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BDO’s Universal Teller Machine offers more convenience

Skip the long queues as BDO Unibank's Universal Teller Machine promises to make your bank transactions faster, more seamless and virtually hassle free. Experience the best of digital banking with BDO's Universal Teller Machine (UTM), which gives customers the flexibility to conduct their bank transactions in around 500 UTMs within…

Cardinal Tagle: Papabile from the Philippines and the peripheries

As the college of cardinals prepare to take part in the coming conclave, Tagle's candidacy would not only embody Pope Francis’ legacy, but also project it forward. In many ways, Tagle stands as the living expression of the late Pope’s reforms: outward-looking, mission-driven and inclusive. If he gets elected, his…

Bench Design Awards ’25 winners produce fashion-forward clothes with hanger appeal

Steph Verano, Karl Nadales and Peach Garde are three new names to watch out for in local fashion. As the latest batch of Bench Design Awards winners, they now join an elite group of past awardees like Jaggy Glarino and Bon Hansen. The three recently bested nine other finalists to…

Bench Fashion Week ’25 paves the way for three new talents

Three stars are born! A leading model, an in-demand stylist, and an unknown artist diagnosed within the autism spectrum find a perfect venue to showcase their other talents for the world to see and appreciate. By ALEX Y. VERGARA Apart from being a regular showcase to advance fashion, the biannual…

NUSTAR Resort Cebu shines brighter on its third year

As NUSTAR Resort Cebu turns a year older, expect this premier leisure destination in the Queen City of the South to further raise the bar in the hospitality and luxury industry. After three years of setting a high standard in hospitality, luxury and entertainment, NUSTAR Resort Cebu — which is…

Foundation for adult leukemia patients marks 20 years with benefit dinner show

Established in 2005 after the death of lawyer Erwin Piedad Cabanag from acute myelogenous leukemia, EPCALM aims to provide those afflicted with adult leukemia with hope and healing through its spiritual, medical and financial ministries. Its benefit dinner show on May 2 at Solaire Resort North, featuring Martin Nievera, Regine…

Chill this summer with Kuya J’s “espesyal” halo-halo flavors

Summer’s in full swing, and that can only mean one thing — it’s halo-halo season! Beat the heat and treat yourself to the creamy, icy goodness of Kuya J’s new signature halo-halo creations that are perfect for sunny days and sweet cravings. Kuya J Restaurant is known and well-loved for…

RCBC executive clinches “Asia Trailblazer Award,” leads bank’s digitalization

RCBC executive vice president and chief innovations and inclusion officer Lito Villanueva recently received the “Asia Trailblazer of the Year” award from the Retail Banker International held at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. A leader in the nation's efforts in financial technology, Villanueva edged out nearly 40 nominees from over…

Filipino Jesuit remembers Pope Francis

Proving that a Jesuit remains a Jesuit to the end, Pope Francis’ coat of arms prominently features the seal of the Society of Jesus. In an exclusive interview with PeopleAsia, former Ateneo de Manila University president, physicist and People of the Year 2017 awardee Fr. Jose Ramon “Jett” Villarin SJ,…

SM Hotels & Conventions breaks ground for SMXCITE

Judging from the strategic location and sheer size of this new structure, the SM group is set to transform the local events landscape by making this side of town the most exciting destination for large-scale commercial events. Set to become the Philippines’ largest international exhibition venue under the SM Hotels…