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  A Quiet Kind of Chill There’s something about quiet evenings where the music is turned low, the lights are dimmed just right, and having the easy company of your closest confidantes. No rush, just chill vibes. That’s the kind of energy where the right spirit fits into, not loudly but like it was meant to be there. One brand in particular has found its way into those moments -- Embassy Whisky. Smooth enough to sip neat and likewise great to mix in a cocktail without losing itself, this Tanduay product has become a quiet favorite among those who value good taste without the noise. No frills and flash, just a well-made pour that feels like it is part of the night and not its centerpiece. Crafted with Whiskies Aged and Distilled in Scotland Embassy is the kind of whisky you notice not because it demands attention, but because you realize how effortlessly it fits into your rhythm. One sip and the mood is chill. It opens with a nose of gentle smokiness layered with ripe bana...

Let’s be real: Money these days feels like it disappears the second it hits your account. Prices keep climbing, bills never take a break, and that dream trip? Always just a little out of reach. If you’re already grinding this hard for every peso, it’s only fair your money hustles just as hard for you. That’s where   Maya, the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines, changes the game. Unlike the small returns you get from other banks, Maya Savings gives you one of the highest rates with up to 15% per annum. You only need to use Maya for your daily transactions. That’s your money multiplying faster than your weekend plans stack up. You can even get extra intentional with your finances by setting up to five Maya Personal Goals accounts. Each one earns 4% p.a. from the get-go, and the rate grows every time you add ₱20,000—going up to 8% p.a. on deposits up to ₱100,000. Whether it’s for travel, concert, or a rainy-day fund, every peso you tuck a...

  NBA’s youngest MVP, Derrick Rose, graced the stage during the announcement event of his endorsement campaign, “Rose Above the Odds,” with ArenaPlus. On September 18, The Space at One Ayala came alive as ArenaPlus, the Philippines’ best Sportsbook, officially welcomed its newest brand endorser — NBA superstar Derrick Rose through an exclusive, invite-only event. The celebration entitled “Rose Above the Odds,” treated guests to a nostalgic journey with Filipino childhood favorites like taho, gulaman, turon, and more — setting a warm, playful tone that carried through the rest of the event. ArenaPlus representative Mr. Jasper Vicencio warmly welcomed the media and fans at the brand’s launch of its new endorser, Derrick Rose. ArenaPlus' President, Mr. Jasper Vicencio kicked off the celebration and reminded the hall of virtue behind greatness. "Success only ever comes in streaks of both wins and losses. That greatness is not the absence of adversity, but the ability to rise abo...

  The restaging of Francisco Balagtas’ masterpiece is a rare opportunity to experience once again the timeless epic reimagined through myth, music and classical ballet. After a critically acclaimed world premiere marked by overwhelming audience response, Ballet Manila’s Florante at Laura returns to Aliw Theater, with performances scheduled on October 3 at 8:00 PM, and October 4 and 5 at 5:00 PM. For Ballet Manila’s founder and artistic director Lisa Macuja-Elizalde, the return of Florante at Laura is not a rerun but a reckoning with our collective appreciation of our Filipino heritage. It is a rare opportunity to experience once again Francisco Balagtas’ timeless epic reimagined through myth, music and dance. Lisa has long championed Filipino storytelling through classical ballet, and this re-staging affirms that vision with renewed clarity. “Bringing Florante at Laura back to the stage feels like coming full circle. The first run was a dream realized; the second at Areté affi...

  The official logo of the GameZone Tablegame Champions Cup With the success of the Summer Showdown by GameZone , the newest Tongits provider in the Philippines, upholds its historic year by igniting the Tongits arena once again with GameZone Tablegame Champions Cup (GTCC): September Arena , with a 10 million peso prize pool at stake. Last June, the GTCC: Summer Showdown dazzled fans with a mesmerizing display of Tongits battle while splashing out the same total rewards with the upcoming rendition of the tournament. GameZone is eager to ride the momentum by collating 36 top-notch Tongits players in the country to battle it out on the September Arena. They will be selected from fierce and competitive qualifiers to measure their skills and card game mastery. Aspiring participants will go through daily and weekly tournaments before the Online Finals to determine worthy players for the offline event, happening on September 20 and 21. The winning trophy to be raised by the champio...

  Cebu, Philippines, September 11, 2025 –  Coca-Cola Philippines continues to support Filipino micro-entrepreneurs through its entrepreneurship training programs, helping small businesses gain the right tools, knowledge, and confidence to grow and sustain their livelihoods. Among the inspiring stories is that of Juniel and Salome Lucero, a couple from Pinamungahan, Cebu who turned a small food venture into a sustainable family enterprise. Their business journey — guided by passion, persistence, and the right training provided by the iSTAR (Innovative Sari-Sari Store Training and Access to Resource) Program, a joint initiative of Coca-Cola Philippines and TESDA, where they gained essential skills in financial literacy, inventory management, and basic operations.     Juniel and Salome Lucero of Nicolai’s Cuisine transformed their home-based food business into a thriving family enterprise with the help of Coca-Cola’s iSTAR Program. From online orders to a growing enter...

    Team EastWest proudly celebrates a double win at the 2025 IABC Philippines Quill Awards, with East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) and EastWest Ageas Insurance (EWA) each earning prestigious recognition for their standout communication campaigns. Representatives from EastWest and EastWest Ageas proudly accept the double win at the 2025 IABC Quill Awards, honoring outstanding work in professional communication. EastWest Unibank was honored for its 30th Anniversary campaign, “Further for You,” a year-long celebration of three decades of banking with ease, trust, and innovation. Anchored on the yin-yang-inspired anniversary logo and powered by ambassadors Donny Pangilinan and Carlos Yulo, the campaign combined customer-focused innovations, exclusive events, and digital rollouts such as the EasyWay App. It was a true synergy of East and West, bringing together the Eastern perspective of customer care and personal relationships with the Western drive for innovation and tech...

  Hotel Sogo Launches ₱100K Dance Showdown for Filipino Crews “SOGO DANCE REVOLUTION”   spotlights talent, unity, and energy through a nationwide group competition In a move that merges entertainment, inclusivity, and brand excitement, Hotel Sogo has officially launched the SOGO DANCE REVOLUTION—a nationwide dance competition open to groups of four to eight members, aged 18 and above, offering ₱100,000 worth of prizes in cash and staycation perks. Designed as the hotel’s biggest campaign for 2025, the SOGO DANCE REVOLUTION is not just a contest—it’s a nationwide celebration of dance, teamwork, and Filipino creativity. “We want to highlight the real dance talent of the Filipino people—those who bring energy, rhythm, and positive spirit wherever they go,” said by Ms. Sue Geminiano, Hotel Sogo Marketing Manager. “This contest allows groups to bond, express themselves, and possibly win big while doing something they love.   A Digital-First Dance Challenge To join, da...