Babies, wedding bells, heartbeats in numbers
Life in the Philippines is a nonstop juggling act of diapers, wedding bells, and heart monitors. Babies arrive, couples say “I do,” and hearts occasionally tap out—all in a chaotic, beautiful rhythm that keeps the nation on its toes.
NFA relaxes palay buying rules to boost farmer incomes ahead of harvest peak
The government has moved to shield rice farmers from falling prices during the peak harvest season, with the National Food Authority (NFA) announcing more flexible palay procurement rules aimed at putting more money directly into farmers’ hands.
SM Prime confident spending to spring back
Caution may define the macro mood, but SM Prime Holdings is penciling in a brighter 2026.
URC brands win big at Malaysia’s 2025 Putra Awards
Universal Robina Corp. (URC) has earned national recognition in Malaysia after two of its leading brands won honors at the 2025 Putra Brand Awards, highlighting strong consumer trust and growing corporate momentum in the country’s competitive snack market.
Megaworld earning up in 2025 on township growth
Megaworld Corp., the listed property development company of billionaire Andrew Tan, posted record net income of P24 billion in 2025, up 11 percent year-on-year, driven by strong residential sales, leasing growth, and expansion of its recurring income portfolio.
