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CITY OF MALOLOS – Thirty-six Bulakenyo jobseekers walked into the Job Fair for Local Employment at Robinsons Malolos here and walked out with new careers, achieving “Hired on the Spot” (HOTS) status. This immediate success story, split evenly between 18 males and 18 females, serves as a powerful testament to urgent demand for local talent and quality of opportunities available …

MAAGANG malalanghap ang simoy ng Pasko at kakikitaan ng kumukutitap at palamuting pamasko sa loob ng SM City Grand Central dahil Oktubre 25 sinimulan na ang pagpapailaw ng Christmas tree at magical experiences para sa mga bata. Bubungad mula sa pintuan ng SM Grand Central ang Grand Yuletide Christmas Tree bilang simbolo ng pag-asa at pagkakaisa. Makikita rin ang Yuletide …

DJ Alan Walker performing at the International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus Music Festival The country’s leading digital entertainment platformis back at it again as the grandest music festival of the year, “Swing for Filipino Sports Dream”, brought by International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus, concluded on October 25, 2025 at the ASEANA City Open Grounds. The festival’s powerhouse roster …

Newly turned over SMFI building in Suaybaguio-Riña Elementary School to aid grade one and grade two students with four new classrooms a week after an earthquake. A two-storey building with four classrooms turned over by the SM Foundation and SM Prime to a school in Tagum City came at the right time after a magnitude 6.9 quake last Oct. 10 …

IPINAGDIRIWANG ng mga SM Bulacan mall ang pinakamasayang panahon ng taon sa pamamagitan ng engrandeng pagbubunyag ng kanilang mga kaakit-akit na Christmas centerpiece, na opisyal na nagpasimula sa panahon ng kapaskuhan sa probinsya. Ang mga mallgoer ay bibigyan ng isang klasikong maligayang paglalakbay habang binabago ng mga SM Bulacan mall ang kanilang mga atrium tungo sa isang maringal na atraksyon …

SM Foundation, IBM drive inclusive digital learning for Filipino Youth Future-READY, Now! is one of several SM Foundation education programs supporting scholars’ comprehensive development, including mentoring, networking initiatives, and regular assemblies that strengthen their core skills and professional readiness. Recent studies show a mismatch between the skills industries demand and what workers and students currently possess, particularly in areas such …

The “Swing for Filipino Sports Dream” Music Festival was more than just a night of great music — it was a celebration of unity, beauty, and Filipino pride, powered by GameZone. As one of the country’s largest entertainment platforms, GameZone partnered with the International Series Philippines (ISP) and BingoPlus to deliver an unforgettable experience that brought world-class performances and meaningful …

THE spirit of Bayanihan filled the air as Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano continued to extend compassion to earthquake-hit communities in Cebu through his Tulong Medikal (Medical Aid) and Emergency Response Department (ERD) caravan. From October 21 to 23, 2025, Cayetano’s team served 989 residents in the quake-hit towns of San Remigio, Medellin, and Tabogon by providing free services …

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Ilocos Region through Regional Director Teresita A. Tabaog and Assistant Regional Director for Field Operations Decth-1180 P. Libunao and the Philippine National Police (PNP) Region 1 formally sealed their partnership for the safety and security of the 2025 National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing held on …

Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. visited the ABAI (Ayala Beneficiaries Association, Inc.) Weavers Multi-Purpose Cooperative and the Philippine Textile Research Institute’s (PTRI) Natural Dyes Hub in Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental, where culture and innovation merge to sustain the province’s rich silk weaving heritage. A beneficiary of both the Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) …

The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) and the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement today, 24 October 2025, marking a significant step toward creating a safer and more supportive environment for media workers across the country. Among the key initiatives is the establishment of an effective case referral and investigation system, designed to facilitate …

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Cagayan Valley reaffirmed its commitment to empowering cooperatives through science, technology, and innovation (STI) as it joined the City Government of Tuguegarao in celebrating the 1st Tuguegarao City Cooperative Development Summit held recently in the city. The event, spearheaded by the Cooperative and Livelihood Development Office (CLDO), gathered cooperative leaders, partner regional line …

