Faces in the crowd

Chelsea Manalo’s Cinderella look wows in Mexico

Chelsea Manalo’s Cinderella look wows in Mexico

Chelsea’s cerulean blue gown was a standout in a sea of heavily beaded gowns during the 73rd Miss Universe preliminary competition in Mexico— where the Bulacan beauty gracefully twirled like a princess in Mexico. And her mom Contessa Manalo couldn't be prouder! Chelsea sparkles in Manny Halasan/ Photo from Instagram…
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Chinabank unveils Velvet Visa Signature Card

Chinabank unveils Velvet Visa Signature Card

On top of coming with a number of perks and a gorgeous welcome gift, the bank's first Visa credit card also aims to empower modern career women. Described by Chinabank execs as "the ultimate must-have accessory for aspiring individuals," the Velvet Visa Signature is tailored for today’s modern, independent and…
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BPI Private Wealth kicks off second Signature Yacht Race Series

BPI Private Wealth kicks off second Signature Yacht Race Series

Last year’s series marked the beginning of what is now a growing movement to revive local sailing while supporting sustainable tourism and marine protection efforts. BPI Private Wealth Signature Yacht Race Series BPI Private Wealth launched the second season of its Signature Yacht Race Series. With "Race for the Future…
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EastWest Bank, Singapore Airlines herald a “new era” in premium travel with KrisFlyer World and Platinum Mastercard

EastWest Bank, Singapore Airlines herald a “new era” in premium travel with KrisFlyer World and Platinum Mastercard

Cardholders will enjoy exceptional benefits, including earning KrisFlyer miles for every purchase, lounge access and exclusive travel perks across Singapore Airlines’ global network. EastWest Bank, in collaboration with KrisFlyer, the rewards program of the Singapore Airlines Group, launched the enhanced EastWest Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer World and Platinum Mastercard credit cards.…
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Angara warns against technology’s slow integration to education

Angara warns against technology’s slow integration to education

By Franchesca L. Tuazon Education Secretary Sonny Angara was one of the esteemed speakers at the recent 'Digital Horizons' Forum, which aims to turn the nation’s tech-savvy spirit into a powerful tool for learning and growth. Education Secretary Sonny Angara Kaya Founders, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd),…
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UTCI ‘DELI-vers’ world-class tools with latest venture

UTCI ‘DELI-vers’ world-class tools with latest venture

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Fourth-generation businesswoman Michelle Ong explains how her family’s 156 year-old enterprise continues to empower hardware stores and local businesses with the introduction of Deli tools in the Philippines. UTCI executives Melody Lau and Michelle L. Ong, with Deli executives Luis Liu and Marco Hu.…
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RCBC’s Lito Villanueva is now a ‘global fintech elite’

RCBC’s Lito Villanueva is now a ‘global fintech elite’

There's a new global fintech elite in town — and he comes from one of the country's leading homegrown banks. Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) executive vice president and chief innovation and inclusion officer Lito Villanueva has been honored as one of the elite few on The Asian Banker (TAB)…
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