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What better way to start the year than to kick off a plan towards stability, peace of mind, and pressure-free financial goals? In the Philippines, conversations about money are common. But understanding it is not. Despite working hard and earning more over time, only a small portion of adults truly grasp the fundamentals of personal […]
The magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Cebu zeroes in on the vulnerability of the Philippine population when disaster strikes. Residents of areas located on higher ground may be spared from floods and heavy rains, but earthquakes do their damage anywhere. They are the most unpredictable disaster of all. Earthquake victims suffer Injuries from falling debris, get […]
As we reach the midpoint of the year, July offers more than just a mental reset—it’s also the perfect time for a mid-year car maintenance check, especially when it comes to something most drivers take for granted: the car battery. By now, we’d already sounded like a broken record, but your car’s battery plays a […]
Only in the Philippines—where driving isn’t just a skill—it’s an extreme sport, to some brave souls, it could even be a contact sport. It’s like running an obstacle course except the obstacles are traffic, potholes, and the occasional rogue tricycle. But kidding aside, it requires patience, precision, and a deep-seated acceptance that logic, unfortunately, sometimes, […]
In movies, we always see a car breaking down and the driver figuring out how to fix it. Now, imagine you are on your way to a summer vacation when you experience exactly that. Nothing ruins a summer road trip faster than getting stuck in the middle of the road, under the scorching heat, with […]
San Miguel Food and Beverage, Inc. (SMFB) delivered another year of solid growth in 2024, with strong financial performance across its core businesses. Despite evolving market conditions, the company remained resilient, leveraging strategic investments, operational efficiencies, and sustained consumer demand to drive revenue and profitability. SMFB’s consolidated sales rose 6% year-on-year to ₱400.9 billion, fueled […]
SMC Chairman and CEO Ramon S. Ang welcomes TIME’s recognition of San Miguel Corporation (SMC) and its subsidiaries, Petron Corporation and Ginebra San Miguel Inc., in its list of top 500 companies in Asia Pacific. SMC ranked No. 85, making it the second highest-ranked Philippine company, while Petron placed No. 216 and GSMI, No. 345. […]
Just in time for the season of love, it pays to reflect on the relationships that we keep and hold—those that truly matter. While the luckiest among us are focused on romantic connections, there’s one more relationship that deserves some well-deserved time and attention: the one we share with our car. Just like in any […]
Planning your 2025 travel but also thinking about how you can generate extra income? Traveling has become much easier than it was before. Now, thanks to continuous technological advancements, everything seems to be accessible with just a few taps on your mobile phone. Apart from thinking about your next travel destination, you can generate extra […]
Year of the Snake symbolizes wisdom, creativity, and transformation. Every year, as the skies are filled with glowing lanterns and the air vibrates with the rhythm of drums, Filipino-Chinese communities across the Philippines celebrate one of the most vibrant and exciting occasions—Chinese New Year! This event is a time of shared joy, connection, and lively […]