Mary Sy

OPM rap icon Gloc-9 joins GameZone to introduce ‘Tara G!’, a new song celebrating Filipino togetherness

Gloc-9 and GameZone bring the familiar Filipino invitation “Tara G!” into music in a new worldwide release. On October 30, 2026, OPM rap icon Gloc-9 gives that familiar Filipino invitation a new sound with the worldwide release of “Tara G!”, a collaboration with GameZone inspired by friendship, shared experiences, and the Filipino spirit of samahan….

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Allianz employees raise ₱350,000 with company match for Mindanao families

For families rebuilding after the earthquake in Mindanao, recovery continues long after the headlines fade. It means finding ways to put nutritious food on the table, care for a newborn, and restore the routines that make daily life feel secure. Moved by the challenges these families continue to face, employees of Allianz PNB Life (Allianz)…

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CIBI wins ACES recognition as trusted data opens doors for more Filipinos

For Filipinos entering the formal financial system, building a credit profile can be an important step toward greater financial opportunity. Helping make that possible is central to CIBI Information Inc.’s work—a mission recognized at the ACES Awards 2026, where it was named among Asia’s Most Influential Companies. The recognition marks a milestone in CIBI’s evolution…

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Beyond the refill, PUREAL brings a fresh approach to everyday drinking water

Siblings Vince Ngo (left), President and Managing Director, and Venice Ngo (right), Co-Founder and Growth Director of Visionary Grand Corp., lead PUREAL Philippines with a shared vision of empowering Filipino households and businesses to make informed choices about their drinking water. Through modern water filtration technology, they aim to make access to clean, safe, and…

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Highballs, happy hours, and halloween: Your October night out starts at Araneta City

Some of the best nights begin with a simple message: “Dinner and drinks?” This October, Araneta City gives friends and workmates plenty of reasons to say yes. With more than 350 food outlets, Oktoberfest-inspired drink deals, and a Halloween party above the city streets, the choices stretch from a quick after-office catch-up to an evening…

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A taste of home, a reason to celebrate: Meet the chefs behind Grand Westside Manila Bay

Before the first guests arrived at Grand Westside Manila Bay, a different kind of welcome was already taking shape in its kitchens. Recipes were being tested, menus refined and a culinary team assembled around a shared ambition: to give guests meals worth remembering. Today, that work continues through Executive Chef Christopher “Chris” Lugtu, Executive Sous…

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Less paperwork, more possibilities: UnionBank earns double honors for digital wealth management

Building wealth begins with a plan. Getting the right support to put that plan into action should be just as straightforward. For customers preparing for retirement, growing their investments or securing their family’s future, lengthy onboarding can delay that first step. UnionBank of the Philippines is simplifying the process by combining digital registration with access…

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Creativity that delivers: GIGIL leads Philippine agencies at 2026 APAC Effies

Bold ideas earn attention. Turning that attention into business results earns an Effie—and GIGIL has added two more to its collection. The independent Filipino creative agency emerged as the Philippines’ top performer at the 2026 Asia Pacific Effie Awards, winning one Gold and one Bronze for campaigns recognized for their marketing effectiveness. Jiang Nan Hotpot…

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Meet the kitchen heroes who turned fried chicken into a winning craft

Behind every crisp, golden piece of fried chicken is a crew member working to get it right. For three McDonald’s Philippines employees, that everyday dedication has earned them a new title—Chicken Legend. Michael Gomez of McDonald’s Quezon Ave.-Ligaya, Ken Eirod Toribio of McDonald’s San Vicente San Pedro, and Rowel Jhan Dave Limbago of McDonald’s Davao…

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