USA cheeses hit their stride as training and partnerships deepen in the Philippines

The USA Cheese Guild gathered experts in the culinary and trade sectors in an effort to bridge the gap in the rising demand for U.S. Dairy Momentum is building for American dairy in the Philippines, and the USA Cheese Guild is moving to meet that surge by expanding its training programs and industry partnerships nationwide….

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Buyers rush to Bocuae as fireworks prices soar

A massive “fireworks frenzy” gripped Bocaue, Bulacan, the nation’s pyrotechnics capital as shoppers scramble to grab what’s left of the thinning supplies just hours before the New Year countdown. Despite a noticeable spike in prices, the crowds aren’t backing down. Popular noisemakers like sawa and kwitis are reportedly flying off the shelves, with vendors warning…

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Small counters, big impact: Epson redefines the modern retail checkout

Retail spaces in the Philippines are getting smarter—and smaller. As shopping habits evolve and mobile payments become the norm, businesses are reimagining checkout areas to be leaner, cleaner, and more flexible. From neighborhood cafés and beauty salons to pop-up stores and compact kiosks, bulky counters are giving way to tablet-based systems designed for speed and…

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American flavors take center stage at Metro Retail’s U.S. food fest

Jacqueline Cano, Vice President of Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc.; Sherisa Nuesa, Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc.; Michael Ward, Agricultural Counselor, U.S Department of-Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, U.S Embassy, Philippines; and Joel Orense, President and Chief Operating Officer of Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc, during the ceremonial launch of…

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DOH orders strict security in hospitals after newborn abductions

The Department of Health (DOH) has ordered all hospitals and health facilities nationwide to implement stricter security protocols following recent reports of newborn abductions. In a memorandum issued Tuesday, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa directed hospital administrators to conduct an immediate review of their security measures to ensure the safety of infants and their mothers.  The…

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