Millions of pesos are set to be donated by the Philippines’ leading digital entertainment platform, BingoPlus, and its social development arm, BingoPlus Foundation, together with the International Series Philippines, to the Philippine Sports Commission during The International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus Music Festival, happening on October 25 at the Aseana City Concert Grounds in Parañaque. The donation aims to …

Professionals and amateurs teamed up as the golf course was set for the Pro-Am Tournament on October 22, swinging it together for a day of fun and learning about golf techniques. The VIP guests are from BingoPlus, CasinoPlus, ArenaPlus, GameZone, and other major partners, along with celebrities and the top five players from the Future Ace Program playing on the …

A batch that made history. SM Foundation honors its 199 scholar-graduates from Batch 2025, a milestone group with a record number of awardees: 8 Summa Cum Laude, 33 Magna Cum Laude, 47 Cum Laude, and 14 Academic Distinction recipients. In photo are the scholars with (front row, from left) SM Foundation Education Programs VP Eleanor Lansang, Henry Sy Foundation Executive …

Bing Bing entertaining the crowd during the BingoPlus Mall Tour at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall BingoPlus, the country’s no. 1 digital entertainment platform, is gathering the finest local artists on an activity-filled mall tour at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on October 21-23 and SM City Sta. Rosa on October 21-26. The mall tour supports …

The prestigious golf tournament, International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus, officially arrived in the country. To kick off an exceptional week filled with exciting activities, world-class golf, and electrifying entertainment, a press conference and welcome gala was held on October 21, 2025 in Pasay. Presented by the country’s leading digital entertainment platform, BingoPlus, the event was attended by prominent media …

ni ALMAR DANGUILAN LUMARGA na ang operasyon ng Small Town Lottery (STL) ng Micesa 8 Gaming Inc., matapos aprobahan ng Philippine Charity Sweepstake Office (PCSO) ang prangkisa ng kompanya. Sa pagbubukas ng operasyon nitong 20 Oktubre, nagsagawa ng motorcade ang bagong lisensiyadong operator ng STL sa lungsod, kapalit ng dating nagmamay-ari ng prangkisa na Lucent. Ang pagbabagong ito ay nagmamarka …

THE first-ever Mi Ultimo Amor Bridal Expo successfully took place on October 11–12, 2025, at Dakak Golf and Beach Resort, marking a historic milestone for the region’s wedding and fashion industry. This landmark event brought together an exceptional gathering of renowned local and international fashion designers, exhibitors, and creative professionals, all united to celebrate the artistry and culture of Filipino …

Current and former members of the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) Board of Trustees have accused GSIS President and General Manager Jose Arnulfo “Wick” Veloso of overseeing billions in investment losses while promoting what they called “illusory growth metrics” to paint a false picture of financial strength. The statement, issued days after several trustees formally demanded Veloso’s “immediate and irrevocable” …

THE House of Representatives, through the Senior Citizens Party List, held the 2nd Gawad Parangal for Exemplary Senior Citizen 2025 at the Meeting, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) Event Center in Quezon City. The event celebrated the remarkable achievements and lifelong contributions of Filipino senior citizens who have made lasting impacts in their respective fields. Among this year’s distinguished awardees …

Local Government Units (LGUs) across Davao Region are looking for opportunities to transform urban mobility, traffic management, and city planning using advanced AI-driven platforms. Traffic congestion and road safety continue to challenge many cities in the country, while traditional urban planning tools are often costly, complex, and slow, limiting their practical use for local governments and planners. To address this, …

LABORATORY Analysts from the DOST Northern Mindanao Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory (RSTL) – Shelf-life Evaluation Laboratory successfully participated in the Training on Nutrition Labelling and Refresher Course on Laboratory Internal and External Quality Control Programs held on September 30 to October 1, 2025, at the DOST-FNRI Training Hall, Bicutan, Taguig City. The training was hosted by the Food and …

From left: Tom Potter, Manager of Event Operations for International Series, Angela Camins-Wieneke Executive Director of BingoPlus Foundation, and Ken Kudo General Manager of Asian Development Tour. The competition may have ended, but the path of aspiring Filipino athletes just started. Last October 19, new talents emerged and were acknowledged by the BingoPlus Foundation (BPF), International Series Philippines (ISP), and …