OPM hitmaker Maki continues to expand his international presence with appearances at Lalala Fest Manila and British singer-songwriter Rex Orange County’s Manila concert. During Rex Orange County’s one-night show at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on August 20, Maki performed fan favorites including “Dilaw,” “Saan?” and “kahel na langit,” reflecting on how he once covered the artist’s songs before sharing the stage with him. Maki returned to the stage the following day for Lalala Fest Manila, joining international acts such as Steve Lacy, FLO, Two Door Cinema Club, and Matthew Ifield, as well as local artists Ben&Ben, Over October,…
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New P-pop group AZTER makes its debut with univerZity, a seven-track album that turns youthful experiences into music, exploring friendship, heartbreak, uncertainty, healing, and self-discovery. The 12-member group, composed of Kean, Charlie, Tatin, Gee, Alas, Laurence, Wayne, Loyd, Kiel, Gem, Miguel, and Cray, created a fictional university where each classroom represents a different experience and lesson. The concept reflects the group’s belief that their large lineup is a strength, allowing each member’s individuality to contribute to AZTER’s identity while coming together as one team. AZTER’s name draws inspiration from the aster flower and a shining star, reflecting the group’s mantra…
Toei Animation and Crunchyroll have announced that the English, Spanish, and Portuguese dubs of ONE PIECE HEROINES will premiere on Crunchyroll on October 13, 2026, at 9 a.m. PT, ahead of the English dub debut of the ONE PIECE Elbaph Arc on October 20 at the same time. Unlike previous English dub releases, which arrived in multi-episode batches, the Elbaph Arc will follow a weekly release schedule, beginning with Episode 1156 and continuing every Tuesday with new episodes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejGb8vgijtE ONE PIECE HEROINES follows Nami after a failed attempt to stop thieves leaves her seeking a refund for her ill-fitting shoes,…
Logistics has largely been viewed as a function focused on moving goods efficiently from warehouses to customers. As businesses navigate complex operations across physical stores and online platforms, industry leaders say competitive advantage now hinges on how quickly organizations can understand and respond to their operational dynamics. Across Asia-Pacific, operational complexity continues to grow. Research cited by the Supply Chain Management Association of the Philippines (SCMAP) found that delivery costs increased by 18.9% year-on-year, while 44% of operators still struggle with real-time shipment visibility. Although organizations have invested heavily in digital tools, only a small percentage have reached the point…
The SM Group earned 12 Stevie Awards at the 2026 International Business Awards, recognizing its corporate reporting, sustainability initiatives, and community programs implemented through its businesses and malls. SM Investments Corporation, the group’s parent company, received four awards. Its 2025 Integrated Report won Gold in the Conglomerates (Large) and Best Annual Report (Publicly Held Corporations) categories. Its 2025 Sustainability Report and the SM Sustainability School each received Bronze awards for Best Sustainability Report and Sustainability Initiative of the Year in Asia, Australia and New Zealand, respectively. “Clear reporting gives investors and other stakeholders a better view of how we make…
Jollibee is giving fans of its classic Jolly Hotdog another reason to enjoy weekend food runs with a limited-time Joy-Thru Deal offering two Jolly Hotdogs for only ₱149. Available every Saturday and Sunday from August 15 to September 13 at participating Jollibee Drive-Thru stores, the promo lets customers save ₱27 when they purchase two Jolly Hotdogs. The Jolly Hotdog remains a popular Jollibee favorite, offering a savory and satisfying option for customers craving a classic treat. “For many of our customers, a weekend drive-thru stop is part of their usual routine, whether they’re picking up food for the family or…
As small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) explore new ways to grow, many are turning to flexible business models and digital payment solutions such as GCash to keep up with changing customer preferences. Data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas showed that QR Ph person-to-merchant transactions surged 246.9% in volume in 2025 to 183.3 million from 52.8 million in 2024, while transaction value rose 211.3% to ₱926.1 billion. For businesses such as smash burger restaurant Bun Run and matcha shop Kyoto House, adapting to customers while maintaining a consistent experience has become an important part of their growth. Chef Christine Balucas-Tabu…
The Department of Education (DepEd) has achieved a major procurement milestone after securing all 105 target textbook titles for public elementary and secondary schools, completing the planned learning resource requirements for curriculum implementation this year. The procurement covers learning resources for the successive curriculum phases, beginning with Grades 1, 4, 7, and Senior High School (SHS) in 2024; Grade 3 and Grades 2, 5, and 8 in 2025; and Grades 6, 9, and 10 in 2026. The achievement represents a significant overhaul of the national learning resource pipeline, with nearly four times the number of titles procured over the previous…
Education Secretary Sonny Angara led the nationwide rollout of DepEd’s Project LIGTAS+, or Learning Institution Geohazard Tracking and Assessment for Safety, a platform designed to help schools prepare for and respond to disasters while minimizing disruptions to learning. The system combines artificial intelligence, satellite imagery, geospatial analytics, and school-level risk data to provide education leaders with real-time, actionable information on hazards. Angara emphasized the need to move from simply relying on resilience to proactive disaster preparedness, noting that natural hazards cause schools to lose an average of 40 to 50 instructional days each year. Developed by DepEd’s Disaster Risk Reduction…
In the aftermath of the powerful earthquake that struck parts of Mindanao, PLDT Enterprise, together with PLDT and Smart, deployed Starlink satellite connectivity and emergency communications support to help communities, responders, and local government units maintain critical communications during the disaster response. PLDT and Smart promptly mobilized field and operations teams to assess network facilities and support restoration efforts in affected areas, including General Santos City and municipalities in South Cotabato. Working closely with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and local government units, the teams found that most PLDT and Smart network facilities remained stable and operational,…