Filipinos’ satisfaction with Vice President Sara Duterte rose by six points in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from Nov. 24 to 30.

The survey, released on Feb. 10, interviewed 1,200 adults nationwide and found that 54

Filipinos’ satisfaction with Vice President Sara Duterte rose by six points in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from Nov. 24 to 30. The survey, released on Feb. 10, interviewed 1,200 adults nationwide and found that 54

Filipinos’ satisfaction with Vice President Sara Duterte rose by six points in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from Nov. 24 to 30. The survey, released on Feb. 10, interviewed 1,200 adults nationwide and found that 54

Cyberzone made e-waste disposal easy: 14,000+ kg collected through strategic drop-off points

Cyberzone made e-waste disposal easy: 14,000+ kg collected through strategic drop-off points

Good Habits Made Accessible by Cyberzone  Truly embodying the Cyberzone #TechWeLikeZoneWeLove promise, we’re continuing to make responsible tech disposal easy and accessible, right where people already are: inside SM Supermalls.  Cyberzone, in partnership with SM Cares, helps turn e-waste disposal into a simple, safer habit through dedicated drop-off points rolled out nationwide in partnership with Smart Communications and PLDT Home, beginning in June 2024.   Across participating SM Supermalls, these collection bins give mallgoers a clear, accessible place to drop  off old gadgets and broken electronics that are in need of proper disposal. Instead of ending up in drawers  or landfills, […]... Keep on reading: Cyberzone made e-waste disposal easy: 14,000+ kg collected through strategic drop-off points

94 million need cataract surgery, but access lacking – WHO

94 million need cataract surgery, but access lacking – WHO

GENEVA — More than 94 million people suffer from cataracts, but half of them do not have access to the surgery needed to fix it, the World Health Organization said Wednesday. Cataracts — the clouding of the eye’s lens that causes blurred vision and can lead to blindness — are on the rise as populations get older, with age being the main risk factor. “Cataract surgery — a simple, 15-minute procedure — is one of the most cost-effective medical procedures, providing immediate and lasting restoration of sight,” the WHO said. READ: PhilHealth raises benefit packages for cataract surgery, lens implant […]... Keep on reading: 94 million need cataract surgery, but access lacking – WHO

AbaCore unit extends wind exploration deal with PNOC

AbaCore unit extends wind exploration deal with PNOC

MANILA, Philippines — A subsidiary of listed AbaCore Capital Holdings Inc. has extended its partnership with the Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC) to explore the possibility of developing an onshore wind farm in Batangas. Simlong Energy Development Corp. (SEDC) said its partnership with PNOC has been extended until February 2028, allowing both parties to launch more comprehensive data gathering and analysis on a designated Area of Interest inside SEDC’s 142-hectare property in Simlong, Batangas City. Under their agreement, the state-run group would still focus on the wind resources assessment, geo-spatial studies, mapping, techno-economic analysis and forecasting. According to AbaCore Capital, the […]... Keep on reading: AbaCore unit extends wind exploration deal with PNOC

CHAGEE opens 11th PH store at NU MOA with 3-day Tear & Win promo

CHAGEE opens 11th PH store at NU MOA with 3-day Tear & Win promo

Milk tea fans had another reason to head to Mall of Asia as CHAGEE officially opened its 11th store in the Philippines at National University–Mall of Asia. The new branch, which operates daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., marked its launch with a three-day grand opening celebration from February 5 to 7, 2026. As with previous store launches, CHAGEE introduced its signature Tear & Win promo — a staple in the brand’s grand opening events. During the promo period, customers who purchased CHAGEE Fresh Milk Teas were served their drinks in special Large Tear & Win cups. Each cup […]... Keep on reading: CHAGEE opens 11th PH store at NU MOA with 3-day Tear & Win promo

Michelle Yeoh to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Michelle Yeoh to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Malaysian Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome actress Michelle Yeoh to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” said Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez in a statement. Yeoh will be honored with the 2,836th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Feb. 18 at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. She will receive her star in the “Motion Pictures” category in an event with Jon M. Chu and Ang Lee acting as emcees. “Michelle’s extraordinary talent, grace and groundbreaking career […]... Keep on reading: Michelle Yeoh to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Marcos: 'Ghost classroom projects' less likely under LGU oversight

Marcos: 'Ghost classroom projects' less likely under LGU oversight

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday said “ghost classroom projects” are less likely to slip through under local government units (LGUs), citing stricter accountability where officials can be directly confronted by residents. Marcos highlighted the country’s classroom shortage, which has forced schools to implement shifting schedules and hold classes in basketball courts and even under trees. As of December 2025, the Philippines faces a shortage of 145,000 classrooms. READ: DepEd eyeing to tap LGUs in classroom construction projects “How have we allowed this to become such a bad, bad situation? I cannot—I cannot understand,” Marcos said during the […]... Keep on reading: Marcos: 'Ghost classroom projects' less likely under LGU oversight

TRILLION PESO MARCH PART 3

Part three of the "Trillion Peso March" is set on February 25, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the EDSA Revolution.

Caritas Philippines will organize the march, the official social action arm of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the

TRILLION PESO MARCH PART 3 Part three of the "Trillion Peso March" is set on February 25, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the EDSA Revolution. Caritas Philippines will organize the march, the official social action arm of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the

TRILLION PESO MARCH PART 3 Part three of the "Trillion Peso March" is set on February 25, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the EDSA Revolution. Caritas Philippines will organize the march, the official social action arm of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the

MacroAsia unit secures 15-year MCIA lease for aviation services

MacroAsia unit secures 15-year MCIA lease for aviation services

MANILA, Philippines — A wholly-owned unit of Lucio Tan-led MacroAsia Corp. has secured a long-term lease at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), strengthening the group’s footprint in aviation-related services. In a disclosure on Tuesday, MacroAsia said MacroAsia Properties Development Corp. (MAPDC) had signed a contract of lease with the Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA) on Feb. 9 covering a 26,297-square-meter parcel of land located at the MCIA cargo area. READ: MCIA traffic hits all-time high with 1.3M travelers The leased property will be used for aviation-related services. Under the agreement, the lease will run for 15 years and is renewable […]... Keep on reading: MacroAsia unit secures 15-year MCIA lease for aviation services

'Outrage' as LGBTQ Pride flag removed from Stonewall monument

'Outrage' as LGBTQ Pride flag removed from Stonewall monument

NEW YORK — The removal of an LGBTQ rainbow pride flag from the United States’ most prominent gay monument after new rules issued by the Trump administration sparked an outcry and a noisy protest on Tuesday. The removal of a large rainbow flag from the Stonewall National Monument in New York followed a January 21 memo from the federally run National Park Service responsible for the heritage site. It banned the flying of flags other than the US national banner and the Department of the Interior’s colors, with limited exceptions. READ: In Trump’s America, Pride marches are losing financial support […]... Keep on reading: 'Outrage' as LGBTQ Pride flag removed from Stonewall monument

ENTERING THE GRAND LINE!⚓

Netflix released the trailer for the second season of the live action adaptation of One Piece, based on the manga by Eiichiro Oda, premiering on March 10.

The series features Iñaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, Jacob Gibson, and Taz Skylar as the

ENTERING THE GRAND LINE!⚓ Netflix released the trailer for the second season of the live action adaptation of One Piece, based on the manga by Eiichiro Oda, premiering on March 10. The series features Iñaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, Jacob Gibson, and Taz Skylar as the

ENTERING THE GRAND LINE!⚓ Netflix released the trailer for the second season of the live action adaptation of One Piece, based on the manga by Eiichiro Oda, premiering on March 10. The series features Iñaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, Jacob Gibson, and Taz Skylar as the

VP Sara’s satisfaction rating higher than other top PH officials – SWS

VP Sara’s satisfaction rating higher than other top PH officials – SWS

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte recorded a +28 net satisfaction rating in the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey, higher than other top government officials. The fourth-quarter national survey, conducted from Nov. 24 to 30, 2025, showed that 54 percent of adult Filipinos were satisfied with Duterte’s performance, while 26 percent were dissatisfied, […]... Keep on reading: VP Sara’s satisfaction rating higher than other top PH officials – SWS