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Maging Handa sa Tag-Ulan at School Needs with Maya Easy Credit

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    Payong ready, baon check. Pero minsan, kahit handa at kompleto ka na sa gamit, kulang pa rin ang budget, lalo na kapag sabay-sabay ang gastos sa school at may biglaang emergency ngayong tag-ulan. Dito mo talaga kailangan ng partner na maaasahan pagdating sa pera. Buti na lang, may Maya Easy Credit! Instant access sa pera kapag kailangan mo, diretso sa Maya app, para sa kahit anong emergency o biglaang gastos. Sa ilang click lang, puwede mo nang gamitin ang pera pangbayad sa stores gamit ang QR scan, o ilipat agad sa Maya Wallet para magamit sa iba pang kailangan mo. Mabilis, Madali, at Ready sa Bawat Gastos Mo Para sa quick fixes sa rainy day emergencies. May revolving credit line na hanggang ₱30,000 [1] —perfect para sa kuryente, bills, emergency repair sa bahay, o panggamot ngayong tag-ulan. Flexible ang repayment, kaya anytime puwede kang humiram ulit kapag kailangan. Planuhin lang ang repayment schedule para iwas late fees at dagdag gastos. Footnote: Must be 21 to 65 ...

Tanduay Asian Rum Silver Wins Gold at Miami Global Spirits Awards

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  Tanduay’s premium rums were awarded five medals at the inaugural Miami Global Spirits Awards (MGSA), with Tanduay Asian Rum Silver receiving a gold medal and being declared the Best White/Aged Under 6 Years Rum. Silver medals were awarded to Tanduay Asian Rum Gold, Tanduay 10-Year Old Rum, and Tanduay Double Rum, and a bronze medal to Tanduay Especia Spiced Rum. “As we expand our presence in different parts of the world, these awards serve as an affirmation of the quality and craftsmanship that go into every bottle of Tanduay. We are proud to showcase Filipino excellence wherever we may be in the world, and we remain committed to producing rums that reflect our heritage and innovation,” said Tanduay International Business Development Manager Roy Kristoffer Sumang The MGSA, held for the first time this year in Sunny Isles, Florida, brought together industry experts to evaluate a wide range of spirits from across the globe. The panel of judges included distilled spirits profession...

Your Ultimate Guide to Credit Without the Burnout

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  Let’s face it: credit is often misunderstood. For some, it’s a safety net. For others, it’s a cycle they can’t break. But the truth is, credit—when used with intention—can be one of your most powerful financial tools. The difference lies in how it’s built, and who it’s built for.   That’s where Maya, the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines, stands out. Instead of treating credit as a one-size-fits-all solution, Maya designs tools that adapt to your real life—whether you’re managing emergencies, covering essentials, or working toward long-term financial wellness.   Here’s how Maya helps you borrow smarter, not harder:   Credit That Works When You Need It Emergencies don’t wait for ideal timing. That’s why Maya offers   Easy Credit [1] , a revolving credit line of up to ₱30,000, available instantly when you need it. There’s no paperwork needed, and with up to 30 days to repay what you use.   The best part? It’s built into the Maya app, ri...

Renata Shakirova and Kimin Kim bring fresh fire to Don Quixote in Ballet Manila’s Pearl Year finale

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    L to R . Mariinsky Ballet principal dancer Kimin Kim, Ballet Manila’s CEO and artistic director Lisa Macuja Elizalde and Mariinsky Ballet principal dancer Renata Shakirova Performing a role repeatedly can either deepen a dancer’s mastery or dull their connection to the material. For international ballet stars Renata Shakirova and Kimin Kim, it’s a challenge they meet with precision, passion, and a relentless pursuit of nuance.   Set to portray Kitri and Basilio in Don Quixote from August 22 to 24 at the Aliw Theater—the final offering of Ballet Manila’s Pearl Year season—Renata and Kimin return to roles they’ve danced countless times, but never the same way twice.   Both dancers are part of the world renowned Mariinsky Ballet where they have attained principal dancer status – a feat that signifies their years of experience and expertise in ballet, performing with technical precision and exceptional artistry.    “I think that the role of Kitri is my most...

Bacolod Goes Lift Mode: Coca-Cola PH Introduces New Beverage Lift with Epic Unveiling

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  18 August 2025, Bacolod City, Philippines– Coca-Cola Philippines has launched Lift, its newest invigorating drink  powered with Vitamin B3, Zinc, and Caffeine to energize today's generation of go-getters. With its vibrant citrus taste and empowering call to Go Lift Mode, the new drink, now available in Western Visayas, is designed to inspire consumers to break from routine and embrace life with boldness. Coca-Cola Philippines President Tony Del Rosario, Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines Unit Director Gus Gatuslao, and Lift ambassador Ruru Madrid lead the high-energy launch of Lift in Bacolod. To celebrate the launch, Coca-Cola Philippines held a high-energy event “UNDO THE USUAL, LIFT MODE NA ‘YAN: Epic Unveiling ” at the Bacolod City New Government Center (NGC) on August 9, 2025. The celebration marked Lift’s arrival and kicked off the brand’s mission to energize communities across Western Visayas. As Coca-Cola Philippines continues its mission to Refresh th...

Sari-sari stores bring ‘tingi’ school supplies closer to schools - Packworks study

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  07 August 2025 Manila, Philippines — Sari-sari stores are opening and expanding their inventories to offer "tingi," or small quantities, of school supplies, in response to the start of the new school year. This is the latest insight from Filipino tech startup Packworks.io , which analyzed over a million monthly sales transactions from its network of over 300,000 sari-sari stores nationwide via its mobile app and business intelligence tool, Sari IQ.  Packworks' data reveals that the number of stores near schools, those within the 400-meter radius or approximately 500 steps away, grew by 31% from approximately 71,000 in 2023 to 95,000 last year. As of June 2025, the company has 102,058 partner stores operating near schools, according to its latest data. From 2023 to 2024, Packworks saw that most sari-sari stores near schools are located in rural regions, specifically in Region IX (Zamboanga Peninsula) (+77%), CAR (Cordillera Administrative Region) (+70%), Region X (Nort...

Shell LiveWire 2025 Announces 3 Tech Startup Finalists

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  Manila, Philippines — Shell Pilipinas Corporation continues to fuel the growth of local innovation through Shell LiveWire, the company’s flagship enterprise development program that champions Filipino entrepreneurship. Designed to empower startups and local enterprises, the program has named its top three tech startup finalists following the pitch event in June. These startups were selected for their forward-thinking solutions in agricultural, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Entrepreneurial Excellence on Display By continuing to strengthen its commitment to empowering Filipino entrepreneurs who are driven to deliver solutions, Shell reinforces its role in advancing innovation, most notably by identifying the following top business ventures to enter the finale: Among these startups is Agridom , a startup from SF Group of Companies Inc., which introduces drone-powered precision framing tools designed to improve agricultural efficiency and sustainability for smallholder farm...