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The Manila Hotel Shines Bright with Trip.com’s Rising Star Award at Envision 2025 Global Partner Conference

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    The Manila Hotel proudly adds another accolade to its legacy of excellence, having received the Rising Star Award from Trip.com at the recently concluded Envision 2025 Global Partner Conference held in Shanghai, China. The prestigious event brought together hospitality and tourism leaders from around the world, honoring outstanding performance and forward-thinking partnerships in the global travel industry.   Bestowed upon properties that demonstrate exceptional growth, guest satisfaction, and service excellence, the Rising Star Award shines a spotlight on The Manila Hotel’s growing visibility on the Trip.com platform and its sustained efforts to elevate the guest experience. The recognition marks a significant milestone in the hotel’s dedication to blending heritage with modern hospitality.   “We are honored and humbled to receive the Rising Star Award from Trip.com,” said Marvin Kim Tan, vice president for sales and marketing of The Manila Hotel. “This recogni...

Jobstreet by SEEK’s sister company, WorkAbroad.ph, teams up with 2GO Travel, aims to equip 100K maritime students with immersive learning

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    L-R: WorkAbroad.ph Business Unit Head Angelo Jayno, Jobstreet by SEEK Managing Director Dannah Majarocon, and 2GO Travel Business Unit Head Francis Chua   Jobstreet by SEEK’s sister company, WorkAbroad.ph, has recently partnered with sea travel company 2GO Travel to launch the "Enrollment to Employment" (E2E) Program, bridging students in maritime, logistics, and cruise-line hospitality to global job opportunities. Present at the launch of the E2E program were key leaders: Francis Chua, Business Unit Head of 2GO Travel; Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director of Jobstreet by SEEK Philippines; and Angelo Jayno, Business Unit Head of WorkAbroad.ph. The initiative aims to help 100,000 students by 2026, equipping them with practical skills and immersive real-world training. Through this program, students will take on actual responsibilities aboard 2GO’s vessels and in its terminal operations, gaining hands-on experience in shipboard hospitality and port-side logistic...

Singlife Philippines launches Protect from Funeral Costs: A final act of love that lives on

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  Manila, Philippines  – In Filipino culture, being present is everything. Whether it’s for birthdays, emergencies, or moments of grief—showing up is how we show love. But what if you couldn’t be there when it matters most? With Protect from Funeral Costs, the latest offering in the Singlife Plan & Protect App, Singlife Philippines makes it possible to do one last act of love—to show up for those that matter most, even when you no longer can. This whole life insurance product offers a lump sum benefit of up to ₱500,000, which can help families cover funeral arrangements or other end-of-life expenses, giving peace of mind to both policyholders and their loved ones. Fully accessible through Singlife’s all-digital mobile platform, this solution empowers every Filipino to prepare responsibly, protect those they love, and continue showing up—even in their absence. “Losing someone you love is already one of life’s most difficult moments, and having to rely on  ‘abuloy’...

US chamber honors TP’s community efforts in the Philippines

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  External Relations Manager Rechelle Facun (center) and Marketing Manager Adrian Elumba (right) proudly represent TP in the Philippines as they accept the Gold Award for Community Support and Engagement at the inaugural American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, Inc. (AmCham) Corporate Social Impact Awards. Present to hand over the award was Shumpei Komatsu (left) , of InfiniVAN Inc. who joined in celebrating this recognition of the impactful community programs championed by TP’s official corporate social responsibility arm, the Citizen of the World (COTW) Foundation . Makati City, Philippines, June 4, 2025 –Global leader in digital business services, TP, has been recognized and awarded with the Gold Award for Community Support and Engagement at the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, Inc. (AmCham) Corporate Social Impact Awards. The recognition spotlights the sustained community efforts of TP’s official corporate social responsibility arm, Citizen ...

Me Time That Makes Mom Life Work: Anne Curtis on Maintaining Wellness While Doing It All

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Anne Curtis has always embraced life on the go. As someone who wears many hats as an actress, host, entrepreneur, and hands-on mom, her schedule rarely slows down. With so much on her plate, she’s come to realize that feeling good inside is key to showing up fully—for work, for her family, and for herself. One of her key wellness advocacies? Gut health. “Sometimes, you don’t realize how important it is to take care of your gut,” Anne shares. “Feeling good inside your gut will make you feel and look better on the outside as well.” As a self-confessed foodie and thrill-seeker at heart, Anne has always been open to trying new things, from sampling street food abroad to experimenting with recipes at home. But with that spirit of adventure comes the occasional tummy hiccup—those “oops” moments that can throw off your day. That’s why she’s learned how important it is to keep her tummy in check.  Whether she’s at home, on set, or across the globe, Anne believes that feeling go...

IT’S A MATCH! GameZone launches dynamic new chapter with Vice Ganda as its first-ever ambassador

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  The newest logo of DigiPlus’ youngest gaming platform – GameZone. The game just got better and bolder as DigiPlus’ youngest brand, GameZone, gathered some of the country’s renowned media delegates, charismatic influencers, bloggers and distinguished guests for its grand launch on May 28, 2025.     Vice Ganda greeting the GameZone family during the brand’s grand launch. Introducing GameZone’s redefined and elevated new logo, more seamless user interface, and the first-ever brand ambassador, Asia’s Phenomenal Unkabogable Superstar, Vice Ganda– the groundbreaking event surely hits the mark of another level of ganda! Mr. Jasper Vicencio, president of GameZone, revealed the new design of GameZone’s logo, explaining how it represents the brand’s journey. He also emphasized the brand’s goal of building a community within the players. In his speech, Mr. Vicencio extended his gratitude to media partners and guests for their unwavering support for t...

Three Simple Ways to Boost Your Business Efficiency

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From payroll to payments - streamline and simplify your business operations with PSBank   Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, managing and growing a business is not easy.  From overseeing payroll to ensuring bills, suppliers, and client payments are settled on time, managing these responsibilities can quickly become overwhelming. Without the right tools or support, it’s easy to fall into operational pitfalls that slow your business down. To help you stay on top of your game, here are three ways to optimize your business operations with help of the right banking partner like PSBank.  1. Simplify Payroll: Manage It Online, Not Manually No matter the size of your workforce, manually processing payroll twice a month can be both time-consuming and prone to errors. It’s a critical responsibility that adds to the already demanding load business owners carry. With PSBank, payroll doesn’t have to be a hassle. Opening a Corporate Account gi...