Future stars took center stage as Sparkle GMA Artist Center celebrated the graduation of 99 students from its Sparkle Prime Workshops during a special ceremony held at the German Moreno Studios on July 4. The event recognized graduates from four programs—Fundamentals of Acting, Specialized Acting, Kids 360, and Real Talk Real Presence Public Speaking— highlighting Sparkle’s commitment to developing aspiring performers through industry-led training. Making the occasion even more meaningful was the presence of GMA Network Senior Vice President for Programming, Talent Management, Worldwide, and Support Group and President and CEO of GMA Films Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, First Vice President…
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SM Investments Corporation, the parent company of the SM Group, was recognized by Hong Kong-based investment publication Alpha Southeast Asia for its corporate governance and sustainability reporting, reflecting the confidence of investors and analysts in how the company is managed and how it reports its performance. In the publication’s 16th Annual Poll of Southeast Asia’s Top Companies, SM Investments was named the Philippines’ Best in Strategic CSR & ESG Reporting. The company also ranked among the Top Five Philippine companies for Strongest Adherence to Corporate Governance and Best Senior Management in Investor Relations Support. “Recognition like this matters because it…
Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is bringing fast and reliable home internet closer to more Filipinos as it expands the availability of Smart Home WiFi Postpaid to over 100 Smart Stores nationwide, making it easier for customers to get connected without the need for fiber lines or complex installations. The Smart Home WiFi fixed wireless access postpaid service is now available in Smart Stores across North Luzon, Central Luzon, South Luzon, National Capital Region (NCR), Visayas, and Mindanao. This expansion caters to over 1.3 million households in 3,200 barangays nationwide, enabling customers to conveniently check their coverage, apply for…
Education Secretary Sonny Angara has accelerated the setup of prefabricated, disaster-resilient classrooms—known as Learning Continuity Spaces (LCS)— to address immediate classroom needs in disaster-affected areas. The initiative provides a fast and affordable way to solve classroom shortages, ensuring that learners can continue their lessons without interruption. According to the latest data, a total of 878 LCS units under the program’s first two phases are currently underway. Out of these, 453 classrooms are currently under construction, 391 are in the procurement stage, and 34 are fully completed and ready for use. Secretary Angara emphasized that these projects are vital stopgaps to…
The Film Development Council of the Philippines continues its mission to nurture the next generation of Filipino screen actors, and its latest workshop includes Kaloy Estrella, an alumnus of the Far Eastern University Department of Communication. Earning a spot in the highly competitive The Master Series: FDCP Acting Workshop for Filipino Talents 2026, facilitated by veteran directors Jose Javier Reyes, Laurice Guillen, and Joel Lamangan, is no small feat. Looking at Estrella’s acting resume, it’s clear he did not just stumble into the room, but he got it through his sheer grit and undeniable versatility. “One thing I’ve always heard…
Audiences can enjoy a greater variety of shows on iWant as the streaming platform partners with digital entertainment company PlayTime Entertainment Corp. to produce new original programs that appeal to various Filipino viewers. Under the partnership agreement, iWant and PlayTime Entertainment will co-produce new iWant shows, including the currently streaming vertical rom-com hit “Will You Fake Marry Me?” starring JM Ibarra and Fyang Smith, and the upcoming fourth season of the reality queer-dating show “Sparks Camp.” The contract signing event held last July 7 (Tuesday) was attended by ABS-CBN officials Eugenio “Jamie” Lopez IV, head of ABS-CBN Digital; Jolly Estaris,…
Learning how to set rates is one of the hardest parts of freelancing. It can be difficult to know whether you’re charging too much, too little, or just enough. If you’re a young freelancer trying to figure it out, here’s an expert guide to pricing your work from three seasoned professionals. 1. Start with a minimum sustainable rate For many new freelancers, the first step in pricing starts with an important personal consideration: How much do you actually need to earn to make freelancing sustainable? For finance expert Arnel Legaspi, this means building a baseline rate that reflects the minimum…
Security Bank marked its 75th anniversary with the opening of its 391st branch in Muntinlupa City, reinforcing its commitment to bringing BetterBanking closer to more Filipinos through a growing nationwide branch network. Located in one of southern Metro Manila’s key commercial and residential hubs, the new branch is strategically positioned to serve individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses in a city with a thriving economy and strong growth potential. “This year marks an important milestone for Security Bank as we celebrate 75 years of serving our customers,” said Victor Lee, President and CEO of Security Bank. “Our growth has been built on…
Whisky does not always have to be serious, intimidating, or reserved for special occasions. With the grand launch of The Whisky Bar inside World Kitchens on Level 4 of Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City now has a new place where guests can enjoy whisky in a more refreshing, more social and more rewarding way. Created for whisky lovers, casual drinkers, and groups looking for a more elevated place to gather, The Whisky Bar brings together refreshing highballs, premium whisky pours, familiar cocktails, and popular spirits in one vibrant and welcoming space. With its wide drink selection and exciting offers, The…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Education Secretary Sonny Angara on Wednesday spearheaded the launch of the nationwide expansion of the School-Based Feeding Program (SBFP) at Pulilan Central School, marking a decisive shift in the administration’s efforts to tackle classroom hunger and the prevalence of child malnutrition. President Marcos and Secretary Angara led the feeding activity, serving warm, nutritious meals and milk to the learners, and also visited the local partner booths showcasing products that support the SBFP. “Alam naman natin na kung minsan ang nagiging dahilan kung bakit hindi makapag-aral nang mabuti ang mga kabataan ay kulang sa pagkain.…