Milan, Italy — Chinese tech giant Alibaba Group has transformed one of Milan’s most iconic public squares into a futuristic playground of artificial intelligence, debuting “Alibaba Wonder on Ice” (AWI) at Piazza del Castello Sforzesco in the lead-up to the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Set against the historic walls of Sforza…
Global health and beauty powerhouse AS Watson is accelerating its sustainability drive, unveiling a strengthened commitment to cut virgin plastic use in its own-brand packaging by 21 percent by 2030, using 2022 as its baseline year. The enhanced target, formally aligned with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Global Commitment 2030, underscores the retailer’s push to advance…
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) has welcomed the continued designation of Department of Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go as the administration’s economic czar under Executive Order No. 108, calling it a decisive move to sharpen policy coordination, streamline investment promotion, and enhance the country’s overall competitiveness. Under EO 108, Secretary Go will…
(Photos supplied by the BIR) The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), working hand in hand with the Philippine National Police and backed by the Department of the Interior and Local Government, launched a sweeping, coordinated enforcement operation on February 9, 2026, targeting the illegal cigarette trade across multiple regions nationwide. Armed with verified intelligence reports,…
PARTNERSHIP FOR SMART METERING SOLUTIONS. Meralco and Aclara Meters Philippines, Inc. signed an agreement for the supply of smart meters that will support the distribution utility’s Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Program. In photo are (L-R) Aclara Meters Philippines Inc. President and General Manager Waldo Darvin, Hubbell Inc. Grid Automation Division President Erik Christian, Meralco Executive…
In a spectacle that blurred the lines between politics, celebrity, and high-stakes bidding, the Bureau of Customs’ third public auction of the Discaya couple’s seized luxury vehicles drew an unexpected twist: television icon Willie Revillame signaled interest in joining the fray. The auction, held at the Bureau of Customs in Port Area, Manila, featured eight…
The prospect of a Philippines–United States free trade agreement is back on the table, but Manila appears in no rush to seize it as both sides navigate a shifting global tariff landscape shaped by Washington’s renewed protectionist push.\ Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez said the US government had conveyed its openness…
The Philippine government is not closing the door on a potential multibillion-dollar deal to acquire 20 advanced fighter jets from the United States, even as fiscal realities temper expectations for an immediate purchase. Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez confirmed that Manila remains open to procuring 20 Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon…
JRS Express’ Gerard Payaoan, General Manager; Jose Jaime Claparols, Assistant Vice President; and John Paul Claparols, Vice President, with Palawan Group’s Lisa Castro-Sabado, Chief Business Development Officer; Third Librea, Chief Executive Officer and President of PalawanPay; and Missy Baldemor, Palawan for Business Head. Palawan Group of Companies and JRS Express have partnered to roll out…
Craving that signature Ihaw-Sarap in the middle of a busy workday? Planning a spontaneous family salu-salo? Or simply rewarding yourself after a long week? Mang Inasal is making it easier than ever to bring your favorites straight to your doorstep with the launch of its newly revamped delivery app. Built for speed, simplicity, and savings,…