for 2024

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, maintains its efforts in strengthening its operational resiliency and addressing air travel demand as it welcomed its first aircraft delivery for the year. The aircraft – an Airbus 320ceo – arrived on February 9 at Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila from Chengdu, China. It is the… Read More Cebu Pacific welcomes first aircraft delivery for 2024