For many young Filipinos, adulthood no longer follows a predictable path. One year, they’re working from home. The next, they’re freelancing. Some are building small businesses while juggling side hustles. Others are saving for their first solo trip, paying off gadgets in installments, or helping support their families while trying […]
The 2026 Brand Finance Report cited Mang Inasal as the strongest Quick Service Restaurant Brand, recognizing the 28% increase in Mang Inasal’s brand value Mang Inasal garnered a Brand Strength Index score of 95.2/100 and an upgrade in its brand strength rating from AAA to AAA+. The significant jump makes […]
SEOUL, Korea – June 25, 2026 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced Galaxy A27 5G, a device that refines everyday mobile use with an immersive display, reliable performance and thoughtfully integrated AI features. Building on the popular Galaxy A26 5G, Galaxy A27 5G introduces meaningful enhancements that make the […]
Rather than making it bigger, organizers are making this year’s Iloilo Coffee Fest more meaningful. Set on July 9 to 11 at the Iloilo Convention Center as part of the MAFBEX Trio, the Iloilo Coffee Fest 2026 will focus on creating a greater impact for coffee farmers, café owners, baristas, students, coffee […]
The Iloilo City Government officially launched the Bigay Bigas sa Masa Rice Program today, June 29, at La Paz Plaza, making Iloilo City among the first local government units in Western Visayas to roll out the national government’s rice assistance initiative. The program will benefit 41,958 Ilonggo households from various […]
Known nationwide for their deep-rooted love for good food, Ilonggos have seamlessly blended their rich culinary traditions with the speed of modern digital conveniences. In a province where sharing a great meal is a daily celebration, food delivery has rapidly shifted from a mere convenience into an essential part of […]
Visayas/Palawan, Philippines, June 2026 – SM Supermalls is bringing more giant-sized fun, immersive experiences, and memorable moments to communities across the Visayas and Palawan with the expansion of the SM Giant Squad to SM City Iloilo, SM City Roxas, SM City Bacolod, and SM City Puerto Princesa. As part of […]
Job mismatch has long been a concern among Filipino jobseekers. While the national unemployment rate eased slightly to 5% in March 2026, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), the persistent issue of underemployment remains critical at 12.3%. This translates to approximately 6.03 million Filipinos who, while employed, are actively […]
Iloilo City has earned its second consecutive unmodified opinion from the Commission on Audit (COA), based on the Annual Audit Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. “An unmodified opinion was rendered on the financial statements for the year then ended,” read part of the letter addressed to […]
CBS China Bank Savings sustained its growth momentum in the first quarter of 2026, posting a net income of P631.2 million, up 11.5% year-on-year (YoY), driven by continued strength across its core businesses. Net interest income increased by 20.4% YoY to P2.8 billion, supported by sustained growth in the Bank’s […